Lake County communities will be holding ceremonies, a luncheon, a parade and more in recognition of Veterans Day and honoring the sacrifices and contributions made by our service men and women.
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Barrington
Ceremony: Veterans of Lake Barrington Shores invite local area residents and businesses to join LBS residents to hear keynote speaker Keith Brin, clerk of the Circuit Court of Lake County, talk about and honor veterans at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 at The Lodge at the Shores, Shoreline Road. Veterans of LBS will be conducting their 2015 food pantry support drive through Veterans Day. Early drop-off is available at the village of Lake Barrington office, 23860 N. Old Barrington Road or in marked containers at The Lodge. Details, 847-638-1638.
Buffalo Grove
Reception, program: Honor all veterans, their families and friends with free refreshments from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Wednesday at the Community Arts Center, 225 McHenry Road. The program will begin at 1:30 p.m. and, everyone in attendance will receive a Hershey bar. Details, 847-850-2175.
Deerfield
Ceremony: The Veterans Day ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 at Veterans Memorial, Jewett Park Drive and Park Avenue. Details, 847-945-9821.
Grayslake
Ceremony, fair: The annual Veterans Day ceremony will be held at noon Friday at CLC, 19351 W. Washington St. Bernard Edelman, a 97-year-old World War II veteran and former prisoner of war, will be the keynote speaker. Edelman, a Lincolnshire resident, was in the 1st Armored Division in the U.S. Army and was captured in Tunisia. He recently shared his experiences at the annual Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Recognition Day at the Capt. James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center (FHCC) in North Chicago. In addition, a Veteran Resource Fair and Welcome Home Celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to highlight information on veteran benefits and services. Participants can visit with representatives from Lovell FHCC; Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs; Lake County Veteran Assistance Commission; Health Net-Tricare; Lake and McHenry counties’ Veterans and Family Services; and Evanston Veteran Center Mobile Clinic. The ceremony honors those who have served in the U.S. military and will feature U.S. Navy and CLC speakers, a color guard and buglers. A luncheon will be served in Room C003 following the ceremony. Details, 847-543-2752 or [email protected].
Gurnee
Donations: Celebrate Veterans Day by donating care packages or certain items to the men and women who are currently serving for us from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday at FitNation, 1655 Nations Drive. Enjoy fun patriotic crafts, write a letter or draw a picture to send over to our troops. Most common items in need include personal letters, Halloween candy, Beanie Babies/Trolls, knit/crochet scarves, and paracord bracelets. Light refreshments will be provided. Cost is $6. Children under age 3 and veterans with a valid ID, and individuals bringing in care package items are admitted free. Details, 847-623-7788.
Ceremony: American Legion Post 771 will celebrate Veterans Day jointly with the village of Gurnee at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the America Legion, 749 Milwaukee Ave. Special guest speaker is U.S. Air Force Veteran Terry Waddell-Moenter of Gurnee American Legion Post 771. Details, 847-244-9282.
Libertyville
Lunch: A special Veterans Day lunch, followed by entertainment, will be held at noon Wednesday at the Senior Center, 135 W. Church St. Show your appreciation and support for their sacrifices. Veterans can enjoy a complimentary lunch but must register by Monday. Details, 847-247-7659.
Lindenhurst
Ceremony: A Veterans Day ceremony will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Veterans Memorial, 2301 E. Sand Lake Road. Details, 847-356-8252.
Waukegan
Parade, ceremony: A Veterans Day parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Grand Avenue and Genesee Street. The parade will continue to Veterans Plaza for a ceremony at 11 a.m. at the corner of Washington and West streets.
Pleasant Prairie, Wis.
Ceremony: A Veterans Day ceremony will be held Sunday to honor America’s service men and women and to celebrate the 8th anniversary of the dedication of Pleasant Prairie’s memorial. The ceremony will be held at 1:30 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial inside Prairie Springs Park, just east of I-94 off Highway 165. During the ceremony, bricks and benches will be dedicated, and a moment of silence will be observed. The Veterans Memorial is located in the southeast corner of the park. Refreshments will be served following the ceremony. Details, 262-925-6765.
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