The City of Canal Winchester, with VFW Post 10523, will host a Veterans Day Celebration on Saturday, November 12. The public and members of the media are invited to join veterans, local leaders, and distinguished guests for this annual patriotic event set in the heart of historic downtown Canal Winchester.
Celebration Details:
Pancake Breakfast - 8:30 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
Canal Winchester’s November 12 Veterans Day Celebration will begin with a complimentary pancake breakfast for veterans and their families at the CW Community Center (45 E. Waterloo St.) from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The breakfast will be served by volunteers from Canal Winchester Senior Citizens Club, with food arrangements by the family of the late Fred Bivens, U.S. Air Force veteran and long-time club member.
Veterans March & Ceremony - 10:00 A.M.
A Veterans March will begin at the Community Center’s Waterloo Street entrance and make its way through the city’s flag-lined downtown streets. Veterans will travel west along E. Waterloo Street, turn south onto S. High Street, fare right on to W. Columbus Street, and making another right on to Warehouse Alley to end at the greenspace of Stradley Place (located at 30 S. High Street) where a traditional Veterans Day ceremony will be held. The ceremony will begin immediately following the march.
Veterans marching through the city’s historic downtown will be joined by several military vehicles provided by Motts Military Museum from Groveport, Ohio. The ceremony will include remarks from Canal Winchester Mayor Mike Ebert and VFW Post 10523 Commander Rick Williams, as well as a patriotic keynote address. Other highlights will include a special performance of our National Anthem by Councilman Mike Walker, patriotic selections by CWHS Select Vocal Ensemble, a 21 Gun Salute, and the playing of Taps.
Photo Exhibit
During October, event organizers request submissions of veteran photos to be included in an honorary digital exhibit at City Hall and during the November 12 celebration. Please note: Photos previously submitted to Community Affairs office will be exhibited again and do not need to be resubmitted this year.
Photo submissions should be copies of an original photo, show veterans or active military personnel in uniform and include the following information: name, branch of service, service dates or number of years served, and a phone number or email address for any follow-up questions. Photos can be mailed to the Community Affairs Office at 45 E. Waterloo Street. Submissions may also be submitted electronically on the city’s website or emailed to hwoodruff@canalwinchesterohio.gov. Please submit photos by November 1 for inclusion.
For more information, visit www.canalwinchesterohio.gov or call 614-834-9915.
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