5 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In And Around Greenwich

GREENWICH, CT — Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with several opportunities in and around Greenwich to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, both in times of war and peace.

Originally called Armistice Day, Veterans Day is always observed on Nov. 11 to reflect the signing of the armistice ending World War I at 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. The observance was changed to Veterans Day in 1954 to include veterans who served in World War II and the Korean War.

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Here are some upcoming Veterans Day events you shouldn’t miss:

Annual Greenwich Patriotic Walk and Veterans Day Ceremony

The American Legion Post 29 will once again lead the annual patriotic walk on Nov. 11 down Greenwich Avenue and Veterans Day ceremony in front of RH Greenwich, commonly known as Restoration Hardware.

There will be two honorees this year, according to American Legion Post 29 commander, Peter LeBeau: former state Rep. Livvy Floren, and a U.S. Army Nurse Corps. veteran, who is from Danbury.

The patriotic walk will begin at 10:15 a.m., with the ceremony by the war monument scheduled for 11 a.m.

Byram Veterans Association's Annual Parade

The Byram Veterans Association will hold its annual small Veterans Day parade at 7 p.m. at the organization's clubhouse at 300 Delavan Ave.

Marchers will head down to the Byram Firehouse where there will be a small ceremony.

Afterwards, there will be an open house at the clubhouse with hot dogs and refreshments.

YMCA of Greenwich Veterans Pancake Breakfast

The YMCA of Greenwich will host its Veterans Day Pancake Breakfast on Friday, Nov. 7, at 10:30 a.m. in the first floor member lounge.

Admission is free, and residents can find more information and RSVP here.

Cos Cob VFW Veterans Day Ceremony

The annual Cos Cob VFW Post 10112 ceremony will take place on Nov. 8 at the pocket park in Cos Cob off Strickland Road. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. All are welcome to attend.

Vets Are Free At the Air Museum

The New England Air Museum near Bradley International Airport is offering free admission for veterans and active military members on Veterans Day.

Veterans Day ceremony at CT State Veterans Cemetery

On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs and the Middletown Council of Veterans will host a ceremony at 2 p.m. at the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery, 317 Bow Lane in Middletown, to honor the service and sacrifice of the state’s veterans. All are invited to attend the public event.

Are there any other Veterans Day events planned in Greenwich? Email richard.kaufman@patch.com with details so this roundup can be updated.