5 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In And Around Guilford

GUILFORD, CT — Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with several opportunities in and around Guilford 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 Guilford Veterans Day Ceremony

The annual Guilford Veterans Day Ceremony will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the south end of the Guilford Green on Nov. 11. All are invited to attend.

Annual Guilford Patriotic Lasagna Dinner

The Ron DeMartino Patriotic Lasagna Dinner to benefit Meals on Wheels in Guilford will take place on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the Community Center.

The event, now in its 24th year, was renamed after DeMartino, who was a longtime volunteer for Guilford Interfaith Volunteers, both as a board member and a driver for Meals on Wheels. He was also an Air Force veteran.

More information can be found here.

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.

Mohegan Sun’s Vets Rock 2025

The casino will celebrate active-duty military and veterans at the 11th Annual Vets Rock event on Nov. 15.

"This event is a heartfelt tribute to our nation’s heroes who inspire us with their courage and commitment," a news release on the event says. "Vets Rock 2025 will feature valuable programs that focus on enhancing the lives of veterans and active-duty military members through a job fair, veteran service organizations, veteran-owned businesses, and other resources. This event is free and open to all ages."

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 Guilford? Email richard.kaufman@patch.com with details so this roundup can be updated.