5 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In Arlington Heights Area

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with several opportunities around Arlington Heights 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:

• Veterans Day proclamation, 7 p.m. Nov. 4, Mount Prospect Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect
• Veterans Day Town Hall, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Nov. 5, Zurich Insurance, Pilling Theater, 1400 American Lane, Schaumburg. Keynote speaker: Scott M. Stratton
• Musical performance, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 5, Brentwood Elementary School, 260 Dulles Road, Des Plaines
• Veterans Day Recognition Concert, 9 a.m. Nov. 11, John Hersey High School, 1900 E. Thomas St., Arlington Heights. Reservations are required due to limited parking and seating. Email Jim.Miks@D214.org to reserve your spot
• Assembly and musical program by student, 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Nov. 11, Hunting Ridge Elementary School, 1105 W. Illinois St., Palatine