5 Things to Do on Veterans Day

Looking for something to do on Veterans Day? How about a parade? Maybe a ceremony on Main Street? Or you could take a local veteran out for lunch out of appreciation for their service to the country. You could do this and more – check out what's going on Friday.

1. Attend the . The ceremony, which begins at 10:45 a.m., will feature guests such as Rep. Tim Bishop, D – Southampton, Town Supervisor Patrick Vecchio, and Legis. John Kennedy Jr., R – Nesconset.

2. Following the ceremony, a small buffet is open to ceremony attendees at American Legion Post 833 in Smithtown.

Editor's Note: Last year I attended and had lots of great, enlightening conversations with local veterans. Some of the best conversation I've had since working here at Smithtown Patch.

3. Attend the St. James Veterans Day Parade, which starts at 10 a.m. The parade will start at the intersection of Lake Avenue and Woodlawn Avenue, and end at St. James Elementary.

4.Patch reader Valerie Manzo recommended via email that locals take a veteran out to lunch. A good meal and friendly company for someone who risked his or her life to preserve your freedom sounds like a pretty good idea.

5. Check back with Smithtown Patch for photos, videos and other coverage of Veterans Day. Also, make sure to check in on Facebook and Twitter.