Door County organizations are preparing a slate of events next week to honor area veterans with fellowship, recognition, and community support. With Veterans Day falling on Monday, November 11, the schedule offers multiple chances for residents to show their appreciation.
Beth Van Oss, Door County Veterans Service officer says there are a myriad of events hosted by the organization to look forward to.
The week’s centerpiece remains the annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Southern Door School District on November 11. Hosted in partnership with George W. Goetz American Legion Post 372, the program begins at 9:30 a.m., with doors opening at 9. The event includes musical performances by the high school band and choir, student readings, and a roll call recognizing veterans from every branch of the armed forces. Following the ceremony, veterans and their spouses are invited to stay for a complimentary lunch prepared by the school’s food service staff. Attendees are asked to use Door 2 near the District Office and Eagle Gym for entry.
The following day, Wednesday, November 12, the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County will host its annual Veterans Day Ceremony. The midday event includes a hot meal, short program, and recognition of local veterans. There will also, for the first time, be a group of 5 therapy dogs from the Door County Therapy Dog Team for Veterans and their families to meet and greet.
On Friday, November 14, the community is invited to start the morning at the Coffee & Connect Veterans Social, a drop-in gathering created to give veterans a place to meet peers, share stories, and enjoy a relaxed cup of coffee. The event will be held at the Government Center in Sturgeon Bay, in the Peninsula Room (1st floor), from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Van Oss describes it as a simple but meaningful way to remind veterans that local support doesn’t end when the calendar page turns. The event is free and open to all veterans.
Van Oss notes that each event approaches Veterans Day in its own way, but all share a common purpose: bringing the community together to honor the men and women who have served. Residents are encouraged to arrive early and check with each host site for any last-minute updates.
