Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round as well as on Veterans Day.
A number of local businesses are saluting veterans, military service men and women and their families this Veterans Day by offering local discounts, specials and promotions. Here's a guide to specials, taken from themilitarywallet.com—check the site for the latest deals. Two important notes: Free food: Store discounts: Free activities:
"I feel very lucky to be alive today and be with my family," said an 89-year-old veteran of World War II and former prisoner of war.
On Monday, Nov. 12, Metro trains will run on a Saturday schedule, and Metrobuses will run on a "Saturday Supplemental" schedule.
Red Line trains will single track this weekend between Grosvenor and Friendship Heights to allow for rail and fastener renewal, as well as for tunnel leak repairs, Metro reported on its website. "Throughout the weekend, trains will operate every 20 minutes between Shady Grove and Glenmont. Between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, additional trains will operate between Friendship Heights and Glenmont, resulting in service an average of every 10 minutes between those stations," Metro added. Metro advised passengers traveling through the work zone to allow about 10 minutes of additional travel time. Veterans Day information: On Monday, Nov. 12—Veterans Day, observed—Metro trains will run on a Saturday schedule. The system …
A history of Veterans Day and what's open and closed.
This Sunday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day, a time to recognize and honor those who have served in our nation’s military. But why that day? The Treaty of Versailles, which ended World War I, took effect on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed "November 11" as the first remembrance of the end of the Great War: To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations… In 1926, Congress …
Residents of Riderwood retirement community celebrated Veterans Day with a call for peace.
On Veterans Day, the Riderwood retirement community of veterans from the U.S. Navy, Army, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard rallied for peace. They were joined by their spouses--who kept their families together on the home front during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War--and by their fellow residents. The hour-long ceremony included tributes to all branches of the military as well as anecdotal stories of life in the military.
Riderwood retirement community rally for peace.
On Veterans Day, the Riderwood retirement community of veterans from the U.S. Navy, Army, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard rallied for peace. They were joined by their spouses – who kept their families together on the home front during WWII, the Korean War and the Vietnam War – and by their fellow residents. The hour-long ceremony included tributes to all branches of the military, as well as anecdotal stories of life in the military from the following residents.
The programs, launching in spring 2012, will include workshops.
Discovery Communications expands their ‘Discover Your Skills’ public affairs job skills program with resources and programs to support veterans in locating and accessing the training and resources to translate their military skills and experience into civilian job opportunities. The veterans-focused initiative includes new training and resource information specifically for veterans on Discover Your Skills website, as well as on-air public service announcements on the Military Channel, featuring Lou Diamond Phillips of Military Channel’s Officer and a Movie, to direct viewers to the new resources. As part of the effort, Discovery is expanding their partnership with Montgomery College to launch career development programs for veterans. The …
“It’s important because you get to honor your country,” said 14-year-old Leon Wilcox, one of 50 Navy ROTC cadets who came to the ceremony from Paint Branch High School in Burtonsville.
Most county services are still available, but many offices will be closed.
Here’s what’s open (or not) on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11: Closed: Montgomery County offices Montgomery County libraries TRiPS Commuter stores in Silver Spring and Friendship Heights Maryland state offices and courts Open: Montgomery County liquor stores Montgomery County Public Schools' administrative offices Refuse/recycling pickup on a regular schedule Schedule changes: Ride-On buses will be on a modified holiday schedule Metrobus will be on the Saturday supplemental schedule Metrorail opens at 5 a.m. and closes at midnight Parking at public garages, lots and curbside meters will be free.
Intimate panel discussions, demonstrations and presentations celebrate contributions of many who have served with distinction.
Updated, 11:31 a.m.: For the dedication of Veterans' Plaza, soldiers who fought in Desert Storm, Vietnam War, World War II and many more wars were present for the ceremony. County Executive Isiah Leggett, Councilmember Valerie Ervin (D-Dist. 5) along with numerous county and state officials helped to proclaim Nov. 11 Veteran's Day for the county. After the proclamation, day-long programs highlighted not only the celebration's theme of Native American Veterans, but some other often-overlooked groups like Buffalo Soldiers and Army Nurses. Thunderous drums emanated from the Silver Spring Civic Center's main auditorium as the Clayton Old Elk and Aspen Hill Drum provided the soundtrack to a series of Native American dances honoring veterans…
Merchi Martin-Arroyo
12:13 pm on Sunday, November 11, 2012
I want to say thank you to my husband Jason Young for your service in the Navy we are so proud of you and we love you so much, and thanks to all the veterans God bless them!! more ›