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Veterans Day (Gatherings and Deals)
Veterans Day is this Wednesday, November 11.
Honoring the brave men and women who have served our country.
Veterans Day Deals
Major chains are offering freebies or discounts including… Applebee’s, Chili’s, Chipotle, Denny’s, Cracker Barrel, Golden Corral, I-HOP, Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Red Robin and What-A-Burger.
Also, Sheetz, Krispy Kreme and Starbucks.
Most promotions require valid proof of military service or status.
Military Appreciation Week, Nov. 7-13
The North Carolina Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Asheboro is offering FREE admission to military personnel, veterans, and their spouses.
(Available to active duty, reserve, veteran, retired military personnel with ID).
NOTE: FREE coffee and community resources will be available in the Stedman Education Building this Wednesday, Nov.
https://www.nczoo.org/experiences/events/military-appreciation-week
Veterans Day Gatherings
Carolina Field of Honor at Triad Park in Kernersville.
Wednesday (Nov 11) beginning at 11am (come early; no registration required)
*Coffee, doughnuts, family activities, community remembrance (bring a lawn chair).
Veterans Day Parade in downtown Mount Airy happening Wednesday (Nov 11)
*The parade will depart from Veterans Park before making its way toward North Main Street into downtown Mt Airy starting around 9:30am. www.visitmayberry.com
Stokes County has the highest percentage of older veterans, while Davidson County has the biggest share of younger vets, according to US Census data.
Operation Green Light: Cities and Towns across the Triad have gone ‘green’ at night in support of Veterans. You can participate by displaying a green light in your window to show your support for veterans.
