The 2023 Veterans Day ceremonies in the Tri-Town area will be a time to remember those who gave all in service to our country as well as all former and present military personnel. Some towns will place flowers at monuments, while others will offer special veterans meals and social engagement. Here are the planned events.
Mattapoisett will be holding a ceremony on Saturday, November 11, at Old Hammondtown Elementary School at 11:00 am. The guest speaker will be Retired Army officer David Vacchi of the Newport Naval War College. This annual event is a partnership between the Tri-Town Veterans Office and the Mattapoisett American Legion Post 280. Prior to this annual event, the Mattapoisett Council on Aging will hold a breakfast to be serviced at the council’s headquarters located at 17 Barstow Street. Call 508-758-4110 to reserve spaces.
Also happening in Mattapoisett will be a Bell Remembrance Ceremony, a partnership between the Legion, the Doughboy Foundation and the Mattapoisett Congregational Church in which the church bells will toll 21 times, marking the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. This will take place at 10:45 am on Veterans Day.
The Town of Rochester Council on Aging will hold a dinner for Rochester veterans and their spouses on Thursday, November 9, at 5:00 pm at the council headquarters located at 67 Dexter Lane. Call 508-763-8723 for reservations.
Marion will hold its Veterans Day event on Saturday, November 11, at 11:00 am at Old Landing located on Front Street. Guest speakers will be Peter O’Brien, Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sergeant, Operations Chief, and Sean Stadig, Lieutenant Commander, H60 Engineering Officer, Air Station Cape Cod. The Sippican Elementary School Band led by Mrs. Hannah Moore will perform selections of patriotic music.
The RSVP for the Veterans Luncheon at the Cushing Community Center has passed, but those interested can call 508-748-3570 to check on availability.
By Marilou Newell