Westfield invites you to pay tribute to local Veterans

The City of Westfield will host the second annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 11 at The Bridgewater Club, 3535 E. 161st St. Breakfast will be served starting at 7:45 a.m. followed by the ceremony commencing at 8:30 a.m. This ceremony is free and open to the public.

Please plan to attend and join in “Honoring Service & Sacrifice” and pay tribute to our brave veterans who have selflessly served our nation. It is a day to reflect, remember, and express gratitude for their sacrifices and unwavering commitment to our freedom.

There will be remarks from local veterans including Mayor Scott Willis, keynote speaker Roy Adams, and Westfield Police Chief Shawn Keen, as well as live performances by the Westfield High School Signature Sound choir.

Student winners of the poster and essay contest will present their work during the ceremony and receive a prize. In addition, veterans who attend the ceremony will receive a gift during the program.

The city will also be featuring residents in the Hometown Hero presentation that will be shown during the breakfast. If you are a veteran or know a veteran who would like to be featured in the city’s Hometown Heroes presentation, please email communications@westfield.in.gov with a photo of the veteran, their name and service branch by Oct. 30.

Organizations and resources will be available in the lobby for attendees to visit during the breakfast time and briefly after the ceremony.

Veterans Day Ceremony Poster & Essay Contest

There is still time for students to send in their submissions for the city’s first Veterans Day Ceremony Poster & Essay Contest. This initiative was created to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans.

The contest is open to all students in Westfield Washington Schools, private schools, and homeschools. However, the student must reside in Westfield or Washington Township.

Submission deadline is Friday, Oct. 25. Click here to learn about the contest requirements.

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