Highland Park Sets Veterans Day Program At The Moraine

HIGHLAND PARK, IL — Highland Park is inviting residents to gather on Nov. 11 for a Veterans Day program tied to the city's America250 celebrations.

The event is scheduled for 11 a.m. at The Moraine, 1201 Park Ave. It will recognize members of the armed forces and their families.

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According to the city, the program was planned with veterans representing American Legion Post #145, Jewish War Veterans Post #29 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #437.

The program will also include student musicians from Highland Park High School. The city said the high school brass quintet and a student vocalist will perform during the event.

Two Navy officers are listed as speakers: Lt. Beau Nickerson, US Navy, Public Affairs Officer, Naval Services Training Command, and Lt. Dylan E. Panizo, US Navy.

The city also said David A. Buzard will be honored as a Hero Among Us during the program. The announcement identifies Buzard as trustee for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4737, a retired naval officer and an attorney. He also serves as vice chair of the city's Human Relations Advisory Group.