White Plains Commemorates Veterans Day

Press release from the City of White Plains:

November 4, 2021

The City of White Plains will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Thursday, November 11, 2021. The ceremony will be held outdoors on the steps of City Hall, 255 Main Street, at 10:30 a.m. The City has hosted this ceremony, in conjunction with the Mayor’s Veterans Committee, for over 20 years to thank and honor all who have served, living or deceased, but particularly the living veterans among us.

The event will feature recollections and insights by a keynote speaker, in addition to comments and participation from community patrons, including White Plains Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, who will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and give poetry readings. A White Plains Honor Guard, comprised of members of the City of White Plains Police and Fire Departments, will also participate.

The City of White Plains will once again fly a large American Flag across Main Street in honor of veterans.

Light refreshments will be served following the ceremony.

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