A Salute to Service will be held on Veterans Day, Thursday November 11th at the Village Theatre. Active military personnel and veterans will be honored for their dedicated service. Doors open at 6:00PM for an exhibition of military memorabilia prior to a formal stage presentation at 7:00PM. Active duty military and veterans can also enjoy a free meal Thursday at Applebee's or Famous Dave's. Thanks for serving our country.

Two days have been set aside to honor the memory of those who have served America in the armed forces:

Veterans Day

Originally known as Armistice Day, this day of remembrance was conceived to celebrate the end of World War I fighting at 11:00AM, November 11, 1918. (The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.) It became a national holiday in 1926, when World War I was still known as "the War to end all wars." Unfortunately, this was not to be. At the conclusion of World War II and the Korean War, Congress was requested to change the nature of this day to honor those who have served America in all wars. Therefore, in 1954, President Eisenhower signed a bill proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day.

November 11 is our nationwide observance of Veterans Day, originally called Armistice Day, to honor our U.S. veterans for their patriotism, love of country, military service, and sacrifice for the common good.

In addition to thanking all of the veterans you know, join the community at the Village Theater at Cherry Hill, which will host a Salute to Service for all area veterans, their families, and supporters this evening at 7:00; doors open at 6:00. This event is sponsored by the Canton Veterans Memorial Association and Canton Township, and is free and open to the public. The Michigan Military Moms will also be on-site collecting items for service men and women who are currently serving our country overseas.