Veterans Day 2021: Where to find an event to honor the military in South Florida

Veterans Day is Nov. 11. South Florida events include readings, presentations, picnics and parades. Some events and venues ask participants not to bring food and coolers. Also, organizers for many in-person. events request that attendees follow physical distancing and other CDC protocols due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Broward County

Nov. 6

Fort Lauderdale. Veteran Family Day, 11 a.m.-2p.m, Reverend Samuel Delevoe Memorial Park, 2520 NW Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale. Visit the FTRI exhibit booth to view amplified phone equipment available to qualified Florida residents. Learn more about the Florida Relay Service at 800-222-3448. srollo@chchearing.org 954-601-1930. bit.ly/2ZmKV3N

Nov. 6-24

Broward County Library’s Vet’s Fest. Nov. 6-24, Broward County Library. Free online and in-person events featuring awesome authors, special Director’s Book Club discussions and presentations. Multiple locations. bit.ly/2ZniqTT

Nov. 8-10

Hollywood. Veteran Barbeque, voucher program in place of in-person event. The City of Hollywood Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts celebrate local Hollywood veterans with a meal at a Hollywood restaurant by obtaining a voucher. Military ID/DD214 is required. . Vouchers must be picked up Nov. 8-10 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Administration Office, 1405 S. 28th Ave., Hollywood. Veterans must RSVP to obtain a free meal voucher by calling 954-921-3404. bit.ly/3mfer4J

Nov. 9-14

Davie/Cooper City. Hero’s Flag Project, Nov. 9-14, Fireman’s Park, Orange Drive. View the display, presented by the Davie/Cooper City Rotary Club Foundation. Flags were purchased for display by loved ones to represent their hero. For more information about the project, email michaelhroland@gmail.com

Nov. 11

Coral Springs. Veterans Day Ceremony, 10:45–11:45 a.m., Veterans Park, 8601 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral Springs. Presented by The Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs and the City of Coral Springs. bit.ly/3m8xopz

Cooper City. Veterans Day Ceremony, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Memorial Park, between City Hall and the Community Center, 9090 SW 50 Place, Cooper City. BZickar@coopercityfl.org or call 954-434-4300, #272.

Davie. Veterans Day Ceremony, 10-11:30 a.m., Veterans Park, 5750 SW 39th St., Davie. There will be satellite parking at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds with shuttle bus service to the event.

Lauderhill. Salute to Our Veterans, 4:30 p.m., Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St., Lauderhill.

Margate. Veteran’s Day Ceremony, 10:30 a.m.Veterans Memorial Park, 7044 NW First St., Margate. Honor military veterans for their dedicated and loyal service to the country. 954-972-6458. margatefl.com. Free.

Miramar. Veterans Day, 10–11 a.m., Veteran’s Memorial Park, 6405 Arbor Drive, Miramar. Guest speakers, Honor Guard presentation of the colors, and refreshments. 954-602-3178.

Pembroke Pines. Veterans Day Ceremony, Noon-1:30 p.m., Memorial Park, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines. Featuring a presentation of colors, musical performances and guest speakers. For more information visit ppines.com or call the Special Events office at 954-392-2116.

Sunrise. Veterans Day 2021 Ceremony, Sunrise Civic Center Theatre and Art Gallery, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. Special tribute to U.S. military service personnel. The ceremony will feature a three-round volley, distinguished speakers, the presentation of colors, and more. 954-746-3670. bit.ly/3Cfm1Sq

Tamarac. Veterans Day, 10:30 a.m., Veterans’ Memorial Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd., Tamarac. Special guest speakers and unveiling of a new veterans honor wall panel will be presented. 954-597-3620. tamarac.org/specialevents

Wilton Manors. Veterans Day Ceremony, 11 a.m., Hagen Park Community Center, Wilton Manors. Hear stories and letters home from soldiers in each of the U.S. wars, hosted by the City of Wilton Manors Leisure Services Department. bit.ly/3mdEZmF

Nov. 13

Weston. Veterans Day Family Celebration, 2-6 p.m., Bonaventure Town Center Club, 16690 Saddle Club Road, Weston. Complimentary burgers and dogs along with live music and face painting. Space limited. Reservation required. bit.ly/3GeB5lL

Nov. 14

Davie. Veterans Day Celebration, 2-5 p.m., Tree Tops Park, 3900 SW 100th Ave., Davie. Family-friendly event is open to the public. There will be music, games, prizes and food. Catered meals by Mission BBQ must be purchased in advance. A ceremony will honor military veterans. bit.ly/3bbfJrc

Palm Beach County

Nov. 6

Lake Worth Beach. Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony, 11 a.m., Parade and Ceremony of Honor, honoring the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Cultural Plaza, 414 Lake Ave., Lake Worth. bit.ly/2ZxyYJ0

Nov. 7

West Palm Beach. Veterans Parade, 2 p.m., hosted by the City of West Palm Beach. Parade travels from west to east on Clematis, starting at Rosemary Avenue and ending at Flagler Drive. Featuring emcees Tim & Chelsea from New Country 103.1 and USMC veteran Brian Edwards will announce parade participants as they pass. Grand Marshal is RADM Thomas C. Lynch, USN (Ret.). Email sstjohn2@pbcveteranscommittee.org or visit pbcveteranscommittee.org to make a donation and/or to register to participate in the parade.

Nov. 11

Boca Raton. Veterans Day Ceremony, 9:30 a.m., Veterans Park, 9400 W. Palmetto Park Road. VFW Post 10556, Boca Raton, participation by the VFW, the Vietnam Veterans Of America, the Jewish War Veterans and local HS JROTC units, the US Naval Sea Cadet Corps and the Civil Air Patrol.

Boca Raton. Ceremony and Concert, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton. Information expo, free lunch for veterans in uniform or presenting military ID, concert of patriotic music featuring performance by the Fort Lauderdale Highlanders, the Boca Raton Community High School NJROTC, and the Boca Raton Police and Fire Honor Guards, with a musical performance by the Boca Raton Community High School Band. 561-393-7967.

Boynton Beach. Veteran’s Day Celebration, 1 p.m., Tom Kaiser, USN, Boynton Beach Veterans Memorial Park, 411 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach. Presented by The Boynton Beach Veterans and the city. 561-742-6236.

Delray Beach. Veterans Day Ceremony, 9:30-11 a.m., Veterans Park, 802 NE First St., Delray Beach. Music performances and speeches from city officials. 561-243-7010.

Greenacres. Veterans Day Tribute, 9 a.m., Greenacres City Hall, 5800 Melaleuca Lane, Greenacres. 561-642-2015.

Riviera Beach. Veterans Day Tribute: 11 a.m.-noon. Bicentennial Park at Marina Village, 190 E. 13th St., Riviera Beach. Gold Star Families and first responders are honored for their sacrifice and service. 561-844-3408. rbcra.com. Free.

West Palm Beach. Art of the BraveHeARTS: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.Armory Art Center, 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach. This program began in 2018 to promote the rehabilitation of military service veterans to help build self-esteem, nurture talent, and develop new skills. 561-832-1776. armoryart.org. Free.

West Palm Beach. Free museum admission for veterans: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Flagler Museum, One Whitehall Way, Palm Beach. Veterans may experience a free self-guided tour. Guests admission tickets are available for purchase. 561-655-2833. flaglermuseum.us/visiting. Free.

West Palm Beach. Lecture — Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: A Century of Honor, 1921-2021: 2-3:30 p.m.Flagler Museum, One Whitehall Way, Palm Beach. Special Veterans Day lecture marking the 100-year anniversary. Reservations required. 561-655-2833. flaglermuseum.us/tomb-of-the-unknown-soldier-lecture. $20-$38.

Miami-Dade County

Nov. 5

Miami. Miami-Dade County Veteran’s Appreciation Day Dinner, 6-10 p.m., 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant, 1395 NW 57t Ave., Miami. This free dinner is to honor veterans for their service and sacrifice made to the country, while building awareness of the needs of the military men, women, veterans, and their families. bit.ly/3CdeF1N

Nov. 7

Miami Lakes. Veteran’s Day Parade, 10 a.m.-noon. Town of Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. The parade can be viewed from multiple locations along Ludlam Road from Bull Run Road to Eagles Nest. 305-364-6100 Ext. 1143. pastoraa@miamilakes-fl.gov

Nov. 11

Doral. Veterans Day Ceremony, 9 a.m., Veterans Park10190 NE 33rd St., Doral. bit.ly/2ZlytRQ

Pinecrest. Veteran’s Day Picnic, 4-6 p.m., Veterans Wayside Park, 11111 Pinecrest Parkway, Pinecrest. Veterans and Gold Star families with an Honor Guard presentation, a pinning ceremony, a wreath ceremony, music, and a complimentary picnic lunch. bit.ly/2ZkqGDQ

Nov. 19

Miami-Dade County. Second annual Miami-Dade County’s Veterans Appreciation Day Caravan, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Seminole Boat Ramp Parking Lot, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami. Presented in recognition of National Military Appreciation Month, by the Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services Department through its Miami-Dade County Veterans Services Coalition, and in collaboration with AARP. bit.ly/3nq90zf

South Florida

Nov. 6

Multiple Aspen Dental network locations — Free Dental Care for Military Veterans, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Appointments are required for participating locations in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. Veterans can call 1-844-277-3646 to find a location and schedule an appointment. HealthyMouthMovement.com

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