Numerous Veterans Day events are planned along the Wasatch Front through Monday. They include:
Clearfield ceremony
The Clearfield High School AFJROTC will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony. Students will recognize Clearfield alumnus Rocky Olson, a Vietnam veteran who wrote about his combat experience in Sgt. Rock, Last Warrior Standing.
When • Thursday, Nov. 8, 7:45 a.m.
Where • Clearfield High School, 931 S. 1000 East, Clearfield
Tickets • Free
Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's National Chamber Foundation will host a hiring fair for veterans and military spouses. Interested employers and job seekers should register at hoh.greatjob.net. Walk-in job seekers are allowed. (Veterans must provide military identification.)
When • Thursday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m.- 3p.m.
Where • South Towne Expo Center, 9575 S. State St., Sandy
Tickets • Free
University of Utah commemoration
U. of U. events will include a panel discussion, "Korea: The Forgotten War;" a full dress military ceremony; and a rifle salute at 11 a.m. Call 801-581-6773 for information.
When • Friday, Nov. 9, 8:45 a.m.
Where • University of Utah Olpin Union, 200 S. Central Campus Drive, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Farmington events
Col. Jay Hess, a former prisoner of war, will visit Knowlton Elementary to share his military experiences. The school will continue its recognition of veterans with a patriotic music program by first-graders at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 8, and again at 9 a.m. on Nov. 9.
When • Thursday, Nov. 8, 2:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m.
Where • Knowlton Elementary, 801 W. Shepard Lane, Farmington
Tickets • Free
Provo tribute and lunch
Provo City, Provo Veterans Council, Timpview High School and the Provo Kiwanis Club will sponsor a Veterans Day tribute.
When • Friday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m.
Where • Timpview High School, 3570 Timpview Drive, Provo
Tickets • Free; visit visitutah.com/includes/events/Provo-2012-Veterans-Day-Tribute-Lunch/892
Veterans Day with the Utah Food Bank
Join Goldman Sachs and The Mission Continues to process food donations and prepare packages for families in need throughout the community. Visit missioncontinues.org/event/veterans-day-with-the-utah-food-bank-in-salt-lake-city-2012 for information.
When • Friday, Nov. 9, 3-4:30 p.m.
Where • The Mission Continues, 3150 S. 900 West, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Spaghetti dinner
Magna VFW Post No. 7398 will hold a fund-raising Veterans Day spaghetti dinner. Dinners are $6 per plate, $3 for veterans. This event is open to adults age 21 and older. Proceeds will provide resources care-giving to Magna veterans.
When • Friday, Nov. 9, 5 p.m.
Where • Magna VFW Post No. 7398 , 9057 W. Historic Main St., Magna
Orem celebration
The SCERA Center for the Arts will celebrate with a variety show. Performers will include SCERA staff member Shawn Mortensen, the Bluth Sisters, and the Mountain View High School choir. Visit scera.org/events/view/113 for information.
When • Saturday, Nov. 10, 11 a.m.
Where • SCERA Center for the Arts, 745 S. State St., Orem
Tickets • Free
Huntsman Center concert
Utah National Guard 23rd Army Band and the Combined Granite School District High School Choir will perform. For information, call 801-432-4407.
When • Saturday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m.
Where • Jon M. Huntsman Center, 1825 E. South Campus Drive, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Taylorsville parade and program
Taylorsville City and United Veterans Council will host a parade that begins at Valley Regional Park and ends at city hall. The co-grand marshals will be Sgt. Maj. Patrick N. Watkins, who served three tours of duty in Vietnam, and Sr. Master Sgt. Chuck Davis who served in both Korea and Vietnam. Visit http://www.taylorsvilleut.gov for information.
When • Sunday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m.
Where • Valley Regional Park, 5100 S. 2700 West , Taylorsville
Tickets • Free
Utah Department of Veterans Affairs program
The Utah Department of Veterans Affairs will hold a celebration at the state Capitol. Gov. Gary Herbert will speak and five veterans will be honored. The Utah National Guard's 23rd Army Band will perform. Visit veterans.utah.gov for information.
When • Sunday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m.
Where • Utah State Capitol Building, 300 N. State, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
American Festival Chorus
The American Festival Chorus will present a tribute hosted by Lt. Col. Gary Griffin, USAF retired. The concert features patriotic favorites as well as spiritual musical selections. American Festival Chorus, the Utah State University Symphony Orchestra, the USU American Legion, and the USU ROTC will perform. Visit americanfestivalchorus.org/performance/2012/veterans-day for information.
When • Sunday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m.
Where • USU Kent Concert Hall, 1400 Old Main Hill, Logan
Tickets • Free
Musical celebration
The American Fallen Warrior Memorial Foundation will celebrate with country singers Collin Raye and Nathan Osmond as well as Utah musician-composer Kurt Bestor. Musician Jeff Senour and the Utah Army Band and Choral Arts Society will join them. Visit http://www.tix4cause.com/charities/american-fallen-warrior-memorial-foundation/ for information.
When • Monday, Nov. 12, 3 p.m.
Where • Utah State Capitol Building, 300 N. State, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free; Donations are appreciated
— Compiled by Ana Daraban
