Chelan and Manson plan to celebrate veterans

CHELAN – There are a number of events scheduled around Veterans Day to celebrate and honor those who have served and sacrificed to protect our country and freedoms. 

On Friday, November 8, at 8:30 a.m., Manson High School will host a Veterans Day Breakfast and assembly at the Student Center.

Chelan High School leadership students will serve lunch to local veterans at noon on Friday, November 8 at the Lake Chelan School District Main Office. 

Following the lunch, Morgan Owings Elementary will hold a Veterans Day Assembly at 1:00 p.m. at the Chelan Community Gym.

Chelan Middle School will also hold an assembly at 2 p.m. in the school Performing Arts Center with guest speaker Army Veteran Stephen Johnson.

Wapato Point Cellars and Winemaker’s Grill in Manson will host a Veterans Day Program and Dinner on Saturday, November 9, from 2 to 7 p.m.

“Veterans receive a very special gift as a small token of our appreciation for service,” the event page states. “Owners and Veterans, Ben Williams/Army and Steve Kludt/ Marines will say a few words with plenty of time for Veterans to share a quick memory as well. We look forward to honoring you or your favorite Veteran.”

For more information and to make a reservation, visit wapatopointcellars.com.

The Manson American Legion will hold a Veterans Day Celebration at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 11, at American Legion Park in Manson.

The Chelan VFW will hold its annual Veterans Day Parade on Monday, November 11, at 11 a.m. on East Woodin Ave.

Immediately following the parade, Chelan Fire will host a Veteran’s Day Luncheon at 232 E. Wapato Ave.

“Chelan District 7 Firefighters Association and Chelan Firefighters Local 4816 will prepare and serve free hamburgers and hot dogs to all Veterans, currently serving Military Personnel, and their immediate families,” the event page states. “The public is also invited — a $5 donation is suggested, but not required.”

Proceeds will be donated to the Chelan VFW Post 6853.