Princeton, Milaca schools plan Veterans Day tributes

PRINCETON/MILACA — Local communities are preparing to honor veterans with a series of events, including a memorial presentation, parade and concert.

Veterans Day falls on Wednesday, Nov. 11, this year, with activities planned in Princeton and Milaca to recognize those who have served in the U.S. military.

Veterans memorial presentation

The Princeton Area Library will host historian and photographer Jay Grammond on Saturday, Nov. 7, for a virtual road trip showcasing veterans memorials throughout Minnesota.

The presentation will highlight memorials ranging from street names and granite monuments to statues and other tributes honoring the service and sacrifices of military members.

Grammond will share the history and significance of both well-known landmarks and lesser-known memorials, offering participants an opportunity to learn more about how Minnesota communities recognize veterans.

The presentation will take place from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the library, 100 Fourth Ave. S.

Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome as space allows. For more information, call 763-389-3753.

Princeton schools veterans parade

Princeton Primary and Intermediate schools will host a Veterans Day parade Wednesday, Nov. 11, beginning at 10 a.m.

The parade will take place in the schools' bus drop-off zone near 12th Street North.

Veterans interested in participating are asked to arrive by 9:30 a.m. for lineup, wearing their uniforms or service hats and, if possible, decorating their vehicles with information about their military service.

Student leaders will serve coffee and cookies to veterans in their vehicles.

Community members are welcome to attend.

For more information, contact Jim Dalziel at 952-270-7687.

Milaca Veterans Day concert

Milaca Public Schools will host its annual Veterans Day concert Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 1 p.m. in the school's main gymnasium.

The program will feature musical performances by the high school symphonic band and school choirs, along with a guest speaker who is a veteran.

This year’s speaker is Anthony “Tony” Pike, commander of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Honor Guard.

Milaca Public Schools is located at 500 Highway 23 W.