Fairfield invites veterans and active military to have breakfast on Veterans Day

Fairfield Creekside Middle School students and staff recognized and honored area veterans with a Veterans Day ceremony and breakfast Monday, Nov. 11, 2024 in Fairfield. The event included a flag ceremony and a 21-gun salute by Fairfield VFW Post 1069 and the playing of Taps. Veterans in attendance were treated to breakfast with a select group of students. Left to right: VFW Post 1069 honor guard members Ric Matre, Chris Gibson, Butch Frederick, Mike Riley and Johnnie Allen did a 21-gun salute during the ceremony. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF

Credit: Nick Graham

Credit: Nick Graham

Fairfield Creekside Middle School students and staff recognized and honored area veterans with a Veterans Day ceremony and breakfast Monday, Nov. 11, 2024 in Fairfield. The event included a flag ceremony and a 21-gun salute by Fairfield VFW Post 1069 and the playing of Taps. Veterans in attendance were treated to breakfast with a select group of students. Left to right: VFW Post 1069 honor guard members Ric Matre, Chris Gibson, Butch Frederick, Mike Riley and Johnnie Allen did a 21-gun salute during the ceremony. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF

The City of Fairfield and the Fairfield Parks and the Recreation Department will host a Veterans Day Donuts & Coffee Breakfast on Veterans Day.

“It’s coffee and donuts. There’s no formal ceremony it is just an opportunity for veterans and active military to get together and connect with one another. It’s a chance to start Veterans Day with some conversation and shared recognition,” said David Sheldrick, marketing specialist for Fairfield Parks & Recreation Department.

The City of Fairfield Parks and Recreation Department will host a Veterans Day Donuts & Coffee Breakfast from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Nov. 11 in the Community Room at Fairfield Community Arts Center. The event is free and open to veterans and active military members.

“This is the second year we have offered this. Last year was the first year and the veterans who attended last year, appreciated having a space to gather informally, reconnect with people they hadn’t seen in a while and just to be honored in a simple, sincere way,” Sheldrick said.

Sheldrick said the heartfelt morning is dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served or are currently serving our country.

“We believe it’s important to recognize and honor the service of veterans and active military members in the community. So, we put together this event. It’s a small, meaningful way to show our appreciation for what they’ve done,” said Sheldrick.

The breakfast is designed to be a relaxed and friendly gathering over complimentary donuts and coffee. The Fairfield Community Arts Center is located at 411 Wessel Drive. For more details, go to fairfield-city.org.

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