Each November 11, Veterans Day offers an opportunity to recognize and thank the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The observance honors all veterans, whether they served during wartime or peacetime, at home or overseas. Here are some local events and places where we can come together to honor and celebrate our veterans:

Ellenville

Wednesday, November 11, 11 a.m. The Ellenville Elks Lodge (50 Rte 55, Napanoch) will host a ceremony, with appetizers and lunch to follow.

Rochester

Sunday, November 8, 8 - 11 a.m. Get all-you-can-eat pancakes at the Accord Fire District's Veterans Day breakfast, located at 22 Main Street, Accord. New veterans banners will also be unveiled.

Monday, November 9, 9 a.m. Rondout Valley High School will pay tribute to veterans with a public assembly and a ceremonial Field of Flags on the campus lawn, 122 Kyserike Road.

Grahamsville

Wednesday, November 11, 11 a.m. The Grahamsville Rural Cemetery will host a Flag-Raising Ceremony, followed by a celebration at the Neversink Town Hall, both on Route 55 in Grahamsville.

Mamakating

Wednesday, November 11, 9 a.m. The Edward M. Maier VFW Post 4947 will host a service at the Summitville Firehouse (3978 Rte 209, Summitville).

Wednesday, November 11, 11 a.m. The American Legion Post 1266 will host a service at Veterans Park in Wurtsboro, at the intersection of Sullivan and 3rd Street.