Palos Heights kicked off its Veterans Day observances with a breakfast honoring local veterans and their guests Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St.
The breakfast provided an opportunity for veterans to gather, share stories and enjoy time together as the community recognized their service and sacrifices.
The city’s Veterans Day observances continued Wednesday, Nov. 11, with a ceremony at Memorial Park, 7607 W. College Drive, honoring veterans and recognizing their contributions to the nation.
Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz emphasized the importance of recognizing veterans and remembering their sacrifices.
“This is a day to honor and thank veterans for their time and for their service and to take time to remember the sacrifices they made,” Straz said.
Straz called the ceremony to order before the Shepard High School Color Guard presented the colors. Palos Heights Alderman Jack Clifford led the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the reading of the city’s Veterans Day proclamation by Straz.
Clifford also delivered remarks honoring those who served in the nation’s armed forces. Alderman Jeff Key performed taps, providing a moment of reflection in remembrance of veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice. The ceremony concluded with the Shepard High School Color Guard retiring the colors.
Following the ceremony, veterans and residents gathered for a reception featuring light refreshments at the Palos Heights Public Library.
