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Mooresville Veterans Celebration 2024

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October 26, 2024

From: Mooresville Veterans Celebration

This November, the Town of Mooresville invites you to honor the men and women who served our country by participating in one of Mooresville’s Veterans Week events. The Flag Processional and Ceremony kicks things off on November. An annual highlight of the week is the Veterans Day Parade on November. Come help us honor and remember America’s Veterans.

Schedule:

Monday, November 4, 2024

9:00 a.m: POW/MIA Flag Processional and Ceremony
Join us in honoring the sacrifices of prisoners of war and those missing in action. The processional will begin in front of Richard’s Coffee Shop (165 N. Main Street) and continue to Town Hall (413 N. Main Street), where a commemorative ceremony will be held.

Thursday, November 7, 2024

8:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m: Veterans Breakfast
Veterans and their families are invited to a complimentary breakfast hosted by the Top of the Lake Rotary Club at the Charles Mack Citizen Center (215 N. Main Street). This is a time to come together, share stories, and enjoy a warm meal. RSVP is required to secure your spot. To Register please visit www.topofthelakemooresville.com, email [email protected] or call 704-929-0592

Saturday, November 9, 2024

11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m: One Nation Under God Luncheon
Hosted by the Exchange Club of Mooresville/Lake Norman, this annual luncheon honors veterans with a free meal behind Richard’s Coffee Shop (165 N. Main Street). Each veteran may bring one guest. Please note that this event is limited to veterans and one guest.

Monday, November 11, 2024

11:00 a.m: Glenwood Park Memorial Ceremony
Gather at Glenwood Memorial Park (273 Glenwood Drive) for a special memorial ceremony honoring local veterans.

1:00 p.m: Veterans Day Parade – Honoring Hometown Heroes
Mooresville’s annual Veterans Day Parade is a highlight of the week. The community is invited to honor local veterans as the parade makes its way down Main Street. Main Street will be closed to traffic before and during the parade. To participate in the parade, register at Mooresvillenc.gov/VeteransDay.

2:30 p.m - 3:20 p.m: Richard’s Coffee Shop Kitchen Grand Re-Opening
After the parade, celebrate the grand re-opening of Richard’s Coffee Shop Kitchen, newly renovated by Lowe’s Home Improvement. Attendees can enjoy hot dogs and refreshments while commemorating this special moment for the iconic Mooresville coffee shop.

Thursday, November 14, 2024

8:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m: Wreaths Across America
Veterans, active-duty military personnel, their families, and community members are encouraged to stop by Richard’s Coffee Shop (165 N. Main Street) to view the beautiful Wreaths Across America mobile display and meet with representatives from Wreaths Across America. Learn about the nonprofit’s year-round volunteer efforts to support veterans and their families.

9:00 a.m - 1:30 p.m: "Be Someone’s Hero" Blood Drive
Honor our veterans by participating in a blood drive at Richard’s Coffee Shop (165 N. Main Street). Your donation can save lives and is a great way to give back to those who have served.

Date: November 4 - 14, 2024

Location: Various Venues in Mooresville, NC 28115

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