Veterans Day event roundup

It's that time of year again. Veterans Day events are scheduled across the Mat-Su Valley.

Below is a list of local gatherings honoring those who served their country:

Mat-Su College

The Mat-Su College is hosting its annual Veterans Day Tribute at the Glenn Massay Theater Friday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m.

U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan will appear as the special guest speaker. This year’s ceremony will include performances by Colony High School's JROTC program, TAPS Bugler Gene Horner, and a special presentation to Alaska Gold Star Families and their fallen service members.

“Most families in the state call veterans their neighbors and friends. Our ceremony serves to bring the community together each year to celebrate the numerous veterans in the Mat-Su Valley and to honor those service members who have given their lives in service to our country.” Senior Master Sergeant (Ret.) Tom Spangler stated in a recent press release.

For more information, visit matsu.alaska.edu.

Mat-Su Veterans Wall of Honor

The annual Mat-Su Veterans Wall of Honor Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 in front of the Wasilla Police Department. This annual event honors local Veterans with special guest speakers, performances, and ceremonial activities such as hanging wreaths in front of the various names etched on stone slabs.

AMVETS Post 9 is hosting this year's ceremony with help from other local veteran groups. For more information, 907-376-2999.

American Legion Post 35

American Legion Post 35 is hosting an open house event with food and drinks from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11. For more information, call 907-376-3500.

American Legion Post 15

American Legion Post 15 is hosting an Early Bird Dinner from 5 to 8, free dance lessons from 7 to 8 p.m., and karaoke from 8 p.m. to closing time Saturday, Nov. 11. For more information, call 907-745-4440.

AMVETS Post 9

AMVETS Post 9 is hosting a community potluck starting at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 For more information, call 907-376-2999.

AMVETS Post 11

AMVETS Post 11 is hosting and open house with food and drinks starting at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11. For more information, call 907-376-7820.

VFW Post 9365

VFW Post 9365 is hosting an open house event with food and drinks starting at 1 p.m. For more information, call 907-376-5820.

Contact Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman reporter Jacob Mann at jacob.mann@frontiersman.com