Worcester

Monday, November 11, 10:30 a.m.

The City of Worcester is holding its annual Veterans Day parade on Monday, beginning at beginning at Glennie St (behind Percy’s) and ending at Veterans Inc., 69 Grove Street. 

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Gillette Stadium

Saturday, November 9, 9:30 a.m.

As the nation prepares to recognize the men and women who have served our country this Veterans Day, CVS Caremark will pay tribute early, welcoming nearly 50 veterans of all abilities from throughout New England to the Dana-Farber Field House at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, November 9, for a football skills camp. Led by Patriots alumni, the special camp is the result of a  partnership between CVS Caremark and the New England Patriots, and is one way that CVS honors its commitment to individuals with disabilities and America’s military heroes.

The CVS Caremark/New England Patriots Football Skills Camp for Veterans will pair former Patriots players with veterans to work on football skills and drills. The camp will include a Patriots-style entry onto the turf through an oversized Patriots helmet; coaching by Patriots alumni on blocking, throwing and kicking; lunch on the sidelines with an opportunity to secure autographs and photos with Patriots alumni, cheerleaders and mascot Pat Patriot; and a visit to The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon.

Participants

CVS: CVS Caremark Senior Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy & Social Responsibility Eileen Howard Boone will welcome and thank the veterans on behalf of the company.

Patriots alumni: Max Lane (former tackle), Jon Williams (former running back), Pete Brock (former offensive lineman) and Eric Alexander (former linebacker) will work with the veterans.

Veterans: Veterans participating in the camp are from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs New England Adaptive Sports Program – a program of the VA Boston Healthcare System.

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Pancake Breakfast

Shrewsbury

Monday, November 11, 9 a.m.

The Shrewsbury Republican Town Committee will host a Veteran’s Day Community Breakfast to honor our men and women in uniform, past and present, celebrate the completion of the WWI Memorial and to recognize those who made it a reality. Event takes place Monday, November 11, 2013, at the First Congregational Church, 19 Church Road in Shrewsbury from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. There will be coffee, tea, bagels and muffins, no charge but donations are always welcome. Proceeds will benefit the Shrewsbury Memorial Maintenance Fund.

RSVP: [email protected] or 508-736-7723.

Uxbridge

Sunday, November 10

Sunday, November 10th is the Uxbridge Veteran's Day Parade. The Senior Center Lunch Van will be carrying any veteran that may be unable to walk the parade route. Please call the Center at 508-278-8622 to reserve your seat and arrange for pick up.

Old Sturbridge Village

Monday, November 11, 9:30 a.m.

Veterans and active members of the military, along with their families, will receive free admission on Monday. While there, meet with officials and medical workers from past American military exploits, and see the evolution of military uniforms and equipment.

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Leominster

Monday, November 11, 10 a.m.

The town of Leominster will hold a wreath laying ceremony at Monument Square on Monday at 10 a.m. Home to countless historical homes and several veterans’ memorials, Monument Square is a member of the National Register of Historic Places.

Marlborough

Monday, November 11, 10 a.m.

Marlborough will host its annual Veterans Day Parade on Monday, Nov. 11 starting at 10 a.m. Participants are asked to meet at 9:30 a.m. at John and Maple streets, and the  parade will proceed onto Main Street. Stops will be made at veterans’ memorials along Main Street in honor of  those who served. The parade concludes at the World War I Memorial also known as “The Doughboy Monument."

Higgins Armory Museum

Monday, November 11, 10 a.m.

The Worcester Museum will host "Arming a Gothic Knight and a Modern Day Soldier" on Monday. The event is meant to show how the apparel of warfare has changed, putting armor from the past against what American soldiers wear today. The event is free with museum admission, and is family friendly.

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Dining Deals for Vets

Monday, November 11

UNO: UNO Chicago Grill is offering veterans and active military members a free entrée or individual pizza with the purchase of an entrée or pizza of equal or greater value on Veterans Day.

Texas Roadhouse: On Monday, Texas Roadhouse will be giving away free meals for lunch to active, former and retired military. Free entrees include your choice of steak, country fried chicken, country fried sirloin, pulled pork, pork chop, cheeseburger, BBQ chicken sandwich, pulled pork sandwich, grilled chicken salad, or chicken critter salad plus your choice of sides. Active, former and retired military service members will also get a free coca-cola product, tea, or coffee.

Denny’s: At Denny's, all active, non-active, and retired military personnel can get free all you can eat pancakes from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m

Subway: Get a free 6-inch sub at Subway on Veteran's Day with ID proof that you're a Vet or member of the active military.

TGIF: T.G.I. Friday's will be having free lunch for all veterans on Monday, November 11, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at participating locations.