Here are the 2022 Veterans Day events around Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky
It's time to honor our troops.
Generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars,” Nov. 11 was proclaimed as the first commemoration of Armistice Day by President Woodrow Wilson in 1919, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs. It wasn't until May 13, 1938 that Nov. 11 became a legal holiday set aside to honor veterans of World War I.
But in 1954 after World War II at the encouragement of the veterans service organizations, the Act of 1938 was changed, replacing the word "Armistice" with "Veterans." Now 68 years later, citizens across the country hold special celebrations and events for all U.S. military veterans, and Greater Cincinnati is no exception.
Check out these local Veterans Day events below. Don't see your event on the list? Email us at calendar@cincinnati.com.
Thursday, Nov. 10
Batavia: Veterans Day Recognition Ceremony, 2:30 p.m., Eastgatespring, 4400 Glen Este-Withamsville Rd. This ceremony will recognize veterans in the community with a certificate of appreciation and a U.S. flag and retired branch of service flag, with a luncheon to follow. carespring.com.
Friday, Nov. 11
Anderson Township: Veterans Day Celebration, 2-9:30 p.m., American Legion Post 318, 6660 Clough Pike. post318.org.
Blue Ash: Veterans Day Ceremony and Luncheon, 10:30- 11:30 a.m., Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park, 4871 Cooper Rd. Features a memorial ceremony, tolling of bells, music from the Ohio Military Band, and keynote speaker Jim Meyers. During the luncheon, Blue Ash Mayor Marc Sirkin and the Veterans Committee will recognize the 2022 Veteran of the Year. $5 per person. Facebook.com/events.
Downtown: Cyclones vs. Indy Fuel, 7:30 p.m., Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway St. Military Appreciation/Veteran's Day. $5 Craft Draft/Seltzer, $1 Popcorn, $3 Hamburger and Military Themed Jerseys. Tickets required. cycloneshockey.com.
Downtown: Veterans Day Ceremony, 11 a.m., Hard Rock Casino, 1000 Broadway St. The second annual Veterans Day Ceremony will include a $10,000 cash donation to the Disabled American Veterans Charity and a free lunch special for all military personnel, veterans and first responders. hardrockcasinocincinnati.com.
Green Township: Veterans Day Ceremony, 11 a.m.- noon, Veterans Park, 6231 Harrison Ave. Hosted by VFW Post 10380. vfw10380.org.
Hamilton: Veterans Day Reflection Dinner, 6 p.m., Harry T. Wilks Conference Center, Miami University, 1601 University Blvd. The event will include a silent auction. All proceeds will directly benefit the Student Veterans Centers of Miami University Regionals, which provide resources for student military veterans and military-affiliated students. RSVP at MiamiOH.edu/Regionals/RSVP.
Harrison: Honoring Our Veterans, 2-3 p.m., Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library, 10398 New Haven Rd. Learn about the Veteran’s History Project, an ongoing effort to capture and share the stories of the veterans in Hamilton County. A reception with light refreshments will follow the program. Reservations required. cincinnatilibrary.bibliocommons.com.
Lebanon: Veteran's Day, noon, Countryside YMCA, 1699 Deerfield Rd. Guest speaker Jerry Ferris, music by Little Miami Select Concert Choir, presentation colors, 21-gun salute followed by boxed lunch. Free. countrysideymca.org.
Madeira: Veteran’s Day Fundraiser, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Ali’s Bar and Grill, 7820 Camargo Rd. Madeira Woman’s Club sponsors this dine-in or carryout fundraiser benefiting the Joseph House for Homeless Veterans. 15% of sales benefits the charity. smadams45.wixsite.com.
Mason: Veterans Day Recognition Ceremony, 10 a.m., Mason Christian Village, 411 Western Row Rd. This ceremony will recognize veterans in the community with a certificate of appreciation and a U.S. flag and retired branch of service flag, with a luncheon to follow. christianvillages.org.
Mount Adams: Veterans Day Service, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 950 Eden Park Dr. Guest speaker is Victoria Parks. Sponsored by Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 10. Free. cincinnati-oh.gov.
Mount Adams: Armed Forces Military Sabbath, 10:30 a.m., Holy Cross-Immaculata Church, 30 Guido St. All veterans are welcome and uniforms are optional. Free. cincymoaa.org.
Norwood: Veterans Day Recognition Ceremony, 2 p.m., Norwood Towers, 1550 Sherman Ave. This ceremony will recognize veterans in the community with a certificate of appreciation and a U.S. flag and retired branch of service flag, with a luncheon to follow. norwood-pa.com.
Over-the-Rhine: Veteran's Day Celebration, noon-6 p.m., Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St. Featuring a restored A7 cockpit courtesy of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, flight simulations, and Top Gun Trivia. Veterans receive $1 pints all day. rhinegeist.com.
Springfield Township: Community Day, Great Parks of Hamilton County, 10245 Winton Rd. Free entry at all Great Parks without the need for a motor vehicle permit. greatparks.org.
Sunday, Nov. 13
Florence: Veterans Day Program, 2 p.m., Florence Government Center, 8100 Ewing Blvd. The Honor Run will begin at 7 a.m. at the water tower and last until around 11 a.m. The Veterans Day program will begin at 2 p.m. The program will recognize our veterans and feature the Boone County High School Cheerleaders and music from the Florence Community Band and Florence Community Chorus. florence-ky.gov.
Photos from Veterans Day 2021
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky Veterans Day events 2022
