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The City of Opelika invites the public to join the Mayor and City Council on Friday, November 10 as we host a Veterans Day Celebration and pause to say thank you to our veterans.  

“It’s important that we pause and say thank you to our Veterans. We are honored to recognize them on this special day in Opelika. It’s because of our veterans that future generations can enjoy a life of freedom,” said Mayor Gary Fuller.

The morning begins with a breakfast at 9 a.m. for veterans and their families at Opelika Public Library, 1100 Glenn Street. The breakfast is FREE for veterans and their family.

At 10 a.m., the Veterans Day program will begin in the Cooper Room at the Opelika Public Library.

Invocation and Benediction by Pastor Monique Summers, St. Luke A.M.E. Church

Presentation of Colors, City of Opelika Fire Department

Music, Opelika High School Choir

Guest Speaker, Commander Timothy “Tang” Aja, Commanding Officer Navy Reserve

Special Presentation to Veteran, John Sweatman, Opelika Economic Development

For more information, contact Leigh Krehling at 334-705-5136.