We don’t have class next Monday, November 11. It’s Veterans’ Day.
Veterans’ Day was originally to honor Americans who served in World War I. These days, Veterans Day honors all veterans for their loyalty and willingness to serve in the military and sacrifice for our country.
Here are some places to visit in this occasion.
1. Arlington National Cemetery on November 11, 2013, 11 a.m.
* National Veterans’ Day service, Visitors should plan to arrive at least a half hour before the ceremony.
2. American Freedom Festival on November 10, 2013.
Patriot Center at George Mason University, Fairfax, VA.
* Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.com.
3. Vietnam Veterans Memorial on November 11, 2013, 1 p.m.
Constitution Avenue and Henry Bacon Dr. NW, Washington, DC.
4. World War II Memorial on November 11, 2013, 9 a.m.
17th Street, between Constitution and Independence Avenues, NW Washington, DC.
5. Navy Memorial on November 11, 2013, 1 p.m.
701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC.
* The presentation begins at noon.
6. Air Force Memorial on November 11, 2013, 11 a.m.
One Air Force Memorial Drive, Arlington, VA.
7. National Marine Corps Museum on November 10, 2013, noon.
18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle, VA.
* Celebrate the Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day with a ceremonial sword cake cutting.
8. Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens on November 11, 2013.
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA.
9. Manassas Veterans Day Parade on November 10, 2013, 11 a.m.
Manassas, Virginia.
* The community parade includes military and high school bands, pipe and drum corps teams, military units from the various Armed Services, military vehicles, and members from local veteran organizations.
