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Today, we honor Veterans Day, which is a federal holiday celebrated annually on November 11 to honor veterans of all wars.
A little history: It was not always called Veterans Day and it was not always a federal holiday.
History.com explains it this way: "The holiday dates to November 1918 during World War I. At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of that year, an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, was declared between the Allied nations and Germany. Commemorated the following year as Armistice Day in many countries, November 11 became a federal holiday in the United States in 1938."
It was later renamed Veterans Day.
Veterans Day Lunch
American Legion Post 45 in Medford is hosting a Veterans Day lunch for all veterans at 1 p.m. today. The meal, featuring ham and all the fixings, will be prepared by Valerie Harris and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 45.
Thanksgiving Food Drive for Veterans
Medford Veterans Services and American Legion Post 45 have organized a Thanksgiving food drive to benefit 20 Medford veterans and their families. Donations of non-perishable foods and beverages are being accepted through November 19 at the following locations:
- Medford City Hall: at the Veterans Services office on the first floor and at the mayor's office on the second floor
- American Legion Post 45, which is at 321 Winthrop St.
- Medford Public Library at 111 High St.
Suggested items include:
- Stuffing and instant potatoes
- gravy, chicken broth, apple sauce, and soup
- canned vegetables
- crackers, peanut butter, and jelly
- cookies and pudding/jello packs
- tea bags, cocoa, instant coffee, and non-dairy creamer
Closed today in honor of Veterans Day
City Hall, the Senior Center, Medford Public Schools, Post Offices, most banks, and Medford Family Network are all closed today to mark the holiday. Most restaurants and grocery stores will be open, and there are a number of activities taking place. If in doubt, call ahead.
Happening today in Medford
If you have an event happening in Medford in the coming days, send the information to gottaknowmedford@gmail.com so we can add you to our calendar.
Medford Square Runners meet at 6:45 a.m. in front of Donuts with a Difference for a 5-6-mile run.
Sisters in Sweat Exercise Group at 9:30 a.m. at West Medford Community Center Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Walking and other self-led, low-impact activities for seniors.
Public skating at LoConte Rink from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop-in.
Storytime at Moon and Back Bookstore at 10:30 a.m. with local author Ellen Mayer and her granddaughter, who is a Medford student. Mayer's book is called "Flutter, Flap, Fly!" and it is illustrated by Estelle Corke.
Vinyl Night from 5 to 8 p.m. at Tamper Cafe.
Zumba for everyone at 5:45 p.m. at West Medford Community Center with certified instructor Maia Nicolas. No experience necessary.
Boston Frisbee Wednesday Nights Under the Lights from 6 to 8 p.m. at Tufts Park. Ultimate Frisbee game open to everyone, and nobody keeps score.
Medford Community Chorale rehearsals from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church Medford. Youth/Young Adult Chorus begins at 6 p.m. Full Chorus begins at 7 p.m No auditions required; the only requirement is a love of singing. New members are always welcome.
Trivia at the Ford Tavern from 7 to 9 p.m. From pop culture to sports, history to music. Prizes will be awarded.
Photo Explorers at 4:30 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford for children in grades 1-5. This session is one in a series. Registration required.
Press + Pull: Printmaking at 5 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford for children in grades 2-6. This session is one in a series. Registration required.
Live performances at Deep Cuts beginning at 7 p.m. with The Pentagram String Band, Doom Scroll, and Troll 2.
Country line dancing beginning at 7:30 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall. All ages and all levels welcome for instruction and open dance time.
In case you missed it
Karenna Keane interviewed members of the High School Student Advisory Committee about their efforts to add stops to the late-bus route and to increase ridership:
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