The week of November 4-11 is Veterans Week in the City of Yorkton and in light of that fact a number of special events have been slated.
Comrade Peter Wyatt was on hand at Monday evening's regular meeting of Yorkton City Council to share details and ask that the upcoming week be officially proclaimed.
"2012 is another year where we have a chance to say thank you to those many men and women who bravely gave of themselves to give us the opportunities and freedoms we have today," he spoke. "Remembrance Day is a very important day for all Legion Veterans and members. We would like as many citizens of Yorkton to join us and share in our Veterans remembrances and to celebrate the freedoms they gave us."
In addition to a flag of remembrance flying at City Hall during the week, a number of events have been planned.
Poppy Tag Day begins October 27 with Cadets, Scouts and Cubs actively selling poppies in the community. Wreath sales begin Friday, October 26 with members of the legion going to local businesses to sell wreaths. If your business gets missed and you would like a wreath, call the legion. On Sunday, November 4, beginning at 11 a.m. a church parade will be held for all veterans at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church located at 165 2nd Avenue North. All are welcome. Beginning Tuesday, November 6, Veteran Color Parties will be visiting Yorkton schools and nursing homes and on Sunday, November 11 starting at 10:30 a.m., a special Remembrance Day Parade and services will be held at the Farrell Agencies Arena. This event will be followed by refreshments at the legion where all are welcome and then a dinner where the legion pipe band will provide entertainment. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased by November 8.
For more information call the legion at 783-9789.
