List: Veterans Day ceremonies, events in central Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Tuesday marks Veterans Day, observed annually on Nov. 11. The federal holiday honors those who have served or are currently serving with the United States Armed Forces.

Communities across central Ohio are recognizing and thanking those military veterans with events and more. See the list of area events below.

National Veterans Memorial and Museum

300 West Broad St. at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday
• MILVETS Veterans Day Rally: A free event featuring entertainment, a free meal and Veteran-related vendors at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum, showing appreciation for those who have served to protect this great nation. Activities for all ages, including Santa Claus’ first appearance in Columbus and Veterans recording their stories and donating to “Toys for Tots.”

300 West Broad St. at 11 a.m. on Tuesday
• Veterans Day National Ceremony: Actor Matthew Modine is the ceremony's keynote speaker. The NVMM is currently hosting Modine’s exhibition, titled “Matthew Modine’s Full Metal Jacket Diary,” a collection of photographs he captured during the filming of the 1987 Vietnam War film classic. The Veterans Day ceremony is free, but advance registration is required. There will be a meet-and-greet opportunity with Modine following the ceremony. Admission to the meet-and-greet is $10.

Delaware

Delaware County Fairgrounds Agricultural Center at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday
• The 16th annual breakfast and ceremony features a presentation of “The U.S.S. Squalus & the Diving Bell,” as well as special recognitions for the Veteran of the Year and the Friend of the Veteran of the Year.

Dublin

Dublin Veterans Park, 77 N. High St., 11 a.m. on Tuesday
Veterans Day Ceremony: The event honors all men and women who served our country and their dedication to our freedom. The ceremony will include remarks from veteran Jeff Noble, Council Member John Reiner, keynote speaker Stacia Naquin, and music by Sells Middle School students. In the event of inclement weather, the event will move to the Sells Middle School gymnasium.

Gahanna

Veterans Memorial Park, 73 W Johnstown Road, Gahanna, 11 a.m. on Tuesday
• Veterans Day Ceremony: A heartfelt Veterans Day Ceremony honoring the brave men and women who have served in our nation's armed forces. The event will feature speeches, patriotic music, and a moment of silence to reflect on their sacrifice and service.

Grove City

Town Center Park, 3359 Park St., 11 a.m. on Tuesday
• Veterans Day service hosted by the American Legion Paschall Post #164 and Veterans of Foreign Wars 8198.
• The Grove City Welcome Center and Museum is open 10 a.m. to noon.
• Open house at the American Legion Hall, 3363 McDowell Road.

Powell

Downtown Powell, 47 Hall Street at 9 a.m. on Monday
• 9 a.m.: The public is welcome to join the Powell Veterans Committee at the Powell Cemetery to place new American flags at Veteran gravesites in honor of Veterans Day.
• Noon: A luncheon for veterans and their families will follow the ceremony.

Westerville

Veteran's Memorial, 325 N. Cleveland Ave., Westerville, 7:15 a.m. on Tuesday
• Sunrise Wreath Laying Ceremony: Join fellow veterans and community members to remember and honor all who have served.

Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel 409 Altair Parkway, Westerville, 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday
• Veterans Breakfast: Celebrate and honor heroes from the community. Tickets are available for purchase for $15 at the Westerville Community Center (350 N. Cleveland Ave.). Veterans who show valid identification will receive free tickets at the same location.