Summerville Veterans Day Parade And Luncheon Set For November 11

The City of Summerville is inviting veterans and the community to take part in a Veterans Day parade and luncheon on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

The Veterans Day parade will begin at 10 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, also known as Dowdy Park, in downtown Summerville. Participants are asked to assemble at 9:30 a.m.

The parade will travel from Veterans Memorial Park to Commerce Street before returning to the park.

Golf carts and vehicles will be available for veterans who would like to participate but prefer not to walk the parade route.

Following the parade, veterans are invited to a special luncheon at the Chattooga County Memorial Home beginning at 11:45 a.m.

The City of Summerville encourages residents to come out and show their appreciation for the sacrifices and service of local veterans.

The annual observance provides an opportunity for the community to recognize those who have served their country and thank them for their dedication and commitment.

Annual Vietnam Veterans Lunch Set For Friday In Summerville

The annual Vietnam Veterans Lunch will be held Friday, March 27, 2026, at noon at the Chattooga County Memorial Home, located at 818 Memorial Drive in Summerville.

All veterans who served at any post around the world during the Vietnam era from 1955 through 1975, along with their families, are encouraged to attend. Organizers say the event will provide an opportunity for fellowship, food, and time with fellow veterans and friends.

Widows of Vietnam-era veterans and their families are also invited as special guests. During the program, widows will be honored with a Certificate of Appreciation from the federal government, along with an Honor Certificate from the State of Georgia in memory of their husbands’ service.

Program speakers will include Georgia VFW State Commander Bill Miles and Commander Justin Hill of the United States Navy Reserve. Sunday, March 29, is National Vietnam War Veterans Day, a time set aside to thank Vietnam veterans and their families for their service, sacrifice, and dedication.

Annual Vietnam Veterans Lunch Set for March 27 in Chattooga County

The Annual Vietnam Veterans Lunch will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 12 noon at the Chattooga County Memorial Home, ahead of National Vietnam War Veterans Day on Sunday, March 29, 2026. Organizers say the luncheon will include a brief program to honor those who served during the Vietnam era.

All veterans who served during the Vietnam era, defined as November 1, 1955, through May 15, 1975, are invited to attend with their families, whether they served in-country or at posts around the world. Spouses of Vietnam-era veterans who have passed away are also invited as special guests.

The program will also recognize widows and widowers whose spouse served during the Vietnam era and has since passed away. Organizers encourage them to sign up for an Honor Certificate so their loved one’s service can be formally recognized.

To sign up for an Honor Certificate, call Kim Snow at the Chattooga County Extension Service at 706-857-0744 by Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Callers should be prepared to provide the military information needed for the Georgia Department of Veterans Service to print the certificate.

The event is hosted by VFW Post 6688, its Auxiliary, and local volunteers. For more information, call Barbara Reece at 706-857-8478 or Odell Anderson at 706-397-2394.

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