Heroes Day will salute veterans

Veterans and first responders will be recognized during the second annual Heroes Day at Grand Valley State University, November 8, before the Laker Football team takes on the Tiffin Dragons.

The event, sponsored by WGVU Engage and Grand Valley Athletics, will include several family friendly activities from 1-4 p.m. in the Kelly Family Sports Center on the Allendale Campus, as well as performances by the GVSU Laker Marching Band and the GVSU Cheer Team.

Participants can see military displays, vehicles and a medal of honor tribute; explore the LZ Michigan Vietnam Big Map; view a screening of “Navy SEALs: Their Untold Story;” and meet the Cat in the Hat and Hooper from PBS Kids.

The event includes free food and admission to the football game for veterans, first responders and their families by emailing [email protected].

Other sponsors include Spartan/Nash, Uniform Color Company, Rowerdink Inc., PBS Stories of Service and We Are Veterans.


 

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