Veterans breakfast will be this Saturday
Gwen Cole, president of Clinch River Quilts of Valor, presents to Tennessee Commissioner of Veterans Services Tommy H. Baker a quilt in recognition of his service. Baker retired from the Tennessee National Guard with 41 years of service prior to his role as commissioner, and was the special guest speaker at the May 10 Anderson County Veterans Breakfast.
The chow line opens at 8:30 a.m. and there will be a brief program at 9 a.m. honoring veterans, in addition to recognizing Flag Day.
All the veterans breakfasts will recognize and honor local veterans and their families for their service to the United States.
This month’s event is sponsored by Ray Varner Ford. Wendy Maness is June’s doughnut sponsor. Many generous donors are also recognized for providing regular monthly door prizes.
Anderson County residents and community volunteers are working together to make the breakfast a free monthly event that will allow veterans of all ages and branches to fellowship and share stories together.
Veterans are welcome to bring spouses, family, or friends with them.
The City of Clinton is recognized as a special sponsor for hosting the monthly location and set up. Local media are especially recognized for their role in letting veterans know about the breakfast each month.
Breakfasts
coming up:
• July 12 is sponsored by Clinch River Home Healthcare.
• Aug. 9 is sponsored by CNS Cares.
• Sept. 13 is sponsored by American Legion Post 172.
• Nov. 8 is sponsored by Friends of U.S. Military Families, Inc. along with Roger and Judy Kelly.
To learn more, e-mail VeteransofAndersonCounty@gmail.com, or visit Facebook and search for Veterans Appreciation Breakfast – Anderson County.
Anyone interested in sponsoring one of the breakfasts should contact Terry at 865-310-4097.
