Veterans breakfast is Saturday
Regular attendees at the monthly breakfasts are, from left, Elmo Blevins and Claude Martin, both World War II and Korean War veterans, and U.S. Air Force veteran David Brubaker. (photo:Submitted )
The chow line opens at 8:30 a.m. and there will be a brief program at 9 a.m. honoring veterans.
This month’s breakfast, hosted by Anderson County citizens, is sponsored by Ray Varner Ford, and the doughnuts are provided by County Commissioner Josh Anderson.
These breakfasts are held to recognize and honor local veterans and their families for their service to the United States.
Many generous donors are also recognized for providing door prizes, including a monthly gift card donated by the East Tennessee Foundation for Women Veterans.
Anderson County residents and community volunteers are working together to make the breakfasts 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.
The city of Clinton is recognized as a special sponsor for hosting the monthly location and setup.
Breakfasts
coming up:
• June 13 is sponsored by Ray Varner Ford.
• July 11 is sponsored by Apple Blossom Cafe.
• Aug. 8 is sponsored by Stephen McNally.
• Sept. 12 is sponsored by Alexander Guest House.
• Oct. 10 is sponsored by Wisdom Insurance Network.
In honor of America’s 250th Birthday, July’s breakfast will be held in the Community Center gymnasium to accommodate additional entertainment.
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 Frank at 865-310-4097.
