Communities across the Northwoods will gather to observe Veterans Day and honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. military.

Area veterans, their families and the public are invited to attend programs recognizing their service and sacrifices.

Scheduled observances include:

Eagle River — The Northland Pines School District will hold a Veterans Day program Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 9 a.m. in the Northland Pines Middle/High School fieldhouse, 1800 Pleasure Island Road.
Christ Lutheran School, 201 N Third St., will hold a Veterans Day program at 11 a.m. in the church sanctuary. Students and veterans will be speaking.

Three Lakes and Sugar Camp — Three Lakes American Legion Post 431, in conjunction with the Three Lakes School District, will hold a Veterans Day program Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. in the Three Lakes Junior/Senior High School auditorium, 6930 W. School St. The guest speaker will be retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Elisha Williams. The post also will participate in a program at 1:30 p.m. at Sugar Camp Elementary School, 4066 Camp Four Road.

The post’s annual Veterans Day dinner will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, 5:30–7 p.m. at the American Legion, 1795 Superior St. The menu will include lasagna, salad, garlic bread and dessert. Dinner is free for veterans and $15 for others. Tickets must be obtained by Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Legion bar during regular hours. The guest speaker will be Chris Pettis, director of The Highground Veterans Memorial Park. Music by Roger Brisk will follow dinner.

Phelps — The School District of Phelps will hold a Veterans Day program Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 10:15 a.m. in the school’s big gym, 4451 Old School Road, under the direction of Megan Mielke. The program will feature a presentation of colors by VFW-AMVETS Post 8400 of Land O’ Lakes, student musical and choral performances under the direction of music teacher Lisa Duquaine, readings by secondary students and an address by guest speaker Darren Doss. Veterans and community members are invited to enjoy coffee and doughnuts before the program and lunch with students in the commons area afterward.

The UCC Congregational Church, 2303 Highway 17, will hold its annual Veterans Day program Sunday, Nov. 8, at 9 a.m. during its regular worship service. This year’s program will honor veterans and highlight the history, training, service and sacrifice of military war dogs. The public is invited to attend. Donations will benefit the Warrior Dog Foundation and Patriot K9s of Wisconsin. A free breakfast will follow the service.

Land O’ Lakes — Land O’ Lakes Elementary School will host a Veterans Day program Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 1:30 p.m. in the school gymnasium, 6485 Town Hall Road.

St. Germain — St. Germain Elementary School will hold a Veterans Day program Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 2 p.m. in the school gymnasium, 8234 Highway 70.

Manitowish Waters — The North Lakeland School District will host a Veterans Day program Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 10:30–11 a.m. in the school gymnasium, 12686 Highway K. Veterans are invited to stay after the program for a complimentary Thanksgiving lunch in the school cafeteria.

Rhinelander — The 56th annual Veterans Day observance will be held Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 8:30 a.m. in the James Williams Middle School gymnasium, 915 Acacia Lane. The hourlong program will feature guest speakers and music provided by the school’s music department.