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The flag was raised at the American Legion during the November 12 Veteran’s Day Ceremony.
On Monday, November 12, Shelter Island celebrated Veterans Day with a ceremony at the American Legion Mitchell Post 281 in the Center.
MARTIN BURKE PHOTO Dawn Monday at Coecles Harbor.
Monday will be bright and sunny with a high temperature of 51 degrees, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Winds will be calm from the southwest at 5 to 8 mph. (more…)
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The flag at the Legion standing tall on last year’s Veterans Day.
A complete list of Shelter Island Veterans Day Ceremonies on November 12, 2018. (more…)
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EVENTS
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Cell phones for soldiers, in honor of Veterans Day drop off used cell phones at FIT Center for program that recycles them and provides pre-paid calling cards for soldiers. Open 6 a.m. to noon and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Veterans Day bus trip, to Long Island Aquarium for students in grades K-8. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Youth Center. Bring a bag lunch. $30 ($33 non-residents). (631) 749-0309. (more…)
BOB DeSTEFANO PHOTO A teacher and her student remember Veterans Day with a letter to the editor.
Students honor veterans
To the Editor:
As well as being the K-12 art teacher at the Shelter Island School, I have the privilege of teaching 6th through 8th graders their state-mandated course on home and careers.
We frequently enjoy many sewing projects, and, of course, the students love to cook. At this time of year, I ask the students to pause their activities and write a thank you note to a veteran. (more…)