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The Town of Clayton will honor our nation's heroes with a special Veterans Recognition Ceremony at The Clayton Center, located at 111 E Second St., on Monday, November 2 at 5:00 p.m. This event also marks the launch of Operation Green Light in Clayton, a week-long tribute to our veterans running from November 2-11.GUEST SPEAKER:
This year’s guest speaker is retired US Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer, Andrew Bond. He has over 20 years of service and is currently the Naval Science Instructor with the Clayton High School NJROTC.
This year’s ceremony will also include the Presentation of Colors by the American Legion Post 71, a National Anthem performance, an Amazing Grace bagpipe performance by the Wake & District Piper Band, and a Drill Exhibition by Clayton High School’s Navy JROTC.
OPERATION GREEN LIGHT:
Let’s light up our community in support of the brave men and women who have served our nation. In conjunction with the ceremony, the Town of Clayton is launching Operation Green Light, an initiative to support and recognize veterans. From November 2-11, residents and businesses are encouraged to display green lights as a symbol of appreciation.
Starting Oct. 26, free green light bulbs will be available for pick-up at the following locations:
• Clayton Town Hall - 111 E Second St.
• The Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library - 100 S Church St
• The Clayton Community Center - 715 Amelia Church Rd
Bulbs are available while supplies last. One bulb per household or business, please.
How to Participate in Operation Green Light
• Pick up your FREE green light bulb at any location above starting October 26th
• Install the green light bulb in a visible place in your home or business.
• Keep it shining bright all week (Nov. 2-11) to honor our veterans.
Share this event and spread the word to make Operation Green Light for Veterans a tremendous success. Together, let’s show our veterans they are seen, appreciated, and supported.
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