MEDIA ADVISORY

Veterans Day Ceremony in Topock/Golden Shores Honors Heroes & Inspires Youth

WHAT:
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post and Auxiliary 6306 will host a Veterans Day Ceremony to honor the commitment and sacrifices of all who have served. The event will feature a special program recognizing veterans and include local youth participation in patriotic activities.

WHO:
• Guest Speaker: Sr. Vice Commander Brit “Deuce” Brandt will address the importance of youth engagement in supporting veterans, drawing from her own experiences.
• Topock Elementary School Choir: Will perform “You’re a Grand Old Flag.”
• Local Students: Winners of the 2025 Patriotic Art Contest will be announced. The winning artwork, selected by community veterans, will be printed on T-shirts for all Topock Elementary School students. This marks the third year of the contest, celebrating youth involvement in Veterans Day recognition.

WHEN:
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

WHERE:
Mohave Desert Veterans Memorial & VFW Post 6306 in Topock/Golden Shores, AZ

DETAILS:
Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and enjoy the ceremony. Following the program, the community is invited to join the local VFW Post 6306 for food and entertainment.

Media Coverage Requested:
Potential interviews with event organizers, veterans, and contest participants will be available.

For further questions, please contact Annie Tuttle at annietuttle909@gmail.com or (909) 273-8241.