Veterans to be honored at American Legion ceremony in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 will host a Veterans Day program on Thursday, the 11th of November at 11:00 a.m. at their Hall location of 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.

The ceremony will be held rain or shine and will move indoors in the case of inclement weather.

Entertainment for the event will be provided by Davin Kangas and Jill. Maria will be on the bagpipes and the Girl Scouts will be handing out flags.*

There will be noted speakers and local dignitaries including the police, fire, and sheriffs departments, city council, the county supervisor, and the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Chewy will have his Tacos Porfavor Catering Truck there and cake and coffee will be there for those with a sweet tooth.

On Tuesday, November 9 at 9:00 a.m. flags will be placed on the gravesites of all veterans at Happy Homestead. Anyone who would like to help is welcome.

Monica Porter and Sandy McKnight of the American Legion Post 795 Auxillary have decorated the display cases in the entrance to the South Lake Tahoe Library. The display is to celebrate veterans, Sons of The American Legion, and the American Legion Post 795 Auxiliary. The display will be there through December.

The American Legion appreciates the community's support and looks forward to welcoming them on November 11.

Additionally, to answer any questions you may have or find out your eligibility through a Vet to become a future American Legion member, please contact American Legion and Auxiliary leadership: Bob St. D'Angello (775)588-1295, Carol Olivas (530)544-1306, or Wayne McKnight (530)318-3358.

*Information provided earlier was incorrect. Mr. Kangas is not a veteran.