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Veteran’s Appreciation Day 2025: A Thanksgiving of Praise Celebration

Why We Gather

Veteran’s Appreciation Day isn’t just a ceremony — it’s a sacred moment of remembrance, gratitude, and unity. On Saturday, November 22, 2025, we’ll come together as a community to honor those who served, those who sacrificed, and those who continue to stand in the gap for others.

This year’s theme, “Thanksgiving of Praise,” reminds us that freedom is never free — and gratitude is more than a feeling. It’s a response. A calling. A celebration of lives lived in service to something greater.

🎖️ Who We Honor

This event is dedicated to:

Veterans who served with courage and conviction
Active Military who continue to defend our freedoms
Gold Star Families who carry the legacy of loved ones lost in service
First Responders who gave their lives protecting our communities

We will also recognize local heroes — first responders from our region who were killed in the line of duty. Their names will be spoken. Their stories will be remembered.

🎤 What to Expect

Guest speakers from across the community
Live music by Dennis Calmes and his daughter Jennifer
A keynote speaker to be announced soon
A free meal for all in attendance — because fellowship is part of healing

This is a family-friendly event with space for reflection, celebration, and connection. Whether you’re a veteran, a family member, or simply someone who wants to say thank you — you belong here.

📍 Event Details

Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Oaks Pavilion Park, Government Street, Denham Springs, LA (Next to the Livingston Parish Senior Citizen Office)

As you look at the two pictures above, the first one is the pavilion, we will celebrate our hero’s. The second one is the park across a street from the pavilion where we will put out over 3,000 flags to honor our Veteran’s, Military and First responders. These flags will start going up the of November 10. They will stay up for two weeks to honor our hero’s They we will in park at the corner of river road and Government Street in Denham Springs, La

🙌 Come Join Us

Bring your family. Invite a neighbor. Help us fill the park with love, gratitude, and praise.

We remember. We honor. We stand together ,— for those who gave all, and those who carry on.

🌟 Why It Matters

In a world that moves fast and forgets easily, this day is our chance to pause. To remember. To honor. To give thanks.

We believe in the power of community. We believe in the strength of shared stories. And we believe that when we stand together — across generations, backgrounds, and beliefs — we become stronger, kinder, and more united.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We have answers for you.

2024 Veteran's Day Event Highlights

2024 was the second year after covid, we had over 400 quests at this celebration, food, Music, speakers and a lots of fellowship. Below is a few pictures of last years event. The flags were donation by BLue Star Moms because of my son Ryan McCurdy

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