The community is invited to come together on Wednesday, Nov. 11, to celebrate and honor those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Reminder: RSVP for breakfast by Nov. 6 by calling the Chelsea Senior Center at 734-475-9242.
Veterans Day in Chelsea
8 a.m. Reveille at Veterans Park
The day begins at 8 a.m. with a reveille presented by American Legion Herbert J. McKune Post 31, along with coffee and donuts, at Veterans Park, 5825 Sibley Road. All are welcome, and no registration is required.
9 to 10:30 a.m. Breakfast and Tribute Program at Chelsea Senior Center: Open to the Community (registration required)
The community breakfast and Veterans Day tribute program follows from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Chelsea Senior Center, 512 Washington St. Breakfast is free for veterans, their families, and everyone in the community, courtesy of the City of Chelsea. Space is limited.
Register by Friday, Nov. 6 for the free community breakfast and tribute program by calling 734-475-9242.
This year’s tribute will include musical performances by the Chelsea High School Band, Choir, and Theatre Guild. Beach Middle School students whose writing was chosen by Senior Center volunteers will share their “Letters to a Veteran.” The program will feature keynote speaker John Sickler, a local historian, who will share the stories of three Chelsea residents who earned Medals of Honor during the Civil War.
The tribute honors those who have served and continue to serve. It is hosted by American Legion Herbert J. McKune Post 31, the Chelsea Senior Center, the City of Chelsea, and the Chelsea School District.
Related: Veterans, Families, and Community Invited to Veterans Day Tribute and Free Breakfast Nov. 11 (Oct. 12, 2026)
Thanks to the Chelsea Senior Center for the information in this story.
