Across Davie County, Veterans serve as powerful symbols of courage, resilience, and selfless service. They are our family members, friends, neighbors, and coworkers—ordinary people who performed extraordinary acts in defense of our nation’s freedom. This November, our community will come together to recognize and celebrate these heroes through a series of heartfelt events and tributes, offering everyone the opportunity to express gratitude and honor their service in the U.S. armed forces.
Davie County Schools to Host Special Events to Honor Our Veterans
Davie County’s schools are hosting special events to honor our Veterans. Please see the listing below:
- November 7, 8:15 a.m. – William Ellis Middle School – gym – Assembly honoring community Veterans, followed by breakfast in the media center. Veterans wishing to attend can RSVP by calling the school at (336) 998-2007.
- November 7, 8:30 a.m. – Pinebrook Elementary – cafeteria – Breakfast in the cafeteria dining room, followed by an opportunity for Veterans to share their stories and experiences with our students by class or grade level. We are grateful to those who are comfortable speaking and helping our students gain a deeper appreciation for their service.
- November 7, 8:30 a.m. – North Davie – gym – Celebration honoring Veterans followed by a brunch reception.
- November 7, 9 a.m. – South Davie – gym – An assembly honoring community veterans will feature songs, band performances, and words of gratitude from student house leaders. During “Marches of the Armed Forces,” Veterans will be recognized and invited to stand as their branch’s song is played. Following the assembly, Veterans and guests are invited to the media center for refreshments.
- November 10, 9 a.m. – William R. Davie Elementary – gym – WRD will host a Veterans Day Program to honor and celebrate local Veterans with songs, performances, and special recognitions. All students and staff will participate through music, art, and messages of appreciation, with everyone encouraged to wear red, white, and blue. Veterans will be seated in a place of honor during the program and will be welcomed to enjoy refreshments and fellowship in the media center afterward. The event will feature schoolwide songs, grade-level performances, and displays of handmade cards and posters created to express gratitude for our Veterans’ service.
- November 10, 9:30 a.m. – Cornatzer Elementary School – The school will host a Veterans Drive-Through from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. in the car line, with participation from all grade levels. A slideshow honoring veterans connected to students will also be shared on the school’s website and Facebook page.
- November 10, 1:30 p.m. – Mocksville Elementary – Mocksville Elementary School would like to invite Veterans in the community to a DRIVE-THROUGH Veterans Day Parade. If you are a Veteran and able to attend, please make plans to join us as we honor your service to our country. To participate, complete the Google Form linked below by Monday, November 3rd, so we will know to expect you.
On the day of the parade, please enter from Main Street onto Cemetery Street. Someone will be at the school to help you line up and direct you through the route, which will exit back onto Cemetery Street. Our entire school will be waiting along the “parade route” to show our appreciation!
If you have any questions, please contact Mocksville Elementary School at 336-751-2740. We can’t wait to celebrate you! Please respond by Monday, Nov 3rd, 2025. Use this link to sign up.
- November 10, 1 p.m. – Cooleemee Elementary – main staff parking lot – Students will perform and celebrate with songs and poems in the CES parking lot for Veterans Day. Bring a chair or choose to stand. If the weather does not permit outside, we will move to the gym.
- November 12, 8:30 a.m. – Shady Grove Elementary – cafeteria – Veterans are invited to a celebration featuring a chorus performance, a color guard, and breakfast provided by Redland Church.
Lambert Funeral Home Hosts Veterans Day Observance on November 11
Lambert Funeral Home will host a Veterans Day program on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 10 a.m. in its chapel at 635 Wilkesboro Street. Refreshments will follow, and attendees are invited to continue the celebration at the Honor Tree lighting downtown.
Town of Mocksville Commemorates Veterans Day with Honor Tree Lighting on November 11
To commemorate Veterans Day, the Town of Mocksville will dedicate a “Tree of Honor” in Main Street Park to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes. The lighting ceremony will take place on November 11 at 11:11 a.m., and the tree will remain aglow as a reminder of their courage throughout the holiday season.
Eaton Funeral Service Hosts Veterans’ Picnic & Celebration on November 11
Eaton Funeral Service will honor our Veterans and their families with a heartfelt picnic and celebration on November 11 from noon to 2 p.m. This special event is a tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country, offering an afternoon of camaraderie, gratitude, and community spirit.
Veterans and their families can enjoy a complimentary lunch, lively fellowship, and the musical talents of Mona Jo and Friends, creating a warm and festive atmosphere to celebrate and connect. It’s an opportunity to come together, share stories, and show appreciation for our local heroes.
Eaton Funeral Service is proud to support Veterans and their families and invites them to their location at 325 North Main Street in Mocksville for this meaningful celebration.
Honor Our Heroes with the Mocksville Tribute Tree — Donate by Fri. November 7th!
This holiday season, a dazzling “Tribute Tree” will shine brightly in Mocksville’s Main Street Park, honoring those who serve or have served to protect our freedom. Join us for the lighting ceremony on November 11th at 11:11 a.m., and watch the tree glow in tribute all season long!
For just $1.50, you can place a U.S. flag on the Tribute Tree representing a designated service person. All proceeds support the Davie County Heroes Fund, providing services to our local Veterans.
How to Participate:
- Online & In-Person Contributions: Make checks payable to the Town of Mocksville, or complete your form and pay online.
- Find Donation Forms: Pick up a form at Mocksville Town Hall.
- Mail-in Option: To honor a service member, download the Tree of Honor Donation Form and mail it (or bring it by Town Hall) with your contribution of $1.50 or more to:
- Town of Mocksville
- 171 S. Clement Street
- Mocksville, NC 27028
To ensure your honoree’s name appears in the Davie County Enterprise and on the Town of Mocksville website, we must receive your completed, legible forms by Friday, November 7th.
Supply Collection for NC State Veterans Home
Davie County Senior Services will host a collection of toiletry items for the NC State Veterans Home in Salisbury as part of its ongoing commitment to our Veterans. Items collected will include soap, tissues, electric and manual razors, baby oil, deodorant, puzzles, etc. Please remember that all items must be alcohol-free, and the facility houses both male and female residents.
Drop off your items at Senior Services, 278 Meroney Street, Mocksville, by Thursday, November 6th.
Let’s show our support for the Veterans in this facility who so faithfully served our country.
Shine a Light for Our Heroes: Join Davie County in “Operation Green Light” to Support Local Veterans!
This November, let’s show our veterans that we stand with them. Davie County Veterans Services invites everyone to participate in “Operation Green Light,” a simple yet powerful gesture that speaks volumes. All it takes is swapping one light bulb in your home for a green one. Choose a spot that shines brightly—think porch lights, landscape lighting, or interior lamps visible from the outside—and let it glow green as a beacon of appreciation.
What is Operation Green Light?
This national movement, spearheaded by the National Association of Counties (NACo), is dedicated to honoring our Veterans, raising awareness of the unique challenges they face, and connecting them with crucial resources at the county, state, and federal levels. It’s a reminder that Veterans are not only remembered but supported in every community.
Get Your Green Light Locally!
Davie County Veterans Services has partnered with local businesses to make participation easy. Visit Caudell Lumber in Mocksville, Heritage True Value Hardware in Cooleemee, or Steelman’s Ace Hardware in Bermuda Run to pick up your green bulb.
For more details on Operation Green Light and to discover the support available to Veterans in Davie County, contact Davie County Veterans Services at 336-753-6225. Together, let’s shine a light of gratitude for those who served.
Monthly Veterans Social
Veterans are invited to attend the monthly Veterans Social for a time of socializing and refreshments. Hosted by Davie County Senior Services, Veterans Services, and Trellis, this event is held on the first Thursday of each month.
The Origins of Veterans Day
Veterans Day began as “Armistice Day” on November 11, 1919, marking the first anniversary of the end of World War I. In 1926, Congress passed a resolution establishing it as an annual observance, and in 1938, November 11 became a national holiday. In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower officially renamed the holiday Veterans Day, broadening its scope to honor all U.S. Veterans.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs notes that while Memorial Day honors fallen soldiers, Veterans Day is dedicated to expressing gratitude to all Veterans, particularly those still living, who served honorably during war or peacetime.