The Wall of Remembrance, showcasing the names of veterans who served in various wars, has been traveling throughout the community since the Veterans Day Celebration last year.

October 26, 2007 - North Colonie’s community veterans—both living and deceased—who served in war in all ranks and branches of service, will be recognized during North Colonie Central School District’s sixth annual Veterans Day Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. in the Shaker High School Auditorium.
 

The Wall of Remembrance, which was unveiled during last year’s celebration, will return from a year-long tour throughout the community. The Wall showcases the names of veterans who served in various wars, including the Great War and the current conflict in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Wall traveled within the school district, the Town of Colonie, and throughout the State Capitol building in the Executive Chamber, Albany County Executive Michael Breslin's office, Senator Neil Breslin's office and Assemblyman Reilly's office. Prior to its return to North Colonie, it was hosted by the Times Union Newspaper Plaza.
 

This year's program will feature keynote speaker Brigadier General Michael Swezey, a presentation about a local community veteran and his reunion with a fellow soldier in Iwo Jima, musical selections from the vocal ensemble and chamber players of Shaker High School, The Siena College Army ROTC Battalion serving as honor guard, The Albany Pipe and Drum Band and the World of Difference Co-Chairs—Christie Chenot, Stephanie June, Lea Kananis, Michael Kowalchyk, Randy Miller and John Millock—serving as masters of ceremonies.
 

This free event is open to the entire North Colonie community.

If you have any questions, please contact the annual event coordinator Daniel Weaver in the Shaker High School Social Studies Department at 518-785-5511, ext. 3620 or dweaver@ncolonie.org.