Dutchess County Hosts Veterans Day War Memorial Ceremony
Highlights Slate of Local Veterans Day Events
Poughkeepsie… To honor and show appreciation to veterans, Dutchess County Executive William F.X. O’Neil and Adam Roche, Director the Dutchess County Division of Veterans’ Services, encourage residents to attend the County’s Veterans Day ceremony at the Dutchess County War Memorial on Saturday, November 11th at 11 a.m. The Dutchess County War Memorial is located at John K. Rinaldi Memorial Park at the intersection of Raymond Avenue and Main Street in the Town of Poughkeepsie.
The event will gather local veterans from several eras and will include an invocation, benediction, presentation of colors, and wreath presentation. The keynote speaker, Virgil Capollari, US Air Force Veteran and Dutchess County Veterans Advisory Committee Chair, will offer remarks.
County Executive O’Neil said, “Veterans Day is a profound day as we honor and cherish our nation’s heroes for their brave and benevolent efforts. I acknowledge and thank my fellow veterans and will continue to work hard to make sure the needs of veterans are met in Dutchess County. There are many Veterans Day events throughout the County, and I encourage all residents to take time to recognize the men and women that have fought to protect our freedoms.”
Veterans Day is a national holiday intended to be a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and their service. Local municipalities throughout Dutchess County will also host Veterans Day ceremonies to honor and remember those who sacrificed so much.
The Dutchess County Division of Veterans Services reached out to local municipalities and community organizations and has compiled a listing of events taking place on or around Veterans Day. The event listing follows below with contact information provided for additional inquiries.
2023 Veterans Day Community Observances
(Based on information provided by municipalities and community organizations.)
Listed by date, then alphabetically by municipality.
Amenia/Dover Plains:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Fountain Square, intersection of 343, 44 and 22, Amenia
Hosted by: VFW Post #5444, and Dover Plains
Point of Contact: Vicki Doyle @ 845-489-7826
Beacon:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 413 Main St., Beacon
Hosted by: VFW Post # 666
Point of Contact: Harold Delamater @ 845-337-6509
Town of Fishkill:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Town of Fishkill War Memorial, 801 RT 52
Hosted by: Town of Fishkill Veteran’s Committee
Point of Contact: Virgil Capollari @ 845-394-3115
Village of Fishkill:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Village Hall, 1095 Main St.
Hosted by: Village of Fishkill
Point of Contact: Pam Ruyack @ 845-897-4430
Hopewell Jct.:
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 @ 8:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: John Jay High School, 2012 Route 52
Hosted by: American Legion Post 1758
Hopewell Jct.:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 7:00 AM
Flag Display
Location: 799 Rte 82, Hopewell Junction
Hosted by: American Legion Post 1758
Point of Contact: Jim Reynolds @ 845-221-7273
Hyde Park:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 10:45 AM
Ceremony
Location: Hyde Park Town Hall & Hyde Park War Memorial
Hosted by: American Legion Post # 1303
Point of Contact: Michael Athanas @ 845-233-5999
Town of Milan:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Milan Town Hall
Hosted by: Milan Veterans’ Committee
Point of Contact: Supervisor @ 845-758-5133 Ext. 2
Millbrook:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Veterans Green
Hosted by: Millbrook VFW Post # 9008
Point of Contact: Jeff Moseman @ (845) 505-4336
Millerton:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Veterans Park, at the intersection of Main Street and Dutchess Ave
Hosted by: Millerton American Legion Post #178
Point of Contact: Sean M. Klay @ 518-929-3624
Pine Plains:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: 9 North Main Street
Hosted by: AL Post #426 and VFW Post #5519
Point of Contact: Robert Clinch @ 518-821-7450
Town of Poughkeepsie:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony & Laying of Wreath
Location: Dutchess County War Memorial, Raymond Ave & Main Street
Hosted by: Dutchess County Veterans’ Services
Point of Contact: Paige Walag @ 845-486-2060
Red Hook:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Red Hook Veterans Memorial Park, North Broadway, Red Hook
Hosted by: VFW Post #7765
Point of Contact: William Moore @ 845-758-6212
Rhinebeck:
Thursday, November 9, 2023 @ 8:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Bulkeley Middle School
Hosted by: Bulkeley Middle School, 45 N. Park Road
Point of Contact: Dennis McGuire @ 845-656-1839
Rhinebeck:
Friday, November 10, 2023 @ 9:30 AM
Color Guard
Location: Northern Dutchess Hospital
Hosted by: Northern Dutchess Hospital
Point of Contact: Dennis McGuire @ 845-656-1839
Friday, November 10, 2023 @ 1:00 PM
Ceremony
Location: Baptist Home, 46 Brookmeade Drive
Hosted by: Baptist Home
Point of Contact: Dennis McGuire @ 845-656-1839
Rhinebeck:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Rhinebeck Cemetery, corner of Route 9 South and Mill Road
Hosted by: Women’s Auxiliary & Montgomery American Legion Post #429
Point of Contact: Dennis McGuire @ 845-656-1839
Rhinebeck:
Sunday, November 12, 2023 @ 12:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 371 Wurtemburg Road
Hosted by: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Point of Contact: Dennis McGuire @ 845-656-1839
Village of Tivoli:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Legion Post #524, 88 Broadway, Tivoli
Hosted by: Harris Smith American Legion Post #524
Point of Contact: Harold Ramsey @ 845-453-7403
Town of Wappinger:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 1:00 PM
Ceremony
Location: Town Hall, 20 Middlebush Road, Wappinger Falls
Hosted by: Town of Wappinger Recreation Department
Point of Contact: Jessica Fulton @ 845-297-3670
Village of Wappingers Falls:
Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
Ceremony
Location: Major Joseph McDonald MIA/POW Park, East Main St., Wappingers Falls
Hosted by: American Legion Post #427 & VFW Post #5913
Point of Contact: John M. Karge @ 845-489-5899
