Support Veterans this Veterans Day in Lehigh Valley

U.S. Navy & U.S. Army

327 Broadway St., Bethlehem, PA 18105

1247 Simon Blvd n108, Easton, PA 18042​

When Emmaus High School alumnus Jordan Serulneck returned home from six years in the U.S. Navy, he noticed something missing in Lehigh Valley: an indoor/outdoor beer garden-style brewery, a place marrying community, music, food, family and, of course, beer. In December 2016 he teamed up with home-brewer and Salisbury High School grad Josh Divers for what has become Seven Sirens Brewing Co. on SouthSide Bethlehem. Those two brought on Freedom High School alumnus Aaron Nelson, who was born and raised on SouthSide, after leaving the U.S. Army in a wheelchair, his back broken in four places in Afghanistan.

It's 'The beer that sings to you' as the "seven" in Seven Sirens refers to the brewery's offering of seven flagship beers, featuring a cream ale, saison, session, and New England-style IPAs, brown ale, porter, and imperial stout. "Sirens" pays homage to the mermaids of Greek mythology who would sing on rocky shoals and lure sailors to their doom, a nautical theme in keeping with Serulneck's time in the Navy.

Seven Sirens is among some 20 veteran-owned breweries who collaborated on a double IPA that was released for Memorial Day weekend, with proceeds benefiting a veterans assistance group.

U.S. Army

7189 Rt. 309, New Tripoli, PA 18066

Pennsylvania’s only veteran-owned, family-run, farm distillery creates award-winning spirits with a focus on making the Lehigh Valley community a better place. One way Eight Oaks Farm Distillery does this is through partnerships with three nonprofit organizations: Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley, Farmer Veteran Coalition, and Parkland CARES Food Pantry, where a portion of every purchase goes directly to one of those three organizations. Grains and other ingredients are grown on-site or sourced locally from the farms of friends and neighbors to give a true seed-to-glass experience. The name also has some roots to it. For the "Oaks," it's the oak tree that was used for centuries to age spirits. The oak represents strength, nature, and longevity. The number 8 has always been significant to Founder and CEO, Chad Butters’ family. His grandfather lived in a time when people wrote letters. He often worked away from home, and his dad told him the story of when his father wrote these letters, he would sign off with a number 8. He told him that the 8 was representative of the 8 letters in "I Love You." When his dad wrote him letters as a kid, he continued the tradition, and Chad has carried that tradition on with his family.

U.S. Coast Guard

15 S. Bank St., Easton, PA 18042

Select from over 48 flavors, including seasonal favorites and grab an ice cream. After retiring from a 21-year career with the U.S. Coast Guard and then working in government service in the D.C. area, Brooks Minnick bought the Bank Street Creamery in Easton, honoring the many loved flavors the original owners founded. You can also find Bank Street Creamery's ice cream at Winter Mart, or on the dessert menus for Easton restaurants, including: 3rd & Ferry Fish Market, Mesa Modern Mexican, Ocean, Maxim's 22 Bistro & Brasserie, Two Rivers Brewing Co., and at Green Harvest Food Emporium.

U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps

70 Hilton St., Easton, PA 18042

The Heritage Guild is a Firearms and Archery retail store with ranges, training, and special events in a modern, safe, and comfortable facility. From bachelor/bachelorette parties to fundraisers and corporate teambuilding events, The Heritage Guild offers a unique destination. The Training Academy (led by many armed forces retirees) can prepare anyone, from novices to seasoned gun and archery enthusiasts with comprehensive training and the ability to take your training to the next level. The flagship location in Easton houses an indoor archery range, indoor firearms ranges (total of 29 lanes), rental guns, full-service gunsmithing, and bowsmithing.

U.S. Navy, Naval Construction Force

2910 Easton Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017

Enjoy delicious bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and homemade cream chesses from Vic's Bagels. Former Navy Seabee, Victor Newman opened Vic's Bagels to put his navy qualifications to good use. This Bethlehem staple bagel shop is proud to honor our veterans and welcome them in for a delicious meal.

Join The Veterans & Military Council for their Annual 5K Ruck 'n Run/Walk benefitting Battle Borne on Saturday, November 9th!

ArtsQuest and partner Phoebe Ministries will be hosting a Veterans Day Panel Discussion on Monday, November 11 starting at 6 p.m. in the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at the ArtsQuest Center. This event will be followed by a FREE screening of the film Rescue Dawn.

Across the way, the National Museum of Industrial History will honor those who served on Monday, November 11. The day will begin at 10:00 a.m. with a commemoration ceremony hosted by the Steelworkers Veteran’s Memorial Committee on the Museum’s plaza. The commemoration ceremony will include a performance by the Broughal Middle School Band as well as remarks from distinguished guests: Lieutenant Colonel Edward J. Erickson, Bethlehem Mounted Police, Steel Battalion Army ROTC and NAM Knights. Veterans and their families receive free admission to the museum from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

On Tuesday, November 12, honor the courageous men and women who have served our country at the Veterans Day Recognition Ceremony at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest. Veterans who pre-register will receive an exclusive gift!

The Allentown Band is proud to present Americans We Tribute to Veterans/Holiday Concert at Miller Symphony Hall on Sunday November 17, at 3:00 p.m. The concert will honor all Veterans with special recognition to those who served in World War II, the Korean Conflict, and Vietnam. Joining the band this year is the "America's Beloved Tenor": Daniel Rodriguez Bio. Admission is free but donations are appreciated.