Veterans Day is a treasured holiday by many, but November 11, 2018, marks 100 years since the end of World War I, making this year’s extra special. In addition to parades, plenty of local businesses are acknowledging veterans and their sacrifice by offering discounts. The Wayne Spence Folsom Veterans Day Parade is scheduled for November 11 at 9 a.m. at the Target/Home Goods parking lot before winding through town and ending at the Folsom Community Center. El Dorado County Veterans are hosting their annual remembrance on November 11 at 11 a.m. at the El Dorado County Veterans Monument (360 Fair Lane) in Placerville. The Auburn Veterans Day Parade and Community Ceremony and Luncheon begins at 10:50 a.m. on November 11 starting at the corner of Lincoln Way and Cleveland Street and ending at the Gold Country Fairgrounds. The El Dorado Hills Rotary Club is hosting Blues and Brews for Vets at District Church (7000 Rossmore Lane) on November 10 from 7-11 p.m. featuring music, food, and drinks with proceeds benefitting local projects and programs that support veterans. Lastly, many Apple Hill farms are offering specials to veterans, including Delfino Farms (free á la mode on any piece of pie purchased November 10 and 11), Rainbow Orchards (complimentary hot apple cider donut for service people on November 11), Harris Tree Farm (10-percent off purchases throughout the weekend), and Sloan Winters Mountain Orchard & Garden (free tractor rides, weather permitting). However you spend your weekend, remember to take a moment to honor the many veterans and their sacrifices on this important holiday! 

By Emily Peter