Hingham commemorates Veterans Day

VETERAN'S DAY CEREMONY

The Town of Hingham will honor all those who have served in the Armed Forces to defend our country.

The Veteran's Day ceremony will take place at 11 AM on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, in front of Town Hall at 210 Central Street.

Program of Events
Music by Hingham High School Band (Medley of Patriotic Songs)
Moderator Thomas L. P. O'Donnell calls the ceremony to order and announces the entrance of the Honor Guards (all rise)
Armed Forces medley performed by the Hingham High School Band
"National Anthem", sung by Kalli Jermyn (all sing)
Invocation by Rev. Mr. John McHugh
Moderator introduces the Boy and Girl Scouts to lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance
Moderator recognizes honored guests
Moderator introduces Rep. Garrett Bradley
Remarks by Laura Burns, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen
Introduction of the principal speaker, James E. Claypoole by Moderator Thomas L. P. O'Donnell
Presentation of Special Recognition Award for exceptional contribution
Veterans in Hingham by Senator Robert Hedlund
Presentation of "Flag over Iraq" CPO Keith Jermyn
Placing of wreath, by Boy and Girl Scouts
"Taps"
"America the Beautiful", sung by Kali Jermyn (all sing)
Benediction by Rev. Mr. John McHugh
Honor Guards will retire the Colors (all rise)
Closing of the Ceremonies, Thomas L. P. O'Donnell

After completion of the ceremony there will be light refreshments, in the second floor conference room in Town Hall