Honoring Our Veterans

Veterans Board

Each year in November, we display the Veterans Board in our Library lobby to highlight local veterans.  Bring in a photo of your favorite veteran to the Circulation Desk or Adult Reference Desk and fill out a quick form about the veteran.  We’ll display the picture on the Veterans Board.   The veteran highlighted may be yourself, a friend, or a family member who served in uniform.  The Veterans Board will be exhibited for the month of November, and the original photos will be available for pick-up at the Circulation Desk after December 1.

Click here to view the 2024 Veterans Video on the Library’s Facebook Page.

Please note that the Library will be closed on Monday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

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VetNow – Ongoing

VetNow is a free, online resource for veterans. It supports veterans & their families through:

• Assistance with VA benefits (by veterans themselves)
• Job transition resources
• Academic tutoring
• Q&A
• And more!

Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org

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For Teens & Adults

Paws of War: Helping Both Ends of the Leash
Thursday, November 7, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Veteran advocate Mike Kilano shares his journey with PTSD and how Paws of War saved his life. Meet Mike’s service dog and learn about the heartwarming mission of this local organization, which rescues and trains service dogs to support and enrich the lives of veterans, active military members, and first responders. Pet supply donations are encouraged. Teens will receive 1 hour of community service for attending. Registration is open to both Adults and Teens.  Click here to register now.

Questions? Email teens@emmaclark.org

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For Kids (Grades 3 – 6) – Ongoing

Kids may join in honoring our country’s veterans and current troops.  The Children’s Department offers an ongoing volunteer opportunity for those in Grades 3 – 6 to write letters and earn community service credit.  Click here for more information.

Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org