West Bloomfield’s annual Heroes Appreciation Breakfast returns Tuesday, Nov. 3, offering veterans a free morning of food, music and recognition at West Bloomfield Middle School.
The breakfast begins at 9 a.m. at the school, 6000 Orchard Lake Road. Veterans and one guest attend free. Additional guests and non-veteran attendees pay $15, according to the WB Parks event page.
The event page lists a 10:30 a.m. end time, while registration lists 11 a.m. Attendees can contact WB Parks at 248-451-1900 to confirm the schedule.
West Bloomfield Parks recreation coordinator Crystal L. Smith previewed the breakfast and called for volunteers in an Oct. 15 Civic Center TV interview.
Four local organizations are partnering on the event: West Bloomfield Parks, West Bloomfield Township, the West Bloomfield School District and the West Bloomfield Township Public Library. The breakfast will feature the Police and Fire Department Honor Guard, guest speakers and live music, according to the registration page.
How to volunteer
Residents can help with preparations Monday, Nov. 2, or event-day activities Tuesday, Nov. 3. Both opportunities are listed on the WB Parks volunteer page with links to SignUpGenius.
Each volunteer must be registered under their own name and complete a waiver before participating. Volunteers under 18 must have a parent or guardian complete and sign their waiver. People who are not properly registered or lack a completed waiver may not be permitted to volunteer, according to WB Parks’ guidelines.
Upcoming community dates
- Monday, Nov. 2: Heroes Appreciation Breakfast volunteer preparations. Sign up at wbparks.org/volunteer.
- Tuesday, Nov. 3: Heroes Appreciation Breakfast, beginning at 9 a.m., West Bloomfield Middle School. Free for veterans and one guest; $15 for others. Find registration links on the event page.
