Blackstone Valley Tourism Council Announces Veterans Day Events
Thursday, November 07, 2013
In honor of the 95th anniversary of the end of World War I, the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council has announced a series of events for the Veterans Day weekend to celebrate the accomplishments, bravery, and sacrifices made by the men and women that have chosen to serve the United States in uniform.
The Ghost Army
On Friday, November 8th the RI Historical Society and The Museum of Work & Culture will present The Ghost Army, a special documentary produced and directed by Rhode Island native author/filmmaker Rick Beyer. The film features interviews with veterans of the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, a tactical deception unit that fooled the enemy using inflatables, soundtrucks, phony radio transmissions, and even playacting. Retired general Wesley Clark and other military historians also appear in the film. The RI theatrical premiere of the film will feature food, drinks, and a meet and greet with the director. Reception 5:30pm, movie screening 7pm. $30 tickets include the reception and screening. $10 tickets for screening only. Stadium Theatre located in Monument Square, Woonsocket. For more details and reservations contact the Museum of Work & Culture at 401-769-9675 or email [email protected].
The Museum of Work and Culture will also host a special Ghost Army Exhibit, presented by the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council. The exhibit runs November 11 through January 14 and highlights the Woonsocket manufacturing efforts and the workers involved in this secret military mission. More about this exhibit is available by calling 401-769-9675 and at www.rihs.org
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Saturday, November 9th at 7:30pm, music lovers can enjoy the sounds of the acclaimed Navy Band Northeast at the historic Assembly Theatre in Harrisville, at the junction of East Avenue & Harrisville Main Street (Routes 107 & 98).
Based in Newport, Navy Band Northeast is a dynamic ensemble that performs jazz, popular, patriotic favorites, and New Orleans style contemporary brass band music. As one of the most sought after big bands in the region, they travel extensively throughout the northeast giving public concerts, performing at jazz festivals, and holding music clinics in support of the Navy's educational outreach and community relations projects.
For more on the Navy concert call Burrillville Town Hall at 401-568-4300 extension 139, or go to http://visitburrillville.org/attractions.
Tour the armories of the valley
Troops aren’t the only things to honor on Veterans Day. The Blackstone valley is dotted with quite a few armories that played a pivotal role in training troops and storing weapons and supplies for the military over the years.
There are three historic armories in Northern Rhode Island, some of which were used as far back as the Revolutionary War. During times of peace, these fortresses were used for public activities, such as social functions, health clinics, family events and community gatherings functioned. Today, they serve as revitalized community centers, historical society headquarters, and venues for performing arts. Take in these parts of Rhode Island's as well as the country's history and take a moment to reflect on sacrifices made in years past:
· Pawtucket Armory, 172 Exchange Street (built 1894-1895)
· Woonsocket Armory, 350 South Main Street (built 1912)
· Glocester Armory, Dorr Drive, Chepachet village (built 1865)
Learn more about each of these locations here.
Additional information on this weekend's events is available by contacting the Blackstone Valley RI Visitor Center, located at 175 Main Street, Pawtucket. Call 401-724-2200 for information and operating hours.
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