A public celebration of local veterans will be held next Saturday, Nov. 3 at the Dublin Senior Center. Called "Hometown Heroes," the event will include presentations by local military and city officials and a concert of patriotic music. There will also be a special exhibit on the Seabees in World War II. Those going to the event are asked help support active duty military by bringing a donation of new white socks, travel size toiletries or individual powdered drink packages for the local branch of S.A.M. (Support All Military), whose mission is to send care packages to those serving overseas.

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