Press Releases Share Print #22-040 Carson to Mark Veterans Day with Patriotic Celebration Emceed by NBC4 Reporter Ted Chen Friday, November 11, 2022, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Veterans Park22400 Moneta AvenueCarson, CA 90745The City of Carson will join the entire nation in paying tribute to America’s war veterans as we host our annual Veterans Day Celebration on Thursday, November 11.The celebration will take place at 10 a.m. at our very own Veterans Park, located at 22400 Moneta Avenue in Carson. The event is open to the public and admission is free.Event highlights include a special recognition to veterans and soldiers currently serving in wars around the world. Traditional military rites including a flag folding ceremony will also be observed as part of the tribute. In addition, new names that were added to the City of Carson’s Veterans’ Wall will be presented during the event. This year’s keynote speaker is retired United States Air Force Officer Shawn Eure who worked as an officer in Space Operations, Communications and Information Systems, and Cyber Warfare. After serving for 20 years, she retired in 2010 and made Carson her home. Emmy Award and two Golden Mike Award NBC4 reporter, Ted Chen will also serve as the event’s Master of Ceremonies.The event will also include patriotic music, veteran information booths, veteran museum display, live entertainment, Carson High School MCJROTC and band. The Veterans Day Celebration is an annual event of the City of Carson. For more information on the event, please contact the Community Services – Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 847-3570 or Veterans Park at (310) 830-9991.