La Mirada~The city's annual Salute to Veteran's Observance ceremony will take place Monday, November 5th at 6 p.m. at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.

Scheduled special guests include Louis Zamperini, an Olympian, World War II veteran and former prisoner of war. Also, Staff Sergeant John E Mejia, a U.S. Marine with five tours of duty.

A video montage will feature La Mirada veterans and military banner recipients and their families will be recognized.

Veterans also will display their war memorabilia including medals and photographs.

La Mirada VFW Post 9148, along with its Ladies Auxiliary, and Boy Scout troop 438 will participate in the ceremony.

For info contact the La Mirada Community Services Department at (562) 943-7277.