Today is veteran’s day so a lot of city, and county government offices are closed.
Crew Carwash is offering Veteran’s and active duty military a free basic wash today. Veterans and current military personnel also get free admission into all State Parks today.
Local Community Events:
Greenwood VFW Post No. 5864 is hosting a Poppy Drive beginning at 9 a.m. today at Tractor Supply on U.S. 31, Walmart on S. State Road 135, and Sam’s Club on Windhorst Way. Proceeds go to help struggling veterans.
Franklin American Legion Post No. 205 will host a dinner at 7 p.m. Monday.
Otterbein Franklin SeniorLife Community, 7-9:30 a.m. Monday, 1080 W. Jefferson St., Franklin; all veterans will be honored with drive-through breakfast at the community’s main entrance, while supplies last.
Local School Programs and Events (open to public):
Indian Creek High School/Middle School, 803 W. Indian Creek Drive, Trafalgar, 9:30 a.m. Monday. Anthony Miele will speak.
Greenwood Community Middle School, 1584 Averitt Road. 8 a.m. Monday.
East Side Elementary School, 810 E. Main Cross St., Edinburgh, 8:30 a.m. Monday.
Creekside Elementary School, 700 E. State Road 44., Franklin. 8:30 a.m. breakfast for active-duty military; 9 a.m. convocation Monday.
Union Elementary School, 3990 W. Division Road, Bargersville. 1:15 p.m. Monday.
Webb Elementary School, 1400 Webb Court, Franklin. 9-9:35 a.m. Monday, reception for veterans. The program open to the community starts at 9:45.
Franklin Community Middle School, 625 Grizzly Cub Drive, Franklin. 8:30 a.m. Monday.
Local Restaurant Deals:
Applebee’s: Free meal from a special menu Monday.
Bar Louie: Free burger or flatbread up to $15 Monday.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: Free meal up to $14.95 and free Dr. Pepper beverage Monday.
Bob Evans: Free meal from a special menu Monday.
Bonefish Grill: Free appetizer Monday.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Free small order of boneless wings and fries Monday.
Chili’s Grill & Bar: Free meal from special menu Monday.
Chipotle Mexican Grill: Buy-one-get-one free Monday, in-restaurant only.
Cracker Barrel: Free slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake or Pumpkin Pie Latte.
Denny’s: Free “Build Your Own Grand Slam” from 5 a.m. to noon Monday. Dine-in only.
Dunkin’: Free doughnut Monday.
Famous Dave’s: Free two-meat lunch combo with side and corn muffin Monday.
Fazoli’s: Free spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce Monday.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: Veterans and active military who visit a Freddy’s restaurant Monday get a free combo meal card good through Nov. 30.
Giordano’s: Ongoing 20% discount on food orders for veterans and military personnel with valid military ID card.
Golden Corral: Free dinner buffet and beverage from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday.
Hooters: Free meal from a special menu Monday.
IHOP: Free red, white and blueberry pancake combo from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday.
Ikea: Free meal for veterans through Monday. Choose an entree with either soup or salad and a fountain drink from the Ikea restaurant.
Jet’s Pizza: 50% off any menu-priced pizza with military ID. Pickup only, not for online orders.
Little Caesars: Free Hot-N-Ready Lunch Combo between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday.
Logan’s Roadhouse: Free meal from a special menu from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday.
LongHorn Steakhouse: 10% off meal and a free appetizer or dessert Monday, according to restaurant’s Facebook page.
Noodles & Company: Ongoing 15% discount for veterans daily.
O’Charley’s: Free meal Monday from special menu.
Olive Garden: Free entree from a select menu Monday.
On The Border: Free combo meal Monday.
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt: Free small cup of frozen yogurt at set price cup locations or up to $3.30 off a cup at Weigh and Pay locations Monday. A coupon posted at www.orangeleafyogurt.com is required.
Outback Steakhouse: Through Monday, Outback has a 20% heroes discount for military members, police officers, firefighters and first responders. There’s also a 10% everyday Heroes Discount for servicemen and women, police officers and firefighters.
Pilot Flying J: Free breakfast and coffee offer for veterans and military on the Pilot Flying J app.
Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouse: Offers vary. Some locations will promote either a free buffet or 50% off buffet to veterans Monday. Veterans also will get a coupon for 20% off their meal on their next visit.
Primanti Bros.: Free sandwich Monday.
Red Lobster: Free appetizer or dessert Monday for dining in and takeout orders picked up in-restaurant Monday.
Red Robin: Free Red’s Tavern Double Burger with fries Monday.
Ruby Tuesday: Free burger or sandwich up to $14 Monday.
Starbucks: Veterans, active service members and their spouses receive a free cup of coffee Monday.
Texas Roadhouse: Free lunch from special menu 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday.
Twin Peaks: Free select meal Monday.
White Castle: Free combo meal Monday.
Yard House: Free appetizer Monday.
Zaxby’s: Free Southern TLC Fillet Sandwich Monday.
Thank you for your service!