This is a national day of remembrance for all prisoners of war/missing in action soldiers, sailors and airmen. Celebrated every year on the third Friday in September. This year we are honored to have former prisoner of war Mike Lenker of Beloit participating along with Gold Star mothers who lost a son in the Vietnam War. This is the 30th year the Veterans group Vietnam2Now is hosting this event. The Rockford Wind Ensemble will be providing the music and nationally recognized vocalist Jodi Beach will be singing a number of patriotic tunes. The featured speaker is Calvin Johnson of Beloit whose topic is Patriotism in America Today. The event is free, small flags and wrist bands are free and pizza and other refreshments are courtesy of many Rockford businesses. The event takes place at the Loves Park City Hall auditorium September 19 at 7 PM.