Kennesaw's Veterans Luncheon has a new location. The City of Kennesaw will honor military members past and present with a free lunch on Friday, November 6, from noon to 2 p.m., and an October 29 update on the city's event listing says the gathering has moved to the Kennesaw Recreation Center, 2737 Watts Drive.

The change matters because the original listing named the Ben Robertson Community Center at 2753 Watts Drive. Anyone who saved the earlier address should switch to the recreation center before heading out on Friday.

Who can attend

The luncheon is open to veterans and active-duty military members, along with their guests. The city's listing says no identification is required, so there is no paperwork to gather in advance. Lunch is complimentary, and the city plans to hand out veteran-themed pins as guests arrive.

The listing does not mention an RSVP or registration. Guests are invited too, so veterans can bring family or friends along.

What is on the program

According to the city, the program includes acknowledgments from Mayor Derek Easterling, a guest speaker, a presentation of colors and a POW/MIA recognition ceremony. The city's listing describes tables and chairs and a patriotic theme, but it does not say whether that setup applies at the recreation center.

The luncheon runs from noon to 2 p.m. The listing does not publish a minute-by-minute schedule, so the timing of each part is unconfirmed.

Getting there and getting help

The recreation center is on Watts Drive in Kennesaw, ZIP code 30144. The event listing doesn't address parking or accessibility, so build in extra arrival time and ask the city if you have specific needs. The Kennesaw Parks and Recreation page is the best place to start for facility information.

For questions, contact the City of Kennesaw at 770-424-8274. The city's offices are at 2529 J. O. Stephenson Ave. Because the venue changed only days ago, a quick call is the best way to catch any further adjustments.

Veterans who want help beyond a lunch can use the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' facility locator to find nearby health, benefits and cemetery services.

Why it matters

The luncheon falls the week before Veterans Day on November 11 and centers on service members and their families. A free meal, a short ceremony and a chance to meet neighbors who have served make for a low-barrier way to say thank you in person.

Residents who cannot attend can still help by passing the new address to a veteran they know, especially anyone who may have seen the original location. The city's events calendar lists other upcoming programs, and you can check the luncheon page for any further updates.