On Wednesday, November 11, at 11:00 a.m., Sunrise will host a celebration in honor of all military veterans. Due to weather concerns, the City's Veterans Day Ceremony will now take place in the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre (10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard), rather than at Welleby Park. The event will feature a 21-gun salute, distinguished speakers and the presentation of colors. Light refreshments will be served.

This event also provides community members with an opportunity to support active U.S. military service personnel. After the ceremony, please take a moment to write a note and help prepare a care package for our troops overseas. Donations for these care packages - items such as pre-packaged snack foods, individual packets of Gatorade mix, non-chocolate candy, personal hygiene products and current magazines - are appreciated. Items for care packages will also be collected at the Sunrise Senior Center. For more information, call (954)746-3670.

On Friday, November 13 - just before bedtime - the City of Sunrise will host master storyteller Jim Weiss. Jim's funny, family-friendly performances include stories that span cultures and themes.

Children are invited to attend in their pajamas, and cookies and milk will be served beginning at 6:30 p.m. Jim's performance will start at 7:00 p.m.

"Fables and Fairytales" will take place in the Grand Ballroom of the Sunrise Civic Center (10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard). Tickets are just $5 each, and can be purchased at the Civic Center Box Office (954-747-4646) or online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/85398.

This unique performance is made possible by a donation from IKEA Sunrise. Additional support is being provided by Kumon (Plantation Center), Panera Bread and the Broward County Library. All proceeds will benefit the City of Sunrise Foundation www.cityofsunrisefoundation.org.

For more information, call (954) 747-4661.

Two terrific bands are set to take the stage in Sunrise:

The Stones: A Rolling Stones Tribute Band. Friday, November 20, at 8:00 p.m. Don't miss lead singer Richard Stewart's uncanny portrayal of Mick Jagger. This show is high-energy fun, with nothing but the greatest Rolling Stones hits.

The Floyd Experience: A Tribute to Pink Floyd. Friday, December 11, at 8:00 p.m. Let The Floyd Experience wow you with their performance of the entire concept album, "The Dark Side of the Moon." This heady musical experience is one you'll remember.

Each concert will take place at the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre (10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard), and reserved seating is just $15 per show. To order your tickets, call (954) 747-4646.