Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11, and here's a rundown of some of the events, offers and programs going on this week throughout our local communities:

Chick-fil-A is giving away free sandwiches to active or retired military with proof of service on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 5-8 pm.

Active or retired military with proof of service are eligible to receive one of three offers for free for themselves and each immediate family member:

IHOP is offering veterans a free stack of Red, White & Blue pancakes on Veteran's Day from 7 am to 7 pm.

Krystal will offer all active and retired military members a free chicken or sausage biscuit before 11 am Nov. 11. From 11 am to closing, Krystal will offer $0.50 Pups and Corn Pups to all customers.

Der Biergarten -- 50 percent off Nov. 11 for veterans.

HOBNOB -- 20 percent off during lunch or dinner Nov. 11 for veterans.

Johnny's Hideaway -- $11 off bar tab for veterans.

Ray's Restaurants -- 20 percent discount for veterans.

Revival -- 25 percent off for veterans.

Saltwood Carcuterie & Bar -- 25 percent off for veterans.

Smokebelly BBQ -- complimentary appetizer with purchase of an entree for veterans.

The Big Ketch -- complimentary appetizer with the purchase of an entree for veterans.

Tin Lizzy's Cantina -- 50 percent off for veterans.

White Oak Pastures -- 15 percent off for veterans.

Willy's Mexicana Grill -- 50 percent off for veterans.

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks -- complimentary lunch or dinner for veterans.