AUGUSTA – The Maine Veterans’ Home is 25 years old today and a celebration is planned to honor the anniversary which will include speeches by U.S. Rep. Michael Michaud and Mayor Roger Katz.

The event, which is open to the public, begins at 2 p.m. at the Augusta House, located at 310 Cony Road.

The U.S. Navy will do a flyover during the celebration, which is scheduled to include live music from the Maine 195th Army National Guard band, employee recognition and other events.

For information, call the Maine Veterans’ Home at 622-2454.