One month after receiving the Congressional Medal of Honor, Melvin Morris will be recognized by his community.

The Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Veteran Resource Committee is hosting an honor dinner for the Port St. John resident Saturday night.

The dinner will be held at the Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place, located at 200 Rialto Place.

Tickets are $35 for active duty, retired military members or veterans and $40 for all other guests. While registering, there is also an option to make a donation for Morris’ immediate family can attend the dinner at no cost. The registration deadline is Thursday, April 17.

President Barack Obama honored Morris March 18 in Washington for his heroism during the Vietnam War.

This weekend’s celebration is for those who were unable to make the trip.