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SAM'S club offers
CANES FOR VETERANS
November 10, 11 and 12th Sam's Club outlets in the Hampton Roads Virginia area will distribute free walking canes to military veterans who require mobility assistance. The canes will be distributed on a first-come first-served basis. Sam's Club membership is not required; however, the stores may ask for proof of military service. For more info visit www.hugosalutes.com
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A DAY EARLY:
VETERANS APPRECIATION DAY
10 NOV, NOON to 2 PM
GRISSOM LIBRARY
366 DeShazor Drive. Public is invited to share stories of their military experiences and see display of local history during war times. Refreshments. No registration required. Info at 369-3190
| WREATH LAYING CEREMONY
at Virginia Vietnam Veterans Memorial
11 NOV
3PM
in Huntington Park.
The Newport News American Legion Riders post 368 will hold a wreath-laying ceremony to honor veterans... preceded by a motorcycle parade. Mayor McKinley Price will be guest speaker. Info at 508-4720
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CNU - NEWPORT NEWS
11 AM
VETERANS DAY
Christopher Newport University hosts a Veterans Day Rememberance Service at 11 AM, Nov 11th, at the Trible Plaza (area next to Trible Library). Includes a speech by CNU President,Paul Trible, a moment of silence, playing of "Taps", laying of wreath, and presentation of colors by the ROTC Colorguard.
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NOON AT YORK HALL
The York County Historical Committee will host a memorial service at noon at York Hall. The commemoration will include tolling of the bell, presentation of colors, singing the National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, laying of honors and taps. There will also be a special recognition of all armed forces veterans.
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On WHRV 89.5FM, Veterans Day at noon
Letters from Home & Families of the Fallen.
Programming focuses on the history of the holiday that was established in 1919 and also how prior to the internet, generations of soldiers and families waited on mail as the only means of communication. Author Jack London explores the history of letter writing and the importance of honoring veteran memories through letters in his new book, “French Letters: Engaged in War.” There's lots more during this special hour of Veterans Day programming.
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WHRO 90.3FM, Veterans Day at 8PM
HERITAGE of AMERICA BAND CONCERT
“To Support and Defend”
The concert was recorded at Merchants Square in Williamsburg in September, and features the USAF Heritage of America Band from Langley Air Force Base and the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums. Raymond Jones narrates.
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November 11, 2010
Veterans Day Ceremony
10 AM until 11 AM
VIRGINIA WAR MEMORIAL
621 S. Belvidere St, Richmond VA 23220
Visitor Center: (804) 786-2050
Co-hosted with the 11th District American Legion Honor and remember all veterans who have served. Free, family friendly with free parking.
DIRECTIONS: From the South or East, via Interstate 95 or East 64, exit at Downtown Expressway (I-195/SR 195) to the Belvidere Street exit. For Interstate 64 West follow signs to south I 95 and then exit at Downtown Expressway to the Belvidere Street exit. You will have to pay a toll to enter onto the Downtown Expressway. After exiting, turn left at the first light and you will be on Belvidere Street. Follow Belvidere Street and turn left, into the War Memorial parking area. You will be directed to specific parking and registration tables.
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FREE PARKING AT STATE PARKS
In honor of the members and families of America's armed services, both current and past, Virginia State Parks will waive parking fees for all VirgInians on Veterans Day, Nov 11 at all 35 state parks. For more info, call 1-800-933-PARK (7275) or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov
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FEE FREE DAY at NATIONAL PARKS
To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced that areas managed by the department would not charge entrance fees on Thursday, November 11, 2010.
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Colonial Williamsburg Salutes Military Service on Veterans Day Weekend
“Honoring Service to America” Pass Provides
Free Admission
to Active Duty Military, Reservists, Retirees, Veterans and Their Families
Nov. 11-14, 2010
Colonial Williamsburg honors the sacrifices and dedication of U.S. veterans, active duty military personnel, guard and reservists and their dependents during Veterans Day on Thursday, Nov. 11.
On Veterans Day a military parade honoring America’s veterans will be held at 4:30 p.m. and will begin at the Capitol. All veterans of service in America’s armed forces are invited to participate in the parade. Groups will begin forming at 4:15 p.m. A ceremony will follow the parade at the Courthouse on Market Square. Veterans unable to walk the distance can join the parade near the Magazine.
As part of this tribute, Colonial Williamsburg offers special free admission passes to active duty military, guard and reservists, retirees, veterans and their dependents from Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 11-14.
The “Honoring Service to America” pass provides admission to Colonial Williamsburg exhibition sites, the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg and most day programs. It also includes free parking at the Visitor Center, access to the digitally restored classic film, “Williamsburg, The Story of a Patriot,” and complimentary use of Colonial Williamsburg shuttle buses.
These weekend-long admission passes are available only at Colonial Williamsburg on-site ticket sales locations, including the Visitor Center, the Lumber House Ticket Office in the Historic Area or Merchants Square Ticket Office. Appropriate military identification is required.
The service member need not be present. Free “Honoring Service to America” passes will be provided to immediate family members of currently deployed troops, with appropriate identification. Military veterans who separated before retirement can bring a copy of their honorable discharge paperwork, DD Form 214, as identification of service.
In addition to providing complimentary admission tickets to these honored guests, Colonial Williamsburg offers special rates to military personnel and their families at any of its on-site hotels. Discounts are $30 off at the Williamsburg Inn, a $20 off at the Williamsburg Lodge and a $10 off at the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites.
For more information about Colonial Williamsburg, call 1-800-HISTORY or visit Colonial Williamsburg’s website at www.history.org.
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EAT FREE OR CHEAP ON VETERANS DAY
Thinking about going out to dinner this Veteran’s Day? Once again several national restaurants will offer special free food for veterans- so bring your appetite, these menus are already making us hungry!
On Sunday, November 7, McCormick and Schmick’s seafood restaurants offer a free entrée from a special menu for veterans only (not active duty, sorry!). There is a cost for additional items beyond the entrée. Make your reservation today or find a participating location near you!
On Thursday, November 11, Outback Steakhouse will offer veterans and active duty military a free Bloomin’ Onion and non-alcoholic beverage. Proof of service for this offer include a U.S Uniform Services I.D. Card, U.S Uniform Services Retired I.D. Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), DD form 214 Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW), Photograph in Uniform, Wearing Uniform. Find the restaurant nearest to you!
Also on November 11, Applebee’s restaurants will offer a free meal from a special veterans menu to all U.S. veterans and active duty personnel. You will need proof of your service with such items as a retired ID card (active duty ID for those restaurants feeding active duty personnel), a current Leave and Earnings Statement, photo in uniform, veterans organization card, DD-214, medal citation, or commendation.
from MOAA email 3 Nov 2010
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KRISPY KREME HONORS VETS WITH FREE DOUGHNUTS
This year, Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation is honoring America's service men and women on Veterans Day by giving away free doughnuts to all veterans and active military personnel. Veterans and active military personnel are invited to visit any participating U.S. Krispy Kreme store on Veterans Day, November 11, and enjoy one free doughnut of any variety. Veterans and active military personnel will be able to select from more than a dozen varieties - including Original Glazed(R), Chocolate Iced Kreme Filled, Chocolate Cake, Pumpkin Spice and Glazed Raspberry Filled - that are available at most Krispy Kreme locations.
MILITARY APPRECIATION MONDAY - GOLDEN CORRAL
November 15, 2010 will mark the 10th anniversary of Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner. The free dinner meal is a special thank you tribute to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to join us for Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner.
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HOME DEPOT & LOWE's MILITARY DISCOUNT
Home Depot and Lowe’s have long been known to offer a 10% holiday discount to military members and their families and in many cases veterans and retirees. These promotions were usually limited to the main military holidays such as Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Veterans Day. Well, no longer – both companies have announced these offers are available every day of the week.
http://themilitarywallet.com/home-depot-lowes-10-military-discount/
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HOLIDAY BLIZZARD BAZAAR
NOV 12 & 13
10 AM - 3 PM
FORT MONROE
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES CENTER
100 Stilwell Rd, Ft Monroe VA 23651
788-3151
www.monroemwr.com
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and
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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December 7, 2010
69th Pearl Harbor Remembrance
VIRGINIA WAR MEMORIAL - RICHMOND
12:00pm until 1:00pm
Sponsored by the Navy League of the United States, Richmond Council. This ceremony honors those killed during the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941, which resulted in the United States entering world War II
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BUSCH
GARDENS
FREE
| Free Busch Theme Park Admission for currently-serving military & 3 family members
"Here's to the Heroes," a program sponsored by Anheuser-Busch, provides free admission in 2010 for any active duty, active reserve, National Guardsman or ready reserve servicemember representing any of the five service branches and as many as three of his or her direct dependents. All servicemembers need to do is register online at www.herosalute.com or in the entrance plaza of a participating park, and show a Department of Defense (DoD) photo identification. Each pass is valid for a one-day admission per person per year to any of five Anheuser-Busch's seven theme park brands. (SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Williamsburg, Sesame Place, Water Country USA, Adventure Island.) Christmas Town is not included (a new winter feature at Busch Gardens Williamsburg).
/ From Military.com and herosalute.com 28 Dec 2009
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