Veterans Day 2009
 November 11 is Veterans Day, the national holiday dedicated to honoring all who have served in America’s armed forces.
It was originally known as Armistice Day because the armistice or temporary cessation of hostilities for World War I took effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For a complete history of Veterans Day, visit www1.va.gov/opa/vetsday/vetdayhistory.asp.
For information on national and regional observances, Veterans Day history, resources for students and teachers or to download the Veterans Day poster, visit www.va.gov/vetsday.
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Minnesota State Veterans Day Program
In honor of all armed forces veterans of the United States of America, the Commanders Task Force and Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is sponsoring the Minnesota State Veterans' Day Program at the Inver Grove Heights Veterans Memorial Community Center on November 11th. The keynote speaker will be Governor Pawlenty.
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Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2008 |
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- Governor Tim Pawlenty
- Deputy Commissioner Michael Pugliese, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
- Minnesota National Guard Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Larry Shellito
- U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar
- U.S. Senator Al Franken
- U.S. Congresswoman Betty McCollum
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| Place: |
Veterans Memorial Community Center
8055 Barbara Avenue
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 |
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8:00 am to 9:45 am - Free Buffet Breakfast
10:00 am - Program |
Discounts for Veterans
The businesses listed below are offering discounts to Veterans in association with Veterans Day. References to these businesses do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the State of Minnesota or the MN Dept. of Veterans Affairs (MDVA).
Note: Not all events are for Veterans Day, November 11th. Please watch the date listed for each event.
Applebee's
Nov 11 - Applebee's is offering Veterans and current military to eat free at participating restaurants on Wednesday November 11th. Individuals need to show proof of service for the meal. For meal choices, locations and more information, visit www.applebees.com/vetsDay/.
Cabela's
Nov 11/12 - Cabela's is having a Hometown Heroes Celebration on November 11th and 12th. They are offering Employee Discounts to Military Personnel, Veterans, Law Enforcement, Firemen and EMS.
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Car Wash
Nov 11 - Grace for Vets is sponsoring free car washes at participating car washes across the states. These washes will only be available on Veterans Day, rain or shine. At present there are four participating locations in Minnesota. The list is located at www.graceforvets.org/participating.php.
Duluth Grill
Nov 11 - The Duluth Grill in the Lincoln Park / West End neighborhood will be offering a free meal to Veterans all day.
Grand Casino
Nov 11 - On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, Grand Casino Mille Lacs and Grand Casino Hinckley will offer veterans and active Service men and women a free lunch at the Grand Buffet in appreciation of their service. Military personnel need to show a military ID card between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to receive the free buffet.
Golden Corral
Nov 16 - The 2009 Military Appreciation Monday dinner will be held on Monday, November 16, 2009 from 5 pm to 9 pm in all Golden Corral Restaurants. Visit www.goldencorral.com for locations.
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.
To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.2 million free meals and contributed over $3.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization.
Note: Presently there are not any Golden Corral restaurants located in Minnesota. However, there are locations in border states and border cities such as Fargo and Grand Forks, ND.
Home Depot
Nov 5 to 11 - A Special Thanks for Your Military Service
10% Military Discount- SAVE Up to $200 in store on single-receipt purchases November 5 - 11, 2009.
Valid 11/05/2009 through 11/11/2009 and redeemable for a 10% discount on a single receipt in-store purchase at The Home Depot® U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands stores only. Maximum discount $200. This offer cannot be combined with any other discount, offer, promotion or special incentive program and is not valid on: (a) labor or Self-Furnish and Install (“SF&I”) and Furnish and Install (“F&I”) program products, including without limitation roofing, windows, siding, HVAC products, custom closets or storage solutions; (b) the purchase of The Home Depot Gift Cards or Certificates; (c) prior purchases; Little Giant Ladder Systems®, Thermador® in select markets, Gaggenau®, Miele®, Dacor®, Viking®, Fisher&Paykel®, Alfresco Grills®, Weber-Stephen Grills®, Sharp Insight™, Delonghi®, Casablanca® and Hunter Prestige® products; or (e) purchase from any The Home Depot affiliate store. Present valid Military ID to cashier at time of purchase to receive your discount. Offer is not valid for payment on any The Home Depot credit account. No credit if offer refused. Cash value 1/20th of 1 cent. Void if sold, copied or transferred and where prohibited. See store for further details and a full listing of SF&I and F&I products and complete details.
Hy-Vee Food Store
Nov11 - Both Mankato Hy-Vee Food stores will provide a complimentary breakfast for veterans from 7:00 am to 11:00 am.
Lowe's
Nov 8 to 15 - Home improvement retailer Lowe’s Companies will offer a 10 percent discount to active-duty, National Guard and reserve members, retirees, veterans and their immediate family members, Nov. 8 through Nov. 15, in honor of Veterans Day. Customers must present a military ID card or other proof of service.
The Lowe’s discount can be used on purchases of up to $5,000, for a maximum discount of $500. It can be used only on purchases made in stores, and is not available for sales at Lowes.com. It does not apply to previous sales or purchases of services or gift cards.
Note: The above information came from the Air Force Times website and not the Lowe's website.
Keegan's Pub
Nov 6 to 11 - From Friday, November 6, through Veteran's Day, Wednesday, Nov 11, Keegan's Pub will be decorated with all the service flags. S.O.S. will be on the menu all day every day and every member of the armed forces and every veteran will get his or her first drink free. See www.keeganspub.com for more information.
McCormick & Schmick's
Nov 8 - This restaurant continues their tradition of honoring veterans with a free complimentary entree from a special menu on Sunday, November 8, 2008. Proper identification is requested when you visit the restaurant. Reservations are recommended.
There are two locations in Minnesota, Edina and Minneapolis. For more information and locations, visit www.mccormickandschmicks.com/featured-promotion/Veterans-Appreciation-Day.aspx.
MN Timberwolves Military Night
Nov 6 - On Friday, Nov. 6, the Minnesota Timberwolves, along with POPP.com, will honor current and former members of all branches of the Military during their game against the Milwaukee Bucks.
All current and former military members and their immediate family are invited to the game free of charge. Offer good while supplies last.
Tickets available at will call between the hours of 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the main Target Center box office the day of the game. Bring driver's license or Minnesota ID to receive the tickets.
Email the Timberwolves FastBreak Foundation at fastbreakfoundation@timberwolves.com for more details.
Nickelodeon Universe
Nov 8 - Tee it up for the Troops and the Mall of America have provided free admission for families of deployed service members to enjoy a day at Nickelodeon Universe in the Mall of America on November 8th. Wrist bands can be picked up at a table near the admissions booth for the park between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. Families must show military ID and have a copy of their service members deployment order. Up to 4 wrist bands will be provided per family. Only 1000 wrist bands are available and they are first come first serve.
Veterans Day Events
View our on-line calendar for these events and more at www.mdva.state.mn.us/calendar/. If you have a Veterans Day event not listed, e-mail us at mdva.webmaster@state.mn.us.
Note: Not all events are for Veterans Day, November 11th. Please watch the date listed for each event.
Albert Lea
Nov 11 - Southwest Middle School students and Albert Lea’s local veterans organizations will present a public program on Wednesday at 8:15 am in the Southwest Middle School gymnasium. Students and members of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars will present this 30-minute program to pay tribute to our nation’s veterans, past and present.
Superintendent Michael Funk, a lieutenant colonel in the Minnesota National Guard, will give a short address as guest speaker for the event. Members of Freeborn County’s local veterans organizations will participate in the presentation of the colors and honor guard. The Southwest eighth-grade band and seventh- and eighth-grade choirs will perform music they have been preparing especially for the program.
Funk also will speak at 11:00 am Wednesday at the annual Veterans Day program at the Freeborn County Courthouse inside the Freeborn County Courthouse in the Commissioner's Auditorium.
Arlington
Nov 11 - Sibley East High School will have a program at 10:45 am. The featured speaker will be Capt. Ryan Kelly from the 1st Battalion, 125th Field Artillery, MN National Guard.
Brooklyn Park
Nov 10 - On November 10th, North Hennepin Community College will be recognizing veterans day. From 10:00 am - 4:00 pm there will be displays, tables, and veteran students in our Campus Center.
A formal ceremony will start at 1pm. This ceremony will have the posting of the colors by the local VFW, recognition of veterans, student speakers, and the main event being Jon Hovde. Seating is limited (362), so those attending the ceremony would want to arrive early.
Jon Hovde is a Vietnam veteran that had two limbs severed in 1968 and was pronounced dead twice. He eventually went on to be president of the MN School Board Association and retired from 3M. He now speaks all over and is very inspiring. He was a student at NHCC only a year after he was pronounced dead!
The event will be a kick-off to our new Veteran Scholarship Fund. Scholarships will be given to veterans that are in need of help while at NHCC. Donations may be submitted at the event or they may contact Andy Levesque (763-493-0573) directly if they would like to donate but are unavailable to attend.
North Hennepin Community College
Campus Center
7411 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN
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Buffalo
Nov 8 - The Buffalo American Legion will have a program on Sunday November 8th at 6:00 pm.
Burnsville
Nov 11 - The Gidean Pond Elementary School will have a program starting at 9:00 am.
Chaska
Nov 11 - Chaska Middle School will have a flag raising ceremony at 7:30 am. Lt. Gov. Carol Molnau will be the guest speaker.
Coon Rapids
Nov 11 - The Coon Rapids American Legion will have a program on Wednesday, November 11th from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. It is also a
Grand Reopening celebration for the Post.
Crookston
Nov 11 - The University of Minnesota, Crookston invites the campus and community to honor veterans on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, beginning at 8:00 a.m. with a flag ceremony on the Campus Mall. A wreath will also be placed at the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Memorial at the campus entrance. An honor guard from the U.S. Air Force ROTC Det. 610 from the University of North Dakota will also participate in the morning ceremonies. Refreshments will follow.
At 4:00 p.m., the U of M, Crookston Veteran’s Club will host Stuart Bass, a naval aviator in World War II, in Kiehle Auditorium. Bass fought in the Pacific and was awarded the Navy Cross, the second highest combat decoration our nation awards, for valor in action while flying a TBM Avenger torpedo bomber. He will discuss the carrier war, operations in the Pacific, and what it was like to fly the TBM. Everyone is welcome.
After the war, Bass returned to his home near Missoula, Mont., and attended the University of Montana. He worked for American Crystal Sugar Company for many years, and from 1974 until his retirement in 1986, he was vice president for the company.
All Veteran’s Day events on the campus are sponsored by the U of M, Crookston Veteran’s Club with assistance from the Student Affairs office.
Duluth
Nov 11 - The annual Duluth Veterans Day March begins at the Historic Duluth Armory, London Road and 13th Ave E at 9:30 am. The march ends at the St. Louis County Heritage & Arts Center (Depot) at 10:30 am. The City of Duluth Veterans Day Ceremony will start at 11:00 am at the Depot.
For those with limited mobility, there will be rides available so you can participate in the march. Return rides to the Armory will be provided. For more information, contact Durbin M. Keeney at (218)722-8763 or dmkeeney@mac-v.org.
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Eagan
Nov 11 - The students, faculty, and staff of Eagan High School would like to cordially invite you to our 3rd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Assembly, November 11, 2009 at 9:00 A.M. in the main gymnasium of Eagan high school.
8:15 A.M. – A social hour with coffee, doughnuts and bagels provided by the EHS student government will be held in our student commons for veterans and their families.
9:00 A.M. – A 50-minute assembly will be held with military personnel from the United States Armed Services as well as the Eagan High School student body.
Those planning to attend the assembly but not the social hour prior are still requested to arrive at least 15 minutes before to the start of the program. Parking is plentiful and will be reserved for veterans in our lower student lot.
Eagan HS is located off of HWY 35E on the corner of Diffley Road and Braddock Trail (4185 Braddock Trail) in Eagan. For more information, contact stephen.thompson@district196.org.
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Elk River
Nov 11 - A flag raising will be held at Parker Elementary School starting at 9:30 am. It will be followed by a program in the auditorium.
Excelsior
Nov 11 - The Excelsior Elementary School will have a program starting at 9:00 am.
Farmington
Nov 11 - The American Legion Post 189 and VFW Post 7662 will feature a free breakfast for Veterans at the Legion Post from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. A program will follow from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
Fergus Falls
Nov 11 - At 2:00 pm, the Fergus Falls Veterans Home will have a Veterans Day program. The guest speaker will be Colonel Dave Coalwell (retired). For more information, contact Deanna Mounts at deanna.mounts@state.mn.us.
Golden Valley
Nov 11 - The Chester Bird American Legion Post 523 will have a candlelight service starting at 7:00 pm.
Hugo
Nov 8 - The Hugo Legion will have a program on Sunday, November 8th at 2:00 pm. State Senator Vandeveer will be in attendance.
Inver Grove Heights
Nov 11 - See the top of this page for information on the Minnesota State Veterans Day program.
Luverne
Nov 11 - The Luverne Veterans Home will host a program in the dining room starting at 2:30 pm. The guest speaker will be Shawn Shoen, 1st Jr. Vice Commander with the Department of Minnesota Disabled American Veterans. For more information, contact Duane Mabon at duane.mabon@state.mn.us.
Madelia
Nov 11 - The Madelia Elementary School has a program at 9:30 am.
The American Legion and VFW will have a Veterans Day supper from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The supper is $9 and will feature a program.
Mankato
Nov 11 - Veterans will be honored at Mankato East Junior High School on 2600 Hoffman Rd at 2:20 pm. There will be a concert and American Legion Post 11 will participate.
Maple Lake
Nov 11 - The Maple Lake American Legion will be offering a free lunch for veterans on November 11th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Minneapolis
Augsburg College
Nov 11 - The 3rd annual Veteran Appreciation Day will take place at Augsburg College. The event runs from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. It will feature social networking opportunities and a resource fair.
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
Nov 11 - Join Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) in commemorating the 91st anniversary of Armistice Day at Brit's Pub Clubroom on Nicollet Mall. Admission is free, with specials available from the menu and bar. Begins 6:30 PM, and includes a few speeches and music from a bagpiper and some period songs from 20th Century USO shows sung by "Girl Singers of the Hit Parade" cast. 1110 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403. Parking Info and RSVP at: http://events.iava.org/main/events/show/10409
Sabathani Community Center Veterans Day Ceremony
We invite all men and women who have served their country to attend a recognition ceremony in honor of Veterans Day. We encourage Veterans to bring their families to this special community event. Food and beverage will be provided. The ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will be served following the program. Community resources for Veterans and their families will be available during the entire event.
Speaker: Lee Buckley,Special Advisor on Faith and Community Services Initiatives Officer of Governor Tim Pawlenty
Hosted by the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs in partnership with Q Health Services
Sabathani Community Center,
310 East 38th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55409.
Phone: 612.821.2300
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University of Minnesota
Nov 11 - The Veterans Appreciation Day will take place at the Great Hall in Coffman memorial Union on the Twin Cities Campus. There will be a catered lunch served at noon, guest speakers and a resource fair. The public is invited. The event runs from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Veterans Home
Nov 11 - A Veterans Day program will take place at the Minneapolis Veterans Home starting at 2:00 pm. There will be a guest speaker. Refreshments will follow the program. For more information, contact Sandy Larson at (612) 721-0620 or Sandy.Larson@state.mn.us.
Monticello
Nov 11 - The Monticello American Legion will have a program on November 11th. There will be a social hour from
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Dinner will begin at 6:00 pm dinner and feature a guest speaker.
New Richland
Nov 11 - The High School will have a program starting at 10:00 am. It will feature Gerald Gustafson, an Air Force pilot with 101 combat missions.
Nicollet
Nov 11 - There will be a program at the American Legion Post starting a 5:00 pm. It will be followed by a free meal for Veterans at 6:00 pm.
Northfield
Nov 11 - The Northfield American Legion and VFW Posts will have a program at the Veterans Memorial Park starting 11:00 am.
Norwood
Nov 11 - Norwood Central High School will have a program starting at 10:00 am.
Rosemount
Dakota County Technical College
Nov 10 - Dakota County Technical College will be hosting a Military Family Day on November 10, from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. Service providers from State and County Agencies will be available in the commons. The Armed Forces Recruiters will also be available. From noon until 1:00 pm, an Army Black Hawk Helicopter is scheduled to land at DCTC’s AMES Soccer Complex where you will be able to take a look inside and talk with the pilots.
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VFW Post 9433
Nov 11 - Rosemount VFW Post 9433 will be serving free food at 12:30 am to veterans and families.
Shakopee
Nov 11 - The VFW Post 4046 will have a program starting at 6:00 pm. It will be followed by a dinner at 7:00 pm.
Silver Bay
Nov 11 - At William Kelly High School, a program will state at 10:15 am. The special guest for the event will be residents of the Silver Bay Veterans Home. Following the program at the Veterans Home will be special lunch and afternoon bingo. DAV CHapter 18 from Carlton County is assisting with the event. For more information, contact Ward Wallin at (218) 226-6321 or ward.wallin@state.mn.us
St. Cloud
Nov 8 - A celebration of veterans is set for Nov. 8 when the annual community Veterans Day Parade will start at 1:00 p.m. and wind through the campus of the St. Cloud VA Medical Center. For more information, visit www.sctimes.com/section/vets.
St. Paul
Nov 11 - The 173rd Airborne Brigade Association, SSG John K. Weber Chapter will host a ceremony at the Vietnam Memorial in the State Capitol grounds starting at 11:00 am.
Waseca
Nov 11 - There will be a program starting at 11:00 am at the Waseca County Courthouse. It will be followed by a lunch at American Legion Post 228.
White Bear Lake
Nov 11 - Dedication of Veterans' Monument at St John’s White Bear Lake Cemetery. The graves of many veterans who have faithfully served our country during times of peace and war lie in the first cemetery of White Bear Lake founded in 1861. The St John in the Wilderness Cemetery located at White Bear Avenue and South Shore Boulevard in White Bear Lake will be dedicating a new monument to all those who have served in the armed forces of the United States (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, & Merchant Marine). A portion of the memorial cost is being donated by the White Bear Lake American Legion, Schoenrock Monument Company, and Parker and Son’s Cemetery Services along with the parish of St John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church. On Veteran’s Day, Wednesday, November 11th at 2:00 pm we will have a service in the cemetery to dedicate this new marker, including a color guard and 21 gun salute. All are welcome to attend.
Willmar
Nov 9 to 11 - The 2009 Veteran's Day observance will include a display of the military collection of USMHC, and others for all three days. Over 5,000 items of military history will be on display from the Civil War through the present. The event is being held at the Willmar City Auditorium, 311 6th St SW. For more details, visit www.usmhc.org.
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Woodbury
Nov 11 - The Woodbury Legion / VFW will have a program on Wednesday, November 11th at 3:00 pm. The Woodbury
Mayor will speak, at the Veterans Memorial at city hall.
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