Oct 2021
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Sunday
3 October 2021
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10/03/2021 - 10/05/2025
American Legion Post 455 Monthly SAL All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast
American Legion Post 455, New Egypt, United States
Come and enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet at American Legion Posts 455. See our flyer for more detail. , more details and information, click on American Legion Post 455 Monthly SAL All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast |
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Sunday
3 October 2021
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10/03/2021 - 10/05/2025
American Legion Post 455 Monthly SAL All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast
American Legion Post 455, New Egypt, United States
Come and enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet at American Legion Posts 455 every 1st Sunday of each month. See our flyer for more detail.
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Wednesday
13 October 2021
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10/13/2021
Delaware Valley Veterans Career Fair
Battleship NJ, Camden, United States
If you are a transitioning service member, veteran, or military spouse who is seeking employment in the Delaware Valley, this is the one job fair you do not want to miss. This event will showcase dozens of the region's biggest and top veteran-friendly employers. When you register, you will receive a welcome email that will include a link to upload your resume. If you fail to upload your resume prior to the career fair, recruiters will not have access to your profile. Recruiters will be using the resume database to screen candidates prior to the career fair. We will also send you an employer e-book leading up to the career fair and ask that you let us know of any jobs you apply to prior to the career fair. We will let employers know what jobs you have applied for. To Register, click here, for more details and information, click on Delaware Valley Veterans Career Fair
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Thursday
14 October 2021
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10/14/2021
Monthly Meeting of Military Support Group of New Jersey
American Legion Post 281, Gloucester TOWNSHIP aka Blackwood, United States
All are welcome to join us on THURSDAY, October 14, 2021, from 6:30 pm (doors open) to 7:00 pm. Meeting Promptly begins for the MILITARY SUPPORT GROUP of New Jersey. Please wear a mask. We are Collecting Care Package Items for our Deployed Troops. We are Collecting non-perishable Grocery Items for our Local Military Families at Pomona Air Base and Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst. And we are Collecting Holiday Care Package Items - New DVD Movies (no War movies, please), NEW CDs of Music, NEW White COTTON to the Calf Socks, Small Hand Held Games - UNO, Cribbage, Yo-yos, Harmonicas, Small puzzles. small Boxes of Assorted Chocolates, Candy Canes, Small bags or Cans of Nuts, Hard Candy, etc. ( we will be wrapping items in holiday paper, sending along with holiday cards and a Santa hat by November 18 for delivery to our Deployed Troops in time for Christmas.) Any questions, or if you know someone currently deployed, please contact us with their APO or FPO address at KarenJJennings@aol.com or via text at 609-206-2015. Thank you!
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Saturday
16 October 2021
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10/16/2021
HFTB's Inaugural Cornhole Tournament
InSports Centers, Trumbull, United States
Homes for the Brave is excited to announce its first annual Cornhole Tournament! The tournament will take place at InSports Trumbull on Saturday, October 16, 2021, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The cost per team is $100 (for two players) and includes a double-elimination tournament, cash prizes for the top three teams, raffle prizes, and more. All proceeds from this event will benefit Homes for the Brave and the Veterans that they serve. Located in Bridgeport, CT, Homes for the Brave provides housing, mental health, and employment services to Veterans experiencing homelessness, helping them to secure income, build life skills, and make meaningful contributions to our community. Since its founding in 2002, Homes for the Brave has helped over 1,400 homeless individuals. For tickets and information, please visit https://www.homesforthebrave.org/event/cornhole-tournament/?event_date=2021-10-16.
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Saturday
23 October 2021
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10/23/2021
Craft Bazar and Flea Market
Legion Post 232, Barnegat, United States
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Saturday
23 October 2021
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10/23/2021
Shittz Creek Fall Hog Fest
The American Legion Riders Chapter 281 will be hosting the first Shittz Creek Fall Hog fest on October 23rd at Stetser Lamartine American Legion Post 281. All are invited to a day of revelry next to Shittz Creek with the RIders! $20 donation gets you food, drinks, draft beer, and... Live music from Jailbreak! There will also be games and a 50/50. All proceeds go to veterans programs of the American Legion Riders Chapter 281. Share with your friends and family, and take a ride to 281 to join us for the Hog Fest at Shittz Creek! , more details and information, click on Shittz Creek Fall Hog Fest |
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Wednesday
27 October 2021 -
3 November 2021 
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10/27/2021 - 11/3/2021
Remembering Our Fallen Memorial
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Saturday
30 October 2021
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10/30/2021
Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation Gala Philadelphia
Rivers Casino, Philadelphia, United States
Please join the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at the Rivers Casino (formerly Sugarhouse Casino) for our Annual Gala. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour at 6:30 pm, followed by a seated dinner, awards, and auction. Military Guest of Honor is Lt. General Matthew G. Glavy. Deputy Commandant. USMC. Others to be announced - Military Honorees - Medal of Honor Recipients - Semper Fidelis Award / Eagle, Globe & Anchor Award. Black Tie Optional - Military Dress. $250 per person. Tables available - 10 seats - $2500. Medal of Honor Tables are available for $3500. For more info and reservations, visit https://www.mclefphila.org/.
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Nov 2021
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Friday
5 November 2021
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11/05/2021
Philadelphia Union League - American Legion Post 405 - Annual Dinner Gala
Union League – Liberty Hill, Lafayette Hill, United States
Philadelphia Union League - American Legion Post 405 - Annual Dinner Gala November 5, 2021, Open Bar Cocktail Hour and Silent Auction begins at 6:00 PM At Union League Liberty Hill, 309 Manor Rd., Lafayette Hill, Pa Open Bar and Robust Silent Auction: Something for everyone The Benjamin Franklin post proudly announces our guest of honor and recipient of the: Benjamin Franklin Medal for Service Lt. General Ronald S. Coleman (USMC, Retired)) In April 1999, Lt Gen Coleman deployed to the Balkan Region and served as J-4, Joint Task Force Shining Hope. In 2003, Lt Gen Coleman reported to the 2nd Force Service Support Group deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom as Commanding General Special Purpose MAGTF. He deployed again from February 2004 until June 2004 as commanding general, Combined Joint Task Force Haiti, in support of Operation Secure Tomorrow. For his leadership in Haiti, the French government awarded him the Gold Medal of French Defense. Lt Gen Coleman received his third star on October 27, 2006. At the time, he was only the second African American to attain the rank of lieutenant general in the United States Marine Corps. His third star was pinned by Lt Gen Frank E. Petersen, the first African-American to become a general in the USMC. * Black Tie, Military Mess Dress, Legion Cap, and Military medals are optional * * Reservations are required, and limited * Price is $115 Tickets available on the UL Calendar or at: www.phillypost405.com.
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Saturday
6 November 2021
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11/06/2021
Cpl Marc T Ryan 5K Memorial Run/Walk
VFW Post 3620, Gloucester City, United States
In memory of Cpl. Marc T. Ryan, USMC (KIA November 15, 2004, * Ramadi, Al Anbar Province * Operation Iraqi Freedom) Start Time: 9:00 am EST. Price: $25.00 ($30 on race day). Race day registration starts – 7:30 am at VFW, 27-29 N. Burlington St., Gloucester City, NJ 08030. New USATF Certified Course. Long Sleeve Colored T-Shirts for the first 400 registrants. Post-race food & beverages. After the race block celebration, Cpl. Ryan Tribute, Big Jim dedication, & awards presentation. To sign up online, go to https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/GloucesterCity/CplMarcTRyanMemorialMCLEF5kRunWalk ONLINE Registration closes 10pm Thursday, Oct. 28. Mail-in registrations must be postmarked by 10-30-2021 (Sat.).
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Saturday
6 November 2021
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11/06/2021
Annual Veteran’s Kick-a-Thon to benefit Homes for the Brave
InSports Centers, Trumbull, United States
Please join The American Tang Soo Do Association and KAMAS Karate at their Annual Veteran’s Kick-a-Thon to benefit Homes for the Brave, a nonprofit dedicated to providing housing and services to homeless Veterans. The event will take place at Insports Centers, 29 Trefoil Drive in Trumbull, on Saturday, November 6th, from 12:00-2:00 pm. Each student has been asked to collect donations for the number of kicks they will execute during the 90-minute event. Kick counters will count and record the number of kicks that each student completes. All proceeds will support Homes for the Brave. To sponsor this charitable event, please call Mea at (203) 338-0669. To participate as a kicker, please call KAMAS Karate at (203) 261-3599. All are welcome to spectate! Please visit https://www.homesforthebrave.org/event/kickathon/?event_date=2021-11-06 for more information.
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Thursday
14 October 2021
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11/06/2021
Annual Veteran’s Kick-a-Thon to benefit Homes for the Brave
InSports Centers, Trumbull, United States
Please join The American Tang Soo Do Association and KAMAS Karate at their Annual Veteran’s Kick-a-Thon to benefit Homes for the Brave, a nonprofit dedicated to providing housing and services to homeless Veterans. The event will take place at Insports Centers, 29 Trefoil Drive in Trumbull, on Saturday, November 6th, from 12:00-2:00 pm. Each student has been asked to collect donations for the number of kicks they will execute during the 90-minute event. Kick counters will count and record the number of kicks that each student completes. All proceeds will support Homes for the Brave. To sponsor this charitable event, please call Mea at (203) 338-0669. To participate as a kicker, please call KAMAS Karate at (203) 261-3599. All are welcome to spectate! Please visit https://www.homesforthebrave.org/event/kickathon/?event_date=2021-11-06 for more information.
For more details and information, click on Annual Veteran’s Kick-a-Thon to benefit Homes for the Brave
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Sunday
7 November 2021
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11/07/2021
Philadelphia Veterans Parade
Philadelphia Veterans Parade, Philadelphia, United States
The Philadelphia Veterans Parade is now accepting applications for the 2021 Philadelphia Veterans Parade and Festival, being held on Sunday, November 7, 2021. To apply to participate in the Parade, reserve a VSO Table or interest in Sponsorship, please visit https://www.phillyveteransparade.org/.
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Thursday
11 November 2021
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11/11/2021 - 11/13/2021
Premier of theatrical play, "22 A Day"
American Legion Post #455, New Egypt, United States
NJ MTMPlayers presents the Premier of play, 22 A Day! Local NJ Playwrights Mark A. Bodrog (Capt. USMC, Ret.) and Hunter Haskins (USMC, Ret.) bring a troubling and eye-opening play "22 A DAY" for their premier performance by the American Legion Post 455-led acting troupe "The MTM Players" for three performances. Veteran's Day, November 11th, November 12th, and November 13th, all at 7:30 PM at our legion post (Doors open at 6:00 PM). Proceeds will help Veteran suicide awareness and homeless programs. Tickets are $22, which includes a finger food buffet and draft beer for those 21 and over (I.D. will be checked). Ticket Link and details of event: https://22aday.bpt.me/ Promo Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgxMxf2qMpY On our opening performance on Veteran's Day, November 11th, ALL VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY will get one free admission by showing proof at the door. Just check the VSO/Active Military option at check out. NOTE: ALL TICKETS WILL BE HELD AT THE DOOR. PLEASE PRESENT YOUR NAME, CONFIRMATION INFORMATION, AND, IF APPLICABLE, YOUR V.S.O. MEMBER/MILITARY I.D. TO GAIN ENTRANCE. SYNOPSIS: Mark is a recently retired Marine Captain with a wife and baby. He is obsessed with the number of veterans committing suicide (averaging 22 per day). Along with his marine brother Betts and a crusty old Korean and Vietnam War vet, "Uncle Harry", Mark explores solutions to the high suicide rate among veterans. He even gets a meeting with his Congressional Representative to discuss possible legislation. As the day unfolds, Mark continues to count the vets committing suicide. By the close of the play, Mark suffers a personal tragedy himself. Will he be among today's 22? Adult situations/minor language -Topics: Suicide, minor simulated bloody injury in one scene, alcohol consumption. Parental Discretion Advised. We will leave it up to the parents to judge if their child is mature enough for these tough subjects. (No sexual content-only adult situations/topics) Semper Fi.
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Thursday
11 November 2021
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11/11/2021 - 11/13/2021
Presentation of the Play "22 a Day"
American Legion Post 455, New Egypt, United States
Come and experience a play written and presented to bring awareness to veteran suicides. See our flyer for more information.
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Monday
15 November 2021
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11/15/2021
KNOWN BUT TO GOD
Union League, Philadelphia, United States
Known but to God all American Legion - Post #405 Fiends and Guests are invited to a presentation "Known but to God." WHERE: Union League (Downtown) 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA Legion Post 405. WHEN: November 15th at 6 pm. GUEST SPEAKER: Kara R. Newcomer. Known but to God: The selection and burial of America's WWI Unknown Soldier". PROGRAM – "Known but to God: The selection and burial of America's WWI Unknown Soldier" (at the 100th Anniversary). Gives an overview of the selection of the WWI Unknown Soldier. This includes background on how the candidate was selected and then his journey home to the US, and the ceremonies leading up to his internment in Arlington National Cemetery. There is a bit of a Marine Corps bent to the talk as that was the agency Kara was working for at the time when she first wrote her article and first created the presentation. The presentation includes a PowerPoint slideshow with both photos and a few news (movie) clips taken during the events in 1921. DRESS CODE: Business Attire (Men Coat and Tie – no jeans or sneakers please) NO CHARGE for the event PLEASE REGISTER at: http://www.phillypost405.com.
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Thursday
18 November 2021
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11/18/2021
2021 Freedom Medal Dinner
Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association and Delaware County Council Present the 2021 Freedom Medal Honorees Thursday, November 18, 2021, 5:00 PM Springfield Country Club Honorees: DEDICATION TO OUR COUNTRY James Birkhead, US Marine Corps Lt. General Ronald Coleman, US Navy, and US Marine Corps Brigadier General Carol A. Eggert, Ph.D., US Army, Army Reserves, US Coast Guard Lt. Colonel Maura “Mo” Gillen, US Army Angelo Marsello, US Navy Gladys Hoffmire Martin, US Navy DEDICATION TO EDUCATION Dan Fantozzi, Tara Gallagher, Melissa Haebel, Marcy Liberi, Bridgid Scolis, Patience Scott, Kevin Stahler Third Grade Teaching Team at Wallingford Elementary School DEDICATION TO OUR COUNTRY & COMMUNITY Boeing PRESIDENT’S AWARD June Rocklin Robbins – Rosie the Riveter.
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Monday
15 November 2021
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11/18/2021
7th Annual Freedom Medal Dinner
Springfield Country Club, Springfield, United States
The Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association invites you to attend the 7th Annual Freedom Medal Dinner, a night of food, fun, and patriotic celebration honoring local veterans in the community for their service and dedication. The dinner will be held on November 18 at the Springfield Country and benefits the Memorial, an interactive educational venue honoring the service of all veterans. We hope you will join us on this monumental night as we continue to fulfill our mission to remember and honor our nation’s history now and for generations to come! Tickets and sponsorships are still available online at https://www.delcoveteransmemorial.org/freedom-medal-awards. For further information, please contact us at info@delcoveteransmemorial.com or (610) 400-8722.
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