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Congressman Keith Ellison's Job Far When: Feb. 22, 5:30-8:30 p.m.; Town Hall Forum 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Lower Level of the Minneapolis Urban League, Minneapolis About: Ellison, policy experts and local economic development leaders discuss, in a town hall setting, how to overcome economic disparities within the community. Bring your resume and with employers looking to hire! More Info: Flyer
Nationwide Virtual Career Fair When: Feb. 23, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: Online About: The event, hosted by Milicruit, includes military friendly employers that represent thousands of available opportunities.
Patriotic Program When: Feb. 23, 9:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. Where: Bel Air Elementary School Gym, New Brighton About: Class of over 140 children will perform numerous songs to celebrate President's Day. More Info: Flyer
Act of Valor - Military Appreciation Weekend When: Feb. 24-26, 2012 Where: Mall of America, Bloomington About: Exclusive package to watch "Act of Valor," a motion picture starring active duty Navy Seals, includes reduced-price admission and two for one drinks at the STARBAR. More Info: Website and trailer Military families and Yellow Ribbon volunteers are invited to an advanced screening of Act of Valor. Download a pair of passes to see Act of Valor at the Theaters at Mall of America on Tuesday, Feb. 21st at 7:30 p.m. RSVP at: www.Gofobo.com/RSVP and enter code WOMNYUUQ9 (limited quanties, offer available while supplies last)
Yellow Ribbon Rendezvous When: Feb. 24-26, 2012 Where: Cragun's Resort, Brainerd About: Yellow Ribbon Network volunteers from around the state are planning for a weekend of family fun. Join them to network, trade ideas and connect with others doing amazing things for Servicemembers and their military families. Reservations required. More Info: Flyer
Culver's Jammers Marathon Jam When: Feb. 25, noon - 6 p.m. Where: Spring Lake Park VFW About: Fourth annual fundraiser for the Fisher House of Minneapolis. Each guest pays $2 to hear live bluegrass, gospel and country music all afternoon. More Info: Flyer
Arenacross Military Offer When: Feb. 25, 7 p.m. Where: Target Center, Minneapolis About: Don't miss the last stop on the tour where bikers navigate an intimate arena setting which includes amazing airtime, intense speed and all the close-contact racing from superstars-in-waiting. More Info: Flyer
Pancake Feed When: Feb. 26, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Where: Austin American Legion About: Hosted by the Austin area Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network, everyone is invited.
MCEC Training When: Feb. 28-29, 2012 Where: Minnesota Department of Education Conference Center, Roseville About: Professional-development training opportunity from the Military Child Education Coalition, designed for educators and professionals to reach out in a support network to the children of the Army National Guard and Reserve. This training is open to guidance professionals, school administration and other caring adults. Educational credits may be earned.
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Disney on Ice When: RSVP by Feb. 28, 2012; Show runs from Feb. 29 - March 4 Where: Target Center, Minneapolis About: Presenting "Dare to Dream," showcasing all of Disney's favorite princesses as they take to the ice. More Info: Flyer
Black History Month Event When: Feb. 29, 1-2:30 p.m. Where: Minnesota History Center, St. Paul About: Maj. Joe Goemer, one of 46 surviving Tuskagee Airmen and the only one residing in Minnesota, is part of the distinguised panel for the event "African-Americans in Aviation: Then and Now."
Operation Welcome Home at the Miracle Lodge When: March 30 - April 1, 2012 April 27-29, 2012 May 10-12, 2012 Sep. 14-16, 2012 Where: Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, Stewartville About: The Miracle Lodge has become the premier facility for retreats for Soldiers and their families, having served over 300 families since 2007. Retreats are free of charge for all military and include a retreat for spouses of deployed Servicemembers, two retreats for couples and a wounded warrior weekend. More Info: Website Military Family Fair When: March 3, 7:45 - 9:15 p.m. Where: Hastings Civic Arena About: March is Minnesota Food Share Month, and the Hastings Yellow Ribbon Network is inviting the public to a free skating event. Bring a nonperishable food item and the donation will be matched. More Info: Flyer
Support Our Troops Day! When: March 4, 2012 Where: Buck Hill, Burnsville About: A unique day for troops and their immediate families, including children. Receive a free lift ticket for skiing and snowboarding with military identification. A limited number of snow tubing tickets are also available. More Info: Website
Veterans Wilderness Training Trips When: March 5-10, 2012 Where: The Everglades in Florida About: Designed to build on veterans' leadership experience and promote lifelong outdoor-recreation skills. Veterans spend six days alongside fellow veterans camping, paddling, hiking and exploring the wild outdoors with experienced professionals who will train them to lead their own adventure trips. More Info: Website Career Expo When: March 6, 4:30 - 7 p.m. Where: Goodwill/Easter Seals, St. Paul About: Recruiters from multiple business lines within Wells Fargo will share career-related opportunities and be available to answer any career questions. More Info: Flyer
Nationwide Virtual Career Fair When: March 14, 4-7 p.m. Where: Online About: Meet with over 50 military friendly employers and government agencies online. Build a profile, upload a resume, visit employer booths, view and apply for jobs and chat live with recruitiers. More Info: Flyer
Bloomington VFW Fundraiser When: March 24, 5 p.m. Where: Bloomington VFW About: Take time to support military families by participating in the raffle ($250 grand prize) and enjoying a fettuccini carbonara meal. More Info: Flyer
Operation Welcome Home at the Miracle Lodge When: March 30 - April 1, 2012 Where: Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, Stewartville About: This weekend is a retreat for spouses of deployed military personnel and is free of charge. More Info: Website
Honoring Servicewomen - Past and Present When: March 31, 2012, noon - 3 p.m. Where: Gallagher Hansen VFW Post #295, South St. Paul More Info: Flyer
Break the Ice 5K/10K Run and Walk When: March 31, 9 a.m. Where: Allison Park, Sleepy Eye About: Raising money for the Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention program, a nonprofit organization.
Veterans Wilderness Training Trips When: Trips in March, June, July and August, 2012 Where: The Everglades in Florida, Yellowstone in Wyoming and Boundary Waters in Minnesota About: Designed to build on veterans' leadership experience and promote lifelong outdoor-recreation skills. Veterans spend six-to-seven days alongside fellow veterans camping, paddling, hiking and exploring the wild outdoors with experienced professionals who will train them to lead their own adventure trips. More Info: Website 3rd Annual Hastings High School Military Support Group Military Picnic When: April 15, 1-4 p.m. Where: Hastings National Guard Armory About: Students are again acknowledging the service and sacrifice of Servicemembers, veterans and military families, and are looking to serve over 150 during the Military Picnic. Donations of food, beverages and door prizes are appreciated. Contact: Melissa Bezotte at 651-480-7496, or by
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Operation Welcome Home at the Miracle Lodge When: April 27-29, 2012 Where: Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, Stewartville About: This is a faith-based weekend to provide encouragement, hope and inspiration to veterans and their spouses. Offered at no cost for military couples. More Info: Website
Tribute to the Troops 5k Run & 3k Walk & Scoops for Troops Ice Cream Social
Wounded Warrior Weekend When: May 10-12, 2012 Where: Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, Stewartville About: A free weekend to inspire hope and encouragement. Activities include a wild turkey hunt. More Info: Website
Mother/Grandmother Luncheon When: May 12, 2012 Where: St. Michaels Catholic Church, Farmington About: Volunteers are needed to serve over 100 mothers and grandmothers, and small items to stock gift bags are being sought. Also, mothers and grandmothers with a child currently serving are being asked to save the date. More Info: Call 651-460-2248
Tough Mudder - Team Vet Center When: May 19, 2012 Where: Somerset Amphitheater, WI About: Billed as, "Probably the toughest event on the planet," Tough Mudder is a 10-12 mile obstacle course designed to test all around strength, stamina, mental grit and camaraderie. The Brooklyn Park Vet Center is getting a group of veterans together to participate.
2nd Annual Pre Memorial Day Veteran's Dinner and Prayer Service
When: May 19, dinner 4-6 p.m.; prayer service 6:30 p.m. Where: Woodbury Lutheran Church About: RSVP by April 28, registration closes when 200 guests are reached. More Info: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to RSVP using subject line, "Veteran's Dinner RSVP."
Old Glory Run When: May 19, 10 a.m. Where: Cold Spring Baseball Park About: Lunch and beverages provided after the 5K Run/Walk and 1K Kids Fun Run. More Info: Flyer
Federal Employee Discount Tickets - St. Paul Saints When: 2012 Season Where: Midway Stadium, St. Paul About: For as little as $10, federal employees can get a general admission ticket and a hotdog.
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Trolling for the Troops 2012 When: June 7-8. 2012 Where: Mille Lacs Lake and Mississippi River About: Disabled and recently-returned Soldiers can complete an application, to include a DD214, for an opportunity to fish with the National Guard Professional Angling Team. Most recently deployed will have preference.
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Veterans Wilderness Training Trips When: June 10-16, 2012 Where: The Boundary Waters in Minnesota About: Designed to build on veterans' leadership experience and promote lifelong outdoor-recreation skills. Veterans spend seven days alongside fellow veterans camping, paddling, hiking and exploring the wild outdoors with experienced professionals who will train them to lead their own adventure trips. More Info: Website MCEC Professional Development Training When: June 11-12, 2012 Where: Le St. Germain Suite Hotel, St. Cloud About: Training opportunity, provided by the Military Child Education Coalition, for guidance professionals, school administration and other caring adults interested in learning more about the military child. Continuing Education Credits offered. More Info: Flyer Care Packages for Soldiers When: June 16, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Where: Bergdale Harley Davidson, Albert Lea / Waseca American Legion About: Fundraiser complete with motorcycle ride, dinner, silent auction, raffle and entertainment. More Info: Flyer Strong Bonds - Couples Retreat When: June 22-24, 2012 Where: Metro area About: This unit-based, chaplain-led program strengthens the Army family through relationship education and skills training. This retreat is for Servicemembers who have recently returned from deployment and their spouses. Contact: Sgt. 1st Class Hickory Smith at 651-282-4287 or by
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Care Packages for Soldiers When: July 14, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Where: Busters Sports Bar and Grill, Mankato About: Fundraiser complete with motorcycle ride, dinner, silent auction, raffle and entertainment. More Info: Flyer Strong Bonds - Couples Retreat When: July 27-29, 2012 Where: Metro area About: This unit-based, chaplain-led program strengthens the Army family through relationship education and skills training. This retreat is for Servicemembers who have recently returned from deployment and their spouses. Contact: Sgt. 1st Class Hickory Smith at 651-282-4287 or by
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Veterans Wilderness Training Trips When: July 27 - Aug. 1, 2012 Where: Yellowstone in Wyoming About: Designed to build on veterans' leadership experience and promote lifelong outdoor-recreation skills. Veterans spend six days alongside fellow veterans camping, paddling, hiking and exploring the wild outdoors with experienced professionals who will train them to lead their own adventure trips. More Info: Website
Care Packages for Soldiers
When: Aug. 18, 2012 Where: Niesen's Sports Bar, Savage About: Fundraiser complete with motorcycle ride, dinner, silent auction, raffle and entertainment. More Info: Flyer
Strong Bonds - Couples Retreat
When: Aug. 24-26, 2012 Where: Brainerd About: This unit-based, chaplain-led program strengthens the Army family through relationship education and skills training. This retreat is for Servicemembers who have recently returned from deployment and their spouses. Contact: Sgt. 1st Class Hickory Smith at 651-282-4287 or by This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Veterans Wilderness Training Trips
When: August 27 - Sep. 2, 2012 Where: Boundary Waters in Minnesota About: Designed to build on veterans' leadership experience and promote lifelong outdoor-recreation skills. Veterans spend seven days alongside fellow veterans camping, paddling, hiking and exploring the wild outdoors with experienced professionals who will train them to lead their own adventure trips. More Info: Website
Strong Bonds - Single Soldier Retreat When: Sep. 7-9, 2012 Where: Brainerd About: This unit-based, chaplain-led program strengthens the Army family through relationship education and skills training. This retreat is for single soldiers. Contact: Sgt. 1st Class Hickory Smith at 651-282-4287 or by This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Operation Welcome Home at the Miracle Lodge When: Sep. 14-16, 2012 Where: Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, Stewartville About: This is a faith-based weekend to provide encouragement, hope and inspiration to veterans and their spouses. Offered at no cost for military couples. More Info: Website
"Charley's Aunt" at the Guthrie Theater When: Now through Jan. 15, 2012 Where: Guthrie Theater, Minneapolis About: Servicemembers and their families can call the Guthrie Box Office and mention the "MILITARY" offer to save 50% on all evening performances.
Army 237th Birthday & Flag Day When: June 14, 2012 Where: Minnesota History Center, St. Paul About: Be present for a private viewing of rare, early published version of the United States Constitution and an even more rare draft of the Bill of Rights. More Info: Flyer
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