#Veteran Events & Announcements 3/12 to 3/28

Listed below are the events I have for the next 14 days here in the Metro Detroit area.  Things are picking up since this event listing which has 6 new items.  You can also go to the Legion 328 website to download any flyer for these future events.  http://www.legionpost328.org/events.html  

You can get a monthly view of events by going to:
http://www.michiganveteranresources.com/Events.aspx

You can also find many other veteran events & information for Veterans on the State of MI Veterans website & Detroit Public Televisions' new Veterans website:
http://www.michiganveterans.com/home/Calendar.aspx
http://www.veterans.dptv.org/all-events

ANNOUNCEMENTS!

"Buddy-2-Buddy Job Fairs" The B2B network, which works with veterans on a large number of items, is hosting a large number of job fairs around the state of Michigan for the next several weeks.  "Buddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program The Buddy-to-Buddy Program is a peer-to-peer outreach program that provides peer support and connection to resources for Michigan Post-9/11 service members and veterans. The program places Volunteer Veterans at MIARNG armories to offer resource linkage to current service members as well as places them in the community to help any veteran in need. Volunteers are trained to help veterans find resources for a variety of concerns, such as: financial, VA benefits, education, emotional challenges, substance abuse, legal, medical, or employment. This service is completely free and confidential. The program is part of the M-SPAN suite of programs serving military service members, veterans, and their families, funded by the Welcome Back Veterans initiative. For more information on volunteering or getting assistance from the program, visit www.buddytobuddy.org, call 1-888-82-BUDDY (28339), or email buddytobuddyvvp@umich.edu. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BuddytoBuddyProgram.

"Free Shrine Circus Tickets" The Shrine Circus is honoring all Veterans & Military familes with a free presentation of the circus at the Hazel Park Racetrack, 10 Mile, Hazel Park. on Thursday the 19th.. Presentation of colors at 6:30 with opening night show starting at 7PM. You may RSVP to get your free tickets starting on 2/23/15. .

EVENTS!

"Thursday, March 12, 2015" The Detroit Red Wings, along with Patriots Hockey, is having special discount tickets to their hockey game, with prices from $30 to $50, at the Joe in downtown Detroit, 7PM. $10 of each ticket sold will be donated to Semper Fi Fund to help veterans in need. Bring your ticket stub back on March 29th for free admission to the Patriots will face off against the Detroit Engineers. To order tickets online vist the Red Wings site (promo code Hockey), call Jamie at 313-471-7138, or see flyer

"Thursday, March 12, 2015" The Purposed Transition Institute is holding a Purpose Discovery Program for Veterans at the UofM Fairlane Center (Down the street from Ritz Carlton/Henry Hotel and across the street from A&W Restaurant) 19000 Hubbard Drive Dearborn, from 8AM till 5PM. Learn how to dress to impress, networking, workshops, etc. Cost to veterans is free to attend, and tables may be reserved for those vendors with items of interest. For tickets and pricing see official website. For more information on this seminar see flyer.

"Friday, March 13, 2015" St Paul's Lutheran Church, 200 N Cedar, Imlay City, is hosting a K-9 Veterans's Day to honor those that serve guard and protect our troops, county & communities. Please join them for a military service to honor our 4 legged heros, starting at 7PM. Admission is free. See flyer for more info.

"Saturday, March 14, 2015" Lake Orion UAW is once again hosting a Veterans Benefits Awareness Class at their local hall, 180 E Suverbell, Lake Orion, from 9:30 to 3PM. Not only can you get your questions answered you will learn the ins & outs of claims, how to process, etc, taught by the top people at the VFW claims section in downtown Detroit. Cost is $15 to attend this class. For more complete info see attached flyer.

"Sunday, March 15, 2015" The MI Military Technical & Historical Society presents another in their lectures on WW II. The guest speaker is Ed Danell, 5th Marine Div, Iwo Jima. Lecture is from 2 till 4PM, admission by donation. For more info see flyer.

"Tuesday, March 17, 2015" St Clair Shores VFW Post is hosting a St Patrick's Day Party at their post, 28404 Jefferson, St Clair Shores, starting at 4PM. Cost is $5 at the door and includes beverages, corned beef sandwiches, hot dogs, and more. Dance to the Misty Blues. For more info see flyer.

"Tuesday, March 17, 2015" Am Legion Post 4 will present a Saint Patrick's Day Dance, starting at 11am till 6:30PM. Located at 401 N Groesbeck, Mt Clemens. Cost is $10 for dinner, $7 for a sandwich. For more info see flyer.

"Tuesday, March 17, 2015 (NEW)" Fort Dearborn Am Legion Post 364 will present a Saint Patrick's Day Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner, starting at Noon and run till the food runs out!. Located at 3001 S Telegraph, Dearborn. Cost is $7 for dinner, $8 for a carry-out. For more info call Phil at 313-562-3030 or see fyer.

"Thursday, March 19, 2015" The University of Detroit-Mercy School of Law is offering a free legal clinic at SS Peter & Paul Church, 438 St Antoine, Detroit, from 9 to 11AM. Today's help will focus on Veterans Benefits. To register call Alesa at the Law School at 313-596-0258. See flyer for other upcoming clinics.

"Thursday, March 19, 2015" The Shrine Circus is honoring all Veterans & Military familes with a free presentation of the circus at the Hazel Park Racetrack, 10 Mile, Hazel Park. Presentation of colors at 6:30 with opening night show starting at 7PM. You may RSVP to get your free tickets starting on 2/23/15. See flyer for complete ordering information.

"Thursday, March 19, 2015" American Indian Veterans of Michigan, & VVA Chaper 154, are hosting a Karaoke Night at their clubhouse, 26641 Lawrence, Center Line. You must be a member of either group to attend. Event runs from 5 till 10PM and is free. This is a non alcohol event. See flyer for more info.

"Saturday, March 21, 2015" Lake Orion UAW is once again hosting a Veterans Benefits Awareness Class at their local hall, 180 E Suverbell, Lake Orion, from 9:30 to 3PM. Not only can you get your questions answered you will learn the ins & outs of claims, how to process, etc, taught by the top people at the VFW claims section in downtown Detroit. Cost is $15 to attend this class. For more complete info see attached flyer.

"Saturday, March 21, 2015 " St Clair Shores VFW Post 1146 Ladies Aux is hosting a Feather Party & Meat Raffle at their post, 28404 Jefferson, St Clair Shores, starting at 6PM. Addmission is free. For more info call Nancy at 586-757-4883 or see flyer.

"Sunday, March 22, 2015" The Shrine Circus will be at the Hazel Park Raceway, 10 Mile in Hazel Park, hosting a free Veterans Appreciation Night, starting at 5PM. Tickets are free but at this time parking will be $7. Stay tuned for more information.

"Tuesday, March 24, 2015" The Detroit Red Wings, along with Patriots Hockey, is having special discount tickets to their hockey game, with prices from $30 to $50, at the Joe in downtown Detroit, 7PM. $10 of each ticket sold will be donated to Semper Fi Fund to help veterans in need. Bring your ticket stub back on March 29th for free admission to the Patriots will face off against the Detroit Engineers. To order tickets online vist the Red Wings site (promo code Hockey), call Jamie at 313-471-7138, or see flyer

"Thursday, March 26, 2015" The Detroit Red Wings, along with Patriots Hockey, is having special discount tickets to their hockey game, with prices from $30 to $50, at the Joe in downtown Detroit, 7PM. $10 of each ticket sold will be donated to Semper Fi Fund to help veterans in need. Bring your ticket stub back on March 29th for free admission to the Patriots will face off against the Detroit Engineers. To order tickets online vist the Red Wings site (promo code Hockey), call Jamie at 313-471-7138, or see flyer

"Thursday, March 26, 2015" The Patriot Week Organization is hosting its 2nd annual Patrick Henry Event at the Community House, 360 S Bates, Birmingham, from 7 to 8:30PM. Guest speakers include Oakland County Exec L. Brooks Patterson & Colonel Philip Sheridan, 127th Vice Wing Commander at Selfridge. General admission is $50. For more information see flyer.

"Saturday, March 28, 2015 (NEW)" The War Dog Memorial Association will be holding their annual Spring Clean-Up at the cemetery, 25805 Milford Rd, S Lyon, from 10AM to 3PM. They could use some help so bring your rake or gas powered blower out to the cemetery and lend a hand. For more info contact Phil at 248-685-8307.

"Saturday, March 28, 2015" The St Clair Shores VFW Post 1146 is hosting a Welcome Vietnam Veterans Day with live entertainment, munchies, & more, all for free, starting at 3PM till 7PM. The post is located at 28404 Jefferson, St Clair Shores. See flyer for more info.

And from our friends at the VFW:

5. March 12^th, Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. – Menge VFW Post 6756 Center Line – "St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef Dinner."  OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!  Invite your Family & Friends.  Post 6756 is located at 25500 Sherwood Avenue in Warren 48091.  Phone (586) 756-6756.

 

6. March 12^th, Thursday 6:15 p.m. – VFW 4156 White Lake – "BINGO".  VFW 4156 is located at 321 Union Lake Road in White Lake 48386.  Phone 248-698-8302.

 

7. March 12^th, Thursday 6:00 p.m. – Old Settlers VFW 4659 Shelby Twp. – "EUCHRE".  Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Play starts at 7:00 p.m.  Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Coney Dogs, French Fries and Chili available.  Post 4659 is located at 8311 Wilson in Shelby Twp.  48316.  Phone (586) 781-9109.

 

8. March 13^th, Friday 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Bruce VFW Post 1146 St. Clair Shores.  "FRIDAY FISH FRY DINNER and OTHER DINNERS".  Every Friday until April 3, 2015.  Senior & Children's Menu.  Extras and Sides Available.  Carry Outs available.  "OPEN TO THE PUBLIC".  Invite your Family & Friends.  Bruce Post 1146 is located at 28404 Jefferson Avenue in St. Clair Shores.  Just North of 11 Mile Road on the water side.

 

9. March 13^th, Friday 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – VFW 6802 Richmond – "ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH FRY".  NEW LOW PRICE!  Adults are $10.  Children 5-12 $5.  Children 4 and Under Free.  Carry Outs available.  OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!  VFW 6802 is located at 34339 32 Mile Road in Richmond 48062.  Phone (586) 727-1436.

 

10. March 13^th, Friday 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – VFW 7573 New Baltimore – "FISH FRY".  Includes Fish, French Fries, Coleslaw and Dessert for $8.  Carry Outs available.  Post 7573 is located at 35011 23 Mile Road in New Baltimore.  Phone (586) 725-7100.

 

11.  March 13^th, Friday 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. – VFW 1669 Royal Oak – "BURGER & FRIES for $5.50".  Happy Hour from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.  OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!  Tell your Family & Friends.  Post 1669 is located at 214 E. 4^th Street in Downtown Royal Oak, just 2 blocks East of Main Street.  Phone (248) 541-9846.

 

12. March 13^th, Friday 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. – VFW 1370 Pontiac – "Burger's- $4 w/ fries $5, Devil Dog- $3 w/ fries $4; bacon wrapped "Koegel" hot dog, beans, fresco cheese, and all the fixings including devil sauce, VFW 1370 is located at 791 Mae Court in Pontiac 48340.  Phone (248) 858-9501.

 

13.  March 13^th, Friday 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. – VFW 1669 Royal Oak – "KARAOKE IN THE CLUBROOM".  Post 1669 is located at 214 E. 4^th Street in Downtown Royal Oak, just 2 blocks East of Main Street.  Phone (248) 541-9846.

 

14.  March 14^th, Saturday 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – VFW 7573 New Baltimore – "ST. PATRICK'S DAY CORNED BEEF DINNER".  Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner for $8.  OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!  Please invite your Family & Friends.  Post 7573 is located at 35011 23 Mile Road in New Baltimore 48047.  Phone (586) 725-7100.

 

15.  March 14^th, Saturday 6:00 p.m. – Menge VFW Post 6756 Center Line – "ANNUAL EASTER MEAT RAFFLE".  Featuring TUNA, TUNA, TUNA.  Doors open at 6:00 p.m.  Fun starts at 7:15 p.m.  Food available.  Raffles.  Cash Bar.  This is 'OPEN TO THE PUBLIC", so invite your Family & Friends.  Reserve your table for your Group!  Bring your Snacks.  Post 6756 is located at 25500 Sherwood Avenue in Warren.  Phone (586) 756-6756.

 

16. March 15^th, Sunday 6:15 p.m. – VFW 4156 White Lake – "BINGO".  VFW 4156 is located at 321 Union Lake Road in White Lake 48386.  Phone 248-698-8302.

--   Tim Wirkus  Volunteer  Southfield Veterans' Commission  southfieldvets@prodigy.net  www.southfieldvets.org