Events

Jun
18
Sat
MPMA Chicago Chapter 2 50th Anniversary Banquet @ Chicago Lake Shore Hotel
Jun 18 @ 7:00 pm – Jun 19 @ 12:00 am

Buy TicketsDear Community Friend and Veteran Supporter:

The Montford Point Marine Association, Inc. (MPMA, Inc.) invites you to join us as we celebrate our 50th Anniversary, June 18, 2016 in Chicago, Illinois.

MPMA, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 non-profit veteran service organization established in June 1966 to perpetuate the legacy of the first African Americans who entered the Marine Corps. Our membership is open to veterans of all of the Armed Forces. Our purpose is to support education, advocate veteran programs, and promote community service. Now in existence for close to fifty years, MPMA, Inc. continues to strive to expand its programs and offerings to the community.

In order to meet our mission and provide services within our community, we rely on the generosity of individuals and businesses. So we’re asking for your support by placing an ad in our 50th Anniversary Journal. Your generosity will make a huge difference by allowing us to continue our community work and would be a great way to show your ongoing support to our Association and the legacy of the Montford Point Marines.

Again, we hope that you will be able to take part in one or more of the many exciting events we have planned during our 50th Anniversary Weekend (June 17-19, 2016) in Chicago, Illinois. For more information please visit www.montfordpointmarineschicago.org to experience firsthand the pride we take in supporting our cause and preserving the legacy of the WWII veterans of Montford Point Camp.

Sincerely,
Sharon Stokes-Parry
Sharon Stokes-Parry
President, Chicago Chapter 2
Montford Point Marine Association, Inc.

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MPMA 50th Banquet Flyer

Sep
7
Thu
50th Commemoration of the Vietnam War 2017 @ Brookfield Zoo in the Swan Pavilion
Sep 7 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm

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The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs, Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA), Brookfield Zoo, and The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration will host The VIETNAM WAR 50TH COMMEMORATION ceremony on Thursday, September 7, 2017; and invites all eligible veterans to complete the enclosed application and return to Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs office no later than Friday, August 25, 2017.

ELIGIBILITY: Living United States veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the Vietnam War period of November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975, regardless of location, are eligible to receive one Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin. The Lapel Pin, its shortened moniker, is used to help listeners and/or readers understand the weight of importance and symbolism represented in each element of this “lasting memento of the nation’s gratitude” presented to all Vietnam veterans.

The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration

50th Commemoration of the Vietnam War

Thursday, September 7th, 2017

Application is due to Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs by

August 25, 2017 11:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.

http://www.vietnamwar50th.com/

Brookfield Zoo in the Swan Pavilion

The Pavilions at Brookfield Zoo are located near the North Gate entrance

8400 31st Street (1st Avenue & 31st Street) | Brookfield, Illinois 60513

 

The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs requests the honor of all veterans’ who served during the Vietnam War (from 11/1/1955 through 5/15/1975) participation at The 50TH COMMEMORATION OF THE VIETNAM WAR ceremony, which will be held at Brookfield Zoos’ Swan Pavilion. The Vietnam War 50th Commemoration ceremony will take place on Thursday, September 7, beginning at 11:00 A.M. until 1:30 P.M. The purpose of this program is to recognize, thank and honor United States military veterans who served during the Vietnam War. Vietnam Veterans participating in the 50th Commemoration ceremony will be recognized with one Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin, Presidential Proclamation (2012), Certificate of Appreciation, and Resolution from the Cook County Board of Commissioners. Any Vietnam Era veterans interested in participating must submit the attached application. The commemoration aims to thank and honor veterans of the Vietnam War, including personnel who were held as prisoners of war (POW), or listed as missing in action (MIA), for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the United States and to thank and honor the families of these veterans.

Jan
18
Thu
Jesse Brown VA Vietnam Veteran Commemoration @ Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
Jan 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

VA Medical Center to Host Vietnam Veteran Commemoration

 

The Jesse Brown Veterans Health Care System (JBVHCS) and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) are collaborating to host a Vietnam Veteran Commemoration.

When:  Thursday, January 18, 2018, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

 

Where: Jesse Brown VA Medical Center

   820 S. Damen Ave. (Kizer Conference Center | 2nd Floor, Damen Bldg).

       Chicago, IL 60612

 

Join JBVHCS and IDVA on January 18, 2018 as we honor our heroes!

 

Each Vietnam Veteran will receive the Commemoration Pin during the ceremony.

 

Eligibility: Living United States Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975 (regardless of location) are eligible to receive one lapel pin.

 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VAChicago/events

       Vietnam Veteran Commemoration

 

For any questions, please contact us at: chspao@va.gov

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Mar
29
Thu
National Vietnam War Veterans Day 2018 @ Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
Mar 29 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
National Vietnam War Veterans Day 2018 @ Jesse Brown VA Medical Center | Chicago | Illinois | United States

Join Jesse Brown Veterans Health Care System, VBA Chicago Regional Office and the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery as we recognize and thank Vietnam Veterans for their service and sacrifices.

Thursday, March 29, 2018  11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Jesse Brown VA Medical Center | 820 S. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL. 60612

Kizer Conference Center | 2nd Fl. Damen Bldg.

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Aug
27
Mon
VAC of Cook County 2nd Annual Back to School Program @ V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)
Aug 27 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County will be providing free school supplies for all children who are associated with a Military Veteran (child of a Veteran, niece/nephew of a Veteran, cousin of a Veteran, brother/sister of a Veteran, family friend of a Veteran etc.) and will be attending grades K-12 this school year.

WHERE IS THE EVENT:

The event will be held at the:

V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)

1100 S. Hamilton Ave. C-011 Lower Level

Chicago, Illinois 60612

WHEN IS THE EVENT:

The event will be hosted on the following dates:

Monday, August 27, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 29, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 30, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Friday, August 31, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

*You may register and attend one time during the week-long event.

*You can arrive anytime between the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with your ticket(s) on the date you registered for only.

WHAT TO BRING:

*You must bring Your Children’s School Supply List(s)

*Your Registration Ticket(s) for entry

*Back Pack(s), Bag(s), or Box(es) to carry the supplies home.

Unfortunately, the V.A.C. will not have bags or boxes to issue on the days of the event.

HOW TO REGISTER:

*Please make sure to register 1 TICKET for each Adult/child that will attend on the chosen date of the event.

EXAMPLE A:

1 Adult plans on attending on Monday, August 27th and will request school supplies for 3 children that WILL attend with the 1 adult; this adult will then register for 4 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Monday, August 27th.

EXAMPLE B:

1 Adult plans on attending on Wednesday, August 29th and will request school supplies for 2 children that WILL NOT attend; this adult will then register for 1 TICKET in total under the registration tab for Wednesday, August 29th.

EXAMPLE C:

2 Adults plan on attending on Friday, August 31st and will request school supplies for 4 children but only 1 child WILL attend with the 2 adults; these adults will then register for 3 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Friday, August 31st.

*Please note: The children are not required to attend this event but, we encourage you to bring your children with you to pick out their supplies 😉

QUESTIONS/ INQUIRIES/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

If you have any questions regarding the event, or, you would like to volunteer to assist with the event please contact:

Elizabeth D. Soto

312-433-6013

elizabeth.soto@cookcountyil.gov

Aug
28
Tue
VAC of Cook County 2nd Annual Back to School Program @ V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)
Aug 28 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County will be providing free school supplies for all children who are associated with a Military Veteran (child of a Veteran, niece/nephew of a Veteran, cousin of a Veteran, brother/sister of a Veteran, family friend of a Veteran etc.) and will be attending grades K-12 this school year.

WHERE IS THE EVENT:

The event will be held at the:

V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)

1100 S. Hamilton Ave. C-011 Lower Level

Chicago, Illinois 60612

WHEN IS THE EVENT:

The event will be hosted on the following dates:

Monday, August 27, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 29, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 30, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Friday, August 31, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

*You may register and attend one time during the week-long event.

*You can arrive anytime between the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with your ticket(s) on the date you registered for only.

WHAT TO BRING:

*You must bring Your Children’s School Supply List(s)

*Your Registration Ticket(s) for entry

*Back Pack(s), Bag(s), or Box(es) to carry the supplies home.

Unfortunately, the V.A.C. will not have bags or boxes to issue on the days of the event.

HOW TO REGISTER:

*Please make sure to register 1 TICKET for each Adult/child that will attend on the chosen date of the event.

EXAMPLE A:

1 Adult plans on attending on Monday, August 27th and will request school supplies for 3 children that WILL attend with the 1 adult; this adult will then register for 4 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Monday, August 27th.

EXAMPLE B:

1 Adult plans on attending on Wednesday, August 29th and will request school supplies for 2 children that WILL NOT attend; this adult will then register for 1 TICKET in total under the registration tab for Wednesday, August 29th.

EXAMPLE C:

2 Adults plan on attending on Friday, August 31st and will request school supplies for 4 children but only 1 child WILL attend with the 2 adults; these adults will then register for 3 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Friday, August 31st.

*Please note: The children are not required to attend this event but, we encourage you to bring your children with you to pick out their supplies 😉

QUESTIONS/ INQUIRIES/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

If you have any questions regarding the event, or, you would like to volunteer to assist with the event please contact:

Elizabeth D. Soto

312-433-6013

elizabeth.soto@cookcountyil.gov

Aug
29
Wed
VAC of Cook County 2nd Annual Back to School Program @ V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)
Aug 29 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County will be providing free school supplies for all children who are associated with a Military Veteran (child of a Veteran, niece/nephew of a Veteran, cousin of a Veteran, brother/sister of a Veteran, family friend of a Veteran etc.) and will be attending grades K-12 this school year.

WHERE IS THE EVENT:

The event will be held at the:

V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)

1100 S. Hamilton Ave. C-011 Lower Level

Chicago, Illinois 60612

WHEN IS THE EVENT:

The event will be hosted on the following dates:

Monday, August 27, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 29, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 30, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Friday, August 31, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

*You may register and attend one time during the week-long event.

*You can arrive anytime between the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with your ticket(s) on the date you registered for only.

WHAT TO BRING:

*You must bring Your Children’s School Supply List(s)

*Your Registration Ticket(s) for entry

*Back Pack(s), Bag(s), or Box(es) to carry the supplies home.

Unfortunately, the V.A.C. will not have bags or boxes to issue on the days of the event.

HOW TO REGISTER:

*Please make sure to register 1 TICKET for each Adult/child that will attend on the chosen date of the event.

EXAMPLE A:

1 Adult plans on attending on Monday, August 27th and will request school supplies for 3 children that WILL attend with the 1 adult; this adult will then register for 4 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Monday, August 27th.

EXAMPLE B:

1 Adult plans on attending on Wednesday, August 29th and will request school supplies for 2 children that WILL NOT attend; this adult will then register for 1 TICKET in total under the registration tab for Wednesday, August 29th.

EXAMPLE C:

2 Adults plan on attending on Friday, August 31st and will request school supplies for 4 children but only 1 child WILL attend with the 2 adults; these adults will then register for 3 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Friday, August 31st.

*Please note: The children are not required to attend this event but, we encourage you to bring your children with you to pick out their supplies 😉

QUESTIONS/ INQUIRIES/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

If you have any questions regarding the event, or, you would like to volunteer to assist with the event please contact:

Elizabeth D. Soto

312-433-6013

elizabeth.soto@cookcountyil.gov

Aug
30
Thu
VAC of Cook County 2nd Annual Back to School Program @ V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)
Aug 30 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County will be providing free school supplies for all children who are associated with a Military Veteran (child of a Veteran, niece/nephew of a Veteran, cousin of a Veteran, brother/sister of a Veteran, family friend of a Veteran etc.) and will be attending grades K-12 this school year.

WHERE IS THE EVENT:

The event will be held at the:

V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)

1100 S. Hamilton Ave. C-011 Lower Level

Chicago, Illinois 60612

WHEN IS THE EVENT:

The event will be hosted on the following dates:

Monday, August 27, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 29, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 30, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Friday, August 31, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

*You may register and attend one time during the week-long event.

*You can arrive anytime between the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with your ticket(s) on the date you registered for only.

WHAT TO BRING:

*You must bring Your Children’s School Supply List(s)

*Your Registration Ticket(s) for entry

*Back Pack(s), Bag(s), or Box(es) to carry the supplies home.

Unfortunately, the V.A.C. will not have bags or boxes to issue on the days of the event.

HOW TO REGISTER:

*Please make sure to register 1 TICKET for each Adult/child that will attend on the chosen date of the event.

EXAMPLE A:

1 Adult plans on attending on Monday, August 27th and will request school supplies for 3 children that WILL attend with the 1 adult; this adult will then register for 4 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Monday, August 27th.

EXAMPLE B:

1 Adult plans on attending on Wednesday, August 29th and will request school supplies for 2 children that WILL NOT attend; this adult will then register for 1 TICKET in total under the registration tab for Wednesday, August 29th.

EXAMPLE C:

2 Adults plan on attending on Friday, August 31st and will request school supplies for 4 children but only 1 child WILL attend with the 2 adults; these adults will then register for 3 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Friday, August 31st.

*Please note: The children are not required to attend this event but, we encourage you to bring your children with you to pick out their supplies 😉

QUESTIONS/ INQUIRIES/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

If you have any questions regarding the event, or, you would like to volunteer to assist with the event please contact:

Elizabeth D. Soto

312-433-6013

elizabeth.soto@cookcountyil.gov

Aug
31
Fri
VAC of Cook County 2nd Annual Back to School Program @ V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)
Aug 31 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County will be providing free school supplies for all children who are associated with a Military Veteran (child of a Veteran, niece/nephew of a Veteran, cousin of a Veteran, brother/sister of a Veteran, family friend of a Veteran etc.) and will be attending grades K-12 this school year.

WHERE IS THE EVENT:

The event will be held at the:

V.A.C. of Cook County (Juvenile Detention Center)

1100 S. Hamilton Ave. C-011 Lower Level

Chicago, Illinois 60612

WHEN IS THE EVENT:

The event will be hosted on the following dates:

Monday, August 27, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 29, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 30, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Friday, August 31, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

*You may register and attend one time during the week-long event.

*You can arrive anytime between the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with your ticket(s) on the date you registered for only.

WHAT TO BRING:

*You must bring Your Children’s School Supply List(s)

*Your Registration Ticket(s) for entry

*Back Pack(s), Bag(s), or Box(es) to carry the supplies home.

Unfortunately, the V.A.C. will not have bags or boxes to issue on the days of the event.

HOW TO REGISTER:

*Please make sure to register 1 TICKET for each Adult/child that will attend on the chosen date of the event.

EXAMPLE A:

1 Adult plans on attending on Monday, August 27th and will request school supplies for 3 children that WILL attend with the 1 adult; this adult will then register for 4 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Monday, August 27th.

EXAMPLE B:

1 Adult plans on attending on Wednesday, August 29th and will request school supplies for 2 children that WILL NOT attend; this adult will then register for 1 TICKET in total under the registration tab for Wednesday, August 29th.

EXAMPLE C:

2 Adults plan on attending on Friday, August 31st and will request school supplies for 4 children but only 1 child WILL attend with the 2 adults; these adults will then register for 3 TICKETS in total under the registration tab for Friday, August 31st.

*Please note: The children are not required to attend this event but, we encourage you to bring your children with you to pick out their supplies 😉

QUESTIONS/ INQUIRIES/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

If you have any questions regarding the event, or, you would like to volunteer to assist with the event please contact:

Elizabeth D. Soto

312-433-6013

elizabeth.soto@cookcountyil.gov

Feb
24
Sun
Black History Month Program 2019 Montford Point Marine Association @ IL Community Military Women Veteran's Center
Feb 24 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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You’re Invited!
WHO: Montford Point Marine Association
WHAT: Black History Month Program
WHEN: Sunday, February 24, 2019 (2:30 p.m. Reception – 3:00 p.m. Program
WHERE: IL Community Military Women Veteran’s Center
7907 S. Racine
Chicago, IL 60620