The Veterans Saturday Vet Chats present two months of The African American Veteran: Bridging the Past, Present, and Future, in Fellowship Hall.

Saturday, 20 February, 9:30 a.m. until noon will feature historian of African American military history, Claude J. Hilliard, Chaplain at Pullman Christian Reformed Church and Chaplain of the Montford Point Marine Association, Inc.Chicago.

Saturday, 19 March, 9:30 a.m. until noon will feature Dr. Byron T. Brazier, pastor of the Apostolic Church of God, who will speak on the viability of today’s veteran and how he or she can be a major force in forging the future of the community.

All are welcome! No reservation required! Sessions are free of charge!

3rd Annual Memorial Day Old Fashion Barbeque
HONORING OUR NATIONS FALLEN SOLDIERS

Memorial Ceremony * Music * Entertainment * Stepping
Memorial Day Monday May 30, 2016

RTW VETERAN CENTER
5536 South King Drive, Chicago, IL 60637
12:00 Noon to 7:00 pm

SPONSORED BY
RTW VETERAN CENTER & ASSOCIATES

Event Location: RTW VETERAN CENTER
5536 South King Drive, Chicago, IL 60637
12:00 Noon to 7:00 pm

Music & Entertainment Produced by
RTWVETCENTER
Krunchtime Productions, Inc.
Spoken Word – Stepping & Line Dancing
Live Entertainment also featuring:
The Reflections…KTP Band…Rob Willis
Debra Burkes & Hosted by Fatima
Live Broadcast WSSRR Radio

All you can eat free food

Food Prepared by Kenny’s Ribs & RTW VET CENTER
Courtesy of Ken Lewis, Owner of (Dusties, Kenny’s Ribs, Kenny’s Cares) and a US Army Veteran

Vendors Welcome – Limited Space – Call 800 974-2808 Extension #4

“A Grateful Nation Never Forgets Its Veterans”

All Veterans, Their Families & Supporters Invited
Call 8OO 974-2808 Extension #10
rtwvetcenter.org / facebook:rtwveteranscenter

Register Now by Clicking Here
(Registration Not Necessary but encouraged)
Or call 800 974-2808 Extension #10

Join Half Acre and the American Legion as they host their Tattler Fest BBQ!

Where: American Legion Tattler Post 4355 N Western Ave, Chicago
When: Monday May 30th
Time: 3pm – Midnight

Montford Point Marine Association

Chicago Chapter 2

Honors our Army Veterans and Soldiers!

Free Food, Music, and Fun.

Saturday, June 11, 2016

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

7011 S Vincennes Ave

Chicago IL 60621

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2016 Symposium on Women and the Military, August 5th, 9:00am-1:pm, Malcolm X Community College, Chicago, IL

Connect. Network. Build Community!

• Build your network to expand your support system
• Connect with women who served and still serving
• Advocate for Female Servicemembers, Women Veterans, Military Spouses, Military Caregivers
• Leverage the collective voices of a unified military community

Keynote Speaker:

Brigadier General Alicia Tate-Nadeau

Executive Director, City of Chicago

Office of Emergency Management and Communications

Assistant Adjutant/ Director of the Joint Staff

Illinois National Guard

Saturday, August 6, 2016 from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Indian Boundary Park
2500 W. Lunt Ave., Chicago IL 60645
(773) 764.0338

Fee: Free

Age Range: 18 and up

For individuals that are U.S. Military Veterans. This event is one of three dance competitions for military couples to participate in to be invited to a grand finale. This event is in partnership with Veterans Upward Bound. One participant per couple must have a DD214 or other military verification to be eligible. To submit proof of service call Michelle Smith at 312-462-7533.

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We want YOU!!! Calling all Cook County Veterans, Reservists and Military Personnel to attend this free patriot celebration. Proudly sponsored by 6th District Cook County Commissioner Joan Patricia Murphy, VITAS Healthcare, Dignity Memorial and the Alsip Double Tree Hotel by Hilton, all branches of serviceman and women will be honored at the ceremony and celebration, Thursday October 13, 2016.

The 6th Annual “Salute to the Armed Forces” will be held in the Grand Ballroom of the Double Tree Hotel by Hilton in Alsip located at 5000 W. 127th Street. All branches of serviceman and women will be honored for serving their Country with pride and dedication at a ceremony, Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 1 p.m. Doors open at 12:00p.m. All Honorees must pre-register to attend.

A Free Patriotic celebration to salute our Armed Forces Service Men and Women. Share in an afternoon of fellowship and appreciation for your courage and dedication. Those that have served in the United States Armed Forces in war time and peace time will be honored for their contribution and sacrifice to our great Nation. This celebration is proudly presented by Cook County Commissioner Joan Patricia Murphy, Vitas Healthcare, Dignity Memorial, and Double Tree Hotel by Hilton.

All branches of military service men and women will receive an Honorary “Salute Certificate” and custom designed Brass Commemorative Pin. The Ceremony of Appreciation will also include a Patriot program, POW-MIA Remembrance Service, noted guest speakers, patriot entertainment and Color Guard presentation. Refreshments will be served to all honorees and guests.

Registration is required, If you wish to be honored at this Patriot ceremony. You must register for the event. Please list your name, branch of serve, phone number, email address and number of guests attending. Fax information to 708.389.2240 OR Call Commissioner Joan Patricia Murphy’s Office at 312.603.3789. RSVP by October 11th.

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