Offers and Happenings outside of post 129
Purple Heart Day Ceremony - Tuesday, August 8th
The annual Purple Heart Day Ceremony will be held August 6th at 6:00 P.M. at the Veterans Memorial Wall (1145 E. Adams St). You are invited to attend and honor the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. Following the event, all attendees are invited to walk the ceremonial Purple Heart Trail. This event is open to the public and parking is free. All those who have been awarded the Purple Heart are especially encouraged to attend and be recognized.
Please inform the parking attendant that you are attending the Purple Heart Day Ceremony to avoid being charged for parking.
Please inform the parking attendant that you are attending the Purple Heart Day Ceremony to avoid being charged for parking.
Military Appreciation Day at Adventure Landing - Thursday, July 25th
Adventure Landing is holding militarty appreciation day on Thursday, July 25th. Wrist bands must be bought in advance at the USO. Please contact USO for additional details.
Free National Park Service Lifetime Access Pass for Disabled Veterans
Many Veterans, with a service connected disability rating, are entering Federal parks for free with the Lifetime National Parks Access Pass from the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service. The Access Pass also admits disabled any passengers in their vehicle, and other discounts such as camping, swimming, board launching, and guided tours.
Jumbo SHrimp - Military Appreciation Nights
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp military appreciation nights are coming up. See below for details.
Florida's Largest Freedom & Beer Run - Saturday, June 29th
Join us for the run Uncle Sam would have wanted on Saturday, June 29th on the Riverfront in Downtown Jacksonville FL.
Run or walk the river walk like the Redcoats were coming complete with a Halfway Bacon Station, Food Trucks, Live Entertainment and More.
Registration includes race bib and timing chip, the official 2019 race t-shirt, custom medal with beer opener, two beers & bacon during the race + more. There will be awards for the top three overall M/F and age group awards too! Besides the race, runners, spectators, and beer lovers can enjoy food trucks, live entertainment, local artisans & farmers, and of course cold beer from 6 pm-11 pm.
Use PROMO Code: VETS4VETS to assist us in fundraising
Sign Up can be done on the website:
Race Website: http://www.jaxfreedomrun.com/
Or on FaceBook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/312911562938768/
Run or walk the river walk like the Redcoats were coming complete with a Halfway Bacon Station, Food Trucks, Live Entertainment and More.
Registration includes race bib and timing chip, the official 2019 race t-shirt, custom medal with beer opener, two beers & bacon during the race + more. There will be awards for the top three overall M/F and age group awards too! Besides the race, runners, spectators, and beer lovers can enjoy food trucks, live entertainment, local artisans & farmers, and of course cold beer from 6 pm-11 pm.
Use PROMO Code: VETS4VETS to assist us in fundraising
Sign Up can be done on the website:
Race Website: http://www.jaxfreedomrun.com/
Or on FaceBook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/312911562938768/
Papa Murphy's
Don't forget to stop by your Papa Murphy's Pizza store and use the code Honor to support our local USO. Valid through the end of May.
Jacksonville Sharks MILITARY APPRECIATION Night - May 18th
Each season, the Sharks hold Military Appreciation Night, dedicating one game to honoring our local military personnel. Each year, the team generates donations for a military organization through a number of initiatives highlighted by a Post game Jersey Auction, during which Shark fans are able to bid on the unique camouflage jerseys worn by the Sharks during that night's game. Other initiatives include Attack Dance Team Military Posters and Military T-Shirts, which are available in exchange for a nominal donation. The Sharks will use the funds generated during Military Appreciation Night to support Veteran Tickets Foundation.
THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE NEEDS HELP LOCATING D-DAY/NORMANDY SURVIVORS
From: City of Jacksonville Media Updates
Subject: NEWS RELEASE: The City of Jacksonville Needs Help Locating D-Day/Normandy Survivors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Nikki Kimbleton
(904) 255-5020 – office
(904) 510-5726 – cell
NKimbleton@coj.net
THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE NEEDS HELP LOCATING D-DAY/NORMANDY SURVIVORS
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 9, 2019 – Mayor Lenny Curry and the City of Jacksonville are looking to honor local survivors of the D-Day/Normandy invasions at this year’s annual City of Jacksonville Memorial Day ceremony. (The 75th anniversary of the invasion is just days after Memorial Day 2019.)
If you are, or know any of the brave individuals that served and fought in Normandy who currently live in our area, please reach out to either of the emails below with contact information. We would be honored to host them.
The event to honor these individuals will be in addition to and in conjunction with the annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Duval County Veterans Memorial Wall on Monday, May 27 at 8:30 am.
Please contact Bill Spann at BSpann@coj.net or Harrison Conyers at HConyers@coj.net with contact information.
About the City of Jacksonville
The City of Jacksonville is the largest city by land mass in the continental United States, serving approximately 850,000 residents. Located in Duval County, City of Jacksonville leadership includes the mayor and a 19-member City Council. To learn more about the City of Jacksonville, visit COJ.net.
Subject: NEWS RELEASE: The City of Jacksonville Needs Help Locating D-Day/Normandy Survivors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Nikki Kimbleton
(904) 255-5020 – office
(904) 510-5726 – cell
NKimbleton@coj.net
THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE NEEDS HELP LOCATING D-DAY/NORMANDY SURVIVORS
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 9, 2019 – Mayor Lenny Curry and the City of Jacksonville are looking to honor local survivors of the D-Day/Normandy invasions at this year’s annual City of Jacksonville Memorial Day ceremony. (The 75th anniversary of the invasion is just days after Memorial Day 2019.)
If you are, or know any of the brave individuals that served and fought in Normandy who currently live in our area, please reach out to either of the emails below with contact information. We would be honored to host them.
The event to honor these individuals will be in addition to and in conjunction with the annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Duval County Veterans Memorial Wall on Monday, May 27 at 8:30 am.
Please contact Bill Spann at BSpann@coj.net or Harrison Conyers at HConyers@coj.net with contact information.
About the City of Jacksonville
The City of Jacksonville is the largest city by land mass in the continental United States, serving approximately 850,000 residents. Located in Duval County, City of Jacksonville leadership includes the mayor and a 19-member City Council. To learn more about the City of Jacksonville, visit COJ.net.
Take a Look at Gratitude America
Look at taking advantage of these GratitudeAmerica, Inc trips. Unique opportunity for veterans.
More information can be found by clicking here.
More information can be found by clicking here.
First Coast YMCA Free for the Month of May, 2019
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, we are happy to announce that all active duty, veterans and reserve military members and their families will be able to use the Y for free this month!
Free Sandwich at Mission BBQ - May 13, 2019 to May 19th, 2019
Mission BBQ has been a great supporter to Post 129 and continues to show their support for our military by celebrating our militarty with their military appreciation week.
Stop by either of there location is Jacksonville (One at Town Center, One in Orange Park) and grab your free sandwich.
Stop by either of there location is Jacksonville (One at Town Center, One in Orange Park) and grab your free sandwich.
7th annual uso military APPRECIATION night at the zoo - May 17th, 2019
Wistbands will be available for purchase at the NAS Jax, Mayport USO offices and Kings Bay ITT office.
Admission includes zoo admission, unlimited train rides, and the land of the tiger exhibit.
This event is open to ACTIVE DUTY, RETIREES, RESERVISTS, NATIONAL GUARD, VETERANS, DOD PERSONNEL, and DEPENDENTS.
Please note that dependent children are NOT authorized to purchase wristbands. Please get your wristbands now, they will not be sold at the venue.
Admission includes zoo admission, unlimited train rides, and the land of the tiger exhibit.
This event is open to ACTIVE DUTY, RETIREES, RESERVISTS, NATIONAL GUARD, VETERANS, DOD PERSONNEL, and DEPENDENTS.
Please note that dependent children are NOT authorized to purchase wristbands. Please get your wristbands now, they will not be sold at the venue.
Free Chick-fil-a - May 10th, 2019
Visit Chick-fil-A Marsh Landing Pkwy today - Friday, May 10th to get your FREE Chick-fil-a , must show a valid Military ID!
Hazardous waste collection - May 4th, 2019
The city of Jacksonville Beach will be holding a hazardous waste & e-waste mobile collection event this Saturday, May 4th from 9 am to 3 pm at the Jacksonville Beach, FL Operations and Maintenance Facility on Shetter Ave
legion commemorative coins now AVAILABLE
American Legion Commemorative Coins are now available through the US Mint. I've seen them in person and they are impressive.
For 100 years our programs have helped veterans, the military, their families & communities across the nation. Purchasing an American Legion Centennial Coin will contribute to The American Legion’s legacy of that critical support. For more information or to purchase something from the series:http://www.legion.org/coin
For 100 years our programs have helped veterans, the military, their families & communities across the nation. Purchasing an American Legion Centennial Coin will contribute to The American Legion’s legacy of that critical support. For more information or to purchase something from the series:http://www.legion.org/coin
