Veterans Day 2017 Events; Other Events Held For Veterans and Military Families Month
Today the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced several key activities this week in connection with President Trump’s proclamation of November as Veterans and Military Families month.
“Veterans Day has a special place in the lives not only of our Veterans, but for all citizens as we pay tribute to the service of those past and present who have contributed so much to our nation’s history,” said VA Secretary David Shulkin. “President Trump has proclaimed, for the first time, that November is Veterans and Military Families Month and we are seeing nationwide events that will showcase Veterans.”
On November 7, Secretary Shulkin will speak to the Veterans of Wall Street; visit the New York Stock Exchange (and ring the closing bell); and speak at the PM Heroes gala. Also on that day, the Minnesota Vikings will visit the Spinal Cord Injury Center in Minneapolis.
November 8 a StorytellerX event (one of several during the month) on Capitol Hill will showcase Veterans sharing their stories of post-military life. Additional events, updates and live video streams can be found at: https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/42467/va-got-6-announce-storytellersx-events-across-nation/
National Veteran Standout Day on November 9 will see Veterans nationwide wearing an article of clothing, pins, or hats that commemorate their service.
Secretary Shulkin will lead ground-breaking on the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.’s Pershing Park at 11 a.m. Veterans from every era since WWI will be on hand.
The nation observance a Federal holiday on November 10 in honor of Veterans, and throughout the day nationwide speaking events will highlight their service.Also on that day, the nation observes the Marine Corps birthday.
On Veterans Day, November 11, the highlight of the day is the annual Arlington National Cemetery Veterans Day ceremony, this year led by Vice President Mike Pence.
Prior to that event, Secretary Shulkin will host a Veterans Day breakfast.
Here’s a list of all activities/events being held throughout November (Veterans and Military Families Month):
Tuesday, November 7th, 2017
- VA Canteen Specials for Veterans Appreciation
- American Legion Credential Roundtable
- Live Veterans Month Twitter Chat with the Department of Labor, Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs
- Minnesota Vikings Visit Spinal Cord Injury Center- Minneapolis VA
- Stand Up for Heroes Gala — New York
- Veterans on Wall – New York, NY
- Veterans Stock Exchange Closing Bell Ceremony
- Heroes Gala – New York, NY
Wednesday, November 8th, 2017
- VA Canteen Specials for Veterans Appreciation
- CIA Veterans Day Program
- Department of Labor Wreath-Laying Ceremony – Veterans Park
- Department of Labor – USO MOU Signing
- IRS Honoring our Heroes Annual Event
- Storytellers X- Capitol Hill
- Veteran Friendly Communities Initiative – Dole Foundation
- Community Veterans Engagement Board Summit
- Senate Veterans Appreciation Reception – Washington, D.C.
- 2017 Veterans Civic Health Index Storytellers Event – Washington, D.C.
Thursday, November 9th, 2017
- VA Canteen Specials for Veterans Appreciation
- Department of Labor Salute to Veterans Ceremony
- My Life, My Story Program- Madison, WI
- National Veteran Stand Out Day
- Storytellers X- Chicago
- Storytellers X- Colorado Springs
- National WWI Memorial Ground Breaking Ceremony – Pershing Park, Washington, D.C.
Friday, November 10th, 2017
- Veterans Day (Observed)
- VA Canteen Specials for Veterans Appreciation
Saturday, November 11th, 2017
- VETERANS DAY
- Mission Continues- Day of Service
- White House Veterans Breakfast – Washington, D.C.
- Arlington National Cemetery Veterans Day Ceremony
- Korean War Veterans Reception – Washington, D.C.
- Paralyzed Veterans of America Reception – Washington, D.C.
Sunday, November 12th, 2017
- Houses of worship and temples (Christian, Muslim, Jewish, etc.) across the nation to acknowledge and recognize their Veterans
Monday, November 13, 2017
- Department of Labor National Veterans Apprenticeship Week
- Veteran Legal Clinic Week of Service – Pro Bono Legal Assistance for Veterans at local VA Medical Centers
- VA Legal Services Outreach Signing Ceremony
- Preventing Suicide is Everyone’s Business Initiative
- Elizabeth Dole Caregiver Summit – Washington, D.C.
Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
- Department of Labor National Apprenticeship Week
- Veteran Legal Clinic Week of Service – Pro Bono Legal Assistance for Veterans at local VA Medical Centers
- Preventing Suicide is Everyone’s Business Initiative
- GI Bill Forever Event- Education Announcement, Employment Opportunities
Wednesday, November 15th, 2017
- Department of Labor National Apprenticeship Week
- Veteran Legal Clinic Week of Service – Pro Bono Legal Assistance for Veterans at local VA Medical Centers
- Preventing Suicide is Everyone’s Business Initiative
- Blue Star Families – Military Family Lifestyle Survey Release
Thursday, November 16th, 2017
- Department of Labor National Apprenticeship Week
- Veteran Legal Clinic Week of Service – Pro Bono Legal Assistance for Veterans at local VA Medical Centers
- Preventing Suicide is Everyone’s Business Initiative
- Legacy Film Screening- San Francisco
- Storytellers X- Greensboro SC
Friday, November 17th, 2017
- Department of Labor National Apprenticeship Week
- Veteran Legal Clinic Week of Service – Pro Bono Legal Assistance for Veterans at local VA Medical Centers
- Preventing Suicide is Everyone’s Business Initiative
- Storytellers X- Cleveland OH
- Tampa VA Medical Center Rehab Open House Event – Tampa, FL
Saturday, November 18th, 2017
- Walk of Honor Re-Dedication Ceremony- Fresno VA
Sunday, November 19th, 2017
- Houses of worship and temples (Christian, Muslim, Jewish, etc.) across the nation to acknowledge and recognize their Veterans
Monday, November 20th, 2017
- Spend an Hour with a Veteran
- Financial Literacy & Education Commission
- National Cemetery Administration Veteran Employee Day
Tuesday, November 21st, 2017
- Spend an Hour with a Vet
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2017
- Spend an Hour with a Vet
- Tomah VA Medical Center Opioid Event
Thursday, November 23rd, 2017
- Spend an Hour with a Vet
- Thanksgiving Holiday
Friday, November 24th, 2017
- Spend an Hour with a Veteran
Saturday, November 25th, 2017
- No events scheduled for this day
Sunday, November 26th, 2017
- Houses of worship and temples (Christian, Muslim, Jewish, etc.) across the nation to acknowledge and recognize their Veterans
- No events scheduled for this day
Monday, November 27th, 2017
- Homeless Veteran Initiatives
- Center of Excellence for Aging & Severely Disabled Veterans and Caregivers Recognition
- Cyber Monday-VA Digital Modernization Announcement
- Senaca Tribal VSO Accreditation (OGC determines)
Tuesday, November 28th, 2017
- Homeless Veteran Initiatives
- Blackstone Veteran Initiative Summit at the Chamber of Commerce
- Bronx VA ReWalk Event
- Center for Compassionate Innovation-Emerging Mental Health Initiatives
- Historic Marker Recognition African American (Philadelphia)
Wednesday, November 29th, 2017
- Homeless Veteran Initiatives
- Veteran Friendly Communities Initiative
- White House meets with State VA Directors
Thursday, November 30th, 2017
- Homeless Veteran Initiatives
- Fisher House Partnership Event- Milwaukee VA
- Residental Rehab Event- Denver VA
- San Diego Aspire Center Open House
- VA Names New Cemetery San Francisco Bay Area
