 In remembrance of the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military, the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is accepting event submissions for our list of Memorial Day events taking place across the state.
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The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs has gathered a list of deals and discounts available for Veterans this Memorial Day weekend. Includes discounted computers, free admission, meals, and more!
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 Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 28, 2018, in honor of those who have died while serving in the United States Military.
The United States and Minnesota flags are quickly raised to the tops of flagpoles, slowly lowered to half-mast, and then raised again to full height at noon. The time at half-mast is meant to honor American servicemen and women who have died for their country. Re-raising the flag is meant to symbolize the resolve of the living to carry on the fight for freedom so that the nation’s heroes will not have died in vain.
Since 1868, Memorial Day has been observed in the United States of America to officially celebrate and honor the valiant sacrifice of those in the military who have given their lives in service to our country.
Across the nation, and in the State of Minnesota, Americans give thanks to those who undertake the great responsibility of defending our liberties and protecting democracy. On Memorial Day, the United States of America and the State of Minnesota honor the spirit, courage, and tenacity of service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
You may view a copy of the Governor Dayton's proclamation here
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On Saturday, May 26th at 2:30 p.m., the public dedication and unveiling of the Marine Corps painting, the fourth of five 8 X 10 ft. paintings comprising the Veterans Historic Art Monument, installed at the Committal Hall at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery north of Little Falls, MN. This painting joins three previously completed ones, Army (2011), Navy (2014) and Coast Guard (2016); each depicts the history of, and contributions by our nation’s military men and women. All are painted by Minnesota artist Charles Gilbert Kapsner.
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Participating Aspen Dental practices will be providing Veterans with
free dental care during their 2018 Day of Service, which will take place
from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 9.
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May is National Military Appreciation Month, and the Minnesota
Department of Revenue reminds members of the military and their families
about Minnesota’s valuable military-related tax benefits.
“We appreciate the great sacrifices made by Minnesota’s past and present
military service members and their families,” said Revenue Commissioner
Cynthia Bauerly. “At the Minnesota Department of Revenue, we want to
ensure they have the information they need to access these valuable tax
benefits for those who qualify.”
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The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is looking for individuals across the state interested in joining a team that is committed to helping serve Minnesota Veterans and their families. Whether you are a Veteran, family member, or an individual who wants to show your support for our nation’s heroes, we are confident you will find a career path that is diverse, team-oriented and focused on making a real difference. Some of our current job openings:
Fergus Falls
Luverne
Minneapolis
Silver Bay
 There will be a Veterans Job Fair at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center June 27.
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Twin
Cities PBS – TPT and Minnesota Remembers Vietnam are hosting The Wall
That Heals Thursday, June 21 through
Sunday, June 24 on the grounds of the State Capitol.
This brand-new
version of the Wall is a traveling, 3/4–scaled replica of the Vietnam Veterans
Memorial in Washington, D.C. Since its original dedication in 1996, The Wall
has been displayed in nearly 600 communities throughout the nation. We are excited to bring our own community together one last time
to remember, honor, understand, and heal.
The Wall
is free and open to the public and will be open 24 hours a day, beginning at 9
a.m. on Thursday, June 21 and ending in the mid-afternoon on
Sunday, June 24. In addition to the Wall itself, there will be programming
throughout the weekend. (For a list of scheduled events, visit MNVietnam.org/wall.)
Volunteers
Needed!
TPT wants to offer your Veterans group the chance to be a part of this amazing event! As a volunteer you will have
the opportunity to experience The Wall while giving back and serving the
community. Duties may include but are not limited to: greeting and welcoming
guests, assisting visitors in locating names on the Wall, helping complete
rubbings of engraved names, giving directions, answering questions, and
providing informational material to visitors.
In order
to qualify as a group, you must be able to register a minimum of 6 people, at
least 15 years in age, for at least one of the same shift. You can fill out a
group application here. (Please note:
this link is for group sign ups only; individual signups will be available at a
later date and sent out via the Minnesota
Remembers Vietnam e-news.)
Shifts
Shifts
are available in 4-hour blocks. Your group is welcome sign up
for multiple blocks. T-shirts will be provided for you, as well as a private volunteer
area with water, snacks, and a dedicated space to reflect. There is not a
designated volunteer parking lot, but there are several lots and parking areas
nearby. The Capitol grounds are also easily accessible by Metro Transit.
Training
Training
will take place on Wednesday, June 20 beginning at 5:30 p.m.
and will last approximately 2 hours. Please make every reasonable effort to
attend as it will not only make your volunteering experience much more
enjoyable, but there are also forms and waivers that MUST be filled
out prior to your volunteering.
Accessibility
If you have mobility/accessibility concerns (or any other questions)
about volunteering, please contact Samantha Grangaard, Volunteer Coordinator, at sgrangaard@tpt.org.
The Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED) and
the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) will host the 12th Annual
Veterans Career Fair.
Minnesota Veterans Employment Services invites all Veterans,
active military members, and their spouses to this 12th annual event.
Over 150 employers will be on-site. In addition, the event will include
providers who offer services for Veterans.
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Wake For Warriors, an organization that uses water sports to heal the emotional and psychological woulds of military Veterans, will be in town holding a wakesurfing clinic on Lake Minnetonka. The crew at Wake For Warriors has run various clinics across the country and offer coaching expertise as well as a chance to get on the water to try wakesurfing.
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