 
The Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) is not required to receive VA health care, but it is beneficial to quickly check in for your VA appointments.
Please see the notification regarding the VHIC renewal is not a scam: The National Health Eligibility Center (HEC) is in the process of notifying 1.5 million Veterans nationwide that their VHIC has or will expire soon.
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Veterans Day 2024 is Monday, Nov. 11. This 2024 Veterans Day discounts list will continue to be updated as we learn of more nationally available Veterans Day discounts, meals or other ways businesses and organizations want to give back to Veterans. These Veterans Day and year-round discounts, free meals and other programs are being shared so that Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors are aware of all resources available to them. Offers are subject to change and may not be available in all locations. Verify with the organization offering.
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November marks National Veteran and Military Families Month, highlighted by Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. This list of Veterans Day and Veterans Month events is organized by state and will be continuously updated with more events throughout the month. Please verify details with the event organizers. Also, check out the listing of free Veterans Day meals and other offers (this will be linked when it publishes).
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Please join the Veterans Appreciation Committee for another fun sidewalk chalk day on Thursday, November 7, 2024. We will be at the main entrance of Bldg. 126 from noon - 1:00 p.m. in honor of Veteran's Day. Chalk (and wipes) will be provided. Please bring your creativity and a friend or two!! |
 VA Long Beach Healthcare System invites you to come celebrate Veterans Day at the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center Monday, November 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in parking lot B.
We'll have delicious food, awesome vendors, a car show, motorcycles, and some great music as well! Stop by for some fun at the VA!
 Join us for Lung Cancer Screening Day and the Great American Smokeout on November 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in our Stars and Stripes Plaza at the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center (5901 E. 7th St., Long Beach, CA, 90822).
 The Veteran Social Connection (VSC) provides Veterans with an opportunity to meet and socialize in a safe environment and provide resources for Veterans. The VSC is held on the last Friday of each month from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. on the Patriot Café Patio. Come by November 15!
 
 When: Saturday, November 9 | 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Houghton Park, 6301 Myrtle Ave. Long Beach, Ca
- Veterans and community resources fair
- Veterans recognition ceremony
- Live music
- Historic aircraft flyovers
- Kids Zone
- Food Trucks
- Free event
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 When: Saturday, November 9 | 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Where: Brea Community Center, 695 E. Madison Way, Brea, CA 92821
Coat of Arms James Andrew Luna Military Fashion Show
Pre-event cocktails & mixer
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Plus a special unveiling
Fashion show
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Live entertainment, silent auction and raffle
Private afterparty
9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Tickets - $35 General Admission
To secure your ticket, text name and email to 714-636-2810
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 When: Wednesday, November 13 | Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Where: California State University, Dominguez Hills, LSU Ballroom C, 1000 E. Victoria St., Carson, CA 90747
- Connect with military/Veteran outreach employers
- Learn what the Innovation Incubator can do for your business
*Military Veterans enjoy a free lunch!
 
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