Come and join us for a Veterans Day celebration on Saturday, November 12th co-sponsored by Hamel American Legion Post #394 and Hamel V.F.W. Post #5903.
A free will offering breakfast starts at 7:00 AM and the program begins at 9:00 AM.
For additional information, the location and to learn about our guest speaker please check out the PDF below.
Come and salute our hometown Veterans!
Who: Military & Veteran
What: UnitedHealth Group month-long celebration of Veteran’s Day, onsite Military & Veterans career fair and networking event.
When: Thursday, November 10, 2016 – 5:30pm – 8:00 pm CT
Where: Optum Campus Building #1 (MN010) 11000 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Why: To connect service members, veterans and their spouses to fortune 6 careers
How: Go to: http://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com and upload your resume prior to the event date 10 November 2016
A musical tribute to the men and women of our armed services. Featuring: A Lincoln Portrait, Narrated by Kelli Slavik, Mayor, City of Plymouth
Sunday, November 20, 2016, 4:00 p.m.
Free Admission
Wayzata High School Auditorium, 4955 Peony Lane N, Plymouth, MN 55446
http://www.PlymouthConcertBand.org
http://www.facebook.com/PlymouthConcertBand
Please feel free to forward the message and the attachment. Everyone is welcome. Thank you.
WHO: Yellow Ribbon community
WHAT: Blue Star Moms Chapter #16 is Collecting items for Holiday package
WHEN: November 6, 2016
WHY: To Package 50 large flat boxes to be send overseas to the men and women serving our country
HOW: Mail your donation to PCBSM PO Box 258 Pine City, MN 55063
POC: pinecitybluestarmoms@gmail.com
Know any service members that are looking for a financial educational opportunity…look no further then Military OneSource’s (MyTraining Hub).
These financial courses are offered on MyTraining Hub absolutely free! Go to http://www.militaryonesource.mil , login/create a login and go to the Looking for this carousel and click on MyTraining Hub.
https://myhub.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=SIS:9:209456360006841::::P9_ID:4
Finance – 01 Consumer Credit
This course is designed to help you understand the good, bad and ugly of credit. You will learn how to build and maintain good credit, and the ins and outs of credit reports.
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https://myhub.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=SIS:9:209456360006841::::P9_ID:9
Finance – 02 Developing Your Spending Plan
This course is designed to help you develop a spending plan to help ensure your financial success. You will learn how to identify your needs and wants, and create financial goals.
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https://myhub.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=SIS:9:209456360006841::::P9_ID:6
Finance – 03 Investing for Your Future
This course will help you understand how to set financial goals. You will learn how to evaluate investment products and the features of military and non-military retirement programs.
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https://myhub.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=SIS:9:209456360006841::::P9_ID:3
Finance – 04 Car Buying Strategies
This course is designed to provide you with tools and tips for a good car buying experience, and how to avoid the pitfalls buyers make. You will learn about the three deals of car buying, the common “car buying game”, and your legal rights.
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https://myhub.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=SIS:9:209456360006841::::P9_ID:7
Finance – 05 Money and the Move
This course is designed to help you understand the costs associated with moving in the military. You will learn what to expect and how to prepare.
Questions please let me know.
The open house was well attended. Gary was able to review PBYR partnerships with Home Depot, Buffalo Wild Wings, Plymouth Holiday Station and other groups at the event. All remain committed to PBYR and the statewide BYR program. The good energy from all these community partners was high!!
Members of the U.S. Military enjoy specially priced theme park tickets in 2017 at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. From September 28, 2016 through December 16, 2017, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:
Two Options are available for 2017:
Choose between a Disney 4-Day Ticket or a Disney 5-Day Ticket. The Park Hopper Option is included, so you can come and go as you please at all 4 theme parks each day of your ticket! You can also add-on the Water Park Fun for only $37!
*Disney 4-Day Park Hopper Military Promotional Tickets for $209 each, plus tax (add-on Water Park Fun $37)
*Disney 5-Day Park Hopper Military Promotional Tickets for $224 each, plus tax (add-on Water Park Fun $37)
Valid from January 1 through April 8, 2017 and April 24 through December 19, 2017. And if you’re looking for a little extra magic, add the Water Park Fun & More Option for just $37 more plus tax. Continue reading
The Hamel VFW is hosting a Halloween Costume Party on Saturday, October 29th from 5:00-11:00. The Fabulous Del Counts will be playing from 7:00-10:00. Food will be served from 5:00-8:00.
We are giving out prizes to the three best costumes. The First Place prize is “limousine night” on the town. Get dressed up or just stop by the “V” for a night of great music and fun.
There is no cover charge.
What: IBM Software Training and job placement for Veterans
When: October 24-28, 2016 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Burnsville Workforce Center, Burnsville, MN
Cost: Free; seats are limited
For more information please see attached PDF flyer.
Subject: Veteran Service Officer position available- Wright County
What: Wright County Service Officer Position available
When: Opening date: 10/11/16 Closing date: 10/26/16 04:30 PM
How: Applications may be filed on-line at: http://www.co.wright.mn.us/335/Employment-Opportunities
for Location:
10 2nd Street NW, Room 235
Buffalo, MN 55313
763-682-7378
Please see PDF below for further job description.
Below and attached are details for positions offered for Edible Arrangements, this Company would like to hire Military Veterans to fill these positions.
Attached are job descriptions for the different positions available at edible arrangements. All locations are in need of Customer Service/Fruit Experts, Productions team members, and delivery drivers.
Number to call with questions or to schedule interview: 763-420-3115, application form are available in the PDF below.
4 locations in the twin cities that are looking for part time help:
Maple Grove
13712 Grove Drive
Maple Grove, MN 55311
(763) 420-3115
Eagan
1380 Duckwood Drive
Eagan, MN 55123
(651) 683-2067
Edina
5824 Lincoln Drive
Edina, MN 55436
(952) 935-2852
Burnsville
284 E. Travelers Trail
Burnsville, MN 55337
(952) 224-3640
Subject: Female Veterans Wellness and Pampering
What: Camp Bliss is hosting a retreat for Women Veterans
When: October 14 – 16, 2016. Check in is Friday the 14th between 2 and 5 p.m.
Where: 6150 Camp Fish Road – PO Box 879 ? Walker, MN 56484
How to register: Return Registration to Camp Bliss – 6150 Camp Fish Road – PO Box 879 – Walker, MN 56484 or email it to office@campbliss.org or call us at 218‐547‐4004.
Meals are included, and the cost for the weekend is $50. Please see the PDF below.
Who: WILD Fans
What: The Minnesota Wild have now made October 8th, 18th and 20th along with November 1st and 15th Military Appreciation nights. Lower level tickets.
How: https://www.nhl.com/wild/tickets
Use Promo code MILITARY to get $55.00 price
What: VA Veterans Job Fair
When: November 16, 2016 – 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Where: Minneapolis VA Medical Center in the Auditorium (near the main entrance) One Veterans Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417
Featured Businesses:
Health Partners, Comcast, Liberty Diversified, US Bank, UPS, Minnesota Orchestra, General Parts Group, Mains’l, Supervalu, Mall of America, US Post Office, Enterprise Holdings, Volt Workforce Solutions, Medtronic, Voigts Bus Company, Schmitty & Sons, MN Dept. of Employment, Minneapolis VA, MN Dept. of Human Services, Allied Barton, US Customs & Border Protection
No registration required, please come prepared for a potential interview and don’t forget your resume. For additional info please see the pdf below.
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•Visit: http://www.apa.org/topics/bullying/
• Military OneSource Employee Assistance Program (EAP or Login) website to order (at no cost) the Bullies Are a Pain in the Brain book:
October 31: Halloween: Ghosts, Goblins and other scary sights are abound – Military OneSource has resources to help you talk to your children about fears, staying safe, food allergy and food safety tips. Below are articles from the Military OneSource Employee Assistance Program (EAP or Login) website to help you get your Halloween off to a safe start:
If you would like to carve your own military themed pumpkin, check out the templates found here: https://www.veteransunited.com/spouse/carve-military-themed-pumpkin-free-pumpkin-stencils
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n Nature and Prevention of Bullying – Bully Busting Activity Instructor’s Guide – look at three lessons that can be used with elementary and middle school students
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HRCI FAC Specialist position available in Mankato
Position Title: Army National Guard (ARNG) Family Assistance Center (FAC) Specialist
Location: Mankato Training & Community Center
100 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Mankato, MN 56001
Deadline for Application: 14 Oct 2016
Salary: $42,466 Annual
Availability: 11 Oct 2016
Please see PDF for attached application information for position.
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Yolonda Von Itter
Military Family Assistance Specialist
HRCI ContractorMN National Guard Readiness Center
1536 Ben Franklin Dr
Arden Hills, MN 55112
Office: 651-282-4055
Mobile:612-382-4181
****Please note my email has changed to yolonda.m.vonitter.ctr@mail.mil
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