Military OneSource & Armed Forces Tax Council present MilTax Facebook Live Event!
Who: Service Members and their families
What: MilTax Facebook Live event to answer questions about tax services offered through Military OneSource and the Military Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program.
When: Wednesday, Feb 28 2018, at 1400 CST (2:00 pm)
Where: https://www.facebook.com/events/153165695349805/?active_tab=discussion
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Minnesota Home Expo – FREE TICKETS!
Who: Service Members and their friends/families
What: Complementary tickets to the Minnesota Home Expo
When: March 9-11, 2018 (see website for times)
Where: Target Field, Delta Sky360 Legends Club, Minneapolis, MN
How: Pick up tickets in person at the Cottage Grove armory Public Affairs Office
For more information, go to: www.MNHomeExpo.com
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NCHC Frozen Face-Off College Hockey Tournament
Who: Military members and their families
What: Discounted tickets ($17) for the Frozen Face-Off NCHC College Hockey Tournament
When: 16-17 March
Where: Xcel Energy Center, St. Paul, MN
Buy tickets online at :
https://www.ticketmaster.com/NCHC-College-Hockey-Frozen-Faceoff-tickets/artist/2418847
Use code: NCHCHERO to receive the discount
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Youth and Family Turkey Hunt
Who: Youth ages 12-17 (18 year old’s can hunt as an adult) Must have a Firearms Safety Certificate and a parent or guardian during the youth hunt
What: Learn to Turkey Hunts are sanctioned and managed between the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF)
When: 21-22 April
Where: 17 locations Statewide
POC: Mike “Cold Front” Kurre, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources at 651-259-5193 or michaelkurre@state.mn.us
Register: By Feb 12 http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/turkeyhunt/index.html
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Sea Life Aquarium Family Overnight – Mall of America
REGISTER NOW! Slots fill quickly!
Who: MN Army National Guard members with children ages 5-18 yrs.
What: Overnight with sea life
When: April 27-28, 2018
Where: Mall of America Sea Life Aquarium, Bloomington, MN
Cost: $65 for Adults, children are free
Register: By April 9th at https://johnsme218.wufoo.com/forms/zm11i5300d4f33/
Details:
Before bedding down for the night, families will enjoy an evening of learning about the resilient and adaptable animals that call the Sea Life Aquarium home. Space is limited. Priority is given to MN National Guard families; other branches will be put on a wait list. You are not confirmed for this event until you receive an email from Mel Johnson, Child and Youth Program Coordinator.
Activities include:
– Night hike through the aquarium
– Behind-the-scenes tour
– Pizza party
– Light breakfast in the morning
– Souvenir craft
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2018 Women Veterans Conference
Who: All female Veterans
What: Woman Veterans Conference
When: Saturday, May 26, 2018 7:45am-5:00pm
Where: Ramada Inn, 2705 Annapolis Lane N. Plymouth, MN 55441
Register: Contact info below
P.O.C: Kimberly Dobler, 612-283-5863
**The mission of the Minnesota Women Veterans Program is to ensure women Veterans have equitable access to federal and state benefits and services. We respond to the gender specific needs of women Veterans and ensure that women Veterans are treated with dignity and respect. Our outreach events are geared to improve the awareness of available benefits, services and eligibility criteria for the women who served in the United States Armed Forces.
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Troops To Teachers Program
WHO: Current military members, retired, and honorably separated military personnel
WHAT: Troops To Teachers Program
WHEN: Ongoing
WHERE: Nationwide
WHY: To assist transitioning service members and veterans in beginning new careers in public, charter, and Bureau of Indian Affairs schools.
HOW: Troops to Teachers is a DOD program which facilitates Service members’ successful transition to a teaching career by providing counseling and financial and placement assistance for eligible Service members and veterans.
POC: Dr. Charles Rick at 218-780-0343 or for online information go to www.proudtoserveagain.com
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ZMC Hotel Discounts and Promotions
WHO: Military and Public Service Personnel (valid ID required)
WHAT: Hotel discounts and promotions
WHEN: Various year-round
WHERE: Duluth, MN
WHY: To show support for military, law enforcement, and public service personnel
HOW: go to www.zmchotels.com/military for details and rates
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Personal Financial Counselor
WHO: Military and their families
WHAT: Making Financial Decision
WHEN: Based on Appointment
WHERE: Multiple Locations
WHY: No cost Services
HOW: Contact one of the PFCs on the attached list
POC: 612.397.0295, 612.297.2826; 612.352.8504
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Parenting Skills
WHO: Families with kids ages 5-18 (All Branches of Service)
WHAT: Learn how to be the best parent you can be and gain new parenting skills
WHEN: sign up today and you will be assigned a group
WHERE: on-line and in person
WHY: Opportunity to gain new parenting skills
HOW: sign up Click and scroll down to “Join ADAPT4U in MN or MI Now”
POC: Laura Groeneweg
Lead Child and Youth Program Manager
MN National Guard Child and Youth Program
O: 651.268.8695
M: 651.242.6938
Laura.l.groeneweg.ctr@mail.mil
www.cog-ps.com
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Sam’s Club Free $15 Gift Card “It’s Our Salute to You!”
WHO: Active and Retired Military and their Spouses
WHAT: Free $15.00 Sam’s Club Gift card
WHEN: Open
WHERE: All Sam’s Club locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin
WHY: Sam’s Club Salute to You for Your service
HOW: Present your Military ID to the Store Associates when signing up or renewing your membership with Sam’s Club and you will get your $15.00 Gift Card
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Lake Trails Camp
Who: Military Teens ages 13-18 (All Branches)
What: Lake Trails Camp: Experience a 9 day Outdoor Adventure at Lake of the Woods. Campers will have an experience of a lifetime and will canoe, cook their own food, portage and set-up camp.
When: This summer! Check the website for open sessions.
Where: Lake of the Woods, Oak Island, MN (Transportation is available)
Register: Click Here
POC: Sue Lemm
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School for Performing Acts
WHO: Military Families
WHAT: Opportunity to participate in School for the Performing Arts
WHEN: Open
WHERE: ONLINE
WHY: Private Lessons for Voice, Acting, Beginning Piano, and Flute via videoconferencing tools Group Music and Theatre Classes on a Global Scale, Consistency and Flexibility
HOW: More information on the programs Play.Sing.Act, LLC offers please Check out
POC: April Vargo Founder, Owner, Educator Play.Sing.Act www.playsingact.com
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Minnesota Military Museum Veterans Registry
WHO: Interested Military, Veterans and Individuals
WHAT: Camp Ripley, MN – The Minnesota Military Museum wants your story for their “Veterans Registry”.
WHEN: The Minnesota Military Museum is open seven days a week from May through September and Thursdays and Fridays from October through April, with special tours coordinated at any time.
WHERE: Camp Ripley, MN – The Minnesota Military Museum
WHY: The Registry is easy to use and anyone can submit a Veterans story and pictures of the veteran. This service is also FREE and a great way to preserve a record of your service for your family.
HOW: Interested veterans and individuals should Click Here and also click on Veterans Registry.
POC: Executive Director, Jeff Thielen Email jthielen@mnmilitarymuseum.org
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Plymouth Beyond the Yellow Ribbon 