Milwaukee Armed Forces week: May 11-16, 2020
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) "Breakfast with the boss" - Monday, May 11, 2020
The annual Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) "Breakfast with the Boss" will be held 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 am at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center.
At the breakfast, military reservists, who are also employees of Milwaukee-based companies, and their employers will be recognized. The Major Richard I. Bong Award will be presented to outstanding service members from each military branch and the Department of Defense 2020 Freedom Award nominees will be recognized.
Speaker: Pamela Koehn, vice-president of Direct Supply
Emcee: Mark Concannon, president of Concannon Communications and former Milwaukee TV Journalist
Dress is business casual for civilians and a suitable equivalent for military. This event is by invitation only.
Questions? Please contact Bob Strange, rstrangeone@gmail.com or 317-504-5884
At the breakfast, military reservists, who are also employees of Milwaukee-based companies, and their employers will be recognized. The Major Richard I. Bong Award will be presented to outstanding service members from each military branch and the Department of Defense 2020 Freedom Award nominees will be recognized.
Speaker: Pamela Koehn, vice-president of Direct Supply
Emcee: Mark Concannon, president of Concannon Communications and former Milwaukee TV Journalist
Dress is business casual for civilians and a suitable equivalent for military. This event is by invitation only.
Questions? Please contact Bob Strange, rstrangeone@gmail.com or 317-504-5884
Rotary Club of Milwaukee, North Shore Luncheon - Monday, May 11, 2020
The luncheon for the Milwaukee North Shore Rotary Club will be hosted at the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North.
Speaker: TBD
Admission is free to active military in uniform. For all others, the cost is $15.00 per person.
While advance reservations are not mandatory, the Rotary Club of Milwaukee North Shore appreciates knowing if you plan to attend. E-mail Andy Kimmel at ak@paragoncoins.com
More information to come...
Milwaukee Armed Forces Dinner Banquet - Monday, May 11, 2020
The traditional Milwaukee Armed Forces Week Dinner Banquet is the featured event of the week, and will take place on Monday evening, May 11, at the Wisconsin Club, located at 900 W. Wisconsin Avenue. Recipients for the Milwaukee Armed Services Committee's Annual Citizen Support for Our Armed Services Award and Gary Wetzel Award will be announced.
Speaker: Captain Michael Brasseur
Director, Naval Armaments Cooperation
U.S. Mission to NATO
More information to come...
Speaker: Captain Michael Brasseur
Director, Naval Armaments Cooperation
U.S. Mission to NATO
More information to come...
Milwaukee Rotary Club LuncheoN - Tuesday, May 12, 2020
The Rotary Club of Milwaukee Luncheon will be held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, and will admit members of the military and reserve in uniform free of charge.
Speaker: TBD
More information to come...
Speaker: TBD
More information to come...
Milwaukee Kiwanis Club Luncheon - Wednesday, May 13, 2020
The Kiwanis Club of Downtown Milwaukee will be held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, and will admit members of the military and reserve in uniform free of charge.
Speaker: TBD
More information to come...
Lance Sijan Award Ceremony & Luncheon - Thursday, May 14, 2020
The Lance Sijan Award Ceremony and Luncheon will feature the presentation of honors to distinguished veteran heroes. The ceremony and luncheon will be held at the Milwaukee Yacht Club.
More information to come...
Lance Sijan Award Recipients: TBD
Civic Dinner Dance - Thursday, May 14, 2020
The 40th Annual Civic Dinner Dance, a social event hosted by the communities of South Milwaukee, Oak Creek, Cudahy and St. Francis, will be held at the 128th Air Refueling Wing.
The evening will begin with cocktail hour, followed by dinner and the dance. More information to come...
Citizen of the Year Award: TBD
Armed Forces Week Golf Tournament - Friday, May 15, 2020
The annual AFW Golf Outing is hosted at the Muskego Lakes Country Club.
Golfing begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends with a Texas-style barbecue luncheon. The cost per player ($75 per person, $65 for military) includes 18 holes, golf cart rental, two beverage vouchers and lunch.
Registration is limited to the first 120 golfers. More information to come...
Golfing begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends with a Texas-style barbecue luncheon. The cost per player ($75 per person, $65 for military) includes 18 holes, golf cart rental, two beverage vouchers and lunch.
Registration is limited to the first 120 golfers. More information to come...
Support the Troops Harley Ride and Memorial Ceremony - Saturday, May 16, 2020
Join us for the 17th Annual Support the Troops Ride® to the Harley-Davidson Museum in downtown Milwaukee. The event kicks off in the morning with registration and a complimentary pancake and sausage breakfast. The ride is schedule to begin at 11:00 a.m. and average arrival time is around noon. All motorcyclists are welcome to participate.
More information to come...
More information to come...
Military Display - Saturday, May 16, 2020
The military display will be in full swing during the day on Saturday on the grounds of the Harley Davidson Museum in downtown Milwaukee.
Military equipment and interactive displays will be available for attendees to see and experience. This free event offers a unique experience to talk with all branches of the military to learn about their experiences and the challenges they face maintaining our freedom.
Military equipment and interactive displays will be available for attendees to see and experience. This free event offers a unique experience to talk with all branches of the military to learn about their experiences and the challenges they face maintaining our freedom.
