CORONAVIRUS UPDATE:
With our country and others globally impacted by the COVID-19 virus, the executive committee of the Milwaukee Armed Services Committee (MASC) Board has announced that Milwaukee Armed Forces Week (MAFW) events scheduled for the week of May 10 – 16, 2020, will not be celebrated as planned.
We will work together to determine and support any future Milwaukee Armed Forces Week component celebrations and share updates as available on our website and on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/MKEAFW/.
Our theme for MAFW 2020 is “Forward with Loyalty.” May we all lead with courage and commitment to each other’s health and safety during this unprecedented time.
With our country and others globally impacted by the COVID-19 virus, the executive committee of the Milwaukee Armed Services Committee (MASC) Board has announced that Milwaukee Armed Forces Week (MAFW) events scheduled for the week of May 10 – 16, 2020, will not be celebrated as planned.
We will work together to determine and support any future Milwaukee Armed Forces Week component celebrations and share updates as available on our website and on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/MKEAFW/.
Our theme for MAFW 2020 is “Forward with Loyalty.” May we all lead with courage and commitment to each other’s health and safety during this unprecedented time.
Milwaukee Armed Forces week
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) "Breakfast with the boss"
The annual Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) "Breakfast with the Boss" will be held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center.
At the breakfast, service member (Guard/Reserve), 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 and executive sponsor of the Veterans in Partnership organization at the company.
Emcee: Mark Concannon, president of Concannon Communications and former Milwaukee TV Journalist
Dress is business casual for civilians and a suitable equivalent for military.
Rotary Club of Milwaukee, North Shore Luncheon
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.
Milwaukee Armed Forces Dinner Banquet
The traditional Milwaukee Armed Forces Week Dinner Banquet is the featured event of the week 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
The Singing Cadets are the premier men's chorus from Texas A&M University and will perform at the evening festivities as part of their national tour.
Milwaukee Rotary Club LuncheoN
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: Captain Michael Brasseur
Director, Naval Armaments Cooperation
U.S. Mission to NATO
Speaker: Captain Michael Brasseur
Director, Naval Armaments Cooperation
U.S. Mission to NATO
Milwaukee Kiwanis Club Luncheon AND sIJAN mOVIE
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: Captain Michael Brasseur
Director, Naval Armaments Cooperation
U.S. Mission to NATO
The Sijan Movie - The inspired life story of Captain Lance P. Sijan, Medal of Honor recipient, whose aircraft went down during the US-Vietnam War, leaving him alone in the jungle to face insurmountable odds, but determined to find his way home.
Sijan's sister, Janine Sijan-Rozina and Tim Seymour wrote and directed the film. Showing begins at 6:30 pm, Milwaukee County War Memorial Center.
The movie and parking are free, but there is limited seating so reservations are recommended.
Lance Sijan Award Ceremony & Luncheon
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.
Lance Sijan Award Recipients: TBD
Civic Dinner Dance
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...
Guest Speaker: TBD
Citizen of the Year Award: TBD
The Singing Cadets are the premier men's chorus from Texas A&M University and will perform at the evening festivities as part of their national tour.
Armed Forces Week Golf Tournament
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.
Support the Troops Harley Ride and Memorial Ceremony
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. There will be one stop for a photo opportunity at the War Memorial on the way to the final location. All motorcyclists are welcome to participate.
Military Display
The military display will be in full swing during the day, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm 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.
