MONDAY, MAY 13, 2019
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Breakfast - 7 a.m.
The annual Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) "Breakfast with the Boss" will be held 7:00 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 2019 Freedom Award nominees will be recognized.
Speaker: Rob Reilly, Vice-President and General Manager of Services, GE Healthcare
Dress is business casual for civilians and a suitable equivalent for military. This is a by invitation only event.
Questions? Please contact Jim Malcolm (james.malcolm@outlook.com) Register to attend here.
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 2019 Freedom Award nominees will be recognized.
Speaker: Rob Reilly, Vice-President and General Manager of Services, GE Healthcare
Dress is business casual for civilians and a suitable equivalent for military. This is a by invitation only event.
Questions? Please contact Jim Malcolm (james.malcolm@outlook.com) Register to attend here.
Rotary Club of Milwaukee, North Shore Luncheon - 11:30 a.m.
The luncheon for the Milwaukee North Shore Rotary Club will be hosted at the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North.
Speaker: Kris Kier, Commanding Officer of the Navy Operational Support Center (formerly known as Navy Reserve Center).
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
Milwaukee Armed Forces Dinner Banquet - 5:30 p.m.
The traditional Milwaukee Armed Forces Week Dinner Banquet is the featured event of the week, and will take place on Monday, May 13, at 5:30 p.m. 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. Event is SOLD OUT.
Speaker: Kim MItchell, President & CEO, Veterans Village of San Diego (VVSD), Surface Warfare Officer, U.S. Navy
Read more about Kim here.
Citizen Support for Our Armed Forces Award Winner: Robin Yount, Major League Baseball (MLB) Hall of Famer and former shortstop for the Milwaukee Brewers
Wetzel Award Winners: TBD
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2019
Milwaukee Rotary Club Luncheon - 12 p.m.
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.
Kindly RSVP by May 1.
Speaker: Kim MItchell, President & CEO, Veterans Village of San Diego (VVSD), Surface Warfare Officer, U.S. Navy
Kindly RSVP by May 1.
Speaker: Kim MItchell, President & CEO, Veterans Village of San Diego (VVSD), Surface Warfare Officer, U.S. Navy
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2019
Milwaukee Kiwanis Club Luncheon - 11:30 a.m.
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. The Marquette NROTC Color Guard will be there to present the flags.
Speaker: Major Marcus Carlstrom, USMC
Read more about Major Carlstrom here.
THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2019
Lance Sijan Award Ceremony & Luncheon - 11:30 a.m.
The Lance Sijan Award Ceremony and Luncheon will take place at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 16. Awards will be presented to distinguished veteran heroes. The ceremony and luncheon will be held at the Milwaukee Yacht Club.
Lance Sijan Award Recipients: TBD
Lance Sijan Award Recipients: TBD
Civic Dinner Dance - 5:15 p.m.
The 37th Annual Civic Dinner Dance on Thursday, May 16, will be held at the 128th Air Refueling Wing beginning with cocktails and a social hour at 5:15 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:25 p.m. This year's theme honors the Korean War. Tickets are $40 per person, or $20 for SrA and below. Dress is business formal, mess dress.
Speaker: Guy Gruters, Vietnam War POW
Citizen of the Year: TBD
Speaker: Guy Gruters, Vietnam War POW
Citizen of the Year: TBD
FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2019
Armed Forces Week Golf Tournament - 9 a.m.
The annual AFW Golf Outing on Friday, May 17, 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 is $75 per player, which includes 18 holes, golf cart rental, two beverage vouchers and lunch.
Registration is limited to the first 120 golfers. Email Joe Tkaczuk here or click on 2019 Golf Flyer below.
Deadline to enter is Friday, May 10.
Golfing begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends with a Texas-style barbecue luncheon. The cost is $75 per player, which includes 18 holes, golf cart rental, two beverage vouchers and lunch.
Registration is limited to the first 120 golfers. Email Joe Tkaczuk here or click on 2019 Golf Flyer below.
Deadline to enter is Friday, May 10.
SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2019
Support the Troops Harley Ride and Memorial Ceremony - 9 a.m.
The 16th Annual Support the Troops Ride® from Iron Town Harley Davidson in New Berlin to the Harley-Davidson Museum in downtown Milwaukee is on Saturday, May 18. The event kicks off at 9 :00 a.m. with registration and a complimentary pancake and sausage breakfast. The ride begins at 11:00 a.m. and average arrival time is around noon. All motorcyclists are welcome to participate.
Come join us! Sign up here.
Come join us! Sign up here.
Military Display - 9 a.m.
The military display will be in full swing from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 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.
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