Milwaukee Armed Forces week
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) "Breakfast with the boss"
Wednesday, September 1, 2021 7:30 AM
The annual Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) "Breakfast with the Boss" is held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center. (The event will be scaled down slightly in 2021, based on the COVID 19 and Dept. of Defense (DOD) restrictions.)
At the breakfast, service members (Guard/Reserve), who are also employees of Milwaukee-based companies, and their employers are recognized. We will honor five recipients of the Wisconsin Bong Awards and the Above and Beyond Award. The Major Richard I. Bong Award is presented to outstanding service members from each military branch and the Department of Defense Freedom Award nominees will be recognized.
Special Guest Speaker: TBD
Registration is REQUIRED
CONTACT: Robert Strange at rstrangeone@gmail.com
Rotary Club of Milwaukee, North Shore Luncheon
Noon - Monday, May 10, 2021
The luncheon for the Milwaukee North Shore Rotary Club will be hosted at the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North at noon.
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
Cancelled for 2021
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.
Milwaukee Rotary Club LuncheoN
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
The Rotary Club of Milwaukee Luncheon will be a virtual event on Tuesday, May 11 at 12:00 p.m.
Speaker: TBD
Speaker: TBD
Milwaukee Kiwanis Club Luncheon
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
The Kiwanis Club of Downtown Milwaukee will host their event on Wednesday, May 12 at Noon.
Speaker: TBD
Color Guard
Invocation by Military Chaplain
Music by Great Lakes Navy Training Center
12:00 p.m. – VIDEO Socializing and Announcements
12:15 p.m. – VIDEO Ceremonies
12:30 p.m. – VIDEO Featured Program
$20 lunch fee for civilians to attend.
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.
Lance Sijan Award Ceremony & Luncheon
Thursday, May 13, 2021
The Lance Sijan Award Ceremony and Luncheon features the presentation of honors to distinguished veteran heroes. The ceremony and luncheon is held at the Milwaukee Yacht Club.
Lance Sijan Award Recipients: TBD
Civic Dinner Dance
Postponed until fall 2021
The 40th Annual Civic Dinner Dance, a social event hosted by the communities of South Milwaukee, Oak Creek, Cudahy and St. Francis, is held annually 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 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
Armed Forces Week Golf Tournament
Friday, May 14, 2021
The annual AFW Golf Outing is hosted at the Muskego Lakes Country Club.
Golf includes a Texas-style barbecue luncheon. The cost per player includes 18 holes, golf cart rental, two beverage vouchers and lunch.
Registration is limited to the first 120 golfers. Deadline is Friday, May 7, 2021
"Support the Troops Ride" and Memorial Ceremony
Saturday, May 15, 2021
Join us for the 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
Cancelled for 2021
The military display takes place 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 are 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 are 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.
