Delta Veterans

Pearl Harbor Rememberance Ceremony
2019-12-07 14:00 - 14:30 UTC | Alley Park, 250 Trenton St, West Monroe, 71291, United States
While the holidays are a time of joy, they should also be a time of reflection. This year, our community’s Christmas Kiwanis parade and fireworks celebration day happens to fall on Pearl Harbor Day, December 7th.
We will pause to remember and honor Pearl Harbor Day as a community in downtown West Monroe with a Remembrance Ceremony at 2:00 p.m. in Alley Park with The Blue Star Mothers of NELA and Chennault Aviation and Military Museum.
Bring a yellow rose to join us in laying roses in memory of those who perished that day at the conclusion of the ceremony.
The Blue Star Mothers will read the names of those casualties from Louisiana, and we will toll the bell for our military branches. Chennault Museum CEO, Nell Calloway, will speak about the significance of Pearl Harbor as it relates to our community.
The Monroe-West Monroe Convention and Visitors Bureau will post the names of the Louisiana casualties near Alley Park with a display that can be viewed throughout the day. The Blue Star Mothers will begin the process of laying roses in front of the names after the ceremony and the public will be invited to join that process.
This year’s Kiwanis Christmas Parade Grand Marshal is WWII Veteran and Former West Monroe Mayor, Bert Hatten. Bert will be present at the ceremony as the guest of honor.

Bayou Eats & Deets
2019-11-13 11:30 - 13:00 | West Monroe Convention Center, 901 Ridge Ave, West Monroe, LA, 71291, United States
Join the Advertising Club of Northeast Louisiana for a look into Veteran Volunteerism in Northeast Louisiana with Delta Veterans and the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum.
Delta Veterans is a small non-profit group creating an information hub for programs and resource available to military, veterans, and their families. Their mission is to make sure every veteran has access to the resources needed for them to be able to succeed in life.
They are an information hub that will allow veteransâ€™ organizations to connect with each other as well as with veterans needing services. They want to make sure all veterans have access to educational, occupational, financial, housing, volunteer, and wellness opportunities available to them.
Nell Calloway has been the Director and now President/CEO of the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum since 2008. The granddaughter of General Claire Chennault, the founder of the Flying Tigers, Nell has a passion for the museumâ€™s mission that is both keenly professional and deeply personal. She leads the Chennault familyâ€™s vision for the Generalâ€™s legacy through the museum and her constant work around the USA and Asia.
Nell is a well-known advocate for veterans and their families across the United States and around the world. She regularly meets with veterans and their families. It has been an honor for her to be able to preserve the rich history of Northeast Louisiana and serve our veterans nationwide.
To RSVP, visit adclubnela.org by noon on Monday, November 11th. $20 for Members, $30 for Non-Members.

Veteran's Day Luncheon
2019-11-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Texas Roadhouse, 108 Basic Dr., West Monroe, LA, United States
Jennifer Van and Texas Roadhouse, West Monroe, LA
Join us on VETERANâ€™S DAY to HONOR VETERANS . CEREMONY STARTS AT 10AM.

Delta Veterans Expo & Celebration
2019-11-09 12:00 - 18:00 | Chennault Aviation and Military Museum, 701 Kansas Ln, Monroe, LA, 71203, United States
Delta Veterans annual resource fair for active, guard, reserve, retired, veteran, and their families. Meet with several groups and programs to get information on what is available to military, veterans, and their families! Set up at Chennault Aviation and Military Museum.
Live music, kids activities, military vehicles on display.

Holidays for Heroes Card Writing Event
2019-11-09 10:00 - 15:00 | The American Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces and Veterans, 805 Brook Hollow Dr, Shreveport, LA, 71105, United States
Write, color, or decorate a card or banner showing your appreciation for our veterans and deployed service members. Hang an ornament on our Hero Tree in memory of a friend or family member who has served in the military. Cards and supplies will be provided, or you may bring your own. Light refreshments will be served.
Cards will be distributed to the NWLA Veterans Home residents, Shreveport VA Medical Center inpatients, and North Louisiana Gold Star Families during the holiday season.

A Celebration of Heroes
2019-11-08 15:00 | Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Grand Ave, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
Shreveport, LA.
Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, presenting Kris “Tanto” Paronto (13 Hours in Benghazi) and Carl Marino.
Presented by Evans Financial Group
www.shreveportheroes.com

Ruston's Veterans Day Celebration "Honoring Our Heroes"
2019-11-08 10:00 | Railroad Park, 101 E. Park Ave, Ruston, LA, 71270, United States
Railroad Park, 101 E Park Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
10:00 AM: Parade with Grand Marshal Jay Vinyard, Flying Tiger Veteran Pilot.
11:00 AM: Veterans Day Ceremony Begins:

Â F-15 Flyover
Master of Ceremonies: Rick Godley
Presentation of Colors: LA Tech ROTC
Singing of National Anthem: Micaela Jolly
Pledge of Allegiance: John Abram Earle
Invocation: Ty Lolley
Laying of the Wreath: US Army/Navy/Marine Recruiters
POW Ceremony: 593 American Legion Post Grambling, Ret. SFC Ronnie Lyons and Ret. Col. Ewing Collier
Introduction of Mayor Ronny Walker: Logan Johnson
Welcome: Mayor Ronny Walker
Introduction of Speaker: Alderwoman Angela Mayfield
Guest Speaker: Nell Chennault Calloway, granddaughter of President/CEO of Chennault Aviation & Military Museum General Claire Chennault
Song Tribute to Veterans: Cedar Creek 6th Graders
Dismissal Prayer: District Attorney John Belton

After event at the North Louisiana Military Museum, 201 Memorial Dr, Ruston, LA 71270, for dedication of “The Dog Tag Military Memorial Garden”, presented by Kiwanis Club of Ruston:

Greetings and Welcome: Ed Shell
Pledge of Allegiance: Randy Fallon
Purpose of Gardens: Ed Shell
Thoughts: Ernie Stevens
Closing Prayer: Ernie Stevens

You can have a Dog Tag custom made in honor of anyone, of any branch of service for any era for only $10.00. All proceeds benefit the North Louisiana Military Museum. Visit www.NLMM.La to fill out a form. This is an on-going fundraiser.

Salute to Our Veterans
2019-11-08 08:30 - 09:00 | Blue Star Memorial Gardens, 1 Mill St, West Monroe, LA, 71291, United States
Hosted by the City of West Monroe, LA at the Blue Star Memorial Gardens at Stella/Mill intersection in front of First West Thrift Store. City of West Monroe employees who are veterans will be recognized at this event.

Veteran's Breakfast
2019-11-07 09:00 - 10:30 | West Monroe Convention Center, 901 Ridge Ave, West Monroe, LA, 71291, United States
The West Ouachita Senior Center will be hosting its â€œAnnual Veteransâ€™ Breakfast,â€ Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. at the West Monroe Convention Center, located at 901 Ridge Avenue, in West Monroe. Our community sponsor for this worthwhile event, which honors all Northeast Louisiana Veterans for their service and sacrifice for our country, is Kilpatrick Funeral Homes.
Hundreds of veterans and spouses of veterans are expected to attend this annual event honoring our local military for their service to our country. Mike Sullivan will be the â€œMaster of Ceremoniesâ€ for this special Veteransâ€™ Day gathering. The West Monroe High School ROTC Color Guard will conduct the Presentation of Colors. This patriotic event will also feature a spectacular â€œUSO Showâ€ performed by the Broadway Wannabes.
In order to plan breakfast, RSVP is required by calling the West Ouachita Senior Center at 318-324-1280, by Monday, November 4, at noon.

Amvets Post 66 2nd Annual Poker Chip Run
2019-10-26 09:00 - 18:00 | AMVets Post 66, 2915 Armand St, Monroe, LA, 71201, United States
Join Amvets Post 66 for their 2nd annual poker chip run to benefit Veterans!
9 a.m. registration at Post 66, 11 a.m. first out, 5 p.m. last in.
$20 per bike or vehicle, $10 passenger.
$6 hamburger plates served by the Ladies Auxiliary.
50/50 raffle, and a Springfield 1911 Range Officer raffle at $5 a ticket (tickets available at bar in Post).
Music and fun!

Sons of Amvets 1st Annual Golf Tournament
2019-09-28 08:00 - 18:00 | Trails End Golf Course, 400 Trails End Rd, Arcadia, LA, 71001, United States
We are excited to announce the 1st Annual Sons of Amvets Monroe, LA Golf Tournament! It will take place at Trails End Golf Course in Arcadia, LA on September 28, 2019. There will be a morning flight and an evening flight, with a total of 6 flights paid. We will also have a hole in one, AR 15 Gun Shoot, Mulligans and we are bringing back the Amvets String Tournament! Lunch will be served, diddy bags and refreshments will be provided. The Proceeds will go towards re-establishing the Amvets Scholarship at ULM! For any questions, please contact Chris Rightsell @ 318-779-5189.

NELA Remembers 9/11: A tribute to our first responders
2019-09-11 08:00 - 10:00 | Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Heritage Museum, 1051 Chennault Park Dr., Monroe, LA, 71203, United States
Cheannault Aviation & Military Museum & Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Heritage Museum jointly present “Northeast Louisiana Remembers 9/11”, a tribute to our first responders.
Join us on Wednesday, September 11 for a morning of remembrance and honor. Speakers include local first responders and combat veterans as well as representatives of both museums. A reception with complimentary refreshments will follow.
Students, schools, and organizations are invited to attend.
For any questions, please contact Caroline Smalling at Chennault Museum at (318) 362-5540 or caroline@chennaultmuseum.org.

Armed Forces Face Off-Roller Derby Tournament
2019-09-07 14:00 - 21:00 | Monroe Civic Center, 401 Lea Joyner Expy, Monroe, LA, 71201, United States
Roe City Roller Derby and skaters from the tri-state area are representing all 5ï¸âƒ£ branches of the armed forces on the track! Come root for your favorite branch and support a good cause. Proceeds for this event will got to ORVA’s ??Project4Hope??. This project’s mission is building a small living communities ?and providing support and resources for veterans in need!
This event is ?â€?â€?kid?â€?â€? friendly with plenty of fun activities!
Doors open @ 1pm with 1st whistle @ 2pm!
You will be able to come and go as you please with wristband.
Earlybird Tickets are $10 and $15 at the door!
Children 10 & under free.
If you are interested in skating, reffing, being anon skating official, or volunteering please message our facebook page for more info.

Chennault Aviation Park Groundbreaking
2019-08-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Chennault Aviation and Military Museum, 701 Kansas Ln, Monroe, LA, 71203, United States
Join Chennault Aviation and Military Museum for the ground breaking ceremony of the Chennault Aviation Park, followed by Spirit of ’45 Celebration. Complimentary refreshments will be served.
Jointly hosted by the Monroe and West Monroe-West Ouachita Chambers of Commerce.

Back Yard Back to School Bash
2019-08-08 17:00 - 20:00 | The Backyard Street Food, 205 Mane St, West Monroe, LA, 71292, United States
Food, Fun and Mini Golf to Support are Veteran Families with Back to School Clothes and Supplies!!

Steak Night AMVets Post 66
2019-07-20 17:00 - 20:00 | AMVets Post 66, 2915 Armand St, Monroe, LA, 71201, United States
Join the Ladies Auxiliary and Sons of AMVets for Steak Night. $20 gets you a ribeye steak, baked potato, salad and roll. Musical performance by Dave Gore. Come out and support local Veterans!
