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SUMMARY:Mother’s Day 2023 - Happy Mother's Day 2023 To All Mothers
DESCRIPTION:Happy Mother’s Day 2023 to all the mothers out there! This is a day to celebrate and honor the amazing women who have helped shape us into who we are today. From the moment we are born\, mothers are there to guide us\, love us\, and support us through all of life’s challenges. They deserve our gratitude and appreciation every day\, especially on Mother’s Day. \nTo all the mothers\, grandmothers\, stepmothers\, and mother figures\, thank you for your unwavering love and support. You have sacrificed so much to ensure that we have the best life possible and we are forever grateful. \nEnjoy your special day and know that you are loved and appreciated. \nHappy Mother’s Day 2023!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s important to remember that motherhood comes in many forms and not all mothers have the same journey. Some mothers may have experienced infertility\, lost a child\, or are raising children on their own. On this Mother’s Day\, let’s also honor and celebrate these mothers for their strength\, resilience\, and love. \nAnother important aspect of Mother’s Day is to recognize and support mothers who may be struggling\, whether it be financially\, emotionally\, or otherwise. Consider reaching out to a mother in need and offering your support. \nIn addition to giving gifts and showing appreciation\, there are many ways to celebrate Mother’s Day. Some families choose to have a special meal together\, while others may take a day trip or plan a fun activity. Whatever the plans may be\, the most important thing is to spend quality time with the mothers in your life. \nIn conclusion\, Mother’s Day is a special day to celebrate the incredible women who have brought us into this world and have shaped us into who we are today. Let’s show our appreciation and love for all mothers on this day and always. \nHappy Mother’s Day 2023!
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2023 is a federal holiday that is observed on the third Monday of January each year. In 2023\, MLK Day will be celebrated on January 16th. This day is dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his contributions to the civil rights movement. \nDr. King was a Baptist minister and civil rights activist who played a key role in the American civil rights movement from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968. He is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs. \nMartin Luther King Day was first observed as a federal holiday in 1986\, and it was officially signed into law by President Ronald Reagan. The holiday was created to honor Dr. King’s life and legacy and to encourage Americans to reflect on the civil rights movement and the ongoing fight for racial equality. \nOn this day\, people across the United States come together to celebrate and honor Dr. King’s legacy through various events and activities. Many communities hold parades and marches\, and there are also a number of educational and community service events that take place. \nOne of the most popular events on this day. is the annual Martin Luther King Service\, which is a national day of service that encourages Americans to volunteer in their local communities. This day is a great opportunity for people to come together and make a difference in their communities by participating in service projects\, volunteering at local organizations\, and donating to charitable causes. \nIn addition to these events\, many schools\, colleges\, and universities also hold special programs and events to commemorate MLK Day. These events often include guest speakers\, panel discussions\, and educational workshops that focus on the life and legacy of Dr. King and the civil rights movement. \nOverall\, Martin Luther King Day is a day for Americans to come together and reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his contributions to the civil rights movement. It’s a day to honor his legacy and recommit ourselves to the ongoing work of creating a more just and equitable society for all people.
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SUMMARY:Farmington Hills Veteran’s Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Farmington Hills Veteran’s Day Celebration  \nWhen and Where: 10 a.m. until noon on Friday\, Nov. 11 at the Costick Center\, located at 28600 11 Mile Road in Farmington Hills.   \nInfo: This event includes an honor guard ceremony\, a recitation of veterans’ names\, and a special luncheon. Veteran’s that live in Farmington and Farmington Hills may attend at no charge but must preregister at the front desk at the Costick Center or by calling 248-473-1830 by Thursday\, Nov. 3. Farmington and Farmington Hills residents can attend for $10. The cost is $12 for non-residents. 
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LOCATION:Costick Center\, 28600 11 Mile Road\, Farmington Hills\, MI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day Ceremony at Great Lakes National Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Day  Ceremony at Great Lakes National Cemetery\n“Supported by the Great Lakes Advisory Council” \n\n\n\nWhen: \n\nFri. Nov 11\, 2022\, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm CT \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n625 Jamaica Avenue\, Holly \, MI \n\n\n\nCost: \nFree \n\n\n\n\nDIRECTIONS FROM THE NEAREST AIRPORT\n\n\n\nFrom Detroit Metro Airport and points south of Detroit: Take I-94 West to I-275 North\, about 18 miles to I-96 West toward Lansing about 18 miles. Take U.S.23 North to Flint. Take Thompson Road Exit 84\, turn right on Thompson Road\, go to Fenton Road\, turn left on Fenton Road\, go to Baldwin Road\, turn right on Baldwin Road\, go to Holly Road\, turn right on Holly Road\, go to Belford Road\, turn left on Belford Road cross the railroad tracks. The cemetery is on the right after crossing the railroad tracks. \nFrom Ann Arbor and points South: Take U.S. 23 North toward Flint.  Take Thompson Road Exit 84\, and follow the directions from that point above. \nFrom points East of Detroit: Take I-75 N to Holly Road (exit 108). Turn left onto Holly Road then turn left onto Belford Road. \nFrom Lansing and points West: Take I-69 E toward Flint\, merge onto I-75 S (exit 133) toward Ann Arbor/Detroit. Take Holly Road (exit 108).  Turn right onto Holly Road\, turn left onto Belford Road. \nFrom Bishop Airport\, Flint: Merge onto I-75 S (exit 133) toward Ann Arbor/Detroit. Stay on I-75 to Detroit. Take Holly Road (exit 108).  Turn right onto Holly Road\, turn left onto Belford Road. \nFrom Saginaw\, Bay City\, and points North: Take I-75 S toward Flint and follow the directions from Flint. \n\nSource: VA.com
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LOCATION:Great Lakes National Cemetery\, 4200 Belford Road\, Holly\, MI\, 48442\, United States
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SUMMARY:Veterans Week 2022 - University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
DESCRIPTION:The University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is proud to host the 2022 Veterans Week celebration\, running Nov. 7-11.  \nThis annual event features a week of programming that educates and celebrates the experiences and sacrifice of those who have served our country. All events are free and are open to the entire university community and to the general public unless otherwise noted. We encourage you to attend as many of these events as you can. Please join us for respectful\, educational\, and inspirational panels\, lectures\, and stories. \nIf you have any questions about this year’s events\, please email Philip Larson\, program director for U-M Veteran and Military Services\, at pnlarson@umich.edu. \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThe University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is proud to host the 2022 Veterans Week celebration\, running Nov. 7-11.  \nThis annual event features a week of programming that educates and celebrates the experiences and sacrifice of those who have served our country. All events are free and are open to the entire university community and to the general public unless otherwise noted. We encourage you to attend as many of these events as you can. Please join us for respectful\, educational\, and inspirational panels\, lectures\, and stories. \nIf you have any questions about this year’s events\, please email Philip Larson\, program director for U-M Veteran and Military Services\, at pnlarson@umich.edu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvents\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, November 7\n\n\n\n\n\nVeteran Status Is a Part of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\n\n\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm EST\n\n\n\nLivestream on Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat does it mean to serve alongside people of every race\, gender\, creed\, religion\, and place of origin? How does military service take people from different backgrounds and create an effective unit? Unknown to many\, the U.S. military is the most diverse employer in the country. It has constantly led the way in expanding its meaning of servicemember and pushed racial\, gender\, and sexual orientation boundaries decades before the civilian workplace. \nMilitary service is\, in itself\, a distinct identity and one that veterans and active military members must weigh against their own multiple self- and society-selected ones. \nKali Lake\, program manager\, Peer Advisors for Veteran Education (PAVE)\, will talk about how she sees veteran status as a DEI identity from her own experiences and working with students. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, November 8\n\n\n\n\n\nVietnam Veteran Panel\n\n\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm EST\n\n\n\n\nKuenzel Room\, Michigan Union \nThe fourth year of the Vietnam War\, 1969 was the deadliest for Americans. It was also the year those Americans had the North Vietnamese on the ropes. Hanoi was about to ask for terms when President Richard Nixon called first\, prompting them not to give up. This year’s Vietnam Panel features three veterans who were in the air and on the ground of the Mekong Delta in 1969. All saw action and acts of humanity they have never forgotten and came home to long and successful civilian careers. What do they think today of the first war America thought it had lost? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfghanistan\, Iraq\, and Vietnam Panel\n\n\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EST\n\n\n\n\nKuenzel Room\, Michigan Union \nIn 2021\, with the withdrawal of U.S. and allied forces\, the Afghanistan capital Kabul fell. Anger and confusion reigned across America\, mixed with relief that the 20-year war was over. Questions and controversy remain regarding the rationale for the Iraq invasion\, and the future of Iraq is still uncertain. So both of our recent wars have ended with questions of “what it all meant.” Almost 50 years before\, Saigon fell after the last American forces pulled out of Vietnam\, raising similar questions of what service and sacrifice means if a conflict is not resolved well. \nHow do Afghanistan and Iraq veterans feel about their sacrifice and service today compared to how Vietnam vets now feel about theirs? What\, in fact\, does winning a modern war look like? This panel will be one of the first in the nation to ask this urgently important question from those who were there. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 9\n\n\n\n\n\nWomen in the Military Panel\n\n\n10:00 am – 11:30 am EST\n\n\n\n\nVandenberg Room\, Michigan League \nSince World War 1 and before\, women have served vital supportive roles in the U.S. military. Now women are serving alongside their male counterparts in some of the most dangerous work in the military. Often they have to overcome sexist stereotypes\, sexual harassment\, and sexual assault\, all while serving their country. Come and hear their stories of perseverance\, grit\, and courage when they honorably served in the U.S. military. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTranslating Military Experiences to the Job Market\n\n\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST\n\n\n\nLivestream on Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\nThe transition from student to career can be difficult and frustrating. But no more so than the transition from the military to a civilian career. The experience of military veterans as they transition to civilian jobs reveals the strengths and weaknesses of U.S. companies today. These companies face rapidly shifting market demands and available materials. In a global business climate where even the basic supply chain is failing\, the need is to innovate\, adapt\, and overcome. Veterans are trained for and have real-world experience in handling the unexpected. They are also accustomed to working with knowledge experts and rapidly implementing change to meet new and sometimes unexpected challenges. \nThis panel will feature veterans who will discuss their experiences and how they used team building and other transferable skills\, job-search techniques\, and networking to build both their personal brand and the success of the companies that hired them. All attendees are encouraged to engage in discussion and share their experiences. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLGBTQ+ in the Military Panel\n\n\n2:00 pm – 3:30 pm EST\n\n\n\n\nKalamazoo Room\, Michigan League \nSince 1778\, when Lieutenant Frederick Gotthold Enslin became the first servicemember dismissed from the military for homosexuality\, persons who are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, or transgender have faced discrimination in the military. Since the repeal of “don’t ask\, don’t tell\,” LGBTQ+ service members have been allowed to serve openly in the U.S. military\, and federal benefits have been extended to cover their dependents. Come hear these veterans talk about their service\, sacrifice\, and discrimination they faced while serving their country. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStories of Service\n\n\n7:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST\n\n\n\n\nMichigan Theater\, 603 E. Liberty St.\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48104 \nThe University of Michigan presents the seventh annual Stories of Service: An Evening with Veterans. This event continues to raise awareness and funds for Fisher House Michigan. \nLess than 10% of the U.S. population has served in the military\, yet stories of service and movies about military service continue to be written and be popular — and many of these have little to do with the reality of serving in the military. \nWe invite you to come and listen to true stories of life in the military. You will hear humanizing\, moving stories\, filled with humor\, loss\, and insight — all to honor the service of our men and women in uniform. \nFeatured storytellers: \nDr. Ray Christian: Retired paratrooper and national award-winning storyteller. Ray produces the podcast “What’s Ray Saying?”\, which features stories born out of his experiences with poverty\, racial injustice\, his military experiences\, and his sense of adventure. \nDr. John “Joe” Schwarz: Joe served in the the U.S. House of Representatives and the Michigan State Senate\, as well as mayor of Battle Creek\, Mich. He is an alumnus of the University of Michigan (1959)\, a medical doctor\, and served in the U.S. Navy and the CIA during the Vietnam War. \nAndrea M. Norton: Andrea is a champion for women veterans and those who identify as LGBTQ. She was the first LGBTQ veteran care coordinator at the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. She has worked in the VA medical center in Saginaw\, working with homeless veteran populations and as a mental health case manager. She has a bachelors and masters degree in social work. Andrea is an Air Force veteran. \nDerek Blumke: Derek is the State of Michigan adjutant & quartermaster of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). Derek served 12 years combined between active duty Air Force and MI Air National Guard. He was deployed to Uzbekistan and Afghanistan. In 2007\, Derek founded the Student Veterans Association at University of Michigan\, where he is an alumnus. Soon after\, he cofounded the national Student Veterans of America\, where he served as president. \nMiracle Okoro: Miracle is a Nigerian-American poet\, student\, and child advocate who now lives in Asheville\, N.C.\, with her beloved dog Taz. Miracle joined the Army in April 2019 and is currently a mechanic in the Army Reserves. \nJennifer Lamb: Jennifer enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserves in 1994 and later commissioned as an officer on active duty until 2002. She was the first woman Marine assigned to an infantry company with Small Craft Company\, 2nd Marine Division. Her last assignment was as the battalion executive officer for Camp Johnson\, N.C.\, where she was serving during the attack on the United States during 9/11. Jennifer has a masters degree in social work and a masters degree in child development. She worked at Mott Children’s Hospital\, the University of Michigan’s Military Support Programs and Networks\, and for the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, November 10\n\n\n\n\n\nAuthor’s Presentation of His Book\, “Horse Soldiers: The Extraordinary Story of a Band of U.S. Soldiers Who Rode to Victory in Afghanistan”\n\n\n10:00 am – 11:30 am EST\n\n\n\n\nKuenzel Room\, Michigan Union \nAuthor Douglas Stanton will review the heroic actions taken by the 5th Special Forces Group Operational Detachment Alpha 595 to liberate a region in Afghanistan from the Taliban without tanks or trucks\, but by only using horses. This book became the inspiration for the major motion picture “12 Strong” by Jerry Bruckheimer\, starring Chris Hemsworth and Michael Shannon. \nMr. Stanton will provide the historical context of the book and inform the audience of leadership techniques used by these Special Forces that can be applied to your everyday decision-making to improve performance. \nMr. Stanton will also discuss the new chapter in his book\, “Visiting The Story 20 Years Later: What did we win\, what did we lose\, and what did it cost?”. Additional details can be found on his author website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStudent Military Veteran Panel\n\n\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EST\n\n\n\n\nKuenzel Room\, Michigan Union \nWhat do students who have served in the military think about their experiences at U-M? What made them join the military? What did they do while they were in the military? These are just some of the questions you will hear answered by a group of students who have served in the U.S. military and are now studying at the University of Michigan! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarine Corps Birthday\n\n\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST\n\n\n\nRSVP Required\n\n\n\n\n\nMaize and Blue Room\, Student Activities Building \nJoin as the Marine Corps at U-M celebrate 247 years of service to our nation! On Nov. 10\, Marines around the world cut a traditional cake in celebration of the Corps’ birth. In light of this tradition\, the Michigan Ross Armed Forces Association (AFA) will host a cake-cutting ceremony to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 247th birthday. \nShare in the pomp\, ceremony\, and tradition of a Marine Corps birthday! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 11\n\n\n\n\n\nCeremonial Flag Raising\n\n\n8:00 am – 8:30 am EST\n\n\n\n\nFlagpole\, Central Campus Diag \nJoin us for the ceremonial raising of the flag. This tradition is done each day at every military base and station across the U.S. and around the world. Come and join us as we respect those who continue to serve their country and those who have served by participating in this important tradition. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n14th Annual Faculty/Staff/Student Veteran and Military Appreciation Lunch\n\n\n11:30 am – 2:00 pm EST\n\n\n\n\nBallroom\, Michigan Union\nRSVP Required by Invite Sent to Your Email \nAll faculty\, staff\, and students who are currently serving in the U.S. military or who have served are invited to our annual lunch to honor your service and sacrifice to our nation and service to our university. For questions about the invite\, please email Philip Larson\, program director of Veteran and Military Services\, at pnlarson@umich.edu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMilitary Melodies Played on the Central Campus Carillon\n\n\n12:00 pm – 12:30 pm EST\n\n\n\n\nCentral Campus Carillon\, Burton Tower \nCarillon students Zoe Lei and Michael Ngan will include a medley of “The Caissons Go Rolling Along\,” “The Marine’s Hymn\,” and “Anchors Aweigh\,” plus “Semper Fidelis” and Tiffany Ng’s arrangement of “Eternal Father\, Strong to Save.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCeremonial Flag Lowering\n\n\n5:00 pm – 5:30 pm EST\n\n\n\n\nFlagpole\, Law Quad \nJoin us for the ceremonial lowering of the flag. This tradition is done each day at every military base and station across the U.S. and around the world. Come and join us as we respect those who continue to serve their country and those who have served by participating in this important tradition. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVETx\n\n\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST\n\n\n\nRSVP Required\n\n\n\n\n\nRobertson Auditorium\, Ross School of Business \nEvery year\, in honor of Veterans Day\, the Ross School of Business Armed Forces Association hosts a series of veteran speakers sharing the experiences that made them the leaders who they are today. VETx is your chance to connect with the men and women of the Ross veteran community and to hear about some of the hardest-earned lessons and insights in the entire Ross student body. This year we are back to a live\, in-person event featuring a series of long and short stories from veteran MBA students. We are also broadcasting the event live for those who cannot attend in person. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVETERAN & MILITARY SERVICES \n\n2011 STUDENT ACTIVITIES BLDG\n515 EAST JEFFERSON STREET\nANN ARBOR\, MI 48109-1316 US \n\n\nSource: University Of Michigan
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