The official State of Minnesota Veterans Day Program will be held virtually again this year in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. A 30-minute recorded program will be available starting at 8 a.m. on Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11 here on the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs website. The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) invites all Minnesotans to celebrate and honor the Veterans who have served our state and country. “Although we are not gathering in person, the importance of recognizing Minnesota’s Veterans for their service, sacrifice and resilience has not diminished,” said MDVA Commissioner Larry Herke. “We encourage all Minnesotans to take a moment to thank the Veterans in their lives for the freedoms we all enjoy.
Country music artist Rockie Lynne will open this year’s program, which will include music and remarks from:
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Larry Herke
Adjutant General of the Minnesota National Guard Maj. Gen. Shawn Manke
Members of the Minnesota Congressional Delegation
Ron Haugen, Chair of the Minnesota Commanders’ Task Force
MDVA employees
34th Infantry Division Red Bull Band
The program will be hosted by former WCCO-TV Reporter Bill Hudson. During his time at WCCO, Hudson covered a variety of Veteran-related assignments including Minnesota National Guard missions to Bosnia, Panama and Honduras, and traveling to Saudi Arabia to accompany soldiers returning home from the first Gulf War. More at http://mn.gov/mdva/news/events/index.jsp?id=1066-503512
Each Monday MN DAV Chapter 39 recognizes those who make a difference. Today we want to recognize ALL our members who take the time to VOLUNTEER. Whether stepping up to serve as a Chapter/Unit officer, volunteer on a committee, help with a fundraising event, driving a Veteran to and from a medical appointment, or simply attending meetings. The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others. THANK YOU for your support to our Veterans in Anoka and surrounding counties.
MN DAV Chapter 39 & Auxiliary Unit 39 will meet on Thursday, October 14, 2021, 6:30 PM at the VFW, 1919 Coon Rapids Blvd., Coon Rapids, MN 55433. Chapter agenda includes a discussion of a membership drive, gift cards for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and promoting clothing bins open for donations 365 days a year. Auxiliary Unit is still seeking female veterans for a free SPA DAY on Saturday, October 16. Call Nancy at (763) 427-3544 for details.
