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EVENTS

  • November 8th, 2018  11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    Pershing Park- 14th St and Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20045

    The First Look Pavilion provides an all day immersive multimedia presentation of the coming National World War I Memorial, at the location of its future home.

    We will be using large graphics, video, and physical display to provide your with  \”A First Look\” at what the memorial will be, offer you some insight into how it has come about, and the Memorial\’s current status.  

    11:00 a.m. –The Nation Served: Wreath Laying Tribute to the States and Territories

    This ceremony launches a series of commemorative events giving a first look at the National World War l Memorial, Washington, DC and marking the Centennial of the Armistice that ended World War I.

    2:00 p.m. –Women in Wartime: Tribute to the Women of WWI

    This event honors the women who supported the war efforts. The women of World War I demonstrated their ability to take on traditionally male roles and paved the way for future service of women in the U.S. military. Come meet and listen to some of America\’s most accomplished women military leaders as they pay tribute to the women who paved the path for all women, 100 years ago. 

    4:00 p.m. – The Heroic Legacy: African Americans and Latinos of WWI

    The war directly impacted all minorities, male and female, soldier and civilian. This event honors the sacrifice and service of minorities during WWI.

    For more information, please visit www.worldwar1centennial.org

 

CEREMONIES

  • November 11th at 11 a.m.
    Arlington National Cemetery

    The Veterans Day National Ceremony is held each year on November 11th at Arlington National Cemetery. The ceremony commences precisely at 11:00 a.m. with a wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns and continues inside the Memorial Amphitheater with a parade of colors by veterans\’ organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is intended to honor and thank all who served in the United States Armed Forces.  For more information, please visit  www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/

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November 11th, 2018

  • Bar Louie. Free Flatbread or Burger. Dine-in only. 
  • BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Free entree, up to $12.95, plus Dr. Pepper beverage.
  • CentraArchy Restaurants. Free meal at participating restaurants, including New York Prime, California Dreaming, The Tavern at Phipps, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47 or Gulfstream Café.
  • Chevys Fresh Mex. Complimentary meal.
  • Chili’s. Free meal from special menu at participating locations. 
  • The Chop House, Nov. 11 & 12, 2018. 50% off any dine-in lunch or dinner entree to veterans with military ID or in uniform.
  • Connor\’s Steakhouse, Nov. 11 & 12, 2018. 50% off any dine-in lunch or dinner entree to veterans with military ID or in uniform.
  • Cotton Patch Café. Free meal. Proof of service required.
  • El Torito & El Torito, Grill. Complimentary meal.
  • Famous Dave’s, Nov. 11 & 12, 2018. Free 2 Meat Combo w/ side at participating locations only.
  • Friendly’s. Free breakfast, lunch, dinner at participating locations.
  • Green Mill. Free menu item for lunch or dinner. 
  • Grub Burger Bar. Free entree.
  • Hy-Vee. Free Veterans Day breakfast from 7am – 11am at all participating Hy-Vee supermarkets with in-store dining. 
  • Logan’s Roadhouse (3 pm – 6 pm). Free entrée from select menu at participating locations.
  • LongHorn Steakhouse. Free appetizer or dessert. Additional 10% off for guests that dine with Veterans on November 11.
  • McCormick & Schmick’s. Free lunch or dinner from special menu.
  • Nékter Juice Bar. Free 16 oz Juices and Smoothies at participating locations.
  • Olive Garden. Free entrée with proof of service. 
  • On the Border. Free Choose 2 or Choose 3 Combo.
  • Outback Steakhouse. Free Bloomin’ Onion and a non-alcoholic beverage. Also receive 10% off your purchase through Dec 31, 2018.
  • Primanti Bros. Free Sandwich at participating locations.
  • Rib Crib. Free meal from Menu of Honor.
  • Ruby Tuesday\’s. Free Appetizer (up to $10).
  • Sagebrush Steakhouse. Free meal from select menu. 
  • Texas Corral. Free meal from a special menu, plus lemonade, iced tea, or coffee.
  • Texas Roadhouse. Free lunch from special menu. Dine-in only. 

For more: http://themilitarywallet.com/veterans-day-free-meals-and-discounts/

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