Go to the first link above to get the scoop on other Outback programmes for our troops, and then go HERE to find out about the Veterans Day 'thank you.'
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Military Appreciation Monday
Free "Thank You" Dinner
Monday, Nov. 15, 2010
5pm - 9pm
November 15, 2010 will mark the 10th anniversary of Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner.
The free meal is a special "thank you tribute" to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to join us for Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner.
More information HERE.
Subway - Free 6-inch sub on Veterans Day Nov. 11 in Central FL Central Florida SUBWAY® restaurants are offering a complimentary 6-inch sub to all Veterans and active military on Veterans Day, Thurs., Nov. 11. lMust show military I.D. card or proof of service at any Central Florida SUBWAY® to redeem their sub.
The special event is only valid at participating SUBWAY® restaurant locations in Orange, Seminole, Volusia, Lake, Brevard, Osceola and Marion Counties.
[Bratnote: Although this is on my list, I haven't been able to verify this for this year specifically. Call ahead.]
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Bed and Breakfast anyone?
BED AND BREAKFASTS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES
TO HONOR U.S. MILITARYB&Bs and Inns are providing free rooms on Wednesday, November 10, in observance of Veterans Day, November 11, to honor servicemen and women currently serving or who have previously served their country. The program was started in 2009 by the West Virginia B&B Association (formerly called MABB) and this year has expanded to include 49 states, 8 international locations and more than 850 Inns.
Click here to see properties that are participating in the program.
Reservations need to be made directly with the participating Inns and B&Bs. "We just wanted to say thank you to the courageous men and women from our armed forces", says Kathleen Panek, owner of the Gillum House in Shinnston, WV. "These are some trying times for anyone serving or who has served and a good night's rest is our way to say, thank you." A valid Military or VA ID will be required for each reservation. For more information contact Kathleen at 304-592-0177 or via email at gillum@GillumHouse.com
Each B&B is making at least one room available on the night of Wednesday, November 10 (only) to active and retired military personnel. Availability is limited, so Inns may not have a specific room listed for the promotion and once the available rooms are booked, the B&B may not be able to provide another free room.
More info here.
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I wasn't able to verify all of these, so check ahead of time. Also go HERE for a long list of businesses saying "thank you" to our troops and veterans.
Krispy Kreme – One free doughnut of any variety.
UNO Chicago Grill- Free entree or individual pizza with an entree or pizza purchase of equal or greater value.
Coushatta Casino Resort – The Louisiana casino and resort is offering a free seven-clans lunch or dinner buffet to veterans or active military.
MarketPlace Grill & Express – Veterans and active-duty military receive free entrees.
Masala Wok – The Northern Virginian restaurant is offering a free entree to Veterans.
Abuelo’s Mexican Food Restaurants – All Veterans and active-duty military receive a free entree.
Carolina Burgers & BBQ – In Matthews, NC is offering a free meal to all service members and veterans.
National parks, forests and monuments – Admission is free to everyone on Veterans Day. Find one near you at http://hownottobemee.com/wp/29.
Knott’s Berry Farm – Free park admission to U.S. armed forces personnel and a guest during Veteran’s Month, November 1-26.
San Jacinto Museum of History, Texas – Free visits to the Observation Deck, theatre, and special exhibit for Veterans, active duty military personnel, and their families.
Sam’s Club – November 10-12, 2010 Over 25,000 Hugo canes will be given away to U.S. Veterans in need of mobility assistance. Membership is not required, but supplies are limited, so check with your local store. Amazon.com – Free “Veterans Day Honor” MP3 album download. The album includes 12 songs by The Bands and Ensembles of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Outward Bound - Free expeditions – adventure and self-discovery for Veterans of combat operations in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Mike’s Car Wash, Indiana – Free car wash all day on Veterans Day, November 11th. Call first to ensure they are keeping their promotion.
Budget Rent a Car, Kansas – Free tank of gas for anyone who rents a vehicle.
The Brevard Zoo, Florida – Free admission to active duty and retired military November 11-14, 2010. Spouse can receive free admission when active duty member is out of country.
California Automobile Museum, Sacramento – Free admission to active duty and retired military November 11, 2010.
Coastal Voices, Santa Maria, California – Free concert for Veterans, November 11 and November 13, 2010.
Sport Clips Haircuts – Free haircut to Veterans on Veterans Day 2010.
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2010
Click here for a list of participating restaurants.
Click here to make a reservation.The McCormick & Schmick's Veterans Appreciation Event is offered at participating restaurants to veterans defined as a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable.
Veterans must present proper identification. Examples include: VA Card, VFW Card, American Legion Card, discharge papers, DD214 or other Veterans ID. In an effort to accommodate as many veterans as possible, many restaurants will not be able to seat parties larger than six.
Go HERE for more details.
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UNO Chicago Grill- Free entree or individual pizza with an entree or pizza purchase of equal or greater value.
Coushatta Casino Resort - The Louisiana casino and resort is offering a free seven-clans lunch or dinner buffet to veterans or active military.
MarketPlace Grill & Express - Veterans and active-duty military receive free entrees.
Masala Wok - The Northern Virginian restaurant is offering a free entree to veterans.
Hy-Vee supermarkets - The mid-western supermarket chain is offering a free breakfast to veterans.
Abuelo's Mexican Food Restaurants - All veterans and active-duty military receive a free entree.
Carolina Burgers & BBQ - In Matthews, NC is offering a free meal to all service members and veterans.
Okay, now that you are fed, how about these entertainment "thank you" 's?
National parks, forests and monuments - Admission is free to everyone on Veterans Day.
Knott's Berry Farm - Free park admission to U.S. armed forces personnel and a guest during Veteran's Month, November 1-26.
Colonial Williamsburg - Free admission Nov. 6-11 for active-duty military, guard and reservists, retirees, veterans and their dependents.
San Jacinto Museum of History - Free visits to the Observation Deck, theatre, and special exhibit for veterans, active duty military personnel, and their families.
Historic Jamestown - Free admission to veterans, current Armed Forces members and their family members.
Battleship Cove - Free admission and a special ceremony for veterans, active, duty and reservists.
Vicksburg National Military Park - Free admission for all.
Birmingham Museum of Art - Free admission to the ticketed event "Life and Liberty" on Nov. 10-11 for veterans and active military.
Vulcan Park and Museum- In Birmingham, Alabama is offering discounted admission through November to the park and museum.
Greenbay (WI) New Zoo - Free admission to veterans and their families.
Central Florida Zoo - Free admission to the Sanford, Florida zoo with proper ID.
Strategic Air & Space Museum- Free admission for veterans Nov. 11-14 to the Ashland, Neb. museum.
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum - in Oklahoma City offers free admission to veterans and five guests from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Veterans Day.
Natural Elements Spa & Salon - In Chesapeake, Virginia, will provide free services from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to both active duty and retired military
That's enough to get you all started. Of course, if all else fails, veterans and active duty (and their families) can always head to Bratville where a free breakfast is available..;)
Thank YOU from me to ALL our coalition troops and veterans.
[H/T Jane for getting me started on this list!!]
2 comments:
It was my pleasure!!
You have put together a great newsletter for Veterans and Active military. You are the best!
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