Ways to Remember Veterans

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Members of the military and their families have faced enormous challenges on behalf of the citizens of the United States. On Veteran’s Day and throughout the month of November, some special events and organizations honor military service. 

Operation Green Light

Operation Green Light provides citizens with the opportunity and information to learn about military culture, suicide prevention, and things veterans want us to know about their service and transition from military to civilian culture. 

How can individuals participate in Operation Green Light?

  • Illuminate your porch in green the week of November 6 to 13.
  • Learn about and share federal, state, and local resources for service members, veterans, and families with friends and family.
  • Visit the Governor’s Challenge Psych Armor Training Portal to complete free training on various subjects related to the military and veteran culture, women veterans, and suicide prevention.

Wreaths Across America

National Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023. More than two million volunteers will donate, lay wreaths, or educate the community at over 4,000 locations across the United States. Go to the website and search for opportunities and locations near you. 

Bob Woodruff Foundation

The Bob Woodruff Foundation resolves to raise awareness about the tough challenges veterans and military families face, and invest in solutions to help support them in the next chapter of their lives. The Foundation complements the government’s work, ensuring that our veterans thrive long after returning home. Their mission is to ensure that our nation’s veterans, service members, and their families — those who stood for us — have stable and successful futures.

In its 17th year, Stand Up for Heroes is the Foundation’s annual celebration where they honor the nation’s impacted veterans and their families. Tickets are on sale for the event on November 6 at 8pm, Lincoln Center, NYC.

Calvert Marine Museum Honoring Veterans

The Calvert Marine Museum offering a few ways visitors can honor those who have served.

  • Sunday, Nov. 5 – “On-Watch” Memorial Service 2 p.m.
    Join us in thanking all our veterans for their service at the site of the “On Watch” statue at the end of Dowell Road in Dowell, Maryland. Refreshments will be served on-site following the program.
  • Friday, Nov. 10 – Veterans Day (Observed) Lecture Series 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    Join CMM staff and local historians to commemorate Veterans Day by examining the role Solomons Island and Southern Maryland played in our country’s military history. Presentations will take place throughout the day in the Harms Gallery; see the schedule below. The event is free to the public, regular admission to the museum can be purchased at the Admissions Desk. Free admission for active duty military and veterans on Friday and Saturday.
  • Saturday, Nov. 11 – Veterans Day 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    Join CMM staff as we recognize and honor all of America’s veterans. We invite visitors to write a letter thanking veterans for their service, which will then be delivered to Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Free admission for active duty military and veterans.

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