MAC-V

Happy New Year from MACV!
2023-01-01

VFW Department Midwinter Conference 2023
2023-01-13 - 2023-01-15 | Marriott NW, 7025 Northland Drive N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55428, United States
The department exists because of all its members, and the department counts on members to attend the conferences and conventions. Click here to learn more and sign up!

ETS Reverse Job Fair-Veteran Career Opportunities
2023-01-13 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Every Third Saturday, 4303 E. 54th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55417
A job fair where employers come to you!

Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2023-01-16
On this day, we remember and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

2023 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast
2023-01-16 08:00 - 09:30 | Minneapolis Convention Center Ballrooms A&B, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55403
Our staff has the opportunity to attend in person or online, and you can too! Click here to register!

ETS Veteran's Coffee Talk
2023-01-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Every Third Saturday, 4303 E. 54th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55417
Do you need someone who will listen?
Veteran to Veteran!
Every Third Saturday is here to support Veterans and their families.

Special Screening of the Film ‘Angst’
2023-01-26 18:30 - 21:00
On top of academic and social stress, the uncertainty and fears the past couple of years have brought, many of us are dealing with more anxiety than before. Angst helps break this down, explaining what’s going on, and what we can do about it to help both ourselves and others. The film is not only helpful in understanding anxiety but offers hope and meaningful discussion with local experts after the viewing. Raising awareness and offering hope to those suffering with anxiety and other mental health challenges will help end stigma, reduce suicide and create a kinder more accepting community of support.
Thursday, Jan. 26 at 6:30 p. m.
Paradise Theater
37 Union Street South, Mora, MN
FREE but registration is requested
Visit: https://bit.ly/3YrMCXQ

10th Annual Soups For Troops
2023-01-28 11:00 - 13:30 | Loose Moose Saloon, 119 S Front St, Mankato, Minnesota, 56001
10th Annual Soups for Troops – all proceeds support the needs of our local veterans! The need to assist this year is so great it is heartbreaking.
Please plan to attend, have some soup, bid on some silent auction, all for our veterans in need.

Black History Month
2023-02-01
This month we honor the contributions of African Americans to our country throughout history, whose impact continues to resonate today. (Photo by Sr. Airman Megan Shepherd)

Suicide Prevention Symposium – A Training Day for Faith Leaders
2023-02-02 08:30 - 14:00 | Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1407 Cedar Avenue North, Glencoe, MN, 55336, United States
Learn about the critical role faith leaders can play in preventing deaths by suicide, how to support those affected by suicide, and helpful community resources that are available. Click here to register!

Four Chaplains Day
2023-02-03
On February 3, 1943, four World War II chaplains died rescuing civilian and military personnel from a sinking SS Dorchester. Today, we remember their bravery and sacrifice.

USO Birthday
2023-02-04
For over 80 years the USO has been providing concerts and shows for our service members. Happy Birthday! (Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Sara Muir)

Facing Suicide: Hope for the Agricultural Community
2023-02-06 15:00 - 17:30 | CentraCare Main Clinic : East Conference Room, 101 Willmar Ave. SW, Willmar, MN, 56201, United States
Suicide is an urgent health care crisis touching far too many Minnesotans in the agricultural community each year. This “Facing Suicide” event features the Question, Persuade, Respond (QPR) class taught by University of Minnesota Farm Safety & Health Extension Educator Emily Krekelberg, a screening of excerpts from TPT’s new documentary “Facing Suicide”, and a Q & A with NAMI (National Association on Mental Illness) Minnesota suicide prevention staff. Click here to register!

Holes for Heroes Ice Fishing Tournament
2023-02-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Medicine Lake, Plymouth MN, 1740 E Medicine Lake Blvd, Plymouth, MN, 55441, United States
This multi-species ice fishing tournament is to honor our veterans and their families. We will have prizes to the top 2 lengths in each of the following species: Walleye, Northern/Pike, Bass (lg/sm), Sunfish, Crappie, Perch. Click here to learn more and register!

National Salute to Veteran Patients: Week of Feb. 14
2023-02-13
Our Veterans Affairs healthcare system benefits from volunteers and donors alike. This week, we honor hospitalized Veterans to increase community awareness of the VA’s role in providing our nation’s Veterans with comprehensive medical care. Visit www.volunteer.va.gov to learn more. (Photo by Senior Airman Mackenzie Mendez)

Valentine’s Day
2023-02-14
Happy Valentine’s Day!

Anoka County Employer Of The Day: Center For Energy & Environment
2023-02-15 09:15 - 12:30 | Blaine Human Services Center, 1201 89th Avenue NE Blaine, Blaine, MN, 55434, United States
Employment support followed by a hiring event!

AgVet Workshop
2023-02-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Sprout, 609 13th Ave., Little Falls, MN, 56345, United States
Workshop is designed to enhance agricultural opportunities for military Veterans who are interested in learning more about growing and farming. Spouses, partners, and dependents of military Veterans and active duty personnel are also encouraged to attend these events, which are offered in person and in virtual formats. Click here to register!

Coast Guard Reserve Birthday
2023-02-19
81 years and counting for the U.S. Coast Guard Reserves. Happy Birthday! (Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jonathan Klingenberg)

President’s Day
2023-02-20
Happy President’s Day! (Photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton Swanbeck)

Women’s History Month
2023-03-01
In honor of Women’s History Month, MACV is excited to highlight the stories of prominent women in military history. Today, we introduce Yzetta L. Nelson.
Hailing from Brooklyn Center, Minn., Nelson is the first of the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) to achieve the rank of Command Sergeant Major on March 30, 1968. Even during a time when women’s advancements in the Army were occurring at a quick pace, reaching the rank of Comm. Sgt. Maj. was no easy feat.
To learn more about Yzetta Nelson, click here:
https://www.armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-Journal/Archives/2014/March/-03-19-CSM/

Navy Reserve Birthday
2023-03-03
Happy 108th Birthday to the Navy Reserves!

Women Veterans Brunch and Resource Event
2023-03-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Rosemount American Legion, 14590 Burma Avenue West, Rosemount, MN, 55068, United States
Women Veterans Brunch and Resource Event! Click here to RSVP!

Seabee Birthday
2023-03-05
The Seabees are the Navy Construction Battalion and are responsible for building temporary and permanent infrastructure at U.S. Military locations around the world. Happy 81st Birthday Seabees!

Joint Services Career Fair
2023-03-05 14:00 - 18:00 | Navy Operational Support Center Auditorium, 5905 S 34th Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55450, United States

Beyond Firsts: Powering the Future Force (VIRTUAL)
2023-03-06 12:30 - 16:00
In celebration of Women’s History Month, you’re invited to participate in a virtual event hosted by the Military Women’s Memorial. This historic event will highlight pressing “beyond firsts” and the importance of recruiting and keeping the best and most competent personnel in all sectors of the military. It promises to provide significant personal and professional development for all ranks and services as we focus on the future of the United States Department of Defense with four of the military’s most prominent female leaders. Click here to register!

2023 Homeless Day on the Hill
2023-03-08 08:00 - 15:00 | Central Presbyterian Church St. Paul, MN, 500 Cedar St, Saint Paul, MN, 55101, United States
Join MCH and hundreds of other advocates at our Homeless Day on the Hill as we advocate at the Capitol for our 2023 agenda! Click here to register!

Bedrace for Bridging
2023-03-11 15:30 - 19:00 | Buck Hill, 15400 Buck Hill Rd, Burnsville, MN, 55306, United States
Bridging is a key community partner for Veterans who are moving into their new home! MACV has a team participating in the bedrace. Click here to support the team of MACV Veterans- Operation Vanguard!

K-9 Veterans Day
2023-03-13
Happy K9 Veterans Day!

2023 Housing Justice Forum: Bring It Home, Minnesota
2023-03-14 18:00 - 19:30
Urban Homeworks’ 3rd-annual Housing Justice Forum will take place on Tuesday, March 14th from 6-7:30 PM on Zoom! This year we’re coming back bigger and louder to discuss Bring It Home, Minnesota once more. With a new political reality, a $17 billion surplus, and 500,000 Minnesotans who are still on the brink of homelessness due to unaffordable rent, we are ready to amplify our community’s voices and facilitate thoughtful conversations between neighbors and elected officials to make Bring It Home, MN a reality!
Bring It Home, MN would ensure every Minnesotan gets the rent support they deserve through rent vouchers—rent vouchers help people with lower incomes find and stay in their homes. Bring It Home, MN has the support of over 30 statewide organizations. Click here to register!
