K9 Veterans Day
2022-03-13 | MN
A Military War Dog, or Military Working Dog (MWD), is a canine that has been trained to protect humans in dangerous situations, and March 13 has been unofficially designated as a day to honor these unique members of the military. The United States K9 Corps on March 13, 1942, dogs were officially adopted into US military ranks during WWII. The Army’s Dogs for Defense program trained 10,000 dogs who were again donated to the war effort by American families.

American Legion Birthday
2022-03-15 | MN
The American Legion has served wartime veterans through promoting patriotism, military service, national security, and dedication to current service members and vets alike. The organization’s birthday is March 15, 1919. The is the day the organization, known as the American Expeditionary Force at the time, organized the first meeting in Paris, France.
The Purpose Of The American Legion
American Legion founding documents include a constitution and bylaws, the preamble of which is where the organizing motivations to run the Legion can be found. The Legion exists for the following purposes as described in the preamble:

To uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America
To maintain law and order
To foster and perpetuate 100% Americanism
To preserve the memories and incidents of our associations in all wars
To inculcate a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and nation
To combat the autocracy of both the classes and the masses
To make right the master of might
To promote peace and goodwill on earth
To safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles of justice, freedom and democracy
To consecrate and sanctify our comradeship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness

Membership Meeting - Mar 2022
2022-03-15 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Cedarvale Lanes, 3883 Cedar Grove Parkway, Eagan, MN, 55122, United States
Come join other Post 594 members as the Post Officers present information about and for the Post membership on March 15, 2022. It will be held at Cedarvale Lanes in Eagan starting at 19:00 (7:00 pm).
The meetings are held in the banquet room at Cedarvale Lanes in the banquet room downstairs. Once you enter the building, the easiest access to get downstairs is by the OnTrack pro shop.
Address: Cedarvale Lanes and Fitz’s Bar & Grill
3883 Cedar Grove Parkway
Eagan, MN 55122

National Medal of Honor Day
2022-03-25 | MN
National Medal of Honor Day is observed every year on March 25 and is dedicated to Medal of Honor Recipients. Each branch of the U.S. military awards the Medal of Honor to those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity” above and beyond the call of duty, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs official site.

The Medal of Honor is awarded only to military members; it is awarded by Congress and is also known as the Congressional Medal of Honor. National Medal of Honor Day is a time to remember the sacrifices of men and women in uniform who have earned this highest of military honors.

Minnesota Medal of Honor Day
2022-03-25 | MN
On March 25th of each year, Minnesota and the nation observes Medal of Honor Day. On a national level it wasn’t until March 25, 1991, when Congress declared as a day to “foster public appreciation and recognition of Medal of Honor recipients.” The date of March 25th is the anniversary of the first presentations of a Medal of Honor during the Civil War in 1863.
In 2009, the Minnesota House passed HF433 / SF236, which designated March 25 as Medal of Honor Day. Sponsored by Rep. Mike Obermueller (DFL-Eagan) and Sen. Jim Carlson (DFL-Eagan), the bill honors Minnesotans who have received the Congressional Medal of Honor, which was first presented on that date in 1863. The bill passed unanimously in the House and Senate. It was signed into law by Governor Tim Pawlenty that year.
Each year, the Governor will issue a proclamation declaring March 25th as Minnesota Medal of Honor Day.
At this time there are no living Medal of Honor recipients from the State of Minnesota.

National Vietnam War Veterans Day
2022-03-29 | MN
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is observed every year on March 29 and is a way to thank and honor our nation’s Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice. There are 5 objectives with Vietnam Commemoration and the other four are:

Highlight the service of our Armed Forces and support organizations during the war
Pay tribute to wartime contributions at home by American citizens
Highlight technology, science and medical advances made during the war
Recognize contributions by our Allies

Gold Star Spouses Day
2022-04-05 | MN
The terms Gold Star family, Gold Star Spouses, and Gold Star Wives traditionally refer to the surviving loved ones of military members who lost their lives in the line of duty. Gold Star Spouses Day was created to honor these loved ones.
This recognition of the sacrifices made by military spouses is all at once a memorial for the fallen, a remembrance day for the survivors, and an appreciation for those who are sometimes in danger of being overlooked for their support and service to the country.

Former POW Recognition Day
2022-04-09 | MN
Former POW Recognition Day is a day that, while not as well-known as National POW/MIA Recognition Day, is just as important. The word “former” is the key to remembering the major difference between these two events honored every year on their respective days. The late Senator John McCain is a former POW. His memory and the memories of many others who came home from POW camps are on the minds of those who observe both holidays. And there are troops still unaccounted for to this day who should be remembered in the same manner as those who came home.

National Commander's Tour
2022-04-12 08:00 - 21:30 | Leo C. Peterson Post 54, 218 W 4th St,, Red Wing, MN, 55066, United States
The American Legion National Commander will be stopping at Red Wing Post 54 for breakfast. Join us for the event.

Air Force Reserve Birthday
2022-04-14 | MN
The United States Air Force Reserve celebrates its birthday every year on April 14th. The Air Force Reserve was created on April 14, 1948 soon after the establishment of the Air Force as a separate branch of service.

Core Team Leadership Meeting - Apr 2022
2022-04-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Fitz’s Bar and Grill, 3883 Cedar Grove Parkway, Eagan, MN, 55122, United States
There will be a Post 594 Core Team Leadership Meeting on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 18:00. The meeting will be held at Fitz’s Bar and Grill, 3883 Cedar Grove Parkway, Eagan, MN.

Minnesota Legion College
2022-04-21, 2022-04-22, 2022-04-23, 2022-04-24 | Camp Ripley, 15000 Highway 115, Little Falls, MN, 56345, United States
The next session of Minnesota American Legion College is Thursday, April 21, to Sunday, April 24, 2022, at Camp Ripley. Below is the form to apply. The cost is $200 per student. The link to register is at https://mnlegion.org/legion-college/. For questions, email trainingcomm@mnlegion.org.

Silver Star Service Banner Day
2022-05-01 | MN
May 1st is Silver Star Service Banner Day, a time to recognize those who have been awarded The Silver Star Medal, and remember the sacrifices of our wounded and ill veterans. The Silver Star is described as the third-highest military decoration for valor in combat and is typically awarded for actions over a short-term and may be earned for specific acts in combat. Compare that to other types of medals for longer-term service, the Meritorious Service Medal, for example, which is awarded at the end of a military tour when conditions warrant.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day
2022-05-06 | MN
National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is a presidentially-approved holiday and is celebrated on the Friday before Mother’s Day in May.
On Military Spouse Appreciation Day we honor the contributions and sacrifices made by military spouses. Their commitment and support help to keep our country safe. America’s military spouses are the backbone of the families who support our troops during mission, deployment, reintegration and reset. Military spouses are silent heroes who are essential to the strength of the nation, and they serve our country just like their loved ones.
In celebration of Military Spouse Appreciation Day, the armed forces have special events and programs to inform, honor, and recognize military spouses around the world. Events range from spouse appreciation luncheons to educational workshops, and spouse employment fairs that pay tribute to military spouses.

Adopt-a-Street Spring 2022
2022-05-07 08:30 - 09:30 | Walmart, 1360 Town Centre Dr., Eagan, MN, 55123, United States
The Post 594 Adopt-a-Street cleanup is going to occur Saturday, May 7, at 8:30 am. If you are not familiar, the adopted street is Duckwood drive between Denmark and Pilot Knob. We will meet in the South parking lot of Walmart. Bags and vests will be provided. Joe Dolan is the point of contact for this event. Please contact him at jtdolan@gmail.com if you plan on attending so he can have a head count. Hope to see you there.

VE Day
2022-05-08 | MN
Victory in Europe Day (or V-E Day) is celebrated on May 8. Nazi Germany unconditionally surrendered to the Allied Forces of the WWII. This day in history marked the end of World War II in Europe, although the war would continue in the Pacific Theater of Operations.

Peace Officers Memorial Day
2022-05-15 | MN
Flags at Half-Staff from sunrise to sunset. Pays tribute to the local, state, and federal peace officers who have died, or who have been disabled, in the line of duty.
Note: The exception is if Peace Officers Memorial Day falls on Armed Forces Day (third Saturday in May), the flags will not be lowered to Half-Staff.

Membership Meeting - May 2022
2022-05-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Cedarvale Lanes, 3883 Cedar Grove Parkway, Eagan, MN, 55122, United States
Come join other Post 594 members as the Post Officers present information about and for the Post membership on May 17, 2022. It will be held at Cedarvale Lanes in Eagan starting at 19:00 (7:00 pm).
The meetings are held in the banquet room at Cedarvale Lanes in the banquet room downstairs. Once you enter the building, the easiest access to get downstairs is by the OnTrack pro shop.
Address: Cedarvale Lanes and Fitz’s Bar & Grill
3883 Cedar Grove Parkway
Eagan, MN 55122

American Legion / Red Cross Blood Drive
2022-05-20 09:00 - 15:00 | Eagan Civic Arena, 3870 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN, 55122, United States
More details coming later.
This event is available for appointments on the Red Cross website at https://www.redcrossblood.org/. Search by date for the event. The location is listed as “City of Eagan Arena”.

Armed Forces Day
2022-05-21 | MN
Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May. Thanks to President Harry S. Truman, it’s a day to pay special tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces. President Truman led the effort to establish a holiday in order for citizens to unite and to honor our military heroes for their patriotic service in support of the United States of America.
Armed Forces Day is a joint celebration of all six branches of the U.S. military: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, and Space Force. The day honors all people currently serving in the U.S. armed forces. This includes the men and women who have served or are serving in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard, including the National Guard and Reserve components.

3rd District Convention
2022-05-21 08:00 - 22:00 | Forest Lake Post 225, 355 W Broadway Ave, Forest Lake, MN, 55025-1505, United States
The 2022 3rd District Convention will be held at Forest Lake Post 225 on May 21, 2022

Eagan High School Military Recruit Recognition Ceremony 2022
2022-05-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Eagan High School, 4185 Braddock Trail, Eagan, MN, 55123, United States
The Military Recruit Recognition Ceremony recognizes the Eagan High School students who have committed to joining one of the military branches. The event will be held in the High School Cafeteria

Memorial Day
2022-05-30 | MN
Memorial Day is the last Monday in May. Flags are at Half-Staff from sunrise to noon. Memorial Day is to remember the men and women who died while serving our country,

St. John's Eagantown Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony
2022-05-30 10:00 - 10:15 | St. John’s Eagantown Cemetery, 4198 Blackhawk Rd, Eagan, 55122, United States
There will be a ceremony to honor veterans at the St. John’s Eagantown Cemetery on Memorial Day. The event will start at 10:00. Come join Post 594 and veteran’s families to honor the veterans.

Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony
2022-05-30 10:30 - 10:45 | Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery, 1930 Diffley Road, Eagan, MN, 55122, United States
There will be a ceremony to honor veterans at the Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery on Memorial Day. The event will start at 10:30. Come join Post 594 and veteran’s families to honor the veterans.
Note: the cemetery is located behind the church.

Post 594 Memorial Day Ceremony
2022-05-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Eagan Tribute and Memorial Plaza, 1507 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN, 55121, United States
A Memorial Day ceremony will be hosted by Post 594. It will include short speeches, music and Taps. The event will be held at the Eagan Tribute and Memorial Plaza starting at 2:00 pm.
More details to come later.

D-Day
2022-06-06 | MN
On June 6, 1944, Allied soldiers bravely stormed the beaches of Normandy, France. The Normandy beaches were chosen because of the range of air cover, and it was the shortest distance from Great Britain. Five landing beaches were selected for the assault: Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno and Sword beaches. As dawn broke, the largest armada ever assembled began its assault on the beaches of Normandy. By the end of the day, the Atlantic Wall, (which took the Germans years to build), had fallen and the invasion was a success. The events of D-Day forged partnerships and reinforced trans-Atlantic bonds that remain strong today.
