The 34th Annual Throgs Neck Veterans Day Parade kicks off November 10, 12pm. The parade begins at Lafayette & E. Tremont Ave and travels down Randall Ave to Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park. A commemorative ceremony will follow. 

Enjoy the 9th Annual Chili Cook-off and Fall Festival on October 19, 12-4pm.

Bring the whole family. Admission is free. Chili tasting tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. Don't like chili? That's ok. There will be other delicious food for you to enjoy. Live music for your listening pleasure. Children's games to keep the kids out of trouble - and you just might be able to get a jump start on your holiday shopping with unique vendors, many with one-of-a-kind items.

All proceeds benefit people impacted by mental illness, including at-risk and homeless veterans.

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Attend the Bronx Veterans Day Parade on November 2, 12-5pm. The purpose of the Bronx Veterans Day Parade is to honor our local veterans and military personnel, while raising community awareness of their sacrifices, ongoing needs when they return home, and the available supportive services. The parade will include veterans, service members, elected officials, community leaders, service organizations, marching bands, and associated participants. 

The Grand Marshall is Master Sgt. Abigaile Taylor (US Army, ret.), Commander DAV Chapter 23.

Formation begins at 11am at Crotona Parkway & E. 175th Street (alongside Southern Blvd & 175th St).

Start time is 12pm at Crotona Pkway, from E. 175th to E. 180th Street.

1st Stop: West Farms Soldiers Cemetery at E. 180th Street & Bryant Ave (Memorial will last approximately 60 mins. Entry to cemetery is optional).

2nd and Final Stop: River Park, Bronx at E. 180th Street & Boston Road.

The parade will conclude inside River Park with special recognition speeches, refreshments, music, resource information sharing & screenings to promote healthier living and a better quality of life for individuals and families.

Register online here.

In honor of Veterans Day, Touro Dental Health will host its 2nd Annual Smiles for Veterans event on November 4, 9am-4pm, providing a free day of dental care for veterans, military service members and their families, as well as activities, entertainment and giveaways. Vets, military personnel, and their spouses are welcome to receive free dental screenings, x-rays, cleanings and fillings.

Advance registration required by October 30.

Can't attend? Touro Dental Health offers veterans, military personnel and their spouses 25% off most dental treatment throughout the year.

Touro Dental Health, the clinical training facility of Touro College of Dental Medicine, is dedicated to providing affordable oral health care to the Hudson Valley. To learn more, visit: dentalhealth.touro.edu

Patients with complex medical histories or extensive needs may not qualify to complete all treatment during the event. New patients will be eligible for a complimentary additional visit to complete their treatment.

Backpacks For Life and The Unbridled Heroes Project invite you to attend Heroes & Horses BBQ on September 28, 3-8pm. The event is free. Enjoy food, drinks, live music, and horses!

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Don't miss the 2019 Veterans Day Parade on November 11.

The opening ceremony begins at 11am in Madison Square Park. Limited seating is available at the opening ceremony, with preference given to disabled and elderly veterans. 

The parade follows at approximately 12-3:30pm along 5th Ave. The youth tribute march preceding it will start at 11:05am.

Medal of Honor Recipient Hiroshi “Hershey” Miyamura (U.S. Army) is one of the Grand Marshals.

Spectators (especially family & friends of participants) are encouraged to gather to show their support along the parade route. You can also see the broadcast on WABC, American Forces Network and live stream on parade.uwvc.org/watch-the-parade. 

Visit uwvc.org for additional information and updates.

Community Strong presents Back to Basics, Long Island’s 5th Annual Symposium dedicated to supporting military members, veterans, and families on December 6. 

Military and Veteran attendees can get direct on-the-spot help and answers from experts and service providers who can offer guidance, advocacy, and resource navigation to veterans and family members. As always, the symposium is free for veterans, military, and their families.

Students and service providers will receive practical information, instructional strategies, and professional techniques for engaging and supporting veterans.
Up to 6 Social Work, Mental Health Counselor, and CASAC CEUs will be available.

More information and a registration link is forthcoming.

Staten Island Historic Richmond Town hosts Oktoberfest on October 12, 12-7pm. Enjoy food, beer, rides, vendors, live bands, carnival games. Veterans are free. Family and kid friendly. Free drink with $10 entry fee. All proceeds go to veterans in need. 

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