HONORING THOSE WHO KEEP OUR COUNTRY SAFE

Mountain Home Air Force Base - Gunfighter's Skies Airshow

I love this picture, so beautiful!

You put your lives on on the line so I can live mine,

You leave your families and loved ones behind so I can hold my own,

I thank you Veteran's and Active Duty Military....

You PROTECT our Country and FIGHT for my freedom everyday!

THANK YOU!

With today being Veteran's Day there are several business that want to pay their

respects and show appreciation for all our

Veterans & Active Duty Military

Opportunities to pay your recpect to our Military in Idaho:

MeridianRock of Honor dedication
When: 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park
What:  The Rock of Honor Memorial will honor the fallen veterans of Meridian.  Every man or woman who has been killed while fighting our country since Idaho state hood will be recognized on the memorial.  The dedication will include speakers from the VFW, City of Meridian, and Kleiner Park Trust.  There will be a special performance from the Meridian Firefighters Pipes and Drums and a flyover from the 190th Fighter Squadron.

Boise

Boise State University veterans ceremony
When: 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Bronco Stadium south end zone
What: BSU will honor the sacrifice of our servicemen and women with a special ceremony.  They will read the names of those Idahoans who have died in the service of our country in Iraq and Afghanistan over the past decade.  Featured speakers include BSU President Bob Kustra and Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Office Jim Vance.  Boise State has one of the highest ratios of former or active soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines in the nation.

"Defending Liberty and Freedom" veterans program
When: 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Idaho State Veterans Home, 320 Collins Road, Boise
What:  An Eleven-Bell Ceremony will kick off the program, followed by speeches from Brigadier General William Bankhead, with the Army National Guard, Colonel Bruce Smith, 366th Fighter Wing Vice Commander at Mountain Home Air Force Base, and Nampa Mayor Tom Dale.  Governor Otter's Veterans Day proclamation will also be read.  This year's theme is "Defending Liberty & Freedom" and the program will honor all veterans, past, present and future.  Due to construction, visitors are asked to enter the property via the Robbins Street entrance.  Parking is available at Fort Boise Park.

Nampa

Veterans Day pancake breakfast
When: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 13
Where: Warhawk Air Museum, 201 Municipal Drive
What: In honor of our veterans, the Warhawk Air Museum will host its 10th annual pancake breakfast.
There is a cost for this event.  $6 for adults, $3 for veterans, seniors, and children 12 and under. 

Veterans Assembly
When: 9:30 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Sage Valley Middle School gymnasium, 18070 Santa Ana Avenue, Nampa
What: To honor our vets, there will be singing, speakers, and an audio/visual presentation for the entire student body.  Veterans are invited to attend.

Veterans memorial dedication
When: Assembly begins at 9:20 a.m., dedication begins at 9:55 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Nampa High School, 203 Lake Lowell Avenue, Nampa
What: A new Veterans Memorial will be unveiled as part of Nampa High School's Veterans Day Appreciation Program.  The memorial will include new flag poles and three concrete structures featuring the seals of each military branch.

Pocatello

Two day celebration
When: Two day celebration begins at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Where: ISU Campus
What: Groundbreaking ceremony for the Veterans Sanctuary on the ISU Campus.  A no-host cocktail reception will take place for veteran honorees, dignitaries, and invited guests at the Stephens Performing Arts Center later that evening.

Free services and offers for veterans & Active Duty Military:
10th Annual Veterans Day Free Oil Change
When: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Where: In Boise, Garry's Automotive, 2200 S. Cole Road, 562-1693
In Meridian, Heritage Auto Repair, 175 N. Linder Road, 887-1442
What: Free oil changes will be given by appointment to veterans.  Call the numbers above to book your oil change.

Applebees free entree -
When: Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Your neighborhood Applebees
What: Applebees would like to thank our vets by offering them a free meal on Friday.  They encourage veterans to gather together and share stories, make new friends and connections.  Guests will need to show proof of service, which includes U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, photograph in uniform or wearing uniform, DD214, Citation or Commendation.  Offer is available to dine-in only and patrons will have a choice between seven signature entrees.

Texas Roadhouse 'Early Dine' entree
When: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Texas Roadhouse, 3801 East Fairview, Meridian
What: All veterans are welcome to choose one of ten entrees during lunchtime.  It is the Texas Roadhouse way of honoring service men and women for their sacrifices.

Metro Express Free Car Wash
When: Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Metro Express Car Wash in Boise, Meridian, and Nampa
What: Free car wash as part of the Grace For Vets program.  No documentation required, customers will just need to tell the attendant they are a veteran or active-duty military member to take advantage of the offer.  Car washes are available during business hours.

Free military uniform cleaning
When: Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Clothesline Cleaners in Boise and Meridian
What: To thank vets for their service, Clothesline Cleaners will clean one military uniform for each veteran free of charge, if brought in on Nov. 11.  Active members of the military can bring in a current uniform or veterans can bring in an old uniform to be spruced up.  Civilians are welcome to bring in their heirloom uniforms.

"Free Pets for Vets" to honor Military Veterans
When: Friday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 12
Where: Canyon County Animal Shelter
What: The Canyon County Animal Shelter will be offering free dog and cat adoptions to all veterans and family of active duty military personnel.

Free entrance to Yellowstone National Park
When: Friday, Nov. 11
Where: Yellowstone National Park
What: The north and northeast entrances to Yellowstone will offer free visitor admission to honor all past and current members of the U.S. Armed Forces.

National Free Services & Offers:

Applebees - All Veterans and active duty military eat free from a limited menu at Applebee’s on Veterans Day (Nov. 11).

Chili’s – Veterans and active duty dine for free from a special limited six item menu on Veterans Day.

Golden Corral – Golden Corral Restaurants’ Military Appreciation Monday free dinner will be available on Monday November 14, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Military retirees, Veterans, active duty, National Guard and Reserves are all welcome.

Famous Dave’s — Free or discounted meals on Veterans Day. Offer varies by location.

Hooters – All Veterans and active duty get 10 Free Wings – Boneless or Traditional, with the purchase of a drink.

Krispy Kreme – All active-duty, retirees & Veterans get a free doughnut on Veterans Day. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants – On Sunday November 13, participating McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants offer a complimentary entree to vets from a special menu on a space available basis, online reservations are highly recommended. Be sure to contact your local McCormick & Schmick’s to ensure they are participating.

Outback Steakhouse – The week of November 7 through 11, Outback will be  offering Veterans and active-duty military  a Free Bloomin’ Onion and Cocoa-Cola product (non-alcoholic) beverage.

Subway Restaurants – For Veteran’s Day, Subway will be offering free six inch sub or flatbread to military Veterans. Please call ahead to verify your local Subway franchise is participating.

Texas Roadhouse – Free meal from 11am ’til 2pm. on Veterans Day. Call ahead to your local restaurant for more information.

T.G.I. Friday’s – Veterans and Servicemembers Buy one get one free on Veterans Day. Contact your nearest location for more details on their Veterans Day BOGO offer.

UNO Chicago Grill – The week of November 7 through 15, UNO is offering a 19.43% discount on their food and non-alcoholic beverage beverages. 1943 was the year UNO invented deep dish pizza. This offer is open to Servicemembers or Veterans with a military or Veteran I.D. or in uniform or with a photo of themselves in uniform.

Veterans Day Retailer Offerings:

Amazon.com – “Veterans Day Honor” is a free  downloadable album (MP3) which includes 12 songs performed by military bands and ensembles. Visit Amazon now through Veteran’s Day to download the album for free.

The Dollar General – Veterans, Servicemembers (Active, Guard, and Reserve), and their immediate families will receive a 10-percent discount with a Veterans Day coupon. The coupon may be found in store circular ads or by asking a sales associate.

Home Depot  – Offers a 10 percent discount to all Veterans during Veterans Day, Memorial Day and Independence Day. Home Depot offers the 10 percent discount year round to for active duty and retirees.

Lowe’s – All Veterans receive the 10-percent discount on Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. The offer is available in stores only and is limited to in-stock and special-order purchases of up to $5,000.

Sam’s Club – On November 9. 10, and 11, Sam’s Club will give away collapsible Hugo Canes on Veterans Day to military Veterans in need of mobility assistance. Sam’s Club will NOT require membership for this offer, but proof of service may be necessary.

Walgreens - Veterans and active duty military will receive 15 percent off eligible store items and 20 percent off Walgreens and W Brand products on Veterans Day. Requires a valid military ID or proof of service at any Walgreens and Duane Reade drugstore nationwide.

Other Freebies:

National Parks – Veterans Day weekend (November 11-13) Veterans will be invited to visit over 100 National Parks for free.

Seven-Eleven – On Friday, Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Veterans will be given a small Slurpee. Offer good to all current and former military members. ID or proof of service required.

Year-Round Veterans Discounts:

Foot Locker – Veterans, Servicemembers (Active, Guard, and Reserve), and their immediate families with a Foot Locker Veterans Advantage Card receive a 20 percent discount every day of the year. That offer is good both online and at any store location, including Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Footaction and Champs Sports — even on sale items.

Home Depot  – Offers a 10 percent discount (up to a $500 maximum) to all active military, reserve, retired or disabled Veterans and their family members with a valid military ID. All other Veterans qualify for a 10 percent discount during Veterans Day, Memorial Day and Independence Day.

Lowe’s – Lowe’s offers a year-round 10 percent discount offer for all active duty, National Guard and Reserve, retirees and disabled Servicemembers and their immediate families. All other Veterans receive the 10-percent discount on Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. The discount is available on in-stock and special-order purchases of up to $5,000. The offer can’t be used on sales at Lowes.com, on previous sales or on sales of services or gift cards. You must present a valid military I.D. card to receive the discount.

Thank You Military Advantage for the extensive national deals.





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