Join us as we celebrate this nationally recognized holiday in honor of the service, contributions, and sacrifices made by military and Veteran spouses. An annual ceremony will be held at noon in the 1st Summit Arena Cambria County War Memorial Lobby. This year’s guest speaker is Melissa Pounding, spouse of COL (Retired) Jeff Pounding, US…
Armed Forces Day honors current active-duty servicemembers on the third Saturday of May. As Memorial Day especially honors deceased military veterans and those who died in action, and Veterans Day living veterans, Armed Forces Day especially honors current active-duty servicemembers on the third Saturday of May.
Veteran Community Initiatives, Inc. is happy to share its participation in Highmark's Walk For a Healthy Community - Laurel Highlands! This inspiring event offers a unique opportunity to visibly support our mission and make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve. Sponsorships, donations, and volunteers are welcome! Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsorships…
The American Legion Riders of Post #970 in Parkhill will hold their 7th annual motorcycle ride to remember and honor our Nation's Prisoners of War, Missing in Action, and the veterans who've been lost to suicide. For years, the post has partnered with the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance organization to combat veteran suicide. Registration begins…
Memorial Day celebrates and honors U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the armed forces, serving as a day of remembrance for their ultimate sacrifice during wartime and peacetime, distinct from Veterans Day, which honors all who served. Observed on the last Monday in May, traditions include visiting cemeteries, placing flags on graves, and a National Moment of…
St. Francis University will host their "Why I Served" veteran storytelling event from 2pm-4pm at the Connors Family Fine Arts Center located at 181 Catherine Street Loretto, PA 15940. They are searching for 12 veterans to tell their stories and are inviting interested veterans to register for a workshop prior to the event. Come support…
An art exhibit featuring work of local military artists will be held at St. Francis University's Connors Family Fine Arts Center located at 181 Catherine Street Loretto, PA. 15940 from June 7-26. A reception will be held on June 7 from 3-4pm. Entries must be registered and dropped off before May 8 between 9am-3pm. Please…
The U.S. Army turns 251 on June 14, 2026, marking another year of service following its historic 250th anniversary in 2025. As 2026 is the nation's semiquincentennial (250th birthday), Army-related events will heavily feature in national celebrations.
Each year on June 27, National PTSD Awareness Day recognizes the profound effects post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has on the lives of those impacted by it.
Calling all active-duty and veterans of all ages! Join us for a special family day for you and your loved ones at the beautiful Outdoor Odyssey campus nestled in the Laurel Highlands. This day will be filled with adventurous activities for all and give everyone an opportunity to connect with other veterans and families in…
Celebrated annually on August 4th, Coast Guard Day commemorates the anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Coast Guard as the Revenue-Marine in 1790. On August 4, 1790 Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton established the Revenue-Marine to serve as an armed customs enforcement service.
The official Purple Heart Day is observed on the 7th day of August each year, commemorating the historic day in 1782 that General George Washington, Commander-In-Chief of the Continental Army, commissioned the first Purple Heart Medal, originally called the Badge of Military Merit.
