The schedule for America’s largest Veterans Day celebration, “Veterans Homecoming,” taking place in Branson, Missouri, Nov. 5-11is divided into two different parts. The first covers reoccurring events that will take place just about every day, followed by the second, a schedule of mostly one time Special Events to be held on certain days. Daily Reoccurring Events* BVTF Tactical Operations Center (TOC), Veterans Reception & Vendor Village will be located at Celebration City Convention Hall: All American Lunch served Daily from 11;30 am(1130 hrs) to 1p.m (1300hrs) free to veterans and active personnel, courtesy of the Golden Corral and Branson Veterans Task Force. Vendor booths will be open from 9am (0900 hrs) to 6p.m.(1800hrs). The TOC will be open from November 7th through the 11th. Veterans Registry is at the BVTF Tactical Operation center (TOC) and the Veterans Patch Wall, Mike Radford’s Hall of Heroes, – FREE – A display honoring men and women of every era. Located inside the Radisson Hotel, lower level, next to the Veterans Cafe’ where coffee is always free to veterans. This stirring tribute includes donated military memorabilia, uniforms and thousands of photographs from families across Veterans History Project– Veterans Stories needed – free- The Branson Veterans Task Force Inc, as a partner with the Library of Congress American Folklore Center, is videotaping for future generations, the personal stories of veterans of all branches and all eras. During the Veterans Homecoming, these will be taped between 9:00 am and 5pm . Veterans Rights Seminars – Free – daily workshop sessions regarding veterans rights/benefits will be conducted at Daily Special Events by Day and Starting Hour* Friday, November 4th 2005 10:00 a.m.(1000 hrs)- Dedication and Memorial Service for the Saturday, November 5th 2005 6:30 a.m. (0600hrs)- The BVTF will host the POW/MIA Hot Air Balloon Static Display at Mansion 10 a.m. (1000hrs)-Opening Ceremonies at Mansion America Theatre 7:30 p.m. (1930hrs)– Tatiana hosts a Veterans Salute to the Salvation Army, 7:30 p.m. Moe Bandy Theatre, A special tribute to the memory of the donut lassies who helped feed the troops in WWI – Veterans get into this show for a donation of $10. Proceeds go to the Salvation Army. Refreshments include donuts Sunday, November 6th 2005 9:00 a.m. – Bike Rally Toys for Tots – sponsered by the Forsythe VFW post 5168 for more information contact the VFW @ 417-546-5869 10 a.m.(1000hrs) – Honoring 8 p.m. (2000hrs)- Braschler Music Show Salute to Veterans – free to veterans and active duty military – Hamner Barber Theatre, Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Monday, November 7th 2005 11 a.m. (1100hrs)- Woman’s VeteransRose Petal Memorial, Mansion America Theatre- free Followed by Woman’s Veterans Luncheon, Majestic Steak House Click Here for More Information 11:30 a.m.(1130hrs) – 1 p.m. Free lunch to veterans and current serving military served at Noon – Women Veterans Luncheon, Majestic Steak House, 2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430-1500hrs)– Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at (TOC) 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (150001530hrs)– Various presentations by the National Flag Foundation on stage at 3:30 – 4 p.m. (1530-1600hrs)– Various presentations by the Veterans History Project on stage at Tuesday, November 8th 2005 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (1130 – 1300hrs) Free lunch to veterans and current serving military served at 2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430- 1500hrs)– Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (1500`1530hrs)– Various presentations by the National Flag Foundation on stage at 3:30 – 4 p.m. (1530-1600hrs)– Various presentations by the Veterans History Project on stage at 7:30 p.m. (1930hrs)- Homecoming BIG SHOW, Wednesday, November 9, 2005 9 a.m. (0900hrs)- Korean War Veterans Association Mini-Reunion, until noon at the Settle Inn hosted by the State of 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (1130-1300hrs) Free lunch to veterans and current serving military served at Noon– Honor and Integrity/ Luncheon honoring youth military groups at the VFW Post 5168 2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430-1500hrs)– Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at 3p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (1500-1530hrs)– Various presentations by the National Flag Foundation on stage at 3:30 – 4 p.m. (1530-1600hrs)– Various presentations by the Veterans History Project on stage at 5:30 – 9th Annual Military Gala & Banquet, hosted by the P.O.W. NETWORK. 866-481-4252 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. (1900-2000hrs)- Candlelight Military Memorial Service-all Military and guests invited, Thursday, November 10, 2005 10 a.m.(1000hrs)- KWVA Benefit Show at the Dutton Family Theatre for the Harry S. Truman Chapter of the Korean War Veterans Association. Dutton Theatre is located at 3454 W. Hwy. 76 in Branson. Tickets are $10 for adults. Call for reservations 417-332-2772. 10 a.m 1000hrs)- Tom Brokaw – Coolege of the 10:30 a.m. (1030hrs)– Gold Star and Blue Star Mother’s Breakfast, Golden Corral, Shepherd of the Hills Expressway 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (1130-1300hrs) Free lunch to veterans and current serving military served at Noon– Honor and Integrity/ Luncheon honoring youth military groups at the VFW Post 5168 2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430-1500hrs)– Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at 3 p.m.– 3:30 p.m. (1500-1530hrs)– Various presentations by the National Flag Foundation on stage at 3:30 – 4 p.m. (1530-1600hrs)– Various presentations by the Veterans History Project on stage at 5:30 p.m.(1730hrs)– Marine Corp Ball –American Legion Table Rock Post 637 host.Honoring the Ladies Auxiliary and the Marine Corp’s Birthday. Call 417-739-4108 for reservations. 6 p.m(1800hrs)– American Presidential Museum USO Dinner, Dance and Party. Until 11 p.m. For more information call toll free 866-334-8683. Behind Starlite Theatre just off Hwy. 76 Friday November 11th 2005 (Veterans Day) 11 a.m. (1100hrs)-Veterans Day Parade sponsored by American Legion Post 220 through downtown Branson 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (1130-1300hrs) Free lunch to veterans and current serving military served at 2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430-1500hrs)- Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at 5 p.m.(1700hrs)- Closing Ceremonies, The Follies TheatreBVTF ceremony/entertainment, Free – Tickets must be picked up by Noon on Friday, Nov. 11 (please be aware that the Follies theater is having other shows this day, so tickets must be picked up no later than noon). For reservations please call 417-335-2000 6:30 p.m.(1830hrs)– Open to the Public -Armed Forces Veterans Ball celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Branson Veterans Task Force at Chateau on the Lake, Price is $45 per person “A special tribute to Tony Orlando and Ed McMahon” Cocktail Hour (cash bar) 6:30 p.m., Dinner 7:30 p.m., Entertainment and Dancing Jim Hunter and the Mellotones 9 p.m. – midnight – Mess Dress, Tuxedo, or Business Suit (Black Tie optional). Call the Task Force for reservations 417-337-8387 It should be noted that all events, location, & times are subject to change. For further information contact the Branson Veterans Task Force at 417-337-8387 or go to their web site. For information and schedules for shows and attraction or to purchase tickets on line click here or call 800-590-0155. * Raw schedule information taken from web site of Branson Veterans Task Force on Oct. 23, 2005.
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