Free Museum Admission for Active Duty Military

Posted on 05/29/2012 by vfwlady

Thanks to the Blue Star Families Museums Initiative, more than 1,600 museums across the country offer free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families in a summer program that runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day nationwide.

To view the complete list of participating museums visit the Blue Star Museums Website: http://www.nea.gov/national/bluestarmuseums/index2012.php

Blue Star Families is a national, nonprofit network of military families from all ranks and services, including guard and reserve, with a mission to support, connect and empower military families. In addition to morale and empowerment programs, Blue Star Families raises awareness of the challenges and strengths of military family life and works to make military life more sustainable through programs and partnerships like Operation Honor Cards, MilKidz Club and Blue Star Museums. Membership includes military spouses, children and parents as well as service members, veterans and the civilians who strongly support them. To learn more about Blue Star Families, visit http://www.bluestarfam.org.

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Veterans Day FREE from A to Z!

Posted on 11/07/2011 by vfwlady

The following establishments are offering FREE or discounted MEALS for veterans on or around Veterans Day 2011:

Applebee’s – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11: Last year, Applebee’s served 1,024,000 million free meals to military veterans and active servicemembers. Applebee’s is again offering a free meal to military veterans and active-duty service members on Veteran’s Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2011. There will be 7 entrées to choose from. Military ID or proof of service required. Find locations at http://applebees.com/.

Bar Louie, Free meal on Veterans Day. Active duty military members and veterans can receive a free meal, up to $10 in value, and a free non-alcoholic beverage. Available at all locations, military ID or proof of service is required. See FaceBook page for more info.

Chili’s – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of one of 6 meals. This offer is available from 11am – 5pm on November 11, 2011 at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service. Visit their website to find locations.

Denny’s Veterans Day Appreciation Event, Nov. 11. 2011. Free Grand Slam breakfast to any veteran from 6:00am – 10:00pm. Only valid in Syracuse, Rochester, and Buffalo areas. Call ahead to verify, and check with your local Denny’s if you live in another area. Source.

Golden Corral – Free meal, Monday Nov. 14: The 10th annual Golden Corral Military Appreciation dinner will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 from 5 pm to 9 pm in all Golden Corral Restaurants nationwide. The free “thank you” dinner is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Monday dinner. For more information visit http://www.goldencorral.com/military/.

Special thanks to Golden Corral: To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.5 million free meals and contributed over $4.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization.

Famous Dave’s – Friday Nov. 11th. Free or discounted meals on Veterans Day. Offer varies by location, please check the Famous Dave’s Veteran’s Day page or call your local restaurant for more information.

Hooters – Free Meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Hooter’s is serving up a free meal to military veterans all day on Veterans Day. Offer good for all veterans and active duty military personnel. Get 10 Free Wings – Boneless or Regular, drink purchase required. Offer valid at participating Hooters only; open to all active duty and military veterans with valid military ID or proof of military service. For more information, visit, www.HootersVeteransDay.com.

Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans on Friday November 11th. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants – free lunch or dinner, Sunday Nov 13, 2011: McCormick & Schmick’s is celebrating their 13th annual Veteran’s Appreciation Event on Sunday, November 13th. Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée. Veterans must provide proof of military service. Be sure to contact your local McCormick & Schmick’s as this is valid at participating restaurants only. Also, Space is limited and reservations are highly recommended. For more information visit: M&S Veterans Appreciation Event.

Outback Steakhouse – A week of Free Bloomin’ Onions and Cokes Monday Nov. 7 – Friday Nov. 11. Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a Coca-Cola product during the week leading up to Veteran’s Day. This offer is available to Military Personnel who have one of the following forms of identifications: U.S Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), DD form 214 Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW), Photograph in Uniform, Wearing Uniform. For more information, visit, http://outback.com/companyinfo/veteransday.aspx.

The Outback understands commitment. For the past two years, The Outback, with the help of their patrons, has donated $2 Million to Operation Homefront, a non-profit organization providing everyday and emergency support for active troops, wounded warriors and their families.

Subway – Free Six Inch Sub, November 11, 2011. Select SUBWAY® Restaurants will offer a FREE six inch sub or flatbread to military veterans on Veteran’s Day. This offer is valid only on November 11, 2011 at participating local SUBWAY® restaurants, Military ID or proof of service required. Note: SUBWAY® Restaurants are franchises, so this offer may not be available everywhere. Please call ahead for participation and times.

Texas Roadhouse – free lunch, Friday, Nov. 11 (11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.). Every Texas Roadhouse location across the country will participate in the free lunch event to honor the men and women of our armed forces. Offer good for All veterans – including all active, retired or former U.S. military. ID Required. See the Texas Roadhouse Veterans Day page for more information.

T.G.I. Friday’s – Buy one get one free Nov 11. Valid for all US Military personnel and veterans. Must wear uniform (if permitted by your service) or present military ID or other proof of service. Only valid at participating locations for anyone with an old or current military ID. More details on TGIFridays.com.

Twin Peaks, Friday, Nov. 11. Free entrée for service men and women (up to $10). Good for veterans and active service personnel with valid ID or proof of service. Dine in only; gratuity not included. Find a location near you.

Uno Chicago Grill, Friday, Nov. 11. Veteran’s Day Discount: 19.43% discount on their food and non-alcoholic beverage beverages purchases from11/7 through 11/11. Why 19.43%, do you ask? That is the year UNO invented deep dish pizza. Offer good for all military for veterans and active duty military. ID or proof of service required: Show up in uniform (if your service permits), provide military ID, show a picture of yourself in uniform, or have other ID showing proof of service.

Find even more VETERANS DAY DISCOUNTS from source article: http://themilitarywallet.com/veterans-day-free-meals-and-discounts/#ixzz1d3UhCXDI

Military and Veterans Discount Center (MVDC) Website NOW AVAILABLE and FREE To Use

Posted on 07/08/2011 by vfwlady

They’re here! The Military and Veterans Discount Center Website officially launched in July 2011

IF you are tired of hearing about military discounts only to find your local store does not have them.
IF you are a veteran trying to navigate the veteran discount landscape, or a spouse that is afraid of asking a merchant about military discounts….

THEN, the Military and Veterans Discount Center can help you, and it’s free for all users.

Why should you join MVDC?

To find military discounts and veteran discounts in your local area.
To SAVE up to $3500 per year by taking advantage of the discounts you’ve earned.
To be the first to receive exclusive military and veteran only discounts.
Help fellow service members, veterans and families by adding any local military discounts you come across.
SIGNUP TODAY!!

Pets For Patriots Military-Discounted Adoption Program

Posted on 06/16/2011 by vfwlady

No man left behind is a phrase well-known by any soldier. But who’s looking out for man’s best friend? Pets for Patriots special mission is to unite abandoned, abused, and neglected pets with life-saving military heroes.

Military personnel adopting pets receive a minimum 10% discount for the life of the adopted pet’s care and access to additional cost reductions for pet basics, such as food, toys and essential supplies.

Pets for Patriots also care for veterans. They recently helped a dying veteran find an adoptive home for his dog, Gizmo. Read the full story in the well-named “Wet Nose Blog” Dying veteran seeks home for beloved dog

If you’re a VET who wants a PET please start your search at one of the many Pets for Patriots participating shelters today.

Denny’s in Columbia, MO 20% Military Discount

Posted on 06/12/2011 by vfwlady

After opening in December of 2009, there are a lot of things that Denny’s (Den-Tex Central’s) store 8532 in Columbia, Missouri has learned: First and foremost, the new Denny’s on Knipp Street should thank God that Denny’s has the most outstanding customer base in the U.S.

Many of the Denny’s Knipp Street opening day customers continue to visit daily to eat their favorite Denny’s Breakfast no matter how late or how wrong their order is. There are quite a few Columbia, Missouri residents that are long-time fans of Denny’s, and Denny’s Columbia hopes to include many more patient folks in their patronage family.

Many people who have found the new Denny’s location in Columbia, MO were, at first, not aware that the physical address had changed.

**The old Texas Avenue location relocated in December of 2009 to: 1100 Knipp Street (which is on the corner of Bernadette Drive and Stadium Blvd right next door to the Drury Inn Hotel. The new Denny’s is also adjacent to the Columbia Mall).

This nicely re-decorated store is also right across the street from the Holiday Inn Executive Center.

The new phone number for Denny’s in Columbia, MO is 573-446-8740! Unfortunately, you cannot dial that number via Skype (how sad and remedial is that?????)

Den-Tex Central does offer a 20% Military Discount to all of you non-Skype hippies! BTW, u Must have current Military ID or Veterans ID Card in order to receive that discount. The Denny’s Military Discount only applies to an individual meal for one individual military veteran. Good Luck, and God’s Speed! After all, it IS Denny’s

Delta Changes Baggage Policies after Bad Military Press

Posted on 06/09/2011 by vfwlady

Update June 10, 2011: Delta now allows four free checked bags for military flying in coach. United Airlines, American Airlines, and Continental Airlines quickly followed Delta’s lead and upped their limits for military travelers as well.

If you missed all of the “bad press” read this

From the Delta Air Lines Blog:

“…..After careful consideration, effective immediately, U.S. military personnel traveling on orders in First Class and BusinessElite can check up to five bags at no charge and 4 bags in economy class. This change also adds dependents traveling with active military on orders. Each bag may weigh up to 70 lbs. (32 kg) and measure up to 80 linear inches (203 cm), which offers added flexibility over the standard 50 lbs. and 62 linear inches (157 cm) allotment. Because of weight, balance and space constraints, Delta Connection carriers will accept up to four bags at no charge. You can read the updates to the travel policy on delta.com.

We hope these changes to our policies reflect the true respect we hold for our service men and women and again demonstrate our appreciation as both a company and as individuals who benefit from the freedom our troops defend. We also hope this echoes our commitment to listening, learning, and our continued dedication to constant improvement.

As an Army wife and 12 year Delta employee I also want to take this opportunity to shed some light on the additional ways we work to support U.S. Military personnel and their families throughout the travel process as well as in the community. We are a longstanding supporter military support organizations such as the Fisher House Foundation and United Service Organization.

At the airport, our employees are also committed to providing comfort to our military travelers on the plane, at the gates and in our Sky Clubs. We actively carry thousands of military personnel and equipment every week. I’m also proud to say that Delta is comprised of thousands of military service men and women—actively serving, retired, reserve, National Guard and more—and it’s another reason I’m passionate in Delta’s efforts to support our soldiers.

I want to again personally thank you for your passion and for participating in the discussions on our social media channels and beyond, and look forward to continuing the dialogue.”

Rachael R.

Manager, Delta Social Media read more

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200 Places to Get Your Military Discount

Posted on 05/24/2011 by vfwlady

Blockbuster, Chevy’s, Denny’s, Extreme Outfitters, Foot Locker, and many other businesses out there offer 10% to 50% discounts on their products and services. Some require a coupon code, some only allow the discount if ordering online, but most require a Military ID.

Thanks to the U.S. Veterans Compensation website, a comprehensive list of companies offering Military Discounts is now available. For the complete list click here:

GET MY MILITARY DISCOUNT

If you are a veteran, you are also eligible to receive many of these discounts with your

GET MY VETERAN ID CARD

The U.S. Veterans Compensation website is also a great resource for finding information about many other Veterans programs!

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