Sunday, November 11, 2012
Military were honored in a ceremony this morning at the Veterans War Memorial Plaza.
The Royal Oak Memorial Society hosted a Veterans Day ceremony this morning to honor military veterans at the Veterans War Memorial Plaza between City Hall and the Royal Oak Public Library. The ceremony included guest speaker CDR Brian J. Sheakley, commanding officer Navy Operations Support Center Detroit, who lives in Royal Oak. Also present were the St Paul's Adult Choir, Royal Oak Canadian Legion Maple Leaf Post 84, American Legion Frank Wendland Post 253, VFW Acorn Post 1669, Daughters of American Revolution, Benevolent Protective of the Elks, Knights of Columbus, Royal Oak Police Department Honor Guard and Royal Oak Fire Department Honor Guard. Royal Oak High School students performed taps and the Ninth Kentucky Infantry gave a rifle …
Michigan will honor America's military service members through special events and offers in recognition of Veterans Day, Nov. 11
Veterans Day, a day for America to remember her military service members, is this Sunday, Nov. 11. Here's a round up of Michigan events honoring veterans as well as special offers for veterans by area businesses. Royal Oak events: Statewide Events: Many Michigan businesses will be offering special discounts, freebies and offers exclusively for Veterans Day. Here is a list of Veterans Day specials: Veteran’s Day Discounts – Retail Stores & More Here are some additional Veterans Day Discounts. In all cases, be sure to provide proper ID or proof of service. In addition, some of these stores are franchises, so verify participation before assuming the discount is in place. Regional Veterans Day Discounts
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Elliott Fabrizio, of The Pentagon Channel, offers the top 10 most popular freebies for Veterans Day Weekend.
Free stuff is not the purpose of Veteran’s Day, but that doesn’t mean you can’t graciously accept some of the offers extended by private businesses to show their appreciation for those who have served in our nation’s armed forces. This list can help you find the best deals to take advantage of this Veteran’s Day weekend. Just to cover myself, this list in no way implies endorsement by The Pentagon Channel or the DoD, but is simply this Sailor’s personal recommendation for great deals. 10. Krispy Kreme: Free Doughnut and Small Coffee (Nov. 11) This is not meant to be a ranking system. Krispy Kreme is number ten because you should go there first and start off your Veteran’s Day off with a delicious free doughnut and cup of coffee. The …
Veterans Day is Sunday, Nov. 11. Know of any discounts we missed? Add them in the comments.
One way to thank a veteran, according to many businesses: Give them a free meal. Heading up to Veteran's Day on Sunday, Nov. 11, here's a look at some Royal Oak businesses offering free food, discounts and even Slurpees to veterans bd's Mongolian Grill: Half-off stir fry with valid military ID Nov. 5-11. 430 S Main St., Royal Oak Little Caesars: Free Crazy Bread with proof of service for all veterans and active military members on Monday, Nov. 12. 3303 Campbell Rd., Royal Oak Tim Hortons: A free star-spangled doughnut to all veterans on Sunday, Nov. 11. 2214 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak 7-Eleven: Free small Slurpee to all current and former military members on Sunday, Nov. 11 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Offer good to. Proof of service required. 1121 …
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Jax Kar Wash
27054 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI
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7-Eleven
1121 N Campbell Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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Tim Hortons
2214 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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bd's Mongolian Grill
430 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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7-Eleven
4623 Crooks Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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3303 Campbell Rd, Royal Oak, MI
Little Caesars
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Monday, November 5, 2012
Veterans Day service to be held Nov. 11.
Join the Royal Oak Memorial Society in honoring Veterans Day at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the Veteran’s Memorial Plaza located between City Hall and the Royal Oak Public Library. Call 248-543-8420 for more information.
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City of Royal Oak City Hall
221 E 3rd St, Royal Oak, MI
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Monday, November 14, 2011
Michigan scenes combine with special moments to make memorable pictures.
Andrew Rogers submitted this photo of the Veterans Day sunrise over Lake St. Clair that he took from the Crescent Sail Club in Grosse Pointe Farms. How did you mark Veterans Day this year? To email this photo, just look for the EMAIL button above the headline. To print this photo, see PRINT above. To add a photo, click on "add your photos" under the photo. Do you have a nominee for Michigan Postcard? Nominate it here or email it to beth.valone@patch.com. Be sure to include the following details: > More Michigan Postcards
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Eight couples, including 10 military personnel, exchanged vows on Veterans Day at the Royal Oak Music Theatre.
It was a doubly special Veterans Day Friday for eight area military couples as they exchanged wedding vows at the Royal Oak Music Theatre in a “Call to Wed” event. “My father, who passed away last year, was in Word War II. I wanted to do something really special for him and all military veterans – those currently serving and those who have served in past years,” said Jessica Miller, rental coordinator of the Royal Oak Music Theatre. A "Call To Wed” was her inspiration. Since Veterans Day fell on 11-11-11 Miller wanted to make sure that at least 11 couples had the opportunity to exchange vows and that everything was paid for, including their reception. "Everything was donated by local businesses so that these men and women could simply …
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Royal Oak Music Theatre
318 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI
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Friday, November 11, 2011
Military were honored in a ceremony this morning at the Veterans War Memorial Plaza.
The Royal Oak Memorial Society hosted a Veterans Day ceremony this morning to honor military veterans at the Veterans War Memorial Plaza between City Hall and the Royal Oak Public Library. The ceremony included guest speaker Jack Hall and the St Paul's School Children's Choir. Royal Oak High School students performed taps.
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City of Royal Oak City Hall
221 E 3rd St, Royal Oak, MI
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Royal Oak Public Library
222 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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Upload a photo or video of you or a loved one to be featured on Veterans Day.
Did you or a loved one serve our country? If so, there have got to be some good photos and videos to show it. So, dig through that old shoebox, find that file folder or scroll way down on your profile pictures — they’re bound to be somewhere. Whether you were a Marine abroad, a soldier in Germany or have a loved one who served in Iraq or Afghanistan, Patch wants to see your photos and videos, as well as hear your story. Is there a photo showing you serving the veteran community? We want to see that, too. Simply upload your photos by: 1. Clicking the green “Submit Your Photos & Videos” button below this story. 2. Click “Choose files to upload.” Select the photo or video you want and click “Open.” Then click “Start uploading.” Make sure to …
Engaged pairs will walk down the aisle on 11/11/11 during “A Call to Wed,” a multi-nuptial wedding and reception.
Today – Veterans Day – eight area military couples will exchange wedding vows at the Royal Oak Music Theatre in a “Call to Wed” event. Several local businesses have joined forces to provide products and services to make sure the 6 p.m. ceremony is memorable. Everything from wedding gowns to wedding cake has been donated. Royal Oak’s Black the Salon is providing hair and makeup for the brides, and groom haircuts. The brides have stopped by in the past month for a trial wedding look. Stylist Laura Trumbo said the salon is prepared to give the entire group the style they want. “We are just so honored to be a part of this,” Trumbo said. “We think all Americans should support the troops.” Royal Oak resident Linda Lexy will be officiating the …
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Royal Oak Music Theatre
318 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI
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Black The Salon
314 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI
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Judy Davids
7:41 am on Monday, November 12, 2012
The pleasure was all mine. It was a beautiful ceremony. And, I think I need to hire John. It is quite the photographer. more ›