This section of the web site includes events that Marine Corps families would be interested in attending. The events include book signings, dedications, memorials, The Marine Corps Marathon, Bootcamp Challenge, Opening of the Museum, Marine Parent Conferences, and more. Please use the EVENT FORM under "Contact Us" if you have an event to add to this section of the web site. For Support Our Troops Rallies, use the Support Rallies link.

These are listed in date order, with the next-up event listed at the top.

Be sure to sign up for our twice-monthly newsletter to get additional updates and news. There's a signup box at the bottom of every page of the web site.

The Knitting For Marines project is an on-going effort to make and distribute helmet liners to Marines. Thanks to the overwhelming support that the project received, the Museum will continue to accept helmet liners so that as many Marines as possible can receive one.
For more information and to download patterns please visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps web site The National Museum of the Marine Corps

Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Memphis, TN
Special Master of Ceremonies, Recording Artist and 2008 OTA National Patriot Award Winner - Aaron Tippin
Motorcycles and cars welcome. Full event details available here:
OTA Freedom Ride

Thursday, September 11, 2008
South Lawn of the Missouri State Capitol
Please join us to honor our Troops, Veterans and their families.

2:30 PM – Freedom Walk Registration – FREE
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM Freedom Walk – designated route
4:45 – 5:45 PM 11th Support Your Troops Event

Moving tribute to Missouri's Fallen Heroes

Walk or Run wearing Red, White or Blue to show your patriotic spirit!!!
Accredited Veteran Service Officers will be available to assist Veterans with claims 3:30 – 6:00 pm

Contact: Operation Outreach, Missouri Veterans Commission 573-462-9531 or via email at operationoutreach@mvc.dps.mo.gov

Celebrate Freedom...and Remember 9/11!!
The first walk was held in 2005 when Pentagon employees sought a way to honor the victims of the Pentagon attack, pay tribute to the responders and those who serve. Last year 255 communities participated, and every state was represented, along with eight nations overseas. Join in this tradition by participating in or organizing a walk in your community. The America Supports You Freedom Walk web site has information about the walk, how to plan a walk and where walks are being held in your state.
Event Information America Supports You Freedom Walk
Listen to 11 year old Colton talk about how he organized a Freedom Walk in his hometown and his plans for a 2008 walk! Colton's interview takes place in the first 3 minutes. Allison Barber from ASY also talks about the importance of remembering 9-11 by organizing or particpating in a walk. Colton's Interview

September 12, 2008 7:30 PM
Genoa Woods Conf. Center, 7707 Conference Center Dr, Brighton MI
Homes for Our Troops (HFOT), a national non-profit 501(c)3 Corporation, builds specially adapted homes for seriously injured Veterans through donations and at no cost to the Veteran.
Cpl Joshua Hoffman, USMC 1st BN 24th Marine Regiment-Michigan, was hit by sniper fire in Iraq in 2007 on his 3rd tour of duty.

Please join us for this special evening and help make a difference in the lives of seriously wounded Michigan heroes.
Download PDF Flyer

September 13, 2008 Rain or Shine!
Proceeds will benefit the USO of Missouri
Riders and sponsors can enjoy the ride or they can spend the day playing washers, while supporting the men and women who defend our country every day and honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. Full event information including registration, lodging, ride map, washer tournament information, donations and sponsorship can be found at: UnitedWestandMO.com

September 13, 2008 12:00 PM-5:00 PM
Del Mar Beach Recreational Area
Open to all families, parents and friends of the Bn.

Bring your blanket/chairs, umbrellas, beach toys,& surfboards.
Food, games, contests and prizes. Clowns, face painting, pony rides, petting zoo, Bounce House, Bouncy Boxing, Woody Cars and more!

September 25-28, 2008
Enjoy the great outdoors with fellow Vets
White water rafting, camping and meals are provided free of charge to OIF and OEF Veterans. Sponsored by the Coming Home Project. Full information including registration deadlines are available at: The Coming Home Project

2008 schedule includes: Colorado, Maine, Texas and California>
Adventure and challenge, solitude, reflection, and renewal, the Wilderness has always symbolized a new beginning – a place for discovery and fulfilling adventure. The Outward Bound program for Veterans provides an opportunity for camaraderie and has proven to be a powerful tool in helping veterans readjust after leaving the combat zone.

These five-day excursions offer adventure activities such as backpacking, rock climbing, canyoneering, canoeing, and dog sledding in beautiful wilderness areas in Maine, Texas, Colorado, California, and Minnesota. Scheduled courses from Sep 08-Feb 09 and future courses will be scheduled soon. All expedition costs for lodging, equipment, food, and instruction are completely funded by a multi-million dollar Sierra Club grant, including the participants' round-trip transportation between home and the wilderness site. The excursion is offered at no cost to the participant.

Complete information can be found here Outward Bound Wilderness

October 18, 2008
Sponsored by The North Star Group

NSG is requesting applications for expecting families who have a daddy to be deployed during the time of this shower & babies birth! 10 Mommies will be honored at pampering events, other activities & a baby shower. These 10 mommies will take part in a new program geared towards making their deployment and pregnancy a special one, hopefully shedding a little sunlight on a difficult time!

Complete information can be found here North Star Group Showers of Appreciation