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The Southeastern Louisiana University Office of Military and Veterans Success presents the 2026 Veterans Expo. Bring resources together for the military and veteran community.
Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May, and it is the day Americans celebrate their military. Armed Forces Day is the proper day to honor all of the men and women currently serving, as well as those who have served and sacrificed to defend our freedom.
Blue Star Mothers of Louisiana Chapter 1 and For Our Fallen Organization every Memorial Day weekend they honor the Louisiana Natives who gave their life in service to our country. We plant 11, 000 American Flags on the grounds of the Louisiana State Capitol. Each flags represents a fallen hero from the American Revolutionary War to present day. The public is invited to participate in the flag planting. Our flags are carried through the streets of Baton Rouge by the For Our Fallen organization as a tribute to their fallen brothers and sisters.
Veterans Day, in the United States, national holiday (November 11) honouring veterans of the armed forces and those killed in the country’s wars. The observance originated in 1919 on the first anniversary of the 1918 armistice that ended World War I and was known as Armistice Day. It was commemorated in 1921 with the burial of an unknown soldier from World War I at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia.
**ASJM Foundation – Golf for Veterans Recovery Tournament** The ASJM Foundation Golf for Veterans Recovery Tournament is a community-driven event dedicated to supporting veterans who have served our nation but are still fighting battles long after their service ends. Our mission is simple: **to serve those who have served but are still fighting**, ensuring veterans in recovery have a stronger chance at rebuilding their lives with dignity, stability, and support. This tournament brings together golfers, sponsors, and supporters for a meaningful day on the course. Participants enjoy team-based play, contests, and camaraderie, all while helping raise funds for programs that provide critical assistance to veterans facing physical, emotional, and recovery-related challenges. Every swing, sponsorship, and show of support helps create opportunities for veterans to heal, recover, and move forward. By joining us, you’re not just playing a round of golf—you’re helping change lives. ---
Ponchatoula Veterans Parade Information table
Hammond Northshore Regional Airshow Information table set up https://www.hammondairshow.com/kickoffevents
BrewBQ for Veterans Success is event to help raise money for the Andew Service Jr Memorial Foundation. BBQ, Raffles, Beer, and Music
250th Army Birthday at a BLOCK PARTY at Perkins Rowe Town Square, Thursday, June 12 – 6 to 8pm. We will feature a great Baton Rouge young adult band with the School of Rock! As always, we will have the Future Soldier Oath of Enlistment and Cake Cutting ceremony!
The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, in partnership with the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System, will be hosting a Women Veterans Symposium: June 12, 2025 10 AM – 2 PM American Legion Post 38 151 S Wooddale Blvd Baton Rouge, LA Our theme this year is “Celebrating Women Veterans” so please join us for a day of empowerment, education, and networking specifically tailored for our women veterans. The symposium will feature insightful speakers, free food, music, and valuable community resource partners. The symposium will also feature FREE professional pictures and headshots. So, please feel free to bring your military souvenirs and keepsakes to take pictures with! If you need to update your professional headshots, we will have a photographer on site to facility that as well. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with our nation's heroes who have served our country and gain valuable insights into navigating life after the military. Come be a part of this inspiring event dedicated to honoring and supporting our women veterans! Registration is required. Please review the invitation for details. Doors open at 9 AM and the program begins promptly at 10:30 AM The symposium is also open to the general public so all veteran supporters are welcome as well! 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Presentation of Honors to Women Veterans 11:30 AM – 2 PM: Visit Community Partners | Lunch | Music | Networking | Pictures