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 Grand Country Square from 9 a.m. (0900 hrs) to 6p.m. (1800 hrs). Looking for friends from your unit or hoping someone might be trying to find you? Get your name in the Branson Veterans Task Force Registry. No charge for registration or searches.
Veterans Patch Wall, Grande Country Square - FREE - Hundreds of patches collected from all services hold special meaning for each branch, division and unit represented. See this collection in progress. Patch donations welcome. Open all year.
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 America. An additional Hall of Heroes is locate din the Imax Entertainment Complex.
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 .
Vietnam Traveling Wall - FREE - The Official, half scaled replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the most visited memorial in Wash, DC, is open for viewing daily at the Welk Resort Theatre November 5 through the 11th from 8am to 10pm daily. As is customary, the list of names will be read continuously throughout the seven day period. Opening Ceremony is at 10am November 4th.
Veterans Rights Seminars - Free – daily workshop sessions regarding veterans rights/benefits will be conducted at Culpepper Place of Branson, 5351 Gretna Rd. Advance reservations required. Call 800-335-8566. Use reservation #211. You will receive a return call to confirm your reservation.
Daily Special Events by Day and Starting Hour*
Friday, November 4th 2005
10:00 a.m.(1000 hrs)- Dedication and Memorial Service for the Vietnam Traveling Wall, Welk Resort.
Saturday, November 5th 2005
6:30 a.m. (0600hrs)- The BVTF will host the POW/MIA Hot Air Balloon Static Display at Mansion America – open all day – weather permitting
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 Veterans Homecoming Church Service, Hamner Barber Theatre, Shepherd of the Hills Expressway
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 Veterans Rose 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 Vendor Village at Celebration City . Live entertainment. Others welcome to dine for a donation.
Noon – Women Veterans Luncheon, Majestic Steak House, Gretna Rd., $25 Reservations required. Call Mary Slivka 800-935-1199 ext. 817
2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430-1500hrs)– Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at (TOC) Tactical Operations Center located at Celebration City
3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (150001530hrs)– Various presentations by the National Flag Foundation on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
3:30 – 4 p.m. (1530-1600hrs)– Various presentations by the Veterans History Project on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
Tuesday, November 8th 2005
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (1130 - 1300hrs) Free lunch to veterans and current serving military served at Vendor Village at Celebration City . Live entertainment. Others welcome to dine for a donation.
2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430- 1500hrs)– Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (1500`1530hrs)– Various presentations by the National Flag Foundation on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
3:30 – 4 p.m. (1530-1600hrs)– Various presentations by the Veterans History Project on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
7:30 p.m. (1930hrs)- Homecoming BIG SHOW, Musical Palace (#1 Hits of the ‘60s) – veterans free – Hwy. 248
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 Missouri K.W.V.A and the Harry S. Truman Chapter K.W.V.A. 417- 338-2181
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (1130-1300hrs) Free lunch to veterans and current serving military served at Vendor Village at Celebration City . Live entertainment. Others welcome to dine for a donation.
Noon - Honor and Integrity/ Luncheon honoring youth military groups at the VFW Post 5168 Forsyth , Mo.
2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430-1500hrs)– Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
3p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (1500-1530hrs)– Various presentations by the National Flag Foundation on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
3:30 – 4 p.m. (1530-1600hrs)– Various presentations by the Veterans History Project on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
6 p.m. (1800hrs)– POW/MIA Skidmore, Missouri Gala, Chateau on the Lake
7 p.m. - 9 p.m. (1900-2000hrs)- Candlelight Military Memorial Service-all Military and guests invited, Skyline Baptist Church , Hwy. 165 and Fall Creek Rd.
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 Ozarks Keeter Center for more information contact The Keeter Center @ 417-239-1900
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 Vendor Village at Celebration City . Live entertainment. Others welcome to dine for a donation.
Noon - Honor and Integrity/ Luncheon honoring youth military groups at the VFW Post 5168 Forsyth , Mo.
2:30 – 3 p.m. (1430-1500hrs)– Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
3 p.m.– 3:30 p.m. (1500-1530hrs)– Various presentations by the National Flag Foundation on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
3:30 – 4 p.m. (1530-1600hrs)– Various presentations by the Veterans History Project on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
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. Kimberling City
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 Vendor Village at Celebration City . Live entertainment. Others welcome to dine for a donation.
2:30 - 3 p.m. (1430-1500hrs)- Presentations by military author, writers and artists on stage at Vendor Village at Celebration City
5 p.m. (1700hrs)- Closing Ceremonies, The Follies Theatre BVTF 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 at this time 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.
