2025 . SAKURA Tree Planting Ceremony in the playlot of the Chicago Park District near the Magnificent Mile. A Cherry Blossom tree will be planted “In Memoriam” to the Children and their caregivers. A Child's play is a Child's work! This is an on going work-in-progress, with weather permitting, actual date TBD. Please visit us again shortly for further details.
The National Gathering of American Indian Veterans event honors veterans and military personnel of all cultures, eras and branches in a Native Way that is open to all. This is a 2-day event that is held from Friday, July 18th to Saturday, July 19th. This event is free and open to the public.
Hosted by the Trickster Cultural Center, 190 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL. 60193.
In Memoriam: The solemn ceremony is a timeless reminder leading to the catastrophic events nearly eight decades ago, in observing the 80th Remembrance to the bombing on Japan's Hiroshima: on August 6th & Nagasaki: on August 9th, respectively for the lives lost & the survivors (Hibakusha). Please Register by Sunday, August 3rd.
The National Women Veterans United (NWVU) warmly invites you to our upcoming regional Stand Down event, a time dedicated to connecting you with essential resources, support, and community in a welcoming and empowering environment.