American Legion War Memorial Commission

Chinese American G.I. Project’s Veterans Day Retrospective: “Warriors in Our Midst”

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionVeterans Building Activities/Events, Veterans Organizations, What's Happening November 5, 2020June 21, 2021No Comments

Starts: November 11, 2020 at 1:00 pmEnds: November 11, 2020 at 2:00 pmLocation: Online (YouTube)Admission: Free Join our men and women veterans from all branches of service and conflicts as they tell us in their own words about their experiences on this Veterans Day. American Legion Cathay Post 384, the Chinese American G.I. Project, and …

9th Annual Bikes-4-Vets

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionVeterans Building Activities/Events, Veterans Organizations, What's Happening October 15, 2020June 21, 2021No Comments

A Bicycle Giveaway for Local Veterans We’re happy to be giving away up to 100 refurbished and safety inspected bicycles to qualified and first-time deserving veterans. The bike distribution will occur at the Atwater Tavern, 295 Terry A Francois Boulevard in San Francisco at 10:30 am on November 21st. To get a free bike, you …

Taking Your Career to the Next Level as a Veteran in 2020

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionVeterans Building Activities/Events, Veterans Organizations, What's Happening October 14, 2020June 21, 2021No Comments

Whether you’re just beginning your transition from military to civilian life or you’ve been out of the service for a while now, you have some things working in your favor when it comes to your career. For example, you have training and experience that many others don’t have, which can prove invaluable when you’re starting …

Western Region Virtual Career Fair – 11/3/20

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionVeterans Building Activities/Events, Veterans Organizations, What's Happening October 14, 2020June 21, 2021No Comments

These career fairs are designed to connect employers with skilled veterans, MilSpouses, Transitioning Service Members, Reservists, and Guardsmen. This event will offer real-time engagement and one-on-one interactions with company representatives in a virtual setting. Employers will be looking to fill positions not only locally, but also across the region and nationally. Below you will find the …

Veterans Mental Health Summit

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionVeterans Building Activities/Events, Veterans Organizations, What's Happening October 12, 2020June 21, 2021No Comments

This free three-hour virtual event will explore the impact of race and racism on veteran identity, the military experience, and access to mental health care. There will be opportunities for participant discussion, information sharing, and action planning. Please sign up here to attend: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/8th-annual-veterans-mental-health-summit-tickets-123765882085?aff=odeimcmailchimp&goal=0_42595ded07-a35a4e9a66-95380537&mc_cid=a35a4e9a66&mc_eid=44a86b5882 Continuing Education Credits 3 credit hours are available for CAADE professionals …

Veteran’s Day Dinner Sponsored by Swords to Plowshares

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionVeterans Organizations, What's Happening September 28, 2020June 21, 2021No Comments

This virtual celebration will be on Veterans Day, Wednesday,  November 11, 2020 from 6:30 pm to 8:00pm. This year, Swords to Plowshares will honor the Frontline staff who have shown amazing courage and dedication during this pandemic to serve our veterans. Swords to Plowshares will also honor Craig Newmark, Advisory Board member, philanthropist, and a hugely dedicated veteran advocate, who helped kick …

WWII Chinese American GI Project

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionWhat's Happening September 17, 2020June 21, 2021No Comments

There will be a virtual event honoring the WWII Chinese American Veterans on the 26th of September. Sep 26 1-2pm PT: 75th Anniversary WWII Chinese American GI Honor Event, honor our Chinese American Veterans from the Golden State, including the premier of Montgomery Hom’s special short film, “We Served with Pride”. Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/ChiAmGICeremony …

Virtual Veterans Job Fair & Open House

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionVeterans Organizations, What's Happening September 15, 2020June 21, 2021No Comments

Join to network with UCSF and community partners, focused on serving Veterans. This event will be held on November 6th, 2020 from 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm. For more info see the flyer posted below.

Virtual Recruiting Fair: April 28th, 2020

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionVeterans Organizations, What's Happening April 16, 2020September 15, 2020No Comments

What: DAV/RecruitMilitary Veterans Virtual Job Fair Where: From anywhere that you have an internet connection When: Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Attend this Job Fair to apply for jobs, either Vets or their spouses. For more info: https://recruitmilitary.careereco.com/

Waging Peace In Vietnam: Veterans Gallery

by American Legion War Memorial CommissionGallery, Veterans Building Activities/Events, What's Happening March 16, 2020September 15, 2020No Comments

So sorry this traveling exhibit has cancelled their San Francisco presentation. For more information please go to wagingpeaceinvietnam.com Exhibit informationU.S. Soldiers & Veterans Who Opposed The WarCancelled March 17–April 22nd, Tuesday–Saturday, 1-5pmSan Francisco Veterans Building 401 Van Ness Avenue During America’s War in Vietnam, tens of thousands of GIs and veterans created a robust movement …