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RSVP provides quality, customized volunteer placement, connecting talented people to organizations that serve community needs. Assisting people 55+ in overcoming barriers to engaging in community service; Providing training and support to the community on how to effectively engage adults 55+; Serving as a liason between community needs and an available talent pool; Advocating for vital aging; Redefining society's view of aging.

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Got Freedom? Let's Give Thanks...

We give thanks to our RSVP volunteers who have served in the military; to currently deployed soldiers and their families; and to all who have served to provide and protect our independence.

Upcoming Community Events for Veterans:
Veterans Play Project
When: July 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2013
Where: Mixed Blood Theatre, Minneapolis
About: Inviting all veterans to attend one of several workshops to help make a new play about Minnesota veteran's experiences. Veterans will help with every step of the process, from writing the play to performing in it, leading up to the final performances at Fort Snelling from Nov. 15 to 24, 2013.
More Info: Contact Leah Cooper at 612-227-2046, or by email at leah@footprintscollective.org

Drop-In Legal Clinic for Veterans
When: July 9, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: VA Medical Center, Minneapolis
About: Attorneys, MACV staff, County Veteran Service Officers and child support officers will be available to assist veterans with questions, legal forms and counsel.

Living and Learning Series for Women Veterans
When: July 9, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 207 S. 9th St., Minneapolis
About: The third meeting, "Inner Healing," of a four-part series focusing on topics important to women who have served in the military.

For Active Duty Military

Independence Day Celebration at the St. Paul Saints
When: July 6, 7:05 p.m.
Where: Midway Stadium, St. Paul
About: Download and print the voucher to receive up to six complimentary tickets. Come early to see a ceremony recognizing a group of heroes, stay late for the fireworks!
More Info: Voucher     Valid Military ID Required

Volunteers needed--RSVP can connect you to volunteer opportunities that benefit veterans and the families of deployed military. Volunteers 55 and over receive special benefits. 
For more info: Call 952-945-4162 or Email 


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