(2) Military Family Appreciation Day at Dirtbag | Facebook

Event by ServiceSource NC-Friendship House Fayetteville, VFW Post 670 and Auxiliary and 2 others

Dirtbag Ales Brewery and Taproom

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Join us at Dirtbag Ales Brewery and Taproom for a special day dedicated to the Military Family! Fayetteville and the communities of Cumberland County created Heroes Homecoming as a way of showing recognition and appreciation to all veterans for their courage, their sacrifice and everything they do to defend this country’s freedom – now and forever. The Fayetteville area has always had a unique bond with veterans, as the point of departure and return for hundreds of thousands of soldiers. Fayetteville has hosted Heroes Homecoming since 2011, helping it to become the largest commemoration and reunion of its kind. From parades and student-led initiatives to lectures and festivals, cultural celebrations and recognition ceremonies, all of the events at Heroes Homecoming recognize and honor the service and sacrifice of our brave veterans.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

11:00am - 5:00pm Free Military Family Photos
Thank you to theses local photographers who have volunteered their time and services for this event!
Allison Cummings Photography
Amanda McCollum Photography
Hector Santiago
Karlee Bethea
Kelsey Justine Photography
Samantha Dulemba Photography
Stephanie Bunnell
William Amaro Photographer

11:45am Ceremonial Parachuting jump performed with Special Forces Association Parachute Team. Sponsored by Warrior Bridge Program

Parachute Jump followed by the National Anthem. To be performed by a member of the 82nd Airborne Chorus.

12:00 - 5:00pm Chili Cook-Off presented by the Hope Mills Chamber. Tickets are $10 per person; this event will be held in the Dirtbag Ales Pavilion. Head over to the event page for more information on this event!

Information, resources, and services available from local veteran organizations:
American Corporate Partners in the Fort Bragg/ Fayetteville Area (ACP)
Hiring Our Heroes
North Carolina for Military Employment (NC4ME)
Program Manager, Onward to Opportunity
Special Operations Medic Coalition
United Through Reading
USO
VFW 670
Veterans Farm of NC
Warrior Bridge

Special release of Heroes Homecoming Pilsner with $1 from each pint being donated to Cumberland County Veterans Council

Kids Fun Zone with free coloring station and hand-held American Flags!
Live Music
Beer & Cider