CASI Pays Tribute To QCA Veterans With A Swing Dance & Breakfast

 

Davenport, IA - The Center For Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) will pay tribute to Quad City area veterans with two special events honoring their service and dedication to our country.

The first event is the annual USO Dance, 7-10 pm, on Friday, November 7. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door.  The night will feature music from the Big Band Era from the Tony Hamilton Orchestra.  Larry and Diane Breitbach will provide free swing dance lessons at 6:15 pm.  A cash bar and snacks are also available.  This is event is sponsored by CASI and PLUS 60.

On Monday, November 10, CASI and Ridgecrest Village will be hosting "Honoring Our Heroes - Past, Present, & Future."  Doors open at 7:30 a.m. and a free breakfast will be served starting at 7:45 a.m. to veterans, active duty military, and ROTC.

Bob Morrison of Ridgecrest Village and Honor Flight of the Quad Cities and KWQC-TV6's Gary Metivier will speak at the breakfast. Bob has been the driving force behind the Honor Flight of the Quad Cities working tirelessly to get our Quad City veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to honoring their sacrifices. Gary is an award-winning author and journalist most recently publishing "Saluting Grandpa" inspired by a true story, with a forward by NBC's Tom Brokaw, this book is a wonderful celebration of our veterans. Gary will have his book available at the event and proceeds benefit the Honor Flight.

Seating is for Honoring Our Heroes is limited to 150 and reservations are required. The event is free to veterans, active duty military, and ROTC. Call CASI at 563-386-7477 to make a reservation. Tickets for non-military are available for $5.00.

Please join us as we honor and celebrate the heroes that have served our Country.

CASI was established in 1972 and serves the needs of older adults by providing a variety of events and activities focused on health and wellness, social engagement, lifelong learning, and community involvement.  CASI also provides a senior advocacy program to assist older adults, their families, and caregivers in needs assessment and referral for services.  Jane's Place at CASI is the only adult day services center in Eastern Iowa serving adults with Alzheimer's and dementia.  Please contact CASI for additional information.

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