Duval Times

Mayor Donna Deegan, alongside the City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department, has announced the upcoming Annual Military Spouses Night Out scheduled for Thursday, June 20, 2024. The event will be held at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on 300 A Philip Randolph Blvd from 5 pm to 8 pm. Mayor Deegan emphasized, "It is open to all U.S. and allied military spouses of active-duty, guard, reserve, and retired service members. Valid ID is required."

The event, which is free of charge, promises an evening of activities and treats for attendees. Mayor Deegan highlighted, "There will be raffle prizes and massage, a man-cave, food samples, drink samples and every female spouse will be able to take home a free dress that has been donated by Amazon." This initiative aims to honor the sacrifices and contributions of military spouses, recognizing their vital role in supporting the armed forces.

Reflecting on the significance of Military Spouse Day, Mayor Deegan shared, "Military Spouse Day was first proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in April 1984. In 1999, Congress made Military Spouse Day an official National Military Appreciation Event." The event on June 20, 2024, marks the 7th Annual "Military Spouse Night Out" hosted by the City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department, underscoring the importance of acknowledging the sacrifices made by military families.

For further inquiries and registration, individuals are encouraged to reach out to Tiffany Morales at tmorales@coj.net.