Join Peralta’s Veterans Resource Centers and the Oakland Police Officers Veterans and Friends Association for our Veterans Day & America 250 Celebration. We’ll honor the service and sacrifices of our nation’s veterans and commemorate America’s 250th anniversary.

Thursday, November 12, 2026

12:30–3:30 PM

Merritt College, Building R, Room 110 (Student Lounge)

Keynote Speaker: Chief James Beere, Oakland Police Department

INCLUDES:

• community & workforce resources

• students, veteran recognitions, and public safety partners

• educational exhibits, fitness challenges, networking, and lunch🍽️

Free and open to the public.

RSVP: https://bit.ly/va250merritt

Questions or accommodations: thumphrey@peralta.edu

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