A FREE COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
January 29, 2026 | Union Grove High School | Doors Open 4 PM
​Program Begins at 5 PM

Celebrate Our Veterans, First Responders &
​America's Birthday

Join us in supporting a powerful FREE community event:
“A Grateful Nation: Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom and Service,” presented by the Go Frank Go Foundation.​

This patriotic celebration will be emceed by WTMJ’s John Mercure and spotlight Medal of Honor recipient Sal Giunta as our keynote speaker. Giunta, the first living recipient of the Medal of Honor since Vietnam, brings a message of courage, sacrifice, and national service that will leave a lasting impact.
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Staff Sgt. Salvatore Giunta, of Hiawatha, Iowa, the first living Medal of Honor recipient from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, closes his eyes in prayer before being honored during a ceremony in 2010 at the Statehouse in Des Moines

Featured Speakers & Special Guests

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
​Staff Sgt. Salvatore Giunta
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Saving his squad from the Taliban during a deadly ambush in Afghanistan, Medal of Honor recipient Sal Giunta shares, with unassuming humility, his courageous story and the importance of teamwork, selflessness and leadership.
MASTER OF CEREMONY
​John Mercure
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John Mercure, host on Newsradio 620 WTMJ, is known for his engaging storytelling and strong ties to Southeastern Wisconsin. A respected journalist, he’s passionate about sharing stories that inspire and connect our communities. ​
SPECIAL GUEST
Lieutenant Brian Murphy 
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Lieutenant Brian Murphy, a courageous member of the Oak Creek Police Department who responded to the 2012 Sikh Temple shooting. His heroism in the face of danger truly reflects selfless service to our community.​
SPECIAL GUEST
Michael Fischer
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Michael Fischer, a Vietnam Veteran, two time Purple Heart recipient, and Commander of VFW Post 11038, he creates a space that honors service and fosters community.

Additional Event Highlights

Patriotic Performances
Kenosha Pipes & Drums Association
UGHS Performing Arts​

​Presentation of Colors
American Legion Bixby-Hansen Post 171
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This event is part of Go Frank Go Day 2026, a day of encouragement, reflection, and leadership meant to inspire the next generation to serve, lead, and strengthen their communities.

This inspirational day is designed to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and honor the legacy of Frank Lamping, a beloved Union Grove resident and passionate community advocate. ​
Community Advocate Frank Lamping

Financial Support

Go Frank Go Day would not be possible without the generous support of our local communities. Thank you to all of the community sponsors who have helped make this event possible.

Founding Partners

Defenders of Liberty

Friends of Freedom

Neil & Jennifer Young

Stars & Stripes Sponsor

Scott & Andrea Huedepohl
Moyer Farms
Cheryl & Pete Abbott
Ehrhart Farms, Inc.
Ellen Peterson

Interested in becoming a sponsor or donating?

Event Details

Time & Date

Thursday, January 29, 2026
Doors Open: 4:00 PM
Program Begins: 5:00 PM

FREE Admission

Admission to this event is FREE thanks to the generous support of the community.

RSVP Recommended

Due to limited seating and to ensure we can make the appropriate accommodations, we encourage guests to RSVP if they are planning to attend this event.

Seating

Open Seating
The is event is open seating for the general public.

Reserved Seating
Reserved seating will be available for Veterans, their families, first responders, active military members, and guests with special medical needs.

Location

Union Grove High School Gymnasium
​3433 S Colony Ave, Union Grove, WI 53182

Parking

Check back soon for details.

Contact Information

Have questions or need more information? We're here to help! Reach out to us using the resources below, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

EMAIL

[email protected]

RSVP

PHONE

C/O Community State Bank
​(262) 878-3763
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