WHO: Soldiers, Airmen and civilian employees of the New Jersey National Guard and Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

WHAT: Unity Day "Many Cultures, One Flag"

WHEN: Thursday, June 14, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

WHERE: Joint Training & Training Development Center (JT2DC), Building 3601, Fort Dix, N.J.

DETAILS: The New Jersey National Guard and the Department of Military and Veterans affairs will celebrate Unity Day on June 14, at the JT2DC on Fort Dix.   Maj. Gen. Glenn K. Rieth, the Adjutant General of New Jersey is the keynote speaker.  Unity Day is held to enhance cross-cultural awareness and promote harmony among all members of the New Jersey National Guard. This combined effort of Army and Air, State and Federal, community members and members of both Team McGuire and the Fort Dix Post contributes to the different ethnic and special emphasis groups being represented in the New Jersey National Guard. This year's event will start off with a 5K Fun Run/Walk at 8 a.m.  Opening ceremonies will take place at 11:30 a.m. with a performance from the New Jersey Youth ChalleNGe Program Drill Team followed by additional entertainment throughout the event by Voices of Africa, United We Sing, O'Leary Irish Dancers, Red Hawk Indian Dancers, Bag Pipers, and the Rancocas Valley Regional High School Hollywood Steppers. Multi-cultural displays and food samplings from 18 different ethnic groups from around the world will take place from noon to 3:30 p.m.

Media wishing to gain access to Fort Dix to attend this event must contact Lt. Col. James Garcia or Mr. Kryn Westhoven at the above numbers by 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 13.