Republican dinner to offer tribute to U.S. veterans The Republican Club dinner at the Event Center on Tuesday, Nov. 17 will feature a special tribute to U.S. military veterans. Social hour begins at 5:15 p.m., with dinner starting at 6. Cost is $50 for members and $55 for guests. Non-dinner attendees arriving at 6:50 p.m. will be admitted for free (no reservations required) to just enjoy the program.