From the Desk of the Commander
Greetings Comrades!
It is with great excitement and pride that I write
my first article as the new Commander of Post 2144. The VFW holds a very
significant place in my heart. This organization has been there for me at my
highest highs and lowest lows. I wouldn’t be the man I am today without it. Through
the guidance of past Commander Verne Blauwkamp and Mike Martin, Robin Bailey,
and Hondo Robinson, I’m ready to hit the ground running at the best Post in the
State of Michigan. Vern and Mike have done a great job leading This Post into
the future and I am excited to continue their progress.
For four years we have earned the title of All-State
Post, received the National Community Service Award, and now All-American Post
honors. These things don’t just happen, it takes every single one of you
working together. Every member should be proud of this Post.
This year will host a variety of changes that will
better position us going into the future. I welcome any and all comments or
suggestions. This Post belongs to all of us.
Our Post picnic will be held September 10th.
This year we will extend our silent auction over the course of a week to better
raise funds which will be used for our rooftop cooler that needs to be
completely replaced. We are also looking into having this year’s Picnic
catered. If you are interested in being
on the Picnic Committee, please reach out to myself or Aux President Laura
Kinne.
I encourage all members to join us at our monthly
meetings. They are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 1900hrs
(7:00PM). You can also attend our House Committee meetings that are held the
same night at 1800hrs (6:00). A wide variety of Post, District, Department, and
National VFW information is shared at these meetings so bring a notepad. In
addition to our monthly meetings, we will be hosting the District 8 meeting on
Saturday August 6th. Lunch is at 11 and meeting is at 12.
Garrett Dickey
Post Commander
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From the Desk of the Auxiliary President
Happy Summer!
I hope everyone is well and enjoying the warmer
weather. This is the time of year when kids are off to Summer Camp. If you are
still looking for a summer camp, Camp Trotter has openings, but you need to act
fast. Available dates are; July 10th – 16th, July 17th– 23rd, July 24th – 30th, and July 31st– August 6th. Let us know if you are interested.
The Voice of Democracy and Patriots Pen Scholarship
essay topic is "Why is the Veteran Important?” and the Patriots Pen (6th– 8th Grade) topic is "My Pledge tour Veterans.” More information
will be coming to the Post soon.
We are still looking for additional workers to help
out with BINGO on Monday and Wednesday nights. Even one night a month would be
great.
Our meetings this summer are Thursday July 14thand Thursday August 11th at 7:00PM, all members are welcome and
invited. On July 14th we will be holding elections for Sr. Vice.
Laura Kinne
Auxiliary President
Veterans and Family Support
Our
heartfelt sympathy goes our to the families of Shirley Jacob who passed away
April 30th, 2022. Shirley is survived by her children Kay Vonzelaar,
Bonie Kale, Leroy Fink Jr., Jane Ferrel and families. Also, Ivy Cammenga passed
April 29, 2022. Please keep these families in your thoughts and prayers.
Let’s not forget our military personnel that are
still in harms way and their families. Keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
Ellen Robinson
Membership
June 1st is the beginning of our new
Membership year. Aux treasurer Nancy will start taking your 2023 year
Membership dues now. Renewal is $25, or you can go life and never have to renew
again. This is the best deal!
Ellen Robinson
Dads Post 132
No news for July or August. I’ll have updates next
newsletter.
Dads
President
Hondo Robinson
Meeting Reminders
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 73 meets
the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7pm. All Vietnam Veterans are welcome.
Vet to Vet support group meets every
Wednesday from 630 to 730pm. Veterans of
every era are welcome to attend.
Marine Corps League meets the Third Saturday
of each month at 10am. Everyone is welcomed
to attend.
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Officers and
Contact Info
Post: (616)392-2144
Commander: Garrett Dickey (937)570-8254
Senior Vice: Michael Mennes (616)402-3502
Junior Vice: Adam Cameron (309)212-1148
Quartermaster: Robin Bailey (616)994-2239
Chaplain: Ken Vanderwall (616)212-7570
Auxiliary President: Laura Kinne (616)283-9565
Auxiliary Treasurer: Nancy Vredeveld (616)422-1403
Honor Guard: Bob Van Dyke (269)751-8858
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Social Media
Website: VFW2144.org
Facebook: Facebook.com/VFWPost2144Holland
Instagram: VFWPost2144
July 2022
Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Watch Facebook and Flyers
for Details
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Prices Subject to Change
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1—Fish Dinner or T-Bone
Steak
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2—
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3—Closed
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4—Closed for Independence
Day
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5— Tacos
5-7pm
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6—75¢ Wings
Bingo 6pm
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7-- Burger Night
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8—Fish Dinner or Grilled
Chicken
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9—
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10-Closed
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11—Euchre 1230
Bingo 6pm
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12— Tacos
5-7pm
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13-- 75¢ Wings
Bingo 6pm
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14--Burger Night
Post and AUX Meeting 7PM
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15— Fish Dinner or Potato
with Steak
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16—
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17—Closed
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18— Euchre 1230
Bingo 6pm
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19— Tacos
5-7pm
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20 - 75¢ Wings
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21—Burger Night
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22— Fish Dinner or Chicken
Quesadilla
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23—
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24—Closed
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25—Euchre 1230
No Bingo
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26— Tacos
5-7pm
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27-75¢ Wings
Service Officer
8am-4pm
Bingo 6PM
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28-Buger night
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29- Fish Dinner and
Sloppy Joe’s
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30-Tejano Sound Band
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August 2022
Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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1 – Euchre 1230
Bingo 6PM
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2— Tacos
5-7pm
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3--75¢ Wings
Bingo 6pm
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4—Burger Night
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5— Fish Dinner or Ribs
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6--
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7—Closed
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8— Euchre 1230
Bingo 6pm
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9— Tacos
5-7pm
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10—75¢ Wings
Bingo 6pm
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11— Burger Night Post and Auxiliary Meeting
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12— Fish Dinner or Meatloaf
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13—
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14—Closed
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15— Euchre 1230
Bingo 6pm
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16— Tacos
5-7pm
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17--75¢ Wings
Bingo 6pm
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18-- Burger Night
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19—Fish Dinner or Chicken
Caesar Wrap
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20—
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21—Closed
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22— Euchre 1230
Bingo 6pm
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23— Tacos
5-7pm
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24--75¢ Wings
Bingo 6pm
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25—Burger Night
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26—Fish Dinner or
Enchilada
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27—
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28—Closed
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29—Euchre 1230
Bingo 6pm
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30— Tacos
5-7pm
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31--75¢ Wings
Service Officer
8am-4pm/Bingo 6pm Bingo 6pm
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Watch Facebook and Flyers
for Dinner Details
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Prices Subject to Change
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