VFW Post 1454 - Posts From The Post

September Events - Fall Fun Ahead

9/1/2019

Many thanks to our generous Volunteers, Donors, Hole Sponsors & Participants for making our Annual Golf Tournament a HUGE success! Funds raised through this year's event will purchase ALL of the wreaths needed for our Post's 2019 Wreaths Across America participation. A good time (for a great cause) was had by all as you can see from the photos below. Thank you all for your support! Don't forget to mark your calendars for Saturday, December 14th, Wreaths Across America Day, and join us honoring our Fallen Heroes.

Fall Fun - September Events!

LAST STEAK FRY OF THE SEASON!
SUNDAY, SEPT. 15TH FROM NOON TO 4 PM
PUBLIC WELCOME!

POST & AUXILIARY MEMBERS PRIVATE EVENT
WET BURRITO NIGHT!

FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY
SEPTEMBER 27TH FROM 5 TO 7 PM
PUBLIC WELCOME!

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Jack Cross Classic Car Show

8/20/2019

We enjoyed a great turnout and a fabulous showing of classic cars at this year's Jack Cross Classic Car Show. Special thanks to Pat's Auto, Inc. for sponsoring this awesome event! Our parking lot was filled with cool, classic rides for guests to admire while the DJ played our favorite songs. Great food & friends rounded out the day. If you missed this year's show, check out our photos below. (Follow our Events and Facebook pages so you never miss out on fun events at Alma VFW Post 1454!)

See You Next Year!

August Update, News & Events

8/5/2019

Congratulations Carol Sutherland!
Winner of our 50/50 Raffle!

Our thanks to all who purchased & sold tickets for our 50/50 Raffle fundraiser. The proceeds raised through ticket sales will allow us to complete much needed "home improvement" projects for our Post that all are sure to enjoy. Thank you for supporting our VFW Post and your local Veterans!

Thank you Tim & Terry from Mt. Pleasant VFW Post 3303 for building recycling boxes for our Post. Our storage room is neat & organized and Club Manager Ellen is happy for the upgrade. Sorting returnables will be a breeze now. Thank you!

The Doctor is in!
There's always something happening at the Club. New friends to meet, something to try or something to do. Stop by often to see what's new! While you're here, don't forget to check our cork board for the latest news, events and volunteer opportunities. Have a suggestion? Join us for a monthly meeting & share you ideas. We look forward to seeing you soon!

August Events

Friday, August 16th - 6:00 to 9:00 PM
Public Welcome!

Sunday, August 18th - Noon to 4:00
Come Early - This Popular Event Sells Out!

Friday, August 23rd - 5:00 to 7:00 PM

Saturday, August 24th
Proceeds From Our Annual Golf Tournament Support Our Post's Participation In The Wreaths Across America Program!

Dart League Meetings Coming Soon!

WWII, Korean & MI Vietnam War Traveling Memorials

7/13/2019

A few of our members visited the traveling WWII, Korean & Michigan Vietnam War Memorials on display this week at the Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport in Howell, MI. The display was constructed by the non-profit organization "Freedom's Never Free." Viewings began Thursday, July 11th. This display is free and open to the public 24 hours a day through Sunday, July 14th.

For more information on American Memorials located in Michigan
and across our Nation please visit the link below.
American Memorials Directory "Journey of a Lifetime"

22 Mile Veteran's Suicide Awareness Walk Photos

6/13/2019

Waterfowlers for Warriors 22 Mile Veteran's Suicide Awareness Walk on June 8th was a huge success with many walkers turning out to participate. The walk began at Edmore VFW Post 2292 at 5:30 a.m. and ended at our Post with a meal for the walkers. We were honored to once again welcome the Spartan Sword and pleased to assist Waterfowlers for Warriors in their effort to raise awareness for this worthy cause. We hope you will consider joining in next year!

May 2019 Photo Journal

5/24/2019

1st Auxiliary Steak Fry of the Season - 80 Steaks - SOLD OUT!

Thank You Girls Scout Troop #51227
We loved the handwritten cards & Girl Scout cookies!

Gearing Up for the Highland Parade - Driving "Miss Daisy Deuce"

2019 Highland Parade - Alma, MI

Thank You Great Lakes Highlanders Caber Toss Team!

The Great Lakes Highlanders Caber Toss Team has raised donations for our Post with a caber toss challenge held during the Alma Highland Festival Games for the past 4 years. Please join us in thanks for their generous contributions ($1,500 to date!) to aid local Veterans. Thank you Great Lakes Highlanders!

Thank you
Dave & Randy Hagerman at
Country Rocks Landscape Supply!

Thank you for donating the stone needed to fix the base of the signage located at the entrance to the Veterans Memorial and Veterans Section of Riverside Cemetery, Alma, MI. It looks great! It will sure to be noticed & appreciated by many within our community. Thank you!

Special Thanks to
Goldie Kanine & Scott Shaw
For Their Dedication & Efforts Toward Our Post's Annual
Buddy Poppy Drive!

2019 Memorial Day Ceremony
Riverside Cemetery, Alma, Michigan

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Many are events open to the public!
Your interest & participation in Post events allows us to better serve our Veterans locally & nation wide.

ROUTE CHANGE FOR VETERANS 22 MILE SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK JUNE 8TH

5/16/2019

Nozzlemen MC & Motorcycle Awareness Month

5/5/2019

Our thanks to the Alma Fire District for helping us give a warm welcome the Nozzlemen MC for their annual ride-in to our Post. Alma Fire District brought in the big rig to hoist a very big flag. What an impressive sight! Thank you Alma Fire District and Nozzlemen MC for your service to the public and your continued support of local Veterans!

Established in Michigan, The Nozzlemen Motorcycle Club is a nonprofit charitable organization founded by firefighters for firefighters & other public safety professionals dedicated to promoting the safe sport of motorcycle riding. The Nozzlemen MC promotes brotherhood and participates in many charity rides each year. For more information visit www.nozzlemenmc.com

May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month is a national initiative aimed at getting motorists and motorcyclists to “Share the Road." Help make the road safe for all motorists. Review the following safety tips from The National Highway Traffic Administration.

Motorcycles are vehicles with the same rights and privileges as any vehicle on the roadway.
Allow the motorcyclist a full lane width. Although it may seem as though there is enough room in the traffic lane for an automobile and a motorcycle, remember the motorcycle needs the room to maneuver safely. Do not share the lane.
Motorcycles are small and may be difficult to see. Motorcycles have a much smaller profile than vehicles, which can make it more difficult to judge the speed and distance of an approaching motorcycle.
Always signal your intentions before changing lanes or merging with traffic. This allows the motorcyclist to anticipate traffic flow and find a safe lane position.
Remember that motorcyclists are often hidden in a vehicle’s blind spot or missed in a quick look due to their smaller size. Always make a visual check for motorcycles by checking mirrors and blind spots before entering or leaving a lane of traffic and at intersections.
Don’t be fooled by a flashing turn signal on a motorcycle – motorcycle signals usually are not self-canceling and riders sometimes forget to turn them off. Wait to be sure the motorcycle is going to turn before you proceed.
Remember that road conditions that are minor annoyances to motorists can pose major hazards to motorcyclists. Motorcyclists may change speed or adjust their position within a lane suddenly in reaction to road and traffic conditions such as potholes, gravel, wet or slippery surfaces, pavement seams, railroad crossings, and grooved pavement.
Allow more following distance, three or four seconds, following a motorcycle so the motorcyclist has enough time to maneuver or stop in an emergency. In dry conditions motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides information & free marketing materials reminding all to Share The Road With Motorcycles!

Honor Guard Attends Training Event for Veterans

4/15/2019

VFW Post 1454's Honor Guard presents the colors to kick off the training event for the Michigan Veteran Employment Services Bi-Annual Conference at Mt. Pleasant Michigan Works!

Support For Our Troops

4/14/2019

Family, Farm & Home in Alma, Michigan recently held a "Buy One/Give One" promotion to collect snacks for Active Duty Military personnel stationed overseas. VFW Post 1454's Auxiliary offered their assistance by volunteering to pack & ship the treats collected overseas. It was an awesome surprise to receive photos back from our Troops stationed in Kuwait.

Our Post & Auxiliary is dedicated to serving our Veterans, Active Duty Military & our community. There are many ways YOU can be involved! Join us for a monthly meal or one of our many events - Public Welcome! Stop by the Post to meet our Members or visit our Facebook page. Volunteer opportunities are available for Post & Auxiliary Members and non-members alike.