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A Summer of Fun at VFW Post 1454

9/29/2021

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It was a busy summer at VFW Post 1454 with many activities for our Members, Auxiliary and community to enjoy. Here's a look back at a few of the highlights.
Community Projects & Veteran's Assistance
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Watch Our Display Board for Upcoming Blood Drive Dates!
VFW Post 1454 Summer Corn Hole League
Auxiliary 1454 Monthly Sunday Steak Fry
Jack Cross Memorial Car Show
A 2nd Visit From The Nozzlemen MC
Annual Benefit Golf Scramble
Goodbye Summer - Hello Fall Fun!
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Veterans 4 USA Food Distribution
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Fall Dart Leagues In Session!
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Monthly Fish Fry - 4th Friday
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Stay Tuned!
There's More Fall Fun Coming Soon!
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VFW Post 1454 Salutes Goldie Kanine

6/7/2021

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Alma VFW Post 1454 salutes Auxiliary Member Goldie Kanine for her outstanding poppy distribution record and her unwavering support of our Post & our nation's Veterans!
Goldie is a Charter Auxiliary Member of Leslie C. McLean Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1454, the eldest VFW Post in Gratiot County, MI. At 93 years young, Goldie is the eldest Auxiliary Member of our Post. To call her an active member is an understatement though. Goldie has been our Post's reigning "Poppy Drive Champion" for more consecutive years than we can count. This year was no exception. Goldie dedicated 23 hours of volunteer time to our poppy drive efforts, singlehandedly raising $740.00 in donations!

Goldie is a valuable and much loved member of our Auxiliary & our Post. Goldie is the widow of U.S. Army WWII Veteran, Ronald E. Kanine (1923-2014). Ronald received 3 Purple Hearts during his time of service. He married Goldie on April 26, 1946. The Kanines lost their son Jack E. Kanine, Vietnam Veteran, SP 4 U.S. Army, (1949-1981) age 31 as a result of Agent Orange. Although the Kanine family has sacrificed much for our nation and our freedoms, Goldie continues her mission of dedicated service to our nation, our Veterans, our Post and our community.

​Please join us in salute to Goldie Kanine for her dedication and support to all. We appreciate all of your efforts Goldie, and we applaud your outstanding poppy drive proceeds!
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Thank you Goldie Kanine!
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Here's Goldie front & center at this year's Memorial Day Ceremony.
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And here's Goldie & her poppy drive proceeds from 2017.
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Memorial Day Ceremony 2021

5/31/2021

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Leslie C. McLean Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW Post 1454's Memorial Day Ceremony took place on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31st, 2021. It was a beautiful day with many turning out to honor our nation's Fallen Heroes. Guests at the Memorial Day Ceremony were also invited to join our Post & Auxiliary Members for coffee, doughnuts and fellowship at the Post following the ceremony. Our thanks to all who attended. 

Memorial Day Ceremony 2021

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A Place Setting For One,
A Table For All.

POW / MIA
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Alma Elks Lodge #1400 Field of Honor

5/5/2021

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On May 2, 2021, VFW Post 1454 was honored to participate once again in the dedication of the Michigan Elks Field of Honor at Alma Elks Lodge #1400. The special honorees this year were our Nation's first responders, EMS, doctors, nurses, dispatchers, firefighters & police force. The Field of Honor Ceremony also honors all branches of our Military, Veterans and POW/MIA.
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Nozzlemen MC Annual Ride-In to VFW 1454

5/2/2021

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Each year, VFW Post 1454 welcomes the Nozzlemen MC for their Annual Up Day Ride-In & this year was no exception. It was a beautiful day for a ride and the Nozzlemen turned out in full force with over 100 riders!

Our thanks to Club Manager Ellen, Jamie, Diana, Jeanne, Sue, Joe, Nikki, Terry and Steve for all they do to provide a warm welcome to our very special guests.
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And a HUGE Thank You To Alma Fire District
For joining us each year to raise our Nation's Flag
to welcome to the Nozzlemen MC!

Alma Fire District
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WELCOME NOZZLEMEN MC!
​Established in Michigan, The Nozzlemen Motorcycle Club is a nonprofit charitable organization founded by firefighters for firefighters and other public safety professionals dedicated to promoting the safe sport of motorcycle riding. Nozzlemen MC promotes brotherhood and participates in many charity ride events each year.
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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. ​
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Spring Events

4/14/2021

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Spring 2021 Events

3/12/2021

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Click HERE to Download Pastie Order Form
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Friday Night Fish Fry is Back!

2/17/2021

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Post Closed

11/16/2020

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VFW Post 1454 Corn Hole Competition

9/13/2020

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Our Post's 1st Annual Corn Hole Competition was a success with many turning out to enjoy the games. Congratulations to our 1st Place Winners Jared & Devin, 2nd Place Winners Alesha & Austin and 3rd Place Winners Darren & Trent. Our thanks to all of our players and those who turned out to cheer them on. Special thanks to our wonderful group of volunteers who make these events possible and to our Club Manager Ellen for always being the best sport of all!
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JARED & DEVIN
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ALESHA & AUSTIN
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DARREN & TRENT

MORE SEPTEMBER EVENTS!

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Leslie C. McLean Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1454

1302 Wright Avenue
​Alma, Michigan 48801


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989-466-5454

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