Posts From The Post - VFW Post 1454

Memorial Day Ceremony 2021

5/31/2021

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

A Place Setting For One,
A Table For All.
POW / MIA

Alma Elks Lodge #1400 Field of Honor

5/5/2021

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.

Nozzlemen MC Annual Ride-In to VFW 1454

5/2/2021

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.

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

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.

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.

Spring Events

4/14/2021

Spring 2021 Events

3/12/2021

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Friday Night Fish Fry is Back!

2/17/2021

Post Closed

11/16/2020

VFW Post 1454 Corn Hole Competition

9/13/2020

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!

JARED & DEVIN

ALESHA & AUSTIN

DARREN & TRENT

MORE SEPTEMBER EVENTS!

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Annual Benefit Golf Scramble 2020

8/31/2020

A big thank you to all that participated in the annual golf outing. This year, your generosity and participation brought in enough funds to purchase ALL of the wreaths for our 2020 Wreaths Across America project! Thanks to all of the volunteers that helped along the way. Thank you to the individuals that donated a portion of their winnings. Thank you Jim Ware for the Bazooka Cannon and thanks to the Dave Holton team, Chris Betts Team, Pete Gross, Pat Brennan and Mike Brennan. We hope to see you all next year.

VFW Post 1454's
Annual Benefit Golf Tournament 2020

More Great Events Coming Your Way!

$10 Per Person Entry Fee

Auxiliary Steak Fry
Sunday, September 20th
Noon to 4 pm
Outdoor Dining & Carry Out Available.
$14
Hurry in, this event sells out!

Please observe COVID-19 best practices including face masks & 6' social distancing.

Stop In & Check Out Ellen's Tiki Lounge!

Jack Cross Memorial Car Show 2020

8/23/2020

Friday night, August 21st, 2020 the Jack Cross Memorial Classic Car Show made its 2nd annual appearance at Alma VFW Post 1454. Sponsored by Pat's Auto, Inc. from St. Louis, MI, this event drew in classic car collectors & enthusiasts alike. This year's event was well attended & our guests had a wonderful time enjoying live music, great food and a parking lot full of cool classic rides.

VFW Post 1454 Members & Auxiliary would like to thank Pat's Auto, Inc. for another spectacular Jack Cross Memorial Classic Car Show event. We would like to extend a very special thank you to Pat Brennan, Mike Brennan and Dan Smith for their generous donation of $1,100.00 to our Post! And, thanks to every single one of our 50/50 raffle winners for donating their winnings back to our Post! WOW!!

Our fundraising events have been limited this summer but our work continues thanks to the support & generosity of our Members, Auxiliary, our community, friends & loyal supporters. Here's a quick look at a few projects & improvements that have been accomplished this summer. Click HERE to read the news article & watch the video on our new roof.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR
MORE EVENTS COMING YOUR WAY!

Auxiliary Steak Fry
Sunday, September 20th
Noon to 4 pm

(Hurry in - this event sells out!)

Outdoor Dining & Carry-Out
Available!

Please observe COVID-19 best safety practices including face masks and 6' social distancing.

Once again, we'd like to extend our thanks to Pat's Auto, Inc. for sponsoring the 2nd Annual Jack Cross Memorial Car Show at VFW Post 1454 and to all who volunteered their time, efforts & talents to ensure a great experience for all of our guests. Thank you to all who turned out in support of our Post to enjoy this special event. Thank you all! We're already looking forward to next year's event!

UNTIL NEXT YEAR....