Among the many small improvements we’ve made at our Post Home during this forced closure is our new Flag Depository box out front. We often hear community members lamenting that they don’t know where to take their old, faded, tattered, worn-out US flags for a proper disposal. We’ve always been … More Collecting US flags for Proper Disposal
Collecting US flags for Proper Disposal
Riverway Recognized for Patriotism
Riverway Contractors put on a display of US Flags utilizing some of their equipment on a highly visible hillside near Hwy 28 for the Independence Day weekend. It certainly inspired some patriotic feelings in members of our community. Because of that, we felt it appropriate to recognize them for it. … More Riverway Recognized for Patriotism
Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy themes announced
“Dedicated to encouraging a better understanding and appreciation of America, the VFW’s Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen essay competitions help foster patriotism among today’s youth. The programs also promote friendly competition and reward success with more than $3 million in scholarships.” [source: VFW.org News Release] The Voice of Democracy … More Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy themes announced
Quilts of Valor at the Summer Picnic
Each summer we host an annual picnic for our post/auxiliary and their family members, with a BBQ, family games, swimming, and more. This year, we joined forces with American Legion Post 10 Wenatchee and hosted a huge Veterans picnic slightly earlier in the year than our usual. It was a … More Quilts of Valor at the Summer Picnic
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is a commemorative holiday in the United States which recognizes the sacrifices that veterans and their families made during the Vietnam War. It is also a day to give proper recognition to the men and women who returned home from that war and didn’t receive … More National Vietnam War Veterans Day
The True Meaning of HONOR~
#VFWPostPride The following letter was written by Pastor Josh McPherson after carrying a Fallen Heroes Banner today during the Washington State Apple Blossom Festival Parade. It epitomizes and validates the efforts of the Washington State Fallen Heroes Project. This needs to be shared…. To Sgt. Jason Cole. You didn’t know … More The True Meaning of HONOR~
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