The following speech was written by Commander Brad Pieratt in the run-up to our 250th Anniversary of our Independence Day. The speech was broadcast several times a day on a local radio station during the week before July 4th. It’s a message to veterans and civilians alike, to not forget … More 250th Independence Day Message
250th Independence Day Message
Memorial Day 2026 recap
This year, our ceremonies started at East Wenatchee at Evergreen Memorial Park on 10 th Street NE at 9am with the presentation of colors, wreath laying in honor of all who served and sacrificed in service to our country, taps and a rifle volley from the Honor Guard. Additionally, East … More Memorial Day 2026 recap
Holiday party for our Army National Guard unit
Once again, our Post and Auxiliary members came together to put on a festive event for our Adopted Unit, Charlie Co., 1st Battalion, 112th Aviation Security & Support, full of fun, smiles, food, laughter, and celebration. Thanks to the hard work of over a dozen volunteers from both the Post … More Holiday party for our Army National Guard unit
Recap of Veterans Day 2025
One of the busiest holidays around our Post is Veterans Day, and for good reason! There’s a lot going on around our area to honor and recognize those of us who have put on the uniform and served our nation. Besides the many school appearances our members made around the … More Recap of Veterans Day 2025
Winter Adventures
We weren’t slowing down in December…. Adopted Unit Holiday Party Our VFW Post has officially adopted the new Army National Guard (ANG) unit recently assigned to Pangborn Airport. ANG Charlie Company 1-112th Security & Support is an aviation unit flying UH-72 Lakota helicopters in support of DEA, Border Patrol, and … More Winter Adventures
November Happenings
Being the “month for veterans” there was quite a bit we were involved in this past November… Here’s just a few tidbits… Military/Veterans Night with the Wenatchee Wild November 8th was the Annual Veterans and Military Appreciation Night with the Wenatchee Wild at the Town Toyota Center (TTC). The team … More November Happenings
Patriot Day – Sept 11
On 18 Dec 2001, a joint resolution (Public Law 107-89) was approved by Congress designating September 11 of each year as “Patriot Day“, a day of remembrance to honor those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of 11 Sept 2001, and those who’ve lost lives since then to … More Patriot Day – Sept 11
Memorial, Armed Forces, and Veterans Days – Understanding the Difference
Armed Forces Day. Memorial Day. Flag Day. Independence Day. Labor Day. Veterans Day. As Americans, we celebrate dozens of patriotic holidays throughout the year, especially during May which is Military Appreciation Month. And while many of these holidays are clear enough on their purpose and intention, a few can get … More Memorial, Armed Forces, and Veterans Days – Understanding the Difference
Updates from the Auxiliary
Our Auxiliary is constantly working on some new project and staying busy serving our veterans and our community. In the last few months, the Auxiliary has: There will be plenty more opportunities for our Auxiliary and Post members to connect and do good for our local community, veterans and their … More Updates from the Auxiliary
Decorating the Post Home for Flag Day
Being on the corner of 2 busy neighborhood streets in East Wenatchee, Post member Steve and wife (Auxiliary member) Dee Johnson took it upon themselves to decorate the property around our Post Home for Flag Day.
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