DON REA VFW POST 8846
1061 WITHAM RD.
MUSKEGON, MICHIGAN 49445
JUNE NEWSLETTER
COMMANDERS MESSAGE --- LARRY SULLIVAN
Hello, everyone, Welcome to June it is starting to be a great month we received word from the State that the grants we submitted for building upgrades 3 of the 4 were approved. This would be a new roof, fix the drainage in the building, and repair the foundation areas for better drainage, the new stove was not approved. Starting this month I will place a tote inside the Canteen for charitable donations for this month I would like to raise donations for Every Woman Place, let me know what other organizations we can donate to. The 4th of July next year will mark our country’s 250-year anniversary that would be a good time to show our Patriotism.
The calendar is still open for activities so please submit any request to the House Committee. A reminder we are capped to a $200.00 limit to pay for entertainment at the post. As we move forward, continue supporting the activities we have at the Post. Volunteers are our most precious commodity. The Hall and Kitchen areas are off limits to members and guests when events are not scheduled. I encourage you to lend the Post assistance when needed. Fun facts June 1 is National Donut Day, June 6 1944 was D Day, June 14 is Flag Day. We are looking for a couple of volunteers that can help with Pull Tabs on Mondays and Wednesdays. If you are interested, please contact Dave Jones at 231-206-1925. To make your voice heard attend our monthly meetings to help make the Post a better place. Thank You Thank You
JUNE EVENTS AND MEETING SCHEDULE:
BURGER NIGHT: Tuesday, June 9th, from 4:30 - 7:00 PM
AUXILIARY MEETING: Wednesday, June 10th, at 7:00 PM
PLANNING SESSION: Wednesday, June 17th at 5:30 PM
HOUSE MEETING: Wednesday, June 17th, at 6:30 PM
POST MEETING: Wednesday, June 17th, at 7:30 PM
FUTURE EVENTS - SAVE THE DATE:
INDEPENDENCE DAY: Saturday, July 4th featuring the "Pizza Fired Food Truck" open to the public.
POKER RUN: Saturday, July 18th beginning at 11:00 AM.
DETROIT TIGERS BUS TRIP: Saturday, September 12th.
BLOOD DRIVE: Monday, June 22nd, from Noon to 6:00 PM. For an appointment visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code DONREAVFW or call 1-800-733-2767.
POST BUILDING RENOVATIONS: With our successful approval of the "DMVA" Grant Application we will be undergoing some major renovations inside and outside of the Post Building. We ask for your patience while we undertake these major improvements and for your safety we ask that you stay clear of the work areas. Our goal is to successfully complete these projects in a timely and orderly manner.
KITCHEN STOVE FUNDRAISER: Unfortunately we did not receive approval from the "DMVA" grant application for a new Kitchen Stove. That being said, our Senior Vice Steve Allen has stepped up and said that he will Chair a "Fundraiser Committee" for the successful purchase of a new Kitchen Stove. We look forward to any and all suggestions to garner funds for this much needed project. Please leave your written suggestions and ideas with the daily Bartenders.
NEW POST AND AUXILIARY OFFICERS AND TRUSTEES:
Congratulations to our 2026 / 2027 Elected and Appointed Officers listed below. Please show your ultimate support to them for their dedication to the Post.
CANTEEN BRIEFS:
Fridays: $.50 off drinks if wearing 8846 Red Shirt Friday apparel.
12" Pizzas available daily for $6.00
MEMBERS AND GUESTS
You are responsible for cleaning up after yourselves and your guests when visiting the Post. Glasses, trash, spilled drinks, messes on the floor, etc. are all YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to clean up. Drink glasses should be returned to the Bar near the well station so the Bartenders can properly take care of them. Our Bartenders should not have to spend extra time at the end of their shift to clean up after members.
HALL AVAILABLE FOR RENT
Our 2520 SF hall with a capacity of 210 is available to rent for all occasions. The 418 SF Kitchen and LED Sign may also be negotiated for your event. Contact the Post at 231-744-1018 for avail able dates and more information. For scheduling and rental information please contact Dawn Bishop at 231-557-1628.
PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL
Members and guests are reminded that acts of Sexual Harassment, Racial or Sexual Discrimination, and all other conduct prejudicial to good order and discipline or conduct to be determined to be unbecoming of a member or guest will not be condoned. In general, harassment and discrimination consists of any form of verbal, non-verbal, or physical conduct that is sufficiently and / or pervasive enough to have the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment. Any reports of disrespect and/or verbal abuse from any Post, Auxiliary Member or guests will be dealt with suspension or termination of privileges.
LAST CALL
When Bartenders give "Last Call", it's "Last Call" for EVERYTHING, including drinks, Pull Tabs and Keno. Plan accordingly as you will be expected to cash out before the Bartender locks up. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS.
PLEASE HELP US REMAIN COMPLIANT
Guests are welcome at the Post, but please remember that ONLY MEMBERS OF THE POST CAN PURCHASE ALCOHOL. IF YOU ARE NOT A CARD CARRYING MEMBER OF POST 8846, YOU ARE CONSIDERED A GUEST. All guests are required to sign the "Guest Book" upon entering the Canteen. This rule is in compliance with our Liquor License and all Bartenders have been instructed on strict enforcement and will help us maintain compliance with State Regulations.
"QUOTE FOR THE MONTH"
"IF SOMEONE TRULY CARES, YOU WON'T HAVE TO BEG FOR THEIR TIME AND EFFORT".
CANTEEN HOURS
Sunday 2:00 PM-8:00 PM
Monday 2:00 PM-9:00 PM
Tuesday 2:00 PM-11:00 PM
Wednesday 2:00 PM-11:00 PM
Thursday 2:00 PM-11:00 PM
Friday 2:00 PM-12:00 AM
Saturday 2:00 PM-12:00 AM
POST OFFICERS
Lawrence Sullivan - Commander
Steve Allen- Senior Vice
Ryan Sawyer - Junior Vice
Rod Siegel - Adjutant
Rod Siegel - Quartermaster
Steve Allen - Judge Advocate
Darrell VanFossan - Chaplain
Lawrence Sullivan - Surgeon
Andrew Maycroft - Officer of the Day
Joe Kemp - Benefits Advisor
Art Helmer - Guard
POST TRUSTEES
1 Year - Andrew Maycroft, 2 Year - Chuck Sweet, 3 Year - Ernie Addicott
HOUSE COMMITTEE
Commander - Lawrence Sullivan
Quartermaster - Rod Siegel
1 Year - Steve Holm
2 Year - Nathan Denman
3 Year - Mark Altenburg
Aux. Rep. - Marty Davis
AUXILIARY OFFICERS
Auxiliary President - Dawn Bishop
Senior Vice - Dee Jay Tompkins
Junior Vice - Janell Sawyer
Treasurer - Barb Wabindato
Secretary - Dona Jarvi
Chaplain - Jan Chapman
Patriotic Instructor - Carol Tompkins
Conductress - Marietta Lalonde
Guard - Debbie Eslick
AUXILIARY TRUSTEES
1 Year - Marty Davis, 2 Year - Stacey Denman, 3 Year - Christi Kosheba
