AUGUST NEWSLETTER
COMMANDERS MESSAGE -David Jones-
Here we are now in the month of August. We have added several new members the last few months, which is very good and hopefully this will continue. Thanks to all in our efforts to recruit new members and maintain our current members we continue to maintain 100% Membership! As you can see we have several activities planned for the up coming months. If you can volunteer for any of activities please let the Post know. Again a Big Thanks to our current volunteers. We are in need of someone from either the Post or Auxiliary who would be interested in publishing the Weekly Update to please contact rodsiegel07@gmail.com.
We are still in need a New Quartermaster. This is a requirement that we have a Quartermaster to keep the Post functioning and the doors open. For anyone who is interested please contact me at 231-206-1925.
RUTHIE DAGEN FUNDRAISER:
Saturday, August 5th, from 1:00 - 5:00 PM. Live music, 50/50 Raffles, $8.00 Taco Bar. Help us support Breast Cancer Awareness.
BURGER NIGHT:
Tuesday, August 8th, from 4:30-7:00 PM.
AUXILIARY MEETING:
Wednesday, August 9th, beginning at 7:00 PM.
RIB DINNER:
The Post will be sponsoring a "Rib Dinner" on Saturday, August 12th, from 4:30-7:00 PM. Menu will include Ribs, Potato Salad and Corn on the Cob for only $12.00. The "Country Gold" band will be performing in the hall following the dinner.
HOUSE COMMITTEE MEETING:
Wednesday, August 16th at 6:30 PM.
POST MEETING: The Post will have its monthly meeting on Wednesday, August 16th, beginning at 7:30 PM.
BLOOD DRIVE
The Post will be sponsoring a "Blood Drive" on Monday, July 31st, from Noon to 5:45 PM. For an appointment visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code DONRAEVFW, or call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767).
LAST CALL
When Bartenders give "Last Call", it's "Last Call" for EVERYTHING, including drinks and gaming machines. Those playing gaming machines will need to plan accordingly as they 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. 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.
RED SHIRTS AVAILABLE TO ORDER
Tee Shirts, Polo Shirts and newly added Sweatshirts are available to order in the Canteen. You can get Tee Shirts for $20.00, Polo Shirts for $25.00 and Sweatshirts for $30.00. Wear them on Red Shirt Friday and receive a discount on your drinks.
WELCOME VETERANS BOARDS
These colorful displays feature your branch of service that would highlight your front porch. They are on display in the Canteen with a sign-up sheet available for your order for only $30.00. For further information please contact Laura Karafa at 231-329-2998.
NEWSLETTER DEADLINE
If you are looking to have a function or event published in the "Website Newsletter" an "Event Sheet" with prior approval must be submitted at least 5 days prior to the first of each month. Submit them to the Bartender on duty and they will drop them in the appropriate box in the Office.
Please put a note in your personal calendar so you don't miss the deadline. Text or Messenger messages ARE NOT acceptable.
QUOTE OF THE MONTH:
"Don't find fault, find a remedy; anybody can complain" --- Henry Ford ---
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
CANTEEN SPECIALS
Sundays $1.00 Bloody Mary's
Mondays $.50 off Draft Beers
Tuesdays $.50 off Wine
Wednesdays $.50 off Bottled Beers
Thursdays $.50 off Mixed Drinks
Fridays $.50 off Drinks if wearing 8846 Red Shirt
12" Pizzas Available Daily for $6.00
UPCOMING EVENTS (SAVE THESE DATES)
September 22 Chop Suey Dinner
October 2 Blood Drive
October 20 Pig Roast (Special Liquor License - Open to the Public)
October 21 Kids Halloween Party
October 21 Poker Run
October 28 Halloween Party (Special Liquor License - Open to the Public)
November 12 Veterans Appreciation Dinner
November 14 Auxiliary "Fall Bake Sale"
December 16 Children's Christmas Party
December 25 Christmas Day - Post Closed
POST OFFICERS
David Jones - Commander
Larry Sullivan - Senior Vice
Steve Allen - Junior Vice
Vacant - Quartermaster
Rod Siegel - Adjutant/Assist.QM
Larry Sullivan - Judge Advocate
Darrell VanFossan - Chaplain
Dennis Cobler - Surgeon
Andrew Maycroft - Officer of the Day
Jim Henry - Service Officer
Matt Bosworth - Legislative Officer
Art Helmer - Guard
TRUSTEES
1 Year - Andrew Maycroft
2 Year - Dennis Cobler
3 Year - Ernie Addicott
AUXILIARY OFFICERS
Auxiliary President - Debbie Tompkins
Senior Vice - Lynn Samuels
Junior Vice - Linda Warner
Secretary/Treasurer - Barb Wabindato
Chaplain/Patriotic Instructor - Carol Tompkins
Conductress - Marietta Lalonde
Guard - Debbie Eslick
TRUSTEES
1 Year - Kathy Smith
2 Year - Lois Klinger
3 Year - Pam Cmejrek
HOUSE COMMITTEE
1 Year - Steve Holm
2 Year - Irma Roberson
3 Year - Vacant
Auxiliary Rep: Marty Davis
