VFW Post 8867 members and guests attended the New Member Initiation Ceremony February 23rd followed by the Post's 65th Birthday Celebration. Members stating the Obligation and receiving the Cross of Malta were: John Kirwan, Joe Lamb, Louis MacDonald, Robert Michalki and Charles … [Read more...]
Thanks to all who participated in VFW Post 8867 Flag Day Ceremonies and disposal of more than 20,000 flags. Special thanks to organizer John Pearson, who was up at 5 AM preparing the 12 barrels to retire flags by incineration. Public Law94-344 para. 42 states: "When the Flag … [Read more...]
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS MEMORIAL DAY - May 25, 2015 In May 1868 Commander-in-Chief John Logan issued General Order no. 11 which states in part “The 30th day of May 1868 is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died … [Read more...]
V-E Day, Dinner, Blessing 0f the Bikes
1.) Friday May 8, 2015 @ 5:45 PM, we will commemorate the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe. May 8, 1945 V-E Day is celebrated in America and Britain. 2.) Friday May 8. 2015 @ 6 PM Dinner (WWII Vets free) Menu: Garden Salad, Pulled Pork on Brioche Roll, Freedom Fries, Dessert … [Read more...]
Installation of Post 8867 Officers
Election and appointment of Officers for fiscal year 2015–2016 were finalized in April. Officers elected are: Commander, Steve Grinnell; Sr. Vice Cmdr., Ken Eith; Jr. Vice Cmdr., John Kirwin; Quartermaster, Joe Lamb; Chaplain, Charles Richardson; 3 Year Trustee, Jack Russell. … [Read more...]
Friday Night Dinner, Post Elections, County Connection
1,) Friday Night Dinner April 3, 2015 @ 6 PM Choice of Menu: Seafood Alfredo / Linguine w/Crab Cake or Chicken Alfredo / Linguine w/Crab Cake Salad Dessert and Coffee Only $12.00 Entertainment by C&R Karaoke 2.) Post Nominations and Elections Monday … [Read more...]
Service Officer Michalski
VFW Post 8867 Service Officer Bob Michalski is eager to assist Veterans and families in processing claims and benefits for Veterans. Bob attended a Service Officer Seminar in October 2014 from VFW Dept. of NJ Officer Training Institute in Sea Girt. He then received five … [Read more...]
GI Go Fund Helps Veterans
The GI Go Fund is a non-profit charitable organization that provides assistance to all military veterans, with a focus on veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. GI Go helps veterans find employment, access housing, and secure educational and health benefits. Gift cards were … [Read more...]
GI Go Fund Helps Veterans
The GI Go Fund is a non-profit charitable organization that provides assistance to all military veterans, with a focus on veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. GI Go helps veterans find employment, access housing, and secure educational and health benefits. Gift cards were … [Read more...]
Operation Joint Endeavor New Year’s Eve Party
Commanders Russell and Amundson welcome home Travis Ruggiero, who returned from a tour in Afghanistan only two weeks earlier. The New Year's Eve Party was a great success and was sold out prior to the evening. Thank you to the joint American Legion and VFW committee for … [Read more...]
Commander Update and Holiday Greetings
Holiday Greetings Comrades, Post 8867 Members, Ladies and Men’s Auxiliaries have been busy since our last publication of the Newsletter. Our main work continues to be Veterans helping worthy Veterans. The annual Labor Day picnic was well attended with family activities for … [Read more...]
