tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67815491120156048302024-02-07T19:35:03.568-05:00At Ease with Larece GalerLarece Galer brings you the latest military news. To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.comBlogger200125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-73820643976877495162015-10-21T14:30:00.000-04:002015-10-21T14:30:37.401-04:00Madison Posts install new flag pole at Hamblin Field<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
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School's Dick Hamblin Field. The field is named after Dick Hamblin who was killed
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-11813780296980025572015-10-21T13:52:00.000-04:002015-10-21T13:52:51.442-04:00MCRD Parris Island celebrates 100 years of making MarinesParris Island is a beautiful spot in the low country of South Carolina. The island itself is described in this month’s “Leatherneck” magazine as being 4 miles long and 3 miles wide. The 8,000 acres includes only 3,200 acres of dry land.<br />
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot this year is celebrating 100 years of making Marines, with the officially recognized date being Nov. 1. It was on that date when the Navy turned over the land and buildings to the Marine Corps in 1915.<br />
I was lucky enough to have a tour of the island several years ago with my husband. The tour started out at the train station in Yemassee. The recruits arrived by train until 1965, according to the magazine article. When we stopped in Yemassee, the train station was still there, but evidently looked a lot smaller to the Marine I was with.<br />
The causeway to the island was a much more relaxed drive than the one he took on a bus with other recruits. The land approach to the island was not installed until 1929. Before that, the only approach was by a shuttle boat.<br />
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. is the oldest major base in the Marine Corps and is the only place where women are trained to be Marines. The women arrived aboard the island in November 1943.<br />
I was fortunate to have been able to see the museum on the island, the parade grounds and various statues that grace the island camp.<br />
Leatherneck’s article, “Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Celebrates ‘100 Years of Making Marines’ ” highlights the recruit depot, and explains the history of the island and the evolution of the training grounds that make Marines. So this year, Marines will celebrate the Marine Corps Birthday and the birth of MCRD Parris Island in November.<br />
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<b>Stocking for Soldiers continues through Nov. 2</b><br />
The Stockings for Soldiers and Shelters Program will continue through Nov. 2. The staff at DeJohn Funeral Homes and Crematory supplies the red and white stockings free of charge at two of their four locations between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.<br />
Pick up a stocking or two at the Willoughby Hills or South Euclid locations. A list of suggested stuffers will be included with the stockings. The filled stockings need to be returned no later than Nov. 6.<br />
DeJohn works with organizations that will send the stockings to troops overseas or to organizations locally that provide care for those who cannot care for themselves. For more information, call 440-516-5555 or visit www.dejohnfuneral.com/news-events/.<br />
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<b>Fairport post offer perch fry</b><br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7754, 540 New St. in Fairport Harbor, will host a perch fry on Oct. 23 at the post home. Lunch will be served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and dinner is served 4 to 7 p.m. The dinner is open to the public. For information call 440-352-1123.<br />
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<b>Geauga County council hosts pancake breakfast </b><br />
American Legion Geauga County Council will host a pancake breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 25 at Burton American Legion Post 459, 14052 Goodwin Ave. in Burton. All proceeds will benefit<br />
Geauga County Veterans in need.<br />
An adult breakfast will be $ 10 and children’s portions for those ages 6 through 12 will be $5. For details, call 440-635-6390 or 440-313-2095.<br />
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<b>Painesville Legion offers breakfast</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a breakfast buffet from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 1 at the post home.<br />
Breakfast is $6 and includes eggs, home fries, bacon sausage, pancakes, biscuits, sausage gravy and coffee. For details call the post home at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Legion auxiliary unit collects for Thanksgiving baskets</b><br />
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 214, 4304 Center St. in Mentor, will be collecting nonperishable food items for local families in need.<br />
The Thanksgiving basket donations will be delivered Nov. 21 just in time for the holiday. Food and cash donations are needed. Food donations can be placed in the large barrel at the post and cash donations can be given to an auxiliary officer or a bartender on duty. For details, call the post at 440-942-7762.<br />
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<b>Tailgate party at Painesville Post 336</b><br />
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 336 will host a Browns/Steelers tailgate party at the post pavilion, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 15. Admission is $10 and includes food, draft beer, pop and a chance to win the $1,000 grand prize.<br />
Limited tickets are available. Proceeds will benefit the Auxiliary Adopt-A-Family program.<br />
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<b>Turkey raffle at Mentor VFW Post 9295</b><br />
VFW Post 9295 Auxiliary’s annual turkey raffle will be 2 p.m. Nov. 16 at the post home, 8282 Mentor Ave. in Mentor. Those who plan to attend should call the post at 440-255-3493.<br />
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<b>Learn to paint at Gunny’s Hall</b><br />
Christmas Gnomes at the Hall, join Rachel with Artists Uncork’d and uncork your creativity at 3 p.m. Dec. 5 at Marine Corps League Gunny’s Hall, 8720 Twinbrook Road in Mentor. Learn step-by-step instruction on how to paint your own painting. Beginners are welcome.<br />
Cost is $25 per person and all supplies are included. Sign up on line at www.artistsuncorkd.com. Payment in cash or check is due the day of the event. Please bring a food dish to share.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column, send them to Larece Galer, The News-Herald, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-26941592872992481442015-10-20T08:59:00.001-04:002015-10-20T08:59:52.215-04:00Social media brings back warm memoriesI’m not a huge fan of all the electronic gizmos that seem to be taking over our society.<br />
I am talking about the phones that take photos and connect to the Internet, the computers that offer face time with relatives thousands of miles away and the ever-present social media.<br />
I have to admit the phones could be handy for several reasons that I will not get into now. The contact with relatives and loved ones far away has to be a blessing to those who are deployed.<br />
I will even admit that social media can be entertaining.<br />
I recently opened up my social media account to find an entry from my younger brother that made me smile.<br />
It was video footage of a Corsair, my favorite airplane. The simple act of putting on ear buds and turning up the volume to hear the roar of that engine brought a smile to my face.<br />
I have to say that being in the seat and flying at almost 400 mph is the best, but when the weather is turning cold and gray, the video brought back memories of a hot summer day with blue skies and the roar of that engine.<br />
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<b>Willoughby hosts fish fry</b><br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1500, 38295 Pelton Road in Willoughby, will host a perch dinner 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 16 at the post home.<br />
The all-you-can-eat beer battered fried pollock is $10 and a full menu is always available.<br />
There also will be homemade desserts. For details or questions, call 440-951-9233.<br />
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<b>Cabbage and noodles</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville ,will host a cabbage, noodles and kielbasa dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 16, at the post home. For details, call 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Legion hosts card party</b><br />
The Auxiliary of American Legion Post 7, 29919 Euclid Ave. in Wickliffe, will host a card party at 6 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Legion Hall. There will be 25 various salads, finger sandwiches, desserts and beverages.<br />
Theme baskets will be available as well as a 50/50 raffle and door prizes.<br />
Tickets are $10 per person. For tickets or further details, call 440-585-0449.<br />
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<b>Fall craft show</b><br />
Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 8548 Madison will host its fall craft show at Stratton Place, 33 E. Main St. in Madison, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 17. For details, call the post at 440-428-3050.<br />
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<b>Free concert</b><br />
Celebrate Freedom Concert will be 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 North Cheshire St. in Burton. The concert will feature Todd Allen Herendeen, who will perform his signature song “My Name is America.”<br />
All ages are invited and are asked to bring a lawn chair. Admission is free, but a freewill offering will be collected.<br />
For details, call Linda O’Brien at 440-725-2064.<br />
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<b>Auxiliary hosts breakfast</b><br />
The Men’s Auxiliary of VFW Post 8548, 7604 Lake Road E. in Madison, will host a sausage gravy and biscuit breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon, Oct. 18, at the post home.<br />
Breakfast will be $5 per person. For details call the post home at 440-428-3050.<br />
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<b>Chardon VFW clambake</b><br />
Chardon VFW Post 6519, 752 Water St. in Chardon, will host its annual clambake from 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at the post home.<br />
Tickets are $25 per person and $10 for extra clams. Tickets will be sold in advance only until Oct. 18. For information or tickets, call 440-285-3699.<br />
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<b>Breakfast benefits veterans in need</b><br />
American Legion Geauga County Council will host an early bird breakfast benefit for Geauga County veterans in need. The breakfast will be held at Burton American Legion Post 459, 14052 Goodwin Ave. in Burton, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 25.<br />
Tickets will be $10 for an adult breakfast; $5 for children ages 6 through 12; and those younger than age 5 will be served free. Proceeds will benefit those in need who defended our freedom. For details, call 440-635-6390 or 440-313-2095.<br />
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<b>Veterans Day celebration </b><br />
Celebrate Veterans Day at Historic Kirtland Visitors Center, 7800 Kirtland Chardon Road in Kirtland.<br />
There will be two programs: one at 2 p.m. and another at 7 p.m. Nov. 7.<br />
The programs will consist of a musical tribute with the spoken word for all who have or who are now serving in every branch of the armed forces of the United States.<br />
Refreshments will follow each program. There will be free parking and admission for both programs. For more information, call 440-356-9805.<br />
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<b>Setlock homecoming </b><br />
A homecoming is being planned for Martha Setlock, newly elected Department of Ohio American Legion Auxiliary president for 2015-2016.<br />
The event will be Nov. 7, at the Croatian Hall, 34900 Lake Shore Blvd. in Eastlake.<br />
Tickets are $35 per person. To order tickets, send checks to Gina Mastronicola, 183 East Overlook Drive, Eastlake, OH 44095. Deadline for reservations is Oct. 23.<br />
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<b>Veterans Career Expo</b><br />
Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland will host a Veterans Career Expo from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 9. Registration in advance for veterans and veterans’ spouses is encouraged.<br />
All pre-registered vets will receive a list of all companies in attendance along with job summaries and open positions prior to the expo.<br />
For more information or registration, call Josh Collins at 216-898-6102 or joshua.collins@jfs.ohio.gov.<br />
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<b>Gunny’s Hall breakfast</b><br />
Gunny’s Hall Sunday breakfast will be served 9 a.m. to noon each Sunday until Memorial Day.<br />
Breakfast is an all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast with special orders available. For details call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column, send them to Larece Galer, The News-Herald, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com</i>News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-57194814699417063422015-10-08T12:16:00.004-04:002015-10-08T12:16:56.524-04:00Fall fun has begun leading up to Veterans DayMy idea of fall already has begun.<br />
The perch dinners are being served, the Sunday morning breakfasts are scheduled and I am beginning to see announcements about Veterans Day events. Each home post will honor Veterans Day in a different way.<br />
If the post event will be open to the public, forward the information to me so we can let everyone know what is happening on Nov. 11.<br />
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<b>Perch dinners at Fairport post</b><br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7754, 540 New St. in Fairport Harbor, will serve perch dinners on the second and fourth Fridays of the month. Lunch is served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and dinner is served 4 to 7 p.m. The public is welcome. For details, call 440-352-1123.<br />
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<b>Chicken paprikash in Euclid</b><br />
The Auxiliary of Euclid VFW Post 1056, 580 E. 200th St. in Euclid, will serve a chicken paprikash dinner from 2 to 6 p.m. Oct. 11 at the post.<br />
For details, call the post at 216-481-3442 or 216-469-6506.<br />
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<b>Vendor fair in Willoughby </b><br />
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby, will host a vendor fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 10 at the post. For details or questions, call the post at 440-942-7762. Proceeds will benefit auxiliary-sanctioned programs.<br />
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<b>Legion post marks POW/MIA recognition day</b><br />
American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby, will host an observance of National POW/MIA Recognition Day at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13 at the post. For details, call the post at 440-942-7762.<br />
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<b>Pop balloons for prizes</b><br />
A Balloon Night will be hosted Oct. 16 at American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby.<br />
Steak or shrimp dinners are available from 5 to 7:30 p.m. for $12. Call the post after 3 p.m. at 440-942-7762 if you plan to order a dinner. At 7:30 p.m., buy a drink and get a balloon, pop the balloon and win a prize.<br />
The evening also will feature a DJ between 7:30 and 11 p.m.<br />
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<b>Fall craft show</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 8548 will host its fall craft show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 17 at Stratton Place, 33 E. Main St. in Madison Village.<br />
Crafts, a bake sale and door prizes will be a part of the event. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.<br />
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<b>Men’s auxiliary hosts breakfast</b><br />
The Men’s Auxiliary of VFW Post 8548, 7604 Lake Road E. in Madison, will host a sausage gravy and biscuit breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 18 at the post home. Breakfast is $5.<br />
For details, call the post home at 440-428-3050.<br />
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<b>Concert celebrates freedom </b><br />
The Celebrate Freedom Concert, honoring God, America, Veterans and First Responders, will be 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 North Cheshire St. in Burton.<br />
Admission is free, but a love offering will be collected. The event will feature Todd Allen Herendeen, who will perform his signature song, “My Name is America,” along with other gospel and patriotic favorites. For details, call Linda O’Brien at 440-725-2064.<br />
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<b>Chardon VFW hosts clambake</b><br />
Chardon VFW Post 6519, 752 Water St. in Chardon, will host the annual clambake from to 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at the post home. The bake is $25 per person and extra clams will be $10 extra. Tickets will be sold until Oct. 18. For tickets or information, call 440-285-3699.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Veterans raffle</b><br />
Catholic War Veterans John Paul II Post 1959 is selling tickets for its reverse raffle on Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center, 33150 Lakeland Blvd. in Eastlake.<br />
Tickets are $65 for main board and $35 for an extra dinner ticket. There will be only 175 tickets sold. There will also be a supper raffle for $5,000.<br />
A Chinese auction and DJ also will be part of the evening. An open bar will be available.<br />
For more information and tickets, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Willoughby post plans casino trip</b><br />
Willoughby American Legion Post 214 will host a casino bus trip on Oct. 25 to The Rivers in Pittsburgh.<br />
The bus will leave the post parking lot promptly at 8 a.m. and will leave the casino at 6 p.m.<br />
Tickets are $35 per person with $15 slot play. Sign up now. Payment is requested before Oct. 9.<br />
Checks will be held until at least 40 have signed up; there will be 56 seats available. Make check payable to AL Post 214 and forward to Martha Setlock. For details, call 440-951-2227.<br />
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<b>Homecoming celebration</b><br />
A homecoming celebration is planned for Martha Setlock, Department of Ohio, American Legion auxiliary president for 2015-2016. The event will be Nov. 7 at the Croatian Hall, Route 91 and Lake Shore Boulevard in Eastlake.<br />
Tickets are $35 per person. Send checks to Gina Mastronicola, 183 E. Overlook Drive, Eastlake, OH 44095. Reservation deadline is Oct. 23.<br />
Setlock’s special project for the year will be Volunteers of America, Homeless Veterans.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column, send them to Larece Galer, The News-Herald, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-25386285334598415432015-09-30T16:59:00.002-04:002015-09-30T16:59:30.093-04:00House would give new meaning to ‘Goodnight Chesty whereever you are’The home of my dreams is up for sale, but unfortunately it is a bit out of my price range.<br />
The three-bedroom, two-bath home is located in Saluda, Virginia, where the home values are a bit higher than they are here in Lake County. The asking price is $395,000.<br />
The home has pocket doors, beautiful highly polished wood floors, and a wonderful staircase in the center hall entry and it sits on 3.37 acres. Did I happen to mention that it was the retirement home of Lt. Gen. Lewis Burwell Puller?<br />
Puller was one of the most famous Marines and was nicknamed “Chesty” because of his proper posture and the chest full of medals earned during his career in the Marine Corps. He was awarded five Navy Crosses, and a Distinguished Service Cross.<br />
The home is the center of a nonprofit group’s efforts through a GoFundMe campaign. The group hopes to purchase the property and turn it into a place for Marines to meet and perhaps find a place to stay for a few days. Puller will still be helping “his” Marines.<br />
Puller has been described as a Marine’s Marine and even today Marines are heard saying, “Goodnight Chesty wherever you are” at the end of the day.<br />
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<b>Willoughby post hosts fish fry</b><br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1500, 38295 Pelton Road in Willoughby, hosts fish fry dinners on the first and third Friday of the month.<br />
Dinner is served 5 to 8 p.m., and the all-you-can-eat beer batter fried pollock is $10. A full menu is also available. For details, call the post at 440-951-9233.<br />
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<b>Madison VFW hosts dinner</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 8548, 7604 Lake Road E. in Madison, will host a cream turkey and biscuits dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at the post. Dinners are $5 each. For details, call the post at 440-428-3050.<br />
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<b>Fall service honors veterans</b><br />
The 13th Annual Fall Veterans Memorial Service will be 12:15 p.m. Oct. 3 in front of Mentor City Hall, 8500 Civic Center Drive in Mentor. Sgt. Major Bryan Battaglia will be the featured speaker.<br />
This event is open to the public and all are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, the service will move inside. For questions or more information, call Joe Lucarelli at 216-235-9011 or Jon Warmeling at 440-350-2570.<br />
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<b>Ninth District Homecoming </b><br />
American Legion Ninth District will host a homecoming for Commander Kevin Carroll at 6 p.m. Oct. 10 at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick. The homecoming will be “Margaritaville Style” with barbecue, drinks and music.<br />
Tickets are $20 per person and are sold in advance. For tickets, call Commander Kevin Carroll at 440-567-1847 or Kim Carroll at 440-567-9751.<br />
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<b>World War II vets to be guests</b><br />
VFW Post 4358, 29412 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a celebration and recognition of World War II veterans from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 14 at the post home. Reservations must be in by Oct. 7.<br />
This is an invitation to any WWII veterans and is free for those veterans and their spouse or caregiver. Tickets for additional guests will be sold only if space is available.<br />
This is the post’s way of saying thank you and to let those veterans know they are not forgotten.<br />
To make a reservation, call the post at 440-944-1642 and ask for event chairman Ron Tipton. If he is not available, he will promptly return calls.<br />
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<b>Pop balloons for prizes</b><br />
A Balloon Night will be hosted Oct. 16 at American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center Street in Willoughby.<br />
Steak or shrimp dinners are available from 5 to 7:30 p.m. for $12. Call the post after 3 p.m. at 440-942-7762 if you plan to order a dinner. At 7:30 p.m., buy a drink and get a balloon, pop the balloon and win a prize. The evening will also feature a DJ between 7:30 and 11 p.m.<br />
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<b>Fall craft show</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 8548 will host its fall craft show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 17 at Stratton Place, 33 E. Main St. in Madison Village.<br />
Crafts, a bake sale and door prizes will be a part of the event. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.<br />
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<b>Men’s Auxiliary hosts breakfast</b><br />
The Men’s Auxiliary of VFW Post 8548, 7604 Lake Road E., Madison will host a sausage gravy and biscuit breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 18 at the post home. Breakfast is $5.<br />
For details, call the post home at 440-428-3050.<br />
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<b>Concert celebrates Freedom </b><br />
Celebrate Freedom Concert, honoring God, America, Veterans and First Responders, will be 4 to 6 p.m., Oct. 18 at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 North Cheshire St. in Burton.<br />
Admission is free, but a love offering will be collected. The event will feature Todd Allen Herendeen, who will perform his signature song, “My Name is America,” along with other gospel and patriotic favorites. For details, call Linda O’Brien at 440-725-2064.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Veterans Reverse Raffle</b><br />
Catholic War Veterans John Paul II Post 1959 is selling tickets for its reverse raffle on Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center, 33150 Lakeland Blvd. in Eastlake.<br />
Tickets are $65 for main board and $35 for an extra dinner ticket. There will be only 175 tickets sold. There will also be a supper raffle for $5,000. A Chinese auction and DJ also will be part of the evening. An open bar will be available.<br />
For more information and tickets, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Willoughby post plans casino trip</b><br />
Willoughby American Legion Post 214 will host a casino bus trip on Oct. 25 to The Rivers in Pittsburgh.<br />
The bus will leave the post parking lot promptly at 8 a.m. and will leave the casino at 6 p.m.<br />
Tickets are $35 per person with $15 slot play. Sign up now. Payment is requested before Oct. 9.<br />
Checks will be held until at least 40 have signed up; there will be 56 seats available. Make check payable to AL Post 214 and forward to Martha Setlock. For details, call 440-951-2227.<br />
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<b>Homecoming celebration planned</b><br />
A homecoming celebration is planned for Martha Setlock, Department of Ohio, American Legion auxiliary president for 2015-2016.<br />
The event will be Nov. 7 at the Croatian Hall, Route 91 and Lake Shore Boulevard in Eastlake. Tickets are $35 per person. Send checks to Gina Mastronicola, 183 East Overlook Drive, Eastlake, OH 44095. Reservation deadline is Oct. 23.<br />
Setlock’s special project for the year will be Volunteers of America, Homeless Veterans.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column, send them to Larece Galer, The News-Herald, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-89472446709538192662015-09-29T09:17:00.000-04:002015-09-29T09:17:01.928-04:00Dinner for WWII veterans intended to say thank youWorld War II veterans are passing away at an alarming rate. Now in their later 80s to mid-90s, the men and women are the last of the “Greatest Generation.”<br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4358 is hosting a celebration of and for these men and women at the post home, 29412 White Road in Willoughby Hills.<br />
The dinner, slated for Oct. 14 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., is free for those who are veterans of World War II and for their spouse or caregiver. Reservations are requested by Oct. 7. If you are a veteran of World War II, you are invited to this special thank-you dinner.<br />
To make a reservation, call Ron Tipton at 440-944-1642, if he is not available, he will return your call promptly.<br />
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<b>Fish fry dinners return to Fairport Post 7754</b><br />
VFW Post 7754, 540 New St. in Fairport Harbor, will again be serving fish fry dinners on the second and fourth Fridays of the month. Lunch will be served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and dinner will be 4 to 7 p.m.<br />
For details, call 440-352-1123.<br />
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<b>Willoughby post plans casino trip</b><br />
Willoughby American Legion Post 214 will host a casino bus trip on Oct. 25 to The Rivers in Pittsburgh.<br />
The bus will leave the post parking lot promptly at 8 a.m. and will leave the casino at 6 p.m.<br />
Tickets are $35 per person with $15 slot play. Sign up now. Payment is requested before Oct. 9.<br />
Checks will be held until at least 40 have signed up; there will be 56 seats available. Make check payable to AL Post 214 and forward to Martha Setlock. For details, call 440-951-2227.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Veterans Reverse Raffle</b><br />
Catholic War Veterans John Paul II Post 1959 is selling tickets for the Reverse Raffle on Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center, 33150 Lakeland Blvd. in Eastlake.<br />
Tickets are $65 for main board and $35 for an extra dinner ticket. There will be only 175 tickets sold. There will also be a Supper Raffle for $5,000. A Chinese auction and DJ also will be part of the evening. An open bar will be available.<br />
For more information and tickets, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion hosts</b><br />
<b>pig roast</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663 and its Auxiliary Unit will host the sixth annual pig roast from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 26 in the Hunter Pavilion behind the post at 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township.<br />
Tickets are $15 at the door or $12 in advance. Call 440-635-6390 or 440-834-1159 for tickets or more information.<br />
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<b>Fall service honors</b><br />
<b>veterans</b><br />
The 13th Annual Fall Veterans Memorial Service will be 12:15 p.m. Oct. 3 in front of Mentor City Hall, 8500 Civic Center Drive in Mentor. Sgt. Major Bryan Battaglia will be the featured speaker.<br />
This event is open to the public and all are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, the service will move inside. For questions or more information, call Joe Lucarelli at 216-235-9011 or Jon Warmeling at 440-350-2570.<br />
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VFW Post 2595 Men’s Auxiliary hosts’ dinner<br />
The VFW Post 2595 Men’s Auxiliary will host a Roman style burgers and fries dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 26 at the post home, 570 Liberty St. in Painesville. Dinners will be $8 per person and is open to the public.<br />
For more information, call 440-254-9090.<br />
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<b>Breakfast helps homeless </b><br />
The Auxiliary of American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast with eggs and sausage from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Sept. 27 at the post.<br />
Proceeds will benefit Department of Ohio President Martha Setlock’s special project for homeless veterans. Subzero Mission will be on site to collect new or gently used winter coats, winter gloves and sleeping bags.<br />
For details, call the post at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Ninth District Homecoming </b><br />
American Legion Ninth District will host a homecoming for Commander Kevin Carroll at 6 p.m. Oct. 10 at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick. The homecoming will be “Margaritaville Style” with barbecue, drinks and music.<br />
Tickets are $20 per person and are sold in advance. For tickets, call Commander Kevin Carroll at 440-567-1847 or Kim Carroll at 440-567-9751.<br />
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<b>Gunny’s Hall annual</b><br />
<b>clambake</b><br />
The annual clambake at Gunny’s Hall, 8720 Twinbrook Road in Mentor, will be 4 p.m. Oct. 10. The bake is $22 per person and extra clams are $7 per dozen. Only 80 bakes will be offered, so tickets are limited.<br />
To purchase tickets, stop in at Gunny’s Hall. For more information, call 440-974-9380.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column, send them to Larece Galer, The News-Herald, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-28519450405001771472015-09-18T15:07:00.002-04:002015-09-18T15:07:51.707-04:00Fall season brings flurry of activity at postsFall has got to be my favorite time of year. The season change brings about the cooler temperatures and the trees change color.<br />
There is a flurry of activity as we put away the summer toys and begin to dig in for the long cold winter. This is also the time of year that begins a blizzard of activities at all of the posts.<br />
Fall is clambake season; on Veterans Day, we remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice; and of course it is the time of year that preparations for the Marine Corps Birthday Ball are well underway.<br />
The season’s first event will be the Fall Veterans Memorial Service at 12:15 p.m. Oct. 3 in front of Mentor City Hall, 8500 Civic Center Drive.<br />
This will be the 13th year that the event has taken place to honor all veterans and the families of the fallen.<br />
This year, the special guest will be Sgt. Maj. Bryan Battaglia, senior noncommissioned officer in the United States Armed Forces.<br />
The senior enlisted adviser to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff serves as the principal military adviser to the chairman and secretary of defense.<br />
The service is open to the public and is free of charge. For details, contact Joe Lucarelli at 216-235-9011 or at joedevildog624@aol.com or Jon Warmeling at 440-350-2570 or at Jon.Warmeling@lakecountyohio.gov.<br />
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<b>Veterans event</b><br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will be 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville.<br />
This is a celebration for veterans, with food, prizes, benefit information and more.<br />
For more information, contact the Painesville Veterans Affairs Clinic at 440-357-6740.<br />
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<b>Operation Sub Zero golf outing</b><br />
Operation Sub Zero will host a golf outing at Madison Golf and Country Club beginning at 10:30 a.m. Sept.19.<br />
Tickets are $100 per golfer and include 18 holes, cart, goodie bag, lunch, steak dinner, keg beer, Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and a shotgun start will be at noon.<br />
Hole sponsors and donation of items for the auction would be gratefully accepted. Hole sponsors are $100. For details, contact Del Bethel at del@subzeromission.org.<br />
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<b>Painesville Legion offers dinner</b><br />
The Auxiliary of American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a breaded pork chop dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 19. The dinners will be $9 each and all are welcome.<br />
For details, call the post at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Breakfast at Painesville VFW</b><br />
The Men’s Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2595, 570 Liberty St. in Painesville, will host a breakfast beginning at 9 a.m. Sept. 20 at the post home. The breakfast will be served until it is gone and is $5 per person.<br />
For details, call 440-354-9090.<br />
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<b>Sixth annual post clambake</b><br />
The sixth annual VFW Post 3863 Ladies Auxiliary clambake will be 4:30 to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 at the post home, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake (behind the Save a Lot store).<br />
Chicken dinner is $21; steak dinner is $23 and an extra dozen clams will be $8.<br />
All tickets must be purchased by Sept. 18 at the post home. For information or further questions, call the post at 440-942-3980.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion hosts pig roast</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663 and its Auxiliary Unit will host the sixth annual pig roast from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 26 in the Hunter Pavilion behind the post at 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township.<br />
Tickets are $15 at the door or $12 in advance. Call 440-635-6390 or 440-834-1159 for tickets or more information.<br />
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<b>Breakfast helps homeless </b><br />
The Auxiliary of American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast with eggs and sausage from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Sept. 27 at the post.<br />
Proceeds will benefit Department of Ohio President Martha Setlock’s special project for homeless veterans. Subzero Mission will be on site to collect new or gently used winter coats, winter gloves and sleeping bags. For details, call the post at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>World War II vets to be guests</b><br />
VFW Post 4358, 29412 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a celebration and recognition of World War II veterans from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 14 at the post home. Reservations must be in by Oct. 7.<br />
This is an invitation to any WWII veterans and is free for those veterans and their spouse or caregiver. Tickets for additional guests will be sold only if space is available.<br />
This is the post’s way of saying thank you and to let those veterans know they are not forgotten.<br />
To make a reservation, call the post at 440-944-1642 and ask for event chairman Ron Tipton. If he is not available, he will promptly return calls.<br />
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<b>Ninth District Homecoming </b><br />
American Legion Ninth District will host a homecoming for Commander Kevin Carroll at 6 p.m. Oct. 10 at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick. The homecoming will be “Margaritaville Style” with BBQ, drinks and music. Tickets are $20 per person and are sold in advance. For tickets call Commander Kevin Carroll at 440-567-1847 or Kim Carroll for 440-567-9751.<br />
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<b>Gunny’s Hall annual clambake</b><br />
The annual clambake at Gunny’s Hall, 8720 Twinbrook Road in Mentor, will be 4 p.m. Oct. 10. The bake is $22 per person and extra clams are $7 per dozen. Only 80 bakes will be offered so tickets are limited.<br />
To purchase tickets stop in at Gunny’s Hall; for more information call 440-974-9380.<br />
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<b>Willoughby post hosts fish fry</b><br />
VFW Post 1500, 38295 Pelton Road in Willoughby, hosts fish fries on the first and third Friday of the month.<br />
Dinner is served 5 to 8 p.m., the all-you-can-eat beer batter fried pollock is $10. A full menu is also available. For details, call the post at 440-951-9233.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column, send them to Larece Galer, The News-Herald, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-89649307944314288812015-09-09T15:17:00.000-04:002015-09-09T15:17:03.648-04:00Patriot Day should be time for Americans to reflect There will be observances around the country in honor of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, now known as Patriot Day.<br />
It is hard to believe that 14 years have gone by since that sunny morning. The newsroom was in shock, just like the rest of the country. I have said this before, that was one day that I was really proud to be a part of this newsroom. The professionalism of the reporters, the organization of the editors and the teamwork of the entire staff was amazing.<br />
The loss of lives that day in 2001 was horrific and should be observed with a moment of silence and the resolve that it should never happen again on American soil. The American people united as one to fight a common foe. Never in my lifetime had I observed the patriotism that seemed to spring up almost overnight after the attack. What happened to that?<br />
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<b>9/11 Remembrance at 9:11 a.m.</b><br />
On Sept. 11, the Fairport Harbor Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary will hold a 9/11 Remembrance at the Fairport Senior Center. It will begin at 9:11 am. Coffee and doughnuts will follow the service. All are welcome.<br />
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<b>Patriot Day program in Burton</b><br />
Atwood-Mauck Post 459 of Burton-Middlefield will host a Patriot Day program in Burton Village Park at 11 a.m. Sept. 11.<br />
The ceremony is open to the public. For details, call 440-834-8765.<br />
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<b>Remembrance ceremony</b><br />
Painesville VFW Post 2595, 570 Liberty St., will host a 9/11 remembrance, POW/MIA recognition and flag retirement program at 6 p.m. Sept. 13 at the post home. Everyone is welcome to participate and refreshments will be available after the ceremony.<br />
For details, call George or Jill Householder at 440-352-9522.<br />
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<b>World War II vet gets yard clean up help</b><br />
American Legion Post 214 of Willoughby will be gathering at 9 a.m. Sept. 12 at the home of a World War II veteran in Mentor to help with some yard work. Volunteers with yard and lawn equipment, shovels, rakes, trash bags, etc. would be welcome. Call Bob Fratino at 440-487-3988 if you plan on attending.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Veterans host membership drive</b><br />
The Catholic War Veterans John Paul II Post 1959 will be at Sts. and Robert William Church, 367 E. 260th St. in Euclid, on Sept. 12 and 13, hosting a membership and poppy drive. Donations will be gratefully accepted.<br />
The group also will be selling tickets for its reverse raffle Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center. Tickets are $65 for main board and $35 for dinner ticket only. For details, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Veterans Appreciation Day event</b><br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will be 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville.<br />
This is a celebration for veterans, with food, prizes, benefit information and more. For more information, contact the Painesville Veterans Affairs Clinic at 440-357-6740.<br />
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<b>Operation Sub Zero golf outing</b><br />
Operation Sub Zero will host a golf outing at Madison Golf and Country Club beginning at 10:30 a.m. Sept.19.<br />
Tickets are $100 per golfer and include 18 holes, cart, goodie bag, lunch, steak dinner, keg beer, Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and a shotgun start will be at noon.<br />
Hole sponsors and donation of items for the auction would be gratefully accepted. Hole sponsors are $100. For details, contact Del Bethel at del@subzeromission.org.<br />
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<b>Mentor VFW serves up clambake</b><br />
Mentor Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9295, 8682 Mentor Ave., will host a clambake at 6 p.m. Sept. 19 at the post home. Clambake is $25, with extra clams at $8 per dozen. A chicken bake will be $17.<br />
For reservations, call the post at 440-255-3473. Reservation deadline is Sept. 12.<br />
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<b>Sixth annual post clambake</b><br />
The sixth annual Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3863 Ladies Auxiliary clambake will be 4:30 to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 at the post home, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake (behind the Save a Lot store).<br />
Chicken dinner is $21; steak dinner is $23 and an extra dozen clams will be $8.<br />
All tickets must be purchased by Sept. 18 at the post home. For information or further questions, call the post at 440-942-3980.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion hosts pig roast</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663 and its Auxiliary Unit will host the sixth annual pig roast from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 26 in the Hunter Pavilion behind the post at 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury.<br />
Tickets are $15 at the door or $12 in advance. Call 440-635-6390 or 440-834-1159 for tickets or more information.<br />
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<b>World War II vets to be guests of VFW Post</b><br />
VFW Post 4358, 29412 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a celebration and recognition of World War II veterans from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 14 at the post home. Reservations must be in by Oct. 7.<br />
This is an invitation to any WWII veterans and is free for those veterans and their spouse or caregiver. Tickets for additional guests will be sold only if space is available. This is the post’s way of saying thank you and to let those veterans know they are not forgotten.<br />
To make a reservation, call the post at 440-944-1642 and ask for event chairman Ron Tipton. If he is not available, he will promptly return calls.<br />
<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
<br />News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-69490661834152715612015-09-03T11:21:00.001-04:002015-09-03T11:23:00.575-04:00This email is worth sharingDo you know <b>Pvt. Joseph P. Jupina</b>?<br />
The emails I get on a daily basis are usually normal requests to make sure an event is run or a meeting gets into print. Every now and then, something special comes across my desk.<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ODdet0GKL0B-gClSS6nFMsSCY3G6blsT7YaglMhbjbqI6h4ReEZUS9dRLdh6cGf5x2l-AZTLmiwANqZ03eAQoZ-ix6TjovFXKne4McgwJhGQ9yHvd7Dx6MPcYks6VnaKeH6FJlFv9iLi/s1600/IMG_0011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ODdet0GKL0B-gClSS6nFMsSCY3G6blsT7YaglMhbjbqI6h4ReEZUS9dRLdh6cGf5x2l-AZTLmiwANqZ03eAQoZ-ix6TjovFXKne4McgwJhGQ9yHvd7Dx6MPcYks6VnaKeH6FJlFv9iLi/s200/IMG_0011.JPG" width="150" /></a>I received an email from Ben L.G. Moolhuijsen of Margraten in the Netherlands. He is one of many European citizens taking care of the graves of U.S. servicemen buried in that country.<br />
Pvt. Joseph P. Jupina was born in Girard, Macoupin County, Illinois, on Sept. 9, 1919, and joined the Army while in Cuyahoga County. Very little else is known about Jupina.<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzP-T5rA2QYjl6J-XaohLGfvRaiItRhNggHqXN1oPp9dlsmnMtP92iC_ERpmlWFXSdmKAsqLfhU2yTI2sdfUp3MfeJLJ9IQkBwoOnEoGcDT6Vfby6zA1wJ65UbWO3LF_RWvw6p_2AU89Sf/s1600/IMG_0012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzP-T5rA2QYjl6J-XaohLGfvRaiItRhNggHqXN1oPp9dlsmnMtP92iC_ERpmlWFXSdmKAsqLfhU2yTI2sdfUp3MfeJLJ9IQkBwoOnEoGcDT6Vfby6zA1wJ65UbWO3LF_RWvw6p_2AU89Sf/s200/IMG_0012.JPG" width="150" /></a>Moolhuijsen’s parents had cared for the grave since the war. Before his father’s death in April 2015, Moolhuijsen promised to continue to take care of the adopted grave of Jupina, who died on April 18, 1945.<br />
Moolhuijsen has begun a search for the soldier’s relatives and has asked for assistance. He is waiting for the Army to send the deceased soldier’s personnel file.<br />
I think it is wonderful that after so many years, a second generation is now taking care of the graves of our fallen, so they will never be forgotten.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion hosts pig roast</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663 and its Auxiliary Unit will host the sixth annual pig roast from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 26 in the Hunter Pavilion behind the post at 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury.<br />
Tickets are $15 at the door or $12 in advance. Call 440-635-6390 or 440-834-1159 for tickets or more information.<br />
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<b>Mentor VFW serves up clambake</b><br />
Mentor Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9295, 8682 Mentor Ave., will host a clambake at 6 p.m. Sept. 19 at the post home. Clambake is $25, with extra clams at $8 per dozen. A chicken bake will be $17.<br />
For reservations call the post at 440-255-3473. Reservation deadline is Sept. 12.<br />
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<b>World War II vets to be guests of VFW Post</b><br />
VFW Post 4358, 29412 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a celebration and recognition of World War II veterans from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 14 at the post home. Reservations must be in by Oct. 7.<br />
This is an invitation to any WWII veterans and is free for those veterans and their spouse or caregiver. Tickets for additional guests will be sold only if space is available. This is the post’s way of saying thank you and to let those veterans know they are not forgotten.<br />
To make a reservation, call the post at 440-944-1642 and ask for event chairman <b>Ron Tipton</b>. If he is not available, he will promptly return calls.<br />
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<b>Remembrance ceremony</b><br />
Painesville VFW Post 2595, 570 Liberty St., will host a 9/11 remembrance, POW/MIA recognition and flag retirement program at 6 p.m. Sept. 13 at the post home. Everyone is welcome to participate and refreshments will be available after the ceremony.<br />
For details, call <b>George or Jill Householder </b>at 440-352-9522.<br />
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<b>Operation Sub Zero golf outing</b><br />
Operation Sub Zero will host a golf outing at Madison Golf and Country Club beginning at 10:30 a.m. Sept.19.<br />
Tickets are $100 per golfer and include 18 holes, cart, goodie bag, lunch, steak dinner, keg beer, Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and a shotgun start will be at noon.<br />
Hole sponsors and donation of items for the auction would be gratefully accepted. Hole sponsors are $100. For details, contact<b> Del Bethel </b>at del@subzeromission.org.<br />
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<b>Sixth annual post clambake</b><br />
The sixth annual Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3863 Ladies Auxiliary clambake will be 4:30 to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 at the post home, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake (behind the Save a Lot store).<br />
Chicken dinner is $21; steak dinner is $23 and an extra dozen clams will be $8.<br />
All tickets must be purchased by Sept. 18 at the post home. For information or further questions, call the post at 440-942-3980.<br />
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<b>Patriot Day program in Burton</b><br />
Atwood-Mauck Post 459 of Burton-Middlefield will host a Patriot Day program in Burton Village Park at 11 a.m. Sept. 11.<br />
The ceremony is open to the public. For details, call 440-834-8765.<br />
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<b>Veterans Appreciation Day event</b><br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will be 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville.<br />
This is a celebration for veterans, with food, prizes, benefit information and more. For more information, contact the Painesville Veterans Affairs Clinic at 440-357-6740.<br />
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<b>Toys for Tots golf outing</b><br />
The Col. Justice M. Chambers Marine Corps League Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, has rescheduled its annual Toys for Tots golf outing.<br />
The event will be Sept. 12 at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison.<br />
Tickets are $80 for players and $20 for the dinner only. Hole sponsorships and tickets for the golf outing are available. Call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380 or Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810.<br />
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<b>Swiss steak dinner pre-sale only</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4358, 29421 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a Swiss steak dinner from 3 to 5 p.m. Sept. 13 at the post home.<br />
Dinners are $10 each, with tickets sold in advance only. Tickets may be purchased through Sept. 4. Call<b> Rosina Drenski</b> at 440-944-4903 for tickets and information.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-38690683102681218012015-08-27T13:39:00.000-04:002015-08-27T13:39:08.032-04:00Veterans program at fair informativeVeterans Day at the Lake County Fair once again proved to be a fun and informative time for my husband and me.<br />
The ceremony hosted by the Lake County Veterans Service Commission was packed full of information.<br />
Assistant Director Gini Geffert and Veterans Service Officer Jami Abel did a wonderful job explaining to the audience what the Commission does and how they can help veterans obtain benefits they may be eligible for.<br />
Guests included Tricia McKinnon of the Ohio Veterans Home; Rachael Oberlander, director of the Painesville VA Clinic; and greetings from U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce and Ohio Sen. John Eklund.<br />
The presentation of a Purple Heart to Sgt. Willie Long was an emotional moment. The medal was earned while he as in the Army serving in Vietnam.<br />
If you are a veteran and have not applied for benefits or are not sure if you are eligible for benefits, call the Lake County Veterans Service Commission at 440-350-2904, they can help with the paperwork to obtain the benefits you have earned.<br />
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<b>Madison High football named in honor of Vietnam Veteran</b><br />
Madison High School’s Football Field will be renamed the “Dick Hamblin Field” during ceremonies at the field beginning at 6 p.m., Aug. 28. Hamblin Field was named for the Madison High school graduate who was killed in action in Vietnam Sept. 21, 1967.<br />
The original football field behind the old Madison High School on West Main Street was known as the Dick Hamblin Field but the structure was removed to make way for the new South Elementary School. The new field behind Madison High School on Burns Road will also be named in honor of Hamblin.<br />
The Alumni Night game at 6 p.m. is Geneva v. Madison. The Class of 1966 will host a get-together to coincide with the ceremony. The game and the ceremony are open to the public and all are welcome.<br />
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<b>Painesville Legion offers roast beef dinner</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, will host a roast beef dinner 5 to 8 p.m., Aug. 29, at the post home, 60 Chester St. in Painesville. Dinners are $8 each. For details, call the post home at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Painesville VFW hosts remembrance ceremony Sept. 13</b><br />
Painesville VFW Post 2595, 570 Liberty St., will host a 9/11 Remembrance, POW/MIA Recognition and Flag retirement program at 6 p.m., Sept. 13, at the post home. Everyone is welcome to participate and refreshments will be available after the ceremony. For details, call George or Jill Householder at 440-352-9522.<br />
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<b>Operation Sub Zero golf outing</b><br />
Operation Sub Zero will host a golf outing at Madison Golf and Country Club beginning at 10:30 a.m. Sept.19.<br />
Tickets are $100 per golfer and include 18 holes, cart, goodie bag, lunch, steak dinner, keg beer, Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and a shotgun start will be at noon.<br />
Hole sponsors and donation of items for the auction would be gratefully accepted. Hole sponsors are $100. For details, contact Del Bethel at del@subzeromission.org.<br />
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<b>Sixth annual post clambake</b><br />
The sixth annual Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3863 Ladies Auxiliary clambake will be 4:30 to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 at the post home, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake (behind the Save a Lot store).<br />
Chicken dinner is $21; steak dinner is $23 and an extra dozen clams will be $8.<br />
All tickets must be purchased by Sept. 18, at the post home. For information or further questions, call the post at 440-942-3980.<br />
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<b>Patriot Day program in Burton</b><br />
Atwood-Mauck Post 459 of Burton-Middlefield will host a Patriot Day program in Burton Village Park at 11 a.m. Sept. 11.<br />
The ceremony is open to the public. For details, call 440-834-8765.<br />
Veterans Appreciation Day Event<br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will be 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville. This is a celebration for veterans, with food, prizes, benefit information and more.<br />
For more information, contact the Painesville Veterans Affairs Clinic at 440-357-6740.<br />
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<b>Toys for Tots golf outing</b><br />
The Col. Justice M. Chambers Marine Corps League Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, has rescheduled its annual Toys for Tots golf outing.<br />
The event will be Sept. 12 at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison.<br />
Tickets are $80 for players and $20 for the dinner only. Hole sponsorships and tickets for the golf outing are available. Call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380 or Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion farmers market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, hosts the Community Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Sept. 12. Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day.<br />
For information, email bob810@windstream.net, or call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061 to reserve a space.<br />
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<b>Swiss steak dinner pre-sale only</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4358, 29421 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a Swiss steak dinner from 3 to 5 p.m. Sept. 13 at the post home.<br />
Dinners are $10 each, with tickets sold in advance only. Tickets may be purchased through Sept. 4. Call Rosina Drenski at 440-944-4903 for tickets and information.<br />
<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i>News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-77087514119544487292015-08-19T14:53:00.000-04:002015-08-20T08:17:15.794-04:00‘Chosin Few’ gather at Wickliffe homeSix friends met for a small get-together at the Wickliffe home of Joe Buerger on Saturday. “The Chosin Few” are all survivors of the Korean War and the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir.<br />
Meeting often, the friends, comrades and in my estimation, heroes, have stayed in contact with one another since the battle brought them together in 1950.<br />
The battle kept Marines of the 1st Division in place until an airfield could be constructed during one of the coldest winters in Korean history up to that time. This battle is one of the most famous of the Korean War.<br />
I asked Buerger if all the stories of Tootsie Rolls saving men’s lives were true. He related his own story of getting a Tootsie roll that was frozen stiff.<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTue9KpXOJKnaT7bIML7o7R8Q8xf5EcGY402Yrm27Z2UU9xPS4TWy_bIahyLHI4BTgFB7HJr_zRWYb-aVYW2E0sOXaD6EK29rtzrpEJHnb4CTBngBsicy7fQML26AP7r2HRkwgXHhpL5hO/s1600/IMG_0175.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTue9KpXOJKnaT7bIML7o7R8Q8xf5EcGY402Yrm27Z2UU9xPS4TWy_bIahyLHI4BTgFB7HJr_zRWYb-aVYW2E0sOXaD6EK29rtzrpEJHnb4CTBngBsicy7fQML26AP7r2HRkwgXHhpL5hO/s320/IMG_0175.JPG" width="320" /></a>“I had to break it up on the butt of my rifle,” Buerger said. The Tootsie roll broke into shards and Buerger ate all but a small piece, which he saved for later in the evening.<br />
“It tasted so good, I hadn’t eaten for three days,” Buerger said.<br />
The get-together gives the six men and their wives and friends a time to remember, catch up and keep up with each other.<br />
The six men attending were Joe Prizzi, Joe Sulyok, Stan Kot, Ray Jorz, Art Dickard and Joe Buerger. Joe Sulyok, a Korean Veteran in attendance is the only one of the six who was not in the Chosin Battle.<br />
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The "Chosin Few" L to R are Joe Prizzi, Stan Kot, Ray Jorz, Art Dickard and seated Joe Buerger. </div>
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<b>Operation Sub Zero golf outing</b><br />
Operation Sub Zero will host a golf outing at Madison Golf and Country Club beginning at 10:30 a.m. Sept.19.<br />
Tickets are $100 per golfer and include 18 holes, cart, goodie bag, lunch, steak dinner, keg beer, Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and a shotgun start will be at noon.<br />
Hole sponsors and donation of items for the auction would be gratefully accepted. Hole sponsors are $100. For details, contact Del Bethel at del@subzeromission.org.<br />
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<b>Sixth annual post clambake</b><br />
The sixth annual Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3863 Ladies Auxiliary clambake will be 4:30 to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 at the post home, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake (behind the Save a Lot store).<br />
Chicken dinner is $21; steak dinner is $23 and an extra dozen clams will be $8.<br />
All tickets must be purchased by Sept. 18, at the post home. For information or further questions, call the post at 440-942-3980.<br />
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<b>Patriot Day program in Burton</b><br />
Atwood-Mauck Post 459 of Burton-Middlefield will host a Patriot Day program in Burton Village Park at 11 a.m. Sept. 11.<br />
The ceremony is open to the public. For details, call 440-834-8765.<br />
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<b>Veterans Appreciation Day Event</b><br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will be 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville. This is a celebration for veterans, with food, prizes, benefit information and more.<br />
For more information, contact the Painesville Veterans Affairs Clinic at 440-357-6740.<br />
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<b>Fast Draw Championship</b><br />
<b>at Gunny’s Hall</b><br />
The 2015 Northcoast National Gunslinger Championships will be Aug. 29 and 30 at the Marine Corps League, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor. Contests begin at 9:30 a.m. both days.<br />
This is a sanctioned event of the Ohio Fast Draw Association-International and is hosted by Gunny’s Hall Marine Corps League and the Buckeye Rangers Fast Draw Club. No live ammunition is used. For details, call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380.<br />
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<b>Buckeye Boys Golf Outing</b><br />
American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby, will host the Third Annual Boys State Golf Outing beginning at noon Aug. 28 at Lost Nation Golf Course in Willoughby. Tickets are $50 per person and include golf, cart and a steak raffle.<br />
Please sign up at the post home by Aug. 26 or sponsor a hole for $20 each. For more information or to sign up, call the post after 3 p.m. at 440-942-7762.<br />
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<b>Learn to ride at dealership</b><br />
Western Reserve Harley Davidson, 8567 Tyler Blvd. in Mentor, is offering Operation Personal Freedom Ride Free through Sept. 13.<br />
All current and former U.S. military personnel can learn to ride for free through the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy.<br />
Learn more about this program by stopping at the store or by logging onto H-D.com/militarylearntoride.<br />
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<b>Toys for Tots golf outing</b><br />
The Col. Justice M. Chambers Marine Corps League Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, has rescheduled its annual Toys for Tots golf outing.<br />
The event will be Sept. 12 at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison.<br />
Tickets are $80 for players and $20 for the dinner only. Hole sponsorships and tickets for the golf outing are available. Call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380 or Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion farmers market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, hosts the Community Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Sept. 12. Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day.<br />
For information, email bob810@windstream.net, or call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061 to reserve a space.<br />
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<b>Auxiliary Swiss steak dinner pre-sale only</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4358, 29421 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a Swiss steak dinner from 3 to 5 p.m. Sept. 13 at the post home.<br />
Dinners are $10 each, with tickets sold in advance only. Tickets may be purchased through Sept. 4. Call Rosina Drenski at 440-944-4903 for tickets and information.<br />
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<b>Homecoming scheduled for Legion district commander</b><br />
American Legion 9th District will host a homecoming for Commander Kevin Carroll at 6 p.m. Oct. 10 at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick.<br />
The evening will be “Margaritaville Style” with barbecue, drinks and music. Tickets are $20 per person and will be sold in advance. Call Commander Carroll at 440-567-1847 or Kim Carroll at 440-567-9751 for tickets.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-68077993171319434722015-08-13T15:52:00.000-04:002015-08-13T15:52:16.455-04:00Veterans Day at Lake County Fair celebrated on Aug. 19The Lake County Fair begins Aug. 18; I’m looking forward to attending Veterans Day at the Fair on Aug. 19. Admission is free all day for veterans with identification. This is one time that the county Veterans ID card would come in handy.<br />
My husband and I usually attend the veterans program at Belcher Pavilion and then make the rounds of the fair, taking in the sights and sounds and usually some of the fair food.<br />
The veterans program is always interesting, and I usually hear another story about my husband’s time overseas.<br />
The Lake County Veterans Services staff is on hand to answer questions for veterans about what benefits they may be eligible for or how to sign up for benefits they have earned.<br />
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<b>Veterans Appreciation Day Event</b><br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will be 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville. This is a celebration for veterans, with food, prizes, benefit information and more.<br />
For more information, contact the Painesville Veterans Affairs Clinic at 440-357-6740.<br />
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<b>Newbury post hosts BBQ chicken dinner</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, will host a barbecue chicken dinner in the Hunter Pavilion behind the post from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Aug. 15. Dinner is $12 in advance or $15 at the door.<br />
An adult egg hunt scramble will be held at 7 p.m., with great prizes available for a $10 entry fee. For more information, call 440-635-6390 or 440-269-3184.<br />
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<b>Fast Draw Championship </b><br />
<b>at Gunny’s Hall</b><br />
The 2015 Northcoast National Gunslinger Championships will be Aug. 29 and 30 at the Marine Corps League, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor. Contests begin at 9:30 a.m. both days.<br />
This is a sanctioned event of the Ohio Fast Draw Association-International and is hosted by Gunny’s Hall Marine Corps League and the Buckeye Rangers Fast Draw Club. No live ammunition is used. For details, call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380.<br />
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<b>Buckeye Boys Golf Outing</b><br />
American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby, will host the Third Annual Boys State Golf Outing beginning at noon Aug. 28 at Lost Nation Golf Course in Willoughby. Tickets are $50 per person and include golf, cart and a steak raffle.<br />
Please sign up at the post home by Aug. 26 or sponsor a hole for $20 each. For more information or to sign up, call the post after 3 p.m. at 440-942-7762.<br />
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<b>Learn to ride at dealership</b><br />
Western Reserve Harley Davidson, 8567 Tyler Blvd. in Mentor, is offering Operation Personal Freedom Ride Free through Sept. 13.<br />
All current and former U.S. military personnel can learn to ride for free through the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy.<br />
Learn more about this program by stopping at the store or by logging onto H-D.com/militarylearntoride.<br />
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<b>Toys for Tots golf outing</b><br />
Col. Justice M. Chambers Marine Corps League Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, has rescheduled its annual Toys for Tots golf outing.<br />
The event will be Sept. 12 at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison.<br />
Tickets are $80 for players and $20 for the dinner only. Hole sponsorships and tickets for the golf outing are available. Call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380 or Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion farmers market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, hosts the Community Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Sept. 12. Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day.<br />
For information, email bob810@windstream.net, or call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061 to reserve a space.<br />
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<b>Auxiliary Swiss steak dinner pre-sale only</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4358, 29421 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a Swiss steak dinner from 3 to 5 p.m. Sept. 13 at the post home. Dinners are $10 each, with tickets sold in advance only. Tickets may be purchased through Sept. 4. Call Rosina Drenski at 440-944-4903 for tickets and information.<br />
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<b>Homecoming scheduled for Legion district commander</b><br />
American Legion 9th District will host a homecoming for Commander Kevin Carroll at 6 p.m. Oct. 10 at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick.<br />
The evening will be “Margaritaville Style” with barbecue, drinks and music. Tickets are $20 per person and will be sold in advance. Call Commander Carrolll at 440-567-1847 or Kim Carroll at 440-567-9751 for tickets.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-44382483946508720862015-08-06T15:44:00.000-04:002015-08-06T15:44:24.514-04:00Fall events just around the cornerThe summer has just flown by. It is August already and it has not felt like summer has even been here.<br />
For many of the posts in the area, this means that it is time to begin thinking about fall and yes, even winter events.<br />
The annual North Coast Gunslingers Championships will again be hosted at Gunny’s Hall, 8720 Twinbrook Drive, Mentor. The quick draw championship is slated this year for Aug. 29 and 30. (See more details below.)<br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will be Sept. 18 at American Legion Post 336 in Painesville. This is a free event for veterans and an opportunity to learn about possible benefits those veterans may have already earned.<br />
Posts will be scheduling food drives for the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. These fill baskets for those who would otherwise not have a holiday.<br />
More events will be scheduled and continued attendance at the events helps to guarantee the posts can help those in need in the post home areas. So grab a jacket and pick an event.<br />
Veterans Appreciation Day Event<br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will be 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville. This is a celebration for veterans, with food, prizes, benefit information and more.<br />
For more information contact the Painesville Veterans Affairs Clinic at 440-357-6740.<br />
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<b>Willoughby VFW hosts Fish fry dinners</b><br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1500, 38295 Pelton Road in Willoughby, hosts a fish fry dinner the first and third Fridays of the month every month.<br />
Dinners are served 5 to 8 p.m. and the all-you-can-eat beer batter fried pollock special is $10. As always, a full menu is offered and homemade desserts are also available. For details, call the post home at 440-951-9233.<br />
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<b>Newbury post hosts BBQ chicken dinner</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, will host a barbecue chicken dinner in the Hunter Pavilion behind the post from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Aug. 15. Dinner is $12 in advance or $15 at the door.<br />
An adult egg hunt scramble will be held at 7 p.m., with great prizes available for a $10 entry fee. For more information, call 440-635-6390 or 440-269-3184.<br />
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<b>Annual Fast Draw Championship at Gunny’s Hall</b><br />
The 2015 Northcoast National Gunslinger Championships will be Aug. 29 and 30 at the Marine Corps League, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor. Contests begin at 9:30 a.m. both days.<br />
This is a sanctioned event of the Ohio Fast Draw Association-International and is hosted by Gunny’s Hall Marine Corps League and the Buckeye Rangers Fast Draw club. No live ammunition is used. For details, call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380.<br />
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<b>Post cancels events </b><br />
American Legion Atwood-Mauck Post 459, 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton, has canceled the GI Get Together and annual community garage sale because of renovations at the post. The events will be rescheduled later in the fall.<br />
For questions or more information, call the post home at 440-834-8621.<br />
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<b>Buckeye Boys Golf Outing</b><br />
American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby, will host the Third Annual Boys State Golf Outing beginning at noon Aug. 28 at Lost Nation Golf Course in Willoughby. Tickets are $50 per person and include golf, cart and a steak raffle.<br />
Please sign up at the post home by Aug. 26 or sponsor a hole for $20 each. For more information or to sign up, call the post after 3 p.m. at 440-942-7762.<br />
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<b>Catholic Veterans poppy drive</b><br />
The Catholic War Veterans John Paul II Post 1959 will be at St. Mary Parish, 242 N. State St. in Painesville, on Aug. 15-16 after all Masses hosting a membership drive and poppy drive (donations are welcome).<br />
Members also will be selling tickets for the reverse raffle that will be Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center in Eastlake.<br />
For more information or to purchase tickets, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Chardon hosts Chinese auction</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6519, 752 Water St. in Chardon, will host a Chinese auction from noon to 3 p.m. Aug. 8 at the post home.<br />
For details call 440-285-3699.<br />
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<b>Support veterans </b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 9 to help support the cost of Veterans Appreciation Day. Breakfast will be $5 and proceeds will benefit the Veterans Appreciation Day event.<br />
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<b>Learn to ride at dealership</b><br />
Western Reserve Harley Davidson, 8567 Tyler Blvd. in Mentor, is offering Operation Personal Freedom Ride Free through Sept. 13.<br />
All current and former U.S. military personnel can learn to ride for free through the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy.<br />
Learn more about this program by stopping at the store or by logging onto H-D.com/militarylearntoride.<br />
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<b>Toys for Tots golf outing</b><br />
Col. Justice M. Chambers Marine Corps League Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, has rescheduled the annual Toys for Tots golf outing.<br />
The event will be Sept. 12 at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison.<br />
Tickets are $80 for players and $20 for the dinner only. Hole sponsorships and tickets for the golf outing are available. Call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380 or Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion farmers market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, hosts the Community Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Sept. 12.Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day.<br />
For information, email bob810@windstream.net, or call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061 to reserve a space.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or email LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-44467958964417371882015-07-30T16:38:00.000-04:002015-07-30T16:38:01.393-04:00Congress needs to catch up to local officesEarlier this month, Congress approved the creation of a veterans identification card.<br />
I was surprised when I heard this because Lake County Recorder Ann M. Radcliffe and Geauga County Recorder Sharon Gingerich have been issuing these ID cards to veterans for the past two years.<br />
For years, veterans who are not enrolled in Veterans Affairs programs have had to carry a paper copy of their DD-214 (discharge papers) to prove they were honorably discharged. Proof of discharge is needed to secure the many discounts that businesses offer in the area.<br />
Congress is slow, but I never thought that they were that far behind — such a simple thing took this long?<br />
The veterans of these two counties have been enjoying the benefits that the card brings, thanks to the two county recorders who are staying current in offering the service to honorably discharged veterans in both counties.<br />
To obtain a veterans ID card, call the Geauga County Recorder’s Office at 440-285-2222 or the Lake County Recorder’s Office at 440-350-2510.<br />
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<b>Post cancels events </b><br />
American Legion Atwood-Mauck Post 459, 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton, has canceled the GI Get Together and annual community garage sale because of renovations at the post. The events will be rescheduled later in the fall. For questions or more information, call the post home at 440-834-8621.<br />
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<b>Buckeye Boys Golf Outing</b><br />
American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby, will host the Third Annual Boys State Golf Outing beginning at noon Aug. 28, at Lost Nation Golf Course. Tickets are $50 per person and include golf, cart and a steak raffle.<br />
Please sign up at the post home by Aug. 26 or sponsor a hole for $20 per hole. For more information or to sign up, call the post after 3 p.m. at 440-942-7762.<br />
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<b>Catholic Veterans poppy drive</b><br />
The Catholic War Veterans John Paul II Post 1959 will be at St. Mary Parish, 242 N. State St. in Painesville, on Aug. 15-16 after all Masses hosting a membership drive and a poppy drive (donations are welcome).<br />
Members also will be selling tickets for the reverse raffle that will be Oct. 24, at the Patrician Party Center in Eastlake.<br />
For more information or to purchase tickets, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Chardon hosts Chinese auction</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6519, 752 Water St. in Chardon, will host a Chinese auction from noon to 3 p.m. Aug. 8 at the post home.<br />
For details, call 440-285-3699.<br />
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<b>Support veterans </b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will again host Veterans Appreciation Day from noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 18 at the post home.<br />
This is a free event for all veterans and their spouses. There will be food, music and veteran-oriented vendors.<br />
To keep this event free, the post will host a breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 9. The cost is $5.<br />
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<b>Learn to ride at dealership</b><br />
Western Reserve Harley Davidson, 8567 Tyler Blvd. in Mentor, is offering Operation Personal Freedom Ride Free through Sept. 13.<br />
All current and former U.S. military personnel can learn to ride for free through the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy.<br />
Learn more about this program by stopping at the store or by logging onto H-D.com/militarylearntoride.<br />
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<b>Toys for Tots golf outing</b><br />
Col. Justice M. Chambers Marine Corps League Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, has rescheduled the annual Toys for Tots golf outing.<br />
The event will be Sept. 12 at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison.<br />
Tickets are $80 for players and $20 for the dinner only. Hole sponsorships and tickets for the golf outing are available. Call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380 or Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810.<br />
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<b>Newbury Legion farmers market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, hosts the Community Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Sept. 12.Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day.<br />
For more information, email bob810@windstream.net, or call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061 to reserve a space.<br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-69718464248262797182015-07-22T16:11:00.000-04:002015-07-22T16:11:08.250-04:00Removing history won’t change itThe division over the Battle Flag of the Confederate States of America unfortunately is another blemish on America’s history. The American Civil War was the first, now the nation is dividing again over the battle flag.<br />
Removing the flag will not remove the Civil War from America’s history or the hate that exists in some people’s hearts. This is a period that Americans should study and learn from, so that the mistakes of the past are not repeated.<br />
The removal of a battle flag or the general deletion of all things Civil War will not make American history any different. It cannot be changed. The only thing that will change the racist attitudes in this country will be to teach our children that we are all one nation and respecting differences is a normal part of life. Americans need to be living under one flag, the Stars and Stripes.<br />
Personally, I find several flags offensive, but the attempted deletion of history or the rewriting of it is an act used by several former world leaders — the ones that come to mind are Hitler, Stalin and Mao. Do you really want that sort of censorship to happen in America?<br />
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<b>Catholic War Vets at Parish Festival</b><br />
The Catholic War Veterans John Paul II Post 1959 will be at St. Justin Martyr Parish Festival in Eastlake from July 24-26 having a membership and poppy drive. Donations are welcome.<br />
Tickets for the reverse raffle also will be on sale. The raffle will be Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center in Eastlake. For information and tickets, call <b>Bill Varga</b> at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Madison Legion hosts reverse raffle</b><br />
American Legion Post 112, 6671 Middle Ridge Road in Madison, will host a reverse raffle with a $1,000 main board beginning at 4 p.m. July 25 at the post home.<br />
Tickets are $40 per person. For more information, call the post at 440-428-7893.<br />
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<b>Car wash and bake sale hosted by youth</b><br />
The Youth Unit of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2595, 570 Liberty Street in Painesville, will host a car wash and bake sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 25 at the post home.<br />
Funds raised will be used in support of veterans, active duty military, their families and the community. The unit is open to young people ages 5 through 16 who desire to learn volunteerism, leadership, patriotism and team work. Call<b> Jill Householder</b> for information at 440-352-9522.<br />
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<b>Men’s Auxiliary hosts steak fry</b><br />
The Men’s Auxiliary of VFW Post 2595, 570 Liberty St. in Painesville, will host a steak fry dinner with all the trimmings from 5 to 7 p.m. July 25 at the post home.<br />
Dinners are $12 each. For details, call <b>Jane </b>at 440-354-9090.<br />
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<b>GI get-together at Burton Post</b><br />
Atwood-Mauck Post 459, 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton, will host a GI get-together from 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 8 at the post home. Coffee and doughnuts will be served to all veterans in attendance. For details, call 440-563-8715.<br />
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<b>Chardon Ladies host annual Chinese Auction</b><br />
The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 6519, 752 Water St. in Chardon, will host a Chinese auction from noon to 3 p.m. Aug. 8 at the post home.<br />
For details, call 440-285-3699.<br />
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<b>Breakfast helps support Veterans Appreciation Day</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will again host Veterans Appreciation Day from noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 18 at the post home.<br />
This is a free event for all veterans and their spouses. There will be food, music and veteran-oriented vendors.<br />
To keep this event free, the post will host a breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 9. The cost is $5.<br />
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<b>Learn to Ride at Mentor dealership</b><br />
Western Reserve Harley Davidson, 8567 Tyler Blvd. in Mentor, is offering Operation Personal Freedom Ride Free through Sept. 13.<br />
All current and former U.S. military personnel can learn to ride for free through the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy. Learn more about this program by stopping at the store or by logging onto H-D.com/militarylearntoride.<br />
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<b>Toys for Tots golf outing Sept. 12</b><br />
Col. Justice M. Chambers Marine Corps League Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, has rescheduled the annual Toys for Tots golf outing.<br />
The event will be Sept. 12 at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison.<br />
Tickets are $80 for players and $20 for the dinner only. Hole sponsorships and tickets for the golf outing are available. Call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380 or Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810.<br />
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<b>Newbury legion hosts farmers market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, hosts the Community Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Sept. 12.<br />
Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day. For information, email bob810@windstream.net, or call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061 to reserve a space.<br />
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<b>Madison Legion schedules golf outing</b><br />
American Legion Post 112, 6671 Middle Ridge Road in Madison, will host its annual golf outing beginning at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 1.<br />
Tickets are $65 per person and sign-up is required by July 26. Call the post at 440-428-7893 for reservations and information.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-5929203244722189762015-07-15T15:47:00.000-04:002015-07-15T15:47:05.709-04:00Appreciation Day a fun outingThe posts are all doing a fine job of making sure to provide activities for everyone. The weather has not been cooperative this year, yet the calendars are full of golf outings, bike runs, picnics and more.<br />
One coming event that I always look forward to is the Veterans Appreciation Day that takes place in September at American Legion Post 336 in Painesville.<br />
The joint effort between the post home and the Veterans Affairs Painesville Outpatient Clinic is a fun afternoon.<br />
This afternoon event is a place to meet old friends and make some new ones. Information about veterans’ benefits and businesses that offer specials for veterans is available for the asking.<br />
These are benefits that are earned and must be applied for. Take advantage of that, sign up and use what you have earned.<br />
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<b>VFW at Party in the Park</b><br />
Painesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2595 will host a booth at Painesville Party in the Park from July 17-19.<br />
Information about the VFW programs and Ladies Auxiliary programs will be available. Sign up for a free drawing for a flag set.<br />
Membership for any active duty eligible service person will be free. This year, the second year’s membership will be free for any eligible veterans or Ladies Auxiliary member joining at the Party in the Park. For details, call Jill or George Householder at 440-352-9522.<br />
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<b>Painesville Legion serves lasagna</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will serve a lasagna dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. July 17 at the post home. Dinners are $8 and include salad, roll and dessert. For details, call 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Fifth annual Red Eye Run</b><br />
American Legion Riders Chapter 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host its fifth annual poker run, titled the “336 Red Eye Run.”<br />
The event, slated for July 18, begins and ends at the post, with the first bike out at 11 a.m. and the last bike in by 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for riders and $10 for passengers. Buyers of the first 100 tickets receive a free run patch.<br />
The run will be rain or shine and motorcycles are not required. For details, call Steve Anderson at 440-209-8724 or Mike Bodnar at 440-346-2141.<br />
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<b>Euclid Vets Classic Car Cruise</b><br />
Euclid Vets Association will host its Third Annual Classic Car Cruise In and Motorcycle Show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 19. The event will be at Tizzano’s Party Center, 1361 E. 260th St. in Euclid.<br />
Music of the ’50s and ’60s will be playing and the event will be held rain or shine. There is no admission to the show, but donations to the Gary Sinese Foundation for Wounded Vets will be gratefully accepted. Dash plaques and goodie bags will be given to owners of the first 100 cars.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Vets welcome new members</b><br />
The Catholic War Veterans John Paul II Post 1959 will be at St. Justin Martyr Parish Festival, 35781 Stevens Blvd. in Eastlake, on July 24-26 having a membership and poppy drive. Donations are welcome.<br />
Tickets for the reverse raffle also will be on sale. The raffle will be Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center in Eastlake. For information and tickets, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Madison post hosts reverse raffle</b><br />
American Legion Post 112, 6671 Middle Ridge Road in Madison, will host a reverse raffle with a $1,000 main board beginning at 4 p.m. July 25 at the post home. Tickets are $40 per person.<br />
For more information, call the post at 440-428-7893.<br />
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<b>Painesville Youth host car wash and bake sale</b><br />
The Youth Unit of VFW Post 2595, 570 Liberty St. in Painesville, will host a car wash and bake sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 25 at the post home.<br />
Funds raised will be used in support of veterans, active duty military, their families and the community.<br />
The unit is open to young people ages 5 through 16 who desire to learn volunteerism, leadership, patriotism and teamwork. Call Jill Householder for more information at 440-352-9522.<br />
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<b>Veterans Appreciation Day in September</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will again host the Veterans Appreciation Day from noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 18 at the post home.<br />
This is a free event for all veterans and their spouses. There will be food, music and veteran-oriented vendors.<br />
To keep this event free, the post will host a breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 9. The cost is $5.<br />
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<b>Golf Outing rescheduled</b><br />
Col. Justice M. Chambers Marine Corps League Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, has rescheduled the annual Toys for Tots golf outing.<br />
The golf outing will be Sept. 12 at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison. Tickets are $80 for the players and $20 for the dinner only.<br />
Hole sponsorships and tickets for the golf outing are available. Call Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380 or Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810.<br />
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<b>Newbury post hosts Farmers Market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, hosts the Community Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Sept. 12.<br />
Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day. For information, email bob810@windstream.net, or call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061 to reserve a space.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-5790302329646761282015-07-08T13:25:00.000-04:002015-07-08T13:25:39.681-04:00July a busy month for veteransVeterans in Lake and Geauga counties are busy with events this month.<br />
The Willoughby American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit can be proud that Martha Setlock is now the American Legion Department of Ohio president. Setlock has been a very active Auxiliary Unit 214 member for a number of years and will be an added benefit at the department level. Congratulations, Martha.<br />
Veterans Appreciation Day will make a return to American Legion Post 336 in Painesville on Sept. 18. This event is a free one for veterans and their spouses and offers a chance to get together while getting information about benefits the veteran may be entitled to. Don’t miss the chance to attend.<br />
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<b>Legion Riders host Red Eye Run</b><br />
American Legion Riders Chapter 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host the Fifth Annual 336 Red Eye Run beginning at 11 a.m. July 18. The run starts and ends at the post home and proceeds will benefit veterans charities. Tickets are $15 for riders and $10 for passengers. Motorcycle is not required and the run goes rain or shine.<br />
For details, call Steve Anderson at 440-209-8724 or Mike Bodnar at 440-346-2141.<br />
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<b>Toys for Tots Golf outing rescheduled</b><br />
The Col. Justice M. Chambers Toys for Tots Golf Outing at Madison Country Club, 6130 Chapel Road in Madison, has been postponed until noon Sept. 12.<br />
Registration is available for the new date. Cost to play is $80 per person.<br />
The dinner and prizes will be at Gunny’s Hall, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor. Dinner-only tickets are $20 per person. For reservations, call Joe Brooks at 440-477-1810 or Gunny’s Hall at 440-974-9380.<br />
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<b>Farmers Market at Newbury Post</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, will host a farmers market 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Sept. 12.<br />
Call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061 for details or reservations.<br />
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<b>Legion Auxiliary serves bratwurst</b><br />
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will serve a bratwurst sandwich dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. July 10 at the post home. Dinners include sandwich, macaroni salad, chips and dessert.<br />
For details, call 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Pig roast at Madison Post 112</b><br />
American Legion Riders of Post 112, 6671 Middle Ridge Road in Madison, will host a pig roast at 2 p.m. July 11 at the post home. Elm Street Blues band will be perform.<br />
For details call 440-428-7893.<br />
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<b>Veteran-owned businesses topic of event</b><br />
Veteran-owned businesses are the focus of an event from 8 a.m. to noon July 22 at the Holden University Center at Lakeland Community College.<br />
The program is free and includes breakfast while giving veterans an opportunity to learn about: special financial programs available just for veteran-owned businesses; contacting opportunities and government set-aside programs for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses; and no-cost counseling services to help grow a veteran’s business.<br />
To register, visit Lakeland Community College’s website at lakelandcc.edu or call Karen Wivell at 440-525-7739.<br />
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<b>Rolling Thunder hosts Annual picnic</b><br />
Rolling Thunder Chapter 1 Ohio will host the 18th annual picnic at Louis B. Stokes Veterans Affairs Hospital on July 25.<br />
The annual event for house patients and residents at the hospital will include hot dogs and hamburgers. A disc jockey and bagpipers will entertain.<br />
This event includes many volunteer organizations dedicated to making the fun afternoon a success for the veterans of the hospital.<br />
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<b>Post 112 hosts reverse raffle</b><br />
American Legion Post 112, 6671 Middle Ridge Road in Madison, will host a reverse raffle with a $1,000 main board beginning at 4 p.m. July 25 at the post home.<br />
For more information, call 440-428-7893.<br />
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<b>Catholic veterans group at festival</b><br />
Catholic War Veterans, John Paul II Post 1959 will be at the St. Justin Martyr Parish Festival in Eastlake from July 24 through 26 hosting a membership and poppy drive.<br />
Donations are welcome. The post will be selling tickets for the reverse raffle on Oct. 24, at the Patrician Party Center.<br />
Tickets are $65 for the main board and $35 for an extra dinner ticket. Only 175 tickets will be sold. For information or tickets, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Golf outing scheduled for Madison Post</b><br />
American Legion Post 112, 6671 Middle Ridge Road in Madison, will host a golf outing on Aug. 1. Golfers are asked to sign up by July 26.<br />
Cost is $65 per person and tee time is 11:30 a.m. For details, call the post home at 440-428-7893.<br />
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<b>Painesville post hosts Veterans Appreciation Day</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a Veterans Appreciation Day from noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 18 at the post home.<br />
This event will be free to all veterans and their spouses. Free food, music and veteran-oriented vendors will be participating.<br />
To help keep the event free, the post will host a breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 9 at the post home. The cost will be $5 and the morning also will include some raffle items. Donations for the raffles are now being accepted.<br />
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<b>VFW booth at Party in the Park</b><br />
Painesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2595 will host a booth at Painesville Party in the Park from July 17 through 19.<br />
The booth will be a place to obtain information on any of the VFW or Ladies Auxiliary programs, enter into a drawing for a flag set or obtain membership information. Membership for any active duty eligible service person is free. Call Jill or George Householder for information at 440-352-9522.<br />
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<b>Euclid Vets annual car show July 19</b><br />
Euclid Vets Association will host its third annual classic car cruise-in and motorcycle show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 19 at Tizzano’s Party Center, 1361 E. 260th St. in Euclid.<br />
Dash plaques and goodie bags will be given to owners of the first 100 cars. No alcoholic beverages will be permitted. For details, call Al Nagy at 216-289-1632.<br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-21363599889213484422015-06-24T15:11:00.001-04:002015-06-24T15:11:57.373-04:00New members wantedThe July issue of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW magazine reached my door this week.<br />
I always try to keep up with what is going on and these monthly magazines give me information about what is happening at the national level with the auxiliary. As always, membership is discussed and increasing membership has been an issue for the past several years.<br />
I have witnessed firsthand how there are always those dedicated few who seem to be at every function or service event. I have been around long enough to remember when every post made monthly visits to the local veterans hospital for a treat night. <br />
Increasing membership is something every member should be concerned about. Consider the fact that many veterans benefits have come from the lobbying efforts of these groups. If not for their work, the original GI Bill would not have been put into place, affording some of the precious benefits that so many veterans need and use.<br />
As a member, I talk with friends and acquaintances who are interested or eligible. The community projects that are performed by the members, the auxiliaries and the junior groups are too numerous to mention here.<br />
If you are a member, talk about the projects and services that your post has been involved in. I remember a gunnery sergeant who always had application forms in his wallet ready for a prospective new member to fill out. With all the project choices, you may gain a member or two just by starting a conversation.<br />
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<b>Breakfast at Eastlake post</b><br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3863, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake, will host a breakfast from 10 a.m. to noon June 28 at the post home. Breakfast will be $5 per person. For details, call 440-942-3980.<br />
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<b>Legion hosts car and motorcycle show</b><br />
American Legion Post 678, 590 E. 328th St. in Willowick, will host a Veteran Car and Motorcycle Cruise In noon to 4 p.m. every Sunday at the post home. All cars and motorcycles are welcome. Registration fee is $5 or a donation to the homeless veterans shelter. The afternoon includes food, drinks, prizes, a 50/50 raffle and more. For details, call the post home at 440-943-9659.<br />
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<b>Newbury post site of Farmers Market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, hosts a farmers market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday through Sept. 12.<br />
Items for sale are farm and garden produce, homemade jams and jellies, baked goods, crafts, curios, antiques, collectibles and nursery items.<br />
Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day.<br />
For details call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061.<br />
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<b>Honor guard available</b><br />
American Legion Post 459 of Burton-Middlefield has an honor guard available to perform full military funeral services for any serviceman or woman. The honor guard is available with just a few days’ notice and most local funeral directors are aware of the group. For details about the honor guard, call 440-834-8764. Please leave a message if no one answers.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Veterans at parish festival</b><br />
Catholic War Veterans, John Paul II Post 1959, will be at the St. John Vianney Parish Festival in Mentor from July 10-12 hosting a membership and poppy drive (donations are welcome).<br />
The post also will be selling tickets for the reverse raffle that will be Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center. Tickets are $65 for main board and $35 for an extra dinner ticket. There will only be 175 tickets sold.<br />
Tickets for the supper raffle also will be available. Tickets are $20 with only 1,000 tickets to be sold for a chance at $5,000. A Chinese auction and DJ will be part of this event. For details, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Euclid Vets host Annual Classic Car Cruise In</b><br />
The Euclid Vets Association Third Annual Classic Car Cruise In and motorcycle show will be 11 .a.m. to 4 p.m. July 19 at Tizzano’s Party Center, 1361 E. 260th St. in Euclid.<br />
Any and all classic vehicles up to 1980 — with awards for each category — will be welcome. Food and soft drinks will be available and there will be a 50/50 raffle.<br />
There is no charge for the show, only a request for a donation to the Gary Sinese Foundation for wounded vets.<br />
Dash plaques and goodie bags will be given to owners of the first 100 cars. Music of the ’50s and ’60s will be played at this rain or shine event. No alcoholic beverages will be permitted.<br />
For more information, call Al Nagy at 216-289-1632.<br />
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<b>Share your views on patriotism</b><br />
The News-Herald wants readers’ views on patriotism for a story to appear in the Fourth of July edition. What do you believe is the true meaning of patriotism? Do you believe patriotism has been on the decline in recent years, or is still going strong, and how do your support your views? Reply by email to Bill DeBus at bdebus@news-herald.com. Be sure to include your hometown, as well as a phone number in case more information is needed. Or call Bill at 440-954-7164 to give a response. Please leave a message if you reach Bill’s voicemail.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i>News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-66622469203776508892015-06-18T10:26:00.000-04:002015-06-18T10:26:10.661-04:00Posts offer something for every DadFather’s Day is June 21 and many of the area posts will be hosting a meal in honor of Dad. Breakfasts and dinners scheduled over the weekend will offer a chance to take that special guy out for good food.<br />
The variety of events will keep the posts busy for the weekend. There will be something for every Dad to enjoy — dinners, breakfasts, rummage sales and even golf outings.<br />
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<b>Eastlake VFW hosts breakfast</b><br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3863, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake, will host a breakfast from 10 a.m. to noon June 28 at the post home.<br />
Breakfast will be $5 per person and the public is welcome. For details, call 440-942-3980.<br />
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<b>Chardon Auxiliary hosts rummage sale</b><br />
Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 6519, 752 Water St. in Chardon, will host a rummage sale on June 19 and 20 at the post home. For details, call 440-285-3699.<br />
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<b>Newbury post will host Farmers Market</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663 will host its Fifth Annual Community Farmers Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 20 through Sept. 12. The event is hosted as a public service to the entire community.<br />
Vendors are supplied with a table under the pavilion and easy access for $5 per day. The market is located at the post, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township. For information, email bob810@windstream.net or call 440-564-7441 or 440-567-9061.<br />
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<b>Willoughby Legion hosts chicken barbecue</b><br />
American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby, will host a chicken barbecue dinner from 2 to 8 p.m. June 20 at the post home.<br />
Dinners are $9 each. For details, call the post at 440-942-7762.<br />
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<b>Painesville color guard fundraiser</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a ceremony to honor first responders at 6:45 p.m., followed by a fundraiser for its color guard, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. June 20 at the post home.<br />
Live music will be performed by Wicked Vinyl. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be available from the post kitchen.<br />
The public is welcome to attend. For details call the post at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Lake Erie Legion Posts hosts breakfast</b><br />
Andy Nowacki , Lake Erie College, American Legion Post 807 will host a Father’s Day pancake breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon June 21 at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick. Cost is $5 per person.<br />
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<b>Two hiring events for veterans</b><br />
A veterans hiring fair for Lubrizol Corp. (Painesville, Brecksville and Wickliffe locations, all three shifts) will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 23 at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick.<br />
The event is from 8:30 and 8:50 a.m. Consider this as a job interview, dress appropriately and bring resumes. Registration in advance is required by calling Michelle Stowe-Caya, veterans representative for the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, at 440-350-2490.<br />
Lincoln Electric will host a hiring event at 9 a.m. June 24 at its headquarters, 22801 Saint Clair Ave. in Euclid.<br />
The event will begin promptly, so please arrive by 8:45 a.m. Hiring managers will be present and will give presentations on positions and departments within the company. A question-and-answer period will follow.<br />
It is recommended that those interested apply online prior to the event. This should be treated as a job interview, so appropriate dress is requested. Lincoln Electric conducts a nicotine test during the pre-employment screening.<br />
Register in advance for the event by calling Michele Stowe-Caya of ODJFS at 440-350-2490.<br />
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<b>Annual golf outing at Madison Country Club</b><br />
The Col. Justice M. Chambers Gene Deka Memorial Golf Classic will be 1 p.m. June 27 at Madison Country Club.<br />
Cost is $80 per person and includes lunch, dinner, and refreshments, 18-hole scramble, golf cart, and prizes for longest drives, pin shots and putts.<br />
Call 440-974-9380 with questions.<br />
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<b>Cruise In at Willowick Legion</b><br />
A Veteran Car and Motorcycle Cruise In will be noon to 4 p.m. every Sunday at American Legion Post 678, 590 E. 328th St. in Willowick.<br />
All cars and motorcycles are welcome. Registration fee is $5 or a donation for the homeless veterans shelter.<br />
The event will offer food, drinks, 50/50 raffle and more. For details, call the post at 440-943-9659.<br />
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<b>Gunny’s Hall kitchen summer hours</b><br />
Gunny’s Hall, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor ,will close the kitchen on Mondays for the summer. New hours will be Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.<br />
Regular menu items will be available and a fish fry will be held on Fridays. The Sunday morning breakfasts will not be available again until September. For details, call the detachment at 440-974-9380.<br />
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To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.<br />
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-83185032643361972022015-06-10T14:58:00.000-04:002015-06-10T14:58:23.905-04:00Flag Day comes with important remindersI am pleased that this year on Flag Day, our American flag along with the Marine Corps flag will be flying on our flagpole without fear of the wind twisting it up and over the weather vane that once adorned the flagpole.<br />
Since having the weather vane removed several years ago, we can actually wear out a flag instead of it being shredded by the old weather vane.<br />
Flag Day is June 14. Flags should be flying that are in good condition, not torn or faded. Those worn or faded flags should be deposited in a flag disposal box located at most area Veterans of Foreign Wars or American Legion posts. Flags should never be thrown in the trash. Fold up the flag and drop it at the local post for disposal with the proper ceremony.<br />
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<b>Flag Day services June 14</b><br />
• Eastlake VFW Post 3863 and Willowick American Legion 678 will jointly perform a flag retirement ceremony at the Boulevard of 500 Flags, 35150 Lake Shore Boulevard in Eastlake, at 11 a.m. June 14. The public is invited to attend.<br />
• Willoughby Cleveland Elks Lodge 18 will perform a Flag Day service at 1:30 p.m. June 14 at Wes Point Park gazebo in downtown Willoughby. Assisting in the ceremony will be American Legion Post 214 and Boy Scout Troop 289.<br />
Guest speakers will be Ohio State Elks Association President Lance Knight and the past Commander of Legion Post 214, Brett Woerner. The public is invited.<br />
• Painesville Elks Lodge 549 will continue a tradition that began at the Elks Grand Lodge Convention in 1907 by observing Flag Day.<br />
A ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. at the lodge, 723 Liberty St. in Painesville. The lodge officers will perform the Elks Flag Day ceremony. Also participating will be Painesville American Legion Brakeman-King Post 336 and Cub Scout Pack 174.<br />
After the ceremony, all guests will be treated to hot dogs and apple pie. The public is invited to attend.<br />
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<b>Chardon Auxiliary hosts rummage sale</b><br />
VFW Post 6519 Ladies Auxiliary will host a rummage sale June 19 and 20 at the post home, 752 Water St. in Chardon. The sale will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For details, call 440-285-3699.<br />
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<b>Event benefits color guard unit</b><br />
A fundraiser for the American Legion Post 336 Color Guard will be 7 to 10:30 p.m. June 20 at the post home, 60 Chester St. in Painesville.<br />
The event will feature live music by Wicked Vinyl. For details, call the post home at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Chicken BBQ at Willoughby Legion</b><br />
American Legion Post 214, 4304 Center St. in Willoughby will host a chicken barbecue from 2 to 8 p.m. June 20 at the post home. For details, call the post at 440-942-7762.<br />
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<b>Post participates in Summerfest Parade</b><br />
Atwood-Mauck American Legion Post 459, Burton-Middlefield will participate in the Middlefield Summerfest Parade at 1 p.m. June 20. For details call 440-834-8764.<br />
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<b>Breakfast for Father’s Day in Willowick</b><br />
Andy Nowacki, American Legion Post 807 will host a Father’s Day Breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon June 21, at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick. Cost will be $5 per person. All are welcome.<br />
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<b>Cruise In at Willowick Legion Sunday</b><br />
American Legion Post 678, 590 E. 328th St. in Willowick, will host a car and motorcycle Cruise In from noon to 4 p.m. every Sunday. All cars and motorcycles are welcome.<br />
Registration fee is $5 or a donation for the Homeless Veterans shelter. For information, call the post home at 440-943-9659.<br />
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<b>Second Indianhead Division reunites</b><br />
The Second Indianhead Division Association will host the annual national reunion in San Antonio, Texas, this year. Veterans of the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division are asked to attend the event.<br />
For information about the association and the 94th annual reunion Sept. 22-26, contact Bob Haynes, at 2idahq@comcast.net or call 224-225-1202.<br />
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<b>Father’s Day Breakfast at Painesville VFW</b><br />
VFW Ladies Auxiliary of Post 2595, 570 Liberty St. in Painesville, will host a Father’s Day Breakfast at the post home beginning at 9 a.m. June 12. Fathers will eat free.<br />
For details, call the post at 440-354-9090.<br />
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<b>Annual steak roast at Newbury Post</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, will host its sixth annual steak roast in the Hunter Pavilion behind the post from 4:30 to 7 p.m. June 13.<br />
Tickets are $15 at the door or $12 in advance. Call 440-635-6390; 440-567-9061 or 440-269-3184 for information.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-27889819514527327892015-06-04T14:03:00.001-04:002015-06-04T14:03:54.744-04:00D-Day remembered at Heartland of MentorAllied Forces stormed the beaches of Normandy and turned the tide of World War II 71 years ago tomorrow, June 6, 1944. Many of those young men of the D-Day invasion are now in their twilight years and the battle is a memory that by the grace of God they survived.<br />
I am certain that many of the television channels will present programs about this invasion on the shores of France in 1944. I already have seen a few.<br />
Of the five beaches where troops came ashore, two were assigned to the Americans: Utah and Omaha. Two beaches — Gold and Sword — were assigned to the British and the Canadians were assigned Juno.<br />
Troops in landing craft survived rough water on the only clear day reported for weeks, and overcame seasickness, the weight of heavy equipment packs and the possibility of jumping off the craft and drowning with the equipment. Once ashore, they were open to be fired upon from the German guns.<br />
Overcoming all of the obstacles, the young men made it work and broke through the lines, turning the tide of Hitler’s war. To honor those veterans, Heartland of Mentor will host a display of D-Day items in the hospitality room between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. June 6. The collection of Ron Cigany includes items such as uniforms, weapons and memorabilia from D-Day.<br />
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<b>Gunny’s Hall annual garage sale</b><br />
Gunny’s Hall, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, will host its annual garage sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 5 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 6 at the detachment.<br />
Saturday hours will be half-price day. The sale will benefit the Marine Corps League. For details, call 440-974-9380.<br />
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<b>Legion Riders host Traveling Wall</b><br />
American Legion Riders Chapter 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a Remembrance Tribute to Ohio Veterans featuring the traveling Ohio POW-MIA Vietnam Memorial Wall on June 6.<br />
At 1 p.m., a ceremony will be presented by Rolling Thunder Inc. Chapter 5 Ohio. The event is open to the public. A dinner will be offered following the ceremony and music will be provided by DJ Woody.<br />
For details, call Steve Anderson at 440-413-1055 or Mike Bodnar at 440-346-2141.<br />
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<b>Legion hosts golf outing</b><br />
Atwood-Mauck Post 459, Burton-Middlefield American Legion will host its annual golf outing beginning at 10:30 a.m., June 6 at Pleasant Hills Golf Course, 13461 Aquilla Road in Claridon Township.<br />
Call Bruce Zupancic at 440-897-2396 for details.<br />
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<b>Party helps fund scholarship </b><br />
The Lance Cpl. David Baker Scholarship Fund Party will begin at 1 p.m. June 7 at American Legion Post 112, 6671 Middle Ridge Road in Madison.<br />
The afternoon will offer food, a raffle, 50/50 raffle and live music by Larry, Larry, Darryl and Cheryl. For information, call Dean Bader at 440-537-6511.<br />
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<b>6th Annual Steak Roast at Newbury Post</b><br />
Newbury American Legion Post 663, 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, will host its 6th Annual Steak Roast in Hunter Pavilion behind the post home from 4:30 to 7 p.m., June 13.<br />
Tickets are $15 at the door or $12 in advance. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 440-635-6390; 440-567-9061 or 440-269-3184.<br />
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<b>Rolling Thunder participates in Military Night</b><br />
Rolling Thunder Chapter 1 Ohio will participate in Military Night at Classic Park in Eastlake on June 13, when the Lake County Captains take on the Kane County Cougars at 7 p.m.<br />
Tickets for this special evening must be purchased by June 6. The evening will feature a military service personnel parade, pre-game motorcycle procession, Military Jersey Silent Auction, a supply drive, the POW-MIA remembrance ceremony and fireworks after the game. For details, call 440-975-8085 or email JYorko@Captainsbaseball.com.<br />
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<b>Painesville color guard fundraiser</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a fundraiser for its color guard from 7 to 10:30 p.m. June 20 at the post home.<br />
Live music will be performed by Wicked Vinyl. For details, call the post at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Father’s Day breakfast</b><br />
Andy Nowacki , Lake Erie College, American Legion Post 807 will host a Father’s Day pancake breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon June 21 at American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick. Cost is $5 per person.<br />
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<b>Annual golf outing at Madison Country Club</b><br />
The Col. Justice M. Chambers Gene Deka Memorial Golf Classic will be 1 p.m. June 27 at Madison Country Club.<br />
Cost is $80 per person and includes lunch, dinner and refreshments, 18-hole scramble, golf cart, and prizes for longest drives, pin shots and putts.<br />
Tickets must be purchased before June 15. Make checks payable to Col. J.M. Chambers Golf Classic, 8720 Twinbrook Drive, Mentor, OH 44060 or call 440-974-9380 with questions.<br />
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<b>Cruise In at Willowick Legion</b><br />
A Veteran Car and Motorcycle Cruise In will be noon to 4 p.m. every Sunday at American Legion Post 678, 590 E. 328th St. in Willowick.<br />
All cars and motorcycles are welcome. Registration fee is $5 or a donation for the homeless veterans shelter.<br />
The event will offer food, drinks, 50/50 raffle and more. For details, call the post at 440-943-9659.<br />
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<b>Gunny’s Hall kitchen summer hours</b><br />
Gunny’s Hall, 8720 Twinbrook Drive in Mentor, will close the kitchen on Mondays for the summer. New hours will be Tuesday through Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.<br />
Regular menu items will be available and a fish fry will be available on Friday. The Sunday morning breakfasts will not be available again until September.<br />
For details, call the detachment at 440-974-9380.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i>News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-69774596969593314002015-05-20T15:13:00.000-04:002015-05-20T15:13:41.007-04:00Memorial Day a time for reflectionMemorial Day weekend is upon us. There will be cookouts, families will get together and perhaps everyone will take in a parade.<br />
The weekend is a time to remember those who have fallen in defense of the country.<br />
I might be showing my age, but I can remember when it was called Decoration Day. When I heard that, I knew that my brother, sister and I would be piled into the car, among flower pots and gardening tools. My grandmother lived with us until I was in my early teens, so we would make the annual trip to the cemetery to plant flowers and “decorate” the graves for the holiday.<br />
The holiday has been known as Memorial Day since 1966. I have always found it interesting that the day originally started after the Civil War to remember the fallen of what was arguably the most divisive time in our country’s history and we still honor the fallen 150 years later.<br />
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<b>Buddy Poppies distributed at Madison Tractor Supply Co.</b><br />
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8548 will “Salute the Troops” between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. May 23 with the annual “Buddy Poppy” distribution. The distribution connects the VFW with the community, helps to recruit members and promote VFW programs. Stop by the Madison Tractor Supply Co. at 6603 North Ridge Road, Madison for a Buddy Poppy.<br />
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<b>Sunday car and motorcycle cruise-in at Willowick post</b><br />
The Veteran Car and Motorcycle Cruise-In will be noon to 4 p.m. each Sunday at American Legion Post 678, 590 E. 328th St. in Willowick. All cars and motorcycles are welcome.<br />
A registration fee of $5 or a donation for the Homeless Veterans Shelter will be asked. The afternoon event will include food, drinks, prizes and a 50/50 raffle. For details, call the post home at 440-943-9659.<br />
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<b>Painesville Legion serves lunch</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will be serving lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday. For questions, call 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Legion Riders host Ohio POW-MIA Wall</b><br />
The American Legion Riders of Painesville American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host the Ohio POW-MIA Vietnam Memorial Wall on June 6 at the post. A ceremony will be presented by Rolling Thunder Chapter 5 Ohio at 1 p.m.<br />
The event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. The post will host a group of veterans from the Wade Park Veterans Affairs Medical Center for this event.<br />
The public is encouraged to attend and to spend time with our veterans. For details, call the post home at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Legion hosts golf outing in Chardon</b><br />
Atwood-Mauck Post 459 of the American Legion will host its sixth annual golf outing on June 6 at Pleasant Hills Golf Course, 13461 Aquilla Road in Claridon Township.<br />
Sign-in time will be 10:30 a.m. For details, call Bruce Zupancic at 440-897-2396.<br />
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<b>Fundraiser for Legion color guard</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a fundraiser for the color guard unit from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. June 20 at the post home.<br />
The event will feature live music from Wicked Vinyl. For details, call the post home at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Marine Corps League hosts annual golf outing</b><br />
The Col. J.M. Chambers Gene Deka Memorial Golf Classic will begin at 1 p.m. June 27 at Madison Country Club. The shotgun start will be 1 p.m. and all golfers are requested to use soft spikes only.<br />
Tickets for this event are $80 and include lunch, dinner and refreshments, 18 hole scramble and cart. Prizes will be given for the longest drive, pin shots, a putting contest and more.<br />
For tickets, make checks payable to the Col. J.M. Chambers Golf Classic, and mail to Detachment 555, 8720 Twinbrook Drive, Mentor, OH 44060 or call 440-974-9380. Reservation deadline is June 15.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-9411779638707402052015-05-15T11:49:00.000-04:002015-05-15T11:49:05.348-04:00Armed Forces Day offers opportunity to say thanksArmed Forces Day, May 16, is a day set aside to honor all of the service personnel of this country.<br />
One of the lesser known holidays, the day was created in 1949 after the unification of all the branches of service under the newly created Department of Defense.<br />
Celebrated on the third Saturday in May, many businesses offer discounts with a military ID; and ceremonies are held in some areas to honor the soldiers, sailors and Marines with songs, speakers and tributes.<br />
The day offers the common citizen a way to say thank you to those who have protected and are protecting our country.<br />
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<b>Children’s Museum observes </b><br />
<b>Military Appreciation Day</b><br />
The Children’s Museum of Cleveland, 10730 Euclid Ave. in Cleveland, will offer free admission for veterans and their immediate family with a military ID on May 16 and 17, in honor of Military Appreciation Day.<br />
Visitors will be able to make cards that will be sent to the troops each day. The museum is open daily 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Regular admission is $8 for children and adults, and free for infants 11 months of age and younger.<br />
For more information about the museum visit clevelandchildrensmuseum.org.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Veterans membership drive</b><br />
The Catholic War Veterans of Lake, John Paul II Post 1959, will host a membership and poppy drive at St. Cyprians Church, 4223 Middle Ridge Road in Perry Township, after all Masses, May 16 and 17.<br />
The post also will be selling tickets for the reverse raffle that will be held Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center. Tickets for the annual event are $65 for main board and $35 for extra dinner ticket. Only 175 of the tickets will be sold. For information about membership or questions about the reverse raffle, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Polish legion auxiliary hosts golf outing</b><br />
Polish Legion of American Veterans Ladies Auxiliary Chapter 31 in Cleveland will host a golf outing May 16 at Briardale Greens Golf Course, 24131 Briardale Ave. in Euclid.<br />
The outing will begin with a shotgun scramble at 8 a.m. Tickets are $70 per person and include coffee and doughnuts, lunch at the turn, green fees and cart, and a full buffet dinner to follow at PLAV Post 31, 850 E. 200th St. in Cleveland. Call 216-337-8997 or 216-337-8996 for details.<br />
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<b>Operation STAT open house in Eastlake</b><br />
Operation S.T.A.T. (Standing Tall for American Troops) will host an open house on May 16, at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3863, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake.<br />
The event is open to the public and hamburgers and hot dogs will be available during the event. For details, call Adam Cook at 440-413-6225 or email him at Adam@operationstat.org.<br />
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<b>Flag retirement ceremony </b><br />
<b>at Veterans Park</b><br />
Mentor VFW Post 9295 and Boy Scout Troop 75 will host a flag retirement ceremony at 1 p.m. May 17 at Veterans Park, 5730 Hopkins Road in Mentor.<br />
Bring your old and worn flags for proper disposal. The public is welcome.<br />
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<b>Blessing of the bikes in Hambden</b><br />
Hambden Congregational Church, 13840 GAR Highway in Hambden Township, will welcome Rolling Thunder for a bike blessing and veterans tribute service on May 17.<br />
All motorcycles are asked to gather on Chardon Square at 9:30 a.m. for departure at 9:45 a.m. The service will begin by 10:30.<br />
A picnic gathering will follow at Hambden Township Park, 9891 Old State Road, following the service.<br />
Please bring a dish to share. Hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks will be provided by Hambden Congregational Church, with cooking done by the Chardon VFW. Cleanup and other assistance will be provided by the Young Marines.<br />
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<b>Legion will serve Big Boys</b><br />
American Legion Post 678, 570 E. 328th St. in Willowick, will host a Bob’s Big Boy Night from 5 to 7 p.m. May 18 at the post home.<br />
The dinner is open to the public. For details, call the post home at 440-943-9659.<br />
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<b>Painesville post hosts breakfast</b><br />
VFW Post 2595, 570 Liberty St. in Painesville, will host a breakfast beginning at 9 a.m. May 17 at the post home.<br />
The public is welcome. For details, call the post home at 440-354-9090.<br />
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<b>Medal of Honor Stories presented </b><br />
<b>at Perry Library</b><br />
Historian Harold George, in full Civil War Uniform, will present a program about the Medal of Honor at Perry Public Library, 3753 Main St. in Perry Village, at 7 p.m. May 19.<br />
More than 3,000 Medals of Honor have been issued for acts of bravery and heroism “above and beyond the call of duty.” However, in a few cases, the medal was awarded for rather unique, strange and less than glorious reasons.<br />
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<b>Legion Riders host Ohio POW-MIA Wall</b><br />
The American Legion Riders of Painesville American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host the Ohio POW-MIA Vietnam Memorial Wall on June 6 at the post. A ceremony will be presented by Rolling Thunder Chapter 5 Ohio.<br />
The event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. The post will host a group of veterans from the Wade Park Veterans Affairs Medical Center for this event.<br />
The public is encouraged to attend and to spend time with our veterans. For details, call the post home at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-79658643720470448032015-05-07T14:55:00.000-04:002015-05-08T08:59:33.361-04:00Military Spouse Appreciation DayMay is military appreciation month. The Friday before Mother’s Day was designated as Military Spouse Appreciation Day in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan.<br />
This day honors the silent service of the many spouses who pick up and move when military orders say they must. These are the partners who keep the home constant for the military members and their children. These spouses are the ones who become both mother and father when deployment orders are issued and the military member must leave for a far-off place.<br />
These silent partners support the military careers of their spouses with grace, courage and quiet perseverance.<br />
So on this Friday before Mother’s Day, a tip of the hat and a salute to those who follow their military members all over the globe and supporting them in the military career that they have chosen.<br />
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<b>Squadron serves spaghetti for Mom</b><br />
Civil Air Patrol Squadron OH 252 of Painesville will host a Mother’s Day spaghetti dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. May 9 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville. Mothers will eat free, dine in only.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Veterans membership drive</b><br />
The Catholic War Veterans of Lake, John Paul II Post 1959, will host a membership and poppy drive at St. Cyprian’s Church, 4223 Middle Ridge Road in Perry Township, after all Masses on May 16 and 17.<br />
The post also will be selling tickets for the reverse raffle that will be Oct. 24 at the Patrician Party Center. Tickets for the annual event are $65 for main board and $35 for extra dinner ticket. Only 175 of the tickets will be sold.<br />
For information about membership or questions about the reverse raffle, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Polish Legion Auxiliary hosts golf outing</b><br />
The Polish Legion of American Veterans Ladies Auxiliary Chapter 31 in Cleveland will host a golf outing at Briardale Greens Golf Course, 24131 Briardale Ave. in Euclid.<br />
The outing will begin with a shotgun scramble at 8 a.m. Tickets are $70 per person and include coffee and doughnuts, lunch at the turn, green fees and cart, and a full buffet dinner to follow at PLAV Post 31, 850 E. 200th St. in Cleveland. Call 216-337-8997 or 216-337-8996 for details.<br />
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<b>Operation STAT open house in Eastlake</b><br />
Operation S.T.A.T. (Standing Tall for American Troops) will host an Open House May 16 at VFW Post 3863, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake.<br />
The event is open to the public and hamburgers and hot dogs will be available. For details, call Adam Cook at 440-413-6225 or email him at Adam@operationstat.org.<br />
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<b>Flag retirement ceremony at Veterans Park</b><br />
Mentor VFW Post 9295 and Boy Scout Troop 75 will host a flag retirement ceremony at 1 p.m. May 17 at Veterans Park, 5730 Hopkins Road in Mentor.<br />
Bring your old and worn flags for proper disposal. The public is welcome.<br />
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<b>Blessing of the bikes in Hambden</b><br />
Hambden Congregational Church, 13840 GAR Highway in Hambden Township, will welcome Rolling Thunder for a bike blessing and veterans tribute service on May 17.<br />
All motorcycles are asked to gather on Chardon Square at 9:30 a.m. for departure at 9:45. The service will begin by 10:30 a.m.<br />
A picnic gathering will follow at Hambden Township Park, 9891 Old State Road in Chardon, following the service.<br />
Please bring a dish to share. Hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks will be provided by Hambden Congregational Church with cooking done by the Chardon VFW. Cleanup and other assistance will be done by the Young Marines.<br />
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<b>Medal of Honor Stories presented at Perry Library</b><br />
Historian Harold George, in full Civil War uniform, will present a program at 7 p.m. May 19 about the Medal of Honor at Perry Public Library, 3753 Main St. in Perry.<br />
More than 3,000 Medals of Honor have been issued for acts of bravery and heroism “above and beyond the call of duty,” but in a few cases, the medal was awarded for rather unique, strange and less than glorious reasons.<br />
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News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6781549112015604830.post-13410208479059268352015-04-30T16:57:00.001-04:002015-04-30T16:57:47.699-04:00Month of May features many dates to rememberMay is a busy month for remembering those in uniform and those who support their efforts.<br />
Military Spouse Appreciation Day is May 8. This day honors those who keep the home fires burning for all of the active duty service personnel.<br />
Peace Officer Memorial Day is May 15,when flags fly at half staff from sunrise to sunset in memory of those officers killed in the line of duty. The third Saturday of the month is set aside as Armed Forces Day, which honors current members of the United States armed forces.<br />
Of course, the month ends with Memorial Day, when the flag is to be flown at half staff from sunrise until noon and then be returned to full staff for the remainder of the day.<br />
Decoration Day, as it was originally called, began in 1866 when the graves of Civil War soldiers were decorated with flowers in their memory. In 1967, the name was changed to Memorial Day by an act of Congress.<br />
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<b>Boulevard of 500 Flags fund raiser a success</b><br />
Joe Strand and the Boulevard of 500 Flags Committee would like to express their thanks to the many volunteers, those who donated to the event, supporters and the attendees of the annual Boulevard Fundraiser. All those involved helped to make the event a wonderful success.<br />
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<b>Work party to raise flags in Eastlake</b><br />
Volunteers are needed to help raise flags and ready the Boulevard of 500 Flags, 35150 Lake Shore Boulevard in Eastlake, for the season.<br />
A work party will begin at 9 a.m. May 2 to sort and raise the flags. In the event of rain, the date will be May 3. If you plan to volunteer, please bring gloves and pliers with you. For details, call Joe Strand at 440-942-9344.<br />
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<b>Painesville legion offers breakfast buffet</b><br />
American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville, will host a breakfast buffet from 9 to 11:30 a.m. May 3.<br />
For details, call the post home at 440-357-7711.<br />
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<b>Car and motorcycle cruise in begins in Willowick</b><br />
Veterans Car and Motorcycle Cruise In will be noon to 4 p.m. every Sunday beginning May 3 at American Legion Post 678, 590 E. 328th Street in Willowick.<br />
All cars and motorcycles are welcome. The registration fee is $5 or a donation for the Homeless Veterans Shelter. Food, drinks, prizes, 50/50 raffle and more will be a part of the fun. For details, call Bob at 216-214-3878 or email sfccola@yahoo.com.<br />
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<b>Squadron serves spaghetti for Mom</b><br />
Civil Air Patrol Squadron OH 252 of Painesville will host a Mother’s Day Spaghetti dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. May 9 at American Legion Post 336, 60 Chester St. in Painesville.<br />
Mothers will eat free, dine in only.<br />
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<b>Mother’s Day brunch in Willoughby Hills</b><br />
Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4358, 29412 White Road in Willoughby Hills, will host a Mother’s Day Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 10.<br />
Tickets are $10 per person and must be purchased by May 3 at the post canteen. This brunch is open to the public. Call Rosina Drenski at 440-944-4903 for more information.<br />
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<b>Catholic War Veterans membership drive</b><br />
The Catholic War Veterans of Lake, John Paul II Post 1959, will host a membership and poppy drive at St. Cyprian’s Church, 4223 Middle Ridge Road in Perry Township, after all Masses on May 16 and 17.<br />
The post also will sell tickets for the reverse raffle on Oct. 24 at Patrician Party Center. Tickets for the event are $65 for main board and $35 for extra dinner ticket. Only 175 of the tickets will be sold. For details, call Bill Varga at 440-352-2315.<br />
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<b>Polish legion auxiliary hosts golf outing</b><br />
Polish Legion of American Veterans Ladies Auxiliary Chapter 31 in Cleveland will host a golf outing at Briardale Greens Golf Course, 24131 Briardale Ave. in Euclid.<br />
The outing begins with a shotgun scramble at 8 a.m. Tickets are $70 per person and include coffee and doughnuts, lunch at the turn, green fees and cart, and a full buffet dinner to follow at PLAV Post 31, 850 E. 200th St. in Cleveland. Call 216-337-8997 or 216-337-8996 for details.<br />
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<b>Operation STAT open house in Eastlake</b><br />
Operation S.T.A.T. (Standing Tall for American Troops) will host an open house on May 16 at VFW Post 3863, 33641 Vine St. in Eastlake.<br />
The event is open to the public and hamburgers and hot dogs will be available. For details, call Adam Cook at 440-413-6225 or email him at Adam@operationstat.org.<br />
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<b>Flag retirement ceremony at Veterans Park</b><br />
Mentor VFW Post 9295 and Boy Scout Troop 75 will host a flag retirement ceremony at 1 p.m. May 17 at Veterans Park, 5730 Hopkins Road in Mentor.<br />
Bring your old and worn flags for proper disposal. The public is welcome.<br />
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<b>Blessing of the bikes in Hambden</b><br />
Hambden Congregational Church, 13840 GAR Highway in Hambden Township, will welcome Rolling Thunder for a bike blessing and veterans tribute service on May 18.<br />
All motorcycles are asked to gather on Chardon Square at 9:30 a.m. for departure at 9:45 a.m. The service will begin by 10:30 a.m.<br />
A picnic will follow at Hambden Township Park, 9891 Old State Road, following the service. Bring a dish to share. Hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks will be provided by Hambden Congregational Church; cooking by the Chardon VFW and the cleanup and other assistance by the Young Marines.<br />
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<b>Medal of Honor Stories presented at Perry Library</b><br />
Historian Harold George, in full Civil War uniform, will present a program about the Medal of Honor at Perry Public Library, 3753 Main St. in Perry at 7 p.m. May 19.<br />
More than 3,000 Medals of Honor have been issued for acts of bravery and heroism. In a few cases, though, the medal was awarded for rather unique, strange, and less-than-glorious reasons.<br />
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<i>To submit items for this column or the online listings, send them to: The News-Herald, Attn.: Larece Galer, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; fax to 440-975-2293; or via email to LGaler@News-Herald.com.</i><br />
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