| Hello Comrades, Thanks to all who volunteered at this year’s Seafood Festival in Ballard. It was hot, but our membership is hotter, and we continued making connections in the community, which may gain us a couple of new members! This is why we leave the walls of our post to meet veterans and let the community know we are present and active. It was good to see new and not-so-new members bonding and representing our post. This post truly represents the best of our nation and its ideals. I am heading to the VFW conference in Columbus the day after our business meeting. Please, tell me what I need to ask on your behalf. I have questions, and I am sure you do too. Let me raise questions for our membership to National. As we move into the fall, let’s set a few priorities: – Our Christmas event must be fantastic. Let’s hear ideas on how to ensure it remains memorable, as always. – Essay Contest participation. If you know youth in this age range, please encourage their involvement. These soft connects are another route to getting word out. – Traditions. There is a tendency to see tradition as outdated or quaint in certain mindsets, but our organization should not be too quick to turn away from the mythos underpinning our beliefs. At business meetings let’s make an effort to adhere to our traditions. At your service, H2 |
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Students help recycle flags
On July 2 students from the Navy National Defense Cadet Corps class at New Market Skills Center (Tumwater School District) helped disassemble around 50 unserviceable flags that were dropped off at Post 3063. They were recycled through one of the Seattle Public Utilities Threadcycle partners. Comrade Teeter also led the students in a lesson on flag etiquite, the mission of the VFW and military service.
Post receives membership award
On July 3 leadership of VFW Post 3063 was presented with a certficate of achievement from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Dept of Washington for obtaining 100% membership for the 2024-2025 VFW year. The post recruited and retained 108% of their membership for the year, going above and beyond the yearly goal.
SeafoodFest recap
A huge shoutout to everyone who came out to support VFW Post 3063 at the Ballard SeafoodFest on July 12 – 13!
We’re incredibly grateful for those who helped set up and staff our booth throughout the weekend. Your time, energy, and dedication to our veteran community made a big impact and helped us connect with so many great folks in Ballard.
Post Picnic Aug. 17 at Golden Gardens
Come enjoy burgers, hotdogs, and good company at our upcoming picnic!
When: August 17, 11 am – 3 pm
Where: Golden Gardens, Picnic Shelter 1
The post will provide all the main items and supplies, but we’re asking members to help by bringing sides, desserts, or drinks. Bring your friends and family, sports equipment, beach gear, and sunblock. We’ll have music for everyone to enjoy!
Please RSVP by August 15 to [email protected]. Let us know what delicious item you’ll be bringing by signing up here: