Author: ateeter

Day of Service: May 27

Post 3063 is proud to participate in the National VFW’s Day of Service program. In May posts around the country are organizing service events in order to give back to their communities. We will do the same by picking up litter at Golden Gardens on May 27 at 2 pm. Comrade Jesse Basher has reserved a shelter on the north end of the park so be prepared to meet there or talk to him if you’re interested in shuttling from the Ballard Elks. Also bring a dish and beverages for the cookout. (We’ll provide the meat, buns and condiments…and also Gatorade, of course!)

Join us at the Syttende Mai Parade

Mark your calendars for Syttende Mai aka the 17th of May, which is Norway’s Constitution Day. It’s a big holiday for Ballard with the large population of Norwegian descendants and the community puts on a parade to commemorate the day. Last year the post revived the tradition of participating in the parade and we will do it again this year! Let Comrade Joe Fitzgerald know at [email protected] if you’d like to join in the fun. Family and friends are welcome to participate as well.

Post sponsors USAF band performance at Benaroya Hall

Members of the public were treated to a free performance April 28 at Benaroya Hall courtesy of the USAF Band of the Golden West. VFW Post 3063 leadership was proud to sponsor this performance by talented Air Force musicians that featured jazz and patriotic music. The Seattle performance was one of many concerts held through out the state. The band is stationed at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. and is the only active duty U.S. Air Force band west of the Rockies.

Armed Forces Day-themed social happening May 18

Continuing our efforts to engage the community, we are organizing an Armed Forces Day-themed social on May 18. The event will feature a special performance by the esteemed I Corps Brass Quintet. Additionally, the Washington National Guard’s 181st BSB A co static display will allow attendees to get an up-close look at military equipment and vehicles. Please RSVP with Aly by May 16 at [email protected].