https://vfwseattle.org/categories/newsletter/ Recent content in Newsletter on VFW Post 3063 - Seattle Hugo -- gohugo.io en-us Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:33:43 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2026-newsletter-posted/ Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:33:43 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2026-newsletter-posted/ Check out the August 2026 Newsletter here! https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-2026-newsletter-posted/ Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:31:39 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-2026-newsletter-posted/ Check out the July 2026 Newsletter here! https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2026-newsletter-posted-2/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:53:47 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2026-newsletter-posted-2/ Check out the May 2026 Newsletter here! https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2026-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:51:23 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2026-newsletter-posted/ Check out the April 2026 Newsletter here! https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2026-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:48:26 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2026-newsletter-posted/ Check out the March 2026 Newsletter here! https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2023-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2023-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s May 2023 newsletter is available. Highlights include: Auxiliary organizing Pancake Feed, need volunteers!Day of Service: May 27Join us at the Syttende Mai ParadePost sponsors USAF band performance at Benaroya HallArmed Forces Day-themed social happening May 18Commander’s Corner (May 2023) https://vfwseattle.org/news/april-2023-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/april-2023-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s April 2023 newsletter is available. Highlights include: Commander's CornerQuartermaster UpdateTrivia night April 20Lounge updateDistrict 2 fundraiser features camaraderie and Traditional Irish musicWelcome, new members!Post hosts blood drive April 13Post recycles 125 flags https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2023-newsletter-posted/ Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2023-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s March 2023 newsletter is available. Highlights include: Mardi Gras Re-capFlag recycling event March 25Post re-branding updatePost 3063 hosts District 2 Fundraiser March 16Commander’s Corner (March 2023) https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2023-newsletter-posted/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2023-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s February 2023 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: January Blood Drive Results; Commander’s Corner: February 2023; Mardi Gras for February Social; Service Officer Update; MREs+Trivia Recap; and Mid-Winter Conference Brings Comrades and Essay Finalists to Yakima. https://vfwseattle.org/news/january-2023-newsletter-posted/ Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/january-2023-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s January 2023 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Commander’s Corner; Quartermaster's Update; January Social with MRES and Trivia; January Blood Drive at the Post; Holiday Party Spotlights Youth Essay Participants; New Members; Toy Drive at the Post; and Post Comrades Continue Wreaths Across America Tradition. https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2022-newsletter-posted/ Sat, 03 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s December 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner; Mural Event Brings Mayor to Post 3063; Seattle Civic Band Concert; Veterans Day Blood Drive Results; November Social Honors Service; December Social Celebrates the Holidays; Joint Service Event with Scouts and DAR; Queen Anne & Magnolia News Profiles Comrade Bob Kettle; and New Lifetime Pass to National Parks for Veterans. https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2022-newsletter-posted/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s November 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include Commander's Corner; Spaghetti Feed a Big Success; Seeligs Receive Service Award; Seattle Civic Band Concert; Help Paint Our Mural; and Veterans Day Blood Drive. https://vfwseattle.org/news/october-2022-newsletter-posted/ Sat, 01 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/october-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s October 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include Commander's Corner; Quartermaster's Update; Annual Post Fundraiser Oct. 22; Essays Due Oct. 31; Post Sponsoring Veterans Day Blood Drive; In Memoriam; and New Members. https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2022-newsletter-posted/ Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s September 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include Commander's Corner; Spaghetti Fundraiser Oct. 22; Comrades and Families Enjoy Annual Post Picnic; Honor Guard Scatters Ashes at Sea; PACT Act Signed into Law and Youth Essays Due Oct. 31. https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2022-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s August 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include Commander's Corner; Annual Post Picnic; Ballard SeafoodFest; Post Delegates Attend National Convention; Veteran of the Year; Northwest Justice Project Veteran Legal Help and 5th Annual Serving Those Who Served Conference. https://vfwseattle.org/news/3rd-quarter-2022-newsletter-posted/ Sat, 02 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/3rd-quarter-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 3rd Quarter 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include Commander's Corner; Quartermaster's Update; Annual Post Picnic; In Memoriam; and New Members. https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-2022-newsletter-posted/ Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s June 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include Commander’s Corner; Day of Service at the Post; Comrade Brunstad's Puget Sound Honor Flight Recap; Veterans visit Queen Anne Healthcare; Syttende Mai Parade; and 2022-2023 Officers Installed. https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2022-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 02 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s May 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include Commander's Corner; Day of Service May 21 at the Post; Volunteer Opportunity: Connect with Veterans at Queen Anne Healthcare; In Memoriam: Justin Fitch; Ann Leake, Our Special Santa, Passes Away at 93; Exchange Benefit Eligibility Expanded; and 2022 Youth Essay Topics Posted. https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2022-newsletter-posted/ Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 2nd Quarter 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include Commander's Corner; Quartermaster's Update; Join the Inaugural VFW Day of Service; In Memoriam: Chuck Tuft; Service Throwback: Gail Engler; and From the Desk of the Post Service Officer. https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2022-newsletter-posted/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s March 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner; Hybrid March Business Meeting; St. Patrick's Social; Ballard SeafoodFest Returning; VA Disability and SSDI; and Free Tax Prep Available. https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2022-newsletter-posted/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s February 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Memorial Stadium Neglect, Future in Question; Ft. Lawton Murder Case Sets the Scene For I Corps JAG Professional Development; Ft. Lawton Exhibit Now On Display at Seattle Center; Emergency Need for Blood Donors; In Memoriam: Orville Anderson; Support Sponsored Troop Cookie Sales; and Veterans Can Take Advantage of Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. https://vfwseattle.org/news/1st-quarter-2022-newsletter-posted/ Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/1st-quarter-2022-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 1st Quarter 2022 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner; Quartermaster's Update; Holidays Celebrated at Post 3063; Post Santa, Ann Leake, Featured in Seattle Times Video; Wreaths Across America 2021; All Three Youth Essay Winners Place at District Level; New Member Spotlight: Mark English and In Memoriam: Harland Goodrich. https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2021-newsletter-posted/ Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s December 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner; Quartermaster's Update; Boy Scouts Attend Thanksgiving Social; Navigators Learn About Service; Service Throwback: Bill Griffith; and Agent Orange Exposure and VA Disability Compensation. https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2021-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s November 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner; Quartermaster's Update; Annual Fundraiser a Success; Service Throwback; Joint Toy Drive with Scouts at the Post; VA Extends Presumptive Period for Persian Gulf War Veterans and Touch of Light Event. https://vfwseattle.org/news/4th-quarter-2021-newsletter-posted/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/4th-quarter-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 4th Quarter 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander’s Corner; Quartermaster's Update; Help Needed for Fundraiser; and Officer Spotlight on the Post Surgeon. https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2021-newsletter-posted/ Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s September 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner; Thoughts on Afghanistan; Food, Games and Comradeship Enjoyed at Annual Post Picnic; VFW 122nd National Convention Recap; and Disabled Vets Eligible for Lifetime State Parks Pass. https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2021-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s August 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Enjoy Summer Fun and Comradeship at the Post Picnic; Comrade Ellingboe's Photos from Vietnam; Spaghetti Fundraiser: Save the Date; American Forces Travel Privileges Extended to Eligible Veterans; Veteran Discounts Available Year Round; and Veterans Could Be Targets of Pension Poaching Scams https://vfwseattle.org/news/3rd-quarter-2021-newsletter-posted/ Sat, 03 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/3rd-quarter-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 3rd Quarter 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander’s Corner (July 2021); Officer Spotlight: Dan Stokke, Post 3063 Judge Advocate; Quartermaster’s Update (July 2021); Post Receives State Awards at Department Annual Convention; and The Law of Unforeseen Circumstances. https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-2021-newsletter-posted/ Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s June 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner 2021-2022 Officers Sworn In Newsletter Places Third in National Contest Service Throwback: Al Simpson https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2021-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 03 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s May 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner: May 2021; Bugle Calls at National Vietnam War Veterans Day Ceremony in Shoreline; Pizzas for Queen Anne Food Bank Guardsmen; Hybrid Approach to Business Meetings; Service Throwback: Paul Pioli; and Get Your Covid-19 Vaccine From VA. https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2021-newsletter-posted/ Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 2nd Quarter 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: From the Commander; Quartermaster’s Update; Empty Lot Next to Post to Become EV Charging Site; The Surgeon Says: Covid-19 Update About Vaccines; 0 to 100+ Project Launch Includes Post 3063 Member Portraits; Thanks to FRIHET, Say Goodbye to Smoke Stained Ceilings; New Member Spotlight: Shennae Curtis; and Service Throwbacks: Comrades Kettle and Rodenberger. https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2021-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 01 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s March 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: The Surgeon Says: Covid-19 Update; Get Your Covid-19 Vaccine From VA; 0 to 100 Project Launch Includes Post 3063 Member Portraits; Service Flashback: Robert Kettle; Empty Lot Next to Post 3063 Slated to Become Electric Vehicle Charging Site; Save on Online Shopping; Your New VA Welcome Kit; and Upgrade Your Military Discharge. https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2021-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s February 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: How to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine; Goodbye to Smoke Stained Ceilings; Service Flashback: Harold Rodenberger; Veterans Share Their Stories on Desert Storm's 30th Anniversary; File Your Federal Taxes Online for Free; and Learn How to Use the GI Bill to Pay for Specific Training Programs. https://vfwseattle.org/news/1st-quarter-2021-newsletter-posted/ Fri, 01 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/1st-quarter-2021-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 1st Quarter 2021 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: From the Commander; Quartermaster’s Update; Chef Kay’s Crew Prepares Record Number of Social Meals; Caring for Those In Need During the Holiday Season; and Officer Spotlight: Jr. Vice Commander Alyson Teeter. https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2020-newsletter-posted/ Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2020-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s December 2020 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Past Commander Oscar Borchelt Turns 100; Our Post Assembles Buddy Poppies (Part 2); Comrade Tamayao Receives IG hat; Service Flashback: Joseph Mesa; Compliments to the Chef; Overview of VA Appeals; Free Entrance to National Parks; and When COVID-19 Vaccine Comes, VA Will Be Ready. https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2020-newsletter-posted/ Sun, 01 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2020-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s November 2020 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander's Corner Our Post Assembles Buddy Poppies Service Flashback: Wally Michl Get Your Flu Shot Today! New WDVA Podcast Available Free Audio Books for Veterans with Disabilities VA’s Collaboration with NARA Digitizes Vietnam-era Deck Logs https://vfwseattle.org/news/4th-quarter-2020-newsletter-posted/ Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/4th-quarter-2020-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 4th Quarter 2020 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: From the Commander; Quartermaster’s Update; Update on Covid-19 and Don’t Forget to Wear Your Mask; Youth Essay Entries Due October 31; Fighting Flu Together: Get an Immunization!; Officer Spotlight: Sr. Vice Commander Bryce White; and Service Flashback: Please Send Us Your Photos. https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2020-newsletter-posted/ Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2020-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s September 2020 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander’s Corner; Fundraiser Information; Essay Contest Information; Considerations for Mask Wear; Service Flashback: Russ Seelig; Department 2020 Information and the 2019 VSHSL Annual Report. https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2020-newsletter-posted/ Sat, 01 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2020-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s August 2020 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Commander’s Corner (August 2020): We Need Your Help; Quartermaster Update for the 'New Year'; Annual Fundraiser Still On for September; Protecting Veterans returning for in-person care; and VA Health Administration YouTube Channel. https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-2020-newsletter-posted/ Wed, 01 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-2020-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 3rd Quarter 2020 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: From the Commander; Quartermaster’s Update; From the Outgoing Commander; Still Zoomin’ for July 2 Business Meeting; Take Out Socials a Hit with Post Membership; and Post 3063 Officer Spotlight: Commander Joe Fitzgerald. https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-2020-newsletter-posted/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-2020-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s June 2020 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Post 3063 Reaches a Milestone; Still 'Zoomin' For June Business Meeting; Comrades Connect Virtually; and May Social Feeds 65 Comrades and Family Members. https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2020-newsletter-posted/ Fri, 01 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2020-newsletter-posted/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s May 2020 newsletter is posted here. Highlights include: Post 2020-2021 Election Results; VFW Cancels Reno National Convention; Take Out Social at Post 3063; Thank You to the Guardsmen at Ballard Food Bank; Letter to Fundraiser Donors and VA COVID-19 Resources. https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2020-newsletter-available/ Wed, 01 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2020-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 1st Quarter 2020 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: From the Commander; Quartermaster’s Update; COVID-19 Post and VFW Impacts; Highlights From the Mid-Winter Convention; VFW Washington State Middle School Teacher of the Year; and New Member Spotlight: Marleen Madding https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2020-newsletter-available/ Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2020-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s March newsletter is available here. Highlights include: VFW Washington State Middle School Teacher of the Year; Coronavirus: Tips from the VA; VFW Celebrates Women’s History Month; 75th Anniversary of the Flag Raising at Iwo Jima; The Great American Spit Out Challenges Veterans to Quit Smokeless Tobacco; WDVA Legislative Updates; Join the VFW’s #StillServing Campaign; and Post Elections Start March Business Meeting. https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2020-newsletter-available/ Sat, 01 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2020-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s February newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Highlights From the Mid-Winter Convention; Comrade Tamayao Administers Oath of Office to New City Councilmember (Facebook Link); Veterans Must Remain Vigilant Online; DoD Answers Top 10 Questions on Expanded Commissary, Exchange, MWR Access; and Blue Water Navy: Briefing for Veterans, Survivors and Their Family members. https://vfwseattle.org/news/1st-quarter-2020-newsletter-available/ Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/1st-quarter-2020-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 1st Quarter 2020 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Quartermaster’s Update, Wreaths Across America: Remember – Honor – Teach, Post Reps Present Certificates to Essay Writers and Teacher of the Year, New Member Spotlight: Justin Fitch, and Post 3063 New Members (4th Quarter) https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2019-newsletter-available/ Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2019-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s December 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Post Announces Annual Essay Winners; Seattle Civic Band Partners with Post 3063; Thank You to Our VAMC Volunteers; Wreaths Across America at Lake View Cemetery; Online Health Library Available for Veterans and Celebrate the Holidays at Post 3063. https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2019-newsletter-available/ Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2019-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s November 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Seattle Civic Band to Play Concert for Veterans at Post, Post Members Retire Unserviceable Flags, A Touch of Light Reps Visit Post 3063, Veterans Day Discounts 2019 and Together We Served: A Website to Help You Find Old Service-Friends. https://vfwseattle.org/news/4th-quarter-2019-newsletter-available/ Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/4th-quarter-2019-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 4th Quarter 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: From the Commander; Quartermaster’s Update; Annual Fundraiser Yet Again an Outstanding Success; Raffle Prize Gifted to Former Vietnam POW; Post 3063 New Members (3rd Quarter); and New Member Spotlight: Cole Russell. https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2019-newsletter-available/ Sun, 01 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2019-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s September 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Raffle Donation Update; Buy Tickets NOW for Spaghetti Fundraiser Sept. 14; 2019 National Convention Recap; In Memoriam: Remembering Bob Drew; Youth Essay Deadline Approaching; and AARP Provides Anti-Fraud Info at Post Social. https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2019-newsletter-available/ Thu, 01 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2019-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s August 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Save the Date for the Annual Spaghetti Fundraiser Sept. 14; Discounted Tickets for “Glorious”; Post Represents at Ballard Seafood Fest; VFW Snaps 27-year Membership Decline; and New York Veteran Elected New VFW National Commander. https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-2019-newsletter-available/ Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-2019-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 3rd Quarter 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: From the Commander; Quartermaster’s Update; Farewell From the Outgoing Commander; Building Update: Architect Consultants Wrap Up Building Study; Comrade Rodenberger Awarded State’s Veteran of the Year; Ballard 19 Author Publishes New Book About Local OIF Hero; Volunteer at the Ballard Seafood Fest; and Seelig’s Hosting First Annual Post Picnic. https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2019-newsletter-available/ Wed, 01 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2019-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s May 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Post 2019-2020 Election in May; Volunteer at the Ballard Farmer’s Market; VFW Represents at Run As One; and VFW National Commander Visits Seattle. https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2019-newsletter-available/ Mon, 01 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2019-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 2nd Quarter 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: From the Commander; Quartermaster’s Update; Auxiliary President’s Update; Post Members Build Community, Raise Money with Stew & Music; Mid-Winter Conference 2019 Recap; New Member Spotlight; and Yoga is Back at the Post. https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2019-e-newsletter-available/ Fri, 01 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2019-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s February 2019 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Voice of Democracy Winner’s Essay: Why My Vote Matters; Meet the Shredding Crew; Disabled Veterans Can Now Fly Space-A; Military Funeral Honors “Honoring Those Who Served”; Lending a Helping Hand; and Post Represents at County Vets Event. https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Wed, 19 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s December 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Meet Our New Service Officer: Leo Potts; Tis the Season to Give Blood; VFW Announces New Brand Identity; Holiday Party Dec. 13; Hamilton Middle School Students Send Thank Yous; and New Year: Shred Old Paperwork. https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Fri, 02 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s November 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: New Chief Vows to ‘Make it Happen’; Free Flu Shots for Enrolled Veterans at Walgreens; Annual Burger King Fundraiser Set to Begin Nov. 1; World War I Centennial & 2018 Veterans Day Event; Post Opens Up for Trick or Treat Ballard; and Post Thanks Gail Engler for Her Service. https://vfwseattle.org/news/october-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Mon, 01 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/october-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s October 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Commander, Quartermaster, and Auxiliary commentaries; Annual Spaghetti Fundraiser Volunteers’ Hard Work Pays Off; Comrades Cavin and Rose Fight Food Insecurity, Teach BLS; Recap: VFW National Convention 2018 and New Member Spotlight. https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Sat, 01 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s September 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Buy Your Fundraiser Tickets; Community Service Reporting; VFW Remembers Sen. John McCain; Disabled Veterans Will Soon be Able to Fly Space-A; and Veterans Committees Pressure VA to Conduct Cannabis Research. https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Thu, 02 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s August 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: VFW National Convention Trip Report; From the Auxiliary: Vacationing Vet; Comrade Al Simpson Receives the Ambassador for Peace Medal; Post and Boy Scouts Team Up to Retire Flags; Call Out For Fundraising Donations; and Victory Garden Update. https://vfwseattle.org/news/3rd-quarter-2018-newsletter-available-for-download/ Sun, 01 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/3rd-quarter-2018-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 3rd Quarter 2018 newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Commander and Quartermaster updates; Post Garners Recognition at Convention: All State, Newsletter; and Post 3063 in the News. If you wish to subscribe to our newsletter, please contact the adjutant. https://vfwseattle.org/news/all-state-post/ Mon, 25 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/all-state-post/ By Alyson Teeter Post delegates attended the VFW Department of Washington’s 2018 State Convention in Bremerton June 21-23. The convention started with a joint session with the auxiliary that featured numerous guest speakers, including Governor Jay Inslee and VFW Auxiliary National President Dee Guillory. During the joint session, awards were also presented, and our post newsletter, the Ballard Eagleson Patriot, won first place in the Class I category. Various committees met for business, by-law changes were voted on, and department leadership was elected and installed for the new year. https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Fri, 01 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s June 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Auxiliary President’s June Update; 2018-2019 Officers Installed; Green Thumbs Create Victory Garden Behind Post; New Member Profile: Chris Dresnek; Bingo Night at the Seattle VAMC; Post Commander Presents Award to AFROTC Cadet; and Buddy Poppies on Memorial Day. If you wish to subscribe to our newsletter, please contact the adjutant. https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Wed, 02 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s May 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Today is Loyalty Day; Standing Watch at Herb Leake Interment; Honoring our Korean War Veterans; Glass Blowing Project Honors Doughboys; New Member Spotlight; In Memoriam: Bob Ferguell; Post Achieves 100% Membership; and We Need Board Games. https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2018-newsletter-available-for-download/ Mon, 02 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/2nd-quarter-2018-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 2nd Quarter 2018 print newsletter is available here. Highlights include From the Commander column; Quartermaster Update; Tiny House Homeless Encampment Moves to Northlake; Auxiliary President Recognizes District, State Officers; New Member Spotlight; and MIA Comrades: Let Us Know How You Are Doing. https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Thu, 01 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s March 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Post Adjutant Outlines Communication Initiatives; Sr. Vice has Recruiting Plans; KOMO 4 News Update on Tiny House Village Move; VA Resumes Online Applications for New ID Cards; and The Iraq War: VFW Members Take a Look Back. https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Thu, 01 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-2018-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s February 2018 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include: Greetings from the Newly-Elected Auxiliary President; Trip Report: Mid-Winter Conference 2018; Tips From the Post Service Officer; Seven Post Honor Guard Members Participate in Wreaths Across America Ceremony; and The Last Best Place. https://vfwseattle.org/news/1st-quarter-newsletter-available-for-download/ Tue, 02 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/1st-quarter-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s 1st Quarter 2018 print newsletter is available here. Highlights include From the Commander column; Quartermaster Update; Young and Old Celebrate the Holidays Together at Post 3063; Zoom Software Digitally Connects Members to Post Meetings; and Herb Leake: Engineer, Aid to MacArthur & Devoted Husband. https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2017-e-newsletter-available/ Thu, 14 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-2017-e-newsletter-available/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s December 2017 e-newsletter is available here. Highlights include From the Commander column; Boy Scouts Receive Donation from Post; Why Use Vetverify.org and ID.me; Auxiliary Coordinating Holiday Food Drive; 48-Star Flag Available; Survey Finds Military Vets are More Likely to be Scam Victims; and In Memoriam. https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Tue, 31 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s November 2017 newsletter is available for download here. Highlights include Michael Lawrence Receives Legacy Life Membership; Members visit Tacoma’s Horse Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers Museum; Comrade Turner’s Daughter Winning Fight Against Cancer; King County Vets Consortium Chair Discusses Prop 1; VA Hospital Visit Planned For Nov. 10; In Memoriam; and the Veterans Day Events Calendar. https://vfwseattle.org/news/october-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Sun, 01 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/october-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s October 2017 newsletter is available for download here. Highlights include September Spaghetti Fundraiser Nets $4K for Relief Fund; 105 year-old WWII Vet Joins Post During Birthday Party; Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen Essays due Oct. 31; and Veteran Designation Available for WA State Driver’s Licenses. https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Thu, 31 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s September 2017 newsletter is available for download here. Highlights include Post 3063 Reps Attend National Convention in New Orleans; Ken Burns Vietnam Documentary Airs Sept. 17 on PBS; VA Coordinator Needed; Fundraiser Quickly Approaching; WDVA hosting Women Veterans Summit in Lynnwood Sept. 16; and Color Guard Represents. https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Tue, 01 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s August 2017 newsletter is available for download here. Highlights include Commander and QM Receive White Hats at State Convention; Fishing For Members; Member in Distress: Comrade’s Daughter Fighting Cancer; Past Commander Pinning; In Memoriam; Post Members Trekking in Nepal; and Spaghetti Raffle Flyer. https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Sat, 01 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-2017-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s July 2017 newsletter is available for download here. Highlights include Commander Krawitz’s first column; Post Members Participate in Area Memorial Day Events; Redding VFW Post 1934 Goes Above and Beyond; Post to Host Shredding Truck July 8, Noon to 3 p.m.; In Memoriam; Spaghetti Raffle Flyer. https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-newsletter-available-for-download-2/ Thu, 01 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-newsletter-available-for-download-2/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s June 2017 newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of June’s issue include: Commander Tamayao’s Farewell Note; Post and Auxiliary Officers Installed During May Meeting; How to Gain an Honor Degree…With the Cooties; Service Officer Update: Get Your Documents in Order; New Yoga Instructor, New Time. https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-newsletter-available-for-download/ Mon, 01 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s May 2017 newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of May’s issue include: Post Elects 2017-2018 Officers; Post and Sea Cadet Corps Recognize Jessica Chacko’s Service; Museum of Flight Profile of New Member, Bob Drew; and Members Away From Home Profile of Georgia Warrix. https://vfwseattle.org/news/april-newsletter-available-for-download/ Sat, 01 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/april-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s April 2017 newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of April’s issue include: What is District 2 and What Does It Do?; VFW Supports World War I Centennial Activities; Members Away from Home Profile: Sean Digre; and VSO talks VA benefits. https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-newsletter-available-for-download/ Thu, 02 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/march-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s March newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of March’s issue include: Commander and Quartermaster commentaries; Post adopts Boy Scout Troop 80, donates $200 for camping gear; Post reps attend state’s 70th Annual Mid-Winter Conference; John R. Shrewsbury, World II Vet, passes away at 101; and Officer Profile: Gail Engler, Post 3063 Service Officer. https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-newsletter-available-for-download-2/ Wed, 01 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/february-newsletter-available-for-download-2/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s February newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of February’s issue include: Commander and Quartermaster commentaries; Post sends care packages to deployed members; Changing times requires emphasis on recruiting, membership; Officer Profile: Bill Griffith, Post 3063 Chaplain; and DoD Extends Online Exchange Shopping to Veterans. https://vfwseattle.org/news/january-newsletter-available-for-download/ Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/january-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s January newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of January’s issue include: Post raises $1.2K for VFW National Home for Children during business meeting. Members and guests celebrate the holidays at Post 3063. Officer Profile: John Hoglund, Post 3063 Judge Advocate. Post participates in Wreaths Across America ceremony . Post Voice of Democracy Essay Winner: Jessica Chacko. Children from local schools send Veterans Day letters to post members. https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-newsletter-available-for-download/ Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/december-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s December newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of December’s issue include: Post honors its World War II veterans; Chuck Murrell added to Seattle VAMC’s ‘Wall of Heroes;’ and UW hosts post color guard at Veterans Day library event. https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-newsletter-available-for-download/ Tue, 01 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/november-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s November newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of November’s issue include: Ballard Eighteen becomes Nineteen; Post provides honor guard for Mariano Berona’s funeral; and how the VFW stays tax-exempt. https://vfwseattle.org/news/october-newsletter-available-for-download/ Sat, 01 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/october-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s October newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of October’s issue include: Post hosts District 2 meeting. Volunteers visit the Seattle VAMC on Labor Day. VA and Walgreens team up to provide flu vaccinations. https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-newsletter-available-for-download/ Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/september-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s September newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of September’s issue include: Report on the VFW National Convention. Benefits of a Lifetime Membership. A profile of Post 3063 Sr. Vice Commander and Adjutant Pete Krawitz. https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-newsletter-available-for-download/ Tue, 02 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/august-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s August newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of August’s issue include: Report on the VFW State Convention. Post volunteers celebrate the 4th with Seattle VA patients. Awards presented to members for many achievements. A profile of Post 3063 Commander Nestor Tamayo. https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-newsletter-available-for-download/ Sat, 02 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/july-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s July newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of July’s issue include: First post flag retirement ceremony held in 35 years. Military Songs: A Brief History. University of Washington hosts World War I Exhibit. 51st Expeditionary Signal Battalion commemorates 100th Anniversary. https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-newsletter-available-for-download/ Thu, 09 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/june-newsletter-available-for-download/ Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063’s June newsletter is available for download here. Highlights of June’s issue include: Post hosts Spaghetti Feed and Raffle Fundraiser. An explanation of how the VFW is a non-profit entity. How medical marijuana may soon be an option for vets. A look at an important engagement that preceded two battles so decisive, they could have changed our present. https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2016-newsletter/ Sat, 30 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://vfwseattle.org/news/may-2016-newsletter/ The May 2016 newsletter is hot off the presses! Highlights include: A look back at the post's history. Memorial Day Post 3063 events. Commander Stoltz's participation in the Seattle Police Pipes & Drums (SPP&D).   The newsletter is available for download here.