Category: Volunteering

Commander’s Corner: Veterans Day 2024 Edition

Comrades,

As we approach Veterans Day, I want to take a moment to reflect on the significance of this time of year. It’s not just a day for remembering—it’s a time to reconnect with the values that define us: service, sacrifice, and camaraderie. These values are at the heart of everything we do here at VFW Post 3063.

On Nov. 11 starting at 9 a.m., we will be hosting our Veterans Day Open House. This event is more than just a community gathering—it’s a chance for us to come together as a post, to honor our shared experiences, and to welcome others into our fold. Whether through displaying artifacts, sharing stories, or simply being present, every one of us has something valuable to contribute. We also need volunteers! Please see this sign up for available slots.

I encourage all of you to take part, not just in this event, but in the life of our post. As members we are part of something much bigger than ourselves. Together we have the power to create lasting connections, support each other, and ensure the legacy of our service lives on in our community.

Let’s make this Veterans Day a true celebration of who we are and what we stand for. I look forward to seeing you there.

In comradeship,
Aly Teeter, Commander

Al Simpson Presentation

Comrade Dan Stokke recently visited the home of Comrade Al Simpson, a proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, to present him with a shadow box. This special tribute, courtesy of the Heroes Cafe, honored Al’s dedicated service during the Korean War. Al, who is in good health, was touched by the recognition and shared his hope to attend a meeting again soon. We are grateful to the Heroes Cafe for helping us honor the service of our veterans and for the strong sense of camaraderie that continues to unite us.

Fremont Fair recap

VFW Post 3063 had a fantastic time at the Fremont Fair June 22-23, partnering with our friends with the Fremont Rotary Club! A huge thank you to the rotary for generously sharing their booth space with us. We gave out flags, provided VA and VFW resources, and made custom buttons with our button-making machine. It was great interacting with the public and spending time with our Rotarian friends and Seattle Police Department neighbors. 

We need your help for the Ballard SeafoodFest

Post 3063’s biggest, local outreach event of the year is the annual Ballard SeafoodFest. We’ve reserved an information booth for July 13-14 and we need post comrades and (family members!) to help staff the booth. The schedule and details are linked here; feel free to put yourself on the schedule or contact Aly at [email protected]. Ideally two to three people will sign up per shift.

Thank you in advance to everyone who is willing to take time out from a summer weekend to help with an effort that’s critical for connecting with the local community and recruiting new members.