by the gulf vfw mar-apr 16 newsletter … · · 2016-03-03by the gulf “there are no strangers...

VFW POST 8118 VENICE, FLORIDA

TAMIAMI MEMORIALBy the Gulf

“There are no

strangers here...

...Just friends you haven’t met”

March / April 2016, #2

We lost a great person and our current chaplain, Vietnam Veteran and great friend Amedee Melanson, known by all simply as “Medee” on New Year’s day. You will be missed by all who knew you, RIP my friend and “brother”. It is hard to believe that 2 months have quickly passed in 2016. I hope the holidays went well for you, your family and friends. We have many things happening here at the post before our northern friends leave us to return home. The Post will have a St Patrick ’s Day party, Thursday March 17th with the corn beef and cabbage dinner from 4:30-7:00 pm put on by the Auxiliary. Great food, as always, provided by our Auxiliary!! Tickets can be purchased at the Bar for only $15.00. Entertainment will be provided by Spotlight, Gil and Rhonda and maybe some surprise guests. It will be a filling and fun night, so “b wearing yur green”!! On Weds April 6th we will have our Members, bartenders and volunteer appreciation day. $1.00 drafts all day, great food, raffle prizes and entertainment. A big Thank You to all who make Post 8118 a shining star in District 10 and the Department of Florida. For the next 3 regular post meetings, March-April-May we will be having a raffle, for anyone attending, of a $100.00 Ticket that will be entered at the VFW State Convention drawing in June for a final prize of $10,000.00. Come to the meeting and get involved. Post nominations begin at the March meeting and elections for Post officers will finalized at the April meeting. Come to the meetings! This Post needs volunteers for all functions. You want to en-joy the events, the great food and all but they just don’t happen by themselves. Spare a little time and contribute to your post, it won’t go unnoticed. Thank you for your support to Post 8118. Christopher Casey Commander 2015-2016

Spring is right around the corner. Easter is early Sun. March 27Th, so our Northern friends will be heading home soon. We wish everyone a safe trip and look forward to your return.

I want to thank everyone for the great turn out at our Voice of Democracy and Patriots Pen Award Ceremony in Jan. It was a very special night for our winners. As the essays were read we all realized these young people are the future of our country. Patriots pen winners received 1st place $200, 2nd place $150 & 3rd place $100. Each winner received a certificate of achievement, an award medal, pin, pen, notepad, roses and an American flag. The Voice of Democracy Winner received $500 an award plaque, award medal, pin, pen notepad, roses and an American flag. Voice of Democracy winner also was 3rd place winner in District 10. Cake and soft drinks were served as we got to know our winners and their families. Essays and pictures of winners are on bulletin board in canteen. Thank you Ted for doing the calligraphy on our certificates.

Mardi Gras was a great success fun was had by all. Marietta Jones was crowned Queen and Bob Miller King so please treat them Royally. Thanks Amber, Roger and Brenda for the great meal. Rick and Pat did a great job with the 50-50 $190 to the winner. Decorations were awesome thanks to the decorating team. We were able to send $1000 to our Department President’s special project K9S for Warriors helping our heroes with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. Team work works.

Claire, Debbie Kay, Marty and I attended Midwinter Convention. We listened and learned a lot at the meetings. Please bear with us as we learn all the new rules and ways of doing things, as we become one Auxiliary. Our new Charter is hanging next to the old one in the hall. We now have 20 male members. Debbie did our World poppy display at convention you can see it at the Post. Great job, Deb.

St Paddy’s Day dinner is Thurs March 17th Dinner 4:30 -7:00pm. Music by Spot Light 7:00-10:pm. Tickets $15. Come and join the fun.

March 19th we will have a bus ride to the Fort Mc Coy picnic. Men’s Auxiliary is supplying bus free of charge. Sign up, sheet in Canteen. A lot of our fund raising goes here to make it a special place for our heroes and families. Join us meet the residents tour our Veterans Home and have fun at the picnic. See Marty Chris or me for picnic tickets and questions.

Nominations & elections will be held at our April meeting Wed. April 20th. Please attend and nominate and elect your new officers. Any member in good standing can run Yes, you can nominate yourself. Anyone wanting to be an officer please take time to learn what the office entails. This is a yearlong commitment and not to be taken lightly.

Due to costs Philly Steaks will be $7 as of March 3rd. Respectfully Sally Carmello Auxiliary President

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Commander Message VFW Auxiliary Message

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Food for thought... Great people talk about IDEAS.Average people talk bout THINGSLesser people talk about OTHER PEOPLE

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We are no longer accepting applications to the Men’s auxiliary at Post 8118. Please join the Auxiliary. If you haven’t renewed yet, please join the Auxiliary. Dues are $30/ yr. Submit eligibility with application.

Eagle scout scholarship applications are available at the Post and Rotary Futures office at Venice High School. For information contact Marty Wise II at 813-624-7378.

We are sponsoring another bus trip Saturday, March 19, to Veteran’s Village at Ft McCoy, near Ocala. This is a day trip to a BBQ with music, raffles and auctions. Bus will leave the Post parking lot at 9:30 am. and return by 7pm. Any one wanting to go needs a $10 ticket in hand or prepay $10 for ticket at canteen to board the 47 passenger bus. BYOB on bus. Look for sign-up sheet at Post or call Marty at 813-624-7378.

For GOD and COUNTRY Eric Fafejta, President, Men’s Auxiliary

VFW 8118 E-Mail is:[email protected] Auxiliary: [email protected]’s Auxiliary: [email protected] Site: VFW8118.com

Your Newsletter Editor is: Ron Cogswell

Postal Regulation:Title of Publication: Tamiami MemorialIssue Date & Number appears on cover: Published bi-monthlyName and Address of Organization: V.F.W. Post 8118 & Auxiliary832 East Venice Ave. Venice, Florida 34285

2015-2016 Post OfficersCommander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christopher CaseySr. Vice Commander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gary StevensonJr. Vice Commander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert MillerQuartermaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michael SomsenChaplain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VacantSurgeon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Donald PayneTrustee 3 yr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . William BowenTrustee 2 yr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John GulittiTrustee 1 yr.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . William AlexanderAdjutant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ron CogswellJudge Advocate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim MowatService Officer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . William BowenGuard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VacantMembership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ron Cogswell

VFW Auxilary OfficersPresident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sally CarmelloSr. Vice President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Claire WaltersJr. Vice President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diane NissenTreasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fran JeffreySecretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carol CraftChaplain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stephanie SelfridgeConductress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joyce FafejtaGuard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jean BishopTrustee 3yr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norma Mac MillanTrustee 2 yr.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carlene Wilson Trustee 1yr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Eunice Nagel

Men’s Auxilary OfficersPresident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eric FafejtaSr. Vice President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan KiskisJr. Vice President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Timoney SrTreasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lyle PottebaumSecretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Martin Wise IIChaplain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VacantTrustee 3 yr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Martin Wise IITrustee 2 yr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Butch LianaTrustee 1 yr.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John GageGuard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vacant

The purpose of this corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable and educational; to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the history and memory of our dead, and assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of

America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of the American freedom; and to preserve and defend the United States from her enemies.

Men’s Auxiliary Message

Post Anonymous donation $100, in memo-ry of those who have gone before us.Gold Booster: $50.In memory of Donna A. Cogswell, from Ron Cogswell (7-16), Ken & Pat Baier (9-16) John Gulitti & Grace Hawes (11-16) Michael & Lorraine Cordasco (3-18)

Booster ClubPlease become a part of the team!

• Diamond Booster - $25 • Gold Booster - $50Your name will appear in the booster column for one

full year. Fill in the form below and mail it to the Post at 832 East Venice Ave. Venice, Florida 34285 or drop it off in the Canteen. Thank you!

Name __________________________ Date _______________

Address ____________________________________________

City __________________ State ______ Zip _______________

Phone ____________________ Amount __________________Show your support for your Post and it’s members. Become

a member of the “Booster Club”. Help defray the cost of printing and mailing of the newsletter, but YOUR continued support is

greatly appreciated.

TAPSTAPSCharles W. Bates, Harvey

D. Campbell, Irving Iversen, Ameede Melanson, Robert Munson.

VFW AuxilaryNone ReportedMen’s AuxilaryNone Reported

Rest In Peace, Friends, You Will Be Sorely MissedPlease keep us informed of any Member that has passed on. Thanks

Post

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Welcome New Members PostAfghanistan Campaign Medal(ACM), Armed Forces Expedition-ary Medal (AFEM), Global War on Terror (GWOT), Korean Service Medal (KSM), South West Asia Service Medal (SWASM), Vietnam Service Medal (VSM) William L. Brotherton (AFEM), Robert S. Cinelli, (VSM), Anthony P. Gallo, Richard P. Gross (VSM), Joseph P. Mastrorilli (VSM), Doug-las M. Lister (ACM), Jimmy L. Weir (KSM), (John J. Withers (VSM)

VFW AuxiliaryJoseph Amato, Geraldine D’Auteuil, Kenneth Baier, John Breen,

Anthony Chibbaro, Lorraine Cordasco, Thomas Grigas, Daniel Kiskis, Lyle Pottebaum, James Pryor, Devon Rice,, Anthony Solis, Gregory Young

Welcome to Post 8118. Please become involved in all that we do here for

Canteen Food (Prices subject to chAnge)available daily ...Pizza.. Cheese, Pepperoni & Combination - $3Happy Hour Hot Dog w/ the works, $1, (after 5pm - $2), w/Chili $2, (After 5pm - $3)Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich $4.50Angus Cheeseburger $4.50

MONDAYLARGE CHICKEN WINGS & SHRIMPLarge Wings - $1.50 Fries - $1 Shrimp Basket $6

Music & Dancing 6-9pm

V.F.W. AUXILLARY THURSDAY NIGHT

Philly Cheese SteakCost - $7, Serving 5-7:30 PM

Thursday - Karaoke7:00 to 10:00 PMGIL & RHONDA

Friday Fish Dinner1pc Fried or Broiled Fish $7 • 2pc $9

8 pc Shrimp dinner $9

French Fries • Baked Potato

• Cole Slaw • Roll • Butter

4:30 till 6:45 PM

Music & Dancing 7:00 till 10:00

Displaying Military Service SymbolsMilitary service flags, insignias, etc. should be displayed in the

following order (left to right as you face the flags): ARMY, MARINE

CORPS, NAVY, AIR FORCE and COAST GUARD.

Purchase your American outdoor quality Flag from VFW 8118.

3’x5’= $25.00 • 4’x6’= $30.00

Wi-Fi available at Post.Ask bartender for password.

Vehicles left overnight on post property MUST BE REMOVED the next day. Extended stays in our lot is not authorized. Vehicles are subject to towing and storage fees owner’s expense.

Important Phone Numbersfor VFW Members

The following are numbers that our members should clip and save:Canteen (941) 484-8118Post Fax (941) 485-9834VFW Dir. Of Veterans Services FL (Jason Smith) (727)-319-7483Sarasota South County Service Officer (941) 861-3047VA Regional Office (Bay Pines) 1-800-827-1000VA Clinic Sarasota (941) 371-3349VA Clinic Port Charlotte (941) 235-2710Bay Pines VA Health Care System 1-888-820-0230James A. Haley Veterans hospital (813)-972-2000Lee County Cape Coral VA (239) 652-1800Sarasota National Cemetery (941) 922-7200Bay Pines/Haley VA Hospital, Transportation (941) 861-1038VFW Veterans Village, Ft. McCoy (352) 236-0823

Change of Address RequestV.F.W. & V.F.W. Aux. Members

New:Name_________________________________________Address_______________________________________City______________________________ ZIp_________

Old:Affix your address label from this bulletin.Mail to VFW 8118, 832 East Venice Ave.,Venice, FL 34285-2039. FAX 941-485-9834 orE-Mail the Post at: [email protected]: Newsletter Editor

Sickness & DistressYour assistance is needed to keep our membership

appraised of sickness or distress of all our members. Anyone having knowledge of a member or spouse falling into this category, please inform the Post at (941) 484-8118, in order that we can notify a caring membership of those in need.

Contact: Post: Christopher Casey

V.F.W. Auxilliary: Clair Walters

Men’s Auxilliary: Eric Fafejta

Check out our“Shadow Box” display

in the canteen for sale items:

Tee Shirts • VFW Hats • American FlagsDecals and Car Magnets

Daily Happy Hour12:00 - 5:00 PM

25¢ off all drink prices

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Euchre 1PM

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Pinochle 1pm

Trivia Night6:15-7:15 PMJim Stewart

Pinochle 1pm

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CHEESE STEAKS 5-7:30PM

KARAOKE 7-10PM

GIL-RHONDA

Pinochle 1pm

St Patrick’sDay Dinner 4:30-7PM

Music & Dance7-10PM

SPOTLIGHT

Pinochle 1pm


KARAOKE 7-10PM

GIL-RHONDA

Pinochle 1pm


KARAOKE 7-10PM

GIL-RHONDA

Free Juke Box 7-10pm




Chicken/Pig Wings/

Shrimp,Potato Skins, 4:30-7pm

Music 6-9PMGulf Drive

Band

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Shrimp,Potato Skins, Sampler Basket 4:30-7pmMusic 6-9PM

Robert & Wolfie

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EscapeEntertainment

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MEN’S AUXILIARY MEETING

7PM

POST Meeting7:30PM

V.F.W. AUXILIARY MEETING

6PM

Newcomers of Venice

Alumni Hand & Foot Cards6:45-9:30PM

House Committee Meeting 10:00AM

Pinochle 1pm Pinochle 1pm


KARAOKE 7-10PM

GIL-RHONDA

$15 Per Person Men's Auxiliarytrip to Dept. ofFlorida VFW

Veterans Homeat Ft. McCoy





YOUR “UP TO DATE”Membership Card must be presented when

requested by the bartender on duty, to obtain service in this “Private V.F.W. Can-teen” Be proud to show the card that you

or a family member earned by their service in a foreign conflict. ANYONE that refuses to show their card must leave the canteen

immediately.

ALL SCHEDULED EVENTS AND PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO

CHANGE.“V.F.W. SOCIAL CLUB

MEMBERSHIPS” FROMOTHER STATES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED IN FLORIDA.

ANNUAL DUES ARE $35.

DARTS 7:30 PM$4 Entry Fee





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KARAOKE 7-10PM

GIL-RHONDA

Pinochle 1pm

St Patrick’sDay Dinner 4:30-7PM

Music & Dance7-10PM

SPOTLIGHT

Pinochle 1pm


KARAOKE 7-10PM

GIL-RHONDA

Pinochle 1pm


KARAOKE 7-10PM

GIL-RHONDA





Chicken/Pig Wings/


Music 6-9PMGulf Drive

Band

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EscapeEntertainment

Chicken/Pig Wings/

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POST Meeting7:30PM


6PM

Newcomers of Venice



Pinochle 1pm Pinochle 1pm


KARAOKE 7-10PM

GIL-RHONDA

$15 Per Person Men's Auxiliarytrip to Dept. ofFlorida VFW

Veterans Homeat Ft. McCoy





YOUR “UP TO DATE”Membership Card must be presented when

requested by the bartender on duty, to obtain service in this “Private V.F.W. Can-teen” Be proud to show the card that you

or a family member earned by their service in a foreign conflict. ANYONE that refuses to show their card must leave the canteen

immediately.

ALL SCHEDULED EVENTS AND PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO

CHANGE.“V.F.W. SOCIAL CLUB

MEMBERSHIPS” FROMOTHER STATES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED IN FLORIDA.

ANNUAL DUES ARE $35.






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IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR POST OR AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP IN THIS PRIVATE V.F.W. CANTEEN, AND WANT TO JOIN, BE RE-INSTATED OR TRANSFER INTO V.F.W. 8118, PLEASE FILL OUT A MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION AND SUBMIT SUPPORTING DOCU-

MENTS, USUALLY A “DD-214”, TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHAIRMAN. MAKE V.F.W. 8118 “YOUR POST”. ASK YOUR FAMILY, NEIGH-BORS AND FRIENDS IF THEY ARE INTERESTED AND ELIGIBLE

IN BECOMING MEMBERS OF V.F.W. POST 8118.ANNUAL RENEWAL MEMBER, HELP POST 8118 ACHIEVE 100% MEMBERSHIP STATUS BY PAYING $35 IN DUES, BEFORE THEY ARE OVERDUE. EVEN BETTER, CONSIDER “PAID UP FOR LIFE”

MEMBERSHIP AND NEVER BE DELINQUENT AGAIN!!!!!!


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Pinochle 1pm


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GIL-RHONDA

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Shrimp,Potato Skins, Sampler Basket 4:30-7pmMusic 6-9PMBlack Velvet

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2 of a Kind

Euchre 1PM

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Membership Appreciation Day 7-10 PM

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Special DatesMarch 2016 - Quote of the month: : J. Horace McFarlan

“It is the love of country that has lightened and that keeps glowing the holy fire of patriotism.” Inspire Our Youth – Encourage young citizens you know to develop their patriotic voice in the VFW’s annual Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen contest. Open to students in grade 6- 12, participants are eligible for more than $3 million in college scholarships and awards. Deadlines for entries is November 1st. To learn more, visit www.vfw.org, or call the VFW at (816) 756-3390. Ext. 117 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 – Asiatic Fleet Memorial Day

03 – “Star-Spangled Banner” made U.S. National Anthem. (1931) 19 - Iraq War Began (2003)24 – Kosovo Campaign began. (1999)31 – Somalia Campaign ended (1995)

April 2016 – Quote of the month: Andrew Jackson:“Every good citizen makes his country’s honor his own, and

cherishes it not only as precious but as sacred.” Get answers - Go to the VFW website, www.vfw.org, for

answers to your questions regarding veteran’s health care and VA benefits. Under the “Assistance” heading, select National Veterans Service to find your local service officer. Membership is not required to take advantage of this VFW benefit

06 – Army day. 09 – National Former POW Recognition Day.

11 – Persian Gulf Official Cease Fire (1991)1st . . . . . . . . . . .

MEETINGS“ INTENDED TO BE PRESENT

AT THE MEETING,BUT FORGOT” IS NO EXCUSE

HALL AVAILABLEPlease be advised that our hall is available for rental.

Special rates for VFW members and their families, others pay slightly more.

Having a party, wedding reception or seminar? We have just the right private entrance facility here at the VFW. It’s easy - just call 484-8118 any day. Ask for the Quartermaster.

VFW MEMBER BENEFIT APLENTY To receive information about the following programs, complete and mail the clip out form below to the VFW Members Benefits, P.O. Box 119030, Kansas City, MO 64171-9030, or call 1-800-821-2606, option 1.

Fill out this form and mail today….

Name:____________________________________________________________

Post No. 8118, Membership No._______________

(Located on the front of your VFW 8118 card)

Address:_________________________________________________________

City:_____________________________________________________________

State:____________________________________________________________

Date of Birth:_____________________________________________________

Phone:__________________________________________________________

E-Mail:___________________________________________________Please check below if you would like to receive information:q $1,000 No-Cost Accident Insurance www.vfwinsurance.com

q Auto/ Homeowners Insuranceq Credit Card Serviceq Dental Insuranceq Drug Savings Planq Emergency Assistance Plusq Funeral Planningq Health Insuranceq Health Screening q Hearing Aid Programq High-Limit Term Life

q Long-Term Careq Medical Supplementq Mortgagesq Reverse Mortgagesq Senior Hospital Indemnity Planq Term Life Plansq Tricare Supplementq Vet.Jobsq Vision Planq Voluntary AD&D

All present VFW members share a unique bond with not only Veterans of oversea conflicts, but also with those who wear our country”s uniform. We must make every effort to inform these returning Veterans of the VFW and their many projects and en-courage them to join us as VFW members. Some of the immediate advantages are the camaraderie and fellowship that comes with joining the nations largest Combat Veterans group, but also the knowledge and aid the VFW can offer Veterans in securing benefits they are due for their heroic service. In addition,VFW members insurance and health care plan advice can be explained as well as having direct contact with the VFW Service Officer, who aid in obtaining deserved aid.

Membership dues can be yearly or life memberships can be ar-ranged with a 12-month installment plan. Eligibility requirements are U.S. citizens who serve honorably in the Armed Services in an oversea conflict.

This VFW Post 8118 operates a canteen where members and guests can meet and enjoy various activities with their families and friends. This canteen offers food and beverage service at reasonable rates.

We have the VFW Auxiliary and Men’s Auxiliary, in which rela-tives of Veterans can join with the VFW and enjoy the camarade-rie and participate in the various activities.

AUXILIARY COOK BOOKSNow on sale, Benefiting Veterans and Family Services. You can purchase one from the canteen bartender.Remember, they make the perfect gift.Stop in the posy and but yours today.

Membership Information

Florida State Parks Annual Entrance Pass information provides a 25 percent discount on annual passes to Florida State Parks for all honorably discharged veterans, active-duty service and reserve members. The discount provides a savings of $15 on an individual annual pass and $30 on a family annual pass, which allows up to eight people in a group to access most of Florida’s 160 state parks. Honorably discharged veterans who have service connected disabilities, and surviving spouses of military veterans who have fallen in combat, will receive a lifetime family annual entrance pass at no charge. The discount Florida Parks Annual Entrance Pass is available for purchase and renewal at any Florida State Park staffed ranger station or via mail order. For information on required documentation and purchasing procedures, please visit this link to the “Military Discounts” on the Florida Online Park Guide.

Florida State Park Information

Salon Tel: 941-493-9933ask for “JACKIE”

(VFW 8118 Ladies Auxiliary Member)Hours 9-4pm, Tu, Wed, Thu, Fri

Woman’s SpecialH/C reg - !$15/$18 Chemical color/style

Hi Light H/C style -- Perm H/C w/style $10 off

Tuesday is “Men’s Day”First time customer $12/$15, w/shampoo

BILL’S YARD WORKEdging, pruning, small tree trimming,

pressure washing, hedge & bush trimming, weed pulling, hauling.

$10 per hour

941-486-4133 0r 941-223-5504

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Your Printing PartnerTony Turlenko

ph. 941.493.0899fax: 941.493.0510

751 U.S. 41 Bypass S. Ste. AVenice, Florida [email protected]

TELL OUR ADVERTIZERS YOU SAW THEIR AD IN THE POST 8118 NEWSLETTER AND THAT WE AP-PRECIATE THEIR SUPPORT - - - ADS AVAILABLE @ $60.00/$90 (Double Size) A YEAR (6 ISSUES)

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CONTACT US4 RESULTS

Kerry Hayes, RealtorCell: [email protected]

Joyce Hayes, RealtorCell: [email protected]

101 Capri Isles Blvd #2 • Venice, FL 34292

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Your Support ShowsThat You Care About Your Post And It’s Members

V.F.W.“An Association Of Veterans Who Have Fought America’s Wars On Land And Sea And In The Air”

V.F.W. Post 8118 & Auxiliaries832 East Venice Ave.Venice, Florida 34285-2039Phone (941) 484-8118Fax: (941) 485-9834Web site VFW8118.comE-Mail: [email protected]

Non ProfitOrganizationU.S. Postage

PAID

Canteen HoursMonday - Saturday 10:00 AM - Midnight

Sunday Noon- Midnight

Join the fun in the Canteen

Shoot darts every Tuesday, 7:30pm,

$4.00 entry fee

March - April 2016

ST. PADDY’S DAY AT THEVFW POST 8118

Thurs. March 17th 4:30 – 10:00 pm

Tickets $15.00 Available in Canteen

Corned Beef & Cabbage DinnerServed 4:30- 7:00 pm

Music 7:00 – 10:pm By “SPOT LIGHT”

IRISH COFFEE $3.0050-50 & Door Prizes

Wear Your Green And Come Join The Fun

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