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“We
hand out care packages from the U.S. to Iraqis now that
the area has been cleared of terrorists,” one Marine
told me. “When we tell them that some of these
packages aren’t from the military or the government,
that they were donated by average American citizens
in places like Kansas, people choke up and sometimes
even cry. They just can’t comprehend it. It is
so different from the lies they were told about us and
how we’re supposed to be evil.”
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From the 09/18/07 dispatch of reporter Michael Totten |
VFW Post 7788 News
Commander's Message |
On April 21st VFW Post 7788 will elect officers for our new year which begins in June. As many of you know, I have decided not to accept a nomination this year. While Christine and I are planning to remain active with the VFW at the local and district level, we are also planning to spend more time with our son Matt who will be a senior at Jonathan Law High School next year.
It has been my great pleasure to serve VFW Post 7788, first as your Post Quartermaster, and then for two terms as your Post Commander. Before the end of this term we will have our "Day for a Vet", we will place flags at Kings Highway cemetery, we will have our Memorial Day parade and wreath ceremony, we will plan our support for the 4H Wounded Warrior fund raiser, and hold our convention. I know I can count on your help. As always, I'll need it.
Together, we have accomplished many good things for veterans and our community. We should all be especially proud of the support we have been able to show our hospitalized veterans and overseas troops. We've sent hundreds of packages to our local troops stationed overseas. We've spent many hours with our disabled and hospitalized veterans. We've raised thousands of dollars for phone cards to help our troops stay connected with their loved ones. We have retired many flags together.
I am very proud that we were able to charter a new Men's Auxiliary and that I was here to see our Ladies Auxiliary move into the future with a renewed enthusiasm.
With all our projects, we still found some time for building improvements, to develop one of the best Websites in the VFW, and to work with the American Legion, the Red Cross, the Boy and Girl Scouts, the Milford Republicans, the Milford Democrats, the Milford Young Women's Club, the Lions, Grace Baptist Church Youth Group, and others to support our community, our veterans, and our troops.
Please continue to make our newest members welcome. Many of these young men and women have served several tours of duty in recent years. Many of them are deployed today or will soon deploy again. Remember, it's for and with them that we are building our future. Letʼs keep them in our prayers.
I have enjoyed the experience of working with each of you more than I can say. Thank you so very much for all the support you have given me,
Greg |
Day For A Vet
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Wow, what a great "Day for a Vet" we had this year. We hosted over 70 hospitalized veterans. The food was terrific. The entertainment was phenomenal. The teamwork was extraordinary! Our honored guests had a great time.
Special Thanks to:
Dignataries:
Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro
State Senator Gayle Slossberg
Mayor Jim Richetelli
City Clerk and Former Mayor Alan Jepson (and VFW Life Member)
Police Chief Keith Mello and Deputy Police Chief Steve Fournier
Fire Chief Lou LaVecchia
DAV Commander Bill Donahue
Give to the Troops Executive Secretary Susan Dawid
Major Donors:
Patriots National Bank
Pop's Family Restaurant (Gus)
Winkle Bus Company (Laurie)
JMG Music and Entertainment (Jim)
Billy Winn
Alley Cats (Christine Smith and Alice Gonzalez)
Amy Lareau and Priscilla Valentine
Bic
Subway Restaurants
Prime Line
ShopRite
Kim Laue
Tim and Jan Mead
Mike Marinello
Special Recognition (sorry if I missed anyone):
Dick Tomasko
Joe DellaMonica, Sr
Jim Goldstein, Jr
Jim Goldstein, Sr
Christine Smith
Jan Mead
Tim Mead
Don Lareau
Bob Raynor
Bob Paddock
Nancy Paddock
Judy Hessburger
Dave Papcin
Debbie Mead
Rich Scanlon
Jay Murray
Stumpy
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Jim Shea
Doreen Lyons
Joannie Rousseau
Kenny Ruff
Debbie Ruff
Gerry Zabawa
Arlene Jones
Paul Liscinsky
Patty Miranda
Grace Pastor
George Baczek
Barbara Masicco
Peggy DelVasto
Geoff Viscount
Mike Moens
Alex Carlson |
Yours in Service to Veterans,
Greg Smith
Commander, VFW Post 7788
Click
here to see pictures of the event.
Click
here to see Milford Weekly article of the event. |
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Post Officer Elections |
Please let me be the first to congratulate the winners of our VFW Post 7788 elections.
The following VFW 7788 members will take office on June 15th 2008:
| Commander |
Tim Mead |
| Senior Vice Commander |
Al Neumon |
| Junior Vice Commander |
Jay Murray |
| Quartermaster |
Eric Rousseau |
| Chaplin |
Guy Piscelli |
| Advocate |
Larry Chadbourne |
| Surgeon |
Jim Goldstein |
| Board of Directors |
Jim Killeen
Bob Raynor |
| Trustee (3 year term) |
Greg Smith |
| Trustee (2 year term) |
Don Lareau |
Appointments include:
| Adjutant |
Bob Paddock |
| OOD |
Fred Reidenback |
| Service Officer |
Karen Benzi |
We have many projects and events to accomplish before the end of our current term. I know I can count on our officers-elect and the members of VFW Post 7788 to help me finish our current term in the fashion we have come to expect at our Post.
Yours in Service to our Post and Veterans,
Greg Smith
Commander, VFW Post 7788
VFW National Community Service Committee
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Americana Jubilee |
Thursday, June 5th 2008
Pumpkin Delight School's 5th Grade Class is looking for Veterans to honor at their annual Americana Jubilee Thursday, June 5th, 2008.
Kim Raseman is coordinating VFW participation in this event. If you are are a Veteran who can participate or you know a Veteran who would like to participate, please contact Kim at kraseman@optonline.net or 203.283.4293.
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State Convention
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Comrades,
We are planning our wild weekend at the VFW State Convention June 13th through 15th at the Rocky Hill Marriott. As many of you know, we have a hospitality room with our own patio by the pool. We will have food (sandwiches, hors d'oeuvres, etc) and plenty of liquid refreshments beginning at 3pm June 13th through 11am 15th.
WARNING: THERE WILL BE LOTS OF LIGHTS, MUSIC, FOOD AND DRINK at no cost to our members and auxiliaries. Joannie recommends you get plenty of sleep before you arrive!!!!
To reserve your own room, call 1-800-228-9290 (Rocky Hill Marriott) and ask for the $92/per night VFW Convention rate. I strongly recommend getting a room for the Friday night (6/13) party, and if possible, also the Saturday night (6/15) party part II! MANY friends found that they did not want to drive home on these nights. Make your reservations soon. This hotel will fill up before the end of April.
We've got a lot to do over the next few months, including:
* Day 4 a Vet on April 27th - lets give our hospitalized vets a great day out
* Memorial Day Flags on Graves, Wreath laying, and Parade
* Wounded Warriors fundraiser - we are assisting
* Disabled building access projects - the elevator is getting closer to reality
* Post elections - please consider running for office
I hope to see you at our Convention!!!!
Greg
VFW 7788 Post Commander
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Wounded Warriors
BBQ Luncheon Fundraiser |
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Sunday Night Movie |
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Every Sunday evening, we will have Movie Night at the Canteen.
Bring your own
DVD movie or watch one of ours. The movies start at 7:00 pm.
Come on down to the Canteen on Sunday evening and join Stumpy in
watching a movie,
relax with your friends and enjoy yourself. |
Upcoming VFW
Events
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4/14/2008 |
Regular Member Meeting at 7:00pm |
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4/15/2008 |
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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4/22/2008 |
Men's Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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4/27/2008 |
Day For A Vet 11:30am to 3:00pm |
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5/13/2008 |
Red
Cross Blood Drive from 1:45pm to 7:00pm |
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5/17/2008 |
Milford Earth Day At Eisenhower Park from 8:00am to 2:00pm |
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5/19/2008 |
Regular Member & Auxiliary Installations at 7:00pm |
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5/20/2008 |
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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5/25/2008 |
Memorial Day Wreath Laying at 8:00am & Parade at 1:00pm followed by a Post Mini Picnic in the Canteen at 2:00pm |
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5/27/2008 |
Men's Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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6/13-15/2008 |
State Convention at Rocky Hill Marriott |
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6/16/2008 |
Regular Member Meeting at 7:00pm |
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6/17/2008 |
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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6/24/2008 |
Men's Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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6/28/2008 |
Wounded Warrior Fundraiser BBQ Luncheon at 12:00pm |
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7/4/2008 |
4th of July Mini Picnic in the Canteen at 2:00pm |
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8/16/2008 |
Oyster Festival |
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8/23/2008 |
VVA Chapter 251 Annual Picnic |
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9/6/2008 |
Post Family Picnic at 11:00am to 5:00pm |
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9/15/2008 |
Regular Member Meeting at 7:00pm |
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9/16/2008 |
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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9/23/2008 |
Men's Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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10/11/2008 |
OctoberFest at 6:00pm |
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10/20/2008 |
Regular Member Meeting at 7:00pm |
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10/21/2008 |
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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10/28/2008 |
Men's Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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10/31/2008 |
Halloween Party at 7:00pm |
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11/7/2008 |
Turkey Shoot at 6:00pm |
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11/17/2008 |
Regular Member Meeting at 7:00pm |
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11/18/2008 |
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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11/25/2008 |
Men's Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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12/7/2008 |
Army/Navy Football Game at 12:00pm |
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12/12/2008 |
Tree Trimming Party at 7:00pm |
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12/15/2008 |
Regular Member Meeting at 7:00pm |
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12/16/2008 |
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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12/20/2008 |
Christmas Party at 2:00pm to 8:00pm |
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12/23/2008 |
Men's Auxiliary Meeting at 7:00pm |
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12/31/2008 |
New Year's Eve Party at 7:00pm |
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