Interveteran January 2020

Interveterans Council meeting

Next meeting  Jan 29, 2020 at 7pm at the Navy Club

Next Veterans Assistance Commission Meeting Jan 15, 2020 at the Chatham VFW post. 

Honoring Illinois' Fallen

United States and Illinois flags at half-staff immediately until Sunset on Saturday, January 25, 2020.

The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from
Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the
Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of:

SPC Miguel Angel Villalon
United States Army
Hometown:  Aurora, Illinois



Please lower the United States flags and the State flags at all
buildings occupied by your agency’s personnel until:

Sunset on Saturday, January 25, 2020


More information is available at http://www.illinois.gov/news/Pages/Flag.aspx

 

VFW 755
Jan 26, 2020 Third Annual

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT IS UPON US! Sign up and pay ASAP to ensure you get a T-Shirt!!

Wreath Clean up day at Camp Butler Jan 21st.

American Legion 86th Annual Pilgrimage to Lincoln Tomb WED, FEB 12 AT 10 AM


 

March 7th Chili Cookoff at VFW 755

 

Apply for a Job

The Veterans Assistance Commission has an opening for a Superintendent. 
https://www.co.sangamon.il.us/departments/d-l/human-resources/apply-for-a-job/v/2000/j/192

Did you know that Veterans are no longer required to first obtain official certification from the IDVA to receive the veterans designation on their license?
https://www2.illinois.gov/veterans/benefits/Pages/Veteran-Driver's-License.aspx--

 


SUPER BOWL SPECIAL SPRINGFIELD AMERICAN LEGION POST 32

Sunday, Feb 2nd
--FREE--
CHILLI and HOT DOGS
ALL DURING THE GAME, WHILE IT LASTS!

 

 

Vietnam Veterans Quilt Raffle

Interveterans Dec 2019

Interveterans Council meeting

Next meeting  Jan 29, 2019 at 7pm at the Navy Club

 

On Nov. 8th the POW Flag act was finally signed into law.

OUR POW/MIA Flag will now be flown when ever the USA Flag is over federal buildings and memorials.

https://amvets.org/amvets-applauds-passage-of-pow-mia-flag-act-urges-congress-to-follow-suit/

 

https://www.facebook.com/events/2172744733029691/

Vietnam Christmas Remembrance

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Oak Ridge Cemetery is the site of a special Christmas Remembrance program and ceremony.

The annual Christmas Remembrance takes place Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. The names of troops listed as prisoner of war or missing in action will be read. Family and friends will hang heart-shaped ornaments bearing the name of lost loved ones on a nearby tree. The general public can participate by bringing a weather-proof ornament to hang.

· Hosted by State Historic Sites at Springfield, IL

1PM at the memorial

https://www.facebook.com/events/771368439970766/

AL 32 fundraiser for VAC

HOLIDAY BRUNCH
FUNDRAISER for
Sangamon County Veteran Assistance Comm. PURCHASE OF LIFT
FOR VAN TO
TRANSPORT VETERANS
Sunday, Dec 15, 2019 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
American Legion Post 32 1120 Sangamon Avenue
GOOD FOOD, OMELET BAR, MIMOSA’S, BLOODY MARY’S & MORE
ADULTS $10.00, KIDS 10 & UNDER $5.00 tax included
EVERYONE INVITED TO ATTEND

Hi Emile,

On behalf of the whole band, I would like to thank you and the Inter Veterans Council for your thoughtfulness in presenting us with the certificate of appreciation.

The band and the local veterans organizations go back a very long way. We are always glad to play at any functions that we can, so please don't hesitate to ask.

One that comes to mind, and which has somehow gone by the wayside in recent years, is your pavillion at the state fair. We would be delighted to resume playing that job, or most anything else that you could use us on.

Don't be a stranger.

Thanks,

Ken Pratt

Manager Springfield Municipal Band

Interveterans Nov 2019

Interveterans November 2019

Interveterans Council meeting

November 20, 2019 at 7pm at the Navy Club

Springfield Veterans Day parade canceled

But other activities are Illinois State Military Museum: On Saturday: Camp Butler at 9AM Monday; Lincoln Land Community College’s 24th annual Veterans Day Ceremony at noon; J.R. Martinez at 9am; Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum: On Monday, November 11, all veterans are free.

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/springfield-veterans-day-parade-canceled

Illinois Symphony Orchestra's Heroes & Villains concert 25% OFF tickets to Veteran's on Veteran's Day!
https://www.ilsymphony.org/

The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff as a sign of respect for:

Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day

Please lower the United States flags and the State flags at all buildings occupied by your agency’s personnel from:

Sunrise to Sunset on Friday, November 1, 2019

https://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=20782

Interveterans Council will hold a chili cook off at the Navy Club on Nov 16th.  Free will donations.

Mayor's Veteran's Reception 

 

Veterans Day

Veterans Day Free Meals 2019

A List of Veterans Day Free Meals and Other Veterans Day Freebies for 2019

By Stacy Fisher

https://www.thespruce.com/veterans-day-free-meals-1357348?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=shareurlbuttons&fbclid=IwAR3t9vJCA9zKKMnQAkvrZEU8tXkhUXs-8KrQzzAoONC-vvaa-kvk7WwHDSg

Chili and hot dog fund raiser to benefit the Interveterans Council of Sangamon County.

VA to hold off on sharing medical records after veterans' lawsuit says it violated privacy

https://connectingvets.radio.com/articles/lawsuit-va-violated-veteran-privacy-sharing-records?fbclid=IwAR1iG5HlDd0rg5iY4k2efiumSBkAa2Ftv1yc9udUqPP9iuMTHF2uDEBeicU

  VFW 10302 is sponsoring a raffle for this quilt. All proceeds will be

used for our Annual Illinois Vietnam Veteran 24-hour Vigil. All will be able

to view this quilt at our next Vigil meeting next Saturday. Raffle Changes

are $5 each or $10 for 3. I will try to have raffle tickets ready by then

but this may be tough to get done by then.

 Veterans Remember--Memories of Illinois Veterans
   
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
   
Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, IL
326 S 7th St, Springfield, Illinois 62701


https://www.facebook.com/events/2255523634738229/?notif_t=event_calendar_create&notif_id=1572229510550058

Hershel "Woody" Williams, Medal of Honor  Recipient Dec 3, 2019

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

• Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 11 AM – 2 PM

• Springfield Elks Lodge 158 Springfield, Illinois 62712

https://www.facebook.com/events/2500232303389751/

Every veteran has a story. Make sure yours is heard. https://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/library/public/veteransproject.html

Veterans can now access information through Health Records on iPhone

https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/68016/veterans-can-now-access-information-health-records-iphone/

Vietnam Christmas Remembrance

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Oak Ridge Cemetery is the site of a special Christmas Remembrance program and ceremony.

The annual Christmas Remembrance takes place Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. The names of troops listed as prisoner of war or missing in action will be read. Family and friends will hang heart-shaped ornaments bearing the name of lost loved ones on a nearby tree. The general public can participate by bringing a weather-proof ornament to hang.

· Hosted by State Historic Sites at Springfield, IL

1PM at the memorial

https://www.facebook.com/events/771368439970766/

Navy Club Clothing Drive

Navy Club Clothing drive for veterans: Collection boxes at Navy Club at village hall at Williamsville, Riverton, and Spaulding Nov 4- Dec 7. underwear is needed!  See attached photos.

AL 32 fundraiser for VAC

HOLIDAY BRUNCH
FUNDRAISER for
Sangamon County Veteran Assistance Comm. PURCHASE OF LIFT
FOR VAN TO
TRANSPORT VETERANS
Sunday, Dec 15, 2019 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
American Legion Post 32 1120 Sangamon Avenue
GOOD FOOD, OMELET BAR, MIMOSA’S, BLOODY MARY’S & MORE
ADULTS $10.00, KIDS 10 & UNDER $5.00 tax included
EVERYONE INVITED TO ATTEND

 Texas Roadhouse fundraiser on Sunday for Honor Flight.  Must mention this when ordering.  See attached flyer.

Next Interveterans Council meeting is Jan 29.  Elections will be held.  There were NO NOMINATIONS FOR PRESIDENT OR CHAPLAIN.

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Interveterans Oct 2019

Interveterans Council meeting

October 30, 2019 at 7pm at the Navy Club

Nominations for officers at the next meeting

Coziahr Harley Davidson is sponsoring a fundraiser for Honor Flight October 5th in Decatur.
See details below.....

Veterans' History Project October 17, 2019

Oct 10 all day at Butler Funeral Home for Honor Flight

~Veterans Day ~ 

Disabled Veteran J.R. Martinez of Dancing with Stars fame will be the guest speaker at the University of Illinois at Springfield, Student Union Ballroom, 6 p.m., on November 11^th.  Everyone is invited to attend.  He spoke at our American Legion National Convention several years ago and he had everyone on the edge of their seats. 

Please help spread the word.

Springfield Post #32, The American Legion, 1120 Sangamon Avenue, Springfield will have FREE Ham & Beans on Veteran’s Day, Monday, November 11, 2019.  We will serve from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. or when it is gone, whichever comes first.  

US military's Tricare could soon cover chiropractic and acupuncture

https://americanmilitarynews.com/2019/09/us-militarys-tricare-could-soon-cover-chiropractic-and-acupuncture/?utm_medium=facebook&utm_source=amn&utm_campaign=alt&fbclid=IwAR386XJRMi_ag3KvNlVXNQiX4JRY9V0rTGvrjQFK0agK1uTtYYor13fNxsk

Interveterans Sep 2019

 

Interveterans Council meeting

September 25, 2019 at 7pm at the Navy Club

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Fundraiser for Sangamon Co Veterans Van

SEP 21, 2019 Hosted by Chatham VFW Post 4763
Come watch the Cubs Cardinals Rivalry At 1:20
Followed by Karaoke at 5:00

Mostaccioli will be served for $5.00 per person.

Money raised during this event will go to the Sangamon County Veterans Assistance Commission for purchase toward new van to transport veterans to VA Hospitals.

https://www.facebook.com/events/578346215903833

 

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Time to raise some money for the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight! We are looking for some silent auction items or gift cards etc; There will be Live Music, great food, great cars and tons of fun! This will be a fantastic time for a great cause so PLEASE contact me with any questions or if you have something nice to donate! Have a great day!

FREE DENTISTRY DAY , NOVEMBER 15, 2019

 

In honor of the 100th Anniversary of the World War I Armistice, the Veterans Memorial Foundation would like to invite you and your veteran organization to attend the rededication of the World War I Memorial at its new location in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Libby Conroy has volunteered as location leader for Wreaths Across America at Camp Butler National Cemetery.  Wreaths Across America sponsorship can be made using this form or online. If a person would like to have a wreath placed at a grave specif they will need to go our fundraising group's website www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/IL0007
Note that there are other groups collecting for wreaths but they are independent of managing "grave-specific" wreaths. 

Camp Butler Unaccompanied burial ceremony for veterans that did not receive military honors will be held Oct 2, 2019 at 9AM. Open to the public.

Interveterans August 2019

Texas Road House Gold Star Mission Aug 15

Veterans Day at the State Fair:

Sunday, August 11, 2019 Parade will form up from Gate 4. WW2 Veterans will ride in trams in the parade. Sam Montalbano is requesting all area veterans organizations have their organization flag in the parade.
State Fair schedule can be found here:
Sunday, August 11 - Veterans & Gold Star Families Day

 

Parade entry 

Entry form on Facebook link

News Release:
https://www2.illinois.gov/IISNews/20393-Veterans_Day_at_the_2019_Illinois_State_Fair.pdf

The Apple Military Discount is a program provided by Apple for active duty, veterans, U.S. Military, National Guard and Reserve and the family members who reside in the same household.  The Apple military discount is 10% on most products. Visit the Apple Military Discount Website or visit and order from any U.S. Apple retail store, at an online kiosk. You can go to Apple.com and scroll to the bottom to click on “Shop for Veterans & Military” under the “Government” heading. If you cannot find the information you need online, you may contact the Apple Store Contact Center team at 1-800-MY-APPLE.
Apple Statement: “At Apple we are deeply grateful to the men and women of our armed forces. We’re proud to offer active military and veterans a new dedicated online store with special pricing as an expression of our gratitude for their brave service.”
Apple launched this new program in December 2018.

“SHARE THE WARMTH HOMELESS VETERAN BLANKET PROJECT” sponsored by Betsy Van Brocklin and the Springfield Vet Center.  If you can help, please do so, plus, please pass this information and email on to your family, friends and veteran/organization email list.

Vietnam Veteran Roy Dolgos gave us information on a Wendi Rensing with CCDC Realty, Taylorville, Illinois.  Roy advised that Wendi can help our brother and sister Vet’s in the Taylorville area with obtaining homes that have been built for Veterans.  If you are interested, you can contact this lady at 217/824-4921 Ext 5 or at her email address of wrensing@christiancdc.org

 

  Trivia Night Oct 26, 2019 at VFW 10302

Illinois State Military Museum Aug 24

Trump signs student debt forgiveness for disabled veterans

http://www.fox13news.com/news/politics/trump-signs-student-debt-forgiveness-for-disabled-veterans?fbclid=IwAR33ssiuhgb6AWR44a0UNC4ld6MvA3w8uU9IyysKOK5OXUJpjKCczcBVKLw

Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Discharge

https://www.disabilitydischarge.com/?fbclid=IwAR16zcfmBPysl4YXffi1DW3gTRNlgQHH-e0lFqRL8SwpKWul8jHrqyZKuMY