Monday, August 22, 2022

September Interveterans

 Next Interveterans Council meeting is Sep 28, 2022 at 7PM.

Next VAC meeting is Oct 19 at 7PM at the VAC building.



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First responders and medical personnel get free admission to the ALPLM on Sept. 11!

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Amvets Post 94 Trivia Night SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2022 AT 5 PM – 8 PM


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Virtual Veteran Suicide Prevention Symposium: Reach Out, You Are Not Alone
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=444926187660414&set=a.231249079028127

Event Details: This symposium will educate, inform, and empower Veterans, Service members, family members, caregivers, and survivors; as well as Veteran advocates, non-profit and community organizations about VA programs that can serve as protective factors for suicide such as access to care, benefits, services, financial literacy and Veterans Crisis Line resources. All of these remain VA’s way of letting Veterans know that they are not alone; VA is here to help.

Date: September 8, 2022

Time: 1:00-2:30pm (EDT)

Link: https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/.../ef879324a61f41ccade...

Phone: 1-404-397-1596, Access Code: 276-177-23283

Audience: Veterans Nationwide, Service Members, Family Members, Caregivers, Survivors, VA Staff, Outreach Coordinators, National Association of County Veteran Service Officers (NACVSO), National Association State Department of Veterans Affairs (NASDVA) and Veteran Service Organizations (VSO). 


 

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We are excited to announce that the Staab Family's Annual Ride in Honor is set for Sunday, October 9.
This year, we are raising money for the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight.
Meet at Staab Funeral Home, 1109 South Fifth Street, at noon and we'll take off at 1 pm.
Stops will include Spaulding Veterans Memorial, Camp Butler National Cemetery, War Memorials at Oak Ridge Cemetery, and New Berlin Area Veterans Memorial.
We'll wrap it all up with food and drink at VFW Lafore Lock Post 755.
Thank you for your continued support. We hope to see you there!

 
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September 25, 2022 at 2:00pm: Paint n Sip at VFW Lock Post 755. All proceeds from this Paint n Sip will go to the VFW to help veterans. Cost is only $25.00! All materials are provided and 2 speciality drinks are included in your ticket! We all know a veteran either in our family, a friend or acquaintance. Help us help them. If you can't make it please donate and I will paint for you! To register please contact me or the VFW Post 755. Also, I have added a picture of what you'll be making.  Also, please share and spread the word of this event. Thank you! Hope to hear from you all!


 

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Two fundraisers for Wreaths Across America.   September 24th at Wankels in Petersburg and Golf Outing Oct 25th.  See flyer for details.


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Inter Veterans Council of Sangamon County
FUNDRAISER
SPONSORED BY P.J. STAAB & THE STAAB FAMILY
Saturday, October 1, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
American Legion Post 32
1120 Sangamon Avenue, Springfield
CHILLI & HOT DOGS
WILL BE SERVED FOR  DONATIONS.
All proceeds remain in Sangamon County to assist local Veterans!
EVERYONE WELCOME TO ATTEND

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Angler's Tribute to Veterans is an event to help get Veterans back on the water. We raise funds and through a nomination process give Veterans a day on Lake Shelbyville and then provide meals and gifts along the way.
Link to their facebook page
 

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Join FSR/SARA Center as we raise awareness of homelessness of our military veterans in our community AND raise funds for the FSR/SARA Center programs, including those dedicated to serving veterans.
Boxes will be provided on site. Campout in a simple box, or bring supplies to decorate yours for the contest!
Raise the “rent” and get your camp site for the event by collecting pledges or donating to Fifth Street Renaissance. We are asking everyone to have a goal of raising $100, but all contributions will be accepted. Donations can also be made online or by mailing to Fifth Street Renaissance.
Family friendly activities and food will be available, as well as a coloring and poster contest for youth (check the website for details).

Please visit out website (https://www.fsr-sara.org/.../fifth-annual-campout-4...) for more information, to make a donation online, and to download your campout registration form!
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 We received the attached letter from our sister Springfield Legion Post, Otis B. Duncan Post 809,  regarding their 2nd Annual Hot Dogs, Pencils and Pens Giveaway, October 8, 2022, at Colonel Otis B. Duncan Park, 934 W. Mason.  As you can see your donation is tax deductible.  If you need further information please contact Post 809 Senior Vice Commander and our good friend Mr. Michael Johnson, 217/816-7207.


 

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

August Interveterans

 

Next Interveterans Council Meeting will be Sep 28, 2022 

Land of Lincoln Honor Flight Aug 30, 2022

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Veterans and Gold Star Families Day at the 2022 Illinois State Fair

Free admission for veterans and immediate family on Sunday, August 14

(Springfield) - The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA), the Illinois Department of Agriculture, and the Illinois State Fair invite veterans and their family members to enjoy a free day at the Illinois State Fair on Sunday, August 14, 2022. This annual event offers exciting events, programs, and music. It concludes with a parade led by Governor JB Pritzker and IDVA Director Terry Prince along with veterans’ organizations, JROTC teams, and IDVA staff. This year’s theme, “Veterans Build Illinois,” features remarks from Brad Schaive, LIUNA Local 477.
Veterans and their families can show any form of military ID for free admission. Parking is not included.

All events take place at the Lincoln Stage.

The schedule of events is as follows:

9:30 a.m.                        Celebration of Life – Memorial and Gold Star Families Service
                                       Lincoln Stage, all are encouraged to attend.
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.   Benefits Exposition
                                       The Shed
10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.   AmVets Kid’s Corner
                                       Lincoln Stage Area
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. JROTC Drill Team Competition Part 1
                                       Central Avenue
12:00 p.m.                      Main Program – Keynote Speaker Brad Schaive
                                       Lincoln Stage
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.     JROTC Drill Team Competition Part 2
                                       Central Avenue
3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.     JROTC Drill Team Competition Awards Ceremony
                                       Lincoln Stage

4:00 p.m.                       Veterans and Gold Star Families Day Parade
                                      Grandstand Avenue


The Illinois National Guard will be in support of the day’s events:

• The Illinois Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion will provide three Noncommissioned Officers to judge the JROTC Drill and Ceremony competition. Musical entertainment by the 144th Army Band.

The Macon County Honor Guard will be presenting colors.

During the Celebration of Life, one person from each Gold Star family will lay a yellow rose at the base of the Battlefield Cross.

The Benefits Exposition includes information about benefits, services and activities for veterans and their family members from the IDVA, state and federal agencies, veteran service organizations and non-profits.

The JROTC drill teams will be awarded first, second and third prize with a monetary gift and plaque provided by the service organizations.

Media are welcomed to attend, and advance publicity of the event is appreciated.

 

Caregiver peer support group goes virtual

VA has the resources and information to help you support Veterans and manage your own thoughts and feelings. Visit www.caregiver.va.gov or explore the resources below to learn more:




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