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The Advocate is a monthly VFW Department of Michigan publication. If you would like to feature your veteran focused events in your community, please contact department at pr@vfwmi.vet | |
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Comrades,
I can't believe its already May! Time has flown by this year and our State Convention is less than a month away. As much as I wish this year wouldn't end, I'm very excited to gather with you for the convention. I hope to see as many of you there as can attend. Details for the convention can be found on our website here and below in this newsletter.
The year ending also means deadlines are approaching. Please be sure your VFW Post leadership have submitted all final reports prior to May 10. Completing these in time are crucial for your Post's success.
Congratulations to our VFW Pool League for completing their 56th Pool Tournament. I played this year, and even though I didn't come away with a trophy, it was an amazing time! Also, congratulations to Erick Calley and Shane Houghton for successfully completing their fundraising efforts to restore the Ionia Civil War Flag! We are so grateful to you, and everyone involved who worked to preserve Michigan's military history.
Thank you all for an amazing year! You have worked relentlessly to advocate for veterans and impact your communities throughout Michigan. I am so proud to have been your commander this year. I hope to see all of you at State Convention!
Ray Lopez, State Commander, VFW Department of Michigan | |
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VFW Pool League wraps up 56th Statewide Tournament | |
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The VFW Michigan Pool League wrapped up its 56th statewide tournament April 25-27. The event is the longest running statewide pool tournament in Michigan, and is hosted by the only official VFW Pool League nationwide. You can read more about the league and its history on our website here.
Singles Tournament held 435 Games (15 hours of play): 1st Place Andy Walker, 2nd Place Mike Hinojosa, 3rd Place Dave Cowdrick, 4th Place Bill Schaffer. Doubles Tournament held 223 games (11 hours, 35 minutes of play): 1st Place Chet Rakowski & Randy Planck, 2nd Place Tim Crider & Kevin Scanlon, 3rd Place Rick Flannery & Sam Morgan, 4th Place Wayne Taylor & Dennis Glutz Team Tournament held 69 games (8 hours, 35 minutes of play): 1st Place G. W. Carver, 2nd Place Saginaw 2, 3rd Place Bova-Engrs, 4th Place Oscoda | |
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VFW MI Riders Group shares safety tips for veterans hitting the road | |
Motorcycle enthusiasts are hitting the road already as the summer season approaches. In preparation for riding season, VFW Michigan Riders Group Director Charlie Cline shares some safety tips for operating a motorcycle this summer. - Take a safety course
- Check the weather before heading out
- Wear motorcycle gear
- Inspect your motorcycle before riding
- Obey traffic rules, use your signals and drive the speed limit
- Be visible
Read all 11 tips on our website here. | | | |
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State Convention less than one month away! | |
The VFW Department of Michigan will be hosting their annual State Convention May 29-June 1 at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo. The convention will feature a Golf Outing, committee and Council of Administration meetings, updates on what is happening around VFW Michigan, and State Officer elections. Also, awards for outstanding accomplishments will be presented before the membership at the event. Join us this year for camaraderie, networking, and having your membership voice heard during election time as we choose the leadership the 2024-2025 year. Convention Agenda and details can be found on our website here. | | | |
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For more information on any of the following topics, click the images below, or go to our online calendar to stay up to date on all Department events. | |
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There are multiple golf outings on our calendar! Here are some event dates to keep an eye on:
May 18 - (Wyoming) VFW Post 702's 2nd Annual Armed Forces Day Golf Outing June 14 - (Newaygo) Camp Trotter 18th Annual Charity Golf Outing June 27 - (Marquette) D.J. Jacobetti 27th Annual Golf Outing - Michigan Veteran Homes July 14 - (Flushing) Veterans Memorial Invitational July 21 - (Perry) Owosso Memorial VFW Post 9455 11th Annual Golf Outing August 24 - (Lapeer) 16th Annual Golf Outing
Details for each event can be found on our website here. | | | |
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Each year the Department of Michigan conducts a VTS for VFW Post & Districts elected and appointed officers, and program chairpersons. The following are the upcoming VTS dates:
June 22 - VTS at VFW Post 2406 Charlotte July 13 - VTS at VFW Post 5670 Gwinn July 20 - VTS at VFW Post 3736 Grayling
More VTS details can be found on our website here. | | | |
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**Many of these sponsors are are looking to hire veterans! To find out more, please contact them directly. | |
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