VFW Post 3137 Newsletter
August 22, 2021
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Latest News
Celebration of Life for Oscar C. Fitzhenry
Monday August 30, 2021 @ 2:00pm at VFW Post 3137

Oscar Fitzhenry (Lt. Col., USAF Ret.) passed April 24, 2020. Now the family of Oscar Fitzhenry will be holding a gathering for Celebration of Life at the post with family and friends at 2:00pm. Post members who knew Oscar are welcome to come out, meet family members, share stories and raise a glass in his honor.
Oscar joined the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II. Deployed in 1943 in the Pacific at Henderson Field, Guadalcanal, he served in the 5th Bomb Group of the 72nd Bomb Squadron. As a B-24 Liberator pilot, he flew over 64 missions, earning 10 Air Medals and two Distinguished Flying Crosses.
Tales of Valor - Turbulent times in the South Pacific
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Events
Travis Manion Foundation 10th Annual 9/11 Heroes Run
Saturday September 11, 2021 @ 8:30am

The Travis Manion Foundation 10th Annual 9/11 Heroes Run on Daniel Island, will be held on Saturday, September 11 2021 at 8:30 am. This run is to honor those lost on 9/11, their families, and the service and sacrifice of our military and first responders. This is the first year since the race began that it will actually be run on 9/11! Visit this link to learn more about this race and how the funds are used locally and nationally. www.travismanion.org
Come join us to support a great cause! You can RUN or WALK this event. We have created a team (see instructions below to join VFW Post 3137 in the team list when you register). If you have already registered and wish to move to our team you can contact the race organizers to edit your registration, it is that easy! Use this link to register today https://www.travismanion.org/events/911-heroes-run/2021-charleston-sc/
Visit this event's Facebook page to keep up to date.
https://www.facebook.com/events/888147748670852/?active_tab=discussion
To find our team:
- Choose 5K Run: Individual
- Under "Sign Up" enter all your personal information (name, address, etc.) You can add a race account for future registrations or just check out as a guest
- Right below your personal information are several Event Questions to answer. The first one asks, "Would you like to join a team? Use the drop down and select "Join an existing team"
- Another drop down box will appear for Selecting an Existing Team. Scroll toward the bottom to find and select VFW Post 3137
- You are now on our team! Just complete the rest of the registration process and you are ready to go.
We will reach out to all those on our team prior to the race to coordinate a location to meet at the event before the start of the race. So get your friends and family and join us!!
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Events
2021 Annual Gene Johnson Memorial Golf Tournament
Sunday November 7, 2021 - Tee Times Starting at 7:30am

Sponsorship / Donations
Your participation and generosity helps VFW Post 3137's ongoing Mission and Vision supporting all the brave men and women and their families who have given so much. Please help us to continue our great tradition and veteran support programs. Sponsor a hole or make a donation today!
Platinum Level $1000+ / Gold Level $500-$999 / Silver Level $100-$499
Annual Gene Johnson Memorial Golf Tournament
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MEETINGS
Post 3137 Monthly Comrade Meeting
Monday September 13, 2021 @ 6:30 pm

Comrades, It takes a lot of hands and volunteers to operate our post, not just the leadership and committees.
Members and our guests enjoy everything the post has to offer but this doesn't happen by accident. These meetings are key opportunities to be involved and have your Voice Heard. The post belongs to You, the member and every meeting is where the decisions are made.
- Veteran Programs and Support
- Community Services
- Post Bylaws
- Post Policies and Procedures
- Financials
- Events Inside and Outside the Post
- Committees
- and so much more
Post 3137 Monthly Auxiliary Meeting
Monday September 20, 2021 @ 6:30 pm

The Auxiliary support and partnership with Comrades is crucial. Meetings provide the opportunity to be part of something special in all we do at post 3137. Your support for our fellow veterans, families, and the mission of the VFW is appreciated. You make things happen!
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Events
Mark Your Calender for Oktoberfest
Saturday September 25, 2021 from 5:00pm until sold out

$10 per plate, includes Roast Pork, Delicious Wisconsin Sausage Sauerkraut, German Potato Salad, Sides, Bread and Butter, Desserts. Come enjoy all the Oktoberfest classics presented by VFW Post 3137.
Wear your Leiderhosen and German Girl
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VFW Comrade Officers / Trustees / Committees
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VFW Auxiliary Officers / Trustees
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