Salvo - April 2020
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COMMANDERS CORNER
I hope this SALVO finds you all well, hunkered down, staying safe. But there is no reason to panic; follow CDC guidelines and only go out for necessities, like grocery. To say the least, wash your hands often, go out as little as possible, and practice social distancing. As all of you are aware, we have canceled or postponed all post activities in March and April. I anticipate we may also cancel our regular meeting in May, but I will notify you in mid-May on status. If you are looking for local information on COVID-19 and/or impacts and schools, business, etc. please check the Town of Danville website, www.danville.gov. Don’t forget to support Danville restaurants and businesses through online orders and curbside pickup. We are continuing our Buddy Call program, so expect a call from our team either for the first time or maybe a second time if we have previously talk with you. We just want to make sure you are okay and let you know we can help if you need it. And do let us know we have your correct contact information. Call me if you like, 925-984-3184. With this edition of the SALVO we will start hard copy mailing of the SALVO to only those members who do not have an email account. For those members we will continue to mail your copy of the SALVO to your home address. Please send me your email address if you are not receiving emails from me. I know I sound like a broken record, but if you have not paid your 2020 dues, I am asking you to please continue to support the Legion and our post and renew your membership.
Eric, Commander
UPCOMING EVENTS
**** Every Saturday 9 to 12.... Coffee at the Vets Hall **** CANCELED
March 29th, Sunday…. USS Hornet, Vietnam Veterans Remembrance CANCELED
April 1st, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm CANCELED
April 18th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am TBD
May 3rd, Sunday…. Marine Corps League Det 942 Mexican Night Dinner TBD
May 6th, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm TBD
Nominations for 2020-21 Officers and Executive Board
May 16th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
May 16th, Saturday….12th Annual Phillips 66 Walk of Honor for Veterans, Crockett, CA
May 25th, Monday…. VNVDV Memorial Day Remembrance, 10:30 am, Oak Hill Park, Danville
May 31st, Sunday…. High School Swearing-in Ceremony, 1:00 pm, at VMB
June 3rd, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
Election of 2020-21 Officers and Executive Board
June 20th, Saturday…. Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
July 1st, Wednesday…. Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
Installation of Officers and Executive Board
July 4th, Saturday…. Danville 4th of July parade, 9:00 am, downtown Danville
APRIL MEETING SPEAKER
No regular meeting in April and no speaker. This is a great time to complete the Basic Training Course for all members. It is the American Legion's official training program for officers, members, Legion College applicants and those who simply want to expand their knowledge of the nation's largest veterans service organization. It is available online at https://www.legion.org/alei. Let me know when you complete the course.
VETERANS: CALL BEFORE VISITING YOUR VA FACILITY
Medical appointments possible at home via VA Video Connect. Got a fever, cold, cough or flu-like symptoms? Are you worried that you have a viral illness? The last thing you want to do is get out of the house to see the doctor, exposing yourself (and others) to more potential bugs and viruses. VA can make it easier and safer to get back to health with virtual care through My HealtheVet and the VA Video Connect app on your smartphone, tablet or computer. Virtual care means you can contact your VA provider (and health care team) through secure messaging or receive treatment by telephone or video. Any Veteran who qualifies to receive VA care and lives in the U.S. is eligible to use virtual care. Staying home – easier for you, safer for the community. Virtual care is personalized and can connect you with your providers more effectively. Ask your care team if virtual care can help meet some of your health care needs. Options include in-home health monitoring with tailored technologies, connection to specialists, or even remote scans and data. You probably already know My HealtheVet is a great way to manage your care – with online Rx Refills, VA Appointments, and your labs and tests, radiology reports, and images. With secure messaging and video appts, reaching your providers while at home can be easy, too. While not for use in emergencies, a secure and private session begins with a simple request with a Secure Message for a video appointment. Sign in and request one next time you need to see your doctor or other providers. Your health care team can also set up an in-person appointment, if needed. Call your VA health center if you have symptoms. For more information, visit:
VA Video Connect (allows you to test your equipment compatibility)
Reach Your VA Care Team Over Live Video (YouTube)
VA Telehealth Services
PROTOCOL NOTE
The following is the position of The American Legion regarding financial contributions that might be offered by candidates for political office, campaigns, political action committees or political parties:
· The American Legion is very appreciative of donors who contribute to its programs, which enhance the quality of life for thousands of veterans, young people and their families.
· While the American Legion is pleased to see candidates address issues of concern to America’s veterans, it is a nonpartisan organization. The American Legion Constitution prohibits the organization from endorsing any candidate for political office.
· If a candidate, PAC or political party were to offer a financial contribution to The American Legion or its programs, the Legion would politely decline. While accepting the contribution may be perfectly legal, The American Legion wants to avoid even the perception that the organization supports any candidacy. Again, The American Legion values its independence and is beholden to no political officeholder or candidate.
REAL ID REQUIREMENT IS OCTOBER 1ST 2021
LESSON ABOUT THE WAY WE TREAT PEOPLE
Important Lesson - Pickup in the Rain
One night, at 11:30 p.m., an older African American woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway trying to endure a lashing rainstorm. Her car had broken down and she desperately needed a ride. Soaking wet, she decided to flag down the next car. A young white man stopped to help her, generally unheard of in those conflict-filled 1960's. The man took her to safety, helped her get assistance and put her into a taxicab. She seemed to be in a big hurry but wrote down his address and thanked him. Seven days went by and a knock came on the man's door. To his surprise, a giant console color TV was delivered to his home. A special note was attached. It read: "Thank you so much for assisting me on the highway the other night. The rain drenched not only my clothes, but also my spirits. Then you came along. Because of you, I was able to make it to my dying husband's' bedside just before he passed away... God Bless you for helping me and unselfishly serving others."
Sincerely, Mrs. Nat King Cole.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
"Quality is not an act, it is a habit."
Aristotle
Salvo - March 2020
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COMMANDERS CORNER
We had a really great and highly successful Crab Feed Dinner and Fundraiser at the end of January. If you did not attend you missed some delicious crab, our outstanding and entertaining MC, Catharine Baker, our hard driving auctioneer Paul Douglas, and a whole lot of camaraderie. We netted close to $10,000 for the post which will definitely keep us ahead of the game for our budget and our programs and events. I want to thank all our committee members (and their spouses) for their time and effort in making this event a big success: Michelle Lee, Alan Scharlach, Gary Soto, Bob Sada, Phil Connolly, Raoul Miranda, Floyd Cox, Dick Seavey, Sandy Kahn, Mark Heinemann, Ed Ott, Bob Landy, Ron Roe, Randy Reid, Jon Heinson, Ron Seely, and Dimitri Haloulos. Thanks also go to our two Boys Scout Troops, and our other volunteers including Marvin Lum in the kitchen and Vicki and Jen for bar service.
The VMB Corn Beef & Cabbage Dinner and Fundraiser is coming on the 14th of March. Bob Landy still has a few tickets so grab them soon! And please plan to attend the District 9 Chili Cookoff Event hosted by Post 246 on 29 March. See info below or contact Mark Heinemann or Randy Reid. Congratulations to Aaron Shires, San Ramon High School, for winning the Post Oratorical Contest as well as the District 9 contest last month. Wish him luck in the Area 2 contest in late February.
Eric, Commander
UPCOMING EVENTS
**** Every Saturday 9 to 12.... Coffee at the Vets Hall ****
March 4th, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
March 14th, Saturday…. VMB Corn Beef & Cabbage Dinner, 5:00 pm
March 21st, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
March 29th, Sunday…. District 9/Post 246 Chili-cookoff at VMB, 2:00 pm
March 29th, Sunday…. USS Hornet, Vietnam War Veterans Remembrance Day
April 1st, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
April 18th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
May 3rd, Sunday…. Marine Corps League Det 942 Mexican Night Dinner
May 6th, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
Nominations for 2020-21 Officers and Executive Board
May 16th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
May 16th, Saturday….12th Annual Phillips 66 Walk of Honor for Veterans, Crockett, CA
May 25th, Monday…. VNVDV Memorial Day Remembrance, 10:30 am, Oak Hill Park, Danville
May 31st, Sunday…. High School Swearing-in Ceremony, 1:00 pm, at VMB
June 3rd, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
Election of 2020-21 Officers and Executive Board
June 20th, Saturday…. Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
July 1st, Wednesday…. Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
Installation of Officers and Executive Board
July 4th, Saturday…. Danville 4th of July parade, 9:00 am, downtown Danville
MARCH MEETING SPEAKER
Lieutenant Colonel Jennifer L. Nolan is the Garrison Commander at Camp Parks Reserve Forces Training center. She enlisted in the United States Army Reserve in April of 1993. In 1997 she was commissioned through the Reserve Officers Training Corps at LaSalle University in Philadelphia, PA. Her assignments include:
- Engineer Officer Basic Course at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
- Engineer Battalion (Heavy), Equipment Platoon Leader
- First female Support Platoon Leader in the 10th Engineer Battalion (Mechanized)
- Chief Project Officer Soto Cano Airbase in Honduras, Central America
- Construction Officer and Deputy Director of Public Works Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
for ARCENT-SA during the initial phase of Operation Iraqi Freedom
- Company Commander for the 5551h Engineer Company (TOPO), Ft. Hood, TX
- Comptroller Instructor and PPBES Course Director for the US Army FinanceSchool Ft. Jackson, SC
- Observer/Controller for the 75th Training Division in Arlington Heights, IL.
- Civil Affairs branch Project Officer to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa
in Djibouti and deployed with the 490lh Civil Affairs Battalion
- Executive Officer for the Chief of Staff, US Army Reserve.
- Deputy Branch Chief, North/West Africa U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM)in Stuttgart, Germany
- School of Advanced Military Studies in Fort Leavenworth
- Chief of Strategy for U.S. Southern Command in Miami, FL
LTC Nolan's awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (4th Award), Joint Service Commendation Medal (2nd Award); Army Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal (2nd Award), Parachutist Badge, and Army Staff Identification Badge.
LTC Nolan holds a BA in Biology from LaSalle University, an MBA in International Business from \Trident University International and a Master of Military Art and Science (MMAS) Degree from the School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS). Her military education includes the Engineer Officer Basic and Advanced Courses, Command and General Staff College (lLE), Stability Security and Development in Complex Operations Course (Naval Postgraduate School), Joint and Combined Warfighting School (JPME-Il) and the Basic Strategic Arts Program (BSAP).
LTC Nolan is from Philadelphia, PA. She is married to John R. Nolan, President and CEO of Verde Valuation Services, LLC, originally from Cleveland, OH.
OTHER EVENTS (2020)
Saturday, 14 March, 5:00 pm – Veterans Memorial Building Corn Beef and Cabbage Dinner and Fundraiser. Bob Landy has 4 tickets left of the 16 that were allotted to our Post. See flyer on our website.
DISTRICT 9 / POST 246 CHILI COOK-OFF
Our Post is hosting a Chili Cook-off at the Veterans Memorial Building, Danville, CA from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, March 29, 2020 to raise funds for the District 9 student veteran fund to support student veteran activities at colleges in District 9 and to pay their American Legion membership dues. See the flyer below. Cookoff Entrants should confirm their participation no later than 29 February 2020 to Mark Heinemann or Randy Reid. If you need further information about the details of the Chili Cook-off, please contact Mark Heinemann or Randy Reid.
BUDDY CALLS
Have you received a “Buddy Call” from one of our officers? Did you get a voice mail or an email and have not responded? If you don’t think we have tried, we may not have contact info for you and mailed you a letter; did you get one? We really would like to hear from you. Call me if you like.
PROTOCOL NOTE
“When using post facility to host candidates, the post should remove the emblem and American Legion Flag to avoid any impression of endorsements. Candidates for all parties must be presented equal opportunity at the same time to use the facility on the same terms and conditions as other competing candidates.”
“The American Legion values its independence and effectiveness on veterans’ issues. The stance is best maintained by neutrality on individual candidates or political parties. The American Legion by legal definition is nonpartisan and supports only issues that impact the Four Pillars.”
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LESSON ABOUT THE WAY WE TREAT PEOPLE
Important Lesson - Cleaning Lady (Author Unknown)
“During my 2nd month of college, our professor gave us a pop quiz. I was a conscientious student and had breezed through the questions until I read the last one: "What is the first name of the woman who cleans the school?" Surely this was some kind of joke. I had seen the cleaning woman several times. She was tall, dark-haired and in her 50's, but how would I know her name? I handed in my paper, leaving the last question blank. Just before class ended, one student asked if the last question would count toward our quiz grade. "Absolutely, " said the professor. "In your careers, you will meet many people. All are significant. They deserve your attention and care, even if all you do is smile and say "hello." I've never forgotten that lesson. I also learned her name was Dorothy.”
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
"Success is a science; if you have the conditions,
you get the result."
Oscar Wilde
Salvo - February 2020
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COMMANDERS CORNER
As we enter the new year of 2020, our membership is now over 90% of our department goal. Thank you so much to those of you who have continued to support our post and the Legion, and I hope those who have not renewed yet, will do so at their earliest opportunity. We need you and we are here for you! We are still looking for a candidate to take leadership of the post. I have enjoyed leading the post for several years, but it is time for me to pass the baton in the next year or two. Now is the time to step up and bring new ideas and energy to continue our programs and events. Randy Reid, as third Vice Commander, has volunteered to assist with “training” and transition. I look forward to hearing from you. The Crab Feed is sold out and we have a great assortment of donations for the auctions and raffle!!
Eric, Commander
UPCOMING EVENTS
**** Every Saturday 9 to 12.... Coffee at the Vets Hall ****
January 18th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
January 25th, Saturday…. Crab Feed Dinner/Fundraiser at VMB, 5:00 pm
February 5th, Wednesday…. Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
February 15th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
March 4th, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
March 14th, Saturday…. VMB Corn Beef & Cabbage Dinner, 5:00 pm
March 21st, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
March 29th, Sunday…. District 9/Post 246 Chili-cookoff at VMB, 2:00 pm
April 1st, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
April 18th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
May 6th, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
Nominations for 2020-21 Officers and Executive Board
May 16th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
May 25th, Monday…. VNVDV Memorial Day Remembrance, 10:30 am, Oak Hill Park, Danville
May 31st, Sunday…. High School Swearing-in Ceremony, 1:00 pm, at VMB
June 3rd, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
Election of 2020-21 Officers and Executive Board
June 20th, Saturday…. Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
July 1st, Wednesday…. Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
Installation of Officers and Executive Board
July 4th, Saturday…. Danville 4th of July parade, 9:00 am, downtown Danville
FEBRUARY MEETING SPEAKER
Our speaker in February is Chief Paige Meyer who joined the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District on March 18, 2013. He currently serves as a Board Member for the East Bay Regional Communications System Authority, an honorary board member of the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce, a board member and secretary for Leadership San Ramon Valley, on the Police and Fire Fallen Heroes scholarship committee, a Honorary Airforce Commander with Travis Airforce Base and is an active member of the Contra Costa County Executive Fire Chiefs, serving as current President of both the Executive Chiefs and County chiefs. Prior to being hired by the SRVFPD, Chief Meyer began his career over 25 years ago, as a volunteer Firefighter and later as a Public Safety Officer, with the City of Sunnyvale. He then served at the City of Vallejo Fire Department, holding the positions of Firefighter, Engineer, Captain, Battalion Chief and Fire Chief. He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Administration from California State University at Chico as well as a Fire Science degree.
DORIS SIDWELL
Since Doris’s passing, we have asked about how to pay our respects. Doris’s granddaughter has indicated, in lieu of flowers or cards, that you donate to the Veterans Remembrance Committee, a bay area veterans’ group to foster public remembrance for the men and women who have served our country. Doris was involved with the committee for many years. Make checks to "Veterans Remembrance Committee", note remembrance of Doris Sidwell. The address is: Veterans Remembrance Committee
4444 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94601
OTHER EVENTS (2020)
Sunday, 2 Feb, 1:00 pm – Vietnam Vets of Diablo Valley Crab Feed Dinner and Fundraiser. See flyer on our website.
Saturday, 8 Feb, 5:00 pm – District 9 Crab Feed Dinner (call me for details)
Saturday, 14 March, 5:00 pm – Veterans Memorial Building Corn Beef and Cabbage Dinner and Fundraiser. See flyer on our website.
DISTRICT 9 / POST 246 CHILI COOK-OFF
Our Post is hosting a Chili Cook-off at the Veterans Memorial Building, Danville, CA from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, March 29, 2020 to raise funds for the District 9 student veteran fund to support student veteran activities at colleges in District 9 and to pay their American Legion membership dues. You are invited to enter and serve up your favorite chili recipe as Chili Cook-off participants. You will need to provide a crock pot or similar appliance to keep their chili warm and an electrical extension cord. You are welcome to provide additional condiments to enhance their chili. Prizes will be awarded for the best chili! Not a chef, come anyway and sample/vote for your favorite entry.
Preliminary plans for ticket costs follow (subject to change):
1) Chili Cookoff entrants: FREE
2) American Legion (including Auxiliary) members and other Veteran Service
Organization Members: $25 per person
3) Student Veterans attending community colleges in Contra Costa County and
Saint Mary’s College: Free
4) General Public: $30 per person
5) Children 12 years of age and younger: $5 per person
6) Additional Tastings: $10 for four tastings.
7) Beverage Coupons: To Be Determined
American Legion and other VSO members, and student veterans will receive tickets for ten tastings and a coupon for a beverage (i.e., beer, wine, soft drink, or water). Children will receive a ticket for a hot dog and a coupon for a beverage (i.e., soft drink or water). Cookoff Entrants should confirm their participation no later than 29 February 2020 to Mark Heinemann or Randy Reid. If you need further information about the details of the Chili Cook-off, please contact Mark Heinemann or Randy Reid.
BUDDY CALLS
We are continuing to contacting many of you who we don’t see very often. We are do so for three simple reasons; 1) we want to know how you are doing, what you are doing, and if we can help, 2) we want to make sure your current contact information (address, phone number, email address, etc.) is correct, and 3) What would you like to see for a meeting or event. We are open to any suggestions.
PROTOCOL NOTE
Usage of The American Legion Cap, Emblem, Facilities, and Political Donations. In this election year, providing the following information is advisable: “The Legion cap is considered the official Legion uniform. It is not an individual Legion member’s decision on the appropriate usage of the cap and emblem. If attending a political event (of any kind: meeting, political pictures, town hall, etc.), the American Legion cap, or any clothing, pin, cap, ball cap, etc., with the American Legion emblem visible, should be removed so as not to imply endorsement by the American Legion.”
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
"For it is in giving that we receive."
Francis of Assisi
Salvo- January 2020
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COMMANDERS CORNER
MERRY CHRISTMAS, HAPPY HANUKKAH AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
I wish all our members and their families a very happy and safe holiday season. Thank you for your support of each other, our post, and the American Legion!
Welcome to new members Lorrie Sammons, Archie Juntura, and Jae Young Kim!
The upcoming Crab Feed Dinner and Fundraiser is a virtual sell out as of this writing. If you still would like to attend, please contact Bob Sada to be placed on a wait list; we will try to accommodate if possible.
Eric, Commander
UPCOMING EVENTS
**** Every Saturday 9 to 12.... Coffee at the Vets Hall ****
Third Monday of every month....Veterans Voices on CCTV
December 25th …. MERRY CHRISTMAS – HAPPY HANUKKAH!!
December 31st …. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
January 8th, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm followed by a Crab Feed Planning Meeting
January 18th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
January 25th, Saturday…. Crab Feed Dinner/Fundraiser at VMB, 5:00 pm
February 5th, Wednesday…. Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
February 15th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
March 4th, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
March 21st, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
March 14th, Saturday…. VMB Corn Beef & Cabbage Dinner, 5:00 pm
April 1st, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
April 18th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
May 6th, Wednesday.... Regular lunch meeting with speaker, 12:00 pm
May 16th, Saturday.... Board/Officer Meeting, 8:30 am
May 31st, Sunday…. High School Swearing-in Ceremony, 1:00 pm
DECEMBER MEETING SPEAKER
Lieutenant Colonel Jennifer L. Nolan enlisted in the United States Army Reserve in April of 1993. In 1997 she was commissioned through the Reserve Officers Training Corps at LaSalle University in Philadelphia, PA. Her assignments include:
- Engineer Officer Basic Course at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
- Engineer Battalion (Heavy), Equipment Platoon Leader
- First female Support Platoon Leader in the 10th Engineer Battalion (Mechanized)
- Chief Project Officer Soto Cano Airbase in Honduras, Central America
- Construction Officer and Deputy Director of Public Works Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for ARCENT-SA during the initial phase of Operation Iraqi Freedom
- Company Commander for the 5551h Engineer Company (TOPO), Ft. Hood, TX
- Comptroller Instructor and PPBES Course Director for the US Army Finance School Ft. Jackson, SC
- Observer/Controller for the 75th Training Division in Arlington Heights, IL.
- Civil Affairs branch Project Officer to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa in Djibouti and deployed with the 490lh Civil Affairs Battalion
- Executive Officer for the Chief of Staff, US Army Reserve.
- Deputy Branch Chief, North/West Africa U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM) in Stuttgart, Germany
- School of Advanced Military Studies in Fort Leavenworth
- Chief of Strategy for U.S. Southern Command in Miami, FL
LTC Nolan's awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (4th Award), Joint Service Commendation Medal (2nd Award); Army Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal (2nd Award), Parachutist Badge, and Army Staff Identification Badge. LTC Nolan holds a BA in Biology from LaSalle University, an MBA in International Business from \Trident University International and a Master of Military Art and Science (MMAS) Degree from the School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS). Her military education includes the Engineer Officer Basic and Advanced Courses, Command and General Staff College (lLE), Stability Security and Development in Complex Operations Course (Naval Postgraduate School), Joint and Combined Warfighting School (JPME-Il) and the Basic Strategic Arts Program (BSAP). LTC Nolan is from Philadelphia, PA. She is married to John R. Nolan, President and CEO of Verde Valuation Services, LLC, originally from Cleveland, OH.
OTHER EVENTS (2020)
Sunday, 2 Feb, 1:00 pm – Vietnam Vets of Diablo Valley Crab Feed Dinner and Fundraiser. See flyer on our website.
Saturday, 8 Feb, 5:00 pm – District 9 Crab Feed Dinner (call me for details)
Saturday, 14 March, 5:00 pm – Veterans Memorial Building Corn Beef and Cabbage Dinner and Fundraiser. See flyer on our website.
MEMBERSHIP
Membership renewal is now at 87%. For those who have not renewed yet, you will be receiving a past due notice from National headquarters. Please keep your membership current! Please send your renewal in today!!
BUDDY CALLS
I am sure most all of you know by now we have been contacting many of you members who we don’t see very often. We are do so for three simple reasons; 1) we want to know how you are doing, what you are doing, and if maybe we can help, 2) we want to make sure we have you current contact information (address, phone number, email address, etc.), and 3) is there anything we could do that you would like to see for a meeting or event. We are open to any and all suggestions.
AMERICAN LEGION VEHICLE DONATION
Did you know that the American Legion has a Vehicle Donation Program? Making a donation is easy.
Toll Free Number Information: 844-353-4466 (844-3-LEGION)
Online Donation Form: https://www.legion.org/donate/auto
Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAAI) will pick up your vehicle at a time that works for you - at no cost to you.
The American Legion will send you a tax receipt and acknowledgement.
Proceeds will support The American Legion.
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Thought for Day
"The best way out of a difficulty is through it."
Will Rogers