Grande du Washington

National Caregivers Support System
2021-09-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-09-15 08:00 - 09:00, 2021-09-16 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online Meeting
Who can participate?
Anyone who is a caregiver of a Veteran? The listening sessions will focus on the Program of General Caregiver Support Services and we welcome anyone caring for a veteran, whether they are enrolled in the VA’s Caregiver Support Program or not.
If you are interested please send your name and contact number to
Karen Cutright
karen.cutrightslegrist@va.gov

Fall Harvest Chicken Dinner
2021-10-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 7607 NE 26th Ave, Vancouver , WA, 98665, United States

Columbia River Detachment Annual Marine Corps Birthday Dinner
2021-11-13 15:00 - 20:00 | American Legion Post 14, 4607 NE St James Rd, Vancouver , WA, United States

Thanksgiving Day
2021-11-25 | WA

The Attack on Pearl Harbor
2021-12-07 | WA
On December 7, we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which marks the 76th anniversary of the end of WWII. Over 2,400 Americans died at Pearl Harbor, and more than 1,000 were injured during the bombing. Over 300 aircraft and 19 naval ships were damaged or destroyed. It marked the entrance of the US into World War II, and FDR said the attack was “A date which will live in infamy.”
Pearl Harbor National Memorial and its partners announced the theme for the 2021 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Commemoration: Valor, Sacrifice, and Peace.
The National Park Service said, “The goal of the commemoration and supplemental events is to ensure that future generations will understand the valor and legacy of those who perished and those who fought throughout the war.
The commemoration also highlights the importance of the peace that brought a reconciliation that continues to create a better future for all”.
Video – The Attack on Pearl Harbor

Christmas Day
2021-12-25 | WA

New Years Day
2022-01-01 | WA

Grande Du Washington Petite Promenade
2022-04-29 - 2022-04-30 | Voiture 99 Boxcar Room, 7607 NE 26th Ave. , Vancouver , WA, 98665 , United States
See Registration form below –

Grande Du Washington Promenade
2022-07-22 - 2022-07-23 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 7607 NE 26th Ave, Vancouver , WA, 98665, United States
Grande Promenade is scheduled for July 22nd and 23rd in Vancouver Washington. Registration form is available in pdf form. Click HERE for your registration.

National Flag Foundation’s Project Purple Heart Initiative
2022-08-07 | WA

Percussion Therapy Cowlitz County Gun Range
2022-08-27 08:00 - 13:30 | Cowlitz County Gun Range, 1000 Toutle Park Rd, Castle Rock, WA, 98611, United States
Range time, Hunting Season is coming Sooner than you think!Come and have a safe day on the Range!Site in your Rifle(s) or Riflescopes pistol or pistols.There will be some range safety training as well!Remember we can only take a Maximum of 20 Twenty folks this time to the Range! On this trip!Tuesday morning before Lunch is the Cut Off Time to sign up!
Again we will meet 0730 -0800 at the 40et8 Château. We will be leaving at 0805 to the Range! arriving at approximately 0845-0900
So far we have signed up Officially:Frank FalbeeCliff TaylorRon FryerDavid MoegleinJuan VelezPatrick LockeRodger CassetDavid Gizzi
Bob Elliott
John Landahl
NOTE the POC Point of Contacts will be:Ron Fryer:Cliff Taylor:Patrick Locke:David Moeglein:NOTE: As a Guesstimate we plan to be returning to the Chateau between 1230-1330 on the first Day!FYI ALL WEAPONS WILL BE CLEAR OF AMMO, magazine(s) Upon entry to the Range until instructed to lock and load on the firing range by (The RSO Range Safety Officer)Cowlitz County Gun Range1000 Toutle Park RdCastle Rock, WA 98611United States?Exit 40

Mt Rainier Memorial Ceremony
2022-08-27 12:00 - 13:30 | Veterans Memorial Park, 1151 Roosevelt Ave, Enumclaw, WA, 98022, United States

2022 Portland Veterans Job Fair and Stand Down
2022-09-09 09:00 - 13:00 | Veterans Memorial Coliseum Plaza, 300 N. Winning Way, Portland, OR, United States
The 2022 Portland Veterans Job Fair and Stand Down is back in person this year and will take place September 9th at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum Plaza located on 300 N. Winning Way in Portland. The event will take place from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. A full range of resources will be offered at this year’s Stand Down, including:
-Employment Fair
-Health and Wellness Services
-Military Surplus
-COVID-19 Vaccines
-Veteran Intake for Programs & Services
-Breakfast and Lunch
-Robust Program featuring 100+ Service Providers & Employers
-Women & Gender Diverse Services and Lounge
-Pet Care and Services
-Haircuts
-Legal Clinic
Registration opens at 8 a.m. on the day of the event and masks are required for all attendees. To learn more, visit www.pdxstanddown.org.
The Portland Veterans Stand Down – Oregon’s largest – honors and supports Veterans, many of whom are often either experiencing or at risk of homelessness. People who have served in the military access essential supportive resources and services, employment, and connections to local, state, and federal support. This community-led partnership combines local nonprofits, government officials, corporations, and businesses to welcome more than 400 veterans annually.

Portland Thorns FC to Host Women Veterans Appreciation Night
2022-09-25 13:00 - 15:30 | Providence Park, 1844 SW Morrison St, Portland, OR, United States
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA) and Portland Thorns FC will honor Oregon’s women veterans on September 25, 2022 at Women Veterans Appreciation Night with the Portland Thorns! Join us in celebrating the military service of Oregon’s more than 28,000 women veterans when the two-time NWSL champion Portland Thorns take on the Chicago Red Stars in their final regular season home match of 2022. Click here to purchase tickets: https://bit.ly/3PEejaw
Support Oregon’s Women Veterans
A portion of the proceeds from each ticket purchased will support the Oregon Women Veterans Fund. If you are unable to attend the game but would still like to contribute please visit: www.oregon.gov/odva/Connect/Pages/Donations.aspx.
Celebrate Women Veterans: I am Not Invisible (IANI) Exhibit
Along with federal, state, and local partnerships, ODVA continues to pay tribute to the courageous legacy and diversity of our Oregon women veterans through our national award winning “I’m Not Invisible” Exhibit. The virtual photo gallery and exhibit honors Oregon’s women veterans across five eras of military service and reminds us of their sacrifice and continued service and contributions within our state, communities, and our families. View IANI at: “I Am Not Invisible” Exhibit
For any questions contact:
ODVA Women Veterans Coordinator: Jessica Bradley – (503) 576 9603 or Jessica.bradley@odva.oregon.gov Portland Thorns FC: Vinnie Simone – (503) 553-5449
Oregon Women Veteran Resource Links:
ODVA Women Veterans Program
Center for Women Veterans (CWV) (va.gov)
Note: All guests over the age of 11 will be required to provide proof of two weeks past full vaccination or a negative PCR test within 72 hours of the event to enter the stadium.

Nurses Scholarship Dinner - rsvp by the 11th
2022-10-19 18:00 - 19:30 | American Legion Post 10, 208 North Wenatchee Avenue, Wenatchee , WA, United States
Sorry for the late notice but everyone is invite to attend!
The Nurses Scholarship Dinner on the evening of 19 October.
There will be 7 Student Nurses being awarded $750 each.
This will be held at the American Legion Post 10 in Wenatchee WA.
The meal will be meat loaf, mashed Taters , green beans and a dessert. You don’t have to do the dishes.🙄.

They are asking that you Please RSVP by the 11th so they have time to purchase groceries for the dinner, meals will be $10.

The lounge will be open for cocktails and beer before hand.

The American Legion will be open early.

Dinner will be starting at 6:00 PM.

Recruiting Station Portland 247th Marine Corps Birthday Ball
2022-11-11 17:00 - 2022-11-12 00:00 | Spirit Mountain Casino & Lodge, 27100 Spirit Mountain Hwy., Grand Ronde, OR, United States

VA Portland Health Care System is hosting a PACT Act Telephone Town Hall
2022-12-15 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
PACT Act Open Houses – Calling All Vietnam era, Gulf War era, and Post-9/11 Veterans!
VA Portland Health Care System (VHA) in partnership with Portland Regional Office (VBA) is hosting a PACT Act Telephone Town Hall – Thurs. Dec. 15, 6 – 7 p.m.
Veterans must register here to join the event: PACT Act Telephone Town Hall
The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA Health Care and Benefits to Veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances from the Vietnam era through the Post 9/11 era. Veterans who do not get their care at VA or have a claim with VA are more than welcome to join the call and hear more about PACT Act and any new information that they and their families should be aware of now.
This event is by phone only to reach as many Veterans and their loved ones as possible in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Everyone is welcome.
To join the event, register at the link provided with your phone number and info, and on Dec. 15, simply answer the call at 6:00 PM, remain on the line, and you will automatically be connected to the live meeting. Veterans will be given instructions during the call to talk to operators who will take your questions for the group to address.
The following day on Friday, Dec. 16, VBA will host an In-Person Claims Clinic on our VA Vancouver Campus to assist Veterans with any claims questions they have (not just PACT Act claims questions.

Passe' Chefs Holiday Dinner
2022-12-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Voiture 99 Boxcar Room, 7607 NE 26th Ave. , Vancouver , WA, 98665 , United States
Click HERE for downloadable registration form.

Great Western States Promenade
2023-04-13 - 2023-04-16 | The Rushmore Hotel and Suites, 445 Mt Rushmore Road, Rapid City, SD
Click HERE for downloadable forms.

Grande du Washington Promenade
2023-04-28 - 2023-04-29 | American Legion Post 28, 276 8th Avenue NW, Ephrata, WA, 98823, United States

Registration form for Grande Du Washington Petite Promenade
2023-04-28 - 2023-04-29 | American Legion Post 28, 276 8th Avenue NW, Ephrata, WA, 98823, United States

Grande Du Washington Grande Promenade
2023-07-14 - 2023-07-15 | Voiture 99 Boxcar Room, 7607 NE 26th Ave. , Vancouver , WA, 98665 , United States
Grande Du Washington Promenade has been scheduled for July 14th and 15th 2023. Registration form is available below in pdf form.
Chef de Gares, Correspondants and Voyageurs of the Grand Du Washington, please review the attached and pass on to your individual voitures membership. We would like to encourage as many voyageurs as possible to attend the Grand promenade, officers for the 2023-2024 membership year will be elected and Grand Constitutional amendments need to be voted on. If a member of your Voiture would like to run for a particular office on the Grand Staff, resolutions should be submitted to the Grand Correspondant not later than June 14th 2023. Resolutions via email are acceptable.
News Flash!!! The Grande Chef de Gare will be giving away a 32″ TV to someone who attends the Grande Promenade July 14-15. This could be you!! You do not have to buy a ticket, you just need to register and show up!!! (Did I mention each registered member gets 2 free drink coupons???) I am attaching the registration form to make it easy! You can even pay by credit card anytime the Chateau is open. I would please ask that if you come during a busy time ie Friday breakfast that you wait until a slow moment to pay for your registration. Barb and I are happy to help you with any questions you may have.
Click HERE for downloadable registration form

U.S. Coast Guard Birthday
2023-08-04 | WA
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is the maritime security, search and rescue, and law enforcement service branch of the United States Armed Forces[7] and one of the country’s eight uniformed services. The service is a maritime, military, multi-mission service unique among the United States military branches for having a maritime law enforcement mission with jurisdiction in both domestic and international waters and a federal regulatory agency mission as part of its duties. It is the largest coast guard in the world, rivaling the capabilities and size of most navies.

Annual Voiture 99 Members Picnic
2023-08-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Voiture 99 Boxcar Room, 7607 NE 26th Ave. , Vancouver , WA, 98665 , United States
Our membership picnic is right around the corner on Saturday August 19th. We will be serving hamburgers and hot dogs from 11:00 to 1:00 PM. The Voiture will be providing a couple of pony kegs of beer, sodas, water and juice. If you would like something from the bar, Darcy would be happy to help you, on your nickel. We are asking our members to bring a side dish or a dessert to share. One of the highlights of the day is the raffle prizes. John Treosti has been working diligently to secure prizes for both our Labor Day car show and our membership picnic. We would also accept any items that you would like to “regift” that you think somebody might like as a raffle prize. If you have anything you’d like to donate, please see John Treosti or Annie Beaton.

40et8 Annual Labor Day Car show
2023-09-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 7607 NE 26th Ave, Vancouver , WA, 98665, United States
The 40et8 Annual Labor Day Car show will take place on Monday September 4, 2023 at the 40et8. There will be music, food, and fun.

Patriots Day Ceremony
2023-09-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Vancouver City Hall, 415 W. 6th Street, Vancouver, WA, United States

104th Promenade Nationale
2023-09-12 - 2023-09-16 | Kalahari Resort, 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky, OH, United States
Click HERE for more information on the National website
September 12-16, 2023
Kalahari Resort, Sandusky, OH

TRANSPORTATION TUESDAY – SATURDAY FROM AIRPORT TO HOTEL PLEASE CONTACT
HAROLD WADE
937-849-0701

THE KALAHARI ONLY HAS 4 MOTORIZED SCOOTERS FOR RENT IT IS A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASES. ONCE THESE ARE RENTED BELOW IS A COMPANY THAT DOES RENT THEM
ROCKING MOBILITY 216-356-6984
PLEASE LET THEM KNOW YOUR WITH THE 40/8 THE MORE WE RENT THE BETTER PRICING WE CAN GET

U.S. Air Force Birthday
2023-09-18 | WA
The United States Air Force (USAF) is the air service branch of the United States Armed Forces, and is one of the eight uniformed services of the United States.[11] Originally created on 1 August 1907, as a part of the United States Army Signal Corps, the USAF was established as a separate branch of the United States Armed Forces in 1947 with the enactment of the National Security Act of 1947. It is the second youngest branch of the United States Armed Forces[a] and the fourth in order of precedence. The United States Air Force articulates its core missions as air supremacy, global integrated intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, rapid global mobility, global strike, and command and control.
