Maija Girardi – Winner of Patriot’s Pen Essay
Congratulations to Maija Girardi winner of the Patriot’s Pen essay competition organized by the Tualatin VFW Post 3452.
Retired USAF Pilot is Speaking on Feb 11th
Quarterly Meeting of the Oregon Chapter 8th Air Force Historical Society
Meeting Date is Saturday February 11, 2012
Beaverton Elks Lodge
3500 SW 104th Avenue
Beaverton, Oregon 97005-1941
Located off of Canyon Road (Highway 
just East of Highway 217
See the chapter’s web site for the chapter for detailed driving information http://www.8thafhsoregon.com
Door Open at 10:00 for social time; meeting will start at 11:15. Lunch starts at noon followed by the featured program.
There is no cost to attend the meeting and it is open to the public.
PROGRAM: Lt. Col. Angelica “Angel” Pilato, USAF (retired) will be the guest speaker at the next Oregon 8th Air Force Historical Society meeting at the Beaverton Elks Lodge on February 11, 2012. Angelica joined the military in 1967 during the Vietnam War. When the war ended for the US in 1972 she was a Captain charge of the “O” Club – Officer’s Club – at Udorn Air Base in Thailand.
She took her collection of stories of her experiences from her years in the Air Force and turned it into a recently published book: “Angel’s Truck Stop, A Woman’s Love, Laughter and Loss during the Vietnam War”. Angel’s Truck Stop is the nickname given to the officers’ club that Pilato managed at Udorn Air Base, Thailand.
“I was what the fighter jocks called a ‘support puke,’ which put me at the bottom of the military food chain. My job was to run the officers’ club, which provided for the morale and recreation of the officers.”
Angelica lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
Website: angels-truckstop.com
Udorn Air Base in Thailand
Lunch is available for purchase at the meeting for $13.00 which includes gratuity.
►Note! Call Tom Philo at 503-591-3227 ONLY if you are planning to EAT at the meeting – by February 8, so he can get a headcount for the lodge food preparers. You can e-mail him at: secretary@8thafhsoregon.com
About the 8th AFHS of Oregon
The organization is open to anyone who has an interest in World War II aviation. It is dedicated to preserving and passing on the knowledge of what the people in the Army Air Force units performed in air and ground combat over Europe, the Balkans, North Africa, India, Japan, and in Russia, during the Second World War.
Meetings
Meetings occur on a quarterly basis. In addition to the program, floor displays, local aviation news, and museum news are discussed at the meeting.
E-Mail and Postal Contact Information:
Secretary 8thAFHS Oregon
Tom Philo
17502 SW Kimmel Ct.
Beaverton, Oregon 97007-6877
503-591-3227
Professional Handyman Services
Available to all Veterans and Auxiliary members.
Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Robert Helmstetler, I am a life member of VFW Post 922 in Pendleton, and have recently moved to the Portland area.
I would like to offer my services to those in need during these financially difficult times. If you, or a family member, are in need of assistance with repairs, upkeep, or just would like someone to talk to, please give me a call. I give free estimates, and in some cases, upon my assessment of the work to be done, I work for the price of materials, or for No Charge. Local references available upon request.
I look forward to meeting you.
Audio/Video installation, Plumbing, Landscaping, Tree trimming, General Clean-up and Hauling, Weatherization, Small Electrical projects as well.
Help a Vet Find Work
YELLOW RIBBON REINTEGRATION
“JOINT TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM”
“PRESENTS”
Integrated Career Transition Assistance Workshop
The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration, Joint Transition Assistance Program (JTAP ) and Oregon WorkSource are putting on a work shop for the 1249 Engineer Bn, all service members, spouses and veterans in search for employment.
The course is intended to provide you with the necessary skills and contacts for obtaining employment in today’s competitive employment environment. We will introduce you to some of the most important strategies, to include: assessing individual skills, writing effective resumes and cover letters, proper interviewing techniques and methods for successful job searching. There will be local business leaders there to provide insights on what employers are looking for and how to best prepare yourself for the Interview.
WHEN
27-29 Feb 2012
0830-1630 hrs
WHERE
Anderson Readiness Center
Room 172 A/B
3225 State Street
Salem, OR.
Chamber Networking at the VFW Post
On Friday, January 20th the VFW hosted the Tualatin Chamber of Commerce for a networking event. We had about 60 people visit our Post and hear about what the VFW stands for, and how they can join our Men’s and Women’s Auxiliary.
In addition, we honored the memory of Cpl. Matthew Lembke by witnessing the $13,239.24 donation to the Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools from the annual Regatta Run. The VFW opens its doors during the Regatta Run and serves breakfast and brunch to the runners and attendees. This year the Post was also a Platinum Sponsor of the Regatta Run.
Santa Visits
Santa Claus (AKA as Men’s Auxiliary President Don Comstock) with Tigard Police Chief Alan Orr telling him what his Department needs for next year. They are at a Christmas party for 150 children from Community Partners for Affordable Housing. Santa visits military unit family events and needy children over the holidays.
VA Hospital Visit
Several members of Post 3452 assisted the Women’s Auxiliary in distributing hand made items to patients in the Portland VA Hospital on December 14th. Several members of the Women’s Auxiliary have spent months making carry bags, afghan blankets, and soap on a rope. They combined their handicraft with donated hats, sweatshirts, and comfort items to give to patients for a Christmas present. Patricia Modlin and Phyllis Houston are committed volunteers for the VAVS program. Lots of smiles and appreciation from those who received a bag.
Photos by Tony Rizzutto
Two Members Named to Tualatin Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
VFW Auxiliary members Jonathan Crane and John Goodhouse have been named to Tualatin Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Auxiliary member Ryan Miller is stepping down after three years on the Board.
New Community Theatre Gives Back to the Community
On November 4, 2011 true Community Theatre comes to Tigard and Tualatin with the opening night performance of The Green Room at Mask and Mirror Community Theatre.
Mask and Mirror Community Theatre consists of over 100 unpaid volunteers dedicated to providing entertainment, recreation and education to the citizens of our two cities. We have been overwhelmed by the enthusiasm and support we’ve received, so we’ve decided to celebrate our good fortune by giving back to the communities that have welcomed us.
Throughout the nine performance run of The Green Room, anyone making a reservation and then showing a current unemployment check stub, Oregon Reliacard, or otherwise proving that they are unemployed will receive 2 free tickets to our theatre.
Also, on our opening night of November 4, 2011, tickets with reservations are only $5 with the donation of two cans or boxes of food. This food will be split between food pantries in Tigard and Tualatin.
Please come join us and support the arts in your city. And since we all seem to have friends and family suffering from the current economic situation – bring them along.
THE GREEN ROOM By Peggy Glisson
November 4 – 20, 2011
Friday & Saturday @ 7:30 PM – Sunday @ 2:00 PM
Adults: $12
Seniors, students, military, members: $10
Youth Under 10: $5
Special Group Rates Available
“The Stage” at Calvin Church
10445 SW Canterbury Lane
Tigard, OR 97224
For ticket reservations email: Tickets@maskandmirror.com
Or call: 503-691-1779
Full information on our website: www.MaskAndMirror.com
Operation Christmas Glory
Since September 10th, 2010, Jennifer L. Fair and Renee Atkins have sent over 250 care packages to military personnel in hostile regions of Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Bahrain. These care packages contained an estimated value of $25,000 worth of requested toiletries, food, and morale items. This was all accomplished by savvy shopping, over ten thousand coupons, 8-10 hours each week of shopping preparation, and facilitated by a single woman, working part-time, and earning minimum-wage.
You can help out on this effort by volunteering to help assemble care packages on Friday, September 30th starting at 8:30AM.
Please contact Jennifer at 503-841-3418 for more details.
Saturday Brunch
May 19, 2012Saturday Brunch
May 26, 2012Memorial Day at Winona Cemetery
May 28, 2012Saturday Brunch
Jun 2, 2012Saturday Brunch
Jun 9, 2012Saturday Brunch
Jun 16, 2012
Events
Schedules
The Post meets on the first Monday of each month at 7 pm.
Everyone is invited to brunch every Saturday from 10AM – Noon at Cpl Matthew Lembke Hall. Cost is donation only.
Ladies Auxiliary meeting is at 1:00 p.m., the first Monday of each month.
Men’s Auxiliary meeting is at 6:30 p.m., the third Thursday of each month.
Deployed family members support group, last Friday of each month 5:30PM to 7:30PM.
Newsletter
Keep updated on events to benefit our veterans:Local VFW News
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Maija Girardi – Winner of Patriot’s Pen Essay
Apr 8, 2012
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Voice of Democracy Winner for 2012
Mar 6, 2012
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COURSE IN STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Feb 24, 2012
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Retired USAF Pilot is Speaking on Feb 11th
Feb 3, 2012
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Professional Handyman Services
Jan 25, 2012
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Help a Vet Find Work
Jan 23, 2012
News and Resources
- DD-214
- Federal Benefits for Vets
- National VA Council
- National VFW
- Oregon Dept of Vet Affairs
- Oregon VFW
- Oregon VFW (Twitter)
- Veterans in the news
- VFW in the news
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- Vietnam War Resources
