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.
Voice of Democracy Winner for 2012
Amanda Walworth, a Senior of Southridge High School of Beaverton, was selected as the Post’s 2012 winner of the Voice of Democracy contest for 2012. Commander Greg Stadler presented her with a plaque, a check from the post for $150 and a check from District 16 for $200. Congratulations to Amanda for a job well done.
COURSE IN STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:10:31 -0800
To: “info@tualatinvfw.com” <info@tualatinvfw.com>
Subject: Grant $ available for Starting Your Own Business @ Clackamas Community College’s, Small Business Development Center
Dear Veteran,
On March 6th, theSmallBusinessDevelopmentCenter is starting its highly recognized Small Business Greenhouse Program. This 16 week class is a flagship course for anyone wanting to start a business, has started a business but needs the foundation to move forward, or for the person who has always had an idea about a business and does not know where to start. The Greenhouse program has been the driving force behind multiple successful business startups and is considered to be the best learning investment for budding entrepreneurs in the Portland Metropolitan area.
In addition to the weekly 3 hour class (6:30 – 9:30 pm Tuesday), each class participant has the option for 2 hours of counseling a month. Counseling sessions are specific to the individual business, and are considered to be as valuable as class participation.
Enclosed is a flyer on the class that gives you all the details of this course content, tuition, schedule and comments from previous students.
The normal fee for the 16-week program and counseling sessions is $495. However, because of your Veterans status, the fee is $150.
The Greenhouse instructor is Rob Campbell. Rob is a Viet Namcombat Vet and has extensive experience with large, small, and start-up companies. For more information contact Myrna at 503-594-0738, email: mrattle@clackamas.edu.
We encourage you to think of anyone in your family, business contacts, or friends that may also benefit from this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Tim Shea, Director
ClackamasCommunity College
SmallBusiness DevelopmentCenter
7736 SE Harmony Rd., Milwaukie, OR 97222
(503) 594-0738 – phone
(503) 594-0726 – fax
Email: mrattle@clackamas.edu
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.
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
