State Convention June 12-16, 2024

Department - 12/14/2021

Commander's Corner

Commander Corky A. Olson

Greeting Veterans,

I hope all of you are doing well, Spring is here! Days are getting longer, and we will soon be having fun in the sun. Elections were held on April 1st. I am Honored to have been Elected as your Commander once again.
Some of you may have noticed that our website has changed a bit. It still going to contain the same information as our old site and is still being managed by the same person and will know have access to the VFW.org for more information on the program and services the VFW offers. Our Facebook page is active so continue to check for what events and specials are happening.
Easter is April 20th, so I hope everyone has a wonderful day with family.
On May 3rd our Officers will be volunteering In the VFW National Day of Service at the Blaine Veterans Memorial Park doing beautification projects.
Mother's Day is May 11th.
Buddy Poppy Distribution Day is May 23rd, we will be out at various locations in Blaine.
Memorial Day Is May 26th. Veteran's Memorial Park will hold their annual celebration.
The VFW State Convention will be held June 5th-8th in St. Cloud MN and I will be attending the event.
We are still short of our Membership Goal of 102% 4 members needed to make this goal. If you know a veteran, get them in contact with us.
Keep checking our social media site for upcoming events and specials.
I hope all of you have a wonderful spring. Stay safe and stay well.


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