Courtesy of Treasurer, and VVA Travel Site Coordinator, Bob Dew: Dear Fellow VVA Chapter 528 Supporters, I want to thank you for your passion for Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 528. Over the years you've supported VVA Chapter 528 with your voice, your energy and your dollars. Now, we're proud to say, it's time to give you something back! Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 528 has a new membership service that actually puts the "fun" in fundraising and it won't cost you a penny. I know you've heard that one before. But, this time it's true! Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 528 now has its own travel website at www.travelvva528.com! This new service is like having our own Expedia@ just for VVA Chapter 528 supporters and friends! Everything you need is right here. You get access to the same airlines, hotels and rental car companies, cruises and vacation packages you find on all the other major travel websites, and, best of all - you get some of the lowest travel prices on the internet! Getting great travel prices for you is fantastic, right? But, how is this going to help raise funds for VVA Chapter 528?

Here's How it Works: If you don't know, every time you use a travel website like Expedia@, the travel companies pay BIG commissions for your reservation. Well, now when you book travel on our website, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 528 will get a whopping 40 percent of those commissions! Any way you look at it, this is a win-win situation. You get great travel rates and you help funnel dollars from the travel companies into Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 528 to advance our cause. With your help and other VVA Chapter 528 supporters like you, we can raise thousands of dollars for Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 528 to help support our cause! I know you might have a slight case of "cabin fever," as a result, you are in the middle of planning a winter vacation or maybe looking ahead to plan travel for the Spring. Why not take the travel website for a "test drive" right now? I'm sure you'll like what you find and it would be a great way for us to kick off this new service. Try out our new website at: www.travelvva528.com. Use our new travel website and while you are flying to some exotic locale, you'll know you are supporting Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 528! It's that simple! Oh, and one more thing, please bookmark our new website. That way you'll be able to use it anytime you need travel.

Thanks for your commitment to Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 528 and for trying out our travel service at www.travelvva528.com.

President Bill Boudreau and Secretary Mike Schlott want everybody to please send in their Agenda information by the Wednesday prior to the General Business Meeting and the Wednesday prior to the Board Meeting. This way the Agendas can be printed out with all information. Either phone or email Bill or Mike with information you want included with each month's Agenda.

The United States Flag Exchange Day on June 28, 2008 went fairly well considering our informational ad was run for only one day in the Sunday June 22, 2008 Plymouth Observer. It did not appear in the Canton Observer nor was it able to be shown on the community boards for Plymouth and Canton by Comcast Cable. We exchanged 26 flags, sold 1 flag $20.00, sold 2 Sportsman Raffle Tickets and received $64.00 in donations. I would like to thank those workers who helped today during the 6 hour event. Don Dignan, Jim Hodgson, Doug Fox, Gary Kubik, Ron King. Gary Boucher was there with Product sales and special customers Ron Dillingham, Jerry Thomason and Judy Thomason providing moral support.

Many of the remaining Flags are now part of our Chapter Product Sales. The 3' X 5' embroidered American made U.S. Flags are for sale at $20.00 each. One may order them by going to our Chapter Product Sales Web Page or by contacting Gary "Ouch" Boucher.

Chapter 528 purchased 100 (3'x 5') U. S. Flags - American Made (nylon with embroidered stars) - Cost $1,450.00. Flag Exchange Flyer This project was funded in conjunction with the VFW Post 6695. The shared cost is $725.00 for each organization. Initial program was advertised in the Observer announcing an exchange day of June 28, 2008 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at VFW Post 6695 1426 South Mill Street, Plymouth, Michigan . We accepted torn, tattered worn out 3'x5' U.S. American flags ready for retirement. We provided a free 3'x5' U.S. American Flag replacement. We will maintain a supply of flags for members of Chapter 528 and VFW Post 6695 to personally exchange flags they have identified needing retirement. Members can sign out one flag keeping it in their possession until they are able to exchange the new flag for a flag needing retirement. Bring the replaced flag back to VFW Post 6695 for retirement and pick up a new flag to exchange for another one needing retirement. Each member taking a flag for exchange will need to sign out the flag in order to maintain accountability within the program. Also upon return of the flag being retired provide the name and address where the flag was exchanged. There will be a log sheet available at the VFW post. Continuation of the Flag Exchange Program will be proposed to the general membership of both organizations after the initial flag exchange day event and up to one more purchase of additional flags for exchange. Here is some information found on the identified website listed: Identified Website http://www.ushistory.org/BETSY/flagetiq.html

NOTE: Flags that are not made of cloth or felt are no longer allowed to be burned due to the material being identified as hazardous to individuals and the environment. Initially those flags were required to be buried but there is a recycle program available where 100% of the material can be recycled and used to produce new flags.

What I should do with my old flag?
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Thanks!
Bob Dew, Treasurer
VVA-528
bdewman@sbcglobal.net

Battleship New Jersey video found at You Tube.

The Canton Veterans Memorial Association is accepting donations for the Veterans Memorial in the way of inscribed brick pavers that will be placed in the walkway leading to the Veterans Memorial. One has three choices of inscribed brick pavers: $50.00, $100.00, and $250.00. All proceeds go to directly support the Veterans Memorial project. The lettering on the brick must be limited to no more than two lines of ten characters; spaces are counted as characters. Canton Memorial List of Names

$50.00 donation form
$100.00 donation form
$250.00 donation form

Joe Agius has volunteered to Chair our newest committee. The By-Laws Committe has the responsiblity of looking at all of our Chapter By-Laws and Policy Letters and make sure they are current and consistent with the National VVA Constitution. Co-Chairing the By-Laws Committe are: Rick Ciaramitaro, Bob Cohen, Mike Dicker, Gary Estermyer, Bob Lamoureux, Dale Luebke, and Bob Paul.

New August 15, 2008

On behalf of Re/Max Classic our servce personnel and their families will be receiving free talk time. By donating old cell phones, chargers, batters, etc. for recycling, soldiers and families will receive calling cards. Check out our newest web page Cell Phones For Soldiers

Our Chapter Officers: Bill Boudreau President, Darrell Bazman 1st Vice President, Bill Juchartz 2nd Vice President, Mike Schlott Secretary, Bob Dew Treasurer. The Board of Directors: Joe Agius, Rick Ciaramitaro, Don Dignan, Gary Estermyer, Doug Fox, Gary Kubik, Dale Luebke, and Jerry Thomason.

Our State Council Delegate is Gary Estermyer and Bob Paul and Mike Dicker are our Alternate State Council Delegates.

The members of our Nominating Committee are Bob Bryan, Gordon Dorey, Bob Lamoureux, and Rich Whipple.

Gary "Ouch" Boucher suggested to create this web page so our members may take a look at our Chapter 528 Products.

Our annual Chapter Picnic was held on August 3rd this year. The Picnic was hosted by the VVA, VFW, and the Men's Auxiliary. Cornell Osier chaired the event. Take a look at the new photos which "Bear" took at our picnic.

Charity Motors Please, donate your vehicle to Vietnam Veterans of America

Children of Vietnam Veterans Blog This is a new online Blog about children of Vietnam Veterans. This blog has to do about PTSD. This link is courtesy of Pete Glasgow

See either Rick Ciaramitaro, Commander and Drill Sergeant or Bob Lamoureux, Deputy Commander for further information.

Check out our Flyer or our Web Page Take a look at Hotrod Hotline Web Site which has a slide show of many of the cars from our Car Show.

The Dog Tags sell for $5.00 for a single and $9.00 for a set of two. Add $2.00 for postage on all mail orders. The set must contain the same information. These tags can be used for identification of your child's school bag, or you can replace your lost set of dog tags from your military service. The tags can also be used for I.D. tags for your pets. The Tag may have up to 5 lines of printing and 16 spaces per line. Each box counts as a character (i.e. space, comma, period, etc). Use your imagination and be creative. The Dog Tags are avilable in stainless steel (dull and bright) or brass. This fundraiser will be an ongoing effort to continue to raise funds for our Chapter. Contact Dale Luebke at 734-395-5144 or 734-397-3909. You can also eamil me at dale68us@yahoo.com. Dog Tag Form.

VVA Chapter 528 and VFW Post are collecting money in our "Goody Boxes". The purpose of this collection is to support Kim Skelton and her work for 100 Marines.

"Currently, I support a unit consisting of 100 Marines in Iraq along with a few other individual Marines in Iraq, Afghanistan and Okinawa. One of the Marines is a 2007 Northville High School Graduate stationed in Okinawa, Japan. Care Package items: Holiday cards, letters, disposable razors, shave cream, foot powder (GoldBond Max Strength), baby wipes, liquid hand sanitizer, Carmex lip balm, sun block SPF45, Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, toothpaste, toothbrush, dental floss, deodorant, Skin So Soft (works as insect repellant), Q-tips, soap, shampoo, cream rinse, "extra firm" hairspray, gel, female hygiene products (and Midol), feminine body products (shower foam, good lotions and moisturizers, facial products), On The Go (water flavor packets), Gatorade dry mix, hard candy (no chocolate), gum, nuts and seeds, dried fruit, cookies (no chocolate or home-baked goodies), beef jerky, Slim Jims, gum, Easy Mac, packets of tuna, chicken, etc., protein bars, pasta/noodles/spaghetti-os/ravioli/etc. (microwave-safe bowls or pop-top cans), pens/pencils/candy/gum etc. (to give to children)."
Kim Skelton
Veteran U.S.M.C. 734.459.7009 marinesgtkim@sbcglobal.net

Bill Boudreau and I would like to thank all of the members who helped out today at the Annual Fishing Derby. We had great weather and a great time. Thanks to Dean Bell, Doug Fox, Dale Luebke, Al Kerbyson, Darrell Bazman, Gary Kubik, Ron Little, Aggie Little, and Vaughn Hull. The derby was held at Waterbend Park in the Hines Park area. Kids 12 and under were able to fish for trout between 8:00 am to 10:00 am for free and without needing a fishing license. Prizes for largest and smallest trout, heaviest and lightest trout in three separate age groups were given by Wayne County Park Services and VVA Chapter 528 Plymouth/Canton, MI. New this year, the biggest fish was given the prize to have their fish sent to a local taxidermist (Dave's Taxidermy of Plymouth). Take a look at some of the Fishing Derby Photos from our event.

Again, Thanks!
Tom Brown & Bill Boudreau

VVA members Gary "Bear" Kubik, Gary Pritchard, and Al & Elaine Cane recently took part in the Highland Games At Greenmeade. Take a look at Gary Pritchard wearing kilts. Also wearing kilts are Elaine and Al Cane

Take a peek at our Chapter back in 1989. History of our Chapter Thanks for the suggestion, Joe Agius!.

On Saturday, July 19, our chapter had the second Wayne County Adopt-A-Road pick-up on Joy Road. It didn't rain, although it certainly was a muggy morning. Please check out our newest web Page.

Photos of Marines, courtesy of Bob Dew, opening up their "Care Packages" that Chapter 528 help finance for Kim Skelton from the Marine Corps League. Photo One Photo Two. Marine Michael Beahon (left side of photo), is thankful for receiving a care package from the Marine Corps League. Chapter 528 donated $250 at our General Membership Meeting in March to the MCL Northwest Detachment 162. In his email he thanked Kim and Chapter 528 for our donation. Michael is serving his second tour in Iraq and is the son of a good friend of member Dean Bell.

At our April General Membership Meeting, 2008 Chapter Members of the Year Awards were presented. Darrell Bazman was chosen Executive Board Member of the Year, Dale Luebke Board Member of the Year, Tom Brown Chapter Member of the Year, David Banks Color Guard Member of the Year, and Nancy Dignan AVVA Member of the Year. This was the first time in our Chapter's history in which an Associate Member was chosen for this honor. Congratulations to all our Members of the Year!

Chapter 528's Color Guard and Members took part in our annual Memorial Day Parade in Plymouth. After the parade part of the color guard traveled to join the Northville parade in Rural Hill Cemetery. The rest of the color guard participated in a ceremony at the Canton Veterans Memorial. Following that some of our members visited the residents at Medilodge in Plymouth. The Westland Parade photos were taken by Gordy Dorey's wife. Take a look at some of our new photos.

We held our 3rd annual Memorial Run ("REMEMBRANCE RUN") to honor our deceased chapter members and their spouses on Saturday, June 14th. We met at the After the conclusion of the Liberty Fest Parade we met at the Plymouth VFW and traveled to Great Lakes National Cemetary in Holly to the gravesite of our departed brother, Mike Ramsey where we held our ceremony. Our Ceremony included prayer readings, a reading of the names of the deceased, an honor volley and TAPS. Ted Enright took four photos and Gary "Bear" Kubik also took four photos of this event.

Members of Chapter 528 on Sunday, July 13th attended the Annual Picnic for The Michigan Military Moms. The picnic was held at Dearborn's Ford Field. Chapter 528 members who assisted at the picnic were: Dale Luebke, Vaughn Hull, Gary "Ouch" Boucher, Al Kerbyson, Norma Demerly, and Tom Brown Take a look at several photos photo 1, photo 2, photo 3.

Military Humor Joe Agius sent this page out!

Operation Never Forgotten (ONF) bridges the gap between our military and civilian worlds by creating non-partisan antional awareness advertising for our troops, veterans and their families. ONF has rolled out thousands of billboards from Times Square to LA, to include videos and signs in major airports and other media outlets. Creative communications projects by ONF stimulate volunteerism for all military support organizations assisting deployed troops, wounded warriors and survivors of our fallen heroes. Help us thank and recognize our troops and their families for their commitment, courange and sacrifices made to protect our privileges and freedoms!
Thanks to John Kinzinger for passing this fantastic link to us!

New photos August 24, 2008

Carl Shefferd had a PGR mission to escort a group of Marines, the 1/24 Marine Heavy Weapons Co. just arrived home from Iraq. We picked them up at Detroit Metro and escorted their bus to Perrysburg, Ohio to their armory. Dave Codd road in his custom painted car. Take a look at two photos of Dave Codd's car: Photo 1 Photo 2. A of the Marines.

Point Man Ministries are headed up by Rich Whipple, Rick Rick Ciaramitaro, and Ron Wroblewski. Meetings take place at Denny's restaurant on Ann Arbor Road (East of I-275). Point Man meets on the 1st Monday and 3rd Mondays of every month. Meetings start at 7:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. and take place in the back room, where privacy is assured. Point Man gives us all a chance to sit down and get things off our chest that we can't do with our family or neighbors. Like Las Vegas, what happens here, stays here!

A very special Thank You to the 41 people that came out last week to help with the VFW Poppy Sales, May 8th thru May 10th! I wish to personally thank each and every one of you for your help last week. We could not have done this without your help. We collected $8,400.00 which all remains in our Veteran Relief Fund for the VFW. All the money stays local here in the Plymouth community. This is near an all time record and is best in 3 years that I was Junior Vice Commander for the VFW Post # 6695.

Again, thank You for your help!
Dale M. Luebke.

Check out our 'Buddy Poppy Days' web page.

Following are some of the recent recipients of dollars raised by Chapter 528 (chapter members also volunteer their time to support these causes): Tomorrow's Child (SIDS), Sew Much Comfort (clothing for wounded vets), Indiana Vietnam Veterans Reunion, Lyman Foundation (golf outing), Michigan Military Mom's Walk, Marine Corps Toys For Tots, American Diabetes Association Walk, Canton Goodfellows Christmas Fundraiser, Legion Riders American Legacy Scholarship Fund, POW/MIA Committee of Michigan, Marine Corp League Northwest Detachment 162, James M. Hannan Division U.S. Naval Sea Cadets Corps, VFW Poppy Program, VVA Chapter 310's Annual Christmas Party (Ann Arbor VA Hospital), Grand Rapids Veteran's Home, Jacobetti Veteran's Home, Michigan Veterans Foundation, Wyandotte Purple Heart Memorial, U.S. Army National Museum, Intrepid Fallen Hero's Fund (Intrepid Center), STEP (Students Expedition Program), Burger School for Autism, Salvation Army, Angel's Place, Adopt-A-Road Program, Girl Schouts (send cookies overseas), and Two Area Car Washes.

North Wall

North Wall Riders Association with the help of VVA Chapter joined on Sunday, July 6th, 2008 for the Annual Run To The North Wall. The purpose was to honor the Canadians that served with the U.S. Military during the Vietnam War. Staging took place at 9:30 A.M. at R.C.L. BR. 594-3920 Huron Church Line Rd. Windsor, Ontario. The Run departed R.C.L. Br. 594 at 11:30 A.M. The Memorial Service at the North Wall was at 12:00 P.M. Open House and BBQ at R.C.L. Br. 594 was held after services. The Michigan's Moving Wall was displayed at R.C.L. Br. 594 with pictures and bios of the 2654 Michigan Men and Women that gave the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War. For more info go to North Wall Riders Association or email: northwallriders@hotmail.com. Phone: 519-973-5892 or 519-981-0709. The following are some of the photos taken: Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3, Photo 4, Photo 5, Photo 6, Photo 7, Photo 8.

Bill Boudreau and Tom Brown are trying to get photos of all of our members when each person was in the service. Please email your photos to either Bill Boudreau Bill Boudreau or Tom Brown.   Include with your photo the following information: Your name, branch of service, and the year the photo was taken. If you are not able to email your photos then please send them to Tom Brown 17730 Snow Ave. Dearborn, MI 48124 or bring them to our General Membership Meetings.   We currently have 45 members who have their photos in our Display Case and our online Members Page.

Gary "Ouch" Boucher brought up to my attention that our web site has forgotten an important event that our organization has participated in the past. Go to The Moving Wall. A special thanks to the following members for their photos: Cheryl Martin, Loren Roberts, Gary "Ouch" Boucher, Bill Boudreau, "Bear" Kubick, Dick O'Hare, Bob Paul, and Debby!

Thanks "Ouch" for this suggestion!

United States Air Force Off We Go Into The Wild Blue Yonder
United States Army Caissons Go Rolling Along
United States Coast Guard Semper Paratus
United States Marine Corps Marines Hymn
United States Navy Anchors Away.
Battle Hymn of The Republic Battle Hymn of the Republic

It appears the VA is now covering hypertension. Check out the new link VA and Hypertension

New August 12, 2008

Veterans benefit aid and attendance information guide for Plymouth Park Apartments. They are located on 107 North Haggerty Plymouth, MI. Take a look at this Veterans Information Guide. It's for veterans and their spouses. Donation Receipt for VA Benefit Aid.

For Pick up call 1-800-775-8387. The donated clothing goes to a resale shop in Livonia on Plymouth Road.

Gary Pritchard's email: "I sent out the package this past weekend to SSGT Wiacek and his 101st men. The package was 27 pounds. I have some money left so I will turn it in with the bills at the next meeting."

We are actively participating in helping our soldiers. At our June General Membership Meeting we voted to donate $300 and begin a collection of items our Men and Women need overseas. Magazines/weekly tabloids (hopefully no more than 2-3 or so weeks old) - any and all even remotely related to any sport, guns, auto/motorcycle/truck, news, Entertainment, Time, Newsweek, Saturday Evening Post, ESPN, People, pop music magazines, Popular Mechanics, US, Readers Digest, etc. Donate yours and get them from relatives, friends, neighbors co-workers, your church, members of organizations you belong to. Collect them every 2-3 weeks and mail. Anything that appeals to males ages17-35 NO Playboy's, etc. If you or yours work at or with a junior high or high school, there may be a library or media center that gets these type publications as well. Publications geared to Black and Spanish speaking soldiers are always welcome. Crossword puzzle books, inexpensive shaving brushes used for weapons cleaning-brushing sand off weapons are in high demand - they go through these often. Best to have mailed to you, unwrap box and re-pack just brush with other items in your Priority Mail box. Hard candies-good ones, not those cheapo leftover Halloween things - (go to Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, Costco, etc. for bulk 1 pound bags) -Skittles, Jolly Ranchers, Life Savers, Wherthers Butterscotch, Brachs Party Mix, peppermints, hard fruit flavored candy etc. Keep in mind it's now well over 100 degrees daily and will go to over 120, so bubble gum, chocolate, etc, will not hold up in the mail. Snacks like Beef Jerky, Trail mix, Slim Jims, bags of Cracker Jacks, Power bars, protein bars, nutritional bars, granola bars, gum in blister packs (won't melt). Cookies: Avoid sending any with nuts. Store bought bags may be best if you don't want to have fresh ones baked. Use a larger USPS box sending PRIORITY MAIL for more room as packing requires using Popcorn or bubble wrap and wadded newspapers take up space. THE MOST IMPORTANT ITEM is Mail, Mail and Mail - You can write a note or card(s). If you are affiliated with a veterans group, school, scout program, church group, civic organization, co-workers, your relatives and all their contacts, etc., ask them to write a card with a message to our men and women. These men and women love cards from kids and for some, as we recall mail call is a downer as they may not have a large support group in the states, especially single soldiers. Handwritten and hand drawn cards from kids are always a winner. Consider having mail given to you unsealed and review it for any possible anti-war or suggestive line from a young females. From the 2-16 Family Support Group. "A soldier in Iraq can't see your ribbon or the flag at your front door, but a letter they hold in their hands to them means so much more". For handouts to school kids - The troops get great joy in handing these out to kids, who have little school supplies. Many office supply stores, WalMart, Staples, etc. have packs of 24-48-72 pencils and inexpensive sharpeners and erasers. If not they are often at $1 stores. Smaller toiletry items - PX's run out quickly-travel or hotel size soap, shampoo, foot powder, toothpaste and tooth brushes (check with you local dentist or dental association) and nail clippers (can get small and larger sizes at the 99 cents and $1 stores). SSG Christopher A. Wiacek, C Co 1-405th FOB Warrior TF Red Currahee APO AE 09354 will act as our liaison for this project. The project will be an on-going event not just a one time deal. Please help! & Thanks! Gary Pritchard

The Wall Song by Judy King, Mitch Townley and Brad Dunse.

New link August 14, 2008
50,000 photos and song are on this site which was recommended by Bob Paul!

Attention on Deck to All VVA & AVVA Chapter 528 Members: You can receive a discount from the Yankee Air Museum Gift Shop of 50% on all items, except leather jackets, aircraft models in the showcase or DVD's. You can get this discount by seeing Chapter Life Member, Dale Worcester in the YAM Gift Shop on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday from 10am to 4pm. To receive your discount just show Dale your current VVA Membership Card. Come and visit our Web Site.

Tuesday, July 1st

Chapter 528 is sponsoring our Annual Essay Contest. Eligibility Rules, New Rules passed this year, Increased Prize Money, General Guidelines, Thesis, and all other information may be found on our Essay Scholarship Contest Web Page. The Thesis: Many Americans believe National Security is one of the most important responsibilities of our Federal Government. Do you believe this to be true? In that light, how should the new Administration handle the challenge of conducting the War Against Terror and minimizing the potential for another attack on American soil and Americans oversea? Essays may be turned in between August 1st thru September 12th 2008. No essays will be eligible for being judged after Midnight of September 12th (Friday). All essays must be sent by email to seitzteacher@yahoo.com (Tom Brown's email address). Judges will have from Monday, September 15th to Monday, September 29th to judge and rank the essays. Winners will be notified by phone or email as soon as possible so they may be presented their Prize Money and Certificates at our October 12th General Membership meeting.

Co-Chairs this year are: Dean Bell, Don Dignan, and Tom Brown.

Friday, September 5th - Sunday, September 7th

Flyer for the Fall Fest Kick Off

The Annual Plymouth Fall Festival is taking place from Friday, September 5th thru Sunday, September 7th. We need volunteers for Thursday set-up as well as helping out during the Fall Festival. The following are the time slots which are needed to be filled by volunteers: Friday - Noon to 11:00 P.M.; Saturday - Noon to 11:00 P.M.; Sunday - Noon to 6:00 P.M. See John Fleming or Dale Luebke for more information.

Wednesday, September 10th to Monday, September 15th

The Moving Wall will be in Brighton, Michigan. September 11th is the Opening Ceremony. Thanks, Ouch!

Saturday, September 13th

Our next Adopt-A-Road Pickup will be held on Saturday, September 13th at 8:30 A.M. See Rich Whipple for more information.

Friday, September 19th

POW/MIA Service on Friday, Sept 19th at 6:00 PM at the Canton Veterans Memorial behind Canton Township Administration building, 1150 S. Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48188. Contact John Spencer at 734-397-8975 or johnscott44@yahoo.com.

Thursday, September 18th thru Sunday, September 21st

and a Wake Up to Kokomo 2008 The Request has been mailed and we have our lots locked in. Same Location as previous years, (10 Lots) Plus 4 lots across the Road to the north. Also, I am looking for interested Individuals to assist Gary and me with doing the "DOG TAGS" at Kokomo this year, either pressing tags or help take orders and collect the Money. If no one is Interested then we will cease doing this fund raiser there.  Let me know either at April meeting, Email, or Phone me. dale68us@yahoo.com or 734-395-5144.
Thank You!
Dale Luebke

Sunday, October 19th

The Big Day takes place at V.F.W. Post 6695 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. Free pizza and drinks!

VVA & Veteran Links Agendas & Minutes New 8/15/08 Agent Orange Board Of Directors Buddy Poppy Days Burger School for Autism Calendar of Events New 8/05/08 Canton Memorial Car Washes Cell Phones For Soldiers New 8/15/08 Chapter Officers Chapter Picnic Ch. 528 Product Sales Chapter's Travel Site Charity Motors Cheryl's Musings New 8/21/08 Christmas Party Color Guard Cornell Osier's "Ride To Hell" "Cruzin 528" Display Cases Essay Scholarship Contest Fall Festival Fishing Derby Fish Fry during Lent Forms & Legal Documents History of Chapter 528 In Memoriam Jim Hodgson's Vietnam Photos Joy Road Adopt-A-Road Kokomo Howard County Members Of The Year Members' Photos (1964-1975) Memories of Vietnam Mike Schlott's Calendar Moving Wall Newsletters (Homefront) New 8/30/08 Our Parades Remembrance Run Rory Lee Feek "Welcome Home" Salvation Army Bell Ringing Sportsman's Raffle 2008 State Council News New 8/25/08 Videos & Slideshows VA Hospital Ann Arbor VVA Product Sales Yahoo Group 528

President - Bill Boudreau 1st V.P. - Darrell Bazman 2nd V.P. - Bill Juchartz Secretary - Mike Schlott Treasurer - Bob Dew Don Dignan (1 year) Gary Estermyer (1 year) Doug Fox (1 year) Dale Luebke (1 year) Joe Agius (2 years) Rick Ciaramitaro (2 years) Gary Kubik (2 years) Jerry Thomason (2 years) A.O./Health Care - Vaughn Hull Assistant Chaplain - Rich Whipple By-Laws - Joe Agius Chaplain - Rick Popa Chapter Travel Site - Bob Dew Color/Honor Guard - Rick Ciaramitaro (Commander & Drill Sergeant) Bob Lamoureux (Deputy Commander) Constitution - Gary Estermyer ETABO - Gordon Dorey Fundraising - Bob Dew Government Affairs - Forrest Manley Homeless Veterans - John Fleming Kokomo Reunion 2008 - Dale Luebke Membership - Bob Lamoureux National Convention Delegates - Bill Boudreau, Dale Luebke, Gary Estermyer, Vaughn Hull Newsletter "Homefront" - Tom Brown, Bill Boudreau, Dale Luebke, Don Dignan, Norma Demerly Newsletter Distribution - Mike & Cheri Schlott, Vaughn Hall, Darrell Bazman, Al Kerbyson, Mike Dicker, Chad Mathews Nominating Committee - Bob Bryan, Gordon Dorey, Bob Lamoureux, Rich Whipple Point Man Ministries - Rich Whipple, Ron Wroblewski, Rick Ciaramitaro POW/MIA - Al Kerbyson Product Sales - Dale Luebke Gary Boucher "Ouch" Public Affairs - Don Dignan Raffle Committee - Dennis Bielskis, Joe Agius, Bob Dew, Gary Kubik Sergeant-at-Arms - Gary Boucher "Ouch" Scholarship - Dean Bell, Tom Brown, & Don Dignan Service Rep./Vet. Aff./Benefits - Aggie Little and Gerry & Cheryl Martin State Delegate - Gary Estermyer State Alternate Delegates - Bob Bryan, Gordon Dorey, Bob Lamoureux, Rich Whipple State VVA Product Sales - John Riling VA Hospital Coordinator - Vaughn Hull VFW Liaison - Mike Schlott Gary Kubik Website - Tom Brown