Weekly Gazette for 05/05-05/11
Check out the latest and greatest going on at Post 6796 this week!
Welcome to the weekly newsletter for friends and members of the VFW Post 6796! Find out about exciting news, current events, volunteer opportunities, and other information here. Be sure to subscribe to receive our weekly and monthly updates by visiting our page at www.vfw6796.org!
‼️On a serious note, we currently need volunteers to continue to serve food and hold events. Please consider signing up to serve or help with our upcoming dinners by emailing volunteer@vfw6796.org.
🎤Upcoming Events 🎤 :
We are excited to host many more events this year, so stay tuned by reading our newsletter or checking our monthly calendars at https://vfw6796.org/page/. Our events are family friendly, and all throughout the community are welcome to stop by and participate.
What a fun filled weekend we had! Kentucky Dirby Day and brunch was a huge hit. Take a peak below at the good times that were had.
The lovely Katie, our Senior Vice’s daughter took 3rd place in our hat contest!
Second place went to Kelley herself! She fashioned a hat her mother made!
And first place went to Allison! The straw hat took the win.
A beautiful day for a great event! Fun was had by all, and DJ Cruisin’ Al never disappoints with his entertainment.
DANCE THROUGH THE DECADES IS APPROACHING SOON!
Our yearly, landmark event is back! This soiree is a much anticipated event, with good food, tunes, and amazing auction items. Be sure to get your tickets soon! We sell out quickly. Stop by the bar and make sure you purchase your tickets. Wear attire for your favorite decade, as we have a costume contest!
Week 05/05-05/11:
Monday 05/05:
Darts starts between 7:00-7:30 pm. Every season we have the need for new players, and all skill levels are welcome to join our entertainment league. Spread the word to friends who may be interested or those looking to take up a fun hobby!
Dinner will be chicken fried steak sandwiches with fries and gravy for $12. Come hungry!
Tuesday 05/06: Our art projects are back! Join in a free art class by Art Expressions every Tuesday to experience a new craft every week. Everyone is welcome to participate. Class is between 6pm-8pm. Please register at NLAT.org, as spaces are limited.
High Staxx Poker will be hosting two games with gift cards to the bar for prizes. Cards fly at 7:00pm, we have two games a night. It’s a $10 tip per game for the dealer. This is not for cash prizes. Tonight’s dinner will be Chicken Fried Steak Sandwiches, Fries and Fries for $12. Serving begins at 6:30pm.
Wednesday 05/07:
Join us from 6pm-8pm for our weekly drink specials with $3 wells, live music, and heavy appetizers on our VFW Test Kitchen Night. We will be experimenting with different menu choices. Our Commander picks anything from Prime Rib sandwiches to Shrimp Cocktail! Drop by to listen to some good tunes, say “Hi!” to the Commander, and let us know your thoughts on our test kitchen creations! With our new fryers, we look forward to expanding our menu.
Thursday 05/08:
***Post Meeting at 7:00pm***
***Victory over Europe***
We are now introducing dinner on Thursday nights! Due to the great efforts of our volunteers, we will be serving Chicken Tenders, Fries, a Roll, and Gravy for $12.
🎙️Come sing your heart out at karaoke hosted by Ronnie Ray. Everyone is encouraged to participate, but you can still have a good time enjoying our local talent. We will begin at 7:00pm, join us for a great time!
Friday 05/09:
Skip cooking after a long week and let us serve you our weekly Friday night dinner. We will be serving Buttermilk Chicken with Mashed Potatos, Salad, and Dessert for $15. Dinner is being held between 6:00pm-8:00pm.
Sunday 05/11:
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! Today we celebrate the wonderful women we call “Mom”.
Join us at 12:30pm for lunch to commemorate the strong ladies who have raised us!
Drop in for our weekly jam session from 3-7 pm. Every Sunday, local musicians and music lovers gather to make melodious tunes. Everyone is welcome to participate or stop by to enjoy live music! 🎶
Other Noteworthy News:
The Dance of the Decades is approaching soon! Stop by and check out our list of auction items, so you can pick on your favorites to bid on or take a sneak peek below!
Our hall is open for events! If you or someone is looking for a place to hold a reception, memorial, birthday, or celebration of any kind, check out our online booking system! Lease-out charges depend on days and times. Please consider us for your next event, our rates are very affordable compared to other venues.
Take a peak at one of our recent events!
Volunteer Opportunities: As a non-profit, we are always in need of volunteers for nights we serve food and other events that we are hosting. This is not only an opportunity for our members to show their support, but we welcome friends and family who are also interested in discovering more about our mission and the work we do for our Veterans. For volunteer opportunities, please reach out to volunteer@vfw6796.org.
On behalf of VFW Post 6796, we are excited about the continued improvements and events we can host for our beloved Veterans, Auxiliary members, and our community. Stay tuned for what’s coming next!
Best Regards,
The 6796 VFW Post and Auxiliary