WELCOME TO JOHN LYON VFW POST 3150

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Yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group. Our common bond is the battlefield, whether service in the Vietnam War, the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism, or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 
We have many programs and services that support veterans, service members and their families, and communities worldwide. Please check out the VFW's latest fact sheet or browse our site to learn why No One Does More For Veterans.
 

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As yesterday's defenders of freedom...

 ...we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.

WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.

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The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated

 to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country, veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families and continues to be a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families.

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Announcements

Post-Home Hours This Week (June 26-28): Your Post will be open on Friday and Saturday from 6 pm to 10 pm for regular business. 

Friday, June 26
Canteen open, 6 pm

Saturday, June 27
Canteen Open, 6 pm
Open Mic Night with Nick and Tutubi, 7 pm
 
Sunday, June 21
Zoom Yoga, 10 am
G4V Gonzalez, 11 am

UPCOMING EVENTS:
 
Way off in the Distance - July 11th, 10 am until 2 pm:  Fort Stevens' Day is coming up! Curious about the time DC almost was sacked by the Confederacy? Well, come over the river and learn about Fort Stevens and its pivotal role in defending the nation's capital. Fort Stevens is located on Quackenbos ST NW between 13th ST NW and Georgia AVE NW, just south of the old Walter Reed campus. 
 
Were you at the Pentagon on 9/11?  Were you in Arlington helping with the 9/11 rescue?  If so, the Arlington County Public Library is looking to record your story of the day.  If you were, please let the Post leadership know.  

Family-Friendly Events: We have several members with school-age kids who we want to keep engaged with the Post. Are you one of them? Please let us know how we can host more family-friendly events at the Post. Easter Egg Hunt? Trick or treat? If this interests you, please bring it up at the next General Meeting or email the Sr. Vice Commander.
 
Commander's Note: We are continuing the themes of participation and financial stability as the two focus areas for 2026-27, and you will hear these themes in most communications from the Post. If you cannot increase your participation in Post events, consider making a donation, which is important to your Post's financial health. Please consider a monthly recurring donation to the Post. It's the best way to help ensure the Post's longevity. It is as simple as clicking this link and filling out the form: Recurring Donation Form

REFLEX Comedy Classes: Reflex Improv will offer FREE Intro to Improv classes to members of VFW Post 3150. During class, you will learn about the fundamentals of improv comedy, including Yes-And, Got Your Back teamwork, creating characters on the fly, and recognizing and playing with scene game. Nocturnal or comedy experience needed! If you're interested in joining the classes, please email Daniel Brown and cc Mike Cantwell. Include your full name and contact information, and state that you are a member of VFW Post 3150. 

Veterans in Need: If you know of a Veteran in need, here are some resources that can help them in Virginia or in the greater DMV area:
  
US Vets: US Vets (here is a link to their Website) has just opened a Service Hub in DC. If you know of a Veteran facing housing insecurity, please link them up with US Vets. As a note, we have a Post member who is a counselor for US Vet, our Chaplain, Chris G. 
 
Virginia Department of Veterans Services: Here is some useful contact information to assist Veterans in need. The Virginia Department of Veterans Services can help out:
 
• Contact Edwin Robles if you live in either Fairfax County or Arlington County.
Fill out a request form if you live outside Fairfax County or Arlington County.
If you have the resources to donate money for assisting a Veteran, the Virginia Department of Veteran Services recommends donating by sending a check to Northern Virginia Vietnam Veterans of America, PO Box 2111, Reston, VA 20195.
 
Donations: Our zoning infractions case is almost complete; the amendment is sitting on the Zoning Administrator's desk as I type. Although the legal firm we are working with is not requiring us to pay the full bill, we will still have a legal bill as well as bills for landscape plans and surveys.  

We continue to need member support for our legal battle against a neighbor with substantial financial resources. 

 
Volunteer Opportunity: The VA is seeking four volunteers to serve as Advisors for their Summer Youth Program. These volunteers will support daily sign-ins, distribute meal tickets, and help ensure all students are transported safely and efficiently to their respective departments. The hours would be Wednesday and Thursday from 8 am – noon for the duration of the cycle (June 23 – August 6). If you are interested, please contact Ryan H at the VA Hospital CDCE office. You can also download the application here.

• There is Still Time to Take Action to Oppose Veterans' Benefit Cuts
• Strengthening Support for MST Survivors
• Global War on Terrorism Memorial Design Released
• VA Launches Partial Claim Program
• MIA Update
 

IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam.  He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years.  He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country".  The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.


There is a new cartoon everyday.

Recurring Donations

Hall Rental

Post News

Important Info for Post3150 Members

RI250 Honor Flight Video

Sean Morin, the Deputy Director of Communications for the RI Department of State, and Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore posted a wonderful YouTube video of our recent Honor Flight.

Guantánamo Bay: Service, Sacrifice, and the Strength of the VFW 3/18/2026

Virginia State Commander Douglas Hoffman's email dated 3/18/2026 reports on his recent visit to the GITMO with National Commander-in-Chief Carol Whitmore. He stresses that community involvement and membership are the "heart throbs" of the VFW.

District News

Important Info for District 10 Members

Post 7916 - April 2021 #Still Serving Post of the Month

The members of VFW Post 7916 in Occoquan, Virginia, have demonstrated a commitment to their mission of “Honoring the Dead by Helping the Living” throughout the pandemic. The Post made sure members received health and welfare checks so that those most at-risk, or in need, received essentials. They also delivered food to residents of the town and donated to a local food bank.

VFW - Our Service Never Stops

VFW Post 7916 and their auxiliary members were featured in the latest promotional video from VFW National.

Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week

As we enter Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week (continuing throughout the month of September), I want to take a moment to speak directly to each of you, not just as your Commander, but as a fellow veteran who understands the weight many of us carry.

June - August 2025 Department Newspaper

New Virginia Veteran Newspaper Released

National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Honors 251 Years of Army Service and Sacrifice

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The more than 1.3 million members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Auxiliary proudly join a gratef...

VFW Action Alert: Tell Congress to Oppose Veterans' Benefit Cuts

Congress has introduced the Take Care of America's Veterans Act, legislation that includes many provisions the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) has f...

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