Tag: VFW Post 3117
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Edison Arts Society continues to beautify the township with unveiling of gazebo at Papaianni Park
EDISON – From outdoor concerts to weddings, the newly installed gazebo at Papaianni Park expects to become a “landmark for decades to come.” That is what Mayor Sam Joshi said he envisions as the Edison Arts Society (EAS), a non-profit organization, celebrated the unveiling of the gazebo on May 18. The gazebo complements the sculpture…
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Emergency fund set up to assist with repairs at VFW Post 3117
VFW Post 3117 on National Road in Edison suffered significant damage because of Tropical Storm Ida. The financial impact to the organization is currently unknown. Insurance adjusters will be evaluating the next course of action. In the meantime, an emergency fund is set up to help with initial cleanup. For information on how to contribute,…
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Indian American Foundation to honor war force veterans
The Indian American Foundation will hold Salute to a Veteran on the occasion of Veterans Day from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 11 at VFW Post 3117, Recreation Hall, 53National Road, Edison. Cocktail hour will be held from 3-4:30 p.m., followed by an address by dignitaries from 4:30-5:30 p.m., and a seated dinner for veterans and guests…
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Edison parade grand marshal is three-decade member of VFW
EDISON – Michael Meehan, a three-decade member and chaplain of VFW Post 3117, served as grand marshal of the 56th annual Memorial Day Parade in Edison. Meehan served in the U.S. Army’s 25th Infantry Division during the Korean conflict and, after rotating stateside, served in the 11th Airborne Brigade. As a civilian, Meehan had a nearly…
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Edison’s 56th annual Memorial Day Parade kicks off May 27
Edison’s 56th annual Memorial Day Parade will kick off at noon on May 27 along Plainfield Avenue, from Division Street to Oakland Avenue, finishing at American Legion Father and Son Post 435. Edison has named Michael Meehan, a three-decade member and chaplain of VFW Post 3117, as grand marshal. Meehan served in the U.S.…
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Three newest Eagle Scouts complete beautification projects in Edison
EDISON – Billy Beatty, Michael desRanleau, and Nick Fisher, members of Boy Scout Troop 12, were honored in April for earning their Eagle Award. For his project, Billy built four raised garden beds for the developmentally disabled at Spectrum for Living in Edison. After leveling the ground, he and his team cut landscaping timbers into…
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VFW Post 3117 will hold breakfast April 22
VFW Post 3117 will hold a breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon on April 22 at the post, 53 National Road off Talmadge Road between Route 27 and New Durham Road, Edison. The breakfast is open to the public. The menu includes pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, bagels and assorted beverages. Takeout is…
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VFW Post 3117 will hold blood drive March 3
VFW Post 3117 of Edison will hold a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 3 at the post, 55 National Road, Edison.
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Edison VFW Post 3117 to hold Elvis tribute show on Feb. 10
Edison VFW Post 3117 will hold a live “Tribute to Elvis Through the Years” show on Feb. 10 at the post, 53 National Road, Edison, performed by the popular Elvis performance artist, Jim Barone. Doors will open at 6 p.m., with light refreshments and beverage available for purchase. The show starts at 8 p.m. The cost is $20…