Next Meeting: June 20, 2026, Commercial Bank of Texas of Farmersville Parking Lot, 8:30 AM. We will be participating in the Farmersville Audie Murphy Day Parade. We will need assistance decorating, then removing the decorations from the float trailer and truck at this location! Family and friends are encouraged to attend. Please bring folding chairs for your crew and dress in red, white and blue!
We will also be participating in the McKinney 4th of July parade. Details will be forthcoming.
Veterans Court will be held May 29th at the Collin County Court House, 8:30 am sharp!
Everyone is invited to Frontier Park Pavilion in Prosper for a special event honoring men and women who sacrificed their lives for our country. It will be held on May 25, 2026. at 10 am and will feature an invocation of colors, guest speakers, The Pledge of Allegiance, TAPS and a moment of silence. Judge Bender will be one of the guest speakers.
Events and Calendar
This page will have our events, gatherings, and any other information needed for members to attend a group event. The information here will be updated periodically as necessary as a convenient place for members and the general public to find us throughout the year. Please check back periodically for updates. Text in GREEN indicates important information related to an upcoming event.
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Parades
For the year 2026, we will be participating in the Farmersville Audie Murphy Day Parade and the McKinney 4th of July Parade. Details for each will be posted in the website header as the events occur.
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Guns and Hoses
This is a Saturday event which takes place in September, typically on the second Saturday, between 6 and 10 pm. We will be attending again this year. We will also be raffling a tank drive experience again this year sponsored by the Military Heritage Collection of North Texas.
We will be doing an American Flag retirement ceremony here at a date to be determined. This will be a family event including a museum tour, a hummer ride for the kids and a BBQ grill for making food under the metal awning. Details will follow.
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Military Heritage Collection of North Texas
Military Heritage Collection Museum
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Address: 20798 Co Rd 590, Nevada, TX 75173
Website: https://militaryheritagecollection.org/
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This event was enjoyed by numerous members, family members and friends. We had an awesome cookout with lots of side dishes under a large metal awning with a constant breeze where everyone was able to relax and enjoy the afternoon. Families toured the museum in small groups and got individual tours from the staff, who also joined us for lunch. The kids and parents got rides in a Humvee around the property and several of us gathered in the lounge area afterwards to share stories and experiences. All in all, it was a great day, and we want to expressly thank the staff for the overwhelming hospitality they gave us during our visit.
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The Museum has graciously agreed to donate several items for a silent auction at the Guns and Hoses event to help fund our scholarships. This is in addition to the certificate to allow the bearer to drive their operational tank at the museum. We cannot thank them enough for their support!!!
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Dinner Outings
Periodic dinner outings are scheduled as we can fit them in. Everyone who attends them has a great time and we try to mix up the locations to change the food to suit everyone's food choices.
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Galveston Naval Museum Work Week
The next volunteer work week at the Galveston Naval Museum will be in November. This is open to any individual (children are encouraged to attend with a parent) with any skill level. There are always multiple tasks that need to be done, and individuals who are skilled in a trade (electrician, plumber, welder, ect.) are especially encouraged to attend. You may come for one day or the entire week as your availability allows. Parking and food for this will be free and sleeping quarters and laundry are available if you wish to stay onboard. All supplies are provided, all you need is some sturdy work clothing and the desire to help out!
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Contact Bill Bradley if you wish to attend.​​
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Flag Retirement Ceremonies
Our next Flag Retirement Ceremony will be held at the Military Heritage Collection of North Texas on a to-be-determined date. We will make this a family outing with a BBQ, museum tour and a hummer ride for the kids.
