Next Meeting: September 20, Spring Creek BBQ, McKinney, TX, 11:00 am
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.
Please note: Our next monthly meeting will be held at the Spring Creek BBQ in McKinney, TX on September 20 at 11:00 am.
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Parades
For the year 2025, we currently have no additional parades scheduled. Check here for updates if we decide to do a Veteran's Day parade.
WE WILL BE RAFFLING A CERTIFICATE TO DRIVE THIS TANK!!!
The bearer of this certificate will be able to arrange an opportunity to drive this is vehicle at the Military Heritage Museum in Nevada, Texas. Tickets will be sold at the Guns and Hoses event in Allen, Texas on September 13. The winning ticket will be drawn at the end of the event from the entries sold during the event.
Tickets will be $5 each, 5 for $20, and 30 for $100.
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Guns and Hoses
We will be at the Guns and Hoses Charity Event at the Allen Events Center on Saturday, September 13. This is an evening event that typically takes place between 6 pm and 10 pm, and we will have a booth where we will be selling yard signs and possibly other items to raise money for our scholarship programs. We do not yet have an assigned booth, however, we have been guaranteed a booth for all future Guns and Hoses events as long as we wish to participate. We will need members to arrive and begin booth setup between 4 pm and 5 pm that evening. We are also going to have a membership drive that day at the event.
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Address: 200 E Stacy Rd, Allen, TX 75002
Website: https://www.cutxeventcenter.com/
Please note: This is our next event!
We need people to man the booth and assist with setup and break down. We will be raffling a certificate to drive a tank at the Military Heritage Museum as well as selling our yard signs. We will also have a silent auction for several items donated by the museum as fund raising items for the scholarship fund.
Family and friends are encouraged to attend!
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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
We currently do not have a dinner outing scheduled. We will have a discussion during the September Meeting to determine possible dates for this next outing.
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Galveston Naval Museum Work Week
The next volunteer work week at the Galveston Naval Museum will be November 5 - 12, 2025. 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
We will hold a flag retirement ceremony during the Galveston Naval Museum Work Week. Typically, this ceremony is held on the Saturday associated with work week, which will be November 8, in the early afternoon and is weather dependent. The alternate date would be Sunday, November 9. If weather precludes a ceremony on either day, alternate options will be determined at that time.
