In recognition of your service to our country, all active duty U.S Military personnel and veterans are invited to eat free at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar Restaurants this Veterans Day, Wednesday,Nov. 11, 2009.
All you need to do is prove your active duty or veteran status.
Proof of service includes: U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card,U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, photograph of yourself in uniform, or actually wearing your uniform.
For additional details, visit: www.applebees.com/vetsday
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Friday, October 2, 2009
“THEY CAME IN PEACE” Beirut Memorial Service and Dinner
Dear Fellow Marines:
October 23rd 2009 is the 26th anniversary of the cowardly terrorist attack on the United States Marines Barracks in Beirut Lebanon that took the lives of 220 Marines and 21 other servicemen . At 0622 hrs. Sunday morning 23 Oct. 1983 a large Mercedes truck charged into the Marine compound at Beirut ‘s airport and crashed into the bottom floor of a four story concrete building where approximately 300 military personnel were quartered . The Kamikaze driver of this truck immediately detonated the vehicles cargo which contained more then 12,000 tons of TNT.
The wonderful people of the Corona , Queens Lions Club were very obliging in fulfilling a request for Memorial dedicated to those Marines and others who sacrificed their lives for us on that terrible day. The members of the Lions Club responded by donating a granite headstone Memorial that has been placed inside the PFC William F. Moore Park on 108th Street and Corona Avenue, Corona Queens NY. ( Pfc. Moore was a Corona native and a US Marine, killed in action at Belleau Wood during WW l. . And so we found it fitting to name our Marine Association after this fine young Marine .
It is that time once again that we gather to remember and reflect on those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice by giving their lives for our country.
We invite you to join with us as we gather for this memorial service on 23 Oct 09 1830 Friday evening in the Pfc William F Moore Park . Immediately following this memorial service we will once again go to the Mess Hall ( Tony’s Restaurant located at 45- 18 104th Street Corona . The cost for the evening chow and refreshments will be $ 40.00 per person . The chow call is not mandatory but if you know you will be attending it would be appreciated if you let us know in advance so we can advise the Mess Sgt.
Semper Fi,
LtCol. Glenn J. Sadowski, President
Cell: 914-843-2983
Jack Casale
Cell: 516-316-2406
October 23rd 2009 is the 26th anniversary of the cowardly terrorist attack on the United States Marines Barracks in Beirut Lebanon that took the lives of 220 Marines and 21 other servicemen . At 0622 hrs. Sunday morning 23 Oct. 1983 a large Mercedes truck charged into the Marine compound at Beirut ‘s airport and crashed into the bottom floor of a four story concrete building where approximately 300 military personnel were quartered . The Kamikaze driver of this truck immediately detonated the vehicles cargo which contained more then 12,000 tons of TNT.
The wonderful people of the Corona , Queens Lions Club were very obliging in fulfilling a request for Memorial dedicated to those Marines and others who sacrificed their lives for us on that terrible day. The members of the Lions Club responded by donating a granite headstone Memorial that has been placed inside the PFC William F. Moore Park on 108th Street and Corona Avenue, Corona Queens NY. ( Pfc. Moore was a Corona native and a US Marine, killed in action at Belleau Wood during WW l. . And so we found it fitting to name our Marine Association after this fine young Marine .
It is that time once again that we gather to remember and reflect on those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice by giving their lives for our country.
We invite you to join with us as we gather for this memorial service on 23 Oct 09 1830 Friday evening in the Pfc William F Moore Park . Immediately following this memorial service we will once again go to the Mess Hall ( Tony’s Restaurant located at 45- 18 104th Street Corona . The cost for the evening chow and refreshments will be $ 40.00 per person . The chow call is not mandatory but if you know you will be attending it would be appreciated if you let us know in advance so we can advise the Mess Sgt.
Semper Fi,
LtCol. Glenn J. Sadowski, President
Cell: 914-843-2983
Jack Casale
Cell: 516-316-2406
October Meeting
Our detachment's October meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2009. The meeting will be called to order at 8:00 PM. However, the doors to the Elks Lodge (and the bar) open at 7:30. So if you'd like to enjoy some pre-meeting fellowship and perhaps swap a sea story or two over a cocktail, feel free to get there early!
The October edition of "Finnegan's 411 is now posted online. You can access it by clicking on the corresponding link on the left of the home page.
The October edition of "Finnegan's 411 is now posted online. You can access it by clicking on the corresponding link on the left of the home page.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Welcome back from summer!
Ahoy Marines!
Sadly, summer is drawing to a close but hopefully we'll still enjoy plenty of warm weather.
With the end of summer, we resume our regular monthly meeting schedule. Our next meeting is set for Thursday, September 10, 2009. As always, at the Elks Lodge, 30 Haven St., Port Washington. The meeting is called to order at 8:00PM. However, the doors open at 7:30 PM as does the bar. So if you can, stop by a little early for a drink and some pre-meeting Marine Corps camaraderie.
Sadly, summer is drawing to a close but hopefully we'll still enjoy plenty of warm weather.
With the end of summer, we resume our regular monthly meeting schedule. Our next meeting is set for Thursday, September 10, 2009. As always, at the Elks Lodge, 30 Haven St., Port Washington. The meeting is called to order at 8:00PM. However, the doors open at 7:30 PM as does the bar. So if you can, stop by a little early for a drink and some pre-meeting Marine Corps camaraderie.
The September issue of "Finnegan's 411" is out for your reading enjoyment. You can access that issue and previous issues by clicking on the first link in the "Links to the Corps" section on the left of the home page. Check it out!
See you on the 10th, till then, Semper Fidelis!
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Happy Independence Day!
Happy Birthday America!
While you're enjoying your BBQ, picnic, ball game, day at the beach or what ever you do to mark this holiday, take a moment and say a prayer of thanks for living in the finest nation on the planet. Take a moment to think of those who conceived the idea of the liberty and freedom and risked everything they had to make the dream a reality. And remember also those who protect that idea for us all.
God Bless America!
Semper Fidelis!
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
If you've been turned down by the V.A. you should reapply
VA To Offer Health Care to Previously Ineligible Veterans
WASHINGTON (Jan. 8, 2009) – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced plans to re-open enrollment in its health care system by July 2009 to about 265,000 veterans whose incomes exceed current limits.
“We’re pleased to be able to offer what has been called ‘the best care anywhere’ to many more new veterans,” said Dr. James B. Peake, Secretary of Veterans Affairs. “We’ll be able to provide these newly enrolled veterans with the kind of timely, high quality health care veterans who already use our system are accustomed to.”
The change affects veterans whose incomes exceed the current VA means test and geographic means test income thresholds by 10 percent or less. Congress provided funds in VA’s fiscal year 2009 budget to support the new enrollment.
In 1996, Congress established a priority-based enrollment system for VA and a uniform package of medical benefits for all enrollees. The legislation opened enrollment in VA’s health care system to all eligible veterans and required that each year the Secretary of Veterans Affairs assess veterans’ demand for services and determine if the necessary resources are available to provide timely, quality care to all enrollees.
Enrollment for the lowest priority of the eight groups—veterans who are not being compensated for a military-related disability and who have incomes above a set threshold—was suspended on January 18, 2003, although veterans in that priority group who were already enrolled for care were permitted to remain enrolled.
VA originally suspended enrollment for Priority 8 veterans because it was unable to provide all enrolled veterans with timely access to its health care due to a tremendous growth in the number of veterans then seeking enrollment. VA is now plans to reopen enrollment for a portion of these veterans without compromising the Department’s ability to provide high quality health care services to all enrolled veterans who are eligible for care.
VA’s computer systems are being modified to accommodate the changes, and the Department is preparing communication and education materials to ensure that Congress, veterans service organizations, and the public are aware of the coming changes.
“The rule will take effect by June 30, 2009, if the regulatory process proceeds smoothly,” Peake said. “We look forward to welcoming these newly eligible veterans into the VA system. VA will continue to monitor wait times to ensure the quality of care is not adversely affected.”
WASHINGTON (Jan. 8, 2009) – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced plans to re-open enrollment in its health care system by July 2009 to about 265,000 veterans whose incomes exceed current limits.
“We’re pleased to be able to offer what has been called ‘the best care anywhere’ to many more new veterans,” said Dr. James B. Peake, Secretary of Veterans Affairs. “We’ll be able to provide these newly enrolled veterans with the kind of timely, high quality health care veterans who already use our system are accustomed to.”
The change affects veterans whose incomes exceed the current VA means test and geographic means test income thresholds by 10 percent or less. Congress provided funds in VA’s fiscal year 2009 budget to support the new enrollment.
In 1996, Congress established a priority-based enrollment system for VA and a uniform package of medical benefits for all enrollees. The legislation opened enrollment in VA’s health care system to all eligible veterans and required that each year the Secretary of Veterans Affairs assess veterans’ demand for services and determine if the necessary resources are available to provide timely, quality care to all enrollees.
Enrollment for the lowest priority of the eight groups—veterans who are not being compensated for a military-related disability and who have incomes above a set threshold—was suspended on January 18, 2003, although veterans in that priority group who were already enrolled for care were permitted to remain enrolled.
VA originally suspended enrollment for Priority 8 veterans because it was unable to provide all enrolled veterans with timely access to its health care due to a tremendous growth in the number of veterans then seeking enrollment. VA is now plans to reopen enrollment for a portion of these veterans without compromising the Department’s ability to provide high quality health care services to all enrolled veterans who are eligible for care.
VA’s computer systems are being modified to accommodate the changes, and the Department is preparing communication and education materials to ensure that Congress, veterans service organizations, and the public are aware of the coming changes.
“The rule will take effect by June 30, 2009, if the regulatory process proceeds smoothly,” Peake said. “We look forward to welcoming these newly eligible veterans into the VA system. VA will continue to monitor wait times to ensure the quality of care is not adversely affected.”
Rest in Peace Ed McMahon
TV host Ed McMahon who for 30 years was Johnny Carson's partner on "The Tonight Show" passed away shortly after midnight (L.A. time) today. He was 86 years old. No cause of death was given. But it was noted that he suffered from a "multitude of health problems the last few months".
Born Edward Leo Peter McMahon Jr. on March 6, 1923, in Detroit, McMahon grew up in Lowell, Mass. He got his start on television playing a circus clown on the 1950-51 variety series “Big Top.” But the World War II Marine veteran interrupted his career to serve as a Marine Corps fighter pilot in Korea.
Semper Fidelis
Born Edward Leo Peter McMahon Jr. on March 6, 1923, in Detroit, McMahon grew up in Lowell, Mass. He got his start on television playing a circus clown on the 1950-51 variety series “Big Top.” But the World War II Marine veteran interrupted his career to serve as a Marine Corps fighter pilot in Korea.
Another Marine reporting sir. I've spent my time in hell.
Semper Fidelis
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