Congratulations to the 11 Members having a birthday during July:
William (Skip) Barnes, Louis Baste, Jason Calhoun, Kelley Carson, Roger Dahl, Robert (Bob) Dean, Samuel (Sam) Grooms, Don Meisenbach, Jim Moeller, Lee Phillips, Kim Rich

Two events in July that the detachment needs to support and be actively involved with are:

1. Elk’s Fireworks Tent security detail, Marine Hopper’s leadership as again being Sergeant of the Security Detail is appreciated. If you have the urge to detonate fireworks during the 4th of July, celebration or if you have friends and relatives that enjoy this activity, please encourage them to visit the Elk’s Fireworks Tent in the Walgreen’s parking lot (corner of Mill Plain and SE 136th Ave.). The proceeds from this activity go to support many worthwhile causes that the Detachment supports as well as the Elks.

2. Family Day at Oaks Park on Saturday, 11 July, Marine Stofiel has once again taken a prominent leadership role in making this annual event a success. Please join us and be an active part in our local Marine family.

As we celebrate our national day of independence, please take time to reflect on the liberties and freedoms that we enjoy. These are ours because of the sacrifices of those that have fought and died for many of the things which we now take for granted. Fly the flag and show your pride in your American heritage.

Have a safe and happy 4th of July.

Semper Fidelis,

Michael Wilson