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Newport VFW Post 406 teams up with Newport Elks Lodge 104 to support Veterans Night at the Newport Gulls game at historic Cardines Field. The game is at 6:35 on Monday, June 30th. Those veterans wishing to volunteer to assist stadium operations and march in the opening ceremonies parade should arrive early, and contact Walt…

Reminder Post Meetings Changed to 2nd Thursday of each Month

Reminder that our meeting day has changed – Newport VFW Post 406 meets on the second Thursday of each month at 1700 at the Newport Elks Lodge 104. The address is 141 Pelham Street, Newport.

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Reminder of Memorial Day 2025 Events

Please support VFW Post 406 Newport in our busiest and most impactful month of the year by attending any of the many Memorial Day weekend events:

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Full State of Memorial Day Events Coming Up

Newport VFW Post 406 honors the memory of our deceased veterans and invites the public to our upcoming events.

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The Strewing of Flowers to be held May 26, 2025

On Memorial Day, Monday May 26, 2025, the Strewing of Flowers ceremony will be held at Storer Park in Newport RI from 10:30 am to 11:00 am. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 406 Newport invites the public to a special Memorial Day ceremony to remember and honor Service Members from all branches of the…

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Post 406 Merchandise Catalog Online

The catalog of all Post 406 merchandise is attached. Show your support for our Post by wearing these items at our many upcoming events. All merchandise may be paid for via our new Venmo account @Post406Newport and will be fulfilled by the Post QM Team. You may also buy tickets for our Veterans Helping Veterans…

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VFW Post 406 plans many events for Memorial Day observations in May

14 May – Post Fundraiser – VFW Post 406 will host the “Veterans Helping Veterans Fundraiser” on Wednesday, May 14th, from 6:00 PM- 9:00 PM at Brick Alley Pub, . Admission to the event is $20.00, and includes Hors d’oeuvres and a Cash Bar. During the event, we will conduct a silent auction of goods donated…

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VFW Post 406 to Support MLK Community Center Veterans Event on March 27

MLK Community Programs invites current and retired servicepeople from all branches of the military to gather for an evening of community and comradery (and charcuterie!). Share stories with fellow veterans and inspire the next generation of military servicepeople. It will be held on Thursday March 27 from 4:00 – 5:00 pm at the MLK Community…

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Newport VFW and AOH to host lecture on local Irish History – Wednesday March 26

The Ancient Order of Hibernians, Dennis E. Collins Division 1 and the Newport Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 406 will jointly present a lecture on local Irish history in 19th century Newport. It will be held on Wednesday, March 26 at the Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave, Newport. Doors open at 5:00 pm and lecture…

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Cemetery Flag/Wreath Recovery Postponed to Feb 8

Due to overnight rain today, we will postpone flag/wreath recovery until Feb 8th at 0900. If flags are collected when they are wet, they cannot be stored with damage/mold ensuing.

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Newport Elks POW/MIA Ceremony to be held Jan 30

Please see info attached from the Newport Elks regarding the POW/MIA table dedication ritual they are hosting on Thursday, January 30 at 7:00. All VFW members should report early at 1815 for overview and rehearsal.

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Army Navy Football Watch Party at The Protective Club Dec 14

All are welcome to join VFW Post 406 at The Protective Club at 596 Thames Street in Newport to watch the Army Navy Football game. Pre-game festivities start at 1:30 and kickoff is at 3:00. There will be giveaways, drink specials, and the comradery of watching the game with other post members and the wider…

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Veterans Day 2024 Post Commander Letter

1 November 2024 My Fellow Members- In commemoration of Veterans’ Day 2024 let us renew our mission to be advocates for our fellow Veterans. Post 406 truly leads the way in recognizing the lives and service of our departed Veterans as we routinely flag each Veteran’s grave in Island Cemetery…

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Nov 9 Day of Service to Honor Veterans

In recognition of the service of Veterans to our Nation, the officers and members of VFW Post 406, Newport invite the public to participate in A Day of Service Honoring all Veterans. Saturday, November 9that Belmont Chapel in Island Cemetery 30 Warner Street, Newport Coffee and sweets will be provided 9:00 AM Flagging of Veterans’…

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Help Honor our Fallen Veterans – Memorial Day 2024

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50th Anniversary of Combat Troops Leaving Vietnam – March 29th, 2023

On January 27th, 1973 the United States and the other three official combatants of the Vietnam War signed the Paris Peace Accords, providing for the withdrawal of U.S. forces within 60 days, and the implementation of a ceasefire within South Vietnam. On March 29th, 1973 United States Combat Forces ceased operations and left Vietnam, coinciding…

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Lecture Series IX- March 30, 2023

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February Post Meeting Moved to Feb 15th!

To all Post Members and anticipated guests, the regularly scheduled business meeting for the Post shall be moved from Tuesday, February 14th at 1700 to Wednesday, February 15th at 1700. In case you are wondering why we moved the meeting, now is a good time as ever to remind you that Tuesday, Feb 14th is…