Voiture Locale 99

Labor Day Car Show volunteer Meeting
2024-06-13 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-06-06 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Voiture 99 Chateau, 2809 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98665-0637, United States
All those interested in helping at the Labor Day Car Show. The committee will be meeting WEEKLY on Thursdays at 9am at the Chateau. All are welcome! This meeting is for planning purposes and many hands make light work. If the day or time changes, an email will be sent out.

Community Event - Military History Talk - Ulysses S. Grant Slept Here?
2024-05-23 18:30 - 20:30 | O.O. Howard House, 750 Anderson St, Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
Join the Vancouver Barracks Military Association for a fascinating presentation on The Grant House. As a young Brevet Captain, Grant served as quartermaster at Vancouver Barracks from 1852-53. Historian and archaeologist Jeff Davis (U.S. Army, Retired) will discuss his new research on the history of 1849 Officers Row building commonly referred to as The Grant House, as well as the building demolished long ago in which Grant did live.
Please register at President@VBMA.us. Seating is limited.

Clark College Veterans Center of Excellence will be celebrating its 10-year anniversary
2024-05-21 13:30 - 15:30 | Clark College – Gaiser Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA, United States
Clark College Veterans Center of Excellence will be celebrating its 10-year anniversary on May 21, 2024, from 1:30-3:30pm in the Gaiser Student Center. This event is free to attend.
They would like to say thank you to everyone for the continued support for veteran student success. Come meet fellow veterans, donors, and supporters.

Petite Grande Promenade
2024-05-18 | American Legion Post 31, 206 W Franklin St, Shelton, WA, United States
More information as soon as it’s available.

HD Parade of Bands Reception
2024-05-17 16:30 - 19:30 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 2809 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98665-0637, United States

Pointman Ministries
2024-05-10 18:30 - 20:30 | WA

Our Community Salutes
2024-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Skyview High School, 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98685, United States
Our Community Salutes, this year it will be held May 8th at Skyview HS at 6:30pm. High School and College students that will be joining the Military will be recognized.
The guest speaker will be Miss Washington, and many military and civic leaders will also be in attendance. The goal of this event is to support not only the youth but the parents and families as well.
We are one of the few communities on the west coast to put on this event.

Mustang Car Show - Rescheduled to 5/18
2024-05-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 2809 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98665-0637, United States
Mustang Car Show

2024 Hazel Dell Parade of Bands
2024-05-01 10:30 - 12:30 | Hazel Dell, 912 NE 68th St, Vancouver, WA, United States
The HDSCBA is proud to present the 2024 Hazel Dell Parade of Bands!

The Power of Music

May 18, 2024
Featuring Grand Marshals
Matt & Jodi Gohlke, Music World
Registration begins March 1 and closes May 10, 2022.

Military History Talk - The U.S. Army's Love Affair with Coffee
2024-04-25 18:30 - 20:30 | O.O. Howard House, 750 Anderson St, Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
Military History Talk – The U.S. Army’s Love Affair with Coffee

Thursday, April 25, 2024
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
General O.O. Howard House
750 Anderson St., Vancouver

Join us for this interesting and eye-opening presentation by the Vancouver Barracks Military Association!

A now-forgotten staff officer once said, “The U.S. Army can fight any battle without a morning cup of coffee…We just prefer not to!” A stereotypical picture of the average U.S. soldier includes a cup of steaming coffee (joe, java, mocha, or jitter-juice) near at hand. However, coffee was not the original drink of choice during the American Revolution. The love affair began when the Army gave soldiers a weekly ration of coffee and sugar in the 1830s. Over the decades, Army quartermasters searched for the cheapest, yet drinkable, cup of coffee they could find, even at the Vancouver Barracks Regimental Canteen in 1886. Speaker Jeff Dacus, author, former local history teacher, and Marine Corps Reserve combat veteran, will discuss the origins and worldwide spread of coffee drinking, with a focus on its consumption in the Army.

To register for this free program presented by the Vancouver Barracks Military Association, please email jddavis@rocketmail.com.

Images courtesy of the Vancouver Barracks Military Association.

2024 Great Western Promenade
2024-04-10 - 2024-04-13 | Doubletree by Hilton, 12712 SE 2nd Cir, Vancouver, WA, 98684, United States
Dear Voyageurs,
Attached is the information for the 2024 Great Western Promenade to be held in Vancouver, Washington April 10-13, 2024. Please reach out to me if you have any questions. FYI we are hosting it and could use help as well!

Click here for Registration.
Click here for Ad information

Click here for Tour and activity schedules.

En service,

Anne Beaton, Madame La Presidente, Great Western 2024

Military History Talk - Historic Photographers of Vancouver Barracks
2024-03-28 18:30 - 20:30 | O.O. Howard House, 750 Anderson St, Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
Thursday, March 28, 2024
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
General O.O. Howard House
750 Anderson St., Vancouver

From the earliest days of the Vancouver Barracks, government-sponsored pictures and engravings were created, documenting the history of the installation. In addition to official images, private individuals took pictures of the daily life of soldiers and their families.
Join us for this interesting discussion with historian and archaeologist Major Jeff Davis, (U.S. Army, Retired) and learn about the work of military and civilian photographers, both identified and anonymous, including Laura Lee Otis and That Man Marcell, and see samples of their images. Jeff will present images from his extensive collection of vintage photographs of Vancouver Barracks, along with biographical information about the photographers. Images will include historic interiors of the Marshall House, street views in the Vancouver Barracks, and soldiers working and relaxing. Many of the photographs have not previously been shared publicly.

To register for this free program presented by the Vancouver Barracks Military Association, please email jddavis@rocketmail.com.

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2024-03-09 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 2809 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98665-0637, United States

Civil Discourse or Civil Divide
2024-02-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Red Cross Building, 605 East Barnes Street, Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
Do not miss this important event hosted by VANTalks exploring the impact of civil discourse on our community and ways we can work together to bridge divides. This interactive event includes facilitated dialogue sessions, collaborative workshops, strategies for positive action, and engaging discussions.
This special evening features two amazing speakers, including The Historic Trust’s very own Temple Lentz, President/CEO! Temple will share about an innovative approach The Historic Trust is taking to build conversations between strangers. What happens when community members get together to ask each other “36 Questions for Civic Love”?
Will Campbell, Associate Editor and co-owner of The Columbian will discuss the future of traditional local journalism. In many communities in the US, local independent reporter jobs have diminished and disappeared. What’s replaced them are bloggers, Facebook groups, and politically-driven propaganda.
Limited tickets available! Click HERE to reserve your spot today!
Questions? Contact: hello@vantalks.org

Promenade and Cheminot Combined
2024-02-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 2809 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98665-0637, United States
Donuts and coffee before the 10am start time for Prom and Cheminot and you can order off the regular lunch menu after. See you there!
We will be having a combined Promenade and Cheminot on Saturday, February 24th at 10:00am. Hopefully we can get some more members to attend on a weekend and not have to drive at night. Donuts and coffee will be available before the meeting, and you will be able to order of the regular lunch menu afterwards. Come and share a bit of your time with us for fun and fellowship!

Pointman Ministries
2024-02-23 17:30 - 20:30 | WA
Mark your calendar for this event, and remember: 1st responders and veterans are encouraged to attend this service/ support group for those having experienced trauma and or combat.
We will be having our usual ‘check-in’ around the group and time for brief testimonies; (emphasis on ‘brief.’!).

Military History Talk – George Washington and His Legacy
2024-02-22 18:30 - 20:30 | O.O. Howard House, 750 Anderson St, Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
The Historic Trust is excited to host the Vancouver Barracks Military Association’s 2024 Military History Talk series. Join us for this fascinating discussion with speaker Jeff Dacus and learn more about Washington state’s connection to our nation’s first president.
Why is Washington state called Washington? Learn more on the 292nd birthday of our nation’s first president at a presentation by Jeff Dacus on the attributes and values of George Washington.
Jeff Dacus (U.S. Marine Corps, retired) is a retired history teacher and the award-winning author of several books and numerous articles. He is a frequent public speaker and has been the historian for the annual Northwest Colonial Festival (now Northwest Heritage Festival). (jeffdacus.com). Dacus’ book, Perceptions of Battle, which discusses Washington’s leadership during the Battle of Monmonth, the longest battle of the Revolutionary War, is due out in May, 2024.
To register for this program presented by the Vancouver Barracks Military Association, please email jddavis@rocketmail.com.

Student Nurses Appreciation Dinner
2024-02-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 2809 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98665-0637, United States

ANNUAL IWO JIMA FLAGRAISING CEREMONY
2024-02-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. IVY, Canby, OR, 97013, United States

Clark County Veterans Assistance Center Bingo Fundraiser
2024-02-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Vancouver Elks #823, 11605 SE McGillivary Blvd, Vancouver, WA, United States

Oregon Winter Grande Cheminot
2024-01-27 | WA
December 20, 2023
To All Voyageurs:
This is the Official Call to the “Oregon Winter Grande Cheminot”to be held in Lebanon, Saturday January 27th, 2024.Your Hosts are Voiture & Cabane #891, along with A.L. Post & Aux. 51. Registration Form & Hotel info. attached.
Friday evening January 26th there will be dinner & Sunday morning January 28th there will be breakfast, at the post if interested.
Saturday January 27th:
Voyageur wreck 9:30 a.m. Click HERE for the Oregon Grande Cheminot Registration Click HERE for a list of local motel prices
Grande Cheminot 2:00 p.m.
Banquet 6 p.m.
Host Voiture 891’s Child Welfare Project is the Boys & Girls Club.Monetary donations should go through your Cabanes & Cabane checks should be made payable to Voiture #891& note in the memo area. Send to V891 Ray Johnson, 37286 Meredith Dr., Lebanon, OR 97355. Since money is out of Cabane funds, place under “donated” on your Cabane reports.You will list this on your next quarterly report for Jan.-March under Child Welfare.
Besides our normal 50/50 Grande Raffle we are also having a “Grab Bag Raffle” to go towards the Youth Sports Program. Dames, please bring Grab Bags filled with goodies priced anywhere from $3 and beyond!
They will be $3.00 each bag,or 2 bags for $5.00, or 4 bags for $10.00.
So please help by purchasing tickets.
There will be door prizes at the Cheminot too, so bring some cash to donate. Registration fee is $15.00.
Hope to see you in Lebanon!
Jason Virnig, Grande Correspondante

Combined Promenade and Cheminot
2024-01-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Voiture 99 Chateau, 2809 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98665-0637, United States
Donuts and coffee before the 10am start time for Prom and Cheminot and you can order off the regular lunch menu after. See you there!
We will be having a combined Promenade and Cheminot on Saturday, January 13th at 10:00am. Hopefully we can get some more members to attend on a weekend and not have to drive at night. Donuts and coffee will be available before the meeting, and you will be able to order of the regular lunch menu afterwards. Come and share a bit of your time with us for fun and fellowship!

Chateau Closed due to weather
2024-01-13 | WA
Combined Promenade and Cheminot – changed to January 20th
Chateau Closed due to weather
Chef Boyd has made the decision to preemptively postpone our meeting to Saturday January 20th as inclement weather is due this Saturday. It will still be at 10am. The health and safety of our members and staff is our highest priority. Thanks for your understanding.

Chateau Closed
2023-12-23, 2023-11-24, 2023-11-22 | WA

Wreaths Across America
2023-12-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Evergreen Memorial Gardens, 1101 NE 112th Ave, Vancouver, WA, United States
Lewis & Clark Young Marines is honored to host the annual Wreath Laying Ceremony at Evergreen Memorial Gardens on December 16, 2023 at 10:00 am (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony). It is our privilege to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country’s fallen heroes.
Please help us meet our goal of 2000 wreaths so we can honor and remember all 2000 fallen heroes at Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Sponsoring wreaths is easy and all wreaths are delivered directly to the cemetery.
Thank you so much for supporting the Lewis and Clark Young Marines and Wreaths Across America!

Point Man Int’l. ‘Christmas Social’
2023-12-09 17:00 - 19:00 | American Legion Post 14, 4607 NE St James Rd, Vancouver , WA, United States
We are having a ‘Christmas Social’ gathering (dinner, door prizes, raffle drawing, etc.) for all members and anyone interested in learning more about Point Man: December 9th, Saturday evening, 5:00pm to 7:00pm, at the American Legion Post 14, 4607 NE St. James Road, Vanc. Wa. 98663 All interested veterans, 1st responders and families are invited.
Please RSVP Ron or Donna Brandon at 360-721-4310 or 360-693-6719 or email: donnaronb@comcast.net
Notice: the raffle for the 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport, (excellent condition) will be moved up, drawing to take place the 9th as well. You can get tickets when you arrive for the raffle drawing for Jeep. Jeep will be on hand in parking lot, with title deed, for the winner.
If you or a child or a grand child needs a vehicle, this is your good chance to get one! See you all there! We are expecting a large crowd as many have responded to our emails.

NAVY VS ARMY (Go Navy - beat Army)
2023-12-09 12:00 - 15:00 | WA
