VFW Post 5076 calendar of events

September 11

6 p.m. - 9/11 Remembrance program

September 17

7 p.m. - POW/MIA - program to remember all prisoners of war/missing in action from all wars

September 25

7 p.m. - Gold Star Mothers program, commemorating those who have lost children in combat

All activities hosted by VFW, Ladies’ Auxiliary, and Men's Auxiliary members.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5076, 2180 Meridian Way, Garland, 972-278-2858

Call the post or Beverly Snow, Ladies’ Auxiliary President at 214-674-0791 for information.  We welcome anyone who is eligible for the VFW to come and be a member.  All who served overseas during a time of war are eligible.  Bring your DD214 and come see us.

Make plans to attend Healthy Living Expo

Posted August 10, 2010

When:  Saturday, September 25, 2010 - 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: GISD Special Events Center - 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd.

Learn how to improve your personal health and the health of the environment all in one event: Healthy Living Expo 2010 – Healthy You, Healthy Earth. The city of Garland, Garland ISD, Baylor Medical Center at Garland, and the Garland Chamber of Commerce will join forces to look at how caring for both ourselves and the earth creates a healthy lifestyle and has a positive impact on the world around us.

The expo will offer exhibitor booths, free services, demonstrations, and entertainment, all focused on helping citizens make positive changes to their daily lives. Healthy You Exhibitors will provide health screenings and immunizations, plus information on prevention services, stress reduction, fitness and much more. Meanwhile, Healthy Earth Exhibitors will share information about recycling, conservation, energy efficiency, gardening, and alternative fuel vehicles. 

The expo will also feature Radio Disney with music, games and prizes that rock, plus special activities for the kids, including bounce houses, face painting, crafts and games. Adoptable pets from the city of Garland Animal Shelter will be available on site for those who are ready to add a furry friend to their family.

Plan ahead to contribute to a healthier community by donating and recycling several items on site.  You can bring personal documents to be shredded, gently used athletic shoes, eyeglasses, outdated or unused medications, and plastic shopping bags. You can also register (in advance) for a free composting class - call 972-205-3500 by September 22. 

Don’t forget about the environmental contests: Doing Good for the Environment competition for students who have implemented an environmentally friendly service project and Expo Art Contest for adults whose artistic creation is comprised of at least 70% reused, recycled, or natural materials. 

Visit www.GarlandGoesGreen.org for information. Exhibitor space and volunteer opportunities are still available.

Wags & Waves pool party for people and pets

When:   Saturday, September 18 – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Where:  Hawaiian Falls Waterpark, 4550 North Garland Avenue  

Admission:  $20 per person, includes up to two dogs, children under 2 free

Pet owners can say so long to summer as they float down the Lazy River or wade in the wave pool with their canine companions by their side. 

In addition to the various pools and water attractions, other activities at Wags & Waves include live music by The Big Guns, low-cost microchips, pet photos, massages for people and dogs, vendors, Canine Couture (best costume) and Clever Canine (pet trick) contests.  

Register early online to receive a free T-shirt (while supplies last), and the first 500 attendees will receive a free goody bag. 

Proceeds will benefit the Metroplex Animal Coalition and its member organizations.   

Presenting sponsors of Wags & Waves are Café Pacific/Jack Knox and Hawaiian Falls Waterpark.  Additional sponsorship support is provided by Dogs Rule Resort, Dooty Free Lawns, Furry Freeze, Gracie’s Gift, Holden Bags, Maggie’s Pampered Paws, Pat Rodriguez, Petco, Petite Pooch Chateau, Print Place, Purina Pro Plan Rally to Rescue, SCOMPA, SEMbio, Shagly Photography, Stonebriar Veterinary Centre, Silpada Designs Independent Representative Susan Nelson-Brown, Stratos Global Greek Restaurant, Toothacres Pet Care Center, Urban Animal Magazine and Urban Paws. 

Visit www.WagsAndWaves.com to register.

Open enrollment for ESL classes

The English as a Second Language program at Messiah Lutheran Church at 1801 West Plano Parkway in Plano begins its ninth year teaching English to international students living the North Dallas and Collin County areas. The volunteer teachers invite former and new students to join them for the new school year that begins Monday, September 13.

Conversation classes are from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. on Mondays. The traditional level classes that emphasize reading, writing, speaking, and listening meet from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Students may join both types of classes.

Congressman Johnson announces Mobile Office Hours

Posted September 2, 2010

What:  Mobile Office Hours hosted by staff of U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson

When:  Thursday, September 23 – 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Where:  Nicholson Memorial Library, front entrance, 625 Austin Street, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Staff from the Congressman’s office host Mobile Office Hours throughout the Third District to meet with constituents.  During Mobile Office Hours, staff assists individuals facing problems with federal programs or agencies such as Medicare, Veterans’ Affairs, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Social Security Administration, or the Internal Revenue Service.  The Congressman’s staff can help facilitate overseas adoptions, provide information regarding trips to Washington, D.C., and process requests to have American flags flown over the U.S. Capitol.

Anyone seeking assistance with a federal agency should bring all relevant documents and be prepared to sign a privacy disclaimer.  Constituents who cannot attend the scheduled Mobile Office Hours are welcome to contact the Congressman’s Richardson office at (972) 470-0892.  For more information, visit www.samjohnson.house.gov and click on “24 Hour Online Office.”