Serving Our Community
Ron Hunsicker writes: “I was blessed to be one of many honored Veterans at a Veterans ceremony at the Allen Frear Elementary School on November 9, 2023. They had over 260 notes written by the students posted on various bulletin boards. Here are some I’d like to share”:
The time for holiday cheer is here. And that means it time for the NPVA Basket of Cheer raffle. Tickets priced at 6 for $25 or 1 for $5 will be on sale in the Club House on November 17th, which is your lucky bingo night. Your second chance to buy tickets at the Club…
Veterans Day 2023 is Saturday, Nov. 11, and the VA is tracking the good deals from around the country. The list below is current as of this posting, but it will continue to be updated as the VA learns of more nationally available Veterans Day discounts, meals or other ways businesses and organizations want to give…
Date: November 11, 2023 Many thanks to Dee Sullivan, who provided content for this post. The celebration of our veterans will begin in the Point’s Ballroom at 10:30 AM with a slide show created by David Marcus, showcasing Noble Pond Veterans. Mrs. Thalheimer and Mrs. Oliaccio, accompanied by members of Girl Scout Troop 90 &…
Background: Prior to our summer break, Vice-President Santo suggested the idea of having our own Association Flag. Three designs have been submitted to the committee-chair thus far. The final day to submit your NPVA Flag Design is November 14, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact VP Santo. His contact information is available on…
Here’s a great opportunity to let the next generation know why honoring veterans is important enough for them to have a school holiday. Several area schools have requested our help in doing just that: They’re looking for at least 15 veterans to participate. These visits include speaking with the kids in their classroom, and or…
On a rainy Saturday, October 14th, the Noble’s Pond community gathered in The Point’s ballroom, changing the day from dreary to cheerful. While the outside drizzled, the atmosphere inside the ballroom was nothing short of vibrant. The central attraction, a glistening roasted pig, lay ready for serving, signifying the heart and dedication of the Noble’s…
The VA publishes and archives newsletters of general interest to Vets. The latest newsletter can be read at https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVA/bulletins/3755183 . The full archive of newsletters appears at https://news.va.gov/vetresources/?utm_source=header&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=VetResources. If you wish you can signup there to receive the newsletter via email.
Update: 9:08 P.M. Congress has passed a continuing resolution to keep all agencies funded for the next 45 days. What follows below is the VA’s earlier response to what had been an impending shutdown. Likely, the VA’s plan described below will remain available for implementation as eventual budget passage remains uncertain. News outlets of varying…
Two Days ’til DE Military Women Being Honored at Vet Fest – 9 Days ’til Military Women’s Gathering/mtg, UD Football Games & More. More details are available online.