Calendar of Events
The local area is again seeing an increase in respiratory ailments. In short, if you're sick or showing symptoms of being sick, please put off visiting Post 392 until your symptoms have subsided and you're feeling well again. Thank you!!
VFW Post 392 Canteen/Kitchen Hours
The Post operating hours are Saturday through Thursday, 1100-2200 (except on Cootie Breakfast Sundays, when we open the Canteen at 1000) and Fridays from 1100-2300 remain in place. Gaming is permitted during the time we are open but no later than 0100. Since we close earlier, there is no impact to our operating hours. Should an event be scheduled that runs beyond normal operating hours, the Canteen may not remain open beyond 0100 for any reason.
ALL MEMBERS MUST SHOW A CURRENT AND VALID VFW ID CARD. ALL GUESTS MUST BE SIGNED IN BY THE MEMBER THEY ARE ACCOMPANYING.
Pursuant to our amended Standard Operating Procedures, approved on 12/6/2022, the Bartender/ABC Manager/Gaming Manager has the authority to close the Canteen at any time after 2030 if in his or her opinion insufficient business is being conducted to justify keeping the Canteen open. Further, the gaming machines will be physically turned off each night at closing time and turned back on at opening time the next day. Prior warning will be given to allow players to finish their games, but they must be completed as noted. Any concerns regarding these changes shall be addressed to the Canteen Manager or Quartermaster, as appropriate. We must comply with Virginia law.
KITCHEN HOURS: The Kitchen is only closed day and night on Mondays. The Kitchen will normally be open for lunch from 1100 until 1400, Tuesday through Friday. Dinner will be served from 1700-1900 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. On Friday, dinner is served from 1730-2030. On Saturdays and Sundays, the Kitchen will serve the weekend menu between 1300-1700. Any changes will be posted as they occur. We may have to curtail Kitchen hours when staffing isn't available to open the Kitchen or scheduled events require use of the Kitchen (such as holiday meals, Cootie Breakfasts, etc.) Please call the Post at 757-486-5875 to verify if the Kitchen is open if you plan on ordering food from the menu during your visit. When the Kitchen is closed, Hot Dogs, Chili, Soup and items that can be prepared using the Air Fryer are normally available. The weekly lunch specials will be posted below and on our Facebook page, available by clicking the link to the left.
Monday: The Canteen is open 1100-2200 (or earlier, as determined by the on-duty ABC Manager). The Kitchen is not staffed. As a lunch option patrons will have access to the air fryer items, pizza oven, soup, chili and hotdogs/sausages. See the menu by clicking here. Social Hour is from 1500-1800.
Tuesday through Thursday: The Canteen is open 1100-2200 (or earlier, as determined by the on-duty ABC Manager), with the Kitchen open to the public for Lunch from 1100-1400. Social Hour is from 1500-1800. Our Kitchen full menu dinner service is from 1700-1900 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays when a Post Dinner is scheduled. It may only be open to serve the specific dinner, or full menu service, depending on what's on the schedule. Keep an eye on the Calendar for specific dinner dates.
Friday: The Canteen is open 1100-2300 (or earlier, as determined by the on-duty ABC Manager), with the Kitchen open to the public for lunch from 1100-1400. Social Hour is from 1500-1800. Kitchen Dinner service from 1730-2030 with the full menu and our Steamed Shrimp Special. Volunteer Shrimp Cooks are needed for each Friday Night.
Price Change Effective 9/15/2023: 1/2lb of Shrimp: $9.00. 1lb of Shrimp: $16.00. Fried Shrimp Dinner: $11.50. Prices subject to change without notice as our supply costs increase.
When scheduled, our Auxiliary Bake Sale on the 3rd Friday of each month, during the Steamed Shrimp Special. Live entertainment is now scheduled on Fridays dependent on the entertainment for that evening. See the schedule on the Calendar for the name of the entertainment and performance times. See the list of daily events below to see al the events we have scheduled.
Saturday: The Canteen is open 1100-2300 (or earlier, as determined by the on-duty ABC Manager). The Kitchen is open on Saturdays from 1300-1700 for weekend menu service. When the kitchen is closed, patrons will have access to the air fryer items, pizza oven, soup, chili, and hotdogs/sausages, and snacks available for purchase.
Sunday: The Canteen is open 1100-2200 (or 1000 on Cootie Breakfast Sundays, or as determined by the on-duty ABC Manager). NFL games and NASCAR Races scheduled during this time frame will be shown on the big screens. The Kitchen will be open for lunch 1300 - 1700 unless the Kitchen is closed for a Post function. On Cootie Breakfast Sundays, breakfast is served 0830-1100. When the kitchen is closed, patrons will have access to the air fryer items, pizza oven, soup, chili, and hotdogs/sausages, and snacks available for purchase.
VFW Post 392 Lunch Hours:
Monday - Friday, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Weekend Menu)
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Weekend Menu)
For takeout orders, call 757-486-5875 during lunch hours.
All orders must be placed no later than 15 minutes prior to when the kitchen closes.
Lunch Specials for the week of April 28th - May 2nd, 2025
(will normally be updated on or before each Monday)
In addition to our Daily Lunch Menu, we will be serving the following Blue-Plate Specials (changed weekly):
Mondays
The Kitchen is not open on Mondays (day or night), except for a scheduled Post function. As a lunch/dinner option, patrons will have access to the air fryer items, pizza oven, soup, chili, and hotdogs/sausages.
Tuesday 4/29
Chicken Parm Sandwich with a side of fries
$9.00
Wednesday 4/30
Meatloaf with sides of Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli
$9.50
Thursday 5/1
Tuna Salad on a Croissant with choice of Chips
$8.00
Friday 5/2
Patty Melt with a side of Home Fries
$9.00
Also, unless the Kitchen is closed for a Post event, the Kitchen will be open for Lunch on Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM. On NASCAR Race Days, our NASCAR Lunch Menu items will be served. Otherwise, when the Kitchen is closed, patrons will have access to the air fryer items, pizza oven, soup, chili, and/or hotdogs/sausages, as available.
If you have specific questions, you can send an e-mail to the Quartermaster and/or Canteen Manager at vfwpost392@gmail.com, canteenmanager392@gmail.com, or call the Post at 757-486-5875 during business hours.
The On-Duty ABC Manager has full control over the Canteen and all related business during operational hours.
From VFW Post 392 Canteen Manager Shelly Hughes:
VFW Post Members,
Good Day! I wanted to address a few issues we are having with regard to our access control system door locks, electronic key fobs, and their usage. The purpose of the newer system of door locks and key fobs is to protect our members and our employees from unnecessary risks. The system only works if we as a group use it appropriately. Having said that please follow the procedures listed below:
1. Please bring your fob with you when visiting the Post. This saves the bartenders from having to confirm your membership and authorization to use the facility. If guests accompany you, they must be signed in immediately upon arrival.
2. Opening the door(s) and allowing access to our Post is the responsibility of the bartender on duty. Please don't open the door for anyone that doesn't have their fob. Again, this is the responsibility of the bartender on duty.
3. Never allow access to the Post to anyone that you don't personally know. We need to know their reason for wanting access and review photo identification for all individuals that are not known members.
4. Never, under any circumstances, should any exterior access door be propped open without the express permission of the Quartermaster, Canteen Manager, or bartender on duty, and then only for long enough to move deliveries or equipment through the door. Exterior doors will not be left open if unattended.
Violations of this policy will be reported to the House Committee Chairperson for action.
If you need a replacement fob or haven't picked up your fob from the Post, please see the bartender on duty or Quartermaster John Phillips.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Shelly Hughes
Canteen Manager
canteenmanager392@gmail.com
757-486-5875
Respectfully submitted by Michael Marushia, Post Adjutant, VFW Post 392, on behalf of Post Commander James Wikkerink and House Committee Chair Duane Gordon.
THE CALENDAR AND EVENTS SCHEDULE WILL BE UPDATED MONTHLY OR AS CHANGES OCCUR.
Our next Post and Auxiliary Business Meetings will be held on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025, @1900 Hours. Please Attend!
All members are encouraged to attend!
All new members who have not yet been sworn in to the Post and decorated with the VFW Cross of Malta should attend!
Be heard and help us improve our Post!
The VFW Post 392 Calendar of Events provides for our members a sequential view of monthly scheduled events that are usually included in the our newsletter. Please visit Newsletter page for additional information. Click the links below to view the respective calendar page. Please scroll down the page to see the list of upcoming and recent past Post events.
Changes are posted as they occur - sometimes daily. The electronic copy of the Monthly Calendar is often updated after the hard copies of the Newsletter and Calendar are printed. Please refer to the Calendar below for the most up to date info.
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Please note that effective February 1st, 2017, this prohibition includes vaping.
Post 392 Calendar for the month of May, 2025
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PLEASE ENSURE YOU SCROLL DOWN AND READ ABOUT ALL THE EVENTS HAPPENING THIS MONTH!
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THE POST IS OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK AND OPERATING ON A NORMAL SCHEDULE! WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!
We cannot provide support to our Veterans, our families, and our community without your help!
As we continue our journey through 2025, we always need volunteers to help with events, and members to patronize the Canteen. To those who repeatedly assist with Post functions, we thank you all. For those that seldom visit or assist, we cannot stress enough that we need more members, especially our newer members, to participate in Post activities and events. Those members who assist on a regular basis cannot continue do it alone!! Please join us at all of these wonderful events, including not only the special events each month, but patronizing and supporting your Post Canteen. Whether for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, our Friday Night Shrimp Special and Live Entertainment, Pool, Traditional Bingo, Texas Hold'em, Trivia, Picnics, Holidays, and weekend or other sporting events, we're always open for all our members and their families and guests. Don't forget, the large and small meeting rooms are also available to rent for special events (discounted for members)! We can only support others if we support ourselves first. And if you have ideas for other events we're not already doing but would be great for our members, please contact any Post Officer or the Canteen Manager and make your suggestions known!!
Please support your Post through volunteering your time and services! We can certainly use all the support we can get. Our new members are highly encouraged to get involved in Post events!
Every hour spent and mile driven benefits our vets and counts towards our annual reporting, so make sure that you're documenting and reporting to the Post any time spent supporting Post or Veteran activities.
Televised Sports at POST 392
VFW Post 392 is able to broadcast pretty much any televised sporting event, including professional baseball, basketball, football, hockey, golf, and college sports on the multiple big screen televisions we have at the Post, when in season. If it is available through Dish TV™, we can put it on one of our many TV's!! NASCAR is well into their 2025 season. All NASCAR Cup Races are shown on at least one of the big screen TV's in the Canteen. The NBA and NHL are also into their playoff season
s. The MLB returned on March 18th. The PGA and LPGA are having their slate of tournaments this year. With multiple TV's available, you can watch pretty much any event you choose that is available. Please come cheer on your favorite teams, players, or drivers! You're invited to participate in our weekly NASCAR Racing League, have fun with your fellow members, and win some great prizes!
Improved 5G Wi-Fi is available at the Post, so if you want to bring your tablet, laptop, or other wireless device to track race or game stats live, please feel free to do so. Wireless signal boosters have been installed to improve our internet access. Connect to VFW392-1 5G for the best signal. The password is available at the Canteen. You can call or visit the Post for further information.
***DINING AT POST 392***
Social Hour at Post 392 runs from 3PM until 6PM, M-F, except on Thursday, when it runs from 3PM-7PM! Come on down and enjoy the camaraderie! Tuesday is Taco Tuesday. Wednesday is Wing Wednesday and Free Pool Night, Thursday is Thirsty Thursday!! Friday is Shrimp Special Night! As we're able to get them scheduled, we still have various special Thursday Dinners from 1700-1900 on the days they are scheduled, so check the Calendar to see what is being offered each month. Updates for dinners are also posted on our Facebook Page as they are scheduled.
Thursday Night Dinners for May: We will have our Buddy Poppy Spaghetti Dinner on Thursday, May 23rd, from 1700-1900. Bob DeChamplain will be preparing various sauces to be served with your pasta, salad, and garlic bread. Cost will be $15.00, which will be added to the proceeds of the Buddy Poppy Drive over Memorial Day Weekend. Be sure to come get some great food at the Post.
Friday Night Social Hour and Shrimp Special
THE KITCHEN IS OPEN ON FRIDAYS WITH A VARIETY OF OFFERINGS. SOCIAL HOUR PRICES ARE FROM 1700-1900. OUR STEAMED SHRIMP SPECIAL RUNS FROM 1730-2030. PIZZA IS AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONTINUE TO JOIN US AND ENJOY THE OFFERINGS.
We also have Live Music scheduled each Friday. Check the schedule below to see who is playing each week.
Effective 9/15/2023: 1/2lb of Shrimp: $9.00. 1lb of Shrimp: $16.00. Fried Shrimp Dinner: $11.50. Prices subject to change without notice as our supply costs increase.
The full rundown of all the offerings can be found in the Post Newsletter
UPCOMING EVENTS AND SPECIAL DATES
**SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.**
CORRECTIONS OR ADDITIONS SHOULD BE SENT TO WEBMASTER@VFW392.ORG
25 APR, 1500-1800, FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR;
1730-2030, OUR STEAMED SHRIMP SPECIAL. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT - NOAH
REINHART, 1830-2130
26 APR, NOON-1800, IOOB CHILI COOKOFF
27 APR, 1500, the NASCAR™ JACK LINK’S 500
at Talladega Superspeedway, shown on the big screens at the Post.
28 APR, 1900-2100, MONTHLY TRIVIA NIGHT -
MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL TRIVIA. TEAMS OF 1-4 PLAYERS. PRIZES AWARDED. SEE BELOW
FOR DETAILS.
30 APR 2025, 1830, HOUSE COMMITTEE
MEETING. All Officers and Committee Members. Open to all Post and
Auxiliary members.
02 MAY, 1500-1800, FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR;
1730-2030, OUR STEAMED SHRIMP SPECIAL. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT-BRUCE
TODD, 1830-2130.
03 MAY, 0900-1200, VFW DAY OF SERVICE -
ADOPT-A-STREET CLEANUP ON INTERNATIONAL DRIVE. MEET AT POST 392 FOR
EQUIPMENT ISSUE AND SAFETY BRIEFING PRIOR TO THE EVENT.
03 MAY, NOON, MONTHLY POOL TOURNAMENT,
DOUBLE ELIMINATION
03 MAY, 1730, MONTHLY DARTS TOURNAMENT.
PRIZES AWARDED.
04 MAY, 0830-1100, COOTIE BREAKFAST WITH TEAM
1!! ADULTS $10.00, KIDS 6-12 $5.00, KIDS UNDER 6 FREE. EGGS TO ORDER
AND ALL YOU CAN EAT AT THE BUFFET. THE BEST CHEAP BREAKFAST IN
VIRGINIA BEACH. PROFITS GO TO VETERANS SERVICES. VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED!!!
04 MAY, 1530, the NASCAR™ Wurth 400 presented
by LIQUI MOLY at Texas Motor Speedway, shown on the big screens at
the Post.
06 MAY, 1900, MONTHLY POST AND AUXILIARY
BUSINESS MEETINGS - PLEASE ATTEND! WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT AT
THESE MEETINGS!! ALL NEW MEMBERS SHOULD ATTEND TO BE SWORN IN TO THE
POST!
09 MAY, 1500-1800, FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR;
1730-2030, OUR STEAMED SHRIMP SPECIAL. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT-MARTY
MOORE, 1830-2130.
10 MAY, 1800, VFW POST & AUXILIARY 392 2025-2026 OFFICER INSTALLATIONS. SOCIAL HOUR FROM 1700-1800. COME SUPPORT YOUR NEW LEADERSHIP TEAM!
11 MAY, 0830-1100, MOTHER’S DAY COOTIE
BREAKFAST WITH TEAM 2! ADULTS $10.00, KIDS 6-12 $5.00, KIDS UNDER 6
FREE. EGGS TO ORDER AND ALL YOU CAN EAT AT THE BUFFET. THE BEST
CHEAP BREAKFAST IN VIRGINIA BEACH. PROFITS GO TO VETERANS SERVICES.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!
11 MAY, 1500, the NASCAR™ Advent Health
400 at Kansas Speedway, shown on the big screens at the Post.
13 MAY, 1900, MONTHLY MEETING OF MILITARY
ORDER OF THE COOTIE PUP TENT 9. ALL COOTIES REQUESTED TO ATTEND TO
DISCUSS BUSINESS AND PLAN EVENTS.
16 MAY, 1500-1800, FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR;
1730-2030, OUR STEAMED SHRIMP SPECIAL. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT-DJ
SHANNON, 1800-2200
17 MAY, ARMED FORCES DAY
17 MAY, 1300, 1300, MONTHLY BINGO. MUST
BE 14 OR OLDER TO PLAY. GUESTS WELCOME WITH PLAYING POST/AUX MEMBER.
17 MAY, 1800, MONTHLY TEXAS HOLD’EM
TOURNAMENT. GUEST WELCOME WITH PLAYING MEMBER. PRIZES AWARDED.
17 MAY, 1720, the NASCAR™ All-Star Race
Heat 1 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, shown on the big screens at the
Post.
17 MAY, 1815, the NASCAR™ All-Star Race
Heat 2 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, shown on the big screens at the
Post.
18 MAY, 1730, the NASCAR™ All-Star Open
at North Wilkesboro Speedway, shown on the big screens at the Post.
18 MAY, 1720, the NASCAR™ All-Star Race
at North Wilkesboro Speedway, shown on the big screens at the Post.
22 MAY, 1700-1900,
BUDDY POPPY
SPAGHETTI DINNER. $15.00. VOLUNTEERS REQUESTED TO HELP WITH SETUP,
SERVING, AND CLEANUP.
23-25 MAY, NOON-1800 DAILY, BUDDY POPPY DISTRIBUTION AND FUND-RAISING DRIVE AT NAS OCEANA COMMISSARY, NEX, AND PACKAGE STORE. VOLUNTEERS ARE ESSENTIAL TO THIS FUND DRIVE! SIGN UP FOR 2-HOUR SHIFTS AT THE POST! PLEASE SUPPORT THIS EVENT!
23 MAR, 1500-1800, FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR;
1730-2030, OUR STEAMED SHRIMP SPECIAL. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT - NOAH
REINHART, 1830-2130
24 MAY, 0745, COLORS CEREMONY/FLAGS OUT
AT LOCAL CEMETERIES. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO ASSIST. SIGN-UP AT THE
POST FOR THE CEMETERY YOU WILL SUPPORT.
25 MAY, 1800, the NASCAR™ COCA-COLA 500, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, shown on the big screens at the Post.
26 MAY MEMORIAL DAY. FLAGS AT HALF STAFF
DAWN UNTIL NOON. RETURN FLAGS TO FULL STAFF AT NOON.
26 MAY, 1900-2100, MONTHLY TRIVIA NIGHT -
MEMORIAL DAY TRIVIA. TEAMS OF 1-4 PLAYERS. PRIZES AWARDED. SEE BELOW
FOR DETAILS.
28 MAR 2025, 1830, HOUSE COMMITTEE
MEETING. All Officers and Committee Members. Open to all Post and
Auxiliary members.
30 MAY, 1500-1800, FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR;
1730-2030, OUR STEAMED SHRIMP SPECIAL. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT – TIM
HOPKINS, 1830-2130
31 MAY, 1835, VFW POST 392 EVENING WITH THE NORFOLK TIDES. TICKETS $45, INCLUDES SEAT AND BUFFET AT THE HITS IN THE PARK RESTAURANT. CONTACT STEVEN WILKINS FOR TICKETS - SEE FLYER BELOW FOR DETAILS
01 JUN, 1900, the NASCAR™ Cracker Barrel
400 at Nashville Superspeedway, shown on the big screens at the
Post.
03 JUN, 1900, MONTHLY POST AND AUXILIARY
BUSINESS MEETINGS. PLEASE ATTEND! WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT AT
THESE MEETINGS!! ALL NEW MEMBERS SHOULD ATTEND TO BE SWORN IN TO THE
POST!
06 JUN, 1500-1800, FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR;
1730-2030, OUR STEAMED SHRIMP SPECIAL. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT-BRUCE
TODD, 1830-2130.
07 JUN, NOON, MONTHLY POOL TOURNAMENT,
DOUBLE ELIMINATION
07 JUN, 1730, MONTHLY DARTS TOURNAMENT.
PRIZES AWARDED.
NOTE: On rare occasions, event dates and/or times can change. Check back often for the latest info!
You can also find our most recent changes
and events on our Facebook page at
http://www.facebook.com/VFW392/
Remember to check back often as the Calendar is subject to change without notice.
Calendar / Newsletter Corrections
We welcome any comments, suggestions, or complaints about errors that warrant correction. They can be directed to any Post 392 Officer, or you can e-mail them to webmaster@VFW392.org
Corrected copies of the calendar are published as updates or corrections are received.
Below are the upcoming Post and external events on our schedule. Some of the images have links to external websites or information, so please click on each one for further information. Unless it is specifically stated that a below event is a VFW 392 event, we do not assume any responsibility for the content, scheduling, or other control over said events.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Monthly Events
Monthly Pool Tournament, 1st Saturday of the
month at Noon
Monthly Darts Tournament - 1st Saturday of the month at 1730
Monthly Post Dinners - as scheduled, 1700-1900
Monthly Bingo - 3rd Saturday of the month from 1300-1500
Monthly Texas Hold'em Tournament - 3rd Saturday of the month at 1800
Monthly Trivia Night - 4th Monday of the month, 1900
Free Billiards - Every Wednesday evening!
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES:
POST 392 FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Fridays each month, 1830-2130 (or as noted)
VFW Post 392 will host Live Music each Friday evening
in the month Here's the schedule and
times:
First Friday: Bruce Todd, 1830-2130 Facebook Page
Second Friday: Marty Moore, 1830-2130 Facebook Page
Third Friday: DJ Shannon, 1800-2200
Fourth Friday: Noah Reinhart, 1830-2130 Facebook Page
Should there be a Fifth Friday, either one of our regulars or an alternate performer will be scheduled from 1830-2130. Tim Hopkins will play on May 30th.
Please join us during our Friday Night Shrimp Specials as we enjoy the music provided by these entertainers!
Monthly Trivia Night
Monday, April 28th, 1900
Please join us on April 28th for our monthly FREE Trivia Night at Post 392. If you want to play Trivia, you can play with a team of up to 4 members, or by yourself, but be sure to be ready for the challenge!! We've been averaging 8-10 teams, but there's room for more. The Trivia subject for April will be "Monty Python and the Holy Grail". Bonus points awarded for dressing in a costume related to the movie. A $25 Gift Certificate is awarded for 1st and a $15 Gift Certificate awarded for 2nd Place (good for food and non-alcoholic beverages only). We've been having a blast every month, so we hope to see you there!
If you come dressed in costume as a Monty Python character you will get +10 bonus points.
Photos below. Click each thumbnail to open the photo
March Trivia 1st Place |
March Trivia 2nd Place |
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All participants that dressed in Board Game Costumes
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VFW DAY OF SERVICE - ADOPT-A-STREET CLEANUP EVENT
Saturday, May 3rd, 0900
In support of the annual VFW Day of Service, VFW Post 392 and our Auxiliary will conduct an Adopt-a-Street Cleanup event
on Saturday, May 3rd. Participants will meet at the Post at 0900 to be issued cleanup and safety gear and receive a safety briefing. The team will then deploy to our adopted section of International Boulevard, just off of London Bridge Road, where roadside cleanup will be conducted. Once finished, the team will return to the Post for equipment turn-in and snacks. We ask for as much participation in this event as possible. All members of the Post and Auxiliary are invited. This is a kid-friendly event, so bring them along to help with this community service. We hope to see you there.
MONTHLY POOL AND DARTS TOURNEYS
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Pool Tourney at Noon / Darts Tourney at 1730
Our monthly Pool Tournament is held the first Saturday of each month, starting at Noon. If you wish to try to win the crown and cape for the month, bring your cue and best billiards skills and let's see how good you are!
At 1730 on Saturday, our monthly Darts Tourney takes place, playing Cricket with blind partners. There's some pretty stiff competition so come join the fun!!
COOTIE BREAKFASTS!
May 4th/11th, 0830-1100
Our twice a month Cootie Breakfasts for
May will be held on the 4th and 11th, running from 0830-1100.
Our last breakfast of the season is on Mother's Day, May 11th,
2025. Since they ladies will be honored, we'll need extra help to
celebrate the Moms and serve breakfast that day. We thank you all for
the support you have provided to the Cooties this season. We'll resume
in September.
Breakfast consists of eggs (scrambled or cooked to order), bacon, sausage patties and links, hash browns, biscuits,
sausage gravy, grits, pancakes, and waffles. Coffee, iced tea, and mimosas are also available.
Cost is $10.00 per adult and kids 13 and older, $5.00 for kids 6-12, and kids 5 and under eat free.
Team 1 is led by Senior Vice Commander John Flavin. Team 2 is led by Bob and TJ DeChamplain. Additional volunteers are needed to support both teams with setup, taking orders, cooking, and cleanup. You do not have to be a Cootie to assist with prep, cooking, serving, or cleanup. Contact John or Bob/TJ to assist. For other questions related to this event, contact David Goldstein, MOC Breakfast Coordinator.
The full schedule for the 2024-2025 season is available by clicking on the Cootie Page.
MONTHLY VFW AND AUXILIARY BUSINESS MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 6th, 1900
VFW Post 392 and our Auxiliary hold our monthly business meetings on the first Tuesday of each month, at 1900 hours. The monthly Post and Auxiliary Business Meetings will be held starting at 7:00 PM. All new members of the Post should attend to be sworn in and decorated with the VFW insignia. New Auxiliary members should attend their monthly meeting for installation into the group. For further information, contact your respective Post or Auxiliary officers. If you have not signed up to receive our monthly Newsletter/Calendar update via email, click here: Subscribe to the VFW Post 392 Mailing List
VFW VA DISTRICT 2 AND AUXILIARY BUSINESS MEETINGS
Saturday, May 10th, 0900
VFW VA District 2 will hold their quarterly meeting on May 10th at VFW Post 3160 in the Ocean View area of Norfolk. The event will start with a Joint Meeting at 0900, followed by separate Posts and Auxiliaries meetings after the Joint meeting is completed. The meetings are to discuss District business, pass along important information to the District and recognize both VFW/AUX members and community members for their service to the District and VFW. All members are invited to attend these very informative meetings.
VFW POST AND AUXILIARY 392 OFFICER INSTALLATIONS
Saturday, May 10th, 1900
VFW Post 392 and our Auxiliary will hold our annual Officer Installations of Officers for the 2025-2026 Term of Office on Saturday, May 10th. The event will start with Social Hour, from 1700-1800. The installations will begin at 1800 with the Auxiliary Officers, led by President-elect Bob DeChamplain, being sworn in first. That will be followed by the Post Officers, led by Commander-elect Kevin Hébert, being sworn in to their offices. All Post and Auxiliary members are invited to attend this event and show your support for the incoming leadership teams. Congratulations to those taking office and best wishes for a strong year!
MONTHLY BINGO
Saturday, May 10th, 1300-1500
The next Monthly Bingo event will be held on March 8th. Players must be 14 or older. Guest welcome with playing member. Prizes awarded. Proceeds go to supporting activities for local Veterans. Click on flyer for full size version.
Texas Hold'em
Saturday, May 10th, 1800
Texas Hold'em returns on Saturday, April 20th. Registration opens at 1730. You must be 18+ to play. Guests are welcome when accompanied by playing members. Prizes awarded to the top players. Contact Past Post Commander John Flavin for details.
Buddy Poppy Spaghetti Dinner
Thursday, May 22nd, 1700-1900
VFW Post and Auxiliary 392 will hold our annual Memorial Day Weekend Buddy Poppy Dinner on Thursday
, May 22nd, form 1700-1900. Our very own Bob DeChamplain will again be making his various spaghetti sauces to be served with pasta, salad, and dessert, for a donation of $15.00 per person. All funds generated from this dinner will be included with our Buddy Poppy Fundraising for the Memorial Day weekend. For further information, contact Bob or Post JVC Kevin Hébert.
Buddy Poppy Distribution Fund Raising Drive
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday May 23rd - 25th, Noon-1800 Daily
Buddy Poppy distribution and fund raising returns over Memorial Day weekend, May 23rd - 25th, 2023, at the NAS Oceana Commissary, NEX, and Package Store. We will need a lot of help to cover 3 day's worth of 2 hours shifts, running from Noon - 2, 2-4, and 4-6 each day at the aforementioned locations. That's 9 shifts a day, each day of the weekend. Sign-up Sheets are posted on the bulletin board at the Post. If you've done Buddy Poppy Distribution before, you know how fun it can be and ask you considering doing it again. If you've never done Buddy Poppy Distribution, it's very easy. A full briefing will be provided to you before you go out to start your shift. In short, you simply offer and hand out Buddy Poppies to whomever wants one. If they wish to make a donation to support the program, you collect it in provided bins. At the end of your shift, you return to Post 392, count your receipts, put them and receipt slip in and envelope and turn them in to the Bartender or program leader (if there). If you're not sure about the history of the Buddy Poppy and what this program supports, click here: About the VFW,
and scroll down to the Buddy Poppy section of the webpage.
Colors Ceremony/Flags Out
Saturday, May 24th, 0745
VFW Post 392 will conduct a Flag Raising Ceremony on Saturday morning, May 24th, in honor of Memorial Day Weekend. Fall-in is at 0745. Colors will sound at 0800 and military honors rendered. After Colors, teams of Post, Auxiliary, NJROTC, Active Military, and others will deploy to place flags at the graves of veterans at 5 local cemeteries. This is a time-honored tradition done to honor and recognize those that served in our military and have now departed this life. We need a lot of support to get this mission accomplished. There are sign-up sheets at the Post. The more participants we have, the faster the mission is completed. The Flags and hole punches are provided for use. After your mission is complete, you're invited to return to the Post, turn in your flag case and hole punches, and then join us for a provided lunch. This is a great, kid-friendly community service event, where you can honor those that have gone before us. If you have any questions, contact SVC John Flavin or JVC Kevin Hébert.
Monthly Trivia Night
Monday, My 26th, 1900
Please join us on May 26th for our monthly FREE Trivia Night at Post 392. If you want to play Trivia, you can play with a team of up to 4 members, or by yourself, but be sure to be ready for the challenge!! We've been averaging 8-10 teams, but there's room for more. The Trivia subject for April will be "Memorial Day Trivia". Bonus points awarded for dressing in a costume related to the movie. A $25 Gift Certificate is awarded for 1st and a $15 Gift Certificate awarded for 2nd Place (good for food and non-alcoholic beverages only). We've been having a blast every month, so we hope to see you there!
If you come dressed in costume as a Memorial Day themed outfit you will get +10 bonus points.
VFW 392 EVENING WITH THE NORFOLK TIDES BASEBALL TEAM
Saturday, May 31st, Game Time 6:35 PM, at Harbor Park
From Steve Wilkins, Post 392 Events Coordinator
From Events Coordinator Steve Wilkins: Ok everyone, we all had such a great time at the game in April that I have already had a lot of people asking me about the next one. Well, here it is. The Norfolk Tides are hosting the Lehigh Valley (PA) Ironpigs (Pirates farm team). $45 for the buffet and seats for a Saturday night game on May 31st, so it would not be so hot out during the day. Cash App (SteveDawg73), Venmo, and Zelle still accepted, as well as cash. Need to know NLT 26 May. Catch me at the Post or message me here on Facebook.. ONLY PEOPLE THAT PAY ME WILL GET A GUARANTEED SEAT!!! - Steve (Click the flyer to open a pdf copy of it).
You can contact Steve to
obtain tickets and make payment at SteveDawg73 on Cash
App, or his phone number for Zelle: 757-416-2954. You
can find this event on our Facebook Page at
VFW Post
392 Evening with the Norfolk Tides | Facebook
Keep in mind that with the Norfolk Casino construction
going on, the main parking lot beside the AMTRAK station
is now closed. Be sure to allow yourself adequate time
to find parking or take the TIDE train to the ballpark
to avoid the congestion!
In conjunction with the City of Norfolk Government the Norfolk Tides have issued the following parking and transportation update for the 2025 season. For the full parking and transportation information, click here: https://atmilb.com/4iAQlMe
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