Libertyville VFW Post 8741

A day that will live in infamy.

We will never forget 🇺🇸

Who’s ready for The Army Navy Game?

week is finally here!

Ladder Tower 461 at Friday's parade featuring a waving Santa in the basket.

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone here and deployed.

Our amazing The Libertyville Fire Department taking care of our community!

This is a bit long winded, But please read on:

Recently, LFD responded to a fire alarm at StoryPoint Libertyville. A dryer fire in an industrial dryer activated the alarm. The fire alarm system notified staff, the fire department, and occupants. Fire doors automatically closed when the alarm went off, limiting the spread of smoke. Staff responded and utilized working, nearby fire extinguishers to control the fire. Fire crews arrived to complete extinguishment, do overhaul and help with initial cleanup. A third layer of fire protection, the fire sprinkler system, was not even needed for this fire due to the early notification and quick response of their staff.

This is a win for fire prevention. The Fire Department requires businesses to maintain fire alarm systems (which includes the fire doors) and have working fire extinguishers throughout their building. This is why....

We like to share stories like this when these systems prevent major incidents and people do the right thing. Kudos to the staff at Story Point in Libertyville for acting quickly and stopping what could have led to a disaster.

Celebrating all of the nations Veterans today and remembering those we have lost.

Happy birthday to the US Marine Corps!

Great to see the Bears win too

Marines embrace young honorary Marine with cancer ‘as one of our own’ Although Jack Lowe was in pain, he remained standing during the ceremony, even raising his right hand from his walker to recite his oath.

Veteran’s Day Deals 2023: Where to get free food and discounts across Chicagoland Veterans Day is on Saturday, Nov. 11.

Joliet’s Cantigny VFW post continues to find new ways to serve veterans Oldest VFW post in Joliet formed in 1920

Everyone is invited to join us on Nov 18 from 12PM-3PM to celebrate Native American Heritage through song, dance, and cultural sharing!

Some Chicago history you might not know, and a delicious meal to boot.

All Veterans eat free this Veterans Day!!
We honor and thank our military heroes, past and present, by giving every Veteran and Active-Duty Military Personnel a FREE Supermeal on Veterans Day! Just identify yourself to a cashier or carhop at either Superdawg location on Saturday, Nov. 11, for a free Supersandwich and Large Soft Drink!

A special honor to our super Veteran, Maurie Berman! After he returned from WWII, he and his Flaurie opened up Superdawg Drive-In, and the rest is Chicago-style history!
Thank you all for your service!!

Please bring a new unwrapped toy, a non-perishable food item, a winter coat, a hat, a pair of gloves, winter clothing or just come by to support us and gather in friendship and freedom with first responsers, veteran's and fellow motorcycle and chill enthusiast's! 🤗 Semper Fi, This we'll Defend, to serve and protect and LEST we forget! 🪶 🙏 🚒 🚔 🇺🇸 ❤️ 💙 💚 🕊 😎 👍

Stop by Sunday, November 12th as local fire departments battle it out for whose chili reigns supreme!

Details: https://fb.me/e/4qHcArDn1

The Midwest Veterans Closet will be celebrating Veteran's Day with a Grocery Giveaway on Friday, Nov. 10, at their office at 2323 Green Bay Road in North Chicago.

Veterans are urged to drive up to the event, display their military, veteran or dependent information, then allow others to load the car for them.

For more information, please check the attached flyer.

Just a heads up if your water looks/tastes different. Reach out to the Village of Libertyville, Illinois if you have any questions or concerns.

Please be advised beginning at 8:00 AM on Tuesday November 7th the Village’s Lake Michigan drinking water supplier, Central Lake County Joint Action Water Agency (CLCJAWA), will temporarily disrupt their service to the Village due to a scheduled electrical system repair at their water treatment plant. During the planned service outage, the Village will utilize a combination of available excess storage and well water to maintain an adequate water supply for our customers. A slight taste and odor difference may be noticed when the well water is blended with the Lake Michigan water. The well water meets all IEPA standards for drinking water. We expect the service disruption from CLCJAWA to last approximately 8 to 12-hours and will post a follow-up notice when service has been restored.

Watch your driving, we’re getting back into the days where the bridge could be frozen while the road isn’t. Thanks for everything you do The Libertyville Fire Department

As the first snow falls in the area, a reminder to be cautious when driving on snow and ice covered roads, especially bridges and overpasses. Who's ready for spring already? Drive Safe....

Happy Halloween! Keep warm out there. ❄️🎃 👻 ❄️

District 4 Commander Kermit Morales and Joshua Harris VFW Post 2868 Commander Evamarie Duff joined 17 other vendors to participate in the Trunk or Treat event at the Illinois National Guard's North Riverside Armory in North Riverside, Illinois Oct. 29. Approximately 35 children participated in the event.

Lake County Veterans and Family Services Foundation has Wolves tickets for Nov 12.

Military Appreciation Night with the Wolves

The Chicago Wolves are excited to welcome the Lake County Veterans and Family Services Foundation to Military Appreciation Night!

This offer is open to all members, families, and friends of the LCVFSF.

Nov 12, 2023 3:00 PM CST

https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/LCVFSF1112

Please contact Rebecca with any questions at 847-832-1955.

Don’t forget the Marines that gave their lives in the Beirut Barracks Bombing (10/23/83)

Gurnee American Legion Post 771 and MOH recipient Allen J Lynch were honored today at the Chicago Bears game.

At today's NFL game Chicago Bears vs. Raiders, Medal of Honor recipient Allen J. Lynch (and Gurnee American Legion Post member) was honored on the field.

The I-94 overpass bridge on Grand Avenue in Gurnee is named in honor of him.

Heroes Haven Farm and the Midwest Veteran's Closet will be hosting their Military Families Pumpkin Fest on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. The event will be held at 1720 Green Bay Road - the FUTURE homes of the Midwest Veterans Closet.

Vets are encouraged to attend with their families to pick their pumpkins, eat a grilled lunch, and snack on cupcakes and apple cider. For more information, check out the attached flyer.

RecruitMilitary is having a big hiring event coming up. If you or a vet you know is looking have them check this event out.

Meet Your Next Employer Face to Face. Register Now! Network with military-friendly companies interested in hiring you.

Take some time to explore Ft Sheridan

Fort Sheridan Walk Through History http://www.LCFPD.org/calendar/fort-sheridan-walk-through-history-20231019

Happy birthday to the Navy

I always love learning about Alvin York. Thanks U.S. Army Center of Military History