Red River Parish is home to many men and women who have served this country in the American Armed Forces. Therefore, whether you served in the US or overseas, during combat or peace time, Coushatta Veterans Service Organizations are hosting a Veteran’s Appreciation Day on Saturday May 17th. This is a free event to say “Thank you for your service” to all veterans of America’s armed services.
This event will be held in McLemore Hall of First Methodist Church on Front Street. The date is Saturday May 107h from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm.
There will be a light lunch served, and all veterans are invited to dine at no charge. Other guests will be asked to donate $10 to cover costs. Information about services available to veterans will be provided by various organizations that serve vets in Red River Parish. Topping off the day will be drawings for $100 in door prizes. There is no cost and you do not have to be present to win.
The Veteran’s Appreciation event is sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars Red River Memorial Post and Auxiliary 7287. In addition to the VFW, information tables will be manned by the Disable American Veterans, Congressman Mike Johnson’s office, the Red River Council on Aging, the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, and other local organizations.
Armed service veterans are invited to Veterans Appreciation Day at McLemore Hall of First Methodist Church on Front Street in Coushatta. The hours are 11:00 am until 1:00 pm on Saturday May 17th. Reservations are not required.
For more information, please call VFW Post 7287 at 318-932-6557