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In Memory of CSM Lyle Wold

CMAC Member, Command Sergeant Major Lyle Wold passed away on Saturday, July 27th, 2024. Lyle’s wife shared “he passed away from a sudden illness that spread quickly.”

A Memorial Service with military honors will be held on Wednesday, August 21st, at 11:00 AM at Willamette National Cemetery, located at 11800 SE Mt. Scott Blvd, Portland. Lyle’s service will provide us an opportunity to pay our respects and remember the significant impact he had on our community.

A special note from Launie O’Leary:

Lyle was the acting Command Sergeant Major of the 104th Training Division under General Eldon Regua at Vancouver Barracks in Washington. He served as a vital link between the WWII Veterans and the current Veterans of the 104th, always bringing a helping hand and a smile to our reunions. His dedication and warm spirit will be greatly missed.-

Further details about the service will be shared as they become available.

Please keep Terri and Lyle’s family in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Community event – Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall to be Displayed at The Oregon Veterans’ Home – The Dalles July 22-24

The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs invites people to join them at Oregon Veterans’ Home – The Dalles (700 Veterans Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058) for the Opening Ceremony of the Oregon Memorial Traveling Wall on July 22 at 10:00 a.m.

Hear from Dr. Nakeia Council Daniels, Director of ODVA, Linda Adams, Board Chair of Veterans Care Centers of Oregon, and Steve Lawrence, former Mayor of The Dalles and Vietnam Veteran.

Those unable to make the opening ceremony will still have a chance to see the Memorial Wall as it will be open to the public from July 22 to July 24 until 5:00 p.m. each day. It also has the names of all the Oregonians KIA in conflicts since Vietnam To learn more about the event or for any questions, please call (541) 296-7190.

Community event – Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Annual Veteran Summit & Resource Fair

The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde invites all veterans to the 2024 Veteran Summit and Resource Fair taking place on July 12, 2024. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and the event ends by 4:00 p.m. The fair will take place at the Uyxat Powwow Ground in Grande Ronde (9600 S.W. Hebo Road)

Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Director Dr. Nakeia Council Daniels will deliver opening remarks at the Summit. Additionally, ODVA’s Tribal Veteran Coordinator will be present at the event, hosting an information booth. This booth will offer veterans a chance to gather information, ask questions, and engage in discussions about the potential benefits and services available to them.

All veterans are invited to join for a day of gathering, healing, and connection. Come learn about various benefits and resources. This year’s keynote speaker will be Abram Benally, a previous Ninja Warrior. Additionally, the 2024 Marcellus Norwest Powwow also begins that Friday night at 7 p.m. and goes throughout the weekend.

More information on the annual summit and benefits fair can be found here: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-confederated-tribes-of-grand-ronde-veteran-summit-resource-fair-tickets-924555128277.

Community event – S.A.L.T. Picnic

We are excited to announce that the annual S.A.L.T. picnic is back! The picnic will be held on Monday, July 22nd at the beautiful Lacamas Lake Lodge in Camas. At the S.A.L.T. picnic, your local law enforcement officials will serve a picnic lunch complete with chicken, potato salad, baked beans, rolls, fruit, cookies and ice cream!

This event is a beloved tradition where seniors and law enforcement officers can connect in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.  The last time we held the picnic was in 2019, so we are especially looking forward to this year’s event.  For those who may not be familiar with S.A.L.T., it stands for Seniors And Law Enforcement Together.  The program, which has been a vital part of our community for decades, brings together local law enforcement officers and senior citizens in a unique and engaging way.  The program aims to provide crime prevention education and reduce the fear of crime among seniors.  It also offers valuable information on health and wellness and fosters networking opportunities with agencies that serve older adults.  In addition to events like the picnic, S.A.L.T. hosts monthly seminars on topics such as scams, fall prevention, and dementia.

So, whether you have been a long time participant in the S.A.L.T. program or just hearing about it for the first time, we invite you to join us for this wonderful occasion.  It’s open to all seniors and caregivers in Clark County.  The picnic is free, but donations are graciously accepted.

For more info about SALT, visit https://clark.wa.gov/sheriff/seniorsand-law-enforcement-together.

 

Community event – Liberty Factory: A Look at the Kaiser Shipyards

The Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) welcomes author and maritime journalist, Peter Marsh, to the Speaker Series program with his presentation, “Liberty Factory: A Look at the Kaiser Shipyards,” on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 7:00 pm. This presentation will occur at the Clark County Historical Museum (1511 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.)

In this talk, Peter Marsh will describe the amazing history of Henry Kaiser’s WWII Oregon shipyards and their impact on the ports and populations of the lower Columbia River from 1940 to 1945.

Peter Marsh was born and raised in Greenwich in SE London–the home of 0 degrees longitude and GMT. He has lived in the USA for over 50 years and began building and sailing a 20’ micro cruiser in Portland in 1981. After sailing from Olympia to Glacier Bay and back twice in 1982 and 1988, he began reporting about yachts and commercial craft on the lower Columbia River for the Freshwater News boating paper. In the 1990s, he became acquainted with Larry Barber, the last marine editor of the Oregonian, who continued writing about the local baiting scene after he retired.

Barber had been the leading reporter covering WWII ship building in Portland, especially the achievements of Henry Kaiser’s three emergency shipyards. He reprised some of these stories for the boating paper, most notably the exploits of the Kaiser yard in St. Johns in North Portland that launched 334 Liberty ships in four years. He called the story “Liberty Ship Capital of the World,” and continued to recall the incredible exploits of Kaiser’s two Portland yards and the Vancouver yard, “the Escort Carrier Champions,” until he died in 1996.

Larry’s widow gave Peter her husband’s archives but it was another 20 years before he finally began to seriously study them with the goal of producing a book to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the war in 2020. This is the first book to review the region’s forgotten history of wartime shipbuilding, which employed over 180,000 people—30,000 of them women who were trained in a few weeks to become welders, machinists, electricians etc.

“Liberty Factory: A Look at the Kaiser Shipyards” is part of the CCHM’s ongoing Speaker Series, which features talks by local historians, authors, and experts on a variety of topics related to Clark County history.

The CCHM Speaker Series is presented by the Clark County Historic Preservation Commission. This month’s presentation is sponsored by the Building Industry Association. Admission to the presentation is $5 for the general public and free for CCHM members, veterans, and active-duty military personnel.

For more information about the Clark County Historical Museum or the Speaker Series, please contact us at outreach@cchmuseum.org, visit the museum’s website at cchmuseum.org, or call 360-993-5679.

Community event – Grant House 175th Birthday Party

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It’s time to celebrate the 175th birthday of the first home built on Officers Row with an afternoon open house and outdoor bash featuring musical entertainment, fun family activities, and cake, of course! Built in 1849, the house is named in honor of General Ulysses S. Grant, and careful restoration and preservation by The Historic Trust has been important to its reaching this exciting milestone.

Learn more about the home and its place in Vancouver history by browsing interpretive exhibits, and attend a history talk in the East Parlor (history talk times TBA). Free family activities are happening all afternoon, including lawn games, arts & crafts, and “Ants Ants Ants” will perform at 3pm. Enjoy a free birthday cupcake and refreshments – EVERYONE is invited to join in the celebration!

Also, Willful Wine at the Grant House will be open for business during the event, with seating and a full menu available for all ages.

Community event – Summer Fest

Join us for an evening of amazing bluegrass harmonies with Fadin’ by 9! Pulling from their various musical histories, from traditional bluegrass to more contemporary tunes, Fadin’ by 9’s music is sure to entertain. FREE event! Tasty food and drink available for purchase from Bribe My Belly and Hot to Trot Mobile Beverage Bar. Bring a picnic blanket and relax under the shade trees.

Community event – Vintage Car Show

A joint Event with the Vancouver Elks Lodge #823 and The Fort Vancouver/Rose City Car Club
9:00 AM Gate & Registration Opens
10:00 AM Car Show Starts
11:00 AM Outside Food & Drinks
1:30 PM Turn-in All Balloting
2:30 PM Award Trophies
Three Trophies Awarded!
Men’s Choice • Women’s Choice • People’s Choice
Pre-Registration
$15 per car by June 22, 2024
$20 per car at the gate
Mail check to: Fort Vancouver/Rose City Car Club
18213 NW 41st Ave
Ridgefield WA. 98642
For information & questions Please contact:
Frank Marini
PHone: 360-573-9179
EMAIL: fam36@comcast.net

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