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SUMMARY:P-2 REDEDICATION CEREMONY
DESCRIPTION:P-2 REDEDICATION CEREMONY\n\n\n\nFriday\, July 25th 11AMEntrance to Brunswick Landing\, site of the P-2\n\n\n\nThe historic NASB P-2 has had a makeover!  Join us\, as we mark this occasion made possible by hundreds of supporters\, the professionals at Moore Painting\, metal fabricator\, John Vandal\, and a few dedicated volunteers who turned a vision into reality. The dedication ceremony will feature speakers from the town Brunswick\, MRRA\, and the P-2 Rehabilitation Project. Following the dedication\, all are welcome to join us for lunch at Flight Deck Brewing. Flight Deck has generously offered to donate the value of all food and beverages sold during the luncheon to the Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum. There will be an opportunity during the lunch to meet and hear the stories from veterans who flew the P-2. For those interested\, the museum will be open for visitation. No RSVP required…come and enjoy the festivities!
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/p-2-rededication-ceremony
LOCATION:Entrance to Brunswick Landing\, site of the P-2
ORGANIZER;CN="Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum":MAILTO:info@bnamuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T170000
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SUMMARY:Dinner is on at Post 202 with VFW cooks again
DESCRIPTION:Greman Schnitzel/Chicken Cordon Blue
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/dinner-is-on-at-post-202-with-vfw-cooks-again-3
LOCATION:American Legion Post 202\, 79 Foreside Rd\,\, \, Topsham\, Maine\, 04086\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Post 2197":MAILTO:vfw2197maine@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T190000
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CREATED:20250618T221229Z
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SUMMARY:Dinner is on at Post 202 with VFW cooks again
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Pepper Streak/ Fried Shrimp
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/dinner-is-on-at-post-202-with-vfw-cooks-again-2
LOCATION:American Legion Post 202\, 79 Foreside Rd\,\, \, Topsham\, Maine\, 04086\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T190000
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SUMMARY:Dinner is on at Post 202 with VFW cooks again
DESCRIPTION:Pulled Pork/ Fried Haddock
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/dinner-is-on-at-post-202-with-vfw-cooks-again
LOCATION:American Legion Post 202\, 79 Foreside Rd\,\, \, Topsham\, Maine\, 04086\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250609T203833Z
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SUMMARY:Food Drive - Market Basket
DESCRIPTION:Food Drive at the Market Basket to help the local MCHPP (Mid-Coast Hunger Prevention) Program. Help collect a 1000 cans for the Hungry.  All Proceeds support MCHPP
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/food-drive-market-basket
LOCATION:Brunswick Market Basket\, 169 Topsham Fair Mall Rd\, Topsham\, Maine\, 04086-1819\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="VFW 2197 Topsham":MAILTO:vfwpost2197@gmail.om
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250609T204819Z
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SUMMARY:VFW Convention - Poland Springs Resort
DESCRIPTION:This years VFW Convention is held at the Poland Springs Resort. \n\n\n\nPre-Registration Rates – $ 7.00Registration at Door – $ 10.00 \n\n\n\nPatriotic Rally – On 20 June starting at 7pm. \n\n\n\nBarbeque – 21 June 12pm – 1pm $15 pp \n\n\n\nState Convention Banquet Tickets $45 pp \n\n\n\nFor More Information Visit https://vfwme.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp?pid=152409
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/vfw-convention-poland-springs-resort
LOCATION:Poland Springs Resort\, 640 Main St\, Poland Spring\, Maine\, 04274\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T190000
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CREATED:20250609T211007Z
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UID:5466-1750357800-1750359600@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Pre-Convention - Thursday Night Dinner
DESCRIPTION:All\, \n\n\n\nWe will be having a group dinner Thrusday June 19th before convention starts at 6:30 pm\, at Macs Grill in Auburn. The restaurant is 15 minutes from the hotel. If you plan to attend\, I need to know by June 9th in order to let the restaurant know. \n\n\n\nCarl LambertDepartment of Maine VFWAdjutant
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/pre-convention-thursday-night-dinner
LOCATION:Mac’s Grill\, 1052 Minot Ave\, Auburn\, Maine\, 04210-3746\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T163000
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CREATED:20250420T162505Z
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UID:5370-1750233600-1750264200@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Maine Military Community Network 13th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Maine Military Community Network 13th Annual Conference. Connect with Maine based resources\, full-day\, in-person program with keynote speakers and breakout sessions. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Augusta Civic Center. Registration to open the week of April 21.
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/maine-military-community-network-13th-annual-conference
LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Drive\, Augusta\, Maine\, 04330\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T150000
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CREATED:20250420T162101Z
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SUMMARY:Women Veteran Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:June 13 – Women Veteran Appreciation Day. 1:00 p.m. at the State House\, Hall of Flags. \n\n\n\nWomen Veteran Appreciation Day\n\n\n\nThe Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services\, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is proud to host our annual Women Veterans Appreciation Day on Friday\, June 13\, 2025\, at the Maine State House.This special event will honor the service and sacrifices of women veterans and feature inspiring speakers:Kristina Sabasteanski – Director of the Veteran’s Adaptive Sports & Training (VAST) Program and a U.S. Army VeteranChristy Gardner – Founder & President of Mission Working Dogs a U.S. Army Veteran Join us as we celebrate and recognize the incredible contributions of women who have served our country!Register online today: https://tinyurl.com/53d96y3w
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/5366
LOCATION:Maine State House\, 2 State House Station\, Augusta\, Maine\, 04333\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250505T171409Z
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SUMMARY:Post 2197 Normal Monthly Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Membership meeting
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/post-2197-normal-monthly-membership-meeting
LOCATION:American Legion Post 202\, 79 Foreside Rd\,\, \, Topsham\, Maine\, 04086\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="VFW 2197 Topsham":MAILTO:vfwpost2197@gmail.om
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250514T224517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T224542Z
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SUMMARY:Veterans and Community Connection Expo
DESCRIPTION:Veterans and Community Connection Expo\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 31 the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services are hosting our quarterly Veterans and Community Connections Expo at the Skowhegan Fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.This free family friendly event will feature music\, food trucks\, and other activities while providing the opportunity to learn about the incredible Federal\, State\, and local resources available to Service Members\, Veterans\, Survivors\, and their families.   During these events\, participants will have the opportunity to connect with mental health services\, engage with representatives who can assist in building important community ties\, and learn about safe-storage options aimed at preventing veteran suicide. 
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/veterans-and-community-connection-expo
LOCATION:Skowhegan Fairgrounds\, 33 Constitutional Ave\, Skowhegan\, Maine\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250514T225841Z
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UID:5415-1748246400-1748278800@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Cruise on the Songo River Queen II
DESCRIPTION:Memorial Day Cruise on the Songo River Queen II – The Naples Lions Club would like to invite you and your families on a one and a half hour Memorial Day cruise (private charter) to honor and pay tribute for your time served in the United States Military. Veterans or Active Duty Service men or women\, and their immediate family board for free. Please inquire in advance if additional guests are desired. Please bring an ID or documentation to show active or prior military involvement. We hope you will come and enjoy a leisurely cruise along beautiful Long Lake. Complimentary bag lunch\, snack\, and water will be provided. For more information: https://tinyurl.com/3s6sy3hd
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/memorial-day-cruise-on-the-songo-river-queen-ii
LOCATION:SONGO RIVER QUEEN II\, Route 302/The Causeway 841 Roosevelt Trail\, Naples\, Maine\, 04055\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250420T161742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T161809Z
UID:5360-1748160000-1748192400@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:14th Annual Miles for Mills Memorial Day Weekend Race
DESCRIPTION:14th Annual Miles for Mills Memorial Day Weekend Race. 5K walk/run or 10k. 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Starts at 200 Neptune Drive\, Brunswick. Please visit www.milesformills.org for more information.
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/14th-annual-miles-for-mills-memorial-day-weekend-race
LOCATION:Miles for Mills\, 200 Neptune Drive\, Brunswick\, Maine\, 04011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T190000
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CREATED:20250514T230733Z
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UID:5421-1747929600-1747940400@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Freedom on Tap Business Networking and Fundraising to benefit Veterans Inc.
DESCRIPTION:May 22 – Freedom on Tap Business Networking and Fundraising to benefit Veterans Inc. 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m at Shipyard Brewing in Portland. Tickets $15 in advance\, $20 at the door. Includes pizza bar and 1 free drink.
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/freedom-on-tap-business-networking-and-fundraising-to-benefit-veterans-inc
LOCATION:Shipyard Brewing Company\, 86 Newbury St.\, Portland\, Maine\, 04101-4219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250420T163925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T164032Z
UID:5373-1747810800-1747825200@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Breakfast and Coffee with a Veterans
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/breakfast-and-coffee-with-a-veterans
LOCATION:House in the Woods\, 217 Skunk Hill Rd\, Lee\, Maine\, 04455
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250424T225509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T225712Z
UID:5381-1747472400-1747497600@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Operation Buddy Poppy
DESCRIPTION:Operation Buddy Poppy will be conducted at Market Basket in Topsham\, Maine from 0900 or 9am to 1600 or 4pm.  We will be giving out HUGS\, Hand Shakes\, Hello’s and listen or give sea stories to all that are willing listen or give.
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/operation-buddy-poppy
LOCATION:Brunswick Market Basket\, 169 Topsham Fair Mall Rd\, Topsham\, Maine\, 04086-1819\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Post 2197":MAILTO:vfw2197maine@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250514T222844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T222848Z
UID:5404-1747382400-1747411200@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Veterans' Resiliency Symposium
DESCRIPTION:May 16th \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nVeterans’ Resiliency Symposium May 16th\n\n\n\nWhen: Friday\, May 16\, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Where: UMA Theatre & Gallery Register now: https://namimaine.org/…/veterans-resiliency-symposium…/Join NAMI Maine\, Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services\, and the University of Maine at Augusta for a powerful day of conversation\, healing\, and community — featuring keynote speaker Jim Chancellor\, panel discussions\, a film screening\, and more.Veterans attend for just $15 with code HalfOff. Lunch provided.CEU eligible!
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/veterans-resiliency-symposium
LOCATION:Maine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250505T170229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T170918Z
UID:5392-1746727200-1746730800@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Post 2197 Normal Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Normal Monthly Meeting
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/post-2197-normal-membership-meeting
LOCATION:American Legion Post 202\, 79 Foreside Rd\,\, \, Topsham\, Maine\, 04086\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="VFW 2197 Topsham":MAILTO:vfwpost2197@gmail.om
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T235959
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250312T184846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184940Z
UID:5286-1745798400-1748735999@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Wild Turkey Hunts
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in participating in an event reply by e-mail to info@pinegroveprogram.com . \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nMailing Address: Pine Grove Programs P.O. Box 162 Harmony\, ME 04942 \n\n\n\nPhysical Address: 823 Ridge Road\, Pleasant Ridge\, ME 04920 \n\n\n\nEmail: info@pinegroveprograms.org \n\n\n\nOur Phone Number: 207-672-9200
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/wild-turkey-hunts
LOCATION:Pine Grove Programs\, 823 Ridge Road\, Pleasant Ridge\, Maine\, 04920
ORGANIZER;CN="Pine Grove":MAILTO:info@pinegroveprograms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250420T161404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T161407Z
UID:5356-1745755200-1745773200@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Honor Flight Maine / Welcome Home Celebration. Maine Army National Guard
DESCRIPTION:Honor Flight Maine / Welcome Home Celebration. Maine Army National Guard hangar at 2:00 p.m. (doors open at 12:00 noon). 530 Maine Avenue\, Bangor.
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/honor-flight-maine-welcome-home-celebration-maine-army-national-guard
LOCATION:Maine Army National Guard hangar\, 530 Maine Avenue\, Bangor.\, Maine\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124234
CREATED:20250420T160858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T161054Z
UID:5350-1745481600-1745686800@vfw2197.com
SUMMARY:Disabled American Veterans (DAV) 50th Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:Disabled American Veterans (DAV) 50th Annual Convention. Grand Summit Hotel at Sunday River. 97 Summit Road\, Newry
URL:https://vfw2197.com/event/5350
LOCATION:Maine
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