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American Legion convention dinner
The Fallon chapter of the American Legion is hosting the state convention. The American Legion is also presenting the 106th annual Department of Nevada convention family dinner on June 28 at the Fallon Convention Center. The guest speaker is Medal of Honor recipient Donald "Doc" Ballard, a Vietnam War veteran.
Cost is $40 per person. The event begins at 6 p.m. with a cocktail hour followed by a dinner buffet at 7 p.m. Tickets must be purchased before June 20. Pay at the American Legion Post, 90 N. Ada St., or mail to American Legion Post 16, Attn: Convention Committee, 90 N. Ada St., Fallon, NV 89406.
Patriots to Education
Nevada school districts are preparing to recruit for the 2025-26 school year. Whether you’re looking for a position now or planning ahead, opportunities are available in many roles.
Veterans, National Guard members, reservists, and their spouses usually possess the qualities that schools value in their team members. Take a look at Patriots to Education, patriotstoeducation-nv.org. The links within the website are to vacancies, the application process, and a direct contact for Partner Districts.
Senior Companion volunteers
The Senior Companion volunteers ages 55 and older provide basic social support to seniors older than 60.
The seniors who receive volunteer services generally live alone, need respite care, have limited access to outside resources, and lack social support. Volunteer services may include taking clients to medical appointments, grocery shopping, running errands, socializing or engaging in fun activities.
For qualifying volunteers, a small stipend is available; transportation reimbursement is provided for all volunteers. This program is sponsored by AmeriCorps Seniors and the State of Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division.
For information, contact Polly at polly@sisnv.org
Veterans’ assistance
• Veterans Crisis Line — The confidential crisis chat has three ways to obit help. The Veterans Crisis Line is 1-800-273-8255, press 1. Chat at Veterans CrisisLine.net or text to 838255.
• Adult health center — More to Life adult day health center is here to help families. For information go to www.adultdaycarereno.com or call 775-358-1988.
• Northern Nevada Wheelchair Program — The program serves Northern Nevada by recycling serviceable medical equipment and clothing. This program is supported by the American Legion, Community 4 Veterans, Disable American Veterans and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Call or text 760-500-0857 or email nnvwcp@gmail.com.
American Legion Post 16 trivia games
The American Legion Post 16 in Fallon hosts a trivia game every Wednesday night.
Registration begins at 7 p.m. and game starts at 7:30 p.m.
You do not have to be a member of the American Legion to attend.
Nevada Guard retiree monthly meetings
• The Nevada Air Guard’s monthly breakfast is on the second Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. at the Reno Elks Club.
• The Nevada Army Guard’s breakfast is on the second Monday of the month at 8 a.m. at the Carson City Elks Club on Nevada Street.
Remember there is no charge from the Elks for the breakfast.
Each meeting normally features a guest speaker. Guests are welcome.