VFW Post 1197 to Host Veterans Benefits Fair and Memorial Day Ceremony

Batavia, IL –  The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1197 is proud to announce two significant upcoming events aimed at honoring our veterans and providing essential resources.
 
Veterans Benefits Fair
When: May 2, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM  
Where: VFW Post 1197, 645 S. River St., Batavia, IL 60510
 
Join us for the Veterans Benefits Fair on May 2nd, where veterans and their families can access vital information and resources. With over 50 vendors, including representatives from the Veterans Administration, Veterans Assistance Commission, Social Security Administration, VA home loans, Nicor, and various veteran non-profit organizations and veteran-owned businesses, this fair will serve as a one-stop-shop for all veteran benefits. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak directly with experts, gather information, and ask questions about various programs and services available to them.
 
Memorial Day Ceremony
When: May 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM 
Where: VFW Post 1197, 645 S. River St., Batavia, IL 60510
 
On Memorial Day, we invite the community to join us for a solemn ceremony that honors the sacrifices of our fallen heroes. The program will include performances by the Batavia Community Band, a wreath-laying ceremony, a tribute to POW/MIA soldiers, the playing of taps, and a rifle salute. This event provides a meaningful way for the community to come together in remembrance and appreciation of those who served our country.
 
“We are dedicated to supporting our veterans and their families,” said Steve Hunter, Post Commander. “These events are a testament to our commitment to serving those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. We encourage all veterans and their families to attend and make the most of these opportunities.”
 
Both events are free and open to the public. We hope to see you there as we come together to celebrate and commemorate our veterans.
 
**For more information about these events, please contact: Steve Hunter at 630-640-6014 or submariner609@yahoo.com.**