American Ukrainian Veterans turkey raffle
American Ukrainian Veterans Association of Lackawanna County Thanksgiving turkey raffle, Nov. 22, 2-5 p.m., UKAVETS, 237 Railroad Ave., Scranton, featuring 15 rounds of turkeys, one ring of kielbasa with each turkey and 50/50 raffle. Light snacks provided; attendees are welcome to bring a dish to share. Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Thanksgiving turkey raffle. Local businesses, organizations and individuals interested in sponsoring or supporting the event are encouraged to call 570-237-6299.
Post 7069 Toys for Tots collection box
A Toys for Tots collection box is located in the lobby of Abington Memorial VFW Post 7069, 402 Winola Road, Clarks Summit. New, unwrapped toys may be dropped off daily after 3 p.m. Collection deadline is Dec. 15.
Post 4909 Christmas donation programs
Dupont VFW Post 4909 is a Toys for Tots drop-off point for new and unwrapped toys for age groups 0-18; Christmas presents for veterans at the VA and the Gino Merli Center. Gifts for men and women include all toiletries, clothing items (especially white socks), personal and recreational items (puzzle books, playing cards). A detailed list of all items the veterans need is at the Dupont VFW Post 4909; and donations of nonperishable food items for the Food Drive for the Homeless. The best donations are shelf-stable, nonperishable foods that are easy to prepare with minimal resources. Donations can be dropped off daily at the VFW post after 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and after noon Friday-Sunday. Monetary gifts are also accepted and appreciated. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 13.
Post 4909 Christmas parties set
Dupont VFW Post 4909 Home Association annual Christmas parties at the post home, Dec. 5, with entertainment by Sperazza Band and Dec. 12 with entertainment by Fabulous 45’s. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. for each party, with dinner served at 6, music from 7-10 and cash bar from 4:30-10 for mixed drinks, wine, beer, bottled water and soda, $30/person. Call Bob Lopata at 570-472-1152. Deadline for reservations is the Friday before each party. Tickets cannot be sold at the door. All PLCB regulations apply.
Fight4Vets Black Ops Friday
Fight4Vets will host a Black Ops Friday, Nov.27, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Roll Call, 701 Hudson Ave., Scranton. Includes free shooting for veterans, skill competition for $5 a chance, food from Coney Island Lunch, entertainment and raffle baskets. Ammunition provided for the competition; bring own weapon. Proceeds benefit Fight4Vets.
Fight4Vets Santa Dash
The ninth annual Minooka Santa Dash and Bar Crawl, Dec. 5. Starts at Diskin’s Saloon at 1:30 p.m. Wristbands for sale for $10 at all stops. Drink specials and light fare will be provided at all stops. Proceeds go to Fight4Vets.
Meetings
Post 3451: VFW Post 3451, Monday, 5 p.m., 606 Club, 606 Alder St., Scranton.
Post 6082: Shopa Davey VFW Post 6082, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., post home, 123 Electric St., Peckville.