VFW Post 5082

10/03/2026

🇺🇸 OCTOBER IS HERE — THE DEADLINE IS APPROACHING! 🇺🇸

🎓 VFW POST 5082 — LODI, NJ
is reminding students that there is LESS THAN ONE MONTH LEFT to enter the 2026–2027 Voice of Democracy & Patriot’s Pen Essay Contests!

⏰🔥 DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2026 🔥⏰

Don’t wait until the last minute — NOW is the time to get your entry started!

📝 THIS YEAR’S THEME:

“What a Veteran Taught Me About America”

🎙️ VOICE OF DEMOCRACY
📚 Grades 9–12
🎧 Write and record an original patriotic audio essay.

✍️ PATRIOT’S PEN
📚 Grades 6–8
📝 Write an essay sharing your thoughts on this year’s theme.

🏆 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
Voice of Democracy national first place: $35,000 scholarship
Patriot’s Pen national first place: $5,000

🚨 OCTOBER 31ST IS THE DEADLINE! 🚨
📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026

🇺🇸 Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your perspective matters.

Take this opportunity to reflect on what a veteran has taught you about America and share your thoughts.

📍 VFW Post 5082
163 Union St., Lodi, NJ

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10/02/2026

🇺🇸 OCTOBER IS HERE — THE DEADLINE IS APPROACHING! 🇺🇸

🎓 VFW POST 5082 — LODI, NJ
is reminding students that there is ONLY ONE MONTH LEFT to enter the 2026–2027 Voice of Democracy & Patriot’s Pen Essay Contests!

⏰🔥 DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2026 🔥⏰

Don’t wait until the last minute — NOW is the time to get your entry started!

📝 THIS YEAR’S THEME:

“What a Veteran Taught Me About America”

🎙️ VOICE OF DEMOCRACY
📚 Grades 9–12
🎧 Write and record an original patriotic audio essay.

✍️ PATRIOT’S PEN
📚 Grades 6–8
📝 Write an essay sharing your thoughts on this year’s theme.

🏆 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
Voice of Democracy national first place: $35,000 scholarship
Patriot’s Pen national first place: $5,000

🚨 OCTOBER 31ST IS THE DEADLINE! 🚨
📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026

🇺🇸 Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your perspective matters.

Take this opportunity to reflect on what a veteran has taught you about America and share your thoughts.

📍 VFW Post 5082
163 Union St., Lodi, NJ

📢 SHARE THIS POST!
Help us spread the word to students, parents, teachers, and schools throughout our community.

09/16/2026

🇺🇸 LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD! 🇺🇸

🎓 VFW POST 5082 — LODI, NJ
is proud to host the 2026–2027 Voice of Democracy & Patriot’s Pen Essay Contests!

📝 THIS YEAR’S THEME:
“What a Veteran Taught Me About America”

🎙️ VOICE OF DEMOCRACY
📚 Open to students in Grades 9–12
🎧 Students write and record an original patriotic audio essay.
🏆 The national first-place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship!

✍️ PATRIOT’S PEN
📚 Open to students in Grades 6–8
📝 Students write an essay expressing their thoughts on this year’s patriotic theme.
🏆 The national first-place winner receives $5,000!

⏰ DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2026
All entries must be submitted to a participating VFW Post by midnight on October 31st.

🇺🇸 Share your voice. Honor our veterans. Inspire America’s future.

📍 VFW Post 5082
163 Union St., Lodi, NJ

Don’t miss your opportunity to participate!
Talk to your teacher, school counselor, or contact VFW Post 5082 for information on how to enter.

08/29/2026

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States has announced the details of its 2026-2027 Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen audio essay competitions!

This year’s shared theme is “What a Veteran Taught Me About America”

Voice of Democracy contest is for students in grades 9-12. With a top prize from the National VFW to the first-place winner receiving a $35,000 scholarship.

Patriot’s Pen contest is for students in grades 6-8. With a top prize from the National VFW to the first-place winner receiving a $5,000 scholarship

Both contests receive awards and prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners at each of level. (Post, District, State and National)

Entries are due to VFW Post 5082 no later than October 31, 2026. Contact VFW Post 5082 or Scan the QR Code on the Flyer for more information!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸

Today we proudly celebrate 250 years of freedom, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of the United States of America.

As we gather with family and friends this Fourth of July, we honor the brave generations of service members who have defended our freedoms ever since.

On behalf of everyone at VFW Post 5082, we wish our community a safe, happy, and patriotic Independence Day as we celebrate America's Semiquincentennial and reflect on the values that unite us as a nation.

May we never forget the sacrifices made for liberty and may we continue to uphold the ideals that make our country strong.

🎆 Happy 4th of July and Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🎆

06/27/2026

🎉 Looking for the perfect venue for your next event? 🎉
The hall at VFW Post 5082 is available for rent and ready to host your special occasion!
📍 Conveniently located at 163 Union Street in Lodi, our spacious hall can accommodate up to 100 guests and is perfect for:
🎂 Birthday Parties
💍 Wedding Receptions
🍼 Baby Showers
👰 Bridal Showers
🎓 Graduation Parties
🎉 Anniversaries
🥳 Family Gatherings
✨ And so much more!
Our affordable and versatile venue provides the ideal setting to make your event memorable while supporting local veterans in your community.
📞 For pricing, availability, and booking information, contact Jesse, Hall Manager, at 862-239-5191 today!
📅 Dates fill up quickly — reserve your event now!

06/23/2026

🇺🇸 JOIN VFW POST 5082 – LODI, NJ 🇺🇸
Veterans Serving Veterans
Are you looking to reconnect with fellow veterans, continue serving your community, and preserve the legacy of those who served before us? Become part of something bigger by joining VFW Post 5082!
✅ Camaraderie and lifelong friendships
✅ Support for veterans and their families
✅ Community service opportunities
✅ Advocacy for veterans' benefits and issues
✅ Social events and activities throughout the year
✅ A chance to continue making a difference
Whether you recently separated from the military or have been out for years, there's a place for you at VFW Post 5082.
📍 VFW Post 5082
163 Union Street
Lodi, NJ 07644
🇺🇸 Your service didn't end when you took off the uniform. Continue the mission with us.
Interested in joining? Send us a message or stop by the Post to learn more!
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06/21/2026

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06/21/2026

06/14/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Flag Day from VFW Post 5082 🇺🇸

Today, we proudly honor the Stars and Stripes — the enduring symbol of our nation's freedom, unity, and the sacrifices made by generations of Americans who have defended it.
On this Flag Day, we remember the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country, and we celebrate the values that our flag represents: liberty, justice, and hope for all.
May Old Glory continue to fly high as a reminder of the courage and patriotism that unite us as Americans.

❤️🤍💙 From all of us at VFW Post 5082, we wish everyone a meaningful and patriotic Flag Day.

"Honor the Flag. Honor Our Veterans. Honor America."

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