Chairman's Update: 

Fellow Veterans and HOA Board Members, each year on the last Monday in May, the nation honors its service members who lost their lives in defense of the nation, and mourns with their families.  I would like to share the words of the Commandant of the US Marine Corps, General Eric M Smith, USMC who said it best in his Memorial Day message to the men and women serving in the Marine Corps. 

Memorial Day began in 1868 as a solemn tradition to decorate the graves of our Nation’s fallen.  It has since become

a national day of remembrance — an occasion to honor the legacy of those who gave their lives in defense of freedom.  Each year, we are privileged to reflect on their sacrifice and express our enduring gratitude to the heroes who fell in service to our country, and to the loved ones they left behind.  Their courage secured the freedoms we enjoy today, and their memory must never fade.  From our founding to the present day, Americans from every generation have answered the call to serve — risking all to protect our way of life.  We, as Marines, bear a special responsibility to remember the sacrifices of those who came before us.  The resting places of our fallen are hallowed ground, a reminder of the valor and devotion that define our Corps.  Though each fought with individual determination, they are forever united as a band of brothers and sisters — an elite company of warriors who upheld the highest traditions of honor, courage, and commitment.  On this Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women, across all generations, who made the ultimate sacrifice.  Their actions set the standard for selflessness and valor.  Let us take time to reflect on the courage of all who served — Marines, Sailors, Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians, and Coast Guardsmen — who gave their lives for the Nation.  

In accordance with Memorial Day flag protocol, the Creekside Community flag was placed at half-staff at sunrise this morning and will be closed-up at noon.

Lastly, many thanks to our Creekside Garden Club who each year faithfully plant red, white and blue flowers in the Veterans Tribute Garden (attached) and also a special thanks to ladies who lined the community entrance drive and Clubhouse circle with American flags.  It's all perfect!

We truly appreciate you, and say thank you! 

    -Brian-

Club Notices:

• • Please be careful not to "reply all" to emails unless it is necessary for everyone to know your response.  Thank you.

  • Thank you to all who responded to John's survey on club outings.  

  • Members Helping Members: Everyone can use a helping hand now and then and that includes tough military veterans.  To facilitate CVC member's ability to help each other, we have created space on this website where club members can request assistance from CVC (for themselves or others). The request will only be seen by Brian Schires who will ensure the request is acted on.  

  • Google Workspace:  Google Workspace is the official CVC business and communication platform. If you haven't registered, you will not be able to access some club information.  Contact Jeff or Brian for details, questions or to activate your account (jeffh or brians @creeksideveterans.club).

Events: 

• • Monthly Meeting: 18 June @ 1600 hours.

Call to Arms:  

• • Volunteers Needed! In 2025 there will be several opportunities to volunteer and we will need the support of every CVC member. Please consider volunteering for one or more of our efforts. 

In our thoughts and prayers:  Some of our fellow brothers and sisters and their family members are dealing with medical challenges. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers and consider requesting assistance through Members Helping Members below.