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November 21, 2022
 
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Wishing all our Mile Hi Veterans members a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday!

We are grateful and thankful for all of you. 
Because of you we are Mile Hi Strong!
Table of Content Links
 

MHV - Calendar

Important Dates:
11/21/22 - Jam Session - TODAY - 1PM - 3:30PM
12/8/2022 - Elections
12/16/2022 - Holiday Party
12/31/2022 - NYE Party
Week At A Glace
"Monday - Sunday"
 
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Access the MHV Monthly Calendar
by clicking on the link below:

https://www.milehiveterans.org/calendar
~ Jazz Jam Session ~
TODAY!

MHV Officer Elections
Dec. 8, 2022 6:30PM

Click on the Button below for information regarding the roles, terms, eligibility and duties of the MHV Executive Committee and our Board of Trustees.  Please consider running!
Officers Duties from the Bylaws
If you are unable to download the Officer Duties from the Bylaws contact
Linda Romero
lromero527@msn.com
303-204-5448

Volunteer Hours

Time's a wastin'
It is very important you enter your 2022 volunteer hours by midnight
December 31st
Do it today!
Win a Free

Regular or Mexican Hamburger!

 
To qualify, simply enter your Volunteer Hours prior to the last day of each month.  A drawing will be held at Mexican Hamburger Night,
the first Wednesday of each month. 
One name will be drawn, you need not be present to win, you can be a repeat winner, and use your winnings any Mexican or regular Hamburger Night!
So, as Uncle Sam
says,

We want you to enter your volunteers hours!!!
Log in Your Hours NOW!

Suggestions

Any suggestion to improve our Club?  We value your input! 
Please drop your idea(s) in the Suggestion Box!
We want to hear from YOU!
Thanks!
Suggestion Box

Commander's Notes

Mile Hi Veterans,
 
As you know, the December Meeting is coming up shortly; at this meeting we will vote for new officers for the Executive Board and the Board of Trustees. For those who are planning to run for office please submit your name to our Election Committee Chair, Alex Aguilar, alexaglr@aol.com.

Please consider running, new leadership brings a new prospective and ideas for our organization to grow.
Jake Fernandez MHV Commander

Veterans Affairs Committee

MHV Winter Clothing Drive for
Homeless Veterans

Through Nov. 30th

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The MHV Honor Guard
at the
University of Colorado Veterans Day Celebration
 
 
Commander Jake Fernandez, Joe Davalos, Al Muniz,
Frank Davila, Anthony Macias.


So proud of our Honor Guard!

If you are interested in signing up for the Honor Guard contact
Al Muniz at 303-902-1126
Paying It Forward
A Scooter for a Veteran
This electric scooter was given to my brother Ray, by the Order of the Purple Heart.  You may recall, my brother passed away recently. I contacted the organization who had given Ray the scooter to return it to them. They asked if I could find another Veteran to give it to and when he/she no longer needs it, that they pass it on to another Veteran. So, if anyone knows of a Veteran who can use it, please give me a call. The only stipulation is that it goes to a Veteran, and it will not be resold for a profit, and when it is no longer used, that it be passed on to another Veteran.

Al Muniz
303-902-1126
~ Not Alone ~
Dale and Isabel Nuanez, long time members and
former Commander and Women's Chair,
came across this treasure
and have donated it to the Mile Hi Veterans!


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Dale and Isabel,
thank you for your continued generosity!
MHV Wall of Fame!

If you would like to have your picture or
your relative’s picture placed on the wall,
please contact
Jose Aguayo (303-433-1825)


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Women's Division

Notes From Wanda

Greetings Mile Hi Veterans,
 
Mile Hi Veterans’ ELECTIONS for 2023 will be held at  the Membership meeting on December 8, 2022 at 6:30 PM.  Another great suggestion from the suggestion box!  Someone asked that we share the duties of the elected officers so that they could be informed in case they may want to run.  Enclosed in this issue of Que Pasa are the duties as written in our by-laws.  Please consider running for these positions. 

I will be running for Chairwoman for another term.

 
SAVE THE DATE! Holiday Celebration Happy Hour and pot luck on December 16, 2022.   If you would like to participate in the gift exchange, there is a sign up sheet and we will draw names on Wednesday, December 7th at Mexican Hamburger Night. Or, you can call 720-240-3545 to sign up.
 
The Women will be holding a Bake Sale during Mexican Hamburger Nights. The next one will be on December 7th.  
 
SAVE THE DATE!  New Year’s Eve--December 31, 2022.   The Music will be provided by Counterpoint.  Tickets will be $50 per person and will include dinner and a dance.  The committee has been meeting and we will have more information soon.  Tickets will go on sale on November 30th.
 
The December Women’s Division meeting will be held: 
Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 4:30 PM
The Membership meeting follows at 6:30 PM  Elections will be held at this meeting.

 
Happy Thanksgiving!  Mile Hi Veterans will be closed on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 so that we may all spend time with our families.
  
Mile Hi Veterans belongs to YOU! Be informed. Have a voice. Attend the meetings.
Veterans' Division--1st Saturday of each month----9:00 AM
Women's Division--2nd Thursday of each month---4:30 PM
Membership--------- 2nd Thursday of each month---6:30 PM
 
Mile Hi Veterans is a volunteer organization. Please volunteer.
 
Thank you for supporting Mile Hi Veterans’ activities.

Thank YOU for all that YOU do,
Wanda Mauro-Garcia
MHV Chairwoman

Bronco Games
Volunteer Schedule

Education Committee

The Education Committee Kitchen Crew
We had a very successful Bronco
“burgers, brats, and beer” tailgate event.
I want to thank all the volunteers for
giving their support toward this effort!

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Christine Lucero, Melody Ortega, Sheila Perez,
Isabel Nuanez,
Erica Luo, Desiree Ortega, Jona Lopez
~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Gracias!
BJ
Change for Education

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The Education Committee will be holding a “piggy bank coin collection” raffle
at our
December 8th General Membership Meeting.
Bring your piggy bank filled with coins and get a chance to win a gift basket! Must be present to win.
All money collected will go to support our scholarship fund.

MHV Century Club
 
It’s never too late to donate to the Century Club; donations can be made anytime of the year.

You can easily set up a monthly donation via the QR Code.
When using the QR Code, in the "Note Area" please indicate Century Club and include your name and phone number.

Or you can mail or drop off a check at 1717 Federal Blvd, Denver CO 80204.


Thank you!
BJ Brooks
720-333-4787
MHV Education Committee Chair


Finance Committee

Dear Mile Hi Veterans,
 
Mile Hi Veterans Services:
Good News!!  We have received the IRS Determination Letter we have been waiting for.  We completed and filed an IRS Form 1023 for Mile Hi Veterans Services to be a 501(c)3 on January 24, 2021.  MHVS now has a 501(c)3 public charity status.
 
The IRS has determined that Mile Hi Veterans Services is a Type I supporting organization under IRS Section 509(a)3.
 
Now we must study all the IRS rules and regulations that go with these designations to make sure we do not lose them or become in noncompliance. 
 
To the Finance Committee members who worked on this project; well done.  Let the Happy dance begin!💃
 
It is an honor to serve,
Dr. Ernestine Garcia, Chair 
Mile Hi Veterans Finance Committee💵  
720-933-3439

Membership

Our members are the heart and soul of the organization, your commitment to and for Veterans is the reason we do what we do.
  • Veterans:          $45 (Renewal - $30)
  • Non-Veterans:  $55 (Renewal - $40)
  • Youth:               $15 (Renewal - $15)
Mile Hi Veterans
1717 Federal Blvd
Denver CO 80204

Your participation in the organization is critical so that we can continue our mission. Any questions, call Chair Julie LeDoux - 303-587-2826, or Chair Louise Griego - 303-564-1719.
We Welcome Twelve
New Mile Hi Veteran Members! 
Yes, 12!
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A Note from our Treasurer

Hola!
I am back from vacation. 
 
Dues Renewal:
We have over 75 people who have joined or paid their 2023 dues! 🤩. We ended 2022 with over 225 members!!! 🥰

I will be at the hall on Wednesdays and Bronco games to receive your membership due renewals.  As a reminder, you can pay your dues in person, via mail (1717 Federal Blvd, Denver CO 80204) and the QR/PayPal Code (plus PayPal fees).  Let’s reach 300 members strong in 2023!  
 
The prices for renewal are as follows:
 
                           Veterans             Non-Veteran              Youth
Cash/Check         $30.00               $40.00                       $15.00
QR code               $31.40               $41.69                       $15.95
 
The new membership cards were delivered.  They are a bright orange color - Go Broncos!

 
Yearly requirements:
Our 2021 reports to the IRS (990) and Secretary of State (Charity Certification) have been filed and accepted. The 2022 reports are almost ready to be filed immediately after the close of 2022. I am anticipating no extensions in 2023!

Joelle Zamora-Clausen
MHV Treasurer

Effective immediately:
If you need a reimbursement, please complete the REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT Form.  The Treasurer will no longer accept receipts without the completed form.  For your convenience, I have put several copies of the form in the wire basket outside of the office or you may click the button below. 
Thank you,
Joelle Zamora-Clausen
Request for Reimbursement Form
In Kind Donation Forms
An in-kind donation is the transfer of any other type of asset. In-kind gifts are contributions of goods or services, other than cash grants. Examples of in-kind gifts include: goods like food for Hamburger Night or meetings, items for our Clothing Drives, Silent Auction items, for use by your organization or or for special event auctions.
 
In Kind Donation Form
Fees
  • Replacement key cards will be assessed a fee of $10.00
  • All return checks will be accessed a fee of $25.00

November Birthdays

The 4th Wednesday of the Month is
usually
🎂 Hamburger Birthday Night🍔
Since we will be closed Nov. 23rd
Come celebrate🎉 the birthdays🍰 of the
MHV members born in November on
Wednesday, November 30th!

 
 
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FUN
Activities at MHV


The Big Band Is Cancelled Tonight
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Come Listen to the
Bobby Vasquez'
Jazz Jam Session at 1PM!

~ It don't mean a thing if you ain't got that Zing! ~ Music 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Bar is open 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm ~~~ No Door Charge ~~~ Thank you! Dianne Nino

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Dear MHV Members,

We will be selling wreaths at Hamburger/Karaoke Nights and anytime the Club is open.  This is a fundraiser for our club. The cost for a wreath is $15 and $5 of that goes back to the club. Help us make this a successful fundraising event!  The deadline to turn in your order is November 25, 2022.

Thank you,

Isabel Nuanez
inuanez909@gmail.com
303-809-1068


Noticias De La Comunidad

      Free Admission for Korean War Veterans          
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Mark Schaefer, the gentleman who collected autographs of our Veterans for his “war books” at our Memories of Vietnam show in October, booked a theater to show the movie, DevotionAll Korean War Veterans will be admitted free. The movie is based on a true story that happened during the “forgotten war.”
It will be shown at:
AMC theater in Chapel Hills Mall in northern Colorado Springs. Friday, November 25 at 2:30 PM. Please spread the word and if you’re interested in attending, contact Mark at 719-205-0003 or mschae8125@yahoo.com
~ Tiyana Lopez  ~
Rest in Peace

 
Our hearts go out to our Member and Scholarship Recipient, Elaine Lopez, who lost her daughter Tiyana Lopez recently.  Tiyana is also BJ Brooks' great-niece.  A Go-Fund-Me account has been set up by Tiyanna's sister,  Aleah, to assist the family with funeral expenses.
"Even a small donation would help and if you can't make a donation, it wold be great if you could share the fundraiser to help spread the word. Thanks for taking a look."    


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Tiyanna's Go Fund Me
~ Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family ~
Saturday, December 3rd -  1:00 PM

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Please consider putting the student ensemble concert on your calendar and join us at the King Concert Hall on the Auraria Campus. Meet the new ensemble director - Dr. Phil Ficsor and see the wonderful work of the Colorado Youth Mariachi Program ensemble.

Thank you,
Dr. Lorenzo Trujillo
(Dr. Lorenzo Trujillo is the Director of the Mariachi Program and Professor, as well as, a Mile Hi Veterans Member!)
Join the discussion with our MHV Parliamentarian
the

Honorable Polly Baca
and other amazingly distinguished women!
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CO Gives Event

Over, Under, Around & Through

Monday, Dec 5th, 5:30 pm

at the

Ritchie School of Engineering & Computer Science

Rotunda Room

2155 E Wesley Avenue

Engineering & Computer Science Bldg. 510

Denver, CO 80210

The Colorado Women's Hall of Fame is proud to present "Over, Under, Around and Through: How Hall of Famers Surmount Obstacles" based on the book of the same name written by CWHF inductees Jill S. Tietjen, PE and Ellie Greenberg, EdD! Joining Jill for a panel discussion this evening will be fellow inductees Polly Baca, Rosalind "Bee" Harris, Dottie Lamm and Patricia Gabow, MD.

We hope you will join us for an evening of uplifting stories recounted by and about the women in the Colorado Women's Hall of Fame!

Over, Under, Around & Through is a FREE public event however space is limited and registration may close early.

RSVP - Free Tickets
Polly Bacs's State of Inspiration
Christmas Camp
Free Tickets
November 17 - December 4th
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Please be sure you can attend on the day and time of the event of your reserved tickets
as tickets are taken from the ticket cart for others.
Reserve Your Tickets
Enclosed is the important information provided Joe Davalos:

HOW TO FIND YOUR LEGISLATOR
 
State Legislators:  Senate & House
 www.leg.colorado.gov/legislators


Federal Legislators - US Congressional Representative
https://www.house.gov/representatives


US Senators
www.senate.gov/senators


*CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER
  www.denvergov.org


* If you do not live in Denver there is probably a similar process for the city where you live.

COVID-19 INFORMATION

There will be a Flu Vaccine and Covid Booster Clinic

Sunday December 4, 2022
9am - 3pm

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
1209 W 36th Ave
Denver 80211

 
 
A Vaccine/Flu Shot finder all over Colorado:
 
 
Jefferson County Public Health
is still giving vaccines, flu shots and boosters.   
All different dates and times every week in different locations. 
Here is a link: 
https://www.jeffco.us/4247/JCPH-COVID-19-Vaccination-Clinics  

Get free at-⁠home COVID-⁠19 tests

This program is not currently accepting orders for free at-home COVID-19 tests.

For more information, including on other free COVID-19 testing options, please visit COVID.gov/tests.

Extended Expiration Dates: The FDA has more details about at-home tests, including extended shelf life and updated expiration dates: Authorized At-Home Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests.

Test ordering through this program has been suspended effective September 2, 2022.

How to find for the latest on the expiration dates for COVID19 test kits, be sure check the FDA's website:


https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/coronavirus-covid-19-and-medical-devices/home-otc-covid-19-diagnostic-tests
 

Mile Hi Veterans is a Veterans' organization with a focus on Veterans' issues, education, community, and civil rights. As an organization we provide many different services to our Veteran community. Some of the Mile Hi Veterans' goals and objectives are to:
· Protect the rights of all veterans and their families.
· Provide support for Veteran's and their families.
· Secure funds and provide scholarships for Veterans and Hispanic youth.
· Provide support for issues that affect Hispanic families.
· Support community issues.
The purpose of Mile Hi Veterans shall be to further the patriotic, historical, and educational interests of veterans, their families, and the community of the Denver Metropolitan Area.
Click the link below and "like" our MHV Facebook Page which includes our latest news, events, and photos!
 
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