VFW Riders Group Chapter TX-19 - Benbrook, Texas

11/04/2026

Happy Wednesday, Chapter TX-19 family! 🏍️✨

It’s time for your District 21 mid-week check-in! We have an incredible lineup of upcoming events happening across our area as we roll into November.

Mark your calendars for these upcoming dates and remember—you are always welcome to join us for great food, cold drinks, and amazing fellowship!

🗓️ UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS

• 🥧 Now through Nov 7th: Support the Crowley Young Marines Baked Thanksgiving Pie Sales! Order Apple, Cherry, Pecan, or Pumpkin pies for $10. Money is due by Nov 7th, with pickup on Nov 24th at VFW 6872. Contact Gunny Jose at +1 (858) 900-4908.

• 🏍️ Saturday, November 7th (10:00 AM): VFW RG Chapter TX-19 Member Meeting right here at our home post, Benbrook VFW Post 10429! Let's get together and handle our chapter business.

• 🍲 Saturday, November 7th (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM): Head over to Peacocks Feed & Boutique (122 W. Water St., Weatherford, TX) for the CVMA TX 23-30 4th Annual Chili Cook-Off! Enjoy tastings, prize drawings, a silent auction, and a 50/50 raffle. All proceeds benefit the local Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association.

• 🎉 Saturday, November 7th (1:00 PM): Freedom Fest at Airport Cities VFW Post 10454 in Grapevine. Cash prizes for Co****le, Karaoke, and Pool, plus the Morelos Taqueria Food Truck!

• 🎉 Saturday, November 7th (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM): 2nd Annual Fall Festival at Riley Stephens Memorial VFW Post 7835 (3670 W US Hwy 377, Granbury). Car show, turkey shoot, bounce house, games, dunk tank, vendors, and music!

• 🎂 Tuesday, November 10th (6:00 PM - 11:30 PM): 251st Marine Corps Birthday Celebration at Riley Stephens Memorial VFW Post 7835 in Granbury. Features a pool tournament, karaoke, and brisket & pulled pork plates. Proceeds benefit the VFW Veterans Relief fund!

• 🍲 Wednesday, November 11th (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Hobo Day at VFW Post 4746 (224 Zion Hill Road, Weatherford). Bring an ingredient for the Hobo Stew potluck and join the crazy pool tournament where you can use anything but a pool stick (brooms, rakes, shovels)!

• 🇺🇸 Wednesday, November 11th (1:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Veterans Day Celebration right here at Benbrook Memorial Post 10429! Live music from Proud Country (1-3 PM) and Phetty Bhetty (3:30-6 PM), bounce houses, cotton candy, and free meals for Veterans.

• 🦅 Saturday, November 14th (09:00 AM): VFW District 21 District Meeting at Airport Cities VFW Post 10454 in Grapevine, TX. Commander's Call starts at 0900 hours. Come out for raffles, lunch, and Midwinter prep!

• 🍽️ Saturday, November 14th (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Veterans & Immediate Family Dinner over at Alvarado VFW Post 9299 (6732 U.S. Hwy 67, Alvarado, TX). Sponsored by Servant Souls RC and Alvarado VFW, this meal is free for veterans, with donations accepted for additional plates. Come out for a great meal and camaraderie!

• 🎤 Saturday, November 14th: Karaoke Night at Jacksboro VFW Post 8914 (220 Oakwood Ave). Come out and sing your heart out!

• 🐟 Saturday, November 21st (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM): Our monthly Auxiliary Fish Fry Dinner right here at Benbrook Memorial VFW Post 10429! Post opens at 4 PM ($15 per person / $25 all-you-can-eat).

• 🦃 Saturday, November 21st (11:45 AM): Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon at VFW Post 2399 in Mineral Wells. Traditional holiday meal served at noon until gone. Free and open to the public!

• 🎤 Saturday, December 12th: The December edition of Karaoke Night at Jacksboro VFW Post 8914 (220 Oakwood Ave).

• 🎄 Saturday, December 19th: National Wreaths Across America Day at Benbrook Cemetery. Let's help Benbrook Memorial Post 10429 honor our local heroes. You can sponsor a wreath today to be placed on a veteran's grave this December. Scan the QR code or visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/TX1453P to make an online donation!

🚀 LOOKING AHEAD TO 2027

• 🏨 January 14–17, 2027: VFW Texas Midwinter Conference over at the Omni Corpus Christi Hotel! Start finalizing your plans and preparing for this major state event.

• 🍔 🚨 POSTPONEMENT NOTICE: The Teufelshunde Detachment event at Avondale Haslet VFW Post 10374 has been rescheduled to January 30, 2027 at 6:00 PM. Same great $10 pulled pork sandwich plates and chips!

• 🏍️ March 20, 2027 (9:30 AM): The Second Annual Ride for the V Veteran Su***de Awareness & Prevention ride, organized by us at VFW RG TX-19! Hosted right here at Benbrook VFW Post 10429, featuring live music from the Proud Country Duo.

• 🏃‍♂️ May 29, 2027 (7:00 AM): The District 21 VFW Auxiliary Color Run 5K Run/Walk at Benbrook VFW Post 10429. Registration proceeds benefit VetStarts. Sign up today at Athlete360.com!

• 🗺️ November 4–7, 2027: 2027 VFW Southern Conference in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia! Mark your calendars early for this memorable getaway at the Colonial Williamsburg Resort (Williamsburg Lodge). The event will feature a golf tournament, historical tours, outlet shopping, and unique dining. Visit www.colonialwilliamsburg.org for details and military discount info as it approaches!

🍻 ONGOING WEEKLY DISTRICT SCHEDULES

• ☕ Every Saturday (9:00 AM): Coffee with the Vets at Nolan River Coffee Co. with VFW Post 12152.

• 🍻 Daily (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM): Happy Hour specials at The Steel Armadillo Bar & Grill inside VFW Post 8235. (Music Bingo Thursdays 7 PM / Karaoke Fridays 7 PM / Steak Night Saturdays 5 PM).

• 🎱 Every Friday: Friday Night Bingo at VFW Post 2399 (Doors 4:30 PM, Games 6 PM).

• 🍔 Every Friday: Burger Night here at Benbrook Post 10429 (Post opens 4 PM, Burgers 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM).

• 🏈 Every Sunday (12:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Football Potluck at VFW Post 7835. Plus, Dallas Cowboys game days all season long at Airport Cities VFW!

• 🗓️ VFW Post 6111 (Arlington) Weekdays: Pool/Poker Mon-Sun; Darts Tue-Thu; Friday Traditional Bingo (7 PM); Saturday Queen of Hearts (7 PM).

📥 Got more future flyers? Drop them in the comments below so we can keep spreading the word and supporting our District 21 family.

Ride safe, look out for one another, and let's have a fantastic November!

11/03/2026

🛠️ Pro-Tip Tuesday: The Art of Two-Up Riding 🏍️👥

We spend a lot of time talking about the skills of the person operating the motorcycle. But passenger skills matter just as much.

Whether you are riding with a loved one or a fellow veteran, two-up riding changes the entire dynamic of your machine.

A passenger doesn’t need to help steer the motorcycle or try to control the lean. What they do need to understand is how to remain relaxed, predictable, and move with the motorcycle rather than against it.

Sudden weight shifts, stiffening up in a corner, trying to sit upright while the bike leans, or moving unexpectedly can drastically affect what the rider feels through the handlebars.

Here are a few quick tips for a smooth two-up ride:

• Communicate First: Talk before the engine even starts. Agree on hand signals for stopping, adjusting, or needing a break.

• Establish Mount/Dismount Rules: Make sure your passenger knows to only get on or off after you give the clear signal and have a firm footing.

• Be Part of the Bike: Remind them that their job isn't to ride the motorcycle for you. It is to be a relaxed, predictable extension of it.

💬 Let’s hear from the chapter: What is your go-to tip or signal for riding two-up? Riders, what makes a great co-pilot for you? Drop your advice and drop a pic of you and your backpack in the comments below! Let's see those riding duos! 👇

A skilled passenger can make two-up riding a completely different, enjoyable experience. Look out for your co-pilots, practice clear communication, and keep it safe out there! 🤘

11/02/2026

💥 Motorcycle Monday: Forging the Bonds That Count 🏍️⚡

Let’s lock and load—it is time to hit the ground running and start this week off with a great start! As we roll fast into the end of the year, the holidays are quickly approaching, reminding us all that family time is a truly valuable commodity.

To a veteran, "family" means something a little different. It doesn’t require being related by blood. The bonds shared among brothers and sisters in arms, and across our riding community, were forged differently—built on shared sacrifice, trust, and looking out for the person riding next to you. No matter what your week throws at you, remember you've got a whole family standing right here with you.

🌤️ Rider & Weather Reminders:

• Watch the Skies: After yesterday's November rain, keep an eye out for lingering slick spots, wet leaves, or debris on the morning commute.

• Pack a Layer: The autumn chill is setting in across North Texas, so make sure your cool-weather gear is ready for those fluctuating morning and evening temperatures.

• Stay Alert: Keep your head on a swivel, watch out for distracted drivers starting their work week, and let's keep everybody on two wheels.

Let's make it an outstanding week, look out for one another, and stay safe out there on the asphalt! 🤘

11/01/2026

11/01/2026

The video from last night's Haunted House Fundraiser is officially live in our VFW Events album! 🎃👻

Take a look at the video to see some of the action, and if you have any clips or photos from last night, drop them in the comments below! 👇

11/01/2026

Catching up on adding photos to our VFW Events album! From showing up strong at the Run for the V on September 20th to wrapping things up on Halloween night, our Chapter has been staying busy.

Our Riders Group members absolutely love supporting our veteran community and having fun while doing it! 🏍️🇺🇸🎃

Check out the latest additions to this album, and feel free to tag yourself or drop your favorite photos from these events in the comments below! 👇

11/01/2026

Did someone remember to tell our internal military clocks that we were supposed to "fall back" last night?
Because waking up at 0400 feeling wide awake hit a little different this morning.

Happy Daylight Saving Time adjustment, Chapter TX-19 family! While the rest of the world is celebrating an "extra hour of sleep," most of us veterans just used it to lie awake staring at the ceiling, waiting for the coffee pot to brew, or realizing our internal alarm clock is permanently set to "Early Entry."

Here is your quick Sunday checklist as we adjust to the time shift:

• The Bikes: No, you can't use that extra hour to squeeze in a 2 AM ride without your neighbors noticing. But you can use the earlier sunset as an excuse to double-check your headlight, tail lights, and reflective gear.

• The Family: Be extra nice to your spouses, kids, and pets today. They are currently dealing with a veteran in the house who's been awake since before the sun, wandering when their sleep schedule will ever be "normal".

• The Dash: Friendly reminder to spend the next twenty minutes pressing random buttons on your motorcycle instrument cluster trying to figure out how to reset the digital clock. (Or, you can just do what most of us do and leave it wrong until spring).

Enjoy the extra hour today, stay safe on the roads, and let’s look out for each other as the evenings start getting darker a lot earlier.

11/01/2026

🏁 Slowdown Sunday: Recharging for the Road Ahead 🏍️🌅

As we wrap up an incredible weekend of riding amd Halloween festivities, Sunday is all about slowing things down, checking over the bikes, and enjoying some well-deserved downtime with family and friends. Take today to rest up, reflect on the miles behind us, and get ready for what’s coming down the road next.

☔ Sunday Weather Alert: If you are planning to get any riding in today, keep a close eye on the sky and radar. We have some rough weather moving in across our North Texas areas for November 1st, bringing a rising chance of showers and scattered thunderstorms later in the day. If you are heading out, pack your rain gear, expect some wet pavement, and stay alert out there!

Speaking of looking ahead, next weekend gives us a fantastic reason to get back out on two wheels!

First up, don't forget that our VFW RG TX-19 meeting is next Saturday at 1000 hours at VFW Post 10429. Make sure you're there to get the latest updates, talk shop, and enjoy the camaraderie before we roll out. (I've got this locked in on the calendar for us moving forward.)

After the meeting, we have the perfect destination to head toward! We want to send a huge shout-out to all our VFW Riders Group Chapter TX-19 brothers who dual-patch with our local Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association® chapter TX 23-30. We stand shoulder-to-shoulder in our shared mission of vets helping vets.

Next Saturday, CVMA® TX 23-30 is hosting their 4th Annual Chili Cook-Off for Veterans Day Weekend, making it the perfect destination for a group ride right after our meeting! All proceeds go directly toward helping local veterans in need.

🏆 UPCOMING EVENT DETAILS

• What: 4th Annual CVMA® TX 23-30 Chili Cook-Off
• When: Saturday, November 7th, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Where: Peacocks Feed & Boutique (122 W. Water St., Weatherford, TX)
• Fun & Prizes: Chili tastings, prize drawings, a silent auction, a 50/50 cash raffle, and big cash prizes for the best chili!

If you want to enter a chili team or lock down a vendor spot, reach out to them directly at [email protected] or call 817-771-1670.

Enjoy a peaceful, relaxing Slowdown Sunday, everyone. Take it easy today, look out for one another, and we will see you at the Post next Saturday! 🤘

10/31/2026

Here is a quick look at our riders and bikes out in Weatherford, TX, supporting the Homes For Our Troops Community Kickoff event for Army CPT Mark D. Little.

Nothing beats the sound of freedom and community support coming together for a severely injured post-9/11 Veteran. We are incredibly honored that T-Bone and the North TX Patriot Guard Riders reached out to let us be a part of this mission today.