Newsletter
August 2021

In this issue:
  • New book - YOUR family story wanted!
  • Mystery and history of local sandstone rocks
  • Upcoming dates to remember
  • Phase III beginning for obelisk at LV Veterans Memorial
  • Commemorative coin now available
In celebration of our 20 Year Anniversary in 2022, we will publish a book, "Lavernia Legacies, the Family History Edition" to record the families who LIVE AND HAVE LIVED in our area. YOUR family story and photos are needed. All families are welcome to be included - whether you have lived here for generations or have just moved here! There are small fees for the page spaces but all participants will receive a free copy of the book. SPONSOR ads are welcome, too, so businesses or organizations may also be included.

Please visit our website for all the details.

You don't have to write a ton of info to be included! Maybe you only want to provide are a few names and that's OKAY!

Please see the SAMPLE PAGES on our website.
We ask that at least ONE PERSON in your story lives or has lived in La Vernia.
Remember - your submitted info can be as little as one photo or up to 3 photos! Your "story" can be family name only OR up to 400 words (depending on the size ad you want).

Please TELL YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY about this book. The more people who are included, the better!!

The DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 30, 2021 so don't delay!
Phase III of the La Vernia Veterans Memorial will be the 21' center obelisk

The deadline to have your Veteran's name inscribed on the wall in time for Veterans Day is Oct. 12.
The final phase of the La Vernia Veterans Memorial will include a center obelisk with the U.S. Flag beautifully etched at the top. The purchase of bricks and benches will help us reach the goal of $80,000. We are only $40,000 away! Donate here.

Bricks along the Patriot's Pathway are $60 and $260 and can include personalization for not only Veterans but anniversaries, birthdays, loved ones, organizations, businesses.

Benches are $2,500 for each side including the name of your Veteran. Inscriptions on the wall are not part of the fundraising efforts.

Your Veterans can be honored on the walls of this monument. See LaVerniaHistory.com for details.
Commemorative Coin Available - $20
This beautiful commemorative coin can be ordered on our website for $20. All proceeds benefit the La Vernia Veterans Memorial.

Thank you!
What a great question!
What is the mystery and history of those sandstone rocks used as building materials around early
La Vernia, Stockdale, and Sutherland Springs?
Recently we learned the answer to this question which was raised by Tambria Read, Chairman of the Sutherland Springs Historical Museum. The answer will surprise you! Read the answer from our Director and local Historian, Allen Kosub and his wife, Regina -- on our website!
Dates to Remember in 2021

September 7 - Next LVHA meeting in the GVEC Community Room at 7pm. Please check our website and Facebook pages for updates because it's always possible that we have to cancel this meeting due to COVID.

October 12 - Deadline for applications for Veterans' inscriptions on the La Vernia Veterans Memorial to be ready by Veterans Day. Get applications for inscriptions, bricks, or benches here.

November 11 - Veterans Day ceremony at the La Vernia Veterans Memorial in the La Vernia City Park, 11am, weather (and COVID-19) permitting. Music by the County Line Community Band! Bring your own chairs, please.

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