Support the Vilomah Veteran’s Community in New Boston, a tiny home initiative providing short-term housing for homeless veterans. Proceeds from the Veteran & Vendor Open House will help cover the costs to winterize and finish the community kitchen and bathrooms. The Vilomah Veteran’s Community provides short term housing for homeless veterans to assist with housing security and any issues keeping veterans homeless.
Veteran’s Advocate Amy Hess explains to WRMJ’s Terry James the meaning of Vilomah and the importance of the new Tiny Home Community.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, November 3, 2024
Time: 9 AM – 3 PM
Location: Benji’s Bayside, 203 Railroad St. (Sturgeon Bay Park), New Boston, Illinois
Activities and Features:
Chili Cook-Off: 9 AM – 3 PM, with a suggested donation of $5 per bowl and $3 per cup.
Vendor & Craft Tables: 9 AM – 3 PM
Bake Sale: 9 AM – 3 PM
50/50 Raffle: All day
Silent Auction: Pies, cookies, cakes, cupcakes, etc.
Free Kid’s Games: 9 AM – 3 PM
Purpose: The event is to support the Vilomah Veteran’s Community, a tiny home initiative providing short-term housing for homeless veterans. Proceeds will help cover the costs to winterize and finish the community kitchen and bathrooms.
About the Vilomah Veteran’s Community:
Located at 207 Railroad St., New Boston, Illinois.
Contains 4 tiny homes, each with essentials such as a bed, table, chair, refrigerator, microwave, and air conditioning.
Includes a community kitchen, bathrooms, gazebo, fire pit, and picnic tables.
Contact Information:
For details on vendor/crafter participation, the chili cook-off, or baked goods donations, contact Amy Hess at (309) 582-4153 or amyarmyveteran@gmail.com.