American Veterans First is hosting a catered luncheon on Friday, March 31 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3500 Coffee Road in Modesto to discuss veteran benefits and how to address the issues dealing with the VA system. AVF staff is requesting interested guests to RSVP to 209-281-5170 by Friday, March 17.

Special guest Greg Holt, Deputy Director Constituent Services for Congressman Tom McClintock District 4, will be on hand to meet with veterans and guest speaker Ray Beck will share how he overcame adversities after his honorary discharge from the U.S. Army and where he is today.