June   2010 Newsletter

COMMANDER:
 
 
Hello again; at our May Post meeting all current Post officers except for Sgt at Arms were re-elected. Mike Hrdlicka is our new Sgt at Arms; he replaces Jim Vandemark who didn't wish to run for another term. Thanks Jim for a job well done. Your new At Large Executive Board members are Jon Prentice, Craig Hartman and Ken Griese. All Post and Executive positions are 1 year terms. Dick Wielander and Tom Davison were re-elected for 3 year terms on the Gambling Board, and Sandi Jacobs has agreed to remain as my Adjutant. My thanks to all of these comrades who continue putting their time and effort toward making this a great Post.
 
On a somber note Taps were played for Ernie Bird. He served in the Army during WW11, he was also a past Commander of this Post in 1959-1960 and a 66 year member of the American Legion. He was the brother of our Post's namesake. He will be missed.
 
June begins by remembering two of the most important actions of WW11, the Battle of Midway Island on June 3 (1942) considered the turning point of the war in the Pacific against Japan and D-Day June 6 (1944) when the allied landings at Normandy began the final push to defeat Germany.
 
On Friday June 11 from 6-8pm it's the LEGION CHARCOAL GRILLED STEAK DINNER with baked potato, mushrooms, dinner roll and SALAD BAR $9.00.
 
On Sunday June 13 from 9-1pm it's the LEGION FAMILY CHARCOAL GRILLED STEAK AND EGG BREAKFAST with American fries, toast, juice and coffee $6.00.
 
Monday June 14 is Flag Day, at 6pm our Ritual Team will hold a Flag Disposal Ceremony. Come on down and watch the show.
 
Looking ahead, Sunday July 11 is Whiz Bang Days in Robbinsdale. We will again be stepping off the Parade with our Color Guard. If you want to participate contact Tom Skalberg, Chico or myself.
 
Saturday August 7 is the Membership drive Picnic. Time to renew your dues for 2011 and get your Early Bird Stamp.
 
Saturday August 14 is the Annual CHESTERBIRD OPEN Golf tournament.
 
In closing lets not forget our Troops in harms way. They need our continued support. May the "FORCE" be with them.
 
Thank You for your support.
 
George Jansen, Commander
 
 

AUXILIARY:

Greetings:
As we wind down the 2009-2010 Auxiliary year, I would like to thank all of you. It is your participation that makes the Auxiliary happen!!
June/July is the Auxiliary’s turn to serve Taco Thursday’s. There is a sign up sheet on the Auxiliary bulletin board. Please sign up for a shift. Tacos are served from 5:00 – 7:00PM; two people are needed per shift.
We will not have Auxiliary meetings over the summer, meeting will resume September 14th.

Peace to all!
Auxiliary President,
Kerri Anderson

 
FIRST VICE COMMANDER:

Our total membership for the year is still growing! We are now up to 420!  Thanks to every one who has recruited a member, we really need them to become a part of our post and participate in serving our Troops and Veterans and their Families. The larger our membership, the more we can assist them, so lets keep it going.  We have so many programs to be proud about such as Legion Baseball, Boys State, Boy Scouts, and donations to all the organizations we support.

Please remember our veterans who have lost their lives when we honor them on Memorial Day. We must revitalize the meaning of this day in our youth and community. They gave their all for us so please take this Memorial Day to remember and Honor them.

God Bless our Troops and Their Families.

First Vice Commander,
Dave Ziegler

S.A.L.:

Elections were held and the results are as follows:
Commander – David Jenkins
1st Vice – Cary Hagstrom
2nd Vice – Mark Starbird
Finance Officer – Tom Skalberg
Sgt-at-Arms – Clifton Sumpter
Chaplain – Coach
Historian – Raivo Schwalbe
I’d like to thank all of my past year officers for making it a successful year and I look forward to another great year!

Installation was held on May 18th and once again the 40-8’s did a great job, a big thank you to Sharon for the lunch that followed.

My brother, Joe and I helped out at the 6th Annual Disabled Veterans Turkey Hunt on April 20th – 22nd at Camp Ripley.  The hunters bagged 15 birds. 

The S.A.L. will be conducting a raffle from now through June 19th.   First prize is a Sony 32” 720 LCD HDTV, second prize is a Wii System, third prize is a Blue Ray DVD, forth prize is $100.00 and fifth prize is $50.00.  Drawing will be held at the Golden Valley Fire Relief Association Street Dance just before the fire works begin.  I will be sending tickets to S.A.L. members to sell.  Non S.A.L. members can purchase your tickets from the bartenders or the pull tab sellers.

Friday June 18th we will be serving a BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich on a bun served with potato salad, coleslaw and chips.  $5.50   Served from 6:00 – 8:00.   Hope to see you there!

The S.A.L. does not meet in June, July or August.  The next meeting will be on September 1st.  Feel free to call me at 612-618-3330 if you need anything from the Sons.
Thank you and have a great summer!

For God and Country
S.A.L. Commander,
David (Chico) Jenkins

MANAGER:

EVERY THURSDAY TACOS & MARGARITAS   5-7:00 PM
Bar Bingo Every Saturday in June Starts at 1:00
Hot Dogs & Chips Available

Friday June 4th.   Spaghetti Dinner W/Salad & Garlic Bread   6-8 PM   $8.00

EVERY MONDAY 6-8 PM $1.00 Burger $1.00 Fries 6-8 PM
5-8 PM buy [1] Tap Beer Get [1] Free

Friday June 11th Legion Charcoal Grilled Steak or 8oz. Deep Fried Cod w/Salad Bar
6-8 PM $9.00
Music By: The Percolators

Sunday June 13th Steak & Egg Breakfast 9-1 PM $6.00

Friday June 18th S.A.L. Roast Loin Pork Dinner with stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, apple sauce and a dinner roll.  $8.00   Served 6:00– 8:00 PM
Music By: The Grisswolds

Friday June 25th   6-8 PM $8.00 8oz. Cod or Shrimp Dinner 6-8 PM $8.00

Kitchen Open Monday Thru Friday For lunches 11:00-1:30 PM 
We now offer Char-Broiled Burgers and More

We offer made from scratch soups and tasty sandwiches along with many other Daily Specials.

Legion Steak Fry Second Friday of Each Month
Steak & Egg Breakfast Second Sunday of Each Month---

We Look Forward To Seeing You
Manager,
Sharon

SERVICE OFFICER:

Don’t’ forget Whiz Bang Days in Robbinsdale, July11th. We meet at the Bird around 1:30 PM and head over to the staging area at 39th and Noel for a 3:00 PM start. As usual we will be the lead unit in the parade. We need convertibles, marchers for the color guard, rifle team, flag bearers, escorts and candy distributors. Good time lots of people, great exposure for the Post and reception after the parade at Westphal Legion. Please call me at 612-363-754 if you would like to participate.
Kudos to Squadron Commander David Jenkins and brother Joe for their participation in the annual disabled veterans Turkey Hunt at Fort Ripley. They get up a 1:00 AM each of the two mornings to cook for the participants. 39 Vets mostly in wheelchairs enjoyed the days.
Condolences to the family of Ernie Bird, who was a Past Commander of the Post.

Service Officer,
Tom Skalberg, P.C.

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