August  2011 Newsletter

COMMANDER:

Hello again, I hope you are enjoying the summer.

The Post Color Guard looked great leading off the Robbinsdale Whiz Bang Days Parade my thanks to all who participated.

At our July Post meeting "TAPS" were played for member Charlie "Rainbow" Haagenson, Army, Korean era.

Saturday August 6th at 1pm it's the 2012 LEGION, AUXILIARY AND SAL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE PICNIC. Come on down and pay your dues and get your Early Bird Stamp.
There will be Bar Bingo, Horseshoes and Beanbag toss with food served at 5:30. You must have your 2012 dues paid to get your FREE meal. The menu will be CHARCOAL GRILLED BURGERS and BRATS (hot dogs available if you prefer) with homemade potato salad, calico beans, corn on the cob and Almsteads fresh baked buns. Guests can eat for $7.00, Kids $4.00. Please have your dues paid by 5pm so everyone can enjoy the food.

Friday August 12th from 6-8pm it's the LEGION CHARCOAL GRILLED STEAK DINNER with baked potato, mushrooms, dinner roll and SALAD BAR $10.00.

Saturday August 13th at 5pm the Post will be serving a CHARCOAL GRILLED BBQ RIB DINNER for a Fund raiser. The ribs alone will cover your plate, of course coleslaw, beans and cornbread will be served with them. This is a PREPAY event get your tickets from the bartender $12.00.

Sunday August 14th from 9-1pm it's the LEGION FAMILY STEAK AND EGG BREAKFAST with American fries, toast, juice and coffee $7.00.

On Sunday August 21st from 9-4pm it's the American Pride Classic Car Show. Proceeds go to POW/MIA causes FREE ADMISSION with Charcoal grilled Burgers and Brats, chips, soda pop and alcoholic beverages for sale. Donations accepted. The food will be available from 12-4pm. Please come down and enjoy the cars, food and company and help support our POW/MIA causes.

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.

Commander,
George Jansen

AUXILIARY:

Hello Everyone,
I hope your summer is being filled with picnics, good summer salads and catching up with friends.  It sure seems to go by faster every year! 
Soon our meetings will resume, but in the mean time, please check the calendar for up-coming events, daily food and drink specials and of course the steak and egg breakfast!  There is always something fun planned at the “Bird.” 
As always, God Bless our Troops and their families.
Peace
Auxiliary President
Jackie Miller

S.A.L.:

Greetings!
I hope everyone has survived the heat and is enjoying summer!  It’s hard to believe it is August already and Labor Day is right around the corner.  The Whiz Bang Days Parade was a success.  It was great that the 10th District Legion Commander, Stumpy and 10th District Commander of the Sons of The American Legion, Charlie Hemmer could join us.  A big thank you to all who joined us!  Also, a big thank you to the Robbinsdale American Legion for their hospitality serving those who marched with food and drinks.  A big thank you to Gambling for providing the candy!

Welcome new members:  Ryan Bernard, Shann Franz, Chris Hullett, Joel Gorres and the Legion 1st Vice Commander Mr. Larry Kallin as a duel member.  

The Membership Picnic will be held on Saturday August 6th.  You can pay your dues beginning at 12:00 p.m.  Regular dues are $20.00.   Duel membership and under 21 years of age are $10.00.  Food will be served, please check Commanders column for times.  There will be games for kids as well as adults.  Please join us, pay your dues and enjoy a free meal.  By paying your 2012 dues early you will also be invited to the Early Bird Dinner.  We’re striving for another “ALL TIME HIGH!”

Meetings will resume Wednesday September 7th at 6:30.  Come to the meeting with your ideas for another great year.   All members receive 2 free drinks for coming to the meeting.

Friday August 19th the SAL will be serving Pulled Pork sandwiches on a large corn dusted roll served with coleslaw and French fries also 8 pieces chicken wings plain or hot served with fries.  $6.00 served from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Come hungry!

For God and Country
SAL Commander
David (Chico) Jenkins

FIRST VICE COMMANDER:

I am an Air Force veteran from the Viet Nam war and I am your new 1st
Vice. Don't hold it against me that we did not have it too rough in the war. We all had different things to do to win the war or at least be successful in accomplishing our country's mission. I hope we all keep this in mind as we try to accomplish the mission of The American Legion. We need the Army and Marines and Navy and Coast Guard and my fellow Air force buddies. We sometimes need to put our personal agendas aside and through constant communication remain successful. Come to the post and introduce yourself and shake my hand. I will be working hard to maintain the membership and recruit new members. I will always need your ideas, involvement and constant help.

 I am always approachable. If you know any veterans or their families that need assistance let the Post know. You can call me anytime at 952-906-2132.  We want to thank Dave Ziegler for the many years he put in as 1st Vice Commander. We ended the 2011 year with 401 members. Not quite to our goal but a good effort. We need to do better this coming year.  Remember our Membership Picnic on August 6th. Come in and renew your membership if you have not already and get the "Early Bird" stamp and become eligible for a free meal at the post dinner. Bring your family and enjoy some great entertainment and food and maybe some good war stories. We will also be able to plasticize your card to keep nice and pretty.

You are why the Legion exists
1st Vice Commander
Larry Kallin

MANAGER:

EVERY THURSDAY TACOS & MARGARITAS   5:00-7:00 PM

BINGO Every Saturday in August at 1:00 PM
Food Service Available 12:30-5:00 PM
2-for-1 Drinks Monday thru Friday Time: 2:00-4:00 PM
Every Thursday in August-KARAOKE-By: Shooting Star Entertainment

Friday August 5th. Pork Chop Dinner 6-8 PM $8.00
Karaoke

Saturday, August 6th. Legion, Auxiliary & S.A.L. Picnic
Afternoon music by: David Carroll

Every MONDAY 6-8 PM $1.50 Burger $1.50 Fries 6-8 PM
or Special Burger & Fries $2.50
5-8 PM Buy [1] Tap Beer Get [1] Free

Friday August 12th Legion Charcoal Grilled Steak W/Baked Potato & Salad Bar 6-8 PM $10.00 
Music By: The Griswaldz

Sunday August 14th.  Steak & Egg Breakfast 9-1 PM $7.00

Friday August19th S.A.L. B.B.Q. Pulled Pork cooked to perfection, served with Cole Slaw and chips. Served 6-8 PM
Music-The Percolators

Sunday, August 21st American Pride Classic Car Show 9-4 PM
Food served 12-4 PM

Kitchen Open Monday Thru Friday For lunches 11:00-1:30 PM    
We offer homemade soups and tasty sandwiches along with many other Daily Specials. 

Come for lunch and bring a friend.
Manager,
Sharon

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