The LEGION LOG


September 2008

COMMANDERS MESSAGE:

With the Passing of Jay Cook a large void has been created in our Post. Not only did he serve as Service Officer, he was a member of our House Committee and a lunch and special functions cook. He also served as Editor of this publication. If you have any interest in serving as Editor of this publication please let me know. Jay will be missed, but I am sure that others will step forward to carry on in his place.

Please stop by the post or check our website for up to date information on activities. Many activities are scheduled through the summer and  fall. Hope to see you at some of them.

Thanks go out to you our members, the members of VFW at Post 7288 and Elks Charity Bingo players for providing over 280 pounds of pull-tabs for us to take to take to the State Convention in June. WELL DONE!

A District 9 meeting was held at our Post Home on August 9. Thanks go out to the members who attended and the Kitchen volunteers who provided a terrific luncheon.

At the State Convention we received several awards.  The one I am most proud of is an award for 7 years of membership greater than the previous year.  No other Post in the state achieved this.  That is a testimonial to you the members who have told their friends what a great organization the American Legion is. We ended our membership year with 626 members. Adjutant Loren Ruck informs me that we are well on the way to meeting our 2009 goal. If you have not sent your renewal in yet please do so

American Legion Department of North Carolina raffle ticke3ts have been mailed to your home. Should you or friends want additional tickets, they are available at the bar.  They are $10 each or 3 for $20 A great chance to win a new vehicle or some cash.   Last year all if the winners were American Legion Members.  Speaking of raffles, the S.A.L. raffle tickets will be in your home soon.  Just a dollar each and it is a great cause.

Now for my eternal cry for help.  I know we all have busy lives, but can’t you spare a couple of hours a month to deliver orders at lunch or cook fries and onion rings, clean the Post home, tend bar or just fix something that needs a little attention.  Our lunches are some of the best if not the best in town.  Lately we have come close to shutting down one or more days a week due to a shortage of staff.  The success of our Post hinges on volunteers. We could use just a little more help.

For God and Country
Nelson Anderson, Commander

AUXILLIARY PRESIDENTS MESSAGE: 

My thanks to everyone for your confidence in me and electing me president for a second term.  Please note the 2008-2009 auxiliary officers on the home page.

Susie Woodle and her husband, Milton installed the Post, Auxiliary and S.A.L. officers at a combined meeting on June 18.  Jane Mahncke, who was unable to attend the installation service, will be invested as Historian at our September meeting.

We have another busy year planned for the Auxiliary.  Our card party is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14 at Ryan’s. This is one of our top fundraisers.  Tickets will be available at the September auxiliary meeting on Monday, September 8 at 7:00 pm.  Please bring in any gifts you wish to donate that evening.  Also, you can bring any gift to the post during business hours and leave them in the Commanders office.
I will be chairing a roast pork loin Christmas Dinner prepared by Chef Carl Schwarz, at the Post Saturday December 13. Entertainment will be provided by Jimmy Z.

At the present time, lunch is being Monday through Friday. We can certainly use volunteers to help in the kitchen. Give me a call  843-249-7262  at the Post and give us the days you can be available. Incidentally this is a great way to meet people.

Thanks to everyone who helped with the poppies. The Veterans who benefit from this annual campaign are always most appreciative.  We will need a new poppy chairperson this year and this will be discussed at our September meeting.

National was not able to get the membership renewal notices out yet so please bring your dues to our meeting in September.  Virginia Fischer will have your new card available that evening upon payment.

I hope everyone had a great summer and didn’t get too much sun.

See you in September.

For God and Country

Sue Anderson, President

SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION COMMANDER’S MESSAGE:

This fall season is quickly coming upon us. That means at least two things for us in the S.A.L. First that 2009 membership fees are due. They can be dropped off at the post. Your new I.D. card will be mailed to you by adjutant/finance officer Hank Olson. Please remember we must have your dues before mailing your new card.

Secondly, information on our Holiday Fundraiser will be mailed in Early September. Last year’s fundraiser was extremely successful. This year’s drawing will be held on Thursday, November 20 at 7 pm. This year’s prizes include a $150 gift card to Food Lion plus $100 and $50 gift cards to local restaurants.

I would like to remind everyone that our meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 pm. I’d like to meet and talk to ever member as we can use some new and fresh ideas for future events and activities. Can I count on seeing you at our next meeting?

Please support the Calabash Post and, certainly, the veterans in our area. Ask them if they need help with an errand or chore. You will be surprised how good it makes you feel.

Don’t forget to check the Post’s website for upcoming events.

For God and Country

Jim Giroud, Commander Squadron 503