{"id":1304,"date":"2017-05-31T19:33:30","date_gmt":"2017-05-31T23:33:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.post79zionsville.com\/?p=1304"},"modified":"2017-06-01T09:33:53","modified_gmt":"2017-06-01T13:33:53","slug":"june-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.post79zionsville.com\/?p=1304","title":{"rendered":"June 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

From Commander:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dear Members,<\/p>\n

Writing my portion of the newsletter on Memorial Day afternoon causes me to concentrate my thoughts on “What is Memorial Day”<\/p>\n

Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.<\/p>\n

This day brings to mind several famous quotes through the years;<\/p>\n

“The Patriots blood is the seed of freedoms tree.”<\/em> Thomas Campbell<\/p>\n

And from Joseph Rodman Drake;<\/p>\n

“And they for who their country die,
\nShall fill an honored grave,
\nFor Glory lights the soldiers tomb,
\nAnd beauty weeps the brave.”<\/em><\/p>\n

I would like to thank all members who participated in putting flags out at the many cemeteries and for the Memorial services today. Beautiful day to pay honor and respect to our fallen heroes.<\/p>\n

A special thank you to Ed Engledow for the live Taps at each cemetery.<\/p>\n

Thank you all for making #79 such a special American Legion Post.<\/p>\n

Thank you.
\nFor God and Country
\nBart Colvin
\nCommander<\/b><\/p>\n

Mission Statement:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service-members and veterans.<\/strong> <\/div>\n

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From Vice Commander:<\/strong><\/p>\n

May 52-Week Raffle Results<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Week<\/strong><\/td>\nDraw Date<\/strong><\/td>\nName<\/strong><\/td>\nTicket<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
18<\/td>\n5\/5\/17<\/td>\nLegion<\/td>\n402<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19<\/td>\n5\/12\/17<\/td>\nMark Barnes<\/td>\n806<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
20<\/td>\n5\/19\/17<\/td>\nLegion<\/td>\n404<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
21<\/td>\n5\/26\/17<\/td>\nMary\u00a0Buckler<\/td>\n747<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Congratulations to all the winners!<\/p>\n

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Want a chance hold the flag on the Colt’s field? Here is your chance!!<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"ColtsFlag2017\"<\/p>\n

God Bless,
\nTom Wothke
\n1st Vice Commander<\/p>\n

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From the Post Service Officer:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Honor Our Flag – Flag Day June, 14, 2017<\/p>\n

I AM YOUR FLAG<\/p>\n

I was born on June 14, 1777.
\nI am more than just cloth shaped into a design.
\nI am the refuge of the world’s oppressed people.
\nI am the silent sentinel of freedom.
\nI am the emblem of the greatest sovereign nation on earth.
\nI am the inspiration for which American Patriots
\ngave their lives and their fortunes.<\/p>\n

I have led your sons into battle from Valley Forge to the
\nsteaming treacherous jungles of Vietnam.
\nI walk in silence with each of your honored dead, to their
\nfinal resting place beneath silent white crosses, row upon row.
\nI have flown through peace and war, strife and prosperity,
\nAmidst is all, I have been respected.<\/p>\n

My red stripes – symbolize the blood spilled
\nin defense of this glorious nation.
\nMy white stripes – signify the burning tears
\nshed by Americans who have lost their sons.
\nMy blue field – is indicative of God’s Heaven under which I fly.
\nMy stars – clustered together, unify fifty states as one,
\nFor God and country.<\/p>\n

Honor me, respect me, defend me with your lives and fortunes.
\nNever let my enemies tear me down from my lofty position
\n– Lest I never return.
\nKeep alight the fires of patriotism.
\nStrive earnestly for the spirit of democracy.
\nWorship Eternal God and keep His commandment.
\nAnd I shall remain the bulwark of peace and freedom
\n– For all mankind<\/em><\/p>\n

Author – unknown <\/center><\/p>\n

At your service,
\nRick Baum<\/p>\n

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From Post Adjutant:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Minutes from Joint Meeting:<\/p>\n

May ’17 Meeting Minutes<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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From the Boy Scouts:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Zionsville Foodie Fridays returns on June 16th. The Scouts and Post thank those who came out and supported the May event. With the inaugural event under our belt, we look to grow the event. Please share information about the event to assist us in reaching a wider audience. We have four food trucks planned, serving pizza, French fries, BBQ, and yogurt. Events are also planned for the 3rd Friday in July, August and September.<\/p>\n

Check out the ZFF Facebook page to find the latest on the event.<\/a><\/p>\n

Information will also be available on the Legion website and Facebook page.<\/p>\n

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From the Club Manager:<\/strong><\/p>\n

June Events Calendar <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Dates to Remember:<\/p>\n

2nd – Legion Pizza Night 5-8pm
\n6th – SAL Meeting 6pm
\n9th – SAL Steak & Catfish Dinner 5-8pm
\n12th – Legion\/AUX meeting 7pm
\n14th – Flag Day
\n16th – Boy Scout Food Trucks & Full Open Kitchen at the Legion 5pm
\n17th – Post Everlasting 11am
\n17th – Benefit for Jeannie Mason – Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner, Raffles 5:30pm
\n17th – Tim Newman Band in Bar – 8pm
\n20th – ALR Burger\/Pork Chop Dinner 5:30-8pm
\n23rd – Karaoke in the Bar
\n27th – ALR Meeting 7pm<\/p>\n

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