American Legion Family:
Lots of things happening at Post 136, so lets get started.
POW/MIA recognition day is Friday, Sept. 21. We will be holding the ceremony in honor of these hero’s at 7:00pm during the dinner hour. Department POW/MIA Chairman, Mike Shock, will be conducting the ceremony, with assistance from MSGT Frank Cook.
ALVA Tour (American Legion VA Tour) will be coming to Mulvane on Tuesday, Sept. 25, from 5:30 to 6:30PM. Dinner will be served and is free to all attending. This event is for members, family and friends that have or may have questions concerning VA benefits. There will be a VA representative to speak and answer questions. Spread the word. This is not just for Legion members, but for anyone with questions.
By-law changes were proposed at the meeting. Per the procedural changes approved last meeting, the by-law proposals were read at the Sept. meeting, and will be voted on at the Oct. meeting. Most of the changes are minor wording changes. They are too long to print here, so if you feel you need to know what they are, the next meeting is Oct.1.
Sale of Post Pool Tables was approved by the membership. For the past two years, we have averaged about $15/month on the pool tables. There has also been some conflict with members trying to watch TV and others wanting to listen to the jukebox. Finally, with the new wall nearing completion, it was felt having some round tables, with nice chairs and maybe another TV, would give us a nice lounge area for members. The jukebox speakers can be turned off in that area so TV can be watched.
We are offering for a short time, Post members a chance to purchase one or both tables. If you are interested, we will take sealed bids ($750 minimum). Turn your bid into the bar and be sure to have name and phone number on the envelope. Winner will have choice of tables. We have an outside offer for the tables, so if interested, you must put your bid in by Sept. 23.
Old Settlers went well this year. Ticket sales were up, however, not what was hoped for. Considering it rained on Sat., we did well. Thanks to those who stepped up and helped with the booth, post events, and parade. The Kansas Patriot Guard was honored this year. Dennis Scuff ham represented the post in accepting a check for $500 and a nice eagle trophy that is on display at the post.
Roof repairs should begin shortly. The days of watching the rain from inside the building are almost over. Once complete, the ceiling will be replaced. With these improvements, and the new lounge area, we are trying to give you a Post you can come to, relax, and be proud of. And we are not done yet. We have a commitment for a display case by end of Oct., a new shed will be built in back for Patriot Guard and ALR storage, and a gift of asphalt will allow us to repair some of the craters we are growing in the parking lot. More bar area improvements are also in the planning stages. Hope you can all come in and enjoy.
New Years Eve is still a ways off, but we have started making plans to make this years party a little more memorable. We have allotted a little money, and will be looking for matching funds, to allow a small but memorable ground display fireworks show at midnight. While everyone else watches a stupid ball at Times Square, we will count down to the lighting off of fireworks. Keep this one on the calendar.
Rick Johnson, post Historian has taken a job requiring extensive travel. He has agreed to continue working for us as historian but asking for some help. Since he will not be around that much to take pictures of the various events, he is asking we send pictures to him. His e-mail is: rjohnson191@cox.net
ALR/Patriot Guard News:
Many of your ALR were present at the Salute to Veterans and POW/MIA commemoration in Winter Park, CO, last month. This was a special time as we were honored to set up the traveling Vietnam memorial wall (and in record time), and had the special honor of listening to and being visited by Mike Thornton, Congressional Medal of Honor recipient. Your post was represented as always, by the finest rider veterans in the country.
Numerous funerals were attended by the Patriot Guard in the past month. While a mission we all wish was not necessary, it is a mission that will be maintained.
News from the Ladies Auxiliary:
Mark your calendars fro the Hoedown on Saturday, Sept. 29. The Auxiliary will be cooking up a delicious meal and serving from 5:30 to 7:30. This will be followed by a CAKEWALK. Just $10 for adults, $5 for children 10 and under, and free for children under 3. Come hungry and bring friends. The Mulvane DJ’s will be playing so be ready to dance.
Post Officer News:
Bill Foster, 1st Vice Commander/PR Officer, and BOG member, has rendered his resignation and I have regrettably accepted it. Personal reasons, which will not discussed, were the reason. I want to take a moment and thank Bill for his work and desire to benefit the Post and wish him nothing but the best.
I have appointed Bruce Simmons (2nd Vice Commander) to fill the 1st Vice position for the remainder of the term. In addition, if anyone is interested in filling the vacant position on the Board of Governors, please contact myself or Terry Knight. There are some by-law change proposals that may affect the BOG, so until we find a replacement, I will be the tie breaking vote for any BOG issues.
Again, thank you Bill.
Coming UP:
Sept. 26-BOG and E-Board Meeting 6pm
Oct 1-Legion and Auxiliary meeting: 7pm
Oct 14-SAL 2pm
Oct 14-ALR-3pm
Oct has Dept. Commander John Thomas’s homecoming on Oct 20, and of course we will be having a Halloween party again on the 27th.
Nov will have the Marines Toys for Tots all day on the 3rd.
Veterans Day Ceremonies with Post initiation
Thanksgiving Meal
Lots going on. Please join us.
Rick Babinger
Commander
Lots of things happening at Post 136, so lets get started.
POW/MIA recognition day is Friday, Sept. 21. We will be holding the ceremony in honor of these hero’s at 7:00pm during the dinner hour. Department POW/MIA Chairman, Mike Shock, will be conducting the ceremony, with assistance from MSGT Frank Cook.
ALVA Tour (American Legion VA Tour) will be coming to Mulvane on Tuesday, Sept. 25, from 5:30 to 6:30PM. Dinner will be served and is free to all attending. This event is for members, family and friends that have or may have questions concerning VA benefits. There will be a VA representative to speak and answer questions. Spread the word. This is not just for Legion members, but for anyone with questions.
By-law changes were proposed at the meeting. Per the procedural changes approved last meeting, the by-law proposals were read at the Sept. meeting, and will be voted on at the Oct. meeting. Most of the changes are minor wording changes. They are too long to print here, so if you feel you need to know what they are, the next meeting is Oct.1.
Sale of Post Pool Tables was approved by the membership. For the past two years, we have averaged about $15/month on the pool tables. There has also been some conflict with members trying to watch TV and others wanting to listen to the jukebox. Finally, with the new wall nearing completion, it was felt having some round tables, with nice chairs and maybe another TV, would give us a nice lounge area for members. The jukebox speakers can be turned off in that area so TV can be watched.
We are offering for a short time, Post members a chance to purchase one or both tables. If you are interested, we will take sealed bids ($750 minimum). Turn your bid into the bar and be sure to have name and phone number on the envelope. Winner will have choice of tables. We have an outside offer for the tables, so if interested, you must put your bid in by Sept. 23.
Old Settlers went well this year. Ticket sales were up, however, not what was hoped for. Considering it rained on Sat., we did well. Thanks to those who stepped up and helped with the booth, post events, and parade. The Kansas Patriot Guard was honored this year. Dennis Scuff ham represented the post in accepting a check for $500 and a nice eagle trophy that is on display at the post.
Roof repairs should begin shortly. The days of watching the rain from inside the building are almost over. Once complete, the ceiling will be replaced. With these improvements, and the new lounge area, we are trying to give you a Post you can come to, relax, and be proud of. And we are not done yet. We have a commitment for a display case by end of Oct., a new shed will be built in back for Patriot Guard and ALR storage, and a gift of asphalt will allow us to repair some of the craters we are growing in the parking lot. More bar area improvements are also in the planning stages. Hope you can all come in and enjoy.
New Years Eve is still a ways off, but we have started making plans to make this years party a little more memorable. We have allotted a little money, and will be looking for matching funds, to allow a small but memorable ground display fireworks show at midnight. While everyone else watches a stupid ball at Times Square, we will count down to the lighting off of fireworks. Keep this one on the calendar.
Rick Johnson, post Historian has taken a job requiring extensive travel. He has agreed to continue working for us as historian but asking for some help. Since he will not be around that much to take pictures of the various events, he is asking we send pictures to him. His e-mail is: rjohnson191@cox.net
ALR/Patriot Guard News:
Many of your ALR were present at the Salute to Veterans and POW/MIA commemoration in Winter Park, CO, last month. This was a special time as we were honored to set up the traveling Vietnam memorial wall (and in record time), and had the special honor of listening to and being visited by Mike Thornton, Congressional Medal of Honor recipient. Your post was represented as always, by the finest rider veterans in the country.
Numerous funerals were attended by the Patriot Guard in the past month. While a mission we all wish was not necessary, it is a mission that will be maintained.
News from the Ladies Auxiliary:
Mark your calendars fro the Hoedown on Saturday, Sept. 29. The Auxiliary will be cooking up a delicious meal and serving from 5:30 to 7:30. This will be followed by a CAKEWALK. Just $10 for adults, $5 for children 10 and under, and free for children under 3. Come hungry and bring friends. The Mulvane DJ’s will be playing so be ready to dance.
Post Officer News:
Bill Foster, 1st Vice Commander/PR Officer, and BOG member, has rendered his resignation and I have regrettably accepted it. Personal reasons, which will not discussed, were the reason. I want to take a moment and thank Bill for his work and desire to benefit the Post and wish him nothing but the best.
I have appointed Bruce Simmons (2nd Vice Commander) to fill the 1st Vice position for the remainder of the term. In addition, if anyone is interested in filling the vacant position on the Board of Governors, please contact myself or Terry Knight. There are some by-law change proposals that may affect the BOG, so until we find a replacement, I will be the tie breaking vote for any BOG issues.
Again, thank you Bill.
Coming UP:
Sept. 26-BOG and E-Board Meeting 6pm
Oct 1-Legion and Auxiliary meeting: 7pm
Oct 14-SAL 2pm
Oct 14-ALR-3pm
Oct has Dept. Commander John Thomas’s homecoming on Oct 20, and of course we will be having a Halloween party again on the 27th.
Nov will have the Marines Toys for Tots all day on the 3rd.
Veterans Day Ceremonies with Post initiation
Thanksgiving Meal
Lots going on. Please join us.
Rick Babinger
Commander
