From the Commander: 

The month of June continued to be busy for the Post.  Monday and Friday night horseshoes, Friday night suppers with great turnouts, the Flag Regirement Ceremony with the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts, The Tuesday afternoon lunches, and the ever popular 3 Card Challenge on Sunday afternoons.

Also for the month of June, The American Legion Department of Maine State Convention was held in Bangor on June 18th, 19th, and th 20th.  New Department officers were elected with Dan Ayotte being elected as Department Commander for the upcoming year.  On June 27th, the Post hosted its first Blue Star Banner ceremony to honor local military families and service members.  The Town of Topsham presented a proclamation designating June 27th, 2010 as Topsham Blue Star Salute Day.  The Post was also presented a Legislative Sentiment from Maine State Senator Seth Goodall, representing the 124th Maine State Legislature, as being "recognized for its outstanding efforts in supporting those serving in the Armed Forces of the United States through the American Legion Blue Star Program".  Thank you to all who made this possible.

Membership maintains the Post - participation makes the Post successful.

Teamwork is a key to success.  Working together we can achieve extraordinary success.

Yours In Service

Bill Lary

From the 1st Vice Commander :  

Again, thanks for all the volunteer help on Post projects, grounds maintenance and special events.  I would like to remind members and their guests that personal trash should not be left in the parking lor or on the grounds and, except for authorized events, alcohol is not allowed outside past the deck area.  We are finding cans and cups on the grounds and around the building.  Take pride in your Post and place trash in the provided receptacles.  Thanks.

From the Lounge Manager:  

Looking forward to our Post Auction on July 11th.  Many local businesses have donated for our auction, and many of our members have donated as well.  This is going to be a great time.  Auction starts at 3:00pm.  Don't miss this one!  If you'd like to donate an item or have free time and would like to help get some donations, please contact me at the Post.

Except July 11th for the Post Auction, don't forget - Sunday at 3:00pm – Three Card Challenge.  Win lobsters and steak for a $1.00 per card pack per game.  And don’t forget the Happy Hour prices at the bar during the games.

Horseshoes Monday and Friday nights 5:00-9:00pm – Lots of Fun!

Don't forget the Softball Game in September - Topsham Legion vs. Brunswick Elks.

Special Thanks

Linda (Buffie) Foster

July is VFW Friday Night Suppers

07/02 – Bob's German Dinner

07/09 – Fried Scallops or Steak

07/16 – Fish 'n Chips or Steak

07/23 – Fried Scallops or Steak

Upcoming Events for the Summer

Every Tuesday - Pot Luck Lunch 12:00 noon

Every Sunday – Three Card Challenge at 3:00pm

Sunday July 11 - Post Auction 3:00-5:00pm (ish)

Saturday July 24 - Auxiliary Yard Sale with SAL Pig Roast to follow

Saturday August 14 - Family Picnic (rain date Sunday the 15th) - Tickets go on sale July 19th

Saturday August 28 - Gun Show 11:00am-3:00pm (open to the public)

Friday Night Entertainment for July

07/02 – Chris Skidgell

07/09 – Jeff Rockwell

07/16 – Lina Hussey

07/25 – Old Crows

Post Meetings for July

07/01 – Legion Riders Meeting, 6:00pm

07/08 – Fleet Reserve, 1:30pm

07/13 – Executive Board Meeting, 6:00pm

07/15 – VFW Meeting, 7:00pm

07/27 – General Membership Meeting, 6:00pm

From Post Service Officer: 

Veterans who have appointments at Togus Hospital and need transportation can get a free ride through the DAV.  The van runs Monday / Wednesday / Thursday from the local area.  Call DAV Transportation toll free at 1-877-421-8263 ext.5790 to arrange a ride.  This service is door to door with no out of pocket cost to the veteran.

From Madam President Auxiliary:

Saturday, July 24th is the date for our Yard Sale.  It will run from 9:00am until 3:00pm.  Please drop off your items on Friday the 23rd.  If you have something that needs to be picked up, give me a call at 725-6451.  The SAL will have their Pig Roast immediately following.

Saturday, August 14th is the Family Picnic, with a rain date for the 15th.

Yours In Service

Barbara Knedler

From SAL:                                                                                                                                                                  

SAL is having a Pig Roast on July 24th right afther the Auxiliary's Yard Sale.  Come on out for some great food and a good time

Yours In Service

Christopher McCrory, Adjutant

Legion Riders:                                                                                                                                                          

Don't forget our Poker run coming up Saturday, August 21st (rain date the 22nd).  Enjoy the 4th of July and be safe.

Thank you, Kaye Bouchard

ALR Director Post 202

ALR State of Maine Secretary