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William C Morris . Post 36 . American Legion
Broward's First Post . Chartered June 11, 1919
1620 Marina Boulevard (SR84) . Fort Lauderdale . Florida . 33315
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FRIDAYS
FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER
Every Friday Night - from 7p until 9p we have dinner at the Post featuring New York Strip Steak, Ribeye Steak, Lobster Tail or Grilled Shrimp, includes Salad Bar, Vegetable Medley, and Choice of Potato. We also Feature Live Music under the Tiki Bar.
BIKE NIGHT
The Last Friday of Every Month.
Regular Friday Night Dinner will be served, along with Live Music, 50/50, and whatever else the night brings!
SATURDAYS
KARAOKE
Every Saturday Night - starting at 8p. The Post Lounge is open weekdays from 11a until 11p, and much later on weekends.
SUNDAYS
BREAKFAST
Every Sunday Morning - from 10a until Noon The Post serves hot breakfast meals for only $5.00.
SEPTEMBER 2
is LABOR DAY
. . . Join Us at the Post for a Cook Out
SEPTEMBER 11
is PATRIOT DAY
Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance (previously Patriot Day, until September 10, 2012) occurs on September 11 of each year, designated in memory of the 2,977 killed in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. On this day, the President requests that the American flag be flown at half-staff at individual American homes, at the White House, and on all U.S. government buildings and establishments, home and abroad. The President also asks Americans to observe a moment of silence beginning at 8:46 A.M. (Eastern Daylight Time), the time the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
SEPTEMBER 11
The 9th District American Legion has planned a “Memorial Concert” featuring the American Legion Symphonic Band, at the Hollywood Arts Park at Young Circle. The event is Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 7:30pm
SEPTEMBER 16
is AMERICAN LEGION DAY
SEPTEMBER 29
9th District Meeting at Post 222. Starting at 2:00pm.
. . . . UPCOMING MONTHS . . . . .
OCTOBER 6
District 9 Auxiliary Picnic - Post 142
NOVEMBER 2
Ninth District Past Commanders and Presidents Ball which will be held at Post 222. The tickets for the ball will be TBA per person. Meal TBA. Cash bar will be from 6-7p.m. with dinner at 7p.m. Ticket sales will be limited to 100.
. . . . SAVE THE DATE . . . . .
The 9th District Spring Picnic will be held Sunday, March 23, 2014 at Post 36. Tickets are $10.00 for Adults, $5.00 for minors (ages 5-15), under 5 years old Free! Eat all the Hot Dogs, Hamburgers & drink all the Beer and Soda you want for $10.00. We ask you bring your own platter to eat with our Hot Dogs & Hamburgers. Tickets will be delivered to each Post, for more tickets, please contact Joe Motes at 954-559-3202.
DID YOU KNOW?
September 8, 1565 - The first Catholic settlement in America was founded by Spaniard Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles at St. Augustine, Florida.
September 16, 1620 - The Mayflower ship departed from England, bound for America with 102 passengers and a small crew. The ship reached Provincetown, Massachusetts on November 21st. The Pilgrims disembarked at Plymouth on December 26th.
September 18, 1947 - The U.S. Air Force was established as a separate military service.
September 22, 1862 - President Abraham Lincoln issued a preliminary Emancipation Proclamation freeing the slaves in territories held by Confederates as of January 1, 1863.
September 29, 1789 - Congress created the United States Army, consisting of 1,000 enlisted men and officers.
To All Post 36 members,
New Veteran Service Office at Post 36!
There is now a permanent office where Veterans can be helped at. It is at the William C. Morris Post 36 American Legion Hall. As your service officer I will be helping all veterans and their family members out of that office. Office hours for now will be as needed per Veteran Assistance required. If any Veteran or family member needs any assistance from me, just call me on my cell and we will schedule a meeting time that is convenient for all involved. I look forward to helping you as much as I possibly can. I can help in several ways; a Face to Face meeting, a Phone-Call, an E-mail, or Texting. Please don’t hesitate to call if you need my help!
F.Y.I.: There are 2 booklets by the front door of the lounge “Federal Benefits for Veterans”, outlining your general benefits available to you as a veteran, and the “Florida Veterans’ Benefit Guide” outlining extra benefits available to you as a Florida veteran. I encourage all veterans to pick up a copy and get familiar with their benefits. You might be surprised and find something that can help you!
Thank You for Your Service to Your Country.
Angel Contreras, VSO
Post 36
Veteran Service Officer
(954) 651-2150
AUXILIARY NEWS
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
There are numerous Volunteer Opportunities through the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Florida. For more information, visit the Department website at:
http://www.alafl.org/
S.A.L. NEWS
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Did you know that as an S.A.L. member your are entitled to all the same member discounts as Legion Members? For a complete list of discounts, visit the American Legion National website at: www.legion.org/discounts
POST NEWS
TRAVEL REWARDS
The American Legion together with the Government Vacation Rewards Program, can save Members on Travel. Gain access to exclusive military and government travel discounts, by joining at:
www.govvacationrewards.com
MEMBER NEWS
If you have any news or stories you would like to share with our members, please email them to: FlaLegionPost36@gmail.com We would like to hear what’s going on with everyone!
DEDICATION WALL
We have a Wall dedicated to our members in the Post Lounge. Please provide us with a photo of you when you were in the military and we will place it in a frame and on our Wall in your honor!
CLASSIFIEDS
Do you have a Service or Product you would like to sell or share? Send us the information and/or a business card, and we will print it on our Monthly Newsletter. Email the information to: FlaLegionPost36@gmail.com
Cutoff for submission is the 20th of each month.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
All members please be advised that our monthly meeting schedule is as follows:
For those of you that haven't been around in a while we would love to see you. Our meetings are fun and the Best part is they only last 30 to 40 minutes at best!
Don’t Forget To LIKE us on Facebook At:
www.facebook.com/FlaLegionPost36
Don’t Forget To Visit The Post Website At:
www.FlaLegionPost36.org
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VETERANS JOB FAIR SEPT. 11 IN PLANTATION
More than 5,000 job openings will be available to South Florida veterans, former law enforcement and residents at a job fair from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Sheraton Suites hotel, off University Drive in Plantation.
The event, "Putting America Back to Work" is designed to connect potential employers with military veterans, former law enforcement and other job seekers looking for employment.
About 30 employers including Bank of America, Panera Bread, Ed Morse Automotive Group, Gunther Volkswagen Coconut Creek, Tropical Financial Credit Union, Seminole Casino Coconut Creek and Ryder Truck are scheduled for the job fair.
For more information, visit www.850wftl.com
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
There are numerous Volunteer Opportunities through the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Florida. For more information, visit the Department website at:
http://www.alafl.org/
S.A.L. NEWS
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Did you know that as an S.A.L. member your are entitled to all the same member discounts as Legion Members? For a complete list of discounts, visit the American Legion National website at: www.legion.org/discounts
POST NEWS
TRAVEL REWARDS
The American Legion together with the Government Vacation Rewards Program, can save Members on Travel. Gain access to exclusive military and government travel discounts, by joining at:
www.govvacationrewards.com
MEMBER NEWS
If you have any news or stories you would like to share with our members, please email them to: FlaLegionPost36@gmail.com We would like to hear what’s going on with everyone!
DEDICATION WALL
We have a Wall dedicated to our members in the Post Lounge. Please provide us with a photo of you when you were in the military and we will place it in a frame and on our Wall in your honor!
CLASSIFIEDS
Do you have a Service or Product you would like to sell or share? Send us the information and/or a business card, and we will print it on our Monthly Newsletter. Email the information to: FlaLegionPost36@gmail.com
Cutoff for submission is the 20th of each month.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
All members please be advised that our monthly meeting schedule is as follows:
- 2nd Monday - 7p - E-Board
- 3rd Wednesday - 7p - Auxiliary
- 4th Monday - 7p - General Meeting
- 4th Monday - (After the General Meeting) - American Freedom Riders
For those of you that haven't been around in a while we would love to see you. Our meetings are fun and the Best part is they only last 30 to 40 minutes at best!
Don’t Forget To LIKE us on Facebook At:
www.facebook.com/FlaLegionPost36
Don’t Forget To Visit The Post Website At:
www.FlaLegionPost36.org
For God and Country,
Larry Sapp, Commander
