Canandaigua American Legion
Post #256 Newsletter
Post #256 Newsletter
October 2009 - December 2009
454 North Main Street 585-394-3790
454 North Main Street 585-394-3790
Canandaigua, New York 14424
www.alny256.com
www.alny256.com
e-mail: post256@alny256.com
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Contents: Board of Directors, Legion News, Auxiliary News, SAL News,
Notes from the Bar Manager, Calendar
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Attention:
Board of Directors
Terry Dekouski, President.
As per the Constitution and By-Laws of Canandaigua American Legion Post #256, Ind., Article XV, Section 10: “The Annual Meeting of the Corporation shall be held in the quarters of Canandaigua American Legion Post #256, Inc. on the evening of the third (3) Thursday in the
month of October of each year. The meeting shall be convened at 7:30 PM.”
In accordance, I, Terry Dekouski, President of the Board of Directors, direct that the Annual
Corporation meeting will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2009. Meeting to convene at 7:30 PM as directed. The two Directors whose terms are expiring at this meeting are Terry Dekouski and Irene Madru. Members of the nominating committee are: Fran Bucher, Ken Weiner and Calvin Nichols. If you are interested in either of these positions, please contact one of the
afore mentioned or use the sign up sheet posted in the lounge of the Canandaigua American Legion. A minimum of 20 members must be present in order to conduct this very important annual business.
Notes from the Bar Manager, Calendar
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Attention:
Board of Directors
Terry Dekouski, President.
As per the Constitution and By-Laws of Canandaigua American Legion Post #256, Ind., Article XV, Section 10: “The Annual Meeting of the Corporation shall be held in the quarters of Canandaigua American Legion Post #256, Inc. on the evening of the third (3) Thursday in the
month of October of each year. The meeting shall be convened at 7:30 PM.”
In accordance, I, Terry Dekouski, President of the Board of Directors, direct that the Annual
Corporation meeting will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2009. Meeting to convene at 7:30 PM as directed. The two Directors whose terms are expiring at this meeting are Terry Dekouski and Irene Madru. Members of the nominating committee are: Fran Bucher, Ken Weiner and Calvin Nichols. If you are interested in either of these positions, please contact one of the
afore mentioned or use the sign up sheet posted in the lounge of the Canandaigua American Legion. A minimum of 20 members must be present in order to conduct this very important annual business.
On a personal note, I would like to thank everybody that was involved in helping for the Fred Schutz memorial out front. Also for all those who helped construct the handicapped ramps and concrete work at the Pavilion. Special thanks to Scott Gillmor, the mason, for his quality workmanship.
Legion News from Bob Fredericks, Commander
A new quarter has started. First off, I would like to say our yearly fund raiser, the 2009
Cash Bash, was very successful. Thanks to all who bought or sold tickets.
October is here and the only thing I can see is the National Commanderʼs Visitation Dinner on October 24th in Dresden. If you are interested, make reservations by October 15th; the price is $28.
Veterans Day Dinner, November 7th, at the Post Home. At this special occasion we will be recognizing our Boysʼ Staters and Girlsʼ Staters and our past Post Commanders and Past Unit Presidents. Cash Cocktail Hour will begin at 6:00 with Dinner at 7 PM. Meal will be a choice of Filet Mignon or Chicken Cordon Bleu, baked potato, vegetable, rolls, dessert, coffee or tea. Cost of Filet, $18.00, Cordon Bleu, $14.00. Please call the Post Home at 585-394-3790 prior to November 1, 2009 to make your reservations. Payment in advance, please.
Nov. 11 is our Veteransʼ Day ceremony, at 11:00 AM, followed immediately by the dedication of the Fred Schutz Memorial. There will be a reception following these events. Nov. 15 is the Early Bird Dinner so get your dues in by Nov. 11 and enjoy a free dinner.
I would like to thank our faithful Honor Guard for their service throughout this past summer for parades, holidays and funerals. We are very, very lucky to have this dedicated group of members. I would like to welcome the following new members to the Honor Guard: Ron Evans, Jeremy Thompson, and Lloyd Savage.
Thanks also to the Auxiliary for setting up the POW/MIA table inside the Hall. Stop for a moment to remember and honor those unable to be among us.
Patriot Day Ceremony - a thanks to the Honor Guard and the Auxiliary for helping with the distribution of the programs and candles. To Chuck Pelton for organizing the ceremony from the Commons on Main Street to the Post. To the Firemen, Police and Troopers, EMT personnel and others who marched from the Commons to the Trail of Remembrance led by the Fraedan Or
Pipers. Twelve year old, Aviella Winder was the soloist. Ryan Hobart played taps.
Monday Member Appreciation Nights are held every other Monday, through October, for members who like to come and have a drink, snack and socialize with one another.
One last request for help. Each year we serve as ʻRed Kettleʼ volunteers for a couple of days at a local site during the latter part of November. When the sign-up list is posted in the lounge, please sign up for an hour to help the Salvation Army in their annual fund raising campaign.
Sergeant at Arms - Chuck Pelton
I want to thank the Post Family for their help with the programs during the past year. Our
next Legion program is Veterans Day, November 11th at 11 AM. On that day we will ʻcloseʼ the Trail of Remembrance in a year that focused on the Colonial Wars. The flags will be retired for another year, but you are still invited to walk the trail and reminisce.
I want to thank the Post Family for their help with the programs during the past year. Our
next Legion program is Veterans Day, November 11th at 11 AM. On that day we will ʻcloseʼ the Trail of Remembrance in a year that focused on the Colonial Wars. The flags will be retired for another year, but you are still invited to walk the trail and reminisce.
St. Paulyʼs Clothing Collection by Fran Bucher, Chairman
Another year is nearing an end and St. Paulyʼs clothing collection is still one of our major fundraisers. Itʼs a lot of work and we could use some help. Anyone wishing to participate in this program - please see Fran Bucher or Dan Bresnan. The work involves bagging the clothing and textiles that are dropped off at the shed - 10 minutes or less each day. Special thanks to Dan for all his work this year.
Another year is nearing an end and St. Paulyʼs clothing collection is still one of our major fundraisers. Itʼs a lot of work and we could use some help. Anyone wishing to participate in this program - please see Fran Bucher or Dan Bresnan. The work involves bagging the clothing and textiles that are dropped off at the shed - 10 minutes or less each day. Special thanks to Dan for all his work this year.
Keep These Dates
Please mark your calendar and participate in
the following events.
Veteranʼs Day Dinner at the Post 6:00 PM 11/7
Veteranʼs Day Ceremony at the Post 11 AM, 11/11.
Early Bird Dinner at the Post 3:00 PM 11/15
New Members
Please extend a warm welcome to our newest members: Jeremy Thompson, Eldon Johnson, Bruce Roe, Joseph Bournival, Mary T. Northrup, Richard Dziadula, Robert Cassella, Donald Clark, Herman Husmann, Michael Keating Lawrence Holland and Donald Raw.
Please mark your calendar and participate in
the following events.
Veteranʼs Day Dinner at the Post 6:00 PM 11/7
Veteranʼs Day Ceremony at the Post 11 AM, 11/11.
Early Bird Dinner at the Post 3:00 PM 11/15
New Members
Please extend a warm welcome to our newest members: Jeremy Thompson, Eldon Johnson, Bruce Roe, Joseph Bournival, Mary T. Northrup, Richard Dziadula, Robert Cassella, Donald Clark, Herman Husmann, Michael Keating Lawrence Holland and Donald Raw.
Sick Call
VAMC: Lou Madru, Larry Huntoon and Ed Dwyer, Ontario County: D. B. Coots, Crest Manor: Jim Nenni, Rochester General: Gordy Stahl
In Memory
Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Stan Dilloway.
Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Stan Dilloway.
Auxiliary News Barb Saar, President
Well, I hope everyone had a great summer. Here we are at the start of a new year. I was very happy to see so many members at our first meeting. Sure hope you come back again. We are going to be very busy this year. So, if you are asked to do something, please try to do it. Donʼt forget, our meetings are the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Post Home at 2:00 PM.
Department Convention was July 9 - 11, 2009. Our new Department Officers are: President - Karyn Porempski, 1st Vice President - Nancy Kurk, 2nd Vice President - Anne Geer, 3rd Vice President - Sally Johnston. Since the 2nd Vice from last year had resigned, we elected a new 2nd Vice as well as a 3rd Vice.
Well, I hope everyone had a great summer. Here we are at the start of a new year. I was very happy to see so many members at our first meeting. Sure hope you come back again. We are going to be very busy this year. So, if you are asked to do something, please try to do it. Donʼt forget, our meetings are the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Post Home at 2:00 PM.
Department Convention was July 9 - 11, 2009. Our new Department Officers are: President - Karyn Porempski, 1st Vice President - Nancy Kurk, 2nd Vice President - Anne Geer, 3rd Vice President - Sally Johnston. Since the 2nd Vice from last year had resigned, we elected a new 2nd Vice as well as a 3rd Vice.
Department President Karynʼs project is twofold: the Creative Arts Program run by the VA as a form of rehabilitation and the Warriors Family Assistance, with a particular focus on the veterans of the Gulf War, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
Fall Conference was Sept 12, 2009 at Mt. Morris. Attending were Barb Saar, Rose Cornish, Marlene Milton, Marie Trumbull, Florence Trumbull, Deb Dekouski, Sandy Counceller, Barbara Lyke and Dee Paddock. The 7th District Color Guard posted the colors and the 7th District Flag. They are Barb Saar, Marlene Milton, Marie Trumbull, Rose Cornish and Vicky Milton. The Department officers attended the Conference, which was presided over by the 7th District President, Virginia Robbins and Vice President, Kathleen Cubit.
Empire Girlsʼ State information has been received and a citizen will be chosen from our area in the spring. The good news is that Brockport College will again host the program, but, after several years without a raise, the tuition will increase for 2010.
Leadership by Rose Cornish
The Seventh District Leadership Conference,
Sat. Oct 17, 2009, at Canandaigua
Post #256, 8:00 - 9:00 AM Registration and Continental breakfast. 9:00 AM - 12:00 Conference. Deadline for reservation is Oct. 12, 2009. Remember that by each of us sharing
resources, such as wisdom, information, experience, confidence and insight, we facilitate the development of all members and ensure the continued legacy of our organization.
Community Service by Chairman Marlene Milton
The Auxiliary this year would like to start helping the community places that are helping
people who need food and paper products. We all help people during the holidays, however we all need food year ʻround. Iʼm asking Auxiliary, Legionnaire and Sons of the Legion members to work together to accomplish this. Whenever you have a meeting or come to the Post Home, perhaps you could bring non-perishable canned goods or paper products with you and drop them in the blue bucket. Iʼm hoping also to get assistance from our friends & neighbors so please talk it up with them.
The Auxiliary this year would like to start helping the community places that are helping
people who need food and paper products. We all help people during the holidays, however we all need food year ʻround. Iʼm asking Auxiliary, Legionnaire and Sons of the Legion members to work together to accomplish this. Whenever you have a meeting or come to the Post Home, perhaps you could bring non-perishable canned goods or paper products with you and drop them in the blue bucket. Iʼm hoping also to get assistance from our friends & neighbors so please talk it up with them.
The Auxiliary Unit is supporting the “Wreaths Across America” program, which sponsors the laying of wreaths on graves at VA cemeteries across the land. The simultaneous wreath laying, including at Bath, will be on Dec. 12. Applications for the sponsorship of a wreath in honor of your deceased are available in the lounge at the Post Home.
Membership Rose Cornish, “Worker Bee”.
Buzz-Buzz “Letʼs strive to Fill the Hive.” All you Honey Beeʼs, they buzz here and there just everywhere with dues to fill the hive. Our hive is getting near full only 182 members paid, our goal 285. So become a DO-BEE and start buzzing about membership for this year!
We would like to welcome our new members: Ellen Taylor, Karen Mills, Judy Smith, Lucille Wells, Jackie Smith, Karen Herman, Sharon Joslyn, and Transfers: Dorothy Nickel, Virginia Botsford, and Junior Member: Sarah Luzum.
Remember all dues paid by Nov. 11th makes you an “Early Bird” and eligible for a free dinner on Sun, Nov. 15th at 3 PM. So lets Bee prepared, Bee Creative, BeeLieve in our organization! Working together we can full the hive!
EARLY BIRD DINNER
Sun. Nov. 15th, 2009 - 3PM
This year we are doing things a little different. With “Unity of Family” in our organization of Legion, Auxiliary, and Sons of the Legion, we would like to all sit down and eat at one time!
Our menu: Spaghetti & meatballs, French bread, tossed salad, dessert, coffee or tea. Those Paid members bringing a nonmember guest will be charged $8.50. REMEMBER; your dues must be paid by Nov. 11th to receive your free dinner!! To pay dues contact the following: Legion membership: Dick Milton. Auxiliary membership: Rose Cornish. SAL membership: Brian Murphy.
Sun. Nov. 15th, 2009 - 3PM
This year we are doing things a little different. With “Unity of Family” in our organization of Legion, Auxiliary, and Sons of the Legion, we would like to all sit down and eat at one time!
Our menu: Spaghetti & meatballs, French bread, tossed salad, dessert, coffee or tea. Those Paid members bringing a nonmember guest will be charged $8.50. REMEMBER; your dues must be paid by Nov. 11th to receive your free dinner!! To pay dues contact the following: Legion membership: Dick Milton. Auxiliary membership: Rose Cornish. SAL membership: Brian Murphy.
Children and Youth by Chair Sandy Counceller
The Special Peopleʼs delivery of gifts and cookies is scheduled for Dec. 5. Donations of cookies are always welcome and thoroughly enjoyed by the young people.
The Special Peopleʼs delivery of gifts and cookies is scheduled for Dec. 5. Donations of cookies are always welcome and thoroughly enjoyed by the young people.
VA&R - Deb Dekouski, acting chairman
The Auxiliary and Post will continue to host “The Veterans Club” at the monthly Roast Beef & Spaghetti dinners. Thanks to the volunteers that serve our Veterans each month.
The Auxiliary and Post will continue to host “The Veterans Club” at the monthly Roast Beef & Spaghetti dinners. Thanks to the volunteers that serve our Veterans each month.
Manufacturerʼs Coupons
National Security Chair, Rosemary Luzum.
National Security Chair, Rosemary Luzum.
Our supporters have done an outstanding job of supplying the Auxiliary with manufacturerʼs coupons. REMEMBER!!! Coupons MUST be no older than three months. Since July, 43 volunteers have spent 300 hours so that we could send coupons valued at $63,000 to our military families at bases overseas. GOOD JOB, EVERYONE. A special thanks to all who cut the coupons out so my mother, Ceil, my husband, Jerry, and I donʼt spend so many hours clipping.
Troop Fan Mail
We again hope to send cards to service members this Christmas. Our plan last year to send the cards directly to Chaplains of units seemed to have worked well so we will again try to do that. With so much negative press coverage, our troops like to hear a friendly message of gratitude. If you want to start writing cards now, your message should be positive and upbeat. Include info
about yourself, your hobbies, job, pets, etc. Greeting cards (NO envelopes) should be no
larger than 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 and should have the senderʼs name and address on the back,
Address labels are acceptable since many greeting cards have a very slick surface that
is difficult to write on. ALL cards MUST be at the Post by December 1. They can be placed in the same area as the coupons. Last year we received many letters of thanks from both the chaplains and the soldiers.
We again hope to send cards to service members this Christmas. Our plan last year to send the cards directly to Chaplains of units seemed to have worked well so we will again try to do that. With so much negative press coverage, our troops like to hear a friendly message of gratitude. If you want to start writing cards now, your message should be positive and upbeat. Include info
about yourself, your hobbies, job, pets, etc. Greeting cards (NO envelopes) should be no
larger than 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 and should have the senderʼs name and address on the back,
Address labels are acceptable since many greeting cards have a very slick surface that
is difficult to write on. ALL cards MUST be at the Post by December 1. They can be placed in the same area as the coupons. Last year we received many letters of thanks from both the chaplains and the soldiers.
Education by Chair Marie Trumbull
The American Legion Family realizes the importance of providing our youth with support in the form of various scholarships to make a difference in their lives and in our futures since they ARE the leaders of the future. Therefore, the applications for the Rose Comella $1000 scholarship and an additional $500 award, as well as those offered by the National ALA have been made available to the local school. Please urge any young people in your families who are Seniors in High School to apply for ALL the scholarships awarded by the American Legion Family. They are listed in the “Need A Lift” catalog available at the school and at the local library.
Thanks for saving Campbell brand labels and UPCʼs for our local schools, which can redeem them for education funds. Labels dropped off at the Post Home over the summer have been turned over to local schools. Just a reminder, eligible products are: UPCʼs (or entire labels if you prefer) from ALL Campbellʼs Soups, Beans, SpagettiOʼs, Gravies, Tomato and V8 Juices, Swanson Broth and Canned Chicken, Pepperidge Farm products and Franco-American products.
Thanks also for the Betty Crocker Box Tops for Education which can be an additional source of funds for the schools. If you prefer to donate to your local school, please put a note in the Coupon box telling us of the number of labels or box tops.
The American Legion Family realizes the importance of providing our youth with support in the form of various scholarships to make a difference in their lives and in our futures since they ARE the leaders of the future. Therefore, the applications for the Rose Comella $1000 scholarship and an additional $500 award, as well as those offered by the National ALA have been made available to the local school. Please urge any young people in your families who are Seniors in High School to apply for ALL the scholarships awarded by the American Legion Family. They are listed in the “Need A Lift” catalog available at the school and at the local library.
Thanks for saving Campbell brand labels and UPCʼs for our local schools, which can redeem them for education funds. Labels dropped off at the Post Home over the summer have been turned over to local schools. Just a reminder, eligible products are: UPCʼs (or entire labels if you prefer) from ALL Campbellʼs Soups, Beans, SpagettiOʼs, Gravies, Tomato and V8 Juices, Swanson Broth and Canned Chicken, Pepperidge Farm products and Franco-American products.
Thanks also for the Betty Crocker Box Tops for Education which can be an additional source of funds for the schools. If you prefer to donate to your local school, please put a note in the Coupon box telling us of the number of labels or box tops.
Annual Craft and Bake Sale
The 22nd Annual Craft Show and Bake Sale will be held Saturday, Nov 7th, 2009, 8:30-3:00 at Post Home, sponsored by Unit #256 Auxiliary. We are again holding our “Super Raffle. Many members have tickets for sale at a $1.00 a chance. Bake Sale Committee will be calling our
members for “Bake goods” donations for our Annual Bake Sale. There are a few tables left so if you or know of someone who would like a table for Crafts, cost $16.00 per table, please contact
Rose Cornish at 394-1434. This is a great time to do some holiday shopping! Lunch will be available from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. See you there!!
The 22nd Annual Craft Show and Bake Sale will be held Saturday, Nov 7th, 2009, 8:30-3:00 at Post Home, sponsored by Unit #256 Auxiliary. We are again holding our “Super Raffle. Many members have tickets for sale at a $1.00 a chance. Bake Sale Committee will be calling our
members for “Bake goods” donations for our Annual Bake Sale. There are a few tables left so if you or know of someone who would like a table for Crafts, cost $16.00 per table, please contact
Rose Cornish at 394-1434. This is a great time to do some holiday shopping! Lunch will be available from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. See you there!!
Legislation by Chair Marie Trumbull.
There are still several legislative issues that we need to pressure Congress about. Of particular interest is H.R. 3365, the Medicare Reimbursement Act of 2009, introduced by US. Rep. Bob Filner, D-Calif. Under this bill, veterans with non-service connected injuries, illnesses and conditions would be allowed to use their Medicare benefits to receive care and services from a VA medical facility. The VA is currently barred from billing Medicare. Keep informed about the
status of the health care issue under discussion in Washington and let your representatives
know your wishes. Of local interest is the increased State taxes on utilities that will negatively affect all of us, but especially those on a fixed income. Again, let your representatives know your wishes on this issue.
DONʼT FORGET TO VOTE this fall and help a Veteran to vote if you know someone who needs a ride to perform his or her civic duty.
Honor Flight Rochester has invited the Legion Family to help welcome home groups of WW II Veterans and their guardians from their trips to Washington, D. C. on Oct. 18 at 12:25 PM, AirTran Flight 486 and Nov. 1 at 12:25 PM, AirTran Flight 486.
In Memory: Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Bertha Berryman.
SAL Squadron News
Squadron Commander Brian Murphy
585-455-1892
Greetings to all members and welcome to all new members. I hope that everyone had a good summer (what summer?). Our meetings are the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM. We still need more members attending our meetings. You pay your dues and it is your right and privilege to attend meetings. We need memberʼs input for various projects and functions. It is the voice of many, not a few that can make a squadron great. If the meeting time or day are a problem, please let us know. The time and day can be changed to what works best for the
majority of members. The squadron is in need of new ideas for projects and fundraisers.
A typical meeting lasts about 45 minutes and is open to Jr. and dual members. At the time of this writing, there is no old business to discuss. We do have one item of new business.
Squadron Commander Brian Murphy
585-455-1892
Greetings to all members and welcome to all new members. I hope that everyone had a good summer (what summer?). Our meetings are the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM. We still need more members attending our meetings. You pay your dues and it is your right and privilege to attend meetings. We need memberʼs input for various projects and functions. It is the voice of many, not a few that can make a squadron great. If the meeting time or day are a problem, please let us know. The time and day can be changed to what works best for the
majority of members. The squadron is in need of new ideas for projects and fundraisers.
A typical meeting lasts about 45 minutes and is open to Jr. and dual members. At the time of this writing, there is no old business to discuss. We do have one item of new business.
The post has asked us to consider getting an SAL plaque similar to the Legion and Auxiliary plaques that are behind the bar. I found a plaque on-line that looks very similar, but the price was outrageous - $259.00 for a polyurethane foam plaque! The 2 plaques that the post has are made of wood and were made by a post member. We have an SAL member who is looking into making our plaque. This could be a group project for two or three of our members; if you are interested, please contact Wayne or myself. On the subject of projects, there is always something to do at the post as far as building and maintenance. Please stop in to the post and talk with some of the members.
With the fall and holiday seasons coming, please check the post calendar for any upcoming events. Your 2010 membership cards are also now available. $20 for adults, $10 for junior members. You may pay your dues to any elected Officer or at the lounge. For continuous years of membership, you must pay your 2009 membership as well.
“Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.” Henry David
Thoreau
Thoreau
2010 SAL officers:
Brian Murphy-Squadron Commander
Jim Walsh-First Vice Commander
Wayne Inman-Adjutant
ChuckTomes-Treasurer
Brian Murphy-Squadron Commander
Jim Walsh-First Vice Commander
Wayne Inman-Adjutant
ChuckTomes-Treasurer
BAR MANAGERʼs REPORT by Wayne Inman
Summer has ended and, along with the fall season, the Post has taken on some major improvements. The Fred Schutz Memorial is almost completed, along with the new sidewalks
and storage area at the pavilion. A great job by all the members who volunteered their time and effort to make these improvements possible. Thanks guys!
Summer has ended and, along with the fall season, the Post has taken on some major improvements. The Fred Schutz Memorial is almost completed, along with the new sidewalks
and storage area at the pavilion. A great job by all the members who volunteered their time and effort to make these improvements possible. Thanks guys!
A special kudo to Post Commander Bob Fredericks for MCing a very moving 9/11 ceremony.
Save the date: October 10th, for our first jamboree at the Post home, featuring Natural Image. Admission is $3.00 per person/$5.00 per couple. Come and have a foot stomping time.
Finally, please be aware of a new bartender coming on board. Please be patient and carry your card!
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