January | 2024

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Wreaths Across America

Last Saturday, 16 December, Robby James and the Streets of Bakersfield drew a large crowd of dancers and people listening to their great country music. That was due to the continuing efforts of our 2nd Vice Commander, Pete Vasilakos. Felix Taco put out many great Mexican dinners for only $10. Our bar sold a lot of drinks, with Linda Robertson working hard.

John Madieros is still crying out for HELP… He needs a couple more BARTENDERS for backup. So, PLEASE step up and volunteer. All tips go to the bartenders. You may contact John by email: johnmadieros@aol.com, or phone: (530) 273-4988. We did get a few auxiliary ladies to help Linda at December’s Native Sons Dinner, and at the Saturday concert. We also had an auxiliary lady run the bar at last Wednesday’s bowling night. I think a couple of them are looking at possibly becoming more regular. Thank you so much for your help!

Barbra “Babs” Conner hosted a most enjoyable Christmas Karaoke party last Sunday, with not only singing, but also gift exchanges. The next Karaoke event will be on Sunday, 28 January, at 12:00 noon - 4:00 PM, in the Bunker Bar. After that, they will be on every 2nd and 4th Sunday. A small donation of $5 is asked at the door.

Our auxiliary is planning to host a dinner on the 1st Tuesday, 6 February. Stand by for more details.

Our next Executive Board/General Meeting will be on the 1st Tuesday, 2 January 2024, at 4:00 PM. Our District 7 Commander is planning on coming. Looking forward to seeing you there.

All for now…

Claude

Coming Events

Reserve your Dinners now

by calling 530-575-7002

Feb 6th Valentine Dinner

$15 pay at the door!

Dinner supports our local Scouts

$15 pay at the door - Uniformed Scouts eat free

Girl Scout Cookie sales end 3/17/24

We need your help!

John Madieros is crying out for HELP… He needs a couple more BARTENDERS. Between himself as Finance Officer and Bar Manager, all he has to help is his assistant, Linda Robertson. We have bar use by bowlers on Wednesday and Thursday nights, from 6:00 to 10:00 PM. Besides that, currently, the bar is used only a couple times a month. So, PLEASE step up and volunteer. All tips go to the bartenders.

Call John (530) 273-4988

Armed Forces Day

It just keeps on getting better!

Betsy had such a great time and turn out

she’s coming back to provide rides &

runs..... Done?.....Just starting!

Armed Forces Day has been officially celebrated here for the past two years. We are one of the few areas in the State honoring our active & current Military. While the event has been successful, we will be looking to make the 2024 event EPIC!

The County, City of Grass Valley, The Chamber, Post 130 and the Golden Empire Flying Association have teamed up to stage the 2024 event at the airport.

For now pencil in Saturday, May 18th 2024.

VSO David West

Many veterans view applying for public assistance as a handout and instead maintain focus on pursuing their claims for VA compensation or pension. However, what happens to a veteran who was not injured, does not have any conditions related to their service, and did not serve during a time of war?...

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Last Honors

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Missions This Past Month

Karaoke in the Bunker

12pm - 4pm

January 28th
February 11th & 25th
March 10th & 24th

Member's Birthdays

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Birthdays This Month

Officer List

Fiscal Year 2023-2024

American Legion Post 130

Commander:

Claude Hessel

(530) 432-0425

1st Vice Commander/PIO:

Corbin Smith

2nd Vice Commander/ HG Commander:

Pete Vasilakos

(530) 432-6594

Finance Officer:

John Madeiros

(530) 273 4988

Adjutant:

Mike Hauser

(530) 913-9594

Executive Committee Members:

Dick Corn

Dale Gurley

Dave Craigen

Chaplain:

Corbin Smith

(530) 728 - 3258

Sons of the American Legion

Squadron 130

Commander:

Bob Gault

(408) 607-4434

Finance Officer:

Frank Maricich

760 662 0484

American Legion Riders Chapter 130

President/Vice President:

Tim Sheriden

Treasurer:

Frank Maricich

Sergeant-At-Arms:

Don Ridenour

(916) 747 2871

Chaplain:

John Chase

(408) 726 7378

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 130

President:

Melise Munroe

(530) 277-2660

1st Vice President:

Debbie Sullivan

(530) 273 0212

2nd Vice President:

Janet Hessel

(530) 277 2988

Treasurer:

Betty Parsons

530 263 0342

Executive Committee Member:

Donna Matson

408 891 7158

Secretary:

Linda Robertson

916.834.0689

Other Positions

Bar Manager:

John Madeiros

Kitchen Manager:

Tom Munroe

(530) 277-6228

Webmaster/Bowling Alley Mgr:

Laurie Stanton

Judge Advocate:

Robert Smail

The Post 130 Auxiliary

The Grinch showed up to the American Legion Auxiliary meeting in December - Kaylie Friend, our junior auxiliary member made us laugh

Read About the Past Month

The ladies of the Frank Gallino unit #130 wish all of you

a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!

Please keep your radio tuned in to KNCO to hear more

details of the monthly dinners. We will start dinners

again February 6th.. Hope to see all of you there!

Recent Events

Scouts Flag Retirement - November 11, 2023

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Almost 2,000 flags retired every year for the last 3 years

December 16th Country Christmas Dance

More Photos

Everyone is enjoying the music of

The Streets of Bakersfield…

JOIN UP & JOIN IN

By paying your dues, you are part of the largest veterans organization in the USA. We fight for veterans benefits in Congress, and without you in our organization, we can't help our veterans. Now we accept all veterans. It doesn't matter if you were in war or not.

Hey everyone, don't forget to renew your membership if you haven't! I'm sure you want to help your local post stay active, and the fastest (and easiest) way is to make sure you've paid your dues for 2023. If you aren't sure, or if you have any questions, call the office at (530) 575-7002.

Membership dues not only help keep the post running, but allow us to continue to assist local veterans in need. We thank you for your continued support and membership. Together, we are continuing to look out for all our veteran family

Wreaths Across America 2023

This year's ceremony commemorates the 31st year of Wreaths Across America.

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Remember the fallen, Honor those that serve and Teach the next generation the value of freedom

Grass Valley's South Yuba Club

A special veterans full membership rate is now being offered.

530-272-7676

Supporting our fellow veterans

Editor’s Note

(Mike Hauser)

It’s my pleasure to help produce the Post 130 newsletter...and WE HEAR YOU !

We mail printed newsletters to members not actively on the Internet or email capable. Everyone needs to know what’s going on and we need you to participate in some really great activities.

If you would like to submit an article for future editions, please mail or email me with your input prior to the 15th of the month. Photos always make a story more interesting...hint... hint. If you are not email connected, give me a call at my office number and we’ll make it work. I take fine dictation..... E news will come from mike@gvblueprint.com.

If you are a new member and don’t see the news call me right away and it will get fixed.

Mike

(530) 575-7002

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