May American Legion Post 397 Auxiliary News

On May 15, the Auxiliary of the Richard L. Luy American Legion Post 397 joins a nationwide program to distribute poppies. The poppy has become a nationally known and recognized symbol of sacrifice and is worn by Americans to honor those who served and died for their country.

Each year, American Legion Auxiliary volunteers inflatable water slide distribute millions of red crepe paper poppies in exchange for financial contributions to assist disabled and hospitalized veterans. Donations received by Auxiliary volunteers for the poppies are used exclusively to assist and support veterans and their families. From May 15 to May 21, Auxiliary members will be distributing poppies in the community and ask for your donations as a way of supporting hospitalized and disabled veterans.

Our monthly Auxiliary meeting is May 11, Wednesday, at 5:30. We will be having an American Legion Dance, May 15, from 2 to 6 p.m. featuring the sounds of Big Band. Tickets are $10. On May 19 we will have a Post BBQ from 3 to 6 p.m. During Monterey Park Play Days, May 19 to May 21, our Bar is open. Join us for karaoke nights on May 13 and May 27, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

All are welcome to join our Memorial Day Post 397 Ceremony on May 30, at 10 a.m., in front of the Monterey Park City Hall and to be part of our potluck directly after the ceremony at Post 397.

Find us on Facebook at American Legion Post 397, email us at auxiliary397@gmail.com or call 626.571.5211 for more information.