Auxiliary President – Johanna Roberts
******NOTICE******
OCTOBER MEETING DATE CHANGED TO OCTOBER 16TH
We kicked the month off with the July 4th Holiday weekend and Poppy distribution. Several ladies volunteered to sit out in the hot July weather and as a result we collected $475 in donations. Following the holiday several members enjoyed a session of BUNCO on July 10th – we had 14 players and a lot of fun. If you haven’t had a chance to stop by on the second Thursday of the month, now is the time!
As many of you know we have, in recent months, been working with a veteran re-integration project in Las Cruces called the “Oak Street Project”. The Oak Street veterans have a need for hand tools of all kinds. Several of the residents would like to take on “handy man” jobs to earn income but do not have the tools to do so. They also need a lawn mower. If you, or anyone you know, has unused tools lying around that you would be willing to part with please contact Linda Nenno or Sharon Pierson and we’ll make certain they get to where they are needed.
If you visit the Post you’ll notice a large black tub on the non-smoking side labeled “Give 10 to Education”. It’s that time again – school will be starting in a few short weeks are and we are collecting school supplies for our Title 1 schools. In additions to pencils, crayons, glue, notebooks, etc the schools need clothing. The elementary schools tell us they especially need socks, underwear and t-shirts for both boys and girls. Another need is gym clothing. If the students at the Middle school and High School do not change out for gym they receive a “0” for the class. Many of these students simply cannot afford a change of clothing. Sweat pants, t-shirts, shorts, athletic shoes are very much appreciated.
During our July membership meeting we approved a change in Officers. Linda Nenno is now our Vice President and Johanna Roberts is our Sgt at Arms. Other officers remain the same. Please congratulate Linda and Johanna and be sure to offer them your support for the coming year.
UPCOMING:
Beginning with the 1st Wednesday of August the Auxiliary will be responsible for the meals on the first Wednesday of each month. This is the week of the month we entertain residents of NMSVH for dinner, music and dancing. In order for us to keep this going we need volunteers to 1.) Plan and prepare the meal, 2.) Assist the veterans to their places and serve them, 3.) Bake extra desserts and 4.) Clean up the kitchen afterwards. Ginny Lucero has sign-up sheets for these different tasks for now through the end of the year. Please help us out. The veterans really enjoy these monthly visits.
8/9 8:30-10:00 Breakfast and Bake Sale. The Legion Riders are having their state meeting here that weekend, so we may have more customers. Please leave baked goods at the post on Friday the 8th, or bring in early Saturday morning.
8/14 10:30 Aux. Exec. Board meeting.
8/14 1:00 Bunco. We had 14 players last month and had a really good time. Come join us if you can. The more, the merrier. Margarita specials and chips and salsa. If you’ve never played Bunco, we can teach you in about 5 minutes.
8/16 10:30 General membership meeting
8/17 5:00 Hot August Nights—serving hot dogs, chili dogs & ice cream sundaes.
Fall District Meeting Here 18th October.
HELP!! We will be having our annual American Legion Family Golf Scramble on October 4. If you know anyone who would be willing to sponsor a hole ($100) or donate a raffle item, please ask them. Thanks.
Linda Nenno Tournament co-ordinator (575) 64206164
Auxiliary Membership Report-Linda Nenno
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The Chaplain’s Corner – Linda Ross
PRAYER FOR THE MILITARY: O God Almighty, we ask that you will strengthen and protect the members of the Armed Forces of the United States of America. May their devotion and loyalty to you and to their home-land inspire them in moments of challenge, and comfort them in tribulation and long separation from loved ones. And finally, we ask that they may return safely to serve you and our Country in the days and years to come.
Amen
GET WELL WISHES: Ruth Handlin, Brenda (Sharon Pierson’s sister) Doug Leasburg and Addie McGarry.
May God Bless each of you and aid each of you in your recovery.
CONDOLENCES: Eva and Ben Baca as his sister is very ill and not expected to live much longer.
May the Lord comfort and aid each of you through your loss.
Gracious Father, grant us the strength and courage to “from the heart” just give it a start to set new goals and achieve greater heights. Be with us as we go in Thy Name to work in Service of God and Country and programs of The American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary. In Thy Name we pray. Amen
–Mrs. Clarence Engh
There is no such thing as human wisdom; all is the providence of God. –President John Adams
Care Packages and Cell Phones: Marty Novak
We sent 55 Care Packages in July. Thanks to all who came to help pack the boxes. These Care Packages mean so much to the Troops who receive them. Thanks to our American Legion Family for the help and support they give us and to those who made Memorial donations in memory of Roy Lucero and Truda Melton. Our funds were running low and those Memorials helped a lot. Also thanks to the members, non-members, groups, organizations, and businesses of our community for their monetary donations and donations of supplies to help us keep this project going. Thank you all. It takes us all to keep this project going.
Anyone is welcome to join us for Care Packages. It’s a lot of fun. Our next Care Package packing day is August 13. We arrive about 10:30 to start arranging the supplies and start packing shortly after that. It takes about an hour to finish.
CELL PHONES FOR SOLDIERS
We are still collecting used cell phones. These are sent for recycling and provide calling cards for our Troops. There is a collection container in the entry way of the Post.
What is a Veteran: A Veteran…whether active duty, discharged, retired, or reserve…is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made payable to “The United States of America” for an amount of “up to, and including his/her life.” That is honor, and there are way too many people in this country today, who no longer understand that act..