Commanders Corner From the desk of the Commander Hardin Post 113

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1 December 2016 Commanders Corner From the desk of the Commander Hardin Post 113 It s Holiday time at the Legion once again. It s that time of year that we enjoy spending with our families and friends. We should all take a moment and pause to reflect on the meaning of this wonderful time of year. I want to wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. As we closeout 2016 there are some key dates to remember. New Year s Eve Party featuring Bar Nuns Band, buy your tickets early, seating will be limited. The New Year s Eve bash is only $40 and includes a prime rib dinner, breakfast, party favors and a live band. December 10th Legion breakfast with Santa. December 27th a free luncheon for all WWII and Korea Veterans and their guest. This is a great way to honor these veterans. Please RSVP by December 16th at A special thanks to Randy Harris for being the MC of the Veterans Day Ceremony. I would also like to recognize our Legion Riders for displaying the flags and parking the guests at the Veterans Tribute in the Nature Park. Additionally, I want to thank all who assisted with the Veterans luncheon. Without all of our dedicated volunteers it would not have been a memorable event for veterans to remember for years to come. The Post s Lounge and Bingo sessions will be closed on Dec 25th and Jan 1st so we can all enjoy the Holidays. Welcome our new Finance Officer, Brian Knoch who is excited about his new role! The Legion is continuing our Post s membership drive. As part of the effort there have been many great ideas that will be coming to light in the coming days. All of these new ideas that you will be witnessing help with education, sustaining and recruiting members. Every day I m amazed at what we have accomplished in a few short months. Therefore, thank you for all of your continued support in making this legion what it is today. Where can you help to make a difference in OUR POST? John S. Saunders, Commander He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under a tree. - Roy L. Smith Albert Hunt David Lee, Sr. Phillip Alberts Kenneth Goodman Henry Rowch John Olson Johnny Shipp Jarrold Reeves, Jr. Bruce Bryant Lloyd Burns Auxiliary Unit 113 From the desk of the President Auxiliary Unit There is no greater gift than the gift of self. December brings this thought to my mind. A realization that the holidays are upon us and we are busy shopping thinking of the perfect gift to give that special someone, we must take time to consider others less fortunate. Giving a bit of our time to ring the bell for the Salvation Army, man the Angel Tree booth at the mall for needy children of Hardin county or whatever your special cause at this time of year. Thank you for the gift of yourself as you take time for others! As a Unit, there are three events I hope you can help with Breakfast with Santa on December 10 th in the morning from 8-11am, Operation Homefront also December 10 th in the afternoon from noon until 3pm, and Wreaths across America on December 17 th beginning at 9:30 am. These are opportunities to give of self and receive smiles from the children, feel the gratitude of military families and the honor of those laid to rest. It is what we do as American Legion Auxiliary member. Consider donating items such as tissues, toothbrushes, toothpaste, Fixodent, lotion, body wash, shampoo, Barbasol shaving cream, baby wipes and sanitary wipes for nursing home residents. These are items they use and need. Please bring these items to the Post by December 8 th so that they can be packaged for delivery to veterans in the local nursing homes. December 8 th is the Auxiliary Christmas Party; bring your family and guests to enjoy the fun and please bring a side dish or dessert to share. This event takes the place of our December meeting and starts at 7 pm. It will last as long as everyone wants to enjoy fun and fellowship! A hearty THANKS to everyone who made the November breakfast and holiday bazaar a great success. Thank you to all who participated in Veterans Day activities to honor our veterans. Thank you to all who attended the Department of KY Leadership Workshop hosted by the Unit. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your families, and May God bless you with his love at this wonderful time of year! Diane Kennedy, President ALA Hardin Unit 113

2 Page 2 Bugler Garyoke in the Lounge! December 10th, Saturday 7:00pm Join in the fun and show off your singing! Welcome New 2017 Legion Members Edward Bray Steven Green Laquisha Hinds-Bates Andrell Jackson Stacy Sherman Robert Shorter Officers Commander, John Saunders Cdr_hardinpost113@comcast.net 1st Vice Cdr, Joe Garrett 2d Vice Cdr, Denzil Lyle Adjutant, Randy Harris Adjutantpost113@comcast.net Finance Officer, Brian Knoch Service Officer, Al Maruszewski skiman02@comcast.net Chaplain, Bill Roberts billroberts84@yahoo.com Child and Youth Officer, Airborne Cook Sgt-At-Arms, John Crow Asst Sgt-At-Arms, Glen Walters Publicity Officer, Beverly Watkins Publicity113@outlook.com Historian, vacant Athletic Officer, Steve Schafer Property Book Officer, Tom Folsom Auxiliary President, Diane Kennedy SAL Cdr, Steve Curry ALR Director, Mike Appleby Manager, Post 113, Manager_post_113@comcast.net Hello Riders, I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We are continuing in the spirit of thanks and giving as we are planning to visit the Veterans Nursing Home on Saturday, 10 Dec. Arrive by 10:00 to the American Legion. A BIG thanks to all who participated with the Toys for Tots event! What a great time to be giving back to our future riders! We are planning to have our annual Christmas Party on the 10th of December, starting at 5:00! We will have a short meeting first then dispense for some camaraderie! Come one and all! It s time to renew your membership! If you haven t already, please contact Cathy Appleby to renew! Kickstands up! Ride safe! January rd Color Gd Mtg 5th Aux Exec Mth /Gen Mbr mtg 7th Game Night-Lounge 10th Exec Mtg 12th SAL & Aux Gen Mbr Mtg 14th Aux Breakfast 19th 8&40 / 40&8 20th Big Bro-Big Sisters 21st Mbr Open House 24th Exec Mtg 26th ALR Mbr Mtg 27-28th Winter Conf American Legion Riders From the Saddle Bags of Hardin Post 113 ALR Director Mike Appleby, Riders s Director Auxiliary 2017 Membership Renewal Reminder Dues for American Legion Auxiliary Hardin Unit 113 are $25/year for Senior member and $7/year for Junior member. You can pay by choosing one of the following options: online at g/ and go to the members only tab, and sign in (you may have to create an account if this is your first time on this site). You will be able to print a temporary card until permanent card is mailed (credit card payment). phoning National Headquarters at and asking to renew. This method is great if you have multiple family members in the Auxiliary and want to pay with a credit card. mailing your dues payment to American Legion Auxiliary Unit 113, PO Box 1236, Elizabethtown, KY Make check payable to ALA Unit 113, be sure to include contact information with your payment. in person making dues payment at the Legion Post 113 in Elizabethtown. February d Aux Exec &Gen Mbr mtg 4th Peake Party/KY Pro Bass Warriors /Game Night in Lounge 7th Color Gd Mtg 9th SAL & Aux Gen Mbr Mtg 11th Aux Breakfast / Valentine s Dance 14th Exec Mtg 16th 8&40 / 40&8 18th Scout Dinner 23d ALR Mbr Mtg 25th Mardi Gras-Lounge 28th Exec Mtg March d Aux Exec mtg/gen Mbr mtg 4th Gm night and chili cook off in Lounge 7th Color Gd Mtg 9th SAL & Aux Gen Mbr Mtg 11th Aux Breakfast 14th Exec Mtg 16th 8&40 / 40&8 18th Legion Birthday 23d ALR Mbr Mtg 28th Exec Mtg

3 Page 3 Bugler BUGLERBUG Chaplains Corner Listen to Love Let each one give as he has made up his own mind and purposed in his heart, not reluctantly or sorrowfully or under compulsion for God loves (he takes pleasure in, prizes above other things, and is unwilling to abandon or to do without) a cheerful (joyous) giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Because human nature is self-centered, generous giving does not come naturally to us. We have to build into our thinking the mind-set that we are generous. Begin to think and say, I am a very generous person. I look for opportunities to give. Strive to become more like God s son, Jesus, and purpose to be more of a giver. Please remember in prayer: Diane Kennedy, Steve Curry, Jane Gray, David Hayes, Darlene Probus, Ron Atkinson, Jeff Hall, Charlotte Van Kirk, Jack Killion, our Veterans, our Country and our Leaders. Please feel free to contact Post 113 Chaplain Bill, for prayer needs and also to share our legion blessings Send an to: billroberts84@yahoo.com

4 Maintain A Presence in our Nation's Capital The American Legion maintains a fully staffed office in Washington, D.C. to represent our 2.8 million members in the Halls of Congress and constantly monitors all legislation which concerns veterans and their families. Join or renew to the American Legion Visit Post 113 and request membership or renewal in the lounge. Andy can sell a used vehicle from any Swope lot and new Toyotas. When you purchase from him he will donate $75.00 to the Legion. Just mention this ad! acook@swope.com Cdr John Saunders presents $ for a new PA system from American Legion, Hardin Post 113 to Chuck Heater, Cemetery Director KY Veterans Cemetery Central.

5 Saturday, December 10th 8am until 11 am Children s crafts, Christmas carols, pictures with Santa Adults $7.00 Children 11 & under FREE with paid adult. Children 11 & under: FREE with a paid adult ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST Eggs cooked to order, Omelets, Scrambled Eggs, Biscuits, Sausage Gravy, Bacon, Sausage, Potatoes, Grits, Pancakes & Syrup, Fruit, Cottage Cheese, Milk, Juice, and plenty of Coffee. Proceeds benefit Legion family programs. Dan Powers services all brands! 15% Discount on Parts and Accessories for Active and Retired Military! Cdr John Saunders presents a $ check from American Legion Hardin Post 113 to Donna Betson, Director for Wreaths Across America.

6 American Legion Hardin Post 113 P.O. Box 147 Elizabethtown, KY CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED December 2016 Phone: Fax: Dec 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2pm Bingo Legion Families now on Facebook: American Legion Hardin Post 113 / Hardin Unit 113 American Legion Auxiliary / Hardin County Sons of the American Legion Squadron :00p Aux Exec Mtg 7pm Legion Gen Mbr Mtg 2 3 Anderson wedding game room 4 2pm Bingo 5 11am Realtor 7:00-Beginner am HRC- EPMD 6pm Color Gd Mtg 7 8 6p SAL Exec Mtg 7pm ALA Xmas Party 9 5:30pAirport Randy Party 10 8am Breakfast w Santa 5:00pm ALR Xmas Party 7pm Garyoke in the Lounge 11 2pm Bingo 12 7:00-Beginner 13 11:30 HRC OPMD 6pm Executive Mtg Dept Fin Mtg 7pm 8/40Mtg 7pm 40&8 Mtg 16 11:00a OPMD- OD Party Halls 17 6:00a Swope Party-Hall 10:00a Wreaths Across America 18 2pm Bingo Painting Class 19 7:00-Beginner :00p Employee/ Exec Bd Party Christmas Eve - Closed 25 Merry Christmas Post closed 26 NO Beginner am WWII@ Korea Luncheon 6pm Executive Mtg NEW YEARS EVE Dinner and Dance POST HOURS: Mon 2pm-8pm Tues-Thurs. 2pm-11pm Fri. 2pm-12am Sat. 12pm-12am Sun. 1pm-8pm Monthly Breakfast 2d Sat 8am KITCHEN HOURS: Sunday 1pm-3:30pm Tuesday 5:30pm-7:30pm Wednesday 5:30-8:30pm Friday 5:30pm-8:30pm SERVICE OFFICER HOURS: Tuesday 9am-1:00pm Enter by glass door entrance front left of building. DISCLAIMER: Post 113 does not endorse any advertisements