American Legion Auxiliary Unit 259

Here we are marching in the parade on Main Street.

With Memorial Day only a few days away - thought I'd share the notice that was sent out to our American Legion Family at our Post. Ground rules for this coming ...weekend: 1. Don't wish a Veteran a Happy Memorial Day. There is nothing happy about brave men and women dying. Be happy to enjoy the freedoms they provided you. This is not a day of remembrance for veterans that are alive. 2. It's not a holiday. It's a remembrance of those who died in combat. 3. If you want to BBQ, grill or cookout do so . . . but make sure you remember why we have this long weekend. Tell your kids why it's important. 4. Remember its not just about the "heroes" of movie and book fame, it's also about that Private who landed at Normandy, Baghdad, Vietnam, Korea or countless other battlefields large and small and died 2 minutes into his first combat action. 5. If you want to know the true meaning, visit Arlington or your local VA cemetery. Learn the story of why there are coins on the graves. 6. Patriotism is a great thing, show a flag in remembrance, but make sure it's a flag of the US not some political movement. 7. Don't tell me how you almost joined, this is not about you (or me). Talk about Chesty Puller, George Patton, John Basilone, Dakota Meyer, Kyle Carpenter, Mitchell Paige, Ira Hayes, Chris Kyle and any other heroes too numerous to name. 8. Don't tell me I don't know what I am talking about. I have remembrances, and the burden, all too many times for warriors who now stand their post in front of God and history. 9. Say a prayer . . . and then another. 10. Remember the Fallen for all the Good they did while they were here. 11. Reach out and let a Vet know you're there, we're losing too many in "peace time".

Baked ziti with meatballs, tossed salad, rolls, dessert. $12.00. Friday, May 28th, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Eat in or take out. 607-432-0494. Oneonta Vets Club.

American Legion Post 259 - Oneonta, New York Chicken & biscuits with mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable & dessert. $12.00 Friday, May 21st, 5:00-7:00 p.m. 607-432-0494. Eat in or take out. ... Oneonta Vets Club, 279 Chestnut Street. See more