Veteran Service officers Mon / Wed as available or by appointment, Tues / Thurs walk-in days 10:00am - 2:00pm.
Our Oratorical Competition had no entries this year. If you wish to work with the Chesapeake Schools to improve next year's competition, let me know.
Middle School Essay Contest entries have started to arrive are you interested in being a judge for the competition?
Unit 280 has achieved 100% membership for 2023. We are still looking for Auxiliary members to join our Legion Family.
Squadron 280's Adventure League has been successful; they have been asked to expand the schedule to more than once per month.
Squadron 280 has reached 100% membership for 2023. We are still looking for anyone who wishes to join our Legion Family as a Son of the American Legion.
Sincere Thanks to Joe Harrington for fixing the kitchen and bar sinks at the Post.
Bob Bolander has been appointed as the Chairman for the Building and Grounds Committee, if you wish to be part of the committee helping with upkeep of the building and grounds provide me a name and phone number that I can pass to Bob.
As we transition into next year:
Contacting WW2, Korea, and Vietnam Veterans about joining the November 2023 Dominion Honor Flight.
Desire to expand participation in Legion Family Committees.
Buddy Checks - volunteers needed.
Texas Hold'em Committee - need a group to organize and execute tournaments for the upcoming year.
Need a coordinator for this year's Law and Order Event.
Don't forget to pay your dues, they are important for supporting a multitude of Legion Family causes.
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Upcoming events:
Legion Friday Dinner |
March 24, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Yard Sale |
March 25, 2023 | 0800 - 1500 |
Son’s Friday Dinner |
March 31, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Children and Youth Easter Event |
April 1, 2023 | 1000 - 1300 |
Auxiliary Friday Dinner |
April 7, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Rider’s Friday Dinner |
April 14, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Rider’s April Ride |
April 15, 2023 | 1100 - 1800 |
Fundraising Friday Dinner |
April 21, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Legion Friday Dinner |
April 28, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
National Day of Prayer |
May 4, 2023 | TBD |
Auxiliary Friday Dinner |
May 5, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Yard Sale |
May 6, 2023 | 0800 - 1500 |
Rider’s Friday Dinner |
May 12, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Texas Hold’em |
May 13, 2023 | 1730 - 0100 |
Rider’s May Ride |
May 13, 2023 | 1100 - 1800 |
ROTC awards Event |
May 17, 2023 | TBD |
Mother's Day Dinner |
May 19, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Considated Reports |
May 19, 2023 | |
Legion Friday Dinner |
May 26, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Memorial Flag Laying |
May 28, 2023 | 1000 - 1300 |
Mayor’s Memorial Day Event |
May 29, 2023 | TBD |
Auxiliary Friday Dinner |
June 2, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Rider’s Friday Dinner |
June 9, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
District Convention |
June 9, 2023 | |
Rider’s June Ride |
June 10, 2023 | 1100 - 1800 |
Annual Flag Day Celebration |
June 10, 2023 | 1700 - 2100 |
Father's Day Dinner |
June 16, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Boy's State |
June 18, 2023 | |
Legion Friday Dinner |
June 23, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Youth Cadet |
June 25, 2023 | |
Son’s Friday Dinner |
June 30, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Auxiliary Friday Dinner |
July 7, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Veteran's Picnic |
July 8, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Department Convension |
July 13, 2023 | |
Rider’s Friday Dinner |
July 14, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Rider’s June Ride |
July 15, 2023 | 1100 - 1800 |
Father's Day Dinner |
July 21, 2023 | 1730 - 1930 |
Yard Sale |
July 22, 2023 | 0800 - 1500 |
Veteran's Picnic |
August 5, 2023 | |
We are looking for volunteers interested in supporting community, veteran, and family events on one of the Post committees. If you are interested, send an email to kellog.sharp@gmail.com or stop by the Post.
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IF YOU want to sponsor a meal let me, the Adjutant, know and we will work out the details (kellog.sharp@gmail.com). Typically planning for 25 or more if sign ups require.
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NEWS FLASH - NEWS FLASH - NEWS FLASH - NEWS FLASH
Membership Eligibility Period is now wide open. The "LEGION Act" extends the recognized wartime era back to Dec. 7, 1941.
If you served on Federal Active Duty in any branch of miliary including Merchant Marines from December 7th 1941 until present day and continuing until it is determined the United Satates is no longer in a state of war, and have been honorably discharged, or are still serving and desire to become a member of the American Legion please contact Post 280.
Go to the dues/applicationpage to join or trasnsfer.
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The American Legion Middle School Essay Contest
The Theme this year is
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“I LIKE LIVING IN AMERICA BECAUSE”
We would like entries from all the Middle School sources, help if you can.
Need a volunteer who can visit schools during the day.
For more information contact
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kellog.sharp@gmail.com or
tsrichey280@gmail.com
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The American Legion Boys State of Virginia NEEDS YOU!! If you have questions or want more information, please contact:
Mark Antley (757-477-4381)
markantley.post280@gmail.com
Oratorical Competition - High School participants needed
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If you have questions or want more information, please contact
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Mark Antley (757-477-4381)
markantley.post280@gmail.com
Planning date for Post 280 Oratorical Competition is Dec 2023
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The American Legion Auxiliary Girls State is active this year.
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Shelia Sharp @ sheliasharp90@gmail.com
If you know a candidate or want to help, contact:
Chaplain Referrals for Visits for bereavement or illness
call (757)763-9690
email stanleyremer@gmail.com or kellog.sharp@gmail.com.
RAVEN's Youth Shooting Program:
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Sunday 2:00pm - 4:00pm practice.
Tuesday 6:30pm - 8:00pm practice.
Anyone under 18 (or high school seniors no older than 20) can participate.
Stop by the Post for information.
Post 280 Adventure League:
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Dungeons and Dragons for everyone.
Call the post for info on the next session - 757-547-2120.
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Service Officer News
Post 280 Service Officer, Phil Poffenbarger, has received his accreditation which will allow him to negotiate directly with Veteran's Affairs on your behalf. Additionally, Post 280 has a second Veteran Service Officer (Robert Martin) to assist with veteran's claims. Phillip can be reached at (757) 639-9013 or the post number 757-547-2120 or via e-mail to "Post280service1@outlook.com".
Mon / Wed as available or by appointment
Tues / Thurs walk-in days 10:00am - 2:00pm
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The Post 280 Facebook page can be found here
Definition of a Veteran
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Veterans Service News
Veterans Service Representative, Linda Jacobs is at the Post every second and fourth Monday (2:00 to 4:00 P.M.) to answer questions and help with VA claims. Her phone number is 757-455-0814, her e-mail is linda.jacobs@dvs.virginia.gov. For general veterans assistance, dial 2-1-1 or go to www.211virginia.org.
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Post 280 has Wi-Fi for those of you who must stay connected.
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Post 280 Meeting Dates and times are:
Post 280 - E-Board -The first Thursday of each month at 7:30 P.M.
Post 280 - The second Thursday of each month at 7:30P.M.
SAL - The first Tuesday of each even numbered month at 6:30 P.M.
ALA - The Third Thursday of each month at 7:30P.M.
Club 280 operating hours are subject to change, but as of now are:
Closed Sunday. Open Mon thru Thu 5 - 9, Fri 4 - 11, Sat 2 - 11.
Club 280 phone number: 757-547-2120, call to see if there has been a change in oerating hours.
Hall Rental Phone Number: 757-609-3439. Rates are cheap (Post 280 member rates are even cheaper) a full kitchen is available. NOTE: Sub-leaseing of the Hall is not allowed - period.
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