AMERICAN LEGION POST #1 1281 N. US HWY 1 TITUSVILLE, FL

AMERICAN LEGION POST #1
1281 N. US HWY 1
TITUSVILLE, FL 32796
321-269-9959
February 2015
www.TitusvilleALPost1.org
Hours of Operation:
Lunch M-F —Open at 11
Lounge M-S—Open at 11
Breakfast and Lunch Sunday-Open at 8
COMMANDERS REPORT:
Greetings,
During our Jan 19, 2015, Legion General Membership Meeting, one of our members
stated that another member communicated to them that we were spending too much
money and the Post was going bankrupt. I addressed it at the meeting and agreed to also
address it here for all of our member ship.
-Concerning the bankruptcy and having money for the post:
• Post operating expenses are paid by the revenue generated in our social quarter.
When members use our facilities, it pays the bills. Thanks to all members for
your increased patronage over the last six months!
• When we compare July-December 2013 social quarter revenue to July-December
2014 there was an 18.5% increase in 2014 during the measured 6 months. The
2014 revenue increases by month ranged from 3.3% (July) to almost 39%
(October). We are on track for a 10% revenue increase in January
-Concerning the spending of money:
• Post facility maintenance projects have included: Repair of broken security
system cameras; replace unsafe bar floor mats—the cabinets fell apart while
moving and were also replaced; cleaning of the hall floor and chairs; and painting
of our parking lot lines.
• All other money expenditures have been normal expenses, such as monthly bills
and annual charity contributions to the organizations we support, or new
contributions like the Veterans Day Parade
-Conclusion: Due to the increased patronage and support we have received from
members of all entities, Legion, S.A.L, A.L.R, and Auxiliary, our post has been able to
contribute more to our programs and charities. We have also been able to accomplish
needed facility maintenance. We are not going bankrupt or spending excessively.
-In the Future: I will report monthly and total revenue increases or decreases in this
bulletin, and the Finance Officer or I can meet with you to answer any concerns (Richard
has always offered this-THANKS!). Additionally, I would ask all that you talk to Richard
or me before making unsubstantiated statements among the membership concerning
finances—it is detrimental to our Post in many ways. Also, the correct way to address
this is to show up at the meeting in person to voice your concerns or file an incident
report at the Post.
See you at the Super Bowl Party on Sunday--LET’S HAVE ANOTHER FUN MONTH!
For God and Country,
Bill Moore
Commander
NEWS FROM THE SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Hello fellow S.A.L. members,
The 2015 S.A.L.4th Annual Golf Tournament is February 15th. The sign-up sheets are
at the bar. Please sign up with a Foursome or as a Single golfer ASAP--the 10 am Tee
Time is already full but we still have slots open for 8 and 12. This event helps our S.A.L.
do a lot of good for our Charities and we need you to support it. Lou Napolitano has
been doing a fantastic job picking up new sponsors and doing whatever it takes to ensure
this will be another great event. We still will need members to help with the food serving
as well as activities run back at the pavilion when the golfers return for lunch. I hope to
see you there!
I would like to thank those that came out to the S.A.L. Camp Fire Jam Saturday night.
The wind was not very cooperative and we had to hold the event inside the pavilion. We
were able to raise some good money selling Food and Jello Shots and made a
contribution to the Auxilary Service Dog Project. Congratulations to Brian Davis, he
won the S.A.L. Propane Fire Pit Raffle. I am sure it will get some good use on these cold
evenings.
Your S.A.L. needs your help! We need help staffing our kitchen. Currently we are down
to 2 cooks. Dolly has been kind enough to volunteer to help us out and fill in once a
month and that has been a great help. (THANK YOU DOLLY & GIL). This is our main
means of cash flow for the S.A.L. The kitchen is how we are able to do so much for our
Charities and help with things around the Post. I need 2 more Cooks and possibly a
Dishwasher. This way our volunteers will only have to work once a month on a Sunday.
We need your help.
We still have several outstanding Membership dues. Please try to take care of that
ASAP. The Monthly S.A.L. Meeting is the 1st Monday of every Month at 7pm at Post 1.
We would really like to see you there.
For God and Country,
Brad Parsons
Squadron 1 Commander
Post 1 Help Wanted Bulletin Listings
Ron Preacher __ (321) 745-5405 -preacher@mail.com - Bike Detailing
Mickey Tutolo -- (321) 269-4221 - Scrap Removal , Haul away appliances and metals.
Ray Cook -- (321) 391-8037 Raycatng@yahoo.com * Computer Issues
Larry Abney -- (321) 432-4774 - Handyman Service, Pool/Waterfall Design
Mike Grumbly -- (321) 403-6578 -- Certified Auto /Truck Mechanics, Electrical work,
Painting, Roofing
If you would like to list a Trade or Skill that you have please contact Brad
Parsons at Post1HelpWanted@gmail.com
This is a list of members that are offering their skills for hire. Hopefully, this will help our
Post by giving us quick reference options of Legion Members to call for services needed.
The American Legion does not endorse or have any liability of workmanship provided by
the people listed.
EVENTS CALENDAR
~ February 2015 ~
◄ January
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
March ►
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
BINGO
1 PM---?
S.A.L
MEETING
7:00 PM
BINGO 12:30 PM
AUXILIARY
E-BOARD
MTG 7:00 PM
DANCE 7PM
Golf League-9AM
Willow Lakes
Riders Mtg 10AM
SUPER BOWL
PARTY 6:30-?
PIZZA
5-7 PM
ROCKIN’ ROBIN
KARAOKE 6-9
GUITAR DAN
6-10
MEAT SHOOT 1PM
LUNCH 11-3
Wayne Fowler 7-11
KARAOKE
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
BINGO
1 PM---?
LEGIONNAIRE
E-BOARD MTG
7:00 PM
BINGO 12:30 PM
AUXILIARY
GEN MTG
7:00 PM
DANCE 7PM
Golf League-9AM
Willow Lakes
RIDERS BIKE DAY
IN PAVILION WITH
MEAL & MUSIC
1-6pm
Wayne Fowler 7-11
KARAOKE
PIZZA
5-7 PM
BUCK AND SANDY
KARAOKE 6-9
15
16
BINGO
1 PM---?
LEGIONNAIRE
BINGO 12:30 PM
GENERAL
MEMBERSHIP MTG
7:00 PM
S.A.L. GOLF
TOURNAMENT
17
VICKY AND DAVE
6-10
18
19
20
21
ROCKIN’ ROBIN
KARAOKE 6-9
DANCE 7PM
Golf League-9AM
Willow Lakes
MEAT SHOOT 1PM
LUNCH 11-3
JJ Martin 6-10
RIDERS RIB
DINNER 5-8
Wayne Fowler 7-11
KARAOKE
PIZZA
5-7 PM
22
23
BINGO
1 PM---?
24
25
26
27
28
BINGO 12:30 PM
Buck and Sandy
KARAOKE 6-9
DANCE 7PM
Golf League-9AM
Willow Lakes
FAMILY FUN DAY!
11-4.
STUDEBAKER
HAWK 6-10
Wayne Fowler 7-11
KARAOKE
PIZZA
5-7 PM
FROM BEHIND THE BAR:
Can you believe that January is already gone?? It really is true, time flies when you're
having fun, and we are definitely having fun at Post 1! Thank you to all of our members
that are making this happen. The bartender appreciation night was great and our
"bartenders" …did a great job. The SAL jam in the pavilion showcased the talents of
some of our members and a good time was had by all!
Friday night dinner and music is a wonderful way to start your weekend. We are
bringing in some different music and returning some favorites. Wednesday and Saturday
karaoke is a lot of fun. Come on in and give it a try.
February is bringing more events! The Auxiliary is hosting a Valentine's Dinner on the
14th and a Family Day on the 28th, raising funds for a support dog, with a little bit of
something for everyone. The SAL has a golf tournament on the 15th, and there are still
slots available. The Riders have their bike day on the 14th and rib night on the 21st.
Wow, can we have a little more fun?
We are still having drink specials and on Mondays if you come in for lunch, your first
draft beer is FREE!! Wells and domestics are $1.50 on Mondays and Thursdays, buckets
are 6 for $10.00 Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
Thanks to everyone for their continued support!!
Your bartenders,
Crystal, Donna, Hazel, Marion, Michelle and Shari
DINING MENU
~ February 2015 ~
◄ January
Sun
1
Mon
2
S.A.L. BREAKFAST TACO WRAPS
8-11 AM
REGULAR MENU
S.A.L LUNCH
Tue
Wed
March ►
Thu
Fri
3
4
5
LIVER AND
ONIONS,
CHOPPED STEAK
RIBS W/FIXENS
REGULAR MENU
REGULAR MENU
PIZZA, CALZONES, DAY & NIGHT:
STROMBOLI
SEAFOOD
SPECIALS
CHICKEN
PARMESAN
NIGHT:
PRIME RIB
WINGS
6
Sat
7
MEAT SHOOT
1PM-?
LUNCH SERVED
DURING EVENT
8
9
S.A.L. BREAKFAST TACO WRAPS
8-11 AM
REGULAR MENU
S.A.L LUNCH
15
16
S.A.L. BREAKFAST TACO WRAPS
8-11 AM
REGULAR MENU
S.A.L LUNCH
22
23
S.A.L. BREAKFAST TACO WRAPS
8-11 AM
REGULAR MENU
S.A.L LUNCH
10
11
12
LIVER AND
ONIONS,
CHOPPED STEAK
RIBS W/FIXENS
PIZZA, CALZONES, DAY & NIGHT:
STROMBOLI
SEAFOOD
SPECIALS
REGULAR MENU
REGULAR MENU
17
18
LIVER AND
ONIONS,
CHOPPED STEAK
WINGS
REGULAR MENU
NO RIBS
WINGS
REGULAR MENU
13
NIGHT:
PRIME RIB
RIDERS BIKE DAY
IN PAVILION WITH
MEAL & MUSIC
1-6pm
VALENTINES DAY
PRIME RIB DINNER
5-7
19
20
21
PIZZA
ONLY
DAY & NIGHT:
SEAFOOD
SPECIALS
MEAT SHOOT
1PM-?
LUNCH SERVED
DURING EVENT
NIGHT:
PRIME RIB
24
25
26
LIVER AND
ONIONS,
CHOPPED STEAK
RIBS W/FIXENS
PIZZA, CALZONES, DAY & NIGHT:
STROMBOLI
SEAFOOD
SPECIALS
REGULAR MENU
REGULAR MENU
WINGS
14
27
RIDERS RIB
DINNER 5-8
28
NIGHT:
PRIME RIB
Hello from the Kitchen,
I will not be at the Post from Feb 16-20 and will return to work on
Feb 23. Carol White will be covering the kitchen during my
absence and we will not serve ribs on Feb 18. Additionally, there
will be only pizza on Feb 19—no stromboli or calzones.
Starting March 5th, we will be serving one topping mini-pizzas for
$5 and Rudy’s Special mini-stromboli for $6 as Thursday Lunch
Specials only.
Remember that all of our Dining Staff are volunteers and work for
tips only!
Look forward to seeing all when I get back!!
Rudy and Staff
IF YOU ARE BRINGING A PARTY OF SIX OR MORE TO
EVENING DINING,
PLEASE CALL 24 HOURS PRIOR TO ENSURE WE WILL
HAVE YOUR MEALS READY!
AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS NEWS
Greetings Riders,
Looks like winter is upon us, but that does not stop the Riders from riding! Great turn out
for our Ride to Black Hammock Fish Camp.
Here are a few events we have coming up this month:
• Rider meeting will be Feb. 7th at 10:00 am in the Legion Hall, bring your ideas
and suggestions. March is Daytona Bike Week and coming fast. We have a lot of
good times planned
• February 14th is our “Bike Day” from 1-6 pm. This month we will have the band
“Studebaker Hawk” playing Classic Rock Jams
• Riders Meat Shoot Bingo, Feb. 21st. Starting at 1:00 pm. We have really been
having a good showing on this event.
Here we go--going to bring an old favorite back-- ALR RIB NIGHT on Sat. Feb. 21st,
from 5:00-8:00 pm. Then after dinner stick around and listen to some of our Riders sing
Karaoke with Wayne Fowler. Watch for the flyers, facebook, and emails going out about
this good time.
Ride Safe, Ride Smart, Ride On.
For God and Country,
Ken Shoemaker
Asst. Director
American Legion Riders, Chapter 1
GOLF NEWS
We golf at Willow Lakes Golf & RV resort in Mims starting at 9:00am on Fridays and
have around 25-30 Golfers every week, just show up and if needed we will place you
with someone or group to play with. We play 18 holes on a 9 hole (fun) course and cost is
$15.00 for 18 holes and a $3.00 fee for the prize fund.
Starting February 6th the Gold tournament begins. You must golf 3 out of 4 Fridays to be
eligible in February.
See you on the course
Ray Parker (513) 484-6267
League Secretary
RIDERS BIKE DAY AND MEAL: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY
14TH, 1PM;
FOOD AND MUSIC! COME ENJOY THE FUN!
AUXILIARY NEWS—PRESIDENTS MESSAGE
For those who wish to treat their Sweetheart to an especially delicious Prime Rib dinner,
Pat Jedlicka will be preparing this special meal on February 14 from 5-7 p.m. Tickets
will be sold in advance. Please contact Cathie at 610.715.2237 to reserve your tickets.
Family Fun Day is fast approaching. Remember Saturday, February 28, 2015 for this
very special community event. Please see the flyer inserted for information about the
many great things going on that day.
Please mark your calendars for the following activities:
February 14 Valentine’s Day Prime Rib Dinner prepared by Pat Jedlicka
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February 28 Family Fun Day
–4pm
March 14
Corned Beef and Cabbage prepared by Dick Osada
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5-7 p
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5-7 p
Be sure to check out our Facebook page, ALA Titusville Unit 1, Inc., for current info and
to comment on anything or make suggestions.
When thanking all of those who helped with the Children’s Christmas Party, I forgot to
express our gratitude to Marie Martinico and Carol Martinico for their generous
donations of gifts for the children and tree decorating. My apologies to both and to all I
forgot to mention.
For God, Country and Community,
Cathie McMullin, President
Auxilary Membership
To anyone who missed the Auxiliary Christmas party, we missed you! A good time was
had by all and we had lots of good food and fellowship.
Renewals for 2015 are at 75% so we still have many members who have not renewed.
After January 1, the Daily and Weekly Drawing list will be updated to remove all unpaid
members until dues are up to date. I congratulate all the members who got their renewals
in promptly and encourage the rest to submit $30 for senior and $6 for junior members
ASAP.
As we start the New Year, please come out and attend Unit Meetings on the second
Wednesday each month at 7 PM. We are accomplishing so much for our veterans and our
communities. It is exciting to be a part of that.
Donna Shearer, Unit 1 Membership Chairman