Larry E. Bennett Post 255
35 E. 18th Street National City, California 91950


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SONS OF THE LEGION SQUADRON 255

COMMANDER - BOB TAFT

1ST VICE COMMANDER - DENNIS ANDERSEN

2ND VICE COMMANDER - DAVID PORTILLO

ADJUTANT - SCOTT EMERSON

CHAPLAIN - J.B. JOHNSON

fROM THE COMMANDER'S DESK

 

Wounded Warriers – Saturday, October 9th 6:30 PM is a Wild Wild West Casino Night benefiting our Combat Injured Veterans and celebrating Bonita Equestrian Therapy’s 25th Birthday.  See flier on bulletin board at the Post for details on how you can support this effort.

 

Tuesday, October 19th is the date Post 255 S.A.L. Commander Bob Taft is working on for a Fishing Trip for Wounded Warriors.  He is also trying to arrange a pre-fishing dinner for Sunday, October 17th where the sponsors can meet and get to know the Wounded Warriors before the fishing trip.  More details to come. We are looking for everyone’s support and help.

Boys State – Our delegates from Sweetwater High School, Cesar Flores and Danny Varela, came to the Post monthly meeting share their experiences at the 73rd Session of the California Boys State Event.  They both had a great time and learning experience and expressed their sincere gratitude for their sponsorship by the Post.

Cesar passed the Boys State Bar Exam, was Assistant Police Chief (City of Burbank), worked late into the night on campaigns for several candidates, and his city receive the Model City Award.  Cesar was also on the City’s Election Board and help count all the votes in the elections.   Danny ran for several offices. Although he did not win he did receive a good number of votes.   He was a member of the Wig Party. He learned about the branches of government.  It was a rewarding experience.  He was also on the Stanford City football team.

Dues for 2011 – Don’t wait until the last minute.  Be an Early Bird.  Nice to get this done early. 

SAL 2ND ANNUAL GOLF TOURNEY CHRISTMAS FOR THE CHILDREN

October 9, 2010, 8 AM, Tecelote Golf Course

Information sign up sheet at the Post.

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