What do you think of when somebody says "fall"? Well, you think of Fall Suppers, of course! The annual Fall Supper here at Branch #52, Stonewall, will be held on Sunday, October 16. This is a co-operative event, and we look forward to having participation from lots of our Members. Work Parties will be held in the Hall on October 14 and 15 at 9 a.m. to prepare for the supper.
In case you didn't know, Shaw wifi is available at the Legion for those who are Shaw customers.
The big news from August is that on August 31, 2016, our Chase the Queen event saw another big winner! The draw was worth $30487...congrats Denis and Karen. Denis picked the
Queen of Clubs! The 50/50 was worth $2070.50.
President Tim Williams commented: Another
successful 52 week run! Congratulations to Dennis and Karen on their win. Big
thank you to all of the volunteers and patrons that keep coming back week after
week to try their luck. Trying something new next week with 50% of the nights
sales going into the pot and the individual that gets the opportunity to pick
for the Queen will automatically win 10% of the nights sales and the Legion
keeping 40% to give away as donations! Since we started in 2014, the lucky 7
individuals have won a combined total of $115,787! Hope to see you next week!
And of course there is still the 50-50!
Comrade Williams further commented that he wishes to thank the many people who worked so hard to pull off yet another successful Quarry Days Weekend! We could not do it without you-- all of you! Thanks are also extended to those who have volunteered to run our barbecues each Friday night throughout the summer season. Job well done! The last barbecue of the 2016 will be from 5:30-7 p.m. on September 23.
Did you wonder what we do with all the money from our fundraising efforts? Check out our web page to see a list of the community groups and charities that we support every year. In addition, we undertake special projects from time to time. Thanks to the efforts of our many dedicated volunteers, we are able to help others. A project that we are hoping to start soon is to replace the 3 awfully uncomfortable gurneys in the ER Observation Room at our local hospital with proper beds. We will be working very closely with hospital administration and staff on this endeavor.
If you are wondering why your Membership Dues seem to be a bit higher than last year, it is because Dominion Command has raised their rates and we have to raise ours to cover the increase. Get your 2017 Membership by November 30, 2016 and have your name entered into the EARLY BIRD DRAW to win a FREE Membership for 2018! Don't wait! Don't procrastinate!
The new fees are as follows:
Early Bird for Members over 70 years old with 3 years service: $35.00
Early Bird for Members under 70 years old: $40.00
Regular Membership Renewal after Nov. 30/16: $45.00
Renewals are available at the Bar in the Club Room, or from the Secretary. If you qualify for the "over 70" discount, be sure to mention it!
If you have any photos or artifacts you would be willing to share, please contact Catherine Precourt, Quarry Park Heritage Arts Centre, 204-467-7980; catherine@stonewall.ca
Comrade Williams further commented that he wishes to thank the many people who worked so hard to pull off yet another successful Quarry Days Weekend! We could not do it without you-- all of you! Thanks are also extended to those who have volunteered to run our barbecues each Friday night throughout the summer season. Job well done! The last barbecue of the 2016 will be from 5:30-7 p.m. on September 23.
Did you wonder what we do with all the money from our fundraising efforts? Check out our web page to see a list of the community groups and charities that we support every year. In addition, we undertake special projects from time to time. Thanks to the efforts of our many dedicated volunteers, we are able to help others. A project that we are hoping to start soon is to replace the 3 awfully uncomfortable gurneys in the ER Observation Room at our local hospital with proper beds. We will be working very closely with hospital administration and staff on this endeavor.
If you are wondering why your Membership Dues seem to be a bit higher than last year, it is because Dominion Command has raised their rates and we have to raise ours to cover the increase. Get your 2017 Membership by November 30, 2016 and have your name entered into the EARLY BIRD DRAW to win a FREE Membership for 2018! Don't wait! Don't procrastinate!
The new fees are as follows:
Early Bird for Members over 70 years old with 3 years service: $35.00
Early Bird for Members under 70 years old: $40.00
Regular Membership Renewal after Nov. 30/16: $45.00
Renewals are available at the Bar in the Club Room, or from the Secretary. If you qualify for the "over 70" discount, be sure to mention it!
Answering the Call, Honouring All Who Served
The Stonewall Municipal Heritage Committee is seeking photos of local
residents who served or are currently serving in the Canadian Forces,
for inclusion in this year's Stonewall Remembers exhibit entitled
"Answering the Call, Honouring All Who Served", from October 31-
November 13, 2016.If you have any photos or artifacts you would be willing to share, please contact Catherine Precourt, Quarry Park Heritage Arts Centre, 204-467-7980; catherine@stonewall.ca
Here's what we will be doing down at the Legion in the next couple of months:
Sept.
2: Meat Draw 6:30-7:30; 50-50 8 pm
Sept.
9: Meat Draw 6:30-7:30; 50-50 8 pm
Sept.
13: Exec meeting 7, General meeting 8 pm
Sept.
16: Meat Draw 6:30-7:30; 50-50 8 pm
Sept.
18-24: Legion Week
Sept.
18: Church parade on Sun Sep 18 at 10 am
at the Catholic Church
Sept.
22: Alzheimer Tea, including a
presentation & Bake Sale
Sept.
23: Meat Draw 6:30-7:30; 50-50 8 pm
Sept.
24: Members’ Night at 7 p.m. in the Club
Room; HALO JUMP is the band
Sept.
30: Meat Draw 6:30-7:30; 50-50 8 pm
Oct
6: Crib starts 7 p.m. sharp
Oct.
7: Meat Draw 6:30-7:30; 50-50 8 pm
Oct.
10: Thanksgiving; Club Room Closed
Oct. 11: Exec meeting 7, General meeting 8 pm
Oct.
14: Meat Draw 6:30-7:30; 50-50 8 pm
Oct.
16: Annual Fall Supper in the Hall
Nov
5: Vets Dinner and Dance; cocktails at 5:30, dinner at 6:30; the band FLASHBACKS starts at 8
Nov.
11: Remembrance Day service in the Hall
starts at 10:45 a.m., followed by refreshments
Dec.
3: Breakfast with Santa in the Hall
Dec. 31: Celebrate New Year's Eve with the band CELEBRATIONS
Feb. 18: Bonspiel Weekend entertainment in the Club Room with the band MARVELS
Dec. 31: Celebrate New Year's Eve with the band CELEBRATIONS
Feb. 18: Bonspiel Weekend entertainment in the Club Room with the band MARVELS
Reminders of Weekly Events For further information, phone 204-467-2261
Bingo
– Mon nights at 7 for the Early Birds
Seniors’
Bingo – Tues afternoons at 1:30
Chase
the Queen – Wed evenings 7:30 – 8:30
Crib
– Thursday nights at 7 sharp
Meat
Draw – Friday nights starting at 6:30
