News and Announcements

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February 1 2012

Boys State Report

10th District Meeting

January 28, 2012

William Merritt Hallock Post 155

The program this year will again be 5 days, from June 24^th  thru June 29^th .  The cost per boy has not changed, still $300 per boy, plus county expenses. Also still at S.U.N.Y. Morrisville. Department and counselors are not very happy with the five day program and are planning on going back to the six day schedule.

Department is trying something new this year: APPLICATIONS ON LINE. They also tried to have the booklet that goes with the application at mid-winter, but ran out: as usual people took more than they should have. They will be mailing the rest of the booklets out soonest (But I would call to make sure). The reason for all this is mailing costs, with another cost increase due soon.

The way they are hoping to have it work this year is as follows:

1.      Post chairmen will contact dept. and get a password. They interview the boys, make their selections, and then the selected candidates are given the password.

2.      The selected candidates then go on line and open the application with their password. They fill out all the personal information and send that to Dept.(Ann) Then they print the application and get parents signature, school officials signature, notarize where necessary.

3.      Send the application to the post chairman, who then sends it to the county chairman so he has it before April 29th .  

4.      The county chairman then gets a check and sends all applications at one mailing to Dept. before May 14th .

        5.      F.Y.I. It was stated, and I quote: "The quotas assigned more than equal the number of openings for boys this year". This means, the

                last applications received may be returned, so get them in on time !!

 6.   Just an idea. But if post and county chairmen want to save some phone calls and mailing, get an e-mail address from your candidates. Kids live, eat and sleep with their computers and fancy phones and will answer electronic mail faster and more reliably.

Now, the key word above is "hoping". The software guy says all will be in place very soon. If not, I imagine we will be notified A.S.A.P. Post Chairmen, don't worry, the boys know how to work a computer, nothing that you have to worry about, you just pay attention to the cut-off dates!! There is also a DVD out with a statement about Boys State by Tom Brokaw, or you can e-rnail executive director John Murphy at drsjem@prodigy.net and he will send a file you can download. Ann Brown also has the DVD from last year if you need a copy.

Keep in mind that all this is "a work in progress" and be patient. And, last night I tried to go into the Dept. Legion programs under Boys State, and got sent on a wild goose chase. They are working on it, but if you go underneath the Cmdrs. picture to related links, you can get in. So just be patient.

Philip J. Gomez

Past 10th Dist. Cmdr.

10^th Dist. Boys State Director. 

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January 31 2012

Veteran’s Emergency Housing Summit

17 Feb 2012

Presented by:

Farmingdale State College Office of Veteran’s Affairs

And veterans entrepreneurial development initiatives, inc. (vedi)

“The nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten”

President Calvin Coolidge

You are invited to attend the Veteran’s Emergency Housing Summit at Farmingdale State College at 9:30 AM on Friday 17 FEB 2012, in the Loft Lounge of Farmingdale State’s Roosevelt Hall.  We will discuss issues pertinent to the plight of homeless veterans and their families as well as the ongoing dilemma of unemployment and underemployment for veterans of the Global War on Terror.  There will be a light breakfast served.  Space is limited for this action focused event

Eric.farina@farmingdale.edu or call  631-794-6168

Please RSVP to Farmingdale’s Director of Veteran’s Affairs as soon as possible.  If you cannot attend yourself, please send a representative

Eric Farina

Director of Veterans Affairs

Farmingdale State College

2350 Broadhollow Rd

Farmingdale NY11735

631-794-6168

faciendum est

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January 23, 2012

American Legion Family and Friends:

You and your members are cordially Invited to attend and be a part of the celebration honoring National Commander Fang A.Wong during his official "New York Homecoming” to be held at the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, 660 Albany-Shaker Road, Albany, New York 12211 Friday and Saturday May 11-12, 2012.

A number of events are planned to occupy your time leading up to the main event on Saturday evening. We hope you will take part in as many of these activities as possible which highlight some of the many attractions Albany, new York has to offer. Please refer to the enclosed housing and activities forms for all events and costs.

The main event will be a homecoming Testimonial Dinner on Saturday evening, May 12 at the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center. The festivities will commence at 5:30 pm with a social hour, dinner to follow at 6:30 pm. Your meal choice will be Roasted prime Rib of Beef, Chicken Normande or Herb Basted Salmon at a cost of $50.00 each. This event will be Black Tie Optional with gentlemen wearing black jacket tuxedo) if available without renting) and ladies in proper evening attire.

The enclosed hotel reservation form and event registration forms:

provide all of the information needed to have an enjoyable weekend. Please take the time to make copies of these forms and give to others that may wish to attend. You may also obtain these forms by going to the New York American Legion web page at www.ny.legion.org.In as much as all hotel rooms and and events have a limited capacity your response is requested as soon as possible, but no later than April 1,2012. Your early response is sincerely appreciated.

Robert L. Morrill

          The American Legion

          112 State Street,

          Albany, NY 12207

It is our sincere desire that you join us on this festive occasion which promises to be the highlight of our American Legion Year.

Sincerely,

Robert L. Morrill

Campaign Chairman

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January 15, 2012

A Memorial Service for the late Evajane Carbone, Past Madam President of Suffolk County American Legion Auxiliary will be held on March 5, 2012.

 Date: March 5th

Time:  9:00 am

Place: St. Joseph’s RC Church

            39 Carll Ave.

            Babylon, NY 11702

            631-669-0068

 Refreshments after Mass at”

            American Legion Post 1015

            70 Elm Street

            Copiague, NY 11726

            631-691-7490

 RSVP NLT Feb 15th to Gene Carbone 631-691-2477)

Or  PenandInk45@optonline.net

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January 6, 2012

The Annual Four Chaplains Service will be conducted at Joseph Loeffler Post 1006, Brentwood on Sunday, February 12th at 2:00 pm.

On February 3, 1943, the U.S.A.T. DORCHESTER was tragically sunk by a torpedo from a German U-Boat. Of the 902 young men on board, only 230 survived. Many of those survivors owe their lives to the courage and leadership exhibited by the heroic Four Chaplains, who, in sacrificing their lives, created a unique legacy of brotherhood. The four chaplains put the lives of others before their own by directing frightened service members to lifeboats, distributing life jackets, and putting their own life jackets on young soldiers.

This year, The Suffolk County American Legion will pay tribute to those courageous Chaplains and the 672 brave young men who lost their lives on that fateful night.

This service also honors all those who have served, and whose courage and faith have sustained our country.

Please make every effort to participate in this annual service. As we come together as fellow Legionnaires of different faiths, let us renew our commitment of selfless service to our fellow veterans, our active duty military and our Nation.

Spouses, children and grandchildren are welcome.

The Place: Joseph Loeffler Post 1006, 198 First Street, Brentwood

The Date: Sunday, February 12

The Time: 2:00 pm    

Light refreshments will be served after the ceremony

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December 15, 2011

Operation: HOPE

Those that have served our nation in combat often face exceptional obstacles readjusting to civilian life.  These may range from severe physical injury to post traumatic stress disorder, as well as the challenge of beginning a new career in a weak economy.  

 Families of those serving, as well as those who made the ultimate sacrifice, often have difficulty making ends meet, along with the psychological scar of an extended absence or lost loved one. 

 Long Island has the second largest veteran population in the United States.  To help the many that are struggling and in need of food assistance, Island Harvest is launching Operation: HOPE – a new program specifically designed to assist veterans and the families of active duty personnel deployed overseas.

 Program Description

Thanks to the generosity of NBTY Helping Hands Charity, Island Harvest has secured a refrigerated Operation: HOPE van.   Staffed with volunteers who are also veterans, and working with local veterans organizations, Operation: HOPE will deliver food and supplies to the doors of Long Island veterans and their families 2 days a week.  In addition, Operation: HOPE volunteers will provide information and referrals to link veterans and military families with benefits and services that can help them.

 Partnerships Needed

To ensure Operation: HOPE’s optimal impact, Island Harvest seeks partners who can provide:

·         financial contributions so that we can leverage our resources to secure the needed food, supplies and services to support this program

·         information on where veterans and their families are located, (we will direct referrals to our veteran partner agencies to pre-screen applicants)

·         veterans who are willing to volunteer driving the van and assisting with referrals, and

·         information on various benefits and services that can help veterans and military families.

For more information contact, Nicole Christensen at (516)294-8528 or Nicole@islandharvest.org

LEGISLATOR STERN DECLARES SEPTEMBER 16th AMERICAN LEGION DAY IN SUFFOLK COUNTY

Joins with Legislator Wayne Horsley to Honor Veterans Service Organization

Pictured L-R: Paul DeVaul, Past County Commander, Suffolk County American Legion, Legislator Wayne Horsley, Thomas Bergin, County Commander, Suffolk County  American Legion, Legislator Steve Stern, Joseph Regina, Vice Commander, Suffolk County American Legion, Bob Romano, Suffolk County American Legion Historian

Huntington, N.Y. - Suffolk County Legislator Steve Stern (D-Huntington) 16th L.D., Chairman of the Veterans and Seniors Committee and Legislator Wayne Horsley (D-Babylon) 14th LD are proud to announce that their legislation declaring September 16th “American Legion Day” in Suffolk County passed unanimously at the September General meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature.  A Color Guard representing the Suffolk County American Legion presented the colors to open the session.

The American Legion is the nation’s largest veteran’s service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security and continued devotion to our service members and to our veterans. 

“Legionnaires work to preserve and maintain law and order, foster a sense of national pride and instill a sense of community across our great country.   It is indeed fitting that Suffolk County designates September 16^th as “American Legion Day” to honor the great men and women who have served our country and continue their commitment to our community today,” said Horsley.

“As Chairman of the Veterans and Seniors Committee, I am privileged to work with and for the brave men and women who have and who continue to sacrifice so much to protect our freedom and our way of life,” Legislator Stern said.  “I am honored to join with Legislator Horsley to declare September 16th “American Legion Day” in Suffolk County and to have the opportunity to demonstrate to our active military and to our veterans and their families how deeply grateful we are to the members of the American Legion for their continuing service to our great nation.”

Steve Stern Suffolk County Legislator 16th Legislative District 1842 E. Jericho Tpke, Ste. P Huntington, New York  11743 (631) 854-5100

Posted 08 27 11

W. Michael Bowen Dept. Commander's Pin

Department Commander W. Michael Bowen will award the Department Commander's Pin to all those who sign up five or more new or reinstated members, or transferring five or more Post 0001 members for the 2012 Membership Year.

Please see the attachment below for details and for a printable application form to be sent to Cassi LaBarr:

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Posted 08 16 11

The VA Clinic at Riverhead

Presents

Dementia Care Class

For Veterans and their families

Meeting First Friday of every month at 1:00 pm starting September 2, 2011

See flyer on Bulletin Board Page

Please see printable pdf flyer below and distribute at your Post

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