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ANNUAL LEGION EVENTS
HAM SHOOTS TURKEY SHOOTS RAFFLE BONANZA
(9:30 a.m. to dusk) . (9:30 a.m. to dusk) (11:00 am)
4/2/17 11/6/16 10/23/16 4/9/17 11/13/16
11/20/16
SPECIAL EVENTS
10/1/16 Oktoberfest
11/11/16 Veteran’s Day Ceremony 12/3/16 Steakfry Family Dinner
570 S. Gary Ave • Carol Stream, IL 60188 • 630-682-0076
Visit our Web Site at www.americanlegionpost76.org
Perrottet/Nickerson
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October 2016
“The Spirit of 76”
Post News Bob Mischler, Commander
Our Legion recently found we have been in possession of 5 sites in the Wheaton
Cemetery. The Wheaton Cemetery has offered to purchase these sites to resell them. Before
doing so, the executive board voted to offer them to Legion members for $1250 each. If you are
interested, contact the post before Dec 31, 2016 on a first come basis.
Elections for Building and Grounds will be held at the Oct Post meeting. Nominees are
Dale Alden, Jim Goepel and Bob Smid. Additionally, Mike Stange to fill the remainder of Larry
Hoffman’s term.
Find the latest information on our web site at americanlegionpost76.org
We will not be meeting this month, I'll keep you posted when our next meeting will take place. We
have an October Fest on the first, a fantastic meal for only $10. Friday night bingo could use some
additional help. Even if you can only help once a month, that would be great. It's pretty easy and we
provide the training if needed.
For God and County Since 1919
Ken, aka “Curly”
In the event of death or illness, please contact either the Commander, Chaplain, or Color Guard Commander.
Chaplain: Stanley Luboff, 630/871-0227 Color Guard Commander: Sandy Lykins, III, 630/436-0241
630-768-4666
Bob
Nothing great is ever achieved without enthusiasm.
Hello Auxiliary Ladies!!!
I hope that everyone has enjoyed a wonderful and relaxing summer. The Ladies Auxiliary is
ready for another wonderful year here at Post 76.
On August 13,2016 we had a wonderful Installation. Our installing team: Installing Officer: Carol
Miller, Installing Chaplain: Catie Powel, and Installing Sergeant-at- Arms: Brittany Vermillion,
installed our new officers for 2016-2017:
President: Sheila Meyer
Vice President: Emily Goepel
Secretary: Pam Powell
Treasure: Mary Hollis
Historian: Cathy Halfpenny
Chaplain: Bobbie Westernhausen
Sergeant-at- Arms: Barb Goepel
Assistant Sergeant-at- Arms: Marie Mereck
We have a lot of fun and exciting events coming up.
On October 15 we have our annual Fall Craft Show. There are still some spaces available, if you
of someone you know are crafters or home based vendor business owners and would like to get in
the show. And if you are not a crafter, then please come out and shop. And if you have some
time to spare, we can definitely use your help. It is a busy and fun event, the more helpers the
better. We are also looking for the Auxiliary members to bake for the bake sale table.
In November are the Turkey shoots – The Ladies Auxiliary provides the lunch on those days. If
you are avail to help in the kitchen, let us know, we can certainly use the help.
Our next meeting will be on Oct 3 @ 6:30pm. I hope to see you there.
Thank you for your continued support of our Veterans.
Sheila
Post Sponsored News
As most of you are aware, our post has sponsored many activities over the years.
Boy Scouts, Baseball, Gifts to the Yanks and School awards to name a few.
This year, a distinct event came to our attention. Kathryn Ryken, one of the 2016
American Legion Award recipients at Wheaton Christian Grammar School was the
second generation in her family to receive this award. Her father, Philip Ryken, also
received the same award in 1980.
Pictured below is Kathryn and her father Philip, the first (to our knowledge) two
generation award recipients.
PERROTTET-NICKERSON POST 76
AMERICAN LEGION
Minutes of the regular meeting held 6 September 2016
Call to Order: Senior Vice Commander Stange called the meeting to order at 1933 hours.
The colors were saluted. The opening prayer was offered. The POW/MIA flag was properly placed on an empty
chair in accordance with National Resolution 288. The pledge of allegiance and the Preamble of the Constitution of
the American Legion were recited in due form
Reading of Minutes: The minutes of the meeting of 2 August 2016 have been published and copies circulated
around the Post hall. Motion by Miller, second by Luboff to approve. Motion passed.
Committee Reports:
Adjutant: No report
Finance Officer: Meyer reported the Post bank balance. Motion by Luboff, seconded by Miller, to approve report
subject to audit. Motion passed.
Senior Vice Commander: Stange reported 2017 membership results as follows – 177 dues paid vs.258 goal,
68.60%
Junior Vice Commander: No Report
Color Guard: No Report.
Building & Grounds: Mero reported that our request for a grant from Home Depot to finance our lighting
renovation project has been denied. He will follow up seeking more information regarding the denial and the
procedure for reapplying,
Alden reported that the fence bordering our property with the residences will be moved, eliminating the
infringement on our property line.
Auxiliary: No report
SAL: 34 of 49 (69.3%) have paid their 2017 dues. Will meet next week.
Baseball: D. Miller noted that more boys than can be accommodated desire to try out for our team.
Boy Scouts: No report
Boys State: No report.
Sick Call & Memorials: We mourn the passing of member Larry Hoffman. Sandy Lykins recently underwent
shoulder surgery and is recovering nicely.
Service Officer: Fixler mentioned a VAC sponsored seminar to be held at the County building on 7 September.
A variety of subjects of interest to veterans will be discussed. Mero will be attending.
On 1 October, Villa Park VFW will be holding a Welcome Home party for all veterans.
The mobile Hines Hospital van visits the Naperville VFW on the 1st Tuesday of each month to provide
assistance to veterans. The van visits the DuPage County complex on the 1st Wednesday of each month.
Luboff noted that the State of Illinois has a program in place to assist veterans with business development.
The State is opening a facility in Salem, IL to assist in the care of Alzheimer’s disease.
District: No report
Old Business: Oktoberfest is scheduled for 1 October. A signup sheet for helpers was passed around Stange
mentioned that Jasper Meats is supplying the meats at very reasonable prices.
New Business: Miller, as Chairman of the Nominating Committee consisting of Mero, Haustknecht, and
himself submitted the following names for election to the B & G Executive Board: Dale Alden, Jim Goepel
and Bob Smid. Additionally, Mike Stange was nominated to fill the remaining portion of the late Larry
Hoffman’s term. Goepel moved, DelVecchio seconded to close nominations. Motion passed. Elections will
be held at the October regular Post meeting.
DelVecchio volunteered to purchase and install blinds on the doors at the northwest corner of the hall. Thank
you, Mike.
Good of the Legion: The County has established an Honors Reward program working with participating
vendors to provide discounts for veterans. See Steve Fixler for details.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP OUT AT BINGO ON FRIDAY NIGHTS!!!! Bingo is a very vital
fund raiser for the Post, and we cannot afford to lose revenue due to lack of volunteers. Please see Sandy
Lykins.
Calendar Review: The calendar for the next two months was reviewed.
Next Post meeting is 4 October 2016.
Commanders Comments: None.
The POW/MIA flag was recovered.
The closing prayer was recited, and the colors were saluted.
Adjournment: Meeting was adjourned at 2008 hours.
William F. Andersen
Adjutant
Needed Veteran Applicants!! Current immediate openings Nationwide.
Audi dealerships are actively recruiting Veterans of all branches, with Mechanical, Highly Technical
backgrounds or a formal automotive education, to be trained as Audi Service Technicians. These are full
time, paid positions. The first opportunity for formal schooling and a pay increase is within the first 6
months (or sooner). Starting pay is entirely based upon the local rate for a beginning mechanic (not-
certified). Credit can be given for experience.
Everyone is expected to be able to help with the basic automotive PMS in the Service Department while
preparing for school (similar to a Lube tech responsibility). The Audi dealership provides the formal
certification training. They are also recruiting for Parts Technicians and Service Consultants. .
Applicants apply from the "Veterans page" and will be tasked to select a location, answer basic HR
questions and upload a resume. All qualified applicants will be contacted to provide a DD214 copy and
are scheduled for a phone interview. Applicants should go to: www.audivets.com
It is that time of year again when the DuPage Veterans Foundation begins planning for their annual fundraiser for exclusive
benefit if the Chicago Area Honor Flight Program. The 2017 Foundation Fund Raiser will be once again held at the DuPage
County Airport on Saturday, May 6th. If you are interested in participating as a volunteer in this worthwhile event, contact
me or the Foundation by phone at: 630/614-4533 or 630/668-2050 or via email at: [email protected]
As always, Thank You for your continued support of our Legion and Post.
Michael Mero Post Service Officer [email protected]
630-772-8782
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