Legion Highlights and Upcoming Events
2017 Miss America Savannah Shield visits with members of U.S. Coast Guard Base Los Angeles-Long Beach, July 21, 2017, San Pedro, Calif. Miss America is visiting different military units all over the United States to show her appreciation for all the service members in the United States military. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd class DaVonte' Marrow.
HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK AT POST 43:
THIS WEEK:
MONDAY 7/24- Regular Meeting - Dinner 5:30pm, Meeting at 7.
WEDNESDAY 7/26 - Bar Night! 7pm-1am
THURSDAY 7/27 - ANOTHER Bar Night! 7pm-1am
SATURDAY 7/29 - Legion Family Range Day, Oak Tree Gun Club 9am . SIGN UP
SAVE THE DATE:
MONDAY 8/7 - Social & Committees Night - Dinner 5:30pm, Meetings & entertainment at 7. Special WWI presentation & discussion with Gen. R.G. Head, USAF (ret.).
TUESDAY 8/15 - Executive Committee Meeting 7pm
AUG 18 - 24 - American Legion National Convention, Reno, NV
AUG 19 - 22 - Senior Star Search auditions DETAILS
Check the online calendar often for updates and the latest events!
RECENT NEWS
Randall Otto Kahn (4/14/1948 - 7/18/2017) R.I.P.
It is with great sadness that we must share the news that our post Judge Advocate, Past Executive Committee Member, and dear friend, Randy Kahn passed on to "Post Everlasting" last week. Randy was a lion of the post who lent his vast experience in a career in business, banking, and even acting to the stewardship of this post and especially the theater renovation project, in which he was an instrumental force. Randy was a kind, thoughtful patriot and good friend to veterans and Legionnaires. His contributions to the Hollywood Post are innumerable. He will be missed not only for his leadership and counsel, but especially for his friendship. Randy was buried yesterday at Mount Sinai Hollywood Hills during a small service with family and close friends. A celebration of life will be held for Randy at Post 43 on Sunday, August 13, 2017 at noon.
NEW DISTRICT OFFICERS INSTALLED
Members of Post 43 were installed as new officers of the 24th District of the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary, Department of California on July 23. Post 43 First Vice Commander Michael Hjelmstad is the new district commander. District office is the next level in the Legion organization, consisting of multiple posts, and is a vehicle for influencing the Legion agenda at the state level. Other P43 members holding district office include David Gibson, Jennifer Campbell, Peter Lisowski, and Judy Urich. Good luck to our new district officers in the upcoming year.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MEETING TONITE 7PM!
Reminder: Regular meeting of the post TONIGHT! Dinner (Pasta w/Meatballs, Garlic Bread and Ice Cream) starts at 5:30pm, Meeting at 7.
Join your comrades for dinner and our monthly regular meeting. New members, committee reports, important info for veterans and more! Find out what's happening at the post. See you there!
LEGION RANGE DAY IS BACK JULY 29!
The Sports and Marksmanship Committees bring you another Legion Range Day with your fellow vets and Legion family at Oak Tree Gun Club!
Just bring your weapons, ammo, and eye and ear pro to put some rounds downrange and sharpen up those perishable skills. No guns, no problem. Sharing is caring. Do keep your head on a swivel and be prepared to have a fun and SAFE day with your friends and some friendly competition with our comrades from Palisades Post 283.
All Legion Family welcome. For more information, contact André Andrews or post to the Post 43 Members Group.
RSVP to get a head count.
WANTED: MOTORCYCLE RIDERS
Do you ride? Are you interested in community service and helping veterans? Post 43 is gauging interest from the membership to start a chapter of American Legion Riders in Hollywood. If you're interested, come to the next meeting or contact First Vice Commander, Michael Hjelmstad at the post. To learn more about the American Legion Riders and their activities, CLICK HERE.
ATTENTION WOMEN VETERANS:
Did you know that as a veteran and Legionnaire you qualify for FREE membership in the American Legion Auxiliary? We want our women veterans involved in the great programs the Auxiliary runs. For more information, see an AUX member at a post meeting and join online (select the offline payment option).
RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP ONLINE FOR 2017-2018!
The new Legion year began July 1! Renew your Legion Family membership online at hollywoodpost43.org and click on MEMBER LOGIN to update your profile with payment information. Pay online with a credit card or at the post with cash, check, or card in the office or at the bar. Renew Today!
(NOTE: If you have already paid and received a renewal notice in error, please email crew@hollywoodpost43.org so we can update your profile. Thanks for your patience as we upgrade our systems and for your continued membership!)