Burlington Legion: Branch Update September 2nd, 2024

Here’s the latest NEWS from Branch 60 . . .

Labour Day fun! Sept. 2
Quiz Night Sept. 7
Bingo returns Sept. 7
Veteran’s Banner Program apply now
Honours & Awards celebration Sept. 22
Ant & The Cruz Tones this Friday and Saturday
New Calendar on our website
and much more…

Monday, September 2, 2024

Come join us for an afternoon of fun in the lounge and enjoy the music of the fabulous entertainer, Mat Gauthier.  Music and dancing from 1-5 p.m.

  • Open at 12:00 p.m. (open seating)
  • Snacks provided
  • 50/50 draw + special beverage basket raffle

Tickets on sale at the bar – $10.00 each

Honour Our Veterans Banner Program

To participate in the Honour Our Veterans Banner Program, please complete and submit the enclosed application form, along with a sponsorship cheque of $196 made payable to RCL Br60. The banner will be displayed on a Burlington lamppost for a period of approximately 3 weeks starting prior to Remembrance Day (November 11).  The banners will be displayed for one, 3-week period once a year for two years. The safe storage of the banners is the responsibility of the applicant. You will be notified of the dates for display and removal. The dates given will be strictly enforced. There are a limited number of spots available. Please confirm your participation ASAP.

Honours & Awards Celebration

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Our annual celebration this year will be on September 22nd, upstairs, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m.

Service Pins and other awards will be given to those current members (i.e. paid their 2024 dues) who have reached a milestone Years of Service (i.e. 5 years, 10 years, 15, 20, etc). Invitations are being prepared to mail out soon.

Payment of 2024 dues need to be made by the middle of August, so we can make arrangements for the event.

Did you know…

There is a new calendar showing all the Burlington Legion events!  To view the entire calendar, please visit the upcoming events tab on our website. https://www.burlingtonlegion.com/upcoming-events
Do you need to know more information about an event? …Please click on the event within the calendar and even add to your personal calendar!

Thursday Night Dinner 

Every Thursday 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m,

Chefs Gail & Don are eager to satisfy the Thursday evening pre-Karaoke appetites – Menu for this week is Chicken Parmesan with spaghetti. 
Remember, please let the bar know by 6 p.m. Tuesday if you want to join us for the following Thursday dinner.  The meals are only $15 cash and are delicious! 

It’s LUNCH time!

Every Tuesday to Friday noon – 2:00 p.m.

The Ladies’ Auxiliary is preparing light lunches in the Lounge for delicious, reasonably-priced meals such as BLT and Western sandwiches, burgers, fries and sometimes soup

Upcoming Entertainment:

Karaoke Thursday night

Every Thursday night is KARAOKE Night at Branch 60 with Jane Watson from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.  

Live Music!

Every Friday & Saturday 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Entertainment in the Lounge this weekend will be provided by Ant & The Cruz Tones. Come on out, enjoy some great tunes and hit the dance floor!

Remember, unlike most other Legion branches we do not impose a cover charge BUT we do ask that you please make a donation to our Toonies for Tunes box at the Lounge entrance!  It helps us to provide great entertainment for your enjoyment.

BINGO

Every Saturday 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Everyone welcome

Blind Draw Darts every Friday night!
7:45 pm – 10:30 pm

All are welcome.   $3 entry fee per person
Tell your friends and introduce them to some Legion fun!

Fish & Chips Dinner

Every Friday 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Many say it’s the best Fish & Chips in Burlington, and we agree!  1/2 lb. Haddock, fries & coleslaw. Spread the word!
Reservations required for dine-in and takeout (Call Fridays 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Call 905-639-6060
Call 905-639-6400

Social Dance
Every Sunday 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Come and join our friendly dance group for an evening of dancing and fun!

  • $12.00 per person
  • Dress to impress – bring your dance shoes 
  • Large dance floor for all skill levels Social Dance – Waltz, Fox Trot, Swing, Latin, Freestyle, some Line Dancing

For more information please contact Jan at [email protected] or Phone 905-632-2855 

Remember to stay on top of Branch 60 happenings via our website at www.burlingtonlegion.com . 
Feel free to share this newsletter with your family and friends.  Help spread the word of the good work we do for our Veterans, their families and the community at Branch 60.