Here’s the latest NEWS from Branch 60 . . .
Canada Netherlands Friendship Day – May 24
**NEW** Trivia Tuesdays – 2nd, 3rd, 4th Tuesdays of the month
Back Trax this Friday & Saturday
Branch 60 General Meeting with Elections – May 12 (7:00 pm)
Made in Canada Eh! – May 18
Golf Tournament – June 21 (Save the date)
Bingo – Saturday afternoons
and much more…
Canada Netherlands Friendship Day – May 24
The Mayor of Burlington is extending an invitation to all Veterans and Legion Members to attend the event to remember the Liberation of the Netherlands by Canadian Service People in 1944 and 1945.
10:00 am – 11:30 a.m. – Event
11:30 a.m. – Reception
LaSalle Park Pavilion, 50 North Shore Blvd. E.
This free event, open to the public, will mark the 20th anniversary of Burlington’s twinning with Apeldoorn — a friendship rooted in a shared history, remembrance and the promotion of peace.
Features of the free event include:
Welcome messages from Mayor Marianne Meed Ward, Mr. Harman Idema, Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and Elizabeth Witmer, former Deputy Premier and Past Chair, WSIB
Performances by the Burlington Teen Tour Band and Enchorus Children’s Choir
A special exhibit of artwork created by Burlington and Apeldoorn elementary school students.
Open Sundays!
Burlington Legion now open on Sundays (noon – 6:00 pm). Drop by to watch your favourite sports (NFL, golf, etc.) on the big screen, throw some darts or play some 8 ball or snooker and have delicious finger foods!
All are welcome!
**New** Trivia Tuesdays!
2nd, 3rd, 4th Tuesday of the month – 7:00 pm – ~ 9:30 pm
Test you knowledge against the other teams! Put on your thinking caps, bring your friends and have fun! A prize will be awarded to the winning team (maximum 6 members per team). Host is DJ Matty. Free to join and beverages & snacks are available at the bar.
Made in Canada Eh?
Sunday May 18th – Doors open 1:00p.m.
Join us for a tribute to three iconic Canadian superstars!
Tickets are $35 each.
For tickets, please call Gary or Helen 905-632-0205
Join us for Bingo!
Every Saturday afternoon 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cards are available to players at $0.25 per card, per game OR $1.00 for 5 cards, per game. Players can elect to play as many cards as they wish.
Play up to 20 games on Saturday afternoons. Prize of $5.00 for each game winner (Games 1 through 19). Game 20 has 3 parts (1,2,3). Fixed prize of $5.00 each for part 1 & part 2 and $15.00 for part 3.
Bingo Callers Wanted!
Have fun volunteering Saturday afternoons.
For details call Guy Giroux 905-334-0222
Wills and Powers of Attorney
Scan the QR code below to receive Wills and Powers of Attorney services available from
CARSON LAW OFFICE P. C.
3400 Fairview Street
Burlington, ON, L7N 3G5
905 639 6400
Live Music!
Every Friday & Saturday 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Entertainment in the Lounge this Friday & Saturday Back Trax. Come on out, enjoy some great tunes and hit the dance floor!
Remember, 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. Stay on top of what we have lined up for Entertainment and other fun by checking out Upcoming Events on our website. We feature the full list of upcoming weekend entertainment.
Line Dancing Lessons
Join Tammy on Mondays & Thursday for line dancing lessons!
Zumba Dance Fitness
Zumba classes with Lesley. Classes on Tuesdays and now Fridays (NEW)!
Karaoke
Every Thursday 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Come and sing your favourite tunes! hosted by Jane Watson
It’s Lunch Time!
Every Tuesday to Friday noon – 2:00 p.m.
The Ladies’ Auxiliary is preparing light lunches in the downstairs kitchen. Join us in the Lounge for delicious, reasonably-priced meals such as BLT and Western sandwiches, burgers, fries and sometimes soup
Thursday Night Dinner
Sue and Dave are eager to satisfy the Thursday evening pre-Karaoke appetites.
This week’s dinner is Cannelloni and Caesar salad
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 $16 cash and are delicious!
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!
$15.00 CASH ONLY
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
Blind Darts Draw
Every Friday 7:45 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
All are welcome. $3 entry fee per person
Tell your friends and introduce them to some Legion fun!
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.