Your Executive Branch President Klaus Mortensen Past President Chris Simmonds 1 st Vice President John Cannon 2 nd Vice President Helen Cannon Secretary Noella Fraser Treasurer Noella Fraser (Acting) Sgt at Arms Thomas Moffett Building & Maintenance Bruce Mills Service Officer Ernestine Crawford Sports Officer Gary Nystrom Executive Officer Robert Owen Committee Chairs Remembrance Day Michael Winter Membership Jerry Mott Ways & Means Tom Woods Poppy Campaign Alfie Luke Public Relations Dennis Parker Entertainment TBD President Report The new executive, has settled into their positions and after two meetings, are working to move the Legion forward. We have some challenges to overcome during the next year. For instance, the carpet in the main lounge is at the end of its useful life. The speakers for the main stage are beyond salvage and must be replaced if we expect to book bands for entertainment. We have replaced the speakers for the PA system, and we should look at the PA amplifier and background music system. Currently we are investigating acquiring an ATM machine to dispense cash and alleviating the bartenders workload. We are also working on changing our liquor license from a Liquor Primary Club to a Liquor Primary. More details at our next General Meeting. I thank all the volunteers who renovated the ladies toilet and installed the new dishwasher in the upstairs kitchen. Without their unpaid work we would have difficulty in improving the branch. Thank you, each one of you, for donating your time and effort. It is very much appreciated by the Executive and the members at large. We have found a member who is willing to take on the job of Secretary and we hope to have him elected during our next General Meeting. We also have a new Sgt. at Arms who has taken over as of 1 September. ~Comrade Klaus Mortensen Branch #92 President
We Will Remember: Comrade Jim Clark Sr. Comrade Harold Fitzgerald Special Thanks: o To all of our many volunteers, that continue to donate their valuable time and energy to make our legion a great place to come to! Ladies Auxiliary ~Lynne Terry-LA President We are always looking for new volunteers for cooking and serving. Friday Night Dinner Schedule as follows: o September 14 Ham o September 21 Beef o September 28 Pork o October 5 Turkey o October 12 Sausage o October 19 Chicken o October 26 - Ham Special thanks go out to all the ladies & gents that make these dinners happen. A lot of hours and hard work go into every meal. If you would be interested in volunteering some time, please contact one of your LA members. o MEALS SERVED WITH SALAD, ROLL & DESSERT o $15.00 PER PERSON (INCLUDING GST) o CHILDREN $10.00 TICKETS ON SALE AT 5PM FRIDAY IN MEADEN HALL DINNER AT 6PM
Entertainment & Events We invite everyone to come out and enjoy the fantastic entertainment coming to perform at the Legion. Upcoming events: SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2018 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 KARAOKE WITH MICHAEL 7:30PM SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 MARIANNE GRITTANI & BRENT SHINDELL 7:30PM SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 RIC PROCTOR 7:30 PM & Fire Disaster Fundraiser for Bob Graham FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 KARAOKE WITH TAMI 7:30PM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5 THE REGULARS 7:30PM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12 KARAOKE WITH MICHAEL 7:30PM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 LE FUZZ 7:30PM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26 KARAOKE WITH MICHAEL 7:30PM SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27 DOUG & THE THUGS HALLOWEEN DANCE 7:30PM - Prizes for best Costume Check our website for additional performances All ticketed events will be available for pre-purchase at the bar or at the door, if not sold out. All members receive a discount towards ticket or cover charge pricing. Our entertainment crew has been working very hard on having music every weekend on Friday and/or Saturday nights. If you are interested in volunteering with the Entertainment crew, please email legionbr92@shaw.ca
Legion Kitchen The kitchen is open for dinner, Friday & Saturday, 5 8pm. Come on down for a good, wholesome meal or a burger. Building/Maintenance We are always in need of volunteers! Anyone willing to volunteer some time for maintenance, repairs or cleaning please leave your name and number with the bar staff or email: legionbr92@shaw.ca Sports Pool & Snooker Free on Sundays Darts Monday 5:30pm warm-up, 6:00pm start time. This is a drop-in event. Cribbage Mondays at 1:00pm. Always looking for new members. Convener: Garth Robinson Bridge Saturdays at 2:00pm. Always looking for new members. Convener: Peter Robinson Euchre Tuesdays at 7:00pm. Beginners welcome! Convenor: John Cannon
Website Our website is updated regularly and can be viewed at www.saltspringlegionbr92.com To view General Meeting Minutes & Financial, click on members only and enter username and password. If you require a username & password, please email us, to the attention of the Secretary. Join us on Facebook Royal Canadian Legion Branch 92 to keep up on current events happening at the Legion Meaden Hall Meaden Hall is available for events. o lower level o private banquet and conference rooms o licensed for 212 people o full bar and kitchen facilities To Make a Booking Call 250-537-5822
News Next General Meeting Sunday, September 30, 2018 2:00pm Special General Meeting - Sunday, September 30, 2018 immediately following GM o MOTION: To change license from Primary Liquor Club to Primary Liquor The legion will be hosting a silent auction beginning, Friday, September 21, 2018 and will conclude Saturday, September 29, 2018 at the end of the meat draw (approx. 7pm) for Bob Graham, who recently lost their home and belongings to fire. We need of volunteers for various committees. Please consider signing up for a Friday/Saturday Night Meat Draw. Any interested person should e-mail legionbr92@shaw.ca or sign up on the bulletin board. Legion Hours: Monday Thursday: 3:00 9:00pm Friday Saturday: 12:00 10:00 pm Sunday: 12:00 7:00pm *If you would like to make a submission in the next Looking Forward, please e-mail legionbr92@shaw.ca by the 20 th of the month prior.
In the event of an Earthquake or other emergency, Legion Branch 92 is a mustering and coordination site for the Ganges area Emergency measures program. Editor: Elizabeth M. Zook SSI Emergency Coordinator ssiepc@crd.bc.ca