May was Poppy month. Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird started off Poppy season by getting the first Poppy from Miss Poppy, Ella.
Did you register for the 3rd Annual Golf Tournament at Maple Run Golf Course? This will benefit Platoon 22. Not a golfer? Think about sponsoring, and there are many ways to do that. For more information, contact Rick Hall at foundconfused@yahoo.com or by call 240-626-4660.
Are you a car enthusiast? The Sons of American Legion will be hosting its 2nd Annual Car Show at the Legion. Last year, a great time was had by all, so you don’t want to miss it.
The Sons of the American Legion also has Pop-Up Shops in June and July.
For God and Country is Sunday, June 9, at Camp West Mar. Flag Day Ceremonies (flag retirement) will be held in Emmitsburg on June 14 at 7:00 p.m. More details forthcoming about both events.
Attention Auxiliary Juniors Members: Dues for 2025 (starting July 1, 2024) will be increasing to $12.00.
Congratulations to all our 2024 Graduates! The best of luck to each of them in all their future endeavors.
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Pictured from left are Miss Poppy, Ella; Alesha Subasic, 1st Vice President of the Auxiliary; and Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird.
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The American Legion Post 168 hosted the Legion K-9 Riders for lunch in May. A wonderful time was had by all.
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Courtesy Photos of American Legion Post 168 hosting the K-9 Riders in May.