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American Legion Post 168, Thurmont

The Membership Picnic will be held on Sunday, September 8, starting at 1:00 p.m. Doors open at noon. Tickets are $25.00 each and are available at the bar. To purchase a ticket and attend the picnic, your 2024 dues need to be paid and you must be 21 years old. The deadline to purchase your ticket is Sunday, September 1. You MUST show your 2024 membership card at the gate entrance to attend.  We are looking forward to a good time and want to thank all the volunteers in advance for all they do for the picnic. This is also a good time to pay your 2025 dues.

Platoon 22 was presented with a check for $7,000 from the 3rd Annual Golf Tournament (shown above). Pictured from left are Allen Middendorff; Alex Uphold, State Farm Thurmont Office; Niki Falzone, Executive Director of Platoon22; Rick Hall; Debra Middendorff; and Carie Stafford.

Octoberfest is quickly approaching, and volunteers are always needed. Please check in with your Officers to see where you can be useful. The Auxiliary is always looking for baked goods. Cookies are a hit, so if you can bake a few dozen, that would be great.

Remember to follow us on Facebook (The American Legion Post 168)for weekly and upcoming events like Pop-up Shops, Veterans Luncheon, and Breakfast with Santa.

“The Patriot’s Pen” Essay Contest

Each year, the VFW Post 6658 Auxiliary in Emmitsburg sponsors a contest, titled “The Patriot’s Pen,” which is open to students in grades 6 through 8.

Students are required to do a typed essay of 300-400 words based on the theme: “My Voice in America’s Democracy.” Monetary prizes are given to the winners on local, state, and national levels. Judging is based on knowledge of theme, theme development, and clarity of ideas.

If interested, please contact Annette Wivell at 240-675-0356 for an entry form. Entry deadline to VFW Post 6658, Emmitsburg, is October 31, 2024.

“Voice of Democracy” Contest

Each year, the VFW Post 6658 in Emmitsburg sponsors a contest, titled “Voice of Democracy,” which is open to students in grades 9 through 12. Students are required to record a 3-5 minute audio essay based on the theme: “Is America Today Our Forefathers’ Vision?” 

Monetary prizes are given to the winners on local, state, and national levels. Judging is based on originality, content, and delivery.

If interested, please contact Eric Wivell at 240-675-0346 for an entry form. Entry deadline to VFW Post 6658, Emmitsburg, is October 31, 2024.

American Legion Post 168, Thurmont

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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.

Pictured from left are Miss Poppy, Ella; Alesha Subasic, 1st Vice President of the Auxiliary; and Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird.

The American Legion Post 168 hosted the Legion K-9 Riders for lunch in May. A wonderful time was had by all.

Courtesy Photos of American Legion Post 168 hosting the K-9 Riders in May.