Flag Day / army birthday - June 14th
Please join us on Thursday, June 14th for our Flag Day celebration and ceremony at 6 pm. We will also be celebrating the Army Birthday directly following the Flag Day Celebration. All members are encouraged to join us for both celebrations.
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Volunteer Lunch - Sunday, June 3rd
Please allow us to thank you for your help over the past year. This post could not accomplish all that we do without members like you. Please join us for the volunteer lunch and allow us to show our appreciation.
Flag Placement at Warren Smith - Saturday, May 26th
Attention all members we need help placing flags at the burial sites of our veterans at Warren Smith cemetery in Jacksonville Beach on Saturday, May 26th. If you are able to help please arrive at the cemetery no later then 8 am. Flags will be provided by Post 129.
We will also need help with pick up on Wednesday, May 30th at 8 am.
We will also need help with pick up on Wednesday, May 30th at 8 am.
Jumbo Shrimp Outing - Sunday, May 20th
Join us on Sunday, May 20th for our 3rd annual baseball outing. The cost to participate is only $20 per person and includes your ticket and transportation from the Post to the game. This is always a fun filled afternoon that you do not want to miss. Sign up in the main canteen.
Update as of April 24th - There are 6 spots left on the bus for this event. Sign up soon if you do not want to miss out on the fun. I am asking that everyone pay for the event by Friday, May 11th. Any seats that are not paid for by that day will be given to anyone on the wait list. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Update as of April 24th - There are 6 spots left on the bus for this event. Sign up soon if you do not want to miss out on the fun. I am asking that everyone pay for the event by Friday, May 11th. Any seats that are not paid for by that day will be given to anyone on the wait list. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Legion Elections - Saturday, May 19th from 10 am to 7 pm
The Legion elections will be held on Saturday, May 19th from 10 am to 7 pm. Auxiliary, SAL, and ALR elections will be held at their normal monthly meetings
Blood Drive - Saturday, May 19th 11 am to 3 pm
The Bloodmobile will be onsite here at The American Legion Post 129 starting at 11 am on Saturday, May 19th.
Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. That blood can only come from a volunteer donor, a person like you who makes the choice to donate.
Give the gift of life, sign up to donate blood today.
Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. That blood can only come from a volunteer donor, a person like you who makes the choice to donate.
Give the gift of life, sign up to donate blood today.
Hooked on Fishing - Saturday, May 19th
We are helping the city with their Get Hooked on Fishing event again this year so please mark your calendars. Typically we provide and hand out the food during the event. Once I have more details I will let you know.
Kentucky Derby - Saturday, May 5th, 2018
Grab your favorite hat and plan on joining us for our Kentucky Derby watch party. With everything going on at the Post this month we are not planning anything big but I promise you this is always a great place to watch the race.
Opening of the beaches parade - Sunday, April 29th, 2018
Yes we are planning on walking in the parade this year! Fred St Clair will be organizing the event this year. Please see him for additional details.
carnival fundraiser cruise - April 26th, 2018
The date has been set! We are cruising on April 26, 2018 out of Jacksonville. For more information please visit the group cruise page.
http://www.post129.org/carnival-cruise.html
http://www.post129.org/carnival-cruise.html
Pre Sail AWay Party - April 25th, 2018
The pre sail away party is one of the best parts of a cruise, because it means your vacation has officially kicked off! There's nothing but sun and fun ahead, so kick back, relax, and enjoy the cruise. So before we sail off together join us to celebrate at the Post.
Sterling Memorial Golf Classic - Saturday, April 21st
Please join us for the 4th Annual American Legion Post 129 Golf Tournament on Saturday, April 21st, 2018 to benefit our Boys and Girls State programs. A great day of golf, fun & prizes is planned at the beautiful Oak Bridge Golf Club.
For more information please check out our Golf Tournament page.
For more information please check out our Golf Tournament page.
BACA Dice Run - SATURDAY, April 14th
We are honored to be the final stop for the BACA 2018 Dice Run on April 14th. They will be hitting 5 locations with our location being the final stop.
The cost to join in on the run is only $20 per rider. High hand payout is $500! Starting at 4 pm the band What Four will be here to entertain us.
There will be raffles, 50/50, and a silent auction as well. So plan on coming up and supporting another great cause.
The cost to join in on the run is only $20 per rider. High hand payout is $500! Starting at 4 pm the band What Four will be here to entertain us.
There will be raffles, 50/50, and a silent auction as well. So plan on coming up and supporting another great cause.
Open House Pancake Breakfast - Saturday, March 31st
You’re invited to our open house pancake breakfast. This is a good opportunity to bring new members or potential members to the Post so they can see what we are all about.
High Roller LCR - Saturday, March 24th, 2018
We have moved LCR to Saturday due to conflicts on Sunday. We hope to see everyone here. We will hold one game with $5 scratch offs and possibly a second game with $10 scratch offs. Sign up on the board to reserve your spot.
American Legion 99th Birthday - Thursday, March 15th
Join us on Thursday, March 15th at 6 pm for a cake cutting ceremony to celebrate the American Legion 99th Birthday!
Northern area ball - Saturday, March 3rd
For more information or to make reservations for the Northern Area Ball please visit the Northern Area Ball page.
http://www.post129.org/northern-area-ball.html
http://www.post129.org/northern-area-ball.html
Cruise Meet and Greet / Q&A - Sunday, February 18th
On Sunday, February 18th we will be holding a meet & greet / information session at 4 pm for everyone joining us on the cruise in April. We know some people have questions and we are here to help. There is still time to sign up for the cruise if you care to join I am sure that this cruise will be a blast! Come out on the 18th and meet everyone else that is joining, get some questions answered, or for the cruise veterans answer some questions for the newbie’s.
Blood Drive - February 17th
The Bloodmobile will be onsite here at The American Legion Post 129 starting at 11 am on Saturday, February 17th,
Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. That blood can only come from a volunteer donor, a person like you who makes the choice to donate.
Give the gift of life, sign up to donate blood today.
Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. That blood can only come from a volunteer donor, a person like you who makes the choice to donate.
Give the gift of life, sign up to donate blood today.
Valentine's Day Dinner - Wednesday, February 14th
Reservations Required Only Limited Spots Available!
Love is in the air! We're romancing you and your sweetheart this Valentine's day with our mouthwatering special dinner. Our cooks will be hard at work in the kitchen preparing you a complete surf and turf dinner.
American Legion Post 129 is the perfect place to celebrate with your sweetie, by yourself or with the entire family! So mark your calendars, reservations will be available shortly. This dinner will take place in the back hall with special musical entertainment by Pat Rose.
First Course
Loaded Tossed Garden Salad w/ Croutons
Served with Choice of Dressing
Main Course
8 to 10 oz Sirloin Topped with Sautéed Onions and Mushrooms served with Sautéed Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
Sides
Baked Potato Loaded with Butter, Sour Cream, Cheese, and Chives plus a Piece of Garlic Texas Toast
Dessert
Double Chocolate Cake served with Ice Cream and Fruit
$25 Donation per Couple
Musical Entertainment by Pat Rose
Dinner will be served in the back hall only. For the comfort of all of our members this will be a non smoking event.
Love is in the air! We're romancing you and your sweetheart this Valentine's day with our mouthwatering special dinner. Our cooks will be hard at work in the kitchen preparing you a complete surf and turf dinner.
American Legion Post 129 is the perfect place to celebrate with your sweetie, by yourself or with the entire family! So mark your calendars, reservations will be available shortly. This dinner will take place in the back hall with special musical entertainment by Pat Rose.
First Course
Loaded Tossed Garden Salad w/ Croutons
Served with Choice of Dressing
Main Course
8 to 10 oz Sirloin Topped with Sautéed Onions and Mushrooms served with Sautéed Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
Sides
Baked Potato Loaded with Butter, Sour Cream, Cheese, and Chives plus a Piece of Garlic Texas Toast
Dessert
Double Chocolate Cake served with Ice Cream and Fruit
$25 Donation per Couple
Musical Entertainment by Pat Rose
Dinner will be served in the back hall only. For the comfort of all of our members this will be a non smoking event.
Fat Tuesday Celebration - Tuesday, February 13th
Mark your calendars and plan on joining us on Tuesday, February 13th for our Fat Tuesday celebration. We will have King Cake, Beads, Drink Specials on Hurricanes, and Fat Tuesday themed meal.
Casino Night - Saturday, February 10th
On Saturday, February 10th the ALR is planning a Casino Night to raise funds for their veterans support fund. Casino night’s are always a great time and I am sure the ALR will do a fantastic job hosting so mark your calendars.
Tickets are available at the bar for only $25 per person - includes pizza buffet and $1500 in play money. Doors open at 6 pm, gaming starts at 645 pm. Raffle at end of the night.
Tickets are available at the bar for only $25 per person - includes pizza buffet and $1500 in play money. Doors open at 6 pm, gaming starts at 645 pm. Raffle at end of the night.
Superbowl party - Sunday, FEBRUARY 4th
We will have our annual Super Bowl Party on Sunday, February 4th. This year the SAL is planning the event so I will let them give you all the details. We always have a great time for the game with great food and I am sure this year will be no different so plan on being here
Shut up and drink tour - Sunday, January 28th
Join us on Sunday, January 28th for our third annual Shut up and Drink Tour. This is always a great time! We will be leaving Post 129 at noon and visiting at least three other Post in town. Cost to join is only $10 this year as we will not be having shirts made. Please sign up on the board if you are planning on joining by January 21st.
CHILi Cook Off - Saturday, January 14th
Mark your calendars and start experimenting the Post annual chili cook off will be held on Saturday, January 13th. More details to follow.
January Lotto Pool
Due to the increase of the Mega Millions we will be switching our lottery pool to include only the Powerball which draws on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The cost to participate for January is $18 per person – 9 drawings. If you care to join please sign up with the bartender by January 1st.
All minor winnings will be rolled into scratch off tickets that will be bought on the first day of the new month.
The cost to participate for January is $18 per person – 9 drawings. If you care to join please sign up with the bartender by January 1st.
All minor winnings will be rolled into scratch off tickets that will be bought on the first day of the new month.
