2021 Special Events
Please note: Check out Live Entertainment Page & Food Truck Page for the updated listed of Live Entertainment and scheduled food trucks.
Dance the Night Away! - Saturday, September 18th
Come dance the night away on Saturday, September 18th at 730 pm in the Liberty Hall. DJ Matt Altman will be here playing all of your favorite country dancing songs. Our Monday night line dancing class participants will be here to show off their new skills and I promise will help you with yours. And of course any style other country style dance is also encouraged so grab your boots and cowboys hats and mark your calendars because this is a night you so not want to miss.
Blood Drive - Saturday, September 11th
The Bloodmobile will be onsite here at The American Legion Post 129 starting at 11 am on Saturday, September 11th.
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, mark your calendars and plan on being here.
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, mark your calendars and plan on being here.
July Raffle - Ends Saturday, July 31st
The Auxiliary will be raffling off a basket at the end of the month. Basket includes tickets to the Alhambra, wine, wine glasses, cheese. crackers, salami, pepper jelly, salted caramels, and two $5 scratch offs. Tickets can be purchased from any Auxiliary officer and cost only $1 for one, $5 for six tickets.
School Supply Collection - July 2021
The ARL is holding a school supply drive for the month of July. All donations can be placed in the bin in the Liberty Hall area located near the stage. Donation will be given to local beaches schools. We want to ensure that the children in our community have the essentials to learn and succeed in school. Suggested items are listed below.
- Backpacks
- 4 pack Crayons
- Glue Sticks
- Loose Leaf Paper
- #2 Pencils
- Washable Markers
- Colored Pencils
- Erasers
- Scissors
- Dividers
- Sheet Protectors
- Hand Sanitizer
- Highlighters
- Three Ring Binders
- 5x7 Plastic Pencil Box
- Backpacks
- 4 pack Crayons
- Glue Sticks
- Loose Leaf Paper
- #2 Pencils
- Washable Markers
- Colored Pencils
- Erasers
- Scissors
- Dividers
- Sheet Protectors
- Hand Sanitizer
- Highlighters
- Three Ring Binders
- 5x7 Plastic Pencil Box
Installation of Officers - Saturday, July 24th
On Saturday, July 24th we will be holding our annual installation of new officers in the Liberty Hall at 4 pm.
There not only will be the installation for all of the organization new officers but each organization will be taking time to recognize members that made a difference over the past year. This Post is what it is because of each and every one of these organizations and its members. All members are encouraged to attend the installation.
There not only will be the installation for all of the organization new officers but each organization will be taking time to recognize members that made a difference over the past year. This Post is what it is because of each and every one of these organizations and its members. All members are encouraged to attend the installation.
New Dart League - July 20th
New Dart League Starting Tuesday, July 20th. Registration at 630 pm, regular play at 7 pm. Must be a member in good standing to play.
Christmas in July - Friday, July 16th
Mark your calendars the date has been set - the Auxiliary annual Christmas in July Fundraiser will be held on Friday, July 16th. They will be serving up a traditional Christmas dinner with turkey & ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing,green bean casserole, gravy, cranberry sauce, a roll, plus dessert for only a $10 donation. To ensure that they have enough food for everyone they are asking that you sign up in advance. You can sign up on the board in the Freedom Hall. Deadline to sign up is Sunday, July 9th
The band 4 Play will be here to entertain you in the Freedom Hall, in the Liberty Hall we have karaoke with Bristol plus as always steak bingo at 630 pm.
The band 4 Play will be here to entertain you in the Freedom Hall, in the Liberty Hall we have karaoke with Bristol plus as always steak bingo at 630 pm.
Auxiliary Donation Request - Deadline Mid July
The Auxiliary is asking for donations for Mission House. They are in need of baseball caps, Flip Flops, Travel Size Sunscreen and Bug Spray, Boxers, Backpacks, C Chargers, and Bottled Water. All donations can be dropped in the Auxiliary room.
4th of July Lunch - Sunday, July 4th
Come on up to the Post on Fourth of July and enjoy a fabulous lunch from Richard. He will be serving up three pulled pork sliders with watermelon, coleslaw and potato chips. Each slider is done in special style - one will be Carolina Style, one is Kansas City style, and one will be Memphis Style. You know it will be delicious so be sure to stop in and grab some for your self. Kitchen will be open from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Black card Bingo - June 30th
The Auxiliary has a Black Card Bingo coming up on June 30th. For every $20 you spend on bingo between now and then you will receive a free black card to be played on June 30th. Be sure to stop in for bingo before then so you have a chance to win!
Weekly Card Game Nights - Starts Tuesday, June 29th
We are excited to announce we will be starting weekly card game nights in the Liberty Hall starting on June 29th.
Right now we are talking about Spades or 9 hole. Both are great fun games to play, and easy to learn. So don't worry if you don't know how to play - we will teach you.
So come on up and join in on the fun!
Right now we are talking about Spades or 9 hole. Both are great fun games to play, and easy to learn. So don't worry if you don't know how to play - we will teach you.
So come on up and join in on the fun!
Cemetery Clean Up - Saturday, June 19th
We need your help to clean, raise and clear markers at Warren Smith Cemetery in Jacksonville Beach on Saturday, June 19th at 8 am. Please meet at the grounds keepers building at 8 am.
weekly Line Dancing Lessons - start on Monday, June 14th
We are so excited to announce that we will be starting weekly line dancing lessons in Liberty Hall on Monday nights. So mark your calendars and plan on joining us for our first class on Monday, June 14th at 7 pm.
Night at the Races Fundraiser - Saturday, June 5th, 2021
Mark your calendar and plan on joining us on Saturday, June 5th for our first Night at the Races fundraiser hosted by the SAL. What is Night at the races?
We will have live horse racing here at Post 129! Okay - just kind of... we will have recorded professionally called horse races, programs, funny money and a betting window all available for your wagering enjoyment! Races, raffles, and food - all for a good cause!
On top of that we will also be having a Derby Hat contest. So be sure to throw on your Sunday best and the most fabulous creative hat you can find and come on down to the Post. It's going to be a fabulous time!
All proceeds to go towards building a memorial for the Ocean Front Park in Jacksonville Beach.
We will have live horse racing here at Post 129! Okay - just kind of... we will have recorded professionally called horse races, programs, funny money and a betting window all available for your wagering enjoyment! Races, raffles, and food - all for a good cause!
On top of that we will also be having a Derby Hat contest. So be sure to throw on your Sunday best and the most fabulous creative hat you can find and come on down to the Post. It's going to be a fabulous time!
All proceeds to go towards building a memorial for the Ocean Front Park in Jacksonville Beach.
Veteran's Appreciation Night - Friday, June 4th
Looking for something different to do? Head on down to Veteran's Appreciation Night and the Jacksonville Icemen Game on Friday, June 4th. All proceeds will benefit Project: Vet Relief.
Elections - First week in June
All organizations other than the Legion will be holding elections at their regular June meetings.
Monthly Silver Strike Tournament - June
Join us for the first Post 129 monthly Silver Strike Tournament in Liberty Hall. You can play whenever you would like throughout the month, and as many times as you would like too. The machine keeps track of the top players. So be sure to come on in and give it a shot! You have the whole month to try to win. Prizes will be given for the top players.
1st Weekly Corn Hole TOURNAMENT - Monday, May 31st
Join us for our new weekly corn hole tournaments in Liberty Hall on Mondays at 7 pm. $5 entry fee. Monies collected will be used for prize money, 70% for 1st Place, 30% for 2nd Place. Double Elimination, Blind Draw. So come on up for the fun!
Food & Friends Lunch - Monday, May 31st
Join us on Monday for food and friends lunch. We will be serving up BBQ chicken, garlic bread and coleslaw from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Special thanks to Lisa Weiss for volunteering to come in and cook.
Special thanks to Lisa Weiss for volunteering to come in and cook.
Memorial Day Weekend
Volunteers needed at Warren Smith for Flag Placement on Saturday, May 29th at 8 am, and for Flag Pick Up on Tuesday, June 1st at 8 am.
National Poppy Day - Friday, May 28th
National Poppy Day is Friday, May 28th. The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars. It reminds Americans of the sacrifices made by our veterans while protecting our freedoms. In honor of this the Auxiliary will be distributing poppies at the Publix on Beach Blvd in Jacksonville Beach from noon to 4 pm.
Legion ELECTIONS - May 16th, 2021
Legion elections will be held on Sunday, May 16th from 1230 pm to 5 pm. If you are unable to vote on that day absentee ballots will be available starting on May 2nd in the Freedom Hall.
All other organizations will be holding their elections at their regular meetings in June.
All other organizations will be holding their elections at their regular meetings in June.
6th Annual Sterling Memorial Golf Classic - May 15th, 2021
Please join us for the 6th Annual American Legion Post 129 Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 15th 2021 to benefit our Boys and Girls State programs. A great day of golf, fun & prizes is planned at the beautiful Queen's Harbour Yacht and Country Club. For additional details please visit our website by clicking below.
TORNADO Bingo Tournament - Tuesday, May 11th
Join us on Tuesday, May 11th at 615 pm for our Tornado Bingo Tournament. This is our way of saying thank you to our regular players for all of your support and play over the years. This will be a free event to join and prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. You must be a Legion member in good standing to play. Sign up in advance on the board in the main canteen.
Legion Raffle - Friday, April 30th
The legion will be raffling off a brand new gas grill this month. Tickets are $1 for one ticket, $5 for 6 tickets. See any Legion member for tickets today. Winner will be drawn on April 30th. !
dart night is back! - starting Tuesday, April 13th
Darts will be starting again on Tuesday, April 13th. They are planning on holding a weekly luck of the draw tournament so plan on coming up and joining in on the fun!
T Shirt Deadline - Saturday, April 10th
They're Back! For those of you that missed out, or maybe didn't order enough, we will once again be taking orders again for the Post 129 flag shirts. Men's and Women's styles available in long sleeve and short sleeve, as well as Men's Zip up hoodies. Multiple colors available.
Sign up sheet will be available in the Freedom Hall on the bulletin board. If interested please sign up by April 10th
Sign up sheet will be available in the Freedom Hall on the bulletin board. If interested please sign up by April 10th
Rummage Sale - aPRIL 9TH AND 10TH
Mark your calendars for the Cabane rummage sale on April 9th and 10th. They will be of course looking for donations for the sale. Those donations can be dropped off April 2nd to 7th. Please let any Cabane member know if you have any questions.
Easter Breakfast - April 4th
Come on up on Easter Sunday for a special breakfast. Terry will be in the kitchen offering up two specials! We will have a grilled ham served with pineapple upside down pancakes and two eggs for only $7 and a spinach and cheese omelet served with home fried potatoes seasoned with sea salt and back pepper. He of course will also be offering the full menu.
Also on that day Rick is coming back behind the bar serving up his famous bloody marys. So be sure to come on up!
Also on that day Rick is coming back behind the bar serving up his famous bloody marys. So be sure to come on up!
Spring Fling Raffle Basket - March 31st
This month the Cabane is raffling off their Spring Fling Basket. Basket includes a picnic basket with dishes, beach towel, wine, candle, napkins, candy and a $100 Publix gift card. See any cabane member for tickets.
Challenge 22 Walk and event - Saturday, March 27th
Come out to Jacksonville Beach join The American Legion 5th District and our community for a walk, party and a day of camaraderie to help stop Post Traumatic Stress (PTS) Suicide of Veterans.
The goal is to have a great time, while raising awareness to a tragic epidemic of 22 suicides per day due to PTS, while helping us fund solutions that are working. We are asking everyone to register to walk for $22 to honor the 22 lives that are taken every day due to veteran suicide.
Registration & sign-in will begin at 10:00 am. The opening ceremony will start at 10:30am, followed by the 2.2 mile walk on the beach. The walk will start at the Pavilion Lawn and will walk south on the beach to Oceanfront Park and back.
Immediately after the walk, we will have a day of fun, with music, food, vendors, guest speakers, and so much more. More activities and fun will be had at American Legion Post 129 after the event.
The goal is to have a great time, while raising awareness to a tragic epidemic of 22 suicides per day due to PTS, while helping us fund solutions that are working. We are asking everyone to register to walk for $22 to honor the 22 lives that are taken every day due to veteran suicide.
Registration & sign-in will begin at 10:00 am. The opening ceremony will start at 10:30am, followed by the 2.2 mile walk on the beach. The walk will start at the Pavilion Lawn and will walk south on the beach to Oceanfront Park and back.
Immediately after the walk, we will have a day of fun, with music, food, vendors, guest speakers, and so much more. More activities and fun will be had at American Legion Post 129 after the event.
St Patrick's Celebration - March 17th, 2021
We are celebrating St Patrick's Day this year and we are celebrating the fact that we are open!!!! So come on down. Richard will be serving up corned beef cooked to perfection served with tender cabbage, potatoes, and carrots that would please any Irishman.
We will have karaoke with Doug in the Freedom Hall and Open Mic in the Liberty Hall, there will be beads for everyone and a good time will be had by all I am sure. Let's come together this year and celebrate that we are OPEN!
We will have karaoke with Doug in the Freedom Hall and Open Mic in the Liberty Hall, there will be beads for everyone and a good time will be had by all I am sure. Let's come together this year and celebrate that we are OPEN!
ALR February Raffle - Feb 28th, 2021
The ALR will be raffling off a full book of Florida lottery scratch off tickets this month. Stop by any time before the end of February to get your tickets for a chance to win. Tickets are only $1 for one, or $5 for six tickets.
ALR Casino Night - Feb 27th, 2021
Join us for the 4th annual ALR Casino Night on Saturday, February 27th. Tickets cost only $30 per person and include dinner from Mission BBQ, $300 in Play Money, and a Door Prize Ticket. Doors open at 530 pm, Gaming begins at 630 pm. All proceeds to benefit Project Vet Relief.
A1A Jax Band - Friday, Feb 26th
Join us on Friday, Feb 26th for the A1A Jax band in the Freedom Hall. You have seen them before and you always love them so be sure to come on up and enjoy. On top of that we have karaoke in the Liberty hall starting at 7 pm.
Godiva - Friday, Feb 19th
Come on up Friday, Feb 19th for a new entertainer. Her name is Godiva and from what I've heard she is fantastic. So be sure to come on up and check her out.
On top of that we have karaoke in the Liberty Hall starting at 7 pm.
On top of that we have karaoke in the Liberty Hall starting at 7 pm.
New Queen of Diamonds Days - Starting Feb 16th
Tickets for the Queen of Diamonds raffle are now available for sale on Tuesdays and Fridays from 6 pm to 7 pm as well as on Saturdays. Remember you do not have to be here to win. If you are not going to be here for the raffle there are a few changes you need to be aware of. At the time of purchase you will need to show your Legion card, you will also have to provide us with your phone number and the ticket you want drawn.
Part of the reason we are opening up ticket sales during the week is that on Feb 27th and Mar 6th the Liberty Hall will be closed due to private events. So we will only be able to occupy the Freedom Hall for the Queens raffle. There is a chance that we may hit our capacity on those evenings. Your safety is our first concern and we will not allow the hall to become so crowded that it is unsafe. If we hit capacity you will still be allowed in, one at a time, to purchase tickets but you will have to leave directly after your transaction.
There are still 14 cards on the board, and I believe, 3 of them are still money cards. So be sure to get your tickets this week so you don't miss your chance to win!
Part of the reason we are opening up ticket sales during the week is that on Feb 27th and Mar 6th the Liberty Hall will be closed due to private events. So we will only be able to occupy the Freedom Hall for the Queens raffle. There is a chance that we may hit our capacity on those evenings. Your safety is our first concern and we will not allow the hall to become so crowded that it is unsafe. If we hit capacity you will still be allowed in, one at a time, to purchase tickets but you will have to leave directly after your transaction.
There are still 14 cards on the board, and I believe, 3 of them are still money cards. So be sure to get your tickets this week so you don't miss your chance to win!
Valentines Day DInner - February 12th
Richard Jordan is in the kitchen on Friday, February 12th cooking up a delicious Valentine's Day dinner for all of you. He will be cooking up a char grilled top sirloin steak topped with shrimp and crab meat served with whipped potatoes with butter and chives, fresh asparagus, and herb roasted tomato for only $15. This is a meal you do not want to miss!
Fat Tuesday - February 16th
Mark your calendars and plan on joining us on Tuesday, February 16th for our Fat Tuesday celebration. We will have King Cake, Beads, Drink Specials on Hurricanes, and Fat Tuesday themed meal.
Superbowl Party - Sunday, February 7th
We will have our annual Super Bowl Party on Sunday, February 7th. The kitchen will be open and of course we will be showing the game in both halls. We always have a great time for the game with great food and great friends and I am sure this year will be no different so plan on being here.
BAg of Cash Raffle - January 2021
The SAL will be raffling off Two Bags of Cash for there January raffle. Tickets cost $1 for One, of $5 for Six tickets. See any SAL member for tickets during the month of January. Winners will be drawn on January 31st.
