This page contains information on past events from 2013 to 2015. For information on events held in the later part of 2015 and all years since please see our special events tab.
Post Fundraiser to Help the Hamilton's - 2015
Early in 2015 we starting collecting funds to help a local active duty family with a daughter who is handicap to remodel their bathroom to make it more accessible. Below are a few pictures of the remodel as well as a letter of thanks from the family.
Armada Game - June 7th, 2015
Thank you to everyone who came with us on our group Armada trip. It was a blast!
Check out the photos in our photo gallery
Check out the photos in our photo gallery
I love my post clean up - June 6th, 2015
Thank you to everyone who came out for Post Clean Up!
Patti Kapegian, Carla Quimby, Mary Rodgers, Nicole Neal, Rodger, Steven Hewlett, and Brandi Haught
Patti Kapegian, Carla Quimby, Mary Rodgers, Nicole Neal, Rodger, Steven Hewlett, and Brandi Haught
Flag Placement - May 23rd, 2015
A sincere “Thank you and job well done” to the following volunteers for placing flags on Veterans’ graves on May 23rd:
Warren Smith Cemetery
Brian and Brandi Haught, Genelle Kriner, Bob Duffy, John Burroughs, Nicole Neal, Harry Becker, John Poe, Dave Carlson, Tommy Williams, Jerry Brandt, Danny Rodriguez, and Ernie and Cathy Florig.
Jacksonville National Cemetery
Ed and Debra Della Penna
Chuck and Sue Nist
Warren Smith Cemetery
Brian and Brandi Haught, Genelle Kriner, Bob Duffy, John Burroughs, Nicole Neal, Harry Becker, John Poe, Dave Carlson, Tommy Williams, Jerry Brandt, Danny Rodriguez, and Ernie and Cathy Florig.
Jacksonville National Cemetery
Ed and Debra Della Penna
Chuck and Sue Nist
Gong Show - May 9th, 2015
Thank you again to everyone who participated in our first Gong show and to everyone who came out and donated. Because of you we will be donating over $1000 worth of products to BEAM! Way to go Post 129!
Check out the photos in our photo gallery
Check out the photos in our photo gallery
Northern Area Ball - March 7th, 2015
Post 129 was honored to hold the Northern Area Ball this year. A great time was had by all.
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Check out photos in our photo gallery
Mission House Dinner - February 22nd, 2015
The Legion family came together to cook and serve a special dinner at the Mission House in Jacksonville Beach. A wonderful meal of prime rib was served on real plates and goodie bags were given to all who came to the dinner.
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Check out photos in our photo gallery
Meatloaf Cook Off - February 22nd, 2015
Thank you to everyone who participated and to everyone who supported our first ever meatloaf contest. Congratulations to our winners Donna 1st place, John Quimby 2nd place, and John Caputa 3rd place. All proceeds from the event went to benefit Beam.
Super Bowl Raffle/Party - February 1st, 2015
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Super Bowl party and raffles this last month. We have raised over $2000 to use to send care packages to our troops!
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Check out photos in our photo gallery
Golf Tournament - January 24th, 2015
Thank you to everyone who helped plan and to everyone who participated in the Golf Tournament to benefit our Boys and Girls State program. The event was a huge success! Click on the below link to check out pictures from the event.
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Check out photos in our photo gallery
Chili Cook off - January 10th, 2015
Our annual chili cook off was another huge success! Thank you to everyone who participated and to everyone who came out to support! For the first year that I am aware of we had a sell out of the chili! Congratulations to the winners! First place - Scott Moody, Second Place - Danny Rodriguez, Third Place was a tie between Kelly Bush and Diane Becker!
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Check out photos in our photo gallery
New Year's Eve Party - December 31st, 2014
New Year's Eve at Post 129 is always filled with fun, friends, and great music and this year was no exception! Check out photos in our photo gallery.
Wreathes Across America Escort Ride - December 13th, 2014
Check out the photos of the escort of the wreathes to the Jacksonville National Cemetery in our photo gallery
19th Street CHARITIES escort ride - December 6th, 2014
Post 129 participated again this year in the 19th Street charities escort ride for Toys for Tots. The pictures can be seen in our photo gallery. We could not be more proud or all of their hard work
ANNUAL Halloween Party - October 31st, 2014
The annual Halloween party of course was a night filled with fun and fabulous costumes!
Check out the pictures in our photo gallery
Check out the pictures in our photo gallery
Wreathes Across America Poker Run - October 11th, 2014
The ALR 2nd annual poker run for Wreathes Across America was a huge success! They raised enough money to buy over 400 wreathes for the Jacksonville National Cemetery.
Check our the pictures in our photo gallery
Check our the pictures in our photo gallery
Fancy Pants Fish Fry - SEPTEMBER 13th, 2014
The men in the funny pants were back in action at Post 129! In honor of our dear friend Dave Jordan the crew came together and served up fantastic dinner. All proceeds to benefit the USO.
end of Summer Party - August 30th, 2014
The End of Summer party was a HUGE success! Thank you to everyone who volunteered and to everyone who came out to support the event. Over $2000 in school supplies has been donated to our local community because of your generosity!
Check out the pictures in our photo gallery
Check out the pictures in our photo gallery
Backpack Delivery to Caver Center - August 8th, 2014
The ALR with the help of the Legion, SAL, and Auxiliary delivered 31 backpacks to the Carver Center. It made the children's day seeing all the packs roll up on the motorcycles. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Check out the pictures in our photo gallery
Check out the pictures in our photo gallery
Hat Sale - July 19th, 2014
Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Hat sale! It was a huge success! Because of your generous contributions the SAL was able to donate over $500 in toys to Wolfson's Children's Hospital.
Casino Cruise - July 13th, 2014
Eighty-Two Legion members boarded the new casino cruise ship in Mayport on Sunday, July 13th. With only 200 people on board the ship you ran into someone you knew at every turn! Some left winners, some did not but a good time was had by all! Check out pictures in our photo gallery.
Fourth of July Celebration - July 4th, 2014
Between the blood mobile, a fantastic lunch, an amazing bingo, a tasty BBQ for dinner and fabulous entertainment by Group Therapy our celebration ran all day! Thank you to everyone who came out! Over 90 dinners were sold in just under two hours!
Installation - June 22nd, 2014
Congratulations to our incoming officers who were installed on Sunday, June 22nd. There are a few pictures of the event in our Photo Gallery.
Hooked on Fishing - June 21st, 2014
For 20 year the Ocean Beaches American Legion Post 129 has been working with the Jacksonville Beach Polce Department, on a program know as “Hooked on Fishing, not drugs”. The Post cooks hamburgers and hotdogs for all the kids and parents. This year Post 129’s Chaplin donated some brand new fishing poles for the children that did not have one. we are proud of our volunteers and our chaplain for their support. Pictures of the event can be seen in our Photo Gallery.
Miss Post 129 Pageant - June 7th, 2014
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our "beauty" Pageant. Again is was a huge success. Special thanks to John and Ann for the wonderful meal and to all of our contestants! Congratulation to Gary Bush in being named Miss Post 129! Unfortunately we do not have pictures of this event, you will just have to be there next time to see all the great costumes!
Memorial Day BBQ - may 26th, 2014
Big thanks go out to Too Tall for cooking up the amazing food for our Memorial Day BBQ. Also big thanks to all of our wonderful volunteers for their help, with out you we would never be able to pull it off.
Memorial Day Train Crawl - May 25th, 2014
Since big toot was broken we went with an old school crawl on the trolley! It was a small group this year but we still had a whole lot of fun! Check out photos in the Photo Gallery.
Flag Placement at Cemetery - May 24th, 2014
Thank you to all who came out on Saturday morning to help place flag on the grave sites of our military at Warren Smith Cemetery in Jacksonville Beach.
Shadow Box Presented to John Cobb's Daughter - May 17th, 2014
Our American Legion Riders lost a dear family member earlier this year, John Cobb. Although John was not with us he was not forgotten during this years Legacy Run. One of the ALR members wore a patch in his honor for the entire ride. This patch was mounted in a shadow box and presented to his daughter on May 17th, 2014.
Please see Photo Gallery for Photos
Please see Photo Gallery for Photos
cABANE garage sale - May 9TH & 10TH, 2014
The Cabane garage sale was another huge success because of you our wonderful members!! Thank you to everyone who cleaned out your closets and donated and thank you to everyone who came out and bought!
Locks of Love, Pat Fowler Fundraiser - April 26th, 2014
Thank You! Thank you to all who participated and contributed to the Locks for Love fundraiser. Pat was able to raise over $3000 to be donated directly to Locks for Love!
Opening of the Beaches - BBQ & Parade - April 26th & 27th, 2014
Thank you to everyone who came out to support the BBQ and to all who came out to participate in the parade. It was another great year!!
Kevlar for K9's - March/April 2014
Kevlar for K9's was a huge success!!! Thank you to everyone who helped us reach our goal of raising $1800 so that we could donate two Kevlar vests to the Jacksonville Beach Police department! All it took was a 50/50 raffle (ALR) , one night of steak bingo(SAL), one Chinese auction(Legion), a Low Country Boil dinner(Post Family), Dinner at the Knights to Remember event(ALR) , Fish Sandwich Lunch last weekend (Legion), a ton of Jell-O Shooter sales(Canteen), anonymous donations for our wonderful members, and finally a donation for the Auxiliary for us to reach our goal.
Once again this proves that when we work together this Post can accomplish amazing things!!! It took less then one month for us to reach our goal! You guys are awesome!
Once again this proves that when we work together this Post can accomplish amazing things!!! It took less then one month for us to reach our goal! You guys are awesome!
Low Country Boil for Kevlar for K9's - April 5th, 2014
What a great turn out for the Low Country Boil Fundraiser! Because of all of you who volunteered and all who came out to support the event we were able to raise $700!
Check out the Photo Gallery for Pictures of the event
Check out the Photo Gallery for Pictures of the event
Girl Scout Cookies & More Goodies - April 2014
Our local girl scout troop collected enough donations to send 56 boxes of cookies overseas. Post 129 took care of the shipping costs as well as added our own goodies like scarfs and other snacks. The care packages were sent to a company Army Soldiers in Afghanistan.
MIAP Service - March 28th, 2014
Through the volunteer efforts of the Missing in America Project – Florida, the cremated remains of 20 Veterans, Veteran Spouses & Dependents were rendered their long awaited Military Honors; some unclaimed for over 40 years. Here are some pictures documenting the event. Post 129 was honored to have members take part in the ceremony.
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Check our the Photo Gallery for pictures of the event.
Legacy Run Departs Post 129 - March 27th, 2014
Approximately 35 bikers left Post 129 on March 27th, 2014 to start there 1200 mile journey across the state to raise money for the Legacy Scholarship Fund. Post 129 was honored to be apart of this fundraiser for such a worthy cause. The Run raised $20,000 for the scholarship fund.
Check out the Photo Gallery for pictures of the event.
Check out the Photo Gallery for pictures of the event.
Legacy Run Meet & Greet Party - March 26th, 2014
Thank you to all of our members who volunteered to make the meet and greet party a great success!! Because of you and your efforts the run got off to a great start and everyone had a great time!
Check out the Photo Gallery for Pictures of the Event.
Check out the Photo Gallery for Pictures of the Event.
K9 Veterans Day - March 13th, 2014
A huge thank you to all who contributed to our peanut butter and dog treat drive to honor our K9 service dogs! ! Because of your generosity we will be donating $1200 worth of peanut butter and treats to K9 for Warriors.
Knights to Remember - March 8th, 2014
Thank you to all who came out to see Knights to Remember Oldies Revue. All proceeds from the event went towards getting Kevlar vests for the K9 officers of Jacksonville Beach, FL.
Valentine's Day Party - February 14th, 2014
Thank you to the Richard and the ALR for providing such an amazing meal, Group Therapy for the wonderful entertainment, and to all of our fabulous members that came out to make the night a success!
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Check out the Photo Gallery for Pictures.
1st annual Super Bowl Party - February 2nd, 2014
Our first official Super Bowl Party was a huge success!! With over 180 people in attendance a great time was had by all! Thank you to all who volunteered and to all who came! Next year will be even better!!!!
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Check out the Photo Gallery for Pictures.
Four Chaplains Ceremony - Sunday, February 2nd, 2014
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the Four Champlain Ceremony. It was another great success! Also a big thank you to the ALR for the escort to the Post.
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Check out the Photo Gallery for pictures.
5 star veterans center - January 2014
Chili Cook Off - January 11th, 2014
Thank you to all who participated and all who came out to support our annual cook off! Congratulations to our winners - First Place Kelly Bush, Second Place John Quimby, Third Place Fred and Laura St Clarie! Also a big thank you to our judges Brian Haught, Nicole Neal, Linda Barefoot, Richard Reyner, and Richard Kasevich! It's never an easy job!
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Check out the Photo Gallery for pictures.
Honor Mission - January 9th, 2014
The remains of U. S. Army Cpl. Joe Howard, who was listed as missing in action 63 years ago during the Korean War, were laid to rest at Jacksonville National Cemetery Thursday, January 9, 2014 in Jacksonville, Florida. Post 129 officers and members were there to honor this solider and show their respect.
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Check out the Photo Gallery for pictures.
National Commander Visits Post 129 - January 8th , 2014
We were honored to have Dan Dellinger, the American Legion National Commander, visit Post 129 on Wednesday, January 8th. Commander Dellinger took time out of his busy day to visit with Post officers and members and talk to us a little about what the Legion is accomplishing on an National level. Thank you to all who came out to welcome him to Post 129.
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Check out the Photo Gallery for pictures.
Making Christmas a Little Brighter - 5 Star Veterans Center
December 21st, 2013
Our Post 129 Family has done it again. On Saturday December 21, 2014, due to the generosity of all the Post' Units and generous private dona-tions, we were able to take Gift Cards, Towels sets and toiletry items to the Five Star Veterans Center. There are currently 22 Veterans living at the center. All were homeless before they began their residence there. We spoke with a large number of these young men and women and their stories truly touched our hearts. Thirteen members of our Post made the visit. Our heart-felt thanks goes out to our Post Family for taking the time and giving from their heart to make Christmas a little more happy for these servicemen and women.
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Our Post 129 Family has done it again. On Saturday December 21, 2014, due to the generosity of all the Post' Units and generous private dona-tions, we were able to take Gift Cards, Towels sets and toiletry items to the Five Star Veterans Center. There are currently 22 Veterans living at the center. All were homeless before they began their residence there. We spoke with a large number of these young men and women and their stories truly touched our hearts. Thirteen members of our Post made the visit. Our heart-felt thanks goes out to our Post Family for taking the time and giving from their heart to make Christmas a little more happy for these servicemen and women.
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Wreaths Across America - December 14th, 2013
On Saturday, December 14th, 2013 approximately 2,500 Veterans, Friends and Families came out to honor our veterans by placing wreaths on every head stone at the Jacksonville National cemetery.
Thank you to the volunteers who came out for Wreaths Across America - Official Page. Thank you also to those who donated wreaths and to the organizers who helped plan the events at our VA National Cemeteries and other Veteran cemeteries across the country. Our Veterans and their families are grateful for the continued support and remembrance of their sacrifices during the holiday season.
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Thank you to the volunteers who came out for Wreaths Across America - Official Page. Thank you also to those who donated wreaths and to the organizers who helped plan the events at our VA National Cemeteries and other Veteran cemeteries across the country. Our Veterans and their families are grateful for the continued support and remembrance of their sacrifices during the holiday season.
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Santa Visits American Legion Post 129 - December 14th, 2013
December 14th, 2013
In the middle of Santa's busy season he took out time to visit with the Children at the Auxiliary Children's Christmas party. Special thanks to the American Legion Riders, Jacksonville Beach Fire Department, and the Jacksonville Beach Police Department for the safe escort.
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In the middle of Santa's busy season he took out time to visit with the Children at the Auxiliary Children's Christmas party. Special thanks to the American Legion Riders, Jacksonville Beach Fire Department, and the Jacksonville Beach Police Department for the safe escort.
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Miracle on 19th Street - December 8th, 2013
On December 8th, 2013 over 180 bikes, our ALR chapter included, escorted the Marine's to
Jacksonville Beach to collect all the bikes and toys that 19th Street Charities
collected this ...year for Toys for Tots.
What an amazing neighborhood that came together and created the 19th Street Charities and arranges this remarkable event every year! You are all to be applauded for your giving hearts and generous spirits. Post 129 is proud to call many of you family! Congrats again on a fabulous event!
Click here to watch the First Coast News Coverage
http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=337813
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Jacksonville Beach to collect all the bikes and toys that 19th Street Charities
collected this ...year for Toys for Tots.
What an amazing neighborhood that came together and created the 19th Street Charities and arranges this remarkable event every year! You are all to be applauded for your giving hearts and generous spirits. Post 129 is proud to call many of you family! Congrats again on a fabulous event!
Click here to watch the First Coast News Coverage
http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=337813
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Florida American legion License Plate now available
The Florida American Legion license plate is now officially available for pre-order. Help us spread the word sharing with your friends and family.
For full details please visit the Dept. of Florida's website.
For full details please visit the Dept. of Florida's website.