Commander's Message

American Legion Members:



What an amazing month of events! We had a huge turn out for the Pork Chop dinner, Fish and Shrimp dinner, The American Legion Birthday and 75th Anniversary, Rib Dinner and Quarter Auction.

The Birthday/Anniversary dinner was great. The food was amazing as always. Thanks to the Committee for the excellent prizes, decorations, and organization. A job well done by all!

I personally have never went to a quarter auction and it was actually fun. We have decided to hold another one in the fall.

With that said I just want to send out a huge THANK YOU to ALL the volunteers and participants for success!

The American Legion and Auxiliary have supported Patuxent River Fleet and Family Support Center with Month of a Military Child Poster Contest. We can't wait to see what the kids have created.

The Post Adjutant has put together a Sunday Fun day April 6th. Come out and play some Left, Right, Center with Potluck. Game starts at 2 pm.

As we quickly approach April, please support the Red Cross Blood Drive the 11th. You can sign-up online or I can sign you up.

Bring the kids down for a fun Easter Egg Hunt organized by the American Legion Auxiliary. April 19th, 1pm - 3pm with special guests the Easter Bunny and Sparky the Firedog.

2025 Spring Games for Special Olympics St. Mary's County!!!!! The event will be held at St. Mary's Ryken High School. They are looking for general sign-ups if you are interested in volunteering with some awesome people!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F45A4A72DA7F85-55617682-spring#/

We are prepping for our Memorial Day Celebration and the SAL BBQ cook-off in May!

All organizations struggle with volunteers and our Post truly appreciates you all!

Start thinking about next year's officers! Any Legion member can be selected and voted on for any position as a Post Officer. Please reach out to a current Post Officer or Warren Burke who is head of the nomination committee to submit your vote!

We are all here to make the Post a great place for Active-Duty Military, Veterans, Members and Patrons to come together!

As always, we appreciate everyone's hard work in supporting the Post!

Amanda Tennyson

Post 255 Commander

ALA President's Message

Dear Auxiliary Members,

I am so proud of the students who participated in the Americanism Essay Contest. This year’s theme was, “What does America the Beautiful mean to me (regarding veterans and our military)?” The winners in District 6 were: Group I 1 st place Ava Dockins, St. Michael’s; Group II 3 rd place Brandon Gonzalez, St. Michael’s; Group III 3 rd place Caitlin Coon, Spring Ridge; Group IV 1 st place Madeline Burrows, Great Mills; Group V 1 st place Alexandra Dickens, Great Mills; and Group VI 1 st place Zachary Davis, Great Mills. The first-place winners will go on to Department. Good Luck!

The Children and Youth chairman, Samantha Pennington, will be holding the Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19 th from 1pm to 3pm. She will need volunteers to help stuff and hide the eggs, volunteer for set-up and clean-up, help with the games and crafts and an Easter Bunny or two. Please let her or I know if you can help.

Volunteer help is always needed for the Tuesday night bingo. If you can help, please contact Pat Norris at 301-904-5804. The Jackpot is getting up there so come on out and get lucky! Please keep our military and their families in your prayers and pray that all of them in harm’s way will come home safe.

I

n the “Spirit of Service not Self”,

Sherry Pope

Ridge Unit 255

240-298-2559

Snippets from your Post Adjutant

Alicia Glass

**THAT TIME AGAIN - ELECTIONS**

The strength of our post depends on the dedication and commitment of its members. Be a part of the solution, not part of the problem. Together, we can achieve great things. Let's answer the call to serve once more—this time, for our post, for our community, and for the enduring principles of Americanism that we all hold dear.

 The American Legion Family - Ridge 255 APRIL Upcoming Events

"America's Service Members - First in our hearts, always in our prayers"

Any questions about Legion events call the Post home at 301-872-5349

Volunteer opportunities at the post

Kitchen Cooks (QOH) Blood Drive Check in Table

House Committee Chair QOH Table

If you are interested in helping you can call the post, talk to any of the officers or see the bar tender.

SUGGESTIONS!!!

I want everyone to know that we do read the suggestions placed in the box. I will post the suggestions here with a response from the Post Members discussions.

If you would like to fill any of these positions please send an email to post255ridge@gmail.com

or look for a sign up sheet at the post.