WELCOME TO 
THE AMERICAN LEGION
SYKESVILLE MEMORIAL POST 223
Commander: John Ridgley
Adjutant: Todd Yatsko
May 25, 2020
AL POST 223 TRIBUTE
* "Taps" plays at 9:10 *
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From the Commander: I hope this finds everyone well with the situation we are all facing. If you know any of our members in need of help please contact me or any officer, and we will do our best to provide help. You can also leave a message on the Post phone as we check it several times a week. americanlegionpost223@gmail.com / 410-795-7242 |
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Per direction, Post 223 is CLOSED until further notice -- TO INCLUDE PHASE 1 REOPENINGS. This includes hall rentals, bar/lounge and kitchen, St. Patrick's Day dinner, Bull & Oyster Roast, karaoke, live music, and all meetings. Refunds for B&O Roast will be available upon reopening. We apologize for any inconvenience, but the health and safety of our Post 223 Legion Family is our top priority.
For hotline and website information in different counties, visit our County Health Department COVID-19 Hotlines and Websites Page. Carroll County’s COVID-19 call center line is 410-876-4848 and is open 8-5 , 7 days a week. After hours, people can leave a message that will be returned the next business day. https://cchd.maryland.gov/covid-19/
Howard County: ***COVID-19 Information Line Hours*** The Coronavirus Information Line will be available from 8:00am-5:00pm - 7 days a week. Call 410-313-6284 for answers to health and medical questions about Coronavirus. https://www.howardcountymd.gov/Departments/Health/MM-Alerts-and-Recalls |
(410) 795-7242 | americanlegionpost223@gmail.com
| Sunday-Monday | Noon - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday-Thursday | Noon - 11:00 PM |
| Friday-Saturday | Noon - 1:00 AM |
The American Legion Family
*** LEGION Act Signed Into Law ***
** 11 Things You Need to Know About the LEGION Act **
*** Legion updates Auxiliary eligibility criteria from ‘wives’ to ‘spouses’ ***
| Since our charter in 1946, The American Legion Sykesville Memorial Post 223 has been welcoming VETERANS from all branches of our Armed Forces. Today, we continue to welcome all military personnel serving our country. Joining our Post enables you to continue serving your God, Country and Community. Our mission is to implement the goals, aspirations, dreams, peace and blessings for our country, friends and families embodied in our preamble. |
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The Post 223 Family greatly appreciates and supports all who serve, have served, and their spouses this month and all year long. Thank you for your service.
May 1: Loyalty Day May 1: Silver Star Service Banner Day May 7: National Day of Prayer May 8: Victory in Europe Day May 8: Military Spouse Appreciation Day May 13: Children of Fallen Patriots Day May 16: Armed Forces Day May 25: Memorial Day |
Happy Birthday to Our Current Legionnaires
for the Month of May
| Homer Anderson | John Ballas | Luis Barba |
| Suzan Barnes | Dennis Beard | Wilford Bishop |
| Christine Brydges | John Conaway | Shane Curtis |
| Anthony Davidson Jr | George Dorsey | William Earhart |
| Robert Ellison | Walter Geary Jr | Glenn Gillaspy |
| Edward Hand | John Jordan Sr | William Long |
| Walter Lynch II | Robert Newcomer | Roland Ouellette |
| Ralph Pickett | James Price | William Ramsey |
| Richard Rapp | James Robinson | Edward Rodriguez |
| Patrick Rooney | Larry Ruby | Harry Schafer |
| John Schamber | James Schwartz | Mike Semies Sr |
| James Simms | Walter Soltysiak | Paul Sunnell Sr |
| William Thompson Sr | Gary Witt | Richard Woodall |
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Please pay your 2020 membership dues no later than 31 January to maintain your membership status and access to the post facilities.
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Wanted experienced part-time Kitchen Staff Member to assist the Kitchen Manager/Cook at The American Legion Sykesville Memorial Post 223. Duties include meal prep, cooking, and tear-down/cleaning. Available kitchen staff member hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, & Fridays, 3 pm - 8 pm. Hourly wages are negotiable based upon training and experience. * Age 17+ * Agree to a background check Call the post after 12:00 pm Monday - Friday at 410-795-7242. Ask for Post Manager Stephanie Heck or Post Commander John Ridgley. Send resumes and/or questions to americanlegionpost223@gmail.com & steppy88@earthlink.net. |
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Legion General Membership Meeting 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
LIVE MUSIC IN THE LOUNGE
(PENDING)
(Members & Guests)
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| To the wonderful patriotic citizens of Sykesville, Eldersburg, and surrounding communities. Join our Post as a Booster or Sponsor. (Go to Sponsor page for details). Monies raised are given back to the community. Help us to continue sponsoring Scholarships for our children; give aid and assistance to our local needy Veterans and their families. Help us to continue to support financially worthy community programs and projects. |
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