Post 501 Woodbury, Minnesota
Post 501
Woodbury, Minnesota
About This Post
Notable Members
Richard H Stafford. Dick Stafford was deeply involved in working on behalf of veterans and helped create the Woodbury Community Foundation and worked to establish the city ambulance service. He was an original member of Post 501 and was active in ... READ MORE
Photos
Woodbury Memorial Day Ceremony
Woodbury Post 501 Scout Project
Joint Awards Banquet
Wall of Thanks
WW II Veterans Birthday Celebration
Flag Mural
Veterans Day 2021
Veterans Day Cards
Woodbury Days Parade
Annual Joint Picnic - 2021
Boys State 2021
Salute to Servicewomen Golf Classic
HISTORY
1970
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Established
Jan 11, 1979
The Woodbury American Legion Post 501 was charted on January 11, 1979. The post was formed as the growth of the City of Woodbury showed a need to increase support of veterans in the area. The first officers were: Mayard Flom, Post Commander; Bill England, first Vice Commander; Harry Southward, Second Vice Commander; Irwin R. Idso, Thrid Vice Commander; Chuck Swanson, Finance Officer; William Kruger, Veteran's service Officer. The charter was presented at Captain..
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Established
Jan 11, 1979
State and District Officer attended the Woodbury American Legion Charter ceremony on January 11, 1979
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Charter
Jan 11, 1979
Articles of Incorporation for Woodbury American Legion Post 501
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Members in 1979/1980
May 8, 1979
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 early meetings were held at the Woodbury Community Hall
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Charter Members
Oct 10, 1979
The Woodbury American Legion Post 501 had 36 charter Members when the post was first formed.
1980
Annual Memorial Day Service 1980
May 25, 1980
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 participated in the community Memorial Day Service. In the first years of the posts formation, the Memorial Day Services were held at the Woodbury Methodist Church Cemetary on Steepleview Rd. The 1980 Services main speaker was Gen B.G. Shaver.
2010
Month Post 501 Meeting
Aug 23, 2018
Monthly meeting of the Woodbury American Legion Post 501 held at the Woodbury Government Center
Photo: Sept. 16 dedicated to American Legion
Sep 12, 2018
Full Story This appeared in today's Woodbury Bulletin. Photo: Sept. 16 dedicated to American Legion
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 donates funds to Woodbury Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program
Nov 8, 2018
Following the Woodbury High School Veterans Day ceremony on November 8, 2018, Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Vice Commander Dale Johnson presented a check for $1000 to Major (retired) Thom Petzold, Senior Aerospace Science Instructor for the AFJROTC program. Major Petzold and MSgt Kathy Cotto, JROTC instructor were presented Pavers for the Woodbury Veterans Memorial by Woodbury American Legion..
Korean War Memorabilia Donated to Woodbury VFW and American Legion
Nov 20, 2018
On November 20, 2018, Jon and Marti Beltz donated memorabilia collected by Jon’s father Robert Beltz who served during the Korean War in the United States Navy. Robert served aboard the USS Plumas County (LST-1083) as a Storekeeper Third class (SK3). In this position, Robert was responsible for maintaining the ship’s supply stores, purchasing, buying and issuing..
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 supports Local Community Organizations
Jan 7, 2019
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 supports Local Community Organizations
Supporting local community is one..
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Poplar Conference Room, Woodbury City Hall
Jan 24, 2019
Full Story
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Poplar Conference Room, Woodbury City Hall
Meeting Minutes January 24, 2019
By: Woodbury American Woodbury VFW Post 9024 and American Legion Post 501 host Joint
Feb 21, 2019
Full Story
The Woodbury Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9024 and the Woodbury American Legion Post 501 hosted the first ever Joint Annual Awards banquet on February 21, 2019 at the Green Mill Restaurant in Woodbury. The awards were hosted by VFW Post 9024 Commander, Paul Lindahl and American Legion Post 501 Commander, Tom Grezek.
Monthly Post 501 Meeting Minutes February 28, 2019
Feb 28, 2019
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Poplar Conference Room, Woodbury City Hall
Meeting Minutes February 28, 2019 – 2/28/19
Present (8) Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, Henry Kolashinski, Paul..
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 seeks Candidates for Legion Boys State
Mar 20, 2019
By: Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Public Affairs
WOODBURY – The Woodbury American Legion Post 501 is seeking candidates from local Woodbury High Schools for the 71st Annual American Legion Boys State that will be held June 9-15, 2019 on the campus of St. John’s University..
Monthly Post 501 Meeting Minutes
Mar 28, 2019
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Poplar Conference Room, Woodbury City Hall
Meeting Minutes March 28, 2019 – 3/28/19
Present (9) Russ Bentley, Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, Henry..
Woodbury Mayor Ann Burt Presents Proclamation recognizing Poppy Days
Apr 10, 2019
Woodbury Mayor Ann Burt presented a proclamation to Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Commander, Tom Grezek and Woodbury Veterans of Foreign War Post 9024 Paul Lindahl recognizing May 24, 2019 as National Poppy Day in Woodbury.
The American Legion has long utilized the red poppy as its..
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 has Successful Poppy Days
Apr 30, 2019
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 has Successful Poppy Days
By: Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Public Affairs
WOODBURY – Despite the prediction of snowy weather for the weekend of April..
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 selects Four Woodbury Juniors for Legion Boys State
May 7, 2019
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 selects Four Woodbury Juniors for Legion Boys State
By: Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Public Affairs
WOODBURY – Woodbury American Legion Post 501 has selected four..
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 honors World War II veterans
May 22, 2019
This year Memorial Day is May 27. But what is Memorial Day? To many it is an extra day..
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 places Flags for Memorial Day
May 24, 2019
Post Commander Tom Grezek and Vice Commander Dale Johnson placed flags on veterans graves at two Woodbury Cemeteries, Woodbury Lutheran an St. Johns United Methodist Cemetery on 24 May 2019 in honor of those servicemembers who have died in service to their country. This annual event honors those who have died.
Woodbury Memorial Day Service May 27, 2019
May 27, 2019
A wet rainy Memorial Day here in Woodbury. The Woodbury Memorial Day Service was held at City Hall instead of the Veterans Memorial. A poignant event hosted by Woodbury VFW Post 9024 and American Legion Post 501. The..
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 presented By Gone Warrior plaques
Jun 7, 2019
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 presented By Gone Warrior plaques to three World War II Veterans in the past week. These Veterans are Emil Bartylla, US Navy, John Pfulgi, US Army and Henry Kolashinksi, US Army.
Disposal Ceremony for Unserviceable US Flags
Jun 8, 2019
The Veterans Rest Camp at Big Marine Lake, Marine on St. Croix hosted a Ceremony on 8 June for the Disposal of Unserviceable Flags. The American Legion adopted a resolution in 1937 for the ritual of destruction of..
American Legion Post 501 June Monthly Meeting Minutes
Jun 27, 2019
Full Story
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Poplar Conference Room, Woodbury City Hall
Meeting Minutes June 27, 2019 – 6/27/19
Present (11) Russ Bentley, Bob Dolan, Harold Easley, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, Henry Kolashinski, Paul Lindahl, David Mielke, Bruce Nettleton, Dennis Rasmusson
Henry H. Kolashinski
Aug 31, 2019
enry H. “Hank” KOLASHINSKI Age 94, of Woodbury. Passed away on July 31, 2019. A rare and wonderful soul loved by all who met him, Hank will be profoundly missed. Hank..
2020
American Legion Post 501 January 2020 Monthly Meeting Minutes
Jan 23, 2020
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Poplar Conference Room, Woodbury City Hall
Meeting Minutes January 23, 2020
Present (8) Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, Harry Toms, Russ Bentley, Hauly Moua
Woodbury VFW Post 9024 and American Legion Post 501 host Joint Annual Awards Banquet
Feb 20, 2020
WOODBURY – The Woodbury Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9024 and the Woodbury American Legion Post 501 hosted a Joint Annual Awards banquet on February 20, 2020 at the Green Mill Restaurant in Woodbury. The awards were hosted by VFW Post 9024 Commander, Paul Lindahl and American Legion Post 501..
American Legion Post 501 Feb 2020 Monthly Meeting Minutes
Feb 27, 2020
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Poplar Conference Room, Woodbury City Hall
Meeting Minutes February 27, 2020
Present (8) Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, Dave Lombardi, Mike Zerr, Dave Mielke
..
Woodbury Post 501 March 2020 Newsletter
Mar 1, 2020
Woodbury Post 501 Newsletter - March 2020
Post Meetings: Out of concern for the safety of our members that attend Legion meetings & to be in compliance with the Governors guidance we're canceling our Post meetings until further notice due to the CoVid-19 pandemic. We will you know when we will resume our monthly Post meeting.
Membership Update: Currently 141 members have renewed for 2020 and the Post has..
Woodbury Post 501 April 2020 Newsletter
Apr 1, 2020
Woodbury Post 501 Newsletter - April 2020
Post Meetings: Out of concern for the safety of our members that attend Legion meetings & to be in compliance with the Governors guidance we will not be conducting our Post meetings at City Hall until further notice due to COVID-19. We held our April Post meeting through a conference call. It worked out very well and we were able to conduct our..
American Legion Post 501 April 2020 Monthly Meeting Minutes
Apr 23, 2020
Full Story Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Held via Teleconference
Meeting Minutes April 23, 2020
Present (8) Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, Paul Lindahl, Mike Zerr, Dean Shepersky
Woodbury Post 501 May 2020 Newsletter
May 1, 2020
Woodbury Post 501 Newsletter - May 2020
Post Meetings: Out of concern for the safety of our members that attend Legion meetings & to be in compliance with the Governors guidance we will not be conducting our Post meetings at City Hall due to COVID-19. As of today it looks like we might be able to conduct meetings at City Hall no early then our September meeting. Our May Post..
Annual American Legion Woodbury Post 501 Flag Planting
May 22, 2020
Commander Tom Grezek, Vice Commander Bob Dolan & Dale Johnson of the Woodbury American Legion Post 501 placed flags at the three cemeteries in Woodbury, the Woodbury United Methodist, St. John Lutheran and Salem Lutheran Cemeteries to honor our fellow fallen warriors.
American Legion Post 501 May 28 2020 Monthly Meeting Minutes
May 28, 2020
Members Present:Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, Paul Lindahl, Bob Wuggazer ..
American Legion Post 501 May 2020 Monthly Meeting Minutes
May 28, 2020
Full Story American Legion Post 501
Post Membership Meeting, 28 May 2020
Conference Call, 7:00P
Members Present:Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, Paul Lindahl, Bob Wuggazer
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 Change of Command
Jun 25, 2020
At the June meeting there was a change of command for Post 501. Commander Tom Grezek turned over the Post Commander position to Vice Commander Bob Dolan. Tom has tirelessly led the Post for the past 18 years. Tom over those years increased the Post membership and has involved the Post in a number of community and charity events such as Wall of Thanks, Poppy Days, Woodbury..
American Legion Post 501 June 25, 2020 Monthly Meeting Minutes
Jun 25, 2020
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Held at Vice Commander Dolan’s residence
Meeting Minutes June 25, 2020
Present (6) Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Bruce Nettleton, Cam & Pam LeBlanc
Opening Ceremonies
Commander Grezek lead us in an opening prayer.
Previous Meeting’s Minutes
May 21, 2019 Meeting Minutes were read by the members present and approved as written.
Treasurer’s Report
Financial report was read by the Post Commander. Report presented detailed revenue and expenses. The report, reflected $8,541.74 in checking account, $..
Woodbury Post 501 Change of Command
Jun 26, 2020
At the June meeting there was a change of command for Post 501. Commander Tom Grezek turned over the Post Commander position to Vice Commander Bob Dolan. Tom has tirelessly led the Post for the past 18 years. Tom over those years increased the Post membership and has involved the Post in a number of community and charity events such..
Woodbury Post 501 July 2020 Newsletter
Jul 1, 2020
Woodbury Post 501 Summary E-Newsletter - July 2020
Post Meetings: Woodbury City Hall has cancelled our conference room reservations for the remainder of 2020. Our June Post meeting was held at Vice Commander Dolans backyard where we could have enough space to social distance from one another. It was discussed, during this meeting, what we would do for meeting venues for the rest of the year. Vice Commander Dolan took..
American Legion Post 501 July Monthly Meeting Minutes
Jul 23, 2020
Monthly Post 501 Meeting, Held as a teleconference
Meeting Minutes July 23, 2020
Present (7) Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Mike Zerr, Dale Johnson, Russ Bentley, and Dean Shepersky
Opening Ceremonies
Post Chaplain Mike Zerr led us in an opening prayer.
Previous Meeting’s Minutes
June 25, 2020 Meeting Minutes were read by the members present and approved as written.
Treasurer’s Report
Financial report was read by the Post Treasurer Tom Grezek. Report presented detailed revenue and expenses. The report, reflected..
Woodbury Post 501 August 2020 Newsletter
Aug 1, 2020
Woodbury Post 501 Newsletter - August 2020
Legionnaires,
Below is the Post 501 E-newsletter for the month of August 2020.
Commanders Corner: It has been a month since I took over as Post Commander. So far the ship has not sunk nor have I heard of any mutinies rumor. So I think I am doing fine. One of the privileges that I had this past month was visiting with a Korean War veteran. ..
Annual Lions Club Golf Tournament,
Aug 10, 2020
A great day at the Annual Lions Club Golf Tournament, in memory of Dick Stafford, at Eagle Valley Golf Course. A portion of the proceeds goes to the upkeep of the Woodbury Veterans’ Memorial.
American Legion Post 501 August Monthly Meeting Minutes
Aug 27, 2020
American Legion Post 501
Post Membership Meeting, 27 August 2020
Conference Call, 7:00PM
Meeting called to order at 7:05PM
Present (5) Bob Dolan, Tom Grezek, Bob Halter, Dale Johnson, and Paul Liindahl
Financial Report ..
Poppy Days 18-20 Sept 2020
Sep 18, 2020
Full Story The Woodbury American Legion Post 501 & VFW Post 9024 completed its annual Poppy Days this past weekend, Sept 18-20. Due to the COVID-19 our normal Poppy Day event was delayed from April. Poppy's were distributed at local Woodbury businesses including Hy-Vee (Oakdale),..
American Legion Post 501 September Monthly Meeting Minutes
Sep 24, 2020
American Legion Post 501
Post Membership Meeting, 24 September 2020
Conference Call, 7:00PM
Meeting called to order at 7:05PM, with eight officers and members on the conference call for opening ceremonies and prayer given by Comrade Zerr.
Minutes of August membership meeting approved with one correction.
Financial Report
-- Report presented detailed revenue and expenses. The report, reflected $ 16,984.30 in Checking Account, $ 5,102.73 in Certificate of Deposit, resulting in total financial balance of $ 22,087.03...
Woodbury Post 501 October 2020 Newsletter
Oct 1, 2020
Woodbury Post 501 ewsletter - Oct 2020
Commanders Corner: As you know the Woodbury City Hall has cancelled our conference room reservations for the remainder of 2020. Also City Hall is undergoing a complete interior renovation to be compliant with COVID-19 protocols. We don’t know if City Hall will be allowing the public to use their conference rooms for future meetings. During our Sept meeting there was discussion on what..
American Legion Post 501 October Monthly Meeting Minutes
Oct 22, 2020
Post Membership Meeting, 22 October 2020 Birdi Golf
Meeting called to order at 7:05PM, with opening ceremony and prayer.
Minutes of 24 September membership meeting, with two corrections (Harry Thoms name spelling, Thoms to Toms and adding approval of $ 250.00 funding to support a Boy Scout Eagle Scout of the Year Award, to be presented at Annual Awards Program and Banquet, in February) were approved.
Financial Report
-- Report presented detailed revenue and expenses...
Woodbury Post 501 November 2020 Newsletter
Nov 1, 2020
Woodbury Post 501 Newsletter - Nov 2020
Commanders Corner: We had our 22 Oct monthly meeting at Birdi Golf in the Valley Creek Mall. It was great to have an in-person meeting and be able to see our members and in a wonderful venue. The plan is to continue with our monthly meetings at Birdi Golf with our next meeting on 19 Nov. It would be nice to see more of..
Woodbury Post 501 September 2020 Newsletter
Nov 1, 2020
Woodbury Post 501 Newsletter - Sept 2020
Commanders Corner: We have been doing our monthly meetings over a teleconference since April due to COVID 19 and all of the protocols in place to keep us all safe. My hope was that this would present an opportunity for members to take advantage of our teleconference meetings to get involved in the inner workings of the Post and have your voice and opinion..
American Legion Post 501 November Monthly Meeting Minutes
Nov 19, 2020
Post Membership Meeting, 19 November 2020 Teleconference
Meeting called to order at..
Holiday TV's to Hastings Veterans Home
Dec 30, 2020
Woodbury American Legion Post 501 and Woodbury Veterans of Foreign War (VFW) Post 9024 donated five flat screen televisions to the Hastings Veterans Home just in time for the New Year celebration. American Legion Post 501 Commander Bob Dolan and Post member Tom Grezek, with Paul Lindahl, Commander of VFW Post 9024, and VFW member Bob Fritschi were on hand..
Woodbury Post 501 January 2021 Newsletter
Jan 1, 2021
Woodbury Post 501 January 2021 Newsletter
Commanders Corner: I want to start this column with my two wishes for 2021. I wish for Hope and Patience.
Hope that 2021 will bring us a vaccine that is available to everyone who wishes to receive it. I hope that 2021 will allow us to finally get together with family, friends and other loved ones, in person. I hope that the Post will..
Woodbury Post 501 February 2021 Newsletter
Feb 1, 2021
Woodbury Post 501 February 2021 Newsletter
Commanders Corner: Looking back at 2020 Post 501 accomplished a lot even in the face of COVID-19. We started the year participating in the Joint Award Banquet where we recognized Mr. Curt Cruz, Valley Creek Mall manager, for all he has done for the Post; planted flags on veterans graves on Memorial Day; Post 501 change of command; brought onboard a group..
Woodbury Post 501 March 2021 Newsletter
Mar 1, 2021
Woodbury Post 501 March 2021 Newsletter
Commanders Corner: I wanted to use this time to recognize 2 of our long term members.
Rudy Fadlovich is a 50 year continuous Legion member who served in the US Marine Corps during the Korean War. Rudy is also a paid up for life member.
Allen Nippoldt is a 60 year continuous Legion member who served in the US Air Force during the Korean..
Christian Cupboard Emergency Foodshelf Donation
Mar 26, 2021
Today Post 501 Commander Bob Dolan presented a check to Jessica Francis, Executive Director of the Christian Cupboard Emergency Foodshelf.
Virtual Patriotic Program
Mar 26, 2021
New Life Academy in Woodbury is preparing a "virtual" patriotic program this year, rather than live "in person" program, due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The school video taped our Joint Color Guard & the Patriotic Allegiant Honor Guard posting and retiring colors and will then incorporate video of the other program content and video will be made available to students,..
Woodbury Post 501 April 2021 Newsletter
Apr 1, 2021
Woodbury Post 501 April 2021 Newsletter
Commanders Corner: Our lives have been disrupted beyond belief in the past year. One year ago, the Covid-19 pandemic came roaring into our country and across the globe. It has
dramatically affected how we do just about everything in our daily lives. It has not been easy and we have been challenged in our lives, but as true American’s..
Woodbury Post 501 May 2021 Newsletter
May 1, 2021
Woodbury Post 501 May 2021 Newsletter
Commanders Corner: It has been a long year with all of the COVID restrictions, but we have persevered through it all. With vaccines restrictions starting to loosened we are seeing a light at the end of this tunnel. This year our Post has gotten back to in person meetings, Woodbury Legion baseball is coming back, Boys State is convening at St. John’s University,..
Woodbury AFJROTC Awards Ceremony
May 20, 2021
Woodbury American Legion Post Commander Bob Dolan attended award ceremony last evening at the Green Mill restaurant that recognized Woodbury AFJROTC members with awards and scholarships. Additionally, Woodbury VFW presented awards and Major Tom Petzold was recognized as Minnesota Teacher of the Year.
Woodbury American Legion Poppy Days
May 21, 2021
Woodbury American LegIon Post 501 and Woodbury VFW Post 9024 are promoting Poppy Days this weekend in Woodbury. This joint celebration honors military and veterans and raises money for veterans, community and youth programs in Woodbury. Come visit them at Jerry’s Foods, Cub, Total Wine, Sams Club, Walmart and Hy-Vee in Oakdale.
Woodbury Memorial Day Event
May 31, 2021
American Legion Post 501 & VFW Post 9024 hosted a Memorial Day Service this morning at the Woodbury Veterans Memorial. It was perfect weather to commemorate this special occasion. The Woodbury High School Air Force JROTC, Patriotic Heritage Allegiant Honor Guard, and Scouts BSA Troop 559 did an outstanding job in posting colors during the ceremony. Woodbury Major Anne Burt..
Woodbury Post 501 June 2021 Newsletter
Jun 1, 2021
Woodbury Post 501 June 2021 Newsletter
Commanders Corner: When I think of those who serve, it’s service before self and a strong desire to put oneself in service for our country. A commitment to step up and serve knowing the cost they might have to pay. It is above all Duty, Honor, Country! In the this month, the country will have many military holidays including, D..
Woodbury American Legion Baseball
Jun 5, 2021
Woodbury Post 501 Baseball Commissioner Bob Halter presents a check to Manger Kevin McDermott for the Blue & White Legion baseball teams. It will be great to see Legion baseball being played this year. Go Team!!
Joint Rifle Squad Salute
Jun 12, 2021
The Woodbury American Legion Post 501 & VFW Post 9024 Joint Rifle Squad performed a 3-volley salute and Legion/VFW member Russ Bentley played Taps at the Memorial Service for SPC Mike Wright in Harley Park next to the St. Paul Harley Davidson dealership today. Mr. Wright attended Woodbury High School, was an Army Veteran and avid motorcycle rider. The Patriotic..
Salute to Servicewomen Golf Classic
Jun 22, 2021
The Salute to Servicewomen Golf Classic, held yesterday at the Prestwick Golf Club in Woodbury was a great success. This annual event, sponsored by the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV), raises money for female veterans to provide much needed transitional housing and moving them from transitional to permanent housing. This year participating in the opening ceremony was our Joint..
Woodbury Post 501 August 2021 Newsletter
Aug 1, 2021
Post 501 August 2021 Newsletter
Commanders Corner: It was great to be back at City Hall for our monthly meetings. The meeting room we had was large enough to accommodate a bigger than usual attendance. I am really glad that we are attracting new attendees to our monthly meetings. This just makes our Post stronger with different voices to help us plan our direction over the next..
Annual Joint Picnic - 2021
Aug 10, 2021
It was a great day for the annual Joint Veterans Picnic at Carver Lake. The turn out for the picnic was better then we could have imagined.
New Flag Disposal Box
Aug 18, 2021
The City of Woodbury has a new Flag Disposal box at City Hall. Woodbury Legion Post 501 & VFW Post 9024 jointly commissioned the building of a new flag disposal box with the Hastings Veterans Home. Bob Brown from the Veterans Home did an outstanding job with all of the details of the box build. We have an one of..
Woodbury Days Parade
Aug 22, 2021
The Woodbury Days parade was held this morning for the first time in over a year. It was a wonderful day for the parade, bright & sunny. The Woodbury Legion Post 501 & VFW Post 9024 were in the parade in a combined float, as well as the Joint Color Guard. Here are some of the pictures from the parade.
Boys State 2021
Aug 29, 2021
Post Commander Bob Dolan presenting a certificates of appreciation for Boys State attendees
Woodbury Post 501 September Newsletter
Sep 1, 2021
Post 501 Septmerber 2021 Newsletter
Commanders Corner: I know we will face some challenges with the uptick in COVID cases with the Delta variant, but do not let this get you down. We will continue to do the things that we need to move forward and keep us safe in all that we do. It was great to see people at the Joint Veterans picnic and at the Woodbury Days..
Woodbury Post 501 October Newsletter
Oct 1, 2021
Post 501 E-Newsletter - October 2021
Commanders Corner: October brings together my 2 favorite events: Halloween & the Navy’s Birthday. As a Navy veteran and retired Navy civil servant I have spent most of my adult life in executing the Navy’s mission and assisting in forging its future. As part of the Navy I have seen the world, as the recruiting states, from Mediterranean deployments on a carrier to being..
Woodbury Flag Advocacy
Oct 13, 2021
American Legion Woodbury Post 501 Commander Bob Dolan presented Woodbury homeowner Glen Delany with a new American flag to replace a faded flag that adorned the front of his house. This is part of the American Legion Americanism Pillar to promote flag advocacy. The old flag will be disposed of in the new flag disposal box at City Hall.
Woodbury American Legion November 2021 Newsletter
Nov 1, 2021
Post 501 E-Newsletter – November 2021
Legionnaires,
Below is the Post 501 E-newsletter for the month of November 2021.
Commanders Corner: Veterans contribute to American society in many ways and not just during their time in active duty. Throughout our history, service members have put on their uniforms to protect the values and liberties that this nation was built on. That doesn’t stop once the uniform comes off and the veterans’ time in active..
Woodbury American Legion December 2021 Newsletter
Dec 1, 2021
Post 501 E-Newsletter – December 2021
Legionnaires,
Below is the Post 501 E-newsletter for the month of December 2021.
Commanders Corner: At this time of year, I like to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. It is really easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season this time of year and miss the chance to celebrate the gifts of hope, peace, and joy. This Christmas season,..
Woodbury American Legion January 2022 Newsletter
Jan 1, 2022
Legionnaires,
Below is the Post 501 E-newsletter for the month of January 2022.
Commanders Corner: We had a tremendous year as a Post. We got back to all of our post-COVID activities like Boys State, Stafford Golf Tournament, Joint Picnic, Legion baseball, Woodbury Days and the Wall of Thanks. We even got involved in a number of new activities in 2021: MACV Golf Tournament, Motorcycle Veteran Memorial, and a WW2 birthday celebration. Check..
Woodbury American Legion February 2022 Newsletter
Feb 1, 2022
Legionnaires,
Below is the Post 501 E-newsletter for the month of February 2022.
Commanders Corner: At the start of each of our Legion monthly meetings we recite the American Legion Preamble, Preamble to the Constitution | The American Legion. Have you ever sat down to think about what these words mean? The preamble is how we hail The American Legion as an unparalleled force in these United States for social betterment..
Woodbury American Legion March 2022 Newsletter
Mar 1, 2022
Legionnaires,
Below is the Post 501 E-newsletter for the month of March 2022.
Commanders Corner: The life blood of any Post is its members, but it takes a group of dedicated members, as Post officers, to make things run smoothly and keep the lights on. Post 501 is in need of members who can participate in the Post operations as Officers. Over the past year we installed new Finance and Membership Officers. We..
Woodbury American Legion April Newsletter
Apr 1, 2022
Post 501 E-newsletter for the month of April 2022.
Commanders Corner: I have been the Post Commander for almost 2 years. Over that time, I have received a number of calls from people asking to reserve our hall to booking bands to entertain our bar patrons. Ha! Ha! The calls that I take very seriously are the ones from veterans looking for assistance or just to talk. Most recently I was able to..
Woodbury American Legion April 22Newsletter
Apr 1, 2022
Legionnaires,
Below is the Post 501 E-newsletter for the month of April 2022.
Commanders Corner: I have been the Post Commander for almost 2 years. Over that time, I have received a number of calls from people asking to reserve our hall to booking bands to entertain our bar patrons. Ha! Ha! The calls that I take very seriously are the ones from veterans looking for assistance or just to talk. Most recently..
