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Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday
Monthly - Sabattus Legion Breakfast 1^st Sunday of the Month from 7:30 – 10:00 am See Calendar below for dates! No breakfast Jan, July, Aug and Sep	Available for Hall Rentals 7 days a Week!	Weekly - Cribbage Tournament Starts Sep 4^th at 6:00 pm Click Here to See Photos! Every Tuesday, call ahead, Doors open at 6:00 pm Post is open for Membership as well during Cribbage Tournament! Everyone Welcome! FMI: Gordon Smith or Call the post phone number! (Leave Message)	Available for Hall Rentals 7 days a Week!
Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Texas Holdem 2&4^th Thursday 6:30 Starting in Sep	Weekly - Sabattus Legion Hall Open on Friday Nights! Every Friday Night from 6:00 – 10:00 pm As well as for public events listed on the calendar! Entertainment Starting Soon!	Available for Hall Rentals 7 days a Week!	Pricing Information For Legion Hall Is on our Webpage!

*ORANGE = LEGION NATIONAL Events!

*BLUE = LEGION DEPARTMENT Events!

* GREEN = LEGION BREAKFASTS!

*PURPLE = EVENTS at OTHER LEGION POSTS IN OUR AREA!

Future Events!
Date/Day	Time	Location	Event Details and for More Information (FMI)
14 Sep 2019	1100 - 1300	Legion Post	Korean War Veterans Brunch Free for all Korean War Veterans FMI: Jim Rancourt
20-22 Sep 2019 Fri-Sun		ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE	Please check the Smile for hotel information & Registration/Banquet Reservations Click here for more Information!
6 Oct 2019 Sunday First Breakfast Of The Season	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Community Breakfast Cost: 8 per person Free for: WWII Veterans Children 10 and Under Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud
16 Oct 2019 Wed	6:00 pm	Sabattus Legion Post	See Flyer for Details! FMI: Denise Michaud
3 Nov 2019 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Community Breakfast Cost: 8 per person Free for: WWII Veterans Children 10 and Under Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud
TBA Nov 2019 Friday	7:00 pm	American Legion Post	Turkey Raffle Drawings from Raffle Tickets you Received in the mail! Please send in your raffle ticket with your donation to be eligible for the drawing! More tickets will be sold at the Sabattus Credit Union! Bring Dollar Bills to the Post We Spin the Wheel! Additional Chances to win 10-12 lb Turkeys! Also deadline for bringing in Items for the Thanksgiving Baskets! FMI: Don Label
1 Dec 2019 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Community Breakfast Cost: 8 per person Free for: WWII Veterans Children 10 and Under Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud
TBA Dec 2019 Sunday	1:00 pm	Sabattus Legion Post	Children’s Christmas Party (Children 10 and Under) Sign up at the Post FMI: Denise Michaud
TBD Dec 2019 Friday	7:00 pm	Sabattus Legion Hall	Christmas Party “Adult Members Only” Gift Exchange Pot Luck Bring your favorite Dish! Deadline for Christmas Basket Items 1 Dec FMI: Denise Michaud
		THERE IS NO BREAKFAST IN JANUARY SEE YOU IN FEB Happy New Year 2020!
TBA Jan 2020		ANNUAL MID-WINTER CONFERENCE	Please check the Smile for hotel information & Registration/Banquet Reservations http://www.mainelegion.org/
		National Conventions Louisville, Kentucky- August 28 - September 3, 2020	Make plans to Attend a National Convention! Click here for more Information!
Past Events
Date/Day	Time	Location	Event Details and for More Information (FMI)
Aug 23-29, 2019		Indianapolis, Indiana - August 23 - 29, 2019 101st Convention 100th birthday of The American Legion See the Post Service Officer to Purchase 100th Anniversary Pins($10) and Coins ($10) Proceeds go to Boys State and the Centennial Celebration	Contact your Post or Department to become a delegate! Click here for more Information!
3 July 2019	7:00 pm	Lewiston Veterans Memorial Park	Flag Disposal Ceremony FMI: Tracey Rancourt Americanism Officer
June 28-30, 2019 Friday To Sunday	7:00 am	Portland Maine Jetport	Honor Flight Maine William “Bill” Henshaw Korean War Purple Hear Recipent Guardian Scott Henshaw (Son) POC: Jim Rancourt Adjutant
14 June 2019 Friday	6:00 pm	Sabattus American Legion Post	Flag Day Ceremony To Include Dignified Disposal of Worn out Flags Legionnaires Community Members Scouts Light Refreshments Free Hot Dog Dinner! FMI: Tracey Rancourt, Americanism Officer
14 June 2019 Friday	1:00 pm	State Capitol Hall of Flags Augusta, Maine Portland Company Commander – CPT J. Mcintire with Rep Tom Martin (Sabattus/Greene)	244^th Army Birthday Celebration POC: Amedeo Lauria
14 June 2019 Friday	9:30 am	Carrie Ricker Elementary School	Flag Day All Veterans are invited! FMI: Tracey Rancourt Americanism Officer Diane Whalen 3^rd Grade Teacher Sabattus Elem School
7-8-9 Jun 2019 Friday Saturday Sunday (DEC)	1200 hours Friday 0800 Saturday DEC Meeting Only Sunday	101^st Annual State Convention	Please check the Smile for hotel information & Registration/Banquet Reservations Click here for more Information!
June 6, 2019 Thursday	2:15 pm	Carrie Ricker Elementary School	Flag Folding Class Primary Students 3^rd Grade Classes FMI: Tracey Rancourt Americanism Officer
2 Jun 2019 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall **LAST BREAKFAST UNTIL OCTOBER** SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO VOLUNTEERS AND SUPPORTED US! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Community Scholarship Breakfast Cost: 8 per person Free for: WWII Veterans Children 10 and Under Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! FMI: Joseph Michaud
27 May 2019 Monday Memorial Day	1100 hours Until Completion	Meet at Post – Parade to Town Monuments	2019 Sabattus Memorial Day Parade Sabattus War Memorial Parade Units form up at the Legion Post @ 1030! There will be patriotic Music and Singing By the Band and Students Of Oak Hill High School FMI: Ron Caron
27 May 2019 Monday Memorial Day	0800	Starts and finishes at Sabattus Post	Veterans Run 5 K Run/Walk All runners are invited to attend. FMI: Jim Rancourt
25 May 2019 Saturday	1000 And 1300	Portland, Maine	American Legion Post 135 Service Officer Amedeo Lauria talks about the American Legion on WGAN and WLOB FMI Amedeo Lauria
25 May 2019 Saturday	0900	Lewiston, Maine	2019 Lewiston Memorial Day Parade FMI: Don Gosselin
24 May 2019 Friday	1030	Pleasant Hill Cemetery Sabattus, ME	American Legion and RSU 4 Students Place Flags on Veterans Graves FMI: Ron Caron
May 2019 Friday	1030	Local Cemeteries	American Legion and RSU4 Students Clean Sabattus Memorial Plant new Flowers on Town War Memorial Place Flags on local Veteran Gravesites FMI: Ron Caron and Jen Caron
19 May 2019 Sunday	1130 - 1400	Sabattus Post	Youth Day Light Refreshments Community is invited! FMI: Jim Rancourt
18 May 2019 Sunday	2:00 pm	Sabattus Post 2019-2020 NEWS RELEASE May 21, 2019 SABATTUS AMERICAN LEGION HOLDS ANNUAL INSTALLATION LEGION POST AND AUXILIARY UNIT OFFICERS FOR 2019-2020 SABATTUS, ME - The installation began with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the recognition of the POW-MIA chair prominently displayed at the front of the meeting room. The empty chair honors those who are not present by reason of being missing since their time in war. The first event of the day was the installation of the Legion Auxiliary Officers for 2019-2020. The officers were installed by Department Secretary Michelle Strom McCrea assisted by Sergeant at Arms, Veronica Gurney, and Chaplain Virginia Chaput. Each officer was presented with a pin and sash that signifies the office of their appointment. The following officers were installed to the Harry J. Conway Post 135 Auxiliary: Denise Michaud, President – The unit president is an able and qualified leader: she represents the Auxiliary in her community, and its success or failure depends largely upon her. She acts in a supervisory capacity, is familiar with the duties of all officers and committee chairmen and encourages and inspires them in their work. It is the responsibility of the President to see that all offices are supplied with all available information and material from Department and National Headquarters for efficient promotion of their various activities. The Unit President has many duties. She presides at all meetings of the Unit and the Unit Executive Committee; requires strict adherence to the Constitution, Bylaws and rule and regulations established by the National and Department Convention, National and Department Executive Committees and the Unit itself; appoints members of standing committees and creates such other committees as are necessary; appoints all non-elected officers, and performs all duties which are assigned to her office. 1^st Vice President is Joan Caron - The Vice President is given the responsibility, with the President, for complete development of the Unit program. The Vice-President is prepared to preside at meetings in the absence of the President. Secretary/Treasurer Jen Caron, The duties of the Unit Secretary are administrative, and she occupies a pivotal position around which all the activities of the Unit revolve; she is efficient and well-informed on all phases of the Unit, Department and National activities and requirements and is capable of giving authentic information on organization matters. As secretary she makes a record of all business transacted at each meeting and of the executive board and presents her minutes for approval at the next meeting. Her additional duties as unit treasurer are to handle all Unit funds, collect dues from members and make remittances of Department and National dues and special funds to Department Headquarters monthly. An efficient Unit Treasurer is essential to the smooth functioning of the Unit. Chaplain, Debra Devoe - The duties of the Unit Chaplain are to pronounce the invocation and the benediction at Auxiliary meetings as well as to perform such other acts as would fall within the realm of her office as the spiritual leader of the Unit. She conducts the memorial service when such is needed in her Unit. As the Auxiliary is composed of women of different creeds and faith, she must be a woman of tolerance and sympathy toward all. Sergeant At Arms, Joan Fournier - the Sergeant-at-Arms is responsible for keeping order at Unit meetings, for the advancement and retirement of the Unit colors and their proper care, and for such other duties as may be assigned to her by the Unit President. After the installation of the Auxiliary Officers, Ron Caron was present to lead the installation of Post Legion officers. He is a member, and former Post Commander, of the Sabattus post. He is also a Past Department Historian. He was assisted in the installation by Kirk Thurston, Rumford Post 24 who acted as his Installation Sergeant-at Arms and Tricia Thurston, Department Chaplain, acted as his Installation Chaplain. The Installing Officer gave the job description for each position, and explained the importance of each of their contributions will make to the success of the post. Each new officer was brought forward by the Sergeant-at Arms as Caron read their off their responsibilities and congratulated them on the appointment with a salute and firm handshake. The 2019-2020 Sabattus Harry J Conway American Legion Post 135 officers are: Joseph Michaud elected Post Commander. As such, he is responsible for the overall operation of the Post including supervising the duties of all other Post officers and activities to ensure that they meet the highest standards and fulfill the tenants of The American Legion. Don Caron elected 1st Vice Commander. As such he is responsible for membership. Joseph Tetreault elected 2nd Vice Commander. He is responsible for assisting the Post Commander with all duties and is key with regard to patriotic observances, developing Post activities. James Rancourt elected Adjutant. He is responsible for the administrative aspects of the Post and should be concerned with the overall effectiveness of Post activities and reporting to Department the activities and events of the post. Anthony “Tony” Culpovich, elected Finance Officer. He is responsible for receiving, safeguarding and dispersing all the Post's funds. David Devoe, elected Chaplain. He is responsible for providing the spiritual leadership for the Post membership. Don Gosselin, elected Sergeant-at-Arms and as such he is responsible for introducing all visiting comrades and guests of the Post to make sure they feel welcomed and that the colors are properly maintained and displayed. *Harvey Moses elected Post Historian. Harvey is responsible for compiling and preserving the records of the Post. Amedeo Lauria elected Post Service Officer. Amedeo is a Past Department Service Officer for the American Legion Department of Maine. The Post Service officer is responsible for bringing to the attention of all veterans and their dependents the rights and benefits granted them by law. He knows how to utilize the expert services available through legion channels, as well as those of other agencies in his community. His is the job of getting information to the full-time professionals to make certain that every veteran, survivor and their dependents are adequately represented. Tracey Rancourt elected Americanism Officer; she puts into effect the policies and programs of The American Legion dealing with youth, Oratorical, Boys State, patriotic events, flag protocol and other related activities. The Americanism Officer reports on the results of these programs up to the Department and National level. At the conclusion of the installation the new Commander Joseph Michaud, was reminded by the installing officer that he has the duty of seeing that no one is turned away and is guided by the decisions of members. Caron then presented him with the gavel of his office. If you are an eligible wartime veterans, and are interested in what the American Legion has to offer, visit the Sabattus post website at www.americanlegionpost135.sabattus.net to see the activities of Post 135 and become a part of the largest wartime veteran’s organization in the United States. There are many activities hosted by the post to engage veterans in the local and surrounding communities. Of course, prospective members are always welcome and encouraged to visit. Photo Information: 2019-2020 Unit 135 Auxiliary Officers: (L-R) Front row: Debra Devoe (Chaplain), Joan Caron, (1^st Vice President), Denise Michaud (President), and Joan Fournier (Sgt. at Arms). Not shown, Jennifer Caron (Secretary/Treasurer) 2019-2020 Post 135 Legion Officers: (L-R) Back row: Joe Tetreault (2^nd Vice Commander), Amedeo Lauria (Service Officer), Donald Caron (1^st Vice Commander), David Devoe (Chaplain), Joseph Michaud (Commander), Jim Rancourt (Adjutant), Tracey Rancourt, (Americanism Officer), Don Gosselin (Sgt. at Arms). Not shown: Anthony Culpovich, (Finance Officer), *Harvey Moses (Historian) *Updated	Installation of Officers! Slate for 2019 2020 Light Refreshments FMI: Joe Michaud
11 May 2019 Reservations Due by May 4^th!	3:00 pm	AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY JOINT TESTIMONIAL American Legion Department Commander - Scott Paradis American Legion Auxiliary President - Joan Caron Sons of American Legion Commander - Scott Morton May 11,2019 Social Hour 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Dinner 4:00 Program to follow Cash bar available in banquet hall Fitzgerald-Cummings Post 2 - Augusta American Legion Family 294 Capital Street, Augusta	11 May 2019
5 May 2019 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! Awards for Breakfast Volunteers! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Community Breakfast Cost: 8 per person Free for: WWII Veterans Children 10 and Under Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud
7 Apr 2019 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Community Breakfast Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud
15 Mar 2019 Friday	3:00 pm	Hall of Flags Augusta Maine	Unveiling of Centennial Plaque FMI: Joe Michaud
3 Mar 2019 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Community Breakfast Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (7-10) Children 6 and Under Free WII Veterans Free Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud
3 Feb 2019 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Community Breakfast Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud
19-20 Jan 2019		ANNUAL MID-WINTER CONFERENCE SPECTACULAR EVENT CENTER, BANGOR JANUARY 19-20, 2019	Please click here for hotel information & Registration/Banquet Reservations.
		NO BREAKFAST IN JANUARY 2019 Happy New Year 2019! See you in February 2019!
14 Dec 2018 Friday	7:00 pm	Sabattus Legion Hall	Christmas Party “Adult Members Only” Gift Exchange Pot Luck Bring your favorite Dish! Deadline for Christmas Basket Items 1 Dec FMI: Denise Michaud
9 December 2018 Sunday	1:00 pm	Sabattus Legion Post	Children’s Christmas Party (Children 10 and Under) Sign up at the Post FMI: Denise Michaud
2 December 2018 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud
16 November 2018 Friday	7:00 pm	American Legion Post	Turkey Raffle Drawings from Raffle Tickets you Received in the mail! Please send in your raffle ticket with your donation to be eligible for the drawing! More tickets will be sold at the Sabattus Credit Union! Bring Dollar Bills to the Post We Spin the Wheel! Additional Chances to win 10-12 lb Turkeys! Also deadline for bringing in Items for the Thanksgiving Baskets! FMI: Don Label
11 November 2018 Sunday Observed on Monday Holiday	2:00 pm	American Legion Post	Veterans Day Blue Star Banner WWII Veteran Honors 50 Year Membership Award FMI: James Rancourt
8 November 2018	6:30 pm	American Legion Post	Paint Night FMI: Denise Michaud
4 November 2018 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud or Amedeo Lauria
26 October 2018 Friday	6:30 pm	Sabattus Legion Hall	Halloween Party Dress in Costume Music Dancing Karaoke No Cover Charge Costume Contest FMI: Jen Caron and Amedeo Lauria
17 Oct 2018 Wed	6:00 pm	Sabattus Legion Post	Annual Fall Card Party FMI: Denise Michaud
7 Oct 2018 Sunday	0730-1000		Sabattus Legion Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Joseph Michaud or Amedeo Lauria
21-23 Sep 2018 Friday Saturday Sunday	See Smile!	Mechanic Falls and Gray Posts FALL CONFERENCE Friday evening, September 21st – Entertainment at Bath Post 21 POW/MIA Recognition day ceremony	Department Fall Conference 21-23 Sep 2018 Friday Saturday Sunday Click here for more Information!
August 24 - 30, 2018		New Commander – Brett Reistad Minneapolis, Minnesota - August 24 - 30, 2018 100th Annual National Convention of The American Legion Centennial Kick Off Celebration!	Contact your Post or Department to become a delegate! http://www.legion.org
10 Aug 2018 Friday	6:30	Sabattus Legion Post	Post Karaoke Night FMI: Amedeo Lauria
15 June – 17 June 2018 Fri-Sun		American Legion Department of Maine 100^th Annual State Convention Convention, Parade and DEC Meeting Joan Caron, Sabattus Unit 135 Elected Auxiliary Department President 2018-2019	See Department Website For Details Click Here for More Information!
July 3, 2018 Saturday	6:00	Veteran Memorial Park – Lewiston Jen Caron - Hometown Hero Award – Modern Woodman Insurance Amedeo Lauria – Hometown Hero Award – Modern Woodman Insurance	Flag Ceremony Hometown Hero Awards POC: Diane Whalen, RSU 4
14 June 2018 Thu	6:00 pm	Sabattus American Legion Post	Flag Day Ceremony To Include Dignified Disposal of Worn out Flags Legionnaires Community Members Scouts Light Refreshments Free Hot Dog Dinner! FMI: Amedeo Lauria, PSO
14 June 2018 Thu	9:30 am	Carrie Ricker Elementary School	Flag Day FMI: Amedeo Lauria
13 June 2018 Wed	2:15 pm	Carrie Ricker Elementary School	Flag Folding Class Primary Students 3^rd Grade Classes FMI: Amedeo Lauria
3 June 2018 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! “Post Scholarship Breakfast” All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Scholarship Breakfast Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Don Caron
28 May 2018 Monday Memorial Day	1100 hours Until Completion	2018 Sabattus Memorial Day Parade Sabattus War Memorial Photo Will Fessenden/Lewiston Sun Journal Photo Will Fessenden/Lewiston Sun Journal Photo Will Fessenden/Lewiston Sun Journal Photo Will Fessenden/Lewiston Sun Journal	Units form up at the Legion Post @ 1030! There will be patriotic Music and Singing By the Band and Students Of Oak Hill High School FMI: Contact Ron Caron
28 May 2018 Monday Memorial Day	0700 Doors Open	Sabattus Legion Post	2^nd Annual Sabattus Legion Veteran 5K Scholarship Run FMI: Jim Rancourt
27 May 2018 Sunday		Students and parent volunteers from Carrie Ricker School of Litchfield volunteer their Sunday morning to attend a Memorial Day prepping opportunity led by their teacher and Sabattus American Legion Auxiliary officer Jennifer Caron. The group, led by Sabattus American Legion member Ron Caron, planted flowers at the Sabattus Monument, seen here, and Pleasant Hill Cemetery as well as replaced flags for veterans at five community cemeteries. The students were then given a tour of the Harry J. Conway Post 135, American Legion, by Caron. He gave them information about the town, Legion, and the connections between the two. From left are Ethan Rinko, Aubrey Wood, Carlee Austin, Michael Henry and parent volunteer Michele Glendenning. Carrie Ricker School students, from left, Michael Henry, Spencer Baldwin, Celina Curran, Aleeha Chapman, Aubrey Wood and Carlee Austin and teacher and Harry J. Conway Post 135, American Legion, Auxiliary officer Jennifer Caron plant flowers at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Sabattus in preparation for Memorial Day. Lewiston Sun Journal May 29, 2018	Litchfield students ready for Memorial Day
24 May 2018 Thursday	6:30 pm		See Flyer for Details.
20 May 2018 Sunday	2:00 pm	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Welcome Veterans Welcome NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 24, 2018 SABATTUS AMERICAN LEGION HOLDS ANNUAL INSTALLATION OF POST AND AUXILIARY UNIT OFFICERS FOR 2018-2019 SABATTUS, ME - The installation began with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the recognition of the POW-MIA chair prominently displayed at the front of the meeting room. The empty chair honors those who are not present by reason of being missing since their time in war. The first event of the day was the installation of the Legion Auxiliary Officers for 2018-2019. The officers were installed by Joan Caron. Each officer was presented with a pin and sash that signifies the office of their appointment. The following officers were installed to the Harry J. Conway Post 135 Auxiliary: Denise Michaud, President – The unit president is an able and qualified leader: she represents the Auxiliary in her community, and its success or failure depends largely upon her. She acts in a supervisory capacity, is familiar with the duties of all officers and committee chairmen and encourages and inspires them in their work. It is the responsibility of the President to see that all offices are supplied with all available information and material from Department and National Headquarters for efficient promotion of their various activities. The Unit President has many duties. She presides at all meetings of the Unit and the Unit Executive Committee; requires strict adherence to the Constitution, Bylaws and rule and regulations established by the National and Department Convention, National and Department Executive Committees and the Unit itself; appoints members of standing committees and creates such other committees as are necessary; appoints all non-elected officers, and performs all duties which are assigned to her office. 1st Vice President Jennifer Caron and 2nd Vice President Cheryl Shearer - The Vice Presidents are given the responsibility, with the President, for complete development of the Unit program. The Vice-Presidents are prepared to preside at meetings in the absence of the President. Secretary/Treasurer Teresa Bradford, The duties of the Unit Secretary are administrative, and she occupies a pivotal position around which all the activities of the Unit revolve; she is efficient and well-informed on all phases of the Unit, Department and National activities and requirements and is capable of giving authentic information on organization matters. As secretary she makes a record of all business transacted at each meeting and of the executive board and presents her minutes for approval at the next meeting. Her additional duties as unit treasurer are to handle all Unit funds, collect dues from members and make remittances of Department and National dues and special funds to Department Headquarters monthly. An efficient Unit Treasurer is essential to the smooth functioning of the Unit. Chaplain, Debra Devoe - The duties of the Unit Chaplain are to pronounce the invocation and the benediction at Auxiliary meetings as well as to perform such other acts as would fall within the realm of her office as the spiritual leader of the Unit. She conducts the memorial service when such is needed in her Unit. As the Auxiliary is composed of women of different creeds and faith, she must be a woman of tolerance and sympathy toward all. Sergeant At Arms, Joan Fournier - the Sergeant-at-Arms is responsible for keeping order at Unit meetings, for the advancement and retirement of the Unit colors and their proper care, and for such other duties as may be assigned to her by the Unit President. After the installation of the Auxiliary Officers, Ron Caron was present to lead the installation of Post Legion officers. He is a member, and former Post Commander, of the Sabattus post. He is also a Past Department Historian. He was assisted in the installation by Kirk Thurston, Rumford Post 24 who acted as his Installation Sergeant-at Arms and David Devoe, Post Chaplain, acted as Installation Chaplain. The Installing Officer gave the job description for each position, and explained the importance of each of their contributions will make to the success of the post. Each new officer was brought forward by the Sergeant-at Arms as Caron read their off their responsibilities and congratulated them on the appointment with a salute and firm handshake. The 2018-19 Sabattus Harry J Conway American Legion Post 135 officers are: Joseph Michaud is the new Post Commander. As such, he is responsible for the overall operation of the Post including supervising the duties of all other Post officers and activities to ensure that they meet the highest standards and fulfill the tenants of The American Legion. Don Caron is the newly appointed 1st Vice Commander. As such he is responsible for membership. Joseph Tetreault was re-appointed 2nd Vice Commander. He is responsible for assisting the Post Commander with all duties and is key with regard to patriotic observances, developing Post activities. James Rancourt is the re-appointed Adjutant. He is responsible for the administrative aspects of the Post and should be concerned with the overall effectiveness of Post activities and reporting to Department the activities and events of the post. Anthony “Tony” Culpovitch, is returning as Finance Officer. He is responsible for receiving, safeguarding and dispersing all the Post's funds. David Devoe, was re-elected Chaplain. He is responsible for providing the spiritual leadership for the Post membership. Harvey Moses, was re-elected Sergeant-at-Arms and as such he is responsible for introducing all visiting comrades and guests of the Post to make sure they feel welcomed and that the colors are properly maintained and displayed. Gordon Smith is returning as Post Historian. Gordon is responsible for compiling and preserving the records of the Post. Amedeo Lauria is returning as the Post Service Officer. Amedeo is a Past Department Service Officer for the American Legion Department of Maine. The Post Service officer is responsible for bringing to the attention of all veterans and their dependents the rights and benefits granted them by law. He knows how to utilize the expert services available through legion channels, as well as those of other agencies in his community. His is the job of getting information to the full-time professionals to make certain that every veteran, survivor and their dependents are adequately represented. Dominic Santomango was elected Americanism Officer; he puts into effect the policies and programs of The American Legion dealing with youth, flag protocol, patriotic events and other related activities. The Americanism Officer reports on the results of these programs up to the Department and National level. At the conclusion of the installation the new Commander Joseph Michaud, was reminded by the installing officer that he has the duty of seeing that no one is turned away and is guided by the decisions of members. Caron then presented him with the gavel of his office. During his speech, the incoming Commander talked about the accomplishments of the post and the way ahead for the next year. He envisions a wider array of post programs, increased membership and to continue to make the post a great place from which to serve local veterans and our community! If you are an eligible wartime veterans, and are interested in what the American Legion has to offer, visit the Sabattus post website at www.americanlegionpost135.sabattus.net to see the activities of Post 135 and become a part of the largest wartime veteran’s organization in the United States. There are many activities hosted by the post to engage veterans in the local and surrounding communities. Of course, prospective members are always welcome and encouraged to visit.
6 May 2018 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Don Caron
18 March 2018 Sunday	1200 – 1500 Hours	Sabattus American Legion Post Open House for all local Veterans! Centennial Kick Off – Maine Free Bean Lunch for Veterans! Accredited Service Officer on Hand to Answer Questions 99^th Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony District 3 Meeting Legion Family and Veteran Guests are Invited!	American Legion Birthday Party!
4 March 2018 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Don Caron
4 February 2018 Sunday	7:30 – 10:00 am	Sabattus Legion Hall Community Members Welcome! Volunteers Welcome! All you can eat buffet!	Sabattus Legion Cost: Adults $8 Children $3 (10 and Under) Kitchen Volunteers please arrive by 6:00 am Wait Volunteers please arrive by 6:30 am FMI: Don Caron
20 January 2018	0800	American Legion Department of Maine Mid-Winter Conference	Spectacular Events Center Bangor Maine Registration Deadline January 12, 2018 Click Here for More Information
		THERE IS NO BREAKFAST IN JANUARY SEE YOU IN FEB Happy New Year 2018!