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Royal Canadian Legion Branch 255Editor - Elaine Dunn - October 2014
PRESIDENTS REPORT
Summer is over and fall is upon us. I hope everyone had a fun and safe summer.
The Zone Commander and Deputy came in on Thursday Sept 25 for our annual
inspection. Due to our deficit we have been red flagged. It is up to the Provincial
Command to come to a decision for what is to be our out come.
The matter of amalgamation has been mentioned again.
It is something the executive and membership have to look at. It has come down
to declining membership and not enough participation by our members, and
slumping bar sales.
Hopefully now that many of the sports teams have started up things may turn
around. Meat draws and 50/50 draws will be back this October 11th.
The Seniors dinners and Friday Fish Fry's are doing well.
Thanksgiving is Monday October 13, have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving day.
Remember folks this is your Legion, if we wish to remain open we need
everyone's help.
With Thanks
Tim Copland Br 255 PRESIDENT
At the Going Down of the Sun
and in the Morning
Every day that we awaken and have the freedom to make choices, the
freedom of speech, the freedom to worship, the freedom to choose our
own government, is a day in which we should bow our heads and THANK
our military for securing those choices. Young men and women have
donned the uniform of our country and put their lives on the line to make
Canada the country that it is.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
If you wish to have a Legion service, please let your Funeral Director know.
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MEMBERSHIP REPORT by Bob Bromley Chairman
As of Tuesday September 23, 2014 the Branch Paid Membership for 2015 is:
Life: 14
Paid: 37
Transferred out: -1
Total: 50
EARLY BIRD CAMPAIGN:
The 2015 Membership Cards have arrived and renewals have begun on
September 1, 2014 with our early bird campaign. As in years past, one
member who has paid their renewal will have their name drawn at the end of
September, October and November and their payment will be returned.
The Branch needs your support this year and we are asking ALL MEMBERS
to pay their renewal membership during the ‘EARLY BIRD CAMPAIGN”.
New Members Initiated: Patrick M. Monahan / Assoc and Tania Briffa / Assoc
Welcome to Branch 255
LICENCE REPORT by Bob Bromley Chairman
We have extended the Nevada Tickets by 36 additional deals and have City of
Windsor for their approval.
The Blanket License for the Meat Draw and 50/50 draws has been submitted to
the City of Windsor for their approval.
BY-LAWS REPORT by Bob Bromley Chairman
The notice of motion to amend the By-Laws (Branch Regulations) is being
prepared and will be submitted through the Branch Executive shortly.
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SPORTS by Keith Bremner Sports Officer
The new dart boards have arrived. I would like to thank Ken Dault for his a
assistance in ordering the boards. We had enough money for 10 boards, plus I
donated 1 board.
I would also like to thank Maureen Fracas and Ladies Auxiliary for offering to donate money for some of the dart boards.
The dart supply cabinet has been filled.
The pool cues have been replaced.
The Monday night and Sunday afternoon leagues start the first week in October.
Come out for a good time ONLY $2.00
DARTS - FRIDAY NIGHT at 8PM
Everyone Welcome Men and Women and Anyone over 19 at Branch 255
BURSARIES REPORT by Linda Tetley Chairman
MARY TURNER BURSARY - 2nd Year Student and up, University of Windsor.
DEADLINE DATE - October 31, 2014.
CLIFF CAPNERHURST BURSARY - 2nd Year Student . St. Clair College.
DEADLINE DATE - November 30, 2014.
REV. W.H. GODDEN BURSARY - Full-Time Undergraduate Student
University of Windsor
DEADLINE DATE - October 31, 2014.
PROVINCIAL COMMAND BURSARY - DEADLINE DATE Last Friday in March 2015.
ALL FLYERS AND OR APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE BAR. THEY
MUST BE APPLIED FOR AT THE AWARDS OFFICE AT THE COLLEGE OR
THE UNIVERSITY.
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CHARITY BINGO
Come out for a night of fun with family or friends. If you don’t like bingo, you could
attend “The Zone” which is a sports bar and a slot machine room within the bingo
hall. Flyers are posted with dates for upcoming Charity Nights.
Tuesday .. October 21 st, 2014 at Breakaway Gaming Centre, 655 Crawford
Don’t want to play Bingo?.. No problem! .. Join us at the bar and Taptix area.
Purchase a $20 Taptix voucher and play the machines.
Our charity will receive $10 and it will count toward total participation and
possibly earning a free assignment.
OPEN to all friends and family you don’t have to be a member to attend.
Just sign up at the table on the left where you purchase your books.
Print your name and BR 255 as your fundraiser. You will receive a FREE
dabber & a voucher for a FREE coffee or soft drink.
HONOURS AND AWARDS by Jim Dunn Chairman
Richard Monaghan 40 year Associate pin
Paule Oke 15 year Associate pin
Dorothy Grondin 10 year Ordinary pin
Awards are given in recognition of meritorious or outstanding service.
Awards include medals, awards, certificates of merit and appreciation.
POP CANS by Stu Robertson
The Bowling team would like to thank the members of the Legion for all the
POP CANS. Please keep them coming. Any amount is appreciated.
Call Stu Robertson at 519-948-6038. Please leave a message if not home.
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COLOUR PARTY REPORT by Frank Maheux MMM. Cd3
Colour Guard Commander / Sgt at Arms
On the 7th the Colour Party attended the ceremony of the Dedication to the new
monument for the Afghan, UN and Nato Veterans at Reaume ‘s Park.
On the 21st, the Colour Party participated at the Battle of Britain at Jackson Park.
Thanks to volunteers Bill Major of the Windsor veterans and Ken Stevens CIC of
364 Lancaster Squadron , we were able to represent the Branch with our Colours.
One of our member Don Buchanan is presently under going test Windsor Memorial
Hospital, we wish you the Best Don. Another of Member Comrade Earl Jones had
to take a leave of absence in order to care for a family member, Earl should be
back with us next spring.
Due to our Dwindling members I would encourage members of the Branch to
contact me if interested in joining the Colour Party male or female are welcome.
WINDSOR GOODFELLOWS
SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
SATURDAY December 6th, 2014
Royal Canadian Legion branch 255 Riverside
Door Prizes Every Hour
CHINESE AUCTIONS 12:00 NOON TIL 6:00PM
All Proceeds go directly to the Goodfellows.
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
Milestone birthdays and anniversaries. To all our active members of branch 255.
Are you celebrating a special Birthday or Anniversary, I would love to post a
picture or a message to help celebrate your special occasion.
Call Elaine Dunn at 519-945-0671 for more information on how to submit it.
DID YOU KNOW?
Legion members receive a 10% discount off We Care home healthcare services.
For seniors who want to live independently in their own homes, having the right
support can make all the difference.
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YOUTH AND EDUCATION REPORT by Elaine Dunn Chairman
Please contact Elaine Dunn for details on the Poster and Literary Contests.
Each year, the contests are divided into four categories:
 Senior – grades 10, 11, 12;
 Intermediate – grades 7, 8 and 9;
 Junior – grades 4, 5 and 6; and
 Primary (Poster Contest only) – grades 1, 2 and 3.
The Poster Contest is divided into two divisions — Colour and Black & White and
the Literary Contest is divided into Essay and Poem divisions. Video Contest also.
As BRANCH 255 Youth and Education Chairman I am asking everyone to help
encourage any students you may know to participate in the 2014-2015 Youth and
Ed program. … Below is a list of schools in our area.
Coronation Public School
F. J. Brennan High School
George Vanier
MS Hetherington
Princess Elizabeth Public School
Riverside High School
Roseville Public School
St. John Vianney
St. Jules
St. Maria Goretti
St. Rose
Ste. Therese
W.G. Davis
W.J. Langlois
Dr. David Suzuki
Remembrance Poster Contest must be submitted by the end of November.
Video contest will be closed December 1st.
Check www.on.legion.ca for more information.
As a member of The Royal Canadian Legion, Carlson Wagonlit
Travel has a vast array of vacation benefits available to you
as part of the CWT Vacation Club.
Your FREE membership gives you
access to perks such as savings on all-inclusive vacations and
tours, room upgrades, ship board credits, free airline seat selection,
2 for 1 excursions, bonus RBC Rewards® points†— more of everything you want!
“The Realtor clients refer to their friends”
519-948-8171
BRIAN MCGINTY
Sales representative
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toll free: 1 877-443-4153
fax: 519-948-7190
cell: 519-796-5282
www.brianmcginty.ca
brianmginty @buckinghamrealty.
4573 Tecumseh Rd. E. Windsor, ON N8W 1K6
Casino Pointe Edward (Sarnia)
CASINO BUS TRIP
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Organized by Royal Canadian legion Branch 255 Ladies Auxiliary
Seat $10.00 each
Sandwiches, snacks and water will be served on the bus for donations
To the Ladies Furnace and Air Conditioner Fund
Bus leaves Royal Canadian Legion Branch 255 at 9:45 a.m.
Bus arrives at Casino approximately noon
Bus leaves Casino at 5:00 p.m. - Bus arrives back at Royal Canadian Legion
Branch 255 approximately 7:30 p.m.
Seat cost includes $10.00 voucher for casino play (free trip to casino)
REMEMBER YOUR VALID PHOTO ID (Driver’s License or Passport)
Please sign up at the bar. Seats are limited
Next General meeting is THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23RD AT 8PM
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THANKSGIVING DAY - WORD SEARCH
2828 CADETS CORPS VOLUNTEERS AT OUR 80TH CELEBRATION
Do you know someone who may be
interested in joining the unit?
Contact the unit recruiter at 519-254-2535
Location: Windsor
Training Address: 4007 Sandwich St
Training Night: Monday
Phone: (519) 256-6565
PO Box 519 - Stn A
Windsor ON N9A 6M6
Affiliated Unit: Windsor Regiment
Sponsor: Royal Canadian Legion 255
BRANCH 255 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
2014-2015
President
1st Vice President
2nd Vice President
Secretary
Sports
Sgt-at-Arms
House Committee
Executive
Executive
Executive
Executive
Tim Copland
Jim Dunn
Bob Bromley
Terry Vargas
Keith Bremner
Frank Maheux
Moe Thompson
Dora Lillie
Ruth Poupard
Elaine Dunn
Betty Ireland
Treasurer
Bingo Chairman
Entertainment
Bursaries
Legion Catalogue
Linda Faubert
Marilyn Bremner
Terry Comtois
Linda Tetley
Sue McCaree
Ladies Auxiliary
President
Maureen Fracas
Did you know that Legion
Command Service Officers across
the country . Provide FREE
representation with disability claims
to Veterans Affairs Canada .
Provide FREE representation with
Appeals to the Veterans Review
and Appeal Board Canada.
Provide assistance to all
Veterans including serving
Canadian Forces, RCMP
members and their families.
.Provide assistance navigating
and understanding the
bureaucracy, legislation and
policies . Provide assistance to
all Veterans in financial need to
meet emergency requirements.
www.legion.ca
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ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 255
80TH Anniversary T-SHIRTS are still available
NAVY BLUE T-SHIRT with GOLD COLOR CREST
$15.00 EACH
While they last
80TH ANNIVERSARY REPORT by Elaine Dunn and Sue MaCaree
THANK YOU,
To everyone who came out to support our Branch 80th Anniversary Celebration
We hope you had a great time.
All who volunteered we could not have done it without your help.
* The Executives * Ladies Auxiliary * Members * Family and Friends *
* 2828 Cadets * and Students * for your time , and donations.
A special thanks to Clayton Moore who donated his time and music right to the
end, Norm Ackland for providing us with great entertainment.
Your generosity was so much appreciated.
PICTURES are posted in the back hall way and on our website.
SATURDAY
NOVEMBER 1ST
BAND
B.B. AND THE D.J.S
8PM
ADMISSION $5
Members who wish to
participate in the
best costume contest
must pay $5
This money will help pay for
the prize
PRIZE FOR
BEST COSTUME
Join us if you dare!!!!
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CALENDAR
BRANCH 255
SUN
MON
TUES
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MEMBERSHIP
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WED
1
THURS
2
CRIBBAGE
1PM
FRI
3
CRIBBAGE
1PM
PEPPER
6:30PM
SAT
4
FISH FRY
4-7PM
FUN
DARTS 8PM
BACK 2 BACK
8PM
EUCHRE 7PM
5
6
MIXED
POOL 1PM
12
19
MIXED
POOL 1PM
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8
8
9
SENIORS DAY
PEPPER 1PM DINNER 4-6PM
MUSIC
CRIBBAGE
CRIBBAGE
PEPPER 6:30PM
3:30-6:30PM
1PM
1PM
MEN’S POOL
LADIES AUX.
7PM
PEPPER
BAKEGOODS
CASINO
ROSE CITY
6:30PM
BRANCH
BUS TRIP
DARTS 7PM
DARTS 7:30
EUCHRE 7PM
10
FISH FRY
4-7PM
FUN
DARTS 8PM
13
11
MEAT DRAW
2-5PM
BACK 2 BACK
8PM
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15
16
17
SENIORS DAY
PEPPER 1PM DINNER 4-6PM
FISH FRY
PEPPER 6:30PM
MUSIC
CRIBBAGE
CRIBBAGE
4-7PM
MEN’S POOL
3:30-6:30PM
1PM
1PM
FUN
7PM
LADIES AUX.
EXCECUTIVE
PEPPER
DARTS 8PM
BAKEGOODS
MEETING 7PM
HAPPY
6:30PM
BRANCH
THANKS
DARTS
EUCHRE 7PM
GIVING
7:30
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20
25
21
22
23
SENIORS DAY
PEPPER 1PM DINNER 4-6PM
CRIBBAGE
MUSIC
CRIBBAGE
1PM
PEPPER 6:30PM 3:30-6:30PM
1PM
GENERAL
LADIES AUX.
PEPPER
MEETING
MEN’S POOL
BAKEGOODS
6:30PM
8PM
7PM
BRANCH
EUCHRE 7PM
DARTS 7:30
24
27
PEPPER 1PM
PEPPER 6:30PM
MEN’S POOL
7PM
LADIES
AUXILIARY
MEETING
7:30PM
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29
30
SENIORS DAY
DINNER 4-6PM
MUSIC
CRIBBAGE
CRIBBAGE
3:30-6:30PM
1PM
1PM
LADIES AUX.
PEPPER
BAKEGOODS
6:30PM
BRANCH
DARTS 7:30
EUCHRE 7PM
FISH FRY
4-7PM
FUN
DARTS 8PM
FISH FRY
4-7PM
FUN
DARTS 8PM
MEAT DRAW
2-5PM
SOULISTICS
8PM
MEAT DRAW
2-5PM
ILLUSIONS
8PM
SAT. NOV 1ST
B.B. & theD.J’S
HALLOWEEN
PARTY
8 PM
$5
ADMISSION