Kincardine Legion Corner

Gloria Threndyle of Kincardine won $2,125 in the Catch the Ace draw. She chose Envelope No. 29 which contained the Seven of Diamonds. As a reminder, if you like to purchase your tickets in person, they are available at the Legion Bar, Kwik Way in Tiverton, Sleepers Bed Gallery, Jean’s Family Restaurant and Instyle Hair Studio. Help us push the jackpot higher and support all of our local charities!

At the Saturday Meat Draw, Stephanie Rutledge was the double-dipper. Lois Arnold won $121 in the 50/50 draw. Congratulations to all the winners. The next Mega Meat Draw will be Saturday, Dec. 7, with entertainment provided by Midnight Special Duo. To clarify, there will be turkeys to be won, as well as the usual meat, so plan to attend!

This week, Branch 183 was pleased to present a donation of $5,000 to Special Olympics of Kincardine and Area to support our local athletes. We wish all the athletes well in their training and participation in a wide variety of sports.



Kincardine Legion president Jim McDonald (left) and charity chairman Russ Crook (right) present a cheque for $5,000 to Special Olympics Kincardine and Area; accepting, from left, are Rosie Laidler, Richard Wright, coach Shannon Allen, and Jackie McDonald

We have welcomed quite a few new members to the Legion this month. If you are thinking about joining, the Early Bird discount is available until the end of November, saving you $5 on your yearly membership. You can join on-line or in person.

Many Legion members volunteer at the branch in areas of interest to them, and we can always use more help. Remember, you can assist in various activities, such as individual events or weekly recurring events. Tasks include cooking, serving, set-up, bartending (if you have your Smart Serve), planning or running events, helping Veterans, and much more. Volunteering can fit your time and interests. You don’t have to be a Legion member to help — volunteers are always appreciated! Speak to anyone on the Legion executive for more information or to get connected with the right person.

Upcoming events:
 

• Sunday, Nov. 24, at 2 p.m.: monthly Legion general meeting
• Sunday, Nov. 24, at 5 p.m.: roast beef Family Dinner
• Saturday, Dec. 7, from 3-7 p.m.: Mega Meat Draw - lots of things to win
• Thursday, Dec. 12: Bingo Night, this night there will be turkeys to be won, and a guaranteed $1,000 jackpot
• Sunday, Dec. 8, from 2-6 p.m.: Veterans Christmas Dinner; check our Facebook page for the flyer with details for this event, Legion members will get an E-mail with the details as well
• Tuesday, Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Party with the Adam Cousins Band. Tickets are now open for everyone to buy, and will likely sell out soon, so get yours quickly. Tickets are $50 each for Legion members, and $60 each for non-members, available only at the Legion bar. There will be a Twilight Taco Bar and bus rides home, with drop-off points in Kincardine, Tiverton, and Point Clark.