WARNING - FRAUD ALERT

A telephone marketing scam is being perpetrated locally by, as yet, unidentified individuals. Posing as fundraising telemarketers, the callers ask for donation to the American Legion to be left in an envelop by the donors front door for pickup.

The Department of Massachusetts advises that NO FUND RAISING repeat NO FUND RAISING is being conducted at this time. Anyone receiving a call such as this, please note date, time of call, and Caller ID (if available) and provide that information to the Post Commander for forward to law enforcement for investigation/prosecution.

APRIL 2012 MEETING

The next meeting will be held Tuesday, April 3 @ 1900 hrs at the VFW Hall on County Road.

2012 SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

A meeting will be held within the next four weeks of the Scholarship Committee to select this years award receipient. Additional information will be provided at the April meeting.

2012 MEMORIAL DAY POPPY DRIVE

The 2012 Memorial Day Poppy Drive will be held on Friday, May 18, Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20. This is the only fund raising done by the Post every year. The money benefits Veteran's programs, the Scholarship Fund, various community support activities and Post operation. The Drive is also an opportunity to education the general public as to the true meaning of Memorial Day. Additional information and scheduling will be completed over the April and May meetings. Members are urged to participate to make this event a success.

LEGION SWEATSHIRTS AVAILABLE

Commander Graffum announced that navy blue, embroidered sweatshirts are available. An order will be made to a company in Florida within the next couple of weeks. The Post will cover 1/2 the cost of the shirt, up to a maximum, of $30. Members interested in ordering should contact the Commander and provide quantity, size and personalization information.