APPLETON AMERICAN LEGION POST 38
(Johnston-Blessman)
3220 W. College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914
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AT A GLANCE!
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EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
Club 38 within American Legion Post 38 has new hours of operation for both the Bar and Kitchen. These new changes are exciting, as we are now open on Thursdays and have updated our menu and expanded our selection. See below for complete details. Otherwise, you can also visit the Club38 website at: club38stage.com or legionmenu.com
MONTHLY MEETING & PRE-MEETING MEAL
Monday, December 4, 2023 Meal @ 6-6:50pm/Meeting @7:00pm
The weather may say winter outside, but with your American Legion Brothers and Sisters, there are cold drinks to toast, and camaraderie that is always warm and welcoming.
Our monthly meeting will be held on Monday, December 4, 2023, at 7:00.
Please join us in a pre-meeting meal of delicious homemade chili and chips. Dinner will be served from 6-6:50pm. The meeting will follow immediately at 7:00.
Thank you for your support of our Post 38 family, and we'll see you at the meeting!!
POST 38 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
Appleton American Legion Post No. 38's Membership Drive is in Full Swing! As of DECEMBER 3rd meeting, we are at 76.79% of our membership goal. Can we reach 90% by the end of the year? We are Legion strong so the answer is a resounding YES!!!
If you come to the meeting on Monday, December 4th, we will have membership cards available for those members wishing to renew their membership. See Dave Baumann for dues and membership cards.
FUNDRAISING EVENT
HOLIDAY CASH RAFFLE
December 17, 2023
(immediately following the GB Packer Game)
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NEW NUMBERS: The new numbers are in, and we are currently at $3935. There are 2 weeks remaining before the drawing. So, get your tickets TODAY!
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Where: Appleton American Legion Post 38, 3220 W. College Ave, Appleton, WI
When: December 17, 2023, immediately following the Green Bay Packer game as they take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Time: Game starts at Noon (12:00pm) and will be on at the Post. Drawing will happen IMMEDIATELY after the game.
Price: Tickets are $5.00 each, or 5 for $20.00
Purchase from: Tickets are available at Club 38 or from ANY Appleton American Post 38 member.
Remember, all proceeds from this cash raffle after disbursement to winners, come directly back to Post 38. Examples of where these funds are used include:
Scholarship Fund: Our own scholarship program to eligible children and grandchildren of American Legion members in good standing to better educate our children.
Community Programs: Funds help our Honor Guard and Funeral Honors support; veterans memorials and dedications, and community programs and outreach, as well as parades. Also, used for Camp American Legion Support, located in Tomahawk, WI (learn more at https://www.facebook.com/campamercianlegion)
Veterans: Assisting veterans who are struggling or need immediate relief and assistance.
Youth Programs: Funds are donated to Boys State and Youth Baseball programs.
Make sure to purchase your tickets TODAY!!!
DONATIONS IN KIND AND ESTATE PLANNINGβ
Please consider a donation to Appleton American Legion Post 38 when planning your estate. Donations are tax deductable. Any donations received go toward our programs to support veterans and their families. Thank you for your consideration.
POST 38 IS AVAILABLE FOR RENT
Did you know the Appleton American Legion Post No. 38 hall is available for rent during the year?
We are able to host your company's next meeting or company party. There is a special menu available which is through the Club 38 Bar and Grill. You can view the menu here: http://www.club38stage.com/other-menus.html
Contact the club manager Mike at 920-733-9840 for details and menu options.
Trenched in rich tradition since 1890, the annual Army/Navy game will be played on Saturday, December 9, 2023. This will be the 124th meeting of the two teams.
Club 38, inside the Appleton American Legion Post 38, will be showing the game, and while cheering for your favorite service team, chow down on some grub from our gameday menu (see below).
This should be a lively event and is expected to draw a big crowd. So, come early and secure your spot for the game.
We look forward to seeing you at Club 38
We look forward to seeing you at Club 38
This quote about the game says it all: "The 22 guys that are running around out there playing on every play in the Army-Navy game, they're willing to put their lives on the line for the nine million people that are watching on TV and the 70,000 people that are watching in the stands," Army head coach Jeff Monken said. "That's a pretty incredible commitment, so I think it makes it a pretty special game."
STARFIRE CHRISTMAS DANCE (BUFFET AVAILABLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE) SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2023 1:00-4:00
Star Fire will be performing Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Club 38 inside the Appleton American Legion Post No. 38, located at 3220 W. College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914.
Tickets are only $10 per person!!! See you at the Dance!
Don't forget, come early to enjoy our Broaster Chicken Dinner available on Sundays from 11:00-5:00pm.
FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY WITH SANT CLAUSE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2023 5-6:00PM Bring the whole family to Club 38, inside the Appleton American Legion Post 38 on Friday, December 15, 2023 to experience a brief visit with Santa Clause before he goes back to his busy schedule as he prepares to meet with all the good boys and girls the following day. Make sure to bring your camera to capture the memories of the moment. We cannot wait to see you there!
PANCAKE BREAKFAST BUFFET WITH SANTA
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2023
9:00-11:00AM
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is making surprise visits to ensure all the little girls and boys are being nice and the Appleton American Legion Post No. 38, is on his list of places to visit.
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Breakfast Buffet with all the fixings for kids of all ages. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture all the special moments. This has been a wonderful event in the past and we are so excited to host it again this year.
Breakfast Buffet with all the fixings for kids of all ages. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture all the special moments. This has been a wonderful event in the past and we are so excited to host it again this year.The following information is provided:
Where: Appleton American Legion Post No. 38, Dining Hall
When: Saturday, December 16th
Time: 9-11:00.
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On Tuesday, November 21, 2023, the whole American Legion Family (Post 38, Unit 38 Auxiliary, Legion Riders, Scarlet Guard) gathered together and marched in the annual Appleton Christmas Parade.
This tradition has been a long-standing one and Appleton American Legion Post No. 38 and the whole Legion family presented a unified front, with our very own Scarlet Guard Color Guard guiding us along the way. (The only thing missing was someone with a glowing red nose
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)While the weather was chilly, our hearts were filled with warmth and gratitude for all those who attended the event and those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes. Your commit is extremely admirable.
Here are some memorable highlights. Additional photos can be found here under 2023 Appleton Christmas Parade: Photo Gallery (appletonpost38.org)
The family of George C. Arts received his medal during a ceremony Saturday, November 11, 2023, as part of the Fox Valley Veterans Council’s Veterans Day tribute. The event held at the Outagamie County Court House, was themed "Chevron to Heart” focusing on the meaning of the Wounded Chevron and the Purple Heart.
The special Veterans Day presentation of the Purple Heart was made to the family of Arts who served in WWI, in the Red Arrow, 32nd Division. Arts was severely wounded in combat; he came home to make a life but eventually succumbed to his injuries and died at the young age of 35. At the time of his death, Arts never received his Purple Heart.
Through the efforts of the Fox Valley Veterans Council and Rep. Mike Gallagher’s office, the family was presented with Arts Purple Heart medal at the ceremony.
Family and friends gathered after the ceremony at the Appleton American Legion Post No. 38.
VETERANS DAY AT THE POST
Veterans young and old gathered at the Appleton American Legion Post No. 38, after the Veterans Day ceremonies at the Outagamie County Courthouse.
Veterans and their families were treated to free chili provided by the Unit 38 Auxiliary and free beer was provided by Post 38.
We had a great turnout from the American Legion Family and all in attendance had an enjoyable time. A heartfelt "Thank You" to all that participated in the event and to Unit 38 members who served a delicious meal for all.
VETERANS DAY PRESENTATION AT VPI
On Wednesday, November 9, 2023, Appleton American Legion Post No. 38 Commander (Ed Domek), Chaplain (Bob Johnson), and Vice Commander (Jan Hoffman) with assistance from Pedro Moreno, of Valley Packaging Incorporated (VPI), gave a "Veterans Presentation" with a background on their personal military history.
Mr. Domek spoke about being drafted and his service in Vietnam; Mr. Johnson spoke about his service and life onboard the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal CV-59, showing his sea bag, uniform and red jersey worn on the flight deck. Mr. Hoffman spoke about being Airborne qualified and showed a video of the 82nd Airborne jumping.
Thank you, gentlemen, for representing your respective services and for representing Post 38.
2023 CONTINUED SERVICE AWARDS
On Monday, November 6, 2023, Appleton American Legion Post No. 38, had the privilege of recognizing some of our members by presenting them with their Continued Service Awards.
This award recognizes those members who have continually served in our Post 38, and in the American Legion.
The following members were in attendance at Monday's meeting and received their Certificate of Continued Service by Post Commander, Mr. Ed Domek.
Noel Vernon - 5 years
Eric Jones - 10 years
Wade VanRyzin - 10 years
Fred Stennis - 15 years
Carl Abendroth - 30 years
Kenneth Coenen - 35 years
Give these individuals a hearty congratulations as they continue to serve our community and our veterans.
SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION CONTINUED SERVICE AWARD On Monday, November 6, 2023, our own Adjutant Dave Baumann received his 10-year Service award as a member of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL).
For those unfamiliar with this aspect of the American Legion Family, the Sons of the American Legion are males whose parents are grandparents served in the US military and were eligible for American Legion membership.
To learn more about this program, or if you feel you may be eligible for such membership, please visit here: https://www.legion.org/sons.
You can also contact Allen Watry, SAL Department Commander/WI Squadron 38 Adjutant at awatry@mindspring.com.
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RED HAT SOCIETY MEETING
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2023
Have you ever heard of the Red Hat Society? They are a group of women who put a positive spin on life. Recently, this group of fun-loving ladies held their meeting at the Appleton American Legion Post No. 38, on Saturday, November 4th. The Legion's own Frank Billings addressed the group.
Per their website, the "Red Hat Society...stress the importance of friendship and sisterhood, and the value of recess (play) into our busy lives. Today, hatters are commonly seen frolicking and embracing life to the fullest wearing the now famous symbol – a red or pink hat and purple and lavender regalia."
Thank you, ladies, for sharing your zeal and zest for life! To learn more about the Red Hat Society or to become a "Red Hatter" visit here to find your local chapter: https://redhatsociety.com/
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October - December 2023
The newest Quarterly Reporter is on the Legion website for your review. Please ensure to take a look, as there is always a lot of great information provided to our members.
As always, thank you for your support.
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NEW, NEW, NEW!!!!
WEEKLY CLUB 38
BAR AND GRILL HOURS
Check out our NEW menu at: http://Legionmenu.com
(New Menu effective September 2023)
Tuesday
Bar Open 2:00 – 8:00pm
Kitchen Open: 4:00 – 7:00pm
Different Daily Special each Tuesday
See below for additional information!
Wednesday
Bar Open 2:00-8:00
** Bar Open 11:00 – 8:00pm (during Brat Fry Season only)
Kitchen Open: 4:00 – 7:00pm
Spaghetti Dinner every Wednesday.
Wings, Wings and more Wings - only $0.80 per wing!
See below for additional information!
Thursday
Bar Open 2:00 – 8:00pm
Kitchen Open: 4:00 – 7:00pm
Signature Burgers w/Fries
Friday
Bar Open: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Kitchen 11:00am – 8:00pm
Offering Dine In or To Go
Friday Fish Fry Spectacular!!
See below for additional information!
Saturday
Bar Open: 11:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday:
Bar 11:00am – 6:00pm
Broaster Chicken served from 11:00am – 5:00pm
BBQ Ribs also available.
Offering Dine In or To Go
See below for additional information!
**CLUB 38 IS CLOSED ON MONDAY. **
(Hours are subject to change based on Club 38 and Post 38 activities. Haen's pizzas are available at the bar during bar hours. We do host activities and events that may extend the hours of the bar. Our banquet hall is available to help you plan your next function. Call: 920-733-9840 during normal business hours.)
DAYS-OF-THE-WEEK
SPECIAL MEAL DINNERS
TUESDAY NIGHT DINNER SPECIALS
Staring at 4:00pm
Our kitchen staff is cooking up a variety of dinners to satify any discerning taste. Come to Club 38 on Tuesdays to enjoy one or all of the weekly dinner specials listed below.
1st Tuesday- Salisbury Steak $11.45
2nd Tuesday- Liver and Onions $11.45
3rd Tuesday- Broaster Pork Chops $11.45
4th Tuesday- Baked Ham w/Brown Sugar Glaze $11.45
5th Tuesday- Prime Rib Queen $21.95 King $28.95
2nd Tuesday- Liver and Onions $11.45
3rd Tuesday- Broaster Pork Chops $11.45
4th Tuesday- Baked Ham w/Brown Sugar Glaze $11.45
5th Tuesday- Prime Rib Queen $21.95 King $28.95
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SPAGHETTI DINNER
Starting at 4:00pm
Enjoy a Spaghetti Dinner at Club 38 every Wednesday. You get a delicious meal of Spaghetti with Meatballs in a savory red sauce and a slice of Garlic Bread with a Garden Salad. Add a glass of Sweet Red Wine for only $4.50.
Complete Meal: $10.45 Served from 4:00-7:00pm every Wednesday. WEDNESDAY WING NIGHT Wings are now available on Wednesdays at Club 38! You asked for them and we listened. Available every Wednesday, order your choice of 6 different sauces - choose one to suit your taste buds.
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THURSDAY NIGHT
SPECIALTY BURGER NIGHT
Starting at 4:00pm
We are now open on Thursdays and that means we are adding an additional weekly special just for our most valued customers - YOU!
We are proud to announce our Signature Burgers are on secial for only $12.00!
These are Burgers are fit for royalty and include a serving of our piping hot fries! What are you waiting for? Try one today!!
FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY SPECTACULAR!
Come for the Fish, Stay for the Drinks!
Lunch: 11:00-2:00 Dinner: 11:00-8:00
Our Friday Night Fish Fry is quintessentially Wisconsin! Served is delicious Baked/Fried Haddock, Perch, Walleye, Shrimp (to name a few) along with a potato of your choice (including Baked, Fries, Sweet Potatoe Fries, Tator tots, etc.) with cole slaw and rye bread.
Bar Open 11am-10:00pm
Serving from 11am-8pm (Lunch available from 11-2:00pm and Dinner 11-8:00pm)
Our Friday Fish Fry , served from 11am - 8pm
(Additional Menu items are available)
Please call (920) 733-9840 to order your items "to go" in advance.
*There is a $0.50 charge per carry-out orders.
SUNDAY BROASTER CHICKEN & BBQ RIB DINNER
11:00-5:00PM
Featuring Genuine Broaster Chicken Recipe
Join your American Legion Post 38/Club 38 family for a good old-fashion, down-home country Sunday Chicken Dinner consisting of Broaster broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Stuffing with Gravy, and all the fixin’s starting at $9.95.
Extra hungry? Then add a ¼ rack of BBQ Ribs to your dinner for only $8.00 more.
Have a hankerin’ for BBQ Ribs instead of Chicken? Then purchase a ½ rack of ribs with your choice of potato, veggie, coleslaw, and dinner roll for only $19.95.
So, come on down to your Club 38 for some good ole' Sunday cooking!
WE ARE HIRING!!!
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE
come join our fun team
*Regular but parttime positions for experienced bartenders are still open. Work just a few hours a week but same hours every week.
*Cooks needed for evening shifts (3-9), Saturday and Sunday events, also during weekdays we need prep cooks.
*We always take applications, even for waitresses, at any time.
Apply at Club 38 inside the American Legion Post 38, located at 3220 W. College Ave, Appleton. Call Mike Utech at 920-268-8005 or 920-733-9840.Links to available training courses visit here: www.revenue.wi.gov/Pages/Training/alcSellerServer.aspx
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