*** MEMORIAL DAY PARADE INFORMATION ***
Dear Friends,
The American Legion Post No. 1 cordially invites you to participate in this year’s annual Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 27, 2024. The parade starts by the Leonia Middle School on Broad Avenue, parade participants should assemble no later than 11:00 am. Parade kicks-off at 11:30 am. Parade route proceeds southbound on Broad Avenue, ends in Wood Park with a Memorial Day Ceremony at 12:00 pm. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held at Post No. 1 located at 399 Broad Avenue at 12:00 pm.
To participate in the parade, please see Memorial Day Parade Entry Form at link https://forms.gle/SpcspmDqyLEhvAjP9. Submit form no later than May 13th.
IT HAS BEEN THROUGH THE CONTINUED GENEROUS CONTRIBUTIONS from Leonians, merchants and organizations, that we have been able to continue to honor the LEGACY of our fallen on this Memorial Day of observance.
To contribute, please mail your donation to the below or send a donation via Venmo @ALPOST1NJ or Zelle® https://tinyurl.com/Post1NJ-Zelle to "SGT CLENDENON NEWELL AMERICAN LEGION". The American Legion Post No. 1 is a 501(c)19 organization.
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:
American Legion Post No. 1
MAIL TO:
American Legion Post No. 1
c/o Memorial Day Parade Chairperson
399 Broad Avenue
Leonia, NJ 07605
Please don’t hesitate to contact me should any questions or concerns arise at (973) 446-5043 or email at ALPOST1NJ.COMMANDER@gmail.com.
For God and Country,
Dennis A. Castro
Commander
American Legion Post # 1
Leonia, NJ 07605
Since our charter in 1919, our American Legion Post has been welcoming VETERANS from all branches of our Armed Forces. Today, we continue to welcome all military personnel serving our country. Joining our Post enables you to continue serving your God, Country and Community. Our mission is to implement the goals, aspirations, dreams, peace and blessings for our country, friends and families embodied in our preamble below.
To the wonderful patriotic citizens of the LEONIA community. Join our Post as a Booster or Sponsor. 100% of the monies raised are given back to the community. Help us to continue sponsoring Scholarships for our children; give aid and assistance to our local needy Veterans, and their families. Help us to continue to support financially worthy community programs and projects. American Legion Post No. 1 is 501(c)19 organization.
