Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29

Welcome

Branch 29, 70 William St., Paris, ON N3L 1L6 519-442-3788

parislegion29@rogers.com

The Legion is a community service organization as well as an active social club. Our branch has a licensed lounge as well as dart, pool and cribbage leagues. We regularly have barbeques, yearly summer and winter golf tournaments, car rallies and poker runs. We also support local organizations such as the food bank.

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November Events:

Friday, November 15 – 7:00pm to 9:00pm Trivia Night at the branch!

Saturday November 16 – 12:30pm to 8:00pm The No Road Back Music Event – Music music And more music! -No Cover charge! All donations will benefit: The Canadian Cancer Society’s Wheels of Hope Cancer Program. NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED.

Friday, November 22 – 7:30pm Comedy show: Join comedians Chris Wineland & Timmy Boyle for an electrifying comedy experience on “The Circuit” $20 Tickets available online or at the bar! https://tickets.buzztix.com/event/the-circuit-wineland-paris?fbclid=IwY2xjawGBSnJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfshUJmqyTOtUkD8KeBM6D4d47Jrlsb-vWR1RSUbk_VTR1SKPJObQxlYuQ_aem_VqESd1byHv375XrLDev8NQ

Saturday, November 23 – McKenzie tournament. 8-ball doubles. Double elimination. Luck of the draw partner. Registration starts at 11:30am at the bar. $15. NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED.

Saturday, November 23 – Cribbage Tournament. Everyone Welcome! NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. Registration starts at 12:30 – Tournament starts at 1:00pm. – Limit of 13 teams.

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December Events:

Tuesday, December 31 – 8:00pm to 1:00am New Years Eve Party. DJ/ MEAL/Raffle/ Champagne at midnight. Tickets will be $40 each (Tickets For Sale at the bar!)

Nov 11 Programme

cenotaph program nov. 11th-2sided 2024

November Smokehouse

President’s message

The Legion … The Big Picture at work in Ontario. What we don’t always see.

I recently along with Andy Moran and Earl MacDonald attended our District B Convention in Burlington.

So often we get caught up in our own Legions and all that goes with that, trying to make it work. We don’t see the “BIG PICTURE”.

Below is what Ontario Legions have contributed to our Veterans, our Youth and our Municipalities throughout Ontario 2023-2024.

This is the “Big Picture” and why we do what we do:

• Poppy Donations: 2023…….. $9.5-million

• Veterans Programs ………. $3.5-million

• Royal Caribbean Vets…….. $89,500

• Service Dogs …….. $2.2-million

• Medical & Research ……….$600,000

• Vets Programs …….$532,000

• Hospitals, clinics, fire departments, charities: since 1979 ….. $19.6-million

• Bursary program: 12,634 awards to students …………$7.7-million

• Poppy Trust Bursaries ………$634,000

• Other Donations …………..$2.5-million

• Local Community Projects ………..$1.4-million

• Volunteers ………………6,157

• Full-time part-time employees …………1,141

• Free use of facilities: occasions in 2023 ……..21,600

• District B Convention: (various Veteran projects in Ontario ………..$522,000

Thank you to all those members and patrons who support RCL Branch 29 in Paris. You are all the “Heart and Soul” of our Branch.

Roy Haggart

President
RCL Branch 29 Paris
royhaggart@rogers.com

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The Poppy Campaign

This year’s annual Poppy Blitz is slated for Friday, November 1 and Saturday November 2.

We will have volunteers at Wincey Mills, LCBO and THE Beer store Friday and Saturday, and CDN TIRE, Sobeys, and No-Frills on Saturday.

All shifts are two hours in duration, starting at 10:00 a.m. and end at 6:00 p.m. That is a total of 36 shifts.

As of today, we have 22 shifts covered and we are looking for 14 more volunteers.

Please Comrades – give us a hand by volunteering for a shift. Call the Branch or call Earl MacDonald at 226-387-0729 and I will get back to you.

Earl Mac Donald

Poppy Chair

226-387-0729

This month’s events:

Saturday, November 2. Massive legion sale. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Upstairs Hall. Excellent clothing galore and home décor. See poster below.

Friday, November 16. Cancer Benefit. 12 noon to 8:00 p.m. Music all day

Friday, November 22. Comedy Show. 7:30 p.m. Tickets at the branch. $20 each

Saturday, November 23. Open pool tournament. 11.30 a.m. registration.

Friday, November 29. Trivia. 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 30. Elimination Draw. 1:00 p.m. TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT.

October Smokehouse

President’s Message

September is coming to an end and again we had a very busy Month at the Branch

Cornhole League starting Sept 25, with 24 teams signed up we’re ready to go
Our first “Comedy Night” will be September 27
September 28 will be our final BBQ with music by Jim Young and guests
Andy Moran and I attended our Zone B2 Meeting in Scotland. You always can learn something at these meeting that will be helpful to the Branch
Sept 23 the Branch held a “Neighborhood Meeting” which was well attended along with our Ward 2 Councillors to discuss the challenges to the Branch regarding Outdoor Music ban. Some very positive comments by the attending neighbors which we will incorporate in our presentation to Council going forward seeking an exemption to the Noise Bylaw.

October is shaping up nicely with several events:

Saturday, October 5 our second “Paranormal Tour” of the Branch, tickets available at the Branch
Sunday Football has officially started back up, come on out and watch NFL Football on the “Big Screen. Starting time 12:30 to about 3:00 or so. No charge!
Wednesday, October 9 our Ladies Dart League will start back up. This is a “fun” league, and you are welcome to come out and play Thursday nights 7:00 p.m. to about 9:00
Friday, October 11 is musician Kyle Moning
Friday, October 18 we are bringing back Movie Night at the Branch starting at 6:30 another “fun night” with the movie “Maestro”.
Friday, October 25 Trivia 7 to 9 p.m. a free event come out and play
Saturday, October 26 plan on attending our “Halloween Dance Party” with Trysted Sister Band. 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Tickets available at the Branch $10.00. Snacks and prizes
October 2026 – 100^th Anniversary. We have established a committee to plan for our 100^th anniversary October 2026 if you would like to participate, please contact me email below

Our hall rentals are doing very well, and Helen has returned to cater to these events as required. Contact the Branch to inquire about rental availability.

If your available, we could use your help on Saturday October 5^th from 9:30 to about 1:00 p.m. We will be taking down our canopies and storing chairs and tables as well as a big cleanout of our garage storage facility. Your help is appreciated.

Volunteers the “HEART AND SOLE OF THE BRANCH” If you have some time in your schedule, please give me a call to discuss how you can volunteer at the Branch 519-442-6198, email royhaggart@rogers.com

If you are able, please go to this Facebook link to see comments about our Neighborhood Meeting Sept 23 and perhaps send an email to our County Council of your support. https://m.facebook.com/groups/231376589696759/permalink/494195850081497/?

If you would like information about Branch 29 Legion, please contact me.

All the best, see you at the Branch

Roy Haggart

President

Email royhaggart@rogers.com

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Fall-Winter Hours

Tuesday and Wednesday – 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Thursday – 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Friday – 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday – 12 noon to 6:00 p.m.

Sunday – 12 noon to 5:00 p.m.

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POPPY CAMPAIGN

September 21, 2024

Dear Comrades,

The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 29 Poppy Committee will be conducting their annual campaign commencing Friday October 25^th. Poppy boxes will be placed at local businesses starting from that date thru to Monday Nov.11^th. Last year over $25,000.00 was raised and we have donated over $18,000.00 to help Veterans and promote Youth Education this year.

The Poppy Fund is the Legion’s way of remembering the DEBT WE OWE TO THOSE WHO SACRIFICED SO MUCH.

We will be having our members canvassing at local business this year. There will be a sign-up sheet on the notice board at the Branch, and I ask all members to consider volunteering for a shift.

Member donations can be mailed to the above address, cheques, cash may be dropped off at Branch #29. Receipts for income tax will be prepared and mailed out to those donating $5.00 or more.

If you have any questions on the campaign or on purchasing wreaths phone the Branch number shown above.

Your continued support of the Poppy campaign is appreciated.

Stephen Kitchen

POPPY CHAIR

(Envelopes will be available at the branch for donations, please provide complete address, including name of person donating)

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September Smokehouse

September:
We are working on the final arrangements for our Branch 29 Legion Cornhole League. We have 2 Team openings available. The League will start at the Branch Sept 25 7:00 p.m If interested sign up at the Branch. There will be two leagues, one playing Tuesday night and one playing Wednesday night. There will be a tournament at the end of the session.

8-Ball League – Thursday, September 5: Our 8 Ball League will start Thursday Sept 5^th at 7:00 p.m. sign up at the Branch
Golf Tournament – Saturday, September 7: Our Legion Golf Tournament is September 7^th still opportunities to sign up
Sunday Afternoon Football – Starts Sunday, September 8: The Branch will be open for our Patrons
Fall Market – Saturday, September 14: From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a BBQ
Open Euchre Tournament – Saturday, September 14: Sign up at 12:30, starts at 1:00 p.m. $5 person, prizes.
Cornhole League – Wednesday, September 25: Start up at 7:00 p.m.
Ladies Dart League. Sign up for our Ladies Dart League is available at the Branch.
“The Circuit” Comedy Night – Friday, September 27: We will be hosting a “The Circuit” Comedy Night at the Branch. Doors open at 9:00 p.m., show starts at 9:30 p.m. Tickets $20 each. (7:00 p.m. show is sold out).
Afternoon music – Saturday, September 28: Jim Young will be playing in the afternoon 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

RENTALS AND CATERING. We do offer our facilities for rentals for your personal events. Please contact the Branch for details. We can also provide catering services for your event.

Volunteers are encouraged to help at the Branch, serving our Veterans, our Youth and our Community. If you have some time, please contact me for further information 519-442-6198, email royhaggart@rogers.com

All the best, see you at the Branch

Roy Haggart
President

From the Kitchen

We are doing Luncheons again! The cost is $12.50 per person. On Thursday, October 17, New Hamburg Legion, approximately 60 people, is stopping in for a Ham and Scalloped Potato dinner. I’m looking forward to getting back in the groove!

Helen Banks
Kitchen Coordinator

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THE CANADIAN TIRE BALLROOM: Canadian Tire Paris has sponsored the upstairs ballroom at the legion for all kinds of celebrations. The ballroom will now be called THE CANADIAN TIRE BALLROOM. Call the Legion for your next booking.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 – PARANORMAL INVESTIGATOR, PETER ROE: From 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Joinauthor and longtime paranormal investigator Peter Roe, for an entertaining and thought-provoking talk of the paranormal world. Paris’ own James McCulloch will reveal our discoveries. There will be ghost tours, paranormal equipment demonstrations, pizza and door prizes. Making it a fun night for all who attend. Tickets are $35 and are available at the Paris Legion.