Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29

June Smokehouse

June events

Saturday, June 7:
BBQ – 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
Grant Silverthorn Music – 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Friday, June 13 – Fifties and Sixties Music. $5 cover at the door

Join us from 7 to 10pm for a night of unforgettable classics!

Enjoy the best of the 50s and 60s (and maybe a few surprises from the 70s) performed in a smooth, volume-controlled 50s style.

– see you there!

Wednesday, June 18 – Ayr-Paris Band Concert. 7.30 p.m. On the patio. Free

You’re Invited – Branch 29’s 100th Anniversary Kickoff!

Join us Wednesday, June 18th at 7:30pm for a special evening of Live Music on the Patio.

We’re proud to welcome the Ayr-Paris Band for a free outdoor concert to help launch our centennial celebrations.

Everyone is welcome – no membership required.

Saturday, June 21 – Indoor/Outdoor Market. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Music and BBQ. The kitchen will be open for fries, gravy and poutine. We will also have our regular barbeque.

Sunday, June 22 – Open Euchre Tournament. $5 person. Registration at 12:30 p.m. Tournament starts at 1:00 p.m. In support of the Paris Legion’s 100^th anniversary in 2026. Sign up at the Legion.

Friday, June 27 – Trivia. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Summer Barbeques

The summer barbeques will start on June 7^th. The weekly sign-up sheet will be posted by the kitchen on a clipboard. There will be food, music and a corn toss for all ages. – Barry Humphrey.

From the Kitchen

We are still doing Memorial Luncheons. The cost is $12.50 per person.

Barbeques – We can sure use some help if you are available during our barbeques. Come and show us your cooking skills. Or help to deliver food or clean tables. We can use the help. And, students looking for hours, we can provide them. The greatest thing of all is we make it fun.

There’s always some good laughs. So come and join us………….

Helen Banks
Kitchen Coordinator
519-761-3353
Hcbailey1@hotmail.com

May Smokehouse

Acting President report

I am so pleased to report that the Branch has received a donation to purchase new chairs for the lounge. On behalf of all the Legion members we would like to thank the generous donor who wishes to remain anonymous.

Our April General Meeting and election night was a huge success. Thanks to the fourty-three members who came out in support of the election. The Zone Commander Diane Hodges and Deputy Zone Commander Henry Czanata ran the election.

The results are as follows:

Branch President – Barry Humphrey
1^st Vice President – Earl MacDonald
2^nd Vice President – Carrie Moran
Secretary – Helen Banks
Interim Treasurer – Geoff Adeney

The new executive will take over on June 1^st,

We are still looking for Volunteers for the following positions:

Poppy Chair
In addition, we are looking for a work party to set up tentage and get the outside area ready for summer barbeques. The date of the work party is Saturday, May 10 from 0900 until complete.

Elimination Draw: There is presently an elimination draw run by the Branch which will end on Saturday June 7^th. There are still tickets available. Please drop by and purchase oneand encourage your family and friends to buy one as well.

Earl MacDonald
Acting President

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President-elect report

I am looking to take the President’s chair on June 1^st. At the next meeting, Earl MacDonald will be in the chair.

I will appoint:

· Jed Morris as leader of House Maintenance.

· Katy Osborne-Howie as Lottery manager.

There will be other appointees as we build the team to drive us to the 100 Anniversary of Legion Branch 29.

We are all in this Together.

Barry Humphrey
Special Projects and Vice-President

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May events . . .

Friday, May 2^nd. Karaoke with Terry Phipps. 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 3^rd. The Cindy Brown Band. 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. $5 cover.

Sunday, May 4^th. May the Fourth Be With You BBQ and Movie Viewing. 1:00 pm

Friday, May 9^th. 50s and 60s Music Video Trivia. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 10^th.WORK PARTY FOR TENTAGE. 9:00 a.m.

Saturday, May 10^th. WWII Music Show. 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 11^th. Mother’s Day Brunch.

Friday May 16^th. Friday Night Dinner at the Branch. Fish and Chips 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Fish Dinner, chips, and coleslaw – $12 1 pc 4 oz or $16 for 2 pc 8oz

Saturday, May 17^th. Music with Jamie Reinhart and Kat. 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. $5 cover.

Friday, May 30^th. Trivia with Jeremy Collins. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 31^st. Music with “Trysted Sisters”. 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. $5 cover.

Mother’s Day Brunch at Branch 29

Join us Sunday, May 11th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for a special brunch to celebrate all the amazing moms out there!

Delicious brunch buffet

Fresh coffee and more

A warm, welcoming atmosphere to treat Mom right

Tickets just $10 – at the door!

Don’t wait – treat Mom to a relaxing and delicious day at the Legion. Everyone welcome!

May the Fourth Be With You BBQ!

May the Fourth Be With You!

Celebrate Star Wars Day with us at Branch 29 on Sunday, May 4th, starting at 1:00 PM!

BBQ and viewing of A New Hope (1977) on the big screen

After the movie, the group will decide which Star Wars film plays next—because we all know the saga order debate is half the fun!

Grab your lightsabers, your appetite, and your fandom spirit—no membership required.

Come for the BBQ, stay for the rebellion!

URGENT: Branch 29 Needs Your Help

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 is in urgent need of volunteers to fill key executive positions. Without support, the future of our branch is at serious risk.

As we prepare to celebrate our 100th anniversary, this is a critical time to step forward. If you’ve ever considered getting involved, now is your chance to help ensure Branch 29 continues to serve the community for years to come.

Your involvement matters. Join us at the meeting and help make a lasting impact.

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