Branch News

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.

Please share this message.

April Smokehouse

President’s Report

Renovations to the Branch are in the final stages, we’ve installed new lighting in the lounge and it is almost complete.

On March 1^st we had our first 50/50 draw for $3,000. The lucky winner was R.B. Congratulations, you deserve it.

March 5^th was a wonderful day for our Chili Cookoff. We had eight teams competing for first place. Over eighty people in attendance to sample the chili.

March 15^th the St. Patrick’s Day Dinner was sold out. There was music, a lucky draw and a raffle. Everyone had a good time.

We continue to have trivia twice each month alternating between the meal evenings.

Comrades – on Wednesday, April 16^th we will have a general meeting to elect our executive starting at 7:30 p.m. This is a very important meeting as we will be electing our President, 1^st vice, 2^nd vice, treasurer, and secretary. We will open the floor to members wishing to volunteer for the committees to keep the branch open and viable. All members have a vote in these proceedings and are encouraged to attend.

Anyone wishing any information on these positions please give me a call.

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Saturday, April 5^th. Pub Show. 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. $10 admission. See poster below.

Friday, April 11^th. Trivia. 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Friday, April 18^th. Friday night dinner at the Branch. 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Fish and chips dinner,

Friday, April 25^th. Trivia. 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 26^th.

Pool Tournament – Blind draw 8-ball pairs. Starts 11:00 am $15 plus donation if you want food.

Band “Public House” with “Hogan’s Zeroes”. 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. $10 admission. See poster below.

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General Meeting

The Branch will be having a General Meeting on

Wednesday April 16, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

This Meeting is for the Elections of a New President, 2 Vice Presidents, Treasurer, Secretary and Executive Committee Members.

Please attend this meeting for the good of the Branch. We need members to step forward and volunteer to fill these positions to keep the Branch open.

Earl MacDonald
Acting President
Branch 29 Paris

March Smokehouse

President’s report

The snow over the past few weeks has been a real test on our shoveling ability and we got through it – so enough is enough.

Over the last couple of months, I have encountered some personal health issues that have required me to seek medical advice. Through those discussions I have requested a 90-day Leave of Absence from my duties at the Branch.

Earl MacDonald 1^st Vice President will take over command of Branch 29 in the in term along with the assistance of Barry Humphrey 2^nd Vice President.

We have a great Executive Committee so along with these members the Branch is in very capable hands.

On Tuesday, February 25, Earl MacDonald and I attended the Brant County Council Meeting to request an answer to our request for an Exemption to the County Noise Bylaw 108-22. This would permit music on our Patio from May to October in conjunction with our Saturday afternoon BBQ’s Our application for exemption was APPROVED.

We have had some major replacements to our equipment at the Branch during the month of February. The Fire Alarm Panel has been replaced as well as our antiquated Beer Cooler system. Through a generous donation of one of our members we also replaced the carpet in the lounge this month.

Our renovations to the Branch are ongoing. Thanks to all for your ongoing financial support.

Trivia, as well as all our sports programs are well attended on a weekly basis.

We are considering slotting in Bingo a couple of times a month, most likely in the afternoon. This will all depend on interest of members and guests Please let us know your interest and email Tracy at barbie.doll1268@gmail.com.

As we get closer to May, we will be accepting help to organize and move forward our Saturday Afternoon BBQ’s. If you can help a few times throughout the month, please let us know. Contact Helen by email at hcbailey1@hotmail.com.

Roy Haggart
RCL Branch 29 Paris
President

March activities

Friday, March 7th. Karoake. 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with Terry Phipps.

Saturday, March 8^th. Chili Cook Off. See the poster below.

Saturday, March 15^th. St. Patrick’s Day supper and live entertainment. 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. See the poster below. Reserved seating with dinner ticket purchase. There will be a limited number of seats available on a first-come-first served basis for entertainment only.

Friday, March 21^st. Trivia. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

From the kitchen

We are now offering Fish and Chips every 2^nd Friday of the month and Wings and Fries every 4^th Friday of the month. That leaves two Fridays open.

If you would like to come out and show off your cooking skills on either of the other two Fridays just let us know. We have a support team ready to go. Come out on March 15^th to enjoy Corned Beef on rye at the St. Patrick’s Day supper with live entertainment.

Helen Banks
RCL Branch 29 Paris Secretary, Kitchen Coordinator