American Legion Post 214 holds Monthly Spaghetti Supper, January 9, 2016 in Lebanon.

 

The Monthly Spaghetti Supper

of the

Lebanon American Legion post 214

will be held at the

First Parish Congregational Church

on Center Road in Lebanon

Saturday, January 9, 2016

from 4:30 - 6:30 pm

$7 per person, Kids under 10 eat FREE

 

Typical Menu

Spaghetti

Garlic Bread

Fresh Salad

Hotdogs and Beans

and a variety of

Homemade Baked Goods

 

 

Lebanon American Legion Hosts Monthly Spaghetti Supper This Saturday Evening.

 

IT's TIME AGAIN!!

for the

Lebanon American Legion

SPAGHETTI SUPPER

 

Saturday, July 11, 2015

4:30 - 6:30 pm

at the

FIRST PARISH

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH

Corner of Jim Grant and Center Road

Lebanon

featuring:

spaghetti, salad, garlic bread

dessert and beverage

also offered: hotdogs and beans

$7 for adults

Kids under 10 eat FREE

 

 

Lebanon Maine's Beautiful Memorial Day Services Held at Town Office.

What a beautiful day for rememberance!!
Memorial Day 2015 in Lebanon Maine started off absolutely stunning, the sun was shining, the temperatures were warm, a nice cooling breeze was wandering across the town, and about 50 people had gathered at the Lebanon Town Office on Upper Guinea Road, awaiting the American Legion and the Boy Scouts to come marching down the road to begin the day's somber rememberance services.
A murmur came over the crowd as someone spotted the group marching toward the Town property just after 11 am.

 

 

 

 

 

How proud to see so many youngsters from town participating in the day's services. You have to give kudos to the Scout Masters and the parents for involving their children in town events, and in such a somber remembrance service. GREAT job by the Lebanon Boy Scouts and Lebanon Girl Scouts!! Thank you for all dressing in your Scout Uniforms and coming to represent your community's young people!!

 

 

Scouts and American Legion Members lined up across the front of the ceremony to for the day's observances.

The services were started with the playing of The United States National Anthem, "The Star Spangled Banner", with which many people heartily sang along. 

Don Lovely of the Lebanon, Maine American Legion Post, acting as Master of Ceremonies, introduced Brother Dave Johnson from the Grace Baptist Church in East Rochester, who led the opening prayer and then Lebanon Fire and Rescue Department's Chief, Daniel Meehan, dressed in the period costume of a Civil War Union Soldier provided a message about the History of Memorial Day. The American Legion's Don Lovely, then shared a statement of remembrance with the community which was heartfelt, also remembering to thank the families of those who had given the ultimate sacrifice and reminding us all of their complete loss and sacrifice. 

 

 

 

 

 

Civil War canons provided the Canon Salute, (3 volleys) and the wreath was laid at the Civil War Memorial honoring the Lebanon men who did not come home from war, by members of the American Legion Post.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Flag over the Lebanon Town Office was risen to glory, and then lowered to half staff to commemorate the observances of the town in remembering our war dead, while Taps was played on an audio DVD player. A moment of silence was observed as the American Legion and Scout organizations stood at attention saluting our flag.

 

Also in attendance of the morning's services were The Lebanon Voice's, Harrison Thorp, Selectman Royce Heath, Candidate for Lebanon Selectman Corinna Cole, and State Representative Karen Gerrish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boy Scout Troop 369 Announces New Lebanon Venture Crew for Boys and Girls ages 14-21

VENTURE CREW NOW FORMING!

Venturing is a program of Boy Scouts of America

for 

BOYS AND GIRLS

ages 14-21

 

One of the crew's first activities will likely be 

Pine Tree Council BSA York District

Fall Camporee

hosted by Lebanon Boy Scout Troop 369 Oct. 16-18

IN LEBANON

 

 

 You can find out more about the VENTURING CREW by going to: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Venturing.aspx

OR LIKE Lebanon Boy Scout Troop 369 on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lebanon-Boy-Scouts-Troop-369/119701708116837?fref=pb&hc_location=profile_browser

Lebanon Memorial Day Service Schedule Set for Tomorrow Morning at 11 AM.

 

The Schedule for the Lebanon Maine Memorial Day Services has been set.

Between 10 and 10:30, all Lebanon Scouts will gather at the Lebanon Elementary School parking lot.

Lebanon Residents are asked to gather for an 11:00 AM Service at the Town Office Building, 15 Upper Guinea Road, in Lebanon

.

The Lebanon Post of the American Legion will lead the Scouts down Upper Guinea Road to the Town Office at 11:00 AM.

The Posting of Colors

Memorial Wreath Laid at Town Memorial

words by American Legion Chaplain Bill Neal

Prayer by Brother Dave Johnson of the Grace Baptist Church of E. Rochester, NH

Canon Salute

Taps

Adjourn.

 

We hope to see all Lebanon Residents come for this important memorial to our town's war dead.

 

 

 

Memorial Day Explained: Why Do We Celebrate Memorial Day and Veteran's Day?

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country's armed forces. The holiday, which is observed every year on the last Monday of May, was formerly known as Decoration Day and originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the war. By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who died while in the military service. It typic...ally marks the start of the summer vacation season, while Labor Day marks its end.
Many people visit cemeteries and memorials, particularly to honor those who have died in military service. Many volunteers place an American flag on each grave in national cemeteries.
Annual Decoration Days for particular cemeteries are held on a Sunday in late spring or early summer in some rural areas of the American South, notably in the mountain areas. In cases involving a family graveyard where remote ancestors as well as those who were deceased more recently are buried, this may take on the character of an extended family reunion to which some people travel hundreds of miles. People gather on the designated day and put flowers on graves and renew contacts with relatives and others. There often is a religious service and a picnic-like "dinner on the ground," the traditional term for a potluck meal in which people used to spread the dishes out on sheets or tablecloths on the grass. It is believed that this practice began before the American Civil War and thus may reflect the real origin of the "memorial day" idea.
Memorial Day is not to be confused with Veterans Day; Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving, while Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans.
Taken from Wikipedia

DID YOU KNOW?? There Are Two Lebanon Maine Residents Listed on the Viet Nam War Memorial in Washington DC.

One of the most visited monuments in our Nation's Capitol is the Viet Nam War Veteran's Memorial.
Containing 58,272 names of Viet Nam's fallen soldiers from all branches of the United States Military, it is the largest memorial of it's kind, honoring the war dead of our country.
With Memorial Day fast approaching, we thought perhaps a little recognition of the two Lebanon residents who's names appear on this amazing memorial.
Our town, and our nation are grateful for their service and their ultimate sacrifice.
On Panel 44E, Line 31, is the name of Sgt. Richard John Stewart. Born on May 3, 1945, he died on March 12, 1968. He was 23 years old and listed as an East Lebanon resident.
Sgt. Stewart was a Combat photographer in both still format and film for the United States Marine Corp. He was killed as a ground casualty listed as "Artillery, rocket or mortar".
The second name on "The Wall" is that of another East Lebanon, Maine resident, Major Robert Lee Baker.
Maj. Baker, born on June 7, 1930 and died on November 27, 1970 at 40 years of age. He was a member of the United States Air Force and his death is listed as an "Air loss or Crash over land". He was a member of a Fixed Wing Crew. His name can be found on Panel W6, line 85.
Please take a moment as we grow near to Memorial Day, to think of these brave young men lost in action who were members of our own home town society.
Thank you to Sgt. Stewart and Maj. Baker for protecting our country and for their ultimate sacrifice.
If you are planning to take a vacation or business trip to Washington, please set aside a moment to visit the Viet Nam War Memorial and pause for a moment at the names of our townsmen.
Many thanks to Bob Knox for writing to let us know that these brave young men have their names forever recorded in history on the Viet Nam Wall in Washington, DC.
Many thanks to each and every Veteran of our Town, State and Country who have gone to fight the battle against all threats against the United States of America and her Allies.

Lest we forget

American Legion Flag Retirement Drop Off Box now at Lebanon Town Office.

 

The Lebanon American Legion, Post 214

is collecting American Flags

that are worn or are in ill repair.

These flags will be properly disposed of by the

members of the American Legion.

When changing your flags

after a long Winter season,

PLEASE

be respectful and dispose of your flag properly.

You can bring your flags

to the drop off box

located at

The Lebanon Town Office

15 Upper Guinea Road

Lebanon, Maine.

The retiring of any American Flag,

of any size

should be done with dignity and honor.

 

Lebanon American Legion to Host Spaghetti Supper on May 9th.

We attended this supper last month and I have to say that the spaghetti was AMAZING!!
If you've never been to one of the American Legion's Spaghetti Suppers, make May 9th your first!!!
GREAT food, GREAT local conversation.......AND I'm hoping they have more of those delicious fudgy brownies!!!
$7 for adults and FREE for kids under 12.........
Salad, Garlic Bread, Spaghetti, Beverage and Dessert is all included for SEVEN BUCKS!!! ...
Just sayin'........they gave us a GREAT to-go order to take home for the same price!!!
Thanks to The Lebanon Voice for allowing us to repost!!!
http://thelebanonvoice.com/legions-spaghetti-supper-set-for-may-9-cms-3567