10 OCT, Is Not Happening. The picnic has been rescheduled to 07 NOV
All members,
A quick reminder about our annual picnic that we are hosting, HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO, Saturday, 07 NOV 26, at the Charlie Daniels Park in Mt. Juliet, starting at noon. Bring a favorite side dish or dessert to share with others that will serve from 4 to 8 folks, along with a serving spoon that has your name on it. Burgers, Dogs, some BBQ and all of the “fixins” will be sponsored by the post. ALSO, bring all of your family and any Veteran friends and their families too. If ya got a favorite outdoor games, bring them.
10 OCT, Is Not Happening. The picnic has been rescheduled to 07 NOV
All members,
A quick reminder about our annual picnic that we are hosting, HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO, Saturday, 07 NOV 26, at the Charlie Daniels Park in Mt. Juliet, starting at noon. Bring a favorite side dish or dessert to share with others that will serve from 4 to 8 folks, along with a serving spoon that has your name on it. Burgers, Dogs, some BBQ and all of the “fixins” will be sponsored by the post. ALSO, bring all of your family and any Veteran friends and their families too. If ya got a favorite outdoor games, bring them.
A quick reminder about our annual picnic that we are hosting, Saturday, 10 OCT 26, at the Charlie Daniels Park in Mt. Juliet, starting at noon. Bring a favorite side dish or dessert to share with others that will serve from 4 to 8 folks, along with a serving spoon that has your name on it. Burgers, Dogs, some BBQ and all of the “fixins” will be sponsored by the post. ALSO, bring all of your family and any Veteran friends and their families too. If ya got a favorite outdoor games, bring them.
Agenda for 12 May 2026 Regular Post meeting, CDP/ Community Center
RM ALPHA….
4:45 TO 5:30 pm, SONS of the AMERICAN LEGION meeting, to be held in the small conference room. Nomination and Election for SAL leadership. Candidates are Pat Unger for Commander, Terry Ward for Adjutant and Joe Chilandro at Treasure, but others wanting to serve most certainly are welcome too. Meeting discussion about election and several projects to talk about.
5:30 PM Social time of food and camaraderie
6:00 PM/Opening meeting protocol Welcome all members and guest and all visitors present.
Recognize former Commanders present and guest and new members.
Recognize and present an appreciation plaque for community service to SRO Joe Bowen , being awarded by 2nd Vice Adderholt.
Review the posting of the minutes from the last meeting being published on 10 May 26 across the Website to members., recommendation for approval.
Recognize SAL members present , discussion of status of the Post 281 SAL.
CDR’s comments and updates
Boys state funding status, 12 applicants, (4 Mt J HS/8 GH HS currently conducting interviews. Juliet Rotary funding $1000, and Del Webb Vet’s Group $425, parents portion to be $100.
Commanders’ year in review, and over the last 3 years and as far back to 2018.
May’s Calendar events:
14 May, HAF flag prep day @ Nancy Britt’s home, 291 Guill Rd, 0900
16 May, Armed Forces Day at Mission BBQ, (David Hale to advise)
18 May, RFTW support at Beckwith RD and I-40 Overpass @ 2:30
18 May, RFTW support at QT Fuel Center, Lebanon, @ 3:10
19 May, RFTW support at Wilson CNTY Vet Center/Lebanon @ 11:45
21 May, HAF set up day with installation of rebar and flags
21 May, Begin HAF set up and sales assistance with Exchange Club
21 May thru 25 May, HAF coverage for assisting in sales and escorting flag owners and in sales to the public.
25 May, ( Memorial Day) Lebanon Veterans Appreciation Ceremony at the Veteran’s Museum and Veteran’s Center, @ 10:00
25 May, (Memorial Day) take down of HAF, return to N Britt’s home and store away, time TBD by Nancy Britt.
25 May, Needham’s Nursery , Mt. Juliet Memorial Day Drone Show, @ 7:00PM with Post 281
24 May – 29 May, Boy’s State, TN TECH, Cookville,
Officer’s reports: 1st V / 2nd V / Adj / FO / SO / CHAP-sick call / HG / ALR / SAL / Aux efforts, HAF Sign-up sheets to be passed around, Needham’s Nursery recruiting booth.
Old unfinished business ? What our future looks like
Current field of proposed Post Officers/ at this current time,
Mike Faoro Commander
Brandon Adderholt 1st Vice
Wayne Smith 2nd Vice
Jeff Mattingly Adjutant
Patti Whitmore Service Officer
Steve Iles Treasure
David Hale Chaplin
Mike Adams Seargent at Arms.
Discussion regarding a Leadership committee for new/future officer positions and the and open the floor up for nominations of the leadership of the Legion Year of 26-27 , with election taking place at the end of May’s regular post meeting.
Assemble of the outgoing and incoming officers for the post.
Administer the Installation of the Post Officers for Legion Year 2026-2027
New Business/Correspondence/Business for the good of the American Legion
Sign Sympathy Card for The Cundal (Marie) Family. Acknowledge the receipt of a thank you note from the Queener family.
It is with great regrets that we share the sad news of the passing on to the Post Everlasting (26 Apr 26 ) of a long time member of our post and a great supporter of many of our community efforts, Cary Cundal. Final arrangements have not been made at this time. Please keep Marie Cundal in your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Visitation is at Bond Funeral Home, 1098 Weston Dr, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122, from 11:00 to 13:00 with the service following. The Honor Guard will be participating at the end of the service on 5/1/26.
It is with great regrets that we share the sad news of the passing on to the Post Everlasting (26 Apr 26 ) of a long time member of our post and a great supporter of many of our community efforts, Cary Cundal. Final arrangements have not been made at this time. Please keep Marie Cundal in your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Agenda for 14 Apr 2026 Regular Post meeting, CDP/ Community Center
RM ALPHA….
5:30 PM Social time of food and camaraderie
6:00 PM/Opening meeting protocol Welcome all members and guest and all visitors present.
Recognize former Commanders present.
Review the posting of the minutes from the last meeting being published on 13 Apr 26 across the Website to members., recommendation for approval.
Recognize SAL members present , discussion of status of the Post 281 SAL.
Recognize member Bon Snuck who will offer short briefing about his recent trip to Vietnam with Tours of Duty looking for POW/MIA remains.
CDR’s comments and updates
Boys state funding status, 12 applicants, (4 Mt J HS/8 GH HS currently conducting interviews. Juliet Rotary funding $1000, and Del Webb Vet’s Group $425, parents portion to be $100.
American Legion Family day on the hill….12 Mar, 9:00 until 5:00 , Results f;
Discussion regarding a Leadership committee for new/future officer positions and the online survey for those interested and open the floor for nominations, with election taking place at the end of May’s regular post meeting.
Officer’s reports: 1st V / 2nd V / Adj / FO / SO / CHAP-sick call / HG / ALR / SAL / Aux efforts, Tree Sale and Discount coupon from Needham’s Nursery
Old unfinished business ?
New Business/Correspondence/Business for the good of the American Legion
6:00 PM/Opening meeting protocol Welcome all members and guest and all visitors present.
Recognize former Commanders present.
Review the posting of the minutes from the last meeting being published on 18 FEB 26 across the Website to members., recommendation for approval.
CDR’s comments and updates
Boys state funding status, funding for 12/Mt. Juliet Rotary funding $1000, and Del Webb Vet’s Group $425. (potentially 18 young men)
American Legion Family day on the hill….12 Mar, 9:00 until 5:00
Discussion regarding a Leadership committee for new/future officer positions and the online survey for those interested. (To be in your email inbox, through the website, soon)
Wilson County VVA food trailer offer, as of now, after some conversation with the VVA point of contact, (Mike Myers) the EC has decided to decline the offer.
Officer’s reports: 1st V / 2nd V / Adj / FO / SO / CHAP-sick call / HG / ALR / SAL / Aux efforts, Tree Sale and Discount coupon from Needham’s Nursery
POW/MIA recovery efforts by member Bob Snuck / Operation
Old unfinished business ?
New Business/Correspondence/Business for the good of the American Legion
