For your reference

2013 Memorial Day activities flyer, please link, email and print to share http://kencox.us/Memorial-Day-2013.pdf

DFW National Cemetery schedule with flagpole raising and lowering for anyone wishing to help http://www.tncf.org/calendar/calendar.html

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5/25/13 SPECIAL EDITION FOR MEMORIAL DAY

Please remember the reason we observe Memorial Day

Memorial Day activities flyer, please link, email, print to share and participate.

Copy attached and at: http://kencox.us/Memorial-Day-2013.pdf

--- Folks have been good this week; please thank them (lots more in the scrapbook)

Boys State Orientation at Post 655 May 16, 2013

Patriot House Cookout (pictures from Jon Perry), May 23, 2013

District 12 Jr Auxiliary at Cash Saver food Store, May 25, 2013

Scrapbook link is on our new webpage

Currently being debugged at www.12dis.org

Permanent home will be www.txlegiondist12.org

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5/23/13 Memorial Day and pictures

Memorial Day activities flyer, please link, email, print to share and participate.

Copy also attached and at: http://kencox.us/Memorial-Day-2013.pdf

--- Your activities ---

ROTC Medals Presentation (wish we had pictures from each post doing this)

http://www.kencox.us/scrapbook/20130425rotc/

Unit 626 Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day ceremony article in the Legion Times

http://www.txlegion.org/Files/times/legion_times0513.pdf page 8

Pictures from the Division 1 Convention http://www.kencox.us/scrapbook/20130511div/

--- Be sure to mark your calendar

Jun 2nd (Sunday) – Post 655 Family Fun Day benefitting Wounded Warrior Fund http://kencox.us/post655-june2.jpg

Jun 3rd (Monday) - VA Fort Worth Clinic Legion Family welcome table (volunteer now) http://12dis.org/VA/home.html

Jun 3rd (Monday) – Commanders/Presidents Call at Post 624 (SAL Commanders included)

HEY FOLKS, check this out and give me some feedback PLEASE http://12dis.org/

Also as you elect new officers be sure to give me updates for this distribution.

Thanks,

Ken Hub@txlegiondist12.org

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5/14/13 Scheduled activities and information

HEY FOLKS, please check this out and give me some feedback http://12dis.org/

Memorial Day activities flyer, please link, email and print to share.

--- This week

In accordance with Flag Code section 7(m) the United States flag is to be displayed at half-staff for the entire day in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, Wednesday, May 15, 2013.

May 16th (Thursday) – Boys State Orientation, Post 655 at 7:00pm

May 18th – (Saturday) Armed Forces Day & SAL National Veterans Assistance Day http://kencox.us/1nvad2013.jpg

DFW National Cemetery flag installing at 9:00am

Run For The Wall / Grand Prairie Arrival (ride to greet them leaving Benbrook Post 297 at 5pm) POC: PITA harleyultrajim@gmail.com

May 19th - District 12 Legion Riders Meeting 2:00pm at Benbrook Post 297 (one time date change due to Division Convention).

May 20th - Post 379 Spring Golf Tournament

--- Division news:

New Division One officers:

Commander: Jeff Perkins (District 5)

Auxiliary President: Holly Heatly (District 5)

--- From Department

July 27 and 28 - training in Killeen Texas

Please note:

As mentioned in the 1st Division Meeting held on May 11, this training will actually take place in Killeen, TX. It was also mentioned that Adjutants training would be conducted separately as well. However, Adjutants DO NOT get a call. Bill West indicated that if the Commander or Vice Commander could not attend, something could be worked out to cover the Adjutant. Contact Bill West for further details or specific arrangements.

Regards,

Gary Smith

Dear Legionnaires:

Department is going to have another training in Austin on July 27 and 28, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Saturday, and 9:00 am to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday. Once again, Department is paying call in mileage and providing hotel accommodations. Once again, Department is hopping for a large turnout, two people from each post, to be trained in Legion programs, protocol, and procedures.

Last time, 300 Legionnaires attended; but only less than 200 posts were represented. This time, Department would be pleased to get two people, the commanders and/or other promising leaders from each post in Texas. The training has contributed to raising Texas from no. 47 to no. 7 in National ranking and taught many post leaders the mechanics of operating an American Legion post and how to deal with issues which routinely come up.

Please mark your calendars an plan to come. It's free, it's important, and it's working. Thank you.

Department Judge Advocate

Bryan D. Coleman

--- FYI: June 6 - Grand Prairie AirHogs Military Appreciation Night www.airhogsbaseball.com

Military Personnel get in free with military ID – call 972-504-9383 for info.

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5/9/13 Boys State and Item of interest

Howdy Commanders,

Commander Joe Page asked that we remind everyone that Boys State
orientation is Thur. May 16 at Post 655 on Carson Street at 7:00 PM. Posts
are to send their $25 to Post 655.

Also passing this on just for your information (link: http://12dis.org/avtt.html)
These are the same folks that had the "Wall" at Benbrook in March 2011
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5/8/13 Division Convention, events and feedback requested

DIVISION ONE CONVENTION THIS SATURDAY

May 11th at Post 569 (forms and agenda above).

Saturday night Murder Mystery Dinner at Post 297 - (call for details)

Do not forget Sunday is Mothers Day

HEY FOLKS, check this out and give me some feedback PLEASE http://12dis.org/

Memorial Day activities flyer, please link, email and print to share. Copy also attached.

DFW National Cemetery schedule with flagpole raising and lowering for anyone wishing to help

http://www.tncf.org/calendar/calendar.html

New events to plan for:

Saturday May 18th – Run For The Wall / Grand Prairie Texas Arrival – . We will meet up and ride as a group at Post 297 in Benbrook 1630, 1700 KSU to greet RFTW Riders when they arrive at 1830 hrs. Grand Prairie – Dubiski Career HS, I-20 455B - TX161.

PITA

May 23rd (Thursday) – Patriot House cook out 5:00 to7:00pm

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5/1/13 Recognition, Convention, Memorial Day and Scams

From Tina Hill, Harold L. Gregory Memorial Unit 626

Photos from our Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day ceremony are posted on the Vietnam War Commemoration website. Commander Page is in one of the photos.

http://www.vietnamwar50th.com/fort_worth_texas_march_30_2013/

--- This week

May 4th Parking Lot Sale at Post 297 (call for details)

May 6th (Monday) - VA Fort Worth Clinic Legion Family welcome table(volunteer now)

Register now for the Division Convention ($15 early, $20 at the door)

Early voting for May 11th local elections begins (continuing until May 7) excellent information at http://www.tarrantcounty.com/evote/site/default.asp

-- Division 1

May 11th Division 1 Convention at Post 569.

--- Memorial Day events on Monday, May 27

See the district coming events webpage for a list of anticipated events

If you can provide information about any of the unconfirmed events, or additional events please email me at hub@txlegiondist12.org

--- from The American Legion Dept of Texas, State Adjutant Bill West

TYLER (KYTX) - An organization claiming to help homeless veterans is coming under fire across the country and here in East Texas.
The group is called the Veterans Support Organization or VSO. It's a national non-profit organization that's stirring up controversy among veterans and those who support them.

Read the full article here: http://www.cbs19.tv/story/16674265/veterans-support-organization-comes-under%20-fire

This article is from Feb 3, 2012

--- Commanders

- Fwd message from our State Adjutant Bill West

Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:52:09 -0500

As of today we are currently 850 members short of reaching the National 100% Goal.

Please contact your Posts and ask them to send in every member they have by Monday May 6th so we can overnight the membership to national for the Wednesday May 8th deadline.

- Fwd message from: Alan Robart

Troops,
I know that you are all trying but, do what you can.
Thanks AL

--- Subject: Potential Fraud on VetSuccess.gov

Fwd From Bill West, State Adjutant, The American Legion Dept of Texas

From: VetSuccess.gov
Sent: Tuesday, April 23, 2013 2:38 PM
Subject: Potential Fraud on VetSuccess.gov

The Department of Veterans Affairs has recently been notified of potential fraudulent attempts to contact Veterans using VetSuccess.gov. These individuals may be operating under company names such as Auto-Desk, Venus Remedies, or Aesculap Implant Systems. Be aware that these are potential fake inquiries, and you should not communicate with or send any information to these individuals.
If you are contacted by an individual or company that is requesting to communicate with you through a suspicious communication method, do not communicate with these individuals. If the individual or company has communicated with you through a suspicious email, do not click on any links in the email, and do not provide any personal information to the individual. If you suspect that you may be victim of these suspicious activities, please contact the VetSuccess.gov team at 202-461-9600.
Do not share any of the following information with these companies or any other suspicious party:

Social Security Number or other National Identification Number

Driver's License Number

Bank Account Information

Credit Card Information

Passwords

Date of Birth

Please be mindful of the information you share with individuals or a prospective employer until you are confident that the employer and employment opportunity are legitimate. If you suspect that you may be victim of fraud as a result of these suspicious activities, please contact the VetSuccess.gov team at 202-461-9600.
VetSuccess.gov continues to make every effort to prevent this type of abuse. If you have received a suspicious email, phone call, text, or fax, please report these activities to the VetSuccess.gov team at vetsuccesstech.vbavaco@va.gov.

Curtis L. Coy
Deputy Under Secretary for Economic Opportunity
Veterans Benefits Administration
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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4/23/13 Town of West assistance and more

--- Town of West assistance

From Department ALA President Marty Peters

Recd: Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:15 (see letter attached)

--- This week

Apr 27th Commanders Challenge 12th Dist Cook Off at H.E.B. Post 379

Apr 29th – Early voting for May 11th local elections begins

Get ready for May 4^th Parking Lot Sale at Post 297 (call for details)

-- Division 1

Do not forget to register for the Division 1 Convention at Post 569 on May 11th

--- Memorial Day events on Monday, May 27

See the district coming events webpage for a list of anticipated events. If you can provide information about any of the unconfirmed events or additional events please email me at hub@txlegiondist12.org

-- American Legion National – fwd from Dennis Brand April 18, 2013

The American Legion unveils web page dedicated to military honor and remembrance http://www.legion.org/honor/214832/new-honor-and-remembrance-web-page

Link will be on our webpage http://www.legion.org/honor

-- American Legion Auxiliary National – from ALA In the Know eBulletin April 18, 2013

Public Relations – An Integral Part of Your Community Service Projects http://alaintheknow.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/cs_pr.pdf

Building and Protecting Our Brand http://alaintheknow.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/building-our-brand.pdf

--- American Legion College

Greetings Legionnaires,

The Department of Texas Training Committee is seeking qualified applicants to interview for the opportunity to attend the Legion College that will be held in Indianapolis from October 27 to November 1, 2013.

This intense week long course is designed to prepare young Legionnaires for leadership positions in posts, districts and departments through education, development , and motivation.

The curriculum challenges student leaders to think critically and creatively about issues confronting the Legion.

The self-taught, small-group sessions are focused on programs, management techniques and leadership skills necessary to increase visibility of programs, membership growth and public awareness of the Legion.

Applications and full details are available at http://www.legion.org/college/about .

All applications are to be sent directly to the Department of Texas Office, Attention: Bill West, Adjutant, and must arrive before June 15, 2013. Applications will be reviewed by the Department Training Committee and a vote will be held during the Training Committee meeting on July 11, 2013 at the Department Convention.

Contacts for further information:

Barry Schoenhals, Committee Chair - 806-624-4151 - bds@amaonline.com or

Fred Rogers, Committee Vice Chair - 972-977-9342 - fng@swbell.net

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4/17/13 Flag at half-staff, meetings and more

-- Flag at half-staff

As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on April 15, 2013, in Boston, Massachusetts, President Obama has issued a proclamation for the flag to be displayed at half-staff until sunset, April 20, 2013.

-- This week --

Apr 20th (Saturday) District 12 Legion Riders Meeting Post 516 10:30am

FYI: Apr 18-21 Fort Worth Main Street Arts Festival

Need to start getting stuff together for the Apr 27^th Commanders Challenge 12th Dist Cook Off at H.E.B. Post 379

-- PR --

Mansfield Post 624 article in Legion Times page 6

Fort Worth Veterans Day parade in good company on page 18 of the National Guard Association of Texas Winter 2013 NGAT News

-- District 12

New District 12 Adjutant Alex Gonzalez appointed at the Convention.

Convention pictures almost done, will be in scrapbook soon (Scrapbook link in District 12 Operations Center http://www.txlegiondist12.org/)

-- Division 1

Do not forget to register for the Division 1 Convention at Post 569 on May 11th.

-- Tarrant County Veterans Council http://tarrantcountyveteranscouncil.org/

The Theme for this year’s Veterans Day Parade is “Honoring Medics and Corpsmen – Unsung Heroes”. If you know of a “special person” to recommend for the Grand Marshall please give their bio to Terry or me (Ken) for consideration at the next meeting.

Several of our Posts/Units/Squadrons are members of the Tarrant County Veterans Council and all can be. Membership for your organization is only $24 per year.

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Here is a list of stores and services doing their part to make life easier by offering discounts to active, reserve, and retired members of the US Military and their immediate family members.

I know nothing about these folks but I got the link from a reliable source and you might want to check it out – http://www.veteransresources.org/.

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4/10/13 Events Today, this weekend and more

-- Today is the deadline to register

Apr 18th – Choctaw Casino Trip with Post 655 – April 10th deadline to get tickets

-- Our folks are in the news today with the MOH and R2R escorts – thank you.

-- This week --

Apr 13th (Saturday) – Annual Medal of Honor Parade in Gainesville Texas

12th District Ride to Medal of Honor Parade Gainesville TX - April 13th

Meet at Snooty Pig - 0715 for B'fast - 0800 KSU for the Ride to Gainesville

Snooty Pig Café, Alliance - 2401 Westport Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76177, Cafe' 817-837-1077

Any questions email PITA: harleyultrajim@gmail.com

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If you can’t make it to Gainesville

Apr 13th (Saturday) - Veterans Day Parade meeting at VFW Post 8235 (10:00am)

--- BOYS STATE DEADLINE IS APRIL 15TH, for Primary Delegates.

Joe Page reminds everyone that now is the time to start lining up Oratory, Boys State and Girls State contenders.

Boys state 2013 information http://txlegionbstate.wordpress.com/

2012 Boys’ State Texas Governor is from District 12

2012 Girls’ State also had a great event

--- Subject: 1st Division Convention May 11, 2013 Registration Form

(links at the top of this page until convention over)

Hey Troops,
Attached is a copy of the registration form for the 1st Division Convention (pdf & doc)

Please see that you need to send it to Robert Cox so that we may track how many are attending etc. I will get with Bill West for the call letter.

The Convention will be at post 569 Felix Street Fort Worth Texas. The agenda will follow soon.
Thank You in Advance,
Hope to have a good turn out.
Al Robart
1st Division Commander.

In case your Post has not received the Certification of Delegates form for the Division Convention scheduled for May 11, 2013 it is also attached.

--- From: Jeff Frain, National VA&R Chairman, Sons of The American Legion

Hello Everyone,

Attached are this years National Veterans Assistance Day (May 18, 2013) Poster and The Fisher House Poster please pass them on and Hang them in your Post for everyone to view.

-- Allied Memorial Remembrance Ride, July 6, 2013 (from Tank)

All Texas ALLIED RIDERS the registration in now open for sign up on the Allied Memorial Remembrance Ride web site, everyone one thinking about riding this year please sign up so we know how much stuff we need to acquire :-). Sign up at http://www.alliedride.org/index.php/texas-home

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4/4/13 Convention, Cheers and plan ahead

-- This week --

Saturday - District 12 Spring Convention – April 6 – starts at 9am

Note early registration is $12; it will cost you $15 at the door.

H-E-B American Legion Post 379, 1245 N Industrial Blvd, Bedford, Texas 76021

-- Next week –

Apr 10th (Wednesday) – Annual Medal of Honor Motorcade to Gainesville Texas

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Apr 13th (Saturday) – Annual Medal of Honor Parade in Gainesville Texas

12th District Ride to Medal of Honor Parade Gainesville TX - April 13th

Meet at Snooty Pig http://goo.gl/maps/ceH5n - 0715 for B'fast - 0800 KSU for the Ride to Gainesville

Snooty Pig Café, Alliance - 2401 Westport Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76177, Cafe' 817-837-1077

Any questions email PITA: harleyultrajim@gmail.com

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If you can’t make it to Gainesville

Apr 13^th (Saturday) - Veterans Day Parade meeting at VFW Post 8235 (10:00am) http://goo.gl/maps/cok2D

-- Atta-boy for Post 655 -- From Kathy Gideon

Reading the Star Telegram tonight and in section B, in the Cheers and Jeers section, page 17 there was a "Cheers" for the Post! Check it out and please post it on the 12th District! Way to go Post 655!!

Posted Tuesday, Mar. 26, 2013

“Cheers: To American Legion Post 655 in Haltom City for making three Skype terminals available to any military family that wishes to communicate with loved ones serving in the military overseas. Cheers to those who do serve.

-- Mike Gori, Haltom City”

Read more here: http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/03/26/4730568/cheers-and-jeers.html#storylink=cpy

-- Job openings – from Gary Smith

Gary, the VA has 20 openings for jobs as house keepers starting at $11.49 per hour plus benefits. This is a entry level job that will give a veteran opportunity to move up in the VA. To qualify you must be a veteran with an Honorable discharge and veterans with a 30% disability will have preferable hiring. These jobs are in Bonham and Dallas. For more information contact Erick Sanders at erick.sanders@ va.gov

-- FYI – amazing display --

Dog tags of the more than 58,000 service men and women who died in the Vietnam War hang from the ceiling of the National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum in Chicago

https://www.nvam.org/?option=com_content&view=article&id=218&Itemid=54

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3/27/13 Bounce through the weekend in District 12

--- This weekend (Fri – Mon)

Mar 29th (Friday) – Ken Bunch Inurnment (details below)

Mar 29th (Friday) – Fish Fry at Post 297, all you can eat 6 to 8pm for $10.00

Mar 29th (Friday) – Western Dance at Post 838, 9pm till (this will be fun) $8 in advance

Mar 30th (Saturday) Vietnam Veterans Recognition& Celebration at Post 626

Mar 30th (Saturday) invite to ride to Elm Mott (details below)

Apr 1st (Monday) - VA Fort Worth Clinic Legion Family welcome table (volunteer now)

APRIL is Children & Youth Month

BOYS STATE DEADLINE IS APRIL 15^th for Primary Delegates.

--- As many of you may know we lost a good friend and Legionnaire Ken Bunn.

I just would like to let everyone know MSgt Bunn has been a member of the American Legion Post 655 for many many years. Not only did he dedicate his life to the Air Force but also to the American Legion. Let us show our support and stand the flag line in his honor.

Bill “Chief” Deal

His inurnment will be at the DFW National Cemetery this Friday (3/29/13), 11:15am at Shelter “B”.

Latest Ceremony details are listed on the PGR calendar at http://www.txpgr.org/

For those wishing to attend this map is to the entrance, follow the signs to Shelter “C”

--- Be sure to register for the District 12 Spring Convention

Note early registration is $12; it will cost you $15 at the door.

Links to Registration Form and latest agendas are located below.

--- FYI

March 30 the 5^th District Riders have invited all to join in a ride to the Grand Opening of Post 121 in Elm Mott (north of Waco). They will have games and a BBQ. KSU 10:45am at Duncanville. (Flyers attached)

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Half price ticket offer to Veterans for the Fort Worth Opera’s regional premiere of Glory Denied by composer Tom Cipullo during the upcoming 2013 Fort Worth Opera Festival. (attachment)

Military discount information for all performances: http://www.fwopera.org/Tickets/Specials-Groups/Special-Offers/

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3/25/13 District 12 Spring Convention

District 12 Spring Convention

April 6, 2013 at HEB Post 379, 1245 N. Industrial Blvd, Bedford, Texas 76021

Pre-registration would be greatly appreciated for meal preparation plan.

Note early registration is $12; it will cost you $15 at the door.

Links will be active until after the convention:

Registration Form

Auxiliary Agenda

Legionnaire’s agenda

Updates and further information will be forwarded as received.

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3/21/13 This weekend and Post Everlasting

Coffee Tour pictures (more pictures needed)

Mar 23rd (Saturday) 12th District Riders meeting Haltom City Post 655 at 10:30AM.

A lunch ride will follow to the Bottlecap Alley restaurant in Keller. KSU for lunch at 11:30AM from Post 655. Everyone is invited.

Mar 24th (Sunday) Don Robbins Memorial Service at Post 516– 3pm

-- Post Everlasting –

Kenneth "Ken" Dale Bunn, 58, passed away Monday, March 4, 2013, in Watauga.
Celebration of life: 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church of Watauga.

Ken was born on May 18, 1954, in Big Spring to Wyndell Bunn Sr. and Thelma Reese. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force and attained the rank of master sergeant. Ken was a member of the 301st Fighter Squadron in the Air Force Reserve. He was a V.I.M. member of the American Legion at Post 655. Ken was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Watauga.

He was a member of 655 and a Past Commander of 626. His wife is a member of the Aux at 626 and a Past Unit and District President.

Ken's interment will be at DFW National Cemetery, March 29, 11:15 am. We will have the Patriot Guard at this event.

-- Memorial Service –

Sunday, March 24 Memorial Service for Don Robbins, 3:00pm at Post 516. Don was Veteran retired from the Navy, PUFL Legionnaire and husband of Retha Robbins Unit 516 President and Post 516 Service Officer. Please join us in this celebration of the life of our comrade. I would like to also express my appreciation to the PGR for their excellent (as always) support at the inurnment 25 Feb at the National Cemetery.

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District 12 Spring Convention Apr 6th at HEB Post 379

BOYS STATE DEADLINE IS APRIL 15TH, for Primary Delegates.

Boys state 2013 information http://txlegionbstate.wordpress.com/

--- Department --

Found Money on State Site which belongs to various Legion Posts

click here for over $1000 in funds due Legion Posts https://txcpa.cpa.state.tx.us/up/Search.jsp

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3/13/13 Free Symphony tickets, Membership Tour and more

This Saturday, District 12 Coffee Tour, schedule attached

-- Community

Free Symphony tickets at Bass Hall for Friday, Saturday or Sunday evening.

Must respond by tomorrow, Thursday 14 Mar 2013 (see flyer).

Hello all,

As a token of our appreciation for your service to our country, Chesapeake Energy and the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra would like to invite your organization to join our Symphonic Salute program. Chesapeake Energy has made arrangements for military veterans and their families to join the Orchestra for an evening of wonderful symphonic music at Bass Performance Hall. These tickets are provided at no cost to you or your families.

Please distribute the attached flyer to your constituents. It contains information about this weekend’s program and instructions on how to receive your free tickets. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Warmest Regards,

Holly Klindt

Education and Community Outreach Manager

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

330 E. 4th Street, Suite 200

Fort Worth, TX 76102

817-665-6500 x112

--- Legion Riders

Hello everyone, this is Bill "Chief" Deal from the 12th Dist Riders. The purpose of this email is let everyone know that the 12th Dist Riders now have their own email address. We also are working on setting up a Face Book account as a means to get information out to everyone. We also have a "Calling Post" account so we can do phone notifications to each Chapter Director/President and Chapter Asst. Director/President of upcoming events and important information that involves the American Legion Riders.

To get everything up to date with the current information of each Chapter Director/President and Chapter Asst. Director/President, I asking if each Chapter would provide the following information:

Each Chapter Director/President & Chapter Asst. Director/President names, best phone number to contact them, and email address.

Please help us out and provide this information. So we your 12th Dist Riders officers can service you better.

Thank you and ride safe my friend.

Bill "Chief" Deal

Director, 12th Dist Riders

Director, ALR Chapter 655

--- TCVC

Our 2013 Veterans Day Parade theme is “Honoring Medics and Corpsmen – Unsung Heroes”.

Several of our Posts/Units are members of the Council and all can be (only $24 per year)

Parade and Meeting info http://tarrantcountyveteranscouncil.org/

Coming meetings are April 3 at 7pm and parade meeting April 13 at 10am.

Contact Terry Bigley or Ken Cox for more information.

--- Department

BOYS STATE DEADLINE IS APRIL 15TH, for Primary Delegates.

Boys state 2013 information http://txlegionbstate.wordpress.com/

2012 Boys’ State Texas Governor is from District 12

2012 Girls’ State also had a great event

-- New events added to the calendar

April 18 – Choctaw Casino trip with Post 655, April 10 registration deadline (flyer attached)

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3/6/2012 Coffee Tour schedule, Ride and more

Riders join in funeral escort for Chris Kyle

Mansfield Post presents appreciation plaques at NAS Fort Worth

--- Mar 9 (this Saturday)

Veterans Day Parade meeting at VFW Post 8235 (10:00am)

The new12 Dist Riders officers are having a meeting this Saturday, March 9th at post 655. After the meeting we plan on going for a lunch ride to Old Keller. Anyone that would like to join us for the ride should meet at Post 655 by 11:30AM. Everyone is welcome.

Burger and Karaoke Night at Post 655 starting at 6:30pm (flyer attached)

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Mar 10th Sunday morning: Daylight Savings Time Begins (spring forward)

-- Coffee Tour – next Saturday, March 16

American Legion District 12 Membership Tour **March 16, 2013**
On March 16 the District 12 will be having a bus coffee tour of the American Legion Posts within the District.
For those of you who are not on the schedule, gather up your membership and meet us at one of the posts on the route or come and ride the bus with us.
The purpose is friendship, fraternalism and to gather membership. I encourage you to get your teams together and let's put District 12 of the American Legion it its rightful place, 1st.
Sincerely;
John Straten
Bus tour coordinator, Cell 817 360 7558

Spreadsheet attached

-- New events added to the schedule

BOYS STATE DEADLINE IS APRIL 15TH, for Primary Delegates.

May 10-12 in Harker Heights TX

-- Legion Riders

Officer elections for the 12th District Riders was conducted during the February meeting held on Saturday, Feb 16th at Post 655.

Results:

Director - Bill Deal, ALR Chapter 655

Asst. Director - Bill Wetmore, ALR Chapter 297

Treasurer - John Straton, ALR Chapter 379

Secretary/Adjutant - Kathy Gildeon, ALR Chapter 297

Chaplain - Alex Gonzales, ALR Chapter 655

Sgt At Arms - Darrell Eaton, ALR Chapter 655

Jim Weir - Road Captain, ALR Chapter 297

Congratulations to the newly elected officers of the 12th District Riders.

Next scheduled meeting for the 12th District Riders will be Saturday, March 23rd at Post 655 in Haltom City. The meeting will start at 10:30AM followed by a lunch run.

All riders within the 12th District is strongly encouraged to attend.

--- Department news

March Department Hubmaster Report

http://txlegion.org/Files/hubmaster/HUBMASTER%20%20MONTHLY%20%20REPORT%20March%202013.pdf

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2/28/13 District 12 Coming events

Checking the calendars and excellent newsletter from Post 297 this appears to be a quiet weekend. Might be a good time to consider the Mar 4th (Monday) VA Fort Worth Clinic Legion Family welcome table (volunteer now)

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The next “big things” are the American Legion Birthday, District Coffee Tour with Legion Rider escort and St Patrick’s Day in a couple of weeks.

Bail ó Dhia ort (“The blessing of God on you” in Irish Gaelic)

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Sunday, March 24 Memorial Service for Don Robbins, 3:00pm at Post 516. Don was Veteran retired from the Navy, PUFL Legionnaire and husband of Retha Robbins Unit 516 President and Post 516 Service Officer. Please join us in this celebration of the life of our comrade. I would like to also express my appreciation to the PGR for their excellent (as always) support at the inurnment 25 Feb at the National Cemetery.

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Also be sure to mark your calendar for the C&W dance at Post 838 and the Fish Fry at Post 297

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Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day

On Saturday, March 30th, please join American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit 626 for an evening of celebration as they come together to honor the immeasurable sacrifices and contributions our Vietnam War veterans have made to protect the life, liberty and happiness of every American. March 30th marks the 40th anniversary of the withdrawal of combat units and combat support from South Vietnam. Our Vietnam veterans fought for our freedoms, kept America safe and dedicated their lives to this nation. We are forever thankful for their unwavering strength and courage while fighting in the Vietnam War. All veterans deserve our deepest respect. May we always remember the heroism and courage of those who have served and those who continue to serve. Additional information about this event is in the attached flyer.

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Folks have asked about Autumn Swanks situation and the best updates are those given by her mom in the facebook page http://www.facebook.com/AutumnsAngelBears

For those that do not know, Autumn is a Junior Auxiliary member, her mom is an Auxiliary member, her granddad is a post officer, her great grandma is a current and charter member of the Post 516 Auxiliary and she is a really great kid.

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February 21, 2013 Meeting with Corey Owen, American Legion National Assistant Director for Membership.

For those that have not gotten the membership information provided on Thurs please check with Commander Page.

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Joe Page reminds everyone that now is the time to start lining up Oratory, Boys State and Girls State contenders.

Boys state 2013 information http://txlegionbstate.wordpress.com/

2012 Boys’ State Texas Governor is from District 12

2012 Girls’ State also had a great event

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FYI: March 30 Invite to Grand Opening of Post 121 in Elm Mott, TX (just north of Waco on I35) and invite to join District 5 in a ride to the event. (flyers attached)

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2/19/13 Thursday 10am and Convention Parade

THURSDAY District Membership Assistance

The National Team will be at Post 838, Thursday morning at 10:00 AM. Commanders, Vice Commanders, Adjutants and interested Aux units are asked to attend.

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Department Hubmaster Report attached:

Help with the National Convention Parade, Boys State Deadline 15 April, and more

-- June 1^st - First Division Rally at Post 550 in Pilot Point, TX

--- FYI: 2013 Women Veterans’ Family Retreat, March 1-2 at Arlington Hilton

--- From: Jeff Frain, National VA&R Chairman, Sons of The American Legion

Hello Everyone,

Attached are this years National Veterans Assistance Day (May 18, 2013) Poster and The Fisher House Poster please pass them on and Hang them in your Post for everyone to view.

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2/14/13 Membership event and busy weekend

District Membership Assistance in town one week from today

Commanders, let's all participate in this project starting Ferb.20 - 24. The base will be at Post 838. National has more than 2000 names that they are trying to assign to posts. If these names are in our zip codes, we all could benefit by increasing our membership. I'm requesting all posts to participate in hopes of getting membership at 100%. I plan to see all of you there. I don't have an itinerary yet. I will forward it when I get it.

J. Page Cmdr

-- This week

Feb 14th (Tonight) – Post 838 Valentines Day Dance at 8:00 pm; BYOB $7.00

Feb 16th (Saturday) – 12th District Riders meeting at Post 655 (10am) Lunch ride to follow.

Feb 16th- Department Post Training at PlanoPost 321

Feb 16^th - ALR Parking Lot Sale at Post 516; 8:30 am to 4:00pm.

Feb 20 to 24 (Wed – Sat) Membership assistance at Post 838 (details to follow)

---- For your information

Invitation to Oath Keepers event; Feb 23 (Sat) 1pm in Arlington TX (not where post 60 meets).

Attached is a flyer from VFW Post 6111 for any Veteran and all citizens that are interested.

This is Dedicated in honor to and in memory of U.S. Navy S.E.A.L. Chief Chris Kyle.

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The things that come to those who wait may be the things left by those who got there first.

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2/7/13 Parade, Boys State and training

This Saturday we are kicking off the planning for this year’s Veterans Day Parade

Feb 9^th (Saturday) - Veterans Day Parade meeting at VFW Post 8235 (10:00am)

Veterans Day Parade information http://tarrantcountyveteranscouncil.org/

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Items of interest from the Monday Feb. 4 District meeting:

A National Revitalization Team and Department will visit or area Feb. 20 – 24 to help needed posts with membership. More details will be provided as received.

Boys State registration and forms are now only available online at www.texasboysstate.com

The date and location for this years orientation is May 16, 2013, Haltom City Post 655 at 7pm

2012 Boys’ State Texas Governor is from District 12

2012 Girls’ State also had a great event

For details or assistance our POC is still Joe Page.

--- Department, Division news -

Our Division One convention will be on May 11 at South Fort Worth Post 569.

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District and Division Commanders,

As y’all now we have two sessions of the Department Training coming up in the next two weeks. We currently have 8 individuals registered for the San Antonio session and Plano we have 16 individuals registered. So to increase participation we are going to attempt something new and need your assistance to make it successful, we are going to try on-line registration.

To registrar simple click on the link for the session you plan attend and complete the online registration application.

Plano on February 16 at American Legion Post 321

Please distribute this to all your Posts.

Bill

Bill West

State Adjutant

The American Legion

Dept of Texas

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Good Morning, Commanders !!!

State Adjutant West has announced that some major changes have occurred on the Department Website and is encouraging everyone to peruse the Training Page. There you will find the videos from the December training in Austin. On the Resource Page, you will find PowerPoint presentations, lesson plans and handouts that anyone can download and use for training purposes.

This is a very important step in our attempt to take training to the Post level.

Please use these resources!!!!

Thanks,

Barry Schoenhals

Chairman

Department Training Committee

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2/1/13 Monday Feb 4 Meeting Agenda

Commanders,

Request your presence and Boys State chairmen at the Feb 4 meeting @ Post 569. We will probably have a full meeting. There is some valuable information that we need to go over.

J. Page Cmdr

Details:

Here is the proposed agenda for Monday's meeting (attached)

We have some important matters to attend to.

i.e. a National Revitalization Visit to our area Feb 20-24 and the changes to Boys State registration. We need to plan the coffee run for Mar 16.

Note: This distribution sent to District 12 Staff and Post Commanders

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1/31/13 District 12 Activities

Have a great spring weekend here in February and support your post

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Invitation to all Legion Family members wishing to visit the Fort Worth VA Clinic

Feb. 4 (Monday) from 10am to 1pm Retha Robbins and other members will be set up inside the main entrance to share and schedule participation in our Welcome Table.

All that is required is your friendly personality;

Feb. 4 is also our District Commanders/President’s Call is at Post 569 (7pm).

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Feb 5, 2013 Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair at American Legion Post 516 in Dallas

(flyer and more details attached)

--- Department, Division news -

January 23, 2012 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE …

Contact: Rick Svatora, Communications Director

State Sen. Wendy Davis – District 10

512-463-0110

Rick.Svatora@senate.state.tx.us

Senator Wendy Davis Files Bill to Help Veterans Land Jobs

Davis files Senate Bill 229, to provide veterans in Texas a fast track to obtaining commercial driver's licenses

AUSTIN -- Senator Wendy Davis today announced the filing of Senate Bill 229, to smooth the way for veterans in Texas to find good-paying jobs after they leave the service. The bill implements a federal law which allows states to waive the domicile requirement to award a commercial driver's license.

"Our veterans are a tremendous asset to Texas," said Davis. "This legislation recognizes the experience of men and women serving in our Armed Forces and provides the means for them to obtain good paying jobs as soon as possible."

Davis's legislation implements the Military Commercial Driver's License Act, passed by Congress and signed into law last fall. That legislation allows states to waive residency requirements for commercial licenses for service members living in the state. Skills and safety testing requirements are unchanged under the legislation. The bill was backed by the American Legion and the Truckload Carriers Association.

"On behalf of the veterans of Texas, I'd like to thank Sen. Davis for carrying this bill," said Bill West, State Adjutant, The American Legion, Department of Texas. "Members of the military are trusted with the lives of their fellow service members and millions of dollars in equipment. This bill translates those responsibilities into the opportunity to earn a good paycheck when they leave the military."

According to recent data by the American Trucking Association, there are over 200,000 unfilled trucking jobs in the United States. Texas is a national leader in heavy and tractor trailer driver jobs, a demand that's only increased with the development of the Barnett and Eagle Ford Shale oil fields. Commercial drivers in Texas earned over $37,000 a year in 2011.

"Texas is a leader in finding jobs for veterans," said Thomas Palladino, executive director of the Texas Veterans Commission. "Efforts which assist veterans’ entry into the workforce by valuing their experience and military skills are a win-win for Texas."

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The Patriot Guard Riders, specifically our North Texas Patriot Guard Riders, do an excellent job of honoring our fallen troops in processions and at their Interment Service. Only your respect is required to join or attend these activities. Unfortunately notice is normally too short to be included in a weekly reminder and their schedule is posted as soon as known on calendar at http://www.txpgr.org/

To be put on their notification list go to the blue link button directly below the calendar and sign up (all that is required is your name and email)

Many of us support this activity when possible and it is an excellent way to show your patriotism.

You do not need to own a motorcycle to show your support at these events.

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1/23/13 VA, meetings, Ground Breaking and TEXALPA

This Fri $8.00 Chicken Fried Steak Dinner at Post 655 (6:30pm), Bike & Burger night at Post 297 and $9.00 Fried Chicken Dinner at Post 397 (7pm) with a band (all I got).

-- not this Monday but the next one --

Invitation to all Legion Family members wishing to visit the Fort Worth VA Clinic

Feb. 4 (Monday) from 10am to 1pm Retha Robbins and other members will be set up inside the main entrance to share and schedule participation in our Welcome Table.

Feb. 4 is also our District Commanders/President’s Call is at Post 569 (7pm).

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The next 12th District Riders Meeting will be held on Saturday Feb 16th at 10.00am at American Legion Post 655. Lunch ride to follow. Hope to see as many of you there as possible.

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Subject: Department Post Training – Feb 16 at Plano American Legion Post 321

The American Legion, Department of Texas is excited to announce the continuous of Department Training Program, listed below is the dates and locations where the training will be conducted across the state to provide everyone the chance to attend.

San Antonio – February 9, 2013 at American Legion Post 2

Dallas/Fort Worth area – February 16, 2013 at Plano American Legion Post 321

Some of the topics to be covered during this session include: Post Operations, Department Programs, Membership Growth, Leadership, Post Fundraising and Public Relations.

The training is open to all Legion Family Members wishing to learn more about The American Legion, training will begin at 9:00 am at each location.

Anyone wishing to attend is encouraged to complete the American Legion Extension Institute Course (ALEI) prior to attending as it will provide you with basic information about The American Legion.

All attendee are asked to fill out and submit the registration form at least two weeks prior to the session you are planning to attend so we may have a headcount for the number of attendees at each session. We need this for the Posts that are hosting the training for setup and lunch.

Anyone attending the Department Training is encouraged to complete the American Legion Extension Institute Course (ALEI) prior to attending as it will provide you with basic information about The American Legion.

This is a Legion Family event. Please insure this information is disseminated to all Post Members, Units and Squadrons.

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Subject: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TCVVM Groundbreaking March 24 & 25

The Texas Capitol Vietnam Veterans Monument will celebrate its Groundbreaking on March 24 and 25 in Austin with a special tribute to the Texans who died in the Vietnam War. All Texas Vietnam veterans are invited to attend the events which are free and open to the public.

On March 24 a Reading of the Names of the 3,417 Texans who died in Vietnam will be held at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library auditorium from 8:30 – 5:30. On the same day, the Texas Vietnam Heroes Exhibit of 3,417 hand-stamped dog tags honoring each Texan will open in the Great Hall of the LBJ Library. An evening reception for veterans and families will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Austin's historic Scholz Garten. The monument Groundbreaking Ceremony will take place on the Texas Capitol Grounds at 10:00 a.m. on March 25. Texan Joe Galloway will deliver the keynote address. Full information, including how to make reservations for the reception, is available at http://buildthemonument.org/groundbreaking-events.

The Texas Capitol Vietnam Veterans Monument will honor all Texans who served in the Vietnam War. The 3,417 Texas Heroes of the war will be individually remembered by the entombment of personalized dog tags bearing their name, rank, branch of service, hometown and date of loss. The tags will be dedicated for entombment during the Groundbreaking. The people of Bastrop will host a Receiving Ceremony at 2:00 p.m. at the Heart of Texas Art Foundry where the monument is being built. The monument will be available for public viewing.

The Texas Capitol Vietnam Veterans Monument will be dedicated in the fall of 2013.

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From: Gary Smith, TEXALPA President

Subject: Entry Fees for Newsletter, Scrapbook, Online Publications and Websites Dropped
At the TEXALPA meeting held on January 18, 2013, a motion was made and seconded to drop the $5.00 entry fee associated with the contests that TEXALPA sponsors. The motion carried. I have sent a request to Bill West, our State Adjutant, to revise the TEXALPA webpage accordingly. Please help me get the word out to all the Posts.

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1/17/13 District 12 Activities

District 12 Oratorical Contestant Brianna Young to go to Division contest in Denton.

--- This weekend

Jan 19th - Jacks Birthday Bash at Post 516 starting at 7pm.

Presented by Post 516 ALR Run Coordinator Jack Cox and featuring “Pull My Finger Band”

Front door bike parking and plenty of cage parking, no cover, everyone is invited.

--- District news

Joe Page reminds everyone that now is the time to start lining up Boys and Girls State contenders.

Boys state 2013 information http://txlegionbstate.wordpress.com/

2012 Boys’ State Texas Governor is from District 12

2012 Girls’ State also had a great event

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GO PUBLIC with your Post, District and our American Legion.

No cost, prime location, targeted audience, friendly and supportive environment, membership recruiting encouraged.

All that is required is your friendly personality, a couple of hours the first Monday of each month and a few handouts.

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Now is the time to select this year’s Veterans Day Parade theme and special events.

The Tarrant County/Fort Worth Parade is hosted by the Tarrant County Veterans Council

Several of our Posts/Units/Squadrons are members of the Tarrant County Veterans Council and all can be.

Membership is only $24 per year http://tarrantcountyveteranscouncil.org/

--- Planning ahead -

Feb 4th -VA Fort Worth Clinic Legion Family welcome table (volunteer now)

Feb 4^th - Fort Worth Stock Show’s Military appreciation day.

The Stock Show grounds will stand in salute to military members. All active and retired service members and their immediate families will receive a complimentary day at the show, including both rodeo performances, courtesy of Denbury Resources. For information on how to get tickets, visit http://www.fwssr.com/

Feb 9^th (Saturday) - Veterans Day Parade meeting at VFW Post 8235 (10:00am)

Suggestions for and selection of this year’s Veterans Day Parade theme and special events.

--- Department news - from Don Daft, Department Hubmaster http://txlegion.org/hubmaster-reports/

3. ALL POSTS ARE REMINDED THAT THE EAGLE SCOUT OF THE YEAR AWARD DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING. ENTRY FORMS WILL BE MAILED THIS MONTH TO ALL POSTS AND CERTIFIED POST BOY SCOUT CHAIRMAN. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED AT THE DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS BY COSE OF BUSINESS ON MARCH 1ST. CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT HDQ TO RECEIVE AN EAGLE SCOUT OF THE YEAR ENTRY FORM OR DOWNLOAD THE FORM DIRECTLY FROM THE NATIONAL WEBSITE: www.legion.org

4. BOYS STATE REMINDER…All Posts are reminded that the Boys State Program is fast approaching. Information packets have been mailed to all Posts and all Texas High Schools. Delegate registration is open until April 15th and alternate registration closes on April 30th.

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1/10/13 Training, conference and party

Attention - This Sunday – Oratorical Contest

There will be a District Oratorical Contest on Sunday Jan. 13, 2013 at Post 838, 1250 Mansfield Ave. at 2:30 PM.

We have one speaker scheduled at this time. If there are others, please let me know by Friday Jan.11.

I apologize for the late notice. We have to do the contest this weekend because the Mid-Winter Conf is the following weekend.

J. Page

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The Blue Knights will be conducting Medic First Aid / CPR course & a bonus course in Crash Scene Control and Response at post 655. The class will be January 12th starting at 9:00AM.

Cost is $25.00 per person & the certification is good for 2 years. Wives, children 12 or older & friends are invited as well. You MUST pre-register for the course so the instructors can order the correct amount of course materials. You CAN NOT show up on the day of & expect to attend this training! A minimum of 6 is needed for the class to happen and as of last Monday only 4 have sent in their $10 deposit. Please pass this info out to all your folks

--- District news

GO PUBLIC with your Post, District and our American Legion.

No cost, prime location, targeted audience, friendly and supportive environment, membership recruiting encouraged.

All that is required is your friendly personality, a couple of hours the first Monday of each month and a few handouts.

--- Planning ahead -

Jan 16th –20th - MID WINTER CONFERENCE, Austin, Texas

Jan 19th - Jacks Birthday Bash at Post 516 starting at 7pm.

Presented by Post 516 ALR Run Coordinator Jack Cox and featuring “Pull My Finger Band”

Front door bike parking and plenty of cage parking, everyone is invited.

Feb 4th -VA Fort Worth Clinic Legion Family welcome table (volunteer now)

Feb 4^th - Fort Worth Stock Show’s Military appreciation day.

The Stock Show grounds will stand in salute to military members. All active and retired service members and their immediate families will receive a complimentary day at the show, including both rodeo performances, courtesy of Denbury Resources. For information on how to get tickets,

Don’t miss the tradition of the Fort Worth Stock Show’s “All Western Parade” scheduled Saturday, January 19 at 11 a.m., Downtown Fort Worth! The Stock Show Parade is held each year on the first Saturday of the Show. Nearly 100,000 spectators line the streets of downtown Cowtown to watch this spectacular annual event. Plenty of horses and other livestock can be seen – but no motorized vehicles are allowed!

------ Department news - District Commanders; please pass on to your Posts.

MIDWINTER LEADS TRAINING

The Department will be conducting LEADS training during the upcoming Midwinter Conference on Saturday, January 19, 2013 and will begin at 8:00am, more information and course descriptions can be found on the Training page.

Post/District/Division Commanders, Adjutants, Finance Officers, Service Officers are encouraged to attend to the training to learn more about your duties and areas of responsibility and to provide information to assist you to be more effective in your position. The training is open to all Legion Family Members wishing to learn more about The American Legion.

Leadership Education And Development (LEAD) is a one day, eight hour training session designed to provide professional development training for post, district, division and department level members. National Staff subject matter experts will cover a wide range of topics relevant to the operations of The American Legion.

Time	Salons D/E/F	Oaks Room
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM	Fundamentals of Fundraising	VA Enrollment & Priorities
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Post Operations and Membership Development	Service Connected Disability, Compensation & Claims Development
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Finance	The District Commander
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM	MyLegion.org	Americanism, Children & Youth

Bill West

State Adjutant

The American Legion

Dept of Texas

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1/3/13 Training, Great Presentation and contest

The Blue Knights will be conducting Medic First Aid / CPR course & a bonus course in Crash Scene Control and Response at post 655. The class will be January 12th starting at 9:00AM.

Cost is $25.00 per person & the certification is good for 2 years. Wives, children 12 or older & friends are invited as well. You MUST pre-register for the course so the instructors can order the correct amount of course materials. You CAN NOT show up on the day of & expect to attend this training! A minimum of 6 is needed for the class to happen and as of Monday only 4 have sent in their $10 deposit. Please pass this info out to all your folks (flyer:

--- From Ken, WOW – take a moment to see the following presentation, fantastic. ---

--- From Tina Hill, Dist 12 Auxiliary VP and Unit 626 President

Our Unit National Security Chairman, Harriet Wright, put together a great PowerPoint presentation on the story of the USS Fort Worth, which we presented to the 2nd thru 5th graders at Burton Hill Elementary on November 2nd.

Harriet forwarded the presentation to T.D. Smyers, President of the USS Fort Worth Commissioning Committee. Captain Smyers is also the former Commanding Officer of the Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base, and he now serves as the CEO at American Red Cross, North Texas Region.

Captain Smyers was very impressed with the presentation, and as a result, the presentation is now posted on the USS Fort Worth website.

http://ussfortworth.org/the-story-of-the-uss-fort-worth-for-elementary-students/

The following is Captain Smyers reply to Harriet:

Harriet,

This is marvelous. I'm so very proud of how you and the American Legion Team have continued as ambassadors of our Ship to the community; especially our youth!

With your permission, I'd like to post this presentation on our Committee website for others to see and use in presenting the story of USS Fort Worth to our young citizens.

T.D.

--- Planning ahead -

Jan 7th -VA Fort Worth Clinic Legion Family welcome table (volunteer now)

Jan 12th –Blue Knights Medic First Aid Course, 9am, at Post 655

Jan 16th –20th - MID WINTER CONFERENCE, Austin, Texas

Jan 19th - Jacks Birthday Bash at Post 516 starting at 7pm.

Presented by Post 516 ALR Run Coordinator Jack Cox and featuring “Pull My Finger Band”

--- The Legion needs a tagline for marketing our name.

The goal is to adopt a tagline which is so significant that all of the public will recognize it and associate it with The American Legion.

If your tagline is the one adopted exactly as submitted, you will receive a $500 check and a plaque. Submissions may be submitted by individuals (membership is not required), posts, districts, etc. There is no limit to the number but each submission must be contained in a single email. All submissions must be received no later than April 19, 2013, in order to be considered. The winning entry will be posted on the Legion website after the NEC meets in mid-May 2013. In the event of duplicate winning entries, the earliest received will be declared the winner.

Only one entry per email and all entries will be acknowledged by a return email. Save that return receipt as proof of your submission. The email address is tagline@legion.org include your name and phone number on each entry.

This information extracted from official article at:

--- From: Jeff Frain, National VA&R Chairman, Sons of The American Legion

Attached are this years National Veterans Assistance Day (May 18, 2013) Poster and The Fisher House Poster please pass them on and Hang them in your Post for everyone to view.

http://kencox.us/1nvad2013.jpg

http://kencox.us/fisherhouseposter.pdf

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