This was the second annual “Trunk or Treat” at the American Legion Post 17 in Manhattan.
Because it is 2020 and we are dealing with Covid-19, this year things were done differently. Our “Trunk or Treat” was done by drive thru. Everyone involved in our group that handled candy had to wear a mask and gloves. Continue reading
A few of the American Legion Riders participated in the Adopt-a-Highway clean up program. The group cleaned up a two mile stretch of highway 13.
The clean up day happened to fall on October 31st…..Halloween. Continue reading
It was that time of the year again. Our annual cookout at Keith & Sandy’s house. It was a little chilly, but we all had a great time. This year we had our meal catered…..BBQ with all the fixins.
Wow, what a turn out we had for the Mountain Oyster Fry on January 17, 2020. It has been quite a few years since the American Legion Post 17 has had a Mountain Oyster Feed. From the looks of it, a lot of folks in Manhattan (and surrounding communities) were happy to see it come back. Continue reading
On January 14, 2020 the new officers for 2020 were sworn in by Harold (ALR Chaplain).
Director is Kirk M.
Assistant Director is Alan Z.
Secretary is Carol Z.
Treasurer is Rob M.
Sargent at Arms is Troy M.
The American Legion Riders participated in the annual “Turkey Run” that is held at Fort Riley, Kansas.
A complete Thanksgiving dinner is provided to those in need. Continue reading
The Manhattan Veteran’s Day Parade was another cold, snowy afternoon. That didn’t stop a few of our riders. They did mention afterward that there was a little bit of slipping and sliding going on.
Thank you American Legion Riders!
One of our monthly dinner rides/drives was to a Jamaican restaurant here in Manhattan. The food is excellent and sometimes there is entertainment.
On Saturday,October 19th from 4-6 pm, the American Legion put together a “Trunk or Treat” at Post 17. There were fun activities and lots of candy for the kids.
They were hoping for a good turnout since this was the first year for “Trunk or Treat”. They estimated to have had around 300 participants. It was a great success.
The American Legion Riders at Post 17 in Manhattan find it important to support other Post in our state.
On Sunday, September 15th some of our riders were able to go to Post 40 in Abilene for a breakfast fundraiser. Continue reading
