Hal Parker Post #79 Cando ND

05/28/2026

Meet City 2 Mom Gloria!

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"I have been an Auxiliary member for 50 years. I have been an active member in our unit for the past 25 yrs. I was the Dept of ND President during the 2023-2024 yrs. I have spent the last 6 yrs active in the Dept side of Auxiliary. I volunteer for 4 other organizations in the communities I am a part of. I live in Rocklake which is about 20 miles from the Canadian border in NE ND. I have 3 grown children and 4 grandchildren. I have 3 cats that are my fur babies now. I enjoy flowers and have alot on my deck and in my yard during the summer. I enjoy photography but don't do as much as I used to. I also enjoy sitting on my deck with my morning coffee and listening to the birds that seem to be pretty chatty during that time of day."

Gloria's favorite part of Girls State is the flag raising every morning. It seems to set the tone for the day!!"

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

Members of American Legion Hal Parker Post 79 and the City of Cando are proudly hanging flags throughout our community in honor of Memorial Day.

Each flag pole displays the name, rank, and branch of service of local veterans — a tribute made possible by Hal Parker Post 79 to recognize the men and women who served our country with honor.

As we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we are also proud to honor the veterans in our community whose service and dedication will never be forgotten.

The flags will remain displayed through Flag Day, the 4th of July, and Labor Day as a continued reminder of the sacrifices made for our freedom and the veterans who helped protect it.

Take a moment as you pass by to read the names and reflect on the service and sacrifice of those who served our nation. ❤️🤍💙

05/22/2026

Poppies are available today! ❤️
American Legion Auxiliary, Hal Parker Post #79 is at Cando Grocery Store today until 5:30pm
These small flowers carry a powerful meaning of remembrance, sacrifice, and support for our veterans. Stop by and pick one up while you’re shopping today.

05/22/2026

The red poppy speaks where words fall short — a silent tribute to the sacrifices made for our freedom by the heroes who served and died for our country in all wars. ❤️‍🩹 The poppy is a reminder that their courage will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

After World War I, the American Legion Family brought National Poppy Day® to the United States by asking Congress to designate the Friday before Memorial Day as National Poppy Day.

The Auxiliary promotes the poppy as a symbol of the sacrifices our military have made, a symbol to open people’s hearts and inspire them to donate to help support the future of veterans, servicemembers, and their families. 🇺🇸

Today, on National Poppy Day, wear a red poppy to honor the fallen and support the living. ❤️

05/21/2026

New schedule for June

05/21/2026

Shine up those cars and start planning your floats! We are looking for parade entries for the "250 Years of American Moments" Parade for Cando Days 2026! Chamber Board Members will be voting on who best depicts this for a prize! While we would love to see lots of participation, it is not a requirement for entry!

So what counts as an American Moment? Think a decade (80's, 60's, Future America) A historic moment (1776 Founding Era, 1860s Frontier, WW I/II, 9/11) or even just your American pride and cover your vehicle in Red White and Blue!

There will be a Show and Shine following the parade between 5th and 6th Ave on Main! By selecting "yes" on the form, this gets you into the following prize categories!
- Best in Show
- People’s Choice
- Kid's Choice
- Loudest Engine
- "Driven Not Hidden" (for those vehicles that are well loved)

Sign up here! https://forms.gle/ZhXTXHwKRu9qteiF7

Thank you for participating!! See you in June!

05/18/2026

Join us as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable July 4th evening in Cando! 🎆

📍 Towner County Fairgrounds Pavilion
📅 July 4th, 2026
🍗 Honey Bourbon Chicken and more served starting at 6 PM until gone
🎇 Fireworks Show begins at 10 PM

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and games and spend the evening celebrating with friends, family, food, and fireworks! 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙

A cash bar will be available provided by the Cando Golf Club.

This event is proudly brought to you by American Legion Hal Parker Post 79 & the City of Cando.

05/16/2026

Timeline of events to be announced soon! Comment below what you hope to see in Cando the last weekend of June!

We already have a TON of fun things planned to kick off the start of Hal Parker Post #79 Cando ND 's celebration of America's 250th!!

05/14/2026

🎓 American Legion Hal Parker Post 79 Awards $5,500 in Scholarships to Local Students 🇺🇸

The American Legion American Legion Hal Parker Post 79 is proud to recognize these outstanding students as recipients of scholarships through the Hal Parker Essay Scholarship Program.

This year, $5,500 in scholarships was awarded through the Hal Parker Post 79 Scholarship Fund, along with generous donations from Post members.

Each student earned their scholarship by participating in the Hal Parker Essay Scholarship Program, demonstrating academic achievement, thoughtful writing, and a strong commitment to their future goals.

We congratulate all of these deserving students and wish them continued success as they begin the next chapter of their educational journey.

A heartfelt thank you to our members and supporters whose contributions make it possible to invest in the education of our local youth and honor the legacy of veterans through scholarship opportunities.



Back Row: Hunter Hagler, Leah Wanzek, Annabel Staus, Sean Freund, Commander Troy Reemtsma, Jacob Reemtsma, Levi Borstad,
Front Row: Ashley Nikolaisen, Karly Gefroh, Claire Weber, Ben Berg

04/23/2025

Get your Veterans name under the flags on Main street!!! Each one is $50 and each branch will have a different color. Each one will have 21 spaces so abbreviation may be needed. Contact Troy to get yours ordered at (605)431-2504