American Legion Auxiliary Unit 290 - Stafford VA

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

Reminder: Memorial Day Ceremony & Wreath laying
Monday, May 25 at 9am
Stafford County Courthouse

05/23/2026

A huge thank you to 🌾 Barley Naked Brewing Company 🌾 for hosting us on National Poppy Day! Thanks to Barley Naked and their generous patrons, donations poured in like the unseasonably cold rain and Unit 290 raised more than $200 to support veterans through the Poppy Fund.

If you missed this distribution don’t worry — we’ll be distributing poppies again on Sunday, May 31 at the Post 290 Sports Complex Concession Stand for the MSKA Quantico Kickball League Spring Tournament.

05/22/2026

May showers bring poppy flowers! Head on over to Barley Naked Brewing Company and pick up a poppy and have a brew…we’ll be here till 8pm. 🍺🌺 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

D.A.R.E. Day 2026

05/17/2026

A huge thank you to ☘️ Paddy’s Public HOUSE ☘️ for hosting us for our Poppy Distribution today!

Thanks to the generosity of Paddy's and their patrons, ALA Unit 290 raised $98 to support veterans, active-duty servicemembers, and their families through the Poppy Fund.

If you missed today’s distribution, don’t worry — we’ll be at Barley Naked Brewing Company on Friday, May 22 from 2–8pm.

You can also support the Poppy Fund anytime by using the QR code to make a direct donation. (Please note: paper poppies are only available in person.)

05/14/2026

It's Poppy Month! Join Unit 290 at Paddy's Public House (9 Center St, Stafford 22556) THIS SUNDAY, May 17 from 8am til Noon and pick up a poppy in honor of our veterans—then stay for breakfast!

05/14/2026

🌟 Don’t miss these ALA Academy Live webinars coming up! 🌟

1️⃣ ALA Academy Live: Prepared to Serve: CERT, Disaster Response & the ALA National Security Mission 🇺🇸
This session introduces CERT training and its role in disaster preparedness while showing how ALA Units can support communities before, during, and after emergencies. Participants will explore practical response activities, partnership opportunities, and how preparedness efforts align with the ALA National Security Program.
➡️ Link to register: https://bit.ly/ALAAcademy-PreparedtoServe

2️⃣ ALA Academy LIVE: Involving Juniors in Poppy, Americanism, and other ALA programs ✨
Empower your unit to keep Juniors involved and excited about the ALA! This workshop is designed to teach unit members how to engage Junior members in ALA programs, particularly Poppy and Americanism. Walk away with practical ideas and fresh inspiration to connect with Junior members and keep them actively participating in our mission.🇺🇸
➡️ Link to register: https://bit.ly/ALAAcademy-InvolvingJuniors

05/10/2026