American Legion 5th District Florida

10/12/2026

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Little feet, big holiday fun! 🎅🏃 Join us at Orange Park Mall on Saturday, November 14, for the Santa Family Fun Run, part of Heroes & Holidays. The fun starts at 10 AM with Santa’s arrival!

Enjoy fun characters, a medal for every finisher, and more festive surprises! Every child who participates also receives a coupon for $10 off a Santa photo package. 🍪🏅📸

The first 100 Fun Run participants will receive a certificate for $10 off a Santa photo package and a FREE cookie from Mrs. Claus!

Get all the details here:
https://orangeparkmall.com/events 🎄❤️

10/07/2026

💥 Today (Wednesday at 9AM EST, watch live)
The American Legion National Executive Committee meeting live from National Headquarters in Indianapolis.
https://www.youtube.com/live/O7WP_h5yhFU

The American Legion National Executive Committee meeting live from ...

10/03/2026

Thank you, Jim Steele - Squadron 137, Jacksonville, and all for showing your support for our Veterans.

09/16/2026

🇺🇸 Today is American Legion Day.
On September 16, 2009 the Senate and House of Representatives passed a resolution designating Sept. 16 as “American Legion Day."
Read about it ⬇️
legion.org/information-center/news/membership/2009/september/sept-16-is-american-legion-day

09/14/2026

This event was mentioned at our District 5 Legion Meeting - all are invited.
💥 Celebrate the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps -
Featuring a keynote address by Major James Capers, USMC.
His commendations offer an inspiring view of his heroism and self-sacrifice. Nominated for the Medal of Honor, he has been awarded the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars and Combat V, three Purple Hearts, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, a Joint Service Commendation Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, three Good Conduct Ribbons, Battle Stars, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, CG Certificate of Merit, multiple letters of Merit, Appreciation, and Commendation.
As an African American his achievements included being the first African American to command a Marine Recon company and the first enlisted African American Marine Officer to receive a battlefield commission.
For tickets visit zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/251st-birthday-of-the-united-states-marine-corps--1017
More info, click ⬇️

Join The Everett P. Pope Marine Corps League of Nassau County for an unforgettable evening celebrating the United States Marine Corps

09/14/2026

⚠️ **SCAM ALERT: THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK**

⚠️ **SCAM ALERT: THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK**

We’ve been made aware of scam emails being sent to members of The American Legion Family.

Some of these emails appear to be **Celebration of Life invitations or announcements about someone you know**. The name may be familiar, but the email may not be legitimate.

Protect yourself:

• Don’t click unexpected links or attachments.
• Don’t provide personal information.
• Contact the person or Post directly to verify the message.
• If it looks suspicious, delete it.

Scammers may use familiar names, sad news, prizes, invoices or urgent messages to get your attention.

**NOT SURE? DON'T CLICK.**

Please share this warning with fellow Legion Family members.

09/13/2026