American Legion Auxiliary Unit 496, Lakewood, CA

06/23/2026

If anyone wants to take over the weekly blast, talk to Commander Martin Martinez.

06/15/2026

Weekly Events Blast
06/15/26 – 06/21/26


Wednesday, June 17th
Sunday, June 21st
Game nights 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

*****
Friday, June 19th
Post Dinner 5:30 p.m.
Meatball Sandwiches, Salad,
and Dessert

$15.00

Kool Breezzz Band
6:30 pm to 9:30 p.m.

*****
Friday, June 19th
No SAL meeting

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Saturday, June 20th
Karaoke 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Good Vibrayshuns


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06/10/2026

Long Beach VA

06/08/2026

Weekly Events Blast
06/08/26 – 06/14/26
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Please remember the food pantry. Drop off a non-perishable item. Box in pool table room. Help support Veterans and their families who need a little assistance.
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Tuesday, June 9th
No Auxiliary Meeting
(dark month)

*****
Wednesday, June 10th
Sunday, June 14th
Game night 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

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Friday, June 12th
Post Dinner 5:30 p.m.
Two tacos, Rice and Beans or
One taco, One tostada, Rice
and Beans, Salsa, Chips
and Dessert.
(choice of beef or chicken)

$15.00

Sound Advice Band
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

*****
Saturday, June 13th
The Irish Band will be playing
some great Irish music
3:30 to 6:30 p.m.

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In Memoriam
The Legion is sad to report
that Hal Solem passed away
on Thursday morning. Hal was a
44 year member. He helped raise
2 daughters and became
grandpa to 5 grandchildren, and
6 great grandchildren.
Please keep his wife, Barbara,
and family in your thoughts and
prayers at this difficult time.
A Celebration of Life will
be held at a later date.

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Our Mailing Address is:
Lakewood American Legion Family 496
5938 E. Parkcrest St.
Long Beach, CA 90808

Website:

American Legion Lakewood Post 496 is a non-profit organization of veterans that serves other veterans, their families, and the local community. Chartered in 1942, Post 496 is part of the national American Legion founded in 1919. Are you a veteran? Become a member!

06/06/2026

July 2, 10 am Lakewood City Hall and Sheriff station we will put out Flags 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 to celebrate USA 250th Anniversary.
If you’d like to help please come.

06/06/2026

Woman Veterans event LBVA. Friday June 5th. Districts 18, 19 and 29 come together to provide a great event for these woman. 70 Veterans came together to share.
Huge compliments by all. Great event.

06/06/2026

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

If an invite comes to you from me don’t open, it’s a hacker.

05/19/2026

Weekly Events Blast
05/18/26 – 05/24/26
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Bring a food donation when you come to the Post. Non-perishable, 3 month expiration date. All goes to the LBVA food band for Veterans who need some assistance.
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Wednesday, May 20th
Sunday, May 24th
Game nights 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

*****
Friday, May 22nd
Post Dinner 5:30 p.m.
Beef Stew with Vegetables,
Mashed Potatoes, Salad,
and Dessert

$15.00

Michael Forbes Explosion Band
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

*****
Saturday, May 23rd
Prairie Dog Serenade
with Brad, Anthony,
and Rod
6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

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Care and Concern
The Auxiliary has lost a member,
Trudy Howarth on May 2nd.
For those who may have known
Trudy, the family wanted you
to know that you are invited to
her services. They will be held
on June 13th at St. Cornelius
Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m.

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Events Coming Up
Memorial Day Ceremony
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Located at Del Valle Park.
After the Ceremony the
Legion invites everyone
to come have food cooked
by the Son’s of the
American Legion
12:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Friday, May 29th
Son’s Dinner



May is Poppy Month
The Auxiliary is still offering
Poppy Boards for you sign
and hang around the bar
in the Club Room. We ask for
a $5.00 donation per board.
You can write a message to
our Military personnel or a
family member you have lost.
Please drop your change in the Poppy cans. Support Veterans and Military.
One of the Auxiliary oldest programs that helps Veterans, Military in the hospital.