American Legion Lakewood/Long Beach Post 496

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

🎸 **COMING THIS FRIDAY — MICHAEL FORBES "EXPLOSION" BAND!** 🎸
This Friday, October 23rd, Michael Forbes "Explosion" Band brings their **"Dynamite" music** to Post 496! The band delivers a unique style of rock featuring sax and flute, with a repertoire spanning classic rock, oldies, rhythm 'n' blues, blues, and hits from the '60s, '70s, '80s, '90s, and 2000s. There's something for everyone!
🍲 **DINNER STARTS AT 5:30 PM — JUST $15!**
It's the Halloween favorite **HOBO DINNER** — hearty stew with meat, potatoes, vegetables, and gravy, served with dessert.
🔥 **Hurry in—when the Hobo Dinner is gone, it's gone!** Don't miss out on this Halloween favorite!
🎶 **THEN THIS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24TH!** 🎶
Anthony, Brad & Rod return to Post 496 with **Prairie Dog Serenade!** Their heartwarming Americana sound, rich harmonies, and timeless classics make for the perfect evening of music. Come relax, sing along, and enjoy the songs you grew up with as Prairie Dog Serenade takes you on a nostalgic trip back in time.
📍 **American Legion Post 496**
5938 E Parkcrest St, Long Beach, CA
🇺🇸 **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!** Non-members, please sign the guest book by the door.
🎸 Two great nights of live music — we'll see you at the Legion!

10/17/2026

Karaoke tonight with Victoria!

10/13/2026

🇺🇸 🎖️ **American Legion Post 496 – Weekly Events Blast** 🎖️ 🇺🇸 🎉 **Here’s what’s happening this week at Post 496! Come on down for great food, live music, karaoke, football, games, and fellowship!

🌟 **TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 – AUXILIARY MEETING 6:00 PM Auxiliary Unit 496 membership meeting. Come out and support our Auxiliary!

🎲 **WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 – GAME NIGHT 6:00 PM | Club Room (21+ only) ⚓ **Ship, Captain & Crew Bring a snack to share!

🍽️ **FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 – DINNER: Dinner served at 5:30 PM 🍗 **Tuscan Chicken** with sun-dried tomatoes in cream sauce over pasta, plus salad, garlic bread, and dessert. $15 per person

🎶🔥 **FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC! Friday, October 16 | 🕡 6:30–9:30 PM 🎤 **CARLA D & THE B-SIDE BAND! Get ready for great music and good vibes! This talented band serves up a fun mix of **Rock, Pop, Motown, Country, and more**. Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to hit the floor! 💃🕺🎸

🎤 **SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 – KARAOKE! 6:30 PM 🎶 **Good Vibrayshuns!! Grab the mic, sing your favorite songs, and join us for a fun night of karaoke!

🏈 **SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 – NFL FOOTBALL Games start at 10:00 AM Who are you rooting for? ⚜️ New Orleans Saints vs. New York Giants 🏴‍☠️ Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Come watch the games and cheer on your team!

🎲 **SUNDAY GAME NIGHT 6:00 PM | Club Room (21+ only) ⚓ **Ship, Captain & Crew** 🥨 Bring a snack to share!

🍽️🇺🇸 **SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT – SUPPORT AUXILIARY UNIT 496!** 🇺🇸🍽️Join us for a **fundraising day at Original Roadhouse** on **Thursday, October 22! Show the fundraiser flyer (printed or on your phone) when you visit, and **20% of your bill will be donated to support American Legion Auxiliary Unit 496! **Original Roadhouse Long Beach Town Center 7391 Carson Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90808 📅 Valid **all day Thursday, October 22**
Please see the flyer for details—and enjoy a meal while supporting our Auxiliary! ❤️

🇺🇸 **See you at American Legion Post 496!** 🇺🇸 Come out for great food, live music, karaoke, football, games, and good company! **5938 E. Parkcrest St. Long Beach, CA 90808 (562) 420-1014

10/12/2026

🎸 **TWO GREAT NIGHTS OF ENTERTAINMENT AT AMERICAN LEGION POST 496!**

**🎶 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 — CARLA D & THE B-SIDE BAND**

🔥 **Don't wait until the last minute—round up your friends and make Friday night at the Legion your plan!** Enjoy a fantastic night of crowd-pleasing hits, dancing, and great company with the dynamic Carla D & The B-Side Band!

🍽️ **Dinner at 5:30 PM — $15**
Tuscan Chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce over pasta, served with salad, garlic bread, and dessert.

💃 Live music and dancing start at **6:30 PM**!

🎤 **SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 — GOOD VIBRAYSHUNS KARAOKE WITH VICTORIA!**

Grab the microphone, choose your favorite song, and take your turn in the spotlight! Sing your heart out or cheer on your friends for a fun night of karaoke.

🎵 Karaoke runs **6:30–9:30 PM**.

**Make your plans now, bring your friends, and join us for two great nights at the Legion!**

📍 **American Legion Post 496**
5938 E Parkcrest St, Long Beach, CA 90808

See you at the Legion!

10/06/2026

The Legion is getting busy! Friday night dinner/dance with the Lost Generation guys, and 2nd Saturday's we have Donna at the helm with her karaoke. We'll see you at Post 496, 5938 E Parkcrest St Long Beach, CA!

10/02/2026

A little taste of Painite Cabernet tastes so sweet. Coming soon!