New Berlin American Legion Post 957

06/14/2026

Wine, women, and wheels: our June 13th, 2026, Ladies Auxiliary Bus Trip was a real grape adventure 🚌🍷! Imagine sipping on a glass of crisp white wine while enjoying the scenic views of the countryside, surrounded by great company and laughter. We made unforgettable memories, from the moment we stepped onto the bus until the last drop of wine was savored. It was truly a day to remember! 🚌🍷

06/14/2026

Friendly reminder: A flag Retirement ceremony will be held today at 2:00 PM at the New Berlin American Legion Post 957.

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06/14/2026

Flag Day is June 14, a day set aside to honor the adoption of the United States flag in 1777 and to reflect on what the Stars and Stripes represent. It’s not a federal holiday, but it is nationally recognized and deeply rooted in American history.

🇺🇸 What Flag Day Commemorates

On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress approved the first official U.S. flag design:

• 13 stripes (red and white)
• 13 stars in a blue field, representing a new constellation of united states

This resolution marked the birth of the symbol we now call Old Glory.

📜 How Flag Day Became a National Observance

Several milestones shaped the holiday:

• Early proposals — The idea surfaced during the Civil War in 1861 as Americans rallied around the flag. Wikipedia
• Bernard J. Cigrand — A Wisconsin teacher who led the first school observance in 1885 and spent his life promoting a national Flag Day. History
• Presidential recognition — In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued the first national proclamation. Wikipedia
• Congressional establishment — In 1949, Congress officially designated June 14 as National Flag Day.

📜 How Flag Day Became a National Observance

Several milestones shaped the holiday:

• Early proposals — The idea surfaced during the Civil War in 1861 as Americans rallied around the flag.
• Bernard J. Cigrand — A Wisconsin teacher who led the first school observance in 1885 and spent his life promoting a national Flag Day.
• Presidential recognition — In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued the first national proclamation.
• Congressional establishment — In 1949, Congress officially designated June 14 as National Flag Day.

06/14/2026

Check out this week’s specials and our full bar menu! Come on in and grab a delicious shrimp basket. 🍤 Not a fan of shrimp? No worries—pick your favorite dish off the main menu and pair it with a refreshing drink! 🥃🍺🥤

06/12/2026

Gratitude is expressed to the women who have served in all branches of the armed forces.

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06/12/2026

06/09/2026

2:00pm at the New Berlin American Legion Post 957

06/06/2026

There are moments in history that deserve more than a passing glance.

D-Day is one of them.

Imagine being 18, 19, or 20 years old. Imagine stepping off a landing craft into cold water, under enemy fire, carrying everything you own on your back. Imagine knowing the odds and moving forward anyway.

Not because you were fearless.

Because someone had to.

The men who landed in Normandy on June 6, 1944, were asked to do something extraordinary. Many paid the ultimate price. Many more carried the scars of that day for the rest of their lives.

When I think about D-Day, I don't just think about military history. I think about courage. I think about duty. I think about the willingness to put something greater than yourself ahead of your own comfort, safety, or future.

Those values seem rare these days, but they are worth remembering.

So today, take a moment. Read a story. Look at a photograph. Learn a name. Remember that the freedoms we enjoy were secured by people who never had the chance to enjoy them themselves.

History isn't just about what happened.

It's about what we're willing to carry forward.

🇺🇸 June 6, 1944. We remember.

05/31/2026

Honoring our heroes: Photos from our heartfelt Memorial Day services at the historic New Berlin Cemetery, where we came together to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We're grateful for the opportunity to reflect on their bravery and selflessness.