American Legion Post 496 Sherwood WI

06/10/2026

Great news! The much-awaited upgrade to the memorial aircraft site and Sherwood Veterans Memorial is finally underway. We’re excited to see the finished look in a few weeks. A huge thank you to everyone who’s helped bring this project to life!

06/10/2026

There is a special showing for a new documentary film Flag Day on Flag Day, Sunday, June 14th.

Flag Day chronicles Three Oaks, Michigan—home to one of the largest Flag Day parade in the United States – as they prepare for, celebrate and reflect on the significance of Flag Day in their quintessentially American town.

The American Legion and Legionnaires feature prominently in the film, as citizens reflect on their service to the country and the community connections and support provided by their Legion membership.

Green Bay East Cinema, June 14 at 12pm
Hollywood Cinema in Appleton, June 14 at 1pm
Oshkosh Cinema, June 14 at 12:30pm

06/10/2026

2026 Appleton Flag Day Parade and its ‘new beginning.’
The 75th annual Appleton Flag Day Parade will begin at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 13.
The nation’s oldest Flag Day parade has a new route this year: east down College Avenue from State Street to Drew Street. Officials say the change was made in order to strengthen safety and security for parade spectators, participants, and volunteers.
Fox Cities citizens have honored “Old Glory” since 1950, making the Appleton Flag Day Parade the nation’s oldest. This celebration annually attracts hundreds of participants and more than 50,000 spectators to Appleton.

06/10/2026

Friday, we proudly recognize Governor Evers proclamation designating June 12 as Woman Veterans Day in Wisconsin.

Woman have served our nation and the great state of Wisconsin with dedication throughout every era of military service. This proclamation honors the contributions of Wisconsin’s woman veterans and acknowledges their impact on our communities and state.

Thank you to all woman veterans for you service!

06/10/2026

05/25/2026

05/23/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, let us always remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we treasure today.

On National Poppy Day, we remember the powerful meaning behind the red poppy and the words of In Flanders Fields written during World War I by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae.

The poem honors the fallen soldiers who gave their lives in service to freedom and reminds us that their sacrifice must never be forgotten. The red poppy, growing among the graves in Flanders Fields, became a lasting symbol of remembrance, sacrifice, and hope.

Today, we proudly wear the poppy to honor all Veterans—especially those who never made it home—and to support the mission of remembering and serving those who served us.

“Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.”

Please take a moment today to remember the brave men and women who sacrificed for our nation.

05/18/2026

Thomas E. Kees American Legion Post 496 -Sherwood is excited to announce the annual Memorial Day parade and program to be held Monday May 25.
Parade begins at 9:15 a.m. and concludes with a short Memorial program that features music by Kaukauna High School Band, poems from students of St John Sacred Heart school and a guest speaker.
** Due to ongoing maintenance and enhancements to the cemetery, it is imperative to reverse the parade route and conclude at the Memorial Aircraft located on Clifton Road.

The parade will commence at 9:15 AM near the County garage and proceed to the aircraft, where the memorial program will commence.

03/16/2026

Celebrating 107 years!!!

Happy Birthday to The American Legion!

02/25/2026

The scholarship deadline for applying for a high school senior is getting closer! To be considered, all applications must be postmarked by March 1. If you need an application, please reach out to the school guidance office, or you can request one at [email protected].