American Legion, Hugh T. Gregory Post 63 Winter Garden, Florida

06/07/2026

https://www.wgal63.org/post/memorial-day-remembrance

On May 25, American Legion Post 63 and the City of Winter Garden hosted a Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park to honor the city’s fallen servicemembers. The event was led by David Kassander, Commander of American Legion Post 63, and commemorated those who gave their lives...

05/27/2026

https://www.orangeobserver.com/news/2026/may/25/photos-winter-garden-memorial-day-2026/

Winter Garden honored the nation's fallen heroes at Veterans Memorial Park Monday, May 25.

05/25/2026

05/14/2026

https://www.wgal63.org/post/school-awards

American Legion Post 63 proudly recognized outstanding JROTC cadets from several local high schools for their achievements in academics, leadership, and military excellence. This year, the following cadets received the Scholastic Award: • Cadet Gabrielle Baez, Apopka High School • Cadet Ethan Q....

05/12/2026

https://www.wgal63.org/post/honoring-richard-bishop-post-63-honor-guard-pays-tribute-to-a-fellow-veteran

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Honor Guard of American Legion Post 63 proudly participated in a memorial service honoring local Winter Garden resident and U.S. Army Veteran Richard Bishop, age 74. As part of this solemn tribute, members of the Honor Guard performed a ceremonial flag folding to rec...

04/21/2026

https://www.wgal63.org/post/post-63-honors-local-winter-garden-first-responders

The American Legion Post 63 proudly hosted its First Responder of the Year Awards on April 9, 2026, bringing the community together to recognize the extraordinary service and dedication of local heroes. Held at Post 63, located at 271 W. Plant St. in Winter Garden, the event was open to the public a...

04/09/2026

https://www.wgal63.org/post/national-commander-dan-k-wiley-visits-post-63

The American Legion Post 63 in Winter Garden, Florida, had the distinct honor of hosting National Commander Dan Wiley on Saturday, January 31st—an occasion made even more special by the rarity of such visits. As the National Commander travels to each region of the country only once every six years...

04/07/2026

Join us at American Legion Post 63 this Thursday, April 9th, at 7:00 PM as we proudly recognize our community’s heroes during a special awards presentation. We will be honoring:

• Law Enforcement Officer of the Year – Officer Bryce Riley (Winter Garden Police Department)

• Paramedic of the Year – Robert Rakestraw (Winter Garden Fire Rescue)

• Firefighter of the Year – Avery Wynn (Winter Garden Fire Rescue)

The event will be held at Post 63 (271 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, FL 34787) and is open to the public. Come out and help us celebrate the dedication and service of these outstanding individuals!