Cheryl Lyngen opened the American Legion Auxiliary meeting at 8:00 on October 6 and Chaplain, Sue, led us in prayer. All officers were present. The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were both given and approved by the group.
Membership is now at 130 with a goal of 188. Diane reported that 5 cards were sent.
The district newsletter from Noel Bonjour was read by the secretary and it was noted that the fall district meeting will be at the Military Alliance Building in Sioux Falls on October 22. All are encouraged to attend.
There was a motion made by Kathy and seconded by Liz to pay the bill for the dictionaries. They will be presented to local elementary students soon.
Cheryl reported that Nancy Grandy has created a great local post newsletter for all to read. Bingo will be held at Palisade Healthcare on September 12. There is a large turn-out for that and volunteers are needed.
Make a Difference Day is being recognized and we will be assembling variety baskets for local people at our November meeting.
There was a motion to donate $300.00 to the Sioux Falls V.A. for the Christmas Gift Shop. The motion was made by Sue and seconded by Linda.
It was announced by Sue that the Vets Center in Sioux Falls is accepting winter clothes donations.
Sue closed the meeting with prayer and Cheryl won the door prize.
-Ethel Kurtz, Secretary
