American Legion Madera Post 131

Welcome to Award Winning American Legion Madera Post 131!

Rest in Peace - Charlie Craig passed away on Saturday, Aug 21, 2010...He will be missed and our sincerest condolences to Geana and the rest of his family. Memorial Service to be held Sat, Sep 25 at the Post at 11:00 am.

NEED Volunteers for White Elephant Parade "Beer Garden" Go to Our VOLUNTEER Program webpage for details!

Post 131 Membership is Growing...OVER 500 members strong! Renew your American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, or Sons of the American Legion Membership for 2011 Now with our Early Bird Membership Program (Click here for Details!).

Current Newsletter - Click Here to read the newest Post 131 newsletter, The Madera Monitor
Madera Post 131 membership has steadily increased since we first opened our doors in June 2009. Are you a member? If not, CLICK Here to jump to the Membership Page on how you can join the fastest growing Post in AZ!
HONOR FLIGHTS - The Honor Flight program’s goal is to fly WWII veterans to Washington, D. C. to visit their memorial. All expenses are paid. An Honor Flight representative will be a guest at our September 15 membership meeting to explain the program. If you know of a WWII vet who may not be a Post member, consider inviting him or her to our meeting as your guest. So far only six Green Valley vets have made the trip.We believe there are only four WWII vets who are Post 131 members. If our list of WWII members is not accurate, please let us know. Those who we know of are:Bob Berry, Ray Greeley, Charlie Craig and Jerry Pulliam. Charlie is in the UMC hospice at this time. The country loses about 1,000 of these vets every day.
NEW NEW NEW!! Post 131 T-Shirts Available in L, XL, XXL and cost is $15.00. The Shirts are being sold through the office only. Office hours are normally 9:00 AM to Noon, Monday thru Friday. CLICK Here to See the NEW T-Shirts.

CAN YOU help the Post as a Volunteer? See the Volunteer of the Month

White Elephant Parade Beer Garden - Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 29 thru 31 October, Post 131 plans to operate a Beer garden in our parking lot, much like we did last year. Planned hours are 10 am to 5 pm each day. We'll have beer, sodas, and water, as well as barbecued brats and hotdogs. Prices to be announced. CLICK HERE for Details on how YOU can Help!
Veterans Day Event Planning - Volunteers Needed to Plan/Help with Veterans Day Event. Contact Joe Pierce to get involved: jjatdoublej@aol.com
Volunteers are the "lifeblood" of any Service Organization. Post 131 would NOT enjoy the success it has today without the untiring efforts of many, many members working behind the scenes to "Make it Happen".
Post 131 Volunteer Coordinator - Post 131 Executive Board Member, Gary Nelson has taken on the responsibility as the Post 131 Volunteer Coordinator. Please let Gary know how you can add your skills and available time to the team effort via email: volunteers@post131.org or face to face when you're at the Post. From bartending, cooking, hall setup, maintenance, cleaning, special events, etc, etc. You won't regret it as you become part of the Post 131 "Volunteer Family". CLICK Here for more info.

Do you need help with Veterans Benefits or Claims??

Jeff Olson, our new Service Officer, is available to assist all veterans with their questions and to file for benefits. Please contact him at 520-207-9223 or at the Post 520-398-6245 to schedule an appointment. His email is: serviceofficer@post131.org

Lots and Lots of Activities and Kitchen Events Happening at Madera Post 131

Hamburger Night - OPEN To the Public!! (Only American Legion members or their Guests can purchase alcohol). EVERY Monday from 5 - 7 pm. ONLY $5 for 1/3 lb Burger with French Fries, cheese, tomato, pickle, onion (raw or grilled). NEW "Legion Size" Burger is a double burger for only $7.00 NEW Add roasted Green Chilis or Crispy Bacon to your burger for ONLY $1 more. Come early for a good seat and table.
"Rider" Breakfasts OPEN To the Public!! Breakfast is served by the Legion Riders from 8:00 am until 10:00 am on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month beginning in October for only $5.
Lunches - OPEN To the Public!! (Only American Legion members or their Guests can purchase alcohol). Starting Up Again on August 3, 2010...The Ladies Auxiliary will serve a lunch menu on Tues - Friday, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. Please check the calendar for the specific menu specials on that day. Menus are posted as soon as we get them.
Deli Sandwiches in the Bar - Hot Deli Sandwiches are available in the Lounge/Bar from 1:30 pm until closing on Tuesday thru Friday and ALL day on Saturday, Sunday and Mondays. See Bartender for sandwich choices and cost. Also, Saturdays in the Bar you can buy hot dogs for a $1.00...See Bartender for plate.
Summertime Dinners! OPEN To the Public!! (Only American Legion members or their Guests can purchase alcohol).
- The 2nd Saturday Dinner Event: From 5 - 7 pm on the 2nd Saturday in August (August 14th) and September (September 11th) we will feature a 1/2 Rack of Baby Back ribs, French Fries, Cole Slaw, and dessert for ONLY $10.
- The 4th Saturday Dinner Event: From 5 - 7 pm on the 4th Saturday in August (August 28th) and September (September 25th) we will feature our Certified Angus Beef Prime Rib for $13 or a 1/2 Chicken for $10. Dinner served with bread, potato, salad, and dessert.
- Tickets go On Sale the night of the previous dinner (about a month in advance). See Bartender for Cost and Seat Availability. Check Calendar for dates.
Karaoke Singing - EVERY Thursday from 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Dance lessons at 6 pm.
Music Listening and Dancing - EVERY Friday night from 6:00 - 9:00 pm by "Green Velvet".
Karaoke Singing - EVERY Sunday afternoon from 2:00 - 5:00 pm.

Military Wit and Wisdom Information - Just something to make you chuckle!!!