Building updates reported during Post 77 Legion meeting

RAYNE - The November monthly meeting of Arceneaux Post 77, American Legion, was held Tuesday, Nov. 5, at the local Legion Home, where Commander David Simon and legionnaires heard a number of reports and upcoming events.
Simon and Robert Comeaux gave a report of the building updates and repairs recently completed, including:
• new legion sign installed and electrical lighting connected;
• new front door canopy installed; and
•new screen installed on the barbecue house, along with minor repairs and clean-up of entire barbecue area.
Under the membership report, it was stated that 102 memberships were paid up as of the meeting, with Post 77 members urged to renew their annual dues.
The memorial report was given by Chairman Robert Comeaux including Danny Gaines who passed away on October 6.
A complete list of Veterans Day programs was announced with legionnaires invited to attend as many as possible to represent Post 77.
Simon announced the forms for the annual Legion awards (Sheriff, Policemen, Firemen, Teacher of Year) are now available online and will be distributed soon to local groups for local and area participation during the upcoming year.
The schedule for weekly musical entertainment at the Legion Home was announced by Simon, in addition to the progress of the veteran’s cemetery now being constructed at the War Veterans Home in Jennings.
The Commander also reminded the membership to visit the National website for a number of American Legion programs offered to veterans free of charge, including an accident death benefit.
Simon also reminded everyone that food and beverages are still available for purchase with an expanding menu at the Legion Home when entertainment is provided. Call 334-4774 to place your pick-up orders.
Also continuing at the Legion Home is Cadillac and Domino games between 4 p.m. until closing every Thursday.
“Thirsty Thursday” drink specials will also be available from 7 p.m. till. All domestic beers are $1.50 a bottle.
With no further business, the meeting was concluded and meal was served by the Legion cooks.