American Legion Post planning solemn flag disposal ceremony

RAYNE - Plans were announced during the October meeting of Arceneaux Post 77, American Legion, of a number of upcoming events and programs to be held at the Legion Home in the coming months.
Commander David Simon introduced guest and veteran Michael Pastor who discussed a special flag disposal ceremony to be held at the American Legion Home on Tuesday, Nov. 7, in observance of Veterans Day.
The program will begin at 6 p.m., just prior to the 7 p.m. regular monthly meeting of Post 77. Pastor will lead the program, assisted by local Boys Scouts.
The public is invited to attend.
Concerning Veterans Day, the annual Veterans Day Program in Crowley will be held Sunday, Nov. 5, at the Rice Theater beginning at 1:30 p.m., hosted by the Crowley Legion Post 15.
Another special event in the coming weeks includes a National RV Convention Oct. 25-29 as members of the Smart Military Travel Club will host a flag disposal ceremony at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 26, at the Frog Festival Pavilion.
The group also will host the 156th Army Band on Oct. 29 for a 3 p.m. concert.
The public is invited to attend both events.
Special guest, 7th District Vice Commander Frank Richard of Post 225 in Church Point, spoke to the members of dues and new members. In addition, he announced the District Fall Conference would be held Sunday, Oct. 15, in Church Point.
By-laws updates were planned to made during the meeting.
Acknowledged was Chairman Larry Guidry for his leadership and dedication towards the Rayne Veterans Park as completion is on the horizon. Engraved veteran bricks have been installed, one of many aspects of the new city addition located at Gossen Memorial Park.
Dirt work has been completed with landscaping planned soon. Another order of engraved bricks will be placed soon with anyone wanting to order a brick urged to contact City Hall at 334-3121 as soon as possible.
For the membership report, Ray Olinger announced Lorraine Shelton-Gaines would assume the chairmanship. He also urged all legionnaires to pay their dues as the new collection year has already begun.
Commander Simon reported of the recently held weekend musical entertainment held at the Legion Home, including a number of other upcoming events.
Following the maintenance report including projects and repairs recently completed at the Legion Home, Commander Simon announced the bar air conditioner had been replaced and that Chairman Robert Comeaux had repaired a part of the floor in the bar.
It was announced the “happy hour” price of beer has increased to $1.25 due to an increase by the bar’s supplier. Other changes were also noted on the bar’s posted sign.
It was also announced that work continues on the Constitution By-Laws with an update to come soon.
Members were asked to attend the opening ceremonies of the Germanfest in Roberts Cove and participate in the presenting of the Colors.
With no further business to come before the Post, the meeting was concluded and a delicious meal was served by Legion Chef John Quebodeaux and cooks.