CONTACT! Volume 6 Number 2 February 2017

www.kanatabr638.ca

President’s Report

On January 21, 2017, the Kanata Legion held a very successful 24th annual Robbie Burns celebration! Congratulations to Amanda Robbins, Event Coordinator, and the Ways and Means Committee on a job well done! A very special thank-you to all those who volunteered, participated and/or attended to help make the evening the success it was. Comrade Dan Knighton, 1st Vice President, and I had the privilege of presenting awards to Kanata students at the Kanata Legion’s annual Youth Education Posters, Poems and Essays Awards Presentations, held January 22, 2017. Comrade Brenda Grant, Youth Education Chair, did an excellent job coordinating and organizing both the competition and the awards presentations. Students and parents were very appreciative of the opportunity the Kanata Legion offers for the youth and of the awards ceremony and presentations. Thank you very much, Brenda! The annual Valentine Charity dinner, live auction and dance was held February 11, 2017, raising funds for our local veterans’ emergency fund. Many thanks to all who supported this very successful event and good cause, particularly the volunteers! To celebrate Family Day, Monday, February 20, 2017, the Ladies’ Auxiliary is hosting a BBQ, with face painting, finger nail painting available, plus games and a movie! A great way to showcase the Kanata Legion and Ladies’ Auxiliary in the community with families, particularly and at the same time fundraise for Operation Christmas Spirit, a non-profit organization assisting families in need especially at Christmas time. For those who may be interested, the Kanata Legion will be hosting the annual Zone G6 Youth Education Public Speaking competition on Saturday, March 4, 2017, 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome! A key component of the Royal Canadian Legion’s Youth Education program is public speaking, open to students from Grades 1 to 12. Winners from the Zone G6’s eight legions compete at the Zone level on this day! It is truly amazing how well the youth do in public speaking! For your information, the Kanata legion is presently in the process of recovering its shares and paying out promissory

notes. Please refer to the notice further in this newsletter. In celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary and their continued support of the Kanata Legion, the Kanata Kozy Quilters will be donating a beautiful “Canadian” quilt to the Kanata Legion for a ticket raffle to raise funds for our veterans. Tickets will be going on sale near the end of February at $5 each with the lucky ticket drawn at the President’s Canada Day BBQ on July 1 at 1:50 p.m. I ask for everyone’s support in selling the full complement of 500 tickets. Tickets will be available soon! A reminder to all Kanata Legion members: The annual elections will be held at the April general meeting on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, 7:30 p.m. As a member in good standing it is important to come out to vote, if you can. As well, it is time to start considering who your new executive will be and/or if you might be interested in being on the executive. Nominations can be done in advance by completing and signing a nomination form or from the floor during the elections. I am pleased to inform you, comrade Gord McCaskill has agreed to Chair the Nomination Committee. Nomination forms will be available early March accompanied by a list of executive positions. To learn more, please do not hesitate to contact me, comrade Gord or any of the executive. This is the opportune time to invest in the future of your Kanata Legion! Respectfully submitted, Lorraine Lapensée

From the First Vice … maybe next month .

From the Sports Desk Sorry, comrades, for not having a report last month for CONTACT! January has been a busy month for sports. I would like to thank our cribbage players for representing

our branch on January 7 at Zone Cribbage: Dan Knighton Morley Connell Tony Bifolchi Margie Bifolchi On January 14, Kanata Branch sent a team to Zone Darts: Garth Lee Tara Jackson Lee Bruce McBride Rob Padget

Congratulations to the team, as they came in 2nd place. Also, comrade Garth Lee came in 3rd place in single darts. They headed off to Kingston for District Darts on February 4. Comrade Dave Waddell replaced comrade Garth Lee at District Darts, as he had another commitment.

We are hosting Zone Euchre on February 18. We would like to have more teams. So far, we have Dan Knighton, Bruce McBride, Garth Lee and Tara Jackson Lee On January 22, I represented Kanata Branch at the Ottawa Senators hockey game for the Salute to a Veteran. We will be getting more such requests. The dart league is doing very well, and euchre is also doing well. Come out and have some fun and meet new people. Mixed Darts on Thursday night. Euchre on Tuesday Yours in sportsmanship, Garth Lee CD Sports Officer RCL Kanata Branch 638

From the Second Vice

Gaming

January Bingo Event Report Bingo events conducted: 4 Total attendance: 145 (average 36 per Bingo) Total Deposit to Bingo Trust: $1,989.00 Expenses

Rent Paid to Branch $663.65 License Fee $192.00 Paper Cost $1/attendee $145.00 Total Expenses $1, 000.65

Revenue after Expenses $ 988.35 - 20% for Ops & Mntce $197.67

- 80% Donation Fund $790.68

Catch the Ace Club The Catch the Ace Club is a club where members and outsiders can pay in advance for tickets in subsequent draws. The Catch the Ace Committee can receive funds from individuals to hold in trust. The Committee meets during the week and processes the Club tickets for that week. Copies of the ticket and balances are recorded. Anyone interested, please contact: Brenda Grant, Clay Wheaton, Mary-Jo Gauthier, Dan Knighton or Moira Green to set up an account.

Catch the Ace Event Report #5

Catch the Ace Draws conducted: 4 (draws 17-20) Total Deposit to CATCH THE ACE: $1,910 Expenses Rent Paid to Branch $131.00 License Fee $ 60.00 Total Expenses $191.00 Revenue after Expenses $784.00 - Ops. & Mntce (20%) $152.80 - Donation Fund (80%) $611.20 $790.68 + $611.20 = $1,401.88 Monies generated from Bingo and Catch the Ace going to the Legion for the month of January for Rent and Operations is $1,145.12

General Trust Fund Administration This group meets once a month to distribute funds generated through the Gaming Program. Once approved by the Executive, the funds are then distributed. Donations (once approved) for February, based on funds raised in January, are $2,000. Each of the following organizations will receive $500:

• Alzheimer’s Society • Canadian Disabled Veterans Skiing Program • MS Society Ottawa • Service Dog Support Program

Brenda Grant 2nd Vice

Volunteers Wanted … … to help sell Catch the Ace tickets at legion events and at Friday’s Fish & Chips.

It is better and more fun working in pairs, one to distribute and collect the tickets for the drum and one to control the money. The task is to record the first ticket sold and at the end of the sales record the first ticket on the roll for next time. Count your cash, which should match your sales, and you are done!

People who are interested in helping, please contact Brenda Grant or Clay Wheaton 613-832-4127 (H) 613-592-5417 (H) 613-863-4051 (cell) 613-301-2651 (cell) pipergrant5@gmail.com

From the Poppy Campaign Chair

Veteran's Comforts

Amazing job headed by Sue McLean. Congratulations, Sue, on taking over this long overdue veteran's assignment. I am very pleased indeed to see our legion recognize so many deserving veterans and members. This is what we are mandated to do. As part of this group tasked to visit, I can assure everyone that this is a very worthwhile endeavour and I look forward to its continuance this year. Thank you, Sue!

Vimy Ridge Commemoration Dinner Saturday, April 8, 2017. Yes, it will cost $50 per person!

Is your legion worth that to honour the fallen on that momentous day in Canadian history? I hope so. Enjoy a knowledgeable speaker, a great meal and the simple fact that YOU have taken the time to do so.

Tickets on sale soon. Please take a poster (see page 8) and spread the word. Yours in service (from Jamaica), Moira

From the Veterans Service Officer

What does the Service Officer do? We are the first link in the chain to assist with any problems you may have. Primarily, problems that are related to your service to our country, but we can also help you find resources for other questions. These include disability benefits, and the Veterans Independence Plan, among others. You may not be aware that you are eligible for benefits. Give the VSO a call to find out.

Dates to mark on the calendar! Friday, May 12, 2017

The Provincial Service Officer will be at RCL Kanata Branch 638 to answer any questions you have. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. To reserve an appointment and time, please contact Sue at 613-271-1038, or smclean@deadsquid.com. Tuesday, June 6, 2017

RCL Kanata Branch 638 will be hosting our annual Veterans Lunch. Details to follow. Yours in service, Sue McLean 613-271-1038 smclean@deadsquid.com

From the Sergeant-at-Arms The Colour Party participated in the opening ceremony at the Canadian Tire Centre on February 11, Senators vs the Islanders. Thanks to those who participated and others who offered. Our next CP request is for Saturday morning, March 4, for a Public Speaking event at the branch. The CP would only be required for the opening ceremony in the morning, more info to come. Just a heads-up, the Lions Club has requested our CP for June 10 at 1:30pm to help celebrate Canada’s 150th. It will be a short walk from the Jack Charron Arena to the Dick Brule Community Centre just down the road. Again, more info to come later. One of my secondary duties is looking after our legion’s turn to go to two events at the Perley Rideau Veterans Heath Centre, namely the Bingo/Birthday and Pub Night. I would like to thank the following for volunteering that made these two events a success: Brenda Grant, Joseph and JoAnne de Lepper, Rick Keindel, Sue McLean, Bill Molnar, Amy Connell, Dan Knighton, Bruce and Margaret Judge and Mo Aller. It is our country’s 150th anniversary, so we are expecting a few more events that the CP will be requested to participate in. If you are interested in becoming a CP member, let me know. J.R. Thomson Sgt-at-Arms 613-831-8221 613-992-0401 (Tues to Fri, 7am to 3pm) dieseljohn@rogers.com

From the Membership Desk

Membership Renewals If you haven’t renewed by now, you are no longer considered a member in good standing. You can still renew, but don’t delay! Renewals are $60. You can also pre-pay for additional years if you wish. Payment can be made by:

Cash Cheque made payable to RCL Kanata Br. 638 Debit/Credit machine at the bar

There are still a lot of cards awaiting pickup at the bar. If you are unable to come in, or have someone pick up your card for you, please contact me, and I will mail it to you.

Changes to Your Contact Information Our goal is to maintain and improve communication between our members and the legion throughout the year, not only at renewal time.

If you have moved, or changed your phone number or email address, please let me know. You can contact me at membershipbr638@gmail.com or 613-884-7957 (telephone or text). You can also contact the branch at rclbr638@gmail.com or 613-591-5570. Yours in comradeship, Jo Anne de Lepper

From the Branch Secretary Hello, comrades, Our next general meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 15, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. Best, Amanda Robbins

From the Ladies’ Auxiliary I wish to thank the approximately 50 people who came out to celebrate our first Family Day at the Kanata legion.

It was a great success, and we cleared over $200, which will be donated to Operation Christmas Spirit. Harvey's supplied burgers and hot dogs, Janet Lavern from The Colourful Chameleon was very busy with her glitter tattoos. You may see some pictures of Tattoos which appear in an upcoming CONTACT! or on our webpage. Angie Jacklin was painting fingernail. She was very busy; even some of our male legion members had at least one nail painted! We showed the movie the Secret Life of Pets with free popcorn. I would like to thank all of our volunteers.

Dan Knighton and Nancy Deterding for set up, take down and running of toss games and golf.

Garth Lee, Tara Jackson Lee, Suzanne St. John for food preparation.

Barb Smith, Suzanne St. John, Carole McCaskill for buffet table set up and/or servers

Susan Cooper for check-in table

Judy Homma, Angie Jacklin, Suzanne St. John, Lorraine Lapensée, Carole McCaskill for organizing, coordinating, miscellaneous

Amanda Robbins, Lorraine Lapensée, Angie Jacklin, Terry Jenkins, Brenda Grant – promotion

Mark Hunter – Bar tender

Yours in service, Carole McCaskill L.A. President

Youth Education Report The Awards Ceremony took place January 22 at 4:30 pm. Approximately 130 people attended. Thank-you, Moira Green for picture taking. There were many proud parents, family, friends and teachers in attendance and to say the least lots of photo opportunities. This year 13 schools participated, up from 10 last year with 365 entries. Many thanks go to the following: • President, Lorraine Lapensée, and 1st Vice President,

Dan Knighton, for presenting the awards • The Colour Party: Sergeant-at-Arms Bob Thomson, Dan

Knighton, George Pollock, Art Cornelisse, Joan Walters, Sue McLean and Bruce Judge.

• The Judges: Artwork -Moira Green, Mark Hunter; Literary – Gaetan Pierre Chartier, Yves Grimard, Helen McKiernan, Carole Piercy, Mark Hunter and Dan Knighton.

• Refreshments: Sue McLean. The group of winners have represented Kanata Legion very well. • Of the 14 possible categories, 11 categories were represented and the entries were sent to ZONE • Of those 11 entries, 5 placed in the top 3 and 3 of these were then sent to the DISTRICT level. • Two of these placed 1st and have gone on to the PROVINCIAL Competition. We have yet to hear any further information I would like to thank all who made the contest a success, with a special thanks to the Staff and Students who participated.

Black & White Poster by GRACE GAO, Gr. 9 - Colonel By Secondary School 1st place Branch, Zone, District and sent to Provincial Competition for judging

Senior Essay: Sofia Sudo, Gr.11 - Earl of March Secondary School; 1st place Branch, Zone, District and sent to Provincial Competition for judging

In our history class, we were to write a letter from a soldier from the Western Front. I chose Private Arthur Carl Plet from Ottawa, enlisted on the 22nd of September 1914, at the age of 19. He had two brothers and four sisters. I felt strangely close to him – I am also from a big family, and I have a little brother named Arthur.

This is the letter I thought Private Arthur Carl Plet could have written.

25th of April, 1915

Dear Mother and Father,

I know I haven’t written to you in the

past few weeks, and I apologize for the delay. I

hope you and the others are faring well. I am

afraid I can’t say so for myself, even if I am in a

much better shape than some poor lads in my

unit. But pray do not worry, for I consider

myself lucky to be here at all.

As I mentioned in my last letter, we sailed

out to France and arrived at Armentières in

February. Most of the days we spent digging

the trenches; a tiring and boring job really, in

my opinion, yet necessary for our safety. Later

on, we were ordered to Ypres, Belgium. Sadly,

nothing could prepare me for what was

awaiting us there….. The battlefield was a

ghastly site; nearly all trees had been destroyed,

half sunken bodies lying in the muck, barbed

wire, the grey soil that was stretching on for

miles. It was nearly impossible to walk. Rain

and constant bombardment made the soil of

the battlefield like something of a swamp. And

with the Huns taking a higher ground, we were

easy targets. As the time went by, there were

more and more landowners, yet less and less

time to bury them. Some would lie in the

trenches, some would be only half buried,

rotting and oh the stench. Images of rats

crawling over the dead still haunt me in my

dreams…..

And on the 22nd of April came a

horrifying day that began this battle with a

frightful start. I was in the dugout, hiding

from the bombardment when the gas came. I

could hear the bombs cut through the air, and I

could feel the tremor only seconds later, as they

hit the ground with great explosions. But then

suddenly everything went silent. Peter was the

one who saw it first. Peter Cunningham, a

gunner by rank, was the lad I happened to get

Unfortunately, Private Arthur Carl Plet could not have written home to his family on the 25th of April. He died on the 22nd of April, 1915, on the day of the first gas attack in history. This fateful day was his very first battle, and also his last. When I realized that, I felt sad. I felt sorry for Arthur and I felt sorry for his parents. How awful it must have been for them to wait for a letter from their son. They waited for him to tell them that he was fine, that he was alive. They waited for a letter that never came. [Sofia Sudo, Gr.11]

Respectfully submitted, Brenda Grant Youth Education Chair

Canada at Vimy Ridge Throughout contemporary military history, Canada’s name, Canadian war heroes and Canadian contributions have been sadly neglected. This, in site of the fact that Canadian efforts have been out of all proportion to our relatively small population. We have been consistently neglected or lumped in under British or Allied forces, with our more powerful allies getting most of the credit. One exception to this “oversight” is the Canadian victory at Vimy Ridge, forever immortalized by those twin majestic spires on land perpetually dedicated to Canada. April 2017 is the 100th anniversary of this momentous event. To this end, starting with the January and follow-ing two issues of “CONTACT!” the highlights of this epic battle will be presented. Most material is taken from internet sites, including Government sources, and work by military historian Tim Cook. The human destruction of the Great War was on a scale never before witnessed in human history. Blood, bones, brains and torsos were scattered in a sea of mud, most never to be found or identified, simply remembered as “A soldier of the Great War, known only to God.” So many Canadian husbands, sons, fathers, brothers, etc., are included in this lost assemblage, giving their lives on foreign soil, so far from their peaceful home and native land. “Let us never forget.” Garry R. Fancy

suddenly everything went silent. Peter was the

one who saw it first. Peter Cunningham, a

gunner by rank, was the lad I happened to get

to know on the ship that took me to France.

Well, anyway, he was the one to call us out

from the dugout to see something strange. I

and a few others came out and saw it creep

down the hill. A big heavy green cloud

stretched for miles across the No Man’s Land. I

have never seen something so frightening. And

just our luck – the Germans had a favourable

wind for such an attack. It pushed the cloud

right towards the division to our left. That is

when we heard the screams – the French-

Algerian division was fleeing. As the rest of the

soldiers from the dugout came out, an officer

ran in and yelled for us to move to the French-

Algerian trenches to block the gap that was

made when they fled. Apparently, the Huns

were advancing from behind the cloud. I wish I

could say that I was ready to fight, but I can’t.

I was scared. I could not even move for a

minute as Peter and I watched the cloud begin

to show its nature. Men would fall to the

ground choking as if there was no air for them

to breathe. And then, they would just die…..

Later, I found out what that poisonous gas

really did. It burned the throat and made the

lungs fill up with foam, quickly suffocating the

poor wretch. Back then though, I had no idea

what was happening. I don’t even remember

how I got to the trenches.

The good thing is, at hospital I have time

to write you. I do hope this letter reaches you.

Pray do not worry about me and look after

yourselves.

With love,

Arthur

CONTACT! is published monthly by RCL Branch 638 in Kanata, Ontario. The views expressed in this

newsletter are those of the contributors or the editor, and not necessarily those of the Royal Canadian Legion

or Branch 638. Visit our website www.kanatabr638.ca for a wealth of

additional information. CONTACT! is edited by Lorraine Elmas

lorraine_elmas@yahoo.ca

Vimy - The Battle The Canadian infantry was well supported when it went into battle with over 1,000 artillery pieces laying down withering, supportive fire. Attacking together for the first time, the four Canadian divisions stormed the ridge at 5:30 am on April 9 (Easter Monday) 1917. More than 15,000 Canadian infantry overran the Germans all along the front. Incredible bravery and discipline allowed the infantry to continue moving forward under heavy fire, even when their officers were killed. CWM19920085-479 Taking Vimy Ridge, advancing with tank over no mans land 01575 There were countless acts of sacrifice, as Canadians single-handedly charged machine-gun nests or forced the surrender of Germans in protective dugouts. Hill 145, the highest and most important feature of the Ridge, and where the Vimy monument now stands, was captured in a frontal bayonet charge against machine-gun positions. Three more days of costly battle delivered final victory. Early in the morning of April 9, 1917, 20,000 soldiers attacked in the first wave of fighting. By that afternoon, the two front lines had been taken by the Canadian Corps. By April 12, the entire ridge was under Allied control. When Hill 145, the highest feature on the ridge, fell, the operation was considered to be a resounding success. The ridge remained in Allied hands for the duration of the war.

The Battle of Vimy Ridge a painting by Richard Jack Canadian War Museum The Taking of Vimy Ridge Easter Monday 1917

REDEMPTION OF SHARES /PROMISSORY NOTES NOTICE TO ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, BRANCH #638 – KANATA SHAREHOLDERS AND PROMISSORY NOTE HOLDERS.

In accordance to Royal Canadian Legion regulations, Kanata Branch #638 – 70 Hines Road, Kanata, Ontario is recovering its shares and paying out promissory notes. All shares and promissory notes must be redeemed by April 30, 2017, or will no longer be valid. Original share or promissory note must be presented. For further information, please contact:

George Pollock Treasurer

613-591-5570

Ways and Means Committee (WAM)

In the Immortal Memory of Scottish poet Robbie Burns… … the Kanata Legion hosted its 24th annual Robbie Burns celebration tradition on Saturday, January 21, 2017. A turnout of approximately 65 guests came out to celebrate the anniversary of the world-famous poet’s birth. Guests with Scottish last names, sounds of Scottish brogue, tartans, kilts and bagpipes filled the hall!

The celebration commenced with the piping in of the head table guests by piper, John Hogg. This year’s program involved some new participants: Amanda Robbins, Emcee, Scott Reid, Address to the Haggis and Immortal Memory, Rev. Canon Dr. Bill Prentice, Selkirk Grace, Don Raven, Toast to the Lassies, Bev Connell, Toast to the Laddies as well as our yearly regular key participants, Margaret Anthony, Songs of Robbie Burns and Moira Green, Poetry of Robbie Burns.

New cooks, Connie Cormier and Rosalyn Wing, prepared an excellent meal including cock-a-leekie soup served with bruschetta, haggis, neeps and tatties, roastit Stirk with a sauce, a variety of homemade pies including butterscotch and homemade shortbread cookies. A BIG THANK-YOU to all those who attended. Your support plays a key part towards the success of the Robbie Burns celebration! The Ways and Means Committee hopes that each of you enjoyed the evening!

Special thanks to the following very talented key participants who helped make the evening an excellent tradition of Robbie Burns celebration

Brenda Grant parade of the haggis, piping interlude, piping out the head table; and Strip the Willow & Gay Gordon Dance Lessons rehearsal, but unfortunately, due to a longer than expected program it was necessary to omit the dance lessons and quiz;

John Hogg piping in the head table; piping interlude, Dram Steward;

Scott Reid for the Address to the Haggis and the Immortal Memory;

Margaret Anthony for the Songs of Robbie Burns accompanied by Kim & Martin David;

Moira Green for the poetry of Robbie Burns accompanied by Nancy Eadie;

Heather Macdonald for the Highland Fling dance demonstration; introduction and history presented by Audrey;

Highland Mist Pipe Band

Special thanks also to our volunteers:

Amanda Robbins, Lorraine Lapensée – poster, ticket and program production

Terry Jenkins, Angie Jacklin, Brenda Grant, Amanda Robbins, Lorraine Lapensée -- event promotion;

Lorraine Lapensée, Amanda Robbins – quiz preparation

Various bar tenders for selling the tickets

Table setters – Jackie Terris, Nicole MacLaren, Ricky MacLaren

Judy Homma and Suzanne St. John -ticket takers

Mary-Jo Gauthier, Gord McCaskill, Lynn McPherson - bar tenders on duty

Bob Thomson and John Thomson – hall set up and clean up

Judy Homma, Lynn McPherson, Dave McPherson – decorations

Connie Cormier, Ros Wing - cooks

Dan Knighton – assistant cook, kitchen co-ordinator

Judy Homma, Terry Homma, Angie Jacklin, Bill Molnar, Suzanne St. John- servers/clearers

Margaret Judge, Lynn McPherson, June Tyrrell – assistance where needed

Denis Pelletier, George Pollock – dishwashers

Dave McPherson – assisting the bar tenders and miscellaneous

Joseph de Lepper – photographer

Amanda Robbins, Emcee and co-event coordinator

Lorraine Lapensée for welcome and the Toast to the Piper, co-event coordinator

Dave McPherson as the Haggis Bearer, distribution of Scottish Whiskey

Bruce Judge, The Loyal Toast;

Don Raven for the Toast to the Lassies;

Bev Connell for the Toast to the Laddies.

Annual Valentine Charity Event Fundraiser! The third annual charity Valentine event was held on February 11, 2017, to raise funds for the Local Veterans Emergency Fund! Approximately 65 guests enjoyed a delicious Greek dinner including Greek salad, chicken souvlaki, roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, tzatziki dip, baklava. Auctioneer, Patrick Smith, masterminded the live auction of 66 items resulting in a total of over $1,602 raised! Guests danced the remainder of the evening to 60’s, 70’s music by the Snap, Crackle, Pop live band! A very enjoyable evening!

A VERY BIG SPECIAL THANKS to the Ladies’ Auxiliary for donating items collected in the past to this year’s Valentine Charity Auction and for the supreme support coordinating the auction, headed by Judy Homma!

Thank you! The auction was the success it was because of the variety of items donated and, of course, those who bid in the auction. Thank you! Volunteers to thank for the success of this event: Amanda Robbins and Lorraine Lapensée – ticket and poster

production

Amanda Robbins, Lorraine Lapensée, Terry Jenkins, Brenda Grant, Angie Jacklin – event promotion

Judy Homma, Bev Connell, Angie Jacklin, Suzanne St. John, June Tyrrell, Lorraine Lapensée - live auction set up

Judy Homma, June Tyrrell – decorations

Tara Jackson Lee, Mark Hunter – bar tenders

Variety of bar tenders – selling tickets

Bob and John Thomson, Barry Briggs – hall set up & clean up

Barry Briggs, June Tyrrell – table setters

Lydia and Garry Fancy – ticket takers

Suzanne St. John - bidder numbers and registration

Suzanne St. John and Amanda Robbins – auction cashiers

Lynn McPherson - coffee and tea

Terry Homma, Lynn McPherson, Suzanne St. John, Angie Jacklin – servers/ clearers

Dan Knighton, Terry Homma - dishwashers

Lorraine Lapensée – recorder of successful bidders

Amanda Robbins, Lorraine Lapensée - event coordinators

Judy Homma -live auction coordinator

Adrianus Cornelisse, Bruce Judge, Amanda Robbins, Suzanne St. John, Sandra - our Vanda Whites, showing the auction items to the audience

Amanda Robbins - emcee

Kanata Legion & Ladies’ Auxiliary Weekly Ongoing Activities & Upcoming Events & Meetings

Be sure to mark these important dates on your calendar!

Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat

Bingo 12:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Lounge is Open 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Drop in for a visit!

Euchre 7:00 p.m.

Coffee Club Coffee/Tea/Snacks

Comradeship 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Darts 7 00 p.m.

Fish ‘N Chips Soup is on the menu Ladies’ Auxiliary’s Book/DVD/CD Sale

11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Catch the Ace lottery

draw, 1:00 p.m.

Lounge is open

1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Drop in for a visit!

Date & Times Event / Meeting Details Fee

Cut Off Date for Tickets or Sign Up

Wed., Mar. 1 7:30 p.m.

Ladies’ Auxiliary’s General Meeting

Ladies - new members are always welcome! For more information, please

contact Judy at 613-592-9627

N/A N/A

Sat., Mar. 4 9:30 a.m. – 3:30

p.m.

Zone G6 Youth Education Public Speaking Contest

Children and youth, Grades 1-12 compete in public speaking; Everyone is

welcome to come out to hear the students’ presentations!

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Wed., Mar. 15 7:30 p.m.

Kanata Legion’s General Meeting

All legion members are encouraged to attend to learn more about your legion, provide input and/or vote on decisions.

N/A N/A

Sat., Mar. 18 5:00 p.m. Reception

Dinner 6:00 p.m.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Dance

Dinner – Irish Stew, Corned Beef & Cabbage

Dance – music by the International Set Band – Spot Dances

$20/person Get your tickets by Wednesday, March

15

Wed, Apr. 1 7:30 p.m.

Ladies’ Auxiliary’s General Meeting

Ladies - new members are always welcome! For more information, please

contact Judy at 613-592-9627

N/A N/A

Sat., April 8, 5:30 p.m. reception

6:15 p.m. dinner

Vimy Ridge GALA – 100th Anniversary

Celebration & Commemoration of the Battle of Vimy

Ridge

Menu: Beef or Salmon Wellington Guest Speaker: Commodore (retd)

Robert Hamilton, 1st Vice President, Friends of the Canadian War Museum

Music: Governor General’s Foot Guards Jazz Combo

Dress: Black Tie/ Business Suit Proceeds to the Poppy Trust Fund

$50/person Reserve by April 1, 2017

For details: 613-591-5570 or

www.kanatabr638.ca

Wed., April 19 7:30 p.m.

Kanata Legion’s General Meeting

ANNUAL ELECTIONS OF NEW EXECUTIVE! All Kanata Legion members

in good standing are encouraged to come out to vote!

Plus, regular business.

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Fri., April 28 Pot Luck Supper & a Movie!

TBA TBA TBA

Wed., May 3 7:30 p.m.

Ladies’ Auxiliary’s General Meeting

Ladies - new members are always welcome! For more information, please

contact Judy at 613-592-9627

N/A N/A

Fri., May 12

8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Visit from the Provincial Service

Officer

The PSO will be at RCL Kanata Branch 638 to answer any questions you have. To reserve an appointment and time, please contact Sue at 613-271-1038, or smclean@deadsquid.com.

N/A Contact Sue McLean

Sat., May 13 Early afternoon

Time TBA

High Tea & Fashion Show

TBA TBA TBA

Wed., May 17 7:30 p.m.

Kanata Legion’s General Meeting

All legion members are encouraged to attend to learn more about your legion, provide input and/or vote on decisions.

N/A N/A

Sun., May 28 4:30 p.m./5:00

p.m.

Annual L.A. & Kanata Legion

Honours & Awards Dinner &

Presentations

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