Tickets can be purchased at the Post for the Annual Lunar New Year Dinner.
Saturday January 14, 2012 Post Lunar New Years Eve Dinner
Grand Harmony Restaurant and Delight 28 Restaurant (6:00 pm)
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Post 1291 Thanksgiving and Christmas Parties 2011
Post Thanksgiving Party
Sunday November 20, 2011
1 to 3 pm at Post Auditorium
Post Christmas Party
Sunday December 18, 2011
1 to 3 pm at Post Auditorium
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Victory Party for National Commander Fang Wong
On November 11, 2011 (Veterans' Day), there was a Victory Party for our National Commander for the American Legion. Many attended this special event to celebrate the election of Fang Wong as National Commander. Lion Dance was performed by Master Antonio Chuy and students of the Praying Mantis Martial Arts Institute. Best wishes to our National Commander!!!
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Gardening Time
Gardening in Kim Lau Square!
Everyone is welcome to help us beautify our park!
We will be planting daffodils bulbs and other plants.
Tools & Gloves are available on a first COME, first PLANT basis.
Come early and plant! You get to keep your gloves.
10:00AM - 12:00PM Friday, November 18
Everyone is welcome to help us beautify our park!
We will be planting daffodils bulbs and other plants.
Tools & Gloves are available on a first COME, first PLANT basis.
Come early and plant! You get to keep your gloves.
Please let us know if you can attend by emailing:
Thank you.
Friends of Kim Lau Square
jvc1188@gmail.comPlanting on10:00AM - 12:00PM Friday, November 18
Monday, September 12, 2011
Tenth Anniversary of September 11th
Many gathered at the New York City Kimlau Square Park to attend the 2011 American Legion September 11th Remembrance Service conducted by the Lt. B. R. Kimlau Chinese Memorial Post 1291, Department of New York, last night. The Honorable Judge Randall Eng conducted the ceremony. "Striking the Four Five", Candlelight ceremony, Laying of the Memorial Wreath, Bell Tolls, and Ceremonial Rifle Volleys and "Taps" were conducted at this Remembrance Service. Many members of the Kimlau Post 1291 (the Legion, Auxiliary and the Sons) attended as well as many members of local associations and members of the Chinatown community. Many distinguished guests attended this ceremony and the following speakers gave remarks:
- Fang A. Wong, the American Legion Organization National Commander
- Kris Nelson, the American Legion Auxiliary National President
- Margaret Chin, NYC Council Member
- Grace Meng, NYS Assembly Member
- Peter Koo, NYC Council Member
- Sheldon Silver, Speaker of the NYS Assembly
- Daniel Squadron, NYS Senator
- Rosemary Yu, Assistant District Attorney, on behalf of the New York County District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr.
Thank you for all those who attended.
- Fang A. Wong, the American Legion Organization National Commander
- Kris Nelson, the American Legion Auxiliary National President
- Margaret Chin, NYC Council Member
- Grace Meng, NYS Assembly Member
- Peter Koo, NYC Council Member
- Sheldon Silver, Speaker of the NYS Assembly
- Daniel Squadron, NYS Senator
- Rosemary Yu, Assistant District Attorney, on behalf of the New York County District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr.
Thank you for all those who attended.
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Friday, September 2, 2011
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Monday, July 11, 2011
American Legion and New York Detachment sponsored scholarships
Dear Members,
According to the Sons of the American Legion Detachment of New York's Detachment Manual, there are 7 scholarships that are awarded annually. These are presented to graduating high school seniors and those attending college that are members of the Sons of the American Legion.
The Cerullo Memorial Scholarship - $500 Scholarship (four awarded annually)
The Lt. Michael L. Lewis, Jr Memorial Fund - $1000 Scholarship (two awarded annually)
William P. O'Connell Memorial Veterans Rehabilitation Scholarship - $1000 Scholarship (one awarded annually)
All interested SAL members should contact us for additional rules, eligibility requirements, application process, and each scholarship's due dates.
According to the Sons of the American Legion Detachment of New York's Detachment Manual, there are 7 scholarships that are awarded annually. These are presented to graduating high school seniors and those attending college that are members of the Sons of the American Legion.
The Cerullo Memorial Scholarship - $500 Scholarship (four awarded annually)
The Lt. Michael L. Lewis, Jr Memorial Fund - $1000 Scholarship (two awarded annually)
William P. O'Connell Memorial Veterans Rehabilitation Scholarship - $1000 Scholarship (one awarded annually)
All interested SAL members should contact us for additional rules, eligibility requirements, application process, and each scholarship's due dates.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Certifcate presented to SAL Squadron 1291
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Buy your tickets now for the American Legion Post 1291 picnic
Greetings all from your Commander!!!
I want to inform all members that the American Legion is having its annual picnic at Craigmeur Park, NJ on Saturday, July 23rd, 2011.
Ticket sale starts on Sunday, June 26th, 2011 (2 to 4pm) until Sunday July 10th, 2011 (2 to 4pm) at the Post, 191 Canal Street, third floor, New York, NY. There is a maximum of 5 tickets per family. The price per ticket is $10 for each bus rider and $5 per ticket for those who will be driving there on their own.
On the picnic day, July 23, 2011, the bus will leave from Chinatown, 191 Canal St, at 9am to go to the park. The bus will leave Craigmeur Park to return back to Chinatown at 5pm.
If there should be any questions, please contact the Post at 212-925-5528 between the hours of 2 to 4pm.
Hope to see you all there!
I want to inform all members that the American Legion is having its annual picnic at Craigmeur Park, NJ on Saturday, July 23rd, 2011.
Ticket sale starts on Sunday, June 26th, 2011 (2 to 4pm) until Sunday July 10th, 2011 (2 to 4pm) at the Post, 191 Canal Street, third floor, New York, NY. There is a maximum of 5 tickets per family. The price per ticket is $10 for each bus rider and $5 per ticket for those who will be driving there on their own.
On the picnic day, July 23, 2011, the bus will leave from Chinatown, 191 Canal St, at 9am to go to the park. The bus will leave Craigmeur Park to return back to Chinatown at 5pm.
If there should be any questions, please contact the Post at 212-925-5528 between the hours of 2 to 4pm.
Hope to see you all there!
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Pictures from the Installation on June 4, 2011
Left to Right: Commander Eric Tang, Vice Commander Alex Tang, Detachment of NY Commander John Rogers, SAL Advisor Frank Gee, Detachment of NY Vice Commander / Finance Officer John Chang, Adjutant Yin Leung, and Vice Commander Bayer Lee.
Left to Right: Adjutant Yin Leung, Vice Commander Bayer Lee, Commander Eric Tang, and Vice Commander Alex Tang.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Post’s 66th Anniversary and Officers’ Installation Banquet
Held on Saturday June 4, 2011 at Lt. B.R. Kimlau Chinese Memorial Post 1291 for installation of new officers and banquet at Jing Fong Restaurant in New York City Chinatown.
Newly Elected Officers of Sons of American Legion Squadron 1291 for 2011 to 2012:
Commander - Eric Tang
1st Vice Commander - Bayer Lee
2nd Vice Commander - Alexander Tang
Adjutant - Yin Leung
Finance Officer - John Chang
Chaplain - Gary Quan
Historian - Henry Hom
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