Community Corner
American Legion holds Lent Fish Fry Dinners
American Legion holds Fish Fry dinners during Lent from 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM.
The Palatine American Legion Post 690, Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American Legion are holding a series of fish fries during Lent from 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM upstairs in their family-friendly banquet hall which is open to the public at the American Legion 122 West Palatine Road in Palatine to raise funds for Legion Family Charities.
“We will be serving crunchy battered cod dinners for $10.00 for adults, $9.00 for senior citizens over 65 years old and $4.00 for children under 12 years old,” said Jacque Blount, Legion Commander. “The dinners include fish, soup, potato, broccoli, coleslaw, fresh bread and dessert. A full service bar is available for drinks in the banquet hall and downstairs in the Legion’s clubroom.”
The fish fries will be held on Fridays during Lent. In February and March, there are fish fries on February 12th, February 19th, February 26th, March 4th, March 11th, March 18th and March 25th.
“We are always looking for new members for the American Legion,” said Blount. “If you are interested in supporting those individuals who have defended our country then the Legion is the organization for you. If you have any questions on the American Legion, Legion Auxiliary, the Sons of the American Legion or any of our activities call us at 847-359-1606.”
The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest veteran’s service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.
For further information on the American Legion, Legion Auxiliary, the Sons of the American Legion, any of their sponsored events or for membership write to the American Legion, 122 West Palatine Road, Palatine, IL 60067, call them at 847-359-1606, email them at clubadmin@alpost690.us or visit www.alpost690.us.
