July 24, 2010 - It is with deep regret that we inform you of the passing of longtime Aux. member and bartender of Post 372, Jeanie Rooney. Funeral details below.

ROONEY, Jean On July 24, 2010 after a long illness, age 55 (nee Natalini) of Pennsauken, NJ. She was the beloved wife of Dennis P. and loving mother of Daniel, Carolyn, and Kathryn Rooney. She is also survived by 3 brothers Jack (Dale) Natalini of Medford, Robert (Ravi) of PA, and Larry (Julie) of CA, and many nieces, nephews and friends. Jean worked in administration at Chrysler Financial for several years and was also a bartender at the American Legion Post #372 Cherry Hill. She was also an active member of St. Stephen's Parish. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral Thursday morning at 9:00 AM in The ALLOWAY FUNERAL HOME, 315 E. Maple Ave., Merchantville, NJ. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM St. Stephen's Church, 6300 Browning Rd., Pennsauken, NJ. Entombment Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. There will be a viewing Wednesday evening from 7:00-9:00 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Stephen's Church.

August 1 - August 4 - HEADS UP FOR UPCOMING ESCORT & WELCOME HOME to be held at American Legion Cherry Hill - Steve and Darlene Reinis, who are active with American Legion Post 372, have made contact about an Escort and Welcome Home Celebration to be held at the American Legion Post 372 for 4 local soldiers coming home from Iraq.  The date/time is unconfirmed at this point. Their plane had a fuel leak and they are still in Germany.  However, she foresees them being demobilized from Ft Dix between 8/1 – 8/4. The Escort will be from Ft Dix area to Cherry Hill.  The Welcome Home Celebration will be held at the American Legion Post 372 Cherry Hill. More info to follow... 
The American Legion is on standby to make arrangements for the homecoming (set-up, food, CH Firetruck/Flag, etc).  Our Legion members, Warriors Watch, Yellow Ribbon Club, CHFD, CH Township and other friends have been given heads up - we all await details to make final preparations...

August 7, 2010 - Saturday, Ladies Meeting 10am

August 14, 2010 - Hoagie Sale & Car Wash - Where: AM Vets, 519 June Rd., Delair, NJ

August 22, 2010 - 4th Annual Summer Bash Fundraiser - Our friends with the Nam Knights of America will be holding their 4th Annual Summer Bash and Poker Run on Sunday, August 22, 2010. Let's all show our support ! Registration for Poker Run at Motorcycle Warehouse, 647 Staint Mihie Dr. (River Rd), Riverside, NJ 08075 10-11am. Summer Bash 12noon - 5pm at the German-American Club, 215 Uncle Pete's Road, Yardville, NJ 08620. Menu includes; Hots Dogs, Hamburgers, Pork Roll, Italian Sausage, Fried Peppers & Onions, Corn, German Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Saurkraut, Ice Cream, Coffee, Beer, Soda, Water. * VENDORS * TROPHY FOR BEST REPRESENTED CLUB * CHINESE AUCTION * DOOR PRIZES * 50/50 DRAWING * Live Music
DONATION $25 - Proceeds Benefit Veterans & Police. To purchase tickets contact Sue at squinn9807@aol.com / 856-495-7270

August 29, 2010 - Join the Blue Star Mothers of the Jersey Shore for A Day At The Races!
When:  Sunday August, 29, 2010
Where: Monmouth Park Racetrack Oceanport, NJ - Time: 11:30am – 6:00pm
Cost:  Adults $35.00 *** Children $15.00
***Cost includes private picnic area, admission, program, barbeque lunch including draft beer and assorted sodas***
Come spend a fun filled afternoon with the Blue Star Mothers of the Jersey Shore.  Your participation will assist in helping us to continue to support our deployed troops, our veterans and promote patriotism.  Tickets must be purchased in advance.  To purchase tickets, please contact Dawn Nicolato at 732- 500 -4537 or dawn@usafest.org by August 13, 2010. ***Please keep our deployed HEROES in your thoughts and prayers***

September 11, 2010—9-11 Anniversary

September 11, 2010 - CLAM BAKE at VFW 2445 - Maple Shade. 2pm-7pm. Rain or Shine. $25/pp. DJ, All you can Eat, Clams, Hot Dogs, Burgers, etc. Beer and Soda. Tickets available at VFW or at door.

September 17, 2010 - POW/MIA Recognition Day - Stay tuned for local events

September 18, 2010 - FAMILY DAY AT LEGION POST 372 - Stay tuned for details

September 24, 2010 - OPERATION STAND DOWN - Cherry Hill Armory - 8am - 1pm. SERVING HOMELESS VETERANS
Federal, State, Public & Private support agencies offer a broad array of FREE services and assistance such as;
VA BENEFIT COUNSELING, PTSD COUNSELING, MENTAL HEALTH, WELFARE, SOCIAL SECURITY, FOOD STAMPS, LEGAL SERVICES, ADDICTION SERVICES, HOUSING, MEDICAL, EMPLOYMENT, UNEMPLOYMENT, HAIRCUTS, & CLOTHING PROVISIONS.
Stand Down of South Jersey will be hosting our yearly event at the Cherry Hill Armory On September 24th 2010 from 8am to 1 pm. We are asking that volunteer escorts be present by 7am there will be coffee and doughnuts available. We will be having escort and volunteer training on September 14th or the 21st it is mandatory you be present for one of the training sessions if you wish to volunteer. We will begin setting up the armory from September 20 to the 23rd from around 9 am till lunch if you are available feel free to stop in and assist in any way you can. http://standdownofsouthjersey.com