Santa Maria Veterans Memorial Building

12/28/2020

Hello friends, my sister from another mister father is celebrating his 95th birthday next week. Roy Baker is a WW2 veteran living in Florida. His daughter is asking for birthday wishes. She has created a personal page for him. Search “Roy Bakers 95th birthday”.

07/23/2019

https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/2019/07/22/heres-how-3-million-more-people-will-get-military-shopping-benefits/

Officials are working to make sure these veterans can get access to base.

04/16/2018

To use the building, please use this link.

https://www.cityofsantamaria.org/city-government/departments/recreation-and-parks/program-and-facility-information

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10/01/2017

To arrange use of the building, call the Park and Rec department (805) 925-0951 ext. 2260.

03/14/2015

We would like to welcome all members of the Department of California to Santa Maria for its spring meeting.

03/13/2015

The Department of California will be holding its spring Department Executive Committee in Santa Maria this weekend.

09/21/2014

The 16th District held a revitalization this past weekend to transfer the at large members into local posts. Post 56 was able to get about 20 New members to transfer. Special thanks to the only 2 members from the post to show up, Past Commanders Mike Stadnick and Frank Campo.

07/29/2014

The post will be holding a BBQ fundraiser on Saturday, August 23 to help raise funds for one of our members that was injured in an accident and has limited health care coverage. It is estimated this veteran has over $60,000.00 in medical expenses already. If you would like to come down for a meal or just donate, please make your check out to the post.

07/24/2014

Currently the Post has a reverse drawing to help raise money for our programs. Each ticket is $20.00. Drawing will be held on August 28, 2014. Stop by the lounge to get a ticket, or ask an Eboard member for one.

07/24/2014

Members will receive in the mail this next week, 3 raffle tickets for a chance to win a firearm. Tickets are $10.00 each, or all 3 for $25.00. You may have a chance to win up to 3 times. If you ticket is pulled, it goes back into the drawing for another chance. The post is given a portion of the proceeds. Each year the post has participated, we have been given over $700.00 for our programs. Please consider this opportunity.

07/24/2014

The Commander sent out a letter earlier this week soliciting monetary donations for the lounge. If you would like to contribute, please make out a check to the Finance Officer and mark in the memo Lounge Committee Fund.

07/21/2014

Congrats to Junior Past Commander Frank on his selection as the "Otto Haase" 16th District Legionnaire of the Year. The individual plaque is his, the larger plaque is a perpetual one that travels to the honorees post for the year. The post that has the last name on the plaque keeps it. I am confident that Commander Joe will nominate another outstanding Post 56 Legionnaire for this honor next year. Other winners from Post 56 are John Fazzone, Mike Stadnick and Richard Tilley.

07/04/2014

The officers and members of the Post would like to wish America a Happy Birthday!

07/04/2014

If you need fireworks, today will be the last day you may purchase them from the fireworks booth the post is running. Stop by and pick yours up. All proceeds go towards the programs of the American Legion.

06/30/2014

Today is Frank Campo's last day as commander. Thank you Sir for your leadership the last 4 years. The post wishes you the best of luck in your future endeavors. Tomorrow, Joseph Skoda assumes the leadership of the post. We know the post is going to do well under your term and wish you well and look forward to working with you.

06/27/2014

Members of the Post will start selling fireworks at the Walmart parking lot in front of Chuckie Cheese on Saturday. As a Non Profit, all proceeds will go towards veterans programs. Help support veterans.

05/28/2014

Do you want a chance to win some cash? If so, stop by the BIG WHEEL at the Elks Rodeo this week. The commander will be there selling tickets for a chance to spin the wheel and raise some money. The proceeds from the ticket sales will go towards programs that support veterans. Some lucky winners will be given the opportunity to enter the cash cage and attempt to collect as much money as they can grab in a few seconds as it floats by in the air.

05/26/2014

The post along with the VFW will host Memorial Day activities at the Santa Maria cemetery beginning at 11 am. Guest speaker will be the commander of the 30th Medical Group; the father of Specialist Kenneth Alvarez; and the sister of Corporal Joseph Heredia.

05/25/2014

The Post celebrated the installation of new officers last night. Commander Joe and the executive board will do a great job this year and we are excited for the new officers to officially take their positions July 1. The Post thanks Commander Frank and the outgoing officers for their hard work and dedication this past year.

05/20/2014

The post will hold installation of newly elected officers on Saturday, May 24 at 6pm at the post. Dinner will follow after. Menu is Chili Verde, rice, beans and tortillas.

05/14/2014

Congratulations to the newly elected officers of the post. I know Commander Elect Skoda and the incoming executive committee will have a GREAT year. The post is still looking for a 2nd Vice Commander, if any member wishes.

05/13/2014

Post 56 will be holding elections for officers tomorrow night during the regularly scheduled meeting at 7pm. All positions are unopposed except for Commander and Eboard. Commander Campo is running against Joe Skoda and we have 6 members competing for 5 eboard slots. The Auxiliary is also holding elections. All Unit 56 positions are unopposed. Come down and vote for your candidate.

05/08/2014

This Sunday, Mothers Day, the post will offer lunch to mothers for free, all others will be $6.00. Menu will be tri-tip, beans, salad and bread. Lunch will be served from noon to 2pm. Champagne will be served to our mothers as well.

05/08/2014

Come on down to the post Friday night for the monthly Auxiliary dinner. Menu will be Lasagna, veggie, salad, bread and deserts. Price will be $7.00 and dinner will start at 5:30-7:00pm or until sold out.

04/27/2014

Post 56 first social of the year went off without a hitch. Thanks to all that came out. We had over 40 members and guests show up for dinner. Highlight of the evening was a special presentation made by American Veterans United to Assemblyman Katcho Achadjian, Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce CEO Bob Hatch and Post Commander Frank Campo. Commander Campo was also presented a resolution from the California State Assembly for his 30 years of public service. The post would also like to thank the members of Crew 556 that showed up to help serve the meal.

04/22/2014

Come join us for the first post social of the year. The kitchen has been closed since January for an upgrade and remodel. The tentative menu is bbq ribs, seasonal veggies, salad and bread. The post will be celebrating past commanders/presidents night as well as the American Legion Birthday. Assemblyman Katcho Achadjian will also be present to make a presentation to the commander. Dinner begins at 6 pm and suggested donation of $5.00.

12/25/2013

Post 56 would like to wish all a very Merry Christmas and hope all our troops around the world remain safe.

11/10/2013

Post 56 would like to wish a happy birthday to the United States Marine Corps, Semper Fidelis!

11/05/2013

Post 56 along with Michael Clayton will be hosting Veterans Day events at the Post, Monday Nov 11 beginning with a parade at 10:30 then opening remarks at 11am. Lunch will be provided by Mike Clayton and should begin at 1130am. Free to vets and their families, all others are asked to make $5.00 donation.

11/05/2013

Executive Board meeting tonight at 6pm.

10/04/2013

The Post will be selling hamburgers at the Santa Maria Grapes and Grains Festival tomorrow. We will outside of DMV on McClelland from 10-3pm. Come on down and get some lunch.

10/01/2013

Post 56 sends condolences on the passing of Past Commander Ray Rombough today.

09/14/2013

Santa Maria Veterans Memorial Building's cover photo

07/03/2013

Come down and pick up some fireworks at the Wal Mart shopping center from our booth

06/30/2013

The Department of California has just voted to increase membership dues by $5.00 next year.