The Royal Canadian Legion

By March 28, 2014Business Features

Upcoming Events Schedule:

  • Wednesday June 25 Veterans dinner. Veterans free, everyone else $5. Music by Syd Jones, dinner at 5pm, music until 8pm
  • Friday June 27 Dinner/Dance $10 each rib dinner. Music by Quieros. Dinner at 6pm, music 7pm to 11pm
  • Saturday June 28 Legion Week Open House:
    • Ladies Auxiliary Strawberrry Tea from 10am to 2pm.
    • Garage Sale from 9am to 2pm, while items last.
    • BBQ at 2pm to 6pm. Raffle baskets, silent auction, darts for prizes
    • Music by Wayne Bransfield 2pm to 6pm
    • Meat draws 2pm to 5pm.

Tucked into the heart of downtown Abbotsford is the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #15. Making its home at 2513 West Railway Street, the Legion is working hard to be more than just a Remembrance Day destination.


 

Current President Geoff Hosking is making it his mission to create a welcoming environment for members and guests alike. The branches executive works hard to host events for people of all ages, trying to persuade people that the Legion isn’t just about veterans but truly a fun location for people of all ages.

Always there to help a veteran as much as we can, the Abbotsford Legion is also supportive of many other charities in our community such as the Abbotsford Food Bank, the hospice, the Salvation Army and many more. We are especially proud of the bursuries given to students in our communities who are furthering their education.

Also active within the Legion is the Ladies Auxiliary. Proudly supporting the branch through a variety of events, the ladies host their monthly fish and chip dinner night at 5pm on the first Friday evening of each month. A shuttle service is provided for this event so anyone without transportation is able to come out and enjoy this monthly event. If you would like to take advantage of this “by donation” service, please call the branch to book your ride at 604-853-1711

There really is something for everyone going on at the Abbotsford Legion! Join us on Sundays for breakfast starting at 8.30am for a breakfast menu featuring good old bacon and eggs to something more fancy like breakfast crepes.

Nothing like some old fashioned bingo fun on a Sunday afternoon. A nice afternoon with friends or somewhere fun to bring your grandparents for some bingo excitement! Under the B!! See you there at 2pm!

Monday evenings at 7pm, the branch hosts free poker! Come down and learn to play or test your current skills against other players. A “points for prizes” system is in effect, come down and join us!

On Friday evenings its time to come get your song on! Karaoke is in the house! Karaoke host Darren Lotecki hosts our song fest every Friday night starting at 8pm. Also on Fridays, our kitchen is open for dinner. Call the branch to see whats cooking!

Saturdays are especially fun! During the day the branch hosts the ever popular meat draws, usually accompanied by live entertainment. Kitchen’s open offering our popular “burger & beverage” special for only $7, best deal in town!

Texas Hold’em poker fun found on Saturday nights. Sign in starting at 5.30. Join us for your chance to win cash!

And as always, we are looking for new members. If you have some free time on your hands and are looking to meet some new people, come on down and join your Legion. You don’t have to have military connections to join. Call the membership office at 604-853-0569 for more information.

Located at 2513 West Railway, tucked in behind the Liquor Barn, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #15 Abbotsford is looking for your support. If you have any questions, call the bar 604-853-1711. Come on out for a drink and a meal or just pop in to say “hi”, either way…..you’re more than welcome and will be glad you did! See you there soon!!

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