LATIN AMERICAN LEGION POST 840 INC

LATIN AMERICAN LEGION POST 840 INC Holds yearly Epiphany Holiday (Three Kings Day) observations and children celebrations in January. Nearly 50 toys for children 1 to 12 years of age regardless of their religious faith. A hall is rented for the event. 50-75 Parents, children and siblings are welcome to attend. Catered food and DJ music entertainment. All this at cost to attendees. The Post holds annual memorial ceremonies at the Puerto Rico Medal of Honor Grove in Valley Forge, PA. Wreaths and flowers are presented. Transportation, food and refreshment for 40-50 attendees at no cost to attendees. The Post participates in annual Philadelphia Veterans Parade. The Post presents wreaths at Veterans Day and several Veterans War Memorial events throughout the northeast Pennsylvania and South Jersey areas. The Post has supported local elected officials with school book bags and turkey community giveaways. The Post has held local membership recuitment drives. Members attend the PA Department Legion College training sessions.