Events Calendar: May 2026 AMERICAN LEGION LAKEWOOD POST 496 Events: May 2026
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Post Dinner
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 1, 2026
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Time:5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, salad, and dessert; $15.
Band Night! Jacob Gonzales & Triceratops Trio
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 1, 2026
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Time:6:30 PM
Join us and the Legion for dinner, drinks, and tunes! This Friday 8/29 from 6:30 to 9:30, just up the road in Lakewood. Music from the 60's to current times, a little something for everyone!
Kentucky Derby Day
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Time:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Backstreet buffet with Dance to Carla D and the B Side Band; ticket at the bar for $20. Prizes for best attire and best hat. Other fun stuff too!
Bunco
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Location:Post 496
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Date:Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Time:4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring a pot luck dish to share, if you like. $10 per person to play. Win prizes!
Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Sunday, May 3, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
General Membership Meeting
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Location:Post 496 Hall
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Date:Thursday, May 7, 2026
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Time:7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Post Dinner
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 8, 2026
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Time:5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Creamy green chicken enchiladas with rice, black beans and dessert; $15.
Dance With Sound Advice!
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 8, 2026
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Time:6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Contact:Eric Bierke 562 822 5502
Long time favorites Sound Advice return to Post 496 to sing your favorite songs ans get you on the dance floor!
Irish Band
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Location:Clubroom area
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Date:Saturday, May 9, 2026
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Time:3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
No Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Learn to Sew!
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Location:Post 496 Main Hall
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Date:Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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Time:2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Contact:Cindy Orcutt
Have you ever wanted to sew? All Veterans are invited (especially beginners!) to learn basic sewing techniques.
Sewing machines and all materials are provided, just bring your enthusiasm!
Meet and socialize - make new friends!
Contact Cindy Orcutt - corcuttala@gmail.com
Auxiliary Unit 496 meeting
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Location:Post Meeting Hall
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Date:Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Contact:CJ Reyes
Monthly Auxiliary meeting in the main hall. 2nd Tuesday of each month.
Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Post Dinner
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 15, 2026
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Time:5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cheeseburger pinwheel kabobs with Tater Tots, green salad and dessert; $15.
Debbie and the Goodman Band
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 15, 2026
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Time:6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Contact:423.432.8972 or coolmeg33@yahoo.com
Genre: Indie, Rock, R&B, and a
Karaoke with Good Vibrayshuns
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Saturday, May 16, 2026
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Time:6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Contact:Victoria Martinez
Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Sunday, May 17, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Post Dinner
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 22, 2026
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Time:5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Beef stew with mashed potatoes, salad and dessert; $15.
Michael Forbes Band
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 22, 2026
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Time:6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Contact:www.michaelforbesexplosion.com
A great and very popular South Bay based band that play songs the other bands in town just don't play. Jethro Tull, Van Morrison, David Bowie, INXS, Flock of Seagulls, Boz Scaggs, and Men At Work are but a few of the bands that Michael, Ron, Dave, and Danny can play for your dancing enjoyment! https://www.michaelforbesexplosion.com/
LA Fleet Week
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Location:Port of LA @ The Battleship Iowa
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Date:Saturday, May 23, 2026
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Time:12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Annual Navy Fleet Week all weekend long. Take a tour of visiting Navy ships and visit all the booths including the American Legion booth! https://lafleetweek.com/
Praire Dog Serenade Band
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Saturday, May 23, 2026
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Time:6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
With Brad, Anthony, and Rod.
LA Fleet Week
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Location:Port of LA @ The Battleship Iowa
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Date:Sunday, May 24, 2026
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Time:12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Annual Navy Fleet Week all weekend long. Take a tour of visiting Navy ships and visit all the booths including the American Legion booth! https://lafleetweek.com/
Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Sunday, May 24, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Memorial Day Ceremony
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Location:Del Valle Park - Lakewood
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Date:Monday, May 25, 2026
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Time:11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Annual ceremony held at Lakewood Del Valle Park, 5939 Henrilee St @ Woodruff Ave. Our Post 496 Commander will be the Master of Ceremonies.
Memorial Day Open House
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Location:Post 496
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Date:Monday, May 25, 2026
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Time:12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Veterans and their families are welcomed to the Post after the City of Lakewood's Memorial Day ceremony to enjoy food and comradery.
Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SALs Dinner
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 29, 2026
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Time:5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Menu is TBD; cost is usually $15.
Lost Generation Band
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Location:At the Post
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Date:Friday, May 29, 2026
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Time:6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Game Night
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Location:Post 496 bar area
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Date:Sunday, May 31, 2026
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Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM