On August 13, the smell of roasted chicken barbecue permeated through Churchville on Buffalo Road at the American Legion. The Legion family in conjunction with the Churchville Lions Club sold over 640 chicken dinners that day. There was a bouncy house on the grounds for children to enjoy. The Legion also opened their outside deck and new upstairs bar to provide cool shade, cold drinks, and a place to listen to music. The Lions got up early and started their roasters, the Legion family fell in with them, and the hard work and fun began. By 4 p.m., bellies were filled, thirsts quenched, and merriment was had. The Legion and the Lions split the proceeds, enabling them to continue their respective support to the veterans and the community.
During the Legion monthly meeting on August 25, members heard a presentation from one of their Boys State attendees. Jarrett Swierk was selected by the Legion to be one of their three participants in this year’s New York State Boys State. Similar to Model UN, this program is designed to teach young men about local and statewide government, leadership, discipline, and teamwork. Jarrett fascinated the Legion family with stories from his experience attending Boys State at SUNY Morrisville. Some of his exploits concerned his run for sheriff, the food, the Marines (counselors), and his friendships with youth from the New York City area. His mother, Joy, a former Churchville Auxiliary representative to Girls State, was on hand and baked chocolate chip cookies for all to enjoy during Jarrett’s presentation. AJ Wilson and Nicholas Wetzel were the other two student leaders who represented the Legion at Boys State. They all received Boys State medals and certificates at the School Awards night at Churchville.
Next up at the Legion is a Flu Shot Clinic on September 13, which is free and open to the public at the Legion, 6444 Buffalo Road, Churchville, from 3 to 6 p.m. Also, Euchre is back on this fall. The game is on Thursday, September 15 (moved from Fridays), starting at 6:30 p.m. Arrive at 6 p.m. to secure a seat.
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