Celebrating one of our own
Anacleta Thorn, member of Post 233 Elk Grove. Congratulations on being selected to tell your story on Celebrating Veterans.
Welcome to our website. I hope that we have provided the information you need. Jim Burton, Commander, American Legion Post 233
Meetings…
American Legion Post 233 – Elk Grove meets monthly, in person, on the fourth Thursday of every month at 7:00pm.
Our meetings are currently being held at the Elks Lodge at 9240 Survey Road, Elk Grove, CA. Please join us.
Our Calendar…
Check out our Post Calendar. During a normal year, we have many activities available throughout the year. Find one (or two) and join in the fun. Our post has a very active membership and we hope you have a chance to come and visit. We also post the meetings and activities for Auxiliary, Sons and Riders.
In The News…
- Elk Grove Citizen reported the story about the Four Chaplains Service on the front page of the February 2nd issue.
- Four Chaplains Service Info posted to the Elk Grove Citizen.
- Enjoy a Christmas photo shoot with your pet and support the marine League Semper Fi Fund at the same time.
- Sacramento County News Release, November 15, 2023: Sacramento County Honors and Serves Our Veterans As Printed in the Elk Grove Citizen.
- Larry and Henry were on TV today, November 10th, to talk about our veterans and the Veterans Day Parade. Check it out here. https://www.cbsnews.com/gooddaysacramento/video/veterans-day-bike-ride-and-park-event/ The title is confusing, but you should still have a look.
Links to Join or Renew…
Here is a link to the American Legion’s National Website. You will find more links under the Members tab.
Here is a link to renew your membership. Click Here to Renew. Did you know that your dues are done on an annual basis, January through December, not a fiscal calendar basis. That means that you need to pay your dues in December so that you are not delinquent as of the first of the year.
Next Steps…
If you are a veteran, you need to be a part of this organization. Our sole purpose is to support our fellow veterans. Join us and help out your fellow veterans.
Post Phone Number…
(916) 681-4078 – This is a voicemail number that is checked weekly.
Are you familiar with our Elk Grove Regional Veterans Memorial
The Elk Grove Regional Veterans Memorial is located within Elk Grove Park 9950 Elk Grove Florin Road to the north of the White Diamond ball field. Oscar O’con, U.S. Army and Marine veteran, has led the Elk Grove Regional Veterans Memorial project for the past 14 years. This beautiful memorial in Elk Grove Park is dedicated to living and deceased military members who have served their communities with honor throughout the region. Engraved dedication pavers are available for purchase to honor both living and deceased members of the military. You can learn more about placing a brick or granite paver at the memorial in the name of a veteran on this page.
What about those military member banners and streets named after veterans ?
Many of you have seen and asked about the military member banners along Civic Center Drive, Bruceville Road and Elk Grove Blvd and wondered who at the Legion to contact to have your son or daughter or your dad or your mom honored with a banner for their service.
Well, that is another reason I love Elk Grove. Those banners are put there by our City, not the veteran’s organizations. To learn more, click here. It only costs about $150 to have the banner made and placed. They are there for 1 year.
Also, did you know that the City of Elk Grove often names streets after veterans. Yes, they do. You can learn more on the City of Elk Grove Website.