Category Archives: Branch News

Next roast beef dinner March 2

Posted on February 20, 2012 by MandyM

The March 2 roast beef dinner will be served 5 to 6:30 p.m. for just $10 per person. That includes homemade soup, mashed potatoes, glazed onions, broccoli, breads and —ta-da!  — bread pudding a-la-Marilyn for desert.

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Things took flight at Remembrance Day dinner Nov. 11

Posted on November 12, 2011 by MandyM

COLBORNE —  Things took flight at the annual Remembrance Day dinner at Br. 187 Colborne Nov. 11. Pete Fisher, author of the book  Highway of Heroes: True Patriot Love,  provided insights into the uniquely Canadian grassroots movement that commemorates Canada’s … Continue reading →

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Colborne crowd marks Remembrance Day ceremonies in Victoria Square Park

Posted on November 11, 2011 by MandyM

COLBORNE — They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. Sat the going down of the dun, and in the morning, We will remember them. The weather … Continue reading →

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Wifi available free seven days a week at Colborne Legion

Posted on November 1, 2011 by MandyM

We have great news! We have Wi Fi — high speed Internet connection and service at the Colborne Legion! This means you can drop by with your laptop, smart phone or tablet and connect to very high speed Internet service. … Continue reading →

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Highway of Heroes author Pete Fisher guest speaker Nov. 11

Posted on October 4, 2011 by MandyM

Author and photojournalist Pete Fisher is our Remembrance Day dinner guest speaker Friday, Nov. 11. This is an evening you won’t want to miss! Pete’s book, “Highway of Heroes, True Patriot Love”, provides the comprehensive story, with photos, of the … Continue reading →

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Everybody into the pool (tourney)!

Posted on November 16, 2010 by MandyM

The monthly Fun Pool Tournament welcomes players of all calibers who are paired at random with other entrants. There is a monthly fee of $6 which covers the cost of the lighting and prizes. This month’s pool party is Sunday, … Continue reading →

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We bid you attend the Silent Auction Dec. 5

Posted on November 16, 2010 by MandyM

The ever-popular Wine and Cheese and Silent Auction will be held Sunday, Dec. 5. This is a fun way to pick up unique gifts and stocking stuffers. Please have all donated items in by noon Dec. 1 at the Legion. … Continue reading →

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Be an Early Bird! You could win annual membership

Posted on November 16, 2010 by MandyM

Pay your annual 2011 membership dues ($50) by the end of November and you’re eligible for the draw to win one year of free membership membership Chair Brenda Graham reminds everyone. Drop into the Legion or contact Brenda at 905.355.1365. … Continue reading →

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Santa Parade 7 p.m. Nov. 27: festival fun!

Posted on November 16, 2010 by MandyM

Santa’s coming to Colborne Saturday, Nov. 27! This year, there’s a time change: the Santa Claus Parade starts at 7 p.m.. The Colborne Legion and Castleton-Cramahe Optimist Club are coordinating the parade.The theme is “A Parade of Trees”. There is … Continue reading →

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Meatloaf medley on offer Nov. 19

Posted on November 16, 2010 by MandyM

Our mid-month dinner Nov. 19 is a tummy-warming meat loaf dinner, both beef and pork varieties, with roasted potatoes, tomato gravy, peas, squash casserole, soup, fresh bread and — a yuletide preview — Christmas pudding with rum sauce, all for … Continue reading →

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