American Legion, Peter J Courcy Post 178

Post 178 Fitness Walk
2025-03-15 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Frisco Commons Park, 8000 Mckinney Rd, Frisco, 75033, United States
Post 178 Fitness Walk on the third Saturday of each month at 8 am. We will meet at Frisco Commons Park parking lot to start our 1-mile walk, which takes an average of 21 min to complete. If you can’t make it at 8 am, join us afterward with your lawn chair and cooler for the after-walk cool-down. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

Never Forgotten: A Tribute to Vietnam Veterans
2025-03-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Frisco Hall, 5353 Independance Pkwy, Frisco, TX, United States
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

Post 178 Fitness Walk
2025-03-01 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-02-15 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-12-07 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-11-02 08:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-05 08:00 - 21:00, 2024-09-07 08:00 - 21:00 | Frisco Commons Park, 8000 Mckinney Rd, Frisco, 75033, United States
Post 178 Fitness Walk on the first Saturday of each month at 8 am. We will meet at Frisco Commons Park parking lot to start our 1-mile walk, which takes an average of 21 min to complete. If you can’t make it at 8 am, join us afterward with your lawn chair and cooler for the after-walk cool-down. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

Post Membership Meeting
2025-02-17 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-10-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-09-16 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-08-19 18:30 - 20:00 | The Grove at Frisco Commons – Commons Hall, 8300 McKinney Road, Frisco, TX, 75034, United States

1st Division Oratorical Contest
2025-02-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Denton County Commissioners Court, 1 Courthouse Dr Suite 3100, Denton, TX, 76208, United States

Wreath Retirement Day - Date Changed to January 18
2025-01-18 08:00 - 12:00 | DFW National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX, 75211, United States
This event is an opportunity to come together again and honor our veterans by retiring the remembrance wreaths. It’s a family-friendly activity, so feel free to bring your loved ones, including children. The work is light, and many hands make it even more enjoyable!
What to Bring:

Work Gloves – Essential for handling the wreaths.
Broomsticks (without the broom) – Surprisingly effective for gathering multiple wreaths at a time.
Garden Wagons (if you have one) – Great for transporting wreaths to the roadside in each section.
Trucks and Trailers – While box trucks will be onsite, additional vehicles are always appreciated.

Procedure:

Start in any section, ideally where you laid wreaths.
Use broomsticks to gather wreaths and stack them near the road.
Trucks will transport the wreaths to the dumpster south of the Administration building in the new pit area. Volunteers will be available to guide you.
Please park on the right side of the road to ensure enough space for trucks to pass.

**ONE-WAY traffic will be observed throughout the cemetery for safety and efficiency**
Additional Opportunities:
RESTOCK THE LOCAL FOOD BANK!

This holiday season has been challenging for many North Texans. On January 11th, let’s continue spreading kindness by bringing non-perishable food items. A collection truck will be stationed at the main entrance to receive your donations as you come in Saturday.

Post Membership Meeting
2025-01-13 18:30 - 20:00 | The Grove at Frisco Commons – Commons Hall, 8300 McKinney Road, Frisco, TX, 75034, United States
Monday, January 20 is Martin Luther King Day, and the Grove is closed.
Our January Membership Meeting is rescheduled to Monday, January 13th

2025 District Oratorical Scholarship Competition
2025-01-04 09:00 - 15:00 | The Grove at Frisco Commons – Commons Hall, 8300 McKinney Road, Frisco, TX, 75034, United States
2025 District Contest will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 9 am in the main auditorium at The Grove at Frisco Commons.

Mayor's Veteran Holiday Social
2024-12-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Frisco Gun Club, 6565 Eldorado Parkway, Frisco, TX, 75033, United States
Mayor is specifically inviting the Color/Honor Guards of the American Legion, VFW, Fire and Police Departments to attend in order to honor YOU for the sacred service you all provide our community throughout the year. Wives, families and friends are also invited to attend.

Army Navy Game Watch Party
2024-12-14 14:00 - 17:00 | The Brass Tap, 1951 FM 423, Ste 900, Frisco, TX, 75033, United States

Wreaths Across America
2024-12-14 11:00 - 13:00 | DFW National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX, 75211, United States
On December 14, 2024 (Wreath Placement We recommend arrival by 9am for parking. Wreath placement at noon!) at 11:00AM, we will be helping the Dallas – Fort Worth National Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country’s fallen heroes.
Please help us honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible by sponsoring remembrance wreaths, volunteering on Wreaths Day, or inviting your family and friends to attend with you. http://www.honordfw.com/
Thank you so much for supporting the TX0019 – Chris and Mary Bush Fundraising Page and Wreaths Across America!

2025 Post 178 Oratorical Scholarship Competition
2024-12-14 09:00 - 14:30 | The Grove at Frisco Commons – Commons Hall, 8300 McKinney Road, Frisco, TX, 75034, United States
The American Legion Post 178 is seeking high school orators to participate in its 2025 Oratorical Scholarship Contest which will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9 am in the main auditorium at The Grove at Frisco Commons.
For details, please visit https://friscolegion.org/programs/frisco-youth-programs/oratorical-scholarship-competition/

2024 Wreaths Across America – Distribute Wreaths
2024-12-13 07:00 - 13:00 | DFW National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX, 75211, United States
On Friday, Dec 13, 2024, at Fort Worth National Cemetery (2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy Dallas, TX 75211) distribute wreaths the day before Wreaths Across America. If you would like to help with this, plan on arriving between 7:00 and 8:00 and spending at least 4 hours. Please bring work gloves and dress according to the weather conditions.

Merry Main Street
2024-12-07 15:00 - 19:30 | Simpson Plaza, 8843 Coleman Blvd, Frisco, 75034, United States
Schedule
3 p.m. The Santa & Friends Parade and Holiday Gift Market and Food Vendors Open
3:30 – 7:30 p.m. Frisco Elementary School Choirs perform on three stages. Jones Park Variety Stage will feature music, dance, and other artistic performances.
6 p.m. City Tree Lighting Ceremony and “Your Time to Shine” Award Presentation.
7:30 p.m. Children’s activities and Holiday Gift Market closes
We need volunteers to set up staff, and break down
Setup Shift is 1:00pm – 4:30pm
Breakdown shift is 4:30pm- 8:00pm

Fellowship Power Lunch Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Lunch
2024-11-19 11:00 - 13:30 | Toyota Stadium National Soccer Hall of Fame, 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, TX, 75033, United States
Keynote Speaker: SFC John Wayne Walding spent 12 years in the United States Army, including seven years in the Special Forces Group at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina. He served in Iraq and Afghanistan, and during his career at 3rd SFG, he served on ODA 396/3336 as a Special Forces Communications Sergeant and the Sniper Detachment as a Sniper Instructor.
It was during the harrowing battle of Shok Valley on April 6, 2008, that John would lose his leg to a sniper, and yet returned fire for four more hours with his severed lower limb tied to his thigh, earning him the Silver Start and Purple Heart.
Post-injury, John attended Special Forces Sniper School and upon graduation became the first amputee ever to become a Green Beret Sniper. He refuses to let his injury be the last chapter of his story.
John’s awards and badges include Silver Star, Bronze star, Purple Heart, Combat infantry badge, Airborne air assault and the special forces tab. John participated in numerous battles during his deployments; most famous was the Battle of Shok Valley, which you can read about in the book “No Way Out: A Story of Valor in the Mountains of Afghanistan” by Mitch Weiss and Kevin Maurer.
It is our honor at Fellowship Power Lunch to give something back. Join us November 19, 2024, for our Annual Special Event honoring those who serve.
Doors open at 11:00; presentation of the flag starts at 11:30.
If you’re a veteran or first responder, we would love to honor you at our Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Lunch. There is no cost for you to attend! (Your guests may purchase tickets via general registration.)
Veteran/First Responder Registration https://fellowshippowerlunch.com/veterans/register-veteran/
General Registration The minimum donation to attend is $60 per person.
https://fellowshippowerlunch.com/veterans/register/

Post Membership Meeting
2024-11-18 18:30 - 20:00 | The Grove at Frisco Commons – Commons Hall, 8300 McKinney Road, Frisco, TX, 75034, United States
The Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home Christmas Drive
Donation items needed include:
Men’ s new undershirts (sizes L, XL)
Griper nubby socks only (one size fits all)
Deodorant
Body Wash & shampoo combination (AXE or Dove tag brands at the Dollar store)
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Chocolate and hard candy (individual bags)
Any salty snacks (individual bags)
Assorted snack cakes
Popcorn Kernels
Nuts in a small can or jar
Chapstick
Cash and purchased items should be turned in at the November 18, 2022, membership meeting, held at The Grove at Frisco Commons, Commons Hall, 8300 McKinney Road, Frisco, Texas 75034. You may also bring a check if you have not already mailed it in. 100% of donations to this fund will go to the Bonham Veterans Home. These veterans will appreciate your generosity. No donation is too small, and all are appreciated.

World War I Mobile Museum
2024-11-11 - 2024-11-15 | Collin Community College, 9700 Wade Blvd, Frisco, TX, 75035, United States
Throughout the week, community members can stop by the campus’s J Building to check out this museum. Collin College was selected to host the traveling museum, which was recently on display to thousands of visitors at the War Memorial in Washington, D.C. The free museum features interactive and educational displays that will provide visitors with unique opportunities to learn about history as it unfolded and how it still affects the world today. Executive Director Keith Colley will be onsite daily to provide guided presentations.

Veterans Day Ceremony
2024-11-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Frisco Veterans Memorial, 8000 McKinney Rd., Frisco, TX, United States
Veterans Day Ceremony to celebrate and honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice will be held on Saturday November 09, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Frisco Veterans Memorial in Frisco Commons Park, 8000 McKinney Road, Frisco, TX 75033.
The American Legion Post 178 is coordinating the ceremony.
The public and all veterans are invited to attend. Seating will be available.

Post 178 BBQ - Afternoon at the Park
2024-09-29 14:00 - 19:00 | Warren Sports Complex, 7599 Eldorado Pkwy, Frisco, TX, 75034, United States
RSVP for Afternoon at the Park
Post will supply hamburgers and brats.
Please bring some food to share – salads, sides, deserts, or all three! Bring Your own beverages
Bring any outdoor games
Bring Chairs to sit on – there are covered picnic tables inside the pavilion
This is a great opportunity to invite fellow veterans and family.
Rain or shine!
Use the button below by Noon Friday 9/27 to RSVP.
RSVP for Afternoon at the Park
NOTE: if you miss the deadline, you can still come but may need to bring your own meat.

American Legion Holley-Riddle Post 21 POW/MIA Recognition Sunset Vigil - Keeping Hope Alive
2024-09-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Stewart Creek Park, 3700 Sparks Rd, The Colony, TX, 75056, United States
Join the American Legion Holley-Riddle Post 21 for the POW/MIA Recognition Sunset Vigil – Keeping Hope Alive. A heartfelt event dedicated to honoring and remembering the brave men and women who were prisoners of war or are still missing in action. As the sun sets, we will gather to reflect, pay tribute, and renew our commitment to keeping hope alive for their return. Together, we stand in solidarity with their families and loved ones, ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten.
Featuring special Keynote speaker Johnnie Yellock II, USAF (Ret) decorated combat soldier and recipient of: The Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Combat Action Medal, Air Medal (twice), and USAF Commendation Medal. Enjoy special music guest USMC (Ret) Flutist Hope Blomquist, formerly Flutist with the Third Expeditionary Force Band and the Frisco Chorale.

Division Executive Planning Meeting
2024-08-17 09:00 - 11:00 | American Legion Otho M, 4509 Moulton St., Greenville, TX, 75401, United States

Mayor Cheney's Purple Heart Social
2024-08-07 17:30 - 21:30 | Rotate Bar and Kitchen, 5454 Main Street, Frisco, 75035, United States
We have an exciting night planned for this year’s Purple Heart Social.
• Honor our PH recipients.
• Mayor to read proclamation.
• We will have a live auction at the end of the evening to raise money for our very own Purple Heart Monument to be erected at the Frisco’s Veterans Memorial in Frisco Commons Park.
• Medal of Honor Mobile Museum will be out front for all to tour.
• Military Order of the Purple Heart local, state and national will be in attendance.
As always, we will be honoring our PH recipients, we will have attendees from the Military Order of the Purple Heart from the local, state and national level. We will have the Medal of Honor mobile museum out for all to tour.
American Legion Post 178 is proud to be a “Purple Heart Post. “
Commander Joanne Schumm
