I don't know why I waited so long to join. The legionaries are very friendly. They have dinner…read morespecials several days a week and live bands on Fridays. The drinks are extremely cheap and pours are plentiful. Bingo on Thursdays is popular too. Fantastic post 283.

As a former American Legion Boys State Representative for the State of Florida, I can attest to…read morethe deep patriotism and veterans support that this awesome service organization provides! American Legion provides a wealth of programs geared toward youth mentorship and goes the extra distance to fully sponsor community programs like Boys & Girls State, Boys & Girls Nation, Baseball. These programs are fully grounded in patriotism and honor and bridge a very important gap between the community, younger generations and promoting our fellow servicemembers and veterans.

We give regularly to Tunnel to Towers and also give to Wounded Warriors, both amazing…read moreorganizations. These organizations offer programs and assistance to wounded vets and their families. Remember home of the free because of the brave. God bless our heroes and veterans. Highlyrecommended

After multiple attempts via snail mail donation to have the spelling of my name corrected (with…read morenegative results) - I emailed and requested the correction- and rather than correct my spelling - I was told she would just remove me from their mailing list. WOW. I regularly give to DAV, Tunnels to Towers and Wounded Warriors. I am retired law enforcement and my father was a Veteran- I was floored to receive such a flippant response from the donor care team person with the initials " S.S." It's such a disappointment that this great organization would employ a person of such low caliber to "represent" them as she appears to not give a care about being understanding or respectful to donors which I believe is a reflection on how little she truly cares about the Wounded Warrior mission. I guess clearing out the mountain of donor messages as quickly as possible with the least amount of effort is important to this horrid excuse for a "donor care" team member. Case in point, I emailed DAV about the SAME spelling issue and it was done immediately. Wounded Warriors Organization DO BETTER.

As a former American Legion Boys State Representative for the State of Florida, I can attest to…read morethe deep patriotism and veterans support that this awesome service organization provides! This American Legion Post provides a wealth of programs geared toward youth mentorship and goes the extra distance to fully sponsor community programs like Boys & Girls State, Boys & Girls Nation, Baseball. These programs are fully grounded in patriotism and honor and bridge a very important gap between the community, younger generations and promoting our fellow servicemembers and veterans.

American Legion Fallen Heroes Mandarin Post 372 is a well kept secret, This is an up and coming…read moreLegion Post doing their best to meet the needs of Veterans and their families in the previously underserved Mandarin and adjacent communities. They do not have a Post home, but have partnered with the Mandarin/St Johns ELKS Lodge #2688, whose goals and missions overlap the Post's in many ways. The ELKS have graciously afforded us meeting space where we plan and implement joint community projects. ​ This is a caring group of ordinary citizens linked together by a history of agreeing to put their lives on the line for our country. They would be honored to have all eligible Veterans with the desire to give back and help others to join forces with them. Fund raisers to support American Legion programs are a necessity for this Post. They can use everyone's willingness and expertise in order to better impact the community and the lives of future leaders while keeping the focus on Veterans.

Mandarin Post 372 is a superstar among American Legion Posts. Without a lounge or Post Home, they…read moresent three Boys to Boys State, held an Oratorical competition, presented 22 School Medals to 11 Mandarin area schools. This Post was #1 in membership for the 5th District in 2016 - 17 and third in Department. Their 2016 - 17 Post Commander was 5th District Post Commander of the Year. If you are a Veterans and want to help Veterans, this Post is for you. They work Veterans and community outreach programs and extend an offer for you to join them.

As a former American Legion Boys State Representative for the State of Florida, I can attest to…read morethe deep patriotism and veterans support that this awesome service organization provides! This American Legion Post provides a wealth of programs geared toward youth mentorship and goes the extra distance to fully sponsor community programs like Boys & Girls State, Boys & Girls Nation, Baseball. These programs are fully grounded in patriotism and honor and bridge a very important gap between the community, younger generations and promoting our fellow servicemembers and veterans.

If you're looking for something truly unique in Jacksonville, The Cove Social Club is such a hidden…read moregem! Located in a 101-year-old building that used to be an A&P grocery store, this space perfectly blends history, creativity, and community. I love that so much of the original architecture has been preserved -- and the fact that it was designed by a woman architect back in the day makes it even more special. The Cove offers so much: daily coffee service, cooking and cake-decorating classes in "The Lab," yoga and meditation on Wellness Wednesdays, Social Sundays focused on mindfulness and connection, and even Art & Wine nights where you can sip, snack, and paint while listening to live music. They're also about to open Sticks & Stones, a private cigar club next door that will be available to members -- it's going to be such a great addition to the experience. The next membership cohort begins November 1st, and spots are limited to just 150 members to keep things community-focused and personal. They also host networking events, lectures, and business education workshops, so it's a great mix of social and professional. Whether you come for a coffee, an event, or to meet new people, The Cove Social Club is one of those places that makes you feel instantly connected and inspired.

We recently had an Art & Wine event at the Affluent Concierge for our good friend's birthday. Our…read moregroup had a fabulous time creating paintings and being pampered with lovely decor, enjoyable music, nice wine and delicious appetizers by our wonderful host, Nicole and her assistant, Sherlock. Our art experience included all the necessary art supplies and the privilege being guided through the creative process by our awesome art instructor, Mia. Mia was knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. She spent time with each one of us, explaining techniques and offering tips and motivation. The Affluent Concierge provided a unique and delightful experience, with great attention to detail and heartwarming personal touches. Thank you, Nicole, Mia and Mr. Sherlock, we look forward to our next event!