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A Night to Remember: The Dining Experience at Legion Branch 187
If you’ve ever walked into Legion Branch 187 on one of their special dinner nights, you know it’s more than a meal—it’s an experience . What begins as a familiar community hall undergoes a transformation that catches you by surprise every time. The lighting shifts, the ambiance softens, and suddenly the room feels like somewhere you go to celebrate . It’s warm, elegant in its simplicity, and filled with that unmistakable Legion spirit: community, camaraderie, and genuine hos

Ed Quinlan
4 days ago2 min read


Attending the General Meeting at Branch 187
There’s something special about walking into a General Meeting at Branch 187. It’s where the heart of our Legion beats the loudest — members gathering, ideas flowing, and decisions being shaped by the very people who care most about our community. That is of course when our Sgt. at Arms, Mr. Tom Briand, opens the doors and lets us in. In the meantime, move over into the main hall and enjoy the sweet sounds of local artists performing at the Breezeway. It's 7:30 pm (ish) ...

Ed Quinlan
Feb 212 min read


New Year’s Eve at the Legion: A Night to Remember
The Team Behind the Magic An event of this scale doesn’t just happen — it’s built by the dedication, creativity, and sheer hard work of an exceptional group of people. As a member, I am proud of our volunteers, executive, and leadership team , led by John Sharpe and the entire Board ... they deserve a tremendous amount of credit for making New Year’s Eve such a standout success. From transforming the hall into a festive, welcoming space — a major undertaking on its own — to c

Ed Quinlan
Jan 12 min read


Colborne Legion Branch 187: A Christmas Hamper Tradition That Brings a Community Together
For years, the Colborne Legion Branch 187 Christmas Hamper Program has been one of the community’s most cherished holiday traditions. Led with unwavering dedication by Norma White Johnston , the program begins its work long before the snow settles—often as early as November—when families submit requests to be included in the annual hamper distribution. What follows is a months‑long effort powered by kindness, generosity, and an incredible team of volunteers. This year, the n

Ed Quinlan
Dec 24, 20252 min read


New Members, Big Welcome: Our First Meat Draw at Branch 187
This weekend, my wife and I had the chance to experience something I’d heard about for quite some time but had never actually taken part in—the famous meat draw at the Colborne Legion Branch 187. What I expected was a small fundraiser with a few people milling about. What I walked into was a lively, welcoming community gathering that instantly made me feel like part of the family. A Full House and Full Hearts The moment we stepped through the doors, the atmosphere hit us—in

Ed Quinlan
Dec 14, 20252 min read
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