May
4
6:30 PM18:30
Post 307 Executive Committee Meeting
Planning and admin meeting for Post 307 Executive Committee members.
May
11
6:30 PM18:30
MONTHLY GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
GUEST SPEAKER PRESENTATION
Retired Major and US Army Ranger Tom Shandy will be our guest, along with K-9 Service Dog “Duke”.
Tom represents Warrior Paws, whose mission is to provide Veterans and First Responders with service dogs to reduce suicide rates and improve quality of life.
The organization also provides a network and opportunities for vets and first responders to continue to enjoy the kind of satisfaction and camaraderie they experienced during their time of service.
Warrior Paws is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creation of Rucker Dog Training, whose founder, Scot Rucker, is it’s lead trainer.
2026-27 POST 307 OFFICER ELECTIONS
Following the Warrior Paws presentation, we will conduct our annual election of officers. The Nominating Committee is at work recruiting nominees. All members in good standing are eligible to run, and self-nominations are accepted. In addition to the Nominating Committee’s recommendations, nominations will be accepted from the floor the night of the election.
May
16
11:00 AM11:00
Annual Post 307 & Beaver Toyota Armed Forces Day Barbeque
DON’T MISS THIS! The Annual Armed Forces Day BBQ, hosted by American Legion Post 307 and Beaver Toyota.
This event features a flag ceremony, Honor Guard, recognition of Veterans and First Responders, music, and more!
POST 307 MEMBERS: This is not only a salute to current and former members of our Armed Forces, but a major annual community outreach and fundraiser for your post. As before, we ask that each member buy the five tickets in the packet you will receive in the mail.
Use the tickets yourself, give them as gifts, or resell them. Use the return envelope you received to mail your check, or click below to use a credit or debit card ($2.25 credit card transaction fee is included).
Volunteers Needed: To help prepare and serve at this important event. We will begin preparation and setup at 8:30 AM. Click on the “SIGN UP” button below to help for a couple of hours or all day.
May
22
11:00 AM11:00
City of Cumming Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
Join your community, Post 307, and other Veterans groups for the Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the Cumming City Center Lou Sobh Amphitheater.
We will honor our fallen brothers and sisters with new additions to the City’s Avenue of Flags display, hear a keynote address from Tom McDonald (Retired Army Colonel), and more.
Event will be held rain or shine; please plan accordingly.
Please plan to sit on the amphitheater seat wall or bring your own lawn chair.
Legionnaires should wear Legion headgear or full summer Legion attire.
Forsyth County Fire & Sheriff's Department Honor Guard will render the rifle salute.
Jun
1
to Nov 7
American Legion Veterans Raffle
Tickets will be available beginning June 1, 2026. Multiple chances to win. Post 307 will earn $12 per ticket sold!
Jun
20
10:00 AM10:00
Spring "Bucket Drive" Fundraiser
This is our first “Bucket Drive” fundraiser of the year. Come out and support Post 307 by helping us engage with our community and raise money for our 2026-27 service programs. These are fun and rewarding events, so sign up now. We need YOU!
Click below to sign up, or watch your email for the Signup Genius invitation coming soon.
Jun
26
to Jun 28
Sep
12
10:00 AM10:00
CUMMING CITY CENTER MARKET (BOOTH AND DISPLAY)
This year, our Fall fundraising project will be at the “Cumming City Center Market” on September 12 from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm.
(RECRUITING AND FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITY)
Watch for the Signup invitation to be announced.
Nov
7
10:00 AM10:00
Fall "Bucket Drive" Fundraiser in Honor of Veterans Day 2026
This is our first “Bucket Drive” fundraiser of the year. Come out and support Post 307 by helping us engage with our community and raise money for our 2026-27 service programs. These are fun and rewarding events, so sign up now. We need YOU!
Click below to sign up, or watch your email for the Signup Genius invitation coming soon.
Nov
11
11:00 AM11:00
Cumming Veterans Day Celebration
This year’s Veterans Day observance will be held at the Cumming City Center Veterans Memorial, 423 Canton Rd, Cumming, at 11:00 AM on WEDNESDAY, November 11, rain or shine.
Post 307 will be the host VSO this year, responsible for all planning and execution.
Bring a lawn chair and come out to honor our Veterans.
Watch for signup to help set up, recruit, and engage with visitors.
Apr
23
5:30 PM17:30
North Forsyth HS Marine Corps JROTC Change of Command and Awards Ceremony
Post 307 is a longtime supporter of the Marine Corps Junior ROTC cadets at North Forsyth High School. Come help us honor these motivated young cadets in NFHS “Raider Valley” at 5:30pm on April 23rd.
Post 307 will present awards to two outstanding cadets and a substantial donation to the Unit’s rifle team.
Your presence and support mean a great deal to the cadets.
Wear Legion winter uniform if you have it (or headgear alone).
MEMBERS IN LEGION UNIFORM MAY PARTICIPATE IN THE CEREMONIES. PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES EARLY AT 5:00 FOR INSTRUCTIONS. OTHERWISE PLEASE COME AND SUPPORT THE ROTC CADETS AND YOUR POST 307 REPRESENTATIVES at 5:30.
(In case of inclement weather, the event will take place at “Raider Arena”.)
to let us know if you would like to attend, click the sign up! BUTTON below.
Mar
28
12:00 PM12:00
Mar
9
6:30 PM18:30
MONTHLY GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
In addition to the business meeting, this month’s meeting will feature our annual Post Everlasting Ceremony, where we honor the memory of fellow Legionnaires who have passed away in recent months.
Mar
3
10:00 AM10:00
Georgia Department of Veterans Service - VA Claims Assistance Event
The Georgia Department of Veterans Service is available to assist veterans with Veterans Administration benefits and claims.
GDVS's Rico Johnson will be at the AboutFace-USA Center Tuesday March 3rd, 10a-12p for a convenient location for veterans to file claims. Please share this information.
Location is at AboutFace-USA's Veteran Resource and Community Center:
188 Tri County Plaza
Cumming, GA 30040
Mar
2
6:30 PM18:30
Post 307 Executive Committee Meeting
Planning and admin meeting for Post 307 Executive Committee members.
Feb
23
to Feb 26
Post 307 American Legion Boys State and Girls State selection interviews
We will be interviewing candidates for the 2026 Boys State and Girls State events online via ZOOM on Monday February 23 thru Friday February 27 from 12:30 until 3:30 PM each day.
Volunteers are needed to assist in this process.
Sign up below:
Feb
21
11:00 AM11:00
Legion District 9 Quarterly Meeting
NOTE VENUE CHANGE. THIS EVENT IS NOW BEING HELD AT SUGAR HILL LEGION POST 127
Feb
9
6:30 PM18:30
Legion Post 307 High School Oratorical Contest and membership meeting
Our February 9th meeting will be the devoted to the annual Post 307 Constitutional Oratory Contest, where Forsyth County high school students will compete by presenting speeches about the U.S. Constitution. The winner can move through move through several levels of competition, winning significant scholarship money along the way.
Plan to attend and be encouraged about today’s students and share your congratulations with those who compete!
(Our only item of business will be a vote to approve the Post 307 budget for FY2026-27.)
Your fellow Veterans look forward to seeing you at our monthly General Membership meetings.
Feb
2
6:30 PM18:30
Post 307 Executive Committee Meeting
Planning and admin meeting for Post 307 Executive Committee members.
Jan
12
6:30 PM18:30
Monthly General Membership Meeting
Be sure to join us at 6:30pm as we discuss our plans for 2026.
Our special guest speaker will be VFW Post 9143 Chaplain
Matthew J. Pesce, Veteran of the 101st Airborne Division, Vietnam.
"Chaplain Matt" is a retired veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served with the Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Infantry in 1967. He was wounded in action and retired with a 100% disability.
He has served as a hospice volunteer in Veterans Recognition Programs and currently serves as Chaplain of the Dawsonville Vietnam Veterans of America and as Chaplain of VFW Post 9143 in Cumming.
A fellow member of American Legion Post 307, Matthew also serves as a Group Facilitator for the Connection of Forsyth, an addition recovery program.
His message will be about
Veterans and their Commitment to Patriotism.
(Note that the VFW Post 9143 Canteen is now open on Mondays from 3pm until 8pm. Why not come early for some fellowship and camaraderie in the Canteen before the meeting?)
We need YOU! Be there!
Jan
9
6:30 PM18:30
Atlanta Gladiators - American Legion Military Night
On Friday, January 9th, the Atlanta Gladiators are proud to host American Legion Military Night, honoring the brave men and women who have served our country.
We’re offering an exclusive ticket package that comes with a limited-edition Gladiators Challenge Coin—only available through this special offer.
Package Includes:
One ticket to the Gladiators vs. Ghost Pirates game
Commemorative Gladiators Challenge Coin (exclusive to this night)
A chance to see the American Legion present the colors in a powerful pregame ceremony
Join us for an evening of hockey, honor, and tradition as we salute our veterans and active-duty heroes.
Secure your Military Night package now—quantities are limited!
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Don’t forget your discounted parking as well!
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Add-On: Operation Hat Trick Hat
Show your support beyond the game with an official Operation Hat Trick hat. A portion of proceeds go towards Operation Hat Trick, a non-profit that supports the recovery of wounded service members and veterans! Available to be shipped or picked up the day of game.
https://atlanta-gladiators.myshopify.com/products/preorder-atlanta-gladiators-navy-rope-snapback-copy
Jan
5
6:30 PM18:30
Post 307 Executive Committee Meeting
Planning and admin meeting for Post 307 Executive Committee members.
Dec
13
5:00 PM17:00
Cumming Christmas Parade
Post 307 will participate in the Cumming Christmas Parade with our “Howie the Howitzer” float. We’ll decorate the float IN THE CUMMING FAIRGROUNDS PARKING LOT between 3:00 and 3:30 PM and begin lining up NLT 4:00PM at Forsyth Central HS on Tribble Gap Road.
The parade route begins at Forsyth Central High School and ends at the Cumming Fairgrounds.
Post 307 and SAL Squadron 307 members are invited to help decorate and ride or march alongside the float.
SIGN UP HERE:
Dec
8
6:30 PM18:30
Post 307 Christmas Party
Our Christmas Party this year will be held December 8th 6:30 PM at Provino’s Italian Restaurant on Marketplace Blvd in Cumming.
Join your fellow Legionnaires for an evening of fun, food and fellowship!
Bring two unwrapped, new toys (1 for a boy and 1 for a girl) for Toys For Tots.
The Christmas Party will be in lieu of the regular December membership meeting.
ATTIRE: “CHRISTMAS CASUAL”
Watch this space for additional details. Menu selections will be announced at a later date. (You will pay for your meal(s) at the end of the dinner).
Please RSVP by clicking on the SignUp Genius button below.
Dec
1
6:30 PM18:30
Post 307 Executive Committee Meeting
Planning and admin meeting for Post 307 Executive Committee members.
Nov
11
11:00 AM11:00
Cumming Veterans Day Celebration
This year’s Veterans Day observance will be held at the Cumming City Center Veterans Memorial, 423 Canton Rd, Cumming, at 11:00 AM on MONDAY November 11, rain or shine.
Post 307 members will be on hand for wreath-laying ceremonies at the traveling Tomb of the Unknowns.
Bring a lawn chair and come out to honor our Veterans.
Click the signup icon to help set up, recruit, and engage with visitors.
Nov
10
6:30 PM18:30
Monthly General Membership Meeting
(We have moved all future monthly meetings to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9143 facility at 1045 Dahlonega Hwy in Cumming).
Update on the Veterans administration and your Benefits
Pablo Cruz, Veterans Service Officer and Manager, Georgia Department of Veterans Service, will be on hand to speak about the Veterans Administration and your veterans benefits.
Here’s your chance to have your VA benefits questions answered by an expert.
PLUS: News and information about Post 307 events and activities surrounding Veterans Day. Come find out how you can participate!
Nov
8
10:00 AM10:00
Post 307 "Bucket Drive" Fundraiser in honor of Veterans Day 2025
Join us for our Bucket Drive fundraiser in honor of Veterans Day!
We need YOU to help, even if it’s for an hour or two!
Legion or Patriotic casual attire. Help us engage with the public, honor all Veterans, recruit new members, and raise funds for all the service projects we have planned for the next year.
Can’t help by being there in person? Please consider making a donation here:
Nov
3
6:30 PM18:30
Post 307 Executive Committee Meeting
Planning and admin meeting for Post 307 Executive Committee members.
Nov
1
11:00 AM11:00
Quarterly District 9 meeting at Post 45, Canton
District 9 meeting at Post 45, Canton 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Oct
18
11:30 AM11:30
Veterans Rally Point 2025
Your fellow veterans, Veterans Organizations, and vendors from all over the area will be there. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with them and learn about the many organizations and services available to you.
Post 307 will have a tent and a display at this event.
SIGN UP NOW TO HELP US SET UP AND MAN THE POST 307 TENT AT THIS GREAT EVENT.
Oct
13
6:30 PM18:30
Monthly General Membership Meeting
(We have moved all future monthly meetings to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9143 facility at 1045 Dahlonega Hwy in Cumming).
Don’t be a victim of increasingly sophisticated scammers!
It seems that new internet, email, and telephone scams are popping up every day. Learn how to avoid becoming a victim!
The October General Membership meeting will feature a presentation by members of the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office on scams and how to avoid them.
Oct
12
11:00 AM11:00
Post 307 Cumming Fair Parking Concession Fundraiser
The Cumming Fair Parking Concession is a major fundraising opportunity for Post 307. We need YOU to help us collect parking fees, direct patrons to parking spots, and be the smiling face of the American Legion.
There will be two shifts requiring at least eight (8) volunteer workers required per shift. Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron 307 members are also invited to work one or both of the shifts. Shifts are 11:00AM to 3:00PM and 3:00PM to 7:30PM.
Look for the SignUp Genius email in your inbox soon or click below to sign up now, If you can’t commit to work at the event, please consider making a donation by clicking the Donate button below.
Sep
13
10:00 AM10:00
FALL CUMMING CITY CENTER MARKET FUNDRAISER
This year, our Fall Fundraising project will be at the “Cumming City Center Market” on September 13 from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm.
Sign up below to help us make it a success!
Sep
8
6:30 PM18:30
Monthly General Membership Meeting
NOTE: OUR MEETING LOCATION HAS CHANGED!
We have moved all future monthly meetings to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9143 facility at 1045 Dahlonega Hwy in Cumming.
Our special guests at the September 8 General Membership meeting will be some of Post 307’s delegates to this year’s Boys State and Girls State events, who will report on and answer your questions about the events and their experiences.
(One of our speakers was elected as a Senator from Georgia Girls State and went on the Girls Nation event recently).
Be sure to be there to hear from these amazing young leaders!
Aug
16
11:00 AM11:00
August 16 - District 9 meeting at Post 251, Duluth
District 9 meeting at Post 251, Duluth 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Aug
11
6:30 PM18:30
Monthly General Membership Meeting
NOTE: OUR MEETING LOCATION HAS CHANGED
We have moved our monthly meeting venue to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9143 facility at 1045 Dahlonega Hwy in Cumming.
MOVIE NIGHT!
The August meeting will feature a showing of the film “Myths and Truths about the Vietnam War”, courtesy of the Atlanta Vietnam Veterans Business Association.
Invite your fellow veterans and anyone who wants to know more about the War in Vietnam.
No ticket or reservation required, but let us know you’re interested here:
Jul
14
9:30 AM09:30
NO Monthly Membership Meeting in July!
There will be no monthly meeting in July.
Join us at the next meeting at our NEW LOCATION:
VFW Post 9143
1045 Dahlonega Hwy
Cumming, GA
Jul
4
10:00 AM10:00
Annnual Cumming July 4 and Steam Engine Parade
2025 Cumming July 4th
and 67th Annual Thomas-Mashburn Steam Engine
Parade
Join Post 307's "Howie the Howitzer" float and your fellow Legionnaires in the parade. You're needed to help us set up and decorate Howie, and to ride or walk along the parade route.
Post 307 members should wear Legion regalia, either:
Summer dress (no jacket, substitute khaki shorts OK) & any Legion headgear,
Legion golf shirt & any Legion headgear, or
Patriotic colors & Legion headgear if available. (Dave Mullis will have Legion Post 307 caps for sale for those who need them !)
Schedule:
7:15-7:30 TEAM HOWIE meets at Post 127 parking lot to pick up Howie and flags, decorations, give-away items, etc. and tow to Fairgrounds parking lot.
8:00-8:30 DECORATING TEAM meets Howie in Fairgrounds parking lot and decorates the float.
8:30-8:45 We all move Howie to Bank of America parking lot (corner Trimble Gap Rd & W.Main St).
9:00 The rest of the participants assemble and begin line-up in the Bank of America parking lot at the corner of Tribble Gap Rd and W. Main St. in Cumming.
10:00 Parade Starts. End point is Cumming Fairgrounds parking area.
THERE’S STILL TIME TO JOIN US! SIGN UP by clicking below,
Call 470-253-0985 or email us at GAPost307@gmail.com
Jul
1
6:30 PM18:30
Post 307 Executive Committee Meeting
Executive Committee Meeting
Review and planning meeting for Post 307 leadership.