<![CDATA[KILTONIC POST 72 - AMERICAN LEGION - News]]>Tue, 19 May 2026 02:28:25 -0400Weebly<![CDATA[Memorial Day ceremonies & Parade Updates]]>Mon, 24 May 2021 14:00:28 GMThttps://www.kiltonicpost72.org/news1/memorial-day-ceremonies-parade-updatesFor Immediate release
5/24/2021

​The following is a News Release regarding the schedule of Memorial Services on Memorial Day May 31st, 2021.   The annual parade has been canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions.
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The American Legion, Kiltonic Post 72 will be conducting Memorial services at the following locations in Southington on the morning of Memorial Day Monday, May 31st:
 
Panthorn Park                          located on Burritt St.                            7:30 AM
Wonx Springs Cemetery          located on Marion Ave.                        7:45 AM
Quinnipiac Cemetery               located on Marion Ave.                        8:00 AM
Recreation Park,                       located on Southend Road                    8:20 AM
South End Cemetery                located on Southend Road                    8:30 AM
Immaculate Cemetery              located on South End Road                  8:35 AM
Orchards at Southington           located on Hobart St.                            8:45 AM
 
The Marine Corps League will be conducting Memorial services at the following locations in Southington on the morning of Memorial Day Monday, May 31st:
 
Memorial Park                         located on Woodruff St.                       7: 30 AM
Oak Hill Cemetery                   located at the intersection of                7: 45 AM
Queen St. and Flanders Rd.
Holy Trinity Cemetery             located on Prospect St.                         8: 05 AM
West Street Cemetery              located on West Street Extension         8: 15 AM
St. Thomas Cemetery               located on Meriden Ave.                      8: 35 AM
 
The Veteran organizations from Southington will hold a joint Flag raising ceremony at the Southington Care Center at 9:00AM.
 
Times given are approximate and may vary slightly.                            
 
This year’s parade has been cancelled.

A Ceremony honoring Veterans will be held at 10:55am in front of the American Legion Home, at 64 Main St. Southington CT.
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Please direct all questions regarding our Memorial Day services to Jason Cap, Commander at 860-305-3673 or via email at jcap@kiltonicpost72.org
]]><![CDATA[American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 collecting for veterans in veterans home and Health center for devices to help them stay connected during the covid-19 pandemic]]>Tue, 12 May 2020 14:52:35 GMThttps://www.kiltonicpost72.org/news1/american-legion-kiltonic-post-72-collecting-for-veterans-in-veterans-home-and-health-center-for-devices-to-help-them-stay-connected-during-the-covid-19-pandemicSouthington, CT – The American Legion Kiltonic Post 72, located across from the town green at 64 Main Street, will be collecting donations on May 16th between 12 noon and 2 pm (look for American Flags along sidewalk) for the Veterans who are at both the Residential Program and Healthcare Center at the Connecticut Veterans Home in Rocky Hill.  There are currently 89 Veterans in the Healthcare Center and 134 Veterans residing in the Residential Program.  Due to COVID-19 and enhanced protocols, social distancing and various isolation wings in place to keep Veterans safe at the facilities, the American Legion is asking for donations to provide various items to these Veterans at the Veterans Home to assist in this time of uncertainty and help make it a bit more comfortable through the crisis.  A few of the items we will purchase with these donations for the Veterans are flat screen smart TV's and prepaid Trac-Phones for both entertainment and communicating with their families and friends, laundry detergent and coffee.   You can stop by on Saturday and drop off your donations or mail them to Kiltonic Post 72, PO Box 217, Southington, CT 06489 Attn: Rocky Hill Fund. There is also a link at our Web site http://www.kiltonicpost72.org/  bottom of page for online donations there is a spot to put note please write in Rocky Hill Fund. Also, on Saturday May 16th we will be able to accept credit card donations.



]]><![CDATA[American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 hosts second comedy night of the year.]]>Tue, 16 Apr 2019 13:21:13 GMThttps://www.kiltonicpost72.org/news1/american-legion-kiltonic-post-72-hosts-second-comedy-night-of-the-yearAmerican Legion Kiltonic Post 72 hosts second comedy night of the year.
Post holds second comedy night of 2019 on April 27th at 7pm.
 
Southington, CT – The American Legion Kiltonic Post 72, located across from the town green at 64 Main Street, will be hosting its second comedy night for 2019!    The show features comedians Madelein Smith, Linda Belt and Angel Rentas.   Advance Tickets are $20 and available online at tickets.kiltonicpost72.org or at the post lounge.   Full Tables of 8 are available for $150.   Tickets at the door are $25.   For more information on the show, please contact the Senior Vice Commander, Jason Cap at 860-305-3673 or email jcap@kiltonicpost72.org.  
Media Contacts:                              
Bob Abbott – Communications Officer babbott@kiltonicpost72.org  860-424-7683
                Jason Cap – Senior Vice Commander  jcap@kiltonicpost72.org  860-305-3673
 
Additional Information:
                About The American Legion - www.kiltonicpost72.org/about
 
]]><![CDATA[American Legion builds ramp for disabled veteran]]>Sun, 24 Mar 2019 15:52:18 GMThttps://www.kiltonicpost72.org/news1/american-legion-builds-ramp-for-disabled-veteranAmerican Legion Kiltonic Post 72 builds ramp for disabled veteran.
American Legion builds ramp for disabled veteran.
 
Southington, CT – The American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 Service Officer, Igino Torone, received a call from a neighbor who had a friend in need of help.   The friend, who is a Korean War veteran and, in a wheelchair, has difficulties trying to get in and out of the house because of the steps in front of their house.   Mr. Torone was able to reach out to the veteran’s spouse who invited him out to their home to see what work would be needed.   Upon leaving, Mr. Torone went to Home Depot, as they have helped in similar cases, was able to donate the wood needed to build the ramp.   Legion Officer Cliff Wright volunteered to build the ramp for the veteran.   The couple was very thankful to the American Legion and Home Depot for the help.   If you know of a veteran who is in need of assistance, please reach out to our Service Officer at 860-628-9890 or email serviceofficer@kiltonicpost72.org.
Media Contacts:                              
Bob Abbott – Communications Officer babbott@kiltonicpost72.org  860-424-7683
                Jason Cap – Senior Vice Commander  jcap@kiltonicpost72.org  860-305-3673
 
Additional Information:
                About The American Legion - www.kiltonicpost72.org/about
               
                

]]><![CDATA[American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 hosts Veterans Benefits Informational Session]]>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 14:06:49 GMThttps://www.kiltonicpost72.org/news1/american-legion-kiltonic-post-72-hosts-veterans-benefits-informational-sessionFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3/20/2019
Jason Cap
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72
860-305-3673
jcap@kiltonicpost72.org
 
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 hosts Veterans Benefits Informational Session.
Post to hold Veterans Benefits Informational Session on Sunday April 7th at 1PM.
 
Southington, CT – The American Legion Kiltonic Post 72, located across from the town green at 64 Main Street, will be hosting a Veterans Information Session in the post hall (upstairs) that will include a guest speaker from the VA Health System as well as Service Officers from both the Post and Department of Connecticut (American Legion) available to go over benefits and services that are available and answer any questions you may have.  Topics will include:
  • VA Healthcare System (you may be eligible and don’t even know)
  • How to enter the VA System
  • Non-VA Emergency care
  • Veterans’ Health Benefits Handbook
  • Emergency Assistance
  • How to obtain a copy of your DD-214
  • Other topics that veterans in attendance would like to discuss
The American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 will also be having a post informational session for new members and those interested in joining the legion prior to the meeting at Noon in the post lounge (downstairs).   Post officers will be available to go over the programs and services that the Legion has to offer our Veterans and our community.   The post lounge is now smoke free and we invite all members to check out our newly remodeled lounge.
For more information on either of the programs, please contact the Senior Vice Commander, Jason Cap at 860-305-3673 or email jcap@kiltonicpost72.org.  
Media Contacts:                              
Bob Abbott – Communications Officer babbott@kiltonicpost72.org  860-424-7683
                Jason Cap – Senior Vice Commander  jcap@kiltonicpost72.org  860-305-3673
 
Additional Information:
                About The American Legion - www.kiltonicpost72.org/about
               
               
                                               
 

]]><![CDATA[American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 hosts first comedy night of the year.]]>Mon, 28 Jan 2019 20:47:02 GMThttps://www.kiltonicpost72.org/news1/american-legion-kiltonic-post-72-hosts-first-comedy-night-of-the-year
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 1/28/2019
Jason Cap
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72
860-305-3673
jcap@kiltonicpost72.org
 
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 hosts first comedy night of the year.
Post holds first comedy night of 2019 on February 16 at 7pm.
 
Southington, CT – The American Legion Kiltonic Post 72, located across from the town green at 64 Main Street, will be hosting our first comedy night for 2019!    The show features comedians Jody Sloane, Steve Guilmette and Tim McKeever.   Advance Tickets are $20 and available online at tickets.kiltonicpost72.org or at the post lounge.   Full Tables of 8 are available for $150.   Tickets at the door are $25.   For more information on the show, please contact the Senior Vice Commander, Jason Cap at 860-305-3673 or email jcap@kiltonicpost72.org.  
Media Contacts:                             
Bob Abbott – Communications Officer babbott@kiltonicpost72.org  860-424-7683
               Jason Cap – Senior Vice Commander  jcap@kiltonicpost72.org  860-305-3673
 
Additional Information: 
               About The American Legion - www.kiltonicpost72.org/about
]]><![CDATA[Realty Meeting]]>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 16:09:00 GMThttps://www.kiltonicpost72.org/news1/realty-meeting​“American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 Realty Corporation will have their annual meeting on February 12 at 7pm at Legion Post Home. All Post 72 Legion Members are invited to hear annual report and to elect 3 Directors to replace 3 outgoing Directors. “



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