Veterans Day Service at the Legion
Join us at 11:11am at the Legion for our Veterans Day Service, followed by hot dogs in the canteen
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THANKSGIVING for our ACTIVE MILITARY in South Jersey
On Thanksgiving Day, (Thursday, November 25, 2021) a warm welcome and a Thanksgiving feast await some out of state active military personnel that are currently training and are unable to … Continue reading →
Halloween Costume Party in the Legion Canteen
Halloween Costume Party in the Legion Canteen at 7pm October 30, 2021 ! Bring a snack to enjoy with the party!
Continue reading →Holiday Party at the Legion
Holiday Party at the Legion from 1pm – 5pm. Holiday Music, Happy Hour Prices, Fun and Food – Bring a Dish.
Continue reading →Log Splitting – Nov 6 – at the Legion
Volunteers Wanted ! Help us get our firewood split and set up to keep all our members cozy and warm at the canteen fireplace and outside firepit as the chilly … Continue reading →
Eagle Scout Kyle Ott
Commander Grizz was honored to be able to present a Certificate of Achievement to Eagle Scout Kyle Ott at his Court of Honor. Kyle’s project was to clean up the … Continue reading →
Poker Run / Toy Drive
NJ Widows Sons MC will be holding a Poker Run / Toy Drive on October 23, 2021 For those interested in the Poker Run, there are two convenient starting locations; … Continue reading →
Blood Drive October 18th
SAVE A LIFE – GIVE BLOOD ! American Legion Post 372 Blood Drive is Monday, October 18th from 2pm-7pm. To register to give blood, visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive and type in Sponsor … Continue reading →
FREE Dinner for Veterans at Legion
WE are full to capacity and can not take any more RSVPS 10/09/2021 – 6th Annual Veteran/Military Appreciation Dinner: Cherry Hill PBA will be sponsoring the 6th Annual Veterans Free … Continue reading →
Wawa Hoagies
We were honored to be the recipient of Wawa Hoagies during their “Welcome America” celebration in July. They dropped off dozens of assorted hoagies for all to enjoy – including … Continue reading →
Eagle Scout Presentation
Commander Joe “Grizz” Merimonde was honored to present Eagle Scout Ian August James Sexauer with a Good Citizenship Citation on Saturday, September 18th, 2021. Ian’s project was to renovate a … Continue reading →
Escort, Flag Line and Party for USN GMC Dan O’Pella !
One of our members – USN GMC Dan O’Pella will be having his Navy Retirement Ceremony aboard the Battleship NJ on Sunday, September 19th followed by a celebration party at … Continue reading →
Donations for US Military / Refugees – Drop off at Legion
The 32nd Air Refueling Squadron Booster Club (Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ) is looking for care package items to aid our US Air Crews working through the crisis overseas as well … Continue reading →
Stand Down at Cherry Hill Armory
The annual Stand Down of South Jersey will be held this year on Friday September 24, 2021! Join fellow American Legion and community Volunteers to help at this great event … Continue reading →
Xmas in July at the Legion
JOIN the FUN for our first ever CHRISTMAS in JULY – Legion Members and Friends Saturday, July 24th – begins at 1pm in the Picnic Grove (rain date, July 31st) … Continue reading →
Family Day – Food, Fun, Games, Raffle, 50/50s and more
Yes, FAMILY DAY is back! After having to cancel our Annual Family Day last year due to COVID, we are ready to rock and roll this year! Join us on … Continue reading →
Military Honors for Bob Patterson
A somber couple of days while friends and members of the American Legion laid to rest US Navy Veteran Bob Patterson at Brigadier General William C Doyle Memorial Cemetery after … Continue reading →
Classic Car Show Saturday, September 25th, 2021 – 10am – 2pm. (Rain Date September 26th). Location: American Legion Post 372, 1532 Martin Ave., Cherry Hill, NJ. For complete details and … Continue reading →
Funeral details Legionnaire Robert Patterson Jr
Robert J. Patterson Jr., longtime Pennsauken resident passed away Thursday, June 25, 2021. He was 70. A US Navy veteran, Bob was a beloved part of the Pennsauken Public School … Continue reading →
Bravo Young Men !
BRAVO Young Men !!!! …. American Legion Post 372 proudly sponsors local Boys for the NJ American Legion Boys State Program every year. The 75th Session of Jersey Boys State … Continue reading →
Thank You – Jeep Show
Thank you to everyone who participated in, volunteered, contributed to and came out to support the 1st Annual Cherry Hill Jeep Show. American Legion post 372 and NJ Jeep Association … Continue reading →
July 8th Movie – Invincible
Join us for our Summer Drive In Movie Nights – Next movie date is Thursday, July 8th. Starts at dusk. $5 per person. (If raining it will be cancelled). First … Continue reading →
Post 372 sponsor 4 girls for Legion Girls State!
We are proud to announce that we have sponsored 4 girls – Hope Elgart, Emma Shannon, Myia Dargan and Vicki Wang – all of Camden Catholic High School – for … Continue reading →
Meet our American Legion Baseball Kids!
What better way to support our Legion Family youth than attending one of the Post 372 Legion Baseball teams games?!?!? – and they play home games right behind our parking lot … Continue reading →
Flag Retirement Services with our Youth
Thank you to all those that attended and participated in our annual Flag Retirement Service held on Flag Day, June 14, 2021. Participants included American Legion Post 372 officers, members, … Continue reading →
Help Greg Walk Again
HELP Greg WALK AGAIN – Greg Discher, a true patriot and devoted community first responder ( American Legion SAL Officer, Life member of Rehab 13 – Deer Park Fire Company … Continue reading →
Boys State 2021 sponsored by Post 372
We are proud to announce the young men that will be representing American Legion Post 372 at Boys State this year ! Devin Hughes , Michael Rodriguez , Michael Alverez, … Continue reading →
Movie Nites – Thursday Theatre
Movie Titles to be announced soon. $5 Blanket. $20 a car. Movie starts at dusk. Pay at door. First come, first serve. Will be cancelled for rain.
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Rummage Sales at the American Legion every 3rd Saturday from April – August. Dates are April 17th, May 15th, June 19th, July 17th, August 21st, 2021. Location: American Legion, 1532 … Continue reading →
Life Line Screening May 6th
Life Line Screening, the nation’s leading provider of preventive health screenings, will offer affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings at American Legion Post #372 on Thursday, May 6, 2021. A package … Continue reading →
Closed today due to inclement weather
Due to inclement weather and to allow for plowing of our parking lot, we will be closed today.
Continue reading →Camden County Freedom Medal recipient Sue Quinn-Morris
Twelve Camden County residents will be honored for their selfless contributions to improving their community at the 2021 Camden County Freedom Medal Ceremony. The award, created by the Board of … Continue reading →
Blood Drive at American Legion Cherry Hill
BLOOD DRIVE – Be the Lifeline Patients Need – January 7th, 2021 – Must schedule appointment. Location: American Legion Post 372, 1532 Martin Ave., Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. All donors … Continue reading →
Passing of Bob “Uncle Bob” Flannery
It is with deep sadness we report the passing of American Legion Post 372 SAL member and dear friend, Bob “Uncle Bob” Flannery. RIP Uncle Bo
Continue reading →Membership Card Check beginning Jan 1, 2021
Effective January 1, 2021, bartenders will be checking Membership Cards, so be sure you have your 2021 Membership Card with you! If you have not renewed your membership, please do … Continue reading →
Holiday Hours 2020
Christmas Eve: 12noon – no later than 8pm Christmas Day: Closed New Years Eve: 12noon – closing when Robin says so New Years Day: Open regular hours. Special Announcement for … Continue reading →
Toy & Pet Supply Drive
The American Legion Post 372 Auxiliary held their annual Toy and Pet Supply drive from November 21st – December 15th, 2020. From stuffed animals to bicycles, and pet toys – … Continue reading →
Great Success – Thanksgiving for the Troops & Fallen Memorial
Thursday, November 26, 2020 – THANKSGIVING DAY – With the rain subsiding just in time, our community was able to give some troops a rockstar surprise welcoming on Thanksgiving Day! … Continue reading →
Fallen Tribute Towers – Remembering Our Fallen – Cherry Hill
Traveling War Memorial that honors our post 9/11 military Fallen. The American Legion Post 372 of Cherry Hill will be hosting the traveling Fallen Tribute Towers November 4th – 8th, … Continue reading →
SPONSORS of the FALLEN TRIBUTE TOWERS A Huge Thank You goes out to all that donated to help us host the Fallen Tribute Towers at American Legion Post 372 in … Continue reading →
Thanksgiving Dinner for the troops
On Thanksgiving Day, (Thursday, November 26, 2020) a warm welcome and a Thanksgiving feast await some out of state active military men & women that are currently training and are … Continue reading →
Awards to Mirarchi Brothers & Rich Dickinson
Presentation at the American Legion Tuesday, October 14th to Mirarchi Brothers for their generous help in upgrading the electric at the American Legion and certificate to Rich Dickinson for his … Continue reading →
Passing of John “JC” Christ
It is with deep regret we report the passing of American Legion Post 372 Senior Vice Commander, John “JC” Christ on October 11, 2020. Senior Master Sgt. John E. Christ … Continue reading →
Drive In Movie & Dinner for Vets & Active Military
Great COVID friendly event for our VETERANS and ACTIVE Military – hosted by Cherry Hill PBA 176 DRIVE IN Movie and Dinner – Featured Film, Kelly’s Heroes, Dinner Catered by … Continue reading →
Fallen Tribute Towers – Honoring our Camden County Heroes post 9/11
Fallen Tribute Towers – Ceremony honoring all the post 9/11 military Fallen Heroes from Camden County on Friday, September 11th at 9:30am on Veterans Island, where the Fallen Tribute Towers … Continue reading →
Free Produce Boxes September 14th
We have another date for FREE PRODUCE Produce Box Distribution – September 14th from 10am – 12noon – CAMDEN COUNTY Residents – Pick up at American Legion, 1532 Martin Ave, … Continue reading →
Opening Inside September 4, 2020
Message from the Commander: On Friday, September 4, 2020, we will open inside for business. No more than 25 people. Chairs will be 6 feet apart unless same household. Masks … Continue reading →
Traveling Fallen Tribute Towers – Remembering our Fallen
Traveling Fallen Tribute Towers – Remembering our Fallen will be on display from Sept 9th – Sept 15 at Veterans Island, Cherry Hill, NJ. (Cooper River). Open for public visitation … Continue reading →
Deep Cleaning Closure
8/28 – Message from Commander: The American Legion will be closed 8/28 to 8/30 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) for deep cleaning to keep all our members safe. Sorry for this inconvenience … Continue reading →
Passing of Ed Dowhy
It is with deep sorrow we report the passing of our dear friend, SAL Trustee and retired Camden City Police Lt. Edward Dowhy. Ed’s funeral will be Wednesday, August 26th … Continue reading →
Passing of wife of Legionnaire Tom Adams
We are saddened to report the passing of Kathleen Adams, the wife of Legionnaire Tom Adams. Kathleen Adams Obit: With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Kathleen Adams of … Continue reading →
Classic Car Show at the Legion
Classic Car Show American Legion Post 372 presents…. CLASSIC CAR SHOW is being held today (9/26) Saturday, September 26th, 2020 – 10am – 2pm. (Rain Date September 27th). Location: American … Continue reading →
Distribution Dates/Times – Operation Produce
Cherry Hill NJ Residents in need…FREE PRODUCE BOXES…. Includes; Includes; Lettuce, Potatoes, Carrots, Apples,Oranges, Cucumbers, Celery, Onions and Tomatoes (some variation of produce may apply). Pick Up Location: American Legion … Continue reading →
Operation Produce – PBA delivers 3 truckloads
Our partners from the Cherry Hill PBA picked up 3 truckloads of Produce Boxes and delivered them to the Cherry Hill Food Pantry to help feed those in need. Job … Continue reading →
Partnering together for our Cherry Hill Residents
TOUGH TIMES – It’s no surprise that there are many in need these days– and we are here to help! – the American Legion, Cherry Hill PBA, Cherry Hill Professional … Continue reading →
Great turnout for Flag Retirement Ceremony
Thanks to all who came out for our Annual Flag Retirement Ceremony, including Camden County Freeholder and Gold Star Mother, Melinda Kane, Camden County Veterans Affairs – Ted Gallagher and … Continue reading →
This weeks Chef Patti’s Hours
Since reopening a couple of weeks ago, the Legion has had a limited menu available – mainly hot dogs/chips. This will remain in effect as long as the kitchen is … Continue reading →
Operation Food Drop III
Help us help veterans and our local Cherry Hill Food Pantry for those in need during these difficult times. We will be holding OPERATION FOOD DROP at the American Legion … Continue reading →
Flag Retirement Ceremony
Join the Boy Scouts of America and American Legion Post 372 for their annual Flag Retirement Ceremony which will take place on Monday, July 20th at 7:30pm in the Picnic … Continue reading →
Re-Opening of the Legion !
We are excited to announce that we will be RE-OPENING on Monday, June 22, 2020. Daily Hours of Operation for now will be 12pm – 8pm. While we are excited … Continue reading →
Picking up Flags at Locustwood
Anyone wishing to help pick up the flags from the veterans graves at Locustwood should meet at the cemetery on June 9th at 9am.
Continue reading →Boy Scouts Awards in Picnic Grove
Cherry Hill Boy Scout Pack 252 is new to our Legion and we couldnt be more excited! On Sunday, June 7, 2020 they held their awards ceremony – in the … Continue reading →
Operation Food Drop a SUCCESS
On Thursday, June 4th, 2020, we held another “Operation Food Drop”, in conjunction with the Cherry Hill PBA and Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters from 10am – 3pm at the American … Continue reading →
Hunger is real for many veterans and local community members
Hunger is all too real for many of our local veterans and community members. Stop by the Legion on June 4th between 10am – 3pm as the doors will be … Continue reading →
Report, Videos, Photos Memorial Day, House Decorating Contest, Flagging of Graves
Flagging of Locustwood 85th ANNUAL FLAGGING of the VETERANS GRAVES at Locustwood Today, there are over 2300 VETERANS GRAVES in Locustwood Cemetery – some of which are located in a … Continue reading →
Passing of Air Force Veteran Bill Foster
It is with deep regret we inform you of the passing of American Legion Post 372 Air Force veteran, Bill Foster. His smiling face and gentlemanly ways will truly be … Continue reading →
Passing of Longtime SAL Officer Frannie Keashen
It is with deep sadness we report the passing of long time SAL member, past officer (Historian) and great friend Frannie Keashen . Gone too soon, but filled us with … Continue reading →
85th ANNUAL FLAGGING of the VETERANS GRAVES at Locustwood
Today, there are over 2300 VETERANS GRAVES in Locustwood Cemetery – some of which are located in a dedicated American Legion Section and also in a dedicated Jewish Veterans … Continue reading →
Flagging of Colestown Cemetery
FLAGGING of the VETERANS GRAVES at Colestown Cemetery There are over 400 VETERANS GRAVES in Colestown Cemetery – among many heroes that rest here are Medal of Honor recipient George … Continue reading →
Letter from Jewish War Veterans Post 126
In honor of Memorial Day, one symbolic American Flag was placed at Crescent Memorial Park for the over 1,200 Jewish Veterans who are interred there and in support of American … Continue reading →
Update and What’s Been Going On at the Legion….May 2020
During the early weeks of the Coronavirus pandemic, members of the American Legion Post 372 assisted in moving a veteran in need into a new apartment in Collingswood. What an … Continue reading →
Replacing Ole Glory
American Legion Cherry Hill NJ members, along with Cherry Hill Police Department replace our tattered flags out front. Thank you for honoring Old Glory!
Continue reading →Helping a Veteran in Need
During the early weeks of the Coronavirus pandemic, members of the American Legion Post 372 assisted in moving a veteran in need into a new apartment in Collingswood. What an … Continue reading →
Food Drop to benefit Veterans and Cherry Hill Food Pantry
Help us help veterans and our local Cherry Hill Food Pantry for those in need during these difficult times. We will be holding OPERATION FOOD DROP at the American Legion … Continue reading →
Boys State Postponed until 2021
Effective today, April 18, 2020, our 2020 session has been postponed to 2021. Our 2021 session, to be held June 20th to June 25th, 2021, will be a “joint session” … Continue reading →
Coronavirus Updates and Help Available
We hope that all our members, their families and friends are safe and remain diligent in the battle against the Coronavirus. While our Commander continues to do “Buddy Checks”, if … Continue reading →
Food Banks
For many, these are trying times for a variety of reasons. If you are in need of some help with food, find the nearest food bank to you. Alternatively, if … Continue reading →
Coronavirus Map and Stats
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Continue reading →Remodeling at the Legion
Remodeling has continued at the Legion as construction was deemed essential – our new kitchen looks spectacular so far and we’ve also given the Hall an uplift with a new … Continue reading →
Legion Closed due to Coronavirus
Amid the battle against the novel coronavirus, and the orders from Governor Phil Murphy, the American Legion Post 372 will close at 8pm on March 16, 2020 until further notice. … Continue reading →
Passing of Bubbles Deconcini and William Nims
It’s been a rough time around the Legion and we regret to inform you of the passing of Bubbles (Bobby D’s beloved mom) and SAL member Doug Nims brother, William. … Continue reading →
32nd Annual Veterans Prayer Breakfast
32nd Annual Veterans Prayer Breakfast All veterans, spouses, children/grandchildren are welcome. A catered breakfast sponsored by the Camden County Freeholders follows the service. Please RSVP by calling (856) 374-5801 or … Continue reading →
Funeral Details SAL Officer Dave D’Orazio
It is with deep regret we inform you of the passing of SAL Officer Dave D’Orazio. He will be missed tremendously by everyone at the American Legion. A dear friend … Continue reading →
Electrical Materials and Work Donated to Legion
The Mirarchi Brothers Inc.(MBI) heard of an electrical issue at the ALCH Post 372 a few months ago. MBI owner Ralph Mirarchi, offered to donate all of the material, parts, … Continue reading →
Super Bowl at the Legion
What a great turnout for the Superbowl at the Legion, with tons of delicious food for all to enjoy. Turned out to be a great game, all except the Philadelphia … Continue reading →
Flag Line, Motorcycles & Smoke Bombs
Saturday, January 25th – Motorcycles, Flag Line & SMOKE BOMBS – All welcome (if you need flag, come to Legion first and borrow one). Malik Thompsons is currently deployed in Afghanistan and … Continue reading →
Shriners Hospital Donation Collection – PBA / CHPFF
Our friends from the Cherry Hill PBA and Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters have teamed up to collect new, unwrapped toys and gifts for the children at Shriners Hospitals from Children … Continue reading →
Holiday Collections – The Power of Giving
Wow ! What a great outpouring of generosity from our Legion members this holiday season! With our final collection wrapped up, we are happy to report that we were able … Continue reading →
Legion Holiday Party Rocks !
On Saturday, December 14, 2019 the American Legion in Cherry Hill hosted it’s annual Holiday Party. Despite the dreary weather, and the usual holiday madness, members came out in full … Continue reading →
Kid’s Holiday Party 2010
Wow, what a great time our kids had with Santa ! Our very own Richie Derer played the part great! The kids, and parents, also enjoyed a great breakfast and … Continue reading →
Cpt Greg Dalessio 5K Run/Walk 2019
For the 12th year our community came out to honor and remember Cherry Hill KIA Cpt Greg Dalessio at the annual Dalessio 5K Run/Walk held in the Knollwood section of … Continue reading →
Cancelled – Wing Bowl 2020 !
COME CHEER on your favorite TEAM or enter your own team ! Event includes Wings, Beer, Basket Auctions, Door Prizes, 50/50 ! Spectator Tickets $25/pp includes 15 wings, beer, water. … Continue reading →
Legion Scholarships Awarded
We are pleased to announce these Legion Scholarships were awarded to the following young men. Jack Huhn Scholarship : Joseph Wright, Tom Goldy Scholarship; Jared Hemandez and the Lance Peck … Continue reading →
Auxiliary Helps the Needy during the Holiday Season
Our Auxiliary ran a food donation drive to collect food for our less fortunate neighbors/veterans. A huge thank you goes out to all that donated. Because of these donations there … Continue reading →
Tailgate Party at the Legion
American Legion Post 372 members gathered round the new firepits in the picnic grove for our first annual Tailgate Party on Sunday, November 17th, 2019. Members Mary Breen, Denny and … Continue reading →
Norcross announces Apprenticeships to Veterans Education
American Legion Post 372 was contacted by Congressmen Donald Norcross’s office to hold a Press Conference at the Legion on November 7th. The press conference was to announce the BRAVE … Continue reading →
Post 372 participates in 5th Annual Philadelphia Veterans Parade
American Legion Post 372 members Mary Breen, Dennis Gibbons, Sue Quinn-Morris and Rich Dickson participated in the 5th Annual Philadelphia Veterans Parade on November 5, 2019. We had our American … Continue reading →
4th Annual Veterans Dinner by Cherry Hill PBA
On October 6, 2019, the Cherry Hill Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA) held it’s 2019 annual Veterans Dinner. The veterans dinner was started by the CHPD PBA in 2016 as a … Continue reading →