Manhasset American Legion Auxiliary Unit 304

Manhasset Unit 304 held its annual holiday luncheon at the Jolly Fisherman on December  9.  In addition to enjoying the delicious food and splendid company, the Unit continued what has also become an annual tradition.  Corresponding Secretary Anne Hedberg shopped for and packaged children’s gloves/mittens, hats and scarfs.  Members purchased the gift packages, prepared cards for each and the gifts were then delivered to the Northport VA Medical Center for the children of our active military and returning veterans.  Thanks to everyone for another great year!

Front – second from the right: Elizabeth Parrella at the Gift Shop with other members of the Nassau County American Legion Auxiliary

The Nassau County Committee of the American Legion Auxiliary sponsors an annual Gift Shop for veterans at the Northport VA Medical Center.  The veterans are offered items from which to select holiday gifts for family members.  This year they also received gifts for themselves.  The Gift Shop took place during the last week of November.  Vice President and Treasurer, Elizabeth Parrella attended the Gift Shop.   She helped to set up the room, sort items, fold clothing and cut wrapping paper in preparation for the selection/distribution of gifts for the veterans.  In addition, she donated Christmas cards that were used by the veterans for their family.  Thank you, Elizabeth, for spreading holiday cheer to those who have given so much for our great nation!

Elizabeth Parrella and Carol-Anne Condon spent Tuesday, November 22nd, at the Freeport Armory assisting our struggling and homeless veterans.  Manhasset Unit 304 purchased new clothing items for the veterans and Elizabeth and Carol-Anne helped our veterans choose from a large selection of donated items for the winter.  The veterans also received information from the VA Medical Center, the Nassau County Veterans Service Agency and various other organizations providing information, assistance and, hopefully, opportunities for future employment.  The veterans enjoyed a Thanksgiving feast prior to departing.

Thanks, Elizabeth and Carol-Anne for giving so freely of your time!

Carol-Anne Condon and Vice President and Treasurer, Elizabeth Parrella

Past Nassau County American Legion Auxiliary President Mary Hansen-Sterger with Elizabeth Parrella