The streets of Middleburg were packed on Saturday for the town’s annual Christmas parades. Community members from all over gathered to watch mounted foxhunt riders and hounds from The Middleburg Hunt travel down Washington Street. That parade was followed at 2 p.m. by the town’s regular parade complete with marching bands, vintage cars, Mayor Bridge … Read more
We had a great turnout for Veteran’s Day in Middleburg. First, Boy Scout Troop 2950 cooked a heartfelt breakfast for our Veterans, expressing gratitude not only for their service but also for their enduring support of the troop. Following breakfast, we convened in front of the Post Office to unveil our Middleburg Hometown Heroes Banner … Read more
The small town of Middleburg came alive with patriotism, excitement, and community spirit as the Middleburg American Legion Post 295 and the Middleburg Lions Club teamed up to host a memorable 4th of July celebration at the Middleburg Charter School. This festive event featured a delightful blend of live music, delectable hotdogs and hamburgers, and … Read more
Memorial Day is a time when we come together as a community to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the military. Middleburg American Legion Post 195 and Haymarket American Legion Post 1799 commemorated the day by organizing a special Pasta Feed as a show of … Read more
In honor of Remembrance Day and Memorial Day weekend, members of American Legion Post 295 took to the streets, distributing Poppies in front of Middleburg Safeway and Giant in Aldie. This heartfelt gesture aimed to commemorate the sacrifices of fallen servicemen and women and support veterans and their families. Throughout the weekend, volunteers dedicated their … Read more
Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area Association (VPHAA), in partnership with American Legion Post 295, proudly hosted an extraordinary event on May 25th, 2023. Attendees had the privilege of joining Army National Guard Historian Aaron Heft as he delved into the captivating experiences of Virginian National Guardsmen from the esteemed 29th Division. This insightful journey took us … Read more
At the annual spring conference of District 16, American Legion members convened to discuss and plan ongoing activities aligned with the organization’s mission. The conference provided a platform for members to come together, share insights, and collaborate on initiatives that support veterans and their communities. One of the notable highlights of the conference was the … Read more
American Legion Boys and Girls State programs are a fantastic opportunity for young people to learn about civic engagement and leadership. To select the most qualified candidates for these programs, the American Legion Post 295 conducted interviews with high school students from several local schools. Both programs will be conducted from Sunday June 18 to Saturday … Read more
