As part of an event planned for March 19, 2022, American Legion Post 34 will invite veterans and the public to learn about the Post’s role in World War II while enjoying a BBQ lot of liberty excitement and red hot entertainment from the era provided by the Manhattan Dolls, the Andrew Sisters of today.
Guests can see the Manhattan Dolls LIVE as American Legion Post 34 celebrates the veterans of WWII during a USO show that will take you back in time to the sights and sounds of the era. The Dolls perform for the public at 1 PM and 3 PM as part of a day-long event in Al Morgan Hall.
Tickets are available now for this special event. Tickets, which are $15 per show and $20 at the door, if available, can be purchased at the Post (after 10 AM), call Dan at 480-231-7700 or email azpost34commander@gmail.com. Seating is limited.
American Legion Post 34 is turning 75 in 2022 and veterans are planning a year chock full of events, tributes, patriotism and the celebration of freedom. The Faces of Freedom kicks off with a salute to the men and women who served in World War II. The entertainment gets underway with a breakfast from 8-10 AM, a BBQ that runs from 12-4 PM, the Dolls two shows, then live music beginning at 4 PM.
Chartered in 1947, American Legion Post 34 has been giving back to community charitable organizations for more than 75 years. The Post, whose mission is to support and advocate on behalf of veterans, active military and their families, consistently reaches out to assist veterans and others in need.
On Saturday, March 19, a flyover, provided by Wings of Flight Foundation out of Falcon Field, will take place at 12 PM. The planes will fly over Cave Creek Road headed west and then turn around and head east; all part of a patriotic salute to veterans as part of American Legion Post 34’s 75th anniversary. Residents and visitors also can watch the rodeo parade beginning at 9 AM (while enjoying breakfast burritos from 8-10 AM) at the Post, followed by two USO-type shows at 1 and 3 PM performed by the Manhattan Dolls. Music follows at the Post from 4-7 PM.