Kentucky Derby Party

Canteen 783 West Market Street, Lower Level, Akron, OH, United States

Our Kentucky Derby Party Gates open at 4:00pm. We'll be serving Hot Browns and adult beverages! If you're considering joining the American Legion, or transferring your membership to the oldest Post in Summit County, this will be a great chance to mingle and have fun! See you there!

Memorial Day Veteran Grave Decorations

Rose Hill Cemetery 3653 W Market Street, Akron, OH, United States

Please gather at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Fairlawn, Ohio for our annual grave decorations with American Flags to pay tribute to the Veterans laid to rest here.   Timeframe shown is simply an estimate based on past events. It mainly depends on numbers of volunteers in attendance.

Memorial Day Ceremonies and Picnic

Wendell L. Willkie, American Legion Post 19 783 West Market Street, Akron, OH, United States

Memorial Day Commemoration at Post 19 will begin at 11:00 AM. Covered Dish Picnic will begin at 15:00.

Rib Cook Off for Freedom

Dunlop Hall 783 West Market Street, First Floor, Akron, OH, United States

The Post will open at 3:00PM for our annual Rib Cook Off! Please bring a covered dish if attending. The ribs that are part of the cook-off will be offered at no charge. Please register as a competitor at the Canteen Bar. No entry fee! Prizes are as follows: $50.00 for First Place $25.00 for