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October 25, 2025
Annual Boo Bingo Charity Event
In collaboration with the Veterans Group of Alameda, we hosted another spooktacular Boo Bingo night! Costumes, laughter, and friendly competition filled the evening, with contests for kids and adults, exciting raffle prizes, and plenty of Halloween spirit. A heartfelt thank-you to our veterans and community members for coming together to make it a frightfully fun and meaningful celebration.
August 22, 2025
Newspaper Article: Local Students Represent Alameda at California Boys and Girls State
Alameda students ran for elected positions and passed legislation in state government this summer—mock state government, that is. Alameda student delegates shared their experience at California Boys and Girls State, a summer program for high school students, at the American Legion Post 647 meeting on August 13.
September 10, 2025
Ceremony for Boys & Girls State Winners
The 86th Session of American Legion California Coed Boys & Girls State was held on the campus of California State University, Sacramento from June 21-28, 2025. The American Legion California Coed Boys & Girls State Program offers a hands-on, realistic experience in civic responsibility to high school students prior to entering their senior year of high school. As our leaders of tomorrow, we attempt to instill in them the privileges and duties of American citizenship.
People included: City of Alameda Officials: Mayor Liz Ashcroft and Councilwoman Tracy Jensen. High School Students: Ella Edgelow and Shion Koga Vean (from Alameda High School), Taye Ohh and Matan Antebt (from Encinal High School) Mateo Guimet Keeney (from Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School) and Ella Edgelow and Shion Koga Vean (from Alameda High School). Post 647 Members: Cdr Kurt Winkowski, Greg Owens, Jack McIlvain, Joe LoParo, Sam Moriana, Erine Alvair and Ed Jacobsen.
March 30, 2025
Oratorical Contest in Clovis
In a very, very close contest our Sylvie Karlstand from SJND placed 2nd in the American Legion California State High School Oratorical Contest. She received a check for $2,000 for placing 2nd. Ed Jacobsen and Greg Owens made the trek to Clovis to witness the event.
This photo album is courtesy of Fred Shacklett
Historian, Department of Calif 2024-25
Member, National Assoc. of Dept Historians of the American Legion (NADHAL)
Photojournalist – Fine Art Photographer
March 8, 2025
Oratorical Contest - Area 2 Level in Palo Alto
Several members of Post 647 drove to Palo Alto to show their support for Sylvie as she competed at the Area 2 level in Palo Alto. This was the third level and Sylvie once again placed first in the U.S. Constitution Oratorical competition. Please join us in a warm congratulations and wish her luck as she progresses to the State level competition.
February 8, 2025
Oratorical Contest - District Level in Livermore
The first place winner was Sylvie Karlstrand who was sponsored by Post 647. Her speech, "The Beauty and the Burden" focuses on the First Amendment and digital citizenship; what responsibilities we have using social media.
January 8, 2025
Oratorical Contest - Local Level at Alameda Legion Post 647
Post 467 held their annual oratorical contest. The first place winner was Sylvie Karlstrand. Her speech, "The Beauty and the Burden" focuses on the First Amendment and digital citizenship; what responsibilities we have using social media.
September 18, 2024
Post 647 received a plaque, certificate and streamer for achieving 100% Membership at the monthly District Meeting
September 2024
Post 647 Makes Donation to the Alameda High School Music Program
Greg Owens and Joe LoParo from Post 647, donated 11 musical instrument cases to the music program at Alameda High School. It was expressed that they are always in need of instrument cases as they are often the first to reach the end of serviceability before the instrument.
July 4, 2024
Alameda Fourth of July Parade - Album
April 9, 2024
Newspaper Article: Veterans Donate $5K to AHS Band for New York Trip
On Friday, April 5, 2024, a group of veterans presented the Alameda High School band with a check for $5,000 to help with funding for an upcoming competition in New York. When Vietnam and American Legion Post 647 veteran Joe LoParo learned from AHS band teacher Tyra Cable that the group of students had been fervently fundraising for the April 11 trip, he knew his network of veterans groups would want to help.
November 11, 2020
Veterans Day Celebration with Alameda High School Band
May 30, 2016
Memorial Day Ceremony at Alameda Veterans Memorial Park
The American Legion Post 647 participated in the Memorial Day Ceremony honoring and remembering veterans who gave all to the service of their country.
September 26, 2015
Post 647 Picnic at Little John Park
The American Legion gathered once again for their annual picnic for a relaxed afternoon filled with good food, friendly conversation, and a few competitive chess matches. It was a simple, enjoyable day that celebrated camaraderie and community spirit with the EHS JROTC cadets.
May 29, 2015
Encinal HS JROTC Awards Ceremony
Post 647 attends Encinal High School (EHS) JROTC Ceremony as a show of appreciation for JROTC's participation in the Posts Events.
October 9, 2013
High School students received Certificates of Appreciation from Post 647 Commander Jim Sweeney
September 28, 2013
Post 647 Picnic at Little John Park
Members of the American Legion gathered for a relaxed afternoon picnic. Laughter and conversation filled the air as members shared stories, played games, and strengthened their camaraderie in the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
May 27, 2013
Memorial Day Ceremony at Alameda Veterans Memorial Park
The community came together at Alameda Veterans Memorial Park to honor those who have served during the Memorial Day Ceremony. Members of American Legion Post 647 proudly carried a wreath of flowers, paying tribute to fallen heroes, while elected officials and community members joined in remembrance and reflection. The ceremony was a meaningful occasion to celebrate service, sacrifice, and community spirit.
