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American Legion Post 171 has made it our mission to be integrated into the needs of the Crystal Lake, IL community in service to Veteran causes and needs.

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Post 171 Featured on Legion.org
Post 171 Featured on Legion.org

Senior Vice Commander Robert Dorn and Commander Charlie Morgan were featured on the American Legion national organization’s website to talk about Vets 4 Veterans and Blue Families, a daylong program that brought together resources for veterans, first responders and their families.

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Post 171 Featured on Legion.org

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Upcoming Events

Events
9/11 25th Anniversary Memorial Ceremony
Sep 11
9/11 25th Anniversary Memorial Ceremony

September 11, 2001

Twenty-five years later, we remember the lives lost, the courage shown, and the service and sacrifice that followed. We remember the fallen. We honor those who served. We teach the next generation. We will never forget.

Thank you for joining the Crystal Lake community in this solemn observance.

American Legion Crystal Lake Post 171 www.legioncrystallake171.org

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Friday Coffee
Sep 18
Friday Coffee

Join us every Friday morning for coffee at The Other Side Cafe downtown Crystal Lake 8am until the last veteran leaves...

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Veteran's Network Association Trivia Night
Sep 23
Veteran's Network Association Trivia Night

Join us for an exciting Sport Themed Trivia Night at Water's Edge Apartments Clubhouse! Test your sports knowledge and compete with fellow enthusiasts in a fun, engaging atmosphere.

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy an entertaining evening in person. See you there!

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Friday Coffee
Sep 25
Friday Coffee

Join us every Friday morning for coffee at The Other Side Cafe downtown Crystal Lake 8am until the last veteran leaves...

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Johnny Appleseed with Downtown Crystal Lake
Sep 26
Johnny Appleseed with Downtown Crystal Lake

Hosting a Veteran and Veteran Family focus tent at the largest family-friendly festival in Crystal Lake, Legion Post 171 partners with area veteran organizations to offer support and resources.

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Friday Coffee
Oct 2
Friday Coffee

Join us every Friday morning for coffee at The Other Side Cafe downtown Crystal Lake 8am until the last veteran leaves...

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Gold Star Remembrance Day
Oct 3
Gold Star Remembrance Day

Come together in person to honor and remember McHenry County's brave heroes for Gold Star Remembrance Day. It's a heartfelt gathering where we pay tribute to those who've come from our communities and made the ultimate sacrifice from the First World War onwards. Expect inspiring moments, stories shared, and a chance to connect with others who cherish these memories. We will also be dedicating the McHenry County Gold Star Flag and Grave Marker. Let's unite to honor and celebrate courage, love, and legacy. Don't miss out on this meaningful day — see you there!

The doors will open at 12:00pm for people to browse the plethora of flag displays from the various eras. The ceremony will begin promptly at 1:00 pm and will last approximately 2 hours. Please note there will be a brief intermission.

Light snacks will be provided. Drinks are available for purchase.

To Register, click here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gold-star-remembrance-day-tickets-1980139548694

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Coffee Connect (Copy)
Oct 8
Coffee Connect (Copy)

Join Blue Star Families, American Legion Post 171 and Veterans Network Association every 2nd Thursday of the month.

Active military, Veterans, First Responders and families are welcome!

For more information contact Bob Dorn - rdorn3@outlook.com or Cris Boston - veteransnetworkassc@gmail.com

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Past Events

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American Legion Post 171 Crystal Lake Wreaths Across America Dec. 13 
Dec 13
American Legion Post 171 Crystal Lake Wreaths Across America Dec. 13 

Take part in Wreaths Across America! The focus is to remind, honor and teach our community about local veterans who lost their lives in conflict. Attend the solemn ceremony at one of three area cemeteries hosted by American Legion Post 171. Veterans and volunteers will place 300 wreaths sponsored by local donations on graves of fallen heroes.

Sponsor |  Volunteer | Attend 

To donate enter: IL0324P

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Johnny Appleseed with Downtown Crystal Lake
Sep 27
Johnny Appleseed with Downtown Crystal Lake

Hosting a Veteran and Veteran Family focus tent at the largest family-friendly festival in Crystal Lake, Legion Post 171 partners with area veteran organizations to offer support and resources.

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Independence Day Parade
Jul 6
Independence Day Parade

The 2025 Parade will educate and inform the community of the work of Legion Post 171 and encourage involvement and support.

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“Through Lieutenant Peterson’s death Crystal Lake has lost one of its noblest sons, America one of its true heroes, and the Peterson family a jewel that can never be replaced.”

— Lieutenant Conrad Berg, close childhood friend of Chandler Peterson

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