California Scholarship Federation September 13, 2025
Vista High School California Scholarship Federation (CSF), Sophomore Class of 2025 came to American Legion Post 365 in Vista on Saturday with a donation of cookies, brownies, and assorted baked goods for the members. The CSF has made donations to American Legion Post 365 for the past 4 years. We thank them for their donations and for their participation in events that “Thanks Veterans for their Service”. L-R: Addi, Zarena, Sophia and Larissa, members of the CSF with their donation. The California Scholarship Federation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to recognize and encourage academic achievement and community service among middle and high school students in California. For more information click on this LINK
Rack ‘em. Pool Table upgrade August 11, 2025
Check out the new Post pool table cover donated by VFW Auxiliary. (L-R) Auxiliary President Monica Camargo, Trustee Rick Huff and Secretary/Treasurer Karen Bowman. Come on in and shoot a game or two.John Keenan looks on as his Grandson, Shane, teaches him few lessons. John likes pool and the Mets, not looking good, old friend.
Teen Outreach Event August 9, 2025
American Legion Post 365 and VFW Post 7041 thank the Grifters MC for choosing our Post as the host for their most worthy event.Backpack and School Supplies were collected and donated to Backpacks for Kids at Vista Teen Outreach. The event was hosted by the Grifters MC.Also participating in the event were Sons of the American Legion Squadron 365, American Legion Post 365 and VFW Post 7041.For more information on Vista Teen Outreach click on this LINK
Boys and Girls Club “Stuff The Bus” event Tuesday August 5, 2025
Stuff the Bus donation drop off at the Boys and Girls Club of Vista Tuesday August 5th. Judge Advocate Jeff Craig dropped off our box full of donations and is pictured with Sierra Loredo, Nicole Ketcher, and Dirk Rittinghaus from the B&G of Vista.
Post 365 Commander Tom “Chef” Moore and his son, Samuel “Hot Dog” Moore.
Tom Moore and Tony Molnar volunteered at the Backpack give away event at the B&G Club of Vista.
“Hot Dog” Moore (Right) and his friend get hot dogs ready for the hungry people who attended the eventThank You!! Thank You!! Thank You!!
Infantry Unit Leaders Course Awards August 8, 2025
On Friday August 8, 2025, at the School of Infantry, Camp San Onofre, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton California, an awards ceremony was held for the outstanding member of the class. (L-R):Commander Tom Moore, Combat Instructor Infantry Unit Leaders Course Awardee Sergeant Bettler and wife and Jr. Past Commander Brad Sakemi.
(L-R): Post 365 Commander Tom Moore, Post 365 Auxiliary 1st Vice President Mandy Sakemi, Nolan Sakemi and Jr. Past Commander Brad Sakemi attended the ceremony.
(L-R): Post 365 Commander Tom Moore, Nolan Sakemi, Infantry Unit Leaders Course Awardee Sergeant Bettler and Jr. Past Commander Brad Sakemi.
American Legion Post 365 Commander Tom Moore, Retired Master Gunnery Sergeant Gib Bolton, Post 365 Jr. Past Commander at the Combat Instructor Infantry Unit Leaders Course Graduation Ceremony. The facility where the Course is held was recently named Bolton Hall, in honor of Gib Bolton. Gib is a member of American Legion Post 365 and VFW Post 7041, both organizations have been supporters of the Course since its inception in 2022.
Scouting America Awards July 29, 2025
Terry Moxley, Charter Organization Representative, presents Awards at the Court of Honor of Scouting America Troop 709 held on Tuesday, July 29th at the Methodist Church of Vista. The Eagle Scouts receiving the awards are Carter Conlee, Patrick Conlee and Logan Johnston.
American Legion Baseball July 25-29, 2025
Congratulations to American Legion Post 365 on another successful tournament.
VFW Post 7041 and VFW Auxiliary won the Golden Glove Fundraising Challenge, which supported the American Legion Baseball program. As a result, VFW Post 7041 Auxiliary President, Monica Camargo, Quartermaster and Past Commander, Terry Moxley, and Commander Paul Krueger along with American Legion Post 365 Commander Tom Moore had the distinct privilege of throwing out the ceremonial first pitches. To quote Bob Uecker, “Just a bit outside…”
Baseball. The Summer GameAmerican Legion Baseball banquet with Ray Flores, Department Commissioner and Judy Leonardi Past Auxiliary President.
Bruce Allen-guest speaker for the players giving an interview and a motivational speech. Bruce is a member of the Newport Harbor SAL Squadron and a huge individual donor for American Legion Baseball. Bruce also played American Legion Baseball.
Dave DesRocher former Seattle Seahawks offensive lineman and American Legion Post 365 Commander Tom Moore at banquet. Dave has a nonprofit called 1st and Goal that supports veterans.
Post 365 Commander Tom Moore brings the July General Meeting to order. A busy meeting that addressed Boys State, and a full on report by the Post Financial Officer Pat Burgess. We are a little down in the cash department, but the last Steak Night was well attended which helped out. Please attend the meetings and stop in and help support the post in the Club Room. At right, Mike Stevenson tries to keep up with Tom’s rapid-fire delivery. Hang in there, Mike.Past Commander Bret Olson is presented a long overdue plaque by Commander Tom Moore for his contribution to Post 365 as Commander during 2022-23. Thank you Bret for all your hard work.Paul Krueger gives his monthly history lesson: The month of July is named after Julius Ceasar, as is August after Augustus Ceasar. And if that isn’t enough to get you thinking – all that manipulation by the Ceasars led the month of October, which was originally the eight month to be kicked up to the 10th month. The Ceasars’ got their hands into everything (even Pizza). Also, on July 16, 1945 the first nuclear bomb was tested. A month later the bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki brought an end to WWII.
You may have wondered what the 5Q F on Paul’s t-shirt represents. It was the number on his Grandfather’s plane in WWII.
1st Lt. Donald Krueger, 8th Army Air Forces, 339th Fighter Group out of Fowlmere, England flew 38 B-17 escort and search and destroy missions over Germany from late 1944 to early 1945. Earned 7 Air Medals and 4 confirmed Nazi aircraft destroyed. Also, Paul’s hero.
Joe Musgrove meets Post 365 July 2025
Diego and Jason went camping recently with their Mom and look who they met. Joe Musgrove, the first Padres pitcher to hurl a no-hitter! In July 2022 (see the July 2022 Recent Events page) they got autographed baseball cards from Randy Jones, Cy Young Award winning pitcher for the Padres. These kids are batting 1000! Go PADRES!
Lynzie Moore, wife of Post 365 Commander Tom Moore, also met with Joe Musgrove recently. Joe certainly seems to meet a lot of Post 365 folks. Joe will be back on the mound next season for the Padres. Go PADRES!
Vista Boys & Girls Club School Supplies Drive July 2025
Post 365 has been a supporter for the Vista Boys & Girls Club for many years. We are again supporting them in their School Supply Drive until 5 August. Our Post will be one of the drop off sites. Please help by purchasing and donating a few of the items listed, and drop them off during our normal business hours. Thanks!
Independence Day Celebration July 4th, 2025
Thanks to all those who celebrated Independence Day at the Post. Free Burgers and Dogs – and the hit of the Day was Karen’s home made Potato Salad and beans.
Don and Martha Baker (foreground) along with Tom Moore, Brad and Mandy Sakemi and Norm Linek (Norm never misses a free meal….)
(At Left) Ronni Jones, our favorite Thursday Wing Night Cashier and one of our most active volunteers, enjoys the July 4th meal with her Mom, Margie (at right) and friends.
Post 365 Jr. Past Commander Brad Sakemi and Auxiliary 365 1st Vice President Mandy Sakemi did all the heavy lifting in the kitchen. Thanks to both of you for all the hard work.
District 22 Installation July 12, 2025
On Saturday July 12, 2025 American Legion District 22 held its Officer Installation for Calendar Year 2025-26. This was the first time the District held a combined installation for the Legion, Legion Auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion.
Vic Martin, District 22 Commander; Shaun Butler, District 22 SAL Commander; Linda Sunberg, District 22 Auxiliary President cutting the cake at the Installation Ceremony.
District 22 Commander Vic Martin (L), shares some time with members of American Legon Riders 365 who attended the event.
District 22 SAL Commander Shaun Butler and District 22 Commander Vic Martin. My thanks to Shaun who provided the photos for this posting.
Chris Yates, Past District Commander and State Commander David Brambia share some “sea stories”. Chris, who is also a Past Commander of Legion Post 365 is going to assume the duties as Adjutant for District 22 SAL for the coming year. Chris’ Dad was an Army Veteran, making Chris eligible for membership in the SAL.
