Dashiell-Barlow American Legion Post 49

09/10/2026

American Legion Auxiliary Sponsors Quilting Sew Day to Honor Veterans

On Saturday September 5th Smithfield Dashiell-Barlow American Legion Post 49 hosted a Sew Day in collaboration with Quilts of Valor Piecemakers of Virginia (Facebook: QovPiecemakersVA). Twenty-six ladies from the local community and members of Quilts of Valor spent the day making quilts to be awarded to Veterans and Active-Duty personnel who were called to duty during war time. Quilts of Valor attendees included: State Coordinator, Kim P., and Pam, a member of her Lynchburg group. Participating were also several quilters from our local community. In Hampton Roads the Quilts of Valor meet monthly at Sunshine Quilt Corner in Newport News. Next sew date is October 3rd, contact: [email protected] for additional information. The American Legion Auxiliary welcomes anyone whose spouse, siblings, parents, grandparents, children or grandchildren are members of the American Legion ([email protected]).

09/09/2026

I've got a little surprise for y'all at bingo tomorrow 😎

09/04/2026

Lucky Alicia!
Alicia Johnson of Smithfield shows her joy at winning another progressive game jackpot of $650 playing Bingo at the American Legion Public Game on September 3rd. Alicia is a loyal weekly attendee and this is her fourth jackpot win in the past several years. She said her secret is to be there every week and play as many game tickets as you are able. Weekly Bingo Games begin at 7 PM on Thursday with doors open at 5. Payouts for regular games average $40 and five progressive game jackpots currently are paying out over $500 each. Refreshments available. Call the post at (757) 357-9239 for more information or consult our page.

09/02/2026

Tomorrow night is "Theme Night" at American Legion bingo. The theme is "Support Your Team" so make sure to wear your favorite team jersey or hat to show everyone who you love to root for. We will award a prize to a random theme participant.

09/01/2026

Smithfield American Legion Post 49 hosted a dinner on August 29th for veterans who served during the Global War on Terror (designated as such by President George Bush after 9-11), this period includes Dessert Storm through operations in Afghanistan. Over 30 guests were treated to a dinner of Fried Chicken, Ham, fixings and a dessert table. The invited Guest Speaker was Command Sergeant Major (retired) from the U.S. Army Tom Campbell of Gloucester. CSM Campbell related his experiencing during this period from serving as a Drill Sergeant preparing trainees for military operations in the middle east and Afghanistan through his own multiple deployments as an Airborne Infantry Non-Commissioned Officer. Organizers of the event, Legionnaires Gary Cassell and Charlie Shelor expressed thanks to those who stepped up to serve during this period of U.S. history. Post Commander Joseph Grocki noted that these veterans are the next generation of servicemen and women, all of whom volunteered to join the U.S. military to fight terrorism throughout the world, that we as citizens need to recognize and thank. The American Legion is encouraging Veterans from this era to consider joining their local Legion post, or another Veterans Service Organization to ensure their needs and voices of fellow veterans get presented to our government officials.

09/01/2026

Beginner’s Luck!
Jaelynn Read was the lucky winner of a $726 progressive game jackpot at our weekly Bingo game on August 27th at the Smithfield American Legion. This was her first time attending the Thursday night sessions. Her Mom also won a $98 50-50 game jackpot, so it was a profitable night out for this family from Suffolk. Weekly Bingo Games begin at 7 PM on Thursday with doors open at 5. Payouts for regular games average $40 and some progressive game jackpots currently are paying out over $500 each. Refreshments available. Call the post at (757) 357-9239 for more information or consult our page.

08/27/2026

If anyone wants to help out or just stop by and show some love, stop by the post next Saturday, September 5th.

08/26/2026

08/22/2026

If you, or someone you know, served in the military during Desert Shield/Desert Storm or Global War on Terror, please join us for dinner at the American Legion Post 49 on August 29th.

08/22/2026

Happy BINGO Player!!
Betty (BJ) Pierce of Smithfield reacts to her winning half of a $580.50 progressive game jackpot during August 20th Community Bingo session at the American Legion. BJ is one the Post’s most loyal players, seldom missing a weekly game session. Weekly bingo games begin at 7 PM on Thursdays with doors opening at 5. Payouts for regular games average $40 to $50 and five progressive game jackpots currently are paying out over $500 each. Refreshments available from the Legion Auxiliary. Call the post at (757) 357-9239 for more information or consult our page.