Fairfax American Legion Pekomy Post 572

06/04/2026

Here is the menu for the Fairfax American Legion for the month of June. In addition to food, "Big III" will be playing from 6:30 - 8:00. 216 Main St, Fairfax, IA

05/27/2026

One minor change is the Fairfax Legion Breakfast will end at 1030 so our members can be a part of the parade.

05/24/2026

If you haven't seen them yet, take a moment to drive by the Complex and the Prairie Creek Trail. The Parks Department has decorated again. This picture is looking west down Linn St

05/22/2026

The folding of the U.S. flag during ceremonial occasions, such as military funerals, is a deeply symbolic act, with each of the 13 folds traditionally ascribed specific meanings. While these meanings are not officially codified by the U.S. government or m

05/21/2026

Memorial Day Flag Display

Fly the United States Flags at Half-Staff Monday, May 25, 2026, From Sunrise Until Noon in Honor of Memorial Day 2026

Memorial Day, which is observed on the last Monday of May, commemorates the men and women who died while in the military service. In observance of Memorial Day, fly the United States flag at half-staff from sunrise until NOON, then raise it to full height from noon to sunset.
The American flag is flown at half-staff on Memorial Day until noon as a visible sign of mourning and remembrance for the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. armed forces. This tradition is rooted in the holiday's history as a day dedicated to honoring and remembering the fallen. Raising the flag to full staff at noon symbolizes the nation's resolve to continue fighting for liberty and to keep the memory of those who died in service alive.
The flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then slowly lowered to the half-staff position. The flag should be again raised to the peak before it is lowered for the day.

Other Ways to Observe Memorial Day

Participate in a “National Moment of Remembrance” at 3:00 PM local time, to pause and reflect upon the meaning of the day
Fly the U.S. Flag at half-staff until noon. Memorial Day is a day of “National Mourning.”
Visit a Veteran's Memorial or Museum
Make Care Packages for Our Troops
Donate to a Veteran's Organization
Thank a Veteran
Decorate with Patriotic Decor

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

Please join us on Monday, May 25th, 2026, at 10:30 AM as we come together to honor the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who have gone before us. Let us stand united in gratitude, remembrance, and respect for those who gave their last full measure of devotion to our nation.

05/13/2026

🚨 OFFICIAL GRAND UNVEILING ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

A new mission is arriving in Iowa… and we want YOU there! 🇺🇸🚑💙

At Salute to the Fallen, we are incredibly honored to invite our community, businesses, supporters, and dignitaries to the GRAND UNVEILING of the G.R.U. — the Guardian Response Unit!

The G.R.U. is a FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND mobile mental health and resource unit dedicated to serving:
🇺🇸 Veterans
🚓 First Responders
🎖️ Military Members & Families

This innovative project was built with one mission in mind — making sure those who serve our communities and country never have to fight alone.

This vision became reality because of the amazing businesses, organizations, donors, and community members who stood beside us and believed in this mission from day one. Now it’s time to show Iowa what can happen when a community comes together for a greater purpose.

📍 RoughRiders Arena
📅 June 1st
⏰ 2:00 PM

Come see firsthand the innovative unit everyone has nicknamed “GRU” and help us celebrate this incredible milestone for the state of Iowa!

We can’t wait to share this moment with all of you. 💙

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05/10/2026

This morning, the Fairfax American Legion Family, which includes the Legion, Sons of the American Legion, and Auxiliary, came together to pick up trash on our local stretch of highway 151 in Fairfax. We thank the 9 individuals who contributed to this effort over the course of 2 1/2 hours.