(Posted 2:30 p.m., Sept. 14)
Local martial arts club, Orléans Legion to hold cenotaph fundraiser tomorrow
By Fred Sherwin
Orléans Online

The Orléans Legion and the Coalition Martial Arts Studio are holding a joint open house on Saturday to raise money to help pay for repairs to the Orléans Legion cenotaph. File photo

The Coalition Martial Arts Studio and the Orléans Legion are holding a joint open house on Monday, Oct. 1to help raise money to repair the Legion cenotaph damaged by vandals last month.

Free introductory kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes will be offered at the Martial Arts Studio from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with voluntary donations going towards the memorial restoration. There will also be a BBQ with all sales proceeds going towards the restoration.

Members of the public will also be able to meet retired veterans and active service Canadian Forces members who will be available to talk to the public about military history and the important role the Legion plays in the community..

The Coalition Martial Arts Studio is located at 790 Taylor Creek Rd. right beside the Legion. The Taylor Creek Business Park is located across from the Trim Road park and ride.

Legion president Jim Fergsuon says the funds will be used primarily for repairs. If any funds are left over they will be placed in a trust fund for the monument's ongoing upkeep.

(This story was made possible thanks to their generous support of our local business partners.)

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