Well looks like we are ON again for the combined 36th/540th Combat Engineer's Reunion in Lebanon, PA, September 2011.
We were looking for new facilities, but due to cost, it looks as though we shall remain at the Quality Inn.
Quality Inn
625 Quentin Rd.
Lebanon, PA
17042-7088
Toll-Free: (800) 626-8242 or (717) 273-6771
Fax: (717) 273-4882
I believe the following information to be accurate. Note: There may be some minor changes in cost.
Make your reservations by September 1, 2011 to make sure you get a room. Let them know that you are part of the 36th/540th Reunion to get discounted rate! Hotel rooms are $62.00 per night and includes breakfast.
Thursday- Sunday, September 22nd to 25th, 2011
The Colony Room (our hospitality suite) is available to us for all four days. Snacks will be provided, along with beer and wine.
We usually plan a nice dinner out at a local restaurant on Friday night. If you are interested, let John or I know ahead of time so we can include you in the reservations. If not, the Colony Room will be open for your use.
There will be a banquet Saturday evening. This is a semi-formal affair.
DVD presentations by YOURS TRULY will be shown throughout the weekend.
Bring your photos, books, documents, etc. We have a LOT of fun reminiscing!
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PLEASE MAIL $40.00 (per person) to JOHN FALLON to cover dinner and hospitality suite goodies before September 1, 2011. Let him know how many will be attending along with names, so he can prepare your name tags. Send check or money order to:
John Fallon
2459 First Ave
Avalon, NJ 08202
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Nearest available airport - Harrisburg, PA (approximately 30 minutes west of our hotel)
The famous Hershey's Chocolate Factory/Museum, in Hershey, PA is located between airport and Lebanon. Plan on stopping in!
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Map of Area
Marion J Chard
Proud Daughter of Walter 'Monday' Poniedzialek
540th Combat Engineer - H&S Company
Okay, I am expecting some new folks to show up this year. If at all possible, plan ahead and make sure you attend this year. Without sounding morbid, time is running out.
Don't let this be a regret. Trust me, you will never forget this experience and will be so happy you made it.
Marion J Chard
Proud Daughter of Walter 'Monday' Poniedzialek
540th Combat Engineer - H&S Company
Grrr! Why Lebanon?! Can't this be done in Tallahassee or someplace else within a 15 hour drive from Albany, GA!
Maj Todd O. USMC, Retired
Grandson of LTC John O'Brien
Well if you start walking now... 
Hey now, I EXPECT you to be there this year. The only excuse I will take is if you are overseas. 
Now if you want, I can talk to your commanding officer... 
Marion J Chard
Proud Daughter of Walter 'Monday' Poniedzialek
540th Combat Engineer - H&S Company
Well if you start walking now...
Hey now, I EXPECT you to be there this year. The only excuse I will take is if you are overseas.
Now if you want, I can talk to your commanding officer...
It just occurred to me, I should be going to the Advanced Communications Officer Course in Quantico, VA from 15 August through 28 October. That's only 3 h 45 m away from Lebanon!!
Maj Todd O. USMC, Retired
Grandson of LTC John O'Brien
Now we're talkin' turkey!!!
Marion J Chard
Proud Daughter of Walter 'Monday' Poniedzialek
540th Combat Engineer - H&S Company
Already making plans Marion. I hope you all can put up with me if it all works out ok this year for me again.I'm combining my two weeks vacation with the reunion this time and plan to visit some friends in Rhode Island after.
Can you afford the $40 till I arrive? lol
Colin. 
Sure can. I will pay for you, Kai-Ann and myself. This year if God is willing, you will get to meet my daughter. She is a real treasure.
Marion J Chard
Proud Daughter of Walter 'Monday' Poniedzialek
540th Combat Engineer - H&S Company
Thank you Marion. Looking forward to meeting everyone again and the new people including of course Kai-Ann and four very good days.
Colin.
Hurray for me! I am now set to go with the Advanced Communications Officer Course (ACOC) in Quantico! The good news is, I will be able to attend the reunion during at least the weekend!!
Maj Todd O. USMC, Retired
Grandson of LTC John O'Brien
I was just sitting at my desk clapping my hands together.
Guess what? If all goes well, Colonel Savre, 36th Engineer Brigade commander, will be there too.
Man, this is gonna be a GREAT one!!!!!!
Marion J Chard
Proud Daughter of Walter 'Monday' Poniedzialek
540th Combat Engineer - H&S Company
Marion it just gets better, this could top my last year's visit and I did'nt think that possible!!
Colin. 
Marion it just gets better, this could top my last year's visit and I did'nt think that possible!!
Colin.
Looking forward to seeing you, Colin!
Maj Todd O. USMC, Retired
Grandson of LTC John O'Brien
Guess what? If all goes well, Colonel Savre, 36th Engineer Brigade commander, will be there too.
He's been in command for since 2008 according to his bio (click here for the Fort Hood site). Will he be moving on this summer? In the USMC commands are generally no more than 3 years.
Maj Todd O. USMC, Retired
Grandson of LTC John O'Brien
I haven't heard anything yet, but I am sure we will find out at the reunion. I remember being in touch with his predecessor before Col Savre took reign a few years ago.
Marion J Chard
Proud Daughter of Walter 'Monday' Poniedzialek
540th Combat Engineer - H&S Company
