Department of New Jersey

Marine Corps League

Information From Around the Department

News and information for the good of the league from the department and detachments happening around the state.

Marine Corps Birthday Block Party Set for November 7th in Bogota

The Marine Corps League and community partners are proud to host a Marine Corps Birthday Block Party on Saturday, November 7, 2026, celebrating 251 years of honor, courage, and commitment. The event will kick off at 12:00 PM at the Bogota VFW, located at 241 West...

Marine Corps Birthday Ball Toys for Tots Benefit Nov 7

Celebrating the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps and the 250th Birthday of America Join us for an unforgettable evening of tradition, honor, and celebration as we commemorate the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps and the 250th Birthday...

Mel’s Trip to AC Tun Tavern Nov 10

On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, Marines, veterans, and supporters will travel to Tun Tavern in Philadelphia, recognized as the birthplace of the United States Marine Corps, to celebrate the Corps' 251st Birthday. The trip includes transportation, a Warriors Breakfast,...

Hunterdon County Bulldogs Marine Corps Ball November 14

Join us for an unforgettable evening of tradition, camaraderie, and celebration as we honor 251 years of the United States Marine Corps. Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 6PM-11PM Cocktail hour from 6PM-7PM Cost $75 per person – Open to the Public! Beaver Brook Country...

West Hudson Birthday Ball November 14

The West Hudson Detachment #209 Marine Corps League will host its 251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at The Fiesta, 255 Route 17 South, Wood-Ridge, NJ. Marines, veterans, family members, and friends are invited to join in celebrating 251...

Department Paymaster Changes – New Transmittal Forms Online

All staff and members, I am writing to inform all of you that our Department Paymaster is changing. Tony is going to be stepping down and taking on an advisement/assistant role for now. The primary Paymaster will be Robin Lightner. Please make sure if you are emailing...

What to do when a veteran passes away

Our Department of NJ MCL Chaplain, Paul Thompson, has put together a packet of information on what to do after a veteran passes. The packet includes the following: US Department of Vetarans Affairs Packet  Preseidential Memorial Certificate Request Form...

Information From Around the Department

News and information for the good of the league from the department and detachments happening around the state.

Marine Corps Birthday Block Party Set for November 7th in Bogota

The Marine Corps League and community partners are proud to host a Marine Corps Birthday Block Party on Saturday, November 7, 2026, celebrating 251 years of honor, courage, and commitment. The event will kick off at 12:00 PM at the Bogota VFW, located at 241 West...

Marine Corps Birthday Ball Toys for Tots Benefit Nov 7

Celebrating the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps and the 250th Birthday of America Join us for an unforgettable evening of tradition, honor, and celebration as we commemorate the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps and the 250th Birthday...

Mel’s Trip to AC Tun Tavern Nov 10

On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, Marines, veterans, and supporters will travel to Tun Tavern in Philadelphia, recognized as the birthplace of the United States Marine Corps, to celebrate the Corps' 251st Birthday. The trip includes transportation, a Warriors Breakfast,...

Hunterdon County Bulldogs Marine Corps Ball November 14

Join us for an unforgettable evening of tradition, camaraderie, and celebration as we honor 251 years of the United States Marine Corps. Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 6PM-11PM Cocktail hour from 6PM-7PM Cost $75 per person – Open to the Public! Beaver Brook Country...

West Hudson Birthday Ball November 14

The West Hudson Detachment #209 Marine Corps League will host its 251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at The Fiesta, 255 Route 17 South, Wood-Ridge, NJ. Marines, veterans, family members, and friends are invited to join in celebrating 251...

Department Paymaster Changes – New Transmittal Forms Online

All staff and members, I am writing to inform all of you that our Department Paymaster is changing. Tony is going to be stepping down and taking on an advisement/assistant role for now. The primary Paymaster will be Robin Lightner. Please make sure if you are emailing...

What to do when a veteran passes away

Our Department of NJ MCL Chaplain, Paul Thompson, has put together a packet of information on what to do after a veteran passes. The packet includes the following: US Department of Vetarans Affairs Packet  Preseidential Memorial Certificate Request Form...