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Jul
11
Fri
2025
A Night of Comedy Benefiting Local Veterans and Military featuring comedian Joe DeVito @ The American Hotel
Jul 11 @ 19:00 – 21:00

The Marine Corps League Cpl. Reynolds Detachment proudly presents Operation Just Laugh – A Night of Comedy Benefiting Local Veterans and Military featuring comedian Joe DeVito at The American Hotel, Freehold, NJ.

 
Doors open at 7pm.
Buffet from 07:30pm to 08:30pm.
Show following afterwards.
$75 – includes show and buffet.
Cash bar.
 
Join us for an evening of comedy as talented comedians help us raise funds to support our local heroes.  All proceeds will directly benefit local veterans in need and provide essential outreach services to our local military units.
 
 
 
Jul
14
Mon
2025
Phillip K. Dorn Golf Outing @ Pebble Creek Golf Course
Jul 14 @ 04:11 – 05:11

The Phillip K. Dorn Marine Corps League cordially invites you to join them at their golf outing on July 14th, 2025 at Pebble Creek Golf Course.

Entrance fee is $195. RSVP by July 4th, 2025. Registration starts at 7am and includes continental breakfast, putting contest, hole in one (car), closest to the pin, straightest drive, longest drive, 18 holes of golf, beverages on course, 9th hole refreshments, after 18th hole, texas style barbevue followed by Chinese auction and raffles.

Contact John Finnegan 908-433-2842 or Cappy Everhard 732-861-1443,

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Jul
19
Sat
2025
Christmas in July Toys for Tots Fundraiser @ American Legion Post 25
Jul 19 @ 18:00 – 22:00

Join us for a Christmas in July fundraiser on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the American Legion Post 25, in Milltown to support the Toys for Tots Foundation presented by Toys for Tots Coordinator CWO 4 Nick D’Andrea.

Cost is $30.00 donation. Doors open at 5:30PM. Cash bar available. DJ music (Oldies 50’s & 60’s) and dancing will be from 7-10PM.

Buffet dinner will include: Ravioli in vodka sauce, kielbasa & kraut, chicken francese, sausage, peppers & onions, roast beef, string beans almondine, tossed salad, rolls, butter, beer, wine, soda, coffee, tea & dessert. 

Call Janet to RSVP at 732-738-4694. No tickets will be sold at the door. Reservations are limited. Deadline is July 13, 2024. 

Make checks payable to:

Toys for Tots Foundation
c/0 55 Gordon Ave.
Fords, NJ 08863

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Aug
11
Mon
2025
2025 NATIONAL CONVENTION @ HYATT REGENCY DFW AIRPORT
Aug 11 – Aug 16 all-day

Phone # for reservations –  1-800-233-1234  

Group code = G-MCL5

Rates are $159 inclusive of taxes. Parking is free.

Schedule

Uniform Guidance for National Convention

Covers – National Conv & Conf – NJA 2016 Ruling

Monday Joint Opening Session – MCL Casual Red Blazer uniform (suggested), MCL cover required.

Monday afternoon business session – MCL Undress uniform (suggested) or polo shirt, MCL cover required.

Tuesday business session – MCL Undress uniform (suggested) or polo shirt, MCL cover required.

Wednesday – casual wear 

Thursday business session – MCL undress uniform (suggested) or polo shirt, MCL cover required.

Friday business session – MCL undress uniform (suggested) or polo shirt, MCL cover required.

Friday Formal Reception / Grand Banquet – (Black Tie) MCL Evening Dress, MCL Formal Dress, or Black Tie (suggested), no MCL covers.

The MCL uniforms stated are the ‘suggested’ uniforms. With the exception of the MCL cover, any credentialed member in good standing will not be refused access to the business meetings if they are not wearing the suggested MCL uniform. MCL covers are required for wear during all business meetings of the convention.

Files & Reports

Convention Schedule

MODD Awards Banquet Schedule

Rules of Convention

Convention Delegate Registration

Reports

Reports – Board of Trustees

Reports – Committees

Reports – Departments

Reports – Other

 

 

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2026 National Convention location will be in Indianapolis, Indiana (8/10/2026 – 8/14/2026)

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2029, 2033, 2037 – Southern Quadrant – AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, OK, SC, TN, & TX

2030, 2034, 2038 – Central Quadrant – IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, & WI

2027, 2031, 2035 – Eastern Quadrant – CT, DC, DE, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VA, VT, WV & Puerto Rico

2028, 2032, 2036 – Western Quadrant – AK, AZ, CA. CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, & WY

Sep
12
Fri
2025
2025 Hunterdon County Bulldogs Golf Classic @ Beaver Brook Country Club
Sep 12 @ 08:00 – 16:00

The Hunterdon County Bulldogs Marine Corps League is pleased to announce our forth annual golf classic will be held at Beaver Brook Country Club on Friday, September 12th from 8AM-4PM. 

  • Registrations begins at 8:00 am
  • Shotgun start at 9:00 am
  • Lunch approx. 2:00 pm
  • Cigar Rolling approx. 2:00-4:00 pm
  • 2 hr Open bar approx. 2:00-4:00 pm

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL RATE $185 BY SEPTEMBER 1

RATE $195 AFTER SEPTEMBER 1

Golfer Rate Includes:

18 holes of golf with cart, warm-up breakfast at check in, 2 tickets for drink cart, snacks and water in golfer bag, hot dog & beer on the turn, bourbon tasting, lunch buffet, mobile cigar lounge, open bar during lunch.

Contest Holes:

Hole in one, closest to the pin, longest drive, beat the pro and putting contest holes.

Registration

Registration can be done on our online registration form or download our golf registration flier and fill out the registration form to mail checks. No registrations will be accepted the day of the event. All golfers must be pre-registered. Email golf@hcmcl.org with any questions.

Sponsorships and Scholarship Donations

Sponsorships from this golf outing support our annual Hunterdon County Marine Corps League Scholarship fund. Last year we raised $18,092 in scholarship funds for 2025 graduating high school seniors in Hunterdon County. Your donations and participation is vital to the success of our scholarship program and this event. Visit our golf classic page to view available sponsorships or download our brochure.

Oct
11
Sat
2025
West Hudson Detachment’s Annual Cigar Night @ Marine Corps league
Oct 11 @ 19:00 – 23:00

We invite you to join us for the West Hudson Detachment’s Annual Cigar Night! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 11th, from 7 PM to 11 PM, at the cozy West Hudson House, located at 286 Belgrove Drive in Kearny.

For a $40 donation, you’ll enjoy:

  • 2 Cigars
  • 2 Drinks
  • Enjoy Delicious House-Made Bolognese, Pasta, Salad & Bread Pudding

Every dollar raised will benefit the MCL Shooting Team and our Scholarship Fund.

If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to reach out to ategge@hotmail.com. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Oct
19
Sun
2025
West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team Annual Carlos Hathcock Match (300 yards) @ Cherry Ridge Range
Oct 19 @ 08:30 – 12:00
All Marines, Marine Corps League members, invited guests, members of the Cherry Ridge Range and their guests are invited to the West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team Annual Carlos Hathcock Match Precision Rifle, 300 Yards. 
 
19 Oct 2025 0830 hours squadding, firing at 0900 hours.
 
Awards: Lewis System
Individual Marine: 1st & 2nd place in class A, B & C.
Individual Civilian: 1st & 2nd place in class A, B & C
 
Contact ategge@hotmail.com. Everyone who RSVPs will receive a 2025 Participant patch.
 
Download flier below for detailed information.

2025 Carlos Hathcock Match Flier

Download for print.

Nov
7
Fri
2025
PFC Giordano Marine Corps Ball @ Paris Caterers
Nov 7 @ 18:30 – 22:30

Save the Date! The PFC Giordano Detachment proudly invites you to celebrate the 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball, as we gather to honor the founding of the United States Marine Corps and to pay tribute to the valor, commitment, and sacrifices of Marines past and present on November 7th from 6:30-10:30PM at Paris Caterers in Berlin!

NOW TO MAKE IT EASIER TO PURCHASE TICKETS, WE OFFER A PAYMENT PLAN!
That’s right, you can pay for your tickets with two easy payments per ticket!
Pay just $35.00 per payment till your ticket(s) are paid for and you are on your way to our 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball!!! (Must be paid in full prior to the Ball)

Last Year’s Ball sold out a month early, and with this being the 250th Anniversary of the Marine Corps Birthday, we expect that it will again this year!  That’s why we have started selling tickets earlier this year, and we are even offering a payment plan option!

We will commemorate our rich heritage with a formal evening that includes:

  • Happy Hour: Featuring complimentary beer and wine.
  • Ceremonial Cake Cutting: Honoring our oldest and youngest Marines.
  • Dinner: Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner shared with comrades and friends.
  • Awards and Recognition: Celebrating the achievements of our fellow Marines and Associate Members.
  • Dancing: Dance the night away to great music and entertainment.
  • Dress to impress and join us for an evening of reflection, pride, and festivity. Your presence will contribute to the spirit of unity and honor that defines the Marine Corps.

Secure your tickets* early to ensure you are part of this memorable evening. We look forward to celebrating with you and honoring the legacy of the Marine Corps.

Friday, November 7th, 2025, from 6:30pm – 10:30pm
Paris Caterers – 281 Berlin Cross Keys Rd, Berlin, NJ 08009

Tickets available by Cash, Check, Venmo or Cash App

If paying by check, make it payable to: PFC Giordano Det 200

Mailing Address – c/o Joe Donahue 12 Nelson Ave, Berlin, NJ 08009

In the amount of:

$70 per person now until 11/06/2025

$80 per person at the door 11/07/2025

*****WE MUST RECEIVE YOUR PAYMENT BY NOVEMBER 07, 2024*****

**MUST include name of guest**

We hope to see you there!

Nov
8
Sat
2025
Basilone Detachment 250th Birthday Ball @ The Pines Manor
Nov 8 @ 18:00 – 23:00

You are cordially invited to attend the United Stated Marine Corps 250th Birthday Ball Saturday, November 8th, 2025 at The Pines Manor, 2085 Lincoln Highway (Rt. 27) Edison, NJ 08817. 

Four Hour Open Bar
Cocktails 1800 (6:00 PM) – 1900 (7:00 PM)
Hord d’ Oeuvres served Butler Style
Choice of three Entrees
Pan Roasted Salmon
Roast Prime Rib of Beef
French Chicken Breast stuffed with Bourdin Cheese

All entrees include:
Caesar Salad anJ Pasta Course
Coffee, Tea, Soda, and Dessert

Formal Ceremony and Cake Cutting 
Formal Dinner and Dancing to Follow
Black Tie or Dress Uniform Optional
Guests Welcome

Reservation: $140.00 per person
Early Bird: $120.00 if paid by 31 August 2025
All proceeds to benefit Toys for Tots
RSVP Janet Misak 732-738-4694

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Nov
10
Mon
2025
Happy Birthday Marines
Nov 10 all-day

United States Marine Corps Birthday