The 2026 Northeast Division Conference will feature Division business sessions, leadership development programming, and concurrent breakout discussions designed to strengthen Detachments and Departments across the Northeast. Early registration is encouraged to assist with planning and space allocation.
For more information, visit the Northeast Division Conference webpage.
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The Cape-Atlantic Detachment of the Marine Corps League will host its 16th Annual Golf Outing on May 17, 2026, at Ron Jaworski’s Blue Heron Pines Golf Club in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey. The event raises funds to support South Jersey veterans while honoring their service and sacrifices.
Golfers will begin the day with sign-in from 7:00 a.m. to 7:50 a.m., followed by an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start. The tournament will be played in a scramble format, with prizes awarded to the 1st Place Men’s and Women’s Teams, along with trophies for closest to the pin, longest drive, and straightest drive.
Participants will enjoy a full day of activities and hospitality, including continental breakfast with beer and soda, bottled water at the start and turn, and a backyard BBQ lunch following the outing. Guests who wish to attend only the luncheon can join the event at 1:00 p.m. for $30.
A highlight of the outing will be a hole-in-one contest on a selected par-3 hole, where the first golfer to make an ace will win a brand-new Chevrolet courtesy of Bennett Chevrolet. The event will also feature a chance auction with prizes such as dinners for two, baskets of cheer, and golf foursomes, along with a 50/50 raffle.
Registration is $175 per golfer, and businesses or supporters can participate through $100 hole sponsorships. Trophies for the event are being provided courtesy of Action Uniform.
Organizers encourage community members, golfers, and local businesses to participate and help support programs benefiting veterans throughout South Jersey.
Payments must be submitted by May 8, 2026, and checks should be made payable to MCL 194 Golf and mailed to P.O. Box 118, Absecon, NJ 08201. For more information, visit www.capeatlanticmcl.org or call 609-517-6466.
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Commissioner Vincent Solomeno of the New Jersey Department of Veterans Affairs invites all Veterans to attend this year’s Memorial Observance—the first held under the banner of the newly established Department of Veterans Affairs.
The program will begin with a 200‑meter march featuring Veterans and Veterans Service Organizations. All detachments and color guards are welcome. An accessible reserved section will be available for those unable to march.
Join the West Hudson Detachment for a special celebration marking the 50th Anniversary of the Marine House. Enjoy a full day of food, fellowship, and Marine Corps camaraderie at our annual Pig Roast.
Admission
- $40 – Member
- $50 – Member + One Guest
- $45 – Non‑Member
- Free – Children under 12
Checks may be made payable to West Hudson Det. MCL.
Additional Info
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Celebrate tradition, community, and 50 years of Marine House history. Semper Fidelis.
In collaboration with the VFW State Convention, we are bringing in health systems to provide health checks & screenings for all veterans and military spouses. Through the generosity of Braven Health and the clinical services of Cooper University Hospital & Deborah Heart & Lung Hospital, we will have cardiovascular checks, Stroke risk assessments, pulmonology testing, cancer screenings and more. Please get yourself checked out as we cannot afford to lose any more of our nation’s bravest!
Our next Four Chaplains Award Ceremony will be held on June 20th at 10:00 am.
The annual Father Washington – Four Chaplains Award Ceremony is being hosted by Father Washington’s parish, St. Stephen’s Church, located at 141 Washington Avenue in Kearny (corner of Kearny Ave and Washington Ave).
If you haven’t seen the Four Chaplains Award Ceremony, it’s worth coming to support the winners and learn more about the program.
This is a great opportunity to recognize those in our community who do so much to help others!
I hope to see you there.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call Paul Thompson at (201-320-3210) or email paulcfp@aol.com.
The Marine Corps League West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team invites eligible competitors to participate in the 2026 Garand Shoot at Cherry Ridge Range.
Event Details
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Match Name: Garand Shoot
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Date: June 21, 2026
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Time: 0830 hours squadding | 0900 hours firing
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Location: Cherry Ridge Range – 300 Yard Range
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Cost: $35.00
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RSVP: ategge@hotmail.com
Who May Compete
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All Marines
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Marine Corps League members
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Invited guests
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Members of the Cherry Ridge Range and their guests
Match Format
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Type: Garand or any precision rifle
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Distance: 200 yards
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Position: Sitting or prone
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Target: MR-63
Equipment Rules
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Firearms: Garand or any rifle legal in the State of New Jersey
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Sights: Iron sights only (no scopes permitted)
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Ammunition: No incendiary, tracer, or armor-piercing rounds allowed
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Rounds: 16 rounds for record, plus sighters
Course of Fire
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10 minutes for sighters (coaching allowed)
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8 minutes to fire 8 rounds (no coaching; no radio communication between line and pits; no butt rests)
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80 seconds to fire 8 rounds (no coaching)
Scoring & Requirements
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All scoring conducted in the pits
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Each round individually scored
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Patches must match the area hit (no black patches for aiming points)
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All shooters are required to perform butt duty. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
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Spend the day out on the water as we all fish for Fluke & Sea Bass. Prizes will be given to the largest Sea Bass, Fluke, and the highest number of keepers! Food & Entertainment to follow. Don’t miss this great day of fishing and camaraderie!
Join us for a festive mid‑summer celebration supporting the Toys for Tots Foundation, because “Every Child Deserves a Christmas.”
This special Christmas in July event brings together great food, music, dancing, and community spirit—all while helping ensure children in need receive a joyful holiday season.
Buffet Dinner Menu
Enjoy a full buffet featuring:
- 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, and dessert
Entertainment
- Oldies from the ’50s & ’60s
- DJ music and dancing from 7–10 PM
Reservation Deadline
All reservations must be received by July 10, 2026. Make checks payable to: Toys for Tots Foundation Mail to: c/o 55 Gordon Ave. Fords, NJ 08863
Join Us for a Night of Holiday Cheer in July!
Come out for great food, great music, and a great cause. Ho‑Ho‑Ho! Ooh‑rah!