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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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Sep
7
Sun
2025
Department Meeting @ National Guard Training Center
Sep 7 @ 09:30 – 11:00

Below are the scheduled dates for our upcoming in-person Department meetings, all of which will be held at the Sea Girt Facility. The start time has changed to 9:30AM. Please note that we might be in a different room depending on the date.

Meeting Schedule 2025-26

  • September 7th in Auditorium
  • November 23rd in Auditorium
  • January 25th in Auditorium
  • March 8th in Auditorium
  • March 14th – Leadership School (Room Location TBD)
Sep
21
Sun
2025
John Basilone Parade @ Raritan Train Station
Sep 21 @ 01:00 – 02:00

The 2025 John Basilone Parade will be on Sunday, September 21st at 1 PM.

John Basilone is the only Enlisted Marine:

  • To be awarded both The Congressional Medal of Honor and The Navy Cross.
  • To return to action after being presented the Medal of Honor and be killed in action.
  • To have an annual parade in his honor

There will be a ceremony at Basilone Statue after parade around 2:30 PM.

On parade day groups participating in the parade need to “check in” at the Registration Desk at the Raritan Train Station. The desk opens at 9 AM.

You should arrive by 11am so you can park, register and get to your starting location. The people at the registration desk will point you in the direction of the person that will show you where we are in the parade lineup.

For first timers, reminder Raritan is in Somerset County next to Somerville and Bridgewater. A good GPS address to get to the Raritan Train Station is:

77 Thompson Street Raritan NJ 08869

Remember – the parade is rain or shine.

As for parking for the Basilone Parade, Raritan is a downtown with somewhat crowded side streets.

Those participating in the parade may park at the Raritan Train Station – if parking spots are available. The earlier you arrive, the better chance you have of getting a parking spot at the train station. Other parking is available on the many side-streets in Raritan. In addition, there are two banks on Raritan’s main street – Somerset Street – which have around 16 parking spots each. Those banks are the PNC Bank at 9 West Somerset Street and Somerset Savings Bank at 802 West Somerset Street. There is also parking at LabCorp which is on Johnson Drive – which is off First Avenue. Also, along the river, the southern park of town, there are several small parking lots on Canal Street and Orlando Drive.

Oct
5
Sun
2025
MODD Pack Growl @ Elks Lodge
Oct 5 @ 10:00 – 12:00
Nov
23
Sun
2025
Department Meeting @ National Guard Training Center
Nov 23 @ 09:30 – 11:00

Below are the scheduled dates for our upcoming in-person Department meetings, all of which will be held at the Sea Girt Facility. The start time has changed to 9:30AM. Please note that we might be in a different room depending on the date.

Meeting Schedule 2025-26

  • September 7th in Auditorium
  • November 23rd in Auditorium
  • January 25th in Auditorium
  • March 8th in Auditorium
  • March 14th – Leadership School (Room Location TBD)
Jan
25
Sun
2026
Department Meeting @ National Guard Training Center
Jan 25 @ 09:30 – 11:00

Below are the scheduled dates for our upcoming in-person Department meetings, all of which will be held at the Sea Girt Facility. The start time has changed to 9:30AM. Please note that we might be in a different room depending on the date.

Meeting Schedule 2025-26

  • September 7th in Auditorium
  • November 23rd in Auditorium
  • January 25th in Auditorium
  • March 8th in Auditorium
  • March 14th – Leadership School (Room Location TBD)
Mar
8
Sun
2026
Department Meeting @ National Guard Training Center
Mar 8 @ 09:30 – 11:00

Below are the scheduled dates for our upcoming in-person Department meetings, all of which will be held at the Sea Girt Facility. The start time has changed to 9:30AM. Please note that we might be in a different room depending on the date.

Meeting Schedule 2025-26

  • September 7th in Auditorium
  • November 23rd in Auditorium
  • January 25th in Auditorium
  • March 8th in Auditorium
  • March 14th – Leadership School (Room Location TBD)
May
15
Fri
2026
2026 Northeast Division Conference @ Double Tree by Hilton - Wilkes Barre
May 15 – May 16 all-day

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.

Download the Northeast Division MOY and AOY protocol.

 

Jul
18
Sat
2026
Toys for Tots – Christmas in July 2026 @ American Legion Post 25
Jul 18 @ 18:00 – 22:00

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!