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May
3
Sun
2026
Tunes 4 Troops Concert @ Red Rock Bar & Grill
May 3 @ 12:00 – 17:00

The amazing Brian Kirk & The Jirks will be playing this concert in support of our troops. Veterans and active military are free. All others $20 donation to the Veterans Foundation of America. Come celebrate with some awesome music, cold beer and a great time.

May
13
Wed
2026
2nd Annual Philip Roxas Golf Benefit for Vetwork @ Bey Lea Golf Course
May 13 @ 11:30 – 18:00

Join us at Bey Lea Golf Course for a special event honoring Philip Roxas and supporting Vetwork. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate his life and make a difference for our veterans. Enjoy a day filled with fun, food, and fundraising for a great cause. Don’t miss this chance to give back and remember a beloved member of our community!

Philip Roxas, a proud United States Air Force member, lost his battle with liver disease on May 12, 2024. His life was defined by unwavering service to his country and family, upholding the values of integrity, excellence, and selfless duty. His legacy continues to inspire us all.

Vetwork is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential services tailored to the evolving needs of our veteran community. Since 1984, our commitment to helping veterans has been unwavering, and we take pride in being the first and last call for those in need.

  • Format will be a 4-person scramble.
  • Entry fee is $175.00 per golfer or $700.00 per foursome
  • Golf package includes Lunch, 18 Holes with Cart, Swag Bag, Putting Green Availability,
    Dinner, Cash Bar, Prizes, and Gift Auction.
  • All single golfers & foursome tickets must be purchased online at Vetwork.org prior to
    the event starts or until they are sold out. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR

11:30 AM REGISTRATION & LUNCH

1:00 PM SHOTGUN START

COCKTAIL HOUR & GIFT AUCTION will begin at the conclusion of the outing

5:00 PM DINNER & CASH BAR on site Shogun Legacy 1536 N. Bay Ave, Toms River, NJ
08753

  • If you are not golfing and would like to join us for cocktail hour, dinner and gift auction,
    the tickets are $75.00 per person.
  • Dinner tickets include a cocktail hour with passed sushi appetizers followed by a dinner
    buffet, cash bar, and gift auction.
  • Dinner tickets must be purchased prior to the event. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.

RAINDATE OF MAY 20, 2026

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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.

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May
17
Sun
2026
Cape-Atlantic Detachment 16th Annual Golf Outing @ Blue Heron Pines Golf Club
May 17 @ 07:00 – 17:00

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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May
23
Sat
2026
State of New Jersey Memorial Day Observance @ Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery
May 23 @ 10:45 – 12:00

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.

May
24
Sun
2026
Pig Roast & Marine House 50th Anniversary Celebration @ Marine House
May 24 @ 12:00 – 20:00

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

Follow us for updates and future events: Instagram: @WHDMCL Website: www.WHDMCL.com

Celebrate tradition, community, and 50 years of Marine House history. Semper Fidelis.

May
28
Thu
2026
Veterans Health Fair @ Wildwood Convention Center
May 28 @ 10:00 – 14:00

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!

Jun
21
Sun
2026
Garand Shoot – Marine Corps League West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team @ Cherry Ridge Range – 300 Yard Range
Jun 21 @ 08:30 – 16:00

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

  • Match Name: Garand Shoot

  • Date: June 21, 2026

  • Time: 0830 hours squadding | 0900 hours firing

  • Location: Cherry Ridge Range – 300 Yard Range
    100 Range Rd, Highland Lakes, NJ

  • Cost: $35.00

  • RSVP: ategge@hotmail.com

Who May Compete

  • All Marines

  • Marine Corps League members

  • Invited guests

  • Members of the Cherry Ridge Range and their guests

Match Format

  • Type: Garand or any precision rifle

  • Distance: 200 yards

  • Position: Sitting or prone

  • Target: MR-63

Equipment Rules

  • Firearms: Garand or any rifle legal in the State of New Jersey

  • Sights: Iron sights only (no scopes permitted)

  • Ammunition: No incendiary, tracer, or armor-piercing rounds allowed

  • Rounds: 16 rounds for record, plus sighters

Course of Fire

  • 10 minutes for sighters (coaching allowed)

  • 8 minutes to fire 8 rounds (no coaching; no radio communication between line and pits; no butt rests)

  • 80 seconds to fire 8 rounds (no coaching)

Scoring & Requirements

  • All scoring conducted in the pits

  • Each round individually scored

  • Patches must match the area hit (no black patches for aiming points)

  • All shooters are required to perform butt duty. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

 

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Jul
18
Sat
2026
Veterans Fishing Derby @ Monmouth Cove Marina
Jul 18 all-day
  1. 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!
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!