Calendar

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

Dec
6
Sat
2025
Chapel of the 4 Chaplains @ VFW Post 3020
Dec 6 @ 11:00 – 13:00
The Uniform of the Day will be the MCL Casual Uniform (Red Blazer with MCL pocket crest, black tie, black trousers, and MCL cover). As a reminder, the Sun Bursts collar emblems are NOT worn with this uniform.
We will have refreshments for all attendees an hour before the Ceremony.
Apr
23
Thu
2026
2026 Department Convention @ Sea View Inn & Golf Resort
Apr 23 – Apr 25 all-day

Join us at New Jersey’s only Historic Golf Hotel, the Seaview, in Galloway for the 2026 Department of New Jersey Convention on April 23-26th. For more than a century, this iconic hotel on the Jersey Shore near Atlantic City has hosted presidents, rock stars and golf’s greatest champions—and now we’re excited to be back at the Seaview again for our 2026 Department Convention!

To make your hotel reservation by phone, please call the new Hyatt Reservation number: 609-652-1800 and press Option 1 for reservations

If the reservation agent does not immediately locate rooms under the Marine Corps League block, please provide the group code: G-MARI.

To make your reservation online:  Visit the Hyatt site at: https://www.hyatt.com/loyalty/en-US and put in the Seaview Hotel and our convention dates. Use the group code G-MARI to see our rooms and rates.

All reservations must be made with the hotel by March 24, 2026. You must give them a credit card number; however, the room will not be charged to your account. Be sure to get a confirmation number.

Ad Book Registration:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dept-of-nj-ad-book

Convention Registration:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/98th-department-convention-delegate-registration

Banquet Registration:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dept-of-nj-banquet-tickets

Sponsor and Vendor Registration:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dept-of-nj-convention-sponsor-and-vendor-form

For more information, visit the Department Convention page.

Jun
20
Sat
2026
Chapel of Four Chaplain’s Legion of Honor Award Program @ St Stephens Roman Catholic Church
Jun 20 @ 10:00 – 11:00

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.

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!