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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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.
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!