Mark your calendars and bring your appetite! Wingfest 2025 is back for its 4th Annual celebration of food, fun, and community—all in support of Vetwork, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting veterans in need.
This year’s highly anticipated event will take place on
Saturday, September 27th | Noon to 4 PM
Caffrey’s Backyard – 440 Route 9, Forked River, NJ
(Rain Date: October 11th)
$20 All-You-Can-Eat Wings
Enjoy endless wings, live music, and a high-energy crowd, all while helping a worthy cause. It’s more than just a feast—it’s a way to give back.
Wing-Off Competition
Do you have what it takes to be crowned wing champion? Enter the 3rd Annual Vetwork Wing-Off Competition for just $10 and go head-to-head with other contestants for a shot at the championship belt and serious bragging rights.
Event Highlights
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Live Music
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Large Gift Auction
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50/50 Drawing
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Great Prizes and Surprises
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Family-Friendly Atmosphere
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Looking to showcase your business while supporting local veterans? Sponsorship packages are still available. Download the sponsorship flier below for more information.
All Proceeds Benefit Vetwork
Every dollar raised goes directly to Vetwork, helping provide vital services to local veterans and their families.
Don’t miss one of the most exciting and meaningful events of the year.
WINGFEST 2025 – Come hungry. Leave inspired.
For more information, to become a sponsor, or to register for the Wing-Off, visit: https://vetwork.org/wingfest
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Get ready, wing lovers—West Hudson Detachment Marine Corps League Wingfest 2025 is coming to Kearny on Saturday, October 18 from 6:30–10 p.m. at the Marine House, 286 Belgrove Drive.
For just a $25 donation, you’ll score 2.5 pounds of wings and two drink tickets—the perfect recipe for a night of food, friends, and fun.
With great flavors, cold drinks, and a lively community vibe, Wingfest is the place to be this fall. Don’t miss it!
Individual Marine: 1st & 2nd place in class A, B & C.
Individual Civilian: 1st & 2nd place in class A, B & C
2025 Carlos Hathcock Match Flier
Download for print.
Kindly RSVP by noon on October 16th by replying to this email.
The Marine Corps League Lakeland Detachment #744 is proud to announce its Thirty-Fifth Annual Marine Corps Ball, commemorating the 250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps.
The celebration will take place on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Macaluso’s Restaurant in Pompton Lakes, NJ. This milestone event honors the founding of the Marine Corps in 1775 and continues a time-honored tradition of fellowship, pride, and remembrance.
Guests are cordially invited to attend this distinguished evening. The cost is $95.00 per person, payable by check to MCL #744. Reservations must be received no later than October 17, 2025, and should be mailed to:
Marine Corps League #744
P.O. Box 8
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442-0008
For attendees with dietary restrictions or those seeking additional information, please contact Grace Alvarez at 973-839-5693.
Formal invitations were mailed on August 15, 2025. Members, families, and friends of the Marine Corps League are encouraged to join in marking this historic occasion and celebrating 250 years of Marine Corps legacy.
250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball
Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 6PM-11PM
Cocktail hour from 6PM-7PM
Cost $75 per person / Open to the Public!
Razberry’s Banquet Center
834 NJ-12, Frenchtown, NJ 08825
Join the Hunterdon County Bulldogs Marine Corps League for our 250th Marine Corps Birthday Formal Ball with cocktail hour, plated dinner, birthday ceremony, dessert, DJ, dancing & open bar. Backdrop available for taking pictures in your formal wear! Please note, this event is open to all, not just Marines!
All tickets are first come, quantities are limited.
Ball ticket deadline: November 8, 2025
Email birthdayball@hcmcl.org with any questions.
Birthday Ball Celebration Program “AD” Book Advertising Details:
Inside Cover $150.00
Back Cover $150.00
Full Page $100.00
1/2 Page $50.00
1/4 Page $25.00
Business Card $20.00
Booster Name $5.00
NOTE: Inside cover, back cover, first and last page are first come first served so reserve your ad ASAP! Please email first to see if they are still available or if you have any questions or need assistance with your ad.
Please send your “Ad” via email to Chris Soldano at: christopher.soldano@hcmcl.org
Adbook deadline: November 1, 2025
Join the MCA’s Sporting Clay Shoot Competition celebrating 250 years of the Marine Corps. The event will be held on November 21st at the Cedar Creek Sporting Clays at 499 Ramah Road in Millville.
Schedule of Events
8:00am Check-In / Breakfast
9:00am Safety Briefing & Instructions
9:30am Shotgun Start
Lunch & Awards following the shoot
Fill out the Participant Form no later than November 7th. The Liability and Waiver Form can be filled out prior to the shoot for expedited check-in.
The Marine Corps Association supports the professional development, education, and recognition of active-duty and reserve Marines. Through programs such as writing awards, battlefield studies, unit libraries, and leadership seminars, we help Marines grow as leaders and warfighters. Proceeds will directly fund these initiatives ensuring today’s Marines are prepared to lead with confidence and skill on today’s complex battlefields. Cedar Creek’s 15-station course offers a fun, welcoming challenge for all skill levels.
A Medal Ceremony for all area veterans, sponsored by American Legion Post 59, Morristown, is on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at the VFW Post 3401 in Morris Plains (45 Tabor Road) beginning at 11 AM.
See the instructions on how to apply. Applications must be received by November 1, 2025 to take part in this event.
The New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMAVA) is staffed to support veterans and their families. Take some time to explore the breadth of opportunities available through their services and described on their website.
We’re starting this year with our Chaplains Training on January 12th, 2026, at 7:00 pm.
Online registration is now available for the Department of New Jersey 22nd Annual Leadership School to be held on Saturday, 14 March 2026. This year we will be following a new format whereas the course materials are to be downloaded from the Department website prior to attending the class. The materials will be under the Leadership School Tab. It is advisable to bring your laptop/tablet for reference.
The course will be conducted at the NJ National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt, NJ and will begin at 0800 and conclude at approximately 1630.
Our course outlines and curriculum will facilitate a greater understanding and working knowledge for the attendees while covering general and operational aspects of the Marine
Corps League and its members.
It is strongly encouraged and recommended that all newly elected and or appointed officers attend. The deadline for application is Friday, 6 March 2026.
The Cohort will be limited to 40 members. Should an opening become available, accommodations will be made on a first come first served basis.
It is advisable to register early as the class fills up quickly.
The cost is $40.00 and is Non-Refundable upon commitment.
Register Online here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dept-of-nj-mcl-leadership-school-application
Or Download the application below and mail in your payment.
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