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November 8th Chapel of the Four Chaplains Photo Gallery
Thank you to all who attended and participated in the Chapel of the Four Chaplains ceremony on Nov.8th at 11:00 am at the VFW Post 133 located on 485 Cranbury Rd. in East Brunswick, NJ. Below are photos of this year's recipients. [gallery...
2026 Department Convention April 23-26th at the Seaview Hotel
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...
New Jersey Veterans State Medal Deadline November 1st
As we near Veterans Day, consider placing an application into this state department to get an honor due to you or a loved one–a medal for your military service. A Medal Ceremony for all area veterans, sponsored by American Legion Post 59, Morristown, is on Tuesday,...
MCA’s Sporting Clay Shoot For The Marines
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...
Attention Veterans & Families: Government Shutdown Information
During a government shutdown, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) remains committed to supporting you. Here's what you need to know 👇 ✅ Services NOT Impacted: VA Medical Centers, Clinics & Vet Centers stay open Benefits (compensation, pension, education,...
Honor Flight of Southern New Jersey is Accepting Applications for October 16, 2025
Attention Veterans! Honor Flight of Southern New Jersey wants you! Our mission is to proudly escort veterans to Washinton, DC to see their memorials. We are now accepting applications for Thursday, October 16, 2025. The cost is free for veterans. For more information...
West Hudson Wingfest 2025
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...
West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team Annual Carlos Hathcock Match (300 yards) Oct 19
All Marines, Marine Corps League members, invited guests, members of the Cherry Ridge Range and their guests are invited to the West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team Annual Carlos Hathcock Match Precision Rifle, 300 Yards. 19 Oct 2025 0830 hours squadding,...
VSO Training by DMAVA October 23rd
Please find attached the agenda for the 50th Semi-Annual VSO Training and Information Seminar. The purpose of this training is to equip VSO's with the knowledge and skills to assist veterans with various issues, including claims, employment, education, and more. The...
Lakeland Marine Corps Ball November 7th
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...
PFC Giordano Marine Corps Birthday Ball November 7th
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...
2025 South Jersey Chapel of the Four Chaplains Events Nov 8 and Dec 6
I've listened to a lot of requests to have a Four Chaplains Induction Ceremony a little further south, so I've scheduled one on Nov.8th, at 11:00 am, at VFW Post 133,485 Cranbury Rd. East Brunswick, NJ; and another Four Chaplains Induction Ceremony even further south,...