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September Department Meeting Location Change
Staff & members, We have a new location for our first Department meeting for this fiscal year. Our normal location of Sea Girt was not going to work for us for September. It is unfortunate, but we are at the mercy of their scheduled events and the holidays. Our...
Carlos Hathcock Match October 18
Marine Corps League – West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team The Marine Corps League West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team proudly presents the 2026 Carlos Hathcock Match, a 300-yard precision rifle competition at Cherry Ridge Range. Event Details Match Name: Carlos...
Marine Corps Birthday Block Party Set for November 7th in Bogota
The Marine Corps League and community partners are proud to host a Marine Corps Birthday Block Party on Saturday, November 7, 2026, celebrating 251 years of honor, courage, and commitment. The event will kick off at 12:00 PM at the Bogota VFW, located at 241 West...
251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball Toys for Tots Benefit
Celebrating the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps and the 250th Birthday of America Join us for an unforgettable evening of tradition, honor, and celebration as we commemorate the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps and the 250th Birthday...
Hunterdon County Bulldogs Marine Corps Ball November 15
Join us for an unforgettable evening of tradition, camaraderie, and celebration as we honor 251 years of the United States Marine Corps. Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 6PM-11PM Cocktail hour from 6PM-7PM Cost $75 per person – Open to the Public! Beaver Brook Country...
Our next Four Chaplains Award Ceremony will be held on June 20th
Our next Four Chaplains Award Ceremony will be held on June 20th at 10:00 am. Applications for nominations are due by May 31st! The annual Father Washington - Four Chaplains Award Ceremony is being hosted by Father Washington's parish, St. Stephen's Church, located at...
Garand Shoot – Marine Corps League West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team
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:...
2026 South Jersey Four Chaplains Award Ceremony – Nominations Due September 2nd
The Marine Corps League, Department of New Jersey, proudly announces that nominations are now open for the 2026 South Jersey Chapel of Four Chaplains Legion of Honor Awards, honoring individuals whose selfless service reflects the courage and compassion of the Four...
Toys for Tots – Christmas in July 2026
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...
West Hudson Detachment Hosts Pig Roast & Marine House 50th Anniversary Celebration
The West Hudson Detachment, Marine Corps League, is proud to celebrate a major milestone — the 50th Anniversary of the Marine House — with a community Pig Roast on Sunday, May 24, from 12 PM to 8 PM at 286 Belgrove Drive, Kearny, NJ 07032. This family‑friendly...