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Gooney Bird Detachment Marine Corps Ball on November 9
The Marine Corps League, Gooney Bird Detachment, is proud to host the 2025 Marine Corps Ball in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. This momentous occasion will take place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 12 PM to 4 PM at The Grand,...
Jersey Shore Detachment 250th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration November 10th
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1838 will honor the life and legacy of General Alfred M. Gray, Jr. (1928–2024)—the 29th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps, —at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Spring Lake Manor (415 NJ-71,...
Hunterdon County Bulldogs Marine Corps Ball November 15
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,...
The Department of New Jersey Marine Corps League Attends New Jersey Miltary Review & Awards Ceremony
The New Jersey National Guard held its annual Military Review at the National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt, continuing a proud tradition in which the Governor, serving as Commander-in-Chief, formally reviews the Soldiers and Airmen of the state’s National Guard....
Events to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War
Atlantic Cape Community College will host a week-long series of events from September 16–20, 2025, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. This special tribute honors the service and sacrifice of veterans who served during the Vietnam War...
Department Meeting Date Changed to September 7th
Department & Detachment Staff, I hope this message finds you all well. I’d like to share some important updates regarding our next meeting and a few upcoming events. Our next meeting will take place at the Sea Girt Training Facility, located at 100 Camp Dr, Sea...
Introduction Message from Department Commandant Christopher Soldano
Members of the Department of New Jersey, Now that both the convention and the holiday season are behind us, I’d like to take a moment to introduce myself to those of you I may not yet have had the pleasure of meeting. My name is Chris Soldano, and as of this past...
Lakeland Breakfast September 20
The Marine Corps League Lakeland Detachment 744 invites the community to enjoy a hearty meal at its Monthly Breakfast on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will take place at the American Legion Hall Post #369, 65 Oak Street, Oakland,...
Honor Flight of Southern New Jersey is Coming to Ocean City
We're proud to welcome Honor Flight of Southern New Jersey for an exclusive on-site presentation honoring the service of our veterans. Honor Flight offers free, one-day trips to Washington, D.C., for veterans to visit the national war memorials built in their honor....
Lakeland Detachment Father’s Day Brunch on June 21st
Join us for an outstanding Father's Day Brunch with the Marine Corps League Lakeland Detachment #744 on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We’ll be gathering at the American Legion Hall Post #369, located at 65 Oak St, Oakland NJ 07436. Our breakfast...