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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...

CPL William H. Smith Marine Corps League Annual Picnic

The CPL William H. Smith Marine Corps League is proud to announce its Annual Picnic, taking place on Friday, August 23rd, at VFW Post 9503, located on Veterans Boulevard in Bayville. The event will run from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM and promises an afternoon full of great...

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2025 Stand Down of South Jersey

The 2025 Stand Down of South Jersey will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025 from 8:30am to 12:30pm at the Cherry Hill Armory, Grove & Park Blvd, Cherry Hill, NJ.  If you are a homeless or at risk veteran wishing to attend for services, please register on our...

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Support Local Veterans at Wingfest 2025

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...

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Last Call for Award Packets

Greetings Marines, Associates, Auxiliary and Dogs of the Order, This will be the LAST CALL for AWARDS PACKETS to be submitted as the deadline is May  20th. If you have a deserving member who can be submitted for: Department Marine of the Year Department Associate...

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26th Annual Lakeland Detachment Golf Outing Fundraiser

The Marine Corps League Lakeland Detachment #744 invites you to it's 26th Annual Lakeland Detachment Golf Outing Fundraiser! Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Peakness Valley Golf Course 209 Totowa Rd, Totowa, NJ 07470 10 AM Registration & Breakfast Noon Shotgun Start Cost:...

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Department Convention Deadlines Fast Approaching!

Greetings Marines, Associates, Auxiliary and Dogs of the Order,   Just a reminder that we are getting closer to the closing of our fiscal year which will culminate with our Department Convention.   I know that we are all busy, and while some of the...

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Lakeland Detachment #744 Breakfast April 26

Join us for a delightful breakfast with the Marine Corps League Lakeland Detachment #744 on Saturday, April 26, 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 spread...

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