This event is for Young Marines only. Mrs. Bruce will be reaching out to parents to coordinate transportation to and from Downtown Cleveland. Please be sure your Young Marine is squared away in uniform with proper haircuts, boots polished, etc.…
Community Service Opportunity: Veterans Appreciation Breakfast November 9
Our unit has been asked to help again this year with the Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast. It is held every year in honor of Veterans Day. The breakfast is free for veterans, $4 for their guests. There will be entertainment,…
Community Service Opportunity: Blue Knight Run/Pig Roast August 23, 2019
The Blue Knights® International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club is a non-profit fraternal organization consisting of active and retired law enforcement officers who enjoy riding motorcycles. The Blue Knights Ohio XV Chapter is holding a pig roast and have asked for…
Community Service Opportunity: Last Stop Willoughby 8.24.2019
Location: Downtown Willoughby Meet Point: Gazebo in Downtown Willoughby Time: 0830 – 1630 Details: Young Marines are to attend squared away in uniform with proper haircuts. Please pack a lunch. Make sure you check in with staff before leaving. Our…
Fairport Harbor Mardi Gras Parade 7.3.19
We will be participating in the Fairport Harbor Mardi Gras Parade with Ashtabula County Young Marines on July 3. Details: July 3rd, 2019 Meet time: 1730 Parents required to stay Parade step-off: 1900 Uniform of the Day: Young Marine uniform…
Community Service: MCL Golf Outing at Black Brook Golf Course June 29, 2019
We will be assisting the Marine Corps League with their annual golf outing. This event may run longer than the 1700 end time, we will keep you updated on the time frame. DETAILS Date: Saturday, June 29, 2019 Location: Black…
Disaster Readiness Drill at University Hospitals 6.12.19
We would like to have our Young Marines participate in this event. It will be a learning experience for all in how to handle emergencies, see how leadership can affect large group efforts, and see real teamwork in action. We…
May Drill Schedule Changes **Correction for Saturday**
Drill for the month of May will be modified as follows: Saturday, May 18 Planting Flowers at Mentor Cemetary Drop off time as per usual at Gunny’s Hall at 0815 Will meet at Gunny’s hall before heading to the cemetery…
May Drill Schedule Changes
Drill for the month of May will be modified as follows: Saturday, May 18 Planting Flowers at Mentor Cemetary Drop off time as per usual at Gunny’s Hall at 0815 Will meet at Gunny’s hall before heading to the cemetery…
REVISED: Community Service Opportunity: Toys for Tots at the Great Lakes Mall
Please note, the location for the Toys for Tots activity is near the Pandora store, not Sears as previously mentioned. +++ From 1 December through 24 December, all Young Marines can earn credit towards the community service requirement by helping…
Community Service Opportunity: Toys for Tots at the Great Lakes Mall
From 1 December through 24 December, all Young Marines can earn credit towards the community service requirement by helping the Toys for Tots program. The location is inside the Great Lakes Mall at the Sears entrance and runs from 10…
Red Ribbon Week Activity: Riverside Rocks 5k 10.28.18
We are running this 5k as a unit for Red Ribbon Week and to support our local community in their endeavor. Race starts promptly at 0830 AM. Please arrive no later than 0800. Location: Riverside High School, 585 Riverside Drive…
Timberlake Community Center Trunk or Treat 10.27.18
Location: 11 E. Shore Blvd; Timberlake, 44095 Details: Please arrive between 1745 (5:45 p.m.) and 1800 (6:00 p.m.) Event goes till 2000 (8:00 p.m.) Young Marines need to be in Uniform, recruits in Red PT shirt, unit hoodie, Khaki pants,…
Community Service Opportunity: Fall Veterans Memorial Service October 6
The Fall Veterans Memorial Service is an event to remember all our military men and women and our unit has shown our support by attending over the years. The service is approximately 1 hour long, free, and open to the…
Community Service Opportunity: Veterans Appreciation Breakfast November 10
Our unit has been asked to help again this year with the Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast. It is held every year in honor of Veterans Day. The breakfast is free for veterans, $4 for their guests. There will be entertainment,…
Community Service Opportunity: Last Stop Willoughby August 18
This event is taking place instead of drill. Please pack a lunch, all Young Marines must be squared away with proper uniforms. You must sign your Young Marine in and out with unit staff. Location: Wes Point Park, Downtown Willoughby…
Community Service Opportunity Reminder: Toys for Tots July 15
This is an opportunity to help out Gunny’s Hall with their Toys for Tots fundraiser. They support us in many ways so please be sure to come support them. Location: Pickle Bill’s, 101 River St, Grand River, 44045 Hosted by:…
Community Service Opportunity: Placing flags at Veterans’ Graves on May 26 **UPDATE**
Update: There will not be pizza provided after the event as previously stated. We apologize for the inconvenience. Bottled water will be provided throughout the morning, however, so Young Marines and recruits will not need to bring their canteens. Reminder:…
Community Service Opportunity: Placing flags at Veterans’ Graves on May 26
Every year during Memorial Day weekend, we honor the fallen by placing flags on the grave sites of all military personnel buried at Whitehaven Cemetery. All Young Marines and recruits are encouraged to participate. DETAILS When: Saturday, May 26 Where:…
Reminder: Drill and Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing Community Service Opportunity May 20
Drill today will be held at the Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing in Hambden. This mandatory event for all Young Marines and recruits. We are honored again this year with an invitation from The Blue Knights to have our unit help…
Reminder: Random Acts of Kindness” Contest Due December 14
We are inviting all Young Marines and Recruits to participate in a “Random Acts of Kindness” contest. We request they try to log a minimum of 10 good deeds or well wishes between now and December 14th. Anyone who has…
REMINDER: Mandatory Community Service Opportunity: Toys for Tots Saturday December 9
Our unit will be assisting with a toy sort in conjunction with the Toys for Tots campaign supported by the Marine Corps League. This is a mandatory event so all Young Marines and recruits are required to attend. Details Date:…
Mandatory Community Service Opportunity: Toys for Tots Saturday December 9
Our unit will be assisting with a toy sort in conjunction with the Toys for Tots campaign supported by the Marine Corps League. This is a mandatory event so all Young Marines and recruits are required to attend. Details Date:…
Random Acts of Kindness” Contest
We are inviting all Young Marines and Recruits to participate in a “Random Acts of Kindness” contest. We request they try to log a minimum of 10 good deeds or well wishes between now and December 14th. Anyone who has…
Reminders: Veterans Day Community Service Activities 11.11.17
There are two community service activities schedule for Saturday, 11.11.17, in honor of Veterans Day. Breakfast at the Mentor Senior Center. All Young Marines are strongly encouraged to attend. Where: Mentor Senior Center Drop off: 0900 *Please do NOT leave…
Community Service Opportunity: Fall Veterans Memorial Service 10.7.17
The Fall Veterans Memorial Service is an event to remember all our military men and women and our unit has shown our support by attending over the years. The service is approximately 1 hour long, free, and open to the…
Lake County Parade July 25 – Mandatory
The Lake County Fair Parade is our only mandatory parade and all Young Marines are expected to participate. Details Date: July 25, 2017 Drop off: 1700 at the First Church of Christ, 422 Mentor Avenue in Painesville (directly across from…
Community Service Opportunity: Headlands 4th of July Parade
Our unit will be participating in the Headland’s 4th of July parade. We will meet on Forest Road just South of the intersection of Garden Lane at 11:00 am for line up. The parade route ends at the Headlands Community…
Community Service Opportunity: Western Reserve Harley Davidson May 13
Our unit will be helping with a community service event on Saturday, May 13, at the Western Reserve Harley Davidson in Mentor. Young Marines are to wear uniforms and be squared away. Recruits are not involved in this event. Details…
Community Service Opportunity: Willoughby Rib Burn Off May 20
On Saturday, May 20th, we will be participating in the Downtown Willoughby Rib Burn Off from 1300 – 1600. This is an event sponsored in part by the USO. We will have drill as scheduled in the morning so Young…
Community Service Opportunity: Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing 4.21.17
We are honored again this year with an invitation from The Blue Knights to have our unit help with their annual Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing. The bikes are blessed before they make the trip to Washington, D.C. for Memorial Day.…
Save the Date: Community Service Opportunity on May 13
There will be a community service opportunity on Saturday, May 13, at Western Reserve Harley Davidson in Mentor. Details to follow.
Community Service Opportunity: Toys for Toys at the Great Lakes Mall
From 1 December through 24 December, all Young Marines can earn credit towards the community service requirement by helping the Toys for Tots program. This is for Young Marines only. Recruits must wait until they graduate on December 17th to…
Community Service Opportunity: Toys for Tots
From 1 December through 24 December, all Young Marines can earn credit towards the community service requirement by helping the Toys for Tots program. This is for Young Marines only. Recruits must wait until they graduate on December 17 to…
Community Service Opportunities in Honor of Red Ribbon Week
National Red Ribbon Week starts October 21st and runs through October 31st. It is a time we heavily participate in as this is an opportunity to focus on our drug demand reduction efforts. This time was created in memory of…
Community Service Opportunity: Veterans Appreciation Breakfast November 12
Our unit has been asked to help again this year with the Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast. It is held every year in honor of Veterans Day. The breakfast is free for veterans, $4 for their guests. There will be entertainment…
Fall Veterans Memorial Service 10.1.16
The Fall Veterans Memorial Service is an event to remember all our military men and women and our unit has shown our support by attending over the years. The service is approximately 1 hour long, free, and open to the…
Reminder: Lake County Fair Parade August 17
The Lake County Fair Parade is our only mandatory parade and all Young Marines are expected to participate. Recruits are invited to participate as well. Details Date: August 17, 2016 Drop off: 1700 at the First Church of Christ, 422…
REMINDER: Community Service Opportunity, Blue Knight Motorcycle Run August 28
The annual Blue Knights Ohio XV Chapter Run benefitting Camp Ho Mita Koda in Newbury will be held Sunday, August 28. Our unit has helped with this event for several years and the Blue Knights would like us there again…
4th of July Parade in Mentor Headlands – Response Needed by June 29
In the past, we have participated in the 4th of July parade in Mentor Headlands. The parade takes place on the 4th which is a Monday this year. Drop off is at 11:00 a.m. and pick up is usually between…
Reminder: Community Service Opportunity: Placing flags at Veterans’ Graves on May 28
Every year during Memorial Day weekend, we honor the fallen by placing flags on the grave sites of all military personnel buried at Whitehaven Cemetery. All Young Marines are encouraged to participate. DETAILS When: Saturday, May 28 Where: Whitehaven Memorial…
Reminder: Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing Sunday, May 22
This Sunday is the the annual Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing. The bikes are blessed before they make the trip to Washington, D.C. for Memorial Day. This is an event we have been helping the Blue Knights with for three years…
Community Service Opportunity: Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing May 22 Reminder
This Sunday is the the annual Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing. The bikes are blessed before they make the trip to Washington, D.C. for Memorial Day. This is an event we have been helping the Blue Knights with for three years…
Community Service Opportunities: West End Y 5K/2 Mile Walk and Healthy Kids Day Track Meet on Sunday, May 1
The West End YMCA in Willoughby has asked our unit to help out with two events on Sunday, May 1. Please review all the information below and let Mr. Pund know if your Young Marine will be able to attend…
Community Service Opportunity: Gunny’s Hall Spring Clean Up April 30
The Marine Corps League has asked our unit to help with a Spring clean up at Gunny’s Hall on Saturday, April 30 at 0900. Young Marines are to wear old clothes appropriate for the weather conditions that can get dirty.…
Upcoming Unit Activities
There are several unit activities being planned as well as schedule changes. Information has been posted on our unit calendar. Please note: details for some of the events are still being finalized and we will share that information as soon…
Community Service Opportunity: 4th of July Parade
We will be meeting on Forest Road just South of the intersection of Garden Lane at 11:00 am for line up. The parade route ends at the Headlands Community Center. THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL NEED TO PICK UP YOUR…
Community Service Opportunity: Toys for Tots at the Great Lakes Mall
From 1 December through 24 December, all Young Marines can earn credit towards the community service requirement by helping the Toys for Tots program. The location is inside the Great Lakes Mall at the Sears entrance and runs from 10…
Reminder: Veterans Appreciation Breakfast RSVP Required
Our unit has been asked to help again this year with the Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast. It is held every year in honor of Veterans Day. The breakfast is free for veterans, $4 for their guests. There will be entertainment…
Community Service Opportunity: Veterans Appreciation Breakfast
Our unit has been asked to help again this year with the Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast. It is held every year in honor of Veterans Day. The breakfast is free for veterans, $4 for their guests. There will be entertainment…
Reminder: Community Service Opportunity-Blue Knight Run 13 September, RSVP Required
The annual Blue Knights Ohio XV Chapter Run benefitting Camp Ho Mita Koda in Newbury will be held Sunday, 13 September. Our unit has helped with this event for several years and the Blue Knights would like us there again…
Community Service Opporunity: Color Guard at the Lake County Captains Game 6 September
Our unit has been asked to provide a color guard for the Lake County Captains’ game on Sunday, 6 September. Details Date: 6 September 2015 Location: Classic Park, 35300 Vine St, Eastlake, OH 44095 Time: 1745-?? Since we won’t know…
Community Service Opportunity: Color Guard at Boulevard of 500 Flags 6 September
Our unit has been asked to provide a color guard for a ceremony that will be held Sunday, 6 September. Details Date: 6 September 2015 Location: Boulevard of 500 Flags, 35150 Lakeshore Boulevard, Eastlake, Ohio 44095 Time: 1000-1200 (ending time…
Mandatory Event: Lake County Fair Parade
The Lake County Fair Parade is our only mandatory parade and all Young Marines are expected to participate. Details Date: 18 August 2015 Drop off: 1700 at the First Church of Christ, 422 Mentor Avenue in Painesville (directly across from…
Community Service Opportunity: Montville Bicentennial Celebration
Below are the details for the Montville Bicentennial Celebration which is July 25. The festival runs from 1030 to 1730. Drop off: 0900 Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Rd. **All parents must sign in their Young Marines with unit staff…
RESPONSE NEEDED ASAP – Community Service Opportunity: Montville Township Bicentennial Celebration
As you know, our unit has been asked to help out at the Montville Bicentennial Celebration on July 25. The town of Montville is located at the intersection of Routes 6 and 528 in Geauga County. You can get more…
Community Service Opportunity: Gathering of the Eagles Airshow – CANCELLED
The Gathering of the Eagles Airshow which was scheduled to be held at the Lost Nation Airport this weekend, July 11 and 12, has been cancelled.
Possible Parade: 4th of July in Mentor Headlands – Response Needed by May 22
In the past, we have participated in the 4th of July parade in Mentor Headlands. The parade takes place on the 4th which is a Saturday this year. Drop off is usually 11:00 a.m. and pick up is usually between…
Possible Community Service Opportunity: Montville Bicentennial, Response Needed by May 22
Our unit has been asked to help out at the Montville Bicentennial Celebration on July 25. The town of Montville is located at the intersection of Routes 6 and 528 in Geauga County. Young Marines will help park cars, provide…
REMINDER: Community Service Activies Memorial Day Week-RSVP Need
There are two community service activities this coming weekend and RSVPs are due by May 20. Recruits are invited to participate on Saturday but Sunday’s event is for Young Marines only. Please see the unit calendar for information, including the…
Community Service Opportunity: Memorial Day Service Color Guard on May 24
The Young Marines have been asked to provide a color guard this year. Therefore, we need four Young Marines to participate (recruits are not eligible). DETAILS Where: Whitehaven Memorial Park, 615 SOM Center Rd, Mayfield Village, OH 44143 Time: 1215-1330.…
Community Service Opportunity: Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing May 17
The Blue Knights have asked our unit to help with the annual Rolling Thunder Bike Blessing again this year. The bikes are blessed before they make the trip to Washington, D.C. for Memorial Day. There is a church service, followed…
Reminder: Community Service Opportunity-Toys for Tots
From 1 December through 24 December, all Young Marines can earn credit towards the community service requirement by helping the Toys for Tots program. The location is inside the Great Lakes Mall at the Sears entrance and runs from 10…
Slight Time Change to Veterans Breakfast on November 8th
The coordinator of the Veterans Breakfast will need our assistance until 1230 on 8 November, not 1200 as previously stated. It would be helpful to know if any of the parents plan on staying to help so we can give…
Community Service Opportunity: Veterans Breakfast – November 8, 2014
Our Young Marines have been asked to help once again this year with the Annual Veterans Breakfast. It is held every year in honor of Veterans Day. The breakfast is free for veterans, $4 for their guests. There will be…
Community Service Opportunity: Blue Knights Run at Camp Ho Mita Koda
The annual Blue Knights Run at Camp Ho Mita Koda in Newbury will be held Sunday, 14 September. Please see our unit calendar for more information.
Community Service Opportunity: Blue Knights Run at Camp Ho Mita Koda
The annual Blue Knights Run at Camp Ho Mita Koda in Newbury will be held Sunday, 14 September. Please see our unit calendar for more information.
Important Information Regarding Drop Off Location for the Lake County Fair Parade
From the Lake County Fair’s Facebook page: Heavy pavement reconstruction on Walnut Street in Painesville has forced fair officials to make changes to the annual opening day parade scheduled for Tuesday, August 12th. Parade participants are being instructed to assemble…
Important July Drill Information – Change in Drill Dates
Since the Gathering of the Eagles Airshow is July 19 and 20 at Lost Nation Airport and we help USAM every year with the event, we are changing the drill schedule for July. We will have drill on Saturday AND…
Reminder: July Drill Information
Since the Gathering of the Eagles Airshow is July 19 and 20 at Lost Nation Airport and we help USAM every year with the event, we are changing the drill schedule for July. We will have drill on Saturday AND…
Community Service Opportunity: Memorial Day Service Color Guard on May 25
The Young Marines have been asked to provide a color guard this year. Therefore, we need four Young Marines to participate (recruits are not eligible). DETAILS Where: Whitehaven Memorial Park, 615 SOM Center Rd, Mayfield Village, OH 44143 Time: 1215-1330.…
Community Service Opportunity: Placing flags at Veterans’ Graves on May 24
Every year during Memorial Day weekend, we honor the fallen by placing flags on the grave sites of all military personnel buried at Whitehaven Cemetery. All Young Marines and recruits are encouraged to participate. DETAILS Where: Whitehaven Memorial Park, 615…
Community Service Opportunity: American Legion Post 678 Awards Dinner
We need 5 – 7 Young Marines to assist in an awards dinner event at the American Legion Post 678. The event is hosted by the American Legion to honor the academic achievement of local high school students. Young Marines…
Veterans Breakfast Update
Thank you to the following Young Marines who have signed up for the Veterans Breakfast on Saturday: Bittner-Ford Toth McGrath, Tanner McGrath, Tyler Mendez Since we need 6 Young Marines and only have 5 signed up, we are still in…
Community Service Opportunity: Toys for Tots at Great Lakes Mall
From 1 December through 24 December, all Young Marines can earn credit towards the community service requirement by helping the Toys for Tots program. The location is inside the Great Lakes Mall at the Sears entrance and runs from 10…
Community Service Opportunity: Veterans Breakfast – November 9, 2013
Our Young Marines have been asked to help once again this year with the Annual Veterans Breakfast. It is held every year in honor of Veterans Day. Please see the unit calendar for more information.
Color Guard Needed For Riverside High School – October 11, 2013
Riverside High School has asked our unit to provide a color guard for their football game on Friday, October 11. We need 4 Young Marines for this event. A parent or guardian is required to stay while their Young Marine…
Fall Veterans Memorial Service – October 5, 2013
The Fall Veterans Memorial Service is an event to remember all our military men and women. This year, the event will focus on the 30th anniversary of the Beirut Bombing of the Marine Barracks on October 23, 1983. The service…
Fall Veterans Memorial Service – October 5, 2013
The Fall Veterans Memorial Service is an event to remember all of our military men and women. This year, the event will focus on the 30th anniversary of the Beirut Bombing of the Marine Barracks on October 23, 1983. The…
REMINDER: Community Service Opportunity for Young Marines/Blue Knight Run September 15
The Young Marines will be volunteering once again this year at the annual Blue Knight Run at Camp Ho Mita Koda on 15 September. Please read the detailed information about this event here.
Volunteers still needed for the Gathering of the Eagles Airshow
We still need volunteers for the Gathering of the Eagles Airshow this weekend. There are openings for the following time slots: Saturday Every time slot: Two Young Marines needed* Sunday 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00…
REMINDER: Gathering of the Eagle Airshow Community Service Opportunity
The Young Marines will again be helping the United States Aviation Museum (USAM) run their dog tag machines during the Gathering of the Eagles Air Show on July 13 and 14 at Lost Nation airport. So far we only have…
Community Service Opportunity: Gathering of the Eagles Airshow July 13 and 14
The Young Marines will be helping the United States Aviation Museum (USAM) run their dog tag machines during the Gathering of the Eagles Air Show on July 13 and 14 at Lost Nation Airport in Willoughby, Ohio.
Please visit our unit calendar or click here for detailed event information.