McHenry Fiesta Days Parade 2024
2024-07-21 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
The Marine Corps League will be gathering on Front Street in McHenry for the parade. Let us know if you are going to be there so we can determine if we need the trailer for those who can’t walk distances. Come participate and let the community know who we are. Semper Fi

2024 McHenry County Marine Corps Ball
2024-11-09 18:00 - 23:30 | Holiday Inn Crystal Lake, IL, 800 South Route 31, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
Come celebrate our 249th Birthday celebration of our Corps. Bring every veteran and family member, including friends and relatives, to this lively event. There will be an open bar for two hours, along with awesome food and music by DJ. Dress is somewhat formal, but do not let that stop you from coming out to be with fellow veterans of all branches.

R.E.D Shirt Friday
2024-12-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Galati’s Hideaway, 800 Feinberg Court, Cary, IL, 60013
R.E.D. Shirt Fridays – gather to Remember Everyone Deployed in Harms Way. Our weekly get together to catch upon happenings in our family.

Breakfast with Marines
2024-12-07 08:00 - 10:00 | Kim & Patties Cafe, 731 Ridgeview DR, McHenry, IL, 60050, United States
Join us for breakfast at Kim & Patties in McHenry. Good conversation and a chance to see what everyone is doing.

R.E.D Shirt Friday
2024-12-13 17:00 - 19:00 | El Vado Mexican Restaurant, 929 Front Street, McHenry, IL, 60050, United States

Detachment Leadership Board Meeting
2024-12-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Exemplar Financial, 413 E Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012, United States
Monthly leadership meeting to prepare for the Detachment on Thursday, December 19th. All are welcome to see what is going on. Committee Chairs will be discussing their information as necessary. Planning for the Bowling Day and Nick’s Pizza Family Lunch will be reviewed.

American Veterans Alliance Board Meeting
2024-12-18 18:00 - 19:00
American Veterans Alliance (AVA) board will be meeting to discuss their business affairs. This is an open meeting for interested individuals.

Detachment Meeting
2024-12-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Trademark Events, 240 Throop Street, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
December Detachment Meeting – review health of the detachment, plan for next six months of activities.

R.E.D Shirt Friday
2024-12-20 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-17 17:00 - 19:00

Marksmanship Training
2025-01-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Northshort Sports – Crystal Lake, 560 Beechcraft Ln, Crystal Lake, IL 60012, 560 Beechcraft Ln, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012, United States
Prepare for and execute pistol training course of fire at Northshore Sports.

R.E.D. Shirt Friday
2025-01-10 17:00 - 19:00

Family Bowling
2025-01-12 12:00 - 16:00
Gather the family and enjoy a bowling outing at Woodstock Bowling Lanes.

Veterans Assistance Commission - Board Meeting
2025-01-15 17:00 - 18:30 | McHenry County Administration Building, 667 Ware RD, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
The VAC meets the 3rd Wednesday each month to discuss and review concerns for veterans in McHenry County. During this month, the Veterans Assistance Commission Foundation will also have its annual board meeting. All are welcome to attend to see what is going on, express concerns affecting our county for veterans and to know who the leadership of our Commission are.

Detachment Meeting
2025-01-17 19:30 - 20:30 | Trademark Events, 240 Throop Street, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Monthly Detachment Meeting – review website updates, plan for spring activities. Prepare for Superbowl LIX Bash.

R.E.D Shirt Friday
2025-01-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Rookies, Crystal Lake, 72 N. Williams Street, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012, United States
R.E.D. Shirt Fridays – gather to Remember Everyone Deployed in Harms Way. Our weekly get together to catch upon happenings in our family.
This week we will be at Rookies in Crystal Lake.

Family Lunch - Nick's Pizza and Pub
2025-01-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Nick’s Pizza & Pub, 856 Pyott RD, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012, United States
Join the League for a family outing at Nick’s Pizza in Crystal Lake.

R.E.D Shirt Friday
2025-01-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Sofie’s Whiskey & Wine, 150 S Eastwood Dr. Unit E, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
R.E.D. Shirt Fridays – gather to Remember Everyone Deployed in Harms Way. Our weekly get together to catch upon happenings in our family.
This week we will be at Sofie’s Whiskey and Wine, Woodstock.

R.E.D. Shirt Friday
2025-02-07 17:00 - 19:00 | DC Cobbs Huntley, 11808 Coral St, Huntley, IL, 60142, United States
R.E.D. Shirt Fridays – gather to Remember Everyone Deployed in Harms Way. Our weekly get together to catch upon happenings in our family.
This week we will be at D.C. Cobbs

Super Sunday Bash LIX
2025-02-09 17:00 - 22:00 | Offsides Sports Bar & Grill, 680 S. Eastwood Drive, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
OFFSIDES SPORTS BAR & GRILL
680 S. Eastwood Drive, Woodstock, IL 60098
Time: 5 PM to end of game

For more information, visit the American Veterans Alliance Event Page

R.E.D. Shirt Friday - Whiskey Diablo
2025-02-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Whiskey Diablo, 1325 Riverside Dr, McHenry, IL, 60050, United States
Come join us for a meal and conversation at Whiskey Diablo in McHenry.

R.E.D. Shirt Friday Doyle's Pub
2025-02-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Doyle’s Pub, 5604 Mill St, Richmond, IL, 60071, United States
Join use for a meal and conversation. Catch up on the happenings around the Detachment and with friends.

Breakfast with Marines - Isabel's Family Restaurant
2025-02-22 08:30 - 21:30 | Isabel’s Family Restaurant, 1110 N Seminary Ave, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Our next breakfast is going to be special. We are going to Isabell’s located in Woodstock. The owner’s son has been in the Marine Corps for several years now, and they are very proud of this fact. She is excited to host this awesome event. Come out and support a Marine Family. Semper Fi!

R.E.D. Shirt Friday - Halftime Bar & Grill
2025-02-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Halftime Bar & Grill, 2405 Johnsburg Rd, Johnsburg, IL, 60051, United States

R.E.D. Shirt Friday - Georgio's Chicago Pizzeria & Pub
2025-03-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Georgio’s Pizzeria & Pub, 75 E Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States

R.E.D. Shirt Friday - Snuggery McHenry
2025-03-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Snuggery River Roadhouse, 801 N River Rd, McHenry, IL, 60051, United States

St Patrick's Day
2025-03-15 12:00 - 17:00 | McHenry ShamROCKS the Fox
St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
We are meeting at or near the corner of Kane and Green Streets at 11 am. Parade starts at Noon.
Advise attendance. Contact Sgt at Arms Chuck Matijevic at 847-239-0786
Parking behind the McHenry Community High School East.

R.E.D. Shirt Friday - Tracks Bar & Grill
2025-03-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Tracks Bar & Grill, 108 W Main St, Cary, IL, 60013, United States

MCL Central Division Conference
2025-03-28 - 2025-03-29 | Clarion Hotel & Convention Center, 411 S Larking Ave, Joliet, IL, 60436, United States
Central Division Conference is being held in Joliet, IL brining together Marine Corps League and Auxiliary members from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, and Wisconsin to share important education and business topics affecting the League and Auxiliary throughout or region.
The conference is two days consisting of classes addressing Recruitment and Retention, Fundraising, Community Engagement, administrative duties and workshops on other matters of concern to the League and Auxiliary on Friday. Saturday begins with a Memorial Service for our Fallen and Business meetings concerning the Division including elections and appointments of Division officers.
Friday evening, the Military Order of the Devil Dogs, an honorary society within the Marine Corps League will dinner and then gather for a growl (meeting) to discuss the business of the Order and participate in games and activities raising awareness and supporting local the Children’s Hospital Fund, Operation Chow Hound (serving no-kill shelters) and other matters of the Order.
On Saturday evening there will be a social hour and a banquet dinner with guest speaker Col. Aaron Lloyd, Commanding Officer, 9th Marine Corps District.
