Scuttlebutt 1037

The meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 18 will be held at the Natick Elks on Speen Street rather than the AMVETS.  The meeting will be at the normal 1930 time.

Metro-west Detachment #1037 was well represented at the 2014 observation of Iwo Jima day at the Massachusetts State House on February 19.  Mandated by proclamation of the Governor, Iwo Jima Day commemorated the 69th anniversary of the epic WWII battle that has gained legendary status in Marine Cops history.  Assaulting a well protected island in strategic position relative to the Japanese mail land, Marine landing forces fought inch by inch to take this small island from a heavily dug in enemy.  With thousands of deaths and injuries on both sides, the battle of Iwo Jima is regarded as a benchmark of amphibious warfare and one of the proudest moments in Marine Corps history.  Metro-west Detachment #1037 is proud to be the lead detachment in the official Massachusetts observation of this epic battle.
Participating units formed at Fanueil Hall at 11:30 to parade to the State House. At noon, the ceremonies commenced in the Hall of Flags in the State House.  With presentations from political and military leaders, the observations continued.  Awards for civic action that exemplified Marine Corps values were presented.  A number of Iwo Jima veterans, including our own Jim Delaney were in attendance.  Plans are underway to commemorate the 70th anniversary next year.

Golf Tournament Planning

Planning for the 2014 detachment golf tournament have begun.  This year the tournament will be held in the third week of August.   All members are encouraged to participate in selling advertising, assisting with planning, and helping out on the day of the tournament.  This is a major fund raiser to support detachment outreach.   Your efforts and support are appreciated.

Officer Elections

Selection of the detachment leadership team will be upcoming.  This is your opportunity to contribute to the detachment future.  Candidates for leadership positions are encouraged to attend meetings on a regular basis.

Veterans Outreach

The detachment has a long history of running regular visits to the VA Hospital in Jamaica Plain.  Patients participate in bingo and enjoy snacks that are provided by the detachment.  On the first Wednesday of the month, this committed team can always use extra hands.  Contact Ed Jolley or Paul Carew for more details.