Marine Corps League Hosts Meet and Greet in Alpena

Detachment 1327 invites community to coffee and conversation on March 5th.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Marine Corps League Alpena Detachment 1327 is hosting a meet and greet event at the Big Boy restaurant in Alpena, Michigan on March 5th from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. The public is encouraged to stop by for coffee and conversation with members of the detachment.

Why it matters

The Marine Corps League is a non-profit organization of U.S. Marines that aims to promote the interests and welfare of Marines and former Marines. Events like this meet and greet help the local detachment connect with the community and raise awareness of their mission and activities.

The details

The meet and greet will take place at the Big Boy restaurant in Alpena on March 5th from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Attendees can enjoy coffee and conversation with members of the Marine Corps League Alpena Detachment 1327.

  • The meet and greet will be held on March 5, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.

The players

Marine Corps League Alpena Detachment 1327

A local chapter of the non-profit organization of U.S. Marines that aims to promote the interests and welfare of Marines and former Marines.

Jason Gillespie

The Jr. Vice Commandant of the Marine Corps League Alpena Detachment 1327.

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What they’re saying

“For further information feel free to contact Jason Gillespie, Jr. Vice Commandant of the MCL, at 989-721-7247 or chief28_2000@yahoo.com.”

— Jason Gillespie, Jr. Vice Commandant (The Alpena News)

The takeaway

This event provides an opportunity for the local Marine Corps League detachment to connect with the Alpena community and raise awareness of their organization and mission.