Shutt Detachment Messages

The Dept of MA, MCL Officers will muster at Fanuel Hall at 10:30 by the Sam Adams statue. Kickoff is 11:30 and the Color Guard will lead the parade unit. Uniform of the Day is MCL Undress, white shirt, Blue Trousers with blood stripe and red satin jacket.

- We have received news of the unexpected and sudden passing of Joe Summers, Marine Corps League Department of Massachusetts Commandant. Wake is at Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave., South Yarmouth, MA. between 17:00-20:00 Form up at 19:00 Ritual @ 19:30 -- Burial will be on Thursday, 3 June at 1100 at the St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Pine St., Centerville, MA.

- We are sorry to announce the passing of Dom A. Ricci, WWII Veteran, Marine Member of the Shutt and father of the Pvt Charles J Shutt's Commandant Dom Ricci. Wake hours ( April 7, 2009) Tuesday 4 to 7 PM , (( DETACHMENT CEREMONY: at 18:00, meet at the Detachment at 17:30 in Blues or Red Cover and Shutt Jacket)) Nardone Funeral Home, Watertown, MA ., Funeral Wednesday 8 am. Funeral Mass at St Patrick's Church, 9 am, Burial in Ridgelawn Cemetery, Followed by a coalition back at the Shutt Detachment.

- The 2nd Marine Air Wing Band will be playing at 2 location in Rhode Island. One on 3/19 at Providence College and 3/20 at B.M.C. High School in Fall River. See the link for more information

MCL, Dept. of Massachusetts has adopted an uniform code that can be read or downloaded. click the topic for more

- Yoga therapy has proven effective for combat veterans with PTSD in terms of positive physical, mental, and emotional growth. A Veterans Affairs doctor has suggested looking into a yoga studio in Charlestown that holds classes for veterans battling post-traumatic stress disorder and other related issues. The class is run by Gulf War veteran Sue Lynch, the class focuses on bringing veterans back to a peaceful place and helping them regain control of their lives....click the topic link for the much more on Yoga for PTSD.

- a dice game played on occasion down at the Detachment for bragging rights, a small initial entry fee is invested per round and the more people that play the bigger the bragging rights and prizes you could win. Sponsored by the Associate Membership of the Shutt Detachment and all members are welcome and encouraged to participate on Saturday night starting at 7:00 pm.

The Shutt Detachment honors the current members of the Commandants 100 Club with a recognition meal ........ meal to be hosted in the Marine meeting area upstairs.

- Place your bets on the best pony in the race at the Shutt Detachment at 7:30 pm, Friday, 5/7/2010. NO door charge, NO program charge and ALL proceeds are to benefit the Pvt Shutt Detachment and its Veteran Programs...come down and have a great time. Come early to get a good seat to see the HDTV in the function room.

The Shutt Detachment hosts a New Years Eve party for members of the Shutt and their friends and family . Hot Chinese food, our house Disc Jockey and the usual -- fun, fun and fun will be provided. NO CHARGE for entry or for the food. Starts at 18:00 (6:00 pm) till closing.