We had an outstanding day. This was a great time for Marines, family memebers, and supporters to get together.
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Displays
Weapons Display
We had an M-14 and a 1903 Springfield to display courtesy of John Culbertsonn
Vehicles
We had the 155mm Medium Towed Howitzer, the HIMARS Rocket Launcher courtesy of Fox 2/14.
Hugs Project
Giving a "Hug" to every Marine in Iraq
Antique Cars
A USMC Veteran car owner dropped by. 
Marine Corps Uniform Display by: Tony Lowe
Marine Recruiters
The recruiters showed up with their famous "Pull-up Bar" and a group of Poolees for the day.
Kid Stuff
The kids had a HMWWV Moonwalk to jump around in, tattoos, and face painting again this year. Kymiyo did a great job! 
Activities and Events
Silent Auction
All Proceeds benefited Toys for Tots. Total raised: $565
Up for grabs? Items such as a sword stand, USMC golf bag, a replica NCO sword… AND an opportunity to "PIE" Sgt Grit and Gunny Davis
Flag Raising
The "Grit Flag" belonging to WWII Veteran Gene Gustad has been raised at both Arlington and at Mt. Suribachi for the 60th Anniversary of the Landing at Iwo Jima. It was raised again May 14th at the GriTogether.
Tattoo Contest
47 USMC tattoo entries into the contest. The winning tattoo worn by Mr. Howell, was chosen by a panel of judges. It featured a memorial to our fallen Brothers.
Door Prizes
About 40 door prizes were given away throughout the day.
Leathernecks Motorcycle Club Meeting
Leathernecks MC held their Annual Meeting here again this year.
Friends, Food, and Fun!
Here's "Doc" cooking up some burgers
It's getting a little smokey boys!
Bob Holcomb (HolcombRE), Sgt Grit bulletin board member
Bulletin Board Members
Members from our Online Forum had a chance to meet each other in person.
Thank you!
Big Thanks to Brandon (Sgt Reinert) for being our MC for the day.
Saving the Best for Last
The best part of the day was, of course, the people: Marine Brothers, old and new, got together to remember.
After Party
The after party was held at the Bombay Club and it was a great time!
Thanks to everyone who came out for the day. It would not have been a success without YOU! And it wouldn't have been nearly as fun! Missed it? There's always next year!