Brass City Young Marines

09/11/2026

08/28/2026

It was with honor and privilege that on August 10th we retire SSgt Lavin after an amazing 10 years with our unit.
His leadership, wisdom and strength has been a pillar at Brass City for many years. He has set an example for all young marines to follow and given lessons that will carry through to many future Young Marines in our program.
We wish him the best of luck as he starts his college journey at Quinnipiac.
Congratulations and Semper Fi!

08/19/2026

We are beyond grateful for the continued support of our VFW partners at Wheeler-Young VFW Post 201. They presented our unit with a check that will cover all expenses for our winter 2026 encampment! Giving all our YMs and recruits an opportunity to enjoy all the planned activities. Thank you so much for your overwhelming support of our unit and our program!

08/08/2026

Our day 2 crew at the Wolcott fair! If your heading to the fair come see us at 250 Munson Rd Wolcott. $5 parking, easy in and out and quick shuttle over to the fair!

08/07/2026

If you're headed to the Wolcott fair this weekend, come park at 250 Munson Rd parking lot and support the Brass City Young Marines! Only $5 to park and an air conditioned shuttle ride over to the fair entrance!

07/28/2026

We had quite a week! We participated in 3 events for our great city of Waterbury on Saturday, the Korean War dedication with the Waterbury Veterans Memorial council, the Sam Beamon foundation ceremony where YM LCpl Moyher received the distinguished Young Marine of the year award and Salute to service supporting veterans and veteran programs. We also sent off a 3 Young Marines to their first JLS today and wish them luck on a great week! Lastly tonight was the last drill SSgt Lavin will charge. He will officially be retired on August 10th and our unit is thankful for all his leadership and guidance with him at the helm this past year! 🇺🇲

06/20/2026

Gathering on the Woodbury Green to honor the history, significance, and spirit of Juneteenth.🇺🇲

06/14/2026

We proudly participated in the Flag day ceremony with the New Haven Elks lodge showing all the stages of our flag and their significance. Was a great event rich in history and tradition.

06/10/2026

CPR lesson week 1 taught by AV Rizzio. Plus we welcomed 4 new recruits that got their first lesson in standing in formation taught by PFC Green C.

05/30/2026

Spring encampment 2026 day 2, filled with a lot of exciting activities!

Fire team flag making.
Morning hike.
Build your own trail mix.
Using a compass to locate the smores supplies.
Fire starting lesson.
Using and eating MREs.
Chicken nuggets over the fire.
And the night isn't over!
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