Membership meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 18:30 (6:30pm)

August 20, 2026

Well the Tun Tavern is still closed due to power issues, we will update you here and on our Facebook page when power is restored and things are up and running again.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all that were effected by this storm and are still without power.

August 13, 2026

With the storms that recently rolled through we do not have power at the club building, as such we will be closed until further notice. This Monday August 17, 2026 was slated to be our monthly membership meeting but more than that our annual summer picnic and we unfortunately need to cancel. With not knowing when we will get power restored we cannot efficiently plan for and stock for a picnic for Monday.

We will post if this changes but we are closed until at least the 20th unless power is restored, thank you for your understanding.

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April 21,2026

Last night we had our monthly club meeting where our new club officers were installed into their new positions (photos forthcoming). In addition we had an awards ceremony for many of our regular and associate members.

Congratulations to Joe Powers on becoming our new Commandant! All other officer changes are listed below on this page.

Also, TGI FRIDAY is BACK BABY! This Friday April 24th 2026

March 25, 2026

Welcome to SPRING!

On March 28th we will be having our first Turkey…..I mean…..BUNNY Shoot of the year (It’s exactly the same thing as a turkey shoot).

If you’re interested SHOW UP, that’s all that needs to be done. Start showing up around 11:30am for a Noon start to the friendly competition.

Don’t have a weapon to bring? That’s fine too, our friendly sportsman have been known to let others use their firearms if needed.

HECK, you don’t even need ammo! That’s provided with your paid fees that day. Seriously though, don’t bring ammo, yours will not be permitted around the competition.

You will need CASH for your shooting fees.

The Competition consists of seven rounds (one shot each) per person at a target, not real live animals, and whoever gets a BB closest to the center crosshairs WINS!

This is actually where the animals come in, you will win a prize of some sort of meat you choose and order it from the coordinator. What is available to order rotates and we only know that day, sometimes it is there that day and sometimes it is an actual order. But I can tell you that the meat comes from the incomparable Rob’s Meat Chop & Deli in Dyer Indiana.

Why is it called a Turkey Shoot?, I’m glad you asked…and some additional details within (click that little carrot to the left to expand).

Traditionally, or back in the day, however you want to say it the prize would be a frozen Turkey to the Winner. Hence the name a “Turkey Shoot”, there have been many iterations, for us at least: Turkey, Ham, Bacon, Pork Chops, Ribs, Etc….you get the idea.

For us these days the name of the game is: You’re prize it worth a specific dollar value, the cut of meat you win/choose is based on that dollar amount. So if you choose a higher dollar cut you might get a little less than a lower value cut.

Did I mention we will have food specials that day so bring your appetite as well:

Come, hang out, I promise we’re a friendly group of people.

February 6, 2026

If you have been to one of our Superbowl parties in the past you know that it is a great day at the club and usually crowded! For the first time ever we decided to sell “reservations” for seats that cost $5 a person and when you show up you’ll get a drink ticket worth $5 if you reserved good for that day only.

This does NOT mean that this is a private event, this just means that we are trying to gauge the amount of people to expect that day. Here are some FACTS about this Superbowl Sunday:

  • The bar seating is first come first server, get there early if you want a seat at the bar!
  • The club opens at NOON on Superbowl Sunday
  • If you reserved a seat your reservation is good till: 5:30 (Kickoff), if you are not there by kickoff your seat may be given to someone that needs to and your reservation fee is NON-REFUNDABLE
  • THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
  • There might be standing room only, but come on out if you’d like!!
  • We have a heated smoking room where the game will also be on.

RESERVATIONS ARE SOLD OUT!

But you might still have a chance to watch the game. Please check the website and our Facebook posts (which also appear below, no Facebook required) OFTEN this has been posted about for quite awhile.

As a member of the club it is YOUR responsibility to keep up on what is going on. Attend meetings, show up at the club, we love to see everyone and make this a great place to hang out. There is no “no one told me”, be active and you will know…we’re not big on hand holding around here.

January 19, 2026

Meeting Night Notable Dates

  • Gun Show at Lake County Fair Grounds – January 24 & 25 2026
  • Superbowl Party @ Tun Tavern – Sunday February 8, 2026
    • If you would like to reserve a seat details in facebook post below
    • Nacho Bar, Ribs, & Wings that day
  • Comedy Night @ Tun Tavern – Friday, February 20, 2026
  • Memorial Day Picnic – Monday, May 25, 2026
  • Golf Outing – Saturday, July 11, 2026
  • Marine Corps Birthday Ball – Sunday, November 8, 2026

November 24, 2025

The 250th birthday ball is in the books! Here is some pertinent information in regards to that.

  • Some specs about this year’s ball can be found on the ball page HERE.
  • You can jump right to the ball pictures HERE, feel free to browse and save any pictures of yourself.

Next Regular Meeting (December 15th, 2025)

Will be our detachment Christmas Party, if you are a member please come out an celebrate with us.


Events from our Tun Tavern Facebook page:

Posts from our Tun Tavern Facebook page:

Marine Corps League Howlin Mad Detachment 93 - "Tun Tavern"
Marine Corps League Howlin Mad Detachment 93 – "Tun Tavern"12 hours ago
πŸ»πŸŽƒ THE WEEKEND LINEUP AT TUN TAVERN IS HERE! πŸŽƒπŸ»

We’ve got football, spooky fun, turkey shoots, a luau, and plenty of cold drinks waiting for you! πŸ‘»πŸΊ Grab your friends and come spend the weekend with us! WE’RE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

🏈 TONIGHT β€” THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
πŸ•“ Bar opens at 4 PM
🍻 Tierney is behind the bar!
🏈 Bears 🐻 vs. Patriots
⏰ Kickoff at 7:15 PM

Come get your football fix and kick off the weekend with us!

πŸ‘»πŸŽƒ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 β€” TUN TAVERN OF TERROR! πŸŽƒπŸ‘»
πŸ•“ Bar opens at 4 PM
🍻 Tierney will be your alchemist!
🎧 DJ Sassie will be spinning all the spooky tunes! (And may have a trick or 3 up her sleeve 😌)

Get ready for a night of Halloween fun! πŸ•·οΈπŸ¦‡

🧟 Haunted Tun Tavern with plenty of spooky photo ops (created by our amazing design director, Dolores Dross Wantroba)
🎬 Scary movies
πŸ‘» Costume contest with PRIZES!πŸ€‘
πŸ”₯ Hot chocolate & s’mores around the campfire
🍺 Pong & axe throwing outside πŸͺ“
🍹 Halloween drink specials 🍷
🎢 Spooky music all night long!

🍽️ WANT DINNER? Dinner tickets are STILL AVAILABLE ONLINE!

πŸ‘‰ Grab yours here:
https://givebutter.com/tun-tavern-of-terror-2026

🎟️ Just coming for the Halloween fun? Entry-only tickets are $10 at the door (dinner not included)!

Costumes encouraged! Bring your friends, bring your Halloween spirit, and get ready for a SPOOKTACULAR night! πŸ–€πŸ§‘

πŸ¦ƒ SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 β€” TURKEY SHOOTS ARE BACK!
πŸ•¦ Bar opens at 11:30 AM
🎯 Sign-ups start at 11:30 AM
🎯 Shooting starts at NOON!
🍻 Tierney is bartending!

That’s right β€” the turkey shoots are BACK! Bring your own pew pews and join the fun! And don’t worry, no real turkeys are harmed! πŸ¦ƒπŸ˜‰

🌺🍹 SATURDAY EVENING β€” LUAU DINNER!
🍽️ Dinner starts at 4 PM!
🎟️ Tickets are available at the club!

Come back after the turkey shoots and keep the Saturday fun going!

πŸ¦ƒπŸˆ SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 β€” TURKEY SHOOTS: DAY 2!
πŸ•¦ Bar opens at 11:30 AM
🎯 Sign-ups start at 11:30 AM
🎯 Turkey shoot starts at NOON!
🍻 Tierney is behind the bar!

Round two is ON! Come back for another day of turkey shoot fun, cold drinks, and great company! πŸ¦ƒπŸ»

🏈 Football will be on ALL DAY, too! No Bears game this Sunday, but there’s still plenty of football to watch while you enjoy a cold one with us!

πŸ“ TUN TAVERN
🍻 Great drinks. Good people. A whole lot of fun.

πŸŽ‰ OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ALL WEEKEND!

πŸ‘‡ Who’s joining us this weekend?! Tag your crew, share this post, and make your plans now! We can’t wait to see everyone! πŸ–€πŸ»πŸŽƒ
Marine Corps League Howlin Mad Detachment 93 - "Tun Tavern"
Marine Corps League Howlin Mad Detachment 93 – "Tun Tavern"1 week ago
🍻 IT’S ANOTHER GREAT WEEK AT TUN TAVERN! 🍻

We’ve got poker, football, cold drinks, and your favorite bartenders behind the bar! 😎🍺 Check out what’s happening this week and come hang out with us!

πŸƒ TONIGHT β€” WEDNESDAY!
♠️ FREE POKER NIGHT! ♠️
🍻 Bar opens at 4 PM
πŸ’β€β™€οΈ Tierney is behind the bar!
πŸͺ‘ Grab your seat by 6:30 PM
πŸƒ Cards fly at 7 PM!
Bring your poker face and come see if lady luck is on your side! πŸ˜‰

🍹 FRIDAY, 10/16
πŸŽ‰ TGIF! Who’s ready to kick off the weekend?!
🍻 Bar opens at 4 PM
πŸ’β€β™€οΈ Melinda is behind the bar!
Skip the cooking, grab your friends, and come unwind with a cold drink and some good company. Because sometimes the best plans are no plans at all! 🍺😏

🏈 SATURDAY, 10/17
🍻 Bar opens at NOON
πŸ’β€β™€οΈ Tierney is behind the bar!
🏈 COLLEGE FOOTBALL ALL DAY!
Grab your crew, claim your spot, and settle in for a full day of football, drinks, and game-day fun! 🏟️🍻

🐻 SUNDAY, 10/18
🍻 Bar opens at NOON
πŸ’β€β™€οΈ Tierney is behind the bar!
🏈 BEARS vs. FALCONS β€” NOON KICKOFF!
Bear down, Bears fans! πŸ»πŸ§‘πŸ’™ Get here early, grab a drink, and cheer on the Bears with us! Let’s finish the weekend the right way!

πŸ“£ OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Bring your friends, bring your family, and come make yourself at home at Tun Tavern!

πŸ“ Your neighborhood spot for cold drinks, good people, and a damn good time! 🍻

#TunTavern #FreePokerNight #CollegeFootball #BearDown #SupportLocal #GoodTimesAndColdDrinks
Marine Corps League Howlin Mad Detachment 93 - "Tun Tavern"
Marine Corps League Howlin Mad Detachment 93 – "Tun Tavern"2 weeks ago
🍻 YOUR TUN TAVERN WEEKEND LINEUP IS HERE! 🍻
**OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!**

We’ve got a little something different behind the bar this weekend… and by β€œdifferent,” we mean where the hell has everyone been? πŸ˜‚

πŸ—“οΈ FRIDAY 10/9
🚨 OPENING AT 5PM β€” NOT 4PM! 🚨
πŸ’ƒ Melinda is behind the bar!
She’s bringing the drinks, the smiles, and just enough chaos to get your weekend started right. πŸ˜‰πŸΉ
ONE HOUR LATER THAN USUAL, BUT WORTH THE WAIT!

🏈 SATURDAY 10/10
⏰ Open at NOON
πŸ‘€ LUKE IS BACK.
Yes. THAT Luke.
Our long-lost bartender has apparently decided to emerge from his mysterious hiding place and grace us with his presence. πŸ˜‚
Catch him behind the bar while you can β€” sightings are rare and never guaranteed. πŸ¦„πŸ»

🏈 COLLEGE FOOTBALL ALL DAY!
Come claim your spot, grab a drink, and settle in for some football.

🐻 SUNDAY 10/11
⏰ Open at NOON
πŸ’ͺ TIERNEY IS BACK!
Usually she carries this whole operation on her back, but apparently she decided ONE DAY A WEEK IS ENOUGH WORK FOR NOW. πŸ˜‚
Soak up that Tierney energy while you can!

🏈 BEARS vs. PACKERS β€” NOON
πŸ»πŸ’™ BEAR DOWN!!! πŸ’™πŸ»
You already know where our loyalty lies.
Come watch the Bears take on Green Bay with us!

🍻 Good drinks. Good football. Questionable decisions.
That’s a Tun Tavern weekend.

πŸ“ Tun Tavern
πŸ‘‡ Tag your football crew and tell them where we’re watching!
#TunTavern #WeekendVibes #CollegeFootball #BearDown #BearsVsPackers #FootballAndBeer

Marine Corps League
Howlin’ Mad Detachment #93
Current Officers

Election result swear ins will happen at the April meetings every 2 years

CommandantJoe Powers (2026-2028, 2 year term)
Sr. ViceKevin Givens
Jr. ViceCharles Bustamante
PaymasterScott Hicks
ChaplainSam Eaton
Judge AdvocatePete Van Woerden
AdjutantRob McCuan
Sergeant at ArmsBill Ashcraft
Web SergeantTim Kirby
Trustees 1 Year:
Bob SivulichJoe Oomens
Mike Chlebowski
Trustees 2 Year:
Dee McCuanDan McDevitt
Rob Burke
Past CommandantsSam Eaton (2024-2026, 2 year term)
Gregg Burke (2022-2024, 2 year term)
Rob Burke (2020-2022, 2 year term)

Please feel free to come by and visit our beautiful memorial anytime. We are a friendly bunch that is always ready to meet new people, WELCOME!