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Welcome Aboard Reception for USNA Class of 2026

  • Freehold VFW 50 Waterworks Road Freehold, NJ, 07728 United States (map)

Please join us as we welcome the USNA Class of 2026! This kick off event for the class of 2026 will be an opportunity to meet incoming plebes, speak with alumni & USNA families. Current USNA NJ families will be available to share valuable tips for I-Day, Plebe summer & year.

You won’t want to miss this event to hear about all the exciting events NJ Parents Club hosts through out the year & meet other NJ families in a relaxed atmosphere.

BBQ lunch & dessert will be provided. Menu will include the following:

  • BBQ Chicken

  • Pulled Pork

  • Sausage Peppers with Onions

  • Mac & Cheese

  • Salads

  • Cornbread

  • Watermelon

  • Cake

  • Soft Drinks & Water

Go Navy! 💙💛🇺🇸⚓️🇺🇸💙💛

Keynote Speaker - James Michael O’Connell

USNA Class of 1976

Surface Warfare Officer (N)

Son of Capt. John F O’Connell USN Ret USNA ‘52

James Michael O'Connell Full Bio

Earlier Event: April 9
Annual Spring Dinner
Later Event: June 29
The Last Supper