VFW Post 253 - Elsinboro

04/09/2026

🍗✨ Dinner for a Cause — Support the Magic of Christmas Parade! ✨🍗

Join us for a delicious Lapp’s Chicken Dinner Fundraiser and help keep the Magic of Christmas Parade tradition alive in our community! 🎄❤️

📅 Tuesday, April 21st
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 VFW Post 253 — 20 Phillip Dr, Salem

💲 $15 per dinner

Each meal includes:
✔️ ½ Chicken
✔️ Two Sides
✔️ Roll & Dessert

🥗 Side Choices:
Macaroni & Cheese • Green Beans • Macaroni Salad • Collard Greens

👉 Eat in or take out — your choice!

🎟️ Tickets must be reserved by Friday, April 17
📞 Call 856-469-1700 to sign up.

Bring your appetite and help us spread a little Christmas magic all year long! 🎅✨ Every dinner purchased supports the Magic of Christmas Parade for our community.

Please share and invite your friends ♥️

02/12/2026

🇺🇸☕ Breakfast is Better When It’s Together with Veterans! ☕🇺🇸

Did you know that every second Wednesday of the month, our VFW hosts Breakfast with Veterans right here in Salem (Elsinboro)?

It’s more than just a meal — it’s a chance to connect, share stories, and build community with fellow veterans and their families. 💙

✨ What to expect:
✔️ FREE coffee, bagels, and donuts
✔️ Friendly conversation and support
✔️ Guest speakers with helpful resources
✔️ Information on services for veterans and families
✔️ Upcoming events
✔️ A welcoming place where everyone belongs

Whether you’re a veteran, know a veteran, or love someone who served — this is a wonderful way to show support and stay informed.

📅 When: Second Wednesday of every month | 8–11 AM
📍 Where: VFW Post 253, 20 Phillip Drive, Salem, NJ

We promise—you’ll be glad you did!

Please like, share, and help us reach more of our local heroes. 🇺🇸❤️

Salem County Veterans Services

12/01/2025

We will be there! 🇺🇸

🎄✨ IT’S OFFICIALLY MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS PARADE WEEK IN SALEM! ✨🎄
Get ready for a full day of holiday joy THIS Saturday, December 6th with three major events, a brand-new city map, delicious treats, and festive fun for the entire community!

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☔ RAIN OR SHINE EVENT — NO RAIN DATE
The Magic of Christmas Parade will go on rain or shine.
⚠️ In the event of unsafe or extreme weather, an official cancellation announcement will be made at 8:00 AM on Saturday, December 6th via our page.

📍 IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTICE:
Broadway will close at 9:00 AM.
Please plan your travel and parking accordingly.

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🎅 🎉 MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS PARADE — 11:00 AM
Our beloved parade is back and bigger than ever!
We’ve created a new city map showcasing:
🛣️ Parade route
🅿️ Public parking
🎪 Event locations throughout the day

🍫 FREE HOT CHOCOLATE!
Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate from Kona Kokoa at 5th St. & Broadway, between the Salem Free Library and the Post Office in the Hetty Reckless Building lot.

🧁 SALEM HIGH SCHOOL BOOSTER CLUB BAKE SALE
Happening during the parade on the corner of Market St. & Broadway.

🌭🍲 EAGLES CLUB ANNUAL SOUP & HOT DOG SALE
Hosted at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 232 E. Broadway, right along the parade route!
Serving from 11:00 AM until sold out!
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FOE Salem Aerie 1966

🛍️ DON’T FORGET TO SHOP & DINE LOCAL!
While you’re downtown, be sure to shop our wonderful local shoppes and grab a bite to eat at our great restaurants throughout the day!

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🏡 🎄 YULETIDE TOUR OF HOMES — 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Step inside Salem City’s holiday charm!
🎟️ Tickets available on Market Street at their check-in location.
Be sure to follow their social media for updates and details!
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Home for the Holidays, Salem, NJ Yuletide Tour of Homes

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🌟 🎄 MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING — 6:30 PM
Join us downtown at Market Street & Broadway, in front of the Old Historic Courthouse, for an unforgettable finale!
✨ Free snacks
🎶 Holiday caroling by John Fenwick Academy
🎅🎄 And a very special arrival of Mr. & Mrs. Claus, riding in on the fire truck to light the Christmas tree with our Parade Queen Mary Griffith!

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📅 Mark your calendar.
📍 Bring your family and friends.
❤️ And get ready to experience the TRUE Magic of Christmas in Salem! 🎄

10/29/2025

🎄🇺🇸❤️🎄

We’d like to give a huge thank you to the VFW Post 253 Auxiliary for their generous donation and continued support of our parade and our Salem County Community! 🇺🇸✨

The VFW Auxiliary does so much for our veterans, active service members, and their families — from providing essential assistance, to honoring those who’ve served and keeping the spirit of service alive in our communities. 💪🎖️

Your kindness, generosity and community spirit help keep the Magic of Christmas Parade marching strong year after year. Thank you for always standing behind Salem County and those who’ve served our country! 🌟

VFW Post 253 - Elsinboro

08/01/2025

🇺🇸 Breakfast is better when it’s Together with Veterans! ☕🍩
Join us at VFW Post 253 in Salem, NJ every SECOND Wednesday of the month from 8–11am for free coffee, bagels, donuts, and great conversation. 🎖️
We’ll also have guest speakers sharing important info and services available to veterans and their families.

📍20 Phillip Drive, Salem, NJ
📅 Bring a buddy — they’ll be glad you did!

Got questions?
📧 [email protected]