10-06-2025 3:00am

Marine Corps 250th Birthday Gala to Be Held at Cielos on November 8 🇺🇸

Dustin Terry Editor

A special gala event will take place at Cielos Restaurant & Bar on November 8, 2025, in honor of the 250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps.

The evening will pay tribute to Marine Corps traditions with dinner, camaraderie, and recognition of service, providing the community with a formal and heartfelt way to celebrate this historic milestone.

“It’s the closest thing to a real Marine Corps Ball,” said event organizer and veteran Richard McIntire. “Formal attire is required, but I will not turn away a Marine or veteran for not having formal wear—as long as they present a neat appearance.”

Guests will enjoy a full dinner with their choice of Roasted Salmon, Pecan-Crusted Chicken, or Lemon & Garlic Shrimp Pasta, along with two alcoholic beverages and cake.

Following tradition, the evening will include a cake-cutting ceremony and the playing of the Commandant’s Birthday Message, honoring the spirit and legacy of the Corps.

The gala begins at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 8, and tickets are $75 per person.

🎟️ To reserve your seat, email rmacord1@gmail.com or call 903-517-4658