The 244th Marine Corps Birthday Ball is being hosted by the Marine Corps League, Modesto League, Det #019. This event is open to ALL! Please join us as we celebrate the USMC 244th birthday which includes the traditional Cake Cutting ceremony, Music, dancing and a "Opportunity Drawing". Our Guest of Honor will be Mr. Michael Anderson, a Gold Star Dad and Father of Marine Corporal Michael Anderson Jr, KIA in Falloujah, Iraq. Semper Fi.