DAV Massachusetts

Department Convention
2024-06-07 - 2024-06-08 | Doubletree Hilton, 99 Erdman Way, Leominster, MA, United States
Department Convention will be held June 7 & 8, 2024 at the DoubleTree Hilton, 99 Erdman Way, Leominster MA.

ZipTrip - Reading, MA
2024-06-21 06:00 - 12:00 UTC | MA
Join DAV Department of MA & Fox25 Boston on Friday, June 21, 2024 at our ZipTrip to Reading, MA

Women Veterans Wellness Retreat
2024-06-22 - 2024-06-23 | MA
The DAV Department of Massachusetts’ Women Veterans Committee is hosting a FREE Women Veterans Wellness Retreat Saturday & Sunday, June 22-23rd in Fitzwilliam, NH. Join other Women Veterans for a relaxing, weekend overnight getaway for yoga, meditation, reiki, gardening, campfire, camaraderie, and more!
Space is limited, so please register today by emailing us at inquiry@davma.org

Women Veteran Retreat 2024

Chapter Commander & Adjutant Training
2024-06-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Veteran Advancement Program/ Department HQ, 3 Victory Lane, Gardner, MA, 01440, United States
The Department will host training for all Newly Installed Chapter Commanders & Adjutants on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at the Veteran Advancement Center at 3 Victory Lane, Gardner, MA. Training will begin at 10am, and go through 2pm. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Please note that this training will be hybrid format, so if you are unable to join us in-person, you may connect with us through Zoom (see link below).
Topics covered will include, but are not limited to: How to complete DEC Forms, Officer Reports, Service Officer Nomination Forms, Honor Guard Requests, Membership Order Supply Forms, Swag/Clothing orders, New Member Orientation, and more.
We will also provide training on Resolutions, Navigating mydav.org and retrieving reports, submitting essential forms online, Managing your Chapter Website and appointing a Webmaster, Order of Business, and monthly reports to include LVAP & SENA.
This is a great opportunity to learn the requirements of your position as DAV moves to an all electronic submission platform. It is also a great opportunity to connect with fellow Commanders and Adjutants and discuss what is working well in their Chapters, and develop new recruiting & retention methods.

Topic: Commander & Adjutants Training
Time: Jun 25, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Info Seminar - Lowell, MA
2024-06-27 09:00 - 15:00 | 543 Bridge Street, 543 Bridge Street, Lowell, MA, 01850, United States
Fellow Veteran,
We warmly welcome you to attend our upcoming Veterans
Information Seminar, where a DAV service officer—who is a veteran,
like you—will help explain your earned benefits and guide you to free,
professional claims assistance. All veterans and family members are
welcome to attend, and you need not be a member to take advantage
of our no-cost services. If you cannot make it to the seminar and need
assistance with a VA claim, please visit benefitsquestions.org to get
into contact with your local Service Office.
DAV is the recognized leader in providing the best counseling and
claim filing assistance to veterans and their families. Our service
officers are schooled in the full range of benefits for military veterans,
retirees and their families, and they can help strengthen your
knowledge and understanding of the benefits and services you earned.

Seminar Date – June 27, 2024
Benefit Seminar – 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Claims Assistance – 12:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location – 543 Bridge Street
Lowell, Massachusetts 01850

Chapter Treasurer Training
2024-06-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Veteran Advancement Program/ Department HQ, 3 Victory Lane, Gardner, MA, 01440, United States
The Department will be hosting a training for all Newly Installed Chapter Treasurers on Thursday, June 27, 2024. Training will begin at 10am, and go through 2pm. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Please note that this training will be hybrid format, so if you are unable to join us in-person, you may connect with us through Zoom (see link below).
Topics covered will include, but are not limited to: Annual Financial Reports (AFR), 990N Filing, Officer Reports, Membership Order Supply Forms, Swag/Clothing orders, and more.
We will also provide training on Navigating mydav.org and retrieving reports, submitting essential forms online, Managing your Chapter Website and appointing a Webmaster, Order of Business, and monthly reports to include LVAP & SENA.
This is a great opportunity to learn the requirements of your position as DAV moves to an all electronic submission platform. It is also a great opportunity to connect with fellow Treasurers and discuss what is working well in their Chapters, and discuss fundraising ideas.

Topic: Treasurer Training
Time: Jun 27, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 828 3388 2635
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ZipTrip - Rockland, MA
2024-06-28 06:00 - 12:00 | MA
Join DAV Department of MA & Fox25 Boston on Friday, June 28, 2024 at our ZipTrip to Rockland, MA

Pittsfield 4th of July Parade
2024-07-04 10:00 - 12:00 | MA
DAV Department of Massachusetts Honor Guard, Line Officers, and members will march in the Pittsfield 4th of July Day Parade on Thursday July 4, 2024.
Parade meeting location and time will be announced as the date approaches. If you would like to participate, please reach out to Department Commander Bob Kinsman at BobKDAV47@comcast.net

ZipTrip - Worcester, MA
2024-07-12 06:00 - 12:00 | MA
Join DAV Department of MA & Fox25 Boston on Friday, July 12, 2024 at our ZipTrip to Worcester, MA

5th Annual Quincy Veteran's Music Festival, Benefits & Career Expo
2024-07-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Pageant Field, 1 Merrymount Parkway, Quincy, MA, 02170, United States
DAV Dept of MA and Auxiliary will have a booth at the 5th Annual Quincy Veteran’s Music Festival, Benefits & Career Expo on Saturday July 27, 2024 from 10am-3pm (Pageant Field, 1 Merrymount Parkway, Quincy, MA)
Department Service Officers will be on site to assist veterans with claims, as well as provide outreach. Please come out and join us!

Keys to Independence Seminar
2024-07-17 18:00 - 19:00 | DAV Chapter 85, 85 Willow Street, Malden, MA, 02148, United States
MBA Mortgage is a Veteran Owned and Operated Company that has been a huge support of DAV through the years. They are hosting a FREE seminar, open to Veterans and their Families on Wednesday, July 17th at 6pm, hosted at 85 Willow Street, Malden MA.
The seminar is free to attend, and the information is invaluable when you are advising veterans on utilizing VA Homeloan, refinance, avoiding foreclosure or debt trouble, repair/rebuilding their credit, or seeking general assistance building and maintaining their budget!
This seminar is open to any veteran, those currently serving, and to their family members (veteran does not need to be a DAV member). Civilians are welcome to attend too! Snacks and refreshments will be served at no-cost to attendees. The attached flyer has a QR code you can scan to register, or simply follow this link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=N1LFcAA8o0yG08ezjjUljs-lmYxkiDJJh9BdEvBlSttUQzVIVTJCQ1lIWFNEUTNHU1VER1RBQ0dCUS4u&origin=QRCode

ZipTrip - Hyannis
2024-07-19 06:00 - 12:00 | MA
Join DAV Department of MA & Fox25 Boston on Friday, July 19, 2024 at our ZipTrip to Hyannis, MA

American Day in the Park
2024-07-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Gardner Fish & Gun, 538 Clark Street, Gardner, MA, 01440, United States
Please come and join us for a great day out at the American Day in the Park! The event is free for veterans and their families, and will include raffles, games, bbq, music, and more!
When: Sunday, July 21, 2024
Where: 538 Clark Street
Gardner, MA 01440
Time: 11am – 4pm

ZipTrip - Holliston, MA
2024-07-26 06:00 - 12:00 | MA
July 26th – 6:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join DAV Department of MA & Fox25 Boston on Friday, July 26, 2024 at our ZipTrip to Holliston, MA

ZipTrip - Westford, MA
2024-08-02 06:00 - 10:00 | Westford Town Common, 48 Main Street, Westford, MA, 01886, United States
Join DAV Department of MA & Fox25 Boston on Friday, August 2, 2024 at our ZipTrip to Westford, MA

Start: 6am
Breakdown: 10am
Location: Westford Town Common; Lincoln St, Westford, MA 01886
Parking: 48 Main Street (First Parish Church United) or 39 Main Street

2024 DAV and DAVA National Convention
2024-08-03 08:00 - 2024-08-06 17:00 | Phoenix Convention Center, 100 North Third Street, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Hotels:
Hyatt Regency Phoenix
122 N Second Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
$154 Single/Double
Sheraton Grand Phoenix
340 North 3rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
$149 Single/Double

ZipTrip - Hyde Park
2024-08-09 06:00 - 12:00 | MA
Join DAV Department of MA & Fox25 Boston on Friday, August 9, 2024 at our ZipTrip to Hyde Park, MA

15th Annual DAV Corporate Golf Tournament
2024-08-12 13:30 - 20:00 | Granite Links, 100 Quarry Hills Drive, Quincy, MA, 02169, United States
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOU OR YOUR FOURSOME ONLINE TODAY!
Event Details

Date:
August 12, 2024
Location:
Granite Links Golf Course
100 Quarry Hills Dr
Quincy, MA 02169
Contact:
To sponsor the event, register a foursome, or for general questions, please contact:
Tournament Director
Michael Valila
mvalila@davma.org
(978) 602-7124
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOU OR YOUR FOURSOME ONLINE TODAY!
2024 Annual Corporate Golf Invitational Flyer
Sponsor Packages

ZipTrip - Walpole
2024-08-16 06:00 - 12:00 | MA
Join DAV Department of MA & Fox25 Boston for our final Ziptrip of the season on Friday, August 16, 2024 in Walpole, MA

Village Green Car Show, to benefit DAV Transportation Network
2024-08-17 12:00 - 16:00 | MA
Village Green Family Campground will host their annual Car Show to benefit the MA DAV Transportation Network on Saturday, August 17th. Bring your car down to enter into the show, or come out to enjoy a great day at the campground with the family! There will be food trucks, raffles, 50/50, music and more!
When: Saturday, August 17, 2024
Where: 228 Sturbridge Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Time: 12 – 4pm
Registration: $10.00 per vehicle. Includes T-Shirt & free campground day-pass for 2.
Registrations can be filled out at the gate upon arrival.

CVMA MA 2-1 Valhalla Run
2024-08-24 09:00 - 14:00 | MA
Come Join DAV as we table at the 2024 CVMA (Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association) 2-1 Valhalla Run!
There will be raffle prizes, 50/50, food, drinks, bonfire, and more!
0900 Registration @ Sheldon’s Harley: 914 Southbridge St. Auburn, MA
Ends @ SAC Park 438 Lake St. Shrewsbury, MA (around 11-1130)
*** DAV Tent will be at SAC Park ***

Women Veteran Committee Meeting
2024-09-03 18:30 - 19:30 | MA
DAV Department of Massachusetts Women Veteran Committee will meet next on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 6:30pm via Zoom.
This is an open meeting. Women Veterans are encouraged to join!
Please contact Chairman Sheila Pelletier with any questions at sheila.pelletier60@gmail.com

Topic: Women Veteran Committee
Time: Sep 3, 2024 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 861 2401 6038
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New England VA 1-on-1 Veterans Assistance Expo
2024-09-04 09:00 - 20:00 | Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, W3 Entrance, Suite Blue & Red, Foxbourough, MA, 02035, United States
Join DAV as we attend the New England VA 1-on-1 Veterans Assistance Expo on Wednesday, September 4th from 9am-8pm at Gillette Stadium!
There will be many veteran service providers on-site.
DAV will be offering VA disability claims & benefits assistance, housing opportunities,
volunteer & employment opportunities, and more!

VA will offer 1-on-1 assistance in enrolling in VA healthcare, checking status of claim/appeal, VA housing options,
toxic exposure options, career help, income-based benefits for war-time veterans and survivors, and more!
This is one event you don’t want to miss! Please bring down that veteran in your life whether its a family member,
friend, relative, co-worker, neighbor, or acquaintance. There will be something there for everyone who attends!

BOD Meeting
2024-09-09 19:00 - 20:00 | MA
The Department Board of Directors (BOD Meeting will be held by Zoom on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 7pm.

Please contact Department Adjutant Mike Valila at mvalila@davma.org for more details or information.

Info Seminar - Waltham, MA
2024-09-10 09:00 - 15:00 | 119 School Street, 119 School Street, Waltham, MA, 02452, United States
Fellow Veteran,
We warmly welcome you to attend our upcoming Veterans
Information Seminar, where a DAV service officer—who is a veteran,
like you—will help explain your earned benefits and guide you to free,
professional claims assistance. All veterans and family members are
welcome to attend, and you need not be a member to take advantage
of our no-cost services. If you cannot make it to the seminar and need
assistance with a VA claim, please visit benefitsquestions.org to get
into contact with your local Service Office.
DAV is the recognized leader in providing the best counseling and
claim filing assistance to veterans and their families. Our service
officers are schooled in the full range of benefits for military veterans,
retirees and their families, and they can help strengthen your
knowledge and understanding of the benefits and services you earned.
Seminar Date September 10, 2024
Benefit Seminar – 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Claims Assistance – 12:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location – 119 School Street
Waltham, Massachusetts 02452

DAV/Recruit Military Job Fair
2024-09-12 11:00 - 15:00 | Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, W3 Entrance, Suite Blue & Red, Foxbourough, MA, 02035, United States
DAV & Recruit Military will host the Boston Veterans Job Fair on Thursday, September 12th from 11am-3pm at Gillette Stadium. This Job Fair is open to Veterans and Spouses. Employers are looking to hire on the spot!
Local, Statewide, National, and Remote Opportunities Available!
When: Thursday, September 12, 2024
Where: Gillette Stadium, 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA
Time: 11am – 3pm

You must register in advance! Please follow this link to register: https://my.recruitmilitary.com/events/boston-veterans-job-fair-september-12-2024

Department Executive Committee Meeting (DEC/SEC)
2024-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Lt. Dexter W. Clifford, Malden Chapter 85, 85 Willow Street, Malden, MA, 02148, United States
Our Department Executive Committee, and Auxiliary State Executive Committee (DEC/SEC) meetings will be held on Saturday September 14, 2024 at 10am.
Please note this meeting will be held at Malden Chapter 85, which is located at 85 Willow Street Malden, MA.

Doors will open at 9am for coffee hour, and meeting will begin promptly at 10am. Please note this meeting will be held in a hybrid format. If you are unable to join in-person, please use the Zoom link below:
Topic: DEC Meeting
Time: Sep 14, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Time
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Greater Boston 2024 Stand Down
2024-09-20 08:00 - 14:00 | 1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA 02203, 1 City Hall Square, MA, 02203, United States
Join DAV in Boston’s City Hall Plaza on Friday, September 20th for the Greater Boston Stand Down. At this event there will be service providers, employers, and community organizations providing essential supportive services to Veterans including employment assistance, claims and benefits assistance, housing assistance, medical care, wellness programs, legal support, prevention services, and more!

Info Seminar - Norwood, MA
2024-09-24 09:00 - 15:00 | Norwood Elks Lodge, 152 Winslow Street, Norwood, MA, 02062, United States
Fellow Veteran,
We warmly welcome you to attend our upcoming Veterans
Information Seminar, where a DAV service officer—who is a veteran,
like you—will help explain your earned benefits and guide you to free,
professional claims assistance. All veterans and family members are
welcome to attend, and you need not be a member to take advantage
of our no-cost services. If you cannot make it to the seminar and need
assistance with a VA claim, please visit benefitsquestions.org to get
into contact with your local Service Office.
DAV is the recognized leader in providing the best counseling and
claim filing assistance to veterans and their families. Our service
officers are schooled in the full range of benefits for military veterans,
retirees and their families, and they can help strengthen your
knowledge and understanding of the benefits and services you earned.

Seminar Date – September 24, 2024
Benefit Seminar – 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Claims Assistance – 12:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location – Norwood Elks Lodge
152 Winslow Street
Norwood, MA 02062

Legislative Committee Meeting
2024-09-25 18:00 - 19:00 | MA
The DAV Department of Massachusetts Legislative Committee will meet next on Wednesday, September 25th at 6pm via Zoom.
This is an open meeting. DAV Members are encouraged to attend.
For more information, please contact Chairman Andrea Gayle-Bennett at andglad@hotmail.com
Topic: Monthly MA DAV Legislative Committee Meeting
Time: Sep 25, 2024 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 871 2343 9473
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