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VFW Post 2125, 40 Orange Street, Bridgewater, MA (2026)

Please note, we no longer rent out the function hall. The VFW traces its roots back to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure rights and benefits for their service: Many arrived home wounded or sick. There was no medical care or veterans' pension for them,and they were left to care for themselves. In their misery, some of these veterans banded together and formed organizations with what would become known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. After chapters were formed in Ohio, Colorado and Pennsylvania, the movement quickly gained momentum. By 1915, membership grew to 5,000; by 1936, membership was almost 200,000. Since then, the VFW's voice had been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI bill for the 20th century, the development of the national cemetery system and the fight for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. In 2008, VFW won a long-fought victory with the passing of a GI Bill for the 21st Century, giving expanded educational benefits to America's active-duty service members, and members of the Guard and Reserves, fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. The VFW also has fought for improving VA medical centers services for women veterans. Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam, Korean War, World War II and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW in 2005 became the first veterans' organization to contribute to building the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which opened in November 2010. Annually, the nearly 2 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliaries contribute more than 8.6 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week. From providing over $3 million in college scholarships and savings bonds to students every year, to encouraging elevation of the Department of Veterans Affairs to the president's cabinet, the VFW is there.

10/14/2026

Join Us for Our Annual Veterans Day Luncheon!

The Bridgewater Senior Center & Office of Veterans Services invites you to join us on November 4th at 11:30 AM as we gather to honor and celebrate our local veterans.

Enjoy a special performance by the Singing State Trooper, along with a wonderful afternoon of appreciation, community, and camaraderie.

Sign-ups begin October 5th. Bridgewater residents priority. Event is $5pp.

10/07/2026

Today marks 25 years since the Afghanistan War began. Let us pause to remember the courage of all who bravely served and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

10/06/2026

FREE FOOD DRIVE‑THRU — OPEN TO ALL! Join the Veterans Voice Radio Network on Oct. 8, 2026 (and every 2nd Thursday) at 130 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield – WATD Radio Station. Drive thru, pick up food, and help deliver to neighbors in need. No registration, free to everyone. Setup 8:30 a.m., cars line up 9:00, distribution starts 9:45 until food runs out. Questions? Contact Craig “Wolfie” Wolfe: 781‑771‑6416 / [email protected]...

10/04/2026

Bridgewater Little League 12 American 2026 Autograph Baseball

Own a piece of Bridgewater history. VFW Post 2125 is raffling a baseball signed by the players of the 2026 Bridgewater Little League 12 American team, who represented our town at the Little League World Series.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bridgewater-little-league-12-american-2026-autograph-baseball

Where your money goes:
50% of profits will be donated directly to Bridgewater Little League
50% will support VFW Post 2125 programs, veteran support, and community initiatives

Whether you cheered from the stands, followed along from home, or simply love this town, your ticket helps the young athletes who made us proud and the veterans who served us.

Raffle details:
Prize: One baseball signed by the 2026 Bridgewater Little League 12 American team
Ticket price: 1 for $5, 3 for $10
Drawing date: 10/24 at 7:00PM at end of Trunk or Treat
Winner notified by: email or phone
You do not need to be present to win

Thank you for supporting Bridgewater Little League and VFW Post 2125, the James A. Oliver Jr. Post.

Own a piece of Bridgewater history. VFW Post 2125 is raffling a baseball signed by the players of the 2026 Bridgewater Little League 12 American team, who…

10/01/2026

Free Roof for a Local Veteran: Operation Payback

VFW Post 2125 is proud to share a generous opportunity for our veteran community. Each year, DelPrete Home Improvements, Inc. awards a brand new roof, free of charge, to a deserving American veteran through its Operation Payback program.

What the winner receives
- A new roof up to 20 squares (about 2,000 sq ft), including permits, labor, materials, and disposal
- Owens Corning 50-year architectural shingles with premium synthetic underlayment
- Platinum Preferred Protection warranty, with registration costs covered
- Installation around Veterans Day

Who is eligible
- Active, reserve, retired, or honorably discharged veterans of the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, or Navy
- Owner of a single-family home, listed on the deed or mortgage (no rentals)
- Home located in Plymouth, Bristol, Norfolk, or Barnstable County, Massachusetts
- A valid military ID or DD214 is required for verification

Roofs of any size are welcome to enter. A winner will be chosen at noon on October 31st.

Apply here:https://delpretehi.com/payback

If you or a veteran you know could use a new roof, please enter today and share this post with those who may qualify.

Thank you to DelPrete Home Improvements and their partners for honoring those who served.

Operation Payback is an event in which DelPrete Home Improvements, Inc. awards a brand new roof of 20 square to an American Veteran for FREE every year!

09/02/2026

It is with heavy hearts that VFW Post 2125 announces the passing of our comrade and past Post Commander, Louis J. “Louie” Almond Jr., of Bridgewater, who passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026, surrounded by family.

Louie served his country with distinction — joining the National Guard before deploying to Vietnam, where he earned the Bronze Star. His love of country brought him back into service in 1980, and he went on to retire as a Major from the United States Army on his 60th birthday in 1997. As a past Commander of our Post, Louie was instrumental in organizing events, fundraisers, and ceremonies over the years, including the unveiling of the Vietnam Memorial on Mt. Prospect Street here in Bridgewater.

Beloved husband of 64 years to Claire, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, Louie will be deeply missed by his family, his Post family, and all who knew him.

Visiting Hours: TODAY, Wednesday, September 2, 4:00–7:00 PM
Chapman Funeral Home, 98 Bedford Street, Bridgewater

Funeral Mass: TOMORROW, Thursday, September 3, 10:00 AM
St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Bridgewater

Committal: TOMORROW, 1:15 PM
Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or VFW Resources.

Full obituary: https://www.chapmanfuneral.com/obituaries/Louis-J-Almond-Jr?obId=49392878

Rest easy, Comrade. Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

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Bridgewater, MA
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