The American Legion is a chartered organization that operates posts throughout the United States. The organization provides aid for veterans and members of the armed forces. It assists veterans with benefits and pensions. Local Post 191 is directed by Commander Spencer R. Goldstein. The post also hosts holiday parades, visits to veterans in nursing homes and VA hospitals and other community events.
The Arlington Lodge of Elks No. 1435 is located on Sky Pond near the Boys and Girls Club. Its outdoor patio has tables overlooking the pond.
This Knights of Columbus lodge is set back from North Avenue in an institutional-like building behind a massive flagpole. This national organization raises money for charities, helps veterans and restores monuments in addition to a wide range of other services. Call for the most up to date scheduling or to apply for membership.
The Knights of Columbus Charter 109 has been a fixture of Arlington since 1894. Though it has relocated several times, the members still stand by their code of ethics. The hall is available on rent for special occasions.
The Melrose Knights of Columbus Council, part of the world's largest Catholic family fraternal service organization with 1.6 million members, was founded in 1895. Annual events include Italian Night, holiday parties, a Religious Appreciation Dinner, Oktoberfest and more.
The Knights of Columbus hall is available to host functions ranging from dinner banquets to birthday parties. The function room can accommodate up to 200 people, offers a full kitchen and bar, and has plenty of room for dancing. Rates and a rental agreement are available on the Council's website.
This hall is owned and operated by Knights of Columbus Council No. 5108, and is available for rent (mostly weekends, though weekdays are sometimes possible) for groups of up to 99, and for a variety of events, e.g., wedding receptions, birthday parties, bridal showers, baptism parties and bereavement functions. Events must be potluck or catered, as kitchen facilities are not adequate for food preparation. For events serving alcohol, a bartender can be hired to staff a cash bar.
Nabnasset American Legion is a nonprofit, volunteer-based veterans services organization. It provides a number of services for veterans and current servicepeople though support and political advocacy. Post 437 is also home to the American Legion Auxiliary, a women's volunteer organization, and Sons of the American Legion, a similar organization for descendants of veterans. This post features a lounge where members and families can gather. The space is also available for event rental. It regularly posts announcements on its Facebook page.
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic, family and fraternal service organization for men 18 years and older. The spouses of these men and their children help out the organization, but do not attend the regular monthly business meetings. Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month starting at 8pm.
The Woburn Elks Lodge #908 is located at 295 Washington St. and is available for function hall rentals.
The Elks meet every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.
