
From The Oak Ridge Commandant
Hello and welcome to the Oak Ridge Detachment Website. My name is Brian Brooks, the Commandant of the Detachment. I'd like to tell you a little about us. The Oak Ridge Detachment is a non profit organization consisting of former Marines, as well as Veterans from other branches of the United States Military who are associate members. Essentially, we carry on the traditions and proud history of the United States Marine Corps. The Oak Ridge Detachment was founded on September 1st 1986.
Oak Ridge Detachment used to meet in Bernardston, however we now meet at the Moose Lodge in Greenfield at 20 School Street which works out far better for us. Our meetings are the first monday of the month from 6 pm to 7 pm, with a social hour before and after.
We very much enjoy being active in the Veteran Community. We do a lot of fundraising as again, we are a non profit organization. The funds we raise go right back into the community through free holiday dinners, as well as any form of assistance a Veteran or their family may require in times of need.
We are always actively looking to increase our ranks with likeminded Marines and Veterans. Camaraderie is important to us, and is the one thing that most Veterans miss most when leaving military service. We hope you will stop by one of our meetings, bbq's or other fundraisers to see what we are about for yourself.
On a final note:
The Oak Ridge Detachment values representing ourselves with Honor, Integrity and Honesty at all times.
The Oak Ridge Detachment has a policy regarding the actions and behavior of it's membership. Any personal conduct detrimental to the Honor of the United States Marine Corps, The Marine Corps League, or the Oak Ridge Detachment may be grounds for immediate removal from the Detachment. Examples include but are not limited to: Stolen Valor, theft, or any conduct that would make a member of the community question the Integrity of the Marine Corps League. Members are expected to conduct themselves Honorably at all times. We value our relationship with our local communities, fellow citizens and other Veteran organizations.
Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you in our local communities.
Semper Fidelis
Brian Brooks
Commandant, Oak Ridge Detachment #628

About The Oak Ridge Detachment
- -Oak Ridge provides military funeral honors to deceased veterans and their families in our local area.
- -We rely on fundraising and donations made, in order for us to give back to the community as we are a non profit organization.
- -Oak Ridge collects toys for children in our area, through the Toys for Tots program.
- -Oak Ridge likes to partner with DJ Bobby C's numerous fundraisers. This includes his Thanksgiving dinner giveaways and Franklin County Triad Ham giveaways, all to families in need.
- -Oak Ridge often gives away Christmas and Thanksgiving Dinners to families in need.
- -Oak Ridge enjoys donating to the Building Bridges Veterans Initiative.
- -Oak Ridge has purchased a new fair booth at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield. It is located in the outfield close to the grandstands. We grill full barbeque chicken dinners. Proceeds cover costs and the profits go back to worthy causes in our local communities.
- -The Oak Ridge Detachment Marine Corps League accepts all Honorably Discharged Marines, FMF Navy Corpsman, and FMF Navy Chaplains. Veterans from other branches are also accepted and entitled to Associate Member status. Verification of Honorable Discharge (final copy if multiple enlistments) is required upon membership application. The first year's membership is free paid for by the Detachment. Dues after the first free year are $35.00.
Oak Ridge Gives Back to Veterans

Donors to the Oak Ridge Detachment. We thank you for your support!
Kiwanis Club of Bernardston
Michael Aldrich
Upper Pioneer Valley Veterans Services
McCarthy Funeral Home
Hitchcock Brewing Company
The Gun Rack
Northfield Food Mart
Aubuchon Hardware
Ryan & Casey
Berkshire Brewing Company
Tractor Supply
Lucky Bird Thrift Shop
Absolutely Fabulous Hair
Car Quest
Kringle Candle
Millers Falls Smokehouse
Pekarski's Sausage
Terraza Restaraunt
Fosters Supermarket
Sweet Lucy's Bakeshop
Spirit Shoppe
Pine Hill Orchards
Denny's Pantry
Ninety Nine Restaurant
Hagers Farm Market
Andy's Oak Shop
Calendar of Events
Name | Date and Time | Location |
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Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, December 4, 2023 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, January 1, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, February 5, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, March 4, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, April 1, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, June 3, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, July 1, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, August 5, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, September 2, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, October 7, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, November 4, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, December 2, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, January 6, 2025 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, February 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, March 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
Oak Ridge Detachment Meeting | Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:30 PM | Moose Lodge, 20 School Street Greenfield MA |
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