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This week, VA Providence hosted a Process Improvement Fair, celebrating the innovative efforts and high reliability improvements across our facility.
The 2024 VA New England Summer Sports Clinic was a success, bringing together over 40 Veterans for a week of adaptive sports and camaraderie.
The Veterans Cafe/Meals on Wheels for Veterans event at American Legion Post 85 in Woonsocket, RI, brought the community together.
This past Sunday, the Providence Vet Center hosted its annual “Come Clam with Me (Veterans Edition)” at North Kingstown Town Beach.
![Providence Vet Center Director Heather Tarducci patrols the beach as Veterans and their families attempt to dig out Quahogs.](https://s3-us-gov-west-1.amazonaws.com/content.www.va.gov/img/styles/2_1_medium_thumbnail/public/2024-07/Shellfishing_2024_5.png)
VA Providence recently had the honor of welcoming Jon Santiago, the first Secretary of the Executive Office of Veterans’ Services in Massachusetts, and his team for a visit.
![(Left to Right) VA Providence Director Lawrence Connell speaks to Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans' Services Jon Santiago during his visit.](https://s3-us-gov-west-1.amazonaws.com/content.www.va.gov/img/styles/2_1_medium_thumbnail/public/2024-07/Connell_Santiago_July_2024_6.png)
On Thursday, June 27th, VA Providence observed PTSD Awareness Day with a solemn and impactful event held in our chapel.
This past Tuesday, VA Providence hosted an Employment Fair that brought together local employers and our dedicated Veterans and staff.
![VA Providence hosts Employment Fair for Veterans and Staff.](https://s3-us-gov-west-1.amazonaws.com/content.www.va.gov/img/styles/2_1_medium_thumbnail/public/2024-06/Enrollment%20Fair%20LifeSpan%20June%202024.png)
This past Wednesday evening, VA Providence hosted our Summer VetFest event at VFW Coventry Memorial Post 9404.
Today, VA Providence honored Juneteenth with a vibrant celebration steeped in history and unity.
Today, VA Providence held a heartwarming Baby Shower, celebrating and supporting Veterans who have recently given birth or are expecting soon.