Bright Stars Bedtime Story
The Bright Stars Bedtime Stories virtual event series begins Tuesday, February 16th with readings occurring every Tuesday and Thursday evening through March 25th. Guest readers are celebrities, athletes and other luminaries committed to helping Easterseals fulfill its mission of making profound, positive differences in the daily lives of people of all ages with disabilities, special needs, military backgrounds, and their families.
An Evening of Veteran Storytelling
Please join the Veterans-Military Ministry Team and the Sacred Story Institute (SSI) for an evening of storytelling with two combat veterans, Chad S. (U.S. Navy Swimmer with Naval Warfare) and Matt Ingold (USMC Afghanistan veteran) and Sacred Story Institute founder, Father Bill Watson, SJ. Chad and Matt will read excerpts from their stories and there will be an opportunity to discuss the War and Grace story-writing project. To learn more about Chad, Matt and Father Bill, please visit the Eventbrite page.
Veteran Health Needs in the Pandemic: Moving Toward Innovative Solutions
Happy New Year! NOVA Veterans Association invites you to join us on Tuesday, 16 February 2021 at 9:00 am for an online collaborative panel discussion to find solutions to multiple Veteran Health Needs during the pandemic.
Defining Food Insecurity Virtual Panel
Food insecurity is a complex and growing problem in the military/veteran community. To solve a problem, we first need to understand it. That's why the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF), in partnership with Craig Newmark Philanthropies, is assembling experts for Leaders Eat Last, a panel series designed to raise awareness, build understanding, and identify challenges and solutions.
Bridging the Gap Between Military and Civilian Healthcare
Join America's Warrior Partnership for February's Battle Rhythm on Bridging the Gap Between Military and Civilian Healthcare. February 1 from 2 - 3 pm.
VA Benefits Workshop
Join the USO Pathfinder Transition Program and their expert presenter to gain a detailed understanding of the VA Pre-Discharge Claims Program process. This event is targeted towards Transitioning Service Members, but is open to all Service Members, Military Spouses and recently separated Veterans.
Free Educational Webinars from VAREP
VAREP and USA Homeownership Foundation offer free live educational webinars on various topics from Qualifying for a Loan Modification after Forebarance, Rental Assistance and Repayment Programs to Avoid Eviction, and Using Your VA Loan to Buy a House. Check out their upcoming sessions now.
Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Ukulele Workshop Series
Have you always wanted to try the ukulele? Musicians of all skill levels are invited to participate in a four-week series of virtual lessons with Glen McCarthy, guitar instructor at George Mason University. These tele workshops will take place Tuesday evenings, and are FREE to Veterans, Servicemembers, their families, and military caregivers – as well as to current healthcare workers.
Veterans Writing Circle
The Virginia G. Piper Center for Creative Writing is proud to announce a partnership with the Pat Tillman Veterans Center and the Office for Veteran Military Academic Engagement to bring Veteran students and local Veterans a space to write together, workshop creative pieces, and share stories. This circle is Veteran led and Veteran-focused. If you are not a Veteran or related to a Veteran we ask that you kindly refrain from attending. All skill levels and genres are welcome!
Military Holiday Shopping Pop-Up Event
Veterans Grow America and The Rosie Network have joined forces with ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES to showcase Veteran and Military Spouse Owned Business with a Military Holiday Shopping Pop-Up event. Buy locally produced holiday gifts and treats that are made in the USA by veterans and military spouses. This Saturday, December 12 from 9 am - 6 pm at the Fort Belvoir Post Exchange!