VAREP DC Chapter Networking Mixer – Sept 12, 19 & 26
VAREP D.C. Chapter will be hosting a networking mixer and fundraiser at Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar in Potomac Town Place in Woodbridge, VA on Sept 12, 19 & 26 from 4 - 7 pm. Join them for networking, drinks, appetizers, and raffles! Portion of the proceeds help pay local veteran families housing needs.
Fall Fest – Oct 21
USO Fort Belvoir will be hosting Fall Fest on Saturday, October 21st from 2PM - 5PM at USO Warrior and Family Center - Ft. Belvoir (5940 9th Street). Open to: Active Duty & Military Dependents. NO Registration Required! Info Booths from Local Vendors, Face Painting, Moon Bounce, Pumpkin Patch & Decoration Station, Costumed Photo Booth, Giveaways, Mad Scientist Lab, Cookie Decorating, Music and much more!
Honor Flight Guardian Training – Sept 25
The DCA Honor Flight will be hosting an upcoming guardian training on Monday, September 25 at 5:45 pm at the Capitol Post (625 N Washington St, Suite 425, Alexandria, VA 22314).
Free REVIVE Training – Sept 27
Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Development Services will be hosting a REVIVE! training. This training can help provide you with the skills and tools to administer Nalozone, that can safe an individual that is having an opioid overdose. Free Narcan nasal spray will be dispensed at training.
Wills for Vets
The Prince William Agency on Aging, partnership with the Prince William Bar Association is once again sponsoring a "Wills for Veterans" Program. The Prince William Bar Association will be drafting 1) Will and Testaments, 2) Power of Attorneys, and 3) Medical Directives for the Veteran (and their spouse/caregiver) in the Tri-jurisdictional areas of PWC, Manassas, and Manassas Park -FREE! All veterans are encouraged to participate who do not have a Will, Power of Attorney and/or Medical Directives. Space is limited to the first 80 veterans/spouses who sign-up w/ an RSVP to guarantee participation.
Free Writing Workshop for Veterans at Montgomery County Public Libraries
Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) is offering a free six-session workshop open for veterans, service members, and their adult family members. The six-session workshop will take place at the Rockville Memorial library, 21 Maryland Ave., Rockville, on Saturdays, September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28 & November 4 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Registration is required.
Modern Day Marine Expo – Quantico – Sept 19-21
Modern Day Marine Expo will be held on MCB Quantico 19 Sept. through 21 Sept. Marine Military Expositions showcase the latest innovations in military equipment and systems, designed specifically to address the evolving, expeditionary needs of the Marine Corps. Join us in preparing today’s Marines for the opportunities and challenges of the 21st century.
Fort Belvoir Oktoberfest – Sept 28 thru Oct 1
Fort Belvoir’s Family and MWR hosts one of the most anticipated events of the year: The 21st annual Oktoberfest! Located at Fremont Field on Fort Belvoir, September 28 - October 1. Oktoberfest is a four-day festival that highlights authentic German cuisine, beverages, music, and dancing. Enjoy an exciting carnival, Volksmarch 10K Walk, a vendor market (Specker Field House), and much more. This is a fun-filled event geared toward the whole family!
Friendship Walks to End Homeless – Nov 4
Friendship Walks to end homelessness will be held on Saturday, November 4 from 10:30 am - 12 pm in DC at the National Mall. Proceeds go to support Friendship Place.
Military and First Responders Appreciation Weekend – Sept 16 & 17
Gaver Farm is hosting the Military and First Responders Appreciation Weekend this Saturday and Sunday from 10 am - 6 pm in Mt Airy, MD with Farm Market, free hayrides, pick your own pumpkins and apples and Fall Fun Festival featuring over 50 activities including a corn maze, farm animals, mini mazes, giant slides, pedal karts, corn bin, combine slide, jumping pillow and much more.