Meditation: It’s Not What You Think
Saturday, June 9th from 10:30am - 12:00pm at the Oakton Library in Oakton, VA. Learn about mindful meditation Neil Goodman, a Certified Meditation Instructor, and incorporate this powerful practice in your daily routine. No registration required.
Speed Networking Event for Military Spouses
Military Spouse Networking - Ft. Belvior. June 14th. Join the USO Warrior and Family Center, Fort Belvoir for a fun, fast paced speed networking session for military spouses in the Washington D.C. and local military community. June 14th from 9:00AM - You’ll have the opportunity to learn about USO Programs, discuss the art of networking, and network with other military spouses, hiring employers and community leaders. All spouses will walk away meeting new friends, contacts, and professionals and will also receive a Military Spouse Networking kit. Registration is required.
Empowering Veterans to Find Their Purpose
Free Veteran Health & Information Fair. June 13, 2018 from 9am-2pm at the Marvin Center, 801 21st ST NW, Washington, DC. Three workshops available. Pre-registration is requested. Presented by the DC VA Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council in partnership with AMVETS Post #12 & The George Washington University.
ServingTogether National Capital Region Network Launch – May 31
Join us as we celebrate the official launch of our powerful network of support for veterans, service members and their families. As part of this celebration, we will be honoring and recognizing those who have helped make this possible. Thursday, May 31. 4 - 7 pm. Women in Military Service for America Memorial in Arlington, VA.
Memorial Day Field of Honor at George C Marshall High School
For Memorial Day weekend, George C. Marshall High School's Class of 2019 will create a Field of Honor in front of the high school along Route 7. We invite you to support the Field of Honor and the class of 2019 by sponsoring a flag (s) to honor the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. military or to recognize the service of a veteran or an active duty service member.
a·ware·ness·ing
ServingTogether Blog. May 18,, 2018 by Curt Wooford, MA. a·ware·ness·ing. 1) the deliberate action of creating and sustaining a state of awareness. Twice a month ServingTogether will feature a blog entry from one of our community partners working to improve the lives of military, veterans and their families in the National Capital Region through innovate programs, initiatives, research, cutting edge technology, etc. Check back every two weeks for the new featured blog. If you are interested in submitting for the Serving Together Blog section please contact Julie Riggs at jriggs@every-mind.org.
Caregiver Roundtable – Hidden Heroes Voices
Join the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and the DC Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs on May 22nd in Washington DC to kick off Hidden Heroes Voices; a series of roundtables focused on creating real change for military and veteran caregivers and their families. Registration is required.
Hope and Healing – A spiritual open house for Veterans
Hope and Healing: A Spiritual Open House for Veterans will be held at Washington National Cathedral Sundays: May 27, and June 24, 1-4pm at The Center for Prayer and Pilgrimage and chapels on the lower level.
Family Retreat – June 8-10
Virginia Department of Veteran Services Virginia Veteran and Family Support will be holding a Mission: Healthy Families Family Retreat June 8-10 at Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center in Toano, VA. FREE event. Registration deadline: May 25.
Warrior Herd: Private Family Workshops June 2 & 9
Project Horse Empowerment Center will hold 2 upcoming Warrior Herd sessions in June on the 2nd and 9th from 10 am - 11:30 am. These are private family sessions for military, veterans and their families. Simple online application due 7 days prior to session.