Prince George’s County Veterans Resource Fair
Join County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks, the Prince George's County Commission for Veterans and the Prince George's County Memorial Library System for the Prince George's County Maryland Veteran Resource Fair. The goal of this one day event is to connect veterans and their families to services and to strengthen veteran support within Prince George's County. The event is free and is open to veterans, military member, families, caregivers, veteran service organizations and providers. Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Oxon Hill Branch Library in Oxon Hill, MD.
Easterseals Veteran Employment Workshops
Join Easterseals for two Veteran Employment Workshops this month. Meet the employment staff and learn about their services including; job training; counseling and placement; and assistance with Veterans Administration benefits. Tuesday, 10/22/19 at 12:3o PM in Woodbridge, VA. Wednesday, 10/23/19 at 11:00 AM in Alexandria, VA. Please bring your DD214 and resume.
Veterans Connect Virginia Happy Hour
Come out and support Northern Virginia’s premier networking with Veterans Connect Virginia hosted by Veterans Grow Virginia and AUSA (Association United States Army) in partnership with Brew Republic. In honor of those who have served Brew Republic offers 10% off menu items . Do you live, work, or want to try new places in the Northern Virginia? Are you looking to unwind after a long day; socialize and make new friends in the process? Then come join us at Brew Republic of Woodbridge for Vets Connect Networking. Thursday, October 24th from 5:00-8:00 PM.
Defusing Anger Workshop
Join the American Red Cross and the Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals for a Defusing Anger Workshop on Saturday, 10/26 at 9am in Silver Spring, MD. This workshop address the anger that can occur when service members, veterans and military families undergo stress. This is a free and confidential program that offers ways to work through challenges and build skills through small-group discussions and hands-on activities. Registration requested.
Special Education Law & Advocacy Conference
Join the Parent's Place of Maryland for a one day special education law and advocacy program focusing on four areas; Special education law, rights and responsibilities, Tests and measurements to measure progress & regression, SMART IEPs and Introduction to tactics & strategies for effective advocacy. There is a fee to attend this conference. CEU credits available. Registration is required.
Veterans & Dependents Information Seminar
Join DAV Chapter 26 and their Auxilliary for a Veterans and Dependents Information Seminar on Saturday, October 26th from 9AM to 4PM at the Lexington Park Rescue Squad Building in Lexington Park, MD. National and Chapter Service Officers will be present to answer questions and initiate claims. This is a free event.
Frederick Community Health Fair 10/26
FREDERICK COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR - FREE. Saturday, Oct. 26 8:00 AM -3:00 PM. Great Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 East Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Medical screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, hearing, heart disease, hepatitis B & C, HIV/AIDS, lung disease, and vision, Flu vaccines and more. Presented by The Asian American Center of Frederick and Frederick Memorial Hospital (FMH).
Salute to Armed Forces Event
Join the Prince William Chamber of Commerce for a Salute to the Armed Forces luncheon to honor local hero's. There is a cost to attend this event. For more information or to exhibit contact Suzanne Lewis at slewis@pwchamber.org.
Mental Health First Aid: Military/Veterans – Nov 1
MCVET is partnering with ServingTogether, a program of EveryMind to offer a Mental Health First Aid: Military and Veteran Module 8 hour course. If you a veteran or an individual working with veterans in our community this is the training for you.
Warrior Canine Connection Puppy Training Information Classes
Warrior Canine Connection (WCC) enlists Service Members and Veterans with combat stress in the critical mission of training service dogs for fellow wounded warriors. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of join WCC and The Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic for a 7 part training session where you will learn about dog psychology and training methods. Session one begins Friday. October 11th from 8:30-9:30 AM at Easterseals in Silver Spring,MD. Registration is required.