Disaster Preparedness Summit – Jan 28
In conjunction with Sponsoring Partners – Pepco, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Washington D.C., The Marriott Foundation and The Webster Group – the American Red Cross will launch the first annual Disaster Preparedness Summit in Washington, DC on January 28, 2019. Their mission with this event is to address the threats and risks to this community, our region and offer real world ways in which companies and other organizations can assess their readiness and better prepare for the unexpected.
FREE Presidential Culinary Food Tasting for Veterans – Jan 24
VAVETS is honored to have Chef, USA Culinary Ambassador, Restaurateur and Culinary Advisor Michael DePasquale cater an event for Virginia Veterans and their local supporters. Thursday, January 24 from 6 - 9 pm at Hilton Garden Inn Tysons Corner. Registration is limited - register now!
A Commonwealth Coffee Honoring Virginia Veterans – Jan 17
Senator Mark R. Warner and Senator Tim Kaine cordially invite you to a Commonwealth Coffee honoring Virginia veterans. The coffee serves as an opportunity for veterans, active duty service members, their families, and Virginia’s broader military community to speak with the Senators and members of their staff.
SECVA Robert Wilkie Community Townhall Event – Jan 17
The Honorable Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veteran Affairs will be holding the 2nd Community Townhall Event webcast on Thursday, January 17 from 1 - 3 pm EST. Register now to tune to the livestream webcast!
MOAA Announces 2019 Dates for Military Executive Transition Program Seminars
Servicemembers seeking guidance on their post-uniform career path - and veterans seeking a career boost - have three opportunities in 2019 to take part in MOAA's Military Executive Transition (MET) program, a one-day workshop that covers all facets to help guide you to professional success.
MK9s Service Dogs
Are you a veteran struggling with physical and/or mental health needs? MK9s Service Dogs’ mission is to provide highly trained service dogs to maximize the independence and quality of life of veterans with physical and/or mental disabilities.
Veterans Storytelling Show @ Workhouse Arts Center
Join the Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP) and the military-affiliated alumni from their Comedy Bootcamp class at the Workhouse Arts Center as they enjoy an evening of hilarity, community, and lots of laughter. We hope you'll be a part of this fun evening while veteran, service member, and military family performers share their best jokes - you don't want to miss out!
MilSpouse2CEO Meet Up – Jan 10
The Rosie Networks (TRN) and Blue Star Families (BSF) have partnered to provide the Military Spouse2CEO (MilSpouse2CEO) Program. The MilSpouse2CEO Program is an educational program designed to empower military spouses through entrepreneurship and expose the military spouse community to the concepts necessary to launch and grow small businesses. Join Blue Star Families for their 1st meeting for this 6 month program for Career Minded MilSpouse2CEO who want to explore their Entrepreneur side and drive their own career.
Washington Hire Expo – Jan 9
At the Washington Hiring Expo, join the Washington Wizards, Hiring Our Heroes, and Paralyzed Veterans of America to connect directly with recruiters and hiring managers from local and national companies of all sizes. This event is free and is open to active duty service members, Guard and Reserve, veterans, and military spouses. Even better? All registered veteran and military spouse job seekers who attend the hiring expo are eligible to receive up to two free tickets to attend the evening's game between the between the Washington Wizards and the Philadelphia 76ers.
Fort Belvoir Health & Fitness Expo – Jan 17
U.S. Army MWR Sports and Fitness at Fort Belvoir will host a Health and Fitness Expo to provide an overall health assessment experience and knowledge of wellness opportunities on Fort Belvoir and in the community. There will be a variety of exhibitors attending to educate the Fort Belvoir Garrison and Community about sleep, nutrition, and physical activity. They also want to provide participants with wellness strategies to improve their spirituality, mental health, finances, and overall safety.