Capitol Post Startup School – Jun 27-Aug 22
Apply now to Capitol Post's 9-week Startup School (Jun 27 - Aug 22) where veterans & spouses will test their ideas, accelerate, and build their businesses with expert thought leaders, mentors, and professionals in the DMV. Culminates with a pitch competition & a cash prize. Application deadline: June 12, 2018.
Telehealth Intake Appointments Available at Fort Belvoir
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals has recently launched telehealth services for veterans and their families. Beginning June 1, 2018, they will offer intake appointments at the USO on Fort Belvoir every Friday from 10 am - 1 pm.
June Veterans Business Council Boot Camp – June 14
The Prince William Chamber of Commerce's fiscal year ends June 30th so the next and last scheduled Veterans Council meeting for this fiscal year is Thursday, June 14th from 9:00am-11:00am (NOTE: extended timeline) at their Headquarters at 9720 Capital Court, Suite 203 Manassas, VA 20110.
Heroes’ Voices National Poetry Contest Reading – June 13
Join the Hylton Performing Arts Center for an evening of live music and poetry that explores many perspectives on war, peace, and the soldier’s experience. This performance is a culminating event of the Heroes’ Voices National Veterans Poetry Contest. Free and open to the public.
USO-Metro Baby Sprinkle for military moms-to-be – June 16
USO-Metro will host a Baby Sprinkle for military moms-to-be on Saturday, June 16 from 10:30 am - 1 pm in Vienna, VA. This is a lottery drawing format and 30 expectant active duty military ladies and active duty spouses due within the next 6 months will be invited to join a day of fun and games, networking, and education from industry experts. Register by 9 am on June 7.
Operation FINALLY HOME accepting applications for homes in Northern Virginia
Operation FINALLY HOME a 501(c)3 working nationally to provide custom-built, mortgage-free homes for wounded, ill and injured veterans is currently accepting applications for homes that will be built in Northern Virginia in 2020.
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.
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.