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.
Virginia Women Veterans Summit – June 14 & 15
2018 Virginia Women Veterans Summit will be held Thursday and Friday June 14 & 15 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center. This event brings together veterans, community leaders, employers, and government agencies from the federal, state, and local levels to raise awareness about the services and benefits offered specifically for women veterans. The summit will also host exhibitors whose mission involves the wellness and wholeness of women veterans and feature notable presenters.
Project Horse Open House – Military & Veterans Family Appreciation Day – May 19
Project Horse will be holding an Open House weekend on May 19 & 20. Saturday, May 19 will feature a special day for Military & Veterans Family Appreciation Day! Special Honor Ceremony at 1 pm. Ending with live music!
Military Members: Join Blue Star Families for a Capitol Concert
Active Duty and National Guard/Reserve members can volunteer to be a part of the National Memorial Day Concert and A Capitol Fourth, America’s National Independence Day Celebration. Volunteer service members will represent all men and women in the armed forces as special guests. Registering enters you for an opportunity to attend this year’s concerts. Due to popular demand, attendees will be randomly selected. Seating is limited so please sign up early. Selected attendees will be notified by email with further event details.
Armed Forces Day Luncheon – May 24
The Middleburg Community Center will be hosting their first ever National Armed Forces Day Celebration. The event will be held on Thursday May 24th from noon – 2pm. Veterans of all eras and their families are invited.
Mental Health & Community Awareness Conference – May 18
The DC VA Medical Center's Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council is supporting a Mental Health & Community Awareness Conference including discussion on the opioid crisis. It will be held at 1901 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC on Friday, May 18, 2018 from 8:30 am - 6:00 pm.
TAPS Volunteer Opportunities Memorial Day Weekend
The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) is seeking volunteers for Memorial Day weekend. They are holding their annual National Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camps in Arlington, VA. Many different opportunities available. Register now!
2018 Military Expo – May 14
This Expo is intended for Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, and Caregivers. 11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Opening. Guest Speaker: CSM (Retired) Victor Angry. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Various Information Sessions. 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm: Networking and Dinner. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Public Forum with representatives from the Martinsburg VAMC, NCA and local government
May Military Respite Day – May 19
Easterseals will be holding their May Military Respite Day on Saturday, May 19 for children with disabilities or special needs and their siblings. Open to veterans and military families. No cost. Child care provided. Free parking onsite and metro accessible. Registration required.
Celebrate Kids to Parks Day with Blue Star Families
Celebrate Kids to Parks Day with 4 locations, dates and times to fit your busy schedules!