We Work Veterans in Residence Launch Party
WeWork and Bunker Labs are excited to launch the WeWork Veterans In Residence program Powered by Bunker Labs, which offers United States military veterans and spouses fully-sponsored workspaces to help entrepreneurs build and grow their businesses. To celebrate, Bunker Labs DC is hosting a launch party "Businesses in Blossom", with special guests to introduce the members of our latest Veterans in Residence tribe who will briefly share their entrepreneurial stories. Wednesday, April 3rd, 5:30-7:30 PM, We Work, Washington DC. Registration is required.
Spring Regional Job Fair
Spring 2019 Regional Job Fair Multiple Employers, Multiple Industries and Multiple Opportunities. Hosted by the Department of Family Services and Training. Thursday, April 4th, 1:00 - 3:30 pm, Fairfax, VA. Walk-ins welcome but pre-registration is recommended.
ASAP & Team RWB Comedy Show @ The Landing
The Armed Services Arts Partnership, in tandem with Team Red, White and Blue is hosting a comedy show featuring stand-up comedians from the veteran, service member, and military family community. Friday, April 5th at 7:30pm at The Landing in Alexandria, VA. Tickets on sale.
Year of the Veteran Celebration and Resource Fair
Monday, April 8th 4:00-8:00 PM Howard Community College. Join Howard County Office of Veterans and Military Families in celebrating The Year of the Veteran proclamation by our MD Governor with refreshments, music by Voice of Vets, professional attire/suit giveway, and more than 40 government agencies, nonprofits and veteran service organizations that provide services or programs for our veterans and military families. Premier Health Express Urgent Care, an authorized Warrior Centric Health Clinic, will provide medical and dental screenings. The event is FREE and open to the public.
Success Factors for Veteran Entrepreneurs
April 9, 2019 – 2:00pm to 3:00pm What makes veteran entrepreneurs successful? To learn the answer, the National Association of Veteran-Serving Organizations (NAVSO) partnered with Purdue University and assembled an amazing Steering Committee […]
Opioid Epidemic Workshop with Congressman David Trone
A workshop hosted by Congressman David Trone to discuss ow the opioid epidemic has affected residents of the 6th Maryland district and the steps to combat addiction. The workshop will feature a panel discussion of leading experts in the field. There will also be representatives from local and regional organizations who will provide resources and information regarding the opioid epidemic.
Free Chow for Vietnam Vets
In honor of National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29th, Mission BBQ is offering a free sandwich to all Vietnam Veterans.
Break the Silence: A Conversation About Suicide Prevention
Join EveryMind, Adventist HealthCare, Holy Cross Health, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, Suburban Hospital and Healthy Montgomery for a community dialogue on suicide prevention. Learn about how you can help your family, friends and neighbors who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide and/or a mental illness. The webinar will include a hopeful story of recovery from a suicide attempt survivor and a brief presentation on steps you can take to help someone who may be in distress from a local expert on suicide prevention. A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Apr 3, 2019 1:00 PM in Eastern Time. Registration is required.
Salad in a Jar Workshop
Join Blue Star Families and the Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic for a fun and nutritional workshop on how to make Salad in a Jar. Wednesday, April 3rd at 6pm at the Cohen Clinic in Silver Spring, MD. Learn how to save time nourishing your mind, body and soul with nutrition strategies from Cathy Murphy, BSN, RN Certified Health Coach. This event is free. Registration is required.
Capital Bikeshare Memberships to District Veterans
The DC Mayor's Office of Veteran's Affairs (MOVA) has partnered with Capital Bikeshare to give free annual Capital Bikeshare memberships to District veterans! DC veterans can sign up for their free one-year membership at the MOVA Office!** Please bring proof of veteran status and DC residency. Enroll at the MOVA Office during working hours (M-F, 9am - 5pm).