Garden of Jokes – A Veterans Comedy Show
Up Top Acres and the Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP) are joining forces once more to host another special Veterans Comedy Show at one of Up Top's rooftop farms. This performance will feature comedians who have graduated from ASAP's Comedy Bootcamp program, the first stand-up comedy class in the country for veterans. The event will provide a platform for veteran comedians to showcase their talents and tell their hilarious stories in front of members of the DC community. Saturday, June 23rd from 7:30-10:00PM. Tickets are $15.
Emotional Freedom Technique
ServingTogether Blog. June 7, 2018 by Neil Goodman on Emotional Freedom Technique. Twice a month ServingTogether will feature a blog entry from one of our community partners working to improve the lives of military, veterans and their families in the National Capital Region through innovate programs, initiatives, research, cutting edge technology, etc. Check back every two weeks for the new featured blog. If you are interested in submitting for the Serving Together Blog section please contact Julie Riggs at jriggs@every-mind.org.
Exploring Stress and Trauma June 20th
Presented by the American Red Cross and hosted by the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic This workshop is designed to help veterans and their families recognize and manage post deployment stress and other war related concerns, including trauma issues. Left unaddressed, stress and trauma can lead to a variety of negative outcomes for the veteran and their families. Wednesday, June 20th from 6:30-8:30pm. Registration is required. Free child care is available by request.
Traveling Film and Exhibit about the Tuskegee Airmen
See, hear and "feel" the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, the obstacles they encountered and what they achieved as America's first Black military pilots and their support personnel. Wednesday, June 13 thru Saturday, June 16. The film creates the feeling of being inside the cockpit of a P-51C Mustang. FREE Admission. 9AM-4:15PM. Registration is required.
Pride Open Mic @ Dog Tag Bakery
Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP) and Dog Tag Bakery are partnering to host an interdisciplinary Open Mic show at 7:00PM on Thursday, June 14th. In honor of Pride month, this open mic will highlight the stories and experiences of LGBTQAI veterans, service members, military family members, and caregivers. ASAP is currently looking for 12-14 performers to take the stage.
Pro Bono Veterans Legal and Benefits Clinic June 13th
Wednesday, June 13th from 10:00 am to 7:00 PM, Silver Spring, MD. Talk to an attorney or veteran service officer for free who can help you with your issues. Hosted by The Veterans Consortium and the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic. Appointments required.
Tandem Skydive Jump for Combat Veterans
On Saturday, June 7th Heroes on the River is partnering with Skydive Shenandoah to bring a group of combat veterans to participate in a tandem jump. There will be a BBQ following the skydiving session. Open to combat veterans. Registration is required.
FROM A BAND OF BROTHERS TO SERVINGTOGETHER IN THE NATION’S CAPITAL
Ann Mazur, CEO of EveryMind reflects on the meaning of Memorial Day: When my dad’s carrier was hit by Kamikazes, they kept fighting. When his Torpedo bomber was shot to pieces and half the tail was gone, they kept flying. When the war was over, like millions of others, they came home, went to work and raised families. So on this national holiday, while we honor his legacy and the Band of Brothers who have protected us for 240 years - my colleagues and partners at over 70 local human services agencies and nonprofits, will introduce a network of coordinated services and care for veterans, service members and their families. This Memorial Day, the National Capital Region will become the newest member of the nationally-recognized AmericaServes movement, aiming to transform the means by which we care for all those who have served our nation.
VFW Post 1177 Veteran’s Ball
Come and celebrate comradeship with your significant other. Enjoy a night of dinner and dancing at the beautiful River Creek Club in Leesburg, VA. Friday, June 29th starting at 6:00 PM.
Meditation: It’s Not What You Think
Saturday, June 9th from 10:30am - 12:00pm at the Oakton Library in Oakton, VA. Learn about mindful meditation Neil Goodman, a Certified Meditation Instructor, and incorporate this powerful practice in your daily routine. No registration required.