Veterans Curation Program Meet & Greet
The Alexandria Veterans Curation Program provides vocational rehabilitation and innovative training to recently separated veterans using archaeological collections administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Join them on Thursday, July 18th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm in Alexandria, VA for a Meet & Greet to learn more about this program.
Volunteer Opportunity to Work with Service Dogs In Training
MK9s seeks to provide highly trained service dogs tailored to meet specific veteran needs at no cost to the qualified and deserving veteran. Costs are kept to a minimum by a dedicated all volunteer force who raise and train the puppies for free. Costs are therefore limited to purchasing the puppies, feeding and veterinary care during the training period. Please consider becoming a volunteer or canine mentor with MK9s service dogs.
Welcome Home Korean War Veterans Reception – July 15
The First Lady of Maryland cordially invites Korean War veterans and their guests to a Welcome Home Korean War Veterans Reception on Monday, July 15, 2019. This reception will be held from 3 - 5 pm at the Miller Senate Office Building in Annapolis.
Women Veterans: Small Business Award – Applications Open July 15
Women Veterans: Mark your calendar! Applications open July 15 for the Melissa A. Washington Annual Small Business Award, which providers up to $5,000 for a women veteran to start or expand her business.
Veterans Resource & Recognition Day
Wednesday, July 10th from 9:00am - 2:00pm at the Frederick Senior Center. Featuring Keynote Speaker: Colonel Laureen Barone, USA, Retired, Department of Veteran Affairs. Meet representatives of area agencies and organizations serving veterans. Visit the Mobile VET Center. Receive on-site assistance. Lunch catered by Palmtree Catering. Reservations required.
EFT, HeartMath & Mindfullness with the USO
Join the USO Warrior & Family Center at Ft. Belvoir on Tuesday, July 2nd from 6:00-8:00pm to learn short, effective Mindfullness, HearthMath & EFT practice; three powerful techniques proven to remove stress. You may reserve up to 6 tickets per family. Parents must stay with their children throughout the event.
Women Veterans Interactive Chapters in Northern VA
Join Women Veterans Interactive this Saturday, June 29th at Mission BBQ in Sterling Virginia to learn more about Women Veterans Interactive's plans for chapter in the Northern VA area. Mission BBQ is hosting the meeting and providing attendees with a fantastic free lunch. Registration is required.
Free Baseball Tickets for Frederick Keys July 3rd Game
Join Coalition to Salute America's Heroes on July 3rd at Stars and Stripes Night with the Frederick Keys vs. the Lynchburg Hillcats. The Stars and Stripes night at the ballpark will feature special military and veteran programming including Fireworks, Patriotic Hat Auction, and Fundraising for Heroes. If you are a veteran, military service member or first responder and would like to obtain free tickets to this game please contact pjones@saluteheroes.org.
Veterans Summer Social
Come join The American Legion, Marine Corps League, and Team RWB for a Veteran Summer Social at Dillons Wood in Purcellville. All veterans and their families are invited out for free food, games, commraderie, and live music! While food is provided, we ask that you please bring a side dish or dessert (if you are able). Saturday, July 20th from 12:00-3:00 PM at Dillions Wood in Purcellville, VA.
Free Screening of Superpower Dogs This Weekend
Surf Dog Ricochet and Staff Sergeant Persons B. Griffith IV (Ret) will be traveling from San Diego, CA to Washington DC, MD and VA for June 22nd and 23rd showings of the IMAX film, Superpower Dogs, as well as a free presentation on the “Healing Power of Dogs in the Treatment of PTSD”. There will also be a free showing for the military community and their families. Regular showings requiring paid tickets are an option too. There will be Q&A sessions, and moviegoers can interact with Ricochet before, during and after the film with plenty of photo opportunities. June 22nd Triangle, VA and June 23rd in Washington DC. Advanced tickets required.