VET Center Registration & Referral at the Library
Mondays through September at the Gaithersburg and Germantown Libraries the Silver Spring VET Center will hold walk in times for referrals and to get connected to the Vet Center and VA services. VET Centers provide quality readjustment counseling in a caring manner. The staff understands and appreciates Veterans' war experiences while assisting them and their family members toward a successful post-war adjustment in or near their community. Services are free to eligible veterans and their families.
The “S” Word Screening – July 11
Join EveryMind and our community partners for a screening of the film, The “S” Word.* In this award winning documentary, a suicide attempt survivor is on a mission to find fellow survivors and document their stories of unguarded courage, insight, pain and humor. Along the way, she discovers a national community rising to transform personal struggles into action. Wednesday, July 11 from 6 - 8:30 pm. Admission: $5.
Northern Virginia Veteran and Military Family Hiring Expo – Aug 28
Phase II Staffing and Consulting would like to invite you to attend the Northern Virginia Veteran and Military Family Hiring Expo! Tuesday, August 28 from 11 am - 2 pm at the Hilton Washington Dulles Airport. Veteran and Military Family Support Organizations can also reserve a FREE vendor space at the event.
Barracks Row 4th of July Parade in DC
Join DC Mayor Muriel Bowser and walk the Barracks Row 4th of July Parade! 9:00-11:00 am July 4th.
Veterans Resource & Recognition Day in Frederick
Come out to this year's Frederick Veterans Resource & Recognition Day on Wednesday, July 11th from 9:00am -2:00pm. The event is being held at the Frederick Senior Center and will feature veteran resources, lunch and Keynote speaker The Honorable George Owings, III - Maryland Secretary of Veteran Affairs. This is a free event. This event is in collaboration with the Frederick County Veteran's Engagement Board (CVEB).
Armed Services Arts Partnership Seeking Volunteers
Volunteer opportunities available at Armed Services Arts Partnership who helps veterans, service members and military families reintegrate into their communities through the arts.
Honor Flight DCA is seeking Volunteer Guardians – Training Session July 17
DCA Honor Flight is seeking Volunteer Guardians. Interested in becoming a Guardian? Formal training is required. Next training session will be Tuesday, July 17 at 6:30 pm at Shirlington library in Arlington, VA.
Pathfinder Employment Workshop – July 17
Pathfinder in conjunction with Deloitte will be holding a FREE Employment Workshop open to all transitioning service-members and their families. Tue, July 17, 2018 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the USO Warrior & Family Center at Fort Belvoir. Registration is required.
Preventing Suicides Among Service Members, Veterans, and their Families Webinar – June 28
Join SAMHSA for the first session in the Suicide Prevention Virtual Event Series focusing on strategies to prevent suicide among our service members, veterans, and their families (SMVF). Thursday, June 28 from 2 - 4 pm online through WebEx.
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Pack the Park – July 3
Coalition to Salute America's Heroes is teaming up with the Frederick Keys this year to again provide FREE tickets to active duty military, veterans and first responders! Frederick Keys vs. Lynchburg Hillcats at the Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium Date: July 3rd, 2018. Time: Gates open 6pm, game time 7pm.