2019 Military Family Lifestyle Survey Results are in!
The Blue Star Families annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey results, in collaboration with Syracuse University’s Institute for Veteran and Military Families , are here! With over 11,000 respondents including service members, veterans, National Guard, Reserve and their families, the #BSFSurvey received the highest response rate since its establishment in 2009! The largest survey of its kind, it is used by policymakers in D.C. and across the country to learn about and meet the most pressing needs of military families like yours.
Melwood Veteran Services Open House – April 1
Join Melwood Veterans Services' Operation Tohidu for an open house and tour on Wednesday April 1st. They are offering two opportunities to tour their facility in Nanjemoy, MD and the chance to talk with staff and veterans that have attended the program.
Family Book Club starting March 9
Get ready for a book club for families! Join Blue Star Families for dinner and books every week. Brought to you by Blue Star Families and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
DC BourBiz at the MGM National Harbor
MGM National Harbor Bourbiz DC is back on April 29th 2020. These events attract a host of resources such as Fortune 500 Business Leaders, Ted Talk speakers, Medal of Honor Recipients, Professional Athletes, Military Leaders, and TV & social media personalities. The Veteran/Military Spouse Resource Event will have the same ability to power network with up to 75 resources!
Veteran Food Truck Rodeo
Veterans Grow America & Veterans Grow Virginia will be hosting a Veteran Food Truck Rodeo, a fun evening of tasty food trucks, live music, a shopping, networking, and more at our their annual Veteran Business Pop Shop!
Welcome Home: Vietnam Veteran Commemoration Event
Capital Caring Health cordially invites Vietnam & Vietnam Era Veterans and their Families to a special Vietnam War Commemoration on Sunday, March 29, 2020 from 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. at the National Marine Corps Museum.
Northern Virginia Veterans Association Quarterly Meeting
This Tuesday, 18 Feb at 6:30 Northern Virginia Veterans Association will hold their Quarterly Member/Partner meeting at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton. The theme is "Improving Transportation for our Veterans". Their two speakers are; Jan Hawkins, Program Director, RSVP-Greater Prince William, and Bob Schneider, Executive Director, OmniRide. Please Join Northern Virginia Veterans Association for their Quarterly Meeting This Tuesday, 18 Feb at 6:30 they will hold their Quarterly Member/Partner meeting at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton. The theme is "Improving Transportation for our Veterans". Their two speakers are; Jan Hawkins, Program Director, RSVP-Greater Prince William, and Bob Schneider, Executive Director, OmniRide. The meeting is open to the public and free to attend.
A Conversation with Charles McGee
Join Silver Spring Town Center for their next SPARKLE: In Conversation with Oldest Living Tuskegee Airman Brigadier General Charles McGee. Wednesday, February 12th at 2pm in the Silver Spring Civic Building. FREE & all seniors welcome!
Celebrate Black History Month with Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall invites you to celebrate and acknowledge the achievements and sacrifices of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history. Guest Speaker: SGM Edward Bell (G4). Entertainment provided by The U.S. Army Band.
Second Annual Disaster Preparedness Summit
his summit brings together local, regional and national leaders to share insights, resources and best practices to help ensure businesses, government, nonprofits and individuals are ready when disaster strikes. Join American Red Cross on January 28, 2020 to prepare your organization and your community for what’s to come.