Sweats for Vets
Join VFW post 11177 and the Knights of Columbus to provide new sweatsuits as gifts to veterans in the Martinsburg VA Medical Center Hospital. Please donate new, unwrapped sweat suits (only) to the VFW Post 1177 at their Christmas party on December 13th at 6PM, or contact Phil Rusciolelli pbrusciolelli@aol.com to arrange for drop off. The sweat suits will be packaged at the VFW 1177 post from 9am-12noon on December 28th.
Wounded Warrior Project Program Briefing Dec 19th
Join the Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseal and the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) on Thursday, December 19th from 12:00-1:00 PM to learn more about Wounded Warrior Programs. WWP connects warriors, their families and caregivers to peers, programs and communities to ensure they have a network of support. WWP representatives will be available to discuss all of their programs. Registration is required. Call 240-847-7500 or email mlass@eseal.org.
Serve Our Willing Warriors Holiday Open House
Join Serve Our Willing Warriors on December 15th from 2:30pm – 4:30pm for their annual Open House and Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5pm! Each year the Serve Our Willing Warriors community gathers around the tree and brings a Christmas spirit into the house for the warriors. Come out and spread some holiday cheer!! This is a free event.
Annual VSO Holiday Party
Please join The Mission Continues for fun and camaraderie at The American Legion Post 24 in Alexandria, VA for their annual VSO Holiday party. The party starts at 7 p.m. There will be several local VSOs in attendance. 400 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA 22314. Registration is requested.
USO Coffee Connections for Military Spouses
USO Coffee Connections - Fort Belvoir - December 12 2019. Join the USO as they host a small gathering for military spouses to connect with each other while enjoying a cup of coffee. This is a great way to network, share advice, discuss local events, and meet new friends! All spouses of active-duty service members are welcome. Registration is requested.
Southern MD Veterans Collaborative Dec 5
Please join Melwood Veteran Services and ServingTogether for the next meeting of the Southern MD Veterans Collaborative on December 5th from 10:00 - 11:30 AM at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Any organization that works with veterans or service members is welcome to attend. Registration is requested.
2019 Veteran’s Legislative Summit
The Maryland General Assembly Veterans Caucus is holding the 2019 Veteran's Legislative Summit on December 11, 2019 at 9:00 AM at the Miller Senate Office Building. Join in a discussion on veteran specific issues and policy priorities for the upcoming 2020 Legislative Session. Please RSVP to attend.
Volunteer Opportunities at Promise Landing Farm
Promise Landing Farm is holding their first volunteer orientation and training at their facility in Upper Marlboro, MD on Wednesday, December 11th from 5:30 to 8:00 PM. Military, Veterans and family members interested in volunteering with the horses at the farm are encouraged to attend. Please RSVP and complete a volunteer form prior to attending.
Emotional Grit Workshop Dec 14
Join The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals and the American Red Cross on Saturday, 12/14 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for a Holiday Ornament and Emotional Grit Workshop. Veterans and military families will learn how to understand the many emotions that come with challenges and transitions while painting beautiful holiday ornaments for the whole family! This workshop will help participants recognize when behaviors, thoughts and feelings are manageable and when they could be signs or symptoms of depression. Registration is requested.
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Nov 26
Each year, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention supports hundreds of large and small Survivor Day events around the world, in which suicide loss survivors come together to find connection, understanding and hope through their shared experience. Join them at the Columbia, MD event on Saturday, November 23rd from 1:00-4:00 PM. The event features an AFSP-produced documentary that offers a message of growth, resilience and connection.