The Poetry of Memory Workshop November 17th
How do we create meaning from memory? The best poetry is written about what we know, and this class will look at how to successfully craft poems out of specific memories. This workshop will take place at the Capitol Post office (625 N Washington St. Ste #425, Alexandria, VA 22314) from 10 AM - 2 PM on Saturday, November 17. There are a few spaces remaining for this workshop. The session is open to/free for all spouses of service members (active and reserve) and veterans. Applications required.
Military Appreciation Day at the Washington National Opera
November 25, 2018 is Military Appreciation Day at the Washington National Opera. The Washington National Opera would like to salute US active duty service members with complementary tickets and light refreshments. RSVP is required.
The S Word Screening October 25th
Join us on October 25th for a screening of The S Word, a ground breaking documentary that shatters the silence around suicide and reveals a movement of survivors from a cross-section of America fighting to change how we deal with our ultimate taboo. The screening will be held at the AFI Silver Theater and Cultural Center and doors open at 6pm. Advance reservation required.
Did you know? FREE Tickets to Events through Vet Tix!
Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) is a national nonprofit that supports the military community of all branches of currently serving military including the Guard and Reserve, veterans of all eras, families of those killed in action and caregivers of VetTixers. Vet Tix provides free event tickets with a nominal delivery fee to attend sporting events, concerts, performing arts and family activities.
Service to Stage: A Storytelling Event – Sept 11
Service can be an extraordinary, transformative experience. It can heal, inspire, challenge, and it makes for great stories. Whether it be a Peace Corps experience, a combat deployment, or a […]
Hero’s Welcome
1st Stage Tysons will be opening their Fall season with the performance of Hero's Welcome beginning September 6 through October 7. Also featured before and after the performance are community conversations that can be attended free of charge.
Veteran & Service Member Art Exhibit & Reading @ Glen Echo Park – Aug 24
Veteran and Service Member Art Exhibit & Reading at Glen Echo Park on Friday, August 24 and 7-9 pm. FREE and open to all.
ASAP Comedy Show @ Fair Winds Brewing Co. – Aug 26
ASAP is partnering with Fair Winds Brewing Company to host a comedy show featuring performers from the Veteran/military community. Sunday, August 26 from 7:30-9:30 pm at Fair Winds Brewing Co. in Lorton, VA. Tickets: $10.
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.
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.