50+ Employment Expo MD and VA
Retool, Recharge and Reinvent at two 50+ Employment Expos being held by JCA this month. April 15 in North Bethesda and April 30th in Fairfax, VA. Recruiters from dozens of employers, including non-profits, government, healthcare, retails, technology and more will be on hand.
Corporate Gray Military-Friendly Job Fair
You are invited to attend the April 26 Corporate Gray Military-Friendly Job Fair at the Waterford in Springfield, Virginia and interview face-to-face with representatives from dozens of great companies, including Lockheed Martin, Booz Allen, Inter-Con Security Systems, U.S. Postal Service, Leidos, LMI, AAFES, Kearney & Company, Preferred Systems Solutions, Edward Jones, Assured Consulting Services, and many more. Job fair hours are 9 am to 12 noon, with an Employer Panel discussion for job seekers from 8 am to 9 am. The Waterford Reception Center is located at 6715 Commerce Street in Springfield, Virginia. Parking is free.
Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans Western Region Conference
Join Maryland's Commitment to Veterans on April 17th for their 2019 Western Region Conference at Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Flintstone, MD. This year’s Western Region Conference will cover several topics concerning veteran behavioral health from challenges of female veterans to Traumatic Brain Injury. CEU's are available. Registration is required.
Exploring Identity with Women Veterans
Join Hylton Performing Arts Center's Veterans and the Arts Initiative for a reception and exhibition of art produced during a four-part workshop series that explored Women Veteran identities through photography. Sunday, April 7th from 2:00-3:00pm, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Buchanan Partners Art Gallery, Science and Tech.
Blessing of the Badges Ceremony
Saturday, April 6th from 9:00-11:00 am at the American Legion Francis Scott Key Post 11 in Frederick MD. The Blessing of the Badges Ceremony honors first responders for their dedication to our community. First Responders' personnel are invited to have their badges blessed for safety and well-being.
Loudoun County Job Fair
Looking for Work? Attend the Loudoun County Job Fair being held on Tuesday, April 16th from 1:00 - 4:00 pm in Leesburg, VA. The goal of this job fair is to give employers and prospective employees throughout the region a chance to meet, discuss job opportunities and find employment. Job seekers are encouraged to attend and there is no cost in doing so.
Run as One in DC – April 13th
Run As One is a unique engagement opportunity where members of Team Red, White & Blue, Team Rubicon, and The Mission Continues, along with members of their community and veteran supporters come together for a day of solidarity to showcase how exercise, community, and inclusivity combine to combat mental health challenges. The local Run As One even will be held in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, April 13. Participants will begin gathering at 8:30 a.m. at the American Red Cross (1730 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20006) and head toward our starting point on the National Mall at 9 a.m. There will be 2 options to accommodate all interests, including a 3-mile run and a 2-mile ruck/walk. Registration is required.
Veterans Housing Summit
April 13, 2019 from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM. This event will feature information about the VA Home Loan Program, The Home Buying Process, Down Payment Assistance and more. Open exclusively to active military, veterans and their families. Hosted by the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals.
We Work Veterans in Residence Launch Party
WeWork and Bunker Labs are excited to launch the WeWork Veterans In Residence program Powered by Bunker Labs, which offers United States military veterans and spouses fully-sponsored workspaces to help entrepreneurs build and grow their businesses. To celebrate, Bunker Labs DC is hosting a launch party "Businesses in Blossom", with special guests to introduce the members of our latest Veterans in Residence tribe who will briefly share their entrepreneurial stories. Wednesday, April 3rd, 5:30-7:30 PM, We Work, Washington DC. Registration is required.
ASAP & Team RWB Comedy Show @ The Landing
The Armed Services Arts Partnership, in tandem with Team Red, White and Blue is hosting a comedy show featuring stand-up comedians from the veteran, service member, and military family community. Friday, April 5th at 7:30pm at The Landing in Alexandria, VA. Tickets on sale.