Affordable Family Fun and Fundraiser for Horses Help Heroes in Prince George’s County
Horses Help Heroes and Great Escape Stables will be holding an affordable family fun event and fundraiser on Saturday, December 29, 2018, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 17620 Central Avenue in Bowie, MD. You and your family are invited to enjoy pony rides, arts and crafts, grooming, and treats for the horses. The gracious hosts are requesting a modest donation of $10/child of non-military or veteran families and $5/child of military and veteran families.
The Veterans Experience Office and Cohen Veterans Network Host Virtual Networking Lunch & Learn
Cohen Veterans Network and Veterans Experience Office host virtual Lunch & Learn series December 14, 2018, from 1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST. Key note presentation from The Cohen Veterans Network, a not-for-profit philanthropic network of mental health clinics serving veterans and military families.
Southern Maryland Veterans Collaborative Convenes at Charlotte Hall
Charlotte Hall Veterans Home welcomed professionals from non-profits, local government, and businesses across Charles, St. Mary's, Prince George's, Calvert Counties and the District for 2018's final convening of the Southern Maryland Veterans Collaborative. The next meeting of the Southern Maryland Veterans Collaborative is 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. on February 7, 2019, at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home.
Winter Wonder Landing Zone – Dec 9
The Academy of United States Veterans would like all military families to join their Winter Wonder-Landing Zone on December 9, 2018 at SER Lounge in honor of The Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes. AUSV plans to honor America’s heroes in a wondrous holiday celebration during what can often be a difficult time of year for those serving our country abroad. The party includes Red Capet Santa Meet & Greet photos, Santas workshop, gingerbread decorating station, holiday dinner, ugly sweater competition, and much more!
Veterans Workshop Hosted by Congressman Anthony G. Brown
This workshop is designed to provide veterans with information and resources available at the federal, state and local level. We will have representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs on hand to share information about their programs and services. Monday, December 3rd from 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM at Prince George's Community College - Largo Student Center.
ABC’s of Small Business Ownership – Jan 17
Wondering how to start your own business after you transition from Active Duty service? Unsure what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Where do you find funding? In partnership with the Veterans Business Outreach Center, the USO is hosting a seminar on the ABC's of Small Business Ownership. These topics and others will be addressed. Thursday, January 17, 6:30-8:30 pm, USO Fort Belvoir.
Caregivers Empowering Caregivers: Meal Prep Solutions – Nov 29
Blue Star Families is hosting a Caregivers Empowering Caregivers Meal Prep Solutions event on Thursday, November 29 from 11 am - 1 pm as part of the Warrior Care Month Resource Fair at Army Community Service on Fort Belvoir. Come out for some tasting and demonstrations!
Veteran and Minority Business Expo – Dec 15
The Economic Development Committee of the Fairfax County Branch National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), hosts 1st Annual “Veteran and Black Owned Business Expo”. Sat, December 15, 2018 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at Thomas Jefferson High School 6560 Braddock Road Alexandria, Virginia 22312.
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.
Veterans Town Hall – Nov 12
Join Senator George Barker, Delegate Vivian Watts, Delegate Kathy Tran, American Legion Post 176, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7327, and the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce for a Veterans Town Hall on Monday, November 12th from 10AM-Noon. The event will take place at the American Legion Post 176, located at 6520 Amherst Ave. Springfield, VA 22150.