USO-Metro Baby Sprinkle for military moms-to-be – June 16
USO-Metro will host a Baby Sprinkle for military moms-to-be on Saturday, June 16 from 10:30 am - 1 pm in Vienna, VA. This is a lottery drawing format and 30 expectant active duty military ladies and active duty spouses due within the next 6 months will be invited to join a day of fun and games, networking, and education from industry experts. Register by 9 am on June 7.
Pro Bono Veterans Legal and Benefits Clinic June 13th
Wednesday, June 13th from 10:00 am to 7:00 PM, Silver Spring, MD. Talk to an attorney or veteran service officer for free who can help you with your issues. Hosted by The Veterans Consortium and the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic. Appointments required.
Tandem Skydive Jump for Combat Veterans
On Saturday, June 7th Heroes on the River is partnering with Skydive Shenandoah to bring a group of combat veterans to participate in a tandem jump. There will be a BBQ following the skydiving session. Open to combat veterans. Registration is required.
VFW Post 1177 Veteran’s Ball
Come and celebrate comradeship with your significant other. Enjoy a night of dinner and dancing at the beautiful River Creek Club in Leesburg, VA. Friday, June 29th starting at 6:00 PM.
Meditation: It’s Not What You Think
Saturday, June 9th from 10:30am - 12:00pm at the Oakton Library in Oakton, VA. Learn about mindful meditation Neil Goodman, a Certified Meditation Instructor, and incorporate this powerful practice in your daily routine. No registration required.
Speed Networking Event for Military Spouses
Military Spouse Networking - Ft. Belvior. June 14th. Join the USO Warrior and Family Center, Fort Belvoir for a fun, fast paced speed networking session for military spouses in the Washington D.C. and local military community. June 14th from 9:00AM - You’ll have the opportunity to learn about USO Programs, discuss the art of networking, and network with other military spouses, hiring employers and community leaders. All spouses will walk away meeting new friends, contacts, and professionals and will also receive a Military Spouse Networking kit. Registration is required.
ServingTogether National Capital Region Network Launch – May 31
Join us as we celebrate the official launch of our powerful network of support for veterans, service members and their families. As part of this celebration, we will be honoring and recognizing those who have helped make this possible. Thursday, May 31. 4 - 7 pm. Women in Military Service for America Memorial in Arlington, VA.
Caregiver Roundtable – Hidden Heroes Voices
Join the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and the DC Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs on May 22nd in Washington DC to kick off Hidden Heroes Voices; a series of roundtables focused on creating real change for military and veteran caregivers and their families. Registration is required.
Hope and Healing – A spiritual open house for Veterans
Hope and Healing: A Spiritual Open House for Veterans will be held at Washington National Cathedral Sundays: May 27, and June 24, 1-4pm at The Center for Prayer and Pilgrimage and chapels on the lower level.
Family Retreat – June 8-10
Virginia Department of Veteran Services Virginia Veteran and Family Support will be holding a Mission: Healthy Families Family Retreat June 8-10 at Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center in Toano, VA. FREE event. Registration deadline: May 25.