Blue Star Families – Caregivers Event – Feb 3
Blue Star Families will be hosting an event for service member and veteran caregivers on Friday, February 3 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Soldier & Family Assistance Center on Fort Belvoir. The event will allow fellow caregivers to learn the benefits of essential oils. Lunch, chocolate fondue found, and personalized oils will be provided.
Military Family Movie Night at the J – Jan 28
Project Welcome Home is having a Military Family Movie Night & Dinner on Saturday, Jan 28 at 6:30 pm at the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia. They will be watching the “Sandlot” – a great family movie – and enjoy baseball food – hot dogs, pretzels, peanuts, and popcorn. Fee: $5 per person; $20 max per family.
Boots to Business Reboot – Feb 24
Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC), an SBA sponsored program of Community Business Partnership in Springfield, VA, will be conducting a Boots to Business Reboot program on Friday, February 24 from 9 am - 4 pm at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C. This is a great two-step entrepreneurship training program for veterans and their spouses.
Veteran Networking Breakfast – Jan 24
Objective Rally Point will be holding it's next monthly Veteran Networking Breakfast on Tuesday, January 24 from 7:15 am - 9 am at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, VA. Cost is $35 and includes a full breakfast.
Treating Pain in Patients with PTSD
Register for this free webinar from the VA, Wednesday 1/18 from 2-3pm ET. The prevalence of PTSD is elevated in those suffering from chronic pain, and this is even more true among the Veteran population. This presentation will provide foundational knowledge about these diagnoses and how they can be addressed by clinicians using evidence-based treatment approaches. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Salute to the Armed Forces Luncheon – Jan 24
Salute to the Armed Forces Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, January 24 from 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at the Clubs at Quantico & Crossroads Event Center, Marine Corps Base Quantico. Member Rate: $45.00 Non-Member Rate: $60.00.
Montgomery County Veterans Collaborative Meeting Jan 18th
Please join us for the next meeting of the Montgomery County Veterans Collaborative on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 from 2-4pm. The focus of of the collaborative meeting is to bring together community partners to share resources, events, and information relevant to military, veterans and their families. No registration required.
‘Thank You For Your Service’ Screening Jan 24
A screening of the documentary film, Thank You For Your Service, hosted by Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 227, will be at the Angelika Film Center on Tuesday, January 24 at 7:30pm. Dealing with the mental health issues confronting many returning veterans, this is described as one of the best films of the year.
Free Civil Legal Advice at Pro Bono Day January 10th
Maryland Veterans: Discuss your civil legal problems including Maryland Law one on one with volunteer attorneys a this FREE legal clinic. Tuesday, January 10 from 4:00-8:00pm at Frederick Community College Student Center.
Hiring our Heroes Military, Veteran and Spouse Hiring Fair January 6th
HIRING OUR HEROES EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP This Hiring Our Heroes employment workshop is led by HR and workforce professionals and covers a variety of topics including resume building, networking, and interview tips, taking into account the job seeker's military background and lifestyle. Hiring Our Heroes digital tools are also integrated into the workshop curriculum. Immediately following the workshop, volunteer career coaches will help you develop an elevator pitch, participate in a mock interview, and create a more effective resume. Registration is required.