Stars, Stripes & Snowflakes Holiday Party – Dec 3
BlueStarFamilies will be hosting a holiday party for wounded warriors, servicemembers (E6 and below) and their families on December 6 from 1 - 3 pm at the Spates Community Center on Fort Myer. Stars, Stripes, and Snowflakes is a special time for us to recognize and celebrate our military families with a special visit with Santa, activities for the whole family, giveaways for the adults, and gifts for the children.
Blue Star Families Releases Results of 2017 Military Family Lifestyle Survey
The largest of its kind, Blue Star Families’ annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey is one of the most important resources for understanding the current state of the military community.
Military & Veteran Caregiver Wellness Workshop – Nov 17
Hope for the Warriors will be hosting a Military & Veteran Caregiver Wellness Workshop on Friday, November 17 from 9 am - 3:30 pm in Lorton, VA. Workshop is open to military caregivers of post 9/11 service members and veterans.
Warrior Herd Family Workshop – Nov 18
Project Horse Empowerment Center in Purcellville, VA will be hosting a Warrior Herd Family Workshop on Saturday, November 18. Warrior Herd™ is comprised of 12 monthly wellness groups to support and enhance the interpersonal relationships between veterans and members of their families. Applications have now opened for Warrior Herd™. Applications due by November 13th.
Everything You Need to Know – Bridging the Gap to Veterans and their Services
Join subject matter experts and explore topics you and your family will need to know to make the transition from military to civilian life. Friday, October 20th from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Anne Arundle County Career Center. Registration is required.
VAU Accessible Cabin Retreat – Oct 26-29
Join Veterans & Athletes United for an all-inclusive relaxing long weekend at our accessible 7-bedroom cabin retreat Oct 26-29 in Boone, NC. Open to Active duty or Veteran families, couples, and individuals. Eligibility criteria 70% or greater disability rating. Limited availability first come first serve.
Blue Star Caregivers Community Family Event
Join fellow Caregivers and their families on an exclusive tour of the exterior of the Washington National Cathedral. Saturday, October 21st from 2:30-4:30pm. Registration is required.
Loudoun Salute to Military, Veterans and their families – Oct 28
The Loudoun Salute to Military, Veterans and their families will be held on Saturday, October 28 from 10:30 - 4 pm with special entertainment from 12 - 1 pm at Stone Bridge High School in Ashburn, VA.
Warrior Herd – Couples Workshop – Oct 15
Project Horse Empowerment Center in Purcellville, VA will be hosting a Warrior Herd Couples Workshop on Saturday, October 15 from 1 - 3 pm. Warrior Herd™ is comprised of 12 monthly wellness groups to support and enhance the interpersonal relationships between veterans and members of their families. Applications have now opened for Warrior Herd™. Applications due by October 10th.
Fall Fest – Oct 21
USO Fort Belvoir will be hosting Fall Fest on Saturday, October 21st from 2PM - 5PM at USO Warrior and Family Center - Ft. Belvoir (5940 9th Street). Open to: Active Duty & Military Dependents. NO Registration Required! Info Booths from Local Vendors, Face Painting, Moon Bounce, Pumpkin Patch & Decoration Station, Costumed Photo Booth, Giveaways, Mad Scientist Lab, Cookie Decorating, Music and much more!