The Workhouse Military in the Arts Initiative invites all children of active duty or retired service members, veterans and reservists (ages 5+) to submit a single artwork. The exhibition features work representing military children, affectionately knows as "military brats," a badge of honor that describes life in a military family- multiple moves, new beginnings, stressors, deployments - an overall culturally unique experience differing from civilian life as expressed through original artwork. Images must be digitally sent for review and inclusion by March 22, 2019.
Join the USO as they host a small gathering for military spouses to connect with each other while enjoying a cup of coffee. This is a great way to network, share advice, discuss local events and meet new friends. Coffee Chats are held from 10:00-11:00 am at the USO. Wednesday, March 20th Fort Meade USO Center and Thursday, March 28th at the USO Warrior and Family Center, Fort Belvoir, Open to all active duty spouses. Registration is required.
Friday, March 29th at the Army Navy Country Club from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Employer Panel Discussion at 8AM. Meet face-to-face with dozens of employers - small businesses, large businesses and government agencies. Visit the Corporate Gray website for a list of participating employers. This event is designed especially for transitioning and former military and family members seeking employment. Pre-registration recommended.
Join The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" for a special musical tribute to our post 9/11 Soldiers. We Stand Ready, will feature music that captures the determination, patriotism, and esprit de corps found in today’s Army.
Stop the Bleed is a national awareness campaign and call-to-action to encourage bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. The Montgomery County Office of Emergency and Homeland Security is offering a Stop The Bleed training at The Steven A. Cohen Military and Family Clinic at Easterseals in Silver Spring on Thursday, March 14th from 3:00-4:00 PM. This is a free training. Registration is required.
Join ServingTogether Progam Manager, Alicia Downs along with several other distinguished presenters at the Oneness Mobility sponsored roundtable discussion about veterans and people living with disabilities. Friday, April 5th from 11:00am - 1:00pm in District Heights, MD. Learn about job search and employment, housing and property resources and more for veterans and people with disabilities. Registration is required.
In celebration of Women’s History Month and in honor of women who served in the Armed Forces to preserve America’s freedom, the Department of Virginia Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 48, the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) Jobs for Veteran State Grant (JVSG), and Health Information Technology Solutions, LLC (HITS), are hosting a Women Veterans’ Hiring, Health, and Education Event. Men are encouraged to attend!
Highlights from ServingTogether for the month of February! Check out what we've been up to and upcoming collaborative information.
Bourbiz is holding it's next Veteran/Military Spouse Resource Event at MGM National Harbor on April 18!
Virginia’s HIRE VETS NOW, a statewide initiative launched in the Spring of 2018, brings together transitioning service members, veterans and dedicated businesses to share in camaraderie, professional development and career networking. Monthly networking events, held on military installations, expand opportunities for veterans to gain access to career openings with Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employers and Chamber members prior to transitioning from the military.