WMAI provides free, weekly therapeutic and/or fine arts Open Studio opportunities that are exclusive to the military community for veterans to explore their creativity through structured and open-ended art experiences such as painting, sculpture and drawing. Open Studio sessions are intended to foster creativity and encourage experimentation in a safe, communal atmosphere of cultural exchange, conversation, and freedom of expression.
Join Easterseals Veteran Staffing Network for a Virtual Employment Workshop! This free event is open to transitioning military service members, veterans and spouses.
Obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential. Fast track your career goals, avoid debt, and earn competitive wages.
Join Hiring Our Heroes for an information session for prospective fellows. The Military Spouse Fellowship Program provides military spouses with professional training, networking, and hands-on experience in the civilian workforce. The professional development and direct connection to local employers offered through the 6-week program enable military spouses to quickly build their networks and gain localized work experience.
Join the program for an online discussion about tips on how to survive the holidays. In addition to examining caregiver burnout, this program will identify ways to create a safe environment for loved ones during the holidays. For the safety of our participants and the community, this program will be held on Zoom.
Pandemic got you down? This Fall Shakespeare class will lighten your spirits with the characters and clowns of classic theatre. Learn the art of the punch line, comedic rhythm, physical gags, and more funny business. Participants will use these techniques while presenting their own comic pieces each week.
TAPS Peer Mentors are the foundation of our mission. If you're 18 months beyond your loss and are ready to be a companion in another's grief journey, consider becoming a peer mentor. The virtual training is conducted through Zoom, a video conferencing tool where you will participate in a live discussion with TAPS staff and other survivors taking the training. This forum allows you to learn in the comfort of your own home and choose from multiple dates that suit your schedule. You need to have a reliable Internet connection, a webcam, and a microphone on your computer, and be comfortable using technology.
For adult learners interested in higher education, join Montgomery College via Zoom to learn more about the financial aid and ways to pay for college, to meet other adult learners, to connect with staff, and to receive career training and degree program information.
Are you interested in learning more about the federal employment process? Join the USO Transition team and Rudy Muriel, Human Resource Specialist/Recruiter for the Department of the Navy to learn the ropes! They will discuss the nuances of Federal hiring and learn strategies to write a stand-out Federal resume and develop your USAJobs profile. They will also talk about hiring preferences and ratings, how to read job announcements, and more!
Join the Steven A. Cohen Clinic at Easterseals for “Virtual” Toastmasters Meetings for the Military and Veteran Communities! Learn how to improve your communication skills and enjoy some much needed social interaction!