This website is a project of the NYC Veterans Alliance to connect our community of veterans, military members, and their families across the NYC Metro area with events, opportunities, organizations, and resources to improve their lives and empower them. Events and Bulletin Board posts are submitted and managed by various organizations across the NYC Metro area; please address questions or concerns directly to the point of contact listed for each post. This listing is for informational purposes and does not constitute endorsement.
We welcome your submissions at ourveterans@nycveteransalliance.org for posting here free of charge. If you are interested in sponsored content or program sponsorship, please email adrienne@nycveteransalliance.org for more information.
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Friday, June 21, 2019 at 08:00 AM
Freeport in Freeport, NYPFC Dwyer Vet2Vet Fishing Trip
PFC Dwyer and Vet2Vet Program present their annual Fishing Trip on June 21, 8am-12pm.
Outdoor recreational activities are often thought of as a great form of therapy, in part due to the interaction of the calming effects of nature and the sport related challenges of fishing. It is often recommended that utilizing a combination of types of therapies proves beneficial when working on maintaining a balanced state of mental health.
RSVP here.
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Friday, June 21, 2019 at 02:00 PM
Harlem Vet Center in New York, NYHarlem Vet Center Know Your Rights Session
The Harlem Vet Center offers a Know Your Rights session - Military Service and Housing in NYC on June 21, 2-4pm.
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Friday, June 21, 2019 at 03:00 PM
Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space Museum in New York, NYIntrepid Veterans Plus - LGBTQ+ Vets & Guests Welcome
In celebration of Pride and in honor of the diverse experiences and contributions of LGBTQ+ service members, the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum invites LGBTQ+ current and former service members and their guests for special guided experiences and refreshments ahead of the Intrepid Museum’s Free Friday, on June 21. Enjoy a free introduction to (or refresher on) the Museum and refreshments in the Great Hall. You may also explore the Museum on your own.
Register here.
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Friday, June 21, 2019 at 06:00 PM
H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge, NYKorean War Commemoration
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone, the Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency, and the Korean War Veterans Central Long Island Chapter host a Ceremony Commemorating the 69th Anniversary of the end of the Korean War on June 21, 6pm. Enjoy Korean BBQ and entertainment following the ceremony.
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Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 10:00 AM
Howard Playground in Brooklyn, NYMission Continues Revitalizing Howard Playground
The Mission Continues Brooklyn Platoon is heading out to Brownsville Brooklyn once again on June 22, 10am-2pm, for an impactful day of service to finish what they started last summer. This time, they will finish up revitalizing Howard Playground for children by completing the basketball court redesign that the youth council of Brooklyn Public Library created. Also, they will paint park benches and install new basketball nets. This project will be the final part of rebuilding Howard Playground.
RSVP here.
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Sunday, June 23, 2019 at 08:00 AM
Knights of Columbus in Clifton, NJ10th Annual Army Tank Pull Competition
The NJ Knights of Columbus host their 10th Annual 80,000 lbs Army Tank Pull Competition on June 23, 8am-4pm. Enjoy entertainment, food, and games, plus free parking. Funds raised go to military wounded and local veterans.
Register your team here.
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Monday, June 24, 2019 at 06:00 PM
Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space Museum in New York, NYIntrepid Veterans Plus - Film Screening
Veterans and their guests are specially invited to Intrepid's free screening of A Bond Unbroken on June 24, 6-9pm. This program is free and open to the public with advance registration.
A Bond Unbroken: After 45 years, the U.S. Navy SEALs finally rediscover their combat interpreter, fulfilling their creed to "leave no one behind." This reunion has been 40 years in the making. After decades of wondering what became of their combat interpreter, a group of U.S. Navy SEALs attempt to find Nguyen Hoang Minh who was left behind in the aftermath of the Vietnam War.
The film will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers, Navy SEALs featured in the film and advocates for wartime allies.
Register here.
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Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at 03:30 PM
Harlem Vet Center in New York, NYHarlem Vet Center VA Loan Process
The Harlem Vet Center presents a Buying Your Home seminar on June 25, 3:30-5:30pm. Learn everything there is to know about the VA Loan Process
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Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at 07:00 PM
Fred's in New York, NYPrimary Election Night 2019 with NYC Veterans Alliance!
Vote in the New York Primary on TUESDAY, JUNE 25th--then join us at Fred's for a fun evening of watching election night coverage, playing NY-election-themed bingo and trivia, meeting great people, and special prizes! This will be our third primary night watch party, hosted by our great friends at Fred's.
A $10 ticket gets you access to our private back room--plus hearty appetizers, one beverage ticket, a potentially winning bingo card, a shot at winning the best and toughest NY election trivia in the city--and the great feeling of supporting the NYC Veterans Alliance!
See you there!
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Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 09:00 AM
Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene HQ in Long Island City, NYMental Health First Aid Training for Veterans
The Veterans Mental Health Coalition of NYC offers a Mental Health First Aid Training for Veterans on June 26, 9am-5pm.
More than half of service members returning to civilian life in New York State have psychological injuries. Only one-third seek treatment because housing, employment, legal services, and other non-mental heath resources are at the top of their priority list. As a result, a majority of Veterans who are suffering from behavioral health disorders are seeing non-mental health providers.
The National Council for Behavioral Health has updated the training to include substance use. This new 8-hour training gives you the skills you need to make a difference. Join other non-mental health providers who recognize the important role they play as gatekeepers to mental health support for Veterans and their families.
Register here. Complete all sections.