Hickory, THIS FRIDAY.  Foothills Veteran Stand Down, Catawba Valley Community College, Hickory, NC.  Friday, April 21, 9.00 am – 2:00 pm.  Medical Services, Dental Care, Eye Care, Education Assistance, Employment Counseling and more.   Information:  John Helton – 828 217-4282   www.foothillsstanddown.com

Lexington, NC, THIS SATURDAY Carolina Veterans Reunion, April 22, noon – 6:00 pm.  Lexington, NC, at the Bull City Entertainment District, 599 S. Railroad St. Hosted by “Big Bikes For Vets”.  Featuring Rockie Lynne, with Dani Kerr.  www.bigbikes4vets.com  Bull City Cider Works and The Goose and the Monkey Brewhouse.

Kannapolis, NC: Thursday, April 27.  Monthly Veteran Coffee event hosted by Stewart Haas Racing.  Thursday, April 27 @ 9:00 am.  These Veteran Coffee events will be on the 4th Thursday of each month, 9:00 – 11:00 am.  Join Veterans and Veteran supporters for Coffee, Donuts, Conversation and information about benefits you earned while serving our country.  There will also be updates on activities for Veterans and their family members.

Stewart Haas Racing       Thursday, April 27, beginning at 9:00 am

Stewart Haas Racing       Thursday, May 25

Hendrick Motorsports      Thursday, June 22

Stewart Haas Racing       Thursday, July 27

Stewart Haas Racing       Thursday, August 24

Hendrick Motorsports      Thursday, September 28

Stewart Haas Racing       Thursday, October19

Cary, NC. Tuesday morning:  May 16. Cary NC:  Veterans Coffee, beginning at 8:30 am – 10:00 am.  BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse, 5707 Dillard Dr.  These Veteran Coffee events will be held on the 3rd Tuesday of every other month, May 16, July 19 & September 19. Starbucks Coffee, donuts and/or pastries will be provided. Join us for Camaraderie, Resource information and a little fun.  You do not have to register.  If you know of an organization that would like to help sponsor this event, please have them contact me:  dtimmons@veteransbridgehome.org

Greensboro, NC:  Thursday morning, May 18, Veterans Coffee, beginning Thursday, May 16. 

8:30 am – 10:00 am.  Golden Corral, 4404 Landview Dr.  These Veteran Coffees will be held on the 3rd Thursday of every other month.  May 18, July 20, September 21 & November 16. Thanks to the Golden Corral and Health Team Advantage, the Breakfast Buffet and a beverage will be free to our attendees.  Sponsored by the Guilford County registrar’s office and Guilford County Veterans Services.

Fayetteville NC:  Veterans Coffee beginning Tuesday, June 13, 2023, 9:00 am – 10:30 am, Gaston Brewing Tap Room (A Veteran owned business), 421 Chicago Dr.  These Veteran Coffee events will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of every other month.  June 13, August 8, October 10 & December 12.  Coffee, donuts and/or pastries will be provided.  If you know of an organization that would like to help sponsor this event, please have them contact me:  dtimmons@veteransbridgehome.org

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  • Southern Pines, NC:  A Military, Veteran & Family leisurely walk and socialization event, Saturday, April 8. Meet at Weymouth Center parking lot, 555 E Connecticut Ave.at 11:00 am.  A monthly hiking meet-up at Weymouth Woods the 2nd Saturday of each month. Strollers and dogs are welcome to this unique event.  Meet at Weymouth Center parking lot, 555 E Connecticut Ave.at 11:00 am.  Canceled in case of rain.  Information:  rreyna@veteransbridgehome.org

 

  • Burlington,NC: Cedarock Park, Friday, April 28, Meet at 10:30 , Step off at 11:00 am.

A Veteran’s Hike.  NC Veterans, hike with us at Cedar Rock Park in Burlington, NC. Network with other veterans and local employers who support our veteran community. We will bring a couple of our available Canine Battle Buddies to meet in person. Co-hosted by our friends at “Veterans Bridge Home” and “Charlie Mike”. Meet at Oble’s Shelter.  We hope to see you there!   Information:  lhapper@veteransbridgehome.org

 

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Women Veterans, visit “Center For Women Veterans (CWV) - Veterans Affairs”. 

https://www.va.gov/womenvet    You can find information relevant to you and can register for the (CWV) newsletter. Please share this information and website link.              https://www.va.gov/womenvet

 

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  • High Point, Saturday, May 13, Stock & Grain, 275 N.Elm St. 2:00 PM– 4:00 PM.  Military Appreciation and Jeep Rally. Live Music, Bounce House, Military Ceremony, Military Vehicles, Blessing Water Park, Presented by The Heroes Center and The City of High Point.

Information:  Patrick Davis patrick.davis@heroescenter.org

  • High Point, Thursday, May 25, High Point Theatre, doors open at 6:00 pm.  Lets welcome Erinn, Dan and the “Letters From Home” team back to beautiful North Carolina from their 50 state tour.  They will be performing the very special Patriotic show they have shared with Veterans and supporters across the United States.  Let’s fill the High Point Theatre and enjoy the evening of music, dancing and fun.  Tickets can be purchased at:  www.etix.com              information:  www.lettersfromhomesingers.com

  • Mooresville, Memorial Day, Monday, May 29 beginning at 9:00 AM at Richards Coffee Shop, 165 N. Main St. Memorial Ruck Remember & Honor 5K Ruck March.  A fundraising event supporting Folds of Honor scholarships and local Veterans and their families.  Information:  www.mooresvillelknexchange.org 

  • Kernersville, NC. Field of Honor: Saturday, June 3, beginning at 11:00 am.  American Heroes for North Carolina and Veterans Bridge Home, jointly, will host a Veterans Appreciation Day on Saturday, June 3, at the Carolina Field of Honor, beginning at 11:00 a.m., with a ceremony at 12:00 noon. Bring your families and friends to celebrate and to honor our Veterans! We will have live musical entertainment by Penny Candy, food trucks, and lots of activities for families and children. In addition, Veterans' organizations and Veterans service organizations will provide information about services and benefits available for veterans and their families. Join us!  No need to register.

  • Granite Quarry.  Every Tuesday morning, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Christiana Lutheran Church, 6190 US-52, Granite Quarry, NC 28146.  Veterans Social and Lunch. There will be speakers and resource information. No need to register.  Lunch $7.00 donation.  Information - troyhorton29@gmail.com

  • Winston-Salem, VETERANS CUP hosts a weekly VETERANS coffee on the first, third, fourth and fifth Wednesday of each month; from 8:30 am until 10:30 am. The venue for the VETERANS CUP coffee is located at the AMERICAN LEGION POST 55 in Winston Salem; 111 Miller Street.  The coffee is open to all VETERANS, spouses, Surviving Spouses and Veteran Supporters

  • Clemmons, Gulf War Era Veterans, Veterans Coffee.  The 2nd Saturday of each month, beginning at 10:00 am. The Union Hill Baptist Church, 8495 Lasater Rd., Clemmons.  Next Meeting, May 13. Veterans from all eras and family members are welcome to attend and learn valuable information about relevant resources available to them.

  • Mocksville, Veterans Coffee.  Beginning on May 4 and continuing on the 1st Thursday of each month.  8:30 – 9:30 am.  At the Davie County Senior Center, 278 Meroney St. Mocksville, NC.  Coffee and a light breakfast will be served.  Information: 336 753-6230

  • Walnut Cove,NC. Coffee For Veterans, Every Thursday morning, 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Walnut Cove Public Library.  106 W. 5th St.  Information, 336 406-0713

  • King, NC, 2nd Cup Veterans Breakfast, Every Friday morning beginning at 9:00 am. Hosted by the King Senior Center, 107 White Rd. (lower level) King NC.  Veterans, their family members and partners are welcome.  Information:  336 983-0751

  • Concord, NC: A Vet Together, Every Tuesday morning, 8:30 – 11:00 am, American Legion Post 51, 165 Wilshire Av. SW.  Free Coffee and Conversation.  Sponsored by: Cabarrus Veterans Coalition

  • Burlington, NC:  “Vet Connect”, free lunch, 10am, 1st Wednesday of every month at the Golden Corral in Burlington, 3108 Garden Rd, Burlington, NC 27215

  • Wake Forest, NC:  Veteran outreach events, the 2nd Monday of each month 8:30 to 10am and the 4th Thursday of each month at 6:30 to 8:00pm. The American Legion Post 8466, 225 E Holding Ave.  Calling all Veterans and /or significant others.  Enjoy sharing time with Veteran brothers and Sisters and gather information about services you earned while serving our country.

 

  • Statesville, Veterans Coffee, the 3rd Tuesday of each month, 9:00 am.  American Legion Post 65, 2446 Salisbury Hwy, Statesville, NC 28677, 704 872-5098

 

  • Mooresville, Richards Coffee Shop and Military Museum.  Monday – Saturday, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm.  Free coffee for Veterans on Thursday.  Music JAM every Saturday (pickin’, singin’ & grinnin’).  165 N. Main St. Mooresville.  704 663-0488

 

  • Mooresville, Stand Together Vet to Vet.  Every Monday, 10:00 – 11:00 am.  Offered by Soul to Sole Connection on their private ranch.  Horses stand with you and you connect to fellow Veterans.  More information:  704 237-0644  www.s2sconnection.org

 

  • Welcome, NC, Trellis Supportive Care Veterans Coffee, Wednesday, May 10, Begins at 9:00 am at Richard Childress Racing. 425 Industrial Dr building # 468, Welcome, NC 27295   jgordon@trellissupport.org

  • SAVE THE DATE:  Salisbury, Wednesday, August 19, the old JCPenny store at West End Plaza.  Doors open at 10:30.  A special recognition lunch event to recognize our Sandbox Warriors, regardless of Conflict deployment.  Music by the US Army Band, raffle, Veteran resource organizations and more.  STAY TUNED!

 

  • Winston-Salem, Cycling Heals Vets Connect.  The 2nd Tuesday of each month, 9:00 – 11:30 am (Rain or Shine) 815 Salem Lake Rd, Winston-Salem, NC  27107.  Veterans are invited to participate in activities:  Cycling (bicycles and helmets provided), Jogging, Walking, Fishing and Fellowship.  Refreshments provided.  mailbox@operationnorthstate.com              Vets Connect:  336 764-5967

 

  • The Joel Fund Virtual Veterans Coffee And other Programs. The 4th Wednesday of each month. TJF havs programs Veterans can participate in, both virtually and in-person.  Visit www.thejoelfund.org  website for more information or to register. 

Phone:  919 247 9333  See information about the Operation Summer Art program below.  Summer 2023 Session schedule with you. The Session dates are May 15th - July 14th (July 17th and July 24th make up weeks). We're starting the Summer Session with two 6-week-long virtual creative writing classes. Stay tuned for more workshops and art opportunities throughout the summer! We will have in-person classes start up again in Fall Session 1 from August 7th - September 29th (September 18th and 25th make up weeks). Please visit the Operation ART page to see the Summer Session schedule here: https://www.thejoelfund.org/operationart/ or click on a class title below to be sent to the registration page. 

 

  • Lexington, NC. Veterans 4 Life – Piedmont.  Veterans support information  www.v4l-piedmont.org   Founder Dennis Cave   commander@v4l.org   The meeting is at the Davidson County Rescue Squad, 115 W 9th Ave, Lexington, NC

 

  • Center for Women Veterans:  US Department of Veterans Affairs. 

Link to view and subscribe to receive updates:  VA Center for Women Veterans  

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs CWV - News Update (govdelivery.com)

 

Hire Vets Medallion Award Program

Employers, increase your competitive hiring advantage and receive Federal recognition as a

Veteran Employment Leader. www.hirevets.gov

Honor, Invest, Recruit, Employ

The window for applications closes April 30th.   More Information:

Brian Mobley  brian.mobley@commerce.nc.gov 

Disabled Veterans Outreach Program

 

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Veteran Crisis line:  988  Press 1

 

US Department of Veterans Affairs:  Women Veterans Call Center – 855 829-6636

Don Timmons

Community Engagement Manager

Triad, Triangle & Sandhills Regions

Direct:  336 403-1964

dtimmons@veteransbridgehome.org

www.veteransbridgehome.org