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SUMMARY:2026 Honoring Women Veterans Conference
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nA FREE event for ALL women veterans!!! \n\nWe will have lots of veteran vendor information\, wonderful food\, some pampering (after all who deserves it more than women veterans) chances for prizes and a great time. Also\, opportunities to speak to other women who have walked the walk and can talk the talk! \nREGISTER NOW  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n 
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/2026-honoring-women-veterans-conference/
LOCATION:University of Southern Indiana\, 8600 University Boulevard Griffin Center\, Evansville\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Veterans Events,Women Veteran Events
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SUMMARY:NH ESGR/NH VFB "Breakfast with the Boss" Event
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nNH Business Networking\, USERRA Training\, and an Introduction to how ESGR and the NHVFB can support your Veteran Recruitment goals. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/nh-esgr-nh-vfb-breakfast-with-the-boss-event/
LOCATION:NH National Guard Heritage Room\, 1 Minuteman Way Bldg B\, Heritage Room\, Concord\, NH\, 03301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Training Workshops,Veterans Events,Veterans Resource Fair
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SUMMARY:Suns Out Guns Out 5.0 ☀️
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nVeterans + range day + camaraderie. Five years strong. Shoulder to shoulder. This one’s built different. Show up. Lock in. Let’s go. \n\n\n\n\nSuns Out Guns Out 5.0\nA Route Step Outdoors Experience \nSuns Out Guns Out 5.0 is more than a day at the range — it’s a community-driven outdoor experience built around connection\, camaraderie\, and showing up for one another. \nHosted by Route Step Outdoors\, a peer-led program under Nine-Line Veteran Services\, this annual event brings veterans and active-duty service members together for a safe\, structured\, and welcoming range day rooted in shared experience and mutual respect. \nThis is our 5th year hosting this event\, and it continues to grow because of the people who show up — not for performance\, but for community. \nEvent Buy-In\n$20 registration\nAll proceeds go directly back into Route Step Outdoors programming\, supporting peer-led hikes and outdoor connection opportunities throughout the year. \nRegistration Priority\nSpots are prioritized for veterans and active-duty service members.\nIf space allows\, remaining spots may open to spouses and supporters. \nFirearms & Equipment\nPlease do not bring personal firearms or ammunition.\nAll firearms and ammo will be provided to ensure safety and consistency. \nCamping\nOptional camping available the night of July 17th & 18th for those who want to make a full weekend of it. \nWhat to Expect\n• Safe\, structured range experience\n• Peer-led environment focused on connection — not competition\n• A judgment-free atmosphere\n• Time to slow down\, laugh\, and reconnect \nYou don’t need to be an expert.\nYou don’t need special gear.\nYou just need to show up. \nRoute Step Outdoors\, we believe healing happens in connection — whether that’s on a trail or on the range. \nOne step. One breath. One moment at a time. \nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/suns-out-guns-out-5-0-%e2%98%80%ef%b8%8f/
LOCATION:Holmes Harbor Rod & Gun Club\, 334 Brooks Hill Road\, Langley\, WA\, 98260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Military History
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UID:111771-1784368800-1784383200@news.veteranownedbusiness.com
SUMMARY:Glass Fusing: Panels & Plates for Veterans and Active-Duty Military Only!
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nGet ready to unleash your creativity and craft beautiful glass panels and plates in this hands-on workshop!\n\n\n\nJuly 18 & 19\, Saturday & Sunday \nTime: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. \nLocation: Education Studio \nClass Duration: 2 sessions\, 8 hours total \nClass Limit: 10 \nClass Fee: Free to veterans and active military! (Documentation is required) \nInstructor: Deb DiMarco \nPrerequisite: None \nRegistration Closing: July 11 \nIn this introductory course\, learn the fundamentals of creating kiln-formed fused glass! The class will cover the techniques required to make fused glass panels/plates. Learn hands-on as you are guided through each step of fusing glass: designing a panel/plate\, choosing glass\, cutting glass shapes\, and adding accessory glass. \nREGISTER NOW 
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/glass-fusing-panels-plates-for-veterans-and-active-duty-military-only/
LOCATION:Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center\, 1501 Glasstown Rd\, Millville\,\, NJ\, 08332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Entertainment
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CREATED:20260616T160133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T160133Z
UID:111839-1784368800-1784383200@news.veteranownedbusiness.com
SUMMARY:Glass Fusing: Panels & Plates for Veterans and Active-Duty Military Only!
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nGet ready to unleash your creativity and craft beautiful glass panels and plates in this hands-on workshop!\n\n\nJuly 18 & 19\, Saturday & Sunday \nTime: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. \nLocation: Education Studio \nClass Duration: 2 sessions\, 8 hours total \nClass Limit: 10 \nClass Fee: Free to veterans and active military! (Documentation is required) \nInstructor: Deb DiMarco \nPrerequisite: None \nRegistration Closing: July 11 \nIn this introductory course\, learn the fundamentals of creating kiln-formed fused glass! The class will cover the techniques required to make fused glass panels/plates. Learn hands-on as you are guided through each step of fusing glass: designing a panel/plate\, choosing glass\, cutting glass shapes\, and adding accessory glass. \nREGISTER NOW 
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/glass-fusing-panels-plates-for-veterans-and-active-duty-military-only-2/
LOCATION:Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center\, 1501 Glasstown Rd\, Millville\,\, NJ\, 08332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Entertainment,Training Workshops,Veterans Events
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SUMMARY:Armed Forces Division: Military Community Event – Riverside\,CA
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Armed Forces Division is bringing its Military Community Event to Riverside\, CA – This free event is designed to empower and connect!\n\n\n\nJoin us for an afternoon filled with resources\, education\, and networking opportunities tailored to the military community. Whether you’re still serving\, transitioning\, already retired\, or looking to proudly support this event offers practical insights and connections to help you thrive. \nREGISTER NOW  \nTake Advantage Of… \n✔️ Hearing from veteran-owned business leaders and experienced professionals \n✔️ Get real\, military-specific education and strategies \n✔️ Network with fellow service members\, families\, and community leaders \n✔️ Access resources you can use immediately \nTopics Include: \n\n🏠 VA Home Loans & Real Estate – Understand your VA benefits and build your path to homeownership\n💰 TSP & Retirement Planning – Learn how to maximize your Thrift Savings Plan and prepare for the future\n🛡️ Life Insurance Options (SGLI\, VGLI & More) – Protect your family with the right coverage\n📈 Wealth & Financial Strategies – Tools for budgeting\, saving\, and investing\n👩‍👩‍👦 Survivor Benefits & Estate Planning – Safeguard what you’ve earned for your loved ones\n💼 Business & Career Resources – Guidance on starting or scaling a business and navigating post-service opportunities!\n\n🎟️ General Admission is free\, but space is limited! \n👉 Click Register to secure your seat today and be part of this powerful community event. \n🫡Check Out Our Website: https://www.armedforcesdivision.com/ \n📱Follow Us on Instagram: @armedforcesgfi \n💻Follow Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/armed-forces-division/
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/armed-forces-division-military-community-event-riversideca/
LOCATION:American Legion Riverside Post 79\, 2979 Dexter Drive\, Riverside\, CA\, 92501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Veterans Events
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UID:112049-1784372400-1784401200@news.veteranownedbusiness.com
SUMMARY:9th Annual Jacked Up Big Show- Veterans Benefit Event
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nFull 10-acre park event to raise money for our VETERANS.\n\n\n9th Annual Jacked Up Big Show Benefitting -Veterans at Hillyards VFW Post 1474.\nSat. July 18th\, 2026\nAt Hillyard Skate Park (Harmon Park)\n6018 N. Regal\, Spokane WA.\n—————————————-\n⭐AMERICAN PRIDE FULL PARK EVENT FOR OUR VETERANS ⭐\n—————————————-\nThis event will provide vital support\, funding initiatives\nsuch as building repairs\, patriotic activities\, and advocacy for our\nlocal veterans. The park will be filled with POW\, MIA\, AMERICAN FLAGS\, Military vehicles and more.\n—————–\nFUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY\nSchedule:\n-Craft & Artisan Vendors\n-6 Live Music Bands\n-Food trucks\n-Military Vehicles & A Military Tank\n-150+ Vehicle Show (all vehicles w/an engine is welcome) $20 entry @door\n– 21 Vehicle Trophies\n– 60 Raffles\n– Bingo\n– Bubble play area\n——————–\nFull city event to raise money for Hillyards VFW Post 1474\,\nHelping the local Veterans.\n——————–\nCar show & Raffles: 11-4pm\,\nBingo: 11-4pm\nVendors: 11-5pm\,\nFood :11-6pm\,\nBeer Garden & Music: 12-7pm\nA full day of Music\, Cars\, Shopping and Entertainment to raise\nMoney for our local VETERANS. \nREGISTER NOW 
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/9th-annual-jacked-up-big-show-veterans-benefit-event/
LOCATION:6018 N Regal St\, 6018 N Regal St\, Spokane\, WA\, 99208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Annual,Entertainment,Veterans Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T222124Z
UID:112073-1784379600-1784390400@news.veteranownedbusiness.com
SUMMARY:Salute to Service Family Day Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin us for the Salute to Service Family Day Fundraiser – fun\, food\, and support for our heroes!\n\n\n\nJoin Us for the Salute to Service Family Day Fundraiser!\nGet ready for a fun-filled day with your loved ones at our in-person event! It’s all about celebrating community\, supporting a great cause\, and making awesome memories together. Bring the whole family and enjoy activities\, food\, and smiles all around. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect\, contribute\, and have a blast! \nAll donations are at will. All proceeds and donations will go towards the Veterans Retreat through Outside the Wire Veterans Foundation. \nREGISTER NOW 
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/salute-to-service-family-day-fundraiser/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 415 North Pine Street\, Pittsburgh\, KS\, 66762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Entertainment,Veterans Events,Veterans Resource Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T170000
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CREATED:20260630T220210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T220855Z
UID:112203-1784379600-1784394000@news.veteranownedbusiness.com
SUMMARY:Annual Military Appreciation Pig Roast
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating our Veterans! 3 Pigs! Live Music! Full Buffet! Meet some friends and make some new ones! Military no charge! \nIt’s that time of year! Our Annual Pig Roast is fast approaching. We raised almost $8\,000 at our last pig roast for Veterans in our community. Together\, we provided shoes\, clothing\, food\, personal comforts\, medical supplies\, heating assistance\, holiday meals\, and end-of-life care. They still need us folks! \nJoin us on July 18th from 1-5 for some live music by STONE CASTLE! Three pigs and some amazing raffles! 50/50 starts with $1\,000! Raffle items include a smoker\, A Mystery Raffle worth a gamble and so much more. Meet some friends\, make some new ones\, and help us take care of our Veterans. \nFor sponsorship opportunities\, please email me*****@***********on.org. \n**Please email me*****@***********on.org to purchase tickets if paying by VENMO or check. \nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/annual-military-appreciation-pig-roast-2/
LOCATION:Chelmsford Elks Lodge\, 300 Littleton Road\, Chelmsford\, ME\, 01824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Annual,Military Appreciation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T150000
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CREATED:20260629T222132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T222132Z
UID:112095-1784383200-1784386800@news.veteranownedbusiness.com
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Veterans Museum's Book Club Tour
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin us in person at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for a fun book club tour filled with stories and camaraderie!\n\n\n\nJoin the Wisconsin Veterans Museum’s Book Club Tour!\nThe Wisconsin Veterans Museum is starting a new book club for 2026. This bimonthly book club will meet on Saturdays\, and we will be discussing a selection of books focused on military history. For each meeting\, there will be a guided tour in the museum galleries with a museum staff member further explaining the context of the readings and showing members how “Wisconsin Was There.” \nJuly’s tour will feature The Coldest Winter by David Halberstam. For better enjoyment of this tour\, we recommend you get a copy to read before joining us. Buy a copy at the museum store or check it out at your local library. \nREGISTER NOW 
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/wisconsin-veterans-museums-book-club-tour/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 West Mifflin Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Entertainment,Veterans Events,Veterans Resource Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T223000
DTSTAMP:20260707T084632
CREATED:20260603T170135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T170135Z
UID:111597-1784397600-1784413800@news.veteranownedbusiness.com
SUMMARY:1st Annual Veterans First Responder Award Show
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin us July 18 for the 1st Annual Veterans & First Responders Award Show • Catered Black Tie Gala Hosted by the SYOTOS Foundation\n\n\n\nWelcome to the 1st Annual Veterans First Responder Award Show!\nJoin us for the 1st Annual Veterans and First Responders Award Show\, an evening dedicated to honoring the men and women who serve\, protect\, and strengthen our communities. \nHosted by the SYOTOS Foundation\, this special event will recognize outstanding individuals and organizations across Northwest Florida who have demonstrated exceptional service\, leadership\, and commitment to veterans and first responders. \nDuring the evening\, we will also pause for a special tribute to those lost during the Naval Air Station Pensacola tragedy and to the first responders\, service members\, and community members who answered the call that day and stood strong in the face of it. Their courage and sacrifice remain part of our shared story. \nGuests will enjoy a catered dinner and formal awards ceremony in a setting that brings together community leaders\, veterans\, first responders\, families\, and supporters for a night of recognition\, remembrance\, and gratitude. \nEvent Details \nDate: Saturday\, July 18 \nTime: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM \nLocation: University of West Florida – UWF Commons Conference Center\, Pensacola\, Florida \nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW  \nAttire: Black Tie / Formal Attire Suggested \nAwards to be Presented \nCommunity Service of the Year \nFor and Non-Profit of the Year Supporting Veterans and First Responders \nCivilian of the Year \nSpouse of the Year \nFirst Responder of the Year — Law Enforcement (Escambia & Santa Rosa Counties) \nFirst Responder of the Year — Firefighter (Escambia & Santa Rosa Counties) \nVeteran of the Year \nMaster of Ceremonies \nDr. Trei McMullen \nXuripha Barrow \nHosted by the SYOTOS Foundation. \nPresident: Dr. Trei McMullen\, U.S. Army Retired \nCEO: CSM Todd Sims\, FORSCOM\, U.S. Army Retired
URL:https://news.veteranownedbusiness.com/event/1st-annual-veterans-first-responder-award-show/
LOCATION:University of West Florida\, 11000 University Parkway\, Pensacola\, FL\, 32514\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annoucements,Entertainment,Veterans Events
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