Welcome week events
= Blue Star Families Event
= Partner Event
9/11 Heroes Run 5k Race
Each year, 9/11 Heroes Run events take place on or around September 11th, uniting 60,000 runners, walkers, ruckers, and volunteers in 90 communities nationwide. Organized by local volunteer leaders, the events honor the first responders who gave their lives on September 11th, 2001, and the service members who stepped up to serve in the wars…
Little Critters: Nature Play
National Zoo , United StatesBlue Star families, welcome to Little Critters: Nature Play at the National Zoo! Come play with us as we explore animals and nature with free-choice activity stations, water play, and story times. Connect with other local families and caregivers during this program geared for young children (ages 0-8) and their caregivers.
Canoe Lake Michigan & Family Activity Day with Wilderness Inquiry’s Canoemo…
Waukegan Harbor 55 S Harbor Pl, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA, Waukegan, United StatesJoin Blue Star Families and Wilderness Inquiry for an afternoon of canoeing Lake Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 21st, which the first group will begin at 11 AM. This event is located at Waukegan Harbor but could change. Each Canoe is 24-feet long, can hold 10 people, and is guided by a Wilderness Inquiry Boat Captain. There…
Portrait Gallery Kids
National Portrait Museum 8th St NW & G St NW, Washington, United StatesChildren and families are invited to learn, play and create at the Portrait Gallery! Join educators on select Mondays as we explore portraiture and history. Portrait Gallery Kids incorporates looking at art, hands-on activities, music and movement. This program is a fun way to engage with art and each other. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/national-portrait-gallery-810710525
Salute to the Military Spouse (All Branches Welcome)
Delta Marriott Virginia Beach 2800 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, United StatesREGISTER HERE! Brunch & Thrive: Empowering Military Spouses in Hampton Roads Join the Navy League, the Retail Alliance and the Hampton Roads Workforce Council for a delightful brunch event designed exclusively for military spouses! What to expect: PART I (Day One)-Tuesday 24 September, 2024 Tricare 101: Demystify your healthcare options and ensure you're getting the…
START Book Program (Serving, Thriving and Reading Together) – Severn Librar…
Anne Arundel County - Severn Library Branch Severn Library, Severn, MD 21144, USA, Severn, United StatesYou're invited to participate in Blue Star Families' START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together)! This is a free and unique humanities-based and family-focused program that builds community among military and civilian families with children ages 5 to 13. You'll enjoy four storytelling, reading, and discussion sessions led by a storyteller and story lover, covering award-winning children’s…
Chicago White Sox vs. LA Angeles – Blue Star Welcome Week
Guaranteed Rate Field 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA, Chicago, United StatesYou're invited to join Blue Star Families and the Chicago White Sox for their game against the L.A. Angels on Wednesday, Sept. 25th, at 6:40 PM, at Guaranteed Rate Field. Blue Star Welcome Week is to honor and welcome military and veteran families (including Guard and Reserve) who have recently moved to our community,…