Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Wisconsin Veterans Network ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://wisvetsnet.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Wisconsin Veterans Network Podcast Interview with Ellenbecker Investment Group](https://wisvetsnet.org/wisconsin-veterans-network-podcast-interview-with-ellenbecker-investment-group/) - WISVETS Executive Director Featured on the MPC Podcast At Wisconsin Veterans Network (WISVETS), our mission is to ensure that every veteran and their family can find the support they deserve. In this episode of the MPC Podcast, our Executive Director, Quentin Hatfield, joins host Jill Economou to discuss the challenges veterans face in navigating available - [Home Repairs Help Wisconsin Veterans Stay Safe and Independent](https://wisvetsnet.org/home-repairs-help-wisconsin-veterans-stay-safe-and-independent/) - For many veterans, home is more than just a place to live—it represents stability, security, and the rewards of years of hard work and service. Unfortunately, as homes age, necessary repairs can become costly and difficult to manage, especially for veterans living on fixed incomes or facing accessibility challenges. Fortunately, veterans in the Fox Valley - [Spectrum 1 Showcases VetsNet](https://wisvetsnet.org/spectrum-1-showcases-vetsnet/) - We’re grateful to Spectrum News 1 Wisconsin for highlighting the work Wisconsin Veterans Network is doing to help veterans and their families navigate a system that can often feel overwhelming. - [Wisconsin Veterans Network Continues to Make an Impact Across Wisconsin](https://wisvetsnet.org/wisconsin-veterans-network-continues-to-make-an-impact-across-wisconsin/) - The Wisconsin Veterans Network (VetsNet) continues to be a critical resource for veterans and their families across the state, providing direct support, advocacy, and life-changing connections to services. The organization’s latest Impact Report highlights the growing need for veteran support services and the meaningful work being done to meet those challenges head-on. From emergency financial - [Free Equine Therapy for Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/free-equine-therapy-for-veterans/) - Cedarburg, WI — Hope’s Chariot is proud to introduce Hero’s Chariot, a veteran-focused equine therapy program offering a unique path toward healing, connection, and well-being. Healing Through Connection Hero’s Chariot is designed specifically for veterans navigating challenges such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, work-related stress, and life transitions. At the heart of the program - [Serving Those Who Served: Keeping Veterans, Families and Pets Together](https://wisvetsnet.org/serving-those-who-served-keeping-veterans-families-and-pets-together/) - For veterans, the transition to civilian life can come with unique challenges, including housing instability. During difficult times, pets often become more than companions — they are lifelines, providing emotional support, unconditional love, and a sense of purpose. Unfortunately, when housing is uncertain, the cost of pet care can make an already tough situation even - [Honoring a True Champion for Veterans: Craig Frohna and the One Act of Giving Foundation](https://wisvetsnet.org/honoring-a-true-champion-for-veterans-craig-frohna-and-the-one-act-of-giving-foundation/) - This week, we had the honor of recognizing an incredible partner in our mission to support veterans across Wisconsin—Craig Frohna, president of the One Act of Giving Foundation. Since March of 2019, Craig and the One Act of Giving Foundation have been steadfast allies of VetsNet and numerous other veteran service organizations throughout the state. - [2024 Community Impact Report](https://wisvetsnet.org/2024-community-impact-report/) - 2024 Community Impact Report: A Comprehensive Look at Our Year Serving Wisconsin Veterans We’re proud to share the 2024 Community Impact Report from the Wisconsin Veterans Network—a detailed and comprehensive look at this past year’s activities, accomplishments, and the lives touched through our work. This year’s report highlights the partnerships, programs, and community support that - [VetsNet Success Story: Helping A Single Mom Veteran with a Safer Vehicle for her family](https://wisvetsnet.org/vetsnet-success-story-helping-a-single-mom-veteran-with-a-safer-vehicle-for-her-family/) - This is Amy, a 7 year Army veteran, single mom with three boys. Through the National Auto Body Council we were able to provide her family a recovered, reconditioned vehicle to replace the 18 year old vehicle she had so her family would have safe transportation. - [Ode to VetsNet](https://wisvetsnet.org/ode-to-vetsnet/) - https://wisvetsnet.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Ode-to-Veterans-Video-.mp4 - [VetsNet Helps USAF Veteran with Move to a New Apartment](https://wisvetsnet.org/vetsnet-helps-usaf-veteran-with-move-to-a-new-apartment/) - I am an older woman veteran, and I recently made a lifestyle change and moved from Colorado to Wisconsin. Once I got here, I was told that the apartment which I was planning on moving into was not ready and I would have to wait an additional month before I could move in. I had - [Robert W. Baird and Co. volunteers give us a hand this spring!](https://wisvetsnet.org/robert-w-baird-and-co-volunteers-give-us-a-hand-this-spring/) - On May 14, 2018, a team of five volunteers from Baird came to give us a real boost as part of the annual BAIRD GIVES BACK program in which Baird gives their employees a day to volunteer to support nonprofit agencies of their choice. The team consisted of Ben G., Tamie, Alex, Julia and Ben - [Starting a new chapter: Navy veteran finds help through Wisconsin Veterans Network](https://wisvetsnet.org/starting-a-new-chapter-navy-veteran-finds-help-through-wisconsin-veterans-network/) - A veteran who is a single mom was in need of a simple necessity, but had no way to get it. That is when the Wisconsin Veterans Network (VetsNet) stepped in and helped out. Kristen Bauman recently retired from the Navy. She spent 22 years serving her country and loved every minute of it. - [VetsNet establishes a Women Veterans Support Group](https://wisvetsnet.org/vetsnet-established-a-women-veterans-support-group/) - The Wisconsin Veterans Network is starting a support group for women who have experienced sexual harassment and assault in the military. - [VetsNet helps a World War 2 Veteran keep cool.](https://wisvetsnet.org/vetsnet-helps-a-world-war-2-veteran-keep-cool/) - Fred served in the US Navy during World War II. He spent his days out on the ocean, in the Pacific Theater, witnessing history in the making. He was also present when the Japanese signed the treaty of surrender. Fred is a fascinating veteran and the stories he has shared with us were absolutely captivating. - [Homeless Veteran Lands a New Job!](https://wisvetsnet.org/homeless-veteran-lands-a-new-job/) - When this Veteran came to Wisconsin Veterans Network, he was homeless and unemployed. He wasn’t sure how he was going to make ends meet, as the only income he had, was through weekly blood donations for bus passes and food. - [Heritage Credit Union Donates A Grant!](https://wisvetsnet.org/heritage-credit-union-donates-a-grant/) - Many thanks to Heritage Credit Union and the Richard McGrath Endowment Fund! The Heritage Credit Union’s Richard McGrath Endowment Fund, selected VetsNet as the recipient of an award for service to veterans in crisis for 2018. The fund awarded VetsNet $250 to help meet the needs of veteran clients. According to the credit union’s website, - [A generous donation by GMR Marketing will help vets find work!](https://wisvetsnet.org/a-generous-donation-by-gmr-marketing-will-help-vets-find-work/) - The firm donated two laptops for veteran use! In April of this year, Elke Zysk, EVP for Strategy, and Anna Frazier, Culture Committee Lead, visited us to understand our mission and assess how they might be able to contribute to the cause. We discussed our newly remodeled Day Room, a multi-purpose room designed to be - [House of Harley Charity Ride benefits VetsNet!](https://wisvetsnet.org/house-of-harley-charity-ride-benefits-vetsnet/) - “Thank you, House of Harley! Patronize this dedicated supporter of VetsNet and Milwaukee’s veteran community” On August 29, House of Harley, Wisconsin’s largest Harley-Davidson dealer sponsored a Military/Veterans Appreciation Ride as part of the 115th anniversary celebration for Harley-Davidson. Net proceeds from that ride were designated for VetsNet. Shown here, making the check presentation are: - [Laureate Group gives VetsNet generous $10k grant!](https://wisvetsnet.org/laureate-group-gives-vetsnet-generous-10k-grant/) - Many thanks to our friends at Laureate Group who recently made a $10,000 grant to VetNet to support our operations! Many thanks to our friends at Laureate Group who recently made a $10,000 grant to VetNet to support our operations and provide critical assistance to veterans and veteran families in crisis. Laureate Group, a network - [Rotary Club of Mitchell Field makes a generous donation!](https://wisvetsnet.org/rotary-club-of-mitchell-field-makes-a-generous-donation/) - This year, RCMF granted a total of $6200 to nine different organizations, including VetsNet. The RCMF conducts various fundraising activities throughout the year so they can support all kinds of worthwhile human services and people-focused organizations, both locally and globally. In addition, the members are active as volunteers in all kinds of projects throughout the - [Homeless Veteran Female](https://wisvetsnet.org/homeless-veteran-female/) - Iraq War veteran living in her van. Rochelle: One story of hope! This woman and her partner, both Iraq war veterans who had been sleeping in their van, got help through the combined efforts of VetsNet and two of its partners, the Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative (MHVI) and the Women Veterans Initiative (WOVIN) , which got them food, clothing, and housing. ## Pages - [Home](https://wisvetsnet.org/) - Wisconsin Veterans Network bridges a major gap in the veterans benefit system: identifying and connecting at-risk veterans and veterans in need to the benefits - [About](https://wisvetsnet.org/about/) - Founded & Run By Veterans For Veterans The Wisconsin Veterans Network (VetsNet) is a nonprofit organization staffed by veterans and serve veterans. VetsNet bridges a major gap in the veterans benefit system: identifying and connecting at-risk veterans and veterans in need to the benefits and programs they earned through their service to our country. Contact - [Transitioning Service Members Services](https://wisvetsnet.org/transitioning-service-members-services/) - Let VetsNet Help You With Your Transition Into Civilian Life ONWARD OPSWe Help You Chart Your Future We want to help Transitioning Service Members and their families to successfully transition to civilian life. By working with a sponsor we hope to help in those trying first 12 months leaving the military and reintegrating into a - [Grants and Donors](https://wisvetsnet.org/grants-and-donors/) - Wisconsin Veterans Network is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization and relies on Grants and Donations to help Veterans and their families throughout Wisconsin - [Current Veterans Services](https://wisvetsnet.org/current-veterans-services/) - When help is needed to navigate through various agencies, VetsNet partners offer a total solution to the problems faced by our veteran clients and their families. Wisconsin Veterans Network is committed to empowering current veterans by providing the resources, guidance, and support they need to thrive in civilian life. Whether you’re seeking assistance with - [Donate](https://wisvetsnet.org/donate/) - Make A Donation To Wisconsin Veterans Network! Your donation — whether $500, $100, $5 or something in between — will be put to immediate and effective use to help veterans and families in need. Please give as generously as you can. Thank you for your support. VetsNet is a nonprofit organization, started and run by - [Contact](https://wisvetsnet.org/contact/) - We welcome inquiries from people or organizations who would like to know more about or programs or get involved. - [Board of Directors](https://wisvetsnet.org/board-of-directors/) - The Wisconsin Veterans Network is guided by a dedicated and passionate Board of Directors, composed of veterans and community leaders who share a common commitment to serving our military veterans. Together, they work tirelessly to ensure that the Network fulfills its mission of connecting veterans and their families with essential services, resources, and support. Nick - [Blog](https://wisvetsnet.org/blog/) - Read Wisconsin Veterans Network Success Stories - [Privacy Policy](https://wisvetsnet.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Last Updated On 10-Oct-2024 Effective Date 10-Oct-2024 This Privacy Policy describes the policies of Wisconsin Veterans Network, 6317 W. Greenfield Avenue, Wisconsin 53214, United States of America (the), email: director@wisvetsnet.org, phone: 414-257-3624 on the collection, use and disclosure of your information that we collect when you use our website ( https://wisvetsnet.org ). (the - [Community Events](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-events/) ## Teams - [Nick Gomez](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/nick-gomez/) - Nick Gomez is a founding partner for Aceris Wealth. Nick serves as a lead advisor and relationship manager to high-net-worth individuals, families and organizations, including closely-held and family-owned businesses. Nick closely works with clients to gain a complete understanding of their lifestyle, career, philanthropic and wealth planning goals. Once he has a holistic understanding of - [Jonathan Smies](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/jonathan-smies/) - Jonathan (Jon) Smies is a shareholder and attorney in the Green Bay office of Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. - [Zachary Liermann](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/zachary-liermann/) - Zac Liermann is a senior manager in the valuation and transaction support services group at Wipfli Advisory LLC. He specializes in business valuations, and his areas of emphasis include the valuation of early-stage companies and complex financial instruments, such as convertible securities, earnouts, options, warrants and other hard-to-value assets. Zac joined the organization in 2018 - [Penny Ripperger](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/penny-ripperger/) - Penny is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air National Guard and currently also serves as the Director of Wellness and Resilience and a Force Support Squadron Commander. She is a Veteran with more than 30 years of military experience. She is also a strategic communications executive with 20 years of experience leading internal and external communications for complex federal, - [Bob Monday](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/bob-monday/) - Graduate Marquette High and Marquette University Business School 1963 Served in 5063 US Army reserves from 1964-1971 Career: Created Leather Marketing Agency Monday-Ott-Doherty and Associates. Sold to employees in 2001 Created and taught "Introduction to Business" at Waukesha Memorial and Messmer High Schools. Each class started with E Mail from Fox Co Marines Sponsored Fox Co - [Carl Meredith](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/carl-meredith/) - I am a strategy-focused, executive leader of integrity with over thirty-three years of combined federal, public, private, and nonprofit leadership experience in education, government and non-profit institutions. - [Mervyn Byrd](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/mervyn-byrd/) - Mervyn Byrd is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and was a Signals Intelligence Analyst, serving from 1982 – 1987, achieving the rank of Sergeant. - [Quentin Hatfield](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/quentin-hatfield/) - A native of Kentucky, Quentin received his BA in Economics and MBA in Marketing from Morehead State University, KY. Served in the U.S. Army Vietnam, Bronze Star. - [Michal Ann Dawson](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/michal-ann-dawson/) - Michal Ann is retired as Deputy Commissioner of the Department of City Development for the city of Milwaukee. Her work experience includes: Special Assistant to Mayor John Norquist; Staff Assistant to the Commissioner of City Development; Staff to the Finance and Personnel Committee of the Common Council; Past Commissioner of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage Commission; - [Scott Van Klompenburg](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/scott-van-klompenburg/) - Scott works as an advisor for Baird Private Asset Management, and has over 10 years of legal, relationship management, and financial services experience. He earned his B.A. from the University of Iowa, his J.D. from the University of St. Thomas School of Law, and his MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Scott is a commissioned - [George Banda](https://wisvetsnet.org/team-members/george-banda/) - George is a U.S. Army veteran who served in Vietnam from 1969 - 1970 and was awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic in the 101st Airborne. His other military commendations include: The Purple Heart, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service ## Venues - [Veterans Center at 820 Main St.](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/veterans-center-at-820-main-st/) - [Downtown Wausau](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/downtown-wausau/) - [Old Falls Village Park](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/old-falls-village-park-2/) - [Evolve Church](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/evolve-church/) - [Fort McCoy](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/fort-mccoy/) - [Farm Progress Pavilion, Calumet County Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/farm-progress-pavilion-calumet-county-fair/) - [Old Falls Village Park,](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/old-falls-village-park/) - [Menomonee Falls Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/menomonee-falls-public-library-2/) - [Bonefish Grill](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/bonefish-grill/) - [MKE Community Sailing Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/mke-community-sailing-center/) - [American Camp Legion in Lake Tomahawk](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/american-camp-legion-in-lake-tomahawk/) - [Pewaukee Lake](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/pewaukee-lake/) - [932 E Pleasant Street, Milwaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/932-e-pleasant-street-milwaukee/) - [Milwaukee Police District 3.](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-police-district-3/) - [Countryside Golf Club](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/countryside-golf-club/) - [Cantigny Golf Course](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/cantigny-golf-course/) - [The Bunker](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/the-bunker/) - [Nippersink Forest Preserve](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/nippersink-forest-preserve/) - [eteran Acres Park in Crystal Lake](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/eteran-acres-park-in-crystal-lake/) - [VA Unity Chapel:](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/va-unity-chapel/) - [West Allis Farmers Market](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/west-allis-farmers-market/) - [Fabick Cat - Madison, WI Branch](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/fabick-cat-madison-wi-branch/) - [ThriveOn King](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/thriveon-king/) - [Waukesha County Business Alliance](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/waukesha-county-business-alliance/) - [Cedarburg Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/cedarburg-public-library-2/) - [North Winds Rescue and Healing](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/north-winds-rescue-and-healing/) - [Northcentral Technical College Health and Science Building, Rm. 1004](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/northcentral-technical-college-health-and-science-building-rm-1004/) - [Greenfield Community Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/greenfield-community-center/) - [Cedarburg American Legion Post](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/cedarburg-american-legion-post/) - [Healing Warrior Hearts](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/healing-warrior-hearts/) - [Germantown Community Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/germantown-community-library/) - [Milwaukee VA Pavillion](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-va-pavillion/) - [Heiser Chevrolet](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/heiser-chevrolet/) - [American Family Field](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/american-family-field/) - [Concordia 27, Milwaukee, WI](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/concordia-27-milwaukee-wi/) - [Grohmann Museum](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/grohmann-museum/) - [Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Wisconsin Dells](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/kalahari-resorts-conventions-wisconsin-dells/) - [Northcentral Technical College](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/northcentral-technical-college/) - [waukesha county airport conference room](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/waukesha-county-airport-conference-room/) - [W.J. Niederkorn Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/w-j-niederkorn-library/) - [Kosciuszko Elementary School](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/kosciuszko-elementary-school/) - [South Milwaukee Knights of Columbus](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/south-milwaukee-knights-of-columbus/) - [Movie Tavern Brookfield Square](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/movie-tavern-brookfield-square/) - [Underwood Elementary School](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/underwood-elementary-school/) - [Wilmot Ski Resort](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/wilmot-ski-resort/) - [Dukes Bar and Grill](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/dukes-bar-and-grill/) - [Marcus Performing Arts Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/marcus-performing-arts-center/) - [St Vincent De Paul- MKE](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/st-vincent-de-paul-mke/) - [King Center - MKE](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/king-center-mke/) - [Gee's Clippers](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/gees-clippers/) - [Dominican Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/dominican-center/) - [5000 W. Electric Ave., W Milwaukee, WI 53219](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/5000-w-electric-ave-w-milwaukee-wi-53219/) - [Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Comnunity Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-comnunity-center/) - [Brentwood Church of Christ](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/brentwood-church-of-christ/) - [Ingleside Hotel, Pewaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/ingleside-hotel-pewaukee/) - [Johnsonville Tailgate Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/johnsonville-tailgate-center/) - [Women's Club of Wisconsin](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/womens-club-of-wisconsin/) - [WWBIC Headquarters/Milwaukee Office](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/wwbic-headquarters-milwaukee-office/) - [Chick-fil-A Oak Creek](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/chick-fil-a-oak-creek/) - [Veterans Park](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/veterans-park/) - [Hartford Town Hall](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/hartford-town-hall/) - [Milwaukee County Veterans Service](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-county-veterans-service/) - [Sheraton - Milwaukee Brookfield](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/sheraton-milwaukee-brookfield/) - [Yoga at Veteran Sanctuary](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/yoga-at-veteran-sanctuary/) - [Ope! Brewing](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/ope-brewing/) - [Powers Lake, WI](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/powers-lake-wi/) - [225 W Capitol Dr](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/225-w-capitol-dr/) - [Wausau Elks Lodge](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/wausau-elks-lodge/) - [Miller Brew House](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/miller-brew-house/) - [Old Plank Trail Head from Plymouth to Kohler](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/old-plank-trail-head-from-plymouth-to-kohler/) - [Chelsea Conservation Club](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/chelsea-conservation-club/) - [Liberty Heights Park](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/liberty-heights-park/) - [Camp Minikani](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/camp-minikani/) - [Greenfield Salvation Army](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/greenfield-salvation-army/) - [Four Points Sheraton – Milwaukee Airport](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/four-points-sheraton-milwaukee-airport/) - [Salvation Army and Southwest Suburban Health Department](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/salvation-army-and-southwest-suburban-health-department/) - [War Memorial Center.](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/war-memorial-center/) - [Brookfield Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/brookfield-public-library/) - [Milwaukee County Zoo](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-county-zoo/) - [417 Union St](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/417-union-st/) - [Summerfest Grounds](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/summerfest-grounds/) - [Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/community-resource-and-referral-center-crrc/) - [Sentry House](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/sentry-house/) - [Holiday Inn – Eau Claire](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/holiday-inn-eau-claire/) - [Grafton American Legion Post](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/grafton-american-legion-post/) - [New Berlin Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/new-berlin-public-library/) - [The Hoeppner-Horn Bros Post 5716](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/the-hoeppner-horn-bros-post-5716/) - [The Oak Creek Health Department](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/the-oak-creek-health-department/) - [BEAMING Ranch](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/beaming-ranch/) - [Military Veterans Museum and Education Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/military-veterans-museum-and-education-center/) - [Vets & Friends Coffee House, Inc.](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/vets-friends-coffee-house-inc/) - [Salvation Army](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/salvation-army/) - [Milwaukee VA](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-va/) - [University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM)](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/university-of-wisconsin-milwaukee-uwm/) - [Columbia Co Health & Human Services](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/columbia-co-health-human-services/) - [Delafield American Legion](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/delafield-american-legion/) - [Moraine Park's Fond du Lac campus.](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/moraine-parks-fond-du-lac-campus/) - [Racine Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/racine-public-library/) - [Safe and Sound](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/safe-and-sound/) - [Menomonee Falls Public Library,](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/menomonee-falls-public-library/) - [Mission BBQ](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/mission-bbq/) - [War Memorial Hall at the War Memorial Center (WMC)](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/war-memorial-hall-at-the-war-memorial-center-wmc/) - [SC Johnson Golden Rondelle Theater](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/sc-johnson-golden-rondelle-theater/) - [Milwaukee VA Chaplain Services](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-va-chaplain-services/) - [Women Veterans Day: Cards for Homes](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/women-veterans-day-cards-for-homes/) - [Operation Horses Heal](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/operation-horses-heal/) - [Fox Valley Technical College](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/fox-valley-technical-college/) - [UW-Milwaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/uw-milwaukee/) - [Milwaukee County Veteran Services](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-county-veteran-services/) - [Cedarburg Public Library,](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/cedarburg-public-library/) - [Sherman Phoenix](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/sherman-phoenix/) - [Carroll University Veterans House](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/carroll-university-veterans-house/) - [Mukwonago Community Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/mukwonago-community-library/) - [Unity Lutheran](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/unity-lutheran/) - [Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran Suicide Prevention Taskforce](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/southeastern-wisconsin-veteran-suicide-prevention-taskforce/) - [Richards St. Armory at 4108 N. Richards Street.](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/richards-st-armory-at-4108-n-richards-street/) - [Waukesha Rally Point - Carroll University Veterans House](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/waukesha-rally-point-carroll-university-veterans-house/) - [R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/r-a-c-e-suicide-prevention-training/) - [Clara Healing Institute](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/clara-healing-institute/) - [Fisher House](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/fisher-house/) - [Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-homeless-veterans-initiative/) - [Staffing Partners](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/staffing-partners/) - [Waukesha County Technical College](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/waukesha-county-technical-college/) - [Military and Veterans Resource Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/military-and-veterans-resource-cente/) - [Racine Festival Park](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/racine-festival-park/) - [Kenosha County Human Services](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/kenosha-county-human-services/) - [Potawatomi Casino Hotel Milwaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/potawatomi-casino-hotel-milwaukee/) - [VFW Post 5716 in New Berlin.](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/vfw-post-5716-in-new-berlin/) - [Veterans Outreach Business Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/veterans-outreach-business-center/) - [Wehr Nature Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/wehr-nature-center/) - [Milwaukee County War Memorial Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/milwaukee-county-war-memorial-center/) - [Moraine Park Technical College](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/moraine-park-technical-college/) - [Festival Hall](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/festival-hall/) - [MKE Urban Stables](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/mke-urban-stables/) - [Madison Salvation Army](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/madison-salvation-army/) - [Midwest Veterans Closet](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/midwest-veterans-closet/) - [Central High School](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/central-high-school/) - [Thumb Knuckle Brewing Co.](https://wisvetsnet.org/venue/thumb-knuckle-brewing-co/) ## Organizers - [First Weber Foundation](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/first-weber-foundation/) - [Healing Warrior Hearts](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/healing-warrior-hearts/) - [Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran Suicide Prevention Taskforce,](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/southeastern-wisconsin-veteran-suicide-prevention-taskforce-2/) - [Patriot K9s of Wisconsin](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/patriot-k9s-of-wisconsin/) - [American Legion Post 262](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/american-legion-post-262/) - [Project WisHope](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/project-wishope/) - [Wake for Warriors](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/wake-for-warriors/) - [Vocational Rehab Services (VA Milwaukee) i](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/vocational-rehab-services-va-milwaukee-i/) - [Running Rebels](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/running-rebels/) - [R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/r-a-c-e-suicide-prevention/) - [Boots on the Ground](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/boots-on-the-ground/) - [Midwest Veterans Closet](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/midwest-veterans-closet/) - [MKE County Dept of Health & Human Services Behavioral Health Services](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/mke-county-dept-of-health-human-services-behavioral-health-services/) - [Heroes for Healthcare](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/heroes-for-healthcare/) - [War Memorial Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/war-memorial-center/) - [Community Resource and Referral Centers (CRRCs)](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/community-resource-and-referral-centers-crrcs/) - [Veterans Upward Bound (VUB)](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/veterans-upward-bound-vub/) - [American Legion Post #27](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/american-legion-post-27/) - [Boots to Business Reboot](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/boots-to-business-reboot/) - [UWM MAVRC](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/uwm-mavrc/) - [SE WI Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/se-wi-veteran-suicide-prevention-task-force/) - [Vet Cares](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/vet-cares/) - [UP THERE, LLC](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/up-there-llc/) - [l American Legion Wisconsin](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/l-american-legion-wisconsin/) - [DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair/) - [R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/r-a-c-e-suicide-prevention-training/) - [Division of Suicide Research and Healing](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/division-of-suicide-research-and-healing/) - [Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran Suicide Prevention Taskforce](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/southeastern-wisconsin-veteran-suicide-prevention-taskforce/) - [Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/milwaukee-homeless-veterans-initiative/) - [Staffing Partners](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/staffing-partners/) - [Military and Veterans Resource Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/military-and-veterans-resource-center-2/) - [Military and Veterans Resource Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/military-and-veterans-resource-center/) - [Rock & Brews](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/rock-brews/) - [Captain John D Mason Program](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/captain-john-d-mason-program/) - [American Legion-Department of Wisconsin](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/american-legion-department-of-wisconsin/) - [Midwes Veterans CLoset](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/midwes-veterans-closet/) - [Wehr Nature Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/wehr-nature-center/) - [SE Wisconsin Suicide Task Force](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/se-wisconsin-suicide-task-force/) - [Central High School](https://wisvetsnet.org/organizer/central-high-school/) ## Events - [CRRC Calendar for September 2026](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/crrc-calendar-for-september-2026/2026-09-08/) - NOTE: The CRRC will be closed on Monday September 7th and recognition of Labor Day. NOTE: The September Food Pantry at the CRRC is scheduled for Wednesday September 2nd, Tuesday September 8th, Wednesday September 16th, and Tuesday September 22nd ). NOTE: Every Tuesday veterans are able to receive services relating to housing from CVI through the - [Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/hartford-area-chamber-of-commerce-job-fair/) - Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce Job Fair, 9/17/26, 1 - 5 PM - Registration Open! https://business.hartfordareachamber.org/events/details/2026-5th-annual-job-fair-8348 Location: Hartford Town Hall 3360 Highway K Hartford WI 53027 Fees/Admission: Booth reservation: $150 Maximum of 27 business booths available, first-come-first-served. - [Annual POW/MIA Silent March](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/annual-pow-mia-silent-march/) - The Harvey Hansen American Legion Post 310 of Racine has the honor of hosting the Annual POW/MIA Silent March and Ceremonies on Sunday, Sept. 20th. You are all cordially invited to participate in the 5-block march from the Veterans Center at 820 Main St. to Memorial Hall. Otherwise, you can just join the ceremony at - [Car Show Benefiting VetsNet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/car-show-benefiting-vetsnet/) - 🚗✨ Calling all car enthusiasts and community supporters! Join us for an evening of cars, chicken, and community at Chick-fil-A Drexel Town Square! Charity Car Show benefiting VetsNet. Come show off your ride or hang out as a spectator to support a great cause. Date: Monday, September 21, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM - [Mental Health First Aid Training - Virtual](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mental-health-first-aid-training-virtual/2026-08-28/) - To register: https://www.healingwarriorhearts.org/mhfa-registration - [Operation Recon Nature](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-recon-nature-5/2026-08-28/) - [MVC Mobile Market](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mvc-mobile-market/) - [2026 Veteran and Community Resource Expo](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/2026-veteran-and-community-resource-expo/) - Center for Veterans Issues (CVI), the Fond du Lac County Veterans Office (CVSO), the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) and Moraine Park Technical College are proud to host their inaugural Veteran & Community Resource Expo on Thursday, October 22, 2026, and invite you to participate as a vendor. This expo will connect veterans and community - [Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/job-fair-4/) - September 17th from 11:00am- 3:00pm at the 400 Block, Downtown Wausau! There will be recruitment efforts, resource organizations, and so much more! - [Old Falls Renaissance Faire at Old Falls Village Park](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/old-falls-renaissance-faire-at-old-falls-village-park/) - Travel Back in Time to the second annual Old Falls Renaissance Faire at Old Falls Village Park Menomonee Falls, WI – September 2026 – Embark on a journey to the enchanting world of the Jacobean Era (1603-1625) at Old Falls Village Park's second annual Renaissance Faire, taking place on September 12th and 13th, 2026. Nestled - [Military Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/military-job-fair/) - Military Job Fair - this event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, Oct 1, 2026, in the War Memorial Hall at the War Memorial Center. - [6th Annual Suicide Research Symposium- Virtual Event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/6th-annual-suicide-research-symposium-virtual-event/) - 6th Annual Suicide Research Symposium - Mark your calendar for March 24-26, 2027, for the 6th Annual Suicide Research Symposium. This event is co-hosted with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and was developed to disseminate suicide research, a much-needed initiative for suicide prevention. Over 3000 people attended the 2026 event- help us make this - [Behind the Gun: Milwaukee Gun Owners Safety Summit at Evolve Church](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/behind-the-gun-milwaukee-gun-owners-safety-summit-at-evolve-church/) - [Job Fair on Fort McCoy](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/job-fair-on-fort-mccoy/) - On Friday, September 11, 2026 from 11-2pm, the 2-411 on Fort McCoy is hosting a boutique job fair. We have had tremendous interest; as of Friday, August 7th, our event is 60% full. The audience will include military-connected individuals in various stages of their job search. Spouses Part time service members (National Guard and Reserve) Full - [Workforce Solutions for Your Business event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/workforce-solutions-for-your-business-event/) - Workforce Solutions for Your Business event – a NO-COST, informative and networking event is for businesses, small businesses, and emerging entrepreneurs. - [Join Us for the Calumet County Fair Military Salute](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/join-us-for-the-calumet-county-fair-military-salute/) - 🇺🇸 Join Us for the Calumet County Fair Military Salute! 🇺🇸 Honor those who have served and celebrate community pride with us this Labor Day weekend! Date: Monday, September 7, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Farm Progress Pavilion, Calumet County Fair Special Speaker: Carl Holzschuh of Sherwood, WI — a Vietnam Veteran with a powerful - [Mental Health First Aid 8/8 in-person course](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mental-health-first-aid-8-8-in-person-course/) - We have one last in-person class scheduled for the WDVA grant - it is this Saturday, 8/8, at MKE Urban Stables. It is the last in-person class covered under the grant, so it's the last chance for FREE attendance for veterans and their immediate family members; $35 for civilians. MHFA training gives you 8.5 CEHs - [CRRC calendar for the month of August 2026](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/crrc-calendar-for-the-month-of-august-2026/2026-08-05/) - CRRC calendar for the month of August 2026. NOTE: The WDVA will be offering office hours for their VORP program at the CRRC every 1st and 3rd Monday from 0900 hrs. until 1200 hrs. The Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs (WDVA) designed the Veterans Outreach and Recovery Program (VORP) to connect veterans to community services and provide case management and - [Hiring Our Heroes Event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/hiring-our-heroes-event/) - Hiring Our Heroes is excited to share an opportunity for veterans interested in launching a career in datacenter operations through the Microsoft Datacenter Pathway Program-VETS (MDP-VETS). This free, paid training program is designed for veterans with recent experience in mechanical, maintenance, HVAC, or electrical fields who are looking to transition into a career with Microsoft's - [Veterans Upward Bound](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veterans-upward-bound/2026-08-11/) - Veterans Upward Bound - Upcoming Programming Hello everyone, we just added a new and very exciting opportunity to our offerings this summer! Please share with the veterans you serve. OSHA 10 Training Location: UW-Milwaukee Dates: Tuesday, August 11th from 5-8PM Saturday, August 15th from 9AM to 4PM Attendance for both dates is required to receive - [1960s Era and Vietnam War Living History Reenactment](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/1960s-era-and-vietnam-war-living-history-reenactment/2026-08-01/) - The 1960s Era and Vietnam War Living History Reenactment at Old Falls Village Park promises to be an unforgettable experience for history enthusiasts, veterans, and families alike. Join us as we honor the legacy of those who served and commemorate the enduring impact of the Vietnam War on our nation's history. Event Details: Dates: August 1-2, - [DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair at the Menomonee Falls Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair-at-the-menomonee-falls-public-library/) - DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair at the Menomonee Falls Public Library, from 12 PM – 3 PM on Thursday, July 23rd. - [Dine for a Cause and Support VetsNet!](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dine-for-a-cause-and-support-vetsnet/) - 🍽️ Dine for a Cause & Support Wisconsin Veterans! 🇺🇸 Join us for a VetsNet Wisconsin Veterans Network Give Back Night at Bonefish Grill in Brookfield! 📅 Thursday, August 6, 2026📍 Bonefish Grill18355 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield, WI Simply show this flyer when you dine, and 15% of your net sale will be donated to - [Everybody Sails Event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/everybody-sails-event/) - Everybody sails together event coming up! https://sailingcenter.org/ - [Women Veterans’ Health and Wellness Summit](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/women-veterans-health-and-wellness-summit/) - Check out the Women Veterans’ Health and Wellness Summit happening July 24th at the Milwaukee VA! Here is the link to the event: https://www.va.gov/milwaukee-health-care/events/88248/) - [HOPE Retreat Flyer for veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/hope-retreat-flyer-for-veterans/) - www.journeytothelight.org - [Summerfest Military and First Responder Appreciation Day](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/summerfest-military-and-first-responder-appreciation-day/) - Summerfest Music Festival is hosting a Military and First Responder Appreciation Day on June 27 from 12:00–6:00 p.m., where first responders, military, and veterans—plus up to four family members—receive free admission. - [Juneteenth Grocery Giveaway](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/juneteenth-grocery-giveaway/) - [Water Ski Event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/water-ski-event/) - https://ems.usawaterski.org/military-veteran-adaptive-day - [Free Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-classes-for-veterans/2026-06-09/) - MVSG is a support group for veterans of all backgrounds. They offer free Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for veterans. Location: 932 E Pleasant Street, Milwaukee Time: Tues/Thurs 5PM Questions? Text Quinn @ 724-640-3732 Learn self-defense Improve fitness Join this goofy group of veterans Build confidence - [Music in the Garden](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/music-in-the-garden/2026-06-13/) - [Milwaukee Police District 3 and the U.S. Army Reserve Ruck March for Hunger.](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/milwaukee-police-district-3-and-the-u-s-army-reserve-ruck-march-for-hunger/) - Join Milwaukee Police District 3 and the U.S. Army Reserve on June 7, 2026, 10AM-2PM for our annual Ruck March for Hunger. This event will include a 3-mile march to the donation drop-off location, where all contributions will be delivered to the Hunger Task Force. Following the drop-off, community activities and family-friendly events will take - [14th Annual Patriot Gold Classic](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/14th-annual-patriot-gold-classic/) - [Special Forces Association Chapter 37 Benefit Golf Outing](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/special-forces-association-chapter-37-benefit-golf-outing/) - Save the Date for the Special Forces Association Chapter 37 Benefit Golf Outing! Join us on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at beautiful Cantigny Golf Course in Wheaton, IL for a day of golf, camaraderie, and giving back to those who have served our country. This incredible event helps support Veterans Path to Hope and provides - [7th Annual Veterans Path to Hope Motorcycle Run](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/7th-annual-veterans-path-to-hope-motorcycle-run/) - 7th Annual Veterans Path to Hope Motorcycle Run Saturday, June 27, 2026. https://veteranspathtohope.org/events/ - [10th Annual Lake County Ruck March](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/10th-annual-lake-county-ruck-march/) - 10th Annual Lake County Ruck March – September 12, 2026 Veterans Path to Hope of Lake County, formerly LCVFS is once again hosting a ruck march to raise awareness of the estimated 22 veterans who take their own lives each day. The 22-kilometer LIVE course will be open to anyone who wants to cover the - [McHenry County Patriot Run](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mchenry-county-patriot-run/) - McHenry County Patriot Run – June 21, 2026 Date – June 21, 2026 Location – Veteran Acres Park in Crystal Lake Join us for the McHenry County Patriot Run—a meaningful and energizing event in support of our veterans! McHenry County Patriot Run – June 21, 2026 - [MKE Urban Stables Meet and Greet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mke-urban-stables-meet-and-greet/) - MKE Urban Stables Meet and Greet- Tuesday, June 2nd/ 5pm-7pm - [June Food Pantry at the CRRC](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/june-food-pantry-at-the-crrc/2026-06-03/) - Please see attached CRRC calendar for the month of June 2026. NOTE: The CRRC will be closed on Friday (June 19, 2026) for the Juneteenth Day Holiday June Food Pantry at the CRRC - June 23rd at around 12:30pm. The June Food Pantry at the CRRC is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17th, and Tuesday, June 23rd. Every Tuesday, - [VA Family and Friends Picnic](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/va-family-and-friends-picnic/) - UNITY CHAPEL SERVICE AND PICNIC Services Catholic Service .......8:30 a.m. Protestant Service...10:00 a.m. Picnic Pavilion by Lake Wheeler 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. FOOD • GAMES • FUN FOR ALL - [Job Service Presentation - Cedarburg Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/job-service-presentation-cedarburg-public-library/) - [Bikes 4 Stripes Resource Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/bikes-4-stripes-resource-fair/) - [Employment Open House](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/employment-open-house/) - Employment Open House in Madison is hosted by Fabick Cat on Thursday, June 11, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Stop by anytime to speak with their team, explore career paths, and apply for open positions. Date: Thursday, June 11 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Fabick Cat - Madison, WI Branch Address: 1111 - [2-Day ASIST Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/2-day-asist-training/2026-06-25/) - 2-Day ASIST Training - June 25th and 26th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note that attendance is required on both days. About ASIST Training: LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day in-person workshop, where participants will learn how to recognize when someone may be thinking about suicide, and how to - [Waukesha County Suicide Prevention Day](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/waukesha-county-suicide-prevention-day/) - Waukesha County Suicide Prevention Day is May 19th, 2026th from 8:30am-3:30pm. Free event open to the public- https://namisoutheastwi.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4SLs6R7bPHelrp4 - [Military/Veteran Job Fair- War Memorial](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/military-veteran-job-fair-war-memorial/) - Location: The War Memorial Center (WMC) is located just east of downtown Milwaukee at 750N Lincoln Memorial Drive. The job fair is held at Memorial Hall at the WMC. Parking: There is a parking lot at the center. When you enter the parking lot you take a ticket. Please tell staff you need a parking ticket when you check in - [DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair - Cedarburg Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair-cedarburg-public-library/) - [Free Legal Advice and Resources for Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-legal-advice-and-resources-for-veterans/) - Free Legal Advice and Resources for Veterans June 6, 2026 0900 – 1200 - [Horses and Heroes Event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/horses-and-heroes-event/) - Horses and Heroes Event We know military and first responder families carry a lot — long shifts, changing schedules, deployments, and the everyday demands of service life. This special event is all about setting that aside for a day and simply enjoying time together. Join us for a fun-filled family day at the 5 Bridges - [Veteran and Military Job Fair at the War Memorial](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-and-military-job-fair-at-the-war-memorial/) - Veteran and Military Job Fair at the War Memorial May 14th, from 10am-1pm. Open to Veterans, Active Duty, Military, Reserve/Guard, & Spouses. https://www.va.gov/milwaukee-health-care/events/87158/ - [Veterans Career Fair - Northcentral Technical College](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veterans-career-fair-northcentral-technical-college/) - Veterans Career Fair - Northcentral Technical College https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-safety-job-fair-tickets-1982204284374 - [WOVIN Spring Wellness Event for Women Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wovin-spring-wellness-event-for-women-veterans/) - [Memorial Day Grocery Giveaway](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/memorial-day-grocery-giveaway/) - [Sweats 4 Vets Walk](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/sweats-4-vets-walk/) - A 2.5 Mile Walk Benefiting: Camp American Legion - Saturday, May 16 at 10am - [R.A.C.E. Training Series Beginning August 11](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/r-a-c-e-training-series-beginning-august-11/2026-08-11/) - [Operation Recon Nature](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-recon-nature-4/2026-04-24/) - [2026-Brewers Sunday Home Games](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/2026-brewers-sunday-home-games/2026-04-26/) - [Milwaukee Brewers Military Sunday Games](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/milwaukee-brewers-military-sunday-games/2026-04-26/) - [Arbor Day grocery giveaway- Midwest Veterans Closet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/arbor-day-grocery-giveaway-midwest-veterans-closet/) - [DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair - Germantown Community Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair-germantown-community-library/) - [VA2K Walk & Roll](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/va2k-walk-roll/) - VA2K Walk & Roll at the Milwaukee VA Pavilion on Wednesday, May 20th, 11 am – 1 pm. This is a free, self-paced, two-kilometer walk that allows participants to support homeless Veterans through a voluntary donation drive. The event is open to Veterans, VA employees, and community members. - [Badger State Vettes All Corvette Show May 31, 2026- Benefiting VetsNet!](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/badger-state-vettes-all-corvette-show-may-31-2026-benefiting-vetsnet/) - [Veteran Service Day April 2026](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-service-day-april-2026/2026-04-01/) - Note: The April Food Pantry at the CRRC is scheduled for Wednesday (April 1st , Tuesday April 14th, Wednesday April 15th, and Tuesday April 28th). NOTE: Every Tuesday is designated as VETERAN SERVICES DAY at the CRRC. Every Tuesday, veterans are able to receive services relating to housing, food share, state medical benefits and more at the CRRC. Please - [Hiring Event at American Family Field!](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/hiring-event-at-american-family-field-2/) - [Hiring Event at American Family Field!](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/hiring-event-at-american-family-field/) - [Job Service/DWD: Women’s History Month Event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/job-service-dwd-womens-history-month-event/) - The Future of Women and Wisconsin’s Thriving Communities will highlight how women leaders are shaping policy, strengthening the workforce, and building vibrant communities across our state. Event Details Date: March 24 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location: Concordia 27, Milwaukee, WI Featured Panelists Secretary Blumenfeld, Department of Administration Secretary Johnson, Department of Health Services Secretary Hyun, Department of - [Watercolor Workshop For Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/watercolor-workshop-for-veterans/2026-05-07/) - Watercolor Workshop For Veterans There will be a gallery opening in the evening of May 7th, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00pm at the Grohmann Museum. The following day, the Museum will be hosting a free art workshop to US Veterans. This workshop will be held May 8th, 2026 from 10:00am – 12:30pm. The artist Mary - [Military Families Egg Hunt](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/military-families-egg-hunt/) - [Veteran Mentor Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-mentor-training/) - The WI Association of Treatment Court Professionals is hosting a Veteran Mentoring Training April 23-24th, 2026 at the Kalahari Resort in the WI Dells. If you have any questions about becoming a Veteran Mentor in one of the 10 operating Vet Courts in WI or this training, please feel free to contact Jodi Severson (Executive - [Spring Grocery Stock Up](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/spring-grocery-stock-up/) - [Veteran Employment Opportunity – Public Safety Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-employment-opportunity-public-safety-job-fair/) - [WDVA 8-week Ground & Flight Training Course](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wdva-8-week-ground-flight-training-course/) - - Any active duty, Guard, or Reserve 50 years of age or less - Any spouse or dependent (16 years or older) - Ground and flight lessons are free ( each participant can get 10 training flights at no cost) - Participants can schedule their flights beginning March 18th through July (Wisconsin Aviation) - [Overcoming Barriers – Work Solutions that Work!](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/overcoming-barriers-work-solutions-that-work/) - In partnership with the W.J. Niederkorn Library – Port Washington, DWD/Job Service is hosting a no-cost, panel presentation on Wednesday, March 25th, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm. This event is focused on "Overcoming Barriers – Work Solutions that Work!" The registration link is included in this flyer. The workshop is only available in person, and - [CRRC calendar for the month of March 2026](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/crrc-calendar-for-the-month-of-march-2026/2026-03-10/) - CRRC calendar for the month of March 2026. - Tuesday food pantries for the month of March will be on March 10th and 24th at around 12:30pm. - The March Food Pantry at the CRRC is scheduled for Wednesday (March 4th, Tuesday March 10th, Wednesday March 18th, and Tuesday March 24th. - Every Tuesday is designated - [5th Annual Community Game Night & Touch-a-Truck Event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/5th-annual-community-game-night-touch-a-truck-event/) - 5th Annual Community Game Night & Touch-a-Truck event. Every year, the Cudahy Health Department and the Cudahy Rec Department invite partner organizations to join us to connect with the community and share information about your programs and services. Date: Thursday, June 4th Time: 4:30pm – 7:00pm Partner set up begins at 3:30pm. Rain Date: Friday, - [First Weber Sunday Funday Trivia Fundraiser- Proceeds Benefit VetsNet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/first-weber-sunday-funday-trivia-fundraiser-proceeds-benefit-vetsnet/) - [Operation Horses Heal upcoming program series](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-horses-heal-upcoming-program-series-2/) - [Operation Horses Heal upcoming program series](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-horses-heal-upcoming-program-series/) - [Brothers After War - Movie & Seminar](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/brothers-after-war-movie-seminar/) - Please join us on Sunday, March 15th at 12:00 PM at the Movie Tavern Brookfield Square (175 S Moorland Rd) for a special screening and interactive seminar experience. This inspiring event is FREE and open to all community members. Trailer- https://youtu.be/SE4-TN3SM_o?si=m9eRoT-QdAeCSrWk Proposed Event Schedule for Brothers After War Workshop (3/15) 12pm - Watch the Award-Winning Documentary film, BROTHERS - [Winter clearance- Everything must go! Midwest Veterans Closet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/winter-clearance-everything-must-go-midwest-veterans-closet/) - [Mental Health First Aid Class - Free to WI resident veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mental-health-first-aid-class-free-to-wi-resident-veterans/) - Mental Health First Aid Class - Free to WI resident veterans- Link to register: https://starfishfound.networkforgood.com/events/97474-mental-health-first-aid-training-military-veterans-and-families - [Veterans ski free day with AMP Adaptive Sports](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veterans-ski-free-day-with-amp-adaptive-sports/) - [Leathernecks Meat Raffle- Proceeds benefit VetsNet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/leathernecks-meat-raffle-proceeds-benefit-vetsnet/) - [Free Tickets for Veterans - Pink Floyd Cover Band](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-tickets-for-veterans-pink-floyd-cover-band/) - Fearless Productions has provided access to a limited number of tickets for a Valentine’s Day concert. You do not need to be a Veteran to attend – individuals who are Veteran-adjacent (such as family members or those working in Veteran services) are also welcome. If interested, please email Yolanda Medina at medinay@uwm.edu with the following - [Operation Recon Nature Friends](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-recon-nature-friends/2026-01-31/) - [Military and First Responders Program](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/military-and-first-responders-program/2026-01-27/) - Military and First Responders Program- Last Tuesday of every month- 5pm-7pm - [Boots and Bags Luncheon](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/boots-and-bags-luncheon/) - Boots and Bags Luncheon - [25th Anniversary - 9/11 Day of Remembrance](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/25th-anniversary-9-11-day-of-remembrance/) - 25th Anniversary - 9/11 Day of Remembrance- All are welcome. - [4th Annual Frost Fest](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/4th-annual-frost-fest/) - 4th Annual Frost Fest, a family-friendly Veteran-focused event on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center from Noon-3:00pm. This event, held during the colder months, will give Families and their Veterans an opportunity for a fun-filled afternoon. We will have a DJ, games & activities for kids, Veteran resources/wellness tables, and - [R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/r-a-c-e-suicide-prevention-training-3/2026-01-13/) - The next series of the R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention Training begins Tuesday, 13 January. Please register at http://www.racesuicideprevention.us Sessions are via zoom. - [Mobility Service Dog Opportunity for Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mobility-service-dog-opportunity-for-veterans/2026-01-06/) - [Pints for Patriots](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/pints-for-patriots/2026-02-19/) - American Legion Post 262 is partnering with Thumb Knuckle Brewing Company to host Pints for Patriots, a recurring fundraiser benefiting local veterans and our American Legion Post. Event Details: 2026 Dates: Thursday, February 19 Thursday, May 21 Thursday, August 20 Thursday, November 12 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Thumb Knuckle Brewing Co. E0208 WI-54 Luxemburg, WI 54217 For - [Annual Toy and Food Basket Event for Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/annual-toy-and-food-basket-event-for-veterans-2/) - [Annual Toy and Food Basket Event for Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/annual-toy-and-food-basket-event-for-veterans/) - [Ham Giveaway](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/ham-giveaway/) - [Free Thanksgiving Meal - South Side Milwaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-thanksgiving-meal-south-side-milwaukee/) - [Free Thanksgiving Meal - North Side Milwaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-thanksgiving-meal-north-side-milwaukee/) - [Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway- Milwaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/thanksgiving-grocery-giveaway-milwaukee/) - [Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway- Dominican Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/thanksgiving-grocery-giveaway-dominican-center/) - [Holiday Turkey Giveaway! - West Milwaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/holiday-turkey-giveaway-west-milwaukee/) - [Holiday Turkey Giveaway! - Milwaukee Community Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/holiday-turkey-giveaway-milwaukee-community-center/) - [Holiday Turkey Giveaway! Brentwood Church of Christ](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/holiday-turkey-giveaway-brentwood-church-of-christ/) - [Turkey Giveaway](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/turkey-giveaway/) - [Veteran Day Grocery Giveaway](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-day-grocery-giveaway/) - [Operation Christmas Angel](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-christmas-angel/) - Operation Christmas Angel That most magical and wonderful time of the year is fast approaching when our thoughts turn to finding that perfect gift for that special someone, planning how we will spend our holidays, planning family celebrations and Christmas parties, shopping and everything we consider part of Christmas. We need to spend some time - [3rd annual Veteran's Resource and Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/3rd-annual-veterans-resource-and-job-fair/) - 3rd annual Veteran's Resource and Job Fair – "Succeeding After Service" event at the Ingleside Hotel, Pewaukee on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. There will be up 40 area employers at our Job Fair, and up to 16 area partners participating including local Veteran Resources. The Mobile Vet Center will - [Packers Salute to Service- Free Seminars](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/packers-salute-to-service-free-seminars/) - BRAVE is putting on FREE seminars (sleep, stress response, TBI, military culture and identity) from 8-12 on Tuesday Nov 4th as part of the Packers Salute to Service week, at the Johnsonville Tailgate Center. - [Celebrating Women Veterans and Civilian Women who support Veterans – Our Unsung Heroes!](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/celebrating-women-veterans-and-civilian-women-who-support-veterans-our-unsung-heroes/) - Celebrating Women Veterans and Civilian Women who support Veterans – Our Unsung Heroes! November 6, 2025 @ 5:00PM — 7:00PM CST Women's Club of Wisconsin: 813 E. Kilbourn Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53202 An elegant networking event, with special appearances and commendations for Unsung Heroes – women, both veteran and civilian, dedicated to supporting our veterans. - [Women’s Veteran Ventures Workshop](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/womens-veteran-ventures-workshop/) - Women’s Veteran Ventures Workshop – a free training for all Veteran entrepreneurs, with a focus on female Veterans to feel safe in a space of business ownership. Contact Irma Doering with questions at IDoering@wwbic.com. - [Veteran Fall Fest](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-fall-fest/) - [Operation Recon Nature](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-recon-nature-3/2025-10-10/) - 'Tis the season for one Operation Recon Nature each month through December. These gatherings are open to anyone who has worn the uniform and their families. Please register for planning purposes and in case of inclement weather or other cancellations. - [Military Families Pumpkin Fest](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/military-families-pumpkin-fest/) - [MISSION BBQ-- Veterans and Active-Duty Military are served a Free Sandwich on Veterans Day](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mission-bbq-veterans-and-active-duty-military-are-served-a-free-sandwich-on-veterans-day/) - MISSION BBQ-- Veterans and Active-Duty Military are served a Free Sandwich on Veterans Day. - [Adopt A Sailor](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/adopt-a-sailor/) - Each Thanksgiving, this program gives our Sailors the opportunity to enjoy a home-cooked meal, share stories, and celebrate the holiday with local families — creating memories they will never forget. 💙 Participation is based on a lottery process, and those interested in hosting Sailors must complete an application. The application can be found here: 👉 - [Warrior's Path III: Talking with Monuments](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/warriors-path-iii-talking-with-monuments/) - Warriors Path for veteran service providers. This is a unique opportunity to discuss varying experiences within the veteran community and the effects of cultural "erasure" on health and well-being. We will visit 5 memorials accompanied by brief historical lectures, followed by discussions led by trained veteran facilitators. Your presence and perspective are vital! Come engage, - [Car Show-VetsNet Fundraiser](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/car-show-vetsnet-fundraiser/) - Join us for an afternoon of amazing cars, delicious chicken, and bringing the community together — all for a great cause. All donations from this event will support Wisconsin Veterans.$5 is required for cars to enter the show. Location: Chick-fil-A Oak Creek Car Check-In: 3:45 PM Prize Winners Announced: 6:45 PM Spectators, come enjoy the show — - [Stars and Stripes Honor Run and Walk](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/stars-and-stripes-honor-run-and-walk/) - Stars and Stripes Honor Run and Walk 5k on September 28th, 2025, at Veterans Park. runsignup.com/sshf5k. - [Hartford City Job Fair (In-Person, Hartford)](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/hartford-city-job-fair-in-person-hartford/) - Hartford City Job Fair (In-Person, Hartford) Wednesday, September 24, 2025 — 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Up to 25 Local Businesses and Area Resources! Networking opportunities Entry and Advanced Level Jobs Many Jobs Offer Training and Opportunity for Advancement Competitive Pay Immediate Openings Event flyer: https://www.wisconsinjobcenter.org/events/2025/0924_Hartford.pdf Location: Hartford Town Hall, 3360 County Road K, Hartford, WI - [National Online Recovery Day](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/national-online-recovery-day/) - National Online Recovery Day is observed annually on September 22nd to promote and raise awareness for online substance abuse treatment and recovery support services. Project WisHope will provide hourly virtual meetings on Monday 9/22 from 9am-8pm. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yXIJXoLhQg-SSWikIT606A#/registration Peter Borucki, Veteran Peer Specialist from the Capt. John D. Mason Veteran Peer Outreach Program will host the “Veteran’s Support Circle” at 1pm. - [Grocery Pick-Up- Illinois](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/grocery-pick-up-illinois/) - [Energy Assistance Appointments-Milwaukee CVSO](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/energy-assistance-appointments-milwaukee-cvso/2025-09-25/) - Milwaukee County Veterans Service Office will have energy assistance appointments available on Thursday, September 25th, and Thursday, November 20th. - [Greater Milwaukee Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/greater-milwaukee-job-fair/) - Greater Milwaukee Job Fair is being held at the Sheraton - Milwaukee Brookfield, from 12:00 – 3:00 pm on Thursday, September 25th. Several area businesses will participate in this event, along with our Workforce Development Center partners, who will be available to meet with local job seekers. Job Seeker Registration Link: https://www.readyfsetgo.org/brookfield-event/#register - [VA Whole Health Calendar- click for specific dates and events](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/va-whole-health-calendar-click-for-specific-dates-and-events/2025-10-06/) - [Yoga at Veteran Sanctuary](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/yoga-at-veteran-sanctuary/2025-09-07/) - Beyond Yoga and Veteran Sanctuary are partnering to offer yoga to military veterans and the broader community. - [VETERAN SERVICES DAY](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-services-day-3/2025-09-09/) - The September Food Pantry is scheduled for Wednesday (September 3rd ), Tuesday (September 9th ), Wednesday (September 17th), and Tuesday (September 23rd) . Every Tuesday is designated as VETERAN SERVICES DAY at the CRRC. Every Tuesday, veterans are able to receive services relating to housing, food share, state medical benefits and more at the CRRC. - [Wellness and Resource Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wellness-and-resource-fair/) - [WOVIN Annual Fall Wellness Event](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wovin-annual-fall-wellness-event/) - [Beer Bash Benefiting VetsNet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/beer-bash-benefiting-vetsnet/) - Save the Date! Beer Bash Benefiting VetsNet. November 8- Ope! Brewing, - [128th Air Refueling Wing Open House](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/128th-air-refueling-wing-open-house/2025-09-13/) - [Wake for Warriors](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wake-for-warriors/) - Wake for Warriors is excited to bring the healing power of adaptive watersports to the stunning shores of Powers Lake, Wisconsin for a special one-day event this fall! Whether you’re new to the water or a seasoned rider, this is your opportunity to connect, challenge yourself, and enjoy a day of fun and camaraderie in - [Reduce Fare Workshop](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/reduce-fare-workshop/) - Vocational Rehab Services (VA Milwaukee) is co-facilitating a Reduce Fare workshop with the Milwaukee County Transit System between 9am and 1pm on September 04, 2025, at Building 7. Veterans must come to Bldg. 7, with appropriate identification, have pictures taken, and receive assistance to submit the application form. Veterans will receive the reduced fare card - [2nd Veterans Lunch and Learn- Wausau Elks Lodge](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/2nd-veterans-lunch-and-learn-wausau-elks-lodge/) - 2nd Veterans Lunch and Learn event at the Wausau Elks Lodge located at 414 Scott St., Wausau, WI 54403, on September 13 from 12-3. - [Free Gun Lock Giveaway](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-gun-lock-giveaway/) - Free gun lock giveaway for Suicide Prevention Month on Sept 9, 2025, from 1200-1400. See flyer for locations. - [Veterans Lounge and Resource Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veterans-lounge-and-resource-fair/2025-08-22/) - [Veteran Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-job-fair-2/) - Veteran job fair, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the War Memorial Hall at the War Memorial Center (WMC), 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202., Thursday, September 25, 2025. Please. Space is limited, first-come, first-served. So, to guarantee your spot, please complete registration as soon as possible, no later than August 30, - [October Zoom series of the R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention training](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/october-zoom-series-of-the-r-a-c-e-suicide-prevention-training/2025-10-28/) - [Rebuild & Rise: Reentry Panel Discussion & Job and Resource Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/rebuild-rise-reentry-panel-discussion-job-and-resource-fair/) - Rebuild & Rise: Reentry Panel Discussion & Job and Resource Fair - [4th Annual Ruck March for Veteran Suicide Awareness](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/4th-annual-ruck-march-for-veteran-suicide-awareness/) - Boots on the Ground is hosting its 4th Annual Ruck March for Veteran Suicide Awareness on November 8, 2025. Registration starts at 0700, and the walk begins at 0800. https://bootsonthegroundwi.org/events - [Midwest Veterans Closet Grocery pick up in Illinois](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/midwest-veterans-closet-grocery-pick-up-in-illinois/) - [Chili Cook Off](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/chili-cook-off/) - 📅 Event Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025 📍 Location: Chelsea Conservation Club – Chelsea, WI 🔥 Entries due by 11:00 AM | Judging: 12:00-1:00 PM | Awards: 2:00 PM | Raffles: 3:00 PM Please complete this form to register your chili or dessert entry. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZKIep7FNrFDozQu4dQ36atCMKombJWk3IJlFmOQ7QHXdQAA/viewform - [](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/3701/) - MKE County Dept of Health & Human Services Behavioral Health Services is hosting a panel discussion on equity approaches to suicide prevention on Sept 24, from 1700-1900. - [Operation Back to School](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-back-to-school/) - [Heroes for Healthcare Community Conversation (Virtual)](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/heroes-for-healthcare-community-conversation-virtual/) - Heroes for Healthcare Community Conversation (Virtual) 08/21/2025 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM CT https://heroesforhealthcare.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/heroesforhealthcare/event.jsp?event=8& - [Health & Back to School Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/health-back-to-school-fair/) - Health & Back to School at the Greenfield Salvation Army on August 15th from 2-6pm. - [11th Annual Project 22 MKE Ride](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/11th-annual-project-22-mke-ride/) - UW-Milwaukee MAVRC is hosting their 11th Annual Project 22 MKE Ride on Saturday Sept. 20, 2025. Kick Stands up at 0830 from the Pritzker Military Museum and ends at 1030 at UW-Milwaukee Zelazo Center followed by a resource fair from 1030-noon. - [ DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair-3/) - DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair at the Germantown Community Library, from 11 AM - 2 PM on Thursday, August 21st. There will be up to 15 Waukesha, Ozaukee and Washington County Employers participating, along with our Workforce Development Center Partners available to meet at this event. Be sure to check our website for a full listing of participating employers - be posted - [DWD/Job Service Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-job-fair/) - DWD/Job Service Job Fair with our regional job centers at the Eastbrook Church, from 10 AM - 1 PM on Wednesday, August 13th. There will be up to 60 area employers participating, along with our Workforce Development Center Partners available to meet at this event. Be sure to check our website for a full listing of participating employers - be posted - [Wreaths Across America – Mobile Education Exhibit](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wreaths-across-america-mobile-education-exhibit/2025-07-28/) - [ VETERAN SERVICES DAY at the CRRC](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-services-day-at-the-crrc/2025-07-08/) - Every Tuesday is designated as VETERAN SERVICES DAY at the CRRC. Every Tuesday, veterans are able to receive services relating to housing, food share, state medical benefits and more at the CRRC. - [WDVA and MKE Urban Stables presents Veteran Meet & Greet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wdva-and-mke-urban-stables-presents-veteran-meet-greet/2025-08-05/) - WDVA and MKE Urban Stables present Veteran Meet & Greet at MKE Urban Stables every other month from 1700-1900. August 5, 2025 – Potluck: Summer Theme October 7, 2025 – Fall Fest: Pumpkin Painting December 2, 2025 – Ornament Decorating - [Substance Use Loss Survivor Affinity Groups](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/substance-use-loss-survivor-affinity-groups-2/2025-07-07/) - Milwaukee County is hosting Substance Use Loss Survivor Affinity Groups (2 meetings per month). These groups are specifically designed for individuals who have lost a loved one due to substance use. Please review the attached flyer for detailed information regarding the dates, times, and locations of the upcoming meetings. - [Veteran Counseling](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-counseling/2025-07-15/) - [Community Garden](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/community-garden/2025-08-05/) - The Salvation Army and Southwest Suburban Health Department is offering a Community Garden at 2900 W Cold Spring Road in Greenfield Monday- Saturday 0800-2000. How it Works: Pick what you need—help yourself to fresh, locally grown produce. Give Back by helping with simple garden tasks like pulling weeds or watering to keep the garden thriving. - [3rd Annual Music in the Garden Music Series](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/3rd-annual-music-in-the-garden-music-series-2/) - SE WI Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force is excited to present the 3rd Annual Music in the Garden Music Series again this summer from 1800-2000. This year, we expanded the entertainment to include a car show on each evening along with live music and Veteran resource tables! If you or someone you know are interested in - [414 Hope and Heal: United for Suicide Prevention](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/414-hope-and-heal-united-for-suicide-prevention/2025-09-15/) - Please save the date for 414 Hope and Heal: United for Suicide Prevention on 15 Sept 2025 from 0830-1530 and 414 Hope and Heal: Uniting for Suicide Postvention on 16 Sept 2025 from 0830-1530. - [Red, White, & Blue- Neenah, WI.](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/red-white-blue-neenah-wi/) - Red, White, & Blue- “A horse experience for our Military personal and First Responders, and their families” will be held on Sept 13, 2025 from 1000-1200 at Beaming Ranch in Neenah, WI. - [Milwaukee Surge Event for Unsheltered Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/milwaukee-surge-event-for-unsheltered-veterans/2025-07-17/) - [DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair at the Brookfield Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair-at-the-brookfield-public-library/) - [Healing Through Yoga](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/healing-through-yoga/2025-07-11/) - [Veteran and Family Summer Events](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-and-family-summer-events/2025-06-28/) - [Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/job-fair-3/) - [Military & Veteran Family at the Milwaukee County Zoo](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/military-veteran-family-at-the-milwaukee-county-zoo/) - Military & Veteran Family at the Milwaukee County Zoo on Sunday, July 6th! - [Boots to Business Reboot](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/boots-to-business-reboot/) - This workshop is open to all Veterans who receive VHA care from Milwaukee VA. Registration required: https://sba.my.site.com/s/reboot-course-information Bonus: They will have 5 laptops to give away at the end of workshop. - [80th Anniversary WWII Victory Day](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/80th-anniversary-wwii-victory-day/) - 80th Anniversary WWII Victory Day - Join us as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII. Music performed by Vintage Swing Band, WWII exhibits from Jefferson County historical societies, WWII era military vehicles, classic cars, and so much more! The event is free to attend. https://allevents.in/johnson-creek/80th-anniversary-wwii-victory-day/200028260057540 - [Operation Recon programs at Wehr Nature Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-recon-programs-at-wehr-nature-center/2025-06-13/) - [Vets on Deck at Summerfest](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/vets-on-deck-at-summerfest/) - [VETERAN SERVICES DAY](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-services-day-2/2025-06-03/) - Note: Food Pantry is scheduled for Wednesday (June 4th), Tuesday (June 10th), Wednesday (June 18th), and Tuesday (June 24th). NOTE: Every Tuesday is designated as VETERAN SERVICES DAY at the CRRC. Every Tuesday, veterans are able to receive services relating to housing, food share, state medical benefits and more at the CRRC. Please see attached flyer. SPECIAL NOTE - [Open House and Opening Ceremony at the Sentry House](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/open-house-and-opening-ceremony-at-the-sentry-house/) - Join us for an Open House and Opening Ceremony at the Sentry House on June 9 at 3pm. - [WDVA 2025 Women Veterans Retreat](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wdva-2025-women-veterans-retreat/) - The WDVA 2025 Women Veterans Retreat! Join us starting Friday, June 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM for a transformative two-day retreat concluding on Saturday, June 7, at 3:00 PM. https://dva.wi.gov/community-legacy/women-veterans/women-veterans-retreat/ - [Bikes for Stripes Program](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/bikes-for-stripes-program/) - [Veteran's Horsemanship Group and Veteran Women's Group](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veterans-horsemanship-group-and-veteran-womens-group/2025-06-07/) - Our Veteran's Horsemanship Group is open and so is our Veteran Women's group. The registration link is the same for both dates. https://forms.gle/eo41n9ZU4DtxzPHU7 As always, these events are free of charge and made possible through grants, donations, and fundraisers. Depending on funds, travel support may be available. - [Warriors Path: The Stories that aren't Told](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/warriors-path-the-stories-that-arent-told/2025-05-29/) - Join fellow vets for a relaxed, meaningful space to talk about war memorials, memory, and the stories that often go untold. We’ll visit five local memorial sites in Milwaukee, share some food, and reflect on how these places help us remember, heal — or sometimes forget. This is a peer-led space — built by vets, for vets. Come as you - [Sweat4Vets](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/sweat4vets/) - An event to benefit VetsNet - [BEAMING’s Veteran Day Retreats and Overnight Camping Experiences](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/3198/) - We’re proud to invite you to take part in BEAMING’s Veteran Day Retreats and Overnight Camping Experiences—designed exclusively to support you and your family. Hosted at our peaceful, fully equipped Bunkhouse at the BEAMING Ranch, these experiences offer a chance to reconnect with friends, family and horses, unwind in nature, and find healing in a supportive environment. - [VETERAN SERVICES DAY](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-services-day/) - Every Tuesday is designated as VETERAN SERVICES DAY at the CRRC. Every Tuesday, veterans are able to receive services relating to housing, food share, state medical benefits and more at the CRRC. Please see attached flyer. SPECIAL NOTE 1: Every 2nd Tuesday of every month there will be a representative(s) from the Veteran Benefits Administration (VBA) and the VA Post 9/11 Military - [Free Chow for Armed Forces Day- Click to see more info for each day](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-chow-for-armed-forces-day/2025-05-12/) - At MISSION BBQ, our Mission is to Serve. Join us for FREE Chow May 12-17 - [DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair at the New Berlin Public Library](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair-at-the-new-berlin-public-library/) - DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair at the New Berlin Public Library from 11 AM to 2 PM on Thursday, May 22nd. Up to 25 Waukesha, Ozaukee, and Washington County Employers will participate, along with our Workforce Development Center Partners, who will be available to meet at this event. - [VA Friends and Family Service and Picnic](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/va-friends-and-family-service-and-picnic/) - The VA Chaplain Service has invited you to the VA Friends and Family Service and Picnic on Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 1130-1330. - [Veteran Business Outreach Center's Boots to Business Reboot Seminar](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-business-outreach-centers-boots-to-business-reboot-seminar/) - The Hoeppner-Horn Bros Post 5716 is proud to host the Veteran Business Outreach Center's Boots to Business Reboot Seminar on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00PM at the VFW post at 17980 W Beloit Road in New Berlin, WI. This free seminar, divided into eight modules, provides an overview of business concepts - [9th Annual Health Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/9th-annual-health-fair/) - The Oak Creek Health Department is hosting its 9th Annual Health Fair on May 8th, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Salvation Army Oak Creek Senior Center. - [Red, White, and Blue Family Day](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/red-white-and-blue-family-day/) - Red, White, and Blue Family Day May 3 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am BEAMING Ranch 2692 County Road GG, Neenah A FREE family fun event for heroes and their families! - [Military History Day- Oshkosh, WI](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/military-history-day-oshkosh-wi/) - Military History Museum and Educational Center - "Military History Day" May 3, 2025 - [Dedication of Vietnam Wall- Appleton, WI](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dedication-of-vietnam-wall/) - Dedication of Vietnam Wall honoring all of the WI Vets killed during the Vietnam War - Apr 30, 2025- event link: https://vetsandfriendscoffeehouse.com/ - [Community Garden- Fresh Produce During the Summer](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/community-garden-fresh-produce-during-the-summer/2025-05-31/) - The Salvation Army and Southwest Suburban Health Department is offering a Community Garden at 2900 W Cold Spring Road in Greenfield Monday- Saturday 0800-2000. How it Works: Pick what you need—help yourself to fresh, locally grown produce. Give Back by helping with simple garden tasks like pulling weeds or watering to keep the garden thriving. - [15th Anniversary 2K Walk & Roll](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/15th-anniversary-2k-walk-roll/) - Please join the Milwaukee VA for its 15th Anniversary 2K Walk & Roll on May 21, 2025, from 1100-1300. The event will include a 2K walk and roll, music, resource tables, food trucks, and a voluntary donation drive to support Veterans. The event will be at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center Pavilion. - [FREE Perks That Work! VIRTUAL Webinar ](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-perks-that-work-virtual-webinar/) - We are pleased to present a FREE Perks That Work! VIRTUAL webinar to our SE Wisconsin area Job Seekers on Wednesday, May 30th, from 2:00 – 3:30 pm. The Event: Unlock Your Future: Enhance Your Skills, With Apprenticeship What to Expect: Insights into how apprenticeships can shape your career. Steps to get started - [8th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/8th-annual-older-adult-mental-health-awareness-day-symposium/) - 8th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium, May 1 at 9:00-4:00 CT. Feel free to share with your teams. See registration link below, and agenda here: https://connect.ncoa.org/oamhad2025-agenda 5 CE credits offered for Physicians, Nurses, Psychologists, Dieticians, Social Workers, Physical and Occupational Therapists from Rush University Medical Center. - [ 6-week Summer Boot Camp](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/6-week-summer-boot-camp/) - The Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is hosting a 6-week Summer Boot Camp designed to support veterans in transitioning to a post-secondary Education setting. The program will run from May 21 to June 26, 2025, at the UWM Campus, and will offer valuable academic and career support, including: Math placement test prep Introduction to college-level chemistry Scholarship essay writing Guidance - [ 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit ](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/9-11-never-forget-mobile-exhibit/) - American Legion Post #27 presents the 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit on April 25th from 0800-1500 and April 26th from 1000-1400 at Sunrise Plaza, 2410 10th Ave, South Milwaukee. Learn about the events and heroes of 9/11 within the dedicated mobile exhibit. - [Entrepreneurship Training Program](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/entrepreneurship-training-program/) - Boots to Business Reboot is hosting an entrepreneurship training program on 29 April 2025 in Racine for Veterans and their spouses who are interested in starting or growing a Veteran-Owned business. - [Making Sense of the Vietnam War and its Aftermath](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/making-sense-of-the-vietnam-war-and-its-aftermath/) - UWM MAVRC, along with a few other offices, present Making Sense of the Vietnam War and its Aftermath on 30 April 2025 from UWM Golda Meir Library. Program starts at 1530. Review flyer for details and registration information. - [Grocery Stock Up](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/grocery-stock-up/) - [Substance Use Loss Survivor Affinity Groups](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/substance-use-loss-survivor-affinity-groups/2025-04-17/) - Milwaukee County is hosting Substance Use Loss Survivor Affinity Groups (2 meetings per month). These groups are specifically designed for individuals who have lost a loved one due to substance use. Please review the attached flyer for detailed information regarding the dates, times, and locations of the upcoming meetings. The first group meeting is scheduled - [Second Annual Women Veteran Retreat](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/second-annual-women-veteran-retreat-2/) - The Milwaukee VA Chaplain Services is hosting the Second Annual Women Veteran Retreat themed “Let’s be Stronger Together” on April 11, 2025 from 0900-1530 at the War Memorial. Please join us for VA and Community Resource tables, two interactive breakout session, lunch, and amazing camaraderie! This year Dry Hootch is providing transportation for 10 women who are - [Stewards of Children Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/stewards-of-children-training/) - Columbia County Public Health is hosting a Stewards of Children Training on Friday April 11, 2025 from 1300-1545 at the Health and Human Service building in Portage, WI. All are welcome to attend the Stewards of Children Training. - [FREE Financial Education Workshop](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-financial-education-workshop-2/) - Veterans and Families, join us for a FREE Financial Education Workshop hosted by The Captain Mason Program in partnership with Poker Financial Group! Gain valuable insights on: Core Financial Concepts Expense Management Leveraging Credit Effectively Tax Tips (just in time for tax season!) When: Wednesday, April 9th Time: 5:00-6:30 PM (Networking from 5-5:30 PM, Presentation from 5:30-6:30 PM) Where: Delafield - [Veteran Suicide Awareness March](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-suicide-awareness-march/) - A 2.2-mile ruck march/walk (backpacks are optional) will occur on Saturday, April 26, 2025, around the Fondy Soccer Complex adjacent to Moraine Park's Fond du Lac campus. The walk begins in the B-1 parking lot just off Campus Drive, Fond du Lac, WI. Additionally, local mental providers and veteran support organizations will have information available. - [Free Car Giveaway - Milwaukee or Oshkosh only](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-car-giveaway-milwaukee-or-oshkosh-only/) - Veterans, active military, and/or guards located in the Oshkosh and Milwaukee, WI areas. Vet Cares is currently accepting applications to provide a free car to a service member or veteran in one of these two areas - [Free Financial Education Workshop](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-financial-education-workshop/) - The Captain Program, in partnership with Marine Credit Union, invites you to a free financial education workshop designed specifically for Veterans and their families. The event will take place on Thursday, May 1st, from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM at the Racine Public Library, located at 75 7th St., Racine. Join Us for "An Interactive Session on Financial Wellness Tools - [Mental Health Workshop - Romeo and Juliet](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mental-health-workshop-romeo-and-juliet/) - Mental Health Workshop surrounding the production of Romeo and Juliet. On March 24 at 6 p.m., join us at Safe and Sound (4422 W Leon Terrace). During this workshop, led by Gena L. Orlando, the Wisconsin Area Director for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, we will cover the topic of teen Suicide Prevention: Helping - [Summer BBQ](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/summer-bbq/) - This event is free for Veterans, active Military, and their families. Enjoy great food, community, and time with the herd. Overnight camping is welcome, and there’s also a nearby campground for those who prefer it. - [DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair-2/) - We are excited to announce we are facilitating a DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair at the Menomonee Falls Public Library, from 12 PM – 3 PM on Thursday, April 10th. There will be up to 15 Waukesha and Washington County Employers participating, along with our Workforce Development Center Partners available to meet at this event. - [FREE sandwich to Vietnam Era Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-sandwich-to-vietnam-era-veterans/) - Mission BBQ is giving away a FREE sandwich to Vietnam Era Veterans on National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29th. - [Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/job-fair-2/) - Vocational Rehabilitation Service, Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI., cordially invites all Veterans, active duty and their spouses in the area to participate in our collaborative job fair with Fleet & Family Support Center, Naval Station Great Lakes. This event will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Thursday., April 17, 2025, in the - [Wellness/Resiliency Event at SC Johnson Golden Rondelle Theater ](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wellness-resiliency-event-at-sc-johnson-golden-rondelle-theater/) - Attention Milwaukee area First Responders and Veterans: The BRAVE Program is collaborating with SC Johnson and the SE WI Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force to host a wellness/resiliency event at SC Johnson Golden Rondelle Theater on Saturday, March 29 from 1300-1500, This community interest program will feature Dr. Gregory Burek, MD, Dr. Erich Roush, PsyD, and Taylor Daugherty, - [American Legion Wisconsin Scholarship & Program Opportunities​](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/american-legion-wisconsin-scholarship-program-opportunities/) - As part of the War Memorial Center’s Veteran Education Initiative, we would like to share several American Legion Wisconsin Scholarship & Program opportunities​for scholarships and grants with students at your school. Meredith Clark, a senior at Green Lake High School, is a national recipient of the Samsung American Legion Scholarship. Meredith plans to attend Ripon College and - [Veteran Meet & Greet at MKE Urban Stables](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-meet-greet-at-mke-urban-stables-2/) - WDVA and MKE Urban Stables present a Veteran Meet & Greet at MKE Urban Stables every other month from 1700-1900. June 3, 2025 – Women Veterans Day: Cards for Homes August 5, 2025 – Potluck: Summer Theme October 7, 2025 – Fall Fest: Pumpkin Painting December 2, 2025 – Ornament Decorating - [Veteran Meet & Greet at MKE Urban Stables](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-meet-greet-at-mke-urban-stables/) - WDVA and MKE Urban Stables present a Veteran Meet & Greet at MKE Urban Stables every other month from 1700-1900. April 1, 2025 – Wehr Nature Center: Veteran Programming and Summer Overview June 3, 2025 – Women Veterans Day: Cards for Homes August 5, 2025 – Potluck: Summer Theme October 7, 2025 – Fall Fest: - [Operation Horses Heal](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-horses-heal/) - Operation Horses Heal brings inclusive support to Veterans, active service members, and their immediate families through equine-related activities. Phone: (715) 255-0263 https://www.operationhorsesheal.org/ - [Barn Buddies: Veteran & Military Kids Farm Day Registration](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/barn-buddies-veteran-military-kids-farm-day-registration/) - We are excited to announce that registration for our Barn Buddies: Veteran & Military Kids Farm Days program is officially OPEN! This is a wonderful opportunity for military and veteran children (ages 9-14) to connect with animals, gain emotional resilience, and form lasting friendships with other kids who understand their unique experiences. As a reminder, all services are - [Service Member Suicide Summit](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/service-member-suicide-summit/) - Service Member Suicide Summit- March 6, 2025- Appleton, WI. - [Viewing of Six Triple Eight](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/viewing-of-six-triple-eight/) - In celebration of Women’s History Month and to honor women in the Military service, join UW-Milwaukee for a viewing of Six Triple Eight on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 from 1700-1900. Link to the event website: https://buff.ly/4jYkgiT - [Energy Assistance for Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/energy-assistance-for-veterans/) - Energy Assistance - March 14, 2025- 9am-4pm - [Financial Literacy Workshop](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/financial-literacy-workshop/) - Wisconsin's Veterans Upward Bound at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee will host an evening dedicated to financial literacy and community connection on February 18, 2025 at 1600. Light meal and parking will be available for attendees. - [Maple Sugar Days weekend at Wehr Nature Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/maple-sugar-days-weekend-at-wehr-nature-center/) - Maple Sugar Days weekend at Wehr Nature Center is March 8 & 9 from 12-4 each day. I attached the flyer for the Maple Sugar Days weekend Maple Sugar Days - Wehr Nature Center. Veterans can attend for FREE! Interested Veterans can email Holly Walz holly.walz@milwaukeecountywi.gov for more details. Wehr Nature Cetner also has Maple Tapping Workshops on - [Mini Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mini-job-fair/) - DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair - Cedarburg Public Library, 3/20/25, 11 AM - 2 PM - [Soldiers to Civilians 2025](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/soldiers-to-civilians-2025/) - Sherman Phoenix presents Soldiers to Civilians 2025 event on February 16, April 13, June 8, and August 19 from 1300-1500 at 3536 W Fond du Lac Ave. Soldiers to Civilian workshop is a meaningful two-hour event dedicated to supporting Veterans in our community. Registration link, https://www.shermanphoenix.com/event-details/soldiers-to-civilians-2025-2025-02-16-13-00 - [1st RECON Group](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/1st-recon-group/) - The 1st RECON Group will be on Wednesday February 19th, 2025 from 1100-1300 at Carroll University Veteran’s House. RECON is a group designed to foster camaraderie and support among veterans. The name "RECON" stands for Remember, Engage, Connect, Overcome, Network. The group serves as a safe and welcoming environment where veterans can connect with one - [Valentine's Day Grocery Giveaway](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/valentines-day-grocery-giveaway/) - [Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/job-fair/) - Job Center of WI is holding a Job Fair on Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 1000-1200 at 2701 South Chase Avenue. - [Oconomowoc VA Clinic Open House](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/oconomowoc-va-clinic-open-house/) - Oconomowoc VA Clinic will host an Open House on February 21, 2025, from 1430-1630. - [ DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/dwd-job-service-mini-job-fair/) - We are excited to announce we are facilitating a DWD/Job Service Mini Job Fair at the Mukwonago Community Library, from NOON – 3 pm on Thursday, February 27th. There will be up to 15 Waukesha County Employers participating, along with our Waukesha County Workforce Development Center Partners, available to meet at this event. Please check our website soon for a full - [Warming Shelters](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/warming-shelters/) - Unity Lutheran and Guest House warming will stay open through 11 am on Sunday during the upcoming cold stretch. On Monday and Tuesday, the Coggs Center at 1220 W Vliet Street will operate as a daytime warming center. It will be a walk-in from 8am to 5:30pm. People will then return to the overnight warming - [3rd Annual Frost Fest](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/3rd-annual-frost-fest/) - Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran Suicide Prevention Taskforce is hosting the 3rd Annual Frost Fest, a family-friendly Veteran-focused event on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center from Noon-3:00pm. This event during the colder time of year will allow Families and their Veterans to have a fun-filled afternoon. We will also have a - [Operation Recon Nature](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-recon-nature-2/) - Wehr Nature Center has 5 miles of trails to explore and unwind upon. Our Operation Recon Nature outings are guided and planned with seasonal occurrences in mind. Please register for the program that fits your schedule, and bring a Battle Buddy, family member, or friend along. Registration guarantees notification in case of cancelation or the - [Operation Recon Nature](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-recon-nature/) - Wehr Nature Center has 5 miles of trails to explore and unwind upon. Our Operation Recon Nature outings are guided and planned with seasonal occurrences in mind. Please register for the program that fits your schedule, and bring a Battle Buddy, family member, or friend along. Registration guarantees notification in case of cancelation or the - [Milwaukee Veteran Stand Down](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/milwaukee-veteran-stand-down/) - [RECON](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/recon/) - RECON is a group designed to foster camaraderie and support among veterans. The name "RECON" stands for Remember, Engage, Connect, Overcome, Network. The group serves as a safe and welcoming environment where veterans can connect with one another, share experiences, and find mutual support. Details: Where: Waukesha Rally Point Carroll University Veterans House 125 Wright St. Waukesha, WI - [ R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/r-a-c-e-suicide-prevention-training-2/) - [ R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/r-a-c-e-suicide-prevention-training/) - R.A.C.E. Suicide Prevention Training that begins 4 February 2025. Register Today at www.RACESuicidePrevention.us - [Midwest Veterans Closet Ham Giveaway!](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/midwest-veterans-closet-ham-giveaway/) - [Therapy Group](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/therapy-group/) - The Division of Suicide Research and Healing has partnered with the Clara Healing Institute to offer an art therapy processing group for individuals who have experienced suicide loss. - [Frost Fest](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/frost-fest/) - [Hoagies for Heroes ](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/hoagies-for-heroes/) - Hoagies for Heroes at Carroll University in Waukesha on December 11, 2024 from 1100-1300. This is open to ALL Veterans to come together to network, chat with, and socialize. Light lunch provided. - [Fisher House Open House](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/fisher-house-open-house/) - Fisher House on Milwaukee VA campus will be having an Open House Tuesday December 10, 2025 from 1100-1400. Come and learn what Fisher House does each day to serve our Veteran and Military Families. All are welcome! - [Veteran/Military Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-military-job-fair/) - [Thanksgiving Dinner Meal Boxes for Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/thanksgiving-dinner-meal-boxes-for-veterans/) - [Wehr Nature Center Veteran and Family Walk](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/wehr-nature-center-veteran-and-family-walk/) - [Free Professional Portrait Day for Veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/free-professional-portrait-day-for-veterans/) - [Veteran Job Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-job-fair/) - [Veteran Benefits Q&A](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-benefits-qa-2/) - [Veteran Benefits Q&A](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-benefits-qa/) - [Serving Those Who Served](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/sisters-in-service/) - [Mobile Vet Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mobile-vet-center-2/) - [Mobile Vet Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mobile-vet-center/) - [Veterans Day Expo](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veterans-day-expo/) - [ Kenosha County 2024 Veteran Resource Fair](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/kenosha-county-2024-veteran-resource-fair/) - [Rock & Brews at Potawatomi Casino Hotel Milwaukee](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/rock-brews-at-potawatomi-casino-hotel-milwaukee/) - [A Holistic Approach to Financial Empowerment](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/a-holistic-approach-to-financial-empowerment/) - [FREEZING FOR A REASON](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/freezing-for-a-reason/) - [Veterans Business Outreach Center Ruck and Rally March](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veterans-business-outreach-center-ruck-rally-march/) - [Military Family Pumpkin Oktoberfest](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/military-family-pumpkin-oktoberfest/) - [West Allis Central's Veterans Day Breakfast](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/west-allis-centrals-veterans-day-breakfast/) - [Operation Recon Nature - Wehr Nature Center](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/operation-recon-nature-wehr-nature-center/) - [Honoring Our Veterans - A Celebration of Heroes](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/honoring-our-veterans-a-celebration-of-heroes/) - [MCRN Expo](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/mcrn-expo/) - [Fall Haul Grocery Stock Up](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/fall-haul-grocery-stock-up/) - [Racine Stand Down](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/racine-stand-down/) - [Madison Stand Down](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/madison-stand-down/) - [Veteran Fall Fest at the Stables](https://wisvetsnet.org/community-event/veteran-fall-fest-at-the-stables/) ## Series - [CRRC Calendar for September 2026](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/crrc-calendar-for-september-2026/) - [Mental Health First Aid Training - Virtual](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/mental-health-first-aid-training-virtual/) - [Operation Recon Nature](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/operation-recon-nature-3/) - [CRRC calendar for the month of August 2026](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/crrc-calendar-for-the-month-of-august-2026/) - [Veterans Upward Bound](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/veterans-upward-bound/) - [1960s Era and Vietnam War Living History Reenactment](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/1960s-era-and-vietnam-war-living-history-reenactment/) - [Free Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for veterans](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/free-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-classes-for-veterans/) - [Music in the Garden](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/music-in-the-garden/) - [June Food Pantry at the CRRC](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/june-food-pantry-at-the-crrc/) - [2-Day ASIST Training](https://wisvetsnet.org/series/2-day-asist-training/) - [R.A.C.E. 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