Events

Dec
30
Fri
NWVU Dinner Dance Fundraiser 2016 @ American Legion Post 330 Memorial Hall
Dec 30 @ 6:30 pm – 11:59 pm

Join the National Women Veterans United (NWVU) for a Semi Formal Dinner Dance fund-raiser, in support of the IL Community Women Veteran’s Center.
Music, food, fun, 50/50 raffles and camaraderie!
Individual ticket donations ($50) or take advantage of a $50 discount for a table of ten at $450.00.

Friday, December 30, 2016

6:30 P.M. – 12:00 A.M.

American Legion Post 330 Memorial Hall
950 Legion Drive, Calumet City, IL

★ Attire Semi Formal ★

★ Purchase a Table for a $50 Discount!

$50 Per Person – Tables Seat Ten (10)

Call For Tickets (872) 731-2150 or E-mail Nwvu.org@gmail.com

↓ Buy Tickets Online at: ↓eventbrite_logo_gradient_v2

Proceeds support the Women Veteran’s Center
NWVU is a 501(c) 3 Non Profit Organization

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Jan
14
Sat
NWVU January 2017 Meeting @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Jan 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

The National Women Veterans United Membership & Business Meeting is Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Women Veteran’s Center located at 7907-09 S. Racine Chicago, IL 60620.

As you know, they only meet once a month and starting a new year! There is much to discuss regarding their programs and initiatives going forward. The members are responsible for reviewing the finances and the organization’s plans. They are in dire need of a Recording Secretary!

Please be on time and bring a healthy snack! Following the meeting is the HCV Health Care Education workshop. Please invite a guest for the presentation, refreshments will be provided.

There are several Birthdays! Remember to send your sisters some love!
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NWVU Veterans Health Series @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Jan 14 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

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Aug
5
Sat
Apostolic Church of God Family & Friends Festival @ Apostolic Church of God
Aug 5 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sep
23
Sat
NWVU Peer -to -Peer Brunch @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Sep 23 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Feb
21
Wed
Veterans Resource Fair @ Triton College Student Center
Feb 21 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Triton College Resource FairStudent veterans as well as veterans from throughout the community are invited to attend the Veterans Resource Fair, presented by Triton College Career Services.

The Veterans Resource Fair is Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Room B-204/210 of the Triton College Student Center, located on the west side of campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

The event is free to attend and lunch will be served to all veterans.

Organizations and companies will be on hand to share information and help connect veterans with services and resources including housing assistance, disability and pension claims, health screenings and more. The event will include a free lunch for all veterans.

Organizations participating include:

  •        America Works of Illinois
  •        Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs
  •        Hines VA Women Veterans Program
  •        Disabled American Veterans
  •        Chicago Zoological Society
  •        Wounded Warrior Project
  •        Cook County Recorder of Deeds
  •        Volunteers of America
  •        YMCA of Metro Chicago
  •        Cook County Dept. of Public Health
  •        Cook County Veterans Affairs
  •        Pace Bus
  •        Forest Park Vet
  •        U.S. Bank
  •        Illinois Secretary of State
  •        and more.

For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3805.

Feb
24
Sat
NWVU Black History Month Fund-Raiser 2018 @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Feb 24 @ 6:00 pm – Feb 25 @ 12:00 am
NWVU Black History Month Fund-Raiser 2018 @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center  | Chicago | Illinois | United States

National Women Veterans United Black History Month Fund-Raiser

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Apr
14
Sat
NWVU April 2018 Meeting @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Apr 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
NWVU April 2018 Meeting @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center | Chicago | Illinois | United States

NWVU meetings are the 2nd Saturday of each month

April 14, 2018

10:00 a.m. – 12::30 p.m.
The Sgt At-Arms calls the meeting to order at 10:15 am

Location:
IL Community Women Veteran’s Center
7907 S. Racine
Chicago, IL 60620

Meeting features:

TBA

May
26
Sat
Chicago Memorial Day Parade 2018
May 26 @ 11:00 am
Chicago Memorial Day Parade 2018

Chicago’s Memorial Day Parade honors all men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.

The Wreath Laying Ceremony will begin at 11am at the Eternal Flame on Daley Plaza (Dearborn and Washington Streets). The parade will step off at noon and proceed south on State Street from Lake Street to Van Buren Street.

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Oct
24
Wed
Kevlars To Careers Welcome Home Event 2018 @ Malcolm X College
Oct 24 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Kevlars To Careers Welcome Home Event 2018 @ Malcolm X College  | Chicago | Illinois | United States

A Resource Fair and Workshops to Equip Service Members, Veterans of all Eras, Active Duty Personnel and Reservists/National Guards

Wednesday, October 24, 2018 – 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Malcolm X College 1900 West Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612

FREE Workshops and Vendors Include: Employment and Vocational Training Opportunities /Women’s Veterans Needs /Housing and Emergency Services / Health and Wellness / Screenings/ Networking / Educational Benefits / Financial Readiness / Food/ Raffle and More….

PRESENTED BY COOK COUNTY RECORDER OF DEEDS, KAREN A. YARBROUGH

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT US AT: 312-603-5788
To Register Please Email: brian.cross@cookcountyil.gov

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