MilTRAC

Retiree Appreciation Day
2024-10-21 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Brooke Army Medical Center will host the Joint Base San Antonio Military Retiree Appreciation Day in the hospital’s Medical Mall.
Military retirees and their family members will have access to a wide variety of health and wellness services and other resources to include:

Flu shots.
Blood pressure checks.
Oral cancer screens.
Mammograms. Note: Beneficiaries who receive care from an outside provider will need a written referral with a fax number from their provider to receive a mammogram screening.
Walk-in ID card services will be available in the lower level or information tables on the first, second and third floors in the hospital.
Eyeglass services: Retirees who have an up-to-date prescription for eyeglasses can have their glasses ordered that day.
Medication turn-in: Retirees can turn in any expired or unwanted medications at the BAMC pharmacy.
Representatives from the Retirement Services Office, JBSA Retired Military Member Council, TRICARE For Life and the Texas Veterans Commission.

Date: October 21
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 3551 Roger Brooke Dr, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234

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MTR MasterMind class
2024-10-21 15:30 - 17:00
The Military Transition Roundtable meets on alternative Mondays with students from the American GI Forum at the former Lulus Bakery on Main Street in San Antonio.
The program takes an hybrid approach as it allows other veterans to attend via Zoom.
Matt Scherer has a passion coupled with knowledge for helping Transitioning Veterans through the use of the LinkedIn platform and the Military Transition Roundtable. He works with transitioning service members one on one for no fees to help them build a brand and a network. The end state in his efforts and investment in people is they find noteworthy employment opportunities because of the time he spends with them.
Date: Oct. 21
Time: 3:30 p.m.

Here’ the Zoom link for those not living in San Antonio.
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Join Jon Jerome of Heroes Care for this S.O.S. podcast
2024-10-22
Join S.O.S. host Shawn Welsh as he hosts Jon Jerome of Heroes Care for this podcast.
The podcast link.
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Doughnuts, coffee and fellowship
2024-10-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-29 09:00 - 11:00
Post 593 hosts veterans and their families for doughnuts, coffee and fellowship every Tuesday. According to the post organizers, this weekly event is designed to get veterans out of the house and mingling with others who have served in the military.
Date: Tuesdays, 9 to 11 a.m.
Address: 326 Legion Drive, Converse
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Lockheed Martin Showcase
2024-10-22 13:00 - 14:30
LOCKHEED MARTIN wants YOU! Sign up and learn about the various job opportunities this top rated employer has to offer!

Date: October 22
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM CDT
Location: Online
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-lockheed-martin-virtual-employer-showcase-event-tickets-1033798538257?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Project Mend hosts networking celebration
2024-10-22 15:00 - 18:00
Join ProjectMEND, a veterans services provider, as they host a networking celebration. ProjectMend provides veterans with reused durable equipment.
Time: Oct. 22, 3-6 p.m.
Place: Endeavors Wellness Center, 6333 De Zavala Road
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Veterans Service Providers Networking
2024-10-22 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for a Veteran Service Providers Networking Celebration!
Project MEND is excited to host a day of connecting, collaborating, and celebrating our veterans. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow service providers, share resources, and build valuable connections. Don’t miss out on this chance to network with like-minded individuals dedicated to supporting our veterans. We look forward to seeing you there!

Date: October 22
Time: 4:00 -6:00 PM (Doors open at 3:50 PM)
Location: 5015 Wurzbach Road San Antonio, TX 78238
Registration: Eventbrite
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Unaccompanied Veterans Memorial Service
2024-10-23 09:00 - 10:30
The Bexar County invites to join others in honoring veterans who passed away without known relatives to attend their burial.
Date: Oct. 23
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Fort Sam National Cemetery Assembly Area
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Join Geremy Chavez for this Zoom webinar on emergency prep
2024-10-23 13:30 - 14:30
Please join the Texas Veterans Commission’s Women Veterans program and honored guest and proud Army Veteran, Geremy Chavez for a virtual event as Geremy shares practical tips on how to be prepared for emergencies ahead of time. Ms. Chavez will also provide a free workbook and other resources to all attendees and or registrants. Registration link is below:

Building Resiliency and Sharing Hope by Preparing for Emergencies
Join us to learn how to prepare for natural disasters and how to protect your family and others.
Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Time: 1:30PM – 2:30PM CST
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclfu6sqTIvGtOLxu1WANLkihqmRcgj90Kd
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Cyber community hosts informational and networking event
2024-10-23 17:00 - 19:00
The defense Cyber Crime Center and UTSA will host a class on information security, Oct. 23 from 5 to 7 p.m.at the Weston Conference Center Afterwards, the AFCEA Alamo Chapter will host a social.
Date: Oct. 23,
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Location: Weston Conference Center..

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Hiring Fair
2024-10-24 11:00 - 15:00
Recruit Military will host this on-base event. It’s open to valid ID card holders.
The Job Fair will take place in the Ballroom.
Not familiar with Fort Sam Houston? Visitors should enter the Community Center via the Main Entrance (across from the parking lot).

Date: October 24
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Sam Houston Community Center, Bldg 1395, Chaffed Rd, 78234
Registration: https://my.recruitmilitary.com/events/job-fair-at-joint-base-san-antonio-october-24-2024
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Hiring Fair - Catholic Charities
2024-10-24 13:00 - 16:00
Date: October 24
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: 919 Mission Rd, San Antonio, TX 78210
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AFCEA Emerging Leaders Protege Night at TopGolf
2024-10-24 18:00
Join us for the Annual Alamo AFCEA Mentor-Protégé Night tailored for members aged 40 and under! This event is designed to connect emerging leaders with experienced mentors in a collaborative and engaging atmosphere. Enjoy insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and the chance to foster valuable relationships that can shape your professional journey. For those over 40 interested in supporting this initiative, please reach out to us at emergingleaders@alamoafcea.org for more information on how to support this event.
Please reach out to emergingleaders@alamoafcea.org for more information on sponsorships available.
Date: Oct. 24
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: TopGolf 55349 N Loop 1604 W
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Please Join Us to support the American Legion Riders fund raiser
2024-10-25 18:00 - 21:00
The American Legion Riders at Post 309, 8795 FM-1560 in Helotes, will host a pork chop dinner to support their mission to help and honor veterans. The cost for a one-inch pork chop, with a baked potato, a vegetable, salad, roll and desert is $20.

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Workforce Solutions Capital Area Job Fair
2024-10-26 08:00 - 17:00
The Texas Workforce Commission will host an Austin job fair to veterans and other job seekers.
Location: Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex
1156 Hargrave Street,
Time: Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Texas Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas Job Fair
2024-10-26 08:00 - 17:00
The Texas Workforce Commission will host a job fair for veterans and other job seekers in the Nacogdoches, Texas region.
Location: C.L. Simon Recreation Center
1112 North Street
Nacogdoches, TX
Time: Nov. 7, 10 am.-2 p.m.
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Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande Job Fair
2024-10-26 08:00 - 17:00
The Texas Workforce will host this job fair for Del Rio and nearby Laughlin AFB, Texas.
Location: Del Rio Civic Center, 4610 Cowhorn Creek Road, Del Rio.
Date: Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
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2024 Texas Veterans Service Fair
2024-10-26 09:00 - 13:00
Join St. Philips College Good Samaritan Veterans Outreach and Transition Center as they host this annual service fair.
The event will be held at 202 Connelly Street from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Texas Veterans Fair - St Philip's College
2024-10-26 09:30 - 13:00
St. Philip’s College is proud to announce its seventh annual Texas Veterans Fair, an event dedicated to honoring and supporting the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, and their families. This year’s event is co-sponsored by State Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins, Dist. 120.
The fair includes services, resources, information, and opportunities for servicemembers, retirees, and families. The event is free and open to the public. Breakfast and lunch will be provided at no cost.
Admission is free to the public

Date: October 26
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: 202 Connelly St, San Antonio, TX 78203

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Tulsa Toastmasters hosts virtual meeting for transitioning veterans
2024-10-28 00:00
Dr. Robby Hedricks, one of our MilTRAC board of advisor and colleague, believes Toastmasters International provides a wonderful opportunity to listen, speak and manage meetings. Most people think Toastmasters is about giving speeches, but it’s also provides an opportunity to manage a meeting and to listen for “ahs.”
For military professionals in transition, Toastmasters provides a wonderful opportunity to improve on a variety of communication skills.
His Tulsa, Okla., group meets virtually and has visitors from all over the world take part.
Want to know more about Toastmasters? You can find out more at this link.
Meanwhile, Hedricks welcomes military members and their families to his Monday event. (Note: Zoom link is below.)
Time: Mondays, (except holidays) 6:30 p.m.
Zoom link.

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Workforce Solutions Central Texas
2024-10-28 00:00
The Texas Workforce Solutions will host a job fair at Fort Cavozos.
Location: Lone Star Conference Center, Wainright Drive, Fort Cavozos.
Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Nov. 6
Note: Non-military visitors should visit the visitor center.

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Join Jon Foti of Operation Song for this podcast
2024-10-29
Jon Foti, Operation Song, is featured as the guest for this S.O.S. podcast.
Podcast link
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What you need to know for FEDVIP open season -- an online MOAA webinar
2024-10-29 13:00 - 14:30
The Military Officers Association of America will host a virtual workshop on TRICARE and the Medicare plan. It will also focus on other insurances programs such as the dental and vision plans available to military retirees and their family members.
Join Capt. Paul Frost, AFC®, USN (Ret), MOAA’s financial and benefits counselor, for an in-depth review of: these options to include:
• Open season dates for Medicare, TRICARE, and FEDVIP
• Original Medicare (Parts A and B) vs. Medicare Advantage Plans (MAPs, or Part C)
• The US Family Health Plan (USFHP)
• FEDVIP plan terminology
• 2025 prices (as available)
Date: Oct. 29
Time: 1-230 p.m. (CDT)
Registration: Please use this link to attend this event.

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New Retired Soldier Handbook available for all services
2024-10-31 08:00 - 17:00
If you are old enough to remember the enthusiasm of Steve Martin’s character in “The Jerk” for getting his telephone listing, then let us share Mark Overberg’s enthusiasm for the 2025 Retired Soldier Handbook.
“I can’t match Steve Martin’s enthusiasm, but I’m excited each year when the Army Retirement Services Office publishes the new US Army Retirement Planning Guide and Retired Soldier Handbook,” Overberg recently posted on his LinkedIn post.
“If you’re retiring from the military in the next 3 years, the RETIREMENT PLANNING GUIDE is your deskside advisor for this trip to your new life as a retired service member.,” he added.
Want to know more? Please click on the Steve Martin graphic above to go to the official link for this resource.

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Red, White and You Gulf Coast
2024-11-01 09:00 - 14:00
The Texas Workforce Commission is hosting this 5-hour job fair.
Location: NRG Center, 1 Fannin Street, Houston
Date: Nov. 1
Time: 9 am.-3 p.m.
Contract: Jacqueline.Felix@wrksolutions.com
713-669-5339
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Randolph AFB Appreciation Day
2024-11-02 08:00 - 11:00
Join other retirees for information on everything from ID cards, VA benefits and other programs.
Location: Randolph Kendrick Club
Date: Nov. 2, 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
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Join the American Legion for our monthly meeting
2024-11-02 08:00 - 17:00
The American Legion Post 10 will host its monthly breakfast meeting at 9 a.m. The post meets at Lupe Tortilla Mexican Restaurant at 21103 US 281. The post sponsors the community’s youth program including Scouting and the local junior ROTC program.
Date: November 2
Time: 9 a.m.
Event address: Lupe Tortilla Mexican Restaurant at 21103 US 281
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Universal City Veterans Day Parade
2024-11-02 10:30 - 12:30
Universal City will host its Veterans Day parade for the 50th year.
Join the American Legion Riders as they participate in this program.
Time: Nov. 2
Time: :10:30
Location: Randolph Plaza Shopping Center, 934 Pat Booker Road
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VFW Post 8541 Sick Call
2024-11-03 15:00 - 17:00
VFW Post 8541 hosts a sick call for homeless veterans.
Time: Nov. 3, 3-5 p.m.
Location: VFW Post 8541, 2222 Austin Highway, San Antonio
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