Blog Posts in "Hampton Roads Duty Station"

This is sure to be a magical experience for military daughters. This is the first time Operation That's My Dress will come to Hampton Roads. It isAll for FREE in true USO tradition, they will walk with a designer dress worth hundreds to thousands of dollars, and bags of makeup, hair and skin care products, and jewelry. That’s an experience that will last a lifetime. Please help spread the word on this once in a lifetime opportunity so military families find out about this wonderful day of pampering for our military daughters. USO Operation That’s My Dress Brings Day of Fashion to Military Tee... read more

The Troopster Story and How You Can Help Deployed Military Members This Holiday Season About Troopster Troopster was founded Thanksgiving Day 2015, by current active duty Navy Petty Officer Chelsea Mandello.Troopster is a website that provides personalized military care packages as well as donation packages to troops who are deployed or stationed from home. A simple and easy way to send a care package to a loved one serving overseas, families and friends can add photos, letters, games, snacks, toiletries and can even make special requests for additional items that might not be available on th... read more

Fall is one of my most favorite times of year. I love the changing leaves, cooler temps, bonfires, and the thrills of Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream. Kicking off September 23-October 29, 2017. Fill fall days with family fun and nights with fright at Busch Gardens®, select dates Sept. 23 - Oct. 29, 2017. Kid-friendly rides are open for families during the day, but at night Busch Gardens becomes home to a host of creepy creatures that wait for unsuspecting victims. Fear abounds with elaborate haunted houses, immersive themed Terror-tories™, challenging escape rooms and darkly entertaining shows. B... read more

Our friends at VetSource wants to work with you! Join the IVMF, #Walmart and the Coalition for Veteran Owned Business for #VetSource on Sept. 20 in #Norfolk to network with veteran-owned businesses and other procurement professionals. Learn more and register on their website at ivmf.syracuse.edu/vetsource . This is definitely worth taking a day off for. Walmart and the Coalition for Veteran Owned Business Host VetSource Event to Boost Business Opportunities for Veteran Entrepreneurs The first-of-its-kind event will connect veteran, military and military spouse business owners to Fortune 500 c... read more

The USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia with the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk present 2017 Military Appreciation Day! WHEN: Oct 8th, 2017 10:00 AM EDT (1000Q) WHERE: Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23504 This great partnership with the Virginia Zoo, allows us to provide FREE ADMISSION to Active Duty Military, Retired, National Guard, Reserves, and dependents. This is a fun day for military families that all ages can enjoy. We will have children’s games, giveaways, inflatables, face painting, and maybe one of your favorite super heroes! Stay tuned for more information!! Oct 8th, 2017... read more