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SUMMARY:Adrianna Domingos-Lupher\, Judy Davis Speak at Online Military Spouse Wellness Summit\, Oct 19-24\, 2015
DESCRIPTION:Adrianna Domingos-Lupher and Judy Davis\, coauthors of Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life\, are among key speakers at the first Military Spouse Wellness Summit\, held online October 19-24\, 2015. \nThe free online summit is organized by In-Dependent.org and The Army Wife Network and sponsored by The USAA Educational Foundation. The theme is “Invest in Yourself” and is aimed at military spouse health and wellness.  Summit participants will receive ten interviews from health\, nutrition\, fitness\, and financial experts specially recruited for the summit to help inspire military spouses to thrive. Military spouses can register at the In-Dependent.org site. \nThe schedule for the week includes: \nDay 1/Oct 19: Invest in Your Future – Sponsored by the USAA Educational Foundation  \nScott Halliwell of the USAA Educational Foundation will speak about dealing with money stress in a relationship.  Scott is a Certified Financial Planner and financial readiness program lead with The USAA Educational Foundation\, a nonprofit\, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving financial readiness for the military and local community. \nAdrianna Domingos-Lupher will talk about bringing health\, wellness\, and balance to your finances.  Adrianna is the CEO of MSB New Media with its flagship online magazine\, NextGen MilSpouse. She wrote “Smart Money” in Stories Around the Table. She is also the cofounder of SpouseBox\, a subscription box that introduces subscribers to new and exciting military spouse and veteran made products. The White House recently honored Adrianna as a Military Spouse Entrepreneur Champion of Change. \nDay 2/Oct 20: Invest in Physical and Mental Health – Sponsored by QALO Rings \nJudy Davis\, The Direction Diva\, will talk about the emotions of military life.  Judy is a motivational speaker\, published author\, and lifestyle blogger as well as military life and teen suicide prevention expert. She is the author of multiple books including Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down\, Warning Signs: Is Your Teen at Risk? and the essay “My Son’s Battle” in Stories Around the Table. A spouse of an active duty Army service member\, Judy is known to reveal the unspoken truths of military life and provides action-oriented solutions to military families. \nRuvi Makuni\, owner of Fit. Active. Toned.\, will speak about how to make fitness non-negotiable. Ruvi is a certified fitness and nutrition coach who helps people get FAT online and in person. She is passionate about providing convenient fitness and nutrition solutions to make it easy for people to get back on track with their health and fitness goals. She knows how difficult it can be to try to make health and lifestyle changes on your own\, especially if you have a hectic work schedule and family obligations. \nDay 3/Oct 21: Invest in Eating Well – Sponsored by MSB New Media  \nCapt. Kimberly Elenberg\, of Operation Live Well\, addresses how to make healthy eating choices on your military installation. Capt. Elenberg supports the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs as the Defense Health Agency Program Manager for Health Promotion. During her career\, she has responded to many disasters and in 2009 was selected as the Nurse Responder of the year as well as the USPHS Responder of the Year from among all service categories and service members. \nKiersten Peterson\, nutritional therapy practitioner\, of the blog Vibrant Life Army Wife\, describes how to clean up your diet while maintaining your sanity. Kiersten is an Army wife and after years of digestive distress\, thyroid issues\, anxiety\, and constant fatigue\, Kiersten discovered real food and started her journey to heal her body with real\, nutrient dense food. She recently opened up her practice as a nutritional therapy practitioner with the goal of helping others find true healing and vibrant health through real food. \nDay 4/Oct 22: Invest in Your Relationship – Sponsored by Thrive Market  \nCorie Weathers is a licensed professional counselor and the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year who talks about how to build a strong relationship with your spouse.  Corie is a licensed professional counselor that has worked with individuals and families for almost 15 years. She is certified in Prolonged Exposure for use in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder from the Department of Defense Center for Deployment Psychology.  She sees many military members and their families who struggle with the hidden wounds of war. \nBrad Willis\, also known as Bhava Ram\, is the founder of Warriors for Healing.  He talks about Yoga for you and your spouse and how to mitigate anxiety and PTSD.  Bhava Ram is a former NBC News war correspondent who covered the Gulf War and Afghanistan.  A broken back and failed surgery ended his career. Dealing with cancer\, drugs and alcohol\, he healed himself through the mind-body sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda. He devotes his life to sharing the miracle of self-healing with others. Bhava Ram is the author of three books: The memoir Warrior Pose: How Yoga Literally Saved My Life\, The 8 Limbs of Yoga: Pathway to Liberation\, and Deep Yoga: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times. \nDay 5/Oct 23: Invest in Preventative Wellness – Sponsored by MetLife Dental  \nTracey Pearcell is the regional dental benefits advisor for Metlife TRICARE Dental.  She speaks on how stress affects your dental care.  As a dental benefits advisor\, she educates the military community about the benefits they are entitled to receive. In addition to working with MetLife\, she was an Air Force active duty service member and now serves as a member of the Air National Guard. Tracy is also a spouse of a retired active duty service member. \nLeslie Brians\, a military spouse talks about how to make Tricare work for you.  A former college athlete with a passion for real food and fitness\, Leslie understands the importance of a group setting to motivate and encourage a healthy lifestyle. Leslie married into the military in 2009 and has lived both stateside and in Europe. \nFacebook Group and GIVEAWAYS: \nAll participants of the Military Spouse Wellness Summit 2015 will have access to a private Facebook group (join when you register). In this group\, participants will be able to post questions\, interact with other summit participants\, and win some fun giveaways. Winners will be selected based on active participation in the daily prize discussion thread. \nAmong the giveaways: a Right Side Up Book Club Kit and a Military Spouse Journey Book Club Kit! \nOn Saturday/Oct 24 the SpouseBox grand-prize winner will be announced. \n  \n 
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/domingos-lupher-davis-wellness-oct2015/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family,Speaker,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Amy Bushatz Guest Expert for InDependent MilSpo's Guide to Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Stories Around the Table coauthor Amy Bushatz is among the all-star lineup of guest experts in the new InDependent online program for military spouses\, MilSpo’s Guide to Self-Care. \nThe free online program will occur monthly from January through September 2016\, with each month featuring experts presenting health and wellness content as it relates to military life. Program participants receive a 30- to 60-minute prerecorded interview\, book club recommendation\, access to a private support group\, one group coaching session\, and an in-person or virtual meet up. The program is designed specifically to help military spouses practice self-care and encourage them to invest time in themselves each month. \nMilitary spouses can register at In-Dependent.org. \nThe idea for the MilSpo’s Guide to Self-Care was inspired by the first-ever online 2015 Military Spouse Wellness Summit (MSWS) cohosted by InDependent and Army Wife Network. The event attracted more than 2\,000 participants from Kansas to Japan. The next summit is scheduled for October 2016. \nMilSpo’s Guide to Self-Care experts and themes include: \n\nJanuary: “Power of Choice” hosted by Kathy Stoddard Torrey\, Tapfer Consulting\nFebruary: “The Art of Advocating for Yourself” hosted by Olivia Jaras\, Salary Coaching for Women\nMarch: “Time Management” hosted by Amy Bushatz\, Humans Outside\n\nAll participants will be eligible to win monthly giveaways donated by program sponsors like eMeals\, Amazon\, and Elva Resa Publishing. \nInDependent was founded by military spouses for military spouses\, with the goal to create a thriving community of military spouses who inspire each other to make health and wellness a priority. InDependent is a campaign of Public Health Foundation Enterprises\, a 501c(3) nonprofit and nationally recognized leader in fiscal sponsorship for more than 45 years.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/bushatz-independent-jan2016/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family,Speaker,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Judy Davis Guest on The Bruce & Blanquita Show Friday\, April 15\, 2016
DESCRIPTION:Legendary radio hosts Bruce Hathaway and Blanquita Cullum welcome guest Judy Davis on The Bruce and Blanquita Show\, Friday\, April 15\, 2016\, 7 AM – 8 AM Central\, airing on the No Bull Radio Network 92.1 FM in San Antonio\, Texas. \nJudy is the cofounder of DASIUM (formerly Living Thru Crisis)\, a company leading the way in prevention of depression\, addiction\, and suicide in teens and young adults. Judy will talk about the growing crisis of suicide in the military community\, sharing tips and strategies families can use in everyday life to maintain healthy lives and support systems. \nJudy is the author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down; Warning Signs: A Parenting Guide for Discovering if Your Teen is at Risk for Depression\, Addiction\, or Suicide; and “My Son’s Battle” in Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life. \nThe Bruce and Blanquita Show is available live 7 AM – 8 AM Central and replayed throughout the day on No Bull Radio. \n—— \nDid you miss the broadcast? Listen online.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis-blanquita-april2016/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family,Radio Show
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SUMMARY:USO San Diego Distributes Disney DVDs for Month of the Military Child
DESCRIPTION:Courageous boys and girls throughout the US stand in steadfast support of their military service member throughout moves and deployments. Every April\, organizations and communities honor children of military families as part of Month of the Military Child. \nThis year\, USO San Diego thanks our brave military children’s readiness and resiliency with a giant DVD distribution. Each registered child will have the opportunity to select a Disney DVD. \nProgram Details \nDate: Wednesday\, April 20th\nTime: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nLocation: USO San Diego Downtown Center\nAddress: 303 A Street\, Suite 100\, San Diego\, CA 92101\nRefreshments: Papa John’s pizza will be served in the Café\n\n\n*10 military children have the opportunity to select a family friendly Disney movie every 5 minutes! \n\nParking\nThe ACE Parking Lot #12\, located diagonally across from our Downtown Center entrance\, is available. Parking passes are located on the USO website and are available at the center. Metered street parking is also available. No parking will be allowed inside USO San Diego’s garage.\n\n\nProgram Requirements\n\nA valid Active-Duty\, Reserve\, Guard or Dependent Military ID\nOpen to legal dependents of Active-Duty\, Reserve\, or Guard (Ages Birth-18)\n\nRegistration\nPLEASE NOTE: Registration is now closed; all 480 spots have been registered. Please arrive in time for the slot you signed up for during registration.\n\n\nPlease check the USO San Diego Facebook page for updates.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/uso-sandiego-april2016/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family
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SUMMARY:Holly Scherer Shares Her Inspiring Story at the Spouses' Club of Fort Eustis Luncheon April 21\, 2016
DESCRIPTION:* * * PLEASE NOTE: Due to a family emergency\, Holly will not be able to make the luncheon as planned. However\, Fort Eustis spouses are still in for a real treat: Janine Boldrin\, coauthor of Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life\, will share her story! \n  \n* * * \nHolly Scherer\, coauthor of Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life\, and Military Spouse Journey: Discover the Possibilities & Live Your Dreams\, is the guest speaker at the Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis April luncheon on Thursday\, April 21\, 2016\, 10:30 AM – 1 PM Eastern at the Fort Eustis Club\, 2123 Pershing Ave\, Fort Eustis\, Virginia. \nIn May 2015\, several Fort Eustis military spouses attended Dove Real Beauty’s Operation in Touch event at Kingsmill Resort for women in the military and LOVED it! The event featured inspiring speakers\, all coauthors of Stories Around the Table. Everyone in attendance received a copy of the book. \nThe Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis chose to use Stories Around the Table as a launch pad for their yearly theme “What’s your story? Everyone has one!” Each month throughout this year\, a military spouse shared her story with the group. \nTo close out this exceptional year-long story sharing\, Holly will share her inspirational journey through military life and beyond. \nCheck-in begins at 10:30; lunch will be served at 11. Cost is $20 per person. Please RSVP to the Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis by April 18. Limited childcare is available for children nine months old to five years old. \nSharing stories creates supportive communities. Host a Stories Experience in your community. \n 
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/scherer-eustis-april2016/
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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SUMMARY:Weathers\, Hoppin\, Domingos-Lupher Speak at Military Spouse of the Year Awards May 4-5\, 2016
DESCRIPTION:Several Elva Resa authors will attend the Military Spouse of the Year Awards events in the Washington\, DC area May 4-5\, 2016. \n \nStories Around the Table coauthor Sue Hoppin\, founder and president of National Military Spouse Network\, will keynote the Military Spouse magazine Military Spouse of the Year Town Hall on Wednesday\, May 4\, 2016 at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington\, Virginia. \n \nCorie Weathers\, author of the forthcoming Sacred Spaces and 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year (and Army MSOY)\, will lead a Spouse of the Year panel and breakout session with fellow MSOYs Jana Kingery (Air Force )\, Stacey Benson (Coast Guard)\, Nicole Spaid (Marine Corps)\, Julia Kysela (National Guard)\, and Tammy Meyer (Navy). \n \nFollowing lunch\, Stories Around the Table coauthor Adrianna Domingos-Lupher\, 2015 MacDill Spouse of the Year and founder of MSB New Media and Next Gen MilSpouse\, will participate in a business and entrepreneur panel led by Lakesha Cole\, 2014 AFI Military Spouse of the Year and founder of MilSpouseprenuer. \nCurrent Military Spouse of the Year Corie Weathers will keynote the MSOY Awards VIP luncheon in Washington\, DC on May 5\, 2016\, when the 2016 AFI Military Spouse of the Year will be announced. \nAmong other insights\, Corie will share her life-changing experience traveling overseas with Secretary of Defense Ash Carter in December. The journey helped her gain a new perspective on deployment and her military marriage. Her memoir Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage is available for preorder from MilitaryFamilyBooks.com.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/msoy-may2016/
CATEGORIES:Influencer Event,Keynote,Military/Military Family
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SUMMARY:Schellhaas Signs New Memoir at BEA May 13\, 2016
DESCRIPTION:Kristine Schellhaas\, coauthor of Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life will sign copies of her new memoir 15 Years of War: How the Longest War in U.S. History Affected a Military Family in Love\, Loss\, and the Cost Of Service at BookExpo America (BEA) on Friday\, May 13\, 2016 12-12:30 PM Central in the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) Cooperative Booth 2229\, McCormick Place\, Chicago. \nBEA is the largest publishing event in North America\, attracting booksellers\, librarians\, educators\, specialty retailers\, and authors. IBPA is the largest publishing trade association in the US. \n15 Years of War provides a unique he said/she said perspective on coping with war in modern-day America. It reveals a true account of how a dedicated Marine and his equally committed spouse faced unfathomable challenges and achieved triumph\, from the days just before 9/11 through 15 years of training workups\, deployments\, and other separations. \nThis story of faith\, love\, and resilience offers insight into how a decade and a half of war has redefined what it means to be a military family. \nBooksellers\, librarians\, and other BEA attendees are invited to come receive a complimentary signed copy of the book at the booth at noon. \nBONUS: \nFans of Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life: If you bring your own copy of the book to the booth between Noon and 1 PM\, coauthors Karen Pavlicin-Fragnito and Kristine Schellhaas will both be available to sign your book!
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/schellhaas-bea-may2016/
LOCATION:McCormick Place\, 2301 S King Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Military/Military Family
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SUMMARY:Judy Davis Keynotes Dove Real Beauty's Women in the Military Luncheon May 18\, 2016
DESCRIPTION:Judy Davis\, author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down is the keynote speaker at Dove Real Beauty’s 3rd annual “Women of the Military” luncheon. Sponsored by Unilever’s Operation In Touch\, the event takes place Wednesday\, May 18\, 2016\, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM Eastern at the Kingsmill Resort\, 1010 Kingsmill Road\, Williamsburg\, Virginia. \nJudy’s talk includes: \nDiscover Your Difference \n\nMilitary life puts us in a constant state of change. It’s important to discover who we are\, manage expectations\, take care of ourselves\, and embrace our uniqueness.\n\nMaking Your Difference \n\nHow do you make a difference in the world without losing yourself?\n\nJudy will share tips from her book and also sign copies following the luncheon. All attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Right Side Up. \nRegistration is free\, but seats are limited: http://bit.ly/1NkIu5m \n 
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis-dove-may2016/
LOCATION:Kingsmill Resort\, 1010 Kingsmill Road\, Williamsburg\,\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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SUMMARY:Sacred Spaces Military Marriage Webinar July 25\, 2016\, 8PM Eastern
DESCRIPTION:Corie Weathers\, author of Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage\, is hosting a FREE marriage webinar on Monday. July 25\, 2016 at 8 PM Eastern/ 7 PM Central. She will talk about how to intentionally pursue your spouse’s heart by creating more shared sacred spaces in your marriage. \nThe webinar is part of Corie’s Intentional Marriage Challenge\, an outgrowth of her many years of marriage to her Army chaplain husband\, Matthew\, and her recent overseas journey with Secretary of Defense Carter\, which brought a new perspective to her own marriage and her ministry as a counselor to military and first-responder couples. \nRegister for free at Enliven Marriage to join the webinar.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/sacred-spaces-webinar-july2016/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Corie Weathers Shares Sacred Spaces on Army Wife Talk Radio Aug 1\, 2016\, 7 PM CT
DESCRIPTION:Corie Weathers\, author of Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage\, is a featured guest on Army Wife Talk Radio on Monday\, August 1\, 2016 at 7 PM Central. She will talk about her new book and the journey that helped her discover a new perspective of her military marriage. \nAs the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year\, Corie traveled on an overseas holiday trip with US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter in December 2015. She wanted to better understand her husband’s deployments and share her experience with other military spouses. \nLike many military couples\, Corie and her husband\, Matt\, an Army chaplain\, accumulated significant unshared moments during Matt’s deployments. Matt lost friends and fellow soldiers to combat in Afghanistan. On the home front\, Corie sat with bereaved military families and walked through dark days with new widows as a friend and professional counselor. When Matt returned\, he and Corie began using the term “sacred spaces” for these and other significant moments they had experienced independently. After multiple deployments\, sacred spaces were taking up a lot of emotional room in their relationship. \nCorie’s trip brought her to Turkey\, Iraq\, Afghanistan\, and the Persian Gulf\, where she spoke with military families stationed overseas and deployed troops on the ground\, in the air\, and at sea.  As she sat in the belly of a C-17\, where her husband had said goodbye to the remains of friends and fellow soldiers\, as she touched with her own hands the memorial at FOB Fenty and reflected on her grief as a care team member following the battle of COP Keating\, Corie realized this journey was about much more than the push-pull of duty away from loved ones. \nListen in as Corie talks about her powerful experience\, the impact of sacred spaces in any marriage\, and how couples can strengthen their relationship by intentionally pursuing their spouse’s heart. \nArmy Wife Talk Radio is an internet talk radio show for Army wives\, by Army wives. Listen to the show.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/weathers-awtr-aug2016/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family,Radio Show
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SUMMARY:Sacred Spaces Book Club Discussion August 30\, 2016\, 9 PM EST
DESCRIPTION:Corie Weathers\, author of Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage\, will join Military Spouse magazine for a book club discussion Tuesday\, August 30\, 2016 at 9 PM Eastern. \nAs the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year\, Corie traveled on an overseas holiday trip with US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter in December 2015. She wanted to better understand her husband’s deployments and share her experience with other military spouses. \nLike many military couples\, Corie and her husband\, Matt\, an Army chaplain\, accumulated significant unshared moments during Matt’s deployments. Matt lost friends and fellow soldiers to combat in Afghanistan. On the home front\, Corie sat with bereaved military families and walked through dark days with new widows as a friend and professional counselor. When Matt returned\, he and Corie began using the term “sacred spaces” for these and other significant moments they had experienced independently. After multiple deployments\, sacred spaces were taking up a lot of emotional room in their relationship. \nCorie’s trip brought her to Turkey\, Iraq\, Afghanistan\, and the Persian Gulf\, where she spoke with military families stationed overseas and deployed troops on the ground\, in the air\, and at sea.  As she sat in the belly of a C-17\, where her husband had said goodbye to the remains of friends and fellow soldiers\, as she touched with her own hands the memorial at FOB Fenty and reflected on her grief as a care team member following the battle of COP Keating\, Corie realized this journey was about much more than the push-pull of duty away from loved ones. \nJoin in the discussion as Corie talks about her powerful experience\, the impact of sacred spaces in any marriage\, and how couples can strengthen their relationship by intentionally pursuing their spouse’s heart. \nRegister for the book club discussion. \nBuy the paperback from MilitaryFamilyBooks.com or Amazon.com.\nBuy the ebook from MilitaryFamilyBooks.com (nonKindle) or Amazon.com (Kindle).
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/ss-bookclub-aug2016/
CATEGORIES:Book Club,Military/Military Family
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SUMMARY:Ft Drum-Area MilKids Invited to Fun Night of Music and Books\, Fri.\, Sept. 16\, 2016\, 6:30-8:30 PM EDT
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate being a military kid with this special night of music\, books\, and fun for Fort Drum-area military kids\, Friday\, September 16\, 2016\, 6:30-8:30 PM Eastern\, at The Reading Room Bookstore\, 21182 Salmon Run Mall Loop W\, Ste A102\, Watertown\, New York. \nYou’ll meet Janine Boldrin\, coauthor of Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life\, and the editorial director of Military Kids’ Life magazine. \nMilitary Kids’ Life magazine is the only print magazine written by military kids for military kids. The current issue of the magazine is all about music\, being strong\, and the awesomeness of your military home. \nKids will have the chance to step up to the mic and sing to their favorite tunes (and wow the mall with their military kid talent!)\, show off their strength\, and make a fun craft that tells the story of their military life. \nThe Reading Room will have a selection of Elva Resa books for purchase. Books like Night Catch\, Deployment Journal for Kids\, and The Wishing Tree\, were created especially for military kids! \nThis event is open to kids of all ages\, but older elementary\, middle school\, and high school kids are especially invited to attend. Drop off your story samples and talk to the Janine to be considered for publication in the next issue of Military Kids’ Life! \nSubscribe to Military Kids’ Life and receive four issues per year of awesome milkid content!
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/mkl-ftdrum-sept2016/
CATEGORIES:Bookseller Event,Military/Military Family
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SUMMARY:AUSA\, Homefront United Host SpouseTalks for Reserve and National Guard Spouses\, Sept. 22\, 2016\, 9:30AM - 2PM
DESCRIPTION:The Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Family Readiness Directorate and Homefront United Network\, the New Jersey National Guard Family Programs\, will host a SpouseTalks Military Family Forum on Thursday\, September 22\, 2016\, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM EDT\, at the New Jersey National Guard Armory\, 1048 US Highway 206 S\, Bordentown\, New Jersey. \nThe event is open to all active duty\, reserve\, National Guard\, retiree\, veteran\, and surviving military spouses\, as well as service members and veterans. Recognizing that the Reserve and National Guard spouse experience is different from active duty life\, this interactive experience was designed with the Reserve and National Guard spouse in mind.  Spouses will have the chance to find impactful support\, share coping tips\, and create a network of like-minded friends with similar experiences and challenges\, especially those challenges families face when geographically dispersed from a military installation. \nPatty Barron\, Director of AUSA Family Readiness\, will kick off the event with opening remarks\, joined by welcoming remarks from USAA\, the Military Family Forum sponsor. \nAngela Caban and Homefront United Network will lead a two-hour interactive session focused on developing relationships within the military spouse community. \nAt the conclusion of the event\, an Exhibit Fair will showcase community partners and resources for participants. A complimentary lunch will be provided for those who attend and youth activities will be provided for children ages three and older. Books for the event include Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life\, written by more than 40 military family writers\, and Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down by Judy Davis. \nSpouseTalks is sponsored by USAA and local businesses. Register at HomefrontUnited.com.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/spousetalks-sept2016/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family
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SUMMARY:Corie Weathers Hosts Military Spouse Wellness Summit Oct 17-22\, 2016
DESCRIPTION:Corie Weathers\, author of Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage will host the second annual Military Spouse Wellness Summit October 17-22\, 2016. This online event includes ten guest expert interviews to listen to in the comfort of your home or on the go\, plus an array of holistic marriage resources. \nOrganized by InDependent.org\, this year’s summit focuses on how to achieve health and wellness independently in mind\, body\, and emotion\, and thereby impact your military marriage. \nThe virtual event for military spouses starts Monday\, October 17 and ends Friday\, October 22. Saturday\, October 23 is a bonus day\, when InDependent will announce the grand prize winner of an amazing Ocean Getaway for Two grand prize\, sponsored by the Military Benefit Association. \nEach day\, two expert interviews will arrive in your inbox. General Admission members (free) will be able to access these interviews only during the summit week. VIP members ($27) will have access to these interviews indefinitely. The only way you will have access to the interviews is by registering for the event. The interviews are accessible through your computer or mobile device and are designed for you to listen to at home or on the go. \n  \nA licensed professional counselor (LPC)\, your host Corie Weathers is a sought-after speaker\, consultant\, and author of the recently-released book Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage. Corie started her career as a counselor specializing in marriage\, divorce\, women’s issues\, and substance abuse. She married a US Army chaplain and together they support service members and first-responder families. As the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year\, Corie advocated for mental health issues and served as a media correspondent\, consulting for command teams\, and speaking to groups about issues like PTSD\, grief\, and marriage. \nSummit event sponsors include: \nTitle Sponsor: Armed Forces Insurance \nGrand Prize Sponsor: Military Benefit Association \nWellness Sponsors: Association of the United States Army\, Chris Kyle Frog Foundation\, Dove\, NextGen Milspouse Network  \nMedia Sponsors: MSBNew Media\, Army Wife Network\, Blue Star Families\, Germono Advertising Company\, Military Spouse Advocacy Network\, PCS Grades \nNonprofit Partners: Chris Kyle Frog Foundation\, Healing Household 6\, The MilSpo Project\, Project Sanctuary \nPrize Sponsors: emeals\, Elva Resa Publishing\, Gaia\, Green Chef\, QALO\, R.Riveter\, Thrive Market\, Warrior Spirit / Mission Homefront\, Zest Tea\, ZZZBears
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/weathers-milso-summit-oct2016/
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Military/Military Family,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Ft Stewart PWOC Hosts Valentine Event for Military Couples\, Friday\, February 10\, 2017\, 6-9 PM
DESCRIPTION:Corie Weathers\, author of Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage\, and her husband\, US Army Chaplain Matthew Weathers\, are guest speakers at a special Valentine evening for military couples. Hosted by Fort Stewart PWOC\, the event takes place Friday\, February 10\, 2017\, 6-9 PM Eastern. \nAn Evening in Paris – Fort Stewart\nWhen: Friday\, February 10\, 2017\, 6-9 PM\nWHERE: Fort Stewart Main Chapel\, BLDG 500\, 10 Garry Owen St\, Fort Stewart\nHost: Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC) of Fort Stewart\, Georgia\nAUDIENCE: Military couples\nCost: $10 per couple\, limited seating\nTo attend: Tickets are available on a first-come basis beginning January 28.\nContact Roxanne Walker\, Stewartpwoc@gmail.com \nAn Evening in Paris\, hosted at Fort Stewart\, Georgia\, will be an elegant evening for military couples to celebrate their marriage\, spend time with one another\, and be reminded of the joy of their relationship. The theme focuses on the power that love\, faith\, and hope have in a healthy marriage. The event will be catered and include giveaways and the 3ID Jazz Band. Tickets are $10 per couple and seating is limited. \nUS Army Chaplain Matthew Weathers and his wife Corie Weathers\, a licensed counselor and the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year\, will speak at the event. The couple will share their own story as detailed in Corie’s book Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage\, and offer encouraging ideas for ways military couples can better communicate and see their marriage thrive in the military lifestyle. \nIf you are unable to attend this special evening\, you may meet Corie and Matt at a Barnes & Noble booksigning\, Saturday\, February 11\, at 2 PM at Oglethorpe Mall\, Savannah. The booksigning is open to the public and does not require a reservation or ticket. \nMatthew and Corie Weathers on Military Marriage:\nMatthew\, an active duty US Army Chaplain\, and Corie\, a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year\, have a passion for serving military and first responder families. The couple has worked together to support service members and families involved with the Global War on Terrorism. They cohost marriage retreats and offer an online marriage program designed to improve intimacy and connection. Corie speaks nationally on topics such as PTSD\, grief\, marriage\, and military family culture. \n“A surprising amount of military marriage is lived out separately rather than together. A couple can experience different perspectives of the same event at varying levels of intensity and sacrifice that can lead to a gap of understanding between them\,” says Matthew. “Our own marriage changed for the better when we realized we needed to respectfully create a space where we could share our individual experiences with each other\, without judgment or criticism. In those moments\, we grew exponentially closer\, thereby creating our own shared sacred space.” \nCorie adds\, “As a mental health counselor\, I found that many military couples struggle to share with one another the deep toll deployments\, loss\, fear\, and sacrifice have had on each of them individually. Over time\, couples can feel misunderstood and disconnected. To save our marriages from years of deployment cycles\, trauma\, and the interruption of family life\, couples must find a way to talk about the most sacred moments in their lives.” \nLocal Stewart/Hunter Ties:\nDuring Matt’s second deployment to Afghanistan\, he was stationed with Fort Stewart-based 3rd Infantry Division. A group of special operation soldiers out of Hunter Army Airfield gave him a ride back to the US for an important ceremony in Washington\, DC\, to support a fellow soldier. \nCorie says\, “Matt will be forever grateful for those guys. They had a part in changing our lives and our story.” \nAbout the Book:\nAs the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year\, Corie Weathers traveled on an overseas holiday trip with US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter in December 2015. She wanted to better understand her husband Matt’s deployments and share her experience with other military spouses. \nLike many military couples\, Corie and Matt accumulated significant unshared moments during Matt’s deployments. Matt lost friends and fellow soldiers to combat in Afghanistan. On the home front\, Corie sat with bereaved military families and walked through dark days with new widows as a friend and professional counselor. When Matt returned\, he and Corie began using the term “sacred spaces” for these and other significant moments they had experienced independently. After multiple deployments\, sacred spaces were taking up a lot of emotional room in their relationship. \nCorie didn’t choose the timing or circumstances of her trip with Secretary Carter—Christmastime\, in the midst of her family’s second cross-state move in six months—but it seemed the perfect opportunity for Corie and Matt to gain a better understanding of each other’s perspectives. \nMatt experienced life on the home front with new eyes as he moved their household belongings\, prepared for the holidays\, and settled their two young sons into their new school. \nCorie’s trip brought her to Turkey\, Iraq\, Afghanistan\, and the Persian Gulf\, where she spoke with military families stationed overseas and deployed troops on the ground\, in the air\, and at sea. As she sat in the belly of a C-17\, where her husband had said goodbye to the remains of friends and fellow soldiers\, as she touched with her own hands the memorial at FOB Fenty and reflected on her grief as a care team member following the battle of COP Keating\, Corie realized this journey was about much more than the push-pull of duty away from loved ones. \nThis was a journey to the heart of her marriage\, a place where she would have to leave behind her resentment in exchange for ground she and her husband had surrendered to hurt\, misunderstanding\, loss—and to Afghanistan. \nCorie set out on this trip hoping to gain a better understanding of her husband and his deployment experience\, but along the way\, she discovered a whole new perspective of herself and her military marriage. \n  \n 
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/stewart-pwoc-feb2017/
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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SUMMARY:Corie Weathers Reading & Booksigning\, Barnes & Noble\, Savannah\, Saturday\, February 11\, 2017\, 2 PM
DESCRIPTION:Elva Resa author Corie Weathers\, and her husband\, Army Chaplain Matthew Weathers\, will read together portions of Corie’s book Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage at a booksigning event Saturday\, February 11\, 2017 at 2 PM Eastern. The event takes place at Barnes & Noble\, Oglethorpe Mall\, 7804 Abercorn\, Savannah\, Georgia. \nCopies of Sacred Spaces will be available for sale at Barnes & Noble during the event and Corie will sign purchased books following the reading. \nAbout the book: \nAs the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year\, Corie traveled on an overseas holiday trip with US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter in December 2015. She wanted to better understand her husband’s deployments and share her experience with other military spouses. \nLike many military couples\, Corie and Matt accumulated significant unshared moments during Matt’s deployments. Matt lost friends and fellow soldiers to combat in Afghanistan. On the home front\, Corie sat with bereaved military families and walked through dark days with new widows as a friend and professional counselor. When Matt returned\, he and Corie began using the term “sacred spaces” for these and other significant moments they had experienced independently. After multiple deployments\, sacred spaces were taking up a lot of emotional room in their relationship. \nCorie didn’t choose the timing or circumstances of her trip with Secretary Carter—Christmastime\, in the midst of her family’s second cross-state move in six months—but it seemed the perfect opportunity for Corie and Matt to gain a better understanding of each other’s perspectives. \nMatt experienced life on the home front with new eyes as he moved their household belongings\, prepared for the holidays\, and settled their two young sons into their new school. \nCorie’s trip brought her to Turkey\, Iraq\, Afghanistan\, and the Persian Gulf\, where she spoke with military families stationed overseas and deployed troops on the ground\, in the air\, and at sea.  As she sat in the belly of a C-17\, where her husband had said goodbye to the remains of friends and fellow soldiers\, as she touched with her own hands the memorial at FOB Fenty and reflected on her grief as a care team member following the battle of COP Keating\, Corie realized this journey was about much more than the push-pull of duty away from loved ones. \nThis was a journey to the heart of her marriage\, a place where she would have to leave behind her resentment in exchange for ground she and her husband had surrendered to hurt\, misunderstanding\, loss—and to Afghanistan. \nCorie set out on this trip hoping to gain a better understanding of her husband and his deployment experience\, but along the way\, she discovered a whole new perspective of herself and her military marriage. \nLocal ties:\nDuring Matt’s second deployment to Afghanistan\, he was stationed with Fort Stewart-based 3rd Infantry Division. He needed a ride back to the US for an important ceremony in Washington\, DC\, to support a fellow soldier. \nFrom Sacred Spaces: “Fortunately\, he encountered a group of special operation soldiers out of Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah\, Georgia.  They were headed home and heard that Matt was trying to get back to the US and why.  They ripped off Matt’s unit patch and told him he could be their chaplain for the duration of the trip back to their home base.  All he had to do was pray over their flight home.” \nCorie says\, “Matt will be forever grateful for the guys who snatched him up.  They had a part in changing our lives and our story.” \nThe event: \nCorie and Matt will read excerpts from the book at 2 PM and talk briefly about the impact of sacred spaces in their marriage and how couples can strengthen their relationship by intentionally creating shared sacred spaces. The booksigning will follow immediately after the reading.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/weathers-bn-feb2017/
LOCATION:Barnes & Noble\,  Oglethorpe Mall\, 7804 Abercorn Ext. 72\, Savannah\, 31406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Bookseller Event,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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SUMMARY:Judy Davis Keynotes MilSpouseFest2017 in San Antonio\, March 1\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:Judy Davis\, author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down\, is a keynote speaker for the MilSpouseFest2017 event series. The first event takes place in San Antonio\, Texas\, on Wednesday\, March 1\, 2017\, 9 AM – 2 PM at The Veranda\, 1746 Lockhill Selma Rd\, San Antonio. \nWhether you’re a seasoned military spouse\, newbie\, or somewhere in between\, whether you’re the most popular person on base or you haven’t met anyone yet\, MilspouseFest2017 is for every military spouse at every stage of life. \nMilitary life doesn’t have to be lonely. Come spend a fun day with other military spouses who are facing some of the same challenges—and rewards—of military life. \nDuring the event\, you’ll participate in hands-on activities and interactive discussions. There are no lectures or PowerPoint presentations. Just a day of fun\, laughter\, food\, prizes\, and most of all community! Guests and speakers are connected to the military (many of them military spouses). \nStay for “After Hours” if you’d like to hang out with new friends you’ve made or have questions for speakers or sponsors. \nRegister for free online at EventBrite or contact MilitaryOneClick.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis-milspousefest-sanantonio-march1-2017/
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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SUMMARY:Judy Davis Keynotes MilSpouseFest2017 in Jacksonville\, NC\, March 30\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:Judy Davis\, author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down\, is a keynote speaker for the MilSpouseFest2017 event series. She will speak near Camp Lejeune on Thursday\, March 30\, 2017\, 9 AM – 2 PM at Courtyard Marriott\, 5046 Henderson Dr\, Jacksonville\, North Carolina. \nWhether you’re a seasoned military spouse\, newbie\, or somewhere in between\, whether you’re the most popular person on base or you haven’t met anyone yet\, MilspouseFest2017 is for every military spouse at every stage of life. \nMilitary life doesn’t have to be lonely. Come spend a fun day with other military spouses who are facing some of the same challenges—and rewards—of military life. \nDuring the event\, you’ll participate in hands-on activities and interactive discussions. There are no lectures or PowerPoint presentations. Just a day of fun\, laughter\, food\, prizes\, and most of all community! Guests and speakers are connected to the military (many of them military spouses). \nStay for “After Hours” if you’d like to hang out with new friends you’ve made or have questions for speakers or sponsors. \nRegister for free online at EventBrite or contact MilitaryOneClick.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis-milspousefest2017-lejeune-march30-2017/
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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SUMMARY:Henderson Hall Children's Fair\, MilitaryFamilyBooks.com Author Book Signing\, Saturday\, April 29\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the Month of the Military Child\, Marine & Family Programs is hosting the 10th Annual Children’s Fair at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall  on Saturday\, April 29\, 2017\, 10 AM – 2 PM Eastern in the Cpl Terry L Smith Gym. \nCome to the MilitaryFamilyBooks.com book table for a book sale from 10 AM – 2 PM\, with a Meet-the-Authors Book Signing 11 AM – 1 PM. \n \nFeatured authors and the books they will be signing: \n\nAlia Reese\, author of My Daddy Is a Marine.\nKristin Ayyar\, author of Countdown ‘til Daddy Comes Home and Countdown ‘til Mommy Comes Home.\nR.S. Greene\, author of Where Do I Belong?\nMarlene Lee\, author of The Hero in My Pocket.\nKaren Pavlicin-Fragnito\, author of Summer of Courage and Life After Deployment; coauthor of Military Life: Stories and Poems for Children and Stories Around the Table.\nSonia Salinas\, author of Muu\, Muuu Dice Una Vaca\, and El Abecedario Yo Me Sé.\n\nThe author table is next to the book sales table in the Cpl Terry L Smith Gym. Books available for purchase during the event at special event pricing include: \nEvent price $5 each (plus 6% VA tax):\nColoring My Military Life–Book 1\nColoring My Military Life–Book 2\nMy Dad’s Deployment: A Deployment and Reunion Activity Book for Young Children\nMy Mom’s Deployment: A Deployment and Reunion Activity Book for Young Children \nEvent price $8 each (plus 6% VA tax):\nEnter at Your Own Risk: Cathy’s Animal Garden\nCedric and the Dragon\nThe Good Fire Helmet\nMilitary Life: Stories and Poems for Children\nNight Catch\nSummer of Courage\nThe Spy With the Wooden Leg\nThe Wishing Tree\nWish Ribbons\nDeployment Journal for Kids\nWhere Do I Belong\nMy Daddy Is a Marine\nThe Hero in My Pocket\nMommy Wears a Uniform\nMuu\, Muuu Dice Una Vaca \nEvent price $10 each (plus 6% VA tax):\nEl Abecedario Yo Me Sé\nCountdown ‘til Daddy Comes Home\nCountdown ‘til Mommy Comes Home\nLife After Deployment\nSpouse Calls\nMilitary Spouse Journey\nStories Around the Table\nRight Side Up \nActivities at the book table include a Heroes’ Tree/ Wishing Tree\, where kids can add special thoughts in honor of their military hero. \nGiveaways include: \n\nFree single issue of Military Kids’ Life magazine with each purchase of $10 or more (while supplies last).\nFree Countdown Chart and Tell Daddy Chart with purchase of Countdown ‘Til Daddy Comes Home (while supplies last).\n\nDrawings for prizes (no purchase necessary) at the MilitaryFamilyBooks.com table include: \n\nOne-year (4 issues) subscription to Military Kids’ Life magazine\nSet of Coloring My Military Life coloring books\nPack of 31 yellow wish ribbons\nOur Heroes’ Tree Basket (two small American flags\, yellow ribbon\, two stencils for making ornaments\, a pack of colored pencils)\n\nIn addition to the book sales and author book signing\, you’ll find FREE fun for all ages! \n\nBalloon Artist\nPhoto Booths\nCrafts\nVideo Games\nBoard Games\nBounce House\n\n\nObstacle Course\nChance to Win MCX Gift Cards\nDiscount Lunch Coupon\nFree Ice Cream in front of the MCX\n\nThe event is free to attend. Books are available for purchase; cash and credit cards accepted. Lunch is available for purchase in front of the MCX at the American Summer BBQ Expo. \nPlease register upon arrival at the Cpl Terry L Smith Gym. See the MCCS website for more details and participation agreement.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/henderson-fair-april2017/
LOCATION:Cpl Terry L. Smith Gymnasium\, 27 Southgate Rd \, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall\, VA\, 22211
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Military/Military Family
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SUMMARY:Corie Weathers Leads Women's Conference at Misawa Air Base\, Japan\, May 6-7\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:Corie Weathers\, author of Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage will lead 120 women through the Gallup StrengthsFinder at a Women’s Leadership Conference at Misawa Air Force Base in Japan on May 6\, 2017.\n\nThe Gallup StrengthsFinder provides participants with the opportunity to fully experience and understand their individual talents and teach them how to invest in themselves in ways that will build not only their career\, but their relationships and overall sense of purpose.\n\nMay 7\, Corie will work with the PWOC Leadership Board on the strengths from a team perspective\, focusing on team development\, synergy\, and building better teams in the future.\n\nCorie will follow these events with a Sacred Spaces book signing.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/weathers-misawa-may2017/
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T125418
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SUMMARY:Terri Barnes Speaks at Fort Meade USO for Military Spouse Appreciation Brunch\, May 12\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:Terri Barnes\, author of Spouse Calls: Messages from a Military Life\, is the featured speaker for the USO Military Spouse Appreciation Brunch at Fort Meade\, Maryland\, on May 12. Terri will sign copies of her book\, provided for all attendees courtesy of the Fort Meade spouses clubs. \nThe event begins at 10 AM EST with brunch at the Fort George G. Meade USO Center on Fort Meade. Spouses of active duty\, guard\, and reserve members are welcome to attend. \nSponsors of this event include Military Officers Association of American\, Fort Meade Enlisted Spouses’ Club\, and Fort Meade Officers Spouses’ Club. \nSpouse Calls is the award-winning collection of essays from Terri’s popular column of the same name that ran in Stars and Stripes for eight years.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/meade-uso-may2017/
LOCATION:USO Fort Meade\, 8612 6th Armored Cavalry Rd \, Fort Meade\, MD\, 20755\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T125419
CREATED:20170505T175924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210925T234518Z
UID:2465-1494583200-1494621000@elvaresa.com
SUMMARY:Judy Davis Leads Military Spouse Appreciation Event at Aberdeen Proving Ground\, May 12\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Military Spouse Appreciation Day\, Judy Davis\, author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down\, will lead a military spouse event at Aberdeen Proving Ground\, Maryland\, May 12\, 2017. \nThe event will take place at the APG Main Post Chapel\, Fellowship Hall. Judy will present tools\, strategies\, and inspiration to help military spouses and others living the military lifestyle turn around the most difficult aspects of military life. \nTwo sessions will be offered. Session one will take place 10 AM – Noon. Session two is 6:30 – 8:30 PM. Judy will sign copies of her book following the sessions. Open to all military service members and spouses\, retirees\, DoD civilians\, and contractors. Registration is required. \nFor more information or to register\, please contact: \nSarah Polanco\nArmy Volunteer Corps Program Manager\n410-278-7572
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis-apg-may2017/
LOCATION:Aberdeen Proving Ground Main Chapel\, 4510 Boothby Hill\, Bldg 2485\,  Aberdeen Proving Ground \, MD\, 21005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170518
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CREATED:20170505T161444Z
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UID:2458-1494979200-1495065599@elvaresa.com
SUMMARY:Judy Davis Keynotes MilSpouseFest2017 in San Diego\, May 17\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:Judy Davis\, author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down\, is a keynote speaker for the MilSpouseFest2017 event series. She will speak in San Diego on May 17\, 2017. The event is sold out and the waiting list is full. \nWhether you’re a seasoned military spouse\, newbie\, or somewhere in between\, whether you’re the most popular person on base or you haven’t met anyone yet\, MilspouseFest2017 is for every military spouse at every stage of life. \nMilitary life doesn’t have to be lonely. Come spend a fun day with other military spouses who are facing some of the same challenges—and rewards—of military life. \nDuring the event\, you’ll participate in hands-on activities and interactive discussions. There are no lectures or PowerPoint presentations. Just a day of fun\, laughter\, food\, prizes\, and most of all community! Guests and speakers are connected to the military (many of them military spouses). \nStay for “After Hours” if you’d like to hang out with new friends you’ve made or have questions for speakers or sponsors. \nMilSpouseFest events are free to attendees\, but registration is required and seats are limited. Although this event is sold out\, you may find events in other cities near you. Please contact MilitaryOneClick.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis-milspousefest2017-sandiego-may2017/
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170928
DTSTAMP:20260430T125419
CREATED:20170913T221842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210925T234520Z
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SUMMARY:Judy Davis Keynotes MilSpouseFest at Fort Campbell Sept. 27\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:Judy Davis\, author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down\, is a keynote speaker for the MilSpouseFest2017 event series. She will speak at Fort Campbell\, Kentucky\, on September 27\, 2017. Participants have a choice of two event times: 10 AM–2 PM or 5–8 PM. Events will take place at the Cole Park Commons Conference Center\, 1610 101st Airborne Division Rd\, Bldg 1610\, Ft. Campbell\, KY 42223. \nWhether you’re a seasoned military spouse\, newbie\, or somewhere in between\, whether you’re the most popular person on base or you haven’t met anyone yet\, MilspouseFest2017 is for every military spouse at every stage of life. \nMilitary life doesn’t have to be lonely. Come spend a fun day with other military spouses who are facing some of the same challenges—and rewards—of military life. \nDuring the event\, you’ll participate in hands-on activities and interactive discussions. There are no lectures or PowerPoint presentations. Just a day of fun\, laughter\, food\, prizes\, and most of all community! Guests and speakers are connected to the military (many of them military spouses). \nA new Employment Segment will be featured at both the day and evening events\, presented by Hirepurpose. Both times will also feature a new Employment Table marketplace. \nMilSpouseFest events are free to attendees\, but registration is required and seats are limited. Register for the DAYTIME event or the EVENING event. \nPlease contact MilitaryOneClick if you have questions.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis-milspousefest-campbell-sept2017/
LOCATION:Cole Park Commons Conference Center\, 1610 101st Airborne Division Rd\, Bldg 1610\, Fort Campbell\, KY\, 42223
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170928T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T125419
CREATED:20170913T222115Z
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SUMMARY:Brenda Pace\, Terri Barnes Lead Workshops at Gather Conference Sept. 28-30\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:Brenda Pace and Terri Barnes\, coauthors of Stories Around the Table: Laughter\, Wisdom\, and Strength in Military Life\, will each lead workshops at Gather\, a Christian conference for military-connected women\, Sept. 28-30\, 2017\, at Focus on the Family in Colorado Springs\, Colorado. \nBrenda’s workshop\, “The Call Forward\,” will encourage women to meet every new challenge with confidence\, even when it means stepping out of a comfort zone. \n“Each step on life’s journey holds a new awareness of God and yourself\,” Brenda says. \nHer interactive workshop will give participants opportunities to explore together the challenges\, methods\, and opportunities of moving forward in the call of God. \nIn addition to her essay “The Perfect Move\,” a story about her family’s experience with military moves\, in Stories Around the Table\, Brenda is the author of a four-book series called Journey of a Military Wife. Her other books include Medals Above My Heart\, and One Year Yellow Ribbon Devotional. \nTerri’s workshop\, “Write From the Heart\,” is about writing as a spiritual exercise for growth and outreach. She will discuss journaling as a devotional tool\, and letter writing as a means of sharing faith. \n“Writing is often overlooked as a form of worship and ministry\,” Terri says\, “but it has been both throughout history\, and it still is today.” \nAs well as editing and contributing to Stories Around the Table\, Terri is the author of Spouse Calls: Messages from a Military Life\, a compilation of her long-running column in Stars and Stripes. \nRegister at the Gather website. Preregistration is $129 per person\, or $149 at the door. \n 
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/pace-barnes-gather-sept2017/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family,Speaker
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180124
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CREATED:20180115T014543Z
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SUMMARY:Judy Davis Keynotes MilSpouseFest2018
DESCRIPTION:Judy Davis\, author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down\, is the keynote speaker for the MilSpouseFest2018 event series\, happening at ten military installations across the nation throughout the year. Judy will address the theme of the event\, “Inspire Change\,” by encouraging attendees to allow change to ignite enthusiasm and positivity. The themes in Judy’s popular book will be front and center as she talks to military spouses about healthy ways to manage change. \nMilSpouseFest2018 events are free and open to all military spouses. Registration opens about a month before each event\, and the limited tickets go quickly. For more information and links to registration\, see MilSpouseFest.com. \nSchedule: \nSan Diego\, CA\, Jan. 23 \nCarlsbad\, CA\, Jan. 25 \nNorfolk\, VA\, Sept. 12 \nFort Hood\, TX\, April 17 \nSan Antonio\, TX\, April 19 \nFort Bragg\, NC\, Dec. 4 \nCamp LeJeune\, NC\, Dec. 6
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis_milspousefest2018/
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T125419
CREATED:20180125T123826Z
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SUMMARY:Judy Davis Keynotes MilSpouseFest2018 in Carlsbad\, CA\, Jan. 25\, 2018
DESCRIPTION:Judy Davis\, author of Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down\, is the keynote speaker for MilSpouseFest2018. On January 25\, 2018\, Camp Pendleton-area military spouses will meet at The Crossings at Carlsbad\, 5800 The Crossings Drive\, Carlsbad\, CA 92008. The event is one of a series happening at military installations across the nation this year. \nJudy will address the theme of the event\, “Inspire Change\,” by encouraging attendees to allow change to ignite their own enthusiasm and positivity. The themes in Judy’s popular book will be front and center as she talks to military spouses about healthy ways to handle change. \nEach MilSpouseFest2018 event is free and open to all to military spouses\, and tickets go quickly. For more information and links to registration\, visit MilSpousefest.com.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/davis-milspousefest2018-carlsbad_jan2018/
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T125419
CREATED:20180124T020251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210925T234521Z
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SUMMARY:Holes 4 Heroes Ice Fishing on Medicine Lake\, MN\, Jan. 27\, 2018\, 1-4 PM
DESCRIPTION:Join MilitaryFamilyBooks.com team members at Holes 4 Heroes\, a special prize-filled Ice Fishing Tournament honoring our service members and their families! There will be great prizes\, food\, and fun activities for kids…not to mention great fishing! You do not have to be in the military to participate. The tournament is open to all! \nThis Ice Fishing Tournament is one of two\, both sponsored by Timber Ghost Realty. This H4H West event will be held Saturday\, January 27\, 2018\, 1-4 PM at Medicine Lake in front of Harty’s Boat Works\, 1920 E. Medicine Lake Blvd\, Plymouth\, MN 55441. \nIn addition to the traditional prize-filled ice fishing tournament\, there is a unique “Hole of Honor” that features a live video feed so families of deployed soldiers can ice fish for free while being linked via video to their service member. \nProceeds from Holes 4 Heroes support the ministries of Fishing for Life\, including a Military R&R program\, High C’s Fishing Camps\, summer lake events\, and Deep C’s Fishing Clubs. \nAll mlitary members\, both current and former\, and their immediate families may attend Holes 4 Heroes at no charge. \nFREE COLORING BOOK\nVisit the MilitaryFamilyBooks.com team for a FREE Coloring My Military Life—Book 1 or Coloring My Military Life—Book 2. Door prizes from a variety of sponsors will be given away throughout the tournament. \nTICKETING\nAdvanced ticketing\, available online until 6 PM January 26\, is just $10 per person. Same-day ticketing (walk-up on the ice) is $15. Your registration helps provide free fishing opportunities for military families! \nMilitary personnel and their immediate families (spouse and children) can register in advance or day-of the event at no charge for their first hole. Military participants may purchase a second hole at any time for $5. \nAll online registration & advanced ticket sales will end on Friday\, January 26 at 6 PM.\n\nH4H West Ticketing: \nRegister for Medicine Lake ice fishing\nSaturday\, January 27\, 2018\, 1-4 PM\n\nH4H East Ticketing:\nRegister for White Bear Lake ice fishing\nSaturday\, February 3\, 2018\, 1-4 PM\n\nSIMULCAST TO OVERSEAS LOCATIONS\nThe tournament will be simulcast to overseas locations so personnel currently serving overseas can watch their family & friends while they fish. Advance registration is REQUIRED for those who wish to participate in the simulcast\, to coordinate timing and logistics so your military friend or family member can be positioned to participate.  Contact Tom at Fishing for Life to inquire about the simulcast. \nFISHING PRIZES\nMore than $5\,000 in prizes and giveaways will be awarded\, including prizes from Clam\, Frabill\, Aqua-Vu\, HT\, Dicks Sporting Goods\, Cabela’s and much more. View the 2018 H4H prize list.\n\nRULES\nView the 2018 H4H official rules.\n\nINCLEMENT WEATHER AND/OR UNSAFE ICE CONDITIONS\nIf weather or ice conditions are questionable\, visit FishingforLife.org to find out whether the tournament will take place. Notice will be posted by 6 AM the day of the tournament. In the event of cancellation\, no refunds will be issued\, and prizes will be awarded via random drawing of all preregistered participants.\n\nVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES\nRegister to volunteer for H4H West (Medicine Lake)\nRegister to volunteer for H4H East (White Bear Lake)
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/h4h-ice-fishing-jan2018/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T125419
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SUMMARY:Holes 4 Heroes Ice Fishing on White Bear Lake\, MN\, Feb. 3\, 2018\, 1-4 PM
DESCRIPTION:Join MilitaryFamilyBooks.com team members at Holes 4 Heroes\, a special prize-filled Ice Fishing Tournament honoring our service members and their families! There will be great prizes\, food\, and fun activities for kids…not to mention great fishing! You do not have to be in the military to participate. The tournament is open to all! \nThis Ice Fishing Tournament is one of two\, both sponsored by Timber Ghost Realty. This H4H East event will be held Saturday\, February 3\, 2018\, 1-4 PM at White Bear Lake in front of the VFW\, 4496 Lake Ave S\, White Bear Lake\, MN 55110. \nIn addition to the traditional prize-filled ice fishing tournament\, there is a unique “Hole of Honor” that features a live video feed so families of deployed soldiers can ice fish for free while being linked via video to their service member. \nProceeds from Holes 4 Heroes support the ministries of Fishing for Life\, including a Military R&R program\, High C’s Fishing Camps\, summer lake events\, and Deep C’s Fishing Clubs. \nAll mlitary members\, both current and former\, and their immediate families may attend Holes 4 Heroes at no charge. \nFREE COLORING BOOK\nVisit the MilitaryFamilyBooks.com team for a FREE Coloring My Military Life—Book 1 or Coloring My Military Life—Book 2. Door prizes from a variety of sponsors will be given away throughout the tournament. \nTICKETING\nAdvanced ticketing\, available online until 6 PM January 26\, is just $10 per person. Same-day ticketing (walk-up on the ice) is $15. Your registration helps provide free fishing opportunities for military families! \nMilitary personnel and their immediate families (spouse and children) can register in advance or day-of the event at no charge for their first hole. Military participants may purchase a second hole at any time for $5. \nAll online registration & advanced ticket sales will end on Friday\, January 26 at 6 PM.\n\nH4H East Ticketing:\nRegister for White Bear Lake ice fishing\nSaturday\, February 3\, 2018\, 1-4 PM\n\nSIMULCAST TO OVERSEAS LOCATIONS\nThe tournament will be simulcast to overseas locations so personnel currently serving overseas can watch their family & friends while they fish. Advance registration is REQUIRED for those who wish to participate in the simulcast\, to coordinate timing and logistics so your military friend or family member can be positioned to participate.  Contact Tom at Fishing for Life to inquire about the simulcast. \nFISHING PRIZES\nMore than $5\,000 in prizes and giveaways will be awarded\, including prizes from Clam\, Frabill\, Aqua-Vu\, HT\, Dicks Sporting Goods\, Cabela’s and much more. View the 2018 H4H prize list.\n\nRULES\nView the 2018 H4H official rules.\n\nINCLEMENT WEATHER AND/OR UNSAFE ICE CONDITIONS\nIf weather or ice conditions are questionable\, visit FishingforLife.org to find out whether the tournament will take place. Notice will be posted by 6 AM the day of the tournament. In the event of cancellation\, no refunds will be issued\, and prizes will be awarded via random drawing of all preregistered participants.\n\nVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES\nRegister to volunteer for H4H East (White Bear Lake)
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/h4h-ice-fishing-feb2018/
CATEGORIES:Military/Military Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180416
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SUMMARY:Corie Weathers Leads Retreat for Women at JB Lewis-McCord\, April 13-15\, 2018
DESCRIPTION:Corie Weathers\, author of Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage\, is the featured speaker for a women’s retreat at Cascades Camp and Conference Center in Yelm\, Washington\, April 13 – 15\, 2018. \nCorie’s emphasis for the Lifegiver Strengths Event\, organized by the Protestant Women of the Chapel at Joint Base Lewis-McCord\, is “Wired by God: Completing the Circuit.” The focus of the event is leadership training for women in all areas of life. During the retreat\, participants will take an assessment revealing their natural talents. \n“We will discover together what we do well and how to find define our sense of purpose\,” Corie says. \nWhile in Washington\, Corie will also meet with the members of a Sacred Spaces book club at Joint Base Lewis-McCord. The members have been reading and discussing her book\, which is based on Corie’s experiences with deployment and healing in her military marriage. Corie’s story and insights inspire other military and first-responder couples to pursue wholeness and understanding. \n“The book provides a wonderful platform for vulnerable discussion\,” says Ashley Murray\, facilitator of the Lewis-McCord book club. “For our group\, this journey has provided honest reflections on being a military spouse\, resources for hope in how we can move forward\, and empowerment in how we can share our stories with others.” \nFor questions about the retreat or to register to attend\, contact event coordinator Cathy Hicks at PWOC.
URL:https://elvaresa.com/event/weathers-jblm-retreat_april2018/
CATEGORIES:Book Club,Book Signing,Keynote,Military/Military Family,Speaker
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