October 15, 2019
7:00 P.M.
American Legion Post 137 "Moon Building"
5443 San Juan Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32210
The next Veterans Council of Duval County meeting will be on Tuesday, October 15th, 2019. The meeting will be held at American Legion Post 137 at 7:00 P.M.
October 12, 2019
9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Jacksonville Fairgrounds
510 Fairgrounds Place
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Homeless and At-Risk Veterans invited to attend. The Resource Fair provides Homeless Veterans with a safe haven so that they may receive dental and healthcare screenings, food/clothing, haircuts, disability claims assistance, supportive services, and other various types of counseling (mental health, substance abuse, and military sexual trauma).
October 11, 2019
10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Jacksonville Fairgrounds
510 Fairgrounds Place
Jacksonville, FL 32202
All Veterans invited to attend. The Homeless Veterans Job Fair is being held Friday, October 11, 2019. This event is a great opportunity for veterans, active duty and transitioning military, reservist, and retired military to connect with employers who are committed to supporting and employing veterans.
October 10, 2019
10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Jacksonville Fairgrounds
510 Fairgrounds Place
Jacksonville, FL 32202
The Job Fair Prep Day is being held Thursday, October 10, 2019. Prepare for Friday's Job Fair with resume assistance, interview preparation and work clothes.
October 08, 2019
9:00 A.M. - while supplies last
VA Vet Center
3728 Philips Highway Suite #31
Jacksonville, FL 32207
There will be a Farm Share Food Distribution at the VA Vet Center on October 8th. This event is free and open to the public until supplies last. Please bring bags or containers to help carry multiple bags of food.
October 08, 2019
10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Charles Webb Wesconnett Regional Library
6887 103rd St
Jacksonville, FL 32210
The City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department in partnership with the Jacksonville Public Library will be at the Charles Webb Wesconnett Library on the second Tuesday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Veterans can come speak with a Veteran Service Officer (VSO) at this local library with no appointment necessary!
October 04, 2019
9:30 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
Black Knight Inc
601 Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Operation New Uniform Graduation is an informal morning where our ONU veterans share their experiences from the program. Our guests, often successfully transitioned veterans and professionals committed to the success of veterans, join our ONU graduates as they discuss the experiences they have had, challenges they have overcome, and what they are doing now.
This is a great opportunity to connect with others in the community as well as see if graduates would be a good fit for any opportunities available in your company.
Operation New Uniform Class 32 Registration
October 04, 2019
9:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
University of North Florida
Adam W. Herbert University Center
12000 University Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32224
Active Duty, Veterans, Military Spouses and their business partners are invited to attend an informative one-day workshop on "Starting a Franchise Business". This workshop will cover how to determine if a franchise business is right for you; how to fund a business; and more. Plus, enjoy a panel discussion from successful franchisees who will answer attendee questions. This workshop is offered for free due to the generosity of Army Veteran Robert Jacoby. Breakfast, lunch, parking and the "Your Career 2.0" book are included.
Entrepreneurship Training for Veterans Registration
September 30, 2019 - December 20, 2019
Jacksonville Career Center
2708 West Beaver Street
Jacksonville, FL 32254
HBI, a national leader for career training in the building industry, is providing SkillBridge-approved training, certification and placement in the construction industry. Take advantage of a 12-week, no-cost construction industry training, certification and job placement through a new program in the Jacksonville, FL area. This program is open to active duty military (within 180 days of separation). Spouses and local veterans are also eligible.
September 27, 2019
9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
FSCJ Kent Campus
3939 Roosevelt Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32205
Main Entrance/Building F.
South Parking Lot
The Vetrepreneur Summit is a free event for Veterans, Service Members, National Guard, Reservists, and spouses looking for resources to help start or build their business. There will be two panels with subject matter experts and successful entrepreneurs. Exhibitors are placed around the room to explain how they assist with small business needs. This is a great networking and promotional opportunity.
Registration Link