News
Perspectives: PBS Digital Library of Veteran and Military Stories of Service
Sunday, January 2, 2022 | Category: History/Heritage - ME
PBS offers a digital library of veteran stories reflecting on generations past and present.
Search “veteran” or “military” on the PBS site to view their complete digital library.
4th of July 25th Celebration at Military Women’s Memorial: Ticket Sale Thru June 30th
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 | Category: History/Heritage - ME
Announcement on Military Women’s Memorial:
‘Celebrate America’s 245th Independence Day with the Military Women’s Memorial!
Enjoy a delicious catered buffet, beer and wine, live music, and family-friendly activities for all ages. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available. While celebrating, explore our various exhibits honoring military women, including our newest display, “Summer With The Arts,” which features over 180 pieces of original art by veterans and their loved ones.
Positioned at the end of Memorial Avenue, opposite the Arlington Memorial Bridge, our view of the annual firework show at the National Mall will be unmatched.
Special group pricing available upon request (10 people and up) – send to development@womensmemorial.org.
Tickets available for purchase until Wednesday, June 30th.’
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19): Department of Veterans Affairs Information, Actions & Contacts
Monday, May 3, 2021 | Category: Health Care - ME
Visit this page for updates on:
- What is the Department of Veterans Affairs doing?
- What should veterans do?
- How should you protect yourself?
- VA Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases: Where and how many?
- Links to other Information.
Be safe!
Maine Women Veteran Facebook Group
Monday, May 3, 2021 | Category: Advocacy/Outreach - ME
This Facebook group is founded and administered by a Maine veteran. Only members can see who's in the group and what they post.
National Military Appreciation Month
Monday, May 3, 2021 | Category: History/Heritage - ME
The month of May is designated as “National Military Appreciation Month.”
News: Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services "Latest News"
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 | Category: Advocacy/Outreach - ME
Follow the "Latest News" on the Bureau of Maine Veterans' Services "Welcome/Home" page.
News: Beyond Maine/ WomenVetsUSA National Home Page "Shoptalk"
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 | Category: News - ME
If time permits after you read Maine news, national news about women veterans and service women is posted in "Shoptalk" on the WomenVetsUSA national website home page. You can "get there from here."
News: Beyond Maine/VA Center for Women Veterans
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 | Category: News - ME
The "Center for Women Veterans" posts "News for Women Veterans" on the page linked below. If you are interested in receiving automatic e-mail or text messaging updates, you can subscribe at:
https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVA/subscriber/new?qsp=USVA_1.
Video: 2020 23d Annual Memorial Day Program at WIMSA Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery
Tuesday, May 26, 2020 | Category: History/Heritage - ME
You can view the 23d Annual Memorial Day Program hosted at the Women in Military Service for America memorial at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington D.C. at this internet link. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 memorial service was a virtual experience.
Online Women’s Memorial Day Program: May 25, 2020, 4:00 p.m.
Monday, May 25, 2020 | Category: History/Heritage - ME
To prepare for the event, make sure you connect on the Women in Military Service for America (WIMSA) Facebook page.
While everyone cannot come together in person, Memorial leadership is excited and honored to recognize America’s servicemembers with you on Memorial Day and every day.