BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Military and Veterans Affairs - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Military and Veterans Affairs X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Military and Veterans Affairs REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260803T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260803T130000 DTSTAMP:20260206T222338Z CREATED:20260206T222338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T222338Z UID:10000110-1785754800-1785762000@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Sepulveda VA Bunker Social DESCRIPTION:šŸ“…Ā MondaysšŸ•šĀ 11:00 AM ā€“ 1:00 PMšŸ“Ā Sepulveda VA Bunker Social ā€“ Located on the Sepulveda VA Campus near the intersection of Kinzie St and George S. Patton Jr Dr \nJoin us for coffee\, conversation\, and connections. The Bunker Social is a weekly\, drop-in gathering where veterans\, family members\, and caregivers can meet peers\, get wayfinding to services\, and plug into a supportive community. \nWhat to Expect \n\nFriendly\, welcoming space to connect with other veterans\nLight-touch resource navigation and community referrals\nFamily-friendly; all eras of service welcome\nFree to attend; no RSVP required URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/sepulveda-va-bunker-social-3/2026-08-03/ LOCATION:Sepulveda VA Medical Center\, 16111 Plummer St\, North Hills\, CA\, 91343\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bunker-Social-Flyer-scaled-e1756412468614.jpg GEO:34.24744Ā°;-118.48417Ā° X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sepulveda VA Medical Center 16111 Plummer St North Hills CA 91343 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=16111 Plummer St:geo:-118.48417Ā°,34.24744Ā° END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260803T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260803T130000 DTSTAMP:20260206T222740Z CREATED:20260206T222740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T222740Z UID:10000388-1785754800-1785762000@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:West Lost Angeles VA Bunker Social DESCRIPTION:šŸ“…Ā MondaysšŸ•šĀ 11:00 AM ā€“ 1:00 PMšŸ“Ā West Los Angeles VA Bunker Social ā€“ Located on the Campus in B306\, north campus (next to the canteen) \nJoin us for refreshments\, conversation\, and connections. The Bunker Social is a weekly\, drop-in gathering where veterans\, family members\, and caregivers can meet peers\, get wayfinding to services\, and plug into a supportive community. \nWhat to Expect \n\nFriendly\, welcoming space to connect with other veterans\nLight-touch resource navigation and community referrals\nFamily-friendly; all eras of service welcome\nFree to attend; no RSVP required URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/west-lost-angeles-va-bunker-social/2026-08-03/ LOCATION:West Los Angeles VA Medical Center\, 11301 Wilshire Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90073 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WLAVA-Bunker-Social.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTSTAMP:20260730T152220Z CREATED:20260730T152220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T152220Z UID:10000678-1785974400-1786060799@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Office Closure - August Staff Training DESCRIPTION:To better serve our veteran community\, staff from the Los Angeles County Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (MVA) and the Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN) will be participating in a full-day training on Thursday\, August 6. \nWhile our offices are closed\, the following resources remain available 24/7: \nGeneral Assistance\nšŸ“§ Email: intake@mva.lacounty.gov\nšŸ“ Online Contact Form: https://mva.lacounty.gov/contact-us \nVeteran Housing Assistance\nšŸ  National Call Center for Homeless Veterans\nšŸ“ž (877) 424-3838\nšŸ”— https://www.va.gov/homeless/nationalcallcenter.asp \nLocal Housing & Community Resources\nšŸ“ž Dial 2-1-1\nšŸ”— https://211la.org \nMental Health Crisis Support\nā˜Žļø Veterans Crisis Line\nšŸ“ž Dial 988\, then Press 1\nšŸ”— https://www.veteranscrisisline.net \nWe will resume regular office hours on Friday\, August 7. URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/office-closure-august-2026-staff-training/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Closures ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-JAN-Staff-Training-Day-Office-Closure-Xfb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T180000 DTSTAMP:20260730T154128Z CREATED:20260730T154128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T154128Z UID:10000679-1786035600-1786039200@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Warrior Heritage Foundation: With Your Shield Info Session DESCRIPTION:Your Next Chapter Deserves More Than a Resume\nVeterans\, transitioning service members\, and military families are invited to attend a With Your Shield (WYS) Information Session hosted by Warrior Heritage Foundation. Learn how this military transition program helps the entire family navigate life after service through guided self-discovery\, meaningful conversation\, and business education. \nThe session features Scott Schimmel\, co-founder of The You School and Vector Accelerator\, who has spent more than a decade helping military families prepare for successful transitions. Participants will learn about the upcoming fall With Your Shield program and how its three-session experience can help open new possibilities for life\, career\, and purpose beyond military service. \nDate: Thursday\, August 6\, 2026Time: 5:00 p.m. ā€“ 6:00 p.m. PDT \nLocation:Online \nEvent Highlights \n\nLearn about the With Your Shield military transition program\nHear from Scott Schimmel\, co-founder of The You School and Vector Accelerator\nExplore strategies for navigating military transition as a family\nDiscover opportunities for personal growth and business education\nLearn what to expect from the upcoming three-session fall program\n\nRegistration \nRegistration is required. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/with-your-shield-wys-info-sessions-featuring-vector-accelerator-august-6-tickets-1993877564469?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/whf-with-your-shield-info-session-1/ LOCATION:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/with-your-shield-wys-info-sessions-featuring-vector-accelerator-august-6-tickets-1993877564469?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true CATEGORIES:Warrior Heritage Foundation Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WHF-With-Your-Shield-Info-Session.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260807T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260807T130000 DTSTAMP:20260730T155506Z CREATED:20260730T154616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T155506Z UID:10000680-1786095000-1786107600@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Warrior Heritage Foundation: Veteran Service Days Backpack Giveaway DESCRIPTION:Give Back Before the School Year Begins\nVeterans are invited to volunteer with Warrior Heritage Foundation during its quarterly Veteran Service Day\, helping distribute backpacks and school supplies to more than 300 foster students as they prepare for the upcoming school year. \nHeld at historic Bob Hope Patriotic Hall\, this day of service offers an opportunity to support local youth while connecting with fellow veterans. A continental breakfast will be provided for volunteers. \nDate: Friday\, August 7\, 2026Time: 9:30 a.m. ā€“ 1:00 p.m. \nLocation:Bob Hope Patriotic Hall1816 S. Figueroa St.Los Angeles\, CA 90015 \nEvent Highlights \n\nHelp distribute backpacks and school supplies to more than 300 foster students\nParticipate in Warrior Heritage Foundationā€™s quarterly Veteran Service Day\nConnect with fellow veterans while giving back to the community\nContinental breakfast provided for volunteers\nFree parking available\n\nRegistration \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/whf-veteran-service-days-backpack-giveaway-tickets-1994714507789 URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/warrior-heritage-foundation-veteran-service-days-backpack/ LOCATION:Bob Hope Patriotic Hall\, 1816 South Figueroa Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90015\, United States CATEGORIES:Warrior Heritage Foundation Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WHF-Backpack-Giveaway-Veteran-Service-Days.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260812 DTSTAMP:20260810T222757Z CREATED:20260810T222757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T222757Z UID:10000682-1786406400-1786492799@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:In-Person Veterans Services Unavailable at BHPH DESCRIPTION:In-person Veterans Services at Bob Hope Patriotic Hall will be temporarily unavailable onĀ Tuesday\, August 11\, 2026\, due to scheduled building maintenance.\n\nVeterans Services staff assigned to Patriotic Hall will continue assisting clients remotely. Veterans and their families seeking in-person assistance may visit an alternate MVA field office.\n\nFor Veterans Services:\nCallĀ 1-877-4LA-VETS (1-877-452-8387)Ā or visit ourĀ Contact Us pageĀ to find an MVA office.\n\nVeterans Crisis Line:\nVeterans experiencing a crisis\, or anyone concerned about a veteran\, may callĀ 988 and press 1\, textĀ 838255\, or visitĀ VeteransCrisisLine.net. Support is confidential and available 24 hours a day\, seven days a week. URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/in-person-veterans-services-unavailable-at-bhph/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Closures ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/JULY-Website-Event-Banners.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260812T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260812T090000 DTSTAMP:20260731T195849Z CREATED:20260730T155730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T195849Z UID:10000681-1786521600-1786525200@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Warrior Heritage Foundation: With Your Shield Info Session DESCRIPTION:Transition is Disorienting\, It Can Also Be a Turning Point\nVeterans\, transitioning service members\, and military families are invited to attend a With Your Shield (WYS) Information Session hosted by Warrior Heritage Foundation. Learn how this military transition program helps the entire family navigate life after service through guided self-discovery\, meaningful conversation\, and business education. \nThe session features Scott Schimmel\, co-founder of The You School and Vector Accelerator\, who has spent more than a decade helping military families prepare for successful transitions. Participants will learn about the upcoming fall With Your Shield program and how its three-session experience can help open new possibilities for life\, career\, and purpose beyond military service. \nDate: Wednesday\, August 12\, 2026Time: 8:00 a.m. ā€“ 9:00 a.m. PDT \nLocation:Online \nEvent Highlights \n\nLearn about the With Your Shield military transition program\nHear from Scott Schimmel\, co-founder of The You School and Vector Accelerator\nExplore strategies for navigating military transition as a family\nDiscover opportunities for personal growth and business education\nLearn what to expect from the upcoming three-session fall program\n\nRegistration \nRegistration is required. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/with-your-shield-wys-info-sessions-featuring-vector-accelerator-august-12-tickets-1993878182317?aff=oddtdtcreator URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/warrior-heritage-foundation-with-your-shield-info-session-2/ LOCATION:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/with-your-shield-wys-info-sessions-featuring-vector-accelerator-august-12-tickets-1993878182317?aff=oddtdtcreator CATEGORIES:Warrior Heritage Foundation Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WHF-With-Your-Shield-Info-Session.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T153000 DTSTAMP:20260818T010656Z CREATED:20260730T151446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T010656Z UID:10000677-1787146200-1787153400@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Veterans Advisory Commission Meeting - August 2026 CANCELED DESCRIPTION:NOTICE OFĀ CANCELEDĀ MEETING\n\nPlease be advised that theĀ VeteransĀ AdvisoryĀ CommissionĀ meetingĀ scheduled forĀ Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, at 1:30 p.m. isĀ CANCELEDĀ due to a lack of quorum. Ā We hope that you plan on joining us for the nextĀ meetingĀ scheduled for Wednesday\, September 16\, 2025\, at 1:30 p.m. URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/veterans-advisory-commission-meeting-august-2026/ LOCATION:Bob Hope Patriotic Hall\, 1816 South Figueroa Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90015\, United States CATEGORIES:Veterans Advisory Commission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/55212984987_2f446d5229_k.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T140000 DTSTAMP:20260814T214635Z CREATED:20260814T214635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T214635Z UID:10000684-1788001200-1788012000@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:LA National Cemetery Remembrance Walk DESCRIPTION:Veterans\, families\, and community members are invited to come together at the Los Angeles National Cemetery Remembrance Walk to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. \nVPAN and community partners will come together for this day of remembrance\, providing an opportunity to walk with purpose\, reflect on the service and sacrifice of our nationā€™s fallen\, and connect with the veteran community. \nDate: Saturday\, August 29\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 a.m. ā€“ 2:00 p.m. \nLocation:\nLos Angeles National Cemetery\n950 S. Sepulveda Blvd.\nLos Angeles\, CA 90049 \nEvent Highlights\n\nWalk in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice\nHonor the service and legacy of our nationā€™s fallen\nConnect with veterans\, families\, and community members\nCome together with veteran-serving organizations and community partners URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/remembrance-walk/ LOCATION:Los Angeles National Cemetery\, 950 S. Sepulveda Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90049\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/August-Website-Event-Banners-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T130000 DTSTAMP:20260814T202610Z CREATED:20260814T200351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T202610Z UID:10000683-1788346800-1788354000@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:P.I.E.R. Center Grand Opening DESCRIPTION:Veterans and community members are invited to the grand opening and open house of the new P.I.E.R. Center at the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center in Long Beach. \nAttendees can connect with veteran-focused vendors and explore services and resources available to the veteran community. The new center is located in Building 46 North at the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 2\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 a.m. ā€“ 1:00 p.m. \nLocation:\nTibor Rubin VA Medical Center\nBuilding 46 North\n5901 E. 7th Street\nLong Beach\, CA 90822 \nEvent Highlights\n\nCelebrate the grand opening of the new P.I.E.R. Center\nTour the new center and learn about available resources\nConnect with veteran-focused vendors\nExplore services available to the veteran community URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/pier-opening/ LOCATION:Tibor Rubin Long Beach VA Medical Center\, 5901 East Seventh Street\, Long Beach\, 90822\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ELA-Vet-Fest-Car-Show-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTSTAMP:20260818T201216Z CREATED:20260818T201108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T201216Z UID:10000686-1788739200-1788825599@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Office Closure ā€“ Labor Day DESCRIPTION:In observance of Labor Day\, the Los Angeles County Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (MVA) and the Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN) offices will be closed on Monday\, September 7\, 2026. \nWhile our offices are closed\, the following resources remain available 24/7: \nGeneral Assistance\nšŸ“§ Email: intake@mva.lacounty.gov\nšŸ“ Online Contact Form: https://mva.lacounty.gov/contact-us \nVeteran Housing Assistance\nšŸ  National Call Center for Homeless Veterans\nšŸ“ž (877) 424-3838\nšŸ”— https://www.va.gov/homeless/nationalcallcenter.asp \nLocal Housing & Community Resources\nšŸ“ž Dial 2-1-1\nšŸ”— https://211la.org \nMental Health Crisis Support\nā˜Žļø Veterans Crisis Line\nšŸ“ž Dial 988\, then Press 1\nšŸ”— https://www.veteranscrisisline.net \nWe will resume regular office hours on Tuesday\, September 8\, 2026. URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/office-closure-labor-day-2026/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Closures ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Holiday-Closure-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911 DTSTAMP:20260818T200917Z CREATED:20260818T200917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T200917Z UID:10000685-1788998400-1789084799@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Office Closure - September Staff Training DESCRIPTION:To better serve our veteran community\, staff from the Los Angeles County Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (MVA) and the Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN) will be participating in a full-day training on Thursday\, September 10. \nWhile our offices are closed\, the following resources remain available 24/7: \nGeneral Assistance\nšŸ“§ Email: intake@mva.lacounty.gov\nšŸ“ Online Contact Form: https://mva.lacounty.gov/contact-us \nVeteran Housing Assistance\nšŸ  National Call Center for Homeless Veterans\nšŸ“ž (877) 424-3838\nšŸ”— https://www.va.gov/homeless/nationalcallcenter.asp \nLocal Housing & Community Resources\nšŸ“ž Dial 2-1-1\nšŸ”— https://211la.org \nMental Health Crisis Support\nā˜Žļø Veterans Crisis Line\nšŸ“ž Dial 988\, then Press 1\nšŸ”— https://www.veteranscrisisline.net \nWe will resume regular office hours on Friday\, September 11\, 2026. URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/office-closure-sept-staff-training/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Closures ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-JAN-Staff-Training-Day-Office-Closure-Xfb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T153000 DTSTAMP:20260818T201451Z CREATED:20260818T201451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T201451Z UID:10000688-1789565400-1789572600@mva.lacounty.gov SUMMARY:Veterans Advisory Commission Meeting - September 2026 DESCRIPTION:šŸ“… Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026Ā | šŸ• 1:30 PM \nšŸ“ Bob Hope Patriotic Hall ā€“ Nimitz Room\, 8th Floor \nJoin the Veterans Advisory Commission as they discuss programs\, services\, and resources supporting LA Countyā€™s veteran community. \nšŸ”— More details here \nšŸ”— Join via Teams | ā˜Žļø Dial: 323-776-6996 (ID: 742 500 030#) \nšŸ“ Register for Public Comment \nĀ  \nADA Accommodations: Call 213-765-9679 (72 hrs in advance). URL:https://mva.lacounty.gov/event/veterans-advisory-commission-meeting-sept-2026/ LOCATION:Bob Hope Patriotic Hall\, 1816 South Figueroa Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90015\, United States CATEGORIES:Veterans Advisory Commission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mva.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/55212984987_2f446d5229_k.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR