BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Veteran Community Initiatives, Inc. - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Veteran Community Initiatives, Inc. X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.vciinc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Veteran Community Initiatives, Inc. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250711T153057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T153057Z UID:1390-1752220800-1752253200@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Summer VetFest DESCRIPTION:The Altoona VA Medical Center is holding their Summer VetFest from Noon to 4pm on Saturday\, July 12. They will be have an Enrollment Fair and Car Show at the James E. Van Zandt VAMC 2907 Pleasant Valley Blvd. Altoona\, PA. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/summer-vetfest/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250703T153958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T153958Z UID:1375-1752310800-1752314400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Cambria County Flag Pole Rededication DESCRIPTION:The Cambria County Commissioners extend a welcome invitation to all community members to join us in the rededication ceremony of the flag pole located at the Cambria County Central Park Complex. The flag will be raised on Saturday\, July 12\, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Complex\, located at 110 Franklin Street\, Johnstown. The flag will be raised in honor of Cambria County Veterans who have served our great military. Ceremonial duties will be conducted by the Conemaugh Valley Marine Corps League 287. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/cambria-county-flag-pole-rededication/ LOCATION:Central Park Complex\, 110 Franklin Street\, Johnstown\, Pennsylvania\, 15901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250618T180743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T180844Z UID:1341-1752660000-1752674400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Rural Veterans Outreach: Richland American Legion Post #849 DESCRIPTION:WHO: Veteran Community Initiatives \nWHAT: Rural Veteran Outreach Event \nWHEN: Wednesday\, July 16\, 2025 from 10am-2pm \nWHERE: American Legion Post #849 390 Oakridge Dr. Johnstown\, PA 15904 \nWHY: To inform veterans and eligible family members of possible benefits and resources available to them \nAL 849 Cambria County Rural Outreach Flyer 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/rural-veterans-outreach-richland-american-legion-post-849/ LOCATION:Richland Ameican Legion Post #849\, 390 Oakridge Drive\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15904 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250612T184542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T190004Z UID:1334-1755079200-1755093600@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Rural Veterans Outreach: Smithmill VFW Post #6321 DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free event\, open to all Veterans and public members! Learn about Veteran programs\, services\, and entitlements. Subject matter experts will be available to answer specific questions. \nAreas of interest (not all inclusive!): \n\nMilitary medals and records\nBenefits and Claim questions\nVeteran presentations and updates\nOutreach and employment\nMilitary caregiving\n\nAgencies attending: Altoona VA Medical Center\, Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veteran Affairs\, Pennsylvania National Guard Family Readiness Programs\, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 364\, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 2\, Conemaugh Valley Veterans\, Veteran Community Initiatives\, Inc.\, and Veterans Treatment Court Program. More to come\, check back later! URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/rural-veterans-outreach-smithfield-vfw-post-6321/ LOCATION:Smithmill VFW Post #6321\, 291 Veterans Street\, Smithmill\, Pennsylvania\, 16680 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250708T130544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T130544Z UID:1380-1755172800-1755180000@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Understanding VA Benefits\, VCI Presentation at The Addison of McCullough Place DESCRIPTION:Are you a veteran or spouse eligible for a VA pension? Join us for an informative discussion on benefits\, including who\nis eligible\, how to navigate the process and any changes that may be coming. Veterans can enjoy a complimentary spaghetti lunch to eat at our community or take home. \nLearn about local Veteran support networks and programs and services offered by Veteran Community Initiatives\, Inc. \nTours of the Addison of McCullough Place will also be available. This event is open to the public. RSVP is required. RSVP to (814) 255-2213.  URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/understanding-va-benefits-vci-presentation-at-the-addison-of-mccullough-place/ LOCATION:The Addison at McCullough Place\, 500 Cheney Oak Drive\, Johnstown\, Pennsylvania\, 15905 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250724T175302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T181157Z UID:1424-1757415600-1757430000@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Cambria County PA CareerLink Job Fair and Hero Salute DESCRIPTION:Cambria County PA CareerLink’s Job Fair and Hero Salute is a dynamic event dedicated to highlighting Veterans and Heroes across our region with an opening ceremony paying tribute to those who have served and in remembrance of the first responders and heroes from the 9/11 tragedy that will never be forgotten. This no-cost opportunity offers direct access to job seekers eager to connect with employers who are leading the way in today’s labor market. \nSAVE THE DATE \nTuesday\, September 9th\, 2025 from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm at the Richland Firehall \nLuncheon and Veterans Only job seeker access immediately following the ceremony (11:00 am – 11:30 am). \nEMPLOYERS: Contact (814) 534-2500 to register. Don’t wait\, space is limited! \nCheck back later for more details. If you have any questions\, please reach out to the VCI Office (814) 255-0355. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/cambria-county-pa-careerlink-job-fair-and-hero-salute/ LOCATION:Richland Township Fire Department Banquet Hall\, 1321 Scalp Avenue\, Johnstown\, Pennsylvania\, 15904 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250910T130700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T130700Z UID:1475-1758189600-1758204000@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:PA CareerLink Somerset County 2025 Fall Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Join PA CareerLink Somerset County for their Awareness Days and the 2025 Fall Job Fair — your opportunity to connect with top employers from a variety of industries who are ready to hire! Whether you’re starting your career\, exploring a new path\, or looking to level up\, this is your chance to network\, apply on the spot\, and take the next step toward your future. Bring your resume and dress to impress! URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/pa-careerlink-somerset-county-2025-fall-job-fair/ LOCATION:St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church\, 1845 N. Center Avenue\, Somerset\, Pennsylvania\, 15501 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250826T132425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T173756Z UID:1461-1758276000-1758279600@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:10th Annual POW-MIA Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Each year\, Veteran Community Initiatives’ acknowledges the bravery and sacrifice of prisoners of war (POW)\, service members missing in action (MIA)\, and their families and ensures that the commitment to bring them home is remembered. Please join us for a special recognition service in the 1st Summit Arena Cambria County War Memorial Lobby. \nFriday\, September 19th at 10:00 AM \nAgenda \n\nWelcome/Introduction of POW-MIA Recognition Day\n\nJohn Brown\, Vietnam Veteran\, Conemaugh Valley Veterans\, VCI Board Secretary\nVFW 155 Color Guard\nPledge of Allegiance\n\n\nInvocation\nVietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Chapter 364 . . . . . . Marlin Plymette\, VVA Chapter 364 POW-MIA Chair\nKeynote Speakers . . . . . . David Swanson\, U.S. Navy Veteran and Department of Pennsylvania VFW\, State Sergeant at Arms; Ronald Peters\, U.S. Army Veteran\, Vietnam era\, and Department of Pennsylvania VFW State Commander and POW/MIA Chair; family of James Crew\, Vietnam — Pat Crew\, Wife; Dianna Crew\, Daughter\nRetire Colors/TAPS\nClose of POW-MIA Ceremony\n\n  URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/10th-annual-pow-mia-ceremony/ LOCATION:1st Summit Arena Cambria County War Memorial\, 326 Napoleon Street\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250826T133122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T133122Z UID:1463-1758380400-1758380400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:VCI @ Good Vibes Save Lives\, 6th Annual Concert Fundraiser for Suicide Prevention DESCRIPTION:Veteran Community Initiatives\, Inc. (VCI) is proud to support the Good Vibes Save Lives Concert Fundraiser for Suicide Prevention! Please stop by our table to find resources and information regarding VCI’s programs and services while you enjoy the concert’s many festivities: \n\nMemorial Walk\nLive Music\nFood Trucks\nLuminaria\nCommunity Resources\nInformational Sessions\nSpecial Guest Speaker Jen Silbaugh\, author of A Dove in the Shadows\n\nPlease note that the concert fundraiser runs from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM. \nMore information can be found through the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies and on Facebook. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/vci-good-vibes-save-lives-6th-annual-concert-fundraiser-for-suicide-prevention/ LOCATION:Laurel Arts Center\, 214 Harrison Avenue\, Somerset\, Pennsylvania\, 15501 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250827T165837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T165900Z UID:1470-1758794400-1758808800@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Rural Veterans Outreach: Windber VFW DESCRIPTION:All Veterans and Community Members Welcome! Join us for a light lunch\, networking\, and resource sharing at the Windber VFW Post #4795. \nThis no-cost event will have Veteran experts and Advocates available to discuss and present Veteran-related topics\, such as benefits\, claims\, caregiving\, discharge upgrades\, healthcare\, PTSD\, veteran support groups\, homelessness\, outreach & enrollment\, military medals & records\, vocational rehabilitation\, Cambria County Veterans Treatment Court\, and job search assistance. \nAttending Agencies: \n\nSomerset County Veterans Affairs Office\nAltoona VA Medical Center\nPA Department of Military and Veteran Affairs\nPA National Guard Family Readiness Program\nVietnam Veterans of America Chapter 364\nDisabled American Veterans Chapter 2\nConemaugh Valley Veterans\nDick’s Woodworks\nSomerset County Military Family Support Group\nLarry Mattes Foundation\nVeteran Community Initiatives (VCI)\n\nMore to come! \nIf your agency is interested in joining this event\, please contact our office at (814) 255-0355 and ask for Josh Hauser. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/rural-veterans-outreach-windber-vfw/ LOCATION:Windber VFW Post #4795\, 1420 Graham Avenue\, Windber\, Pennsylvania\, 15963 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251011 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250818T132211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T132211Z UID:1445-1760140800-1760399999@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Tee It Up For a Wounded Veteran Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION:Hosted at Johnstown’s premier private Country Club\, this 3-day annual golf tournament benefits local wounded Veterans. Call (814) 266-1416 for tee times. Please note that you must call 7 days in advance to book your tee time. \nSponsorships are now open! Contact Derek Tyson\, General Manager/PGA Pro for more information: (814) 266-1416. \n\n$30 Donation benefits Local Wounded Veterans*\nSingle Hole Sponsor: $100 Donation\nDouble Hole Sponsor: $175 Donation\n\n*Cart Fees Additional. \nMake checks payable to Windber Country Club Wounded Vets. See the attached flyers for more details. \nSponsorship inquiries can be taken through the VCI Office. If you are interested\, you are welcome to call VCI at (814) 255-0355 for assistance. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Windber Country Club Tee It Up Flyer-2025\n \n File size: 1.06 MB\n Created: 08-18-2025\n Updated: 08-18-2025\n Hits: 66\n \n \n \n \n \n Download\n \n \n \n Preview\n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Windber Country Club Sponsorship Form 2025\n \n File size: 1.14 MB\n Created: 08-18-2025\n Updated: 08-18-2025\n Hits: 61\n \n \n \n \n \n Download\n \n \n \n Preview URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/tee-it-up-for-a-wounded-veteran-golf-tournament/ LOCATION:Windber Country Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250605T134049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T135308Z UID:1325-1760792400-1760799600@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Cambria County Military Hall of Fame 10th Induction Ceremony DESCRIPTION:The Veterans Committee of 1st Summit Arena @ Cambria County War Memorial will conduct their 10th Induction Ceremony to honor notable veterans from Cambria County\, PA\, on Saturday\, Oct. 18\, 2025. All are welcome and encouraged to attend! To be inducted are: Army Private 1st Class Anthony P. Coll\, Army Private John F. Gallagher\, Air Force Colonel Doug Lengenfelder\, Army Major William H. Rose\, and Army Colonel Joseph Sartiano. The event will be held at 1pm inside the lobby of the arena. \n \nCambria County Military Hall Of Fame 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/1325/ LOCATION:1st Summit Arena Cambria County War Memorial\, 326 Napoleon Street\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250624T133226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T151821Z UID:1356-1761724800-1761838200@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:2025 Veterans Symposium\, 20th Anniversary DESCRIPTION:Veteran Community Initiatives\, Inc. (VCI) hosts an annual no-cost symposium\, referred to as Veterans Symposium\, to bring together Veterans\, experts\, policymakers\, service providers\, and advocates for exploratory learning about issues and initiatives affecting the Veteran community\, including Veterans’ well-being\, rights\, and services. \nThe Veterans Symposium has coordinated by the Pennsylvania Disabled Veterans Rehabilitation (PDVR)/Occupational Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) group since 2005\, which was first appointed and organized by John P. Murtha\, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and former United States Representative. The committee has since been led by Tom Caulfield\, VCI President & CEO. This year marks the Symposium’s 20th anniversary. \nDATES: Wednesday\, October 29 and Thursday\, October 30 \nTIMES: 8:00 AM Registration | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Presentations\, Networking\, Lunch (Asiago’s Tuscan Italian Restaurant) \n1.5 CEUs Available for Attendees who attend the Symposium (2 Full Days) \nLOCATION: Pennsylvania Highlands Community College\, 101 Community College Wy\, Johnstown\, PA 15904 \nThank you to Aetna Better Health for being this year’s Primary Event Sponsor! \nThank you to Pennsylvania Highlands Community College for being this event’s Site Sponsor! \nTopics: Education and Training Opportunities for Veterans\, Single County Authority Drug and Alcohol Programs (Cambria and Somerset Counties)\, Identity Theft and Fraud Prevention\, Disability and Community Services: Human Engineering Research Labs (HERL)\, Cambria County Veterans Treatment Court Program\, The Impact Problem Gambling has on the Military and Veteran Community\, Gambling Addiction Among Veterans – A Personal Journey\, UWork Reentry Program – FCI Loretto\, Veterans Benefits and Claims\, VCI’s Current Initiatives At a Glance\, Veterans in the Workforce\, Veterans Court Mentorship Roundtable\, and the VA in Your Community. \nUPDATE: Please be aware that registration for this event closed on Thursday\, October 16th. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n 2025 Veterans Symposium Flyer (004)\n \n File size: 12.13 MB\n Created: 09-30-2025\n Updated: 09-30-2025\n Hits: 84\n \n \n \n \n \n Download\n \n \n \n Preview URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/2025-veterans-symposium-20th-anniversary/ LOCATION:Pennsylvania Highlands Community College\, 101 Community College Way\, Johnstown\, Pennsylvania\, 15904 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251028T165434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T170315Z UID:1526-1761908400-1761915600@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Veterans Leadership Program Food Distribution DESCRIPTION:Veterans Leadership Program’s (VLP) Military Share Food Distribution will be held on Friday\, Oct. 31\, 2025 at 727 Goucher Street Johnstown\, PA. Vehicle lineup begins at 11am. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/veterans-leadership-program-food-distribution/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251024T150638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T150638Z UID:1496-1762416000-1762423200@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:GJSD Veterans Breakfast DESCRIPTION:The Greater Johnstown School District will hold it’s 26th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Nov. 6. Please call (814) 533-5670 Ext. 1670 to register. GJSD Veterans Breakfast 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/gjsd-veterans-breakfast/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251028T153203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T153203Z UID:1521-1762416000-1762430400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Admiral Peary Veterans Breakfast-Lunch 2025 DESCRIPTION:The students at Admiral Peary Area Vocational Technical School have planned a special event in your honor!On November 6th\, the Culinary and Cosmetology programs will be offering their services at 8 AM and 12 PM.Veterans can enjoy either breakfast or lunch and choose from one non-chemical salon service for you and a guest.To RSVP call 814-472-6490 Ext 335 by October 24th. \nPlease RSVP as soon as possible if you plan to attend this event! URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/admiral-peary-veterans-breakfast-lunch-2025/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251028T170829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T170934Z UID:1529-1762428600-1762435800@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Sen. Judy Ward Veterans Lunch 2025 DESCRIPTION:Sen. Judy will host a Veterans Appreciation Lunch on Thursday\, Nov. 6 at the American Legion Park Social Hall at 1501 N. Juniata Street Hollidaysburg\, PA\, from 11:30am-1:30-pm. Area veterans and their families are invited to attend free of charge in appreciation of their service to our country. Attendees must register by calling (814) 695-8386. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/sen-judy-ward-veterans-lunch-2025/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251027T150636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T150636Z UID:1504-1762500600-1762511400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Bishop McCort Veterans Breakfast 2025 DESCRIPTION:Bishop McCort’s National Honors Society would like to thank our veterans for their service by inviting them to a free breakfast on Friday\, Nov. 7\, 2025 from 0730-1030. The invitation is extended to all veterans plus one guest. Please RSVP by calling (814) 536-8991 no later than Wednesday\, Nov. 5.Bishop McCort Veteran Breakfast 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/bishop-mccort-veterans-breakfast-2025/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251031T125122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125122Z UID:1536-1762504200-1762511400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Sen. Stefano & Rp. Metzgar Veterans Breakfast 2025 DESCRIPTION:State Sen. Pat Stefano and Rep. Carl Metzgar will once again to host a Veterans Breakfast for Somerset County veterans\, as a token of appreciation for those who have served our great nation. The event will allow them to connect with other local veterans and learn about the state-related services available.Ron Mash\, director of veteran services for Somerset County\, will serve as the keynote speaker and share valuable insights on available benefits and ways to access support programs for veterans and their families.Those planning to attend must register by calling my office at 814-443-4230. Somerset American Legion Post #181 located at 126 W. Main Street Somerset\, PA. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/sen-stefano-rp-metzgar-veterans-breakfast-2025/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251028T145306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T145442Z UID:1513-1762599600-1762610400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Rep. Frank Burns Veterans Appreciation Meal DESCRIPTION:As his way of thanking veterans for their valuable service to the United States\, state Rep. Frank Burns\, D-Cambria\, is once again hosting a free Veterans Appreciation Meal on Saturday\, Nov. 8. \nThe spaghetti lunch will be 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jackson Township Fire Hall\, 176 Adams Ave.\, Mineral Point. \nVeterans should RSVP by Nov. 3 by calling either of Burns’ district offices at 814-536-8400 or 814-472-8021. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/rep-frank-burns-veterans-appreciation-meal/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251027T151338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T151338Z UID:1509-1762617600-1762621200@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:St. Clement Parish Veterans Mass 2025 DESCRIPTION:St. Clement Parish will hold their annual Veteran’s Day Celebration Saturday\, Nov. 8 at 4pm. All are welcome to their Liturgical celebration honoring the men and women who have made sacrifices in the name of freedom and democracy. There will be reserved seating for veterans\, active-duty military\, and their families. A special collection will be taken in support of Veteran Community Initiatives. Please contact St. Clement for more details at (814) 255-4422.St. Clement Veteran Breakfast 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/st-clement-parish-veterans-mass-2025/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251024T154614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T195006Z UID:1499-1762876800-1762880400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:2025 Veterans Day Parade DESCRIPTION:The Conemaugh Valley Veterans will hold their 28th Annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday\, Nov. 11 at 4pm on Main Street in Johnstown\, PA. After the parade\, there will be a short ceremony in front of City Hall. Come join in honoring our area veterans! Also\, children of all ages who may want to march in honor of Johnstown native and Spider-Man co-creator Steve Ditko\, are encouraged to join the parade’s Ditko Division! Call (814) 255-0355 or email hauserj@vciinc.org to learn how you can participate. Veterans Day Parade 2025 Flyer Ditko Division Flyer 2025 \n2025 Lineup By Division \nParade Division Lineup Graphic 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/2025-veterans-day-parade/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251115 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251028T180507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T180507Z UID:1533-1763078400-1763164799@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:5th Annual Johnstown Veterans Day Ice Hockey Tournament DESCRIPTION:Join the Johnstown Generals November 14–16 at 1st Summit Arena @ Cambria County War Memorial in Johnstown for a tournament featuring veteran ice hockey teams from near and far. It’s a weekend of competitive hockey\, shared purpose\, and powerful moments on the ice. \n\nCome cheer on veteran teams from near and far as they hit the ice.\n\n\nTag your crew. Save the date. Let’s pack the arena and make this tournament unforgettable. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/5th-annual-johnstown-veterans-day-ice-hockey-tournament/ LOCATION:1st Summit Arena Cambria County War Memorial\, 326 Napoleon Street\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T223000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251027T152303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T152303Z UID:1511-1763109000-1763159400@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Rep. Jim Rigby's Veterans Breakfast 2025 DESCRIPTION:Rep. Jim Rigby will host a Veterans Breakfast Friday\, Nov. 14\, 2025 at the Cresson American Legion Post #238 at 8:30am. The post’s commander\, Scott Eberhart\, will be the guest speaker. Veterans are asked to register in advance by calling (814) 536-9818.Rigby Veteran Breakfast 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/rep-jim-rigbys-veterans-breakfast-2025/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251028T150149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T150149Z UID:1515-1763226000-1763235000@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Westmont Presbyterian Church Veterans Dinner 2025 DESCRIPTION:Westmont Presbyterian Church will hold a Veteran’s Dinner as a Thank You to local veterans for their service. The dinner will be held at the church located at 601 Luzerne Street Johnstown\, PA\, from 5:00-7:30 on Saturday\, Nov. 15\, 2025. Please call the church office at (814) 536-0796 to make reservations.Veterans Dinner Westmont Presbyterian Flyer 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/westmont-presbyterian-church-veterans-dinner-2025/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251028T152653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T163815Z UID:1518-1763474400-1763488800@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Registration Day for JARI's Defense Manufacturing Training Program DESCRIPTION:Johnstown Area Regional Industries (JARI) is holding a Registration Day on Tuesday\, Nov. 18 from 2pm-6pm at Made in Johnstown located 420 Main Street\, Johnstown\, PA\, for their upcoming six-week training series featuring nationally-recognized programming preparing adults for entry-level defense manufacturing career pathways. \nThe Registration Day allows visitors an opportunity get to know the program\, people\, and space before the actual course begin. \n  \nThe course itself will run from Dec. 2\, 2025 through Jan. 22\, 2026 and includes studies in: \n-Additive Manufacturing & Troubleshooting\n-CNC Manufacturing & Assembly\n-Blueprint\, Lean/S5\, & Quality\n-Robotics & Mathematics\n-PPE\, Safety\, Hazards\, & Fire Safety\n-OSHA\, Power Tools\, Measurements\, & Tolerances \nCourses will be held at Made in Johnstown Tuesdays from 11AM – 3PM & Thursdays from 11AM – 4PM beginning Dec. 2\, 2025 thru Jan. 22\, 2026. \nPlease contact Traci Ondriezek\, JARI Defense Program Director\, with questions at (814) 425-5098 or tondriezek@jari.com \nJARI Defense Program Registration Day 2025 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/registration-day-for-jaris-defense-manufacturing-training-program/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20250924T160051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T160051Z UID:1488-1763640000-1763647200@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Veterans Appreciation Luncheon DESCRIPTION:It is the pleasure of Veteran Community Initiatives\, Inc. (VCI) and the Salvation Army to cordially invite you and a guest to this year’s Veterans’ Appreciation Luncheon! This no-cost event is to honor the local Veteran community through a special recognition luncheon. \nDATE: Thursday\, November 20\, 2025 \nTIME: 12:00 PM (doors open at 11:00 AM) \nLOCATION: Richland Firehall \nRSVP by Friday\, November 7th to the VCI Office: (814) 255-0355 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n 2025 Salvation Army Holiday Lunch Flyer\n \n File size: 2.62 MB\n Created: 09-24-2025\n Updated: 09-24-2025\n Hits: 66\n \n \n \n \n \n Download\n \n \n \n Preview URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/veterans-appreciation-luncheon-2/ LOCATION:Richland Township Fire Department Banquet Hall\, 1321 Scalp Avenue\, Johnstown\, Pennsylvania\, 15904 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251205T142722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T142722Z UID:1558-1765634400-1765648800@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Westmont Indoor Golf - Army Navy Game 2025 DESCRIPTION:Westmont Indoor Golf is holding an Army-Navy Game watch party and collecting donations to help acquire a stairlift for a local veteran in need. \n  URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/westmont-indoor-golf-army-navy-game-2025/ LOCATION:Westmont Indoor Golf\, 1765 Goucher Street\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15905\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20251113T174943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T175018Z UID:1552-1765634400-1765659600@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Army-Navy Game at the Conemaugh PNA DESCRIPTION:The Conemaugh Polish National Alliance (PNA) is inviting Army-Navy fans to watch the game with them\, and raise funds for a donation to an organization that helps train service dogs for veterans. The social club\, located at 465 Heritage Street East Conemaugh\, PA\, will be open at 2pm Saturday Dec. 13\, 2025\, for the annual Army-Navy rivalry\, that starts at 3pm. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/army-navy-game-at-the-conemaugh-pna/ LOCATION:Conemaugh PNA\, 465 Heritage Street\, East Conemaugh\, PA\, 15909\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184412 CREATED:20260206T153017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T153513Z UID:1577-1771671600-1771678800@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:81st Anniversary of the Flag Raising on Iwo Jima DESCRIPTION:The Conemaugh Valley Detachment #287 of the Marine Corps League will honor the 81st anniversary of the flag raising on Iwo Jima\, during a ceremony at Sgt. Michael Strank Park Memorial Park at 11am February 21\, 2026. The park is located in Franklin Borough at 1149 Main St Johnstown\, PA 15909. \nImmediately following the ceremony\, a reception will be held at Green Diamond Industrial (also in Franklin Borough) 1317 Main St Johnstown PA 15909 with Sgt. Maj. Paul Anderson USMC (Ret.) serving as the guest speaker. \nMichael Strank Ceremony 2026 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/81st-anniversary-of-the-flag-raising-on-iwo-jima/ LOCATION:Sgt. Michael Strank Memorial Park\, 1149 Main Street\, Johnstown\, 15909\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR