BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Veteran Community Initiatives, Inc. - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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;VALUE=DATE:20251011 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 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: 65\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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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:20260403T133912 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260206T155105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155105Z UID:1586-1773360000-1773446399@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:National K-9 Veterans Day DESCRIPTION:K-9 Veterans Day is celebrated annually on March 13th to honor the service\, sacrifice\, and dedication of all military working dogs (MWDs) and service dogs in the U.S.\, recognizing them as vital members of the armed forces and first responders\, with the date marking the official formation of the U.S. Army’s K-9 Corps in 1942. It’s a day to acknowledge their crucial roles in detection\, patrol\, search & rescue\, and protection\, celebrating their bravery alongside their human handlers. It’s a day to remember our four-legged partners who’ve served alongside our men and women in uniform since 1942! URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/national-k-9-veterans-day/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260206T161534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T161534Z UID:1608-1774396800-1774483199@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:National Medal of Honor Day DESCRIPTION:March 25\, 2026 – Medal of Honor Day – A holiday to honor the heroism and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients for the United States. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/national-medal-of-honor-day/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260226T210529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T210529Z UID:1656-1774602000-1774614600@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:9th Annual Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day Event DESCRIPTION:Our area’s 9th Annual Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day event will take place on Friday\, March 27 from 9am-12:30pm at the Masonic Event and Conference Center located at 130 Valley Pike Johnstown\, PA 15905. Veterans of all eras and the community are welcome to attend. There will be a ceremony at 10am to honor the 105 individuals from Cambria and Somerset County who were lost during the Vietnam War. Brig. Gen. Frank McGovern\, Assistant Adjutant General of the Pennsylvania National Guard will serve as the guest speaker. Various organizations that offer benefits and resources to veterans and their families will have tables at the event\, to include personnel from the Altoona VA Medical Center. The event is sponsored by Veteran Community Initiatives\, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 263\, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 2\, Conemaugh Valley Veterans\, and the Joseph Schantz Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. \nVVRD Flyer 2026 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/9th-annual-vietnam-veterans-recognition-day-event/ LOCATION:Masonic Event and Conference Center\, 130 Valley Pike\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15905-3092\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260218T155151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T155151Z UID:1642-1775174400-1775260799@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Registration Deadline: Veteran Storytelling Workshop DESCRIPTION:St. Francis University will host their “Why I Served” veteran storytelling workshop 10am-2pm at the Connors Family Fine Arts Center located at 181 Catherine Street Loretto\, PA 15940. They are searching for 12 veterans to tell their stories and are inviting interested veterans to register by April 3. The workshop will match participants with an experienced storytelling coach to help veterans refine and rehearse their story for a public event on June 7 from 2pm-4pm. To register\, call Dr. Arthur Remillard at (814) 472-3434 or email steam@francis.edu. \nSt. Francis Veteran Storytelling Workshop 2026 \nSt. Francis Veteran Storytelling Event 2026 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/registration-deadline-veteran-storytelling-workshop/ LOCATION:St. Francis University’s Connors Family Fine Arts Center\, 181 Catherine Steet\, Loretto\, PA\, 15940\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260206T155300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155342Z UID:1588-1775347200-1775433599@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Gold Star Spouses Day DESCRIPTION:Gold Star Spouses Day\, observed annually on April 5th\, honors the surviving husbands and wives of military members who died in service to the U.S. armed forces. Established to recognize their resilience\, this day pays tribute to the ultimate sacrifice made by their partners. It stems from a World War I tradition where families displayed gold stars for service members who died in combat. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/gold-star-spouses-day/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260331T140024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T140024Z UID:1683-1776160800-1776175200@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Central City VFW Rural Outreach DESCRIPTION:We will hold a Rural Veteran Outreach event at the Central City VFW Post #7457 located at 351 Main Street Central City\, PA from 10am-2pm Tuesday April 14. \nOur Rural Veteran Outreach events allow veterans and their families to get information about various benefits and resources available to them and have direct contact with area agencies who can assist them. We will have coffee and donuts in the morning and a light lunch for attendees. There is no charge to attend and membership is not needed. For more information\, contact Josh Hauser at (814) 255-0355 or email at hauserj@vciinc.org. \nVFW Somerset County Central City Veteran Rural Outreach Flyer 2026 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/central-city-vfw-rural-outreach/ LOCATION:Central City VFW Post #7457\, 351 Main Street\, Central City\, PA\, 15926\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260218T154706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T154802Z UID:1639-1777111200-1777125600@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Veteran Storytelling Workshop DESCRIPTION:St. Francis University will host their “Why I Served” veteran storytelling workshop 10am-2pm at the Connors Family Fine Arts Center located at 181 Catherine Street Loretto\, PA 15940. They are searching for 12 veterans to tell their stories and are inviting interested veterans to register by April 3. The workshop will match participants with an experienced storytelling coach to help veterans refine and rehearse their story for a public event on June 7 from 2pm-4pm. To register\, call Dr. Arthur Remillard at (814) 472-3434 or email steam@francis.edu. \nSt. Francis Veteran Storytelling Workshop 2026 \nSt. Francis Veteran Storytelling Event 2026 URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/veteran-storytelling-workshop/ LOCATION:St. Francis University’s Connors Family Fine Arts Center\, 181 Catherine Steet\, Loretto\, PA\, 15940\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260223T143747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T143747Z UID:1653-1777122000-1777132800@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Vino for Vets DESCRIPTION:Sip. Shop. Support Our Veterans. \nJoin the VFW #155 Auxiliary for their 9th Annual unforgettable afternoon at Vino for Vets\, a relaxing celebration of fine spirits\, local craft vendors\, and smooth acoustic music — all benefiting a great cause: the VFW Auxiliary. \nEnjoy tastings from regional wineries and distilleries\, shop unique handmade goods\, and unwind with great company and live acoustic tunes. It’s the perfect blend of flavor\, community\, and purpose. \nCome raise a glass and help us give back to those who’ve given so much.\nCheers to good wine\, good times\, and a great cause! URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/vino-for-vets/ LOCATION:1st Summit Arena Cambria County War Memorial\, 326 Napoleon Street\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260206T155423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155423Z UID:1590-1777593600-1777679999@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Silver Star Banner Day DESCRIPTION:Silver Star Banner Day is celebrated on May 1. The day honors the sacrifices of the U.S. military personnel as well as those awarded with the Silver Star. URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/silver-star-banner-day/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133912 CREATED:20260218T210239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T210239Z UID:1644-1777975200-1777993200@www.vciinc.org SUMMARY:Cambria County Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Employers and job seekers\, mark your calendars! More information will be coming soon. \n  \nAre you interested in being a vendor or sponsor for this event? Please complete the form and return it to Bryan Young\, JARI\, at byoung@jari.com. \nDeadline to register as a vendor or sponsor is April 13th\, 2026. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Cambria County Job Fair Registration Fillable\n \n File size: 379.62 KB\n Created: 02-18-2026\n Updated: 02-18-2026\n Hits: 14\n \n \n \n \n \n Download\n \n \n \n Preview URL:https://www.vciinc.org/event/cambria-county-job-fair-2/ LOCATION:Frank J Pasquerilla Center\, Johnstown\, Pennsylvania END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR