Lawrence County Quarterly Job Fair
2025-10-16 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
In-Person :: 4-hour :: Free Event
PA CareerLink® Lawrence County will host its next quarterly job fair at 101 S. Mercer Street, Suite 101, New Castle, PA. The event is free to attend and includes open interviews with local employers. Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet directly with hiring representatives and learn more about available positions.
Employment fairs like this are valuable resources for Veterans and their families, offering direct pathways to connect military experience with civilian career opportunities.
Location:
PA CareerLink® Lawrence County, 101 S. Mercer Street, Suite 101, New Castle, PA 16101.
Schedule:

10:00 AM – Doors open / employer tables available
2:00 PM – Event ends

Contact:
For details, contact GG Chamberlain at 724-658-7258 ext. 221 or cchamberlain@wcjp.org .
https://www.tinyurl.com/jobfairSRC

Rain Barrel & Composting Workshop
2025-10-22 18:00 - 19:30
In-Person :: 1.5-hour :: $10 Event
The Lawrence County Conservation District is hosting a Rain Barrel and Composting Workshop at Pasture Maid Creamery in New Castle, PA. Attendees will learn about rain barrels, stormwater management, soil and water conservation, backyard composting, and more. Each participant will receive either a compost bin or rain barrel (with adapter kit). Supplies are limited and available first-come, first-served. Cost is $10 (cash at the door), and pre-registration is required.
Workshops like this support sustainable living and environmental stewardship. Veterans and their families may find value in learning cost-saving, practical ways to care for their homes and land while connecting with the broader community.
Registration: Contact the Lawrence County Conservation District by email at jzona@lawrencecountypa.gov or call 724-658-6925 ext. 2.
Venue Notes: Please bring a camp chair, dress for the weather, and wear appropriate footwear for the cow bedding barn tour. Light refreshments will be provided, including cheese and milk from Pasture Maid Creamery.
Location: Pasture Maid Creamery, 571 Cow Path Lane, New Castle, PA 16101.

Mercer County 11th Annual Veterans Stand Down & Resource Fair
2025-10-23 11:00 - 15:00
In-Person :: 4-hour :: Free Event
All Veterans and their families are invited to connect with over 60 local resources, enjoy food, and build camaraderie at the Hickory VFW Post 6166. Transportation support is available through MCCT, and Veterans ride free.
Flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines will be available from Primary Health Network.
Why It Matters:
Stand Downs help Veterans and their families quickly access benefits, health services, and community support in one place—reducing barriers and strengthening connections.
Transportation: Call MCCT Transit Office at 724-981-6222 to schedule a ride. Advanced registration is appreciated.
Info / Resource Tables / Donations: Contact Lori Johnson, Manager of Planning & Development, Community Action Partnership of Mercer County, at ljohnson@capmercer.org or 724-342-6222 x14. Mailing address: 215 S Water Avenue, Sharon, PA 16146.
Location: Hickory VFW Post 6166, 5550 E. State Street, Hermitage, PA.

Butler County Stand Down
2025-11-07 10:30 - 13:30
In-Person :: 3-hour :: Free Event
Butler County’s Stand Down event will be hosted at American Legion Post 778. Now celebrating 10 years, this annual event brings together vital resources, services, and support for Veterans and their families.
Schedule:

10:30 AM – Opening Ceremony
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Veterans-only access (proof of Veteran status required)
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: General public welcome

Contact: For general inquiries and vendors, reach Allyson Rose at 724-284-5114 or email ButlerCountyStandDown@gmail.com. Volunteers can contact Ashlee Hershberger at 724-431-3643.
Location: American Legion Post 778, 150 Legion Memorial Lane, Butler, PA 16001.

Warren County "Be Well Warrior" Resource Fair
2025-11-07 11:00 - 15:00
Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
Time: 11a-3p
Location: Warren YMCA, 212 Lexington Ave, Warren, PA
Connect with others while learning about local resources and supports for active military, Veterans, and military families. Meet service providers, community groups, and peers. This free event is a chance to find programs, benefits, and supports that fit your needs.
Vendor & agency info
Vendor and agency registration is open through October 24, 2025. There is no registration fee. We ask agencies to consider bringing a gift card or small donation for attendee door prizes. To register or ask questions, call 814-726-0110 or email erin@warrenymca.org.
Find more
Follow the event on Facebook: @BeWellWarrior or visit the host page: warrenymca.org/warrior.
Why this matters
Events that connect people to services and strengthen local social networks can reduce suicide risk by improving access to care and social support (VA, 2024). Bringing Veterans together with trusted providers and community organizations helps make help easier to find when it is needed.
This event is open to the public. The Northwest Pennsylvania Veteran Suicide Prevention Program is pleased to help raise awareness. We are not the event sponsor or organizer.
Sources

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (2024), VA Suicide Prevention
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Suicide Prevention

Butler County Free Remote Area Medical Clinic
2025-11-08 00:00
In-Person :: Free Event :: First come, first served
Remote Area Medical (RAM) will host a free medical clinic in Butler, PA, offering no-cost healthcare services to those in need. Services are provided by volunteer professionals and the clinic is open to the public, with care offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Services typically include:

Dental
Vision
General medical care

Access to affordable healthcare is a critical issue for many, including Veterans and their families. This clinic provides an opportunity to receive needed services without financial barriers.
Details: Specific service hours and location logistics are typically provided by RAM closer to the event date. Services are available until capacity is reached each day.
Organizer: Remote Area Medical (RAM)
Contact:
For more information contact Remote Area Medical at www.ramusa.org or 865-579-1530

Christmas in Veterans Memorial Park (Clarion County)
2025-11-24 18:00
In-Person :: Community Celebration :: Sponsorship Opportunity
The 4th Annual Christmas in Veterans Memorial Park invites businesses, organizations, and individuals in Clarion County to sponsor and decorate trees in honor of Veterans, active duty military members, and first responders. A total of 30 trees will be available, with returning sponsors given first priority at $100 per tree. Sponsors provide their own decorations and outdoor-rated extension cords, and decorations must be securely fastened due to strong winds in the park.
Returning sponsor deadline: October 18, 2025.
New sponsor deadline: October 31, 2025.
Location:
Veterans Memorial Park
Clarion County, PA
Schedule:

November 15, 2025 – Trees set up in the park
November 16, 2025 – Trees available for decorating
November 23, 2025 – Deadline for decorated trees
November 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – Light-Up Night (all trees lit simultaneously)
After January 1, 2026 – Decorations may be removed
By January 10, 2026 – Trees removed from the park

More information:
Contact Bobbie Lawrence at 814-229-8878 for details.
This event is listed here as a resource for Veterans, families, and community members who may find it meaningful. It is organized by the Christmas in Veterans Memorial Park Committee and is not affiliated with the Resilient Veteran website.

Oasis Center Community Thanksgiving Dinner (Mercer)
2025-11-27 13:00 - 15:00
In-Person :: 2-hour :: Free Community Meal (while food is available)
Community Thanksgiving Dinner hosted by Greater New & Living Way/Oasis Center. Open to the community while food lasts.
Shared meals can ease holiday strain and create connection. Veterans and families are welcome to take part in a warm community setting.
Location:
Founder’s Fellowship Hall
840 Highland Rd, Sharon, PA 16148
Schedule:

1:00 PM – Meal service begins (while supplies last)
3:00 PM – Event ends

More information:
Phone: 724-418-1560
Heads up: we’re sharing this as a courtesy for Veterans and their families who may find it useful. Details come from the organizer and can change; this listing isn’t managed by The Resilient Veteran.

2025 Winter Wonderland: Clarion County Resource Fair
2025-12-02 16:30 - 18:30
In-Person :: 2-hour :: Free Family Event
A countywide resource fair at the Clarion Mall with family activities and giveaways: SANTA, dinner, bounce houses, free raffle, and balloon animals. Registration opens at mall entrances at 4:15 p.m. No income guidelines.
Many families of Veterans look for supportive community events heading into the holidays; this fair can help connect households with local resources and lighthearted stress relief.
Location:Clarion Mall
Schedule:

4:15 PM – Registration opens (mall entrances)
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Resource fair open
6:00 PM – Raffle drawing

More information:Email: heather.beshaw@uhsinc.com, dthorpe@family-psych.org, jbowser@anrinfo.org
Heads up: we’re sharing this as a courtesy for Veterans and their families who may find it useful. Details come from the organizer and can change; this listing isn’t managed by The Resilient Veteran.

Suds of Love Free Laundry Day (Mercer County)
2025-12-10 10:00 - 15:00
In-Person :: 5-hour :: Free Service
Carelon is covering the cost of self-service washers, dryers, detergent, and fabric softener. Bring your clothes; the rest is provided at no charge.
Free laundry days help stretch household budgets, helping Veteran and all families manage tight finances.
Location:
Sharon Coin Laundry
149 South Irvine Avenue, Sharon, PA 16146
Schedule:

10:00 AM – Services available
3:00 PM – Services end

More information:
Organizer: Carelon
Website: https://pa.carelon.com
Heads up: we’re sharing this as a courtesy for Veterans and their families who may find it useful. Details come from the organizer and can change; this listing isn’t managed by The Resilient Veteran.

Winter Wellness Workshop: Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder (Butler County)
2025-12-18 18:00 - 19:00
In-Person :: 1-hour :: Free Workshop
Discussion on coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder and practical strategies to support mental health during winter. Free and open to all; coffee/tea and light snacks provided. Seating is limited; registration is for seating only.
Veterans and their families may feel winter mood shifts more acutely after service or during transitions. Consider joining this session for straightforward tools and peer connections if you are among those affected.
Location:
Worthington–West Franklin Community Library (Butler County, PA)
Schedule:

6:00 PM – Workshop begins
7:00 PM – Workshop ends

More information:
Call for seating registration: 724-297-3762
Heads up: we’re sharing this as a courtesy for Veterans and their families who may find it useful. Details come from the organizer and can change; this listing isn’t managed by The Resilient Veteran.
