06/23/2026
Update from Don Timmons 06- 23-26
Good afternoon to all. Read to the bottom. New events and opportunities.
All Veterans, family members, Gold Star Family members, active military, surviving spouses and supporters, join us Wednesday, July 8 for the VBH / RCR for the 250th anniversary of our country celebration LUNCH.
This will be a casual gathering with entertainment, information and comradery. Doors open at 10:30 am, the program begins at NOON am for this special LUNCH event.
Sponsored by Patriot Mobile
Hosted by Veterans Bridge Home and Richard Childress Racing
Special Guest Speaker: Congressman Mark Walker. In 2024, President Trump selected Congressman Walker to lead the RNC’s faith outreach program. Last April, Walker was nominated by the President to serve as Ambassador for International Religious Freedom and in January of this year, Walker was appointed by the President to serve as Principal Advisor on global religious freedom.
Enjoy Burgers, Dogs and Apple Pie!
Letters from Home will be with us for a special 250th anniversary show
We will be hosting a “Future Soldier” swearing in ceremony.
Share time with Korean War and WWII veterans.
Visit over 15 Community Partners who provide veteran related support programs.
More to come!
We need your help with event planning.
PLEASE REGISTER HERE
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/738dncn
See more information below.
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TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY MORNING: Concord NC. A special preview of the HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS “Medal of Honor” DOD vehicle (weather permitting). Veterans Coffee and breakfast, Wednesday, June 24. Katie Stankiewicz from non-profit “Soul to Sole Connection” will be discussing their veteran and first responder Counseling & Wellness programs. Hendrick Motorsports – 4433 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd. Charlotte (just off Bruton Smith Blvd in Concord). Veteran Coffee events at Hendrick Motorsports will be held on the 4th Wednesday of every other month. Please share this information and help us grow this very special event. Doors open at 8:30, program begins at 9:00 am. Our new meeting space is in the “brand new” Atrium Health Motorsports Athletic Center. The meeting rooms are near where we previously met, but in the building behind the “Team Souvenir Shop”. Park in the souvenir shop parking lot and follow the “Veteran Event” signs to the meeting space. You will enjoy spending time together and a new full breakfast bar.
See below Hendrick Motor Sports Veteran Coffee events calendar for 2026:
August 26
October 28.
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TODAY: VIRTUAL: “SHE SERVED SUMMIT” Tuesday, June 23 beginning at 5:00 pm. Live VIRTUAL event. “SHE SERVED SUMMIT” Empowering Women Veterans. Presented by “VISN 6 VA Mid Atlantic Health Care Network.”
RSVP to: [email protected]
Veterans Bridge Home survey for women veterans
If you are a woman veteran, Veterans Bridge Home is requesting that you complete and submit a brief survey. This will help us recognize your needs and interests and help us serve you better.
Survey Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/ulCTqYX/connection
Questions: [email protected]
Please share this newsletter with fellow veterans.
Join us Wednesday morning, July 8 at Richard Childress Racing,
RCR Headquarters building (3rd floor) 425 Industrial Dr. Welcome, NC
(Follow the “Veteran Event” signs).
Doors open at 10:30 am, the program begins at noon.
I will be there, with the Richard Childress Racing and Veterans Bridge Home teams.
More event details below
See you at
RCR Wednesday morning, July 8, 2026!!
LUNCH
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Vets Coffee Update newsletter, June 16, 2026
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Join us for Burgers, Dogs and Apple Pie on July 8, 2026
***Richard Childress Racing***
Veterans Coffee event at Richard Childress Racing
Please share this information and bring a Family Member
and/or a Veteran with you.
RCR Headquarters building (3rd floor) 425 Industrial Dr. Welcome, NC
(Follow the “Veteran Event” signs).
I will be there, along with the Richard Childress Racing and Veterans Bridge Home teams.
Doors open at 10:30 am, the program begins at noon
The Richard Childress Racing Museum
will be open for our attendees to visit at no charge after our meetings.
There will be several Veteran Resource organizations, including the North Carolina Dept. of Military & Veterans Affairs, US Dept. of Veteran Affairs, with us to provide information about benefits, support resources and activities available to Veterans and family members.
Feel free to bring another Veteran, family member or friend with you.
As always, there is no cost to attend.
Service members, veterans, Gold Star spouses/family members, surviving spouses, volunteers, supporters, and sponsors are invited to join us at our Veteran Coffee events.
Doors open at 10:30 am, the program begins at NOON
Arrive early, for lunch, visit with your friends, our veteran support community partners, enjoy our military memorabilia displays, and get settled in.
July 8:
Sponsored by Patriot Mobile
Hosted by Veterans Bridge Home and Richard Childress Racing
Special Guest Speaker: Former Congressman Mark Walker. In 2024, President Trump selected Congressman Walker to lead the RNC’s faith outreach program. Last April, Walker was nominated by the President to serve as Ambassador for International Religious Freedom and in January of this year, Walker was appointed by the President to serve as Principal Advisor on global religious freedom.
Burgers, Dogs and Apple Pie!
Letters from Home will be with us for a special 250th anniversary show
We will be hosting a “future soldier” swearing in ceremony.
Share time with Korean War and WWII veterans.
Enjoy WWII and Korean War military memorabilia displays
A special recognition of the Daughters of the American Revolution for their service to the veteran community
Visit over 15 Community Partners who provide veteran related support programs.
More to come!
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TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY MORNING: Concord NC. A special preview of the HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS “Medal of Honor” DOD vehicle (weather permitting). Veterans Coffee and breakfast, Wednesday, June 24. Katie Stankiewicz from non-profit “Soul to Sole Connection” will be discussing their veteran and first responder Counseling & Wellness programs. Hendrick Motorsports – 4433 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd. Charlotte (just off Bruton Smith Blvd in Concord). Veteran Coffee events at Hendrick Motorsports will be held on the 4th Wednesday of every other month. Please share this information and help us grow this very special event. Doors open at 8:30, program begins at 9:00 am. Our new meeting space is in the “brand new” Atrium Health Motorsports Athletic Center. The meeting rooms are near where we previously met, but in the building behind the “Team Souvenir Shop”. Park in the souvenir shop parking lot and follow the “Veteran Event” signs to the meeting space. You will enjoy spending time together and a new full breakfast bar.
See below Hendrick Motor Sports Veteran Coffee events calendar for 2026:
August 26
October 28.
Burlington, NC: “Vet Connect”, Wednesday morning, July 1. begins at 10 am – 11:00 am followed by complimentary lunch. Come early to spend time with other veterans and get settled in. Our speaker will be Jeannette Davidson-Mayer, representing the Elizabeth Dole Foundation “Hidden Heroes” program. 1st Wednesday of every month at the Golden Corral in Burlington, 3108 Garden Rd, Burlington, NC 27215. Join other veterans for information, comradery and lunch.
Hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. [email protected]
Greensboro, NC: Veterans Coffee at the Golden Corral. Thursday, July 16, beginning at 8:30 am. Presented by Veterans Bridge Home, Guilford County Veterans Services and Golden Corral, 4404 Landview Dr. Breakfast is sponsored by Guilford County Veterans Services. These Veteran Coffees will be held on the 3rd Thursday of every other month. Thanks to Golden Corral, especially Pam, “Sunshine”, who has taken care of us , our community partners and other supporters for 8 years.
July 16, September 17 and November 19.
Arrive early and enjoy a complimentary Golden Corral breakfast, program begins at 9:00.
Golden Corral, 4404 Landview Dr, Greensboro, NC 27407
High Point, NC. Tactical T(ea) Time Tuesdays Future dates: Tuesdays Aug 4th, Sep 1st, Oct 6th, Nov 3rd, Dec 1st. This casual drop-in at your convenience between 3:00 and 5:00 pm event (OFFICE HOURS) offers a welcoming space to bridging veterans, employers, and Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) to drive sustainable employment outcomes, build relationships, and explore resources—all over a warm cup of tea. Congdon Yards, 410 W English Rd Suite A 251, High Point, NC.
Hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. [email protected]
High Point, NC. VBH Vets and Vines Thursday, July 30. Nomad Wine Works 432 N. Wrenn St. High Point, NC 27260. Vets and Vines is a quarterly networking event, designed to bring together Servicemembers, Veterans, and Families (SMVF) with local employers and community partners in a relaxed setting. Hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. October 29. [email protected]
High Point, NC. Women Veteran Luncheon Future dates TBD. In honor of Women Veterans Day, we’re creating a space to celebrate, uplift, and support the women in our military and veteran community. Sign up here for our next Luncheon where all Women Veterans, Female Servicemembers, and Military Spouses are welcome. The event will be held in the Millis Family Boardroom at Congdon Yards. This gathering will include lunch, connection, and community — and will also serve as a clothing drive in partnership with Working Wardrobe. Millis Family Boardroom at Congdon Yards, 410 W English Rd Suite A251, High Point, NC. Hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. [email protected]
Charlotte, NC. Veterans Coffee event, every 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:30 – 8:30 am at Veterans Bridge Home HQ, 5260 Parkway Plaza Blvd., Suite 110. The monthly Veteran Coffee event is sponsored by AT&T First Net. The coffee is free and the carbs don't count! www.veteransbridgehome.org information: [email protected]
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Kernersville, NC. “A Heroes Welcome” Come see the Memorials: “The Moving Wall”, “The Traveling 9/11 Memorial” and “The Traveling Tomb of the Unknown Soldier”. June 19 – 21, 2026
VFW Post 5352, 618 Edgewood Dr. Kernersville, NC.
Kernersville NC. Vietnam Veterans of America meeting. Thursday, July 9, beginning at 3 pm. Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Kernersville VFW, Post 5352, 618 Edgewood St. Meeting dates, July 9, August 13, Sept. 10. Get information about a life membership for only $50 and other relevant information each month. Information: [email protected]
Salisbury, NC. Homeless Veterans Stand Down. Tuesday, June 30th, 9:00 am – 1:30 am. W.G. Hefner Salisbury VA Medical Center, Bldg. 6, Gym. Resources include VA & Community Programs. Housing Resources, Veterans Benefits Administration, Employment & Education Resources, Legal Services, Food, Entertainment and Giveaways. No need to register.
Sanford, NC, Veterans Coffee meeting to bring local Veterans together, Next meetings July 14, September 8 and November 10. Speaker TBA: Please share this information with other Veterans, family members and Veteran supporters. Where: Sanford Lions Club, Fairgrounds. Veterans, join us if you can. Information: Keith Gallagher [email protected]
Welcome, NC. Purple Heart Banquet. Saturday, August 15, 2026. Richard Childress Racing Event Center, 425 Industrial Dr. Two free tickets to each Purple Heart recipient or deceased recipient, or family member of a Gold Star recipient. Tickets for others are $25. Hosted by the Northwest Piedmont “Supporters of Wounded Veterans”. Questions, Stephen Amos, 336 462-2024 email rsvp to: [email protected]
Salisbury, NC. Annual Veterans recognition lunch, Wednesday, August 19. Doors open at 10:30 am, Opening ceremony, 11:30. Enjoy aa chicken pan pie and comradery. Free for veterans and 1 guest, donations are welcome. Raffle drawing. Veteran support community partners will be present. Rowan County Events Center, 1965 Jake Alexander Blvd. Hosted by the Frontier Coffee Shop team. More to come, SAVE THE DATE! Information: [email protected]
Flat Rock, NC. Blue Ridge Conference Hall. 2026 Women Warriors’ Leadership Luncheon, August 29, 11 am 2:00 pm. Special Guest speaker, Secretary of the NC Dept of Military and Veterans Affairs, Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette, graduate of the US Airforce Academy with 10 years military service. Keynote speaker, Chief Warrant Officer 4 Natasha Ryan, pilot of a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter with service in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom. To register, or for more information, visit www.veteranshealingfarm.org or call 828-595-6111.
Winston-Salem. September 11, “THE CLIMB TO REMEMBER”. Allegacy Football Stadium on Wake Forest University’s campus. Participants are invited to climb 2,977 steps to honor each life lost on 9/11/2001. The event is hosted by the ROTC No Fear Battalion at Wake Forest University.
The gates open at 6am with the Climb beginning at 6:30am. More to come.
Granite Quarry, NC. Veterans Social and Lunch every Tuesday, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Christiana Lutheran Church, 6190 US-52, Granite Quarry, NC 28146. Hosted by the Frontier Coffee Shop team. There will be speakers and resource information. No need to register. Lunch $7.00 donation. Information - [email protected]
Greensboro, NC. Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 20 meeting every 3rd Thursday evening at the Golden Corral, 4404 Landview Dr. Social hour from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Meeting 7:00 pm until it is over.
Cleveland, NC. Veterans Coffee, 1st Thursday of every month, 9:00 – 10:30 am. Christ Episcopal Church, 3430 Old US 70. Coffee, breakfast, information and comradery. Questions – 704 278-9277
Thomasville, NC. US Military Women Veterans Group Meeting. August 13, beginning at 9:30 am. 8 Cramer St, Thomasville Connecting and supporting Military Women Veterans by providing a safe, positive social environment for conversation, information and comradery. 2026 meeting dates: 9/10, 10/8, 11/12 & 12/10. Information: [email protected]
Lexington, NC, Veterans Appreciation Lunch. October 17, 11am – 1:30pm. DCRS, 115 West 9th Ave. Hosted by Veterans 4 Life. Information, 336 247-5545.
Mocksville, NC. Veterans Coffee. The 1st Thursday of each month. 8:30 – 10:00 am at the Davie County Senior Center, 278 Meroney St. Mocksville, NC. Coffee and a light breakfast will be served. 2026 dates TBD Information: 336 753-6230
King, NC, 2nd Cup Veterans Breakfast, Every Friday morning beginning at 9:00 am. Hosted by the King Senior Center, 107 White Rd. (lower level) King NC. Veterans, their family members and partners are welcome. Information: 336 983-0751
Winston-Salem, VETERANS CUP hosts a weekly VETERANS coffee on the first, third, fourth and fifth Wednesdays of each month; from 8:30 am until 10:30 am. The venue for the VETERANS CUP coffee is located at the American Legion Post 55 in Winston Salem; 111 Miller Street. The coffee is open to all Veterans, spouses, Surviving Spouses and Veteran Supporters. There is no need to register. Information: Veterans Cup [email protected]
Kernersville, NC: VETERANS CUP event on the first, third, fourth and fifth Tuesday of each month at the VFW Post 5352 in Kernersville, 8:30 am until 10:30 am. Every Tuesday of the month except for the second Tuesday. Information: Veterans Cup [email protected]
Walnut Cove, NC, Veterans Coffee event. Every Thursday morning beginning at 9:00 am. Walnut Cove Library, 106 5th St. Information, Hannah Toler, 336 453-3014
Mooresville, Richards Coffee Shop and Military Museum. Monday – Saturday, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. Free coffee for Veterans on Thursdays. Music JAM Saturday mornings. 165 N. Main St. Mooresville. 704 663-0488 www.welcomevets.com
High Point, NC. “High Point Heroes” meetings, the first Friday of each month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm. Location and theme may vary each month. These social get togethers are hosted by High Point Parks & Rec. Veterans and active military personnel are invited and encouraged to attend. Information: Timpani Troxler, 336 883-3488,
or [email protected]
Charlotte, NC. Homeless Veteran Stand Down. Friday, Sept. 25, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. South Charlotte VA, parking lot C, 3506 W. Tyvola Rd. Presented to veterans by the Department of Veterans Affairs in collaboration with Community Partners. Join us to access effective and valuable resources for homeless veterans, and engagement with Community Partners. Resource - Camaraderie _ Recognition.
North Carolina VetLink Calendar
The purpose of the NC VetLink Calendar is to serve as a central hub for veteran-centric events across North Carolina, providing a comprehensive resource for veterans to discover and participate in events that interest them. These events, organized by traditional veteran service organizations such as The American Legion, Amvets, DAV, Marine Corps League, and VFW, as well as community partners like cities, counties, Goodwill, NCWorks, veteran non-profits like the Heroes Center, Veterans Bridge Home, the NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, aim to support veterans and their families through social enrichment.
You can access the calendar at:
https://teamup.com/ksbv2qbnsc8t1cspoo
Any person, organization, or group may submit a request to add their veteran-centric event to NC VetLink. To do so, complete the Google Form available at https://forms.gle/LrC6dG4X1Rkvp9fR9.
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Save the Date for other “Veterans Bridge Home” and Community Partner
Veteran support events.
Join us when you can and bring a Veteran with you.
See Below
Clemmons: VFW Post 9010 and Auxiliary located in Clemmons, NC, 4675 Hampton Rd. Clemmons, NC. This meeting is held on the first Tuesday of each month, beginning at 6:30 pm. VFW Members are invited to attend the monthly meeting to discuss and act upon concerns and activities to benefit veterans locally and nationally.
Lewisville: The American Legion Post 522 monthly meeting is 7:30 p.m. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at the Mary Alice Warren Community Center 7632 Warren Park Drive, Lewisville, NC
Winston-Salem: American Legion Post 55, Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month, 7 pm.111 Miller St, Winston-Salem, NC.
Mebane, NC: “Vet Connect” Free coffee + pastries, 8:30 am – 10:00 am, 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Arts & Community Center, 633 Corregidor St, Mebane, NC 27302. Veterans from all branches and eras are welcome to attend and access informational resources. Program convenes at 9am, usually with a guest speaker's talk and Q&A; followed by informal group conversation. Meeting schedule: Wednesday mornings,. Information: [email protected], 336.380.8657
Mooresville, Stand Together Vet to Vet. Every Monday, 10:00 – 11:00 am. Offered by Soul to Sole Connection on their private ranch. Horses stand with you and you connect to fellow Veterans. More information: 704 237-0644 www.s2sconnection.org
Union County, Veterans Coffee & Breakfast events, 2026. As schedules permit, an accredited Veterans Service Officer from Union County will be present to answer questions about Veterans benefits at each coffee event. www.unioncountync.gov/veterans
First Wednesday of every month, 9-10:30 am. Bazemore Active Adult Center, 500 W Jefferson Street, Monroe, NC 28112 Info: 704-282-4657 ***does not meet during the summer
First Saturday of every month, 9-10:00 am. Lee Park Baptist Church, 2491 Morgan Mill Road, Monroe, NC 28110 Info: 704-516-9570 or [email protected]
Second Wednesday of every month, 8:30-10:30 am. South Piedmont Community College. 4209 Old Charlotte Hwy. Monroe. https://spcc.edu/veterans-coffee-hhouse-3/
Third Tuesday of every month, 8:30 – 10:30 am. American Legion Post 535, 6112 Concord Hwy., Unionville, NC 28173 Information: [email protected]
Fourth Thursday of every month, 8:30-11:00 am. Waxhaw Baptist Church, 8213 Old Waxhaw-Monroe Rd. Monroe info: ..
