Albany County Veterans Service Bureau

07/31/2026

Dear Community Veteran,

The Albany County Veterans Service Bureau invites you to join us for our upcoming "Ironsights & Fairways" Veteran Golf Tournament!

Spend a day on the green, enjoy some friendly competition, and connect with fellow Veterans in our community. Registration is now officially open.

Event Details

• Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026

• Time: 10:00 AM Check-in | 11:00 AM Shotgun Start

• Location: Western Turnpike Golf Course

• Address 2350 Western Ave Guilderland, NY 12084

• Cost: Complimentary for registered participants

Important Registration Information

Please Note: Priority preference for this event is given to Albany County Veterans.

Because spots are limited, completing the initial registration form does not guarantee a spot for you or your group.

• All registrants will be placed in a pending status initially.

• Our team will review submissions and send an official confirmation email to secure your individual or group slot.

How to Register

Please click the link below to fill out the registration form:

👉 https://forms.gle/sGggBBKVu67GBbRP7

Thank you for your service, and we hope to see you out on the course!

Warm regards,
The Albany County Veterans Service Bureau
Program Liaison Team
Albany County, NY

07/30/2026

Calling All Women Veterans! 💜

You served with strength. Now it's time to invest in you.

Join the Albany County Veterans Service Bureau and the New York State Department of Veterans' Services for Courage & Calm, a day dedicated to healing, connection, empowerment, and wellness for the incredible Women Veterans in our community.

🗓 Saturday, September 12, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 420 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203

✨ Enjoy a full day of:
🧘 Guided Yoga & Meditation
🌿 Wellness Activities & Self-Care
🤝 Community Connection
🎤 Inspiring Guest Speakers
💜 Resource & Support Organizations
🍽 Catered Lunch
🎁 Giveaways and More!

Whether you're looking to recharge, connect with fellow Women Veterans, explore wellness practices, or simply spend the day in a supportive environment, Courage & Calm was created with you in mind.
This event is FREE and open to all Women Veterans.
📲 Register today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting
https://forms.gle/1aF831ToJF7dRYMz7

The Albany County Veterans Service Bureau provides information and services to nearly 20,000 veterans living in the county.

07/26/2026

🇺🇸 VILLAGE OF COLONIE 2026 VETERAN STAND DOWN 🇺🇸

Veterans are invited to attend a free Stand Down event offering important services, resources and assistance—all in one location.

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
📍 Village of Colonie Recreation Center
3 Thunder Road, Albany, NY 12205

Services will include:

• Breakfast and boxed lunch
• Medical screenings
• Employment services
• Clothing and toiletries
• Free haircuts
• Veteran program information
• Services for women Veterans

Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gaOxP9GkX4964G4x47eNDb2kiDLs670BJe8ovATxA1I/viewform

For additional information, contact Dom Dominguez at 518-522-1175

Please share this post so we can connect as many local Veterans as possible with the services they have earned.

07/26/2026

Albany County Veterans Service Bureau, in collaboration with the Albany VA, is proud to host the upcoming Women Veterans Stand Up Event. We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this information with the women Veterans you serve throughout your counties.

This event is designed to connect, empower, and support women who served, bringing together a wide range of resources and services in one place.
Register here- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQdj15z4o_lOqIoJJotblZfodOYTMTBR7u0Y6haZMkiSsTWg/viewform

Event Details:
• Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Location: 420 Western Avenue, Albany (former St. Rose campus)
• RSVP: Attendees may register using the QR code on the attached flyer.
• Questions: [email protected]

Available services include:
• Veterans Service Officer assistance
• Legal services
• Housing services
• Community women’s agencies
• Food bank resources
• Veterans service organizations
• Whole health support
• VA resources

All women Veterans are welcome, and we encourage you to share this opportunity widely. Your outreach plays a vital role in ensuring that women Veterans across our counties receive the recognition, support, and resources they deserve.

Please join Albany County Veterans Service Bureau and Albany Stratton VA Medical Center for an important event: Women Who Served Stand Up Event Friday September 18, 2026 10:00am - 2:00pm Former College of Saint Rose Campus 420 Western Avenue, Albany Deadline to Register: September 11, 2026

07/25/2026

Greetings,
This is your invitation to the Albany County Honor a Veteran ceremony.

Monday, Aug 3, 2026, at 8:30 am

Join us at the
Town of Westerlo Veterans Memorial Park
950 County Road 401, Westerlo, NY 12193

The honoree for July is
Joseph M. Davis US Army

We look forward to having you in attendance.
Thank you

07/10/2026

Are you an Albany County Veteran—or do you have a Veteran in your family?

Make sure you’re following the Albany County Veterans Service Bureau on Facebook.

We regularly share information about:

🇺🇸 Free events and activities for Veterans and their families
🇺🇸 Health, wellness, fitness, and peer-support programs
🇺🇸 Community resources and special opportunities
🇺🇸 Ways to connect with other local Veterans

Some opportunities fill up quickly, and following our page is one of the best ways to hear about them early.

Follow us here and make sure our posts are showing in your feed:

https://www.facebook.com/AlbanyCountyVeteransServiceBureau

We’re working every day to keep Albany County Veterans informed, connected, and supported. Help us make sure no Veteran misses an opportunity simply because they didn’t know about it.

07/05/2026

DJ Is playing music.
Families are showing up.
Mission BBQ is setting up the food.
Sailors of the USS Marinette are on their way.

See everyone soon!

07/02/2026

Albany County Veterans, we've got another great opportunity for you & your family at the MVP Arena. Come join us Saturday, July 11, 2026, for a great meal and exciting game.

📍 Dinner Reception 5:00 PM in the Atrium
📍 Game Time: 6:00 PM

We’ll kick off the evening with a pre-game dinner reception exclusively for our Veterans and their families, followed by high-energy action on the field.
Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visit:
https://forms.gle/uzkXJGTbEfHSHFMG9
Note- Please register only if you are confident you can attend, thank you.

06/28/2026

Veterans & Families: Help Us Keep Hitting the Mark!

Now we need your help!

The Albany County PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer-to-Peer Support Program is built by Veterans, for Veterans. By sharing your experiences in this quick survey, you directly help us protect and strengthen our local coffee hours, outreach, and networks here at home and across New York State.
Even if you live outside Albany County, please fill out this survey if you've attended our events. Tx!

👉 Share your thoughts here: https://albany.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afoJQ5FpFVsVnz8

We appreciate you. The strength of Albany County lives in our veteran community and the families who stand beside them. Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and for helping us look out for one another.

06/25/2026

Greetings,
This is your invitation to the Albany County Honor a Veteran ceremony.

Monday, July 6, 2026, at 8:30 am

Sheehy Palmer VFW Post #6776
525 Delaware Ave
Albany, NY 12209

The honoree for July is
Clark W. “Bill” Henry Jr. US Navy

We look forward to having you in attendance.
Thank you