Blog Posts tagged in "Hampton Roads Military"

Join Virginia Living Museum May 14-15, 2022 as they celebrate military families all weekend long! The Virginia Living Museum Military Family Weekend is sponsored by Mason & Associates. VLM will honor Military Families with membership and store discounts! Conditions: Must show proof of service, Military Id, Veterans Card or DD214 form Enjoy these benefits: 50% off adult and child admission $20 off all memberhip types with a valid military ID 20% off Wild Things Museum Store for all military who are VLM Members 10% off Wild Things Museum Store for all military who are not VLM Members Open daily... read more

We have great news! Bier Fest at Busch Gardens Williamsburg is back in 2021 with more than 100 craft beers on tap plus live music! Enjoy the fun every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from July 30-September 6th, 2021! THRILLS ARE ON TAP AT BUSCH GARDENS BIER FEST Busch Gardens® Bier Fest is back, bringing over 200 years of Oktoberfest traditions to life among all your favorite coasters and attractions. Raise a glass with over 100+ brews tapped throughout the park. Relax and soak in the final weeks of summer in the ALL-NEW Biergarten Reserve with live entertainment, specialty brews and beer-infused... read more

In Collaboration with MilitaryBridge, Papa John's Pizza of Hampton Roads is Proud to Show their Appreciation of Military Families this Military Family Appreciation Month with a Massanutten Resort Vacation Giveaway! Papa John's Pizza of Hampton Roads Papa John's of HRVA is proud to show their support of the local military community in offering their generous military discount program . This November, Papa John's of HRVA would like to take their appreciation one step further in providing some much needed R&R to a local military family. Papa John's realizes the sacrifices that military members &... read more

Military Families, don't miss the 2019 Military Family Festival--OCTOBER 27TH | 12-4 PM | VIRGINIA BEACH CONVENTION CENTER The mission of the Military Family Festival is to provide our local military families with a day of appreciation and fun. Each October the festival vibrates with an entertaining kid-friendly fall theme and cool activities while our wonderful vendors share lots of Halloween treats. The event welcomes a crowd of thousands eager to have a fun, safe, and wholesome family day focused on their unique culture. Military Family Festival Fun Includes: • Games • Costume Contest • Cr... read more

Don't miss the NAS Oceana Air Show featuring the United States Air Force Thunderbirds! It's going to be a beautiful weekend.Make sure you arrive early for the NAS Oceana Air Show this year! Gates open at 8:00 am and ADMISSION AND PARKING ARE FREE. The flight line will be packed with static displays, food & novelty vendors and plenty of other things for the whole family to enjoy the entire day. On both Saturday and Sunday, the flying will start at approximately 10:00 am. With such a jam-packed lineup, we’re busily trying to fit all these performances into the flying schedule. The Thunderbirds ... read more

In Honor of Military Appreciation Month, Rebounderz Indoor Trampoline of Newport News is Offering a Special Military Discount for Active Duty, Retired and their Families for the entire month of May! Military members (active and retired) with valid ID enjoy a 25% military discount for the entire month. Plus, 10% off for military families for the entire month. Neither of these can be applied to birthday parties or cafe items, though - just jump time. Rebounderz is Proud to Offer an Everyday Military Discount to the Military Community! Rebounderz offers a 15% MILITARY DISCOUNT to active, retired... read more

Every Friday, the team at MB features our community partners in Hampton Roads. These are businesses & services that take pride in serving the military community through their services and/or military discount offers. Get To Know Our Featured Hampton Roads Businesses This Week BAR LOUIE Bar Louie is located in Hampton convenient to both the peninsula and southside. At Bar Louie, you'll find an eclectic urban bar made famous for their signature martinis, cocktails and dynamic beer selection. Bar Louie also features an exceptional selection of burgers, small plates, and sandwiches. Bar Louie is ... read more

Nauticus is one of our most favorite places to visit in Hampton Roads. There is no better time to check out Nauticus for the first time or stop back again for Holiday Fun! There are lots of great events upcoming. If your looking for something fun to do this holiday season with family and friends stop by for Dickens' Christmas Towne or one of the events below. December 26. Super Hero Day at Nauticus. Meet Marvel Super Heroes Captain America (11am-1pm) and Black Panther (2-4 pm). Nauticus admission fee includes entrance to Dickens’ Christmas Towne. December 27. Princess and Pirate Day. Free adm... read more

The Mariners' Craft Beer Festival---Don't Miss This Awesome Event! Sunday, May 6 • 12 - 5 p.m. Great beer and live music in a unique setting! Enjoy a selection of 60 craft beers from local, regional and national breweries. Listen to live music by the Esoteric Ramblers and Hey! Hey! Hooligan. Participate in brewery talks and enjoy delicious foods from local vendors. And, returning this year, is the Brewery Cask-Off Competition where you can vote for your favorite unfiltered ale. In addition to the cask-off, there will be many other new and unique beers to the area: The release of Lionsbridge L... read more

Military Child Appreciation Weekend at Virginia Living Museum April 14-15, 2018 In a salute to military families, the Virginia Living Museum will offer 50% off admission for children accompanied by an adult with an active military ID on April 14 and 15. Military families purchasing a membership at the Museum will receive a $20 discount. These discounts are in recognition of Military Child Month. Year-round the museum offers both admission and membership discounts to military families. About Virginia Living Museum Open daily 9am-5pm. Extended summer hours June 2 - Sept. 1: Thursdays 9am - 5pm.... read more

Stop into Rita's Italian Ice for their First Day of Spring Special!! The First Day of Spring is Tuesday, March 20. Rita's Italian Ice locations nationwide are celebrating! Our own Hampton Roads location in Newport News & Hampton will be open from noon until 9 pm, and will be offering a FREE CUP of Italian Ice - and this year they can top it with their creamy frozen custard for just $1. ABOUT: Rita's Italian Iceis owned and operated in Hampton and Newport News by a USAF retiree and his wife. They are proud to serve the military community here in Hampton Roads by offering a variety of frozen tr... read more

The mission of the Military Family Festival is to provide our local military families with a day of appreciation and fun sponsored by our local business partners, while also staging the largest resource fair in the region geared toward the needs of military families. Each October the festival vibrates with the fun of a new kid-friendly theme while our vendors have as much Halloween candy and treats for the kids as their tables can hold. The event welcomes a crowd of thousands eager to have a fun, safe, and wholesome family day focused on their unique culture. The 2017 Military Family Festival... read more

Join The Greene Turtle Hampton For Their Upcoming Funds for Friends Event June 13th, 2017! Learn more about The Greene Turtle events, location, menu and everyday Military Discount on MilitaryBridge !

Back Again This Year.... The Military Big Kids Coupon. Don't Forget To Print It Out! Learn more about The Children's Museum of Virginia on MilitaryBridge. While You Are There....Leave Them A Review! ... read more

The Hampton Roads DAV Honors Our Veterans This Veterans Day With A 5K Run and 20% Discount In Hampton Roads Stores 2016 DAV 5K NEWPORT NEWS The DAV 5K Run to Honor Veterans is a run, walk, roll and motorcycle ride that thanks those who served and raises awareness of the issues our ill and injured veterans face every day. Special thanks to BlueLine Rental, Local Presenting Sponsor of the DAV 5K Newport News. WHERE Oyster Point 701 Town Center Dr. Newport News, VA 23606 WHEN Sunday, November 13 Race begins at 9 a.m. DIRECTIONS AND PARKING Need directions? Map it! We strongly encourage participa... read more

USO Warrior Week Bringing together various physical, therapeutic, and recreational organizations from across the country that focus on the rehabilitation of wounded service members, USO Warrior Week is the only event of its kind! Each wounded service member and their family will have the opportunity to participate in various activities to include: deep sea fishing, golfing, horseback riding, kayaking, surfing, and skydiving. The USO will host the USO Military Village and USO Patriot Park June 3-5, 2016 , to showcase our local military and provide entertainment to the community. The USO Milita... read more

Hampton Roads CORE is open to spouses E-7 and above. Please join Hampton Roads Core for their Winter Social event to learn more about CORE and what they offer! FOLLOW HAMPTON ROADS CORE ON SOCIAL MEDIA www.navyleaguehamptonroads.org ... read more

Honoring the Dedication of Those Who Serve Military families are invited to enjoy FREE* Colonial Williamsburg admission, Friday, November 6–Wednesday, November 11, 2015 during our Honoring Service to America weekend. Celebrate with special events all weekend, culminating in a march and ceremony honoring America’s veterans at 4 p.m. on Veteran’s Day. Veterans Day: A Military March Honoring America’s Veterans DATE November 11, 2015 TIME 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm LOCATION Market Square North ADMISSION Open to Public Join us on Veterans Day as we honor those who serve in the military. An afternoon march ... read more

Looking for some FUNthings to dothis summer in Hampton Roads? Check out our Top 5 Staycation Ideas (1) Coastal Virginia-Hampton Roads Beaches If you're a beach lover than you will love Hampton Roads. Almost every city here has some type of beach area. The most notable beaches of the area are Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Virginia Beach's Oceanfront offers visitors 12 miles of public sand beach stretching from Fort Story south to Sandbridge. Visitors can surf, swim, bask in the sun and stroll the three-mile Boardwalk. There is also great entertainment at the boardwalk. There is music, festivals, ... read more

The Core Fitness by Marika “Fighting for Heroes” fundraiser includes a 30-minute kids challenge and 45-minute adult workout with post-workout refreshments. All event registration fees and raffle proceeds (derived from prizes donated by Hampton Roads businesses) will go directly towards benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) to assist service members who have been injured in the line of duty. WWP provides a full range of programs and services for injured veterans and their families. WHEN: Memorial Day -- Monday, May 25, 2015 Flag ceremony by Grassfield High School ROTC 8:30 – 9:00 a.m. C... read more

Hampton Roads, VA – May 4, 2014 – For the entire month of May, McDonald’s of Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina will donate a portion of all sales of the Quarter Pounder with Cheese and the all new Artisan Chicken Sandwich Extra Value Meals to the Virginia Wounded Warrior Program (VWWP). The Virginia Wounded Warrior Program is a legislatively mandated program dedicated to helping Virginia veterans of all branches cope with the challenges posed from stress-related injury or traumatic brain injury. Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina McDonald’s® restaurants are proud supports of ... read more

Paragon City Center 12 is honoring the military community in Hampton Roads May 16, 2015in celebration ofArmed Forces Day Presented by Paragon City Center 12 in Partnership with Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Sponsored by USAA The movie showing is at 10am, doors open at 9:30. This showing is only for military members with a military id. This is first come first serve. To learn more about Paragon City Center 12 , the restaurants, and everyday military discount visit them on MilitaryBridge. ... read more

Wounded Wear Toast To The Heroes V Event March 7, 2015 Wounded Wear is hosting its Fifth Annual Toast to the Heroes Fundraiser March 7, 2015 from 6:00pm-11pm. The event will be held at the Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel at 425 Water Street in historic Portsmouth, Virginia. This event will include a tasting of different wines, locally brewed beers from Young Veteran's Brewing Company. This is a cocktail event with food, entertainment and an amazing silent auction! Attire is Cocktail Dresses for the Ladies and Black Tie Optional for the Gentlemen! Hotel for the event is the Ren... read more

Weappreciate the dedication of all the military men and women who serve or have served in our armed forces. We would like to show that appreciation to one Military Hero each Week with a small token of our appreciation. The Military Hero of the Week will be awarded: Military Hero of the Week plaque (ARV: $40) $25 certificate to Bayside Harley Davidson $50 certificate to Double Tap Military Surplus 2 tickets dinner and soft drinks for 2 at Funny Bone Comedy Club (ARV: $70 ) $100 gift card to Long Jewelers 2 5-ride wristbands for Motor World (value: $59.90) Free HVAC Precision Tune-Up from Art N... read more

MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2014 NAVY COLLEGE OFFICE JEB LITTLE CREEK-FORT STORY! HOPE YOU CAN MAKE IT, PLEASE HELP SPREAD THE WORD. JEB Little Creek-Fort Story Facebook ... read more

September 20, 2014 is the 4th Annual Virginia Beach Fallen Heroes Fundraiser located at Camp Pendleton noon-6pm! The Virginia Beach Fallen Heroes, or VBFH, is an event put together by Virginia Beach locals each Fall to benefit the Navy Seal Foundation and The Navy Seal Museum. Please find out more at VBFH.org and facebook.com/vbfallenheroes . PUCHASE TICKETS ONLINE HERE ! ... read more

Great Event June 29th To Help Raise Money For A Veteran-Related Charity! The last Sunday of every month, YVBC and the Hampton Roads Military Relocation Team hosts a fundraiser for a veteran-related charity. For the June event, 15% of proceeds will be donated to Vetshouse . Come by help raise money for this great organization! There will be raffle prizes, cornhole, music, food from Granby St. Hot Dogs, and GREAT BEER!! This event is Sunday June 29th from 3-8pm at Young Veterans Brewing Company located at: 2505 Horse Pasture Rd Suite 104, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23453 About The Hampton Roads M... read more

Press Release: New IMAX® 3D Theatre Documentary Brings To Life the Historic Landing That Changed the World [HAMPTON,VA ] May 16, 2014 – The Virginia Air & Space Center and 3D Entertainment Distribution invite audiences to step back in time with the new IMAX® 3D theatre film “D-Day 3D: Normandy 1944,” which opens at the Riverside 3D IMAX Theater on May 23. In May 1943, World War II is at its apex. To counter Hitler and the Axis forces, the Allies decide to open a second front on the western side of Europe. The Allied forces, led by US General Eisenhower, have just months to organize the operat... read more

Press Release : Paragon Theaters To Open 12 Screens In City Center At Oyster Point The Paragon City Center movie theater will open in May 2014 in Oyster Point Area of Newport News, Virginia and feature: New Luxury Leather VIP Reclining Seats With Tray Tables and Footrests Ample Legroom with seven foot row spacing Convenient online Reserved Seating Two Extreme Theaters, Each With 65' Wall-To-Wall, Floor-To-Ceiling Screens and Amazing Sound and Projection For a Fully Immersive Movie-Going Experience Two Restaurant Concepts—NEO Kitchen + Bar featuring Craft Beers, Fine Wines, and Cocktails, and ... read more

www.visityorktown.org www.visityorktown.org www.visityorktown.org Yorktown Announces 2-day festival featuring Blues, Brews, and BBQ – A Festival on the River, and the Art at the River – A Juried Art Show April 16, 2014 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Historic Yorktown is excited to launch a 2-day event featuring three new events combining Blues, Brews, BBQ and the Arts the first weekend in May. Village Events presents Blues, Brews, and BBQ - a Festival on the River on Saturday, May 3, at Riverwalk Landing on Chisciak Green from noon to 6 p.m. This event will showcase some of the best Blues musicians in... read more

Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Honors the Military in May Posted on April 17, 2014 by Sarah Johnson of Tidewater Parent in Around Town , In the Spotlight , Things To Do (Virginia Beach, VA) – Celebrate May as National Military Appreciation Month with Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation! Individuals with a military ID, including active duty personnel, retirees and dependents, will enjoy special offers: Thank You Thursdays: Free admission to all Virginia Beach Recreation Centers eachThursdayin May; Free Fishin’ Fridays: Free admission to the Little Island Fishing Pier everyFridayin May; an... read more

MilitaryBridge is proud to partner up with 1st Advantage Federal Credit Union. 1st Advantage takes pride in helping the military community here in Hampton Roads with all of their banking and financial needs. Below you will find some of the services that they offer. 1st Advantage has several locations on the peninsula area of Hampton Roads to include locations on the military bases. The Community’s Lender For over 60 years, 1st Advantage Federal Credit Union has offered our members a safe and secure environment to manage their finances. We invite you to join our member owned, not-for-profit, f... read more

BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSURG OPENS THISSUNDAY MARCH 16TH! There are several great offers going on right now at Busch Gardens Williamsburg that you don't want to miss out on! I have put together the list of current offers, to include the military discounted offers. If you have not experienced Busch Gardens before, it is a must visit! Not only is it the most beautiful theme park for years running, it offers something for everyone. Whether you love the thrill of roller coasters or something for the kiddos, BG has it all. Below check out some of the great savings being offered and be sure to take ad... read more

PCSIng to a new military community can be a very stressful and overwhelming process! Not only do you need to pack and plan for your move but you also need to figure out where to live in an area that you probably have never been to before! PCSingis especially difficult if you have children and schools to worry about. Or, even if you are on the other end of the spectrum and moving to a new military community but in need of selling you current home, you may need help from a trusted realtor. MilitaryBridge is proud to partner up with The Liz Moore & Associates Military Team of Realtors to make yo... read more

THE HAMPTON ROADS HOME AND GARDEN SHOW IS HERE, FEBRUARY 7-9TH, 2014! Beat the winter blahs, and start planning your 2014 garden with a visit to the 2014 Hampton Roads Home & Garden Show. Presented by the Peninsula Housing & Builders Association, this popular event runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 7 and Feb. 8; and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 9. It returns to the Hampton Roads Convention Center. MILITARY DISCOUNTED TICKETS! Cost: $10 for adults, $8 for military or seniors and children under 12 free When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday... read more

NEW OFFER FROM BUSCH GARDENS AND WATERCOUNTRY USA-WILLIAMSBURG- FUN CARD! HUGE SAVINGS FROM Busch Gardens WITH LIMITED TIME OFFER: PLEASE SHARE this Special Offer: It's not too cold to start thinking about your vacation plans. This hot deal is sure to warm you up. Purchase your Busch Gardens Williamsburg Fun Card and for a limited time we'll throw in unlimited visits to Water Country USA for free. The offer can only be redeemed online and will be available February 1 - March 31. This is a $25 Savings! To signpurchase the Unlimited Visits to 2 Parks click Here ! Don't forgetto sign up for your... read more

The USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia Gala Event is February 8th, 2014! The Gala 2014 – Tickets Join us for an evening of refinement as we pay tribute to our Fallen Heroes and their Families. Saturday, February 8, 2014 from 5:30 p.m. Hampton Roads Convention Center 1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA 23666 Please call 757-604-1915 for ticket information. Ticket prices: E7/Dependent and Below -$75/person E8/Dependents and Above – $100/person Civilians and Retired Military – $125/person All ticket prices include Cocktail Hour, Dinner and Open Bar. To Register: Dear Valued Supporters, Thank... read more

MilitaryBridge is proud to partner up with Omni Financial of Virginia! Here are some of the great benefits of Omni Financial! Military loans to all ranks for all reasons When you need extra money, for whatever reason, Omni Military Loans® is here for you. For over half a century we have helped active duty members of the United States armed forces around the world obtain the financing they require. At Omni Military Loans®, service members are treated like family. As one of the leading providers of personal loans for the military, we can get you the money you need for paying bills, car repairs,... read more

ABUELO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS NOW OFFERING A 20% MILITARY DISCOUNT EVERY MONDAY AT THE HAMPTON, VIRGINIA LOCATION! All other Virginia Abuelo's Locations offer a 20% Military Discount the first Monday of Every Month! ABOUT ABUELO'S Since our first opening in 1989, Abuelo’s has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, combining menu creativity, outstanding food and beverage quality, colorful plate presentations and superior service in an impressive Mexican courtyard-themed atmosphere. Every dish is made to order from scratch using only the freshest premium ingredients. Abuelo’... read more

Mark your calendars! MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT NorfolkAdmirals Friday, February 7 vs. Hartford Wolf Pack Presented by USAA To purchase tickets contact Charlie Colon at (757) 640-1212 x23 ... read more

How many of you have thought about a membership to a warehouse club? Now is your opportunity! Sam's Club of Newport News has an Open House (no membership card required) 1/18/2014 for one day only to give people an opportunity to JOIN and SAVE at Sam's Club ! Not only is Sam's Club known for great products and savings butSam's Clubs Nationwide also offer a great Military Special Offer for military members when you JOIN or RENEW you receive a $15 gift card (with a military id). ... read more

MilitaryBridge would like to welcome our new partner, The Greene Turtle your neighborhood sports bar and restaurant where people who are passionate about supporting a team or playing on one, come together.It’s the place for celebrating personal victories with family and a warm cookie sundae. And it’s the perfect spot to grab friends to call a huddle over a basket of wings. MILITARY DISCOUNT: As an appreciation for their service, military personnel & veterans receive 15% off their check all day, every day . Stop in today and enjoy Great Food and Friends at The Greene Turtle! Must present valid... read more

MilitaryBridge would like to welcome SANDFIDDLER CAFE our newest partner offering great service and a great Military Discount in Hampton Roads! Do you miss your neighborhood or college diner? Let Sandfiddler Cafe become your new favorite breakfast or lunch spot! Come visit! We're on Shore Drive right outside Gate 1! Rated as one of Tidewater's best breakfast/diners on Yelp!, Sandfiddler Cafe proudly serves all members of the military. We're on Shore Drive in the East Beach Shoppes just a 1/2 mile outside Gate 1. Stop in today and try our famous crab eggs benedict or a classic Philly-style ste... read more

Advantage Heating and Cooling: Advantage Heating & Cooling, a family owned and operated business with over 30 years experience in Hampton Roads, has served thousands of residential and commercial customers. As your source for indoor comfort solutions, we offer a full range of air conditioning products and services, outstanding on-time service and repairs, knowledgeable replacement advice, and quality new installations. Our friendly, experienced and dedicated staff is always ready to serve you. At Advantage Heating & Cooling we are committed to all of our customers, both residential and commer... read more

Welcome to the first MilitaryBridge Blog Post! I hope that what we share on the MB Blog is helpful and meaningful in your life as a military member, dependent, or veteran. I would like to start our MB blog with a brief introduction of myself, Jennifer Borgstrom,the founder of MilitaryBridge , and why I started my company back in May 2012. I feel very fortunate to call myself a military spouse. Through my experience as a military spouse and now military family, I learned that there are many rewarding and challenging aspects in being a part of the military community. There are manyrewards to mi... read more