VTNG Family Programs

10/23/2026

Military spouses, your next career opportunity could be waiting for you!
Explore job opportunities with employers committed to hiring military spouses through and the Military Spouse Employer Partnership. From remote and flexible positions to opportunities across a wide range of industries, resources are available to help you find a career that fits your skills, experience, and goals.
Start exploring opportunities today: https://spouseworks.militaryonesource.mil/portal/topic/find-a-job

10/22/2026

Creating and maintaining relationships with civilians can be a challenge for service members. In October's episode of KS&CB, 1LT Taylor Borbély talks about how she focuses more on what she has in common with other parents versus their differences in careers and lifestyles.

You can watch and listen to the full Dual Military episode with 1LT Taylor Borbély and MSG Eric Kilburn on the page, YouTube, and Spotify Channels.

We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode's topic. Join the conversation by adding a comment!

• Kitchen Spoons & Combat Boots on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kitchenspoonsandcombatboots
• VTNG Family Programs on Facebook: www.facebook.com/VTNGJointReadinessProgram
• VTNG Family Programs on Instagram: www.instagram.com/vtfamilyprograms/
• VTNG Family Programs on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4giymY7yPrnpLjZarVza7m?si=BkIFpVDBRvqI-N3CVPWspw

10/21/2026

As a new program year begins, we’re looking ahead, and your ideas can help guide the way. Whether you’ve participated in Child & Youth Services programs or are still waiting for the right opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Take our Child & Youth Feedback Form and help shape future programs for Guard Families.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ARNGCYS-Feedback-FY27

10/20/2026

All aboard the Polar Express!

One of Military Kids Vermont's most popular events of the year is coming back, and tickets are limited!

Military kids and families are invited to climb aboard the Polar Express on December 6 for a magical evening of holiday fun, memories, and Christmas magic.
• December 6, 2026
• Arrival: 6:00 PM
• Departure: 6:45 PM
• 1 Steele St., Burlington, VT

This event is open to currently serving Vermont service members, their dependents, and Gold Star families ONLY.

Registration closes October 29 at 8:00 AM, or when tickets are gone. With this being one of our most popular events, don't wait to register!
Register today:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026POLAREXPRESS
Know a military family who would love this experience? Share this post with them!

The most popular VTNG events and programs can fill up fast. Join the In The Know email list to hear about new opportunities and get registration information before they’re shared on social media. If you want to get there first, get In The Know: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FPEventDistro

10/20/2026

Big jumps, big smiles, and a whole lot of family fun!
Military Kids Vermont and VTNG families took over Get Air Sports Trampoline Park in Williston for an afternoon of bouncing off the walls.

A big thank-you to Get Air for hosting our military families and to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vermont Realty Group for sponsoring the event and providing free snacks and water for kids and parents. We appreciate our community partners who help make these.

Want to hear about popular events before they hit social media? Join the In The Know email list: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FPEventDistro

10/20/2026

10/15/2026

Big adventures can start at any age. From music and dance to swimming, sports, and more, activities help young children build confidence, make friends, and discover new interests. If your family is eligible, Our Military Kids can help make those opportunities possible for children ages 1 to 18. Learn more, check your eligibility, and apply today at: http://ourmilitarykids.org/apply

10/14/2026

Want to be In The Know?
Want to hear about VTNG community events, activities, and opportunities before they hit your social media feed?
Join the In The Know email list!
Each month, we send subscribers information about upcoming events and programs for Vermont's military community, helping you stay connected and plan ahead.
Don't wait until you see it on Facebook. Get the information delivered straight to your inbox.
Scan the QR code or sign up here:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/FPEventDistro
Want to see what you've missed? Visit the VTNG Family Readiness page to browse photos and videos from recent events and see what we've been up to in the community.
Join In The Know today and never miss a great VTNG community event!

10/08/2026

Coming home is a big transition. Help your military kid navigate it.
The VTNG Child & Youth Program’s Youth Reintegration Guide is filled with activities, conversation tools, coping strategies, and resources to help military kids and families reconnect, rebuild routines, and adjust after deployment.
Check out and download the full guide to find resources that can help your family:
https://media.defense.gov/2026/Sep/15/2003997790/-1/-1/1/VTNG_REINTEGRATION-2026.PDF

10/08/2026

A beautiful fall day, great music, good food, and plenty of family fun at Camp Johnson.
Vermont National Guard families came together for the Lt. Dan Band concert, and the VTNG Family Programs team was there with activities and resources for everyone to enjoy. Families stopped by for free toys and flashlights, got creative at the color station, enjoyed some lawn games, and let the kids burn off some energy in the bounce house.
It was a great day to enjoy some music, grab a bite from a local food truck, and spend time together with other Guard families.
Take a look through the album for more photos from the concert.