Military Spouse Programs

Military spouses show off their Independence Day inspired wreaths after a military spouse craft night.





USO Military Spouse Programs strengthen and empower military spouses in Illinois by connecting them to social, professional, and community networks. These events provide fun, interactive, and social opportunities through USO Snack ‘n Chat, USO Coffee Connections, and USO Spouse Socials:
USO SNACK ’N CHAT takes spouses on a monthly taste bud adventure! Guests learn about a country, enjoy a box of country-specific snacks, and meet other military spouses to build their community connections. Virtual
USO SPOUSE SOCIALS creates opportunities for mil spouses to socialize and perhaps try something new! Programs include DIY projects, crafts, team challenges or a night out with other military spouses. Virtual & In-Person
USO COFFEE CONNECTIONS brings military spouses together to share advice, learn about local events, and make new friends over a cup of coffee! Virtual & In-Person
For information on upcoming in-person and virtual Military Spouse Programs and to register, visit the EVENTS tab on this website.
Upcoming Events
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Military Spouse Programs: Mastering LinkedIn MilSpouse Edition
Virtual
Calling all military spouses! Looking for answers as you navigate your career journey? Join the USO on October 3 for the ever-popular Mastering LinkedIn workshop with Michael Quinn. Register: https://bit.ly/03OctUSO #usotransitions
Oct 3rd, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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Coffee Connections- Military Spouses October 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Great Lakes Coffee Connections: where military spouses hang out, enjoy a snack, and a fun craft! * Please Register *
Oct 4th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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Military Family Programing - USO Kitchen of Learning Spooky Edition- 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Octobers USO Kitchen of Learning!
Oct 12th, 2023 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)
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Military Spouse Programs: MilSpouse Workshop with Target
Virtual
Calling all military spouses! Need support as you chart your path ahead? Join the USO on October 17 as we join forces with Target to make sure your resume is top-notch and you are interview ready.
Oct 17th, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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Coffee Connections- Military Spouses November 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Great Lakes Coffee Connections: where military spouses hang out, enjoy a snack, and a fun craft! * Please Register *
Nov 8th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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Military Family Programing- USO Kitchen of Learning Thanksgiving Edition 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Novembers USO Kitchen of Learning!
Nov 9th, 2023 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)
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