Blues for the Brave

Thu Sep 11 2025 at 06:00 pm to 11:30 pm UTC-04:00

Reckless Shepherd Brewery | Columbia

The VA Way
Publisher/HostThe VA Way
Blues for the Brave
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Presented by The VA WAY & NAMI of Howard County, MD
Hosted at Reckless Shepherd
💙 WEAR YOUR BLUE!
Blue is the color of calm, clarity, and support — and it’s the official color of Blues for the Brave. Show your solidarity by wearing your favorite shades of blue and help create a wave of visible unity.
JOIN US
Blues for the Brave is a powerful, one-night-only music and community event honoring veterans, supporting mental wellness, and celebrating connection through song and story.
🎵 LIVE MUSIC LINEUP
The Nighthawks
The Kelly Bell Band
Deanna Bogart
Three legendary acts. One unforgettable night. All in support of mental health awareness for our veteran community.
💡 WHY WE’RE GATHERING
Blues for the Brave shines a spotlight on the incredible impact of the NAMI of Howard County, MD Veteran Peer Support Group — a confidential, affirming space where veterans connect through shared experience, support, and healing.
Now in its 6th year, this group is a trusted lifeline — and we’re working to expand this proven model into Anne Arundel County and beyond. We need YOUR voice, YOUR energy, and YOUR presence.
💬 COME FOR THE MUSIC. STAY FOR THE MISSION.
Hear powerful, firsthand stories from veterans whose lives have been transformed through peer support.
Discover resource tables, wellness tools, and trusted partners including:
NAMI of Howard County, MD
Howard County Office of Veterans and Military Families
Howard County Health Department (with free naloxone training)
Ellie Mental Health
And more to come!
🎟️ GET TICKETS & JOIN THE MOVEMENT
This is more than a concert — it’s a movement to reduce stigma, raise awareness, and stand together for mental health and veteran wellness.
🎟️https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/blues-for-the-brave
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Reckless Shepherd Brewery, 6655 Dobbin Rd, Columbia, MD 21045-4722, United States

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