Upcoming Events

Bingo Night

Thursday, November 4, 2021 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm

Past Events

“The ABCs of Estate Planning” w/ Guest Speaker Atty Dan Gasink

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

Everyone needs an Estate Plan—what’s yours? This extremely popular information-packed session will help you develop your plan by addressing these critical questions:

Who Inherits my money when I die?
What is Probate and what do I need to know?
How will incapacity affect me and my family?
What happens to my Minor children?
What do I need to know about taxes!

“What do I Need to Know About TSP?”

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

Federal Employees are always interested in learning more about this critical program. During this fast-paced and fact-filled session we’ll focus on these key questions—and more:

How should I invest during these turbulent times?
How will taxes impact my TSP account?
What happens to my account when I retire?
How do I make sure the right person inherits my money?

“Retirement Income Planning—What is Your Plan?”

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

Here are two questions for you. What does retirement mean to you? How confident are you that you are on-track to achieve a successful retirement? We all look forward to retiring and have ideas and dreams about the lifestyle we want to enjoy. But, are you on track to achieve a successful retirement?

Virtual Karaoke

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Join online meeting

Join by Phone
+1 202-765-1264,,305729021# (Dial-in Number)

Social Security Planning for Federal Employees

Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

The ERA and First Command Financial will present a discussion on social security planning for federal employees. Join us virtually on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from 12:00- 1:00 PM.

ERA Annual Meeting and Elections

Join your ERA Family for the Virtual Annual Member Meeting on Wednesday, January 27, from 12:00PM to 1:00 PM. Join via Teams Click here to join the meeting or dial in: +1 202-765-1264, 161820000# The Agenda includes: Elections, Treasury report, ERA accomplishments, and the opportunity for member feedback. This is your chance to help build community and camaraderie in the SBA.

Your vote counts!

Virtual Karaoke

Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Join online meeting

Join by Phone
+1 202-765-1264,,305729021# (Dial-in Number)

Social Security Planning for Federal Employees

Wednesday, November 18, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

The ERA and First Command Financial will present a discussion on social security planning for federal employees. Join us virtually on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM.

Email: [email protected] to RSVP by Monday November 16, 2020.

The ABCs of Estate Planning

Wednesday, October 7, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

The ERA and First Command Financial will present a discussion on the importance of proper estate planning for federal employees, including trust creation. Estate Planning Attorney Dan Gasink will be the guest presenter. Join us virtually on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM.

Email: [email protected] to RSVP by Monday October 5, 2020.

Life Insurance for Federal Employees – 5 Myths and Misconceptions

Wednesday, September 16, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

The ERA and First Command Financial will present a discussion on misconceptions and strategies to improve the life insurance choices of federal employees. Join us virtually on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM.

Email: [email protected] to RSVP by Monday September 14, 2020.

Understanding Your TSP

Wednesday, July 22, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

The SBA Employee Rec Association and First Command Financial Planning are offering a session to discuss important information and strategies for federal employees to make the most of their Thrift Savings Plan. Join us virtually on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM.

Email: [email protected] to RSVP by Monday July 20, 2020.

7 Common Mistakes in Pursing Your Financial Goals

Thursday, June 11, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

The ERA and First Command Financial will present a discussion on misconceptions and strategies to improve the financial health of federal employees. Join us virtually on Thursday, June 11, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM.

Email: [email protected] to RSVP by Monday June 8, 2020.

Financial Planning Seminar

Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM

The ERA and First Command Financial will present a discussion on financial planning for federal employees. Join us virtually on Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 12:00- 1:00 PM.

Annual meeting & Elections 1/23

Join your ERA Family for the Annual Member Meeting on Thursday, January 23 in the Eisenhower from 12:30PM to 1:30 PM. *Remote option: Join via Skype for Business online or dial in: (202) 765-1264 Conference ID:501109345* The Agenda includes: Elections, Treasury report, ERA accomplishments, and the opportunity for member feedback. Light refreshments and giveaways are available. This is your chance to help build community and camaraderie in the SBA.

Your vote counts!

Wizards Vs. Nets 2/1

The SBA Employee Recreation Association and Washington Wizards invite you to Small Business Night as the Wizards take on the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday, February 1, 2020; 8:00 pm at the Capital One Arena.

Tickets start at $42.00. Purchase tickets here!

Let’s show up to support Small Businesses!!

Holiday Celebration 12/12!

Celebrate the holiday season with food, vendors and your SBA family on Thursday, December 12 in the Eisenhower from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Food will be served from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Spread some holiday cheer with your ugliest sweater! Event courtesy of Lincoln Property Management and the SBA Employee Recreation Association.

Retirement Planning

Wednesday, October 16, 2019 from 12:00- 1:00 PM- RSVP by October 9!

The SBA Employee Rec Association and First Command Financial Planning are offering a retirement planning workshop in to provide employees with the important financial information necessary to make informed decisions about the future. Join us on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 from 12:00- 1:00 PM. Lunch will be provided. Remote call in option available!

Email: [email protected] to RSVP by Wednesday, October 9, 2019.

Ice Cream & Karaoke

Wednesday, August 28 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM.

Eisenhower Conference Room

Join your SBA family to FREE scoop up some happiness with a side of song! The SBA Employee Recreation Association and Lincoln Property Management present Ice Cream & Karaoke on Wednesday, August 28 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Let your inner Rock Star shine.

Small Business Night @ The Nationals

7 p.m. – 10 p.m., July 30; Nationals Park

Join the ERA for Small Business Night @ the Nationals! Tickets are ONLY $19 INCLUDING a $5 concession credit in the Upper Gallery. If you already purchased tickets for the original June 19^th game, you will receive an email link from The Nationals to print a NEW ticket for the game on July 30^th. Don’t have a ticket? Purchase tickets online @ https://groupmatics.events/event/SBA730 by July 27th.

Financial Planning

Wednesday, June 26, 2019 from 12:00- 1:00 PM- RSVP by June 19!

The SBA Employee Rec Association and First Command Financial Planning are offering a financial planning workshop in to provide employees with the important financial information necessary to make informed decisions about the future. Join us on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 from 12:00- 1:00 PM. Lunch will be provided. Remote call in option available! Take control of your finances and prepare for the unknown in today’s economy

Email: [email protected] to RSVP by Wednesday, June 19, 2019.

Spring Fling

11 a.m. – 2 p.m., May 15, 2019; Eisenhower Conference Room

Spring into action at the ERA Spring fling on Wednesday, May 15 from 11 AM to 1 PM in the Eisenhower. Purchase custom goods and tasty treats at the vendor fair. Enjoy some popular tunes while munching on free food

Annual Meeting

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., April 24; Eisenhower

Join your ERA Family for the Annual Member Meeting. The Agenda includes: Elections, Treasury report, ERA accomplishments, and the opportunity for member feedback. Light refreshments and giveaways are available. This is your chance to help build community and camaraderie in the SBA. See the meeting documents below:

Small Business Holiday Shopping Fair

December 2018; Location: TBD

SBA Holiday Brunch -SBA Office The Administrator in conjunction with the Employee Rec Association

December 2018; Eisenhower Conference Room

Annual Meeting (Postponed)

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., December 2018; Eisenhower

Employee Rec Association Launch

11 a.m. – 2 p.m., August 2nd; Eisenhower Conference Room

Please join us for our inaugural event. Door prizes include two tickets to a Nationals game. Free hot dogs, popcorn, and chips to the first 100 employees! Come meet the Washington Nationals’ Screech!

Baseball Game: Nationals vs. Braves

7:05 p.m., September 13th; National’s Stadium

First Recreation Meetup

5:00 p.m., November 9, 2017; Location: Tios Javier

Small Business Holiday Shopping Fair

10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., December 13th, 2017; Back Lobby SBA HQ

Second Recreation Meetup

5:00 p.m., December 14, 2017; Location: Pearl Street Warehouse

SBA Holiday Brunch -SBA Office The Administrator in conjunction with the Employee Rec Association

10:00 a.m. – Noon, December 15, 2017; Eisenhower Conference Room

Rec Association Volunteer Meeting

February 2018

Concert on the Concourse – Special Musical Guest Emma G

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., March 21, 2018; Eisenhower

Third Recreation Meetup

5:00 p.m., May 16, 2018; Location: Intercontinental Hotel – DC Wharf

Employee Rec Education Series: Financial Planning

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., May 23, 2018; Location: Eisenhower

Facilitator: Bob Hill – First Command Financial

Concert on the Concourse w/Ice Cream Social

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., June 20, 2018; Eisenhower

Baseball Game: Nationals vs. Mets

Small Business Spirit Night with Linda McMahon, SBA Administrator

7:05 p.m., July 31, 2018; Location: National’s Stadium

Buy your tickets —> Nationals v Mets

Wear you SBA Gear —> Employee Rec Store

New York City Bus Trip (Postponed)

September 22, 2018; Cost $45 for Members & $55 for Non-Members

Register for NYC

Bus Leaves DC (SBA HQ) at 8:00 a.m. Bus Leaves NYC at 8:00 p.m.

Shop – See a Play – Hang Out – Tour

Concert on the Concourse – Fall Festival

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., October 17, 2018; Eisenhowe