USO No Dough Dinner 11/8/2010- 5pm- Chili, Rice/macaroni, cornbread, dessert.
FRG Meeting- 11/15/2010-6:00pm- Thanksgiving theme
Coffee Night- 11/18/2010- 7:00pm- Panera Bread at St Johns Town Center Come join us for coffee and great conversation. Panera is located at 4720 Town Crossing Dr. Jacksonville, FL 32246 904-807-9103
Monday, November 8, 2010
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
November Coffee Night
Our next coffee night will be November 18, 2010 at 7pm. The location is Panera Bread at 4720 Town Crossing Dr. Jacksonville, FL 32246 904-807-9103. It is located in St Johns Town Center.. Come join us for coffee and great conversation! Also bring a Thanksgiving recipe to share!
DOD LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE TO HELP YOUTH EXPLORE PATHWAYS FOR THEIR FUTURE
The Department of Defense's Joint Advertising Market Research and Studies (JAMRS) program announced today it has launched http://www.myfuture.com/, a new website to help America's youth explore opportunities for their future. Myfuture.com provides comprehensive, unbiased information about career, education and military options for young people, ages 16 to 24.
Powered by information from the Departments of Defense, Education and Labor, myfuture.com provides young people with a resource that helps them formulate a plan for their future by establishing goals and identifying and understanding the steps necessary to reach those goals.
Myfuture.com provides a breadth and balance of information not available anywhere else, allowing visitors to discover possibilities and opportunities that appeal to their own unique personality and goals. The website provides details on more than 1,000 civilian and military career fields and nearly 7,000 accredited colleges and trade schools. In addition to college admissions details, average salaries and employment trends, myfuture.com provides advice on everything from taking the Scholastic Aptitude Test to interviewing for a first job to preparing for basic military training. Step-by-step planning checklists are also provided as a guide for users, and favorite job and school information can be saved for return visits. For more information, visit http://www.myfuture.com/.
Powered by information from the Departments of Defense, Education and Labor, myfuture.com provides young people with a resource that helps them formulate a plan for their future by establishing goals and identifying and understanding the steps necessary to reach those goals.
Myfuture.com provides a breadth and balance of information not available anywhere else, allowing visitors to discover possibilities and opportunities that appeal to their own unique personality and goals. The website provides details on more than 1,000 civilian and military career fields and nearly 7,000 accredited colleges and trade schools. In addition to college admissions details, average salaries and employment trends, myfuture.com provides advice on everything from taking the Scholastic Aptitude Test to interviewing for a first job to preparing for basic military training. Step-by-step planning checklists are also provided as a guide for users, and favorite job and school information can be saved for return visits. For more information, visit http://www.myfuture.com/.
E-KNOWLEDGE AND CNIC HQ ANNOUNCES ARRIVAL OF NEW SAT/ACT TEST PREP BOOKS AND UPDATED V7.5 POWERPREP DVD PROGRAMS
eKnowledge, 160 W. Foothill Pkwy, #105-176, Corona, CA 92882
eKnowledge and Commander, Navy Installations Command
Announces Arrival of New SAT/ACT Test Prep Books and
Updated v7.5 PowerPrep
™ DVD ProgramsOctober 26, 2010
SAT and ACT College Test Preparation Programs to Military Service Members, their dependants and relatives.
eKnowledge, supported by patriotic athletes from the NFL and MLB and over 30 other foundations, corporations
and groups, is pleased to announce the introduction of
arrival of updated PowerPrep
SAT and ACT Prep Programs with a value of $33 million, however, eKnowledge does not profit from this venture.
The eKnowledge Sponsorship Alliance (ESA) announces the continuation of its donation of $200new SAT/ACT Test Preparation Books, as well as the™ software v7.5. The eKnowledge Sponsorship Alliance has provided over 153,000The Sponsorship Alliance
: http://www.eknowledge.com/back2school/sponsorship.htmNEW 3 BOOK SET
The books cover every testable point on both the SAT and ACT, and include 800 pages, 2500 detailed questions and
answers, quizzes, practice questions and supporting documentation. They work in
conjunction with the PowerPrep
have more questions and detailed explanations than the PowerPrep
Programs. The 3 book set retails for $225.00, and through the Sponsorship Alliance
may be ordered for $74.99 (plus s/h).
visit:
™ DVD or as a stand-alone program. The books™ DVDTo view samples of the new books pleasehttp://eknowledge.com/back2school/books_preview_no_order.htmUPDATED SAT and ACT SOFTWARE
The new v7.5 DVD has 12 hours of instructor videos, 170 re-mastered videos, including over 3000 new graphics,
animations, diagrams, illustrations, images, photos and other visual aids embedded directly into the video stream
to assist students as they watch the video. Through the Sponsorship Alliance, the standard
SAT or ACT DVD is free. There is a nominal charge of $13.84 (plus s/h) per program which
covers the cost of materials, processing, registration, licensure and technical support.
eKnowledge does not profit from this venture.
To view samples of the new v7.5 videos, visit:http://www.eknowledge.com/back2school/dvd-v7_landing.htm
As a valued eKnowledge Alliance Partner
Members from all branches of the military who are active duty, retired, Veterans, Guard, Reserve, DoD employees
and civilians performing military support. Also eligible are relatives and dependants of anyone who otherwise
qualifies from the prior list. The new materials have been in development for 2 years, at an investment of $1.5
Million. Our goal is to provide the tools necessary to prepare students with their continuing education
requirements.
, please share this announcement with ServiceTestimonial page: www.eknowledge.com/back2school/testimonials.htmTo order the NEWMATERIALS, please visit:
www.eknowledge.com/CNICTo order by telephone, 951-256-4076 (reference CNIC)
For further information please contact Lori Caputo, Director, ESA Programs
LoriCaputo@eknowledge.com, 951-256-4076
Veteran's Day Discounts
VETERANS DAY DISCOUNTS 2010
Eat Free at Applebee's
Military veterans and active-duty Service Members will be able to eat free
at any Applebee's across the U.S. on Veteran’s Day, Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010.
There will be six entrées available from the menu. Guests will be asked to show
one or more of the following as proof of service: a U.S. Uniform Services
Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current
Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, a photograph in
uniform, or wearing a uniform in person. For more information about Veterans Day
at Applebee's, visit the Applebee's website
http://www.applebees.com/vetsDay/default.aspx
Military Eat Free at Golden Corral
Golden Corral's 9th annual Military Appreciation Monday dinner will be
held on Monday, November 15, 2010, from 5 to 9 pm in all Golden Corral
restaurants nationwide. The free dinner meal is a special "thank you tribute" to
any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a
veteran, retired, currently serving, or in the National Guard/Reserves, you are
invited to join us for Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner. To
date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.2 million free meals and
contributed over $3.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization.
Website for more information: http://www.goldencorral.com/military/
McCormick & Schmick's Complimentary Lunch or Dinner
Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée on
Sunday, November 7. Some of the mouth-watering selections include Cashew-Crusted
Tilapia, Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Seafood Fettuccini Alfredo and Cedar-Planked
Salmon. http://www.mccormickandschmicks.com/featured-promotion/Veterans-
Appreciation-Day.aspx
Salute from Outback Steakhouse
As an expression of Outback Steakhouse's appreciation to our Country's
veterans and active duty military*, a free Bloomin' Onion and beverage of choice
(one non-alcoholic drink or one draft Anheuser Busch beer except where prohibited
by law) will be available to them at every Outback in the country on Veterans
Day. Please visit: http://www.outback.com/pressroom/pr_101018.aspx for details.
Home Depot and Lowe’s Military Discount
Home Depot and Lowe’s have long been known to offer a 10% holiday discount
to military members and their families and in many cases veterans and retirees.
These promotions were usually limited to the main military holidays such as
Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Veterans Day. Well, no longer – both companies
have announced these offers are available every day of the week.
http://themilitarywallet.com/home-depot-lowes-10-military-discount/
Fee Free Day at National Parks
To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken
Salazar today announced that areas managed by the department would not charge
entrance fees on Thursday, November 11, 2010.
Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission
Colonial Williamsburg honors America's Veterans with a procession down
Duke of Gloucester Street, 4:30 p.m., beginning at the Capitol. The parade
culminates in a public ceremony, with militia and cannon crew firing volleys in
recognition of those who serve. Hear Colonial Williamsburg's Fifes and Drums, and
speakers from past and present. Active duty military, guard and reservists,
retirees, veterans and their dependents enjoy free admission passes Friday
through Wednesday, Nov. 6-11. Learn more
http://www.history.org/visit/eventsAndExhibits/calendar/index.cfm?id=421009&start
At=1&&searchAll=0&categorySelect=&&keyWords=veteran&itemsPerPage=25&types=&start_
date=11/11/2010&end_date=11/11/2010#show_undefined
Eat Free at Applebee's
Military veterans and active-duty Service Members will be able to eat free
at any Applebee's across the U.S. on Veteran’s Day, Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010.
There will be six entrées available from the menu. Guests will be asked to show
one or more of the following as proof of service: a U.S. Uniform Services
Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current
Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, a photograph in
uniform, or wearing a uniform in person. For more information about Veterans Day
at Applebee's, visit the Applebee's website
http://www.applebees.com/vetsDay/default.aspx
Military Eat Free at Golden Corral
Golden Corral's 9th annual Military Appreciation Monday dinner will be
held on Monday, November 15, 2010, from 5 to 9 pm in all Golden Corral
restaurants nationwide. The free dinner meal is a special "thank you tribute" to
any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a
veteran, retired, currently serving, or in the National Guard/Reserves, you are
invited to join us for Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner. To
date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.2 million free meals and
contributed over $3.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization.
Website for more information: http://www.goldencorral.com/military/
McCormick & Schmick's Complimentary Lunch or Dinner
Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée on
Sunday, November 7. Some of the mouth-watering selections include Cashew-Crusted
Tilapia, Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Seafood Fettuccini Alfredo and Cedar-Planked
Salmon. http://www.mccormickandschmicks.com/featured-promotion/Veterans-
Appreciation-Day.aspx
Salute from Outback Steakhouse
As an expression of Outback Steakhouse's appreciation to our Country's
veterans and active duty military*, a free Bloomin' Onion and beverage of choice
(one non-alcoholic drink or one draft Anheuser Busch beer except where prohibited
by law) will be available to them at every Outback in the country on Veterans
Day. Please visit: http://www.outback.com/pressroom/pr_101018.aspx for details.
Home Depot and Lowe’s Military Discount
Home Depot and Lowe’s have long been known to offer a 10% holiday discount
to military members and their families and in many cases veterans and retirees.
These promotions were usually limited to the main military holidays such as
Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Veterans Day. Well, no longer – both companies
have announced these offers are available every day of the week.
http://themilitarywallet.com/home-depot-lowes-10-military-discount/
Fee Free Day at National Parks
To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken
Salazar today announced that areas managed by the department would not charge
entrance fees on Thursday, November 11, 2010.
Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission
Colonial Williamsburg honors America's Veterans with a procession down
Duke of Gloucester Street, 4:30 p.m., beginning at the Capitol. The parade
culminates in a public ceremony, with militia and cannon crew firing volleys in
recognition of those who serve. Hear Colonial Williamsburg's Fifes and Drums, and
speakers from past and present. Active duty military, guard and reservists,
retirees, veterans and their dependents enjoy free admission passes Friday
through Wednesday, Nov. 6-11. Learn more
http://www.history.org/visit/eventsAndExhibits/calendar/index.cfm?id=421009&start
At=1&&searchAll=0&categorySelect=&&keyWords=veteran&itemsPerPage=25&types=&start_
date=11/11/2010&end_date=11/11/2010#show_undefined
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Portrait Special from JC Penney
Hey guys! A fellow Viper wife (Thanks Shannon!) shared this info so I am passing it on to you! JC Penney is offering free portrait sessions and free sheet of photos to families who have a deployed service member.
Chick Flick Night Reminder!!
Ladies a quick reminder!!! Chick Flick night Friday at Renee Wilke 's home... It starts at 7pm. The movie is Sex and the City 2. Drinks, popcorn, and dessert will be provided. For those attending please be prepared to chip in for pizza... If you are by yourself then it will be $5 and if you bring your children it is $10.. Please respond to this post and let me know if you are attending so I know!
Sunday, October 10, 2010
USO Quick Blast
You’re Invited to Our Pampered Chef Fund-Raiser Kick Off Show to Support The Greater Jacksonville Area USO!!!!!
Where :2560 Mayport Road. Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 (Mayport USO Center)
***Our goal is to raise $3000 to send 100 holiday care packages to deployed troops. If we have 75 participants who each collect $200 in orders, we will have met our goal! ***
Here are some ways you can help:
1. Attend the fun kick off show on Tuesday, October 26th at 6:59 PM for food and shopping.
- Bring a friend the USO hasn’t met... There will be a gift
when you do!!
- Childcare will be available – Please RSVP immediately,
so we can ensure proper help is available.
- All others please RSVP by Tuesday, October 19th to
Reserve your spot. Pcfun4u@gmail.com or (615)496-8214
2. Take a few of our new Fall catalogs and share w/ your friends - they'll love browsing and adding some new things to their kitchens - or getting an early start on holiday gifts!!
3. Place an order online at www.pamperedchefbiz/evelynn. Select USO as the “host name.” Tell your friends to do the same. Products can be direct shipped, so out of state orders welcome.
4. Schedule a LIVE cooking show for your friends (you'll save approx. $300 on your personal shopping)
- The USO receives $10 for each show held!
- Bridal showers, fundraisers, & internet shows count
too!!
5. How about hosting a USO fund-raiser cooking show of your own???
Additional awards for helping us:
The Top Seller will receive a $50.00 Pampered Chef gift certificate. (Must collect minimum of $300 in orders to qualify for gift certificate.)
There will be a surprise gift drawing for all participants:
- One entry for attending the kick off show
- Two entries for each friend brought to the kick off show
- One entry for each order collected by you
Evelynn Thomas & Sherri Schutt are our consultants. They are donating their time and profits to ensure the financial success of our fund-raiser. Feel free to contact them at 615-496-8214 or pcfun4u@gmail.com.
FRG Yard Sale
Hi there fellow Vipers! Next weekend on the 17th is our FRG Yard Sale. If you have items to donate or want to contribute to the Bake Sale please feel free to contact me.. My cell number is 904-885-0651.. We will gladly take any donations for the yard sale.. All proceeds from the yard sale and bake sale will go towards the Vipers FRG.. Thank you for your time! Renee Wilke
Friday, October 8, 2010
New Website for the Squadron
The new command website is now up and viewable. There are still issues
that are still being worked at this time i.e. certificate error pop up
that must be clicked through multiple times, as well as missing links
and pictures. The site is still a work in progress. Please visit and
feel free to forward any suggested improvements or things you would like
to see on the website to myself, IT2 Penigar, or ITSA Dillon. Your
feedback is vital and greatly appreciated.
that are still being worked at this time i.e. certificate error pop up
that must be clicked through multiple times, as well as missing links
and pictures. The site is still a work in progress. Please visit and
feel free to forward any suggested improvements or things you would like
to see on the website to myself, IT2 Penigar, or ITSA Dillon. Your
feedback is vital and greatly appreciated.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events for October:
Thursday, October 7th @ 7 pm- Coffee Night
Location-Books A Million, 9400 Atlantic Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32225
Please come and join us for a Girls Night Away....
Monday, October 11th @ 5-7pm- USO No Dough Dinner
Beef stew, rice, salad, rolls, dessert.
Thursday, October 14th @ 6 pm- FRG Meeting
Halloween party- Spooky Treats is the theme
Costume contest, craft will be decorating cookies
Saturday, October 16th @ 2- 6pm- Fall Fest
SAVE THE DATE! MWR Fall Fest, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2-6pm at Sea Otter Pavilion. Free games, rides, inflatables, Haunted House. Food/beverages for purchase. Take your own photos in the pumpkin patch or purchase a pumpkin to take home. (904) 270-5228
Sunday, October 17th- FRG Yard Sale
8a-3 pm @ Sarah Denton's house
Details to follow..
Friday, October 22nd @ 7p-10p- Chick Flick Night
Gather at Renee Wilke's house for movies
cookies, drinks, and popcorn will be provided..
Please be prepared to pitch in for pizza.. Kids are welcome!
Saturday, October 23rd- Fall Get together- 1p- 6p
Connor's A-Maize-Ing Acres is tons of fun! The famous corn maze, cow train, barnyard animals, hayride, pumpkin patch and lots more!! They do not allow outside food through the gate. I would recommend to either eat lunch before hand or they do provide very good food inside the gate.
Children will get $2 off entry if you bring a non-perishable food item for each child. Adults of deployed spouses with get in FREE with proper ID. (I believe tickets are $10 each)
For directions: log in to their website
http://www.connorscornfieldmaze.com/
For any other questions please feel free to email Sarah Denton @ lablover219@yahoo.com
Monday, October 25th @ USO No Dough Dinner
Build your own Nachos, salad, dessert.
Thursday, October 7th @ 7 pm- Coffee Night
Location-Books A Million, 9400 Atlantic Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32225
Please come and join us for a Girls Night Away....
Monday, October 11th @ 5-7pm- USO No Dough Dinner
Beef stew, rice, salad, rolls, dessert.
Thursday, October 14th @ 6 pm- FRG Meeting
Halloween party- Spooky Treats is the theme
Costume contest, craft will be decorating cookies
Saturday, October 16th @ 2- 6pm- Fall Fest
SAVE THE DATE! MWR Fall Fest, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2-6pm at Sea Otter Pavilion. Free games, rides, inflatables, Haunted House. Food/beverages for purchase. Take your own photos in the pumpkin patch or purchase a pumpkin to take home. (904) 270-5228
Sunday, October 17th- FRG Yard Sale
8a-3 pm @ Sarah Denton's house
Details to follow..
Friday, October 22nd @ 7p-10p- Chick Flick Night
Gather at Renee Wilke's house for movies
cookies, drinks, and popcorn will be provided..
Please be prepared to pitch in for pizza.. Kids are welcome!
Saturday, October 23rd- Fall Get together- 1p- 6p
Connor's A-Maize-Ing Acres is tons of fun! The famous corn maze, cow train, barnyard animals, hayride, pumpkin patch and lots more!! They do not allow outside food through the gate. I would recommend to either eat lunch before hand or they do provide very good food inside the gate.
Children will get $2 off entry if you bring a non-perishable food item for each child. Adults of deployed spouses with get in FREE with proper ID. (I believe tickets are $10 each)
For directions: log in to their website
http://www.connorscornfieldmaze.com/
For any other questions please feel free to email Sarah Denton @ lablover219@yahoo.com
Monday, October 25th @ USO No Dough Dinner
Build your own Nachos, salad, dessert.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
New Event
| Time | Saturday, October 16 · 2:00pm - 6:00pm |
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| Location | Sea Otter Pavilion |
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| More Info | SAVE THE DATE! MWR Fall Fest, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2-6pm at Sea Otter Pavilion. Free games, rides, inflatables, Haunted House. Food/beverages for purchase. Take your own photos in the pumpkin patch or purchase a pumpkin to take home. (904) 270-5228 |
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Upcoing Events
Hello fellow Vipers!! I just wanted to let you guys know of the upcoming events for the FRG..
*Coffee Night@ Books A Million (9400 Atlantic Blvd, Jax, FL 32225)
Thursday, October 17th @ 7 pm
* FRG Meeting- Thursday, October 14th- 6-9 pm
Theme: Costume Party, Spooky Treats, Decorate Cookies
more details to follow...
*Yard Sale- Sunday, October 17th @ 8am
Place:Sarah Denton's house
more details to follow
*Chick Flick Night- October 22nd @ 7-10 p
Place: Renee Wilke's house
Please be prepared to chip in for pizza. I will provide drinks, popcorn, and cookies.
*Coffee Night@ Books A Million (9400 Atlantic Blvd, Jax, FL 32225)
Thursday, October 17th @ 7 pm
* FRG Meeting- Thursday, October 14th- 6-9 pm
Theme: Costume Party, Spooky Treats, Decorate Cookies
more details to follow...
*Yard Sale- Sunday, October 17th @ 8am
Place:Sarah Denton's house
more details to follow
*Chick Flick Night- October 22nd @ 7-10 p
Place: Renee Wilke's house
Please be prepared to chip in for pizza. I will provide drinks, popcorn, and cookies.
Allow me to introduce myself....
Hello Vipers FRG!! As most of you know Monday, September 20th at the FRG meeting I was voted in as the new President of the FRG. I do know most of you but wanted to take a moment and introduce myself. My name is Renee Wilke and I have been a Viper wife for a little over a year. My husband is AE1 James Wilke and is the current LPO for Det 4. He has been in the Navy for a 15 1/2 years. We have 3 children Ashlee, 14; Chris, 12; and Kortnee, 9. Our upcoming depoyment will our 5th one so I've had a little experience with them. I look forward to working with you guys as well as being here for you for anything you might need. Sincerely, Renee Wilke
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Upcoming Events
Coffee Night - Thursday, September 16 at 7pm.
Starbucks (Atlantic and Southside), 9301 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
FRG Meeting - Monday, September 20 at 6pm.
USO Mayport
We will be doing a White Elephant Exchange, so bring a wrapped item to exchange. Please remember that these items are to be of little value to you, used or regifted items only, no new items please!
We will also be voting on new board member(s).
Our craft will be making cards for deployed parents and care packages for Det 3. Please bring a small donation (snack foods, entertainment items, hygiene items).
Starbucks (Atlantic and Southside), 9301 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
FRG Meeting - Monday, September 20 at 6pm.
USO Mayport
We will be doing a White Elephant Exchange, so bring a wrapped item to exchange. Please remember that these items are to be of little value to you, used or regifted items only, no new items please!
We will also be voting on new board member(s).
Our craft will be making cards for deployed parents and care packages for Det 3. Please bring a small donation (snack foods, entertainment items, hygiene items).
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Free Backpacks!
Attention Viper Families! The Lady Vipers put together some back-to-school backpacks for the Viper Kids. The Sailors that are here have been notified, however the families of the deployed are also eligible. If your Sailor is E-6 or below and you have children in grades K-5th grade, you can stop by the squadron to pick up your backpack. Contact is the CMC, 270-6810 x119.
Thank you Lady Vipers for putting these together!
Thank you Lady Vipers for putting these together!
Friday, August 20, 2010
Upcoming Events
Hello, Viper Families! We have a couple fun events coming up, please join us and spread the word!
Wednesday, August 25, 6-8pm
FRG Meeting @ Mayport USO
Guest Speaker: School Liason Officer
Potluck Theme: Finger Foods
Kids Craft: Back 2 School Theme
Thursday, September 2, 5-7pm
FRG Family Fun Night @ Regency Chuck E. Cheese's
Please join us for a fun event and help us raise a little money. 15% of all purchases will go to the FRG (when you mention HSL-48 FRG while purchasing).
Wednesday, August 25, 6-8pm
FRG Meeting @ Mayport USO
Guest Speaker: School Liason Officer
Potluck Theme: Finger Foods
Kids Craft: Back 2 School Theme
Thursday, September 2, 5-7pm
FRG Family Fun Night @ Regency Chuck E. Cheese's
Please join us for a fun event and help us raise a little money. 15% of all purchases will go to the FRG (when you mention HSL-48 FRG while purchasing).
Monday, August 9, 2010
K7 Voicemail
I just added this link under the "Helpful Military Links" section of the website. I love this site! When my husband was deployed, I signed up for him, using his email address and created a password. He received a phone number, and I used that number to call him and leave voicemails. The voicemails were sent to him via low-bandwidth email, so that he could hear our voices while he's gone without bogging down the ship's internet (by clicking on a link in the email, I believe, and entering his password). You can also fax things to that phone number and they will receive the fax in an email. The phone number does not have a local area code, but if you have a top 5/10/whatever friends with your cell phone plan, or unlimited long distance with your home phone, it will be completely free to call and leave messages. I actually used this so much, that my husband had to remind me that I could email him, too. He would save and/or print the emails and reread them when he was missing us, but I think K7 only saves a few of the most recent voicemails.
Enjoy the link!
Enjoy the link!
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Jacksonville Humane Society's Toast to the Animals
Hello all! The Jacksonville Humane Society's 12th Annual Toast to the Animals is in just over 1 week! If you are interested in volunteering for this event, there are several volunteer positions available. Or if you would like a nice evening out, there are tickets available to purchase.
Below is the email from Volunteer and Grants Resource Manager Lynn Williams...
JHS Toast to the Animals is 15 (now 9) days out and there are too many open volunteer shifts to feel like we are really prepared for the event!
Help is still needed with a wide variety of roles; Ushers and Wristband Monitors, Silent Auction, Photography Assistant, Floaters and Food & Drink Assistants.
Event Details:
§ Date/Time: Friday August 13th, 5 to 9pm for VIP Preview ticket holders and 6 to 9pm for General Admission
§ Location: Omni Jacksonville Hotel, 245 Water Street , Jacksonville , Florida 32202
§ Event Activities: There will be a silent and live auction and a drawing for the 50/50 raffle and event passports. An area will also be arranged for guest photos for on line purchase following the event. Tickets are available online at http://jhstoast-volunteer.eventbrite.com/ or by calling 904.725.8766.
§ Volunteer Shift: 4pm to 9:30pm
§ What to Wear: White shirt, black slacks and comfortable black shoes to help assure a consistent, professional appearance. The shirt must be a white long sleeve, blouse or button down shirt, not a polo or casual shirt.
Volunteer Requirements:
§ Minimum age is 21 years
§ Attend the Saturday August 7th, 9 to 10am training session the week before the event.
§ Arrive at the event on August 13th no later than 4pm
This is a really fun event where the evening passes very quickly...having fun and making an important contribution to JHS AND our furry friends at the very same time. Can you really think of a better way to spend your Friday evening?
Please consider signing up to give us a hand and send me an email (lwilliams@jaxhumane.org) today! Thank you in advance for giving serious consideration to helping us at Toast to the Animals.
For those interested in buying tickets...
The Jacksonville Humane Society is pleased to announce the 12th Annual Toast to the Animals fundraiser. Toast the First Coast's furriest friends on August 13, 2010 at the Omni Jacksonville Hotel. Toast to the Animals is one of Jacksonville’s most popular wine tastings, attracting nearly 800 of the River City’s most influential young professionals, community leaders and distinguished executives.
Enjoy more than 100 varieties of wine and beer, gourmet hors d'oeuvres and desserts at this wine-tasting fundraiser. Silent and live auctions will feature fabulous items including exciting trips, sports memorabilia, spa packages, gift certificates, priceless experiences and so much more!
For less than the price of a night out, tickets to the Toast to the Animals include food, wine and fun, with 100% of the procceds benefitting the animals awaiting their forever homes at JHS.
http://jhstoast-emailfooter.eventbrite.com/
Below is the email from Volunteer and Grants Resource Manager Lynn Williams...
JHS Toast to the Animals is 15 (now 9) days out and there are too many open volunteer shifts to feel like we are really prepared for the event!
Help is still needed with a wide variety of roles; Ushers and Wristband Monitors, Silent Auction, Photography Assistant, Floaters and Food & Drink Assistants.
Event Details:
§ Date/Time: Friday August 13th, 5 to 9pm for VIP Preview ticket holders and 6 to 9pm for General Admission
§ Location: Omni Jacksonville Hotel, 245 Water Street , Jacksonville , Florida 32202
§ Event Activities: There will be a silent and live auction and a drawing for the 50/50 raffle and event passports. An area will also be arranged for guest photos for on line purchase following the event. Tickets are available online at http://jhstoast-volunteer.eventbrite.com/ or by calling 904.725.8766.
§ Volunteer Shift: 4pm to 9:30pm
§ What to Wear: White shirt, black slacks and comfortable black shoes to help assure a consistent, professional appearance. The shirt must be a white long sleeve, blouse or button down shirt, not a polo or casual shirt.
Volunteer Requirements:
§ Minimum age is 21 years
§ Attend the Saturday August 7th, 9 to 10am training session the week before the event.
§ Arrive at the event on August 13th no later than 4pm
This is a really fun event where the evening passes very quickly...having fun and making an important contribution to JHS AND our furry friends at the very same time. Can you really think of a better way to spend your Friday evening?
Please consider signing up to give us a hand and send me an email (lwilliams@jaxhumane.org) today! Thank you in advance for giving serious consideration to helping us at Toast to the Animals.
For those interested in buying tickets...
The Jacksonville Humane Society is pleased to announce the 12th Annual Toast to the Animals fundraiser. Toast the First Coast's furriest friends on August 13, 2010 at the Omni Jacksonville Hotel. Toast to the Animals is one of Jacksonville’s most popular wine tastings, attracting nearly 800 of the River City’s most influential young professionals, community leaders and distinguished executives.
Enjoy more than 100 varieties of wine and beer, gourmet hors d'oeuvres and desserts at this wine-tasting fundraiser. Silent and live auctions will feature fabulous items including exciting trips, sports memorabilia, spa packages, gift certificates, priceless experiences and so much more!
For less than the price of a night out, tickets to the Toast to the Animals include food, wine and fun, with 100% of the procceds benefitting the animals awaiting their forever homes at JHS.
http://jhstoast-emailfooter.eventbrite.com/
Coffee Night
Hello, Viper Ladies! Our first FRG Coffee Night was a success! We decided to do these twice a month, so if you couldn't make it last night, please feel free to join us for a nice night out in 2 weeks. Next Coffee Night will be Tuesday, August 17 at 7pm at Bad Ass Coffee on Beach Blvd. Hope to see you there!
Monday, August 2, 2010
Coffee Night Tomorrow!
Hello all! Just a little reminder that our first FRG Coffee Night is tomorrow night at 7pm at the Starbucks on Atlantic and Hodges. You don't have to drink coffee to join us for this event, it's for any of the women that need/want a night out. Please comment below, email me (parkins.nicole@gmail.com) or text me (904-881-2615) and let me know you'll be there. I will be wearing my yellow Viper shirt, for those that I haven't met, yet.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
July and August Events
Hello all! Just a reminder about a few upcoming events.
Our next meeting is on Monday, July 19 at 6pm at the USO. Our Potluck Theme is Summer Picnic (think sandwiches, watermelon, chips, etc.). The kid craft will be Cards for Det 3. We will have a Guest Speaker from Fleet & Family Support Center. We will also be doing a White Elephant Gift Exchange. Please bring a dish to share and a wrapped pre-owned gift to exchange. If you are in need of ideas for the exchange, I have been to a few White Elephant Exchanges and usually see gifts like...bath & body products, picture frames, candles, hand-made items, and other small nic-nac type items.
Don't forget to join us for some fun in the sun on Friday, July 23 at 1pm at the Mayport Beach.
Change of Command Ceremony and Reception are Thursday, July 29.
Coffee Night is Tuesday, August 3.
Please be aware that our August Meeting Date has been changed to Wednesday, August 25.
We have also rescheduled the Chuck E Cheese Family Night. It is still tentative, and I will let you know once it's confirmed. It is now tentatively scheduled for August 19 as our Back to School Bash.
You can find details on all of these events and more on our calendar.
Our next meeting is on Monday, July 19 at 6pm at the USO. Our Potluck Theme is Summer Picnic (think sandwiches, watermelon, chips, etc.). The kid craft will be Cards for Det 3. We will have a Guest Speaker from Fleet & Family Support Center. We will also be doing a White Elephant Gift Exchange. Please bring a dish to share and a wrapped pre-owned gift to exchange. If you are in need of ideas for the exchange, I have been to a few White Elephant Exchanges and usually see gifts like...bath & body products, picture frames, candles, hand-made items, and other small nic-nac type items.
Don't forget to join us for some fun in the sun on Friday, July 23 at 1pm at the Mayport Beach.
Change of Command Ceremony and Reception are Thursday, July 29.
Coffee Night is Tuesday, August 3.
Please be aware that our August Meeting Date has been changed to Wednesday, August 25.
We have also rescheduled the Chuck E Cheese Family Night. It is still tentative, and I will let you know once it's confirmed. It is now tentatively scheduled for August 19 as our Back to School Bash.
You can find details on all of these events and more on our calendar.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
What's Going On?
We have some exciting events coming up! All of these events have also been posted on the FRG Calendar.
Monday, June 28, 2010, 5-7pm
No Dough Dinner @ USO-Mayport
Menu: Burgers/hot dogs, chips, pasta salad, dessert.
Saturday, July 3, 2010, 4-11pm
Freedom Fest @ NS Mayport - Sea Otter Pavilion
Inflatables, rides, games, clowns, caricature artists, face painting, balloon sculpting, water & dry slides, paintball, and 2 live bands!
Food and Beverages available for purchase: hamburgers, brats, hot dogs, pizza, shaved ice, funnel cakes, cotton candy, soda, water, beer, full bar.
Free Entrance to the Base Pool from 11am-8pm.
Fireworks at 9:30pm!
Monday, July 12, 2010, 5-7pm
No Dough Dinner @ USO-Mayport
Menu: Breakfast for dinner - pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage links, dessert.
Thursday, July 15, 2010, 5-7pm (TENTATIVE)
Family Night @ Chuck E Cheese-Regency
Please Note: This event is still being planned, will let you know when it's confirmed.
Please join us for a fun family night! We will be playing and eating (optional) at Chuck E Cheese. A portion of all purchases made during this time (when you mention the FRG) will go to our group's funds. Hope to see you there!
Monday, July 19, 2010, 6-8pm
FRG Meeting @ USO-Mayport
Potluck Theme: Summer Picnic (Think Sandwiches, Watermelon, Chips, etc)
Kids Craft: Cards for Det 3
White Elephant Exchange
Guest Speaker: Fleet & Family Support Center (Tentative)
Friday, July 23, 2010, 1-4pm (or until we need a nap!)
Beach Day @ Beach near CPO Club on NS Mayport
Join us for a fun afternoon in the sun! Bring your own (if desired): lunch/snack, sunscreen, kids, etc.
Monday, July 26, 2010, 5-7pm
No Dough Dinner @ USO-Mayport
Menu: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, rolls, dessert.
Thursday, July 29, 2010, 10am-1:30pm
Change of Command Ceremony & Reception
Ceremony @ HSL-48 (10-11:30am)
Please be seated by 9:45am, the Ceremony will begin at 10:00. Dress for families is business casual, something cool, but no shorts or jeans (except for the kids, shorts might be more comfortable for them). Children are allowed, but it may be difficult for them to sit still, so use your best judgement. I will not be bringing my 3, mostly because I need a break!!!
Reception @ Ocean 60, http://www.ocean60.com/about.htm (12-1:30pm)
Reception is immediately following Ceremony, so you can wear whatever you wore to the ceremony. Lunch will be provided and I hear that the food will be VERY YUMMY!
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 7-9pm
Starbucks, Atlantic and Hodges, 13315 Atlantic Boulevard
Join us for a (Coffee Optional) Coffee Night! This event is for the Women of the group that need a night out! This is our first Coffee Night, so we will discuss how often we want to meet, and if we are going to incorporate a book club or anything else into the Coffee Night. Location will rotate among different coffee spots, but will try to keep it close to the Beach side of town.
If you have any questions/comments/suggestions about any of these events, or anything in general, please feel free to email me!
Monday, June 28, 2010, 5-7pm
No Dough Dinner @ USO-Mayport
Menu: Burgers/hot dogs, chips, pasta salad, dessert.
Saturday, July 3, 2010, 4-11pm
Freedom Fest @ NS Mayport - Sea Otter Pavilion
Inflatables, rides, games, clowns, caricature artists, face painting, balloon sculpting, water & dry slides, paintball, and 2 live bands!
Food and Beverages available for purchase: hamburgers, brats, hot dogs, pizza, shaved ice, funnel cakes, cotton candy, soda, water, beer, full bar.
Free Entrance to the Base Pool from 11am-8pm.
Fireworks at 9:30pm!
Monday, July 12, 2010, 5-7pm
No Dough Dinner @ USO-Mayport
Menu: Breakfast for dinner - pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage links, dessert.
Thursday, July 15, 2010, 5-7pm (TENTATIVE)
Family Night @ Chuck E Cheese-Regency
Please Note: This event is still being planned, will let you know when it's confirmed.
Please join us for a fun family night! We will be playing and eating (optional) at Chuck E Cheese. A portion of all purchases made during this time (when you mention the FRG) will go to our group's funds. Hope to see you there!
Monday, July 19, 2010, 6-8pm
FRG Meeting @ USO-Mayport
Potluck Theme: Summer Picnic (Think Sandwiches, Watermelon, Chips, etc)
Kids Craft: Cards for Det 3
White Elephant Exchange
Guest Speaker: Fleet & Family Support Center (Tentative)
Friday, July 23, 2010, 1-4pm (or until we need a nap!)
Beach Day @ Beach near CPO Club on NS Mayport
Join us for a fun afternoon in the sun! Bring your own (if desired): lunch/snack, sunscreen, kids, etc.
Monday, July 26, 2010, 5-7pm
No Dough Dinner @ USO-Mayport
Menu: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, rolls, dessert.
Thursday, July 29, 2010, 10am-1:30pm
Change of Command Ceremony & Reception
Ceremony @ HSL-48 (10-11:30am)
Please be seated by 9:45am, the Ceremony will begin at 10:00. Dress for families is business casual, something cool, but no shorts or jeans (except for the kids, shorts might be more comfortable for them). Children are allowed, but it may be difficult for them to sit still, so use your best judgement. I will not be bringing my 3, mostly because I need a break!!!
Reception @ Ocean 60, http://www.ocean60.com/about.htm (12-1:30pm)
Reception is immediately following Ceremony, so you can wear whatever you wore to the ceremony. Lunch will be provided and I hear that the food will be VERY YUMMY!
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 7-9pm
Starbucks, Atlantic and Hodges, 13315 Atlantic Boulevard
Join us for a (Coffee Optional) Coffee Night! This event is for the Women of the group that need a night out! This is our first Coffee Night, so we will discuss how often we want to meet, and if we are going to incorporate a book club or anything else into the Coffee Night. Location will rotate among different coffee spots, but will try to keep it close to the Beach side of town.
If you have any questions/comments/suggestions about any of these events, or anything in general, please feel free to email me!
June 22, 2010 Meeting
Hello, Vipers! We had a great meeting on Tuesday! We received a donation from Food Lion (701 Mayport Crossing Location) of $30! With that money, we were able to buy the hot dogs and hamburgers for our meeting.
We had a guest speaker from Military OneSource speak to us about what they have to offer (relocation assistance, currently location information, daycares, translation services, Healthy Habits Program, online library, bookstore, counseling, and so much more.). If you haven't spent much time on their website, you are missing out! They do SO MUCH for Military Families.
We also discussed some upcoming events (to be listed in a separate post and on the calendar), and planed our next meeting (details to follow, in separate post), and the kids made a wonderful display to hang at the squadron. I will send out pictures to those present, and will also have them posted on the FRG Facebook page soon.
An update on the Ibarra Family...Christine Ibarra is recovering and is very grateful for the meals that have been given. Thank you all so much for stepping up and helping out a Viper Family in need!
I want to give a big THANK YOU to...
Food Lion Manager Joe Godwin for their donation;
LaJuan Fellin from Military OneSource for being our Guest Speaker;
Fellow Vipers William (Bill) Parkins, Yusmani (Manny) Bitor, and James Wilke for grilling our food;
and
Viper Teens Nathan Banta, Ashlee Wilke, and Chris Wilke for watching the Viper Kids during our Meeting.
Thank you to everyone for your help with this group.
We had a guest speaker from Military OneSource speak to us about what they have to offer (relocation assistance, currently location information, daycares, translation services, Healthy Habits Program, online library, bookstore, counseling, and so much more.). If you haven't spent much time on their website, you are missing out! They do SO MUCH for Military Families.
We also discussed some upcoming events (to be listed in a separate post and on the calendar), and planed our next meeting (details to follow, in separate post), and the kids made a wonderful display to hang at the squadron. I will send out pictures to those present, and will also have them posted on the FRG Facebook page soon.
An update on the Ibarra Family...Christine Ibarra is recovering and is very grateful for the meals that have been given. Thank you all so much for stepping up and helping out a Viper Family in need!
I want to give a big THANK YOU to...
Food Lion Manager Joe Godwin for their donation;
LaJuan Fellin from Military OneSource for being our Guest Speaker;
Fellow Vipers William (Bill) Parkins, Yusmani (Manny) Bitor, and James Wilke for grilling our food;
and
Viper Teens Nathan Banta, Ashlee Wilke, and Chris Wilke for watching the Viper Kids during our Meeting.
Thank you to everyone for your help with this group.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
USO News
I am posting below the USO Info Blast. These info blasts are sent out weekly, I normally just post a few of the listed items on our website, but am posting the entire blast this week. If you are not already subscribing to this, you can fill out a Subscription Card at the USO, or call them (numbers listed below).
MAYPORT NO DOUGH DINNER
The Mayport USO Center will host a No Dough Dinner on Monday June 28th from 5 to 7 pm. Our superstar volunteers will provide burgers/hot dogs, chips, pasta salad, and dessert. This great opportunity is for active duty and their immediate family. Please come out and enjoy some food and fun. We also have a GREAT, remodeled Children’s Learning Center!!
LOW COUNTRY BOIL AT THE GREATER BEACHES VFW POST 3270
The Greater Beaches VFW Post 3270, 915 South 8 th Ave. Jax Bch, will hold a fund raising event for the families of our deployed, lower ranking enlisted members, on June Sunday June 27 from 1-5 PM. Our USO Mayport Center uses these funds, raised by the Beaches Veterans Association, to provide two hot meals a month at the end of a pay periods. The LOW COUNTRY BOIL features Chef Keith Helton's, menu consisting of Shrimp, Smoked Sausage, Corn on the Cob, Potatoes and a variety of desserts all for $8.00. Take your family out Sunday for a great meal, while supporting our local military families and our USO.
COMPASS: A PROGRAM FOR MILITARY SPOUSES!!!
ATTENTION ALL SPOUSES: NS Family Line is excited to announce a NEW and FREE program for you called COMPASS! Compass is a “military spouse mentoring other military spouses” program. This is for ALL spouses – male and female, with or without kids – there’s definitely something for everyone! Are you looking to get to know your local community better? Looking to meet other spouses? Want to do this in a FUN environment? We even provide snacks and onsite babysitting – or reimbursement. For registration and additional information, please visit www.gocompass.org and look under “locations” to find the NEW Jacksonville, Fl team! Naval Station Mayport and Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay also have COMPASS programs. Registration is currently open (but is filling FAST) for the course on June 29 – July 1 and will take place at the NAS JAX Chapel. You can also reach the Compass Team via email: COMPASSJacksonville@NSFamilyLine.org
FREEDOM FEST AT MAYPORT
Naval Station Mayport will be hosting their annual Freedom Fest at Sea Otter Pavilion on Saturday, July 3rd from 4 to 11 pm. It’s their Independence Day fireworks show. There will be hotdogs, bratwurst, Italian sausages, hamburgers, chips, sodas and bottled water for sale by your USO Team!!! We’re also selling glow-in-the-dark bracelets and necklaces for $1 each.
MILITARY APPRECIATION WEEKEND AT ADVENTURE LANDING
Adventure Landing will host a Military Appreciation Weekend July 3rd and 4th from noon until closing. They are offering all active & retired military a Free water park or quest pass. A quest pass is valid for one person to choose any combination of 3 of the following single attractions: a Go-Kart ride, a Laser Tag session, a Game of Mini Golf, a ride on the Wacky Worm Roller Coaster or Frog Hopper. You Must show a valid ID to receive this offer. For all military Family members will receive $5.00 off a water park pass or a quest pass. This offer is good only at the Beach Blvd. Adventure Landing. For more information please visit: www.adventurelanding.com
FREE ADMISSION TO THE CUMMER MUSEUM
Celebrate Independence Day weekend at The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. On Friday, July 2nd from 10 am to 4 pm and Saturday, July 3rd from 10 am to 5 pm the museum is offering Free admission for Military personnel and their families. Identification will be required and all non-member guests will pay regular admission prices. For more information please visit: www.cummer.org
VETERANS REINTEGRATION CENTER LOOKING FOR COMPUTERS
The Veterans Reintegration Center of Jacksonville is looking for serviceable computers to refurbish and use for Veterans. If you are upgrading and don’t know what to do with your old PCs the VRCJ will take them. This will help fund the VRCJ in its efforts to assist Veterans. Attention Corporations, Non-Profits, Colleges and Universities – donate your decommissioned computers and equipment, increase the number of usable PCs available to the disadvantaged veterans. These PCs are refurbished by VRCJ and then preinstalled with genuine Microsoft software. All cash/equipment donations are tax deductible. For more information please contact the VRCJ at 904-647-1767.
UNITED THROUGH READING PROGRAM
The Greater Jacksonville Area USO offers a great free opportunity for the military families to stay in touch during deployments. This Program provides a meaningful opportunity for powerful emotional connections that help relieve the stress of separation by having deployed service members read aloud to children via DVD. This is great to start before you leave for a deployment and is currently offered onboard most ships and overseas areas.
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS:
The deploying service member reads a book while being recorded for approximately 30 minutes. Then we send the DVD and the book home to the child(ren). The child(ren) at home watch the DVD and follows along with the book. The spouse or caregiver back home can record or take photographs of the child(ren)s reaction and send it back to the service member. While the service member is deployed they can continue with the program either on ship or at overseas USO Centers and exchange DVDs with their children reading to them as well.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
At NAS Jax USO Center, please contact Jean Endsley at 778-2821 or email jendsley@usojax.com. At Mayport USO Center, please contact Pam Coates at 246-3481or email pam@usojax.com.
WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME FREE MILITARY ADMISSION OFFER
The World Golf Hall of Fame & The Hope Legacy honors our heroes. They are offering free admission to all active, retired, & reserve military from May 29th to July 4th, 2010. This includes the 18 hole natural grass putting course. You must present your military ID on arrival. For more information please visit: www.worldgolfhalloffame.org
JACKSONVILLE AXEMEN RUGBY LEAGUE 2010 SEASON TICKETS ONLY $15.00!!
The Jacksonville Axemen Season begins 29 May and your Greater Jacksonville USO has season tickets available for only $15.00 for five matches and children 12 and under is admitted FREE! Tickets are now on sale at Mayport and NAS JAX USO Centers. All home games are played at Hodges Stadium – UNF, parking is free, the Axe Maiden Cheerleaders perform at every game. Please visit www.jaxaxe.com for more details.
SAVE THE DATE….
4TROOPS COMING TO THRASHER-HORNE CENTER
The Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts is proud to announce a special summer concert by the 4Troops. This great concert is set for August 6th, 2010. More information to will be coming soon!
6th ANNUAL USO BENEFIT RIDE
This is a police escorted motorcycle ride in Osceola County (just south of Orlando) set for 8:30 am on 18 September 2010. More information on this ride will be coming soon!!!
In addition to the numerous programs for our active duty personnel and family members, each USO Center (Mayport, NAS JAX, and JIA) offer:
Free Notary services.
Free Fax services
Free Copier services
Free Internet services
CONTACT INFORMATION
http://www.jaxuso.org/
NAS JAX USO CENTER
NAS Jax, Bldg 1050
P.O. Box 108
Jacksonville, FL 32212-0108
Jean Endsley
jendsley@usojax.com
Volunteers Needed!
904-778-2821 or 778-7928
Open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday
MAYPORT USO CENTER
2560 Mayport Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Ed Champagne
echampagne@usojax.com
Volunteers Needed!
904-246-3481
Open Monday-Friday 9am-9pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday
USO WELCOME CENTER
Jacksonville International Airport
Main Terminal, First Floor
Jacksonville, FL
Open 24/7/365
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Cheryl Vandiver
usoairport@usojax.com
904-305-4467(cell) or 904-741-6655
MAYPORT NO DOUGH DINNER
The Mayport USO Center will host a No Dough Dinner on Monday June 28th from 5 to 7 pm. Our superstar volunteers will provide burgers/hot dogs, chips, pasta salad, and dessert. This great opportunity is for active duty and their immediate family. Please come out and enjoy some food and fun. We also have a GREAT, remodeled Children’s Learning Center!!
LOW COUNTRY BOIL AT THE GREATER BEACHES VFW POST 3270
The Greater Beaches VFW Post 3270, 915 South 8 th Ave. Jax Bch, will hold a fund raising event for the families of our deployed, lower ranking enlisted members, on June Sunday June 27 from 1-5 PM. Our USO Mayport Center uses these funds, raised by the Beaches Veterans Association, to provide two hot meals a month at the end of a pay periods. The LOW COUNTRY BOIL features Chef Keith Helton's, menu consisting of Shrimp, Smoked Sausage, Corn on the Cob, Potatoes and a variety of desserts all for $8.00. Take your family out Sunday for a great meal, while supporting our local military families and our USO.
COMPASS: A PROGRAM FOR MILITARY SPOUSES!!!
ATTENTION ALL SPOUSES: NS Family Line is excited to announce a NEW and FREE program for you called COMPASS! Compass is a “military spouse mentoring other military spouses” program. This is for ALL spouses – male and female, with or without kids – there’s definitely something for everyone! Are you looking to get to know your local community better? Looking to meet other spouses? Want to do this in a FUN environment? We even provide snacks and onsite babysitting – or reimbursement. For registration and additional information, please visit www.gocompass.org and look under “locations” to find the NEW Jacksonville, Fl team! Naval Station Mayport and Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay also have COMPASS programs. Registration is currently open (but is filling FAST) for the course on June 29 – July 1 and will take place at the NAS JAX Chapel. You can also reach the Compass Team via email: COMPASSJacksonville@NSFamilyLine.org
FREEDOM FEST AT MAYPORT
Naval Station Mayport will be hosting their annual Freedom Fest at Sea Otter Pavilion on Saturday, July 3rd from 4 to 11 pm. It’s their Independence Day fireworks show. There will be hotdogs, bratwurst, Italian sausages, hamburgers, chips, sodas and bottled water for sale by your USO Team!!! We’re also selling glow-in-the-dark bracelets and necklaces for $1 each.
MILITARY APPRECIATION WEEKEND AT ADVENTURE LANDING
Adventure Landing will host a Military Appreciation Weekend July 3rd and 4th from noon until closing. They are offering all active & retired military a Free water park or quest pass. A quest pass is valid for one person to choose any combination of 3 of the following single attractions: a Go-Kart ride, a Laser Tag session, a Game of Mini Golf, a ride on the Wacky Worm Roller Coaster or Frog Hopper. You Must show a valid ID to receive this offer. For all military Family members will receive $5.00 off a water park pass or a quest pass. This offer is good only at the Beach Blvd. Adventure Landing. For more information please visit: www.adventurelanding.com
FREE ADMISSION TO THE CUMMER MUSEUM
Celebrate Independence Day weekend at The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. On Friday, July 2nd from 10 am to 4 pm and Saturday, July 3rd from 10 am to 5 pm the museum is offering Free admission for Military personnel and their families. Identification will be required and all non-member guests will pay regular admission prices. For more information please visit: www.cummer.org
VETERANS REINTEGRATION CENTER LOOKING FOR COMPUTERS
The Veterans Reintegration Center of Jacksonville is looking for serviceable computers to refurbish and use for Veterans. If you are upgrading and don’t know what to do with your old PCs the VRCJ will take them. This will help fund the VRCJ in its efforts to assist Veterans. Attention Corporations, Non-Profits, Colleges and Universities – donate your decommissioned computers and equipment, increase the number of usable PCs available to the disadvantaged veterans. These PCs are refurbished by VRCJ and then preinstalled with genuine Microsoft software. All cash/equipment donations are tax deductible. For more information please contact the VRCJ at 904-647-1767.
UNITED THROUGH READING PROGRAM
The Greater Jacksonville Area USO offers a great free opportunity for the military families to stay in touch during deployments. This Program provides a meaningful opportunity for powerful emotional connections that help relieve the stress of separation by having deployed service members read aloud to children via DVD. This is great to start before you leave for a deployment and is currently offered onboard most ships and overseas areas.
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS:
The deploying service member reads a book while being recorded for approximately 30 minutes. Then we send the DVD and the book home to the child(ren). The child(ren) at home watch the DVD and follows along with the book. The spouse or caregiver back home can record or take photographs of the child(ren)s reaction and send it back to the service member. While the service member is deployed they can continue with the program either on ship or at overseas USO Centers and exchange DVDs with their children reading to them as well.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
At NAS Jax USO Center, please contact Jean Endsley at 778-2821 or email jendsley@usojax.com. At Mayport USO Center, please contact Pam Coates at 246-3481or email pam@usojax.com.
WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME FREE MILITARY ADMISSION OFFER
The World Golf Hall of Fame & The Hope Legacy honors our heroes. They are offering free admission to all active, retired, & reserve military from May 29th to July 4th, 2010. This includes the 18 hole natural grass putting course. You must present your military ID on arrival. For more information please visit: www.worldgolfhalloffame.org
JACKSONVILLE AXEMEN RUGBY LEAGUE 2010 SEASON TICKETS ONLY $15.00!!
The Jacksonville Axemen Season begins 29 May and your Greater Jacksonville USO has season tickets available for only $15.00 for five matches and children 12 and under is admitted FREE! Tickets are now on sale at Mayport and NAS JAX USO Centers. All home games are played at Hodges Stadium – UNF, parking is free, the Axe Maiden Cheerleaders perform at every game. Please visit www.jaxaxe.com for more details.
SAVE THE DATE….
4TROOPS COMING TO THRASHER-HORNE CENTER
The Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts is proud to announce a special summer concert by the 4Troops. This great concert is set for August 6th, 2010. More information to will be coming soon!
6th ANNUAL USO BENEFIT RIDE
This is a police escorted motorcycle ride in Osceola County (just south of Orlando) set for 8:30 am on 18 September 2010. More information on this ride will be coming soon!!!
In addition to the numerous programs for our active duty personnel and family members, each USO Center (Mayport, NAS JAX, and JIA) offer:
Free Notary services.
Free Fax services
Free Copier services
Free Internet services
CONTACT INFORMATION
http://www.jaxuso.org/
NAS JAX USO CENTER
NAS Jax, Bldg 1050
P.O. Box 108
Jacksonville, FL 32212-0108
Jean Endsley
jendsley@usojax.com
Volunteers Needed!
904-778-2821 or 778-7928
Open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday
MAYPORT USO CENTER
2560 Mayport Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Ed Champagne
echampagne@usojax.com
Volunteers Needed!
904-246-3481
Open Monday-Friday 9am-9pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday
USO WELCOME CENTER
Jacksonville International Airport
Main Terminal, First Floor
Jacksonville, FL
Open 24/7/365
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Cheryl Vandiver
usoairport@usojax.com
904-305-4467(cell) or 904-741-6655
Calendar
Exciting News for the Viper FRG Website! I have created a calendar for the FRG and embedded it on the website. You can Add the FRG Calendar to your own Google Calendar, if you have one. The FRG Calendar will include FRG Meetings and Events, as well as USO and MWR events. If you would like anything added to the calendar, or need help adding the FRG Calendar to your calendar, please feel free to email me!
More exciting news...we are now on Facebook!
Friend Vipers FRG on Facebook.
Join the HSL-48 VIPERS Group on Facebook.
More exciting news...we are now on Facebook!
Friend Vipers FRG on Facebook.
Join the HSL-48 VIPERS Group on Facebook.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
June and July Meetings
Hello all! I have posted below the details for our meetings scheduled on Tuesday, June 22 and Monday, July 19, from 6-8pm.
Please be advised that the White Elephant Exchange has been postponed until our July Meeting. I mentioned the Exchange at our last meeting, however forgot to include it in my previous post and on the flyer (you should receive the flyer in the mail on Monday if you did not receive it today). For those that are not aware, a White Elephant Exchange is where you wrap up and bring a gift that you already have at your house. Please do NOT buy something new for this! This can be a regifted item or an item that you just no longer use. Postponing the White Elephant Exchange until July will allow everyone more planning time.
June 22 Meeting
Food: American BBQ Theme (hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided, please bring a side dish to share)
Kids' Craft: Fourth of July Theme
Guest Speaker: Military OneSource
July 19 Meeting
Food: To Be Decided (come to our June Meeting prepared with theme ideas!)
Kids' Craft: Cards for Det 3
Guest Speaker: Fleet & Family Support Center (Tentative)
**White Elephant Exchange**
If you have any questions and/or suggestions, please feel free to email me!
Please be advised that the White Elephant Exchange has been postponed until our July Meeting. I mentioned the Exchange at our last meeting, however forgot to include it in my previous post and on the flyer (you should receive the flyer in the mail on Monday if you did not receive it today). For those that are not aware, a White Elephant Exchange is where you wrap up and bring a gift that you already have at your house. Please do NOT buy something new for this! This can be a regifted item or an item that you just no longer use. Postponing the White Elephant Exchange until July will allow everyone more planning time.
June 22 Meeting
Food: American BBQ Theme (hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided, please bring a side dish to share)
Kids' Craft: Fourth of July Theme
Guest Speaker: Military OneSource
July 19 Meeting
Food: To Be Decided (come to our June Meeting prepared with theme ideas!)
Kids' Craft: Cards for Det 3
Guest Speaker: Fleet & Family Support Center (Tentative)
**White Elephant Exchange**
If you have any questions and/or suggestions, please feel free to email me!
Friday, June 11, 2010
Viper Assistance Needed
Hello Vipers! Below is an email sent by the Command Ombudsman, Jenni Bitor.
As some of you may know, Christine Ibarra (wife of Am1 Carlos Ibarra, Det 9 LPO) had to undergo emergency surgery today. The CMC and I would like for as many of us as possible, to prepare some meals for her and her family. Her husband is currently deployed and she has 3 children. I have set up a web site that will allow you to log on and pick a day to donate a meal. I talked to a family friend who is watching her children, who said that she has plenty of refrigerator and freezer space. My goal is to provide dinners for the family for at least 2 weeks while she recovers. We are also accepting cash donations that will be used to provide meals, with the remainder going towards a Commissary Gift Card. Please bring meals into AM1 Bitor, or you can bring them to our house: 948 B Edwards Ave, Jacksonville Florida 32227. We live on base close to the schools back gate. We are going to deliver the meals once daily, or every 2 days (as they come in) . For any and all questions please call me at 904-864-8894.
Thank you so much for all of your help in this matter. Christine and her family are very grateful.
Website: http://www.takethemameal.com/
Login Info: Last Name "Ibarra", Password "1940"
You may use this information to access the site and schedule a day to bring the meal.
PLEASE NOTE: CHRISTINE IS ALLERGIC TO BERRIES, NUTS AND FLOWERS.
Again, thank you for your assistance.
As some of you may know, Christine Ibarra (wife of Am1 Carlos Ibarra, Det 9 LPO) had to undergo emergency surgery today. The CMC and I would like for as many of us as possible, to prepare some meals for her and her family. Her husband is currently deployed and she has 3 children. I have set up a web site that will allow you to log on and pick a day to donate a meal. I talked to a family friend who is watching her children, who said that she has plenty of refrigerator and freezer space. My goal is to provide dinners for the family for at least 2 weeks while she recovers. We are also accepting cash donations that will be used to provide meals, with the remainder going towards a Commissary Gift Card. Please bring meals into AM1 Bitor, or you can bring them to our house: 948 B Edwards Ave, Jacksonville Florida 32227. We live on base close to the schools back gate. We are going to deliver the meals once daily, or every 2 days (as they come in) . For any and all questions please call me at 904-864-8894.
Thank you so much for all of your help in this matter. Christine and her family are very grateful.
Website: http://www.takethemameal.com/
Login Info: Last Name "Ibarra", Password "1940"
You may use this information to access the site and schedule a day to bring the meal.
PLEASE NOTE: CHRISTINE IS ALLERGIC TO BERRIES, NUTS AND FLOWERS.
Again, thank you for your assistance.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
June Meeting
Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 6-8pm
FRG Meeting @ USO
Please join us for an American BBQ Themed Potluck, a 4th of July Themed Craft for the Kids, and a Guest Speaker from Military OneSource. We have rented the USO's grill and have received a donation of hot dogs and hamburgers. Please bring a side to share (don’t forget to bring the recipe for the dish that you bring).
Please note that the Family Night at Chuck E Cheese (originally scheduled for today, June 10) has been Cancelled. I apologize for the last minute notification.
FRG Meeting @ USO
Please join us for an American BBQ Themed Potluck, a 4th of July Themed Craft for the Kids, and a Guest Speaker from Military OneSource. We have rented the USO's grill and have received a donation of hot dogs and hamburgers. Please bring a side to share (don’t forget to bring the recipe for the dish that you bring).
Please note that the Family Night at Chuck E Cheese (originally scheduled for today, June 10) has been Cancelled. I apologize for the last minute notification.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
USO News
Free "Final Four" Concert Tickets
The Jacksonville Symphony has 100 FREE USO tickets for their “Final Four” Concert on Saturday, June 5th at 8 pm. This event will be at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts- Jacoby Symphony Hall. The concert is Classical Madness featuring Mozart, Tchaikovsky, and Rachmaninoff. YOU MUST visit http://www.symphonyguest.com/companies/USO.html for more information and obtain tickets. FIRST ONLINE/FIRST SERVED. USO Centers do NOT have these tickets.
World Golf Hall of Fame Free Military Admission
The World Golf Hall of Fame & The Hope Legacy honors our heroes. They are offering free admission to all active, retired, & reserve military from May 29th to July 4th, 2010. This includes the 18 hole natural grass putting course. You must present your military ID on arrival. For more information please visit: http://www.worldgolfhalloffame.org/
Blue Star Museums
Blue Star Museums is a partnership among Blue Star Families, the National Endowment for the Arts, and more than 700 museums in all 50 states to offer free admission to active duty military personnel and their families from May 31st to September 6th, 2010. If you are active duty military personnel and/or an immediate family member, all you need to do is show your ID card at the museum admissions desk. Immediate family members under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an appropriate ID holder. For more information please visit: http://www.arts.gov/national/bluestarmuseums/index.php
Putt N' Crawl
Jacksonville’s 6th Annual Putt N’ Crawl event is scheduled for Saturday June 12th. Please visit www.puttncrawl.com for more information on the event and where to purchase tickets.
Freedom Fest at Mayport
This years Freedom Fest will be held at Sea Otter Pavilion on 3 July from 4 to 11 pm. There will be fireworks, food and music.
Monday, May 31, 2010
FRG Meeting Schedule
Hello all! Per our by-laws, the FRG Meetings will be held on the 3rd Monday of every month. However, due to scheduling issues, it may become necessary to reschedule a meeting from time to time. I have talked to the USO and booked their location for the dates below. Please take notice that the June, October, and December meetings are NOT on the 3rd Monday of the month.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Monday, July 19, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
Monday, September 20, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Monday, November 22, 2010
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
All meetings are scheduled for 6-8pm on the date listed. If, for any reason, one of these meetings has to be rescheduled or cancelled, I will provide ample notice via website and email. Thank you for your understanding.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Monday, July 19, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
Monday, September 20, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Monday, November 22, 2010
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
All meetings are scheduled for 6-8pm on the date listed. If, for any reason, one of these meetings has to be rescheduled or cancelled, I will provide ample notice via website and email. Thank you for your understanding.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Free Photo Books
The USO and RocketLife, have partnered to deliver a heart-warming opportunity for the men and women of the armed forces and their families. The Personal Photo Book program enables troops serving abroad and their families to create 20-page personal photo books and ship them to any APO/FPO address—for free. These full-color, customized photo books are small enough to fit in a soldier’s cargo pockets yet can hold more than 60 photos of loved ones. RocketLife prints the books for free, and the USO pays for the shipping. To get started, visit http://uso.myphotoproducts.com/.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
USO News
JACKSONVILLE AXEMEN RUGBY LEAGUE 2010 SEASON TICKETS
The Jacksonville Axemen Season begins 29 May and your Greater Jacksonville USO has season tickets available for only $20.00 for five matches and children 12 and under is admitted FREE! Tickets are now on sale at Mayport and NAS JAX USO Centers. All home games are played at Hodges Stadium – UNF, parking is free, the Axe Maiden Cheerleaders perform at every game. Please visit www.jaxaxe.com for more details.
USO NIGHT AT ADVENTURE LANDING
To all our friends of the Greater Jax Area USO - it's time for our famous "Adventure Landing Night." Wednesday, June 16, 2010 from 6 pm to 11 pm. Wristbands are ON SALE NOW at your MAYPORT or NAS JAX USO Centers for $2.50. First come, first served.
NOTE: This night is for Active Duty and immediate family members ONLY, this includes the National Guard. Not for retirees, friends or relatives visiting from out of town. Please understand that the park can only accommodate 2,000 people. “Season Passes” are not valid for this special day.
To sign-up to receive e-mails with weekly updates from USO, please visit the USO Office.
The Jacksonville Axemen Season begins 29 May and your Greater Jacksonville USO has season tickets available for only $20.00 for five matches and children 12 and under is admitted FREE! Tickets are now on sale at Mayport and NAS JAX USO Centers. All home games are played at Hodges Stadium – UNF, parking is free, the Axe Maiden Cheerleaders perform at every game. Please visit www.jaxaxe.com for more details.
USO NIGHT AT ADVENTURE LANDING
To all our friends of the Greater Jax Area USO - it's time for our famous "Adventure Landing Night." Wednesday, June 16, 2010 from 6 pm to 11 pm. Wristbands are ON SALE NOW at your MAYPORT or NAS JAX USO Centers for $2.50. First come, first served.
NOTE: This night is for Active Duty and immediate family members ONLY, this includes the National Guard. Not for retirees, friends or relatives visiting from out of town. Please understand that the park can only accommodate 2,000 people. “Season Passes” are not valid for this special day.
To sign-up to receive e-mails with weekly updates from USO, please visit the USO Office.
MWR News
If you were not at the meeting on Monday, you misses a great Guest Speaker from the MWR! I have posted some of the information given to us below.
Novice Swim Team: Ages 6-16*
Practice starts Monday, May 24 @ the Base Pool
Monday/Wednesday 6-7pm & Friday (starting June 18) 10-11am
*Child must have completed Level 6 swim lessons or be of equivalent swimming ability
Base Swimming Pool is now open weekends!
Saturdays 11am-6pm, Sundays 1-6pm
Admission Fees:
Active Duty – Free; All Others....Ages 16 & older - $2; Ages 3-15 - $1.50; Ages 2 & under - Free
Season Passes:
$60/each or $120/family
Swim Lessons begin Monday, June 14.
Register for Session 1 on Friday, June 11 & Saturday, June 12, 8-10am @ the Base Pool
Download the 2010 Aquatics Brochure at www.cnic.navy.mil/Mayport/Recreation
Free Youth Drama Camp
June 21-July 2 / Mon-Fri 1-4pm
Rising 3rd graders to 8th graders
Space is limited to 30 children!
Sign-ups begin Monday, May 24 at the Youth Center. 904-270-5680
Summer Outdoor Movies
Fridays @ Sunset (approx. 8:30pm)
Sea Otter Pavilion
Bring your lawn chairs and/or blankets and bug spray, just in case! Refreshments will beavailable for purchase.
May 28: Tooth Fairy (PG)
June 4: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (PG)
June 11: The Blind Side (PG-13)
June 18: The Princess and the Frog (G)
June 25: Where the Wild Things Are (PG)
The 2010 Base Golf Championship has been rescheduled for June 12-13, 2010 @Windy Harbor Golf Club
Info? (904) 270-5380
Information was also provided on Vehicle Services, Sports and Fitness, Childcare and Youth, Entertainment, Outdoor Fun, Pets, and Computer Labs. For this information, please visit the MWR Office on base for this handout. You can also receive the weekly MWR Mayport Info Blast by sending an E-Mail to stephanie.edwards2@navy.mil with "Add to Info Blast" in the subject line. Become a Fan of "MWR Naval Station Mayport, Florida" on Facebook.
Novice Swim Team: Ages 6-16*
Practice starts Monday, May 24 @ the Base Pool
Monday/Wednesday 6-7pm & Friday (starting June 18) 10-11am
*Child must have completed Level 6 swim lessons or be of equivalent swimming ability
Base Swimming Pool is now open weekends!
Saturdays 11am-6pm, Sundays 1-6pm
Admission Fees:
Active Duty – Free; All Others....Ages 16 & older - $2; Ages 3-15 - $1.50; Ages 2 & under - Free
Season Passes:
$60/each or $120/family
Swim Lessons begin Monday, June 14.
Register for Session 1 on Friday, June 11 & Saturday, June 12, 8-10am @ the Base Pool
Download the 2010 Aquatics Brochure at www.cnic.navy.mil/Mayport/Recreation
Free Youth Drama Camp
June 21-July 2 / Mon-Fri 1-4pm
Rising 3rd graders to 8th graders
Space is limited to 30 children!
Sign-ups begin Monday, May 24 at the Youth Center. 904-270-5680
Summer Outdoor Movies
Fridays @ Sunset (approx. 8:30pm)
Sea Otter Pavilion
Bring your lawn chairs and/or blankets and bug spray, just in case! Refreshments will beavailable for purchase.
May 28: Tooth Fairy (PG)
June 4: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (PG)
June 11: The Blind Side (PG-13)
June 18: The Princess and the Frog (G)
June 25: Where the Wild Things Are (PG)
The 2010 Base Golf Championship has been rescheduled for June 12-13, 2010 @Windy Harbor Golf Club
Info? (904) 270-5380
Information was also provided on Vehicle Services, Sports and Fitness, Childcare and Youth, Entertainment, Outdoor Fun, Pets, and Computer Labs. For this information, please visit the MWR Office on base for this handout. You can also receive the weekly MWR Mayport Info Blast by sending an E-Mail to stephanie.edwards2@navy.mil with "Add to Info Blast" in the subject line. Become a Fan of "MWR Naval Station Mayport, Florida" on Facebook.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Welcome New Viper
On behalf of the Viper Family, I would like to Congratulate Lorenzo and Shirley Ramirez on the birth of their 2nd son, Aydian. Baby Aydian was born May 17th. Both Mom and Baby are doing well. Congratulations to the Ramirez Family and Welcome to the World (and the Viper Family), Aydian!
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
May 17 Meeting
Thank you all for a GREAT meeting on Monday! We received a lot of helpful information from our guest speaker (Stephanie from MWR) and got a lot accomplished! I will post the meeting minutes once they are available. I will also email the link of the photos once they are uploaded, to everyone that was at the meeting. Thanks again for all of your support!
Monday, May 17, 2010
Meeting Today!
Don't forget our May Meeting is TODAY (May 17) at the USO from 6-8pm. There will be a Father's Day Craft for the kids, a Potluck for all (bring your recipe, we can make copies there), voting for the board members, presentation of the by-laws, and we will be discussing the next meeting and fundraiser. Come join us!
For those of you that have a deployed Sailor, don't forget you can order free boxes from the Post Office (link listed under Helpful Military Related Links Section to the right). I will also have a few boxes with me today if you need one right away.
For those of you that have a deployed Sailor, don't forget you can order free boxes from the Post Office (link listed under Helpful Military Related Links Section to the right). I will also have a few boxes with me today if you need one right away.
Welcome New Viper
On behalf of the Viper Family, I would like to Congratulate Amanda Jacobsen on the birth of her daughter Adalyn. Baby Adalyn was born May 14th. Both Mom and Baby are doing well. Congratulations to the Jacobsen Family and Welcome to the World (and the Viper Family), Adalyn!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Moe's Fundraiser - Thank you!
THANK YOU to everyone that helped with today's Fundraiser at Moe's. Your help with planning, creating and passing out flyers, creating and holding posters, volunteering to work tonight, and showing up to support us is appreciated! I'm not sure how much money was raised, yet, but will let you know once I find out. Thank you again! I hope everyone had a great night! I'm sorry I wasn't there, but had to work. I hope to see you all at our meeting on Monday!
USO News
SESAME STREET / USO EXPERIENCE
The Sesame Street Experience for the military families will be coming to a base near you. You must pick up tickets from the base you're attending the show at. The schedules and ticket information are as follows:
Base: Kings Bay
Date: Saturday June 5
Show times: 2pm and 5pm
Location: Gym
Tickets will be available next week at the CDC, Youth Center and ITT.
Base: NAS Jacksonville
Date: Sunday June 6
Show time: 2pm
Location: Hangar 117
Tickets are available now at the ITT, CDC, Youth Center, and the NAS Jax USO Center
Base: Naval Station Mayport
Date: Thursday June 10
Show times: 5pm and 7:30pm
Location: Gym
The two shows will be on a first come first serve basis no tickets will be passed out. This will be bleacher and floor seating only. Please watch the Mayport Mirror for more information.
DISCOUNT TICKETS FOR COUNTRY THROWDOWN 2010
If you are looking for a great deal on tickets to The Country Throwdown at Metropolitan Park this Sunday May 16th we have it for you. Military discount tickets are available at ticketmaster. Go to ticketmaster.com use password JAXUSO to receive $10.00 tickets. Please note that with the fees the ticket price will be $14.25. Military ID is required and children 10 and under are free. Gates open at Noon. Please visit http://www.countrythrowdown.com/ for more information. We do not have tickets at the Centers for sale, you must purchase online only.
MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL/USO TEAM UP DURING MONTH OF MAY
Moe’s Southwest Grill is teaming up with The Greater Jacksonville Area USO during the month of May (Military Appreciation Month) to raise funds to send “Goodie Boxes” to our local Florida troops currently overseas defending our freedoms. This promotion will conclude on May 31st Memorial Day. Each “Goodie Box” that is sent from the Jacksonville Market will be mailed directly to troops from the Jacksonville area. Moe’s Southwest Grill's goal is to donate as many boxes as number of troops currently deployed from the Jacksonville market. Each package costs $12.50 in postage. Moe’s will match your donation dollar for dollar to support your USO!
What Is A “USO Goodie Box”?
Greater Jacksonville Area USO Goodie Boxes provide a “touch of home” and everyday items Americans take for granted. We fill boxes full of requested items from military units deployed overseas, from every service, including our Florida National Guard. Items include: Phone cards, baby wipes, eye drops, chap stick/lip balm, foot powder, hand sanitizer, drink mixes, wet wipes, tooth brushes/paste, various snacks and books, to name a few. From emails we receive, these boxes are anxiously anticipated and ravaged upon delivery by the troops. As one Marine Lieutenant Colonel aptly stated: USO JAX is a friend from the homeland and your boxes raise my Marines morale and put smiles on their faces.” And these are Marines involved in some of the heaviest and brutal fighting in Afghanistan.
How You Can Help…
Moe’s Southwest Grill and the Greater Jacksonville Area USO offer three easy ways to collect donations for these “Goodie Boxes”.
There will be a website created that will allow people to purchase a care package in their name and pay for the postage online
In store the care packages will be on display for the entire promotion term for people to donate for the entire postage of the box to be shipped to the troops. By doing this people would have the options to write a personal message to the troops as well as leave contact info for the troops to contact them and thank them for their donations.
Seeing that some people might not be able to afford to donate the full $12.50 for the shipping of a entire box, Moe’s Southwest Grill will be offering at the check out line the options to donate to the Greater Jacksonville Area USO on top of their purchase during the month (Minimum of $1). If the customer chooses to do so they then have the opportunity to fill out their name on a paper printed flag with the “Help on the Homefront” USO logo on it and then Moe’s will post the flag to the wall for display during the entire month.
BUILD-A-BEAR WORKING WITH THE USO
Build-A-Bear Workshop Salutes U.S. Troops in Celebration of Military Appreciation Month. Build-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that it is celebrating Military Appreciation Month by supporting Local USO and offering troops and their families a 20% military discount on their purchase (coupons are available at all Three Greater Jacksonville USO Centers). The Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation will invite Guests to donate $1 at checkout registers May 3 through June 7 in any Build-A-Bear Workshop retail location in the United States to support Local USO Centers. For more information please visit http://www.buildabear.com/. There is a store in Jacksonville at The Avenues Mall (10300 Southside Blvd).
The Sesame Street Experience for the military families will be coming to a base near you. You must pick up tickets from the base you're attending the show at. The schedules and ticket information are as follows:
Base: Kings Bay
Date: Saturday June 5
Show times: 2pm and 5pm
Location: Gym
Tickets will be available next week at the CDC, Youth Center and ITT.
Base: NAS Jacksonville
Date: Sunday June 6
Show time: 2pm
Location: Hangar 117
Tickets are available now at the ITT, CDC, Youth Center, and the NAS Jax USO Center
Base: Naval Station Mayport
Date: Thursday June 10
Show times: 5pm and 7:30pm
Location: Gym
The two shows will be on a first come first serve basis no tickets will be passed out. This will be bleacher and floor seating only. Please watch the Mayport Mirror for more information.
DISCOUNT TICKETS FOR COUNTRY THROWDOWN 2010
If you are looking for a great deal on tickets to The Country Throwdown at Metropolitan Park this Sunday May 16th we have it for you. Military discount tickets are available at ticketmaster. Go to ticketmaster.com use password JAXUSO to receive $10.00 tickets. Please note that with the fees the ticket price will be $14.25. Military ID is required and children 10 and under are free. Gates open at Noon. Please visit http://www.countrythrowdown.com/ for more information. We do not have tickets at the Centers for sale, you must purchase online only.
MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL/USO TEAM UP DURING MONTH OF MAY
Moe’s Southwest Grill is teaming up with The Greater Jacksonville Area USO during the month of May (Military Appreciation Month) to raise funds to send “Goodie Boxes” to our local Florida troops currently overseas defending our freedoms. This promotion will conclude on May 31st Memorial Day. Each “Goodie Box” that is sent from the Jacksonville Market will be mailed directly to troops from the Jacksonville area. Moe’s Southwest Grill's goal is to donate as many boxes as number of troops currently deployed from the Jacksonville market. Each package costs $12.50 in postage. Moe’s will match your donation dollar for dollar to support your USO!
What Is A “USO Goodie Box”?
Greater Jacksonville Area USO Goodie Boxes provide a “touch of home” and everyday items Americans take for granted. We fill boxes full of requested items from military units deployed overseas, from every service, including our Florida National Guard. Items include: Phone cards, baby wipes, eye drops, chap stick/lip balm, foot powder, hand sanitizer, drink mixes, wet wipes, tooth brushes/paste, various snacks and books, to name a few. From emails we receive, these boxes are anxiously anticipated and ravaged upon delivery by the troops. As one Marine Lieutenant Colonel aptly stated: USO JAX is a friend from the homeland and your boxes raise my Marines morale and put smiles on their faces.” And these are Marines involved in some of the heaviest and brutal fighting in Afghanistan.
How You Can Help…
Moe’s Southwest Grill and the Greater Jacksonville Area USO offer three easy ways to collect donations for these “Goodie Boxes”.
There will be a website created that will allow people to purchase a care package in their name and pay for the postage online
In store the care packages will be on display for the entire promotion term for people to donate for the entire postage of the box to be shipped to the troops. By doing this people would have the options to write a personal message to the troops as well as leave contact info for the troops to contact them and thank them for their donations.
Seeing that some people might not be able to afford to donate the full $12.50 for the shipping of a entire box, Moe’s Southwest Grill will be offering at the check out line the options to donate to the Greater Jacksonville Area USO on top of their purchase during the month (Minimum of $1). If the customer chooses to do so they then have the opportunity to fill out their name on a paper printed flag with the “Help on the Homefront” USO logo on it and then Moe’s will post the flag to the wall for display during the entire month.
BUILD-A-BEAR WORKING WITH THE USO
Build-A-Bear Workshop Salutes U.S. Troops in Celebration of Military Appreciation Month. Build-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, announced today that it is celebrating Military Appreciation Month by supporting Local USO and offering troops and their families a 20% military discount on their purchase (coupons are available at all Three Greater Jacksonville USO Centers). The Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation will invite Guests to donate $1 at checkout registers May 3 through June 7 in any Build-A-Bear Workshop retail location in the United States to support Local USO Centers. For more information please visit http://www.buildabear.com/. There is a store in Jacksonville at The Avenues Mall (10300 Southside Blvd).
IA Family Fun Event
ATTENTION IA FAMILIES!
MWR is sponsoring a Pool Party for IA Families!
Friday, May 14, 2010 at the NS Mayport Aquatics Center from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
The event includes:
2 hours of swimming, use of the facility and life guards, free pizza, water and soda. Food will be limited to first come, first served.
If it rains, the event will be moved to the Mayport Bowling Center.
To register call: The Fleet and Family Support Center at (904) 270-6600 ext 1701 or ext 1723.
MWR is sponsoring a Pool Party for IA Families!
Friday, May 14, 2010 at the NS Mayport Aquatics Center from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
The event includes:
2 hours of swimming, use of the facility and life guards, free pizza, water and soda. Food will be limited to first come, first served.
If it rains, the event will be moved to the Mayport Bowling Center.
To register call: The Fleet and Family Support Center at (904) 270-6600 ext 1701 or ext 1723.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
New Links Added
I just added a new section on the right side of the website, listing Jacksonville Area Links. Enjoy!
Friday, May 7, 2010
You Are Appreciated
Today is Military Spouse Appreciation Day. I'd like to take a moment and thank you all for everything you do for your Sailor, the Command, and the FRG. You are appreciated. Thank you!
Sunday is Mother's Day. I hope all of the Moms have a great weekend with your kids! It's hard to feel appreciated when your husband isn't home to celebrate you, take some time to celebrate yourself, even if all you have time for is 15 minutes with a cup of coffee.
Happy Military Spouse Appreciation Day to all Military Wives and Happy Mother's Day to all Moms!
Sunday is Mother's Day. I hope all of the Moms have a great weekend with your kids! It's hard to feel appreciated when your husband isn't home to celebrate you, take some time to celebrate yourself, even if all you have time for is 15 minutes with a cup of coffee.
Happy Military Spouse Appreciation Day to all Military Wives and Happy Mother's Day to all Moms!
Atlantis Launch
The Shuttle Atlantis (STS-132), is scheduled to launch from Kennedy Space Center on Friday, May 14th at 2.20 PM. For more information on the launch, please visit the Kennedy Space Center website. For a list of off-site locations to view the launch, please visit the NASA website.
Thank you, Sarah Banta, for the shuttle and website information!
Thank you, Sarah Banta, for the shuttle and website information!
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Welcome New Viper
On behalf of the Viper Family, I would like to Congratulate Anthony and Stephanie Brandon on the birth of their child, baby Kayla. Kayla was born April 30th. Both Mom and Baby are doing well. Congratulations to the Brandon Family and Welcome to the World (and the Viper Family), Kayla!
Thursday, April 29, 2010
May Calendar
Hello all! I have listed below some MWR, USO, and FRG events for May. If anyone has any to add, please email me or post in the Comments section below. Jenni also posted some fun upcoming events. It looks like it's going to be a GREAT month!
Saturday, May 1, 2010 - Mayport Music Fest @ Sea Otter Pavilion.
FREE Concert begins at 6:30pm, admission begins at 5pm. Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Augustana, and Blessed Union of Souls.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010 - Cinco de Mayo
Friday, May 7, 2010 - Luau Dinner and Polynesian Review @ Ocean Breeze Conference Center.
Doors open at 6pm, pre-dinner entertainment begins at 6:30pm with Witch Doctor, Dr. Cardoo followed by dinner from 7-8pm. A Polynesian Review will begin at 8pm. Tickets available at ITT starting April 21 for $10 per person.
Sunday, May 9, 2010 - Mother's Day
Monday, May 10, 2010 - No Dough Dinner @ USO from 5-7pm.
Menu: Wings, salad, chips, dessert.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 - HSL-48 FRG Fundraiser from 5-8pm.
Please join us @ Moe's Southwest Grill (12959 Atlantic Blvd., Ste 103) from 5-8pm for our first FRG Fundraiser! We will need a couple volunteers to work during this event, as well as plenty of volunteers to eat and have fun! With the money raised, we will be providing new parent support and planning some special events. Please come and show your support for the FRG.
Saturday, May 15, 2010 - Military Appreciation Day @ Sea Otter Pavilion from 11am-5pm.
Free food, fun, door prizes, and live music.
Saturday, May 15, 2010 - Base Pool Opens
Saturdays 11-6, Sundays 1-6, open weekends only from 5/15 to 6/14. Season passes go on sale 5/3 for $60/each or $120/family.
Monday, May 17, 2010 - FRG Meeting @ USO from 6-8pm.
Please join us for a Cinco de Mayo Themed Potluck (don't forget to bring the recipe for the dish you create!), a Father's Day Themed Craft for the Kids, Presentation of the FRG By-Laws, and a Guest Speaker from the MWR. Please be aware that we will be voting on our board members at this meeting.
Monday, May 24, 2010 - No Dough Dinner @ USO from 5-7pm.
Menu: Chicken alfredo, broccoli, salad, garlic bread, dessert.
Monday, May 31, 2010 - Memorial Day
Saturday, May 1, 2010 - Mayport Music Fest @ Sea Otter Pavilion.
FREE Concert begins at 6:30pm, admission begins at 5pm. Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Augustana, and Blessed Union of Souls.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010 - Cinco de Mayo
Friday, May 7, 2010 - Luau Dinner and Polynesian Review @ Ocean Breeze Conference Center.
Doors open at 6pm, pre-dinner entertainment begins at 6:30pm with Witch Doctor, Dr. Cardoo followed by dinner from 7-8pm. A Polynesian Review will begin at 8pm. Tickets available at ITT starting April 21 for $10 per person.
Sunday, May 9, 2010 - Mother's Day
Monday, May 10, 2010 - No Dough Dinner @ USO from 5-7pm.
Menu: Wings, salad, chips, dessert.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 - HSL-48 FRG Fundraiser from 5-8pm.
Please join us @ Moe's Southwest Grill (12959 Atlantic Blvd., Ste 103) from 5-8pm for our first FRG Fundraiser! We will need a couple volunteers to work during this event, as well as plenty of volunteers to eat and have fun! With the money raised, we will be providing new parent support and planning some special events. Please come and show your support for the FRG.
Saturday, May 15, 2010 - Military Appreciation Day @ Sea Otter Pavilion from 11am-5pm.
Free food, fun, door prizes, and live music.
Saturday, May 15, 2010 - Base Pool Opens
Saturdays 11-6, Sundays 1-6, open weekends only from 5/15 to 6/14. Season passes go on sale 5/3 for $60/each or $120/family.
Monday, May 17, 2010 - FRG Meeting @ USO from 6-8pm.
Please join us for a Cinco de Mayo Themed Potluck (don't forget to bring the recipe for the dish you create!), a Father's Day Themed Craft for the Kids, Presentation of the FRG By-Laws, and a Guest Speaker from the MWR. Please be aware that we will be voting on our board members at this meeting.
Monday, May 24, 2010 - No Dough Dinner @ USO from 5-7pm.
Menu: Chicken alfredo, broccoli, salad, garlic bread, dessert.
Monday, May 31, 2010 - Memorial Day
New Link Added
New link added for free welcome home signs and banners under the Helpful Links section. Thanks, Renee!
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Upcoming events and information
Hello Viper Families! I have a bunch of great information to share with you! A lot of fun , family friendly events are going on in Jacksonville, a lot of them free! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about any of the events located below. 904-864-8894 or HSL_48ombudsman.Jbitor@yahoo.com. I hope all of you are enjoying the warm weather!
Jenni Bitor, HSL-48 ombudsman
*Free entrance to TPC.
May 3-9. To get tickets go online to www.ticketmaster.com/promo/t0p06r . You must present your valid military I.D. when entering. Parking is free during the practice days, Monday - Wednesday. A parking pass is required Thursday - Sunday. Parking is $20. A private hospitality Venue will be available for military members and families called the Patriot Outpost. It is located on the hill between #16 and #18 fairways.
*Free Military appreciation Day at NS Mayport
On Saturday, May 15th, your USO will host a FREE appreciation day for military members and their families. 11am to 5pm by the sea otter pavilion, next to the pool (opening that day0 and the beach. There will be lots of free food, fun, door prizes and live music.
*2010 Adventure Landing Night
Your USO has rented the Adventure landing park at 1944 Beach Blvd. The park will close early to the public and re-open from 6-11pm exclusively to the military and their families. More information will be released closer to the date.
*Concert Series
The St.Johns town center will be hosting a 10 week after work concert series every Thursday at 5pm. The series starts this Thursday, April 29th. For more information please visit www.aliveafterfives.com
*Baskin Robins 31 cent scoop night
Wednesday, April 28th from 5pm to 10pm. All proceeds go the Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
*World of nations Celebration
April 30- May 2. Metro Park. for more info visit www.MakeASceneDowntown.com
*Isle of 8 flags Shrimp festival
Thursday April 29th - Sunday, May 2nd. Food, fine arts and crafts show, Live entertainment and a family fun zone on sat 9-6 and Sunday 10-5. For more info please visit www.shrimpfestival.com
*Riverside Arts and Farmers Market
A weekly Arts and Crafts market on the river walk, under the canopy of the Fuller warren bridge. Open every Saturday from March to December from 10am to 4pm. visit www.riversideartsmarket.com for more information. Riverside is a wonderful place to spend the afternoon! They have alot of beautiful parks, great small restaurants, 5 points shopping center (a lot of eclectic shops you wont find anywhere else), and just a beautiful over all atmosphere of beautiful older homes and tall mature trees.
Jenni Bitor, HSL-48 ombudsman
*Free entrance to TPC.
May 3-9. To get tickets go online to www.ticketmaster.com/promo/t0p06r . You must present your valid military I.D. when entering. Parking is free during the practice days, Monday - Wednesday. A parking pass is required Thursday - Sunday. Parking is $20. A private hospitality Venue will be available for military members and families called the Patriot Outpost. It is located on the hill between #16 and #18 fairways.
*Free Military appreciation Day at NS Mayport
On Saturday, May 15th, your USO will host a FREE appreciation day for military members and their families. 11am to 5pm by the sea otter pavilion, next to the pool (opening that day0 and the beach. There will be lots of free food, fun, door prizes and live music.
*2010 Adventure Landing Night
Your USO has rented the Adventure landing park at 1944 Beach Blvd. The park will close early to the public and re-open from 6-11pm exclusively to the military and their families. More information will be released closer to the date.
*Concert Series
The St.Johns town center will be hosting a 10 week after work concert series every Thursday at 5pm. The series starts this Thursday, April 29th. For more information please visit www.aliveafterfives.com
*Baskin Robins 31 cent scoop night
Wednesday, April 28th from 5pm to 10pm. All proceeds go the Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
*World of nations Celebration
April 30- May 2. Metro Park. for more info visit www.MakeASceneDowntown.com
*Isle of 8 flags Shrimp festival
Thursday April 29th - Sunday, May 2nd. Food, fine arts and crafts show, Live entertainment and a family fun zone on sat 9-6 and Sunday 10-5. For more info please visit www.shrimpfestival.com
*Riverside Arts and Farmers Market
A weekly Arts and Crafts market on the river walk, under the canopy of the Fuller warren bridge. Open every Saturday from March to December from 10am to 4pm. visit www.riversideartsmarket.com for more information. Riverside is a wonderful place to spend the afternoon! They have alot of beautiful parks, great small restaurants, 5 points shopping center (a lot of eclectic shops you wont find anywhere else), and just a beautiful over all atmosphere of beautiful older homes and tall mature trees.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
No Dough Dinner - April 26
The No Dough Dinner is coming up! Next dinner is Monday, April 26, from 5-7pm at the Mayport USO. Menu is: Pulled Pork sandwiches, coleslaw, baked beans, dessert. Hope you can make it out for some FREE FOOD!
For those that were not at the last meeting, the USO's kid room is currently undergoing renovations until May 2nd. Once it reopens, it will be very nice!
For those that were not at the last meeting, the USO's kid room is currently undergoing renovations until May 2nd. Once it reopens, it will be very nice!
Links Added!
Thank you to Sarah Banta for providing the Military Discounts link and to Jenni Bitor for inspiring me to post a helpful links section to the blog. I have compiled the link that Sarah gave with the ones that I had in my favorites and posted them to the right in a section titled Helpful Links. Please email me or post a comment with any other links you find helpful and I will post them in the Helpful Links section.
Thanks again, everyone, for helping to form this GREAT support group for us all! Please keep coming back as there will be more information posted about our next meeting, fundraisers, and some special events that you won't want to miss!
Thanks again, everyone, for helping to form this GREAT support group for us all! Please keep coming back as there will be more information posted about our next meeting, fundraisers, and some special events that you won't want to miss!
Welcome New Viper
On behalf of the Viper Family, I would like to Congratulate John and Salisha Bariffe on the birth of their second child, baby Justin. Justin was born April 19th. Both Mom and Baby are doing well. Congratulations to the Bariffe Family and Welcome to the World (and the Viper Family), Justin!
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
April 19, 2010 Potluck Meeting
Hello all! We had a Potluck Meeting last night at the USO. For those that were there, thank you so much for coming! For those that couldn't make it, I hope to see you at our next meeting!
We had a great meeting! We shared some great food (a couple recipes to follow), we packed up some leftovers for Brandon and Lauren Newman (who just had a baby last week), we discussed the blog (www.vipersfrg.blogspot.com), discussed the Officer Positions and Functions, discussed our expectations/desires for future meetings and events, and discussed fundraising ideas. We also had a guest speaker from the USO.
Those that were interested in volunteering, thank you so much! I will be sending out a separate email soon with information on an Officer Meeting. At the Officer's Meeting, we will be going over the functions/roles/responsibilities of the positions you are volunteering for, brainstorming/planning future meetings and events, etc. If you did not get a chance to volunteer, but are still interested, please email me for information, we would love to have you at our Officer's Meeting.
If you haven't done so, yet, please become a follower on our blog. We will be posting information on upcoming events for HSL-48, FRG, USO, and NS Mayport, as well as other Jax events of interest.
Our next meeting will be Monday, May 17, 2010 at 6:00pm at the USO. More details coming soon.
We had a great meeting! We shared some great food (a couple recipes to follow), we packed up some leftovers for Brandon and Lauren Newman (who just had a baby last week), we discussed the blog (www.vipersfrg.blogspot.com), discussed the Officer Positions and Functions, discussed our expectations/desires for future meetings and events, and discussed fundraising ideas. We also had a guest speaker from the USO.
Those that were interested in volunteering, thank you so much! I will be sending out a separate email soon with information on an Officer Meeting. At the Officer's Meeting, we will be going over the functions/roles/responsibilities of the positions you are volunteering for, brainstorming/planning future meetings and events, etc. If you did not get a chance to volunteer, but are still interested, please email me for information, we would love to have you at our Officer's Meeting.
If you haven't done so, yet, please become a follower on our blog. We will be posting information on upcoming events for HSL-48, FRG, USO, and NS Mayport, as well as other Jax events of interest.
Our next meeting will be Monday, May 17, 2010 at 6:00pm at the USO. More details coming soon.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Welcome New Viper
On behalf of the Viper Family, I would like to Congratulate Brandon and Lauren Newman on the birth of their 2nd child, baby Kinslee. Kinslee was born yesterday, April 14th. Both Mom and Baby are doing well. Congratulations to the Newman Family and Welcome to the World (and the Viper Family), Kinslee!
Thursday, April 8, 2010
April Potluck Meeting
Hello, Vipers!
Please remember that our next meeting will be at the USO on Monday, April 19, 2010 at 6pm. This meeting will be a Potluck, so please bring a dish to share if you can. Childcare will be provided, so please bring the whole family (or at least bring a container to pack up a meal for whoever stays home). We are hoping to discuss in more detail what we would like to gain from the group, as well as the volunteer positions that are available and need to be filled. If you are interested in volunteering, please email me for a list of positions and their responsibilities.
Please email or call me with any questions and/or suggestions!
Thank you,
Nicole Parkins, FRG President
Please remember that our next meeting will be at the USO on Monday, April 19, 2010 at 6pm. This meeting will be a Potluck, so please bring a dish to share if you can. Childcare will be provided, so please bring the whole family (or at least bring a container to pack up a meal for whoever stays home). We are hoping to discuss in more detail what we would like to gain from the group, as well as the volunteer positions that are available and need to be filled. If you are interested in volunteering, please email me for a list of positions and their responsibilities.
Please email or call me with any questions and/or suggestions!
Thank you,
Nicole Parkins, FRG President
No Dough Dinner
The next USO No Dough Dinner is on Monday, April 12, 2010 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. They will be serving Cube Steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, hot roll, and dessert.
For those that are not aware, the USO does No Dough (FREE) Dinners twice a month, on the Mondays before Payday (always from 5-7pm). There is a full 2010 No Dough Dinner Menu at the USO. I have a copy, so I will be posting the menu for each one as it gets close.
I will not be at this Monday's No Dough Dinner, as I have to work, but will see you all at the FRG Meeting on April 19 (info in separate blog post).
For those that are not aware, the USO does No Dough (FREE) Dinners twice a month, on the Mondays before Payday (always from 5-7pm). There is a full 2010 No Dough Dinner Menu at the USO. I have a copy, so I will be posting the menu for each one as it gets close.
I will not be at this Monday's No Dough Dinner, as I have to work, but will see you all at the FRG Meeting on April 19 (info in separate blog post).
Monday, March 29, 2010
March 28, 2010 Meet n Greet
On March 28th, the HSL-48 FRG met for our very first Meet n Greet. Thank you to all that came to show your support and a BIG thank you to all of those that helped!
We discussed the basics of what we are hoping to get out of the group (monthly meetings, holiday parties, welcoming new members, food/support for new parents and those with a sick family member, care packages with crafts made by the FRG children, halfway parties, girls' nights out, homecoming signs and parties, etc). We will also have guest speakers, such as Fleet & Family Support Center, USO, Military Onesource, MWR. We will be doing fundraisers to fund all of these events. We welcome any and all suggestions for any of the above. We also briefly discussed the need for FRG Officers (such as Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, Program Coordinator). As the group grows, the addition of volunteer committees may become necessary. I've asked those interested in volunteering to email me for more information (you may post a comment if you do not have my email address and I will email you, all comments are moderated so will not be shown publicly until approved). During the meeting, the kids made a card and poster to send to those deployed. Thank you to the kids, they did a great job!
Our next meeting will be at the USO on Monday, April 19, 2010 at 6pm. This meeting will be a Potluck, so please bring a dish to share if you can. Childcare will be provided, so please bring the whole family (or at least bring a container to pack up a meal for whoever stays home). We are hoping to discuss in more detail what we would like to gain from the group, as well as the volunteer positions that are available and need to be filled.
Please email or call me with any questions and/or suggestions!
Thank you,
Nicole Parkins, FRG President
We discussed the basics of what we are hoping to get out of the group (monthly meetings, holiday parties, welcoming new members, food/support for new parents and those with a sick family member, care packages with crafts made by the FRG children, halfway parties, girls' nights out, homecoming signs and parties, etc). We will also have guest speakers, such as Fleet & Family Support Center, USO, Military Onesource, MWR. We will be doing fundraisers to fund all of these events. We welcome any and all suggestions for any of the above. We also briefly discussed the need for FRG Officers (such as Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, Program Coordinator). As the group grows, the addition of volunteer committees may become necessary. I've asked those interested in volunteering to email me for more information (you may post a comment if you do not have my email address and I will email you, all comments are moderated so will not be shown publicly until approved). During the meeting, the kids made a card and poster to send to those deployed. Thank you to the kids, they did a great job!
Our next meeting will be at the USO on Monday, April 19, 2010 at 6pm. This meeting will be a Potluck, so please bring a dish to share if you can. Childcare will be provided, so please bring the whole family (or at least bring a container to pack up a meal for whoever stays home). We are hoping to discuss in more detail what we would like to gain from the group, as well as the volunteer positions that are available and need to be filled.
Please email or call me with any questions and/or suggestions!
Thank you,
Nicole Parkins, FRG President
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