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NEW FLAG STANDS FOR NAVAL STATION MAYPORT:   Last year, the Mayport Naval Station loaned us their 50 state flags and bases, plus flags and bases for the US Flag, Service flags, POW flag, etc. In setting up the flags, our team noticed that the bases were in very bad repair and leaked sand all over the floors. These flags are used by the Mayport Naval Station for numerous Navy and Navy associated ceremonies and events, such as retirement ceremonies, changes of command, our Battle of Midway Dinner, etc., and the flags and their base should contribute to an appropriate, neat and smart environment for such occasions - they don't do that now. In this restricted financial climate, it may be very hard for the Naval Station to afford to replace the 60 flag bases needed for the full set. George Huchting has undertaken to replace these flag bases through independent donations - the bases will be presented to the Mayport Naval Station on behalf of the Mayport Council of the Navy League. If you are interested in supporting this effort, please contact George with your donation.

Please make your check payable to "Mayport Navy League" and note on the check that it is for the "New Flag Bases for Mayport."
Mail you check to:   George Huchting  P.O. Box 372 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32004-0372 
George can be contacted at 904-280-9807 or by e-mail at geohuch@aol.com if you have any questions. Thank you for your support of our Sea Services!

 

 

JAN 19:  NAVY LEAGUE DINNER:  THERE ARE A FEW SPOTS OPEN.   Our January dinner will be a change of venue as it will be held at the THE PLANTATION INN AT PONTE VEDRA starting at 1800 (cocktail) and 1900 (dinner.)   We will be introducing and swearing in the 2012 Board of Directors.  The meal is a buffet style meal. Last year, we received a lot of positive feedback regarding the venue so we expect a capacity crowd (120) and may have to turn away non-RSVP individuals if space is going to be an issue so please make a timely reservation if you plan on attending.   Thus far we already have about 50 RSVP’s so space is filling up fast.  See the Fleet Sheet for additional information or contact Bob Price @ bpricex4@comcast.net

 

FEB 8:  NAVY LEAGUE MIXER:  The Feb mixer will be held at Culhane’s Irish Pub in Atlantic Beach.  This is a great opportunity to meet and greet other Navy League members and discuss ideas and events in an informal setting.  The food is superb, the beverages outstanding but the camaraderie is second to none.  Please join us from 1730-1900.  I promise, you will have a great time.

 

 

FEB 16:  NAVY LEAGUE DINNER:  Our February dinner will be another interesting subject.  Our guest speaker will be LT Candy Anderson, who is the spouse of Mayports’ CMC Anderson who is currently on IA duty overseas.  LT Anderson is a Navy Nurse who spent considerable time as a Combat Trauma nurse and will discuss life saving procedures that have been incorporated during the extended conflicts.  See the Fleet Sheet for additional information or contact Bob Price @ bpricex4@comcast.net

 

MAR 15:  NAVY LEAGUE DINNER:  Our March dinner will also be a first and a very special event.  Since we use March to honor and pay tribute to the US Coast Guard, we will be celebrating jointly in association with the Jacksonville Propeller Club.  We have also invited Admiral Papp, the Commandant of the Coast Guard.  The date right now may be fluid in that we have to work around the Admiral’s schedule but right now, we are planning on a very large turnout at the Ocean Breeze Conference Center.  See the Fleet Sheet for additional information or contact Bob Price @ bpricex4@comcast.net

 

MAR 31:  CAPTAIN DAVES TEAM ALS WALK:  For the 3rd consecutive year, we will participate in the annual Jacksonville ALS walk as part of CAPTAIN Dave’s team.  As you know, Dave Van Saun suffers from ALS and we participate to show awareness and raise funds to help find a cure for this dreadful disease.  This year’s events will start at 1000 (0830 check in) at the Seven Bridges Grille in Tinseltown.  The walk is only 1.5 miles and is a great time to get outside for a little exercise and for a great cause.  Debbie Herrera will be the Captain of this team.  She will start organizing team membership and donations in the coming days.  More information will be promulgated in the Fleet Sheet but please consider participating in this event.

 

NEW FLAG STANDS FOR NAVAL STATION MAYPORT:   Last year, the Mayport Naval Station loaned us their 50 state flags and bases, plus flags and bases for the US Flag, Service flags, POW flag, etc. In setting up the flags, our team noticed that the bases were in very bad repair and leaked sand all over the floors. These flags are used by the Mayport Naval Station for numerous Navy and Navy associated ceremonies and events, such as retirement ceremonies, changes of command, our Battle of Midway Dinner, etc., and the flags and their base should contribute to an appropriate, neat and smart environment for such occasions - they don't do that now. In this restricted financial climate, it may be very hard for the Naval Station to afford to replace the 60 flag bases needed for the full set. George Huchting has undertaken to replace these flag bases through independent donations - the bases will be presented to the Mayport Naval Station on behalf of the Mayport Council of the Navy League. If you are interested in supporting this effort, please contact George with your donation.

Please make your check payable to "Mayport Navy League" and note on the check that it is for the "New Flag Bases for Mayport."
Mail you check to:   George Huchting  P.O. Box 372 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32004-0372 
George can be contacted at 904-280-9807 or by e-mail at geohuch@aol.com if you have any questions. Thank you for your support of our Sea Services!

JAN 19:  NAVY LEAGUE DINNER:  THERE ARE A FEW SPOTS OPEN.   Our January dinner will be a change of venue as it will be held at the THE PLANTATION INN AT PONTE VEDRA starting at 1800 (cocktail) and 1900 (dinner.)   We will be introducing and swearing in the 2012 Board of Directors.  The meal is a buffet style meal. Last year, we received a lot of positive feedback regarding the venue so we expect a capacity crowd (120) and may have to turn away non-RSVP individuals if space is going to be an issue so please make a timely reservation if you plan on attending.   Thus far we already have about 50 RSVP’s so space is filling up fast.  See the Fleet Sheet for additional information or contact Bob Price @ bpricex4@comcast.net 

FEB 8:  NAVY LEAGUE MIXER:  The Feb mixer will be held at Culhane’s Irish Pub in Atlantic Beach.  This is a great opportunity to meet and greet other Navy League members and discuss ideas and events in an informal setting.  The food is superb, the beverages outstanding but the camaraderie is second to none.  Please join us from 1730-1900.  I promise, you will have a great time.

FEB 16:  NAVY LEAGUE DINNER:  Our February dinner will be another interesting subject.  Our guest speaker will be LT Candy Anderson, who is the spouse of Mayports’ CMC Anderson who is currently on IA duty overseas.  LT Anderson is a Navy Nurse who spent considerable time as a Combat Trauma nurse and will discuss life saving procedures that have been incorporated during the extended conflicts.  See the Fleet Sheet for additional information or contact Bob Price @ bpricex4@comcast.net 

MAR 15:  NAVY LEAGUE DINNER:  Our March dinner will also be a first and a very special event.  Since we use March to honor and pay tribute to the US Coast Guard, we will be celebrating jointly in association with the Jacksonville Propeller Club.  We have also invited Admiral Papp, the Commandant of the Coast Guard.  The date right now may be fluid in that we have to work around the Admiral’s schedule but right now, we are planning on a very large turnout at the Ocean Breeze Conference Center.  See the Fleet Sheet for additional information or contact Bob Price @ bpricex4@comcast.net     

MAR 31:  CAPTAIN DAVES TEAM ALS WALK:  For the 3rd consecutive year, we will participate in the annual Jacksonville ALS walk as part of CAPTAIN Dave’s team.  As you know, Dave Van Saun suffers from ALS and we participate to show awareness and raise funds to help find a cure for this dreadful disease.  This year’s events will start at 1000 (0830 check in) at the Seven Bridges Grille in Tinseltown.  The walk is only 1.5 miles and is a great time to get outside for a little exercise and for a great cause.  Debbie Herrera will be the Captain of this team.  She will start organizing team membership and donations in the coming days.  More information will be promulgated in the Fleet Sheet but please consider participating in this event. 

JUNE 9, 2012:  BATTLE MIDWAY DINNER I just wanted to put this as a placeholder for next year’s event.  Because of the outstanding response from the 2011 dinner, I anticipate tickets to be limited and there will most likely be a quota.  Tickets and rooms will be released at the end of January.  There is a special room rate of $69 which includes a buffet breakfast for 2 ($30 value). More information to follow in the Fleet Sheet. 

JUN 20-24::  NAVY LEAGUE NATIONAL CONVENTION:   The 2012 National Convention will be held in Honolulu, HI.  These meetings are a great opportunity to learn about the strategic missions that the Navy League encompasses and to enjoy the opportunity to meet numerous people from other councils.  For those considering attending, I refer you to the National website for more information and early bird specials.