PARTNERSHIPS SUPPORT CAREERS, ENHANCE LOCAL EMPLOYERS

Joint Forces Training Base, Los Alamitos, Calif. — The U.S. Army Reserve and the National Guard will sign Employer Partnership Agreements with dozens of California employers represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Joint Council 42 and the Helmets to Hardhats organization on Friday, December 11th to help facilitate access to employment opportunities for California Soldiers and Veterans. Employer Partnerships build on the talent, skills and real-world experience Citizen Soldiers bring to the civilian workforce; traits which in a challenging economy give a competitive edge to today’s employers. Employer Partnerships are a vision of Lt. Gen. Jack Stultz, Chief of the Army Reserve and Commanding General of the 205,000 Warrior Citizens who serve in America’s Army Reserve. Since its inception, more than 800 employers across the Nation (nearly 60 based in California) have signed Employer Partnerships with the Reserve Components of the U.S. Army. continue reading

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GUIDED MISSILE DESTROYER TO BE COMMISSIONED MARCH 6, 2010

The USS Dewey (DDG 105), a new Arleigh Burke class guided missile destroyer, will be Commissioned by the Navy in Seal Beach, Saturday 6 March.

First time a US naval vessel has been commissioned at the Naval Weapons Station and in Orange County.

The commissioning committee is looking for sponsors, contributions and donations for the ship and the event.

Please see: http://deweycommissioning.org/default.aspx

The Navy site is http://www.dewey.navy.mil/default.aspx

Public invited but RSVPs required.Please see site for reservations……..

Maria-Isabel Soto

President, Long Beach Navy League Council

Chief of Staff, USS Dewey Commissioning Committee

C: 310-738-0610

W: 310-334-1413

H: 310-326-7434

www.longbeachnavyleague.org

deweycommissioning@yahoo.com

Submitted By: LTC Tom Lasser, USA (RET)

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RE-LIVE HISTORY ON A WWII B-25 FLIGHT AT WWRE

“Executive Sweet” to participate at Wing Wheels & Rotors 2009…….

“Executive Sweet”, a World War Two B25 Mitchell medium bomber, will be at Wings Wheels Rotors & Expo at Los Alamitos Army Airfield on Sunday, 25 October . Flights around the local area will be offered.

The B25 was manufactured for the Army Air Corps by North American Aviation. Executive Sweet, tail number 44-30801,was built in Kansas,City, KS as a B-25J in 1944 and was used mostly for training Army bomber crews.

Among her long flying history, she was used in the move, “Catch 22″. She has twin Wright Double Cyclone engines rated at 1700 hp each. Maximum speed is 275 mph and cruises at 230 mph. This aircraft has a wing span of 68 feet and weighs 21,000 lbs empty and up to 35k lbs at full gross weight. continue reading

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A SWINGIN’ RED WHITE AND BLUE REVUE

This is an amazing opportunity to see the premier of this original show. I was privileged to see a rehearsal a couple weeks ago and it is fabulous - gave me Goosebumps. I will be working behind the scenes during the show and would love to have you come see it. Even if you are not U.S. Military Veterans or enlisted and can get in free, the show is totally worth the price of $15!

This is a great historical show as well and would be great for kids to see. Hope to see you there!

Veterans & those currently enlisted in the military - $$FREE$$ - admittance!

Come, let us honor you. A Swingin’ Red, White and Blue Revue is a patriotic tribute show set to the background of the World War II era. continue reading

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THE MOAA AREA VIII JOINT LUNCHEON IS SET FOR SATURDAY, 9/26/09

Every year, we team up with the other five MOAA chapters in San Diego County and present a joint luncheon at the MCAS Miramar Officers Club.

These luncheons are always great events, with very interesting speakers. This year should be no exception, as the guest speaker is Jack Ensch, the Military Liaison Officer for the San Diego Padres. Jack spent time in the Hanoi Hilton as a POW and he’s a dynamic speaker.

The attached flyer has the details of the luncheon and a reservation form you can use to sign up for the luncheon.

Bob Butcher, President, Silver Strand Chapter MOAA continue reading

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BENEFITS NAVAL INTELLIGENCE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Folks, here is an opportunity to play golf and support our active duty force at the same time. Can’t beat that.

Our newest chapter member CDR Steve Boraz (Program Manager SPARWAR), has extended an invitation to join in this worthy cause and have some fun. Please see below for details.

Ok you golfers, let’s go for it. You can contact Steve at email; sboraz@san.rr.com.

Bud Lichtenstern

Third Annual Golf Classic Friday, 25 September 2009 Admiral Baker Golf Course continue reading

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CAMPUS CRUSADE MILITARY MINISTRIES SUPPORTS TROOPS

There will be a Heal our Heroes Conference that is being sponsored by Campus Crusade Military Ministries and will be held on September 11 and 12 in Costa Mesa. If I have sent this to you previously, then please let this serve as a reminder. All attendees are welcome, and no reservations are required. The Saturday conference is especially important, with its training and the resources that will be made available.

If you can come or send a representative, please try to do so. This conference is being sponsored for the benefit of our troops. Please do whatever you can to get the word out to whoever you can. With the current shortage of military Chaplains, especially in the National Guard, I believe that much of the responsibility for spiritual assistance to our returning veterans may fall upon our local churches. The outreach to our heroes is extremely important, and this conference can serve to give us a decent start. So, please do your best to get the word out.

For full information, contact Rev Sterry.

THE REV. STEVEN C. STERRY, B.S., M.B.A.

Deacon Assistant - Blessed Sacrament Episcopal Church

Coordinator Chaplain Services: Veteran Services Center

Joint Forces Training Base, Los Alamitos, CA

10149 Grayling AV

Whittier, CA 90603-2608

Home Phone (562) 947-2258

Cell Phone (323) 482-6582

Read my blog at http://stevesterry.blogspot.com/

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EVENT SET FOR WESTLAKE VILLAGE IN EARLY SEPTEMBER

The Dignity Memorial Vietnam Wall will take place Sept. 4th - 7th, 2009 @ Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park, 5600 Lindero Canyon Rd, Westlake Village, Ca. 91362.

The Vietnam wall is dedicated to ALL Vietnam Veterans and Honoring All U.S. Veterans.

The Dignity Memorial Vietnam Wall is 240 feet long, eight feet high and contains the Names of more than 58,000 Americans who Died or are missing in Vietnam.

We are seeking Volunteers in all areas to help us honor Their Sacrifice by Volunteering or joining a committee and helping plan for this great event!

We are in need of Purple Heart Recipients for a brief ceremony on Wednesday Sept. 2nd, 2009 @ 2:00 P.M..

We are also in need of Representatives from the U.S. Navy & Coast Guard for the Wreath Placement Ceremony on Friday Sept. 4th,2009 (rehearsal will be @ 0830).

Any assistance you can give us will be greatly appreciated.

Daniel smith III

José G. Ramos, Chairman/Founder http://www.whvvd.org, 562.696.3965

Submitted By: LTC Tom Lasser, USA (RET)

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