Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, Mississippi November 8, 2012Vol. 52 No. 25

www.cnic.navy.mil/gulfport

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. - Constructionman Collyn Schagenhauff, from Omaha,Neb., assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 11, connects a steelcable, from a medium tactical vehicle replacement (MTVR), to a speedboat thatwas flipped on its side during Hurricane Sandy relief efforts in Seaside Heights.NMCB-11 is operating under the U.S. Northern Command Defense Support of CivilAuthorities mission, working closely with civil authorities and the Federal Emer-gency Management Agency following the destruction caused by Hurricane Sandy.Seabees of NMCB 11, NMCB 5, Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit (CBMU)202 and Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 1 are currently helping with Hur-ricane Sandy relief efforts in New York and New Jersey. (U.S. Navy photo by MassCommunication Specialist 1st Class Martin Cuaron/Released)

NMCB 133 Seabee ison the road to recovery

Read more about the Seabee’s hurricane response - page 5

Hurricane Sandy Relief

Equipment Operator 3rd Class Sean Neilson, assigned toNaval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 133 is pre-sented the Purple Heart medal by Rear Adm. Mark Han-dley, commander First Naval Construction Division(1NCD)/commander, Naval Construction Forces (NCF)Oct. 30. Neilson is recovering at Portsmouth NavalMedical Center from injuries received while deployed toAfghanistan. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

Happy 237th Birthday U.S. Marine Corps!Cake Cutting Ceremony, Nov. 9, 11:30 a.m.Colmer Dining Facility - All are welcome!

Demolition of the lasthouse in the former LaddCircle housing area onboard NCBC began Nov. 2.The former housing areais slated to be turned overto the base in Decemberand is tentatively sched-uled to become a park.Ladd Circle was construc-tioned in 1974. (U.S. Navyphoto by Rob Mims/Released)

“Our men and women in uniform have taught us about strength,duty, devotion, resolve -- cornerstones of a commitment to protectand defend that has kept our country safe for over 200 years. In warand in peace, their service has been selfless and their accomplish-ments have been extraordinary,” President Barack Obama said in hisproclamation issued today declaring Nov. 11 as Veterans Day.The proclamation reads:“Whether they fought in Salerno or Samarra, Heartbreak Ridge or

Helmand, Khe Sanh or the Korengal, our veterans are part of an un-broken chain of men and women who have served our country withhonor and distinction. On Veterans Day, we show them our deepestthanks. Their sacrifices have helped secure more than two centuriesof American progress, and their legacy affirms that no matter whatconfronts us or what trials we face, there is no challenge we cannotovercome, and our best days are still ahead.“This year, we marked the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812.

We began to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.We welcomed our veterans back home from Iraq, and we continuedto wind down operations in Afghanistan. These milestones remind usthat, though much has changed since Americans first took up arms toadvance freedom's cause, the spirit that moved our forebears is thesame spirit that has defined each generation of our service members.Our men and women in uniform have taught us about strength, duty,devotion, resolve -- cornerstones of a commitment to protect and de-fend that has kept our country safe for over 200 years. In war and inpeace, their service has been selfless and their accomplishmentshave been extraordinary.“Even after our veterans take off the uniform, they never stop serv-

ing. Many apply the skills and experience they developed on the bat-tlefield to a life of service here at home. They take on roles in theircommunities as doctors and police officers, engineers and entrepre-neurs, mothers and fathers. As a grateful Nation, it is our task tomake that transition possible -- to ensure our returning heroes canshare in the opportunities they have given so much to defend. Thefreedoms we cherish endure because of their service and sacrifice,and our country must strive to honor our veterans by fulfilling our re-sponsibilities to them and upholding the sacred trust we share withall who have served.“On days like this, we are called to reflect on immeasurable burdens

that have been borne by so few. We pay tribute to our wounded, ourmissing, our fallen, and their families -- men and women who haveknown the true costs of conflict and deserve our deepest respect,now and forever. We also remember that our commitments to thosewho have served are commitments we must honor not only on Veter-ans Day, but every day. As we do so, let us reaffirm our promise thatwhen our troops finish their tours of duty, they come home to anAmerica that gives them the benefits they have earned, the care theydeserve, and the fullest opportunity to keep their families strong andour country moving forward.“With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service

members have made to the cause of peace and freedom around theworld, the Congress has provided that November 11 of each yearshall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor our Nation's vet-erans.“NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United

States of America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2012, as Veter-ans Day. I encourage all Americans to recognize the valor and sacri-fice of our veterans through appropriate public ceremonies andprivate prayers. I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to dis-play the flag of the United States and to participate in patriotic activi-ties in their communities. I call on all Americans, including civic andfraternal organizations, places of worship, schools, and communitiesto support this day with commemorative expressions and programs.”

Presidental proclamation‘Veterans Day, 2012’

Over the past few years, I’venoted an increasing number ofinstances in which strangers,upon seeing me in public inuniform, approach me to thankme for my service. I’m alwayspleasantly surprised that theymake the effort to say some-thing and I typically respondby thanking them for theirsupport. If circumstances per-mit, I like to ask them if theyserved in the military them-selves and, if so, where andwhen they served. In mostcases, I learn that the personis indeed a veteran. Thus, theirgratitude is based on an un-derstanding of what it meansto wear “the cloth of the na-tion.” Sometimes I learn thatthey were a Vietnam vet, anddidn’t get any positive recogni-tion or gratitude for their serv-ice. They know from hardexperience how much it meansto get a simple, heartfelt“thank you.” It’s a positivetrend that so many are willingto take the time to expressjust that. There is no doubt that mili-

tary service can be challenging– not just for the military serv-ice member, but for their fam-ily as well. The risks inherentin military operations, timeaway from home on deploy-ments, rigorous training sched-

ules – it all adds up to a diffi-cult undertaking. Fortunately,there are rewards that go be-yond the pay and benefits: ca-maraderie, adventure, and asense of shared purpose. Ibelieve that we are blessed asa nation that we have so manyindividuals who, after consider-ing the risks and rewards, will-ingly step up to serve ourcountry. While they join up fordifferent reasons, once theybegin their service, they be-come part of something biggerthan themselves – and that iswhat service is all about. So, this Veteran’s Day, please

take a moment to thank theveterans that you know. Theymay lower their eyes and justsay they were just doing theirjob, but we all know it is somuch more. Have a great Vet-eran’s Day and thank you forYOUR service!

NCBC/20SRGCommanding Officer

Capt. Rick BurgessPublic Affairs Officer

Rob MimsEditor

Bonnie L. McGerrMass Communication Specialist

MCC (SCW/SW/AW) Ryan G. Wilber

Special ContributorsCM3 (SCW) Katchen Tofil

CECN Lucinda Moise

22 NCR CommanderCapt. Darius Banaji

Public Affairs OfficerVacant

25 NCR CommanderCapt. Darius Banaji

Public Affairs OfficerMCC (SW/AW) Scott Boyle

NMCB ONECommanding Officer Cmdr. Chad M. BrooksPublic Affairs Officer

Lt. Brian GatesMass Comm. Specialist

MC1 (AW/NAC) Aron Taylor

NMCB ELEVENCommanding OfficerCmdr. Maria Aguayo

Public Affairs OfficerLt.j.g. Brian Myers

Mass Comm. SpecialistMC1(AW) Jonathan Carmichael

NMCB SEVENTY FOURCommanding Officer Cmdr. David McAlisterPublic Affairs Officer

Lt.j.g. John Parizek Mass Comm. Specialist

MC2 Ryan Williams

NMCB ONE THIRTY THREECommanding Officer

Cmdr. Nicolas D. YamodisPublic Affairs Officer

MC1(SW/AW) Steven Myers

NCTC GulfportCommanding OfficerCmdr. Scott AndersonPublic Affairs Officer

Lt. J. Johnson

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Thank you for your serviceBy Capt. Rick BurgessCO NCBC/Cmdr/ 20th SRG

Capt. Rick Burgess

Skipper’sLog

Colmer Dining Facility Menu Review Board

The Menu Review Board will meet Nov. 13, at 9 a.m.

inside the Colmer Dining Facility, building 367. All

departments are asked to send a representative.

Vendors will be at the meeting with new food items

for sampling.

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

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Students attending the Naval Construction Training Center C1 AdvancedEquipment Operator Course practice with the Caterpillar scraper onboard NCBC, Nov. 2. Advanced level courses such as this are given toSeabees at locations in Gulfport and Port Hueneme, Calif., as they pro-gresses in rank and proficiency in their chosen specialty. (U.S. Navy photoby Rob Mims/Released)

Buzzon theStreet

“To follow in the familyfootsteps. My grandfatheris a retired CMC and mydad is a retired CM1.”

CECN Kelly Barrow

20th SRG

Hometown: Cleveland, Tenn.

“To support my family.”CECN Achilles Ison

NMCB 11

Hometown: Sabina, Ohio.

“I wanted to go to collegeso I joined for money topay for it.”

Why did you join the

Navy?

UTCN Bontrion Toliver

NCBC

Hometown: Dallas, Texas

By CECN Lucinda MoiseNCBC Public Affairs

NCBC Security Department personnel receive nonlethal weaponstraining during a three day course taught by Master at Arms 1stClass' Jesse Houch and Jeff Watson on board NCBC, Nov. 2. train-ing topics include force continuum, riot control formations andtechniques, expandable baton techniques, crowd dynamics andcrowd control and communication skills. (US Navy photos by RobMims/Released)

Around

Civilian and military personal attached to NCBC pass out candy tothe children enrolled in the Child Development Center (CDC) dur-ing the annual Halloween Character Parade on board NCBC, Oct.31. Trick or Treat hours on base will be tonight from 5 - 8 p.m. (U.S.Navy photo by MWR/Released)

the Center

For the second consecutive year,Commander, Navy Region Southeastselected Naval Air Station (NAS)Jacksonville as the 2012 InstallationExcellence Award nominee for theCommander, Naval Installation Com-mand's (CNIC) Installation Excel-lence Award Oct. 31. The station was also the recipient

of the CNIC Installation ExcellenceAward and the 2012 Presidential In-stallation Excellence Award. It willnow go on to compete with 76 otherinstallations for the CNIC InstallationExcellence Award. "I am very pleased to announce

that NAS Jacksonville and NavalSupport Activity (NSA) Panama Cityhave been selected as our nomineesfor large and small installations, re-spectively for the FY-12 CNIC Instal-lation Excellence Award," saidCommander, Navy Region SoutheastRear Adm. John C. Scorby Jr."Our cross-functional panel of ex-

perts considered excellent packagesfrom all of our installations. NASJacksonville and NSA Panama Citysubmitted the best packages in theirrespective categories, demonstratinghow they exceeded the criteria setforth by the Office of the Under Sec-retary of Defense to support thefleet, fighter and family." NAS Jacksonville sustained excel-

lence in a wide range of operationaland warfighter readiness supportfunctions, better mission perform-ance and superb quality of life formilitary men and women and theirfamilies. Community outreach pro-grams set it apart from 17 otherSoutheast installations. The nomina-tion exemplified the total commit-ment to excellence by its militaryand civilian personnel and sets theair installation as one of the con-tenders for the CNIC award. In a message to base personnel,

NAS Jax Commanding Officer Capt.Bob Sanders said, "Congratulations.You have been named the best largeinstallation in the Southeast region.You truly are the best at what you

In honor of November beingproclaimed “Month of the Mili-tary Family,” the Navy Ex-change (NEX), Morale Welfareand Recreation (MWR) andUnited Service Organization(USO) are collaborating to cel-ebrate military families, with aspecial event at the TrainingHall on board Naval Construc-tion Battalion Center, Nov. 15. This is the first time the NEX,

MWR and USO will host the

Month of the Military Familycelebration together. The threeorganizations have arranged avariety of events including, aBudweiser Clydesdale Parade,drawing for giveaways and aviewing of the family-friendlymovie, “Ice Age - ContinentalDrift.” There will also be freefood and beverages, bouncehouses, and special appear-ances by the Mississippi SurgeMascot “Shock,” and McGruffthe Crime Dog.

According to MWR Marketing

and Publicity CoordinatorMaranda Johns, the purpose ofthe festival is to recognizemilitary families for all they do. “We wanted to do something

special for the Month of theMilitary Family to show our ap-preciation, because being apart of a military family has itsdifficulties,” said Johns. NEX General Manager Julie

Herring said that a lot ofthought and work went intothe organization if this event.Even its location was carefully

selected. “We choose to have it at the

Training Hall, because that’sthe perfect place to draw peo-ple’s attention. We hope it willcatch the eye of everypasserby and they will comeover and join in the fun.”The NEX, MWR and USO are

all hoping for a great turn out.All military and their familiesare welcome.For more information on the

celebration, contact MWR at228-871-4010.

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NEX, MWR, USO team up to hostMonth of Military Family celebrationBy CECN Lucinda L. MoiseNCBC Public Affairs

Gulfport Commissary November holiday scheduleNCBC Commissary will be open normal operating hours Nov. 11 (Veterans Day), and open Monday,Nov. 19 (Thanksgiving week), 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 22 - 23. Commis-sary operating hours are Sunday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday: Closed, Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.,Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Thursday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. -6 p.m. Call 228-871-2039 for more information.

NAS JAX 2012CNIC Installation ExcellenceAward nomineeFrom Naval Air StationJacksonville Public Affairs

See INSTALLATION page 12

More than 60 Seabees from NavalMobile Construction Battalion(NMCB) 11, departed Gulfport Oct.30 to conduct Defense Support ofCivil Authorities operations on theeastern coast due to the effects ofhurricane Sandy.After staging more than 80 pieces

of Civil Engineer Support Equipment

including backhoes, bulldozers,dump trucks, forklifts, the Seabeeswith NMCB 11’s Air Detachment de-ployed to provide humanitarian as-sistance. It is not yet known how long the

Air Detachment will be deployed.This tasking comes just over onemonth after NMCB 11 returned froma 7-month deployment toAfghanistan.

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Seabees step up in Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts

With a Pacific Command(PACOM) deployment aroundthe corner, “The Professionals”from Naval Mobile ConstructionBattalion (NMCB) 5 in PortHueneme, Calif., were taskedto aid in the relief and the re-covery efforts on the EastCoast following the devasta-tion caused by HurricaneSandy. Battalion readiness proved to

be efficient as NMCB 5 pro-vided 110 personnel to deployto New York and New Jersey ina prompt and yet smoothmanner.

The entire battalion was mo-bilized and worked around theclock for the last 52 hours inorder to have all the equip-ment, tools, and other neces-sary supplies ready for thisrecovery mission prior to the

scheduled departure. According to Chief Electrician

Rajon Martin, “The initial taskis to assist with the un-water-ing operations in the most crit-ical areas. The Seabees willprovide the labor force to setup, operate, and maintain allequipment required for thismission to include 30 pumps,20 tactical generators, and afew light plants for night timeoperations.” They are also onstandby to provide additionalsupport to the Reserve Battal-ions that are already deployedto the area.The “CAN DO” spirit was evi-

dent in every single Seabeeand their excitement washighly visible on the flight linebefore they departed. “It isimportant to be there for oth-ers when they are in need,”said Constructionman Equip-ment Operator Marcus Santos.“The Professionals” from

NMCB 5 are proud to be partof the forthcoming evolutionand excited to get the missionstarted. “I feel like I need togive back to my community.We spent a lot of time over-seas and it is a great opportu-nity to help out this country,”said Utilitiesman 2nd ClassPetty Officer Javier Rivera whowas born and raised in NewJersey.The troops are slated to stay

for a one month long deploy-ment to the East Coast. Thelast time “The Professionals”were called upon for a hurri-cane disaster relief effort wasback in 1989 support Hurri-cane Hugo relief efforts. Up-holding the values andtraditions set forth in allSeabee Battalions, it is anhonor and privilege for NMCB5 to be part of this critical mis-sion and to serve our fellowAmericans in the time of need.

NMCB 5 heads for East Coastto help Sandy storm victimsBy CE3(SCW) PatriciaWiegertNMCB 5 SANDY

Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Con-struction Battalion (NMCB) 5 prepare abaggage pallet on Point Mugu, Calif., be-fore departing to assist with relief andrecovery of the East Coast following thedevastation caused by Hurricane Sandy.(U.S. Navy photo by Construction Electrician2nd Class Patricia Wiegert)

Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Con-struction Battalion (NMCB) 5 Air Detload the plane before departing to assistwith relief and recovery of the East Coastfollowing the devastation caused by Hur-ricane Sandy. (U.S. Navy photo by Con-struction Electrician 2nd Class Patricia Wiegert)

A Seabee assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB)11 works to repair pier facilities in Hobobken, N.J. The U.S. Navyhas positioned forces in the area to assist U.S. Northern Command(NORTHCOM) in support of FEMA and local civil authorities fol-lowing the destruction caused by Hurricane Sandy. (U.S. MarineCorps photo by Cpl. Bryan Nygaard/Released)

Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion(NMCB) 11, clean-up debris during Hurricane Sandy relief ef-forts in Staten Island, N.Y. The Seabees are clearing streetsahead of a second forecasted storm expected to hit the areaNov. 7. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st ClassMartin Cuaron/Released)

NMCB 11 provides EastCoast disaster responseBy MC1(SCW) Jonathan Carmichael, NMCB 11

Commissary savings of 40 percent or more on fresh meat canhelp military shoppers counter the impact of rising fresh beefand pork prices. “Even though our commissary’s fresh meat products will rise in

price based on market cost, commissary savings should remainthe same – more than 40 percent on these products,” said ChrisBurns, the Defense Commissary Agency’s director of sales. “Ourbeef is USDA-graded, offering a full spectrum of Angus, Choiceand Select grades – the very best you can buy anywhere. Addi-tionally, we offer USDA Organic grass-fed and All Natural Porkand Beef.” In 2012, the United States experienced its worst drought since

the 1950s, according to a report from the U.S. Department ofAgriculture titled, “U.S. Drought 2012: Farm and Food Impacts”– http://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/in-the-news/us-drought-2012-farm-and-food-impacts.aspx.This drought resulted in a major reduction in feed corn avail-

ability for cattle and pig farmers. In 2013, the immediate effectsof higher feed prices and heat stress on grazing pastures is ex-pected to lead to less “fully matured” pigs and cows ready forauction, which, in turn, means less meat products to market andhigher beef and pork prices. The U.S. economy will see higher beef and pork prices not

only at commercial grocers but also at commercial restaurants.According to DeCA’s meat category manager, Leslie “Les” Simp-son: “We should see an increase of about 26 cents a pound infresh beef prices and 8 cents a pound in pork, beginning in Jan-uary 2013. “In addition to our across-the-board savings year-round, we

offer monthly ‘Go Lean with Protein’ specials that feature lean-trimmed fresh beef and pork items merchandised with compli-mentary items that offer high-savings coupons,” he added.The availability of beef and pork products at savings of more

than 40 percent should convince eligible military shoppers thatthe commissary is their destination of choice, Burns said.“While we fully expect beef and pork prices will rise, we want

our customers to be assured that they will get the best savingson these products and the rest of their grocery needs at theircommissary,” he said. “That’s why commissary shoppers sohighly value their commissary benefit!”

The women of Naval MobileConstruction Battalion (NMCB)1 have a new and exciting wayof developing their profes-sional and personal lives.Through a combination of fun,open discussions and personallife stories the women arebuilding relationships witheach other while trying thingsthey may never have experi-enced on their own.NMCB 1’s Women’s Profes-

sional Network (WPN) is a pro-gram designed to promote thewellness and professionalismof women in the battalion. “The idea is to meet up once

a month with as many womenas possible to gain some typeof motivational or professional

development,” said EnsignJamie Wallace. “Some of thewomen are intimidated orthink it’s a complaining ses-sion, or more of a mandatoryfun program. I am trying toget the word out that that’snot the case.”Wallace is hoping that the

program will remain in placethroughout the deploymentand become a mainstay for thewomen of “The First and TheFinest.” The Navy’s current active

duty force is constructed ofonly 16.7 percent women. Ofthat percentage, only 2 per-cent of the women are in theSeabees. The Seabees havethe smallest concentration ofwomen in the Navy, whichmakes the importance of pro-grams such as WPN muchmore substantial.

During the last meeting thegroup participated in rock wallclimbing at Naval StationRota’s Morale Welfare andRecreation (MWR) facility,where they motivated andhelped lift each other to thetop of the wall, an adrenalinerush that left Utilitiesman Con-structionman (SCW) CarlyHunt smiling.“It was fun to get to know

more of the ladies and I willdo it again,” said Hunt. “I likedit.”While the overall focus is to

develop qualified and moti-vated role models, participantscan expect to enjoy their timespent with the program. NMCB 1 is currently deployed

to 6th Fleet area of responsi-bility in support of constructionoperations throughout Europeand Africa.6

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ROTA, Spain - Women from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1 participate ina team building exercise as part of the battalion’s Women’s Professional Network (WPN).The program provides all female Seabees in NMCB 1 the chance to gain professional aswell as personal development in a comfortable environment. NMCB 1 is currently deployedto the Europe and Africa (AOR) in support of construction operations and African Part-nership Stations. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Jamie Wallace/Released)

NMCB 1 promotes wellnessfor women of the SeabeesBy CE1(SCW) JoshuaThonnissenNMCB 1 Public Affairs

Underwater Construction Team (UCT) ONEis searching for highly motivated Seabees and CECOfficers looking for a career and lifestyle change

Join an ELITE force and travel as asmall, professional team. Executespecialized construction, diving anddemolition skills with the latest andgreatest technology and equipment.

Contact UCT CCC/Diver recruiting team @ (757) 462-3988/4313 or Email YNC Aberle at christo-pher.aberle1@navy.mil; SW1 Dohse atryan.dohse@navy.mil or visitwww.facebook.com/seabee.diver for more information.

Commissaries help patronsreduct impact of rising pricesBy Sallie CauthersDeCA Marketing and Mass Commuication Specialist

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Veterans Day Celebrations and Special OffersLong Beach Middle School Veterans Day Program - Nov. 9,

9 a.m., school gym. Program features musical entertainment andguest speaker Lt. Cmdr. Andrew Shinka. The school is located at204 North Cleveland Ave., Long Beach.

12th Annual Gulf Coast Veterans Day Parade, Nov. 10, 11a.m., Downtown Gulfport. Featuring marching units, bands, the‘Bee and much more! Details at www.msveteransparade.com

2nd Annual Long Beach Veterans Day Parade and Cele-bration, Nov. 11, 1 p.m. Parade forms at War Memorial Park andcontinues to Long Beach Town Green on Jeff Davis Avenue. Pa-rade is followed by music and entertainment at the Town Green.

Veterans Day Celebration, Nov. 11, 10 a.m. Grace Independ-ent Baptist Church, 3707 Bienville Blvd. Ocean Springs. Includesceremony, guest speaker, special dinner. Call 228-875-2093 fordetails.

Armed Forces Retirement Home Open House, Nov. 12, 10a.m. - 2 p.m. Gates open at 9 a.m., ceremony begins at 10 a.m.Guest speaker is Capt. Rick Burgess, commanding officer, NavalConstruction Battalion Center (NCBC)/commander, TwentiethSeabee Readiness Group (SRG). Tours will be offered immediatelyafter the ceremony.

Parades and ProgramsApplebee’s – free meal, Nov. 11.

There will be seven entrées tochoose from, beverage and gratuitynot included.

Chili’s – free meal, Nov. 11, 11a.m. - 5 p.m. Chili’s is offering allmilitary veterans past and presenttheir choice of one of 7 meals, bev-erages and gratuity not included. Denny’s Veterans Day Appreciation

Event, Nov. 12, 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. Freeall you can eat pancakes.

Golden Corral – Free meal, Nov.12, 4 - 9 p.m. Available to any per-son who has ever served in theUnited States Military.

Hooters – Free Meal, Nov. 11.Hooter’s is serving up a free meal toall veterans and active duty militarypersonnel. Get 10 Free Wings –Boneless or Regular, drink purchaserequired.

Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut.Available only at participating KrispyKreme stores. Offer available to allactive-duty, retirees & veterans Nov.11. Be sure to call ahead to verifyyour local Krispy Kreme is partici-pating.

Little Caesars® Pizza, Nov. 12.Little Caesars is honoring the menand women of the United Statesarmed forces this Veterans Day byproviding veterans and active militarymembers with a free Crazy Bread®.Call ahead to verify participation. Lone Star Steakhouse, Nov. 12.

Free appetizer for military membersand veterans. Taste of Texas Samplernot included. Call ahead for verifica-tion.

National Parks - The U.S. ForestService is waiving fees at most ofits day-use recreation facilities Nov.10 - 12.

O’Charley’s, Nov. 12. All $9.99meals are free to veterans and activeduty service members.

Olive Garden, Nov. 11, free en-trée, Nov. 11. Offer good for veter-ans and active duty military duringregular business hours. Choose froma special menu; all entrées includefreshly baked garlic sticks and choiceof soup or salad. Outback Steakhouse – A week of

Free Bloomin’ Onions and Cokes nowthrough Nov. 11 for all active duty

military and veterans. Papa Johns - Military Appreciation

Week continues through Nov. 12.Papa Johns is offering 50 percent offregular menu price pizzas for deliv-ery or carryout. Offer good at allMississippi Gulf Coast locations.

Red Lobster – Nov. 11. Free Ap-petizer on Veterans Day with mili-tary ID or proof of service. Vets maychoose from a select list of appetiz-ers.

Subway – Free six inch sub orflatbread , Nov. 11, at select SUB-WAY® Restaurants to military vet-erans on Veterans Day. Please callahead for participation and times.

Texas Roadhouse – free lunch,Nov. 11 for all veterans. Every TexasRoadhouse location across the coun-try will participate in the free lunchevent to honor the men and womenof our armed forces. Choose fromone of 10 free meals, plus sides anda drink.T.G.I. Friday’s – Free lunch, Nov.

12, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Only valid atparticipating locations. More detailson TGIFridays.com.For a listing of all the events in and around South Mississippi,

check http://www.gulfcoast.org/events/ and area media out-lets. These events are not base events and are subject tochange/cancellation without notice.

Military ID or proof of service required for all offers. Listing commercial offers does not constitute en-dorsement by the U.S. Government or Naval Construction n Battalion Center, Gulfport.

Restauraunt and Service Discounts

Naval Construction Training Center (NCTC) students,SWCR Aaron Black, SWCR Garret Kieffer, BUCN JenniferCasey, BUCN Amirah Ramelize, SWCR Johannas Hilmer,BUCR Ralph Ramos, BUCR Tyler Larkey, SWCN Jean Math-ison, SWCN Jaclyn Connole, BUCR Saul Hernandezduran,BUCR David Mendenhall, BUCR Samuel Clay, BUCR SeanMonahan, BUCR Joshua Donahoe, SWCA Ryan Powell,and UTC James Penney volunteered their time to helpQuarles Elementary School with their Fall Festival. The 16volunteers assisted with the set up and tear down of thefestival, worked the booths, directed festival visitors andprovided necessary support to ensure the event was a suc-cess. (Photo courtesy of MWR/Released)

NCTC volunteers extendhelping hand toLong Beach school

Seabees and Sailors assigned toNaval Mobile Construction Battal-ion (NMCB) 74 celebrated theirdeployment’s midway point Oct.19 with sports activities, food, andgames on Camp Shields, Okinawa,Japan. The Seabees had the opportu-

nity to take some time off of workand enjoy a variety of games in-cluding: volleyball, wrestling insumo suits, weight lifting competi-tions, and everyone’s favorite, theopportunity to put a pie in theface or dunk various members ofthe command’s leadership team inan icy cold dunk tank.The games and sports activities

were followed by an auction inwhich multiple members of boththe NMCB 74’s Officer’s Wardroomand Chief’s Mess were auctionedoff to do the winning Sailor’s jobfor half a day. Proceeds from all events went to

the Battalion Morale, Welfare andRecreation (MWR) funds to sup-port future events. Immediately

following the auction was a BBQwhile announcements were madeof the event winners and randomdoor prizes were awarded.Current NMCB 74 operations in-

clude details operating forward allthroughout U.S. Pacific Command(PACOM), many of which heldsimilar celebrations of their own. Chief Petty Officer Tim Taylor,

originally from Kentucky, summedup the day when he stated that itwas, “Good to see Sailors enjoyingthemselves and competing for thesuper squad competition and latergathering for a great BBQ. Hardwork, competitive nature, andgreat food made for a perfect cel-ebration!“Homeported in Gulfport, NMCB-

74 is deployed to Okinawa tomaintain forward presence forcontingency response, Humanitar-ian Assistance/Disaster Response,Theater Security Cooperation Pro-gram (TSCP) execution, and Con-struction for Readiness Program(CRP) operations for supportedcommanders in the PACOM areaof responsibility.

As I put my skeletons back in thecloset (literally) and threw the gnat-in-fested jack-o-lanterns in the garbage, Iwas seized by the desire to dig out myceramic light up Christmas tree and plugit in. WHAT? Start decorating for the winter

holidays before Thanksgiving? Have Ibeen brainwashed by the evil retail in-dustry? Isn’t it gauche and simple-minded to succumb to the influence ofpremature in-store displays and televi-sion advertising? But, but . . . I really want to plug my

ceramic Christmas tree in and see themagical glow of its tiny plastic lights. Idon’t care if the kids are still rationingtheir Halloween candy. I don’t care if Ihaven’t planned my Thanksgiving sidedishes yet. Christmas is coming soon enough; why

wait until after Thanksgiving to celebratejust because elitist social commentatorssay that we are being brainwashed bycommercialism? Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for toning

down the Christmas shopping frenzy, butwhat’s so bad about celebrating a littleearly? I say not a thing, and I’ve comeup with an impressive list of reasonswhy: First: The Sights. Let’s face it --Thanksgiving décor leaves a little some-thing to be desired. This season’s dullbrowns and golds benefit from a little

cheering up with Christmassy red andgreen. And who doesn’t like a twinkling light?

Unless you have an LED cornucopia orplug in pilgrims with moving parts, youare going to need a few strands of lightsand a velvety poinsettia to liven up yourThanksgiving anyway. Second: The Tastes. While serving egg

nog in November may arguably be takingthings too far, turkey and all the trim-mings are traditional for both occasionsin many households; dishes can bemixed and mingled while respecting theindividual holiday customs. Moreover, I’d bet my Cuisinart that your

family won’t protest if you start bakingcookies now. Sure, you might gain ex-cess holiday weight a little early, butthose bulky Christmas sweaters are agreat disguise. And besides, the pro-longed disgust you will have with yourplumpness will give added motivation tostick to your annual New Year’s resolu-tion to lose ten pounds. Third: The Smells. Indian corn and

gourds don’t have much aroma, so un-less you are willing to wait to smell theroasting turkey on Thanksgiving day, Isuggest baking a little gingerbread ordropping a few cinnamon sticks into yourhot toddy. If the tree farms haven’topened for business yet, why not light apine-scented candle to awaken the spiritof Christmas? Fourth: The Sounds. As far as I am

aware, there’s no catchy compact disccompilation of Thanksgiving songs byFrank Sinatra or Nat King Cole. The onlytraditional Thanksgiving song known bymost Americans is “Over the River andThrough the Woods,” a song adaptedfrom a poem by Lydia Maria Child in1844. What most Americans don’t know is

that the song actually contains six stan-zas. Most of us start out robustly singingthe song, then trail off mumbling whenwe can’t recall virtually unknown phrasessuch as “To have a first-rate play” and“Trot fast, my dapple gray.” Why sufferthat non-crescendo when you can allsing a rousing uninterrupted round of“Jingle Bells?” When it really boils down to it, Thanks-

giving and Christmas have become inter-mingled in such a way that they can nolonger be completely separated. So I sayto heck with it. The real reason we won’t climb into our

musty attics or descend into our moldybasements to retrieve our Christmas dec-orations before Thanksgiving is becausesomeone has said that doing so wouldmean we were being indoctrinated bythe commercial advertising media. Be itsome snooty social commentator or theadvertising media, we are being toldwhat to do any way you look at it. Phooey! Not to bring Independence

Day into this too, but I say hang yourstockings and bake your Russian Tea-cakes when you damned well please. Be-sides, would it be so bad to get yourshopping done a little early and actuallybe able to relax when December rollsaround? Today, I plugged my 1972 ceramic tree

in and let out a little gasp as the tinypegs glowed in all the colors of the rain-bow. I stared a while, as my braintapped into a bank of dusty but fondmemories of holidays past. “Oh Christ-mas Tree” popped into my head and Ibegan to hum. Call it gauche, brain-washed or indoctrinated. I call it fun.

Get more wit and observations from Lisaat her blog, http://themeatandpotatoe-soflife.com.

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‘The Meat & Potatoes ‘The Meat & Potatoes of Life’of Life’

By Lisa Smith Molinari, By Lisa Smith Molinari, Military Spouse ContributerMilitary Spouse Contributer

Commercialism? Humbug!

Race Engines, Dirt Bikes, ATV’s, Cigarette Boats, ZodiacsAre you up to the challenge of hard work and repairing unique SOF equipment?Naval Special Warfare Development Group is seeking active duty Construction Mechanics and all other Seabee rates.- Motivated/Volunteer - Pass Navy PFA - E4 - E6 - No NJP- No bankruptcy - Obtain Secret/TOP Secret clearance Email us at !DEVGRURecruiting@vb.socom.mil or contact your detailer to request additionalinformation.

Commander David McAlister, commanding officer, NavalMobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 74 waits for an-other pie in his face from Construction Electrician Con-structionman Amber Carlson as members of the battalionlook on at an “Over the Hump” celebration marking thehalf-way point of the Battalion’s deployment in U.S. PacificCommand (PACOM). NMCB 74 is currently operating for-ward throughout PACOM ready and capable of supportingNavy and Joint Forces any place, any time. (U.S. Navy photoby Lieutenant Commander Angel L. Santiago /Released)

NMCB 74 is officiallyover . . . the hump that isBy Lt.j.g. Hanmon Peter ChunNMCB 74 Public Affairs

Home School Children’sChristmas ChoirPractice will be held at theSeabee Memorial Chapel Nov.19, 26; and Dec. 3 from 4 -5:30 p.m. The choir will learnseveral Christmas Carols andtake a field trip to the ArmedForces Retirement Home(AFRH). There are only 10spots available for children,ages 4 - 8. The choir is opento homeschooled childrenwho’s parents are assigned toNaval Construction Battalion

Center (NCBC) and 20thSeabee Readiness Group(SRG). To sign up, pleasestop by the chapel or call 228-871-2454.

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Focus on Education Focus on Education

NCBC School Liaison

Officer, Kevin Byrd is

located at: MWR, Building 352,

1706 Bainbridge Ave., NCBC, 228-871-2117

email: kevin.r.byrd@navy.mil

Save theDate!

The Military Child EducationCoalition (MCEC) ProfessionalDevelopment Institute presents:“Living in the New Normal:Helping Children Thrive in Goodand Challenging Times,” Dec. 5,8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Mississippi Coast Coliseum and

Convention CenterNo cost to participants.

Funded by OSD/DA. Must be inattendance 95 percent in orderto receive institute credit andcourse materials.For more information, contact

Myriam Virella, 254-953-1923, X 1119 or myriam.virella@Mili-taryChild.orgPlease visit www.Mili-

taryChild.org and click the Up-coming Training tab to register.

Living in the New Normal

Family Readiness Group leaders, first responders, educators andother concerned professionals listen during the Living in the NewNormal (LINN) practicum held in October at the Mississippi CoastColiseum and Convention Center. A second LINN is scheduled forDec. 5 at the same location. (Photo courtesy of MWR/Released)

Lt. Cmdr. Paul Smith, Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC)command chaplain leads a group discussion during the Living in theNew Normal (LINN) practicum held Oct. 24-25 at the MississippiCoast Coliseum and Convention Center. A second LINN is scheduledfor Dec. 5 at the same location. (Photo courtesy of MWR/Released)

An Anchor Scholarship eligibilityapplication is now available atwww.anchorscholarship.com. Uponeligibility confirmation, a scholar-ship application will be sent viaemail. Deadline for eligibility ap-plication submission is March 1,2013; deadline for scholarship ap-plication is April 1, 2013. Eligibility is based on the follow-

ing criteria:~ Applicant must be a child or

spouse of Surface Navy Sailors.~ Sponsor must be active duty,

retired or deceased, and musthave served a minimum of sixyears in units under the adminis-trative control of Commanders,Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Atlanticor U.S. Pacific Fleet.

~ The applicant must attendor plan to attend an accreditedfour-year college/university in theU.S. and intend to work towardtheir first BS or BA degree fulltime. The applicant may be a

spouse, high school senior, or acollege student in an accreditedschool or equivalent institution. Once applicant eligibility is con-

firmed, a scholarship applicationwill be sent to the student. Tocomplete the scholarship applica-tion, the following will be needed:

FAFSA, College/High Schooltranscripts, three letters of recom-mendation (one of them must befrom a non-academic source) andSAT/ACT scoresA Selection Committee will re-

view applications and selectawardees on the basis of fourequally weighted criteria:~ Academic Proficiency~ Character and All-around Abil-

ity~ Extra-curricular Activities~ Financial Need Those selected to receive an An-

chor Scholarship are notified inMay and invited to attend anAward Ceremony in June.

Anchor Scholarship

MWR Special EventMonth of the Military Family:

MWR, the NEX and USO wouldlike to celebrate the militaryfamily. Join us at the TrainingHall Nov. 15, 3 – 5 p.m. Watchthe Budweiser Clydesdalesmarch down the street whileyou enjoy free food and bever-ages. The event will also in-clude drawings for giveaways.After the main event, head intothe theater at 5:30 p.m. for afree movie. For more event in-formation, contact MWR at228-871-4010.

FitnessSports: Ready for a little

healthy competition? Sign upfor intramural basketball fromnow until Nov. 12. The leaguewill run Nov. 27 to Feb. 5.Game days are Tuesdays andThursdays. Register at the Fit-ness Center front desk.The November Group Fitness

Class Schedule is now availableat the Fitness Center. Novem-ber is packed withstrength/cardio, yoga, zumba,cycling and low impact aero-bics courses. The schedule in-cludes a variety of class timesto accommodate your needs.

RecreationMovie Theater: FREE every

weekend. Grab some popcornand sit back and enjoy themovie! Friday, “Total Recall,” PG13,6:30 p.m.Saturday, “Diary of a WimpyKid Dog Days,” PG, noon; “TheApparition,” PG13, 2:30 p.m.;

“The Campaign,” R, 4:30 p.m.Sunday, “Diary of a WimpyKid Dog Days,” PG, 2 p.m.;“Total Recall,” PG13, 4:30 p.m.

Information, Tickets andTravel:Your ITT Office now carries

select Hornets games!! Up-coming games on Sale areNew York Knicks, Nov. 20,Oklahoma City Thunder, Dec.1, Memphis Grizzlies, Dec. 7and Indiana Pacers, Dec. 22.Call ITT for pricing and info!Saints vs. 49ers tickets go on

sale Nov. 13 at 9 a.m. for just$52.25/ticket! Please note thatthis is a Tuesday . . . ITT willnot be open Nov. 12 due toVeteran’s Day. The first weekof sales will be open to ActiveDuty only. During the secondweek of sales tickets will beavailable for purchase to all eli-gible MWR patrons (ActiveDuty, Reservists, Dependents,Retirees and DOD employees)with proper ID. Limit two tick-ets per Military ID card. Park-ing passes are $40 for insidethe Superdome Parking Garageand are available on a firstcome first serve basis. (No re-funds or exchanges. Ticketprices are subject to changewithout warning. ITT is not re-sponsible for lost, stolen orlaundered tickets and will notreplace them. Due to govern-ment agency discounts, resaleis prohibited and not author-ized.)We have your Mississippi

Surge tickets in stock! Stop into get your game vouchers for

only $11 each! Vouchers aregood for the entire 2012-2013season but do not include play-off games. Purchase your tick-ets today!Want to go shopping on Black

Friday but don’t want to dealwith the traffic? Well sit downand buckle up because ITT,Liberty & NOR are driving tothe Gulfport Outlets and Cross-roads Nov. 23! Departs at6 a.m. from Liberty Center andreturn approximately 10 a.m.Sign up deadline is Nov. 21 atclose of business. FREE!

Liberty Center: Catch the action on the ice

with the Liberty Center. Signup now to see MS Surge playFriday. Departs from the Lib-erty Center at 6 p.m. Ticketsare $6. Get out during the week and

visit the Gulfport Dragway onWednesday. The trip departsthe Liberty Center at 6 p.m.and costs $5 at the gate with amilitary ID.

Outdoor Recreation: Fall ishere. What a great time to getoutside! Stop by and check outour wide variety of gear from

tents to sports equipment. November Specials: Cajun

cookers, tables, charis andgrills - 25 percent off!FREE Batting Cage: No more

tokens needed. Stop by andtake a swing! Rent bats andhelmets at no charge fromOutdoor Recreation duringbusiness hours.

Food & Beverage Monday Night Football:

Grab a buddy and head to the“BeeHive” on Monday to catchall the action. The Grill: Open Monday -Fri-

day 6:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Stopby and check out The grill’s

new menu - full of mouth watering breakfast and lunch options. Call ahead for takeoutand avoid the wait, 228-871-2494.Anchors and Eagles: Open

Tuesday - Thursday, 2 - 9 p.m.

Youth ActivitiesTake a trip to Cinemark theater

and check out “Wreck-It Ralph”;only $5. Please bring a sacklunch.Want something fun to do

mornings and evenings? Trythe YAC Before and Afterschool program; Monday - Fri-day, 6 - 7:30 a.m., and 2 -5:30 p.m.

Anchors & EaglesAuto HobbyBeehiveChild Development CenterFitness CenterInformation, Tickets & TravelLiberty CenterSeabee Heritage CenterNavy Outdoor Recreation RV ParkThe GrillTraining HallYouth Activities CenterMain Office

228-871-4607228-871-2804228-871-4682228-871-2323228-871-2668228-871-2231

228-871-4684228-871-3619228-871-2127228-871-5435228-871-2494228-871-4750228-871-2251228-871-2538 10

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For more information about MWR For more information about MWR programs and opportunities, contact:programs and opportunities, contact:

Volunteers Yeoman 1st Class Shynethia James and Builder 3rd Class Thomas Russell deco-rate the Haunted Maze the week prior to Fright Night at the Lake. Their contribution, alongwith 43 other volunteers, led to the success of the event. (Photo courtesy of MWR/Released)

United States Marine Corps 237th Marine Corps Ball -Nov. 10, 6 p.m., Hollywood Casino, Bay St. Louis.Tickets - $50 each. Uniform Marines - Blue Dress“B” or Blue Dress “A”; Army - Army Blue (BowTie); Navy - Dinner Dress Blue Jacket or DinnerDress Blue; Air Force - Mess Dress; Civilians -Black Tie. See I&I First Sergeant, 1st Sgt. Coston, building 114(NOSC) or call him at 228-871-3104.

BILOXI NATIONAL CEMETERYVolunteers are needed to participate inReading to Remember Fallen Veterans,Nov. 10. To remember fallen veteransinterred at the Biloxi national Ceme-tery, the Civil Air Patrol is coordinatingthe reading which will begin at 6:30a.m. Volunteers are needed through-out the day to read almost 16,000names 15 minute increments. To vol-unteer, call 228-236-1390, emailnamereading@waabiloxi.org orwww.facebook.com/waa.biloxi.WEST HARRISON HIGH SCHOOLPROCTORS - West Harrison HighSchool needs four volunteers to assistin proctoring the English SATP Writingtest Nov. 13, 7:30 a.m. - noon. Inter-ested volunteers should send an emailto JHadley@harrison.k12.ms.us.

GOBBLEPALOOZA MUSIC & ARTFEST - Forty volunteers are needed tohelp out at the Third Annual Gob-blepalooza Music & Art Fest in Gulf-port, Nov. 17. If you would like toassist, email Liz LeBleu atlizlebleu@drdiet.com or Steve Fitzger-ald at james.s.fitzgerald@navy.mil.LONG BEACH ALTERNATIVESCHOOL SEEKS MENTORS - LongBeach Alternative School on Old PassRoad in Long Beach is looking formentors for three high school girls andfour high school boys. Mentor dutieswill include providing direction on as-signments, increasing personal ac-countability and other life skills.Please call Michelle Harrison at 228-865-1956 for more information or tovolunteer.

WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARYSCHOOL SEEKS MENTORS - Wool-market Elementary School on John LeeRoad in Biloxi is looking for mentorsfor their male students as they pre-pare for middle school. Please contactShirley Hardman at 228-392-5640 formore information or to volunteer.COAST SALVATION ARMY NEEDSVOLUNTEERS - Volunteers are needfor various projects throughout theyear. Contact Shawna Tatge atShawna_Tatge@uss.salvationarmy.orgfor information.DRIFTWOOD NURSING HOME -Want to make a difference in the lifeof the elderly then volunteer this fallwith Driftwood Nursing Home locatedright outside the Broad avenue gate.The contact for this volunteer opportu-

nity is Christina at 228-243-3421.ARMED FORCES RETIREMENTHOME - If you are interested in volun-teering at the AFRH, please contactChaplain Myers at brian.e.meyers@navy.milVOLUNTEER WITH USO - Volunteer-ing is both fun and rewarding. If youare interested in volunteering or wouldlike more information, please visithttp://www.usovolunteer.org/. Volun-teers are needed at both USO loca-tions - (NMPS 2nd Floor, NCBC andGulfport Biloxi International Airport.)

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Center Chaplains: Lt. Cmdr. Paul Smith, Protestant Chaplain

Lt. Yoon Choi, Protestant ChaplainFor information concerning other faith groups,

call the chapel office at 228-871-2454

Services:Gospel Service: 8 a.m.

Sunday Catholic Mass: 9:30 a.m.Weekday Mass: Tuesday, 11:15 a.m.

Divine Worship: Sunday, 11 a.m.

Seabee Memorial ChapelSeabee Memorial Chapel

NCBC Helping Hands volunteer opportunitiesNCBC Helping Hands volunteer opportunities

Looking for a church?The Seabee Memorial Chapel holdsservices every Sunday that might suityour needs. Protestant Services in-clude a Gospel Service at 8 a.m. andDivine Worship Service at 11 a.m.Catholic Services include CatholicMass at 9:30 a.m. There is alsoCatholic Mass Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m.Seabee PantryThe Seabee Pantry needs restocking.During the holidays, the need for fooddonations is at its highest level.Please donate as many canned goodsand other nonperishables as possible.Donation drop-off sites are located atthe Navy Exchange, Chapel, Commis-sary, Fleet and Family Support Centerand Armed Forces Retirement Home.The Seabee Pantry is for anyone affili-ated with NCBC.Parents’ Morning OutThe chapel will have certified careproviders available for parents orguardians caring for children of deployedservice members (1 - 5 years old), Nov.14 and Nov. 28 from 8 - 11 a.m. Thisservice extends to IA families as well.

Please call the chapel for reservations asspace is limited. Praise and WorshipThe Seabee Memorial Chapel is lookingfor new members for the Praise andWorship Team for the Divine WorshipService at 11 a.m. Sundays. If you cansing or play an instrument, you are in-vited to come share your gift.Women’s Bible Study Women’sFall Bible Study is held Wednes-days at 11 a.m. at the Seabee Me-morial Chapel. The Fall Bible Studyis conducting a six-week study byJennifer Rothchild - MissingPieces.” Free child care is available. Thanksgiving CelebrationA Thanksgiving Celebration will takeplace Nov. 18 at 11 a.m. at theSeabee Memorial Chapel. The celebra-tion will include food, games, crafts,jumpies and more! Angel Tree Program Sign up sheets are now available atthe chapel for the annual Angel TreeProgram for children. Deadline forsign up is Dec. 12.Chapel: 228-871-2454

Chapel Offerings

NCIS has two new anonymous ways toreport crimes or suspicious behaviorwith the use of discreet and secure on-line or texting tip lines.To report information by Cell text:1. Text “NCIS” to the short code 274637(CRIMES) from any cell or smart phone.2. Receive a response, for example: “Youralias is: S2U5 Call 911 if urgent! If repliesput you at risk, text “STOP”3. Begin dialogueTo report information Online:1. Go to www.NCIS.navy.mil, click on the“Report a Crime” tab and select the iconfor “text and Web tip Hotline.”There is a reward of up to $1,000 for infor-mation leading to a felony arrest or ap-prehension.

See Something Wrong,Do Something Right!

do and I want to personally thankyou. I cannot tell you how proud Iam to be a part of this outstandingorganization."The contributions of every person

- military, DoD civilian and contrac-tor - is valued. We are truly oneteam, one fight in pursuit of excel-lence and support to the fleet,fighter and family," he said.With the mission of supporting the

fleet, fighter and family, NAS Jax isthe premier installation for deliveringeffective, sustained and improvedshore readiness for Sailors, theirfamilies and civilian employees. Base personnel worked around-

the-clock providing services to 14home-based squadrons, numerousdetachments, joint commands, gov-

ernment agencies and carrier strikegroup exercises.Air Operations handled more than

52,600 flight operations and sup-ported 30 detachments. The award-winning air installation continued itsunprecedented and accident-freegrowth in FY-12 by exceeding thechief of naval operations' mandated75 percent mishap reduction goal. In partnership with 110 tenant

commands, station personnel pro-vided support and service to transi-tion the P-3C Orion to the P-8APoseidon; Helicopter Anti-SubmarineSquadron to Helicopter MaritimeStrike Squadron, logistic and Re-serve squadrons, joint services andallies. The station also completed or

started construction on nearly $100

million of construction in support ofthe P-8A as well as the Triton andFire Scout helicopter unmanned aer-ial systems. Achieving the Secretary of the

Navy's gold level of achievement forenergy savings, NAS Jax installed1,140 square-feet of solar panelsbringing the total to 5,500 savingapproximately $300,000 annually. NAS Jacksonville looks forward to

competing at the CNIC level. Thewinner of the CNIC Installation Ex-cellence Award will be nominated forthe Commander in Chief's AnnualAward for Installation Excellence. Established in 1984, the award rec-

ognizes the outstanding efforts ofpersonnel in the operations andmaintenance of U.S. military installa-tions worldwide.

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SUPPORTFamily Readiness Groups NMCB 1 FRG invites friends and fam-ily members to attend FRG meetingsthe first Monday of every month at theYouth Activity Center, building 335. Apotluck dinner is served at 6 p.m., fol-lowed by a meeting at 6:30 p.m. Chil-dren are welcome and baby sitting isprovided during deployment. ContactFRG President Mary Belanger, e-mailnmcbonefrg@gmail.com. NMCB 11 FRG For more information re-garding the NMCB 11 FRG, please visitthe FRG and Ombudsman website athttp://nmcb11.webs.com.NMCB 74 FRG All families of NMCB 74are invited to the 74 FRG meeting thethird Monday of each month. Meetingsare at the MWR Youth Activities Cen-ter, building 335, behind the Grinderon NCBC. Socializing begins at 5:30p.m., and meetings begin at 6 p.m.

Bring a covered dish to share at ourpotluck dinner. Children are welcome.Email nmcb74fsg@yahoo.com or visitour Facebook page at “NMCB74 Fear-less FRG” for more information.NMCB 133 FRG invites all friends andfamily members to attend FRG meetingsthe first Monday of the month at 6 p.m.at the Youth Center. Children are wel-come and baby sitting is provided. Pleasebring a dish to share. For more infor-mation contact FRG President JaimeRoyal at 317-730-4064 or send an emailto NMCB133fsg@gmail.com. To receiveupdates, log on to the FRG site athttp://www.wix.com/NMCB133FSG/133frgGulfport Officer’s Spouse Club The Gulfport Officers’ Spouses’ Club is asocial organization that has FUN whilehelping our community. We meetmonthly and have special interest groupsfor almost everyone! For more infor-mation, email goscgulfport@yahoo.com.We hope to see YOU soon! NMCRS The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Soci-ety Thrift Shop is located in building29 on Snead Street. The Thrift Shopis staffed entirely by volunteers, andchild care and mileage are reim-bursed. Retail hours of operation areTuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9a.m. - 1 p.m. Volunteers are alwayswelcome. Visit the NMCRS offices at

the Fleet and Family Support Center,building 30, suite 103 or call 228-871-2610 to find out how to become apart of the NMCRS volunteer team! Gamblers Anonymous The Fleet and Family Support Centeroffers GA meetings every Thursday at 11a.m. GA is a fellowship of people whoshare their experience, strength andhope with each other. All meetings areconfidential and facilitated by GA. Cometo a meeting or call Jim Soriano at 228-871-3000 for information. TRAININGNaval Sea CadetsThe Gulfport branch of the Naval SeaCadets are recruiting youth ages 11 to17 for Sea Cadets, a nation-wide or-ganization that help youth achieve per-sonal success through nautical training.Meetings are the third Saturday of themonth from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., building1, 2nd floor conference room. ContactLt.j.g. Bowling at 228-313-9035 orcoachcb@yahoo.com for information.SOCIALMiss. Gulf Coast First Class Associ-ation is seeking new members. Meet-ings are every Wednesday at 3 p.m. atCBC’s Beehive, building 352. Call BU1Tony Boldrey 228-871-2577 for moreinformation or just come and join us ata meeting. CBC/20SRG Second Class Petty Of-ficers Association is seeking mem-

bers. Meetings are Tuesdays at 2:30p.m. in the Fitness Center classroom.Contact the Association’s Public AffairsOfficer LS2 Matthew Wasson atmatthew.t.wasson@navy.mil or Presi-dent LS2 Earl Simpson at earl.simp-son@navy.mil for information. NCBC Multi-Cultural Diversity Com-mittee is seeking members. Meetingsare held the first and third Wednesdayof the month at 9 a.m., at the SeabeeMemorial Chapel. Contact BU1 JermaCloude at 228-871-2454 for details.VFW Post 3937 Long Beach is openMonday - Thursday from Noon until 8p.m., Friday and Saturday from Noonuntil 10 p.m., Sunday from noon until 7p.m. The first Friday of the month isSeafood Night, the remaining Fridaysare Steak Night. Breakfast is served from7 to 10 a.m. on Saturdays. VFW meet-ings are held the second Wednesday ofthe month at 7:30 p.m. New membersare always welcome. Contact Post Com-mander Bill North at 228-863-8602 forinformation. VFW Post 4526 Orange Grove is opendaily from Noon to 10 p.m. and locatedat 15206 Dedeaux Road, Orange Grove.Meetings are the first Wednesday eachmonth at 7 p.m. All are welcome and en-couraged to attend. Call 228-832-0017for more info. NMCB 62 Alumni Group Naval Mobile Construction Battalion

(NMCB) 62 was recommissioned in Gulf-port in 1966, and decommissioned in1989. To become a member, go tohttp://nmcb62alumni.org or for links toSeabee historical sites. Seabee Veterans of America Is-land X-1 Gulfport are seeking ActiveDuty, Reserve, Retired or Seabees wholeft the military after a short period oftime. Island X-1 Gulfport meets the firstThursday of each month at Anchors &Eagles at 7 p.m. Contact Joe Scott (sec-retary) at 228-669-8335 orelevenoaks58@cableone.net or log ontowww.nsva.org for information. D.A.V. - Disabled American Veter-ans, Chapter 5 invites Veterans and fu-ture Veterans to monthly meetings heldthe 3rd Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Call Service Officer, Silva Royerat 228-324-1888 to find out more aboutour organization and all that is offeredto members.HERITAGEThe Seabee Gift Store is located in theSeabee Heritage Center Training Hall,building 446. Hours are Monday-Friday,10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays from11a.m. to 3 p.m. The shop has a varietyof Seabee related memorabilia, booksand DVD’s. Contact the museum atwww.seabeemuseumstore.org/-/shop/index.php or call the gift shop at228-871-4779 for information on all thatis available for customers.

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Legal Appointments Nov. 16 - 18The Legal Assistance Office, located at the Fleetand Family Support Center (building 30), will haveReserve JAGs on board Nov. 16 - 18. Five JAG offi-cers will be available to take legal assistance ap-pointments Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Please note -appointments are necessary. To make an appointment, call228-871-2620.

Civilians - Use EBIS (Employee Benefit Information Sys-tem) Employees can use EBIS to make a health insurance openseason election, change Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) contributions orelections, as well as other benefit decisions. EBIS passwords ex-pire every 60 days for security purposes and may need to be resetbefore changes to benefits may be accomplished. Information onaccessing EBIS is available athttp://www.public.navy.mil/donhr/Benefits/ebis/Pages/HowToAc-cess.aspx. Assistance with accessing an EBIS account is also avail-able at the Benefits Line at 888-320-2917, option 4 for a CustomerService Representative. CSRs are available from 7:30 a.m. until7:30 p.m., Eastern Time, Monday - Friday (except Federal Holi-days.) The TTY number is 866-328-9889. Questions may also beemailed to navybenefits@navy.mil. When emailing, you must in-clude your full name, grade, play plan, contact telephone numberand the best time to call, but please do not include Privacy ActionInformation such as date of birth or social security number.

Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline InformationDue to limited IG resources throughout the Southeast Region, all Fraud, Waste and Abuse hot-line work will now be handled by the Region. To report Fraud, Waste and Abuse, contact theRegion at: Toll Free 1-877-657-9851 Comm: 904-542-4979 DSN 942-4979 FAX: 904-542-5587, E-mail: CNRSE_HOTLINE@navy.mil.