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Vol. 54 No. 47 Wednesday, November 26, 1997 80 Gitmo Sailors have reason to be thankful

Congratulations to all those selected for advancement on the September Navy-wide adavancement examinations.

First Class Petty Officer Selections: OS2 Annette Smith DC3 Chad Kasin BUI William Brown YN2 Myron Tarver HM3 Destiny Lee ET1 Steven Buhr J02 Tonia Varner YN3 Forrest Laxton LNI Charles Burney CTM2 Theresa Verity CE3 Ismael Limas HM 1 America Cerlade ET2 William Worley HM3 Haneefh McMillian JO1 Rick Chernitzer TM3 Brian Mero CE1 Michael Cortez Third Class Petty Officer Selections: ABH3 Brook Murphy HM I Jody Craycraft QM3 Donald Acker UT3 Duron Nelson MAI Todd Getz CM3 Martha Alexander AC3 Bryan Niven HM 1 Jackie Jackson PC3 Carl Anderson EN3 Jeffrey Putnam AD1 Robert Knox BU3 Pamela Aurbeck ABH3 Martinez Renderos LNI Kelley O'Leary ABH3 Sean Bardell AZ3 Nikis Roseberry YN1 Steve Rahola PC3 John Bing YN3 Lance Simmons RM1 Marty Silver HM3 Jessica Brennan EN3 Latonya Simmons HMI Philip Walker BU3 James Briggs HM3 Julian Stewart PN3 Jaclyn Cooper BU3 Stephanie Tigner Second Class Petty Officer Selections: EN3 Garrest Costanzo HM3 Francis Vasquez AG2 Rodney Beasley ABH3 Amber Curtis OS3 Cortenna Walton EN2 Shannon Champagne BU3 Jason Dejardin CM3 Thomas Willey GM2 Jonathan Conkle OS3 Tiffany Dickerson ET2 Niani Fleming E03 Andrew Dixon Striker Designation HT2 Randy Halbrader ABH3 David Falco AOAN Stephen Leonard CTM2 Brian Headley DT3 Kimberly Gambill HT2 Tomas Hill UT3 Jodie Harper HM2 Patrick Jackson AC3 Alandrew Hobson ET2 Bradley Kelley YN3 Aaron Huddleston CTM2 Monique Lang UT3 Rodney Inciong BU2 Todd Miller HM3 Claudia Islas HM2 Justin Parnell OS3 Dalia Jones CTM2 Lucas Patton UT3 David Joseph HM2 George Pugh CE2 Jeronn Rainey DT2 Robert Ritch ET2 Jerry Robinson HM2 Robert Robinson 4 GITMO Recycle this Gazette Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful The pilgrims' famous feast in 1621 is usu- promise the colony would survive. In time, people came to feel that Thanksgiv- ally called the first Thanksgiving. Dozens of po- What better reason for rejoicing? The guests, ing Day should be celebrated by the whole na- ems, songs, stories and pageants have been Chief Massasoit and 90 other Indians, stayed for tion at the same time. For more than 20 years, named after it. three days of feasting and merrymaking. Sev- Mrs. Sarah Hale, editor of the magazine Godey 's Experts now believe this was not really a eral of them went into the woods and shot five Lady's Book, urged this in the articles she wrote. day of thanksgiving, but a harvest festival. A deer for the feast. She made speeches and wrote true thanksgiving was a day of prayer and fast- The pilgrim men to state governors and presi- ing. showed off their skill with dents. In either case, it was not the first celebra- guns by target shooting, The war between the tion of its kind on American soil. Forty-three while the Indians dis- North and South was loom- years before, English settlers in Newfoundland played their skill with ing. In Sarah Hale's view, a had held a harvest festival. Fourteen years be- bow and arrow. There national Thanksgiving Day fore, the Popham Colony in what is now Maine were races, wrestling might help to hold the coun- had held one. And three years before the pil- matches, singing, try together. grim festival, a settlement in Virginia called dancing and games. At the end of the Civil Berkeley's Hundred named December 4th as day Exactly when War, President Abraham of thanksgiving to celebrate the safe arrival of this great feast took Lincoln proclaimed the newcomers. in place is uncer- last Thursday in Novem- In the autumn of 1621, the people of Pry- tain. It was prob- ber as Thanksgiving Day mouth, Mass., had good reason to celebrate. Less ably about mid-October in the modern, or for the whole nation. The presidents who fol- than a year before, worn out from the long voy- Gregorian, calendar. The pilgrims used the old lowed issued similar proclamations. From that age in the Mayflower, they had landed on these Julian calendar, which ran about 10 days ear- time, Americans have celebrated Thanksgiving bleak shores, far from their native England. lier. much as we do today. Members of families, During the first winter, half of the population By July 1623, the pilgrims' crops were dry- sometimes joined by friends, gather for big din- died. For a time, it looked as if no one at all ing in the fields. Governor Bradford ordered a ners. Frequently, there is a football game or other would survive. day of fasting and prayer and soon after came a sports event during the day. At Thanksgiving Now the pilgrims had 11 houses and four long rain. To celebrate, the governor proclaimed services people of different faiths worship to- buildings they shared. They had made friends Nov. 29 of that year a day of thanksgiving. gether. with a number of Indians and one had taught Some say that this, rather than the autumn Here's hoping you have lots to be thankful them how to grow corn. Stored away against festival of 1621, was the true beginning of our for this year and that you will take time to ac- the winter, the bumper corn crop was seen as a present Thanksgiving Day. knowledge it!

I commend the staff at NAVSTA Gitmo for the outstanding sup- Letters to the Editor port we received during a two-day mid-patrol break and two recent BSFs (Brief stop for fuels/stores). Your staff quickly and professionally responded to all of our needs. My name is Ken King and I work for South Atlantic Fire Equipment Our LOGREQS were processed promptly, vehicles made available, Co. in Jacksonville, Fla. I am currently working with Williams Indus- stores were delivered upon arrival and fueling was completed in record trial Services, Inc. (a contractor on the base). We are doing the rangehoods time. Port Control cheerfully coordinated all of our requests. Specifi- and fire protection systems in various locations on the base. cally we would like to recognize the outstanding performance and as- This is my fourth visit to the Gitmo rock. I would like to compli- sistance of QMI(SW) Ted Wheeler, Port Services, SK2(SW) Dean ment all Gitmo residents. I have enjoyed my visits here and everyone May, Shipping/Receiving, BM2 Todd Brown, Port Services and FN has been extremely helpful and have made my visit here very pleasant. Jolene Jones, Port Services. I would like to extend a special thanks to the following: Williams The MWR staff also provided exceptional support. They arranged Industrial Services, Inc., Randi Scott, ROICC, Fire Department, Burns cable TV boxes and sporting equipment for the crew, provided morale & Roe, Villamar & Marina CDC, Cuban Club, Late Nite Cafe, Marine horseback riding and reserved Windmill Beach for a ship's party. Anna Galley, Gold Hill Galley, Elementary School, Leeward Galley, Clipper Bowers, Operation Uplift and Jerri Camarco, Outdoor Andventur Cen- Club, NEX Deli and Naval Hospital. Also a special thanks to the staff at ter went the extra mile to ensure the crew enjoyed Guantanamo Bay. the BOQ, thanks for a wonderful view and comfortable bed to sleep in. As a result of the.professionalism and responsiveness of your per- Again, thanks to all Gitmo residents for an enjoyable stay. I look sonnel, USS Tampa completed two efficient BSFs and enjoyed a two forward to future trips. day port call at Gitmo. Your assistance positively contributes to our mission accomplishment. Thanks for the support and please pass my appreciation on to your fine staff. 01 Ken King CDR R. J. Rabago, USCG South Atlantic Fire Equipment Co. Commanding Officer, USCGC Tampa

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at Granadillo Point. Units reported the smoke Drunk Driving was from a small brush fire caused by welding While on patrol, a unit observed a car ex- sparks. The Fire Department extinguished the ceeding posted speed limit on Sherman Ave. and fire. Marine Hill. The unit conducted a traffic stop 911 Rendered Assistance and noticed an odor of alcohol emitting from the The following incidents occurred Nov. 17 - Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a driver's breath. The suspect failed a field so- Nov. 23. This information was compiled from woman had passed out at the Dive Locker. An briety test and was transported to Base Police. the Base Police Desk Journal and in no way in- ambulance transported the woman to USNH for dicates the outcome of any investigations. It fur- The suspect consented to a breathalyzer test re- observation and treatment. sulting in a BAC of .156 and .145. The man ther should not be considered a statement of re- Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a man was released to his supervisor. sponsibility of any person or persons involved had cut his thumb on a meat slicer at the Marine While on patrol, a unit observed a pick-up in any investigation. Galley. The man was transported to USNH for crossing the centerline at Sherman and Marine Fire Alarm treatment and observation. Housing. The unit conducted Dispatch received a telephone call from the a traffic stop and Larceny of Personal Funds noticed an odor of alcohol emitting from the Fire Department dispatcher reporting a fire alarm Dispatch received a telephone call from a driver. He was transported to Base Police for a at the USNH. The cause of the alarm was dust complainant reporting missing funds from the field sobriety test. Units were unable to conduct from workers remodeling the phamacy. Reef Raiders cash till. The key is kept on top of a FST due to the man's physical condition. The Fire the cash till and there is unknown amount of man consented to a breathalyzer test resulting Dispatch received a911 call reporting smoke personnel who have access to Reef Raiders Dive in a BAC of .165 and .163. The man was re- Club. There was a total of $55 missing. There leased to the CDO. was no sign of forced entry. - Continued on Page 5 Conservation Operation Uplift entertains through the holidays Guantanamo Bay - Are you here unaccom- Further, to get you in the mood for the up- For the week of Nov. 17 - 23 panied? Not sure what you're going to do to coming holidays, a holiday door decorating con- Weekly Use 8,754,500 keep from getting the holiday blues? Operation test is being conducted by Operation Uplift. Uplift may have the cure. Anna Bowers, Mo- Don't forget to register your door by calling their Daily Avg. 1,250,643 rale, Welfare and Recreation Operation Uplift office at 2010 no later than 11 a.m., Dec. 12. Daily Goal 1,200,000 coordinator, said a host of activities are planned Be sure to leave your name, barracks location and room number. Judging will be held for We spent $531.75 over our goal this week. throughout the holiday season designed to keep you busy and entertained. Windward Dec. 12 and for Leeward Dec. 13. A Turkey Buster is scheduled for Thanks- Dec. 13 will also be Holiday Hustle on Leeward, giving Day at Windmill Beach. A live band, consisting of up to five different stations such "The Armadillos," are set to perform at the event. as wrapping a present and opening a present. Guantanamo -Bay In addition to live musical entertainment there A Wacky Olympics is set for Dec. 14 be- will be free food, free snorkeling gear rental, a hind the transient bachelor officers' quarters 3 on 3 volleyball tournament, a monster foot race building. Three-person teams will be formed to and more. A free shuttle is scheduled to run, participate in a variety of activities, such as a Naval Base making stops at the barracks. Call 2010 to ar- mud event, eating events and modified runs. Guantanamo Bay, Cuba range transportation. Bowers said Operation Uplift has planned a Silent Night Skedaddle for Dec. 18. Runners Commander, Naval Base Then, on Wednesday, go to the Operation CAPT Larry E. Larson Uplift recreation center for a Rasta tye-dyeing will depart from the Operation Uplift office area Public Affairs event. The cost is $2 and all of the supplies will for this fun run. JOCS(SW) D. G. Coulter be included. A Holiday Hayride is planned for Dec. 25 at Mrs. G. Lawson If you want to have your voice heard about 6 p.m. After opening your Christmas presents, IM1 D. J. Banyas join fellow Gitmo residents on a hayride that J02 R. S. Chemitzer Operation Uplift's programs, plan to attend the J02 K. M. Ellis last focus group meeting/luncheon for 1997 on will take you out to Windmill Beach for a cook- J03 T. M. Varner Dec. 4 at 11:30 a.m. The meeting will be held out roasting hot dogs and marshmallows for This newspaperis an authorized at the Operation Uplift recreation center located "s'mores." publication for members of the military service in the TBOQ, building 1670. Lunch will be pro- And to wrap up the year on Dec. 31, from 1I stationed overseas. Its contents vided for participants. The meeting is expected a.m. to 2 p.m., a Grinch Giveaway has been do not necessarily reflect the official views of scheduled. You've never heard ofa Grinch Give- the U.S. Government, the Departmentof to last approximately one hour. The meeting away? Bowers explained it's when you can give Defense orthe U.S. Navy and do not imply agenda will reflect on 1997 programs and set endorsement thereof. new goals for the upcoming 1998 year. away any of your unwanted Christmas presents Voice: 4502. 4819, 4003 RSVP with a positive or negative response to someone else who may get more use or enjoy- Fax:4520 by Tuesday with the name of your command rep- ment out of it than you would. E-mail: s [email protected] resentative who will be attending. This helps For more information on these or any other Http://home.earthlink.net/-rchernitzi with preparation for food quantity. Operation Uplift programs, call Bowers at 2010

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Academic Skills Learning Center - p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and Sat., noon to 4 4794- Making your career and academic goals p.m. a reality is as easy as ABC. Follow these three City Colleges of Chicago-4748-Atten- simple steps to a better future. tion all CCC students. We are looking for used Assess your career path. Are you able to Physical Science books for next term (7th edi- take advantage of Navy training and advance- tion only). If you have a Physical Science book ment opportunities? Build an action plan. Will to sell, contact Ellen or Jodi. Also for those stu- a better ASVAB score open more opportunities? dents interested in foreign languages, we are CRES returns to continue Is it time to prepare for college? Call the ASLC. conducting a survey to assess interest in French Cuban Rock Iguana study Free, self-paced instruction is available on and Japanese courses. Call or stop by. a flexible schedule to all active duty personnel. Troy State University-4782-The Term The San Diego Zoo Center for the This computer-based program helps you refresh III tentative schedule is available now. The term Reproduction of Endangered Species your basic academic skills in a quiet setting. Call starts Jan. 18 with registration beginning Jan. 8. (CRES) will be back in Gitmo studying our Peggy or Sophie, or stop by Room 11 at Navy Call and schedule an appointment with Reggi Iguanas. If you would like to meet with Campus today to pick up an application. to go over your transcripts beforehand. Don't them andparticipate in some of their work Hours: Mon., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 3-9 p.m.; forget, spouse tuition assistance is available from Dec. 7, please call Pat Martinez at 4662. I Tues., 2-7 p.m.; Wed. and Thurs., 10 a.m. to 7 Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society.

Page 4 * Wednesday, November 26 1997* pur. GITMO Recycle this Gazette event scheduk Sunday Community Christmas Tree Lighting - Tonight The 14-foot Christmas tree in the NEX atrium Thanksgiving Dance - The Student Gov- will be decorated and lighted Sunday at 1 p.m. ernment Association is sponsoring a dance for The preschoolers and kindergarteners will be grades four to six. The price of admission is putting their special ornaments on the tree. Get one canned food item per person, to be donated into the holiday spirit with Christmas caroling W to the community food bank. The dance kicks led by the Protestant Chapel Choir and the Bar- off at 5:30 p.m. at the elementary complex gym. bershop Chorus. Enjoy refreshements and a visit Y Thanksgiving Day from Santa Claus. 0 The Lighting of Harbor Lights Hill - Come Turkey Buster - Operation Uplift is spon- out and see the giant Christmas tree of lights. soring a special event featuring the live band t Santa will be there too. The fun starts at 6 p.m. "The Armadillos," free food, free snorkeling gear rental, a 3 on 3 volleyball tournament and other Dec. 4 Scouts gather 350 fun activities. The event starts at 11 a.m. at "A Night on Broadway" - W.T. Sampson Windmill Beach. High School Musical Department will present pounds offood AAC Thanksgiving Day Dinner - Every- this musical performance at 7 p.m. in the high On Saturday, 9 groups of Boy Scouts, Cub one is invited to share Thanksgiving dinner with school gym. Scouts and Girl Scouts participatedin an the African-American Club and their families. Dec. 7 annualworldwide food drive calledScouting It starts at 3 p.m. at the Teen Center. Dinner That Star - A Musical For for Food They collected about 350 pounds will be served at 3:30 p.m. Call PN1(SW) "Behold Christmas" will be performed by the Protes- of nonperishable food goods for the Robinson at 4370 or 7685 for more information. at 11 a.m. in the main chapel. community food locker at Chapel Hill. With Thanksgiving Dinner at the Bayview- The tant Chapel Choir * The musical, the help of recycling center personnel, the ayview will be serving a Thanksgiving meal created by Greg and Gail Skipper, is a story of the miracle of Christmas as told by kidr picked up donationsfrom doorsteps in from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The menu is set to in- a young shepard boy named Benjamin, played the housingareas andfrom a bin at the Navy clude turkey, green beans, mashed potatoes, by April Wagner. Exchange atrium. Participatinggroups smoked ham, giblet gravy, dinner rolls, fresh Director, Bruce Knecht said the story brings were: Boy Scout Troop 435; Cub Scout Pack cranberry sauce, tossed salad, mountain man back an awareness of what Christmas is all 401, composed of Bears Den 3, Wolves Den dressing, pumpkin pie, sweet potato pie and spe- about. "It's very easy to get into a routine and 2, Webleos Den 4 and Tiger Cubs Den 1; cial chocolate eclairs. FMI call 2531. Brownie Troop 4; Junior Troop 5; Junior Salabarria Hall (Leeward galley)- Leeward forget what Christmas really means. I think this performance is a good way to start the holiday Troop 7 and Cadette Troop 11. Recycling galley is serving breakfast from 6 to7:30 a.m., provided a truck and two drivers. brunch from 10 a.m. to noon and dinner from season," he said. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The holiday menu is chicken Dec. 10 noodle soup, deviled eggs, shrimp cocktail, roast "Little Christmas Lamb" - The Chapel Hill Ferry schedule for tom turkey, line-carved steamship round, glazed Youth Choir, directed by Theresa Beer, will per- Saturday Virginia ham, mashed potatoes, candied yams, form this musical drama at 7 p.m. in the main cornbread dressing, corn on the cob, green beans chapel. The story, written by Steven Elkins, de- Ferry services on Saturday will parisienne, giblet gravy, fresh dinner rolls, picts a little orphan girl who gives everything reflect a flight day vice a cheesecake, assorted pies, candy, cookies and she has as a gift for Christmas. This act brings assorted beverages. her into the arms of God. weekend day due to the Blotter change in the flight schedule. - Continuedfrom Page 2 Domestic Disturbance by apparent vandalism. Estimated cost of damages is $860. Dispatch received a phone call from a dependent reporting her spouse Larceny of Personal Property was physically and verbally abusing her. She stated he had poked her Dispatch received a walk-in complaint from a man stating he was several time in her left upper thigh with car keys, and attempted to bite missing parts from his motorcycle. Estimated cost of missing parts is her on her left arm. Units were dispatched to the scene and the $860. servicemember was transported to Base Police. A Military Protection Possible Counterfeit Bill @rder for 72 hours was issued by the CDO. Dispatch received a call reporting a possible counterfeit bill at the Wrongful Destruction of Personal Property Craftech Center. Criminal Investigations has assumed the case. Dispatch received call from a man reporting damage to his POV at Traffic Violations the DRMO lot. The damage consisted of a broken windshield, broken Monthly total: 109, weekly totals: eight written, one written warning left and right side mirrors and driver's side headlight. Damage was caused and 27 verbal warnings.

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1990 Jeep Cherokee Loredo, great condition, Small boat trailer. Call DWH 4888, AWH Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01/LGS-0189-3, The SK8 park opens - Grand Opening clean, 4x4, power everything, A/C, tinted 7367. Youth Center; Recreation Assist. NF-0189-02/ today at 6 p.m. at the old tennis courts windows, new alternator, tires and battery LGS-0189-04, Marina; I.D. CheckerNF-0085- behind the Youth Center. Free pizza and less than 1-year-old, $6,500. Call Aaron Child's plastic sandbox. Call 3069. 01/LGS-0085-03, Post 46, Motor vehicle drinks will be available. The Teen Center DWH 2272, AWl 2574. operator NF-5703-05/LWG-5703-05, Post 46; will be closed due to the opening. Jogging stroller in good condition. Call 7792. Auto skills shop/vehicle maintenance manager 1987 Suzuki Samurat,4x4, A/C, great vehicle NF-l 101-03/LGS-1101-06 Safety/Security Thrift Savings Plan-Open season fortthe TSP for Gitmo or states, good for divers or anyone Twin size bed andswing set. Call 2473 anytime. Clerk NF-Il01-02/LGS-l101/05, Gold Hill will end Jan. 31. During this period, eligible who wants to feel the fresh air of paradise, Towers; Operations clerk/front desk clerk, NF- employees may elect/change their TSP 52.500 OBO. Call AWH 2632, DWH 4183. Piano in good condition. Call 4074 1l01-02/LGS-1101-05, Gold Hill Towers. contributions. Elections made prior to Jan. 2 Applications are accepted at MWR Personnel will be effective Jan. 4. Questions may be 1984 Chevy Blazer, 4WD diesel, runs YARD SALES office on Admin Hill or call 4317 or 4323. directed to Debbie Veazey in the Human excellent. Combined with 22 ft. Bonanza Resource Office at 4612 or 4430. Cruiser, $11,000. Call DWH 4767, AWH Human Resources Office has the following 7469. Community yard sale - Saturday, Caribbean positions available: Computer Specialist, GS- Leave and earnings statements (LES) - the Circle, 7 a.m. until ? Come out and walk the 0334-11; Accounting Technician, GS-0525- statements will have a new look as of Feb. 28. 1982 Honda Accord LX 5 speed, 2-door, neighborhood and check out the bargains. 05/06. FMI call Sharon at 4612 or 4101. A description of the DJMS LES can be found good condition, AM/FM stereo cassette, on the internet at http://www.psad.navy/ S1.500. Call Lito DWH 2404, AWH 7958. Garage sale - Saturday Bldg. 804 parking lot W.T. Sampson School is looking for a certified djmswebl.htn. (next to Bulkeley Hall), 7 a.m. to noon. art teacher and a part-time lunch monitor (two 1980 Gituto Ford Fainnont Wagon, $800. Everything from A to Z. All donations will go hours per day). Call 3500. Alcoholics Anonymous -The meeting place Call DWH 3230. AWH 7116. to the Brianne LaCroix find. and times for meetings have changed. New Troy State is looking for instructors in the location is Chapel Hill room 18 on Mon, Wed, 1979 Dodge D-50, $550. Call AWH 2835. Santa needs room sale - Saturday, Nob Hill following areas: Economics, Strategic Sat, 7 p.m. 22B, 7 a.m. until? Books, toys, Little Tikes Management, Human Resources, Computers, 1969 VW Bug, excellent mechanical ride-on toys, 1-2-3 bike, kid's clothes, shoes, Organizational Development, World Religions, Installation of backflow preventers - John condition, completely newly rebuilt engine, house hold items, ski machine, check it out. Ethics, Speech and Marketing. A master's Brown Service Inc. will be contacting all base all new suspension system, new brake system, degree with a concentration of courses is residents over the next several months to new tires, new stereo system, etc. First Moving Sale - Saturday, Villamar 2228A (on required. Call Reggi Drake at 4782 FMI. schedule appointments. The backflow $1,500 takes it. Call Keith at 72112, 3376. first street) 8 to 10:30 a.m. No early birds. Lots preventers will be installed in all toilets and on of infant/children's clothing, small Christmas all hose bibs. These are safety devices that will tree, toddler bed, wood full bunk bed, lots of MEETINGS prevent water from flowing back into the water BOATS misc. supply. FMI call 4162. CBQ Advisory Board meeting - Enlisted 17.5' Zodiac boat with trailer, $250. Call Yard Sale - Saturday, Windward Loop 28D, 7 CBQ Advisory meeting, Dec. 2, 1 p.m. at Craftech Center - Christmas classes or rc 7333. a.m. till? Lots of kids' toys and clothes, gas the SBEQ at the 2nd deck lounge. All wreaths, Christmas swags and fabric and grill, other misc. enlisted personnel with questions and Victorian egg ornaments are available. FMI New Yamaha 85 hp outboard, $3,500. 22 ft concerns please submit them to your CBQ call 2354. Pontoon, no engine, $1,000. Call 2402. Crafter's Yard Sale - scheduled for Saturday at representative. All questions or concerns Kittery Beach 363D has been rescheduled for should be given to the front desk supervisor Car Wash - Take a break during the 1983 24' Formula, cuddy cabin, rebuilt 350 Dec. 6 at Fandango Air. FMI call AWH 2809 NLT Nov. 24. Thanksgivingholiday andlettheW.T. Sampson Chevy, new lower unit, canopy top, fish Yearbook Staff wash your cars for you. The finder, lots ofothernewparts, asking$10,000 Parent Advisory Board Meeting - for staff will have their car wash Saturday from 9 OBO. Call Dale DWH 4961, AWH 3220. PETS Child Development Program. Dec. 10, 3 a.m. to 1 p.m. p.m. at the Windjammer (second floor). Free dog to loving home. Leaving the island All command representatives are requested Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society - is MISCELLANEOUS and must find a good home for Chow/Sharpei to attend. Meeting is open to all parents. taking appointments for STAP applications for mix. Shots up to date and microchipped. FMI Term III. Call 4394. Full/twinwood framed bunk bed, S150. White call Shane or Ann Marie DWH 4510, AWH Photo Club Meeting-Tuesday at 6 p.m. at toddler bed with guard rail, $25. Call DWH 2435. the photo lab. FMI call Reggi Drake at Turkey Buster-ThanksgivingDayat Windmill 7139. 7974. Beach. Featuring "The Armadillos," free food, AND FOUND free transportation (call 2010 to arrange), free King size bed, Lowry organ, recliner. Call LOST Senior Petty Officer Association Meeting snorkeling rental,3 on 3 volleyball tournament, Pat DWH 4506, AWH 2039. - Today at 3:30 p.m. at the Bayview Club. monster foot race and more. FMI call 2010. Found: One swim fin at Windmill Beach. You All First and Second Class Petty Officers 15 x 18' plush mint green carpet, $150. 12x 12' name it you claim it. Call Tim at 4952. are welcome to attend. African-American Club Thanksgiving Day dark green carpet (new), $70. Solid oak Dinner - No family? No galley? Few friends? entertainment center, $400 firm. Call DWI Found: Marine ring found in die water at 100th Anniversary Committee Meeting No money? No place to be or go? You are 4172, AWil 3208. Windmill Beach. Call and identify at 7020. - There will be an initial, kick-off meeting invited to be with AAC members and families for all those interested in participating in Thanksgiving Dayat theTeen Centeron Marina Carpets - one 12x 15 mauve carpet, $40. Two the planning for the 100th Anniversary Point 3 p.m. until ? Dinner will be served at 6 ft. mauve runners, $5 each. One 8 ft. mauve JOBS Celebration of Gitmo, which will occur 3:30 p.m. FMI call PNI(SW) Robinson DWH runner, $8. Two 3x5 mauve runners, $3 June 1998. The meeting will be held Dec. 4370, AWH 7685, MS2 EdwardsDWH 3321, each. One 8 ft. country blue runner, $8. One MWR isaccepting applications forthe following I at 2 p.m. in the CO's conference room in AW-I7780 or MS I McCall DWH 4147, AWH 8x12 beige and white carpet, $30. Beige positions: CDC Program Assist. GSE -1702- Bulkeley Hall. If you have any questions 7535. recliner. $100. All in new condition. Call 02,03/04, Child Development Center; Custodial or are interested but can' make the meeting DWIt 4665, AWII 2759. Worker, NA-3899-02/LWG-3566-02, Gold call CDR Wagner at 4125. Take out spaghetti dinner - W.T. Sampson HillTowers;RecreationAid, NF-0189-01/LGS- High School A.V.I.D. classes will sponsor die Gravity Rider exercise bike, excellent 0189-03, Marina; Recreation Aid, NF-0819- dinner Nov. 29. Meal includes spagh r t, condition. $25. Call 2473 anytime. 01 /LGS-0189-03, Operation Uplift; Recreation SERVICES meat sauce, salad, garlic bread and di r Aid NF-0189-02/LGS-0189-03, Outdoor $5. Dinners will be available for pick-Win Diamond tennis bracelet, very pretty - must Adventure Center; Recreation Aid/BingoNF- Need a sitter? Call 4060 and reach a club high school. For tickets, contact any A.V.I.D see. $550 firm. Call 7788. 0189-01/LGS-0l189-03, Windjammer; of Red Cross certified sitters. student or call 3500.

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Community Christmas Tree Lighting - Jingle Bell Trail Rides - Every Sunday in Marina Point CDC - will be closed for Marina Point CDC - The center will offer The 14-foot tree in the NEX atrium will be December for children 7-years-old and up. evening drop-in care on the following New Year's Eve child care. Reservation decorated and lighted on Sunday at I p.m. Includes a 45 minute ride with cookies and Saturdays: Dec. 20, 27 and Jan. 3. FMI call deadline is Dec. 15. There must be at least Preschoolers and kindergarteners will be sno cones after. Fee is S5. Bring some 2125 or 4483. seven children signed up to offer the service. decorating it with their special ornaments. jingle bells to tie on your horse. For adults, FMI call 2125. Get into the holiday spirit with Christmas there will be a jingle bell ride Dec. 1I at 5 Federal employees' health benefits - Open caroling led by the Chapel Choir and p.m. Sing Christmas carols while enjoying season for the FEHB program began Nov. 10 ANNOUNCEMENTS Barbershop Chorus. Enjoy the refreshments the mountain trails. FMI call Wanda or and will end close of business Dec. 8. During while you feel the chill in the air and watch Wilfred at 2381. this period, employees may elect/change health George Elmior and Angela Blyther announce out ! Santa Claus will arrive on island to benefits coverage. Elections made during this the birth of their baby girl. Shanice Latay join the celebration. PWD Christmas Party - Dec. 6 at the open season will be effective Jan. 4. Questions on Nov.7 at 7 lbs. 2 oz. and 20 inches. Windjammer. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner may be directed to Debbie Veazey in the Human Harbor Lights - The lighting of the starts at 7 p.m. The public is welcome. Resource Office at 4612 or 4430. A big thanks goes to our friends at the Christmas lights on Harbor Lights Hill will Tickets on sale at PWD admin. $8 per Youth Center for their help at the Beuna be Sunday at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be person. Great door prizes, dress is Sunday Musical performance - W.T. Sampson High Vista Horse Show held Nov. 15. Scott and available and Santa will be there. best to semi-formal. Live music by Robert School Music Department will present "A Night Mike, you rule! Capps, Don Waters and Billie Gartman. on Broadway," Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. in the high From your horsey friends Holiday flight schedule -The Friday flight Space is limited, so buy tickets early. FMI school gym. The community is invited and after Thanksgiving will go on Sat. (Nov. call Earlene Helms at 4655 or 4171. donations will be accepted at the door. Happy belated birthday wish to my little 29). The Friday flight after Christmas will Approximately 50 choral, band and music princess Ryan Otero and My wife A.C. go on Sat. (Dec. 27). Gitmo BBS - The Gitmo BBS will students have prepared a wonderful show for Love Daddy/Husband discontinue Nov. 30. Anyone interested in your enjoyment. Please come and enjoy this Secret Santa special delivery service - Send taking over as system administrator? Please evening with us. Where were you the night of January 16? someone a gift and have it delivered Dec. 16 for call Kim DWH 2277, AWH 7124. a $6 fee. FMI call 2354 or 4483. Outdoor Adventure Center live nativity Post Office - li order to provide our customers scene - A reenactment of the Christmas Worship Services with additional opportunities to mail holiday story will be held Christmas Eve at 7 p.m. packages, the post office will be open on in the stable pasture ot Sherman Ave. Catholic Services Church of Christ - Lay Led Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Now directly behind the vet clinic. Volunteers Monday, Friday - 11:35 a m. Hospital Sunday - 9:30 a.m. through Dec. 13. During this period, special including shepherd, wise men and stage (2nd deck solarium) Sunday School in alls will be held on Saturday afternoons. hands are needed. Call 2381 FMI. Tuesday - 11:35 a m. Marine Barracks I0:30 a.mt. Worship Service l1 be announced on the radio and by the (warrior room) 6 p.m. Worship Service appy face flag. Holiday stamps are now Christmas ornament contest - Drop off Wednesday - 11:35 a.m. Leeward Chapel Sanctuary B for sale at the Post Office. your handmade Christmas ornaments at the Thursday - 11:35 a.tmt. Bulkeley Hall Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day community library at the high school (classroom A) Saints - Lay Led Operation Uplift Door Decorating Contest - between Dec. 1 -24. Categories are 6- Saturday - 5:30 p.m. Mass (main chapel) Sunday - 9:30 a.m. Judging will begin on Windward the afternoon years-old and under, 7 to 12-years-old, 13 Sunday 9:15 a.m. Mass (main chapel) Worship Service of Dec. 12, and the morning of Dec. 13 for to 18-years-old and adult. A gift certificate Sunday - 12 p.t. Mass - Spanish Sonctuary A Leeward. In order for judging to take place, from Craftech will be awarded for the most *Saturdayconfessions 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. or Leeward Chapel participants must call 2010 and leave their original ornament using local natural by appointment Sunday 1:30 p. m. Worship name, barracks location and room number. resources. FMI call 3188. Jewish Sabbath Services 2:30 Fellowship Call 2010 FMI. Friday - 6 p. m. Protestant & Catholic Special Children's Story Time - Christmas stories Sanctuary A Holiday Services Bike Shack special service-. will be read at each session in the month of Protestant Service For Christmas, Nov. 27 Santa has asked the guys at the bike shack to December, Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for 2 to Sunday -9:30 a.m. 9 a. m. Roman CatholicMass help him out this holiday season, so they will be 3-year-olds, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. for 4 Religious Education main chapel helping put together the bikes Santa will be to 5-year-olds. Located at the community Sunday-ll am. 10 a m. ProtestantService delivering Christmas Eve. This service will be library at the elementary school. FMI call ProtestantService main chapel available from Dec. 13 to 20 with the exception 3722. Sunday - 12:30 p.m. Dec. 24 of Dec. 17. Call 2381 FMI. Gospel Praise Service Roman Catholic Vigil Service, 5 p.m. Christmas boat parade and party - Dec. 14 Seventh Day Adventist main chapel Funky sneaker contest- at the youth center at Pelican Pete's. Parade begins at 6 p.m. All Lay Led Protestant Candlelight Service, " p.m. Dec. 6 at noon. Register at the Youth boats and spectators are welcome. Register by Sunday - 9:30 & 11 a.m. main chapel Center between Monday and Dec. 5. Dec. 7. FMI call 2345. SanctuaryB Roman CathloicMidnight Mass Sneakers must be well worn and have no Saturday - 3:30 & 5 p.m. main chapel artificial odors, $1. entry fee. Prizes will go End of the year craft fair - Pick up that last SancitaryB Dec. 25 to the funkiest sneakers in 1st, 2nd and 3rd minute Christmas gift at the craft fair Dec. 13 United Jamaican Fellowship ProtestantService, 10 a m. place. FMI call Ben at 5023 or 4658. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Windjammer. Lay Led Sunday - 9:30 a. t. Sunday School - Bldg. Windmill Beach Roman Catholic Mass. 10 a.m. Thanksgiving dance - The Student Guess the cans contest - Stop by the NEX 1036 main chapel Government Association will sponsor a atrium between Dec. 6 and 13 and guess the (Next to Phoenix Cable) Dec. 31 Thanksgiving dance for grades four to six number of cans in the box. Winner will be Sunday- 11 a.n. & 6 p.m. Roman Catholic Vigil Mass. 5 p.m. tonight from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Elementary announced Dec. 13 at the Downtown Lyceum Fellowship Service main chapel Complex gym. The price of admission is after the parade. FMI call 4376. Bldg. 1036 Protestant Watch Night Service, 10 p.m. one canned good item per person, to be Assembly of God - Lay Led Jan. 1 donated to the community food bank. -Youth bike rodeo - Bring your parents and Sunday - I2:30 p.m. Worship Service. Roman Catholic Mass. 10 a m. ted food donations will be accepted if your bike to the Youth Center Dec. 6 at 10 Sanctuary B main chapel ig the dance or not. There will be a a.m. and learn all about bike safety, and other Pentecostal Gospel Temple Service and drink special for $1. FMI cool things to do on your bike. You can also Sunday - 8 atm. Bldg. 991B contact any member of the Student earn your very own bike license with your Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Service Government Association or the complex photo on it. Free admission and snacks. FMI Sunday 10 a.m. SanctuaryA sponsor, Taylor Edwards. call 2381. Bible Study, Thursday :30 p.m.

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