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AIR SHOW GRAND STAND AREA FREE FOR MILITARY AND DEPENDENTS! (SEE FLYER ON PG 7) Are you ready for the Air Show? Whoo hoo! The Grandstands provide a great view from general admission bleacher seats and include an Air Show souvenir program. Grandstand Seating is FREE to Active Duty, Retirees, Reservists and their families and Miramar DoD (with valid military I.D.). Military Discounted Tickets can be purchased for guests (limit one guest per military I.D.). For more information on ticketing, please visit http://www.miramarairshow.com/tickets.html#mdtinfo. These prices are for Friday's show only. Discount is open to active duty and family members, both with valid DoD ID card. Regular prices apply to all patrons for Saturday and Sunday shows. Adult Child (3-11 years) Grandstand FREE FREE Regular Box Seating $12 $9 Premium Box Seating $15 $11 Group of 10 Premium Box is $130 Observation Deck Chalet $33 $21 Flight Deck Chalet $53 $30 Semper Fi Chalet $69 $47 Please remember that the Air Show is free for anyone to attend, you may bring a blanket and sit on the tarmac on the Western and Eastern ends of the runway or just walk around and look up! For more information, please visit http://www.miramarairshow.com/. FREE TICKETS FOR MILITARY FAMILIES: ETHAN BORTNICK IN CONCERT Free Tickets Available for Military Families. Classics 4 Kids is proud to offer free tickets for servicemembers and their families to this incredible concert experience this Sunday. Tickets must be pre-ordered by calling: (619) 231-2311. Ethan Bortnick and His Musical Time Machine have performed on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Oprah, and Good Morning America will perform at the Balboa Theatre Downtown this Sunday, September 25 at 3:00pm. Ethan is the youngest person to ever host a prime-time PBS special, and recently completed filming and composed original songs for his first feature film, "Anything is Possible." Aside from his exceptionally gifted talents, Ethan has helped raise over $30 million for children's charities and is one of the youngest philanthropists in the nation. Experience a uniquely gifted musician and entertainer in a show that's magical and inspiring for all ages! Service Members, please call us to pre-order and reserve your tickets at: (619) 231-2311, Sunday, September 25, 2011, 3:00 PM, Balboa Theatre Downtown, 868 4th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101. For more information, please visit www.classics4kids.com MIRAMAR WOMENS CONFERENCE 2011 The conference is open to all women (dependent, DOD, or AD) no matter their command. There is no cost for AD or dependents, and only $17 for DOD/Civilians. Healthy Living in Body, Relationships, and Purpose! Airman Memorial Chapel, MCAS Miramar. Saturday - October 29, 2011 9am 4pm (Check-in & coffee @ 8:30). Cost: Military - Free; Civilian - $17. Lunch provided. Free childcare for Military families (deadline for childcare sign up is Oct. 14). Speakers: Tracie Moss & Elizabeth Winn http://www.livingwellministry.com. Please register by Oct. 27th at http://www.eventzilla.net/web/event?EventID=201108293473 or come by Airman Memorial Chapel (x1333). NEW SERIES: MARRIED & LOVING IT Through interactive classes participants will learn new skills to increase their commitment to each other while learning how to sustain a vibrant and happy marriage. Participants can be: Dating/ Engaged Couples / Married / Separated / Considering Marriage /Remarriage / Divorced and not considering marriage again (Yes, the class is called Married & Loving It, but everyone in these categories can attend). The dates for this 5 class series are: Oct 13, 18, 20, 25, and 27, 1300-1500 At Bldg 2525 (Marine & Family Programs) Registration deadline is: Sep 29, 2011. Free Day Care Available! Contact Behavioral Health with questions at: (858) 577-6585. To see class topics, visit http://www.mccsmiramar.com/pdfs/MALI-flier.pdf. To register online, visit http://www.mccsmiramar.com/cc-rsvp-form-mali.html.
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BABY DEVILFISH ANNOUNCEMENT Congrats to Sgt Hanley (Airframes) and his fiance Audrey Baughman for the birth of their baby girl. Name: Sophia Marie Hanley, Born: 10 September 2011, 5:40 p.m., Weight: 6 lbs 10ozs, Height: 15 inches, Born at: Rancho Springs Medical Center, Murietta, Ca. Mom and baby are doing fine. Congrats to LCpl Bentley (Airframes) and his wife Candice for the birth of their baby girl. Name: Payton Oeigh Bentley, Born: 14 September 2011, 1:45 p.m., Weight: 7 lbs 12ozs, Height: 20 inches, Born at: UCSD Medical Center, Hillcrest, San Diego, Ca. Mom and baby are doing fine. Congrats to LCpl Weatherby (GSE) and his wife Arianna for the birth of their baby girl. Name: Riley Weatherby, Born: 19 September 2011, 12:52 a.m., Weight: 8 lbs 6ozs, Height: 20 inches, Born at: NMC San Diego, Ca. Mom and baby are doing fine SITTERCITY MILITARY PROGRAM. (SEE FLYER ON PG 8) The sitter scramble is on! Military families everywhere are beginning their search for the right after-school sitter, particularly those families who have made their PCS moves through the summer and are looking for caregivers in their new location. The U.S. DOD has renewed its contract with Sittercity to fund free Sittercity memberships for all Army, Marine, Navy and Air Force families, including active duty, reserve and guard. Sittercity has helped tens-of-thousands of military families find the right caregiver for their family since the programs launch in Jan 2010. In fact, Sittercity connects a caregiver with a military family every nine minutes! During this high need time for military families to find certified and military subsidized care providers, wed love for you to help us spread the word about this free and beneficial program. Visit www.sittercity.com/dod for more information and to activate memberships at no cost. If you would like more information, please contact lauren@sittercity.com or (312) 324-0757. LOS ANGELES, CA VETERAN OPPORTUNITY EXPO -- 10/06/11 Veteran Opportunity Expo in LOS ANGELES, CA. RecruitMilitary is producing this Expo in cooperation with the American Legion to benefit veterans, transitioning military personnel, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members. Veteran-friendly employers, franchisors, and educational institutions will be in attendance offering a variety of opportunities. Its not often that you get an exclusive opportunity to meet face-to-face with veteran-friendly recruiters and to network with other veterans about career opportunities. Heres your chance! EVENT DETAILS: Thursday, October 6, 2011 11 AM 3 PM, The Home Depot Center, 18400 Avalon Boulevard - Carson (Greater Los Angeles), CA 90746 I invite you to download the poster for this free event. You can print, post, and/or forward it to anyone who may benefit: http://recruitmilitary.com/expos/389-Carson-Greater-Los-Angeles/candidates/poster.pdf Or you can direct anyone who would like to register for the event to our candidate information page: https://recruitmilitary.com/expos/389-Carson-Greater-Los-Angeles/candidates/information Thank you for all you do for our country, our military personnel, and their families. If you have any questions about this event or RecruitMilitary, please contact Anthony Carney, U.S. Army Veteran, Military Marketing Specialist, Direct Line (513) 677-7088, anthony.carney@recruitmilitary.com. 2011 MALS-11 MARINE CORPS BALL (SAVE THE DATE) Here is the latest information on the 2011 MALS-11 Marine Corps Ball. When: Friday November 4th 2011. Where: Grand Ballroom, Pechanga Resort and Casino, Temecula, CA. Rooms: Rooms can be reserved by phone at 888-732-4264 or online at http://www.pechanga.com/ (***NOTE***reservations made on-line will incur an immediate charge for the requested stay). Room rates are based on a $40 discount off of the seasonal rate for the day of the ball. The discounted rate for standard rooms will be $159 and upgrades will be at $40 below the seasonal rate for that night only. The promotional code to get the rate is "CMALS1111". Be sure to mention that your reservation is for the November 4th, MALS-11 Marine Corps Ball. Parking: Parking at Pechanga is absolutely free. 2011 LONG BEACH MARATHON 2011 (SEE FLYER ON PG 10) Heres a running/biking opportunity for our Marines/Sailors. DOD employees and Families. Great way to get a Marine presence up in Long Beach! LINKS Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge & Skills. L.I.N.K.S. offers an orientation to the Marine Corps lifestyle, helping Marines and their families understand and adapt to the unique challenges military life often presents. Sessions cover military pay, deployment, base services, moving and much more. For more info or for registration, call 858-577-4918/4810.
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ITT TICKETS-PADRES AND DISNEY ON ICE Buy 1 get 1 FREE Padre tickets are available at the Miramar ITT/Travel Office. (While supplies last). Tickets for this special price includes the Cubs game on Tuesday the 27th and Wednesday the 28th of September. Sections available are Field level 103, 112, & 114. LAST CHANCE: Military discounted tickets are available until 2:00pm, Saturday, September 24th at the Miramar ITT Office for "DISNEY ON ICE". Full price tickets will still be available at the venue (Sports Arena) and Ticketmaster. Show dates are October 5-9, 2011 - prices range from $12.50 to $19.00 - For more information contact Miramar ITT at (858) 577-4141. BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH OCTOBER, 2011 AT NMC SAN DIEGO, (BALBOA) Womens Health Day, 5th October, 2011 1000-1400, NMCSD Courtyard *Walk-in Mammograms & Cervical Screenings *Health and Wellness Extravaganza *Hospital Tours *Doctors Panel to answer any health questions (12-1330) Breast Cancer Survivor Day, 21st October, 2011 1300-1600, NMCSD Softball Field * Are you a breast cancer survivor or have a loved one who is a breast cancer survivor? * Come celebrate and remember women who have been affected by this disease * Go to Facebook.com/NMCSD for more info MCAS MIRAMAR YOUTH SPORTS SOCCER REGISTRATION Miramar Youth Sports is now accepting Registration for 2011 Fall Soccer. Season Runs From October 22 - December 17, 2011. Ages 4-14 Years Participate Fee $50.00 Includes- Jersey, Shorts, Socks, Pictures and Trophy. 8 games-18 practice days (Mon-Weds or Tues-Thurs). Ages 3 Years Smart Start Soccer Participate Fee $50.00 Includes- Jersey, Shorts, Socks and Pictures. (6 weeks-one hour per week course, days depends on coach) Limited Space Sign Up Early! To register please call 858-577-6530 BALL GOWN GIVEAWAY! OCT 16TH Clean out your closet and let your evening gowns benefit someone else. MCCS is seeking gently used gowns and formals for the Ball Gown Giveaway and Women's Expo on Oct 16, 2011. Please drop off your gowns at the Marine & Family Programs office, Bldg 2525 (next to the Marine Mart), Mon-Fri 0800-1600. We're accepting gowns all the way up to Oct 14th. And don't miss out on Oct 16th to pick out a FREE gown for your Ball! (more info on this event coming soon) MCRD BALL GOWN GIVEAWAY/FASHION SHOW OCT 14TH Marine Corps Recruit Depot MCCS is hosting a Ball Gown Giveaway and Fashion show on Friday 14 October, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. At the Bay View Restaurant Lawn. Active Duty spouses choose one free formal gown and accessories. Donations of gently used ball gowns are greatly appreciated and accepted at BLDG 6E, Mon-Fri 7:30 am to 4:00 p.m. thru 13 Oct. THE FLYING LEATHERNECKS MIKE PHILBIN MEMORIAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT (26 SEPTEMBER 2011) It's time to play golf at the luxurious Del Mar Country Club. The date is 26 September 2011. The 2011 tournament is named in memory of Mike Philbin, a Foundation board member who passed away unexpectedly earlier this year. This year we are honored to have Medal of Honor Recipient Jay Vargas, PGA Hall of Fame member Gene Littler and former NFL player & sports celebrity Jim Laslavic as special guests. For a tournament flyer refer to their website www.flyingleathernecks.org for sponsorships/signups and additional information. The tournament is open to active duty military, retired and civilian personnel. POC at the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation is, Jay Bibler, at 858-693-1723. For registration form please see your FRO.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The Great Escape Air Show Volunteer Opportunity, Friday, September 30th, POC is Rebecca Harris at 577-6171 or harrisrj@usmc-mccs.org Who: All MCAS Miramar Enlisted Service Members, Need 35-40 Volunteers! What: Student Day at the Air Show- We will be setting up the Event, giving tour guides, handing out tickets/wristbands, working booths and clean up during/after event. When: Friday, September 30th. Time: 0700-1730. Meet: 0645 (IMPORTANT - Please be prompt) at the designated Flightline area. Dress Attire: TBA Receive: Letter of Appreciation, t-shirt, snacks and lunch. If you are an Active Duty Enlisted Service Member volunteering for this event, please send me an email including: Rank Name (First and Last), Unit, Work Ext., Cell Phone Number, Email Address, SNCO name/contact info. SNCO verification signature. Please reply to Rebecca Harris by 1700 on Wednesday, September 28th. If you have any questions or need any assistance regarding the volunteer opportunity up to the departure time please contact Rebecca Harris, The Great Escape at 577-6171 or harrisrj@usmc-mccs.org. OPERATION HOMEFRONT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Presenters-Along with providing the services we do, one aspect of that is educating military members and their families on those services at PreDeployment briefs on military bases and facilities. We need enthusiastic volunteers to do just that, meeting with military command representatives and explaining the mission and purpose of OHSoCal. Usually just a two-hour time commitment, it involves delivering a brief and manning a booth to answer questions from military members and their families regarding the services provided by OHSoCal. Client-Service Representative-We receive many calls and applications daily from military families requesting assistance. Our Client Service Representatives (CSRs) work with families to assess their needs and complete the application for assistance. If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity to fit your schedule, will allow you to perform duties in your home and give you a real opportunity to make a real difference, become a CSR today! CSRs interact with our clients on a personal level to assess the client's needs and how Operation Homefront can meet them. CSRs may also interact with donors and service providers to arrange for client assistance. This is a flexible position that allows you to perform most duties in your own home and set your own hours depending on caseload. Average time investment is about 3 to 10 hours weekly. We provide full training and support. Warehouse Volunteers-When a family has need of an item that we have stored in our warehouses in Escondido and on Naval Base San Diego, they meet with one of our Warehouse Volunteers to open the doors to the warehouse, help them find the item and load it into their vehicle. Currently, we need people to fill this role of meeting with our clients and getting them the items they need. Email David Michael at david.michael@operationhomefront.net if you are interested. CAMP PENDLETON AREA EVENTS 4th Annual Family Legacy and Leadership Expo: "Join Together. End Domestic Violence. Are You In?" Pacific Views South Mesa Club, October 20th, 2011, The Marine Corps campaign against domestic violence is ongoing and every year we commemorate October as Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness Month. The 4th Annual Family Legacy and Leadership Expo will not only be a resource fair, but an interactive educational event to feature guest speakers Maj Goode, from Base Legal and Jeffrey Bucholtz, Director of We End Violence. Maj. Goode will speak on the Lautenberg Amendment, Potential Career Impact, and the Legal Process. Jeffrey Bucholtz will present Before it Happens: Realistic Strategies for Preventing Relationship Violence and The Hiding: A Conversation about Male Victims of Relationship Violence. Participants should be Active Duty, spouses or members of the military community. The best solution is to prevent violence before it starts. In an effort to combat intimate partner violence and help create a healthy and stable environment for families, Counseling Services is proposing that, with Command support, we can implement the Expo as a prevention initiative to educate our Marines, their families and support staff. Live in the Camp Pendleton area? Check out the Camp Pendleton MCCS website for events, activities and special coupons. Marine Corps Community Services at http://mccscp.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a5187750b86993a94ec406261&id=fdce5c8610&e=c868ccc243

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MCCS HAPPENINGS Sept 24 & 25 -Coronado Speed Festival, Gates Open at 8 a.m., NAS North Island, www.mwrtoday.com Sat, Sept 24 -Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Budget for Baby Class, 1 2:30 p.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, 577-1807 Sun, Sept 25 -Football Sundays, 9 a.m., Legends Sports Grill, Breakfast Burritos, Drink Specials All Day Mon, Sept 26 -Flying Leathernecks Mike Philbin Memorial Golf Tournament, Del Mar Country Club, 858-693-1723 Tues, Sept 27 -Tobacco Cessation Class (3 of 3), 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m., Semper Fit Center, 858-577-1331 -Tug-A-War Challenge, 11:30 a.m., The Great Escape, 858-577-6171 Thurs, Sept 29 -Air Show Kick-Off Party, 4 p.m., Live Band, Giveaways & More, Officers Club, 858-577-4808 Sept 30 Oct 2 *MCAS Miramar Air Show, www.miramarairshow.com Fri, Sept 30 -Air Show After Party, 3 p.m., Live Band, Burger Bar, Officers Club, 858-577-4808 SAN DIEGO ARMED SERVICES YMCA VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITES FOR ACTIVE DUTY: Go to the following address to see all the volunteer opportunity for the month of September 2011. http://militaryymca.com/index.php?option=com_eventlist&Itemid=99999999&func=details&did=827. WHAT WE DO: Please click http://militaryymca.us1.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=10402c319c&e=ce7228e8f2 to see our September PhotoSnapshot : Wounded Warriors honored at the Chargers, Aaron's Aces at the Padres with ASYMCA, Horseback riding and camp surf fun and more! FAMILY BONDING: We have a last minute Family Camp Opportunity to Camp Surf. We will be taking families first come first serve to complete registration packets by September 28th. Family Camp is at Camp Surf from September 30th to October 2nd. Click http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage2.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=9b936aea03&e=ce7228e8f2 for all details. FAMILY BONDING: Looking for weekend plans? Do you know Fleet Week's Speedfest is free for Military and Dependents? http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=225eef4242&e=ce7228e8f2 for all information on this fun, free event. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: School has begun and the FREE afterschool skill building Operation Hero program is gearing up to begin. If you child attends Vista La Mesa Academy, Hancock, Miller, Dewey, or Silver Strand Elementary and is in the 2nd to 5th grade please click http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=efc60ca597&e=ce7228e8f2 to learn more about the program. FAMILY BONDING: Come check out YCOs fall programs during Open House Week, Oct. 3rd to 7th. Enjoy morning refreshments while learning about the seven weekly programs held at different community locations. Click http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=57f2c078c5&e=ce7228e8f2 to find a program near you! CONNECT MORE: With a chance to win a pair of free Charger Tickets this season. Tickets are often donated to us last minute, and we contact interested military who sign up for our 2011 Season Charger Interest List, click http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage2.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=2c27c413d1&e=ce7228e8f2 to sign up. Ticket Tip: We post small ticket batches on our Facebook page http://militaryymca.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=3f2bf69f99&e=ce7228e8f2, and large batches to the Interest List. Hint, we might be posting to Facebook this afternoon. Thank you Chargers for your support! GIVE BACK: By attending our annual Holiday Treasures Craft Fair and shop early for the Holidays on October 28th. Click http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage1.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=0f2183e45f&e=ce7228e8f2 for all information.

**Do you know of anything going on around town or base? Help the FRO get in the KNOW! Call Anthony at 858-577-6418 or email anthony.hernandez1@usmc.mil.
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BOB HOPE THEATER *Indicates Last Showing, Theater closed Monday and Tuesdays for info call 858-577-4142. Fri, Sept 23: 30 Minutes or Less (R) 6:30 p.m. *The Change Up (R) 9:00 p.m. Sat, Sept 24: The Smurfs (Not 3D) (PG) 6:30 p.m. Rise of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13) 9:00 p.m. Sun, Sept 25: *The Smurfs (Not 3D) (PG) 1:00 p.m. *Cowboys and Aliens (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Wed, Sept 28: The Help (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Thurs, Sept 29: FREE Admission: Cars (G) 2:00 p.m. *Rise of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Fri, Sept 30: THEATER CLOSED FOR AIR SHOW Sat, Oct 1: THEATER CLOSED FOR AIR SHOW Sun, Oct 2: THEATER CLOSED FOR AIR SHOW MWR This Week, September 22 - September 29, 2011 (This info is from West Naval Region for the San Diego Area) Put a little more FUN in your week! Check out the latest edition of MWR This Week to see what's fun and free! Click or cut and paste the MWR This Week link into your web browser: http://www.mwrtoday.com/Sandiego/WelcometoMWRTW.htm. MWR activities are open to all active duty and their family members plus retirees, reservists and DoD civilians. Sneak Peek of Fun Stuff in the Current Edition of MWR This Week: * Coronado Speed Festival (Sep 24-25) and MWR Padres Ticket Special (Sep 26) - page 1 * 2 New Ways to Get You to the Green, Make it a Baker Day, Golf for 10% Less, Plus More, Golfers Meal Deal and more - page 2-3 * Fall Bowling Leagues (Adult, Ball 'n Bag, Scratch, Senior and Youth), BINGO, Ballroom Dancing, "Learn to Bowl" Sessions, and more - page 4 * Family Readiness Express Visiting Oceanside and MWR Personal Storage - page 5 * SeaWorld's Military Appreciation Picnic (Sep 24) - page 6 * Liberty Events, Trips, Fearless Challenge (Sep 22), Grand Canyon Adventure (Oct 8-10) and so much more! - page 7-11 * Sailing and SCUBA Classes - page 12 * MWR Swim Lessons, Water Aerobics, FREE Active Duty Swim Lessons and Outdoor Adventure and Gear Rental - page 13 * FREE Auto Maintenance Monthly Training Programs - page 15 * Youth Events, Mommy/Daughter Softball, Sr. High Basketball, Youth Co-ed Flag Football/Cheer, plus Family Team Tennis and One-on-One Tennis - pg 16 * Latest School Liaison Program Info - page 17 * San Diego Child Development Program - page 18 * What's Happening at the Fleet & Family Support Centers - page 19-20 * MWR Sports Calendars and Massage - page 21 * Vintage T-Shirt Run/Walk (Postponed until 2012), OktoberFest 5K Run/1-Mile Walk (Oct 19), Halloween Boot Camp (Oct 31), SHAPE Fitness Program, Tennis Lessons, All-Navy Boxing Mini Camp (New Date - Sep 22-23) and more - page 22 * FREE and Discount Amusement Park Offers - page 23-29 FREE MWR Movies - page 30-33 DSTRESS HOTLINE From combat related stress to the everyday stressors of life, stress can affect even the strongest Marine. The DSTRESS Line was developed by the Corps to provide professional, anonymous counseling for Marines, their families and loved ones when it's needed most. Call today to speak with one of your own. Call (1-877-476-7734) today. Line is now available to help West Coast Marines & Family members better deal with stress & mental health issues. More info available at www.dstressline.com

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