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SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

SERVING NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA

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DAM NECK ANNEX

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NALF FENTRESS

POW/MIA Recognition Day observed at NAS Oceana

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BY CATHY HEIMER Jet Observer NEW CO FOR ABRAHAM LINCOLN

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OCEANA EARNS BINGHAM AWARD

PAGE 13 All DoD personnel who maintain a secret or higher security clearance and have access to classified material must receive a Counterintelligence Awareness Brief annually.

NCIS will provide these briefs at the Oceana theater, Oct. 16, 17 and 18 at 9 and 10:30 a.m. and 1 and 2:30 p.m. For more information, call Crystal Forehand at 433-2833.

NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex personnel commemorated Prisoners of War/ Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Day with a ceremony at the Flame of Hope Memorial Park Sept. 21.

The ceremony was part of the annual observance of National POW/MIA Recognition Day.The 2012 theme is “Until They Are Home,” emphasizing the sacrifices made by families who have service members not yet accounted for.

“A year should not go by that we don’t Photo by MC3 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos take some time to honor and recognize our During the POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremony at the Flame of Hope Monument, NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob prisoners of war and those still missing in acGeis (r) and Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic Capt. Paul tion,” said NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis.‘I think it’s vitally important Gronemeyer place a wreath at the base of the monument.

that we do so every day.”

Geis explained he wanted to keep the tribute simple and dignified as a way to honor all POWs and MIAs, including 33,000 Navy Sailors still unaccounted for since World War II. He asked those attending to “remember those folks who bear that burden, the deployment that never ends.”

Geis noted the POW/MIA Park,located just off the base on Oceana Boulevard is the most fitting place in Hampton Roads to honor and recognize the POWs and MIAs. Constructed near the end of the Vietnam War in 1972,the park also contains the eternal Flame of Hope monument and the U.S.and black POW/MIA flags.Although extinguished for nearly a decade following the end of the Vietnam War and the gas crisis in the 1970s,the flame was — See POW/MIA, Page 12

USS Enterprise to inactivate after 51 years of service

By Enterprise Carrier Strike Group Public Affairs After 51 years of distinguished service, the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) will inactivate on Dec. 1, in a ceremony to be held at Norfolk Naval Station.

The inactivation ceremony will be the last official public event for the ship, and will serve as a celebration of life for the ship and the more than 100,000 Sailors who served aboard.

Details of the actual ceremony are still being finalized; however, numer-

ous dignitaries and thousands of storied veterans of the ship are expected to attend the event.

Commissioned on Nov. 25, 1961, the eighth ship to bear the illustrious name Enterprise, the “Big E” was the world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.

A veteran of 25 deployments to the Mediterranean Sea, Pacific Ocean, and the Middle East, EnterPhoto by MC3 Matthew Perreault prise has served in nearly every ma- File photo of Sailors manning the rails as the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise jor conflict to take place during her (CVN 65) departs Naval Station Norfolk on March 11 for her final deployment.

Enterprise is scheduled to inactivate Dec. 1 during a ceremony at Naval Station — See Enterprise, Page 10 Norfolk.

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BASE BRIEFS » » »» » »»»»»»» Military Spouse Education/Job Fair

The COnnection Line has made a change! For questions, suggestions, compliments or concerns about services provided on board NAS Oceana, now e-mail OceanaPAO@navy.mil. However, the best and fastest way to resolve a problem is through your chain of command or with the organization directly involved.

Please be brief and to the point when using the COnnection Line. Capt. Bob Geis will reply through this column, since topics may be of interest to other readers.

Oceana Fleet and Family Support Center will host their annual Military Spouse Education/Job Fair, Oct. 12, 9 - 11 a.m. Get the information to complete and/or fund a college education or find employment.

Talk to recruiters from more than 20 companies, including NEX, staffing agencies, banks, public schools and workat-home jobs. There will also be education information from local colleges and universities, as well as a financial aid expert from the Educational Opportunity Center.

A special display,“Dress for Success for Less: Thrift Store Finds,” will demonstrate how to stretch the budget of $100 for a working wardrobe and still look great.

The education/job fair will be at the Oceana FFSC in building 531. For more information about the fair, or to sign up for a job readiness workshop, call FFSC Oceana at 4332912 and ask to speak to an FFSC employment counselor.

One hundred percent ID card scans begins Oct. 1 From NAS Oceana Public Affairs NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex have been selected, along with other Hampton Roads installations, to conduct a pilot program to test the capability to scan and authenticate Common Access and Teslin (family member and retiree) Cards at installation gates. The pilot program will begin on Oct. 1 and will initially occur during non-peak traffic hours to minimize impact to gate traffic, but drivers should allot a few extra minutes to their travel plans to be safe.

During the pilot, which is scheduled to last until Oct. 31, gate personnel will scan all ID cards, but not use the results of the scan for an access decision. Security person-

JET Observer Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA 23460 Dam Neck Annex, Virginia Beach and Chambers Field, Norfolk Commanding Officer - Capt. Robert N. Geis Executive Officer - Capt. Kit Chope Public Affairs Officer - Kelley Stirling Editor - Cathy Heimer Jet@militarynews.com www.oceanajetobserver.com https://cnic.navy.mil/oceana PHONE (757)433-3360

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nel will notify the cardholder if their scan would have resulted in denial to the installation; however, they will not be able to tell the cardholder what the specific problem is. Cardholders will be encouraged to visit the ID card lab to remedy the situation before shifting to full implementation of the program. As with the current system of scanning contractor IDs, no personally identifiable information will be stored on the handheld scanners.

Sentries will follow current procedures when examining a card. If it is expired, appears to have been tampered with, or is potentially invalid, they will proceed exactly as they do now.

Full implementation will take place later in the year at the discretion of the NAS Oceana commanding officer.

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Chili Cook-off coming to Dam Neck Annex It’s time to get your command team together for the annual Fleet Week Chili Cook-off, taking place this year at Dam Neck Annex. Some of the best chili on the East Coast will be cooked up during a friendly competition, Oct. 13, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the Dam Neck Annex Fairwinds Softball Field 1.

The new venue offers a roomy location for the chili teams and a picnic area for visitors to sit and enjoy the chili.

Each team will receive a voucher from Farm Fresh to purchase all needed ingredients. Awards for best tasting, most original, showmanship and big dipper (most samples sold) will earn the top teams cash prizes for their command’s MWR fund.

Sponsored by the Jet Observer, the family event will include kids’ activities, such as a moonwalk and fun contests, as well as up to 20 teams creating some unique varieties of chili.Admission and parking are free, although there will be a small charge for each chili sample. The Fleet Week Chili Cook-off is open to the public.

For more information or to register a team, visit.wwwmilitarynews.com/chili.

Chapel Schedule of Services Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana Protestant

Catholic

Sunday Sunday School - 9 a.m.

Worship (main chapel) 10:40 a.m.

Mass – Tues-Fri, 11:30 a.m.

Sun. Mass - 9 a.m., 12:15 p.m.

Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 Contemporary Protestant Worship Sunday 9 a.m.

Confession Saturday 4 p.m.

Catholic Worship 5 p.m.

Coffee House - Wednesday, 6 p.m.

Naval Station Norfolk Jewish Services - Fri - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 Islamic Services - Fri - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) Contact Chaplains: NAS Oceana at 433-2871 FRC Oceana at 4339286, CVW-1 at 433-3676 CVW-7 at 433-2247, CVW-8 at 433-2420, CVW-3 at 433-2098, CVW-17 at 433-2481/2313

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Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Office, Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia Beach, Va. Deadline to submit copy is Thursday, noon, seven days prior to publication date.

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Farewell to MCPON West Master Chief Petty OfďŹ cer of the Navy (MCPON) Rick D. West stands in the middle of the “Cube of Carnageâ€? during a demonstration by the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Sept.

17. The visit was MCPON’s last to the ceremonial guard before his retirement Sept. 28.

MCPON West has posted a farewell and thanks to the eet on Navy. mil. His change of ofďŹ ce ceremony will also be live on Navy. mil, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m.

Every team needs a coach

BY LT. PHILIP NIETO Carrier Air Wing 7 Chaplain Jonathan Edwards is regarded as one of the most brilliant and inuential men in American history. He was a gifted pastor and an exceptional theologian. Edwards’ preaching ignited the ame that led to the Great Awakening, and later served as the president of Princeton College. According to “The Legacyâ€? by Steve Lawson, among his descendents were: s CLERGYMEN MISSIONARIES OR THEOLOGY PROFESSORS s COLLEGE PROFESSORS s DOCTORS s AUTHORS s JUDGES s COLLEGE PRESIDENTS s .UMEROUS GIANTS OF INDUSTRY s 4HREE 5 3 CONGRESSMEN s/NE VICE PRESIDENT OF THE 5NITED 3TATES Another story describes a legacy of another type. /NCE UPON A TIME A FARMER HAD THREE BOYS WHO worked very hard. From sunrise to sunset, the farmer and his boys worked every day except the Lord’s Day. The farmer refused to purchase some of the technology that other farmers embraced.

Years later, the farmer was at the local store discussing holiday plans with some of the men in town. He listened to sad stories of a lonely Thanksgiving and Christmas. Then, the wise, hard-working farmer said, h/VER THE YEARS YOU MEN MOCKED AND CRITICIZED ME BEhind my back. But, you are the ones who are blind and stupid. You have a big farm with nice equipment, but your kids never visit. While you were working to grow crops, I worked hard to grow men!�

Every parent leaves a legacy. Families, like teams, need a coach. We must never underestimate the power of parental inuence. Today we can employ the same principles adopted by Jonathan Edwards. You don’t have to be one of the most brilliant minds in the world to positively inuence your children by following these simple principles: s %NGAGE THE PROCESS ! PART OF THE ASPECT OF TRAINing and instruction is the requirement of the parent’s participation. Parents must be involved in all areas of NURTURING OUR CHILDREN NOT JUST MOWING THE GRASS OR coaching a ball team. s %XPECT PROGRESS ! lNAL PRINCIPLE OF PARENTING IS TO — See Families, Page 9

Photo by MC2 Thomas L. Rosprim

VCNO delivers Sailors’ sequestration concerns to Congress From Defense Media Activity - Navy 7!3().'4/. ..3 ˆ 4HE 6ICE #HIEF OF .AVAL /PERATIONS TESTIlED BEFORE THE (OUSE !RMED 3ERVICES #OMMITTEE 3EPT TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL IMPACTS OF THE 3EQUESTRATION 4RANSPARENCY !CT OF TO THE 5 3 .AVY !DM -ARK &ERGUSON JOINED THE 5NDER 3ECRETARY OF $EFENSE #OMPTROLLER 2OBERT & (ALE 6ICE #HIEF OF 3TAFF OF THE !RMY 'EN ,LOYD * !USTIN ))) 6ICE #HIEF OF 3TAFF OF THE !IR &ORCE 'EN ,ARRY / 3PENCER AND !SSISTANT #OMmandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Joseph F. Dunford in outlining what impacts sequestration would have on the Department of Defense.

Ferguson pulled from recent eet engagements to illusTRATE CONCERN WITHIN THE .AVY “Last month I visited the Central Command region, had the opportunity to visit both of our aircraft carriers, our minesweepers, our patrol craft and other ships in the reGION ) TALKED TO OVER OF OUR FORWARD DEPLOYED 3AILORS v SAID &ERGUSON h!T EVERY FORUM 3AILORS ˆ FROM THE

MOST JUNIOR TO OUR OPERATIONAL COMMANDERS ˆ EXPRESSED concern regarding what sequestration will mean to our .AVY AND THEIR SERVICE 4HE UNCERTAINTY OF OUR lSCAL FUTURE is increasingly on the minds of our force.� !S WRITTEN THE SEQUESTRATION LEGISLATION WOULD BE trillion in automatic government spending cuts if Congress doesn’t identify the cuts through traditional budget PROCESSES 4HE $EPARTMENT OF $EFENSE AND .AVY WOULD absorb a portion of those spending cuts.

Ferguson illustrated how sequestration would force the .AVY TO MAKE DIFlCULT CHOICES IN THE SECOND HALF OF lSCAL YEAR ACROSS THREE BROAD CATEGORIES mEET OPERATIONS and maintenance, procurement and force structure. “We will make every attempt to preserve quality of life and family support programs for our personnel. However, we may be forced to make selective reductions in base support services and infrastructure sustainment,� Ferguson explained.

Each of the testifying DoD leaders expressed concerns of the potential impact to the services, Ferguson pointed out that sequestration implementation would potentially IMPACT MISSION ACCOMPLISHMENT FOR THE .AVY “With existing forces, we are already seeing longer deployments. Carriers are operating at about eight months, BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE SHIPS OPERATING AT NINE MONTHS

with very rapid turnaround to go back on deployment.We would not be able to sustain that going forward under sequestration.You would see less presence forward, and you would see less ability to surge,� said Ferguson.

Signature not needed for some NEX credit card purchases NEX customers who make a purchase for $25 or less using a credit card will no longer need to sign a sales receipt.

This option is available to customers who make a purchase using a Visa, MasterCard, Discover or Military Star Card. For those customers using an American Express card to pay for purchases, a signature will still be required.

Customers will still receive a printed receipt for all purchases.

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Career

MILESTONES Photos of recent awards, promotions and retirements around NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex Oceana Personnel Support Detachment Officer in Charge Cmdr. Terry Walton’s new shoulder boards are secured by his son Terry Jr., 16, and daughter Tia, 11, during his promotion ceremony at PSD Oceana Aug. 31. Assisting in the promotion, but not pictured, is his wife April.

Walton, a native of Sikeston, Mo. enlisted in the Navy in 1985 and was designated a yeoman.

He served on two submarines and the staff of Commander, U.S. Naval Submarine Force, Pacific before being commissioned as an ensign through the LDO/CWO program.

He reported to PSD in November 2011, following his tour as the administrative officer on USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).

Photo by MC3 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos

Lt. Cmdr. Paul Greer’s new gold oak leaves are pinned on by his wife Stefanie during his promotion ceremony Sept. 14.

Greer, an Oceana chaplain who was commissioned nine years ago, was promoted by Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis at the quarterdeck.

Photo by MC3 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos

Photo by ET2 Joshua Seabourn

Frank Chagnon, lead technician for Ground Electronics Maintenance Division at NAS Oceana Air Operations, holds the Civilian Meritorious Service Award presented to him by Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis Sept. 5.

From January 1979 to March 2012, Chagnon has performed his duties in an exemplary and highly professional manner.

He has worked at Oceana for the past 12 years, where he is directly responsible for maintaining the AN/SPN-42 Automatic Carrier Landing System. Chagnon maintained the system in a manner that has far exceeded his job description by modifying the system, training technicians and operators, and making himself available at all hours for technical assistance, resulting in a highly reliable training system.

Photo by Kelley Stirling

James Easterbrooks, regional air operations deputy director, is presented a Flag Letter of Commendation by Capt. Bob Geis, NAS Oceana commanding officer, Sept.

21. Easterbrooks earned the LOC from Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Rear Adm. Tim Alexander for his work following the crash of an F/A-18 Hornet April 6. His knowledge and leadership was instrumental in ensuring NAS Oceana leadership, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic leadership, higher headquarters and the crisis action team, were provided vital information during the recovery efforts.

Photo by MC3 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos

Before being piped ashore at the conclusion of his retirement ceremony Aug. 31, MA1(AW/SW) Joseph C. Lucy is congratulated by NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis. Lucy’s 20 years of service included sea tours on USS Independence (CV 62), USS Fife (DD 991), USS McClusky (FFG 54), USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and USS Laboon (DDG 58). He was also stationed at Ingleside, Texas and NAB Little Creek before his final tour from 2010 - 2012 at NAS Oceana, where he served as leading petty officer for the administration department.

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New commanding officer takes helm of USS Abraham Lincoln PHOTO: Capt. Karl O. Thomas, the new commanding officer of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), delivers a speech at a change of command ceremony in the ship’s hangar bay. During the ceremony, Thomas relieved Capt.

John D. Alexander as Lincoln’s skipper.

Photo by MCSN Zachary A. Anderson

From USS Abraham Lincoln Public Affairs The leadership of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) held a change of command ceremony in the ship’s hangar bay Sept. 21.

At the ceremony, Capt. Karl O. Thomas relieved Capt.

John D. Alexander as Lincoln’s commanding officer in front of the ship’s crew, family members and friends. Participants included Rear Adm.Ted Branch, commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic,and Rear Adm.Mike Shoemaker,commander, Carrier Strike Group 9.

Alexander assumed command of Lincoln in January 2010, when he relieved Capt. Patrick D. Hall at a ceremony in Everett, Wash. His next assignment will be as assistant commander for career management at the Navy Personnel Command in Millington,Tenn.

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Alexander said he will always remember the Lincoln crew and their unmatched professionalism and dedication.

“This has been the most physically and mentally demanding job I have ever had and, without a doubt, the most rewarding,” he said.“This crew and this strike group team have been enormously successful. It has been that way for one reason and one reason alone: a collective selfless commitment to excellence.”

Thomas said he is honored to follow in Alexander’s footsteps.

“Capt.Alexander has built a winning culture and an extremely cohesive team on board Abe,”Thomas said.“This crew has answered the call twice, in short succession, and they have answered it with professionalism and zeal.That — See Lincoln Page 14

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‘War Party’ conducts live missile shoot with Air Force

BY LT. GREG CARTER VFA-87 Public Affairs Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 87 “Golden Warriorsâ€? executed a live missile shoot in cooperation with the U.S. Air Force during a weeklong detachment,Aug. 3 - 11, to Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City, Fla. While there,“War Partyâ€? pilots shot ďŹ ve live air-to-air missiles and conducted live ďŹ re air-to-air gunnery exercises as part of the Naval Weapons System Evaluation Program (NWSEP). NWSEP evaluates weapons systems, as well as provides live ďŹ re practice for Navy aircrews.The program is an invaluable opportunity for both pilots and maintainers to gain experience with systems not normally utilized between deployments.

The detachment consisted of 41 maintainers and support personnel, as well as six pilots.The detachment members gained valuable experience in the loading and employment of live air-to-air weapons, as well the opportunity to work in a joint environment with the Air Force. They also had the chance to see ďŹ rsthand how live weapons work when employed from the squadron’s F/A-18C strike ďŹ ghters in a non-simulator environment.

While in Florida, the weather proved to be the biggest challenge to mission success with frequent rain and thunderstorms hampering ight operations. Due to the hard work and dedication of all the maintainers, “War Partyâ€? pilots ďŹ red three AIM-7 Sparrow and two AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles with a 100 percent success rate. They also shot more than 650 rounds of 20MM ammunition during air to air gunnery exercises.

Without the hard work and exibility demonstrated by all hands, both at Tyndall AFB and NAS Oceana, the War Party would not have successfully employed all ordnance.

The War Party is looking forward to another chance at NWSEP in the future and those maintainers who participated have gained a wealth of knowledge they can impart to the rest of the command.

Upcoming Budget for Baby classes The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) offers its Budget for Baby class to all Navy and Marine Corps personnel who are expecting a child. The Oceana ofďŹ ce offers this class typically the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

The remaining 2012 classes at Oceana are Oct. 10 and 24, Nov. 7 and 14 and Dec. 5 and 12.The start time for these classes has changed to 10:30 a.m.

Call 433- 3383/3384 for more information or to register for an upcoming class.

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Enterprise: 51 years of service to end Dec. 1

Select Navy lodges offering greater savings during holidays

— Continued from page 1 history. From the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962 to six deployments in support of the Vietnam conflict through the Cold War and the Gulf Wars, Enterprise was there. On Sept. 11, 2001, Enterprise aborted her transit home from a long deployment after the terrorist attacks, and steamed overnight to the North Arabian Sea. Big ‘E’ once again took her place in history when she launched the first strikes in direct support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

All Enterprise veterans, their families, shipyard workers, and friends of Enterprise are invited to register to attend the inactivation week events and view the ceremony on the ship’s website, www.enterprise.navy.mil. Tickets to the events will be on a first available basis.

For more information on USS Enterprise, her legendary history, and Inactivation Week events, visit www.enterprise. navy.mil.

Select Navy Lodges will be offering even greater savings this holiday season. From Dec. 3, 2012 through Jan. 7, 2013, guests who stay at select Navy Lodges will receive 20 percent off their lodging. Guests can book their lodging now through Jan. 2, 2013.

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Navy C-2As at North Island turn another chapter

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...Pilots love the new conversions, mechanics find them easier to work with and the electricians love the fact that the new platform doesn’t vibrate nearly as much, causing a lot of the electrical problems we used to see in the Lot-1s.”

— VRC-30 Commanding Officer Cmdr. Joel Becker, about the conversion of the C-2A Greyhounds to Lot-4s

BY MC2 WILYANNA HARPER Naval Air Forces Pacific Public Affairs SAN DIEGO (NNS) — The “Providers” of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30 ended another phase in naval aviation history with the final flight of the last four-bladed propeller C-2A Greyhound aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) North Island Sept. 18.

Pilots and air crew gathered to watch as Aircraft 162155, flown by VRC-30 Commanding Officer Cmdr. Joel Becker, returned from the skies to conclude a 27-year era of the Navy’s C-2A Lot1 aircraft. As a part of the Service Life Extension Program, the Navy’s C2 community has been in the process of converting its inventory of Lot-1s to Lot-4s, which are the eight-bladed propeller version of the aircraft.

Becker, who was also taking his final flight as the Providers’ skipper, said it was quite a special moment.

“It’s a pretty proud day not only for VRC-30, but it’s a great day for the Navy,” said Becker.

“We’ve invested in new technology that, in my

estimation, performs well. Pilots love the new conversions, mechanics find them easier to work with and the electricians love the fact that the new platform doesn’t vibrate nearly as much, causing a lot of the electrical problems we used to see in the Lot-1s.”

It means a great deal that after Tuesday’s flight VRC-30 is a Lot-4 squadron said Becker.

“Thirty months ago, VRC-30 was a Lot-1 squadron. For the last two and a half years, the crew has been carrying 15 to 16 aircraft while undergoing a rolling transition. It took a lot of coordination from our wing, a lot of coordination with NAVAIR and honestly, a lot of hard work on behalf of the Sailors, who did a fantastic job,” he said.

Lt. Sean Waldron, a VRC-30 pilot, explained that most of the squadron had a strong tie to the Lot-1 series Greyhound and said that it was a sentimental experience for them to see it fly its last operational flight.

The final flight of this particular Lot-1 was also made memorable by the fact that it was actually the first C-2A that Becker ever flew in the Navy,

as a student in flight training school, in March of 1999.

“We kind of found this out by mistake. I just happened to be checking my log book as we were going through and saw that this particular aircraft and myself had some history,” said Becker.

Becker stated that even 13 years later, the aircraft appeared to be in better condition today than when he first flew it.

The Navy’s last C-2A Lot-1 aircraft will get a new “glass cockpit” installed for enhanced situational awareness and then be transferred to Norfolk to complete modifications that will extend its operating service life to 2028. Technicians will give it an eight-bladed propeller upgrade, making it an official C-2A Lot-4.

Navy C-2 Greyhounds, which were first flown in 1964, are generally used to transport people and equipment from shore bases to aircraft carriers. Commonly referred to as Carrier Onboard Delivery (COD) aircraft, they are able to ferry up to 10,000 pounds of cargo and passengers.

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USMAP recognized by Labor Department as innovator, trailblazer

BY ED BARKER Naval Education and Training Command Public Affairs PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) — The Naval Education and Training Command announced Sept. 14 the recognition of the United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) as an innovator and trailblazer by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).

As part of the celebration of the 75th anniversary of the DOL’s Registered Apprenticeship Program, U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis recognized USMAP as an affiliated organization contributing to the readiness of the American worker.

“Registered apprenticeship plays a critical role in the United States’ efforts to out-build, out-educate and outinnovate the rest of the world,” said Solis. “I’m proud of the role that the United Services Military Apprenticeship Program has played for decades in preparing our Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsman for careers in the 21st century economy.”

In place since 1976, USMAP is currently serving more than 60,000 active participants working toward their journeyman certification in 124 trades that correspond to Navy ratings.

Administered by the Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD), USMAP is open to eligible active duty service members.

“The partnership that we’ve forged with the DOL clearly demonstrates that our certified Sailors are on par with their skilled civilian counterparts working in industry,”

said Capt. John Newcomer, CPPD commanding officer.

“USMAP is part of CPPD’s voluntary education program, which is a conduit for equipping Sailors with strong analytical skills, the ability to make informed decisions and avenues to pursue their life-long educational and credentialing goals. I strongly encourage all Sailors to take full advantage of these opportunities, including participation in USMAP. Earning the DOL certificate costs the service member nothing,does not normally require working additional offduty hours, and benefits the service member as well as the command.”

During their apprenticeship, service members document their military duties while working in their rating or military occupational specialties. USMAP enables documentation of a Sailor’s formalized and structured training and combines on-the-job training (OJT) and related technical instruction.All the individual is required to do is regularly document the hours worked in the various skill areas either in a hard-copy log or electronically through the web and have it verified by their supervisor.The service member submits a report every six months to the program administrator and a final report once their required OJT hours are complete.

“Each apprenticeship varies, but they require between 2,000 and 10,000 hours of on-the-job work and training,” said Marybeth Whitney, USMAP senior registrar.“Working a typical 40-hour week, many individuals can complete an apprenticeship within a year.Trades available in the program range from aircraft mechanic to X-ray equipment tester. More than 96 percent of Navy enlisted rates, 85 per-

cent of Coast Guard enlisted rates, and 232 Marine Corps military occupational specialties are eligible for these trade apprenticeships.”

USMAP trades apply to virtually all members of the services, including those who have been serving for several years.

“Partial credits for work done before registering for USMAP can be awarded to those who have time-in-service,” said Tom Phillips, USMAP certifications and credentialing program lead. “The maximum credit a service member can receive is 50 percent of the required OJT.For example, an E-6 with 10 years of service interested in an apprenticeship requiring 8,000 hours can receive a maximum of 4,000 credits toward their certificate, cutting their requirements for hours of logged OJT in half.”

“USMAP is about recording and quantifying what you’ve accomplished,” added Phillips. “Service members are already doing the work; it’s just a matter of documenting what they already do. Now they have their work ‘on the record’ and a completed apprenticeship shows significant professional development, and can look good to promotion boards. Certificates can also open doors once a service member decides to hang up the uniform.”

Any active duty Sailor, Marine or Coast Guardsman can become an apprentice as long as they have been designated in a rating, have sufficient time to complete the program while on active duty and possess a high school diploma or GED.The selected trade must be their primary job at their current command.

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POW/MIA Day: family sacrifices recognized during this year’s observance — Continued from page 1 relit in 1984 and has continued to burn since then.

Following Geis’ brief remarks, Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic Capt. Paul Gronemeyer joined Geis in presenting a wreath at the base of the stone monument.

Members of the Patriot Guard presented a wreath again this year.

Representatives of the VFW Post 392 Ladies Auxiliary added a third wreath at the base of the monument and member Pam Myers also read the names of 47 Virginians who were held as POWs or are MIA. Participation in the Oceana ceremony was part of the auxiliary’s POW/MIA Recognition Day that included a candlelight ceremony at 8 p.m. at their Virginia Beach post.

“It’s always our goal to have somebody out here,” explained Post Commander Bill Sowers,who brought along 10 of their members to the Oceana ceremony.

The ceremony at Oceana has continued to expand over the years as more community groups join active duty and DoD civilians in honoring POWs and MIAs. Also recognized this year for their participation were members of the Virginia Beach Mayors Veterans Committee, Patriot Guard Riders and members of the Hampton Roads Squadron Association of Naval Aviation.

Residents of the Atlantic Shores retirement community in Virginia Beach honored one of their own,World War II POW Al Cratch. Cratch, 92, was unable to attend the ceremony but several other residents made it a point to recognize his service during the Oceana ceremony with a hand-lettered sign.

Ray Zumpol,president of the local chapter of theVietnamVeterans ofAmerica,was very pleased at the turnout for the ceremony.“It’s an honor to see all these people here,” he said, adding, “We should never forget our fallen and missing heroes.”

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Pam Myers, a member of VFW Post 392 Ladies Auxiliary, reads the names of 47 Virginians held as POWs or are MIA during Oceana’s POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremony at the Flame of Hope Memorial Park Sept. 21. Standing at attention during the reading are members of the Patriot Guard Riders and NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis and Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic Capt. Paul Gronemeyer.

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Telling her team of managers and associates, “It’s all for you,” Oceana Navy Exchange General Manager Melissa Dodson-Dozier proudly hoists the 2011 Bingham Award, following the formal presentation Sept. 7 at the NEX. Applauding are NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt.

Bob Geis and Navy Exchange Service Command Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Bianchi.

Teamwork Oceana NEX earns Bingham Award

BY CATHY HEIMER Jet Observer The hard work and dedication of the Navy Exchange (NEX) staff at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana was recognized with the presentation of the 2011 Bingham Award during a ceremony Sept. 7 at the store.

The award,established in 1979,recognizes Navy Exchanges worldwide which have demonstrated superior service to the military and their family members,and in operations and management during the past year.The award is presented in nine sales categories, broken down by total dollar amount sold in the past year. Oceana earned the award in the top category for sales $85 million and up.

But while 2011’s annual sales were impressive, NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Bob Geis said it really goes far beyond the dollar amount.

“While our team doesn’t have the biggest store…our teammates definitely have the biggest hearts. It shows they take care of those who take care of us — our Sailors and our families,” said Geis, one of two guest speakers for the ceremony.

Geis also recognized the support the Oceana NEX team

of nearly 300 provides to all activities on the base.“It’s giv- your folks bring their best work effort every day,”said Geis.

But to Dodson-Dozier, the credit belongs to her team of ing back to our Sailors,” he said.That “giving back” included the NEX’s coordination of Cell Phones for Sailors, collecting managers and associates at the main store, package store, more than 200 phones that provided 12,000 minutes of air Jet Mart,Autoport and Dam Neck Navy Lodge. Some of the time and collecting more than 300 pounds of donated food things she admires most about them are their competitive natures and always striving to win. for the “Feds Feed Families” food “They’re a strong,dynamic,distindrive. guished team,” she said In the aftermath of the Aug. She singled out several mem6, 2011 deaths of 22 members bers for their accomplishments of the Naval Special Warfare during the past year and recogDevelopment Command, Geis nized four tenured associates who shared how the NEX provided have exceeded 33 years of service. critical support to the families Dodson-Dozier, who took the with extended hours and quick position of GM in July 2011, turnaround of uniform preparaconsiders the award even more tion.Their support included raisremarkable because of the turning $16,000 for the Navy-Marine Photos by MC3 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos over that occurred last year in Corps Relief Society with the sale of the discount coupons During the award ceremony, Oceana Commanding her position. Longtime GM Robin Officer Capt. Bob Geis thanks the Oceana NEX team Joseph moved to the San Diego and supporting the annual chief for their outstanding customer service and support NEX and Lisa Colvin served in the petty officer induction season of many other base activities. interim until Dodson-Dozier was with a special breakfast and uniform fitting, the annual NAS Oceana Air Show and the Fleet promoted from her job at the Norfolk NEX. Despite all of the changes,“the team didn’t miss a beat,” and Family Support Center’s job fairs.

“Your team really does support the entire family here at said Dodson-Dozier as she praised her team and previous general managers. “Oceana’s reputation for strong stanOceana. It’s pretty incredible,” said Geis.

He praised Oceana NEX General Manager (GM) Melissa dards is a true testament to the Oceana team. Our associDodson-Dozier for her leadership in setting the example ates rose to every challenge.” about how to take care of her people.“Your guidance is why — See Teamwork, Page 20

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CPPD briefs prospective training chief operating officer BY: SUSAN HENSON Center for Personal and Professional Development Public Affairs OfďŹ cer Naval Education and Training Commandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (NETC) prospective chief operating ofďŹ cer (COO) visited the Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) and Virtual Education Center (VEC) at Dam Neck Annex, for a familiarization tour Aug. 31.

Rear Adm. (select) Cynthia Thebaud, who is slated to assume duties from Rear Adm. Clifford Sharpe as COO, toured CPPD and other area commands reporting to NETC. The COO oversees the operation of learning centers and training support centers within the training domain with a continual focus on production management.

CPPD Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. John Newcomer hosted Thebaud during the orientation tour. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very happy to welcome Rear Adm. (select) Thebaud to CPPD and talk with her about the talented people here who are totally committed to helping Sailors reach their personal and professional goals,â&#x20AC;? he said.

During the tour, Thebaud visited CPPDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s directorates to get a better understanding of the commandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to developing Sailors strong in moral courage who exemplify Navy Core Values, and embody equal opportunity and personal and professional accountability.

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Speaker to share how domestic violence impacted her life Mrs. Virginia Beach-America 2012 Rae Pearson Benn will share her experience about how domestic violence has impacted her life during a special program, Oct. 16 at 10 a.m., at the NAS Oceana Chapel of the Good Shepherd.

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The program is sponsored by the Navy Fleet and Family Service Center, which partners with local domestic violence shelters and organizations throughout the month to educate DoD personnel. For more information, call the Oceana FFSC at 433-2912.

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The 2012 Carrier Invitational Golf Tournament was held Sept. 20 at the NAS Oceana Aeropines Golf Club. The competition, coordinated by Sailors from the MWR division on USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) was open to Sailors from all aircraft carriers homeported in Norfolk. Also participating in this year’s tournament were Sailors from USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). PHOTOS, LEFT: ET1 Dean Jaeger from George H.W. Bush was one of the Sailors participating in the tournament. RIGHT: Capt. Brian E. Luther, commanding officer of George H.W. Bush, (center) presents the “Tembe Cup” to the tournament winners, who were from his own ship (l - r) to ABECS Deandre Beaufort, ABCM James Vaughan, ABECS Donavon Gray and ABFC Kevin McEnulty. The Tembe Cup honors Capt.

Tushar R. Tembe, former commanding officer of Truman, who died suddenly Nov. 8, 2011.

All-Navy Men’s Soccer Team gets Aztec edge

BY STG3 STACY RICHARDSON Navy Public Affairs Support Element West San Diego SAN DIEGO (NNS) — The All-Navy Men’s Soccer Team traveled to San Diego State University (SDSU) for a soccer clinic with the SDSU Aztecs Men’s Soccer Team assistant coaches Sept. 19.

Cmdr. Mick Wilson, head coach of the All-Navy Men’s Soccer Team, explained the San Diego State coaching staff invited the All-Navy Men’s Soccer Team to the SDSU campus to train.

“Today has been the culmination of a few months’ hard work,”Wilson said.“Any time we can do something outside the scope of just a normal routine and have the guys exposed to a college-level program, especially one as good as San Diego State’s, we’re going to jump on that opportunity.”

The team is busy preparing for the All-Armed Forces Tournament at Camp Pendleton, scheduled for Sept. 23.

The current 23-man team was reduced from 41 players over the last two weeks and must get down to an 18-man

roster for the tournament.The soccer clinic with the Aztecs’ coaches is the final phase of the training and evaluation process.

Aztecs Men’s Soccer Team assistant coach Matt Hall was happy to give a helping hand to the armed services athletes and observed an interconnection of military service and sportsmanship.

“The idea of sport and athletics is not that different from the ideas of the armed services.There are similar lessons like the ideas of teamwork and working hard,” said Hall.

“These are all things that transcend through us and them and if we can get these guys from all over the country to come together and work as a unit, we can be successful.”

Lt. j.g. Dan Hinkley, a member of the All-Navy Men’s Soccer Team, said the team holds early morning practices on their home field and then must arrive at SDSU ready to hit the field again with the Aztecs’ coaches ready to provide guidance.This is a schedule that the players must maintain until Friday.

“As hard as this may feel, there’s nothing better than — See Soccer Page 20

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Command Financial Specialist Training covers topics such as spending plans, budgets, managing credit, savings and investments and retirement planning. Participants are also introduced to the techniques of short-term, solution-focused ďŹ nancial counseling. This training will be held at Dam Neck Annex. Call 433-2912 to register.

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SMOOTH MOVE WORKSHOP Oct. 2, 9 a.m. to noon Topics include hints on shipping household goods, travel and ďŹ nancial planning, entitlements, family preparation, and ways to cope with relocation. Open to all active duty, retiring and separating military personnel, and their families.

PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS Oct. 2, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

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CAREER PLANNING Oct. 3, 9 a.m. to noon Whether you are looking for a job or information on career planning, learning through self-assessment will enhance

your chances in ďŹ nding satisfying employment. In this workshop, you will be guided through career choices, based on life goals, personal skills, abilities, preferences and work values.

family and coping skills.The uniqueness of a deployment as an individual augmentee (IA) will be discussed, as well as how FFSC can assist families with the new challenges of an IA deployment.

JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES Oct. 4, 9 a.m. to noon

TRANSITION GPS Weekly, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Learn more about the crucial steps in the job search process.This workshop covers everything from assessing the hidden job market to ďŹ nding a job long-distance, including job searching on the Internet and major employers in the Hampton Roads area and the Virginia Employment Commission.

Transition GPS (Goals, Plan, Succeed) is for separating military and pre-retirees. It covers military to civilian crosswalk, ďŹ nancial planning, job search and career validation, federal hiring, resumes and programs, and VA beneďŹ ts and other topics that facilitate a smooth transition from the military to the civilian community. If space is available, spouses may accompany the transitioning member.

All classes are held Monday through Friday in building C-9 at Naval Station Norfolk. See your command career counselor for a quota and workshop requirements to attend.

IA DEPLOYMENT READINESS BRIEF Oct. 4, 1 - 3 p.m.

This brief covers information about personal, practical and ďŹ nancial preparation; community resources; communicating with

Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located in Building 531. It offers a variety of programs and workshops to assist active duty and their families. Registration is required for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/navylifema.

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Teamwork: Outstanding service, top sales by Oceana NEX staff earns 2011 Bingham award — Continued from page 13 To better serve customers, the Oceana NEX implemented new measures in 2011 that included increasing the central checkout by two registers; refresher customer service training to all food service vendors; expanding the early morning stocking team; implementing a “power hour” to allow all staff to focus exclusively on customer service during peak shopping times; and decreasing “holes” in the store shelves’ inventory. They also held more than 120 special events including recording artists’ CD signings, cosmetic and spa events, lawn and garden seminars, pet events including animal adoptions, spring and fall fashion shows and tent sale events.

“What sets Oceana apart is not only the world class customer service provided by our associates every day but the caring and support they share with their teammates,” said Dodson-Dozier.

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That caring and support is something Geis feels keeps customers returning to the Oceana NEX. “It’s the intangibles that bring our customers back to the store that compels them to return. Regardless of the price, regardless of the tax free status, customers need to feel valued and that’s what they’re buying when they shop here at our Oceana NEX,” said Geis.

Navy Exchange Service Command Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Bianchi, the second guest speaker, began by praising both the NEX team and the base itself.

“Representing this Bingham award presents a tremendous achievement on the part of all of you — all of the associates and the managers, as well as the base community,” said Bianchi.

“It is truly this collaborative and supportive environment here on board Naval Air Station Oceana that leads to events such as this,” Bianchi said as he thanked Geis for his tre-

mendous support of, and partnership with, the Oceana NEX. As he again congratulated the Oceana team, Bianchi told them,“You do embody the spirit of the Bingham award on a daily basis, understanding what quality of life, premier customer service and customer satisfaction mean.You really do know how to deliver an exceptional shopping experience to our customers.”

“It is truly an honor and privilege to lead such an extraordinary team,” Dodson-Dozier said.“You truly embody the spirit of the Bingham award by going the extra mile every single day.”

The award is named for the late Supply Corps officer Capt.W.H. Bingham, a Reservist who also was the chief executive officer for the R.H. Macy’s Company. He was appointed by the Secretary of the Navy in 1946 to lead an advisory board which established the Navy Exchange.

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church will sponsor the 11th annual charity golf tournament on Oct. 2 at NAS Oceana Aeropines Golf Club on the Hornet Course.

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society will be one of four charitable recipients this year.

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— Continued from page 18 playing soccer while representing my shipmates’” said Hinkley. “And to have college-caliber coaches helping us prepare so we can beat the other armed forces, it’s a dream come true. It’s too much fun.”

Aztecs assistant coach Ryan Carruth was convinced the competition will be fierce after having the opportunity earlier this week to preview the AllMarine Men’s Soccer Team, whom the All-Navy Men’s Soccer Team may face in the All-Armed Forces Tournament.

“I’m doubly impressed with what they bring to the table. You can tell they will be a difficult team to play against,” said Carruth.“You can see the discipline and the unity ... it translates on to the field. It’s going to be quite an entertaining game.”

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Disney On Ice presents Rockin’ Ever After Military offer is $12 ticket by using password USA12. Offer available for the following performances only: Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m.

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St.,Hampton. To order tickets, call 722-2787 online at www. hamptonarts.net. For more information about the comedy, As part of the Hampton Roads Sustainable Living Expo, visit www.BroadwaysNextHitMusical.com.

Hampton Roads residents can drop off unwanted technology-oriented items and up to 50 pounds of shredding material at the Virginia Beach Convention Center’s west parking lot. Sponsored by Goodwill and TFC recycling, the bi-annual e-cycle event marks the 7th hosted by the VirThe U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will offer a three-session ginia Aquarium and its first at the convention center.

Safe Boating Class on consecutive Tuesdays at the Good Eligible items include desktops, laptops, printers, cell Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1489 Laskin Road, Virginia phones and all computer peripherals, even power cords. Beach.

Staff and volunteers will be on hand to provide receipts The basic class is designed to enable recreational boaters, for tax purposes. For a complete listing of what to donate, hunters and fishermen to drive a jet ski, and to become a visit www.goodwillvirginia.org. more proficient boat operators. The course also meets all Virginia boater education requirements and graduates will receive a certificate and ID card. The course is also aimed for prospective boat buyers, as it covers the different types of vessels and their characteristics. Completion will also Every song is in this fresh improvised musical comedy. Ev- qualify boaters for an insurance discount.

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Sept. 28, noon - 11 p.m.

Sept. 29, 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Sept. 30, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Highlights include a continual series of daily outdoor concerts along 35 blocks of the boardwalk with a variety of live music; more than 275 artisans showcasing their talent during the Neptune Art & Craft Show all weekend; Saturday fireworks display over the Atlantic Ocean at 9 p.m.; volleyball tournament on Saturday and Sunday; surfing classic on Saturday and Sunday; Atlantic Sailing Regatta on Saturday and an 8K and 5K run on Saturday. Additionally, the Grand Parade on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. features more than 100 floats, military units, costumed characters and marching bands along the oceanfront. Enjoy all your favorite festival foods with a variety of vendors all weekend.

Boardwalk Weekend’s signature event is the North American Sandsculpting Championship Gallery on display. Internationally known as the largest competition of its kind in the U.S., this event has the richest prize purse in the country and draws professional sand artists from around the globe to cultivate their finest masterpieces. These showy sand masterpieces will be on display in the Neptune Sand Gallery, Neptune’s Kingdom of Sand from Sept. 28 through Oct. 7. Admission is $3 per adult with children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult.

Note that dogs are not allowed inside the gallery. For more information, including a detailed schedule of events, call 498-0215 Last year’s second place winner in the solo cator visit www.neptunefestival.com. egory was created by Matthew Deibert.

FRIDAY September 28 7 p.m. - Bourne Legacy (PG-13)

SATURDAY September 29 1 p.m. - Odd Life of Timothy Green (PG) 4 p.m. - The Campaign (R) 7 p.m. - Total Recall (PG-13)

SUNDAY September 30 1 p.m. - Moonrise Kingdom (PG-13) 4 p.m. - The Watch (R) 7 p.m. - Savages (R) * Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all `R’ rated movies. * Credit cards are now accepted as payment for admission and concessions.

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*HOW TO QUALIFY: 1.Be iN CuRReNt ACtiVe duty stAtus iN tHe u.s. MiLitARy (NAVy, ARMy, AiR FoRCe, MARiNes, NAtioNAL GuARd, CoAst GuARd ANd ACtiVe ReseRVe) oR A u.s. MiLitARy iNACtiVe ReseRVe (i.e., ReAdy ReseRVe) tHAt is PARt oF tHe iNdiViduAL ReAdy ReseRVe, seLeCted ReseRVe ANd iNACtiVe NAtioNAL GuARd. RetiRed MiLitARy PeRsoNNeL ARe Not eLiGiBLe. 2.PRoVide VeRiFiABLe PRooF oF MiLitARy stAtus oR ACtiVe seRViCe At tHe tiMe oF PuRCHAse: LeAVe ANd eARNiNG stAteMeNt oR MiLitARy ideNtiFiCAtioN CARd. 3.ReCeiVe A sALARy suFFiCieNt to CoVeR oRdiNARy LiViNG exPeNses ANd PAyMeNts FoR youR toyotA. 4.ReCeiVe CRedit APPRoVAL tHRouGH A toyotA deALeR ANd toyotA FiNANCiAL seRViCes. iNCeNtiVe oFFeRed By toyotA MotoR sALes, u.s.A., iNC. oN FiNANCe CoNtRACts iNCeNtiVe WiLL Be APPLied toWARd doWN PAyMeNt. oN LeAse CoNtRACts, iNCeNtiVe WiLL Be APPLied toWARd tHe AMouNts due At LeAse siGNiNG oR deLiVeRy, WitH ANy ReMAiNdeR APPLied to tHe CAPitALized Cost ReduCtioN. oNe iNCeNtiVe PeR tRANsACtioN. Not AVAiLABLe toGetHeR WitH toyotA CoLLeGe iNCeNtiVe PRoGRAM. FiNANCe ANd LeAse CoNtRACts Must Be dAted By JANUARY 1, 2013. tHe MiLitARy iNCeNtiVe PRoGRAM is suBJeCt to CHANGe oR teRMiNAtioN At ANy tiMe. toyotA MiLitARy iNCeNtiVe PRoGRAM is AVAiLABLe oN APPRoVed CRedit to WeLL quALiFied CustoMeRs FiNANCiNG oR LeAsiNG NeW uNtitLed toyotA ModeLs tHRouGH PARtiCiPAtiNG deALeRs ANd toyotA FiNANCiAL seRViCes. soMe RestRiCtioNs APPLy. PRoGRAM MAy Not Be AVAiLABLe iN ALL stAtes. NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL QUALIFY. toyotA FiNANCiAL seRViCes is A seRViCe MARk oF toyotA MotoR CRedit CoRPoRAtioN ANd toyotA MotoR iNsuRANCe seRViCes, iNC. SEE PARTICIPATING DEALER FOR DETAILS. **0.9% APR FiNANCiNG uP to 60 MoNtHs AVAiLABLe to quALiFied BuyeRs tHRu toyotA FiNANCiAL seRViCes. totAL FiNANCed CANNot exCeed MsRP PLus oPtioNs, tAx ANd LiCeNse Fees. 60 MoNtHLy PAyMeNts oF $17.05 FoR eACH $1000 BoRRoWed. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. †due At siGNiNG iNCLudes $1800 doWN (AFteR APPLiCAtioN oF $500 toyotA LeAse CAsH iNCeNtiVe FRoM toyotA FiNANCiAL seRViCes), FiRst $199 PAyMeNt, ANd No seCuRity dePosit. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. TAX, REGISTRATION, INSURANCE, AND DEALER FEES ARE EXTRA. CustoMeR is ResPoNsiBLe FoR exCessiVe WeAR ANd exCess MiLeAGe CHARGes oF $.15 PeR MiLe iN exCess oF 24,000 MiLes. youR PAyMeNt MAy VARy BAsed oN FiNAL NeGotiAted PRiCe. OFFER AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. 2012 CAMRy Le 4 CyLiNdeR AutoMAtiC ModeL 2532, MsRP $23,700. see deALeR FoR detAiLs. ††0% APR FiNANCiNG AVAiLABLe to quALiFied BuyeRs tHRu toyotA FiNANCiAL seRViCes. totAL FiNANCed CANNot exCeed MsRP PLus oPtioNs, tAx ANd LiCeNse Fees. APR teRM VARies By ModeL; see deALeR FoR detAiLs. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. ***CoVeRs NoRMAL FACtoRy sCHeduLed seRViCe FoR 2 yeARs oR 25k MiLes, WHiCHeVeR CoMes FiRst. tHe NeW toyotA VeHiCLe CANNot Be PARt oF A ReNtAL oR CoMMeRCiAL FLeet oR A LiVeRy oR tAxi VeHiCLe. see PARtiCiPAtiNG deALeR FoR CoMPLete PLAN detAiLs. OFFERS END 10/1/12.