PRST STD U.S. POSTAGE
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EAU CLAIRE WI PERMIT NO. 366
4101 Washington Ave. Newport News, VA 23607
Photo by Ricky Thompson
August 2011
Kings Dominion Fun is Right Around the Corner Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) and Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems (NGES) will share an exclusive day of fun on Saturday, Sept. 17, at Kings Dominion park. All NNS and NGES employees, Bayport Credit Union members, along with family and friends are invited to attend. Tickets, now on sale, may be purchased at any Bayport Credit Union location for $21.50 or at eTickets online for $24.00. For eTickets, go to www.KingsDominion.com, click on “tickets,” then “corporate partner” and enter company ID NNSB. Only special Sept. 17 tickets are valid for this event. No other tickets or season passes will be accepted. The park will open at 10 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. The WaterWorks park will be closed and parking is free. A limited number of tickets are available, so purchase early before they sell out!
In celebration of the shipyard’s 125th anniversary, Newport News Shipbuilding is expanding its annual Trades Day event this year into a “Family Day” celebration for all shipbuilders and their families. When: Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: In the parking lots at 41st and 42nd streets and Washington Avenue as well as behind Building 86. What: Employees will be treated to food and beverages. There will be rides and other activities for children as well as special shipyard exhibits. There will also be a football game at The Apprentice School athletic field. The Builder football team will face Gallaudet University at 1 p.m. Look for more details on huntingtoningalls.com/ nns/employees/familyday.html There is no cost to attend this event. However, the USS Theodore Roosevelt and Minnesota crews may have items from their ships' stores available for purchase.