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I AM STRONG - Leigh Jones 2010
AA Holiday Extravaganza 2009
EA Holiday Extravaganza 2009
Rudolph Run 2009
Leprechaun Fun Run 2010
Holiday Ball 2009

Armed Forces Day 2010
Armed Forces Day 10K Run 2010
Soldier Show 2010
Summer Ball 2010
Ironhorse Bike Rally 2010
Katharine McPhee Meet & Greet
Toby Keith Concert 2010
Firecracker Run 2010
Shore Park Opening & ACS 45th Birthday
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To purchase, visit MWR Leisure Travel Office at the AA Recreation Center, BLDG 3326.
Questions? Call us at 410-278-4011/4907 or email APGR-USAG-MWR-LeisureTravel@conus.army.mil
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Colonial Williamsburg joins Blue Star Museum Program
Active duty military or their dependents will receive free admission by presenting their current valid military identification at Colonial Williamsburg’s Visitor Center. The free admission offer ends on Labor Day, Sept. 6, 2010.


Press Release

Museums Offer Free Admission to Military Families By Elaine Wilson, American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, May 24, 2010 – Active duty service members and their families will gain free access to hundreds of museums throughout the nation this summer, thanks to a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families.

More than 600 museums in 50 states and the District of Columbia have signed up so far to participate in Operation Appreciation: Blue Star Museums. The program offers active duty service members -- including activated Guard and Reserve -- and up to five of their immediate family members free admission to participating museums from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

“The Blue Star Museums initiative is a tangible expression of appreciation to service members and their families,” said Barbara Thompson, director of the Pentagon’s office of family policy, children and youth. “It warms our hearts to see how other federal agencies and local communities can think creatively to recognize their sacrifice and contribution to the nation.”

People can visit http://www.arts.gov/national/bluestarmuseums/index.php for a complete list of participating museums, which run the gamut from children’s and fine arts to history and science museums. Participating museums include the Art Institute of Chicago, Dallas Museum of Art, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia, Museum of Modern Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and all of New Mexico's 14 state-run museums and historic monuments.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for service members and their families to enjoy the cultural experiences that might have otherwise been inaccessible because of cost,” Thompson said. “We truly appreciate the generosity of the National Endowment for the Arts and the participating museums.”

While admission is free of charge, some special or limited-time exhibits may not be included in the program, according to a Blue Star Museums news release. People should contact the museum directly for specifics.

"There have always been wonderful examples of partnerships between museums and military installations, but the scale of this gift from the museum community to military families is thrilling," Kathy Roth-Douquet, chairman of Blue Star Families, said in a news release. "Military families work hard for this country, and it is gratifying for us to be recognized for that.

“We anticipate that thousands of military families will participate in the program and visit museums this summer – many of them for the first time,” she continued. “Blue Star Families will work hard to help our military families make the most of these opportunities."

A group of military spouses formed Blue Star Families in December 2008 to raise awareness of the challenges of military family life in partnership with civilian communities and leaders, according to the organization’s website. The nonprofit group has grown to include spouses and families from all services and walks of life, including National Guard and Reserve, as well as veterans and civilians.
















 


THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL DOD CARDHOLDERS, MILITARY, CIVILIAN, CONTRACTORS, RETIREES, FAMILY MEMBERS AND GUESTS.


  APG COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL MEETING
(formerly Well-Being Action Council)

2010 Schedule - 9:30 a.m.
Aberdeen Area Post Chapel

June 17
July 15 - WBAC OPEN ACTIONS
August 19 (Edgewood Area Chapel)
*September 15
*October 20 (Edgewood Area Chapel)
November 18
December 16 (Edgewood Area Chapel)

(Dependant on EXODUS dates)

*Change in schedule

Come take part in the discussion of issues that affect your quality of life on Aberdeen Proving Ground at the monthly Well-Being Action Council Meeting. Check this web site, Channel 97, and the APG News for changes in schedule. Contact Sheryl Speerstra, 410-306-4522 (4-4522), for further information.











ARMY FAMILY COVENANT:
KEEPING THE PROMISE


"For us, the Army Family Covenant means improved existing programs and new programs providing support to Families and helping Families in times of need."

Army Family Covenant Initiatives Available at APG for Deployed Soldier Families:
  • 20% reduction in Full Day and Before / After School Fees
  • 5 hours free hourly care each month during deployment
  • 16 hours free hourly care during first 45 days of return from deployment
  • 10 hours free hourly care during deployed Soldier's R & R
  • Sign up for 1 free team or individual sport per child of deployed Soldier
  • Sign up for 2 free SKIES classes per child of deployed Soldier

  • All Soldiers' Families:
  • Free registration / re-registrations for all CYS programs
  • Free respite care for EFMP enrollees

  • Call 410-306-3698 for additional details. You will receive a response within 24 hours.








     
    Ironhorse Shirts & Do-rags STILL Available:





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     • $25 custom Ironhorse Bike Rally Shirt
     • $5 for custom Ironhorse do-rag

    Ironhorse Shirt-- $25.00
    Ironhorse do-rag -- $5



    MUST BE PICKED UP IN BLDG 310!
    Call 410-306-4519 for more information.









    Gifts to the Army

    ARMY GIFT PROGRAM

    SUPPORTING SOLDIERS AND FAMILIES

    The Army Gift Program web site is not intended to solicit donations but to provide the American public with information on methods by which citizens, organizations, and corporations can donate cash or goods and services to benefit Soldiers and their Families. Cash donations for Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs supporting Soldiers and their Families can be made online via credit card. Cash donations above $10,000 and specific gifts of goods and services can be made through the Army Gift Program Coordinator or directly to a specific Army Installation.

    Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs process general unsolicited donations in the form of goods, services or money for use in Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation Programs.

    To make a donation to the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Programs click here.

    For more information please call 410-306-4515.





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