NEWS BRIEFS
NAVY BALL
Navy Ball tickets are now on sale. This year’s Navy Ball will be held on Oct. 18 at the Solomon P. Ortiz Center.in Corpus Christi. Contact your local navy Ball representative for tickets and details. Navy Ball representatives are as follows: YN1 Crawford /AO1 Ontiveros – Admin LS1 Thompson – Air Ops MA1 Gutierrez – NASCC Security EM1 Ladzekpo / HM1 Andradefarias - NHCCC HM1 Self – NOSC Lt. Robley – CNATRA
MWR GUEST CARD PROGRAM
The MWR Guest Card is available to all eligible U.S. citizens who do not currently have base/MWR access. Card program members will have permission to use the Gulf Winds golf course, NASCC marina, RV park and MWR food facilities. A criminal history background check is required. For more information and pricing, contact MWR at (361) 961-2267.
BACK TO SCHOOL CARE
The Youth Activities Center back to school care program is now available. Register now at militarychildcare.com for before-school care, after-school care or combined before/after-school care. Care is open to children of eligible sponsors at NASCC who are ages Kindergarten through 12-years-old. (Bus transportation is available for children enrolled at Flour Bluff ISD.) Teen Open-Rec available before school only for ages 13 – 18 (Limited space is available). For more information, call the Youth Activities Center at 961-2355.
THURSDAY MOVIE NIGHT
There will be a free showing of “Spiderman: Far From Home” (PG-13) at the Community Recreation Center (bldg. 1281), Sept. 19, beginning at 7 p.m. Free popcorn. Limited seating.. For more information, contact 961-3768. *Movies are subject to change.
CARDIO DANCE FITNESS CLASS
There is a free cardio dance group fitness class held at Fitness Express every Monday and Wednesday from 9 -10 a.m. This cardio class uses music and easy to follow dance moves combining fast and slow rythems. All fitness levels are welcome. For more information, call 961-3164.
SCAVENGER HUNT
The Library and Resource Center is hosting a Banned Book Scavenger Hunt on Sept. 23, from noon - 5:30 p.m. Hunt for banned books hidden in the library and earn prizes. For more information, call 961-3574.
NAVY FAMILY FRAMEWORK 2.0
The Chief of Naval Operations recently released Version 2.0 of the Navy Family Framework as part of a continuous effort to reinforce the Navy’s commitment to families. Navy Family Framework Version 2.0 is an update to the original Navy Family Framework, released in 2017. Based on feedback from the fleet, in-person focus groups, and surveys, Version 2.0 sets new goals in light of the progress made since Version 1.0 was released. To view the new version, visit https://navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/08/CNO_Family_Framework_2019.pdf
COAST GUARD AUXILIARY
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is seeking volunteers. The all-volunteer military uniformed service is looking for volunteers with a drive to put your skills to work. Expand on your current or past military and civilian experience, earn awards and accolades, and be part of a team with everlasting comradery. For more information, visit http://join.cgaux.org/ or email JasonKardos.uscgaux@yahoo.com.
WINGSPAN SURVEY
The NASCC public affairs office has a survey available online for Wingspan readers. Answers to the survey will be used to help the public affairs office better understand its audience. To take the quick, five-question survey, visit https://nasccpao.typeform.com/to/CgD7ij.
LADIES SELF DEFENSE CLASS
MWR is hosting a free ladies-only self defense class at Fitness Express on Sept. 24 from 5 - 10 p.m. All female MWR patrons ages 10 and up are eligible to attend. (Ages 10-15 must be accompanied by an adult.) Class is limited to 20 people. Preregister at Fitness Express. For mor information, call 961-3164.
GLOW IN THE DARK BOWLING
Glow in th edark bowling is available every Friday and Saturday from 5 - 8 p.m at Lighthouse Lanes. For pricing and additional information, call 961-3805.
GREAT NAVY CAMPOUT
The Great Navy Campout will take place Sept. 28 at the Abbot’s Cove tent camping area. All MWR eligible patrons can attend. Check in begins at 2 p.m. Tent rental and tent site are free while supplies last. Call (361) 961-1293 to register by Sept. 21.
NFL SUNDAY TICKET
NFL football games are now available for viewing at the Catilina Club. Stop by the club and cheer on your favorite team every Sunday from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. with the NFL Sunday Ticket on eight 80-inch HD televisions. For more information, call (361) 961-1155.
COAST GUARD MEMORIAL
Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi is holding a memorial for the crew of CG2123 on Sept. 20 from 7:45 - 8:30 a.m. at Sherrill Park (222 S Shoreline Blvd.) All are welcome to attend.