Weekly Inside the Gate

1. Nov. 20, 2012
For the following tidbits of information and more, visit www.cnic.navy.mil/gulfport.
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Send an email to bonnie.lindleymcgerr@navy.mil or call 228-871-3662.
Colmer Dining Facility Thanksgiving Dinner - The Colmer Dining Facility will be serving a special Thanksgiving Dinner
Nov. 22, 1 - 3:30 p.m. The Thanksgiving meal is open to all retirees, DOD and civilians. Cost for the dinner is $6.40, E1 -
E4 (spouses and dependents); $7:50, E5 and above (spouses and dependents.) The menu features Oven Roasted Turkey
and Baked Ham, Traditional sides such as Corn Bread Dressing, Mashed Potatoes, Marshmallow Sweet Potatoes, Giblet
and Turkey Gravy, Cranberry sauce, Corn Chowder, Shrimp Cocktail and assorted baked pies, cakes and desserts.
Specialized Training of Military Parents (STOMP) - STOMP is an organization dedicated solely to addressing the
needs of military families who have family members with special medical or educational needs. STOMP will be on the Gulf
Coast for a free two day workshop on Parent Rights and Responsibilities with regard to the Individuals with Disabilities Act
(IDEA). Topics also covered include IEPs, 504s, TRICARE and Extended Care Health Options, the DoD Education Activity
System and more. The training will be at Keesler Air Force Base Dec. 3 - 4, at the Bay Breeze Event Center. The two-day
workshop will be held from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day. To register for this FREE workshop or for more information, please
contact the Fleet and Family Support Center Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Liaison at 228-871-3000.
Twelve Days of Christmas Fitness Challenge - The CBC Fitness Center would like to invite all active duty military to
participate in its Twelve Days of Christmas. The event will start Dec. 3 and run through Dec. 14. Find a fitness assistant
during operational hours and perform an activity specific to each of the twelve days. Complete all twelve activities of the
Christmas Fitness Challenge and get a souvenir workout towel. For more information, call 228-871-2668.
Marine Toys for Tots - SSgt Marvin Perez-Diaz, of I&I, 3rd Platoon, A company, 4th AABN on board NCBC is coordinating
the area’s annual Toys for Tots campaign. Your contribution of new, unwrapped toys or a monetary donation would be
greatly appreciated. Drop off boxes are located throughout Harrison, Hancock and Stone Counties, Keesler Air Force Base
PX and on board NCBC at the Navy Exchange and the Navy Federal Credit Union. Donations are being accepted through
Dec. 22. To make a monetary donation, or for more information on Toys for Tots, visit http://gulfport-ms.toysfortots.org.
Save the Date - The Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) Professional Development Institute presents:
“Living in the New Normal: Helping Children Thrive in Good and Challenging Times,” Dec. 5, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.,
Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center. There is no cost to participants. Funded by OSD/DA. Must be in
attendance 95 percent in order to receive institute credit and course materials. For more information, contact Myriam
Virella, 254-953-1923, X 1119 or myriam.virella@MilitaryChild.org Please visit www.MilitaryChild.org and click the
Upcoming Training tab to register.
Clinic Appointments - Patients seen at NBHC Gulfport can now call the clinic directly to schedule appointments at 228-
871-4033, Monday - Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Flu Immunizations - NCBC Branch Health Clinic has flu
immunizations available for to anyone with valid Government ID. Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Fridays,
7:30 a.m. - noon.
Chapel Offerings -- Call 228-871-2454 for more information.
~Women’s Fall Bible Study - Women’s Bible Study is held Wednesdays at 11 a.m. at the Seabee Memorial Chapel. The
Fall Bible Study is conducting a six-week study by Jennifer Rothchild, “Missing Pieces.” Free child care is available.
~Looking for a church? The Seabee Memorial Chapel holds services every Sunday that might suit your needs.
Protestant Services include a Gospel Service at 8 a.m. and Divine Worship Service at 11 a.m. Catholic Services include
Catholic Mass at 9:30 a.m. There is also a Catholic Mass Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m.
~ Seabee Pantry – Donations are needed to stock the pantry for the holiday season. Donation drop-off sites are located
at the Navy Exchange, Chapel, Commissary, Fleet and Family Support Center and Armed Forces Retirement Home.
Everyone affiliated with NCBC can use the Seabee Pantry.
~ Parents’ Morning Out - The chapel will have certified care providers available for parents or guardians caring for
children of deployed service members (1 - 5 years old), Nov. 28 from 8 - 11 a.m. This service extends to IA families as
well. Please call the chapel for reservations as space is limited.
~ Home School Children’s Christmas Choir - Practice will be held at the Seabee Memorial Chapel Nov. 26; and Dec. 3
from 4 - 5:30 p.m. The choir will learn several Christmas Carols and take a field trip to the Armed Forces Retirement
Home (AFRH). There are only 10 spots available for children, ages 4 - 8. The choir is open to homeschooled children who
have parents assigned to Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) and 20th Seabee Readiness Group (SRG). To sign
up, please stop by the chapel or call 228- 871-2454.
~ Angel Tree Program - Signup sheets are now available at the chapel for the annual Angel Tree Program for children.
Deadline for sign up is Dec. 12.

2. Training Hall Movie Theater - Free every weekend. Grab some popcorn and sit back and enjoy the movie.
Thursday, Ice Age Continental Drift, PG, 4 p.m., The Campaign, R, 6:30 p.m.; Friday, Ted, R, 6:30 p.m.; Saturday,
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Dog Days, PG , noon, Dark Knight Rising, PG13, 2:30 p.m., The Campaign, R, 6 p.m.,
Sunday, Ice Age Continental Drift, PG, 2 p.m., Total Recall, PG13, 4:30 p.m.
Information, Tickets and Travel:
~ Active Duty, Reservist, National Guard, USCG and Retirees are now eligible for a complimentary Universal
Three Day Park-to-Park ticket and Blue Man Group Ticket at children’s price! All dependents and DOD personnel are
eligible for discounted Universal Two Day, with 3rd Day Free tickets! Call ITT for more information!
~ Looking for a great holiday event for the family? Look no further, ITT is taking you and your family to Mickey’s
Music Festival in Mobile Dec. 15th for only $25! Departing from the ITT parking lot at 11 a.m., and returning
approximately 7 p.m. Space is limited- sign up today! (Children ages 6 and under must be in a passenger restraint
device, not provided by MWR)
Liberty Center:
~ Are you a pool shark? Stop by the Liberty Center for a pool tournament and show off your skills Nov. 26 at 7 p.m. A
prize goes to first place.
~ Head out for a night of bowling at the Island Strikz bowling alley. Liberty is offering a free shuttle that will depart at
6 p.m. Nov. 28.
Outdoor Recreation - Do you have holiday parties scheduled this season? Outdoor Recreation offers all kind of
equipment for gatherings from grills and cookers to children’s bounce houses at very affordable prices. Stop by or call for
more details, 228-871-2127.
~ November Specials: 25 percent off Cajun cookers, tables, chairs and grills!
Food and Beverage - The Grill: Open Monday - Friday from 6:30 a.m. - 1:30p.m. Stop by and check out The Grill’s new
menu full of mouth watering breakfast and lunch options. Call ahead for takeout and avoid the wait, (828) 871-2494, or
better yet, have your meal delivered, available 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Anchors and Eagles: Open Tuesday - Thursday,
2 - 9 p.m.
Youth Activities
~ Time to change into some bowling shoes for a night of bowling action at Cypress Lanes Bowling Alley. Only $7 -
Nov. 24, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Remember to bring your own lunch!
~ Free Image Makers photograph session - Nov. 27, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Take photographs like a professional.
~ The revolution has begun. Dance, Dance, Revolution Competition is scheduled for Nov. 28, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. The
competition is free, so get out a shake a tail feather!
~ Want something fun to do in the mornings and evenings? Try out the Youth Activities Center Before and After
school program; Monday - Friday, 6 - 7:30 a.m. and 2 - 5:30 p.m.
USO Center Supply Drive - The USO will be collecting food donations now through December to use during the holidays
as our young service members spend long hours waiting at Gulfport Biloxi International Airport, where high food prices
and the absence of meals on flights create financial challenges and hunger. Monetary donations should be sent by Dec.
14. Monetary donations received after Dec. 14 will be applied to the 2013 effort. Checks or money orders can be sent to:
USO Gulf Coast, 14035 Q Airport Road, Gulfport, MS 39507. Checks should be made payable to “USO Gulf Coast” and food
donations should be placed on the memo line. Snacks that can be donated include: variety packs of chips, Planters mixed
peanuts, candy, crackers, cookies), Cheese Nips, Gardettos, Pretzels, Snack Mixes, Breakfast Snack Bars, Pop Tarts, Rice
Crispy Treats, Honey Buns, Fruit snacks, and 100 Calorie Packs. Please consider helping to make this holiday season
special by donating items and/or your time. If you have any questions, please contact usogulfcoast@uso.org.
**Outside the Fence Line**
~ Asian Show - Nov, 21, 9 p.m., IP Casino Report Spa, 850 Bayview Avenue, Biloxi. Musical extravaganza featuring the
top Asian performers in the country - performing live! Free! Must be 21 or older.
~ 5th Annual Estates of Penny Lane Christmas Light Show - Nov. 24 - Jan. 6, Estates of Penny Lane, 5 Copper
Court, Long Beach. Come drive thru and enjoy a mile of lights and displays that dance to music! Enjoy not only Christmas
music but love, family, friendship and inspirational music as well! Free
~ Bike the Bayou - Nov. 24, 2 p.m., Gulf Islands National Seashore, 3500 Park Road, Visitor Contact Station, Ocean
Springs. Bring your bike and helmet and learn about plants, animals, habitats and other park resources and also get
some exercise. This easy 3-mile bike tour highlights different areas of the park. Free - Reservations required - call 228-
230-4100.
~ National Barrel Horse Association Competitions - Nov. 24 - 25, 3 p.m., daily, Harrison County Fairgrounds, 15321
County Farm Road, Gulfport. Bring the family for a rodeo event in which a horse and rider attempt to complete a
cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time. Free Family FUN! Be sure and check the Fairgrounds website
for any last minutes changes or cancellations: http://co.harrison.ms.us/departments/fair-grounds/calendar.asp.
**For a listing of all the events in and around South Mississippi, go to http://www.gulfcoast.org/events/ Disclaimer –
these events are not base events and are subject to change/cancellation without notice. It is advised to call before
attending.