| Fall 2006 |
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October 18 Alaska Day 1:30 DownTown Parade 3:00 Search & Rescue Demo October 21 CGSWA Home Business Showcase at the Gazebo October 25 Comedy Magic 5:00 at the Hangar October 26 Moonlight Madess and CGSWA bakesale (in lobby of Wells Fargo) |
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| Upcoming Events |
| Board of Officers Honorary Presidents: Cindy Carlson & Kim Turner President: Lori Field Vice President: Amy Kearn Treasurer: Holli Carter Secretary: Kimberly Powers MWR( Maple): Cindy Carlson MWR (Air Station): Diana Cloud Ways and Means: Rose MacIntire & Lori Field Hospitality: Diana Cloud & Susan Bourassa |
| CGSWA Sitka PO Box 1164 Sitka Ak 99835 |
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| Welcome Aboard!! Thank you for such a wonderful welcome to Sitka. We are excited to have our new homestead in this tight-knit community and to be experiencing another great Alaskan city. As aptly stated in the book "Looking for Alaska" by Peter Jenkins, "Alaska is the world's largest small town." I'm really looking forward to participating in Sitka's Coast Guard Spouses' and Women's Association. The spouse's association at each of our duty stations has provided my family the necessary balance and support to feel at home. My roots start in Clearwater, Florida, and I haven't lived there in many years. However, when asked where my home is, I can honestly say, "Where the Coast Guard sends us." The reason I feel secure is because of the great support network among Coast Guard spouses. When you step off the ferry and receive the "Welcome Packet" you know you're home after a long journey, and that is a wonderful feeling. We are fortunate to have a terrific Coast Guard Spouses' and Women's Association and members who are eager to be a part of the many traditions. There are events planned for the entire year and ways for everyone to be involved. The Coast Guard Spouses' and Women's Association has a history of serving its Coast Guard members and their families in addition to playing a very active role in the community. Thank you for being a part of an organization that has a long standing history of excellence. Together we can continue on a path of success in serving others. In the words of Winston Churchill, "We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give." See you at the upcoming events, Kimberly Turner, Honorary President |
| *End of Summer Barbeque and School Kick-Off* Please join us August 26th at the Coast Guard Gazebo starting at 4:00 p.m. for lots of fun! The Coast Guard Spouses' and Women's Association is hosting the event for USCG active duty and dependents, retirees, and Auxillary. The CGSWA is suppling hot dogs, drinks, condiments, plates, utensils, and COTTON CANDY. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Any questions or to RSVP contact Lisa Melnick at 747-5416. |
| "WELCOME BRUNCH" HOSTED BY U.S. COAST GUARD SPOUSES' AND WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION, SITKA, ALASKA September 16th is the annual "Welcome Brunch" for Coast Guard Spouses. It's a time for sharing information and helpful hints with fellow Coast Guard Spouses. The TriCare Representative, Rachelle McGovern, will be there, as well as the Air Station Ombudsman, Lisa Skinnerup. The cutter MAPLE Ombudsman, Emile Garry, is expecting to attend however if unable will be at the first meeting on September 26th. All active duty and retired Coast Guard Spouses are invited. Please RSVP to Kim Turner at 747-5377 by September 1st. The "Welcome Brunch" will be hosted from 11:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. at Kim Turner's house, 1401 Edgecumbe Drive. There will be flyers posted at housing, throughout the Coast Guard base, and with the Ombudsman for the Air Station and the MAPLE. Please pass the message! |
| MARK YOUR CALENDARS September 26th is the first meeting of the CGSWA hosted by Interim President K.C. Merrill. The main business at hand will be nominating a new board. Please contact Carol Wulff at 747-3424 if you are interested in a board positon. Positions that are opened: President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, and MWR. Please RSVP to K.C. Merrill at 747-6833. |