MALS-16 FORERUNNER FREEBIES AND FUN

For any questions or concerns on any of the information provided please contact the Family Readiness Officer, Julia Gwynn at 858-577-6399, 858-603-7971 or Julia.gwynn@usmc.mil.

22 February-28 February

GOTTA LOVE GETTING DUNKED!!! We had a great morale event last Friday. Please check out eMarine under photos to see all the great pictures. WELCOME BABY FORERUNNERS: We want to welcome Baby Brinkley McDaniel. We are so excited to have them as a part of our Forerunner Family! 2012 Report to the House Armed Services Committee on the Posture of the Marine Corps Great information for all. Check it out at: http://www.marines.mil/unit/hqmc/cmc/Documents/CMCs

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CONGRATULATIONS!!! Congratulations to Cpl Garza, LCpl Ezzo, Sgt Sublette, LCpl Rios-Bass, and LCpl Queen for receiving a Certificate of Commendation for exemplary professionalism. We are so proud of you. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: contact the fro for more info MIKE WESTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND AN ESSAY CONTEST Essay theme: What Does it Mean to You to Be Part of a Military Family? About the Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship award is in honor and memory of Special Agent and Major Michael Edward Weston (December 29, 1971 - October 26, 2009). Major Michael Edward Weston, 37, of Washington, D.C., died in a helicopter crash in western Afghanistan on Oct. 26, 2009, where he was serving as an agent for the US Drug Enforcement Agency. He previously served several tours of active duty in Iraq and other war zones as a Major in the United States Marine Corps. Born in Los Angeles, he was the son of retired Alston & Bird partner, Steven W. Weston. This scholarship fund has been established in memory of Mike Weston and his dedicated service to our country. PADRES MILITARY APPRECIAITON SUNDAYS SUNDAY, APR. 22 MILITARY OPENING DAY SUNDAY, MAY 6 MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION SUNDAY, MAY 20 SALUTE TO THE MILITARY CHILD SUNDAY, JUNE 3 US NAVY APPRECIATION SUNDAY, JUNE 24 US ARMY APPRECIATION SUNDAY, JULY 8 US MARINE CORPS APPRECIATION SUNDAY, JULY 22 CALIFORNIA NATIONAL GUARD APPRECIATION SUNDAY, AUG 5 US COAST GUARD APPRECIATION SUNDAY, AUG. 19 SALUTE TO VETERANS SUNDAY, SEP. 9 MILITARY FAMILY APPRECIATION SUNDAY, SEP. 16 US AIR FORCE APPRECIATION SUNDAY, SEP. 30 MILITARY SALUTE/POW/MIA APPRECIATION

STRONG COUPLES: REINTERGRATION WORKSHOP I would like to schedule this class for those of you who have just reintegrated in the last couple of months. Please contact me if you are interested. I will need to know if you will require childcare and if you prefer day or evening. TRANSITION READINESS SEMINAR: Entrepreneurial Pathways is being held from Wednesday through Friday, beginning at 1230 in classroom 3 at the Hub. There's still room for attendees. Please pass the word. For additional questions, they can call the education center at x1801. SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES FROM OPERATION HOMEFRONT SOCAL

****Outdoor Home Makeover**** Do you live in Orange County, California? Do you own your own home? Do you need some help with those pesky outdoor fix-it projects such as painting your house, weed removal, fixing a broken fence, garage organization, planting flowers or improving your overall curb appeal?
We can help! We have a community group that wants to assist a military family that needs some help in the "fix-it" and curb appeal department. This program is restricted to military families within Orange County who own their home. Additionally, the service member must be active duty, activated Reserve or Title 10 Activated Guard with pay grades E1-E6. Entries will be accepted until February 29, 2012 at 12:00 pm. You will be contacted via email and phone by April 4, 2012 if you are selected to participate. Project Outdoor Home Makeover will take place on April 21st and you must be available that day if you are chosen. Please do not enter if you are not available on that day. To enter please visit http://www.formstack.com/forms/?1159182-n3o0zrDvnd ****Spruce Up Your Space*** Do you want to spruce up your space? Does your living room furniture scream Unwanted Cast-offs or Seen Better Days? If so, enter our drawing for a chance to win living room furniture for your household. Participant will be randomly selected on April 4, 2012. We have a community group that wants to assist a military family that needs some gently used furniture pieces used at a recent home expo (couch, loveseat and coffee table, additional items may be added but are not guaranteed). This program is restricted to military families within San Diego County and within a 1 hour driving distance from Coronado who are active duty, activated Reserve or Title 10 activated Guard with pay grades E1-E6). Entries will be accepted until March 16, 2012 at 12:00 pm. You will be contacted via email by April 6, 2012 only if you are selected to receive the furniture. Furniture Giveaway will take place on April 20 and you must be available that day if you are chosen. Please do not enter if you are not available on that day. Furniture color, fabrics, and specific items are not guaranteed. These items will be received sight unseen. To enter please visit http://www.formstack.com/forms/?1161098-n3o0zrDvnd ***Job Opportunity with Pearl Interactive Network, LLC.**** IMMEDIATE NEED for full time qualified candidates for the Virtual (home based) Executive Administrative Assistant position. At present, preference is being given to disabled Veterans for this position. They have an immediate need for candidates with strong administrative skills and a background in one or more of the following: *Generalist (calendar/planning/travel/misc) *Project Administration *Human Resources Support *Data Analysis/Spreadsheet Tracking. Please visit https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp? R_ID=563672&B_ID=5&fid=1&Adid=&ssbgcolor=FFFFFF&SearchScreenID=827 for more information.

MCCS HAPPENINGS Fri, Feb 24 -Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Budget for Baby Class, 9 10:30 a.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, 577-1807 -FREE EFMP Sensory Friendly Showing of Dolphin Tale, 2 p.m., Bob Hope Theater, 858-577-4668 -Meet and Greet with Dick Leinenkugel, 3 4:30 p.m., Marine Mart, Glassware & Other Giveaways -Beer Dinner, 6 10 p.m., Officers Club, 858-577-4808/4814 for reservations Sat, Feb 25 -Celebrity Chef Visit Rich Sweeney, 3 4:30 p.m., MCX Main Store, 858-577-6365

BOB HOPE THEATRE SHOW TIMES

Wed, Feb 22: Contraband (R) 6:30 p.m. Thurs, Feb 23: FREE Admission: Puss In Boots (Not 3D) (PG) 2:00 p.m. *The Devil Inside (R) 6:30 p.m. Fri, Feb 24: FREE Sensory Friendly EFMP Screening: Dolphin Tale (Not 3D) (PG) 1:00 p.m. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (R) 6:30 p.m. Haywire (R) 9:00 p.m. Sat, Feb 25: Joyful Noise (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. The Darkest Hour (Not 3D) (PG-13) 9:00 p.m. Sun, Feb 26: *We Bought a Zoo (PG) 1:00 p.m. *War Horse (PG-13) 6:30 p.m.

ONGOING RESOURCES

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS Calling all volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering with MALS-16, whether it is to bake cookies, help with events, put together welcome folders, or send package abroad, we are looking for you. There is no training required to be a volunteer. Please contact Julia Gwynn at 577-6399 or Julia.gwynn@usmc.mil. If you are interested in joining the Family Readiness Team as an advisor or assistant, please contact Angel DeLuz at 858-577-1322 to register for training. Once you have completed the Family Readiness Asst/Adv training, you and I can sit down and go over the ins and outs of being a part of the team. WHAT EVENTS DO YOU WANT!!! Let your voice be heard. We are looking for ideas for family day/unit events. If there is something fun you think we should do as a unit event, please contact Julia Gwynn at 577-6399 or Julia.gwynn@usmc.mil DSTRESS: FOR MARINES BY MARINES

From the everyday stressors of life to the stressors related to combat, stress can affect even the strongest Marine. The DSTRESS Line was developed by the Corps to provide professional, anonymous counseling for Marines, attached Sailors, and families when it's needed most. Call today to speak with one of your own. MILITARY ONE SOURCE
Its not just a catchy name. THEY ARE ONE SOURCE! From taxes to counseling, to resources, they can help you 24-7, 365 days a year. They offer $4500 in free tuition for spouses looking to go to college for a portable career. Rank restrictions for the grant is E5 and below, O3 and below, and WO-WO2. Contact them at 1-800-342-9647 or log on to militaryonesource.com