JANUARY 2020     MMA EVENT CALENDAR

This Month

Happy New Year! We are proud to look back on a full year of programs that helped us realize our mission to make a difference in the lives of Service Members, Veterans and their families. And we couldn’t have done it without the generosity of our members and patriotic supporters! Every donation matters, and we thank you.

Won’t you help us make 2020 even better with a Recurring Gift to the Marines’ Memorial? $10, $20 or $30 a month makes a big difference at the end of the year.

Stop into the Club soon to welcome 2020 with old and new friends. We look forward to seeing you.

If you are interested in sponsoring a Club event, please contact the Development Department at Development@marinesmemorial.org.

Profiles in Leadership: An Evening with General Peter Pace, USMC (Ret)
SPEAKER EVENT  THURSDAY 16 JANUARY, 6:30 p.m.

Join the Naval Institute for an evening with the 16th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (2005-2007). Drawing on his distinguished military and business careers, General Pace will share insights on leadership, the importance of investing in people and purpose, and the crucial roles of ethics and integrity.

FREE EVENT  |  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

The 12th Man: Film Viewing and Panel Discussion
HISTORIC PRESENTATION  THURSDAY 23 JANUARY, 6 p.m.

“The 12th Man” is based on the dramatic story of Jan Baalsrud’s escape from the Nazis. Twelve Norwegian resistance fighters crossed the North Sea to sabotage Nazi military facilities. Eleven were captured, but the 12th man escaped by hiding and swimming, in sub freezing temperatures, to the nearest island.

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75th Anniversary of Iwo Jima
COMMEMORATION  THURSDAY 13 FEBRUARY, 6 p.m.

Please join us as we remember and honor veterans of this pivotal battle of World War II. Our speaker, Col Peter Underwood, USMC (Ret), was Assistant Professor of history at the US Naval Academy, Professor of Strategy at the US Naval War College, and is currently writing a history of the USMC in the First World War.

FREE EVENT  |  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Save the Date – Mark Your Calendar Now!
MORE GREAT UPCOMING EVENTS AT YOUR CLUB

Easter Brunch 4/12/20
Meet the Author: Brian Sobel “Fighting Pattons” 5/6/20
245th Marine Corps Birthday Ball 11/14/20
Thanksgiving Brunch 11/26/20
Holly Jolly Christmas Party 12/5/20
Army vs Navy Viewing Party 12/12/20
New Year’s Eve Celebration 12/31/20

Happy Hour in the Flying Leatherneck Lounge
MEMBERS ONLY  TUESDAY – FRIDAY 4 – 6 p.m.

The Flying Leatherneck Lounge on the Club’s 2nd floor is a great place to run into old friends and meet new ones. If you’re staying here, Happy Hour is complimentary. Why not stop in this week?

Wedding on a Budget? Take a look at our Skyline Package.
MMC EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS 

Consider your Club’s Skyline Wedding Package. Available Sunday and Monday evenings only, your all-inclusive celebration takes place on the Club’s 12th floor, with stunning views, expert event coordination, exceptional service, and gourmet catering. Only $99 per person (50-90 guests).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL OR CALL LISA JIMENEZ AT (415) 830-9135

For unique gifts all year long, visit MarineClubStore.com
HIGH QUALITY GIFTS + CLUB PRIDE

Out on the trail or packed for a quick weekend getaway, this sturdy Under Armour backpack keeps your essentials close. It’s water resistant, with safe pockets for your laptop and valuables. The beautifully detailed embroidery boldly states our mission to honor the legacy of military service!

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Reciprocal Clubs Worldwide: Download the List 

Are you planning to travel? As a member, you have reciprocal privileges at over 240 private clubs around the world! The complete listing of our Reciprocal Clubs, including addresses and contact information, is available for download here.

SF Sketchfest 2020
COMEDY  9-26 JANUARY

Audible presents the 19th Annual SF Sketchfest Comedy Festival. This year’s lineup includes SF Sketchfest Tributes with Busy Philipps and Kevin Nealon, Improvised Shakespeare Company, Celebrity Autobiography, Futurama Live, Desi Comedy Fest, and much more. Tickets go fast, so if you love to laugh, don’t wait!

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Scrubbing In Live!
COMEDY / PODCAST  1 FEBRUARY, 8 p.m.

Becca Tilley and Tanya Rad put on their scrubs and take their podcast live! Join them for a Girls Night Out filled with laughter (and a few of Tanya’s tears). Special guests will join the BFFs on stage as they answer a host of relationship and modern woman questions!

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Humanities West: Greenberg Among Friends – Mozart
LECTURE / CONCERT  6 FEBRUARY, 7:30 p.m.

This event explores the life, times and personality of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in an effort to understand the living, breathing man behind the music. Join musicologist Robert Greenberg and pianist Linio Rivera for an enlightening musical evening.

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