Monthly Archives: February 2022

Latest Products from RCAF Association Partner Labusch Skywear

Many of our members are former RCAF, so this may be of interest to them.


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PRODUCTS OF THE WEEK
AVRO VULCAN 

WE ARE ADDING NEW PRODUCTS TO OUR WEBSITE DAILY. CHECK IT OUT!

The Avro Vulcan (later Hawker Siddeley Vulcan from July 1963) is a jet-powered, tailless, delta-wing, high-altitude, strategic bomber, which was operated by the Royal Air Force (RAF) from 1956 until 1984. Aircraft manufacturer A.V. Roe and Company (Avro) designed the Vulcan in response to Specification B.35/46. Of the three V bombers produced, the Vulcan was considered the most technically advanced, hence the riskiest option. Several reduced-scale aircraft, designated Avro 707s, were produced to test and refine the delta-wing design principles. (source: wikipedia.org)

VULCAN PURE VERTICAL
ADULT T-SHIRT

* NEW DESIGN *
5.5 oz (9.1 oz/ly, 186 g) 100% cotton. Set-in rib collar with shoulder-to-shoulder taping. Double-needle sleeve and bottom hems. Preshrunk to minimize shrinkage.
Colours: MILITARY GREEN HEATHER
SIZES: S-XXXL
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VULCAN FLIGHT
ADULT T-SHIRT

5.5 oz (9.1 oz/ly, 186 g) 100% cotton. Set-in rib collar with shoulder-to-shoulder taping. Double-needle sleeve and bottom hems. Preshrunk to minimize shrinkage.
Colours: SILVER, SAND
SIZES: S-XXXL
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VULCAN
PRINTED HAT

Unstructured, Ultratouch Deluxe, Heavyweight Brushed Cotton Twill, 6 section cap with an unstructured soft-lined front, matching adjustable back strap and antique silver ring buckle. Fabric: 100% Cotton.
Colour: STONE WITH BLACK TRIM
SIZE: ONE SIZE / ADJUSTABLE
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VULCAN
CERAMIC MUG

Our Ceramic Mugs feature a colourful and detailed wrap around image on a large 15oz mug which has been fully tested to be microwave and dishwasher safe.
SIZE: 15 oz
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VULCAN
STICKER SHEET

Labusch Skywear Inc.’s peel and stick adhesive sticker sheets are made of premium quality 100% polyester fabric. They apply easily and can be installed on almost any smooth surface for a day or a decade, as their dependable adhesive can be removed and reused without leaving a sticky residue.
SIZES: 17″ x 11″
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VULCAN
MAGNET

Our Vulcan magnet displays a sharp, vivid image with a high degree of colour accuracy.
SIZES: 5″ x 3″
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This e-mail was sent from Royal Canadian Air Force Association (rcaf_list@airforce.ca)

Royal Canadian Air Force Association,405-222 Somerset St. West Ottawa ON K2P 2G3 CANADA, Phone Number:(613) 232-4281, Fax Number: (613) 232-2156, Email Address: director@airforce.ca, Website : http://rcafassociation.ca

Veterans Awareness and Media Consumption Survey

This item from the RCAF Association may be of interest to many of our members.


Given your possible status as a veteran, or given your possible status as a non-veteran member of the RCAF Association and/or a stakeholder to our organization, we convey the following communiqué to you, from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, either for your information or for sharing with someone who may benefit from the information:

(Le français suit l’anglais)

Dear Stakeholders,

We need your help reaching Veterans who do not receive VAC benefits and services. We are surveying Veterans, CAF members, former RCMP members, family members and caregivers on how they learn about and access our programs and services. Their feedback will help us better serve the Veteran community and reach more Veterans.

We kindly ask that you share the below message with your network:

VAC wants your opinion!

Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) is surveying the Veteran community to find out how you learn about and access VAC programs and services. They’re looking for Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, former RCMP members, family members and caregivers. Even if you have never contacted VAC or do not currently receive VAC benefits and services, they want to hear from you.

The survey will take about 15 minutes to complete. It is being conducted on behalf of VAC by the independent Canadian research firm, EKOS Research Associates Inc.

Please visit the EKOS Research website for more information and to participate.

Participation is voluntary and your responses and personal information are confidential in accordance with the Privacy Act. Your responses, whether by phone or online, are anonymous; they are not kept or shared with VAC, and will not have any impact on the benefits or services you receive or may receive in the future.

If you would like to share this survey with your followers on social media, feel free to use the following message:

Veterans Affairs Canada wants to know how it can better communicate with the Veteran community. Tell them how you like to receive information and what you know about their services, by taking part in the survey below.

If someone you know served in the Canadian Armed Forces or RCMP, Veterans Affairs Canada want to hear from them. www.ekos.com/veteransurvey

Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

Stakeholder Engagement and Outreach Team
Veterans Affairs Canada
vac.engagement.acc@veterans.gc.ca

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À tous les intervenants,

Nous avons besoin de votre aide pour communiquer avec les vétérans qui ne bénéficient pas des avantages et des services d’ACC. Nous voulons savoir comment les vétérans, les membres des FAC, les anciens membres de la GRC, les membres de leur famille et les aidants naturels ont appris l’existence de nos programmes et de nos services et comment ils y ont eu accès. Leurs commentaires nous aideront à rejoindre et à servir plus de vétérans.

Nous vous prions de bien vouloir partager le message ci-dessous avec votre réseau :

ACC veut connaître votre opinion!

Anciens Combattants Canada (ACC) sonde la communauté des vétérans pour savoir comment ils sont renseignés sur les programmes et les services d’ACC et comment ils y ont accès. La participation des vétérans, des membres des Force armées canadiennes (FAC), des anciens membres de la GRC, des membres de leur famille et de leurs aidants naturels est sollicitée. Même si vous n’avez jamais communiqué avec ACC ou que vous ne recevez pas d’avantages ou de services d’ACC, vous pouvez participer au sondage.

Il vous faudra environ 15 minutes pour y répondre. Il est mené au nom d’ACC par une firme de recherche canadienne indépendante, EKOS Research Associates Inc.

Vous pouvez visiter le site Web d’EKOS Research pour obtenir de plus amples informations et pour participer.

La participation est volontaire et vos réponses et informations personnelles sont confidentielles conformément à la Loi sur la protection des renseignements personnels. Vos réponses, qu’elles soient données par téléphone ou en ligne, sont anonymes; elles ne sont ni conservées ni partagées avec ACC et n’auront aucune incidence sur les avantages ou les services que vous recevez ou pourriez recevoir à l’avenir.

Si vous souhaitez partager ce sondage avec vos abonnés sur les réseaux sociaux, n’hésitez pas à utiliser le message suivant :

Anciens Combattants Canada veut savoir comment il peut mieux communiquer avec la communauté des vétérans. En répondant au sondage ci-dessous, expliquez la façon dont vous aimez être informé et ce que vous savez des services offerts par le Ministère.

Si quelqu’un que vous connaissez a servi dans les Forces armées canadiennes ou la GRC, Anciens Combattants Canada veut connaître son opinion. www.ekos.com/sondageveterans

Votre aide est grandement appréciée.

Merci.

L’équipe de la mobilisation et de la sensibilisation des intervenants
Anciens Combattants Canada
vac.engagement.acc@veterans.gc.ca

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Royal Canadian Air Force Association,405-222 Somerset St. West Ottawa ON K2P 2G3 CANADA, Phone Number:(613) 232-4281, Fax Number: (613) 232-2156, Email Address: director@airforce.ca, Website : http://rcafassociation.ca

Webinar: Maya Goldenberg on Vaccine Hesitancy

These webinars, which are offered in partnership with Dominion Command, may be of interest to some members.


Is There a War on Science?
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MAYA GOLDENBERG

Is There a War on Science?

February 16th, 7:00 PM ET

The webinar is FREE on Zoom.

Registration is required. Click HERE.

Using vaccine hesitancy as a case study, Maya Goldenberg argues against the common view that public controversy over scientific claims is part of a culture war on science. These controversies instead highlight a social fracturing that divides scientific institutions from the public. Goldenberg presents the alternative view that vaccine hesitancy signals a crisis of trust that invites different thinking about the nature of science, its relationships to the public, and what effective public health outreach should entail.
UPCOMING EVENTS

9 February | People Make History
Kate Armstrong
“Surviving the Ultimate Boys’ Club: Reflections from the Royal Military College’s First Female Cadet”
Register HERE

Presented by:
Click here to listen to the latest episode of On War & SocietyOh What A Visual War with Beatriz Pichel.

On War & Society features authors discussing their research, the challenges associated with doing history, and life ‘behind the book.’

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‘Cyber Partisans’ hack Russian military buildup in a resistance first

An item from the Legion Magazine.


Legion Magazine
Front Lines
 ‘Cyber Partisans’ hack Russian military buildup in a resistance first

 ‘Cyber Partisans’ hack Russian military buildup in a resistance first

STORY BY STEPHEN J. THORNE

In a 21st century twist on an old wartime theme, hacktivists in Belarus penetrated the state-run railway’s computer network and threatened to paralyze trains moving Russian troops and equipment bound for a potential invasion of Ukraine.

The group Belarusian Cyber Partisans said on Jan. 24 it had encrypted servers, databases and workstations, disrupting ticket sales and stalling freight trains. It destroyed some backup systems and encrypted others. It threatened further action if its demands were not met.

 

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Knit Toque
Military Milestones
The New Brunswick bridge bombing

 The New Brunswick bridge bombing

STORY BY SHARON ADAMS

“We are not quite the end of the earth, but it is visible occasionally,” says the website for Vanceboro, Me.

Its residents might have thought it was the end of the Earth when an explosion rocked the town in the middle of the night on Feb. 2, 1915.

Today Vanceboro is a small town on the St. Croix River, the border between Maine and New Brunswick. A century ago, it was bustling, on the main Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) link between Saint John, N.B., and Montreal.

 

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Your Marine Club News for February 2022

A newsletter from a fellow veterans organization in the Bay Area.


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FEBRUARY 2022: MEMORY

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the cancellation of our 2022 Gold Star Parents Honor & Remembrance event, which had been scheduled for this month. Given the recent surge of COVID infections, we just could not ignore the risk of exposing so many to this relentless virus.

 

We have not given up on keeping alive the memories of our fallen heroes, though! In lieu of the annual Gold Star Parents memorial service that would have taken place on 25 February, the Marines’ Memorial will present a Memorial Video as a scheduled YouTube event. The Video, which has been funded by donor dollars, gives each of us an opportunity to support our Gold Star families…until we meet again.

 

Please watch your email for a link to the Memorial Video.

 

Also of note for February:

> MMA offices will be closed for Presidents’ Day, 21 February

> HAPPY 81st BIRTHDAY to the US Coast Guard Reserve!

> PLEASE BE PREPARED: The San Francisco Department of Public Health requires us to verify full vaccination status of all event attendees, as well as those wishing to use our Club’s bar, restaurant, and fitness center. We appreciate your understanding.

YOU’LL LOVE OUR VALENTINE’S WEEKEND PACKAGE!

Members, book this romantic stay and dine package for only $499! It includes:

> 2 nights in a Standard Room
(Suite Upgrade +$225)

> Welcome Wine & Treats in Room

> $50 Meal Credit at Chesty’s

> $50 Meal Credit at Cesario’s

> Daily Breakfast & Happy Hour

> Bottle of Champagne served
with Departure Breakfast

 

Payment is due when you reserve. Fully refundable through 13 February. Restaurant reservations are encouraged.

General David Petraeus, USA (Ret)

SAVE THE DATE! 23 MARCH

IN-PERSON SPEAKER EVENT!

Join us as we welcome General David Petraeus to the Marines’ Memorial Theatre. He will share the stage with journalist and MMA Board Member Mike Cerre, for a lively discussion of current issues.
$30 Members, $45 Non-Members

 

Watch your email for more information and registration details!

COME DINE WITH US AT CHESTY’S

Named in honor of Marine Corps legend “Chesty” Puller, this is your place for a tasty cocktail, a hearty meal, and gorgeous views of San Francisco! Dinner is served Tuesday-Saturday 5-8pm; Breakfast daily 7:30-9:30am; Bar Hours Tuesday-Saturday 4-9pm and Sunday/Monday 4-7pm; and Happy Hour at the bar for members and hotel guests daily 4-6pm.

 

DINNER reservations are REQUIRED.

Email us for Dinner Reservations

See Chesty’s Menus

GREAT EVENTS HAPPEN HERE

There is just ONE place you’ll find superb service paired with that timeless Marine Club ambience. And our Special Events team has the expertise to help you create an unforgettable San Francisco WEDDING, REUNION, or MEETING.

 

We’re ready when you are!

Let’s start planning your event!

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SAY I DO, CELEBRATE, AND LET US DO THE REST.

Weddings at Marines’ Memorial Club are pure magic. Why? Because we are passionate about helping you create a a one-of-a-kind celebration of love in a one-of-a-kind location!

 

Our event spaces and special packages accommodate wedding parties from 10 to 260 guests.

 

Email us. Let’s start planning!

HONORING THE LEGACY

WHO DO YOU KNOW?

Every US service member and veteran you know can benefit from membership in the Marines’ Memorial, and every membership supports our mission to Commemorate, Educate, and Serve.

 

Earning a free night’s stay at your Club when your referral nets a new veteran member…that makes it a WIN-WIN-WIN!

 

Invite a friend to join TODAY!

MEMBERSHIP MATTERS. RENEW OR UPGRADE NOW!

Did you know that Benefactor members enjoy these extra privileges? Lifetime Membership, a special Benefactor Holiday (2 nights plus $50 for dinner in our restaurant), Suite Upgrades at no charge (based on availability at check-in), your choice of 2 complimentary cocktails or 1 bottle of house wine each time you have dinner at Chesty’s, 15% at Marine Club Store, and Advance Reservations for select MMC events. Upgrade now!

 

UPGRADE to Benefactor Status

RENEW your membership

ANOTHER GREAT WAY TO SUPPORT MMA

Sign up for Amazon Smile, and Amazon will donate on your behalf with every purchase! Here’s how:

On your computer, go to Smile.Amazon.com and follow the instructions.

On your iPhone’s Amazon App, open the main menu, tap Settings, tap AmazonSmile, and follow activation instructions.

HELP YOUR FAVORITE VETERAN START THE NEW YEAR RIGHT!

Marines’ Memorial gift cards can be used for accommodations, meals and Marine Club Store items, and they never expire! So, anytime is a great time to give the gift of MMC. Purchase gift cards by calling us at (415) 673-6672.

YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME

A SPECIAL STAY-AND-DINE PACKAGE FOR MEMBERS

Members-only Package Includes:

5 NIGHTS in a Standard Room

$100 Credit for Chesty’s Bar & Grill

$50 Credit for Cesario’s Restaurant

2 Souvenir Chesty’s Coffee Mugs

Breakfast 7:30-9:30am Daily

Hosted Happy Hour 4-6pm Nightly

 

$439/person double occupancy

$799 single occupancy

Upgrades:

Deluxe Room / add $100

Suite / add $300

Tax & Parking not included

 

BOOK IT TODAY! 415-673-6672

PLANNING TO TRAVEL?

Book your next Reciprocal Club visit in TWO EASY STEPS!

 

1. Contact your destination club to confirm they can accommodate you on your desired dates.

 

2. Generate a Letter of Introduction. Log in to your MMA Member account. Then click on “Request Letter of Introduction,” enter a date, and submit. Your destination club will receive your letter automatically by email!

 

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