June Luncheon & Annual Meeting

Posted on 06/10/2015 by Jon Barton

Attention USNAAAA Chapter Members and Atlanta Area USNA Alumni,
Please plan to attend Atlanta Chapter’s Annual Luncheon on Friday, June 19, 2015, at 11:30 a.m. Please note our venue has changed to the American Legion Post 160 in Smyrna, GA.
The Annual Meeting will elect the next officers, with proposed slate of:
President: Ed Brownlee ’81
Vice President: Parker Shelato ’08
Secretary: Ron Surfield ’90
The June Luncheon will feature  Rick Davies as our guest speaker.  Rick is a noted expert on CyberSecurity and is on tap to provide the chapter with his insights on industry trends and on how to best protect yourself in our increasingly online world.

As with any USNAAAA you will be able to catch up with classmates and shipmates, and hear what is happening locally within the Chapter and in Annapolis with the Alumni Association and Foundation.
Location:

American Legion Post 160
160 Legion Drive SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
Lunch includes Burger or Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich, fries, potato salad, dessert and beverages (water, tea or soda).  Tax and gratuity included. Lunch is priced at $15 for members and $20 for non-members (a great opportunity to become a member and save $5) and as always, exact change is always appreciated.  Feel free to bring guests and encourage slacker classmates to join us.
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Atlanta Annual Army-Navy Golf Classic

Posted on 04/21/2015 by Jon Barton

The 19th renewal of the golf classic between the USNA Atlanta Alumni Chapter and the West Point Society of Atlanta will take place on Friday, May 22, 2015 at the Canaongate 1 Golf Club in Sharpsburg, GA.

REGISTER HERE

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Lynn Hatch Passing

Posted on 04/14/2015 by Jon Barton
Lynn Hatch, the lovely wife of Capt Jim Hatch, USNA ’47, passed away this past Saturday. Jim has been a loyal member and supporter of our chapter for many years, and he and Lynn were faithful attendees at our social functions.  Those of us who knew and loved Lynn can attest that she had a beautiful, always cheerful, personality that brightened her surroundings.  I know that Jim will miss her greatly, as we will–they were married for more than 60 years–so it would be a great comfort to him to support him and the family at this sad time with our presence at these functions.

Visitation will be next Sunday, 19 April, at Patterson Funeral Home, 173 Allen Rd. Sandy Springs, from 4-7:30 pm. The Rosary will be conducted from 7-7:30.  The funeral will be at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 4465 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA, Monday 20 April, 11-12, with reception following in the church.
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April Alumni Luncheon

Posted on 04/03/2015 by Jon Barton

Attention USNAAAA Chapter Members and Atlanta Area USNA Alumni,
Please plan to attend Atlanta Chapter’s March Luncheon on Friday, April 17, 2015, at 11:30 a.m.
The April Luncheon will feature Mike Wilson’71 as our guest speaker.  Mike is a aviation expert and drone guru; and he will speak to the chapter on the state of the art in the world of  drones. Given the rise of these aircraft to revolutionize many industries and our everyday life, there will be something for everybody to learn at this months luncheon.

As with any USNAAAA you will be able to catch up with classmates and shipmates, and hear what is happening locally within the Chapter and in Annapolis with the Alumni Association and Foundation.
The Atlanta Chapter’s APRIL luncheon is scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2015, at 11:30 a.m., at 57th Fighter Group. For directions, visit the chapter’s website: atlanta.usnaaasiteadmin.net. Lunch is priced at $20 for members and $25 for non-members (a great opportunity to become a member and save $5) and as always, exact change is always appreciated.  Feel free to bring guests and encourage slacker classmates to join us.

Location:
The 57th Fight Group Restaurant
3829 Clairmont Road
Atlanta, 30341
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Chapter Board Nominations

Posted on 03/27/2015 by Jon Barton

The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association of Atlanta is looking for capable hands to take over three key board leadership positions.  The open positions are President, Vice President and Secretary.  These are two year postings which we are recruiting alumni to oversee operations of the chapter such as Monthly Luncheons, Army Navy Gatherings, Dark Ages Dinner and Dance, as well as the Lobsterfest.  In short, we are asking for your support, and specifically your time and leadership to help move the chapter forward.  If this resonates with you, and you are willing to step up, please call or email Steve Newell (@678-357-6941) to volunteer for these chapter leadership positions, as well as a number of at-large board positions.  Thank you for your time and BEAT ARMY!

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March Luncheon

Posted on 03/11/2015 by Jon Barton

Attention USNAAAA Chapter Members and Atlanta Area USNA Alumni,

Please plan to attend Atlanta Chapter’s March Luncheon on Friday, March 20, 2014, at 11:30 a.m.

The March Luncheon will feature Michael Tabb ’88, Managing Principal at Red Rock Global, a leading commercial real estate services company.  He will be joined by Eric Pinckney of the Integral Group, to speak about the new Doraville development and give everyone an inside look at what is planned for the old GM site.  More that just an update on one of the biggest redevelopment sites in the country, our two guest are noted experts in these fields and will be available to give insights into the real estate trends in the region.

As with any USNAAAA you will be able to catch up with classmates and shipmates, and hear what is happening locally within the Chapter and in Annapolis with the Alumni Association and Foundation.
The Atlanta Chapter’s March luncheon is scheduled for Friday, March 20th, 2014, at 11:30 a.m., at 57th Fighter Group. For directions, visit the chapter’s website: atlanta.usnaaasiteadmin.net. Lunch is priced at $20 for members and $25 for non-members (a great opportunity to become a member and save $5) and as always, exact change is always appreciated.  Feel free to bring guests and encourage slacker classmates to join us.

Location:
The 57th Fight Group Restaurant
3829 Clairmont Road
Atlanta, 30341
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FIRST Robotic Competition – Volunteers Needed

Posted on 03/10/2015 by Jon Barton

Calling all Alumni: Volunteers Need for this weekend… March 26 to March 28 to support USNA Admission STEM Mission.  USNA Admissions Office has agreed to expand their support of FIRST Robotics Regionals in 2015 to 5 selected locations, including Atlanta. The Altanta chapter needs help to set up info tables to get the word out about STEM opportunities at USNA. All alumni and parents are welcome to help out.  For more information and to sign up call/email Ed Brownlee (770) 319-7350) or Paul Borer (770)364-4332.

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Dark Ages and Founder’s Day Dinner and Dance

Posted on 02/05/2015 by Jon Barton

The Dark Ages and Founder’s Day Dinner and Dance  is set for  Saturday Feb 21st at 1800-2200, in the Bunker Room,  57th Fighter Group Restaurant, 3829 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta  at PDK airport.
Come join us for our annual Dark Ages – Founder’s Day Dinner and celebrate our service in the air, on land and sea!

Register HERE!

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January Luncheon

Posted on 01/13/2015 by Jon Barton

Attention USNAAAA Chapter Members and Atlanta Area USNA Alumni,

Please plan to attend Atlanta Chapter’s January Luncheon on Friday, January 16, 2014, at 11:30 a.m.

The January Luncheon will feature James Dwyer, bestselling author of Annihilation BEACH; the story of the Battle of Tarawa, with the incredible horrors and the distinguished heroism of a platoon of marines who must fight their way ashore and then battle the Japanese defenders in their hidden bunkers and foxholes!

As with any USNAAAA you will be able to catch up with classmates and shipmates, and hear what is happening locally within the Chapter and in Annapolis with the Alumni Association and Foundation.
The Atlanta Chapter’s January luncheon is scheduled for Friday, January 16th, 2014, at 11:30 a.m., at 57th Fighter Group. For directions, visit the chapter’s website: atlanta.usnaaasiteadmin.net. Lunch is priced at $20 for members and $25 for non-members (a great opportunity to become a member and save $5) and as always, exact change is always appreciated.  Feel free to bring guests and encourage slacker classmates to join us.

Location:
The 57th Fight Group Restaurant
3829 Clairmont Road
Atlanta, 30341
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Norcross Mid Selected for Marshall Scholarship

Posted on 01/05/2015 by Jon Barton

MIDN 1/C Andrea Howard of Norcross, GA was selected for a Marshall Scholarship on December 2nd.Howard is a double-major in political science and Arabic and will pursue a Master of Arts in science and security at King’s College London. This semester, she is the commander of the 125-member Drum and Bugle Corps, the midshipman director of freshman training at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, an alto soloist in the Gospel Choir, and a Trident Scholar.
Howard will commission as a Navy ensign upon graduation from the Naval Academy and will train as a submariner in the U.S. Navy after completing her studies at King’s College.
Marshall Scholarships were founded by an Act of Parliament in 1953 and commemorate the humane ideals of the European Recovery Program (Marshall Plan). Approximately 40 Marshall Scholars are selected each year.
http://usnatrident.blogspot.com/2014/12/usna-midshipman–for-marshall.html

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