2006-2007 MILITARY GUIDE TO HAMPTON ROADS
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2006-2007 MILITARY GUIDE TO HAMPTON ROADS
2006-2007 MILITARY GUIDE TO HAMPTON ROADS © Sonic America’s Drive-In Corp. PENINSULA AREA: Carrollton 13450 CARROLLTON BOULEVARD Gloucester 7060 GEORGE WASHINGTON Hampton, VA (2 locations) 2001 WEST MERCURY BLVD 200 FLOYD THOMPSON BLVD. Newport News, VA (2 locations) Proud Supporter of The USO of Hampton Roads 12740 JEFFERSON AVENUE 11835 JEFFERSON AVENUE Williamsburg 721 EAST ROCHAMBEAU DRIVE Yorktown 2514 GEORGE WASHINGTON NORFOLK: 2404 EAST LITTLE CREEK ROAD 1093 NORTH MILITARY HIGHWAY CHESAPEAKE: 3285 WESTERN BRANCH BLVD 1216 BATTLEFIELD BLVD NORTH 969 PROVIDENCE ROAD Elizabeth City 307 WEST EHRINGHAUS STREET Oak Hall 7015 LANKFORD HIGHWAY Portsmouth 5755 PORTSMOUTH BOULEVARD Suffolk 1536 NORTH MAIN OUTER BANKS: Nags Head 5205 SOUTH CROATAN HIGHWAY Moyock 103 Currituck Commercial Drive Grandy 6454 CARATOKE HIGHWAY VIRGINIA BEACH: 5453 WESLEYAN DRIVE 3581 HOLLAND ROAD 1137 NIMMO PARKWAY 1916 CENTERVILLE TURNPIKE 1014 INDEPENDENCE BOULEVARD 4889 VIRGINIA BEACH BOULEVARD MORE LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU OPENING SOON 5 6 7 8 11 12 12 13 16 18 22 23 24 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 34 36 38 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Contents Welcome Letter Education Attractions & Shopping 40 41 42 43 Welcome Letters Public Schools Colleges & Universities Shopping 44 45 46 47 50 51 64 65 DMV, Drivers License & Media Acute Care & Speciality Hospitals Public School & Population Data Festivals & Events USO Photo File Gardens, Parks & Recreation Chesapeake, Hampton Newport News, Norfolk, Suffolk Virginia Beach Williamsburg Dept. of Parks & Recreation Museums & Historic Sites Chesapeake Hampton, James City County Newport News Norfolk, Portsmouth Suffolk, Virginia Beach Williamsburg, York County 52 52 53 54 55 55 56 56 57 58 60 61 62 About the Cover Quick Reference Sports & Recreation Sports Venues Theme Parks & Golf Sight Seeing Hampton Roads 66 67 67 68 70 The Eagle finds a place on our cover for the 2006-2007 Edition of the Military Guide. The illustration is framed by a short lesson in Latin rendered in hand drawn type. The Latin phrases translate as follows: Cover Art Leslie Ryan 2006 MILITARY GUIDE TO HAMPTON ROADS Eastern Shore Chapels Child Development Centers Commissaries Emergency Help Family Service Centers Education Offices Military Legal Assistance Housing Referral Temporary Lodging Military Installations Regional Map Medical Centers & Services MWR USMC’s Semper Fidelis: Always Faithful USN’s Non sibi sed Patriae: Not Self But Country USCG’s Semper Paratus: Always Prepared USAF’s Libertatem Defendimus: Liberty We Defend The Army’s “This We’ll Defend,” is a phrase used since the American Revolution. It is found on the official emblem of the Army. It signifies the Army’s constant readiness to defend and preserve the United States of America. HOOAH! USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Who founded the USO? The United Service Organizations (USO) was formed in 1941 in response to a request from President Franklin D. Roosevelt that private organizations handle the on-leave recreation of the U.S. Armed Forces. Six civilian agencies: the Salvation Army, Young Men’s Christian Association, Young Women’s Christian Association, National Catholic Community Services, National Travelers Aid Association, and the National Jewish Welfare Board coordinated their efforts to provide services that were not duplicated or overlooked. As a result, the USO center was born. Despite the conflicts and uncertainty of the decades that followed, the USO center had endured and continues to be regarded as a “home away from home” for the U.S. Armed forces and their families. (FAQ’S) Frequently Asked Questions Chairman’s Letter Board of Directors USOHR Service Centers Annual Sponsors Services & Programs Information & Referral Family Outreach Quality of Life Special Events Frequently Given Answers Military Resources USO of Hampton Roads Resources When was the USO of Hampton Roads founded? Although the USO operated dozens of centers on the Peninsula and Southside during WWII, anti-military sentiments and budget cuts during the 1960’s diminished the USOHR presence for almost 25 years. The current USO of Hampton Roads traces its history back to 1984 when two off-duty sailors were shot to death in Newport News. It was this incident that motivated the military and local communities to create a place where members of the military and their family Military Appreciation Day at the Virginia Zoo could go for support and recreation. On September 15, 1985, with military, civilian and government dignitaries in attendance, The Virginia Peninsula USO held its grand opening at its center in the Hampton Coliseum Mall. In 1986 The Virginia Peninsula USO received its first charter from USO World Headquarters and was re-named the USO of Hampton Roads. What is the mission of the USO of Hampton Roads? It is the mission of the USO of Hampton Roads to enhance the quality of life of the U.S. Armed Forces personnel and their families worldwide and to create a cooperative relationship between U.S. military communities and involved or supporter civilian communities. With eight affiliate location service centers and over 750 volunteers, the USO of Hampton Roads offers quality of life programs, family outreach and information and referral services. Is the USOHR part of the U.S. government? The USO of Hampton Roads is a non-governmental, but congressionally chartered organization. (Reference document: Department of Defense Directive 1330.12 of November 01, 2000) The USO of Hampton Roads depends on the generosity of individuals and corporations to fund its programs and services. While it is affiliated with USO World, it receives no funding from world headquarters. What type of programs does the USOHR offer to military personnel and their families? The USO of Hampton Roads has eight affiliate location service centers throughout Southeast Virginia and the Eastern Shore. Each affiliate location service center is responsible for developing center activities and programs and works closely with the Administrative office to provide a wide variety of assistance and outreach to fit the needs of military members and their families. Some of these programs include: emergency lodging, mobile outreach, orientation, information and referral, special holiday programs, summer concerts, military appreciation days and Flightline canteens. What can I do to help the USOHR? There are a variety of volunteer opportunities at the USO of Hampton Roads. People who wish to volunteer should contact the USOHR Administrative office at 757-788-4984 or visit our website at www.usohr.org to fill out a volunteer form. Individuals wishing to make a financial donation to the USO of Hampton Roads may send a check to: Where can I go to get help from the USO of Hampton Roads? P.O. Box 7250 Military members and their families who need assistance or who Hampton, Virginia would like to participate in USO of Hampton Roads activities may 23666-0250 contact their nearest USOHR Affiliate Location Service Center. For Individuals or corporations wishing to become sponsors may a complete listing of USOHR centers, individuals may call 757-788contact us at 757-788-4984. 4984 or visit our website at www.usohr.org. The 2006 USO Military Guide to Hampton Roads is provided by the USO of Hampton Roads as a service to the military community in Southeast Virginia. It is published annually and distributed free. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy but neither the USO of Hampton Roads nor LeslieGraphics can be held responsible for errors and/or omissions. Questions, comments and inquiries concerning the editorial content or advertising of the USO Military Guide to Hampton Roads should be directed to the USO of Hampton Roads. We would like to thank all of the cities and military installations who assisted us with providing accurate and current information for the 2006 issue of the USO Military Guide to Hampton Roads. A special thank you to all of the advertisers for their continued support of the military community of Hampton Roads. Managing Editors John Gentile Karen Licari Associate Editor Liane Bloeser Assisting Editors Ruth Hendricks USO Staff Distribution Manager Josie Rusia Production Manager & Art Director Leslie Ryan USO of Hampton Roads P.O.Box 7250 Hampton, VA www.usohr.org 757-788-4984 LESLIEGRAPHICS lesliegraphics@earthlink.net Certain images/photos with permission ©2005JUPITERIMAGES CORPORATION PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. by Apollo Press, Inc. Newport News, VA USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide USO OF HAMPTON ROADS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Officers Chairman VADM Henry Giffin, Jr., USN (Ret.) AMSEC LLC Letter from Chairman of the Board W elcome to Hampton Roads – home to the largest concentration of military personnel in the United States! For over twenty years the USO of Hampton Roads has been serving the men and women of the armed services in Southeast Virginia. And we are proud to announce our grand opening of our newest affiliate location on Wallops Island. The USO of Hampton Roads acts as the bridge between the military and civilian communities to help provide the military member a “home away from home.” Past Chairman MG Joseph G. Gray, USA (Ret.) US Ministries, CCCI Past President Mr. Thomas N. Hunnicutt, III Pembroke Construction Co. Treasurer Mr. Stanley R. Gallaer, Jr. POMOCO Auto Group Secretary John Gentile USO of Hampton Roads Vice Chairwoman – Peninsula Mrs. Jean Yokum Langley Federal Credit Union Legal Counsel Mr. Tim Dorsey USA Discounters The USO of Hampton Roads is honored to deliver you the eighth edition of the popular USO Military Guide to Hampton Roads. This guide is designed to provide military personnel and their families a quick and easy reference to USO services, military resources and general information about southeast Virginia and the Eastern Shore. We have recently improved upon the format of this guide based on feedback from our readers and have incorporated helpful information for all military newcomers to this area. For up-to-date information on our programs and services we invite you to visit our website regularly at www.usohr.org. The USO of Hampton Roads offers a wide variety of assistance and outreach to fit specific needs through programs like emergency lodging, mobile outreach, orientation, information and referral, special holiday programs and Flightline canteens. The USO also works together with military installations, their family support centers and human service resources such as United Way agencies to enhance and encourage the relationship between the military and civilian community. On behalf of the USO Board of Directors, volunteers, staff and the Hampton Roads community, we welcome you. The USO of Hampton Roads is here for you, and we encourage you to visit our centers and make use of our programs and services. VADM Henry Giffin, Jr., USN (Ret.) Chairman Board of Directors USO of Hampton Roads This guide is provided to you free of charge through the generosity of our advertisers. Please support these companies with your business. Thank you on behalf of the USO of Hampton Roads. USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Board Members CMDMC Bob Allen, USN SUPSHIP Newport News Mrs. Maryellen Baldwin Hampton Roads Navy League Colonel Chris Bendall Deputy of 1st Mission Support Group Mr. Raymond B. Bottom, Jr. Centennial Communications, LLC. Mrs. Alison Clifford Military Newspapers of Virginia Captain Casey Collins, USN Naval Support Activity Captain Garrat E. Cooper, USN Naval Amphibious Base, Little Creek Mr. Dick Curry Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Mr. Irwin F. Edenzon Northrop Grumman Newport News Colonel Ronnie T. Ellis, USA U.S. Army Transportation Center Colonel Jason Evans, USA Ft. Monroe Mr. John Griffing Northrop Grumman Corporation Command Master Chief Steven A. Hunnicutt, USN Regional Support Group Ms. Joni Ivey Chief of Staff for The Honorable Robert C. Scott Mr. David Johnson C. Lloyd Johnson Co., Inc. Captain Patrick Lorge, USN Oceana Naval Air Station Mr. David Lundahl VA Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Captain Fred Lutz, USN (Ret.) Fleet Forces Command N43B Ms. Eileen Mandel State Director for The Honorable John W. Warner Mr. David Mock President, AUSA Captain Michael E. McMahon, USN SUPSHIP Newport News Captain Gerard O’Regan, USN Naval Station Norfolk Mr. Ken Reynolds AFA, Langley Chapter Rear Admiral Rick Ruehe, USN Navy Region, Mid-Atlantic BG Ron Sconyers, USAF (Ret.) USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide (uso centers) Norfolk International Airport USO Arrivals Terminal, Second Floor 2200 Norview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23518 Phone: 757-233-0567 Hours: Sun. – Thur. 8:00 am – 8:00 pm, Fri. & Sat. 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Director: Polly Haag usonorfolkairport@cox.net AMC Terminal at Norfolk Naval Station USO Building LP210, Air Terminal Road Phone 757-440-0939 Toll Free 1-877-417-1695 Fax 757-445-0243 Hours: Mon. - Sun. 5:00am - 10:00pm Director: Teresa Uminn teresa.uminn@airtermnorva.navy.mil Norfolk Naval Station USO Affiliate Location Service Center serves 100,000 plus military travelers and their families transiting through the NAVSTA AMC Terminal each year. USOHR vans provide transportation to the Navy Exchange, and BEQ and BOQ free of charge. Light refreshments, coffee, TV, movies, magazines, books and computers with Internet access are available. A dependents’ lounge is also available for the kids to play games, read books and watch movies, as well as an infant area with cribs, rocking chairs, a diaper changing area, microwave and sink. There are showers on the first floor and second floor for added convenience. Come by and enjoy the USO Lounge. USO Administrative Office Fort Monroe P.O. Box 7250 Hampton Phone 757-788-4984 Fax 757-788-4988 USOHR@usohr.org www.usohr.com Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00am - 5:00pm USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Fort Eustis USO MWR Leisure Center Building 671 Phone 757-8782415 Fax 757-878-2407 Hours: Mon. - Sat. 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Sun. 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Director: Mary Moyer moyerml@eustis.army.mil USO Fort Eustis is the soldier’s “home away from home” and is located in the MWR Leisure Center on post. Visitors to the Fort Eustis USO Affiliate Location Service Center will find cable TV, movies, games, computers and refreshments. This center also provides services to families in need of emergency lodg i ng, t ranspo r tation and some limited financial assistance. Relocation and local event information in the form of welcome packets can be picked up here. Some of the special events at the Fort Eustis USO are: Thanksgiving and Christmas Buffets; family dinners; barbecues; dart and card tournaments; craft programs and mini-trips. All of the activities and services at the Fort Eustis USO are open to active duty, family members, National Guard, reservists and disabled veterans regardless of branch of service. Acting President Chief Operating Officer Vice President of Business Vice President of Marketing, Communications & Development IT Director Service Center & Sponsor Coordinator Office Manager Outreach Director Little Creek USO 1604 Amphibious Drive Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek Phone 757-222-0472 Hours: Mon.–Wed. 10:0am-5:00 pm, Thur. – Sat. 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Director: Laura Mitchell usolittlecreek@cox.net The USO/Armed Services YMCA Lounge supports all active duty, disabled Veterans, Reservists, National Guard, retirees and their families traveling through the airport. This newly renovated welcoming lounge provides you with information and referrals, and a place to relax, grab a snack and a cup of coffee, watch a movie or read a book. Little Creek USO supports and assists military service members assigned to area bases. This affiliate location service center provides a home away from home atmosphere with an assortment of activities and entertainment. This center supports deployments and homecomings, as well as provides information referral services on and off base to enhance quality of life for active duty and their families. Reading material, board games, cards, TV, movies, and computers with Internet access are all available for use. (uso centers) Your Home Away From Home Huntington Hall USO SUPSHIP Newport News 3100 Huntington Avenue Newport News Phone 757-223-1980 Hours: Lounge – Mon.-Fri. 7:30am - 10:00pm Director: Danis Lensch baton689@aol.com The Huntington Hall USO is located within the Bachelor Enlisted Quarters in downtown Newport News. The Huntington Hall USO supports and assists military service members assigned to ships at Newport News Shipyard for either new construction or overhaul. This affiliate location service center provides a friendly atmosphere and has an assortment of activities are available. Come enjoy movies on a big screen TV, cards, board games, a small library, and mini-trips. Emergency transportation, phone cards and stamps are also available. Karen Licari Karen Licari Josie Rusia Liane Bloeser Michael Granville Amanda Johnson Ruth Hendricks Eva Granville USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Raymon B. Bottom Newport News International Airport 900 Bland Boulevard Newport News Phone: 757-969-5604 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:00am-8:00pm Saturday 1:00pm-7:00pm Sunday 12:30pm-3:00pm Holidays: All hours extended Director: Libby Kendrick usonnairport@cox.net Thank You! Thank you for your continued support Annual Sponsors Please share our appreciation and do business with these companies whenever possible. Recently relocated within the airport lobby, this USO affiliate location service center serves all active duty members and their families. The USO Airport center helps with lost luggage, ticket information, local event information, maps, and travel problems such as car rental. This center also assists in providing transportation to all military facilities. While visiting the center you may enjoy TV, movies, magazines books, refreshments, and toys and small games for children. For your convenience, USO phone cards are available for sale. Support Your Local USO In order to maintain eight affiliate location service centers and provide programs to the military, it is imperative that the USO of Hampton Roads maintain a strong sponsor relationship with our local business and civic organizations. The Hampton Roads community has always been very supportive of our efforts to provide services that complement existing military programs to our local service members. There are multiple ways you can help us provide these much needed services: ( annual sponsor s) (uso centers) Your Home Away From Home Sponsorships Businesses can sponsor events, centers or activities for the USO of Hampton Roads. Contact the Administration Office for more information on the benefits of sponsorship at 757-788-4984. Wallops Island USO Surface Combat Systems Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 Phone: 1-757-824-1298 The USO of Hampton Roads in partnership with USO World Headquarters and Navy MWR opened its newest affiliate location service center in November 2005. This center offers recreation programs, special events, trips and tours. Volunteering The USO of Hampton Roads could not function without a dedicated volunteer staff. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please contact us at 757-788-4984 or visit our website at www.usohr.org to complete a volunteer form. Donations Corporate and individual donations help us maintain our day to day operations and also to put on special events for our local military often at no charge or for a minimal fee. If you would like to make a donation please send a check to: The USO of Hampton Roads P.O. Box 7250 Hampton, Virginia 23666 The USO is a United Way/CFC Agency. Please designate to the USO of Hampton Roads 7037/5051 10 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 11 (Services & programs) T he USO of Hampton Roads has eight affiliate location service centers throughout the area specifically designed to offer support and service to the military and their families in Southeast Virginia and the Eastern Shore. These service centers are the backbone of the USO of Hampton Roads. Each center is responsible for developing center activities and programs, and works closely with the Administrative Office to provide a wide variety of assistance and outreach to fit the needs of military members and their families. Below are examples of USO of Hampton Roads programs and activities: family outreach Fatherhood Conference The USO of Hampton Roads in partnership with the Joint Services Military Fatherhood Committee sponsors a free one-day conference to reinforce the crucial role military fathers have in the lives of their children. USO of Hampton Roads hosts a BBQ dinner and entertainment for fathers and their families after the conference. Kids Day at Ft. Monroe Kid’s Day is an annual event that takes place each August at Ft. Monroe to celebrate being a military dependent child. The day is centered on children’s activities and includes games and face painting. USO of Hampton Roads is a proud sponsor of this Ft. Monroe event. Military Appreciation Dependents Cruise Dependents of deployed service personnel are offered a cruise onboard the Spirit of Norfolk. The families are provided the cruise, meal, and entertainment compliments of Spirit Cruises. USO Support Groups USOHR Affiliate Location Centers provide a safe place for Family Support Groups to host meetings and activities. Currently, the USOHR Affiliate Location Centers at the AMC Terminal, Ft. Eustis and Little Creek host meetings for over 20 support groups. In addition to providing a location for these meetings, USOHR Affiliate Location Center Directors are frequent guest speakers at support groups providing information and referral to military and their families. Information and Referral USO of Hampton Roads provides a link between the military and civilian community. Information services are available and provide: community welcome packets, maps, travel brochures, cultural information, entertainment, hotel/motel and restaurant listings, social service programs, as well as information on all local services and programs offered by the surrounding military installations. USOHR also provides referrals and follow-up services for those needing future assistance. Mobile Outreach Staff and volunteers visit community events, shopping centers, military bases, and other locations on request, to provide and distribute information about USOHR programs and services and other Hampton Roads family-support agencies. Orientation USO of Hampton Roads regularly attends military orientations for personnel reporting to local military installations. USOHR Website The USOHR website is a valuable resource that provides information to the military and local community about USOHR programs and services. The website also highlights the monthly newsletter that provides updates, center activities, and military specials and recognizes individuals and organizations for their support of the USOHR. Individuals interested in volunteering with the USO of Hampton Roads can visit the website to fill out an online volunteer application form. www.usohr.org. We Celebrate the Military Child USOHR Emergency Lodging With the generous support of private hotels/motels in the area, short-term lodging may be provided for military members and their families on an emergency basis. 12 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide (Services & programs) Information & Referral Kids Day at Fort Monroe USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 13 (Services & programs) family outreach We Build Futures. . . Alternative Behavioral Services (ABS) is a nationally recognized leader in the behavioral health care industry. We provide a full continuum of behavioral health care to children, adolescents and adults via ABS is seeking a totally integrated delivery system. We offer employees a talented individuals for positions in: dynamic and active learning environment, an excellent benefits program and unlimited career growth. For more COUNSELING information on career opportunities with ABS, please visit us on the web at www.absfirst.com NURSING PSYCHOLOGY SOCIAL WORK THERAPY EDUCATION Alternative Behavioral Services ABS is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action and Drug Free Workplace Foster Hope. Exceptional Family Member Day Each year the USOHR and Paramount’s Kings Dominion offers a day of fun for military families who have children with serious or life threatening illnesses and children who are wheelchair bound. Through the USO and the parks’ staff, with the support of the Joint Military Exceptional Family Member Committee, arrangements are made for free admission into the Park, medical staff to be on hand, handicap accessibility to rides and a group picnic. You can give hope to a child in crisis by giving him or her a temporary home. Our community has an immediate need for all types of foster treatment homes. If you can offer a stable, caring environment for a neglected or abused child or teen, please call first Home Care for more information. You’ll be fostering hope in a child - and in our community. Richmond 3805 Cutshaw Ave. Suite 112 Richmond, VA 23230 Phone 804-358-8737 Northern Virginia 5515 Cherokee Ave. Suite 400 Alexandria, VA 22312 Phone 703-914-0182 Tidewater 1634 London Blvd. Portsmouth, VA 23704 Phone 757-393-7211 Eastern Shore 32370 Lankford Highway Painter, VA 23420 Phone 757-442-4590 Be a Foster Parent. Fort Eustis Spouse Appreciation Day Each spring the USO sponsors a Spouse Appreciation Day at Ft. Eustis. The event is a carnival-like atmosphere with plenty of food and fun. 14 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Alternative Behavioral Services The Pines Residential Treatment Center www.absfirst.com The Kempsville Campus of The Pines Residential Treatment Center in Norfolk, VA provides a nurturing and safe setting to address the comprehensive mental health needs of emotionally disturbed children and adolescents diagnosed with psychiatric illness. Our Tricarecertified Child and Adolescent Programs for males and females, ages 5 to 18 are designed to offer a range of developmentally appropriate therapies, accredited educational services, and prescribed therapeutic activities including individual, family and group therapy. For more information contact our Centralized Admissions Office at 1-877-227-7000 (Services & programs) quality of life Adopt-A-Serviceperson For over 18 years the USO of Hampton Roads has offered the “Adopt-A-Serviceperson” program during Thanksgiving to provide a “home for the holiday” atmosphere for single soldiers who cannot be with their loved ones during this time of year. This USOHR program pairs host families throughout Hampton Roads with single military service personnel to spend Thanksgiving Day together. During the Christmas season, USOHR also works with host families to provide some holiday cheer by “adopting” military families in need. USOHR Holiday Party The USO of Hampton Roads produces an annual holiday party and provides food, games, and entertainment for all military families in the Hampton Roads area. Family members of deployed military personnel have the opportunity to record video messages to loved ones after the party. The holiday party and the recorded messages are sent on video to bring comfort and a piece of home to deployed units overseas. Hampton/ USOHR Summer Concert Series Military Appreciation Day at The Virginia Zoo As part of the yearly Fleet Week festivities in Hampton Roads, USOHR and the Virginia Zoo honor all active duty military and their families by providing free admission to the Zoo, children’s games, inflatable rides and military demonstrations. USOHR also sponsors a special children’s show each year. Past performances have included The Magic School Bus, Franklin the Turtle and Garfield. Flightline Canteen USO of Hampton Roads operates a Flightline Canteen at Langley Air Force Base for all military that deploy in support of overseas operations such as “Operation Enduring Freedom.” 16 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Working in partnership with the City of Hampton and Hampton Chevrolet, USO of Hampton Roads hosts a variety of concerts throughout the summer months at Fort Monroe, Langley Air Force Base and in the City of Hampton. Mobile Canteen United Way Day of Caring The kick off day for the United Way/CFC Campaign brings the USOHR together with the community to help those in need. Each year the USOHR staff and volunteers spend the day with patients at the local VA Hospital in Hampton hosting a picnic, playing games and providing entertainment to bring a “touch of home” to those who once served this great nation. In 2003 The USO of Hampton Roads received a grant from the Norfolk Foundation to purchase a mobile canteen to provide support to the military and their families at homecomings, deployments and USOHR special events. On September 9th, USOHR deployed its mobile canteen to Mobile, Alabama to offer a “touch of home” to military families affected by Hurricane Katrina and military members aiding in Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. (Services & programs) quality of life USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 17 (Services & programs) Special Events USOHR Invitational Golf Tournament The USOHR hosts an annual golf tournament the second weekend in August. Prominent businessmen join Flag and General officers for a 3-day weekend of golf. LPGA Golf Tournament (Michelob Light) The USO of Hampton Roads provides over 250 military volunteers to aid in the LPGA golf tournament. In return for our services provided, the USOHR receives a charitable donation. Memorial Day Patriotic Festival The USO of Hampton Roads in partnership with the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce and the City of Virginia Beach will host its Second Annual Military Salute to the Armed Services at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on Memorial Day Weekend 2006. Events will include national entertainment, a classic USO show, military static displays and military flyovers throughout the weekend. 18 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide (Services & programs) Special Events Virginia Beach Bike Classic The Virginia Beach Bike Classic is an annual event that takes place the first weekend in May. Motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts come together to enjoy concerts, food and entertainment and to raise funds for charity. The USO of Hampton Roads provides volunteers for the event, and in return, has been the beneficiary of the majority of the proceeds raised throughout the week. USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 19 Need the ease and flexibility of distance learning but not looking forward to traveling 250 miles to use the campus library? Old Dominion University has several sites across Hampton Roads and other distance learning programs to assist you with your higher education needs, including our main campus in Norfolk. Access to our student support services, athletic events and state-of-the-art library is right at your front door. Virginia Beach Bike Classic, 2005 Old Dominion University is affiliated with Troops to Teachers and the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) network. Additionally, ODU's nationally acclaimed Military Career Transition Program offers servicemembers and spouses an alternative route to becoming a teacher. Visit our website at www.odu.edu for more information. Let us show you how we’re changing the way you think about education! REO Speedwagon Concert at Ft. Monroe, 2005 20 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Main Campus/Norfolk 757-683-3685 Dam Neck 757-492-8109 Fort Eustis 757-722-8543 Fort Monroe 757-722-8543 NAB Little Creek 757-363-3885 NAS Oceana 757-491-5109 Naval Station Norfolk 757-440-4015 Langley AFB 757-722-8543 Wallop’s Island 757-824-0763 Old Dominion University ʌ admissions.odu.edu Name ________________________________________ Street Address _____________________________________ City ____________________ State _______ Zip __________ Email Address ___________________________________________ Field of Study ___________________________________________ Please send to: Old Dominion University Office of Admissions 108 Rollins Hall Norfolk, VA 23529 (military resources) Child Developm Fort Eustis 757-878-1317 Naval Medical Center Portsmouth 757-953-5550 Fort Monroe 757-788-2611 Naval Station Norfolk 757-444-7361 Fort Story 757-422-7665 Naval Support Activity Norfolk 757-421-8204 Langley Air Force Base 757-764-0648 Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 757-887-4711 Naval Air Station Oceana 757-433-2637 NWS Yorktown Cheatham Annex 757-887-4711 Ft. Eustis 757-878-3294 NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex 757-492-6602 757-492-6369 U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown 757-483-8614 Ft. Monroe 757-788-3595 Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek 757-462-7427 Atlantic Area 5th Coast Guard DistrictPortsmouth 757-483-8669 Ft. Story 757-422-7413 Langley AFB 757-764-3449 Naval Air Station Oceana 757-433-3164 NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex 757-492-8683 22 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Centers Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek 757-462-7868 ( military resources) ChapelS Naval Medical Center Portsmouth 757-953-6873 Naval Station Norfolk 757-444-3379 Naval Support Activity Norfolk 757-421-8739/757-421-8266 Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 757-887-4733 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 23 ( military resources) Army Commissaries & Exchanges Navy’s Supervisor of Shipbuilding Conversion & Repair (SUBSHIP) Ft. Eustis Commissary: 757-887-0293 Huntington Hall Mini Mart: Ft. Monroe Exchange: 757-722-0794 Ft. Story Exchange: Norfolk Naval Shipyard - Portsmourth (Scott’s Center) 757-425-0001 Commissary: Exhange: 757-380-7854 757-393-1776 757-391-3440 Langley Air Force Base Exchange: 757-766-1282/0373 Surface Combat Systems Center, Wallops Island Commissary: 757-764-4194 Mini Exchange: Langley Shoppette: (Bethel Manor) 757-865-1048 US Coast Guard ICS Portsmouth Mini Exchange: Naval Air Station Oceana US Coast Guard Training Center YorKtown Commissary: 757-428-2931 Exchange: 757-425-4200/4260 Mini Exchange: Mini Shoppette: Navy Exchange Mini-Mart: 757-425-4267 757-856-2153 757-856-2656 Atlantic Area 5th Coast Guard District Portsmouth Exchange: 757-483-8690 757-824-2498 757-483-8615 ( military resources) Commissaries & Exchanges NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex Mini Shoppette: 757-492-6496 Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek Commissary: 757-464-3561 Exchange: 757-363-3202 Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Exchange: 757-397-5857 Naval Station Norfolk Commissary: Exchange: 757-423-8286 757-440-2000 NSGA Northwest Mini Shoppette: 757-421-8254 24 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide • USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 25 ( military resources) Family Service Centers Military Family Emergency Service Center 1-877-272-7337 24 hour/7 days a week Peninsula Fort Eustis 757-878-3339 Langley Air Force Base 757-225-4061 NAVY-MARINE RELIEF CORPS SOCIETY http://www.nmcrs.org/index.html NAS Oceana 757-425-5789 Southside NAS Oceana Dam Neck 757-492-6449 For after hours help contact the Oceana Office 757-440-1111 he American Red Cross and the military assistance centers of all branches provides emergency communication and financial assistance for military service members and their families. These services are available, without charge to the military personnel and their families, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For emergency relief funds please refer to your local family support center. Clara Barton 1821-1912 “Angel of the Battlefield, American Red Cross Founder” 26 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 24 hour/7 days a week AIR FORCE FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER Langley Air Force Base 757-764-3990 www.langley.af.mil ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Ft. Eustis 757-878-3638 757-878-0910 www.eustis.army.mil/acs Ft. Monroe 757-788-3878 www.acsmonroe.org NAVY FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER www.ffscnorva.nay.mil Naval Air Station Oceana 757-433-2912 NAS Oceana Dam Neck 757-492-7150 Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek 757-462-7563 Naval Station Norfolk 757-444-2102 Ft. Story 757-422-7311 www.eustis.army.mil/acs Naval Support Activity Norfolk 757-421-8770 NAVY FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER www.ffscnorva.nay.mil Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 757-887-4606 Naval Air Station Oceana 757-433-2912 Newport News 757-688-6289 NAS Oceana Dam Neck 757-492-7150 Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek 757-464-9364 Naval Medical Center Portsmouth 858-953-5697 ( military resources) Emergency Help Naval Station Norfolk 757-423-8830 (24 hours/7 days a week) Norfolk Support Activity (NSA), Northwest Annex 757-421-8210 Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 757-877-4798 U.S. COAST GUARD WORK LIFE Integrated Support Command (ISC) Portsmouth 757-686-4003 www.uscg.mil/mlclant/iscportsmouth Atlantic Area 5th Coast Guard District Portsmouth 757-486-4023 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 27 ( military resources) military legal assistance AIR FORCE Langley AFB 757-764-3277 NEVER STOP achieve future aim cause action instruction guidance energy vision become lead change grow opportunity advantage purpose direction learn wisdom knowledge solve train shape Fort Eustis 757-878-3705 figure out Fort Monroe 757-788-2454 757-788-5742 mold forge influence Langley AFB 757-764-2962 CALL Naval Air Station Oceana 433-2912 ARMY Ft. Eustis 757-878-3031 Ft. Monroe 757-788-3616 Ft. Story 757-878-3031/3217 COAST GUARD U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown MLC Legal Office 757-628-4192 NAVY Naval Air Station Oceana 757-433-2230 NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex Base Restricted Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek 757-462-7224 757-462-4759 Naval Medical Center Portsmouth 757-953-7518 Naval Station Norfolk 757-444-7561 Naval Support Activity Norfolk 757-421-8375 ( military resources) Education Offices Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek 757-462-8279 Naval Support Activity Norfolk 757-421-8217 Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 757-887-4538 U.S. Coast Guard Training Center ISC Portsmouth 757-686-4005 28 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 29 ( military resources) Ft. Eustis 757-878-2506 Temporary Lodging Ft. Monroe 757-788-2129 Ft. Story 757-422-7321 Langley AFB 757-764-5040 Naval Air Station Oceana 757-433-2195 NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex Referral Office 757-433-3465 757-433-3464 Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek 757-462-7448 Naval Station Norfolk 757-445-2832 Naval Support Activity Norfolk 757-421-8280 757-821-8281 Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 757-847-7400 800-704-5488 U.S. Coast Guard Training Center, Yorktown Cain Hall 757-856-2120 Lafayette Hall 757-856-2318 Ft. Eustis Newport News 757-878-1110 DSN: 927-1110 30 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Ft. Monroe Hampton 757-788-3878 DSN: 680-2728 Langley Air Force Base Hampton 757-764-9990 DSN: 574-1110 ( military resources) Housing Referral Office Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 1-800-576-9329 Atlantic Area 5th Coast Guard District Portsmouth 757-686-4044 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 31 ( military resources) AIR FORCE Langley Air Force Base Hampton, VA 757-764-5615 DSN: 574-5615 www.langley.af.mil ARMY Ft. Eustis Newport News, VA 757-878-1212 DSN: 927-1212 927-1110 www.eustis .army.mil Ft. Lee DSN: 539-3000 804- 765-3000 www.lee .army.mil Ft. Monroe Hampton, VA 757-788-2000 DSN: 680-2000 www.monroe.army.mil Ft. Story Virginia Beach, VA 757-422-7305 DSN: 438-7305 www.eustis.army.mil/fort_story/index.htm COAST GUARD Atlantic Area 5th Coast Guard District Portsmouth 757-398-6231 www.uscg.mil/d5/index.html U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown, VA 757-856-2354/2114 (OOD) 757-856-2314 (Security 24 hours) www.uscg.mil/tcyorktown/index.shtm Integrated Support Command (ISC) Portsmouth 757-686-4002 www.uscg.mil/mlclant/iscportsmouth 32 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Installations JOINT COMMANDS U.S. Joint Forces Command Norfolk, VA 757-836-6555 DSN: 836-6555 www.jfcom.mil MARINE CORPS Marine Corps Forces, Atlantic 757-445-4286 www.marforlant.usmc.mil NAVY Naval Support Activity Northwest Annex Chesapeake, VA 757-421-8000 www.nsa-norva.navy.mil/ Northwest%20Annex/index.htm Naval Weapons Station Yorktown/Cheatham Annex Yorktown, VA 757-887-4000 DSN: 953-4545 http://www.nor.fisc.navy.mil/home/ CAX.html Navy’s Supervisor of Shipbuilding Conversion & Repair (SUPSHIP) Newport News (OOD) 757-328-1877 Portsmouth (OOD) 757-396-3736 757-396-2265 Surface Combat Systems Center Wallops Island, Virginia 757-824-1692 www.scsc.navy.mil Joint Systems Integration Command Suffolk, VA 757-836-6555 DSN: 836-6555 www.jfcom.mil/about /com_jsic.htm Naval Air Station Oceana Virginia Beach, VA 757-433-2366 DSN: 433-2366 www.nasoceana.navy.mil NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex Virginia Beach, VA 757-433-6234 DSN: 433-6234 www.fctclant.navy.mil/index. html Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek Virginia Beach, VA 757-462-7385 DSN: 680-7385 www.nablc.navy.mil ( military resources) Installations Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA 757-953-5000 www-nmcp.med.navy.mil/index. asp Naval Station Norfolk Norfolk, VA 757-396-3000 DSN: 961-3000 www.navstanorva.navy.mil USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 33 Friend of the USO. 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Regional Map Hampton Roads Military Installations Suffolk 12 2 Norfolk 1 64 Portsmouth 14 6 7 9 5 Atlantic Ocean 264 13 Virginia Beach Chesapeake 4 AIR FORCE Langley AFB, Hampton 1st Medical Hospital Group Emergency Room: 757-764-5800 Pharmacy: 757-764-3784 Patient Affairs: 757-764-6833 ARMY COAST GUARD Coast Guard Integrated Support Command, Portsmouth Health Services Clinic: 757-483-8596 Coast Guard Station, Yorktown Pharmacy: 757-856-2562 Refills: 638-2490 NAVY Medical Cent Little Creek, NAB, Norfolk Joel T. Boone Clinic On Base Ambulance: 757-462-7968 Pharmacy: 757-314-7388 Pharmacy Refills: 757-953-6337 Fort Eustis, Newport News McDonald Army Hospital Information: 757-314-7500 Pharmacy: 757-314-7938 NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach Ambulance: 757-433-2221 Pharmacy Refills: 757-953-6337 Fort Monroe, Hampton Information: 757-314-8023 Pharmacy: 757-314-8005/6 Naval Hospital, Portsmouth Information: 757-953-5002 Base Ambulance: 757-953-7832 Off Base Ambulance: 757-953-SAVE Non-urgent patient transfer: 757- 953-5637 Pharmacy: 757-953-5546 Pharmacy Refills: 757-953-5021 Fort Story, Virginia Beach Ambulance: 757-422-7822 & Services ( military resources) ( military resources) Medical Centers & Services Naval Station Norfolk Sewells Point Clinic Ambulance: 757-444-2647 Pharmacy Refills: 757-953-6337 Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Ambulance: 757-887-4911 Pharmacy: 757-314-6121 Pharmacy Refills: 757-953-6337 For All Appointments Please Call 1-866-645-4584 36 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 37 ( military resources) Morale, Welfare & Recreation GO FIND YOURSELF some fun NAVY www.nsa-norva.navy.mil Naval Air Station Oceana 757-433-3301 Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek 757-462-8403 AIR FORCE Langley Air Force Base (Outdoor Recreation) 757-764-7170 ARMY Ft. Eustis 757-878-3694 www.eustismwr.com Ft. Monroe 757-788-2491 www.monroemwr.com COAST GUARD U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown 757-856-2009 http://www.uscg.mil/tcyorktown/Support/MWR/index.shtm Atlantic Area 5th Coast Guard District Portsmouth 757-638-2715 Ft. Story 757-422-7472 www.eustismwr.com 38 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Naval Medical Center Portsmouth 757-953-5095 ( military resources) Morale, Welfare & Recreation Naval Station Norfolk 757-444-3830 Naval Support Activity Norfolk 757-421-8260 757-421-8264 Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 757-887-4233 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 39 (Eastern Shore) On behalf of the Eastern Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce, Welcome to the Eastern Shore of Virginia! he Eastern Shore of Virginia extends 70 miles as a peninsula from the Maryland line on the North, to Cape Charles in the South. Capt. John Smith is quoted in describing the Eastern Shore of Virginia with the words, “Heaven and earth never agreed better to frame a place for man’s…habitation.” It has more than 128,000 acres of woodland, 143,000 acres of tidal marsh and 263 square miles of water. This eye-catching peninsula is intertwined with salty bays and tidal creeks that are breath taking. Education COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES E.S. Community College Melfa VA 757-789-1789 Northampton County, Virginia Cooperative Extension Exmore, VA 757-414-0731 Old Dominion University Melfa, VA 757-787-5590 Our Chamber is honored to serve the entire Eastern Shore of Virginia with over 650 members in our organization. Our Mission states “The Eastern Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce is a member driven organization that represents the business, professional, agricultural, seafood, tourism, and community interests that advance economic and civic wellbeing through private sector enterprise with a foundation built upon providing value for our member’s investment.” We hope that you are able to enjoy all that the Eastern Shore has to offer. If our Chamber can be of any assistance, please contact us. We have many resources for anyone visiting or moving to the area. We also invite you to share in the Chamber’s commitment to this region as a great place to both live and work. Sincerely, Robie Marsh Vice President of Marketing/Membership 40 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide (Eastern Shore) Welcome PUBLIC SCHOOLS Accomack County Public Schools Accomack, VA 757-787-5754 Broadwater Academy Exmore, VA 757-442-9041 Northampton County Public Schools Machipongo, VA 757-678-5151 Onley Preschool Onancock, VA 757-787-1867 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 41 (Eastern Shore) Attractions & Shopping Assateague Island National Seashore 8586 Beach Road Chincoteague, VA 757-336-6577 www.assateagueisland.com Eastern Shore Railway Museum Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge PO Box 135 Parksley, VA 757-665-7245 www.chincoteaguechamber.com/i-rail.html Chincoteague, VA 757-336-6122 www.fws.gov/northeast/chinco Island Aquarium 8162 Landmark Plaza Chincoteague, VA 757-336-2212 www.assateague.com/aquarium.html The The Great Blue Heron is one of Assateague’s largest birds. H & H Pharmacy Madox Blvd. Chincoteague, VA 757-336-3115 42 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide best known animals of Chincoteague are the shaggy-coated ponies. These ponies inspired the 1948 Newbery Honor Book written by Marguerite Henry called “Misty of Chincoteague.” Some people believe these ponies are wild descendants of horses brought to the New World on Spanish Galleons. • Salisbury Centre Mall U.S. Route 13 Salisbury MD (Eastern Shore) Attractions & Shopping NASA Visitors Center Wallops F light Facility Bldg J-17 Wallops Island, VA 757-824-2298 The Exmore Outlet Center Country Kids Exmore, VA 757-442-6143 Walmart Super Center 2132 Old Snow Hill Pocomoke City, MD 410-957-9600 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 43 (Hampton roads) The Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce is honored to serve the southeastern region of Virginia known by the name Hampton Roads. As the 31st largest Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) in the United States, we are located where the James, Nansemond and Elizabeth rivers meet the Chesapeake Bay. Hampton Roads is home to over 1.5 million people who maintain close socio/economic ties among our eighteen cities and counties. They include the communities of Chesapeake, Franklin, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Poquoson, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, and Williamsburg; and the counties of Gloucester, Isle of Wight, James City, Mathews, Southampton, Surry, and York; and the county of Currituck in North Carolina. The name “Hampton Roads” is a nautical term meaning protected anchorage or a safe harbor. For more than 200 years, Hampton Roads’ ports have served as a beacon for shipping interests and mariners worldwide. Designated in the late 17th century as the world’s largest natural harbor, Hampton Roads is the birthplace of Colonial America at Jamestown, merging centuries of history with rich culture, beautiful waterfront landscapes, livable communities, modern technology, economic prosperity, a thriving maritime, and a strong military presence. Whether you are visiting or reside here, we hope you will take advantage of all Hampton Roads has to offer. We invite you to share in the Chamber’s commitment to this region as a great place to both live and work. Public School Virginia Peninsula Chamber Of Commerce The mission of the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is “To advocate and support the economic and business interest of the Virginia Peninsula and the Region.” Today’s business environment is a composite of the old and the new philosophies. Technological advances are reshaping the way business views the world at large. One fact remains certain, the most successful businesses are those that are willing to be visionary and to make changes. The Chamber provides opportunities to aid the business community in its growth and development. The Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is the voice of business for the greater Virginia Peninsula. It’s dedicated to fostering a healthy business environment and to enhancing the quality of life. In today’s competitive marketplace, taking advantage of the programs and services targeted to business owners and decision makers is an additional pathway to success. Involvement is the key to getting a return on your Chamber membership dollars. There are more than 30 committees operating under the Chamber umbrella. REGISTRATION & INFORMATION School Website Phone Number Chesapeake Public Schools http://eclipse.cps.k12.va.us/ 757-482-1221 Gloucester Public Schools http://gets.gc.k12.va.us 804-693-5300 Hampton Public Schools http://www.sbo.hampton.k12.va.us 757-727-2000 Isle of Wight County Schools http://www.iwcs.k12.va.us 757-357-4393 Newport News Public Schools http://www.sbo.nn.k12.va.us 757-591-4545 Norfolk Public Schools http://www.nps.k12.va.us 757-628-3830 Portsmouth City Public Schools http://pps.k12.va.us 757-393-8751 Poquoson City Public Schools http://www.sbo.poquoson.k12.va.us 757-868-3055 Suffolk Public Schools http://www.sps.k12.va.us 757-925-6750 Sincerely, Virginia Beach City Public Schools http://www.vbschools.com 757-263-1000 John A. Hornbeck, Jr., CCE President and CEO Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce Williamsburg-James City County http://www.wjcc.k12.va.us 757-253-6777 York County School Division http://www.yorkcountyschools.org 757-893-0300 (Hampton roads) welcome to hampton roads! Data from Charles L. French/School Liaison 44 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 45 (Hampton roads) Colleges & Universities Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University NAS Norfolk, NAS Oceana, Fort Eustis & Langley Campus Southside 757-440-5078 Peninsula (Ft. Eustis) 757-887-0980 LAFB 757-764-2662 www.embryriddle.edu Florida Institute of Technology NAS Norfolk, Fort Story, Fort Eustis & Fort Monroe Campus Southside 757-440-9005 Ft. Eustis 757-887-2488 Newport News/ Williamsburg Airport 757-872-6700 www.fit.edu Averett University Tidewater Campus 757- 497-0438 Peninsula Campus 757- 873-5551 www.averett.edu College of William and Mary Williamsburg 757-221-4223 www.wm.edu Bryant Stratton College 757-499-7900 www.bryantstratton.edu ECPI College of Technology Virginia Beach 757-490-9090 Hampton Campus 757-838-9191 www.ecpi.edu Christopher Newport University Newport News 757- 594-7015 www.cnu.edu George Washington University 757-269-4949 www.gwu.edu Hampton University Hampton 757-727-5328 Langley 757-766-1369 Newport News/Williamsburg Airport 757-872-6700 www.hamptonu.edu St. Leo University Little Creek, Naval Station Norfolk, Fort Monroe & Langley AFB Campus Southside 757-464-6449 Peninsula 757-887-1166 www.saintleo.edu ITT Technical Institute Norfolk 757-466-1260 www.itt-tech.edu Johnson/Wales College of Culinary Arts Norfolk 757-853-3508 www.jwu.edu Troy State University Naval Station Norfolk, Little Creek, Dam Neck, Oceana, Ft. Monroe & Newport News/ Williamsburg Airport Campus Southside 757-451-8202 Ft. Eustis 757-878-2083 LAFB 757-764-4658 Ft. Monroe 757-788-5742 www.tsufl.edu Tidewater Community College Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk and Fort Story Campus 757-822-1000 www.tcc.edu Norfolk State University Norfolk and Virginia Beach Campus 757-823-8600, ext. 1 www.nsu.edu Thomas Nelson Community College, Hampton 757-825-2700 www.tncc.edu Old Dominion University Norfolk, Virginia Beach & Portsmouth Campus 757-683-3000 www.odu.edu Tidewater Community College Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk & Ft. Story Campus 757-822-1000 www.tcc.edu Regent University Virginia Beach 757-226-4550 www.regent.edu Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning. Albert Einstein 46 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Strayer University Newport News 757-873-3100 Chesapeake 757-547-6060 www.strayer.edu (Hampton roads) Colleges & Universities University of Virginia Virginia Beach 757-552-1890 www.virginia.edu Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Virginia Beach 757-363-3930 www.vt.edu Virginia Wesleyan University Norfolk and Virginia Beach Campus 757-455-3208 757-455-3263 (Adult Night Class) www.vwc.edu USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 47 Hampton A Great Place to Live, Work and Play Where our past welcomes our future. Where’s Phoebus? Well it’s home to Fort Monroe, our gateway to freedom, and many unique places to shop, eat or take in a show. Phoebus is where we value our past and take pride in our small town values. It’s also where you can find fresh opportunities to grow and prosper. Others already have. Now it’s your turn. Outstanding Schools, Supportive Neighborhoods and Exciting City Events Await You The Phoebus Improvement League · 21 East Mellen Street · Hampton, VA 23663 · www.phoebus.info Visit www.hampton.gov/newcomer_information.html or call (757) 727-8311 to find out what Hampton has to offer. JIM & CATHY PEACH, OWNERS Newport News Floor Covering Specialists STATE INSPECTION STATION AUTO REPAIRS • WRECKER SERVICE 107 E. MELLEN STREET PHOEBUS, VIRGINIA 23633 15 N. Mallory Hampton,VA 23633 757-722-1907 757-723-3317 fax Monday-Friday 7:30 - 5:30 Day & Night Phone 722-6795 Phone 723-7554 Since 1958 Customer Service Careers That Benefit You! APAC Customer Services, Inc. is a leading provider of integrated customer care and acquisition services. 1-800-407-4473, ext. 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PLACEMENT: Size: Column: IO: USO MILITARY GUIDE (USO) 3.5” x 2” Business Card 44366_w44 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 49 VIRGINIA BEACH NORFOLK o h p Lynnhaven Mall 701 Lynnhaven Pkwy. 757-340-9340 www.lynnhavenmall.com Pembroke Mall Virginia Beach & Independence Blvd. 757-497-6255 www.pembrokemall.com Military Circle Mall Military Highway & Virginia Beach Boulevard 757-461-1940 • S MacArthur Center 300 Monticello Ave. 757-627-6000 www.shopmacarthur.com • z (Hampton roads) Shopping highlights The Palace Shops in Ghent 301 W. 21st Street 757-622-9999 www.palaceshops.com Waterside Market Place 333 Waterside Dr. 757-627-3300 www.watersidemarketplace.com (Hampton roads) Shopping highlights WILLIAMSBURG HAMPTON CHESAPEAKE Chesapeake Square Mall Portsmouth Blvd. & Taylor Rd. 757-488-9636 www.chesapeake-square.com Greenbrier Mall Greenbrier Pkwy. 757-424-7100 www.shopgreenbriar.com 50 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Merchant’s Square 402 W. Duke of Gloucester Street 757-220-7747 www.merchantsquare.org Coliseum Mall 1800 W. Mercury Blvd. 757-838-1505 www.coliseummall.com B PORTSMOUTH Olde Towne Shops and Antiques High Street NEWPORT NEWS Patrick Henry Mall 12300 Jefferson Ave. 757-249-4305 www.shoppatrickhenry.com SUFFOLK Planter’s Retail Store 308 W. Washington St. 757-539-4411 Prime Outlets 5715-62A Richmond Rd., Williamsburg 757-565-0702. www.primeoutlets.com Williamsburg Pottery Factory Route 60, Williamsburg 757-564-3326 www.visitwilliamsburg.com /williamsburg_pottery_factory_website.htm USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 51 (sight seeing) HAMPTON Buckroe Beach and Park End of Pembroke Avenue 757-850-5134 Bordering the Chesapeake Bay, Buckroe Beach offers eight acres of family-friendly sandy beach, a playground for children, picnic shelters with tables and grills by reservation, a great walking and bike path, a Bark Park, and spacious car park area. Beach chair, umbrella, kayak and paddelcraft rentals are available to make your stay at Buckroe Beach completely convenient and enjoyable. Buckroe Beach Bark Park Second Street 757-727-8311 No leashes, just wide-open fun! The Bark Park is definitely THE place to be for area canines and their owners. The ¾ acre enclosure offers guests plenty of room to play and socialize. First time visitors to the park must register with Park Staff before entering the park. To register dogs must have current proof of: Animal registration with City of Hampton or area of residence. Current record of Rabies, Bordetella, Parvo, & Canine Dystemper vaccinations. Puppies must be at least 4 months of age. CHESAPEAKE Chesapeake Arboretum 624 Oak Grove Rd. 757-382-7060 With a primary objective to further community awareness of trees, plants and shrubs of our environment, the arboretum also encourages conservation of historic, champion, rare and endangered species of trees and plant life. The site consists of many 150 to 200 year old trees with species including Oak, Pine, Maple, Beech, Dogwood, Poplar, Pawpaw, Gum and Eastern White Pine. Fun Forest 500 Greenbrier Road 757-382-6411 Fun Forest is the ultimate children’s playground, imagination center and family adventure area! The playground has an older children’s area which encourages gross motor-skill development and features a dragon, three-way underground telephone, shaky bridge, dolphin tunnel slide, and many more challenges for the older child. The science and learning area teaches mathematics and science while children have fun playing with mirrors, whisper dishes, and a planet walk. The toddler playground invites little ones to steer a plane or truck, swing, slide and more. 52 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Grandview Nature Preserve Beach Rd. & State Park Dr. 757-727-6347 This pristine 578-acre preserve and estuary on the Chesapeake Bay is ideal for wildlife observations, hiking and bird watching. It includes 2 1/2 miles of secluded bay-front beach. Sandy Bottom Bark Park 1255 Big Bethel Road 757-825-4657 First Time visitors must register with Park Staff before entering the park. To register dogs must have current proof of animal registration with City of Hampton or area of residence Current record of Rabies, Bordetella, Parvo, & Canine Dystemper vaccinations. Puppies must be at least 4 months of age. Cost is $10.00 for the first dog in household and $5.00 for each additional dog in household; this is a one year membership from the date of purchase. NEWPORT NEWS Christopher Newport Park 2500 West Avenue 757-926-8451 Urban park with memorials to Collis P. Huntington, founder of Newport News Shipbuilding. Site of the Congress-Cumberland Overlook, commemorating the Civil War battle of these two Union Ships and the Confederate ironclad, the Monitor. NORFOLK Norfolk Botanical Garden 6700 Azalea Garden Road 757-441-5830 A 155-acre garden with miles of walkways and countless flowers, trees, shrubs, and more. Walk the pathways, or take a tour on a tram or boat. Hours are 9 a.m. until dusk daily. Colonial Place/Riverview Dog Park Colonial Place & Riverview 757-622-6635 First fully fenced dog park in Norfolk. Toys and frisbees are scattered around the park for the dogs to play with. There are two dispensers with bags to dispose of dog waste. Within the fenced area dog owners are not required to have their dog on a leash as long as certain other rules are obeyed. All dogs must have rabies and city registration tags. Ocean View Park 100 W. Ocean View Ave. 757-441-2149 Ocean View Park offers visitors an attractive gazebo, picnic tables, a bathhouse and parking, conveniently located on the sandy shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Town Point Park Waterside Drive 757-441-2345 Located on the downtown waterfront, adjacent to Nauticus and The Waterside, Town Point Park is host to more than 100 days of free special events each year. The lineup includes a regular Friday-afterwork concert series, Norfolk’s annual Harborfest celebration, the Bayou Boogaloo & Cajun Food Festival, the Town Point Jazz and Blues Festival, the Virginia Children’s Festival, the Town Point Virginia Wine Festival and many other fun family events. Events in Town Point Park are produced by Norfolk Festevents, Ltd. on behalf of the City of Norfolk. SUFFOLK Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge 3100 Desert Road 757-986-3705 The Great Dismal is one of few remaining American wildernesses. With 111,000 acres to explore, visitors enjoy birdwatching, biking, boating, fishing, hiking, kayaking and hunting. Home to black bear, bobcat, river otter and over 200 species of birds, the Swamp provides adventure for all ages. Featured site of the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. Tours available through the Suffolk Visitor Center. (sight seeing) Gardens, Parks & Recreation Gardens, Parks & Recreation Bennetts Creek Park and Boat Ramp Shoulder’s Hill Road 757-923-2360 This 50-acre park offers two free boat ramps, a playground, tennis courts, restrooms, covered shelters, a nature trail, open fields, and a handicapped accessible fishing and crabbing pier. Lone Star Lakes Park 1 Bob House Parkway 757-255-4308 Over 1,000 acres with eleven lakes for fresh water fishing, nature trails, picnic areas, playground, horse trail, archery range, crabbing, and model airplane flying field. Open daily. Sleepy Hole Park and Golf Course 4700 Sleepy Hole Rd. 757- 538-4100 This 66-acre park, located off Sleepy Hole Road on the Nansemond River, offers an 18-hole golf course, a variety of natural areas, open spaces, and breathtaking views, trails, a 30-acre lake, 12 picnic shelters, playground and restrooms. USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 53 (sight seeing) VIRGINIA BEACH Bay Lab - Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive 757-425-FISH The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center brings the Chesapeake Bay ashore to visitors in Bay Lab, a hands-on educational laboratory in Virginia Beach’s First Landing State Park, located at 2500 Shore Drive. The $1.6 million, 2,500 square-foot visitor and education facility houses a wet lab filled with aquariums, touch tanks, and powerful microscopes. Year-round programming at the lab and in-the-field explorations provide opportunities to “be a scientist” for a day. City View Park 2073 Kempsville Rd. 757-479-0106 City View Park is a 43 acre park located near Centerville Turnpike. Facilities include 4 state-of-the art lighted softball fields, 1 multi-purpose field, playgrounds, picnic shelters, basketball courts, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, walking trails, restrooms and concessions. False Cape State Park 4001 Sandpiper Rd. 757-426-3657 One of few remaining undeveloped areas along the Atlantic coast, False Cape offers a chance to experience nature in a one-of-a kind setting. A huge migratory bird population and a variety of wildlife, plants and trees make the park an outdoor classroom. The park is accessible only by foot, bicycle, beach transporter, tram or boat. First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive 757-412-2300 On April 26, 1607, 100 English settlers landed here and established the first elective government in English America before pushing up the James River to establish Jamestown. The park offers a chance to explore a unique habitat featuring lagoons, large cypress trees and rare plants. More than 19 miles of hiking trails wind through the natural area, and guided kayak ecological tours allow exploration of the marshes and bays. Climatecontrolled cabins, campsites, picnic areas, boat ramps, kayak rentals, and a bicycle trail are also available. Great Neck Park 2513 Shorehaven Drive 757-496-6735 Great Neck Park is a 70 acre district park located in the Lynnhaven District. Facilities include four baseball fields with clay infields, one informal softball backstop, five large group shelters, seven mini-shelters, family picnic tables and grills, three playgrounds, horseshoe pits, volleyball courts, and restrooms. Balls, horseshoes and bats may be checked out of the park office with a driver’s license or other form of identification. In addition, a gazebo located at the end of a scenic walkway overlooks the Lynnhaven River. 54 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Little Island Fishing Pier 3820 S. Sandpiper Rd. 757-426-7200 The Little Island Fishing Pier is open 7 days a week. Operating Dates and Times are April 15th to October 31st from 5:30am to 11pm and November 1st to March 31st from 7:00am to 5:00pm. The pier is closed for maintenance from April 1st to the 14th. Spectators and those wishing to fish from the pier may purchase a 1 day ticket for $3.00. Children who are under 9 years of age and accompanied by an adult are permitted on the pier at no charge. Lynnhaven Boat Ramp & Beach Facility 3576 Piedmont Circle 757-460-7590 The newest boat ramp in Virginia Beach features 4 concrete boat launch lanes with associated temporary mooring areas, canoe/kayak launch area, car with boat trailer parking spaces, lighting, restrooms with shower and foot rinse areas, changing areas, car parking for beach access, an information kiosk, vending machines and a walkway (under the Lesner Bridge) to the Ocean Park Beach Area on the Chesapeake Bay. Boat launch fees are: $5.00 for those with a Virginia Saltwater Fishing license and $10 for those without a Virginia Saltwater Fishing license. Mount Trashmore Park 310 Edwin Drive 757-473-5237 Mount Trashmore Park is 165 acres. The mountain is 60 ft. high and over 800 ft. long, and was created by compacting layers of solid waste and clean soil. The park is open from 7:30am to sunset. Facilities include four large and many small picnic shelters, playground areas, a basketball court, four volleyball areas, parking, a walking trail, vending machines, and restrooms. The park features two lakes, Lake Windsor located along South Blvd., is brackish water fed by Thalia Creek. Fishing is allowed. Lake Trashmore located along Edwin Dr, is fresh water and is stocked with fish. No private boats are allowed on this lake. North Landing River Natural Area End of Blackwater Road 757-925-2318 This is Virginia’s largest natural area preserve. It is almost entirely comprised of wetland communities, five of which are rare in Virginia. This unique wetland community and the forested swamps and freshwater tidal marshes of the lower North Landing River support at least 11 rare species of plants and animals. The area also provides important habitat for breeding and wintering waterfowl. The preserve is open year-round; facilities include parking, a boardwalk trail to the Alton’s Creek canoe launch, a canoe trail with interpretive guide and map, wildlife viewing platform, and interpretive signs. The North Landing River provides excellent canoeing opportunities and breath-taking scenery. Please call before visiting. WILLIAMSBURG Gardens, Parks & recreation Waller Mill Dog Park 901 Airport Road 757-259-3778 Dog owners now have a place to let their dogs run off-leash at the Waller Mill Dog Park on Airport Road. James City County and Williamsburg worked together to build the park. County and City residents may register and pay $10 per year for the first dog and $5 for each additional dog. The daily fee for non-residents is $2. York River State Park 5526 Riverview Road 757-566-8523 This park is known for it’s rare and delicate estuarine environment, where fresh water and saltwater meet to create a habitat rich in marine and plant life. Taskinas Creek and the surrounding marsh are designated as a Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. Activities and the visitor center focus on the history, use and preservation of the York River and its marshes. Main activities are hiking, boating, fishing and picnicking. department of Parks & recreation Chesapeake Hampton James City County Newport News Norfolk Portsmouth Poquoson Suffolk Virginia Beach Williamsburg York County (sight seeing) Gardens, Parks & recreation 757-382-6411 757-850-5116 757-259-4200 757-926-1400 757-441-2400 757-393-8481 757-868-3580 757-925-6326 757-471-5884 757-259-3760 757-890-3500 Learn More. Borrow Smart. Live Better. >> Personal Loans. Installment loans from $500 - $10,000, all ranks, with 15-Day No-Cost Return Policy. >> FREE Financial Education. Advice, classes, Credit Report Analysis. >> FREE Lifestyle Services. Video e-mail, copies, faxes, notary public, internet. 8401 Hampton Blvd Norfolk, VA 23505 (757) 423-4807 1409 Harpers Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23454 (757) 425-9080 M-F: 0900-1800 S: 1000-1400 PIONEERSERVICES.COM ©2005 Pioneer Licensing Services, Inc. Pioneer Services is a brand name and registered service mark of Pioneer Licensing Services, Inc., where its use is duly licensed to affiliates and partners of Pioneer Licensing Services, Inc. All applications subject to the credit policies of our lending partners. MSC-251 M E M B E R B E T T E R B U S I N E S S B U R E A U (sight seeing) HAMPTON Museums & Historic Sites The Casemate Museum Fort Monroe 757-727-3391 Highlights include exhibits which trace the history of the largest stone fort ever built in this country. An emphasis is placed on the importance Fort Monroe held during the Civil War. Virginia Air & Space Center 600 Settlers Landing Rd. 757-727-0900 This is the official visitor center for NASA Langley Research Center. Highlights include many rare NASA artifacts, including a moon rock. More than 100 space exhibits, numerous full-sized aircraft, and a five-story IMAX theater can be found. The Cousteau Society 710 Settlers Landing Road 757-722-9300 Opened in the Spring of 2003, this downtown waterfront location is the US headquarters for the Cousteau Society. The Gallery displays world-renowned photography, models of the Alcyone and the Calypso, as well as artifacts from past Cousteau expeditions. Hampton University Museum Hampton University Campus Huntington Building 757-727-5308 Highlights include a world-renowned collection of African art and an exceptional African-American fine arts collection. Other components of the museum include traditional Native American and Asian and Pacific Island art in addition to objects relating to the history of the institution. Charles H. Taylor Arts Museum 4205 Victoria Blvd. 757-722-2787 The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center is one of the most familiar sites in downtown Hampton. Built in 1925 the building served as Hampton’s public library for over 60 years. After careful renovation and restoration, the building now presents changing exhibitions of the best of local, regional, and national artists, as well as classes for children and adults. CHESAPEAKE Chesapeake Planetarium 300 Cedar Rd. 757-547-0153 The planetarium’s sky theater consists of a hemispherical dome ceiling and a Spitz sky planetarium projector. A complex mechanical apparatus moves the projection instrument in such a way that it accurately reproduces the natural changes that occur in the heavens. A number of auxiliary special effects projectors are available to demonstrate such phenomena as auroras, comets, lightning, and the solar system as viewed from space. Shows are 8 p.m. each Thursday. Free admission. 56 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Portlock Galleries at SoNo 3815 Bainbridge Blvd. 757-502-4901 This free contemporary art gallery and visitors center, Chesapeake’s newest attraction, is located in the heart of Chesapeake’s historic district and features artwork by local and regional artists. Fort Wool 757-727-1102 The island fortress at the mouth of Hampton Roads harbor was active during the Civil War, World War I and World War II. An overview of the fort’s history is provided aboard the Miss Hampton II harbor tour. (sight seeing) Museums & Historic Sites JAMES CITY COUNTY Historic Jamestowne 757-898-2410 www.historicjamestowne.org The site of the first permanent English settlement in the New World is gearing up for the 400th anniversary of its founding in 1607. Three buildings, including a new visitor’s centre, are currently under construction, and transportation enhancements are being tested. Archeological work to uncover the original fort also continues. Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center 757-253-4838 www.historyisfun.org Gallery exhibits describe events that led to Jamestown’s founding and the colony’s first century. Historical interpretation brings to life early 17th century Virginia at a re-created Powhatan Indian village; reproductions of the three ships that transported English colonists to Virginia in 1607; a representation of the colonists’ fort; and a riverfront discovery area that reflects traditions of the cultures that converged at Jamestown. USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 57 (sight seeing) Museums & H Peninsula Fine Arts Center 101 Museum Dr. 757-596-8175 The Center is a community arts facility that promotes education and appreciation of the arts. Exhibits change approximately every two months and feature art of local, regional, and national interest, touring collections of historical and contemporary works. ric Sites T here were 428 Bald Eagle territories occupied in Virginia in 2004. On the James River there are currently 98 breeding pairs. Despite the damage Hurricane Isabel caused in 2004, the Eagles are thriving here! For more information on where to see them go to http://www. virginia.org U.S. Army Transportation Museum Bldg. 300/Besson Hall Ft. Eustis 757-878-1115 Visitors can explore more than 200 years of Army transportation history including miniatures, dioramas, experimental models and video presentations with authentic World War II footage. Virginia Living Museum 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. 757-595-1900 “Go Wild” at this unique combination of a native wildlife park, science museum, aquarium, botanical preserve and planetarium. Hours vary. NEWPORT NEWS Endview Plantation 362 Yorktown Rd. 757-887-1862 Built circa 1769, Endview was used by Major General Thomas Nelson Jr.’s Virginia militia as a resting place on September 28, 1781 en route to Yorktown. The house saw service as a hospital during the Civil War for both Union and Confederate soldiers and over 120 Confederate soldiers are buried nearby. Lee Hall Mansion 163 Yorktown Rd. 757-888-3371 www.leehall.org Gens. John Magruder and Joseph Johnston commandeered the 3-year-old mansion as a Confederate headquarters during the 1862 Peninsula Campaign. Today costumed docents conduct history-filled tours of seven antique-filled rooms. 58 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide The Mariners’ Museum 100 Museum Drive 757-596-2222 www.mariner.org The museum’s unrivaled collection includes figureheads, antique navigational instruments, working steam engines, artifacts from the USS Monitor and the nationally famous Crabtree Collection of Miniature Ships. Historical interpreters on weekends. Located in a beautifully landscaped 550 acre park. Virginia War Museum 9285 Warwick Blvd. 757-247-8523 American military history from 1775 to the present is highlighted through uniforms, insignias, vehicles, weapons, 19914-BECK Hotels Ad 7.25x4.375 12:31 PM accoutrements, propaganda posters and11/1/05 more. (sight seeing) Museums & Historic Sites Page 1 Check us out before you check in. Y ou’ve got the best in Virginia hospitality – right here in Newport News! Put your reunions, meetings, receptions, or your out of town guests in our hotels, and you’re assured first class The Newsome House Museum & Cultural Center 2803 Oak Ave. 757-247-2360 www.newsomehouse.org The restored 1899 home of the African-American attorney J. Thomas Newsome and his wife Mary Winfield Newsome. He was a respected attorney, journalist, churchman and civic leader and a member of the postwar Civil War south’s new urban African-American middle class. His elegant Queen Anne residence served as the hub of the local black community from which he led the fight for social justice within Virginia. Listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register, the National Register of Historic Places and Recipient of a 1992 National Historic Preservation Award. accommodations and service. We invite you to visit our hotels to meet our staff, check out such amenities as an indoor swimming pool, banquet and meeting rooms, reception facilities, catering menus, fitness centers and all the special attractions that make us the best the Peninsula has to offer. Point Plaza Suites and Conference Hotel 950 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News 800-841-1112 Mulberry Inn 16890 Warwick Blvd., Newport News 800-223-0404 Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites 943 J. 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Hampton Roads Naval Museum One Waterside Dr. 757-322-2987 Located inside Nauticus, exhibits include naval artifacts, nautical prints, and military memorabilia honoring the home of the world’s largest concentration of naval operations. Battleship Wisconsin 757-322-2987 Berthed next to Nauticus - The National Maritime Center, the battleship is the Hampton Roads Naval Museum’s largest artifact. Explore the deck of one of the largest and last battleships ever built by the U.S. Navy. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day; Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm., Sun. 10am.-5pm. Main deck tours are free. Moses Myer’s House 331 Bank St. 757-333-6283 www.chrysler.org One of America’s first millionaires and Norfolk’s first permanent Jewish settler built this elegant Federal period home in 1792. The collection also boasts artwork by Gilbert Stuart, Thomas Sully, John Wesley Jarvis and many other noted American artists. Nauticus - The National Maritime Center One Waterside Dr. 757-664-1000 A fun and exciting interactive science and technology center exploring the power of the sea. Hours are 10am -7pm daily. Each spring between 5,000 - 10,000 sea turtles enter the Chesapeake Bay for summer foraging. In October the turtles leave the Bay and head south. 60 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide SUFFOLK Museums & Historic Sites VIRGINIA BEACH Nansemond Indian Museum 6068 Godwin Blvd. 757- 255-7001 The Nansemond Indians originally lived along the Nansemond River and were part of the empire ruled by Chief Powhatan (father of Pocohontas). The museum exhibits crafts, jewelry, clothing, books and historical artifacts. Touch-tables and special programs for children. Open Mon.-Fri. 10am-1:30pm, Sat.10am-2pm. PORTSMOUTH Children’s Museum of Virginia 221 High St. 757-393-5258 www.childrensmuseum.va.com The state’s largest children’s museum, offering more than 90 hands-on exhibits, temporary rotating exhibits, a planetarium and a $1 million antique toy and train collection. Courthouse Galleries 420 High St. 757-393-8543 The gallery features temporary exhibitions of national and international artists. Lightship Museum Water & London Streets 757-393-8741 This restored lightship, a National Historic Landmark, was commissioned in 1915 to guide ships through treacherous waters. Open weekends only: Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm. $3.00 fee includes admittance to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum 2 High St. 757-393-8591 This museum honors the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, a government-owned shipyard in Portsmouth and the oldest shipyard in the country. Memorabilia includes uniforms, cannonballs, models of ships, and a piece of the CSS Virginia (Merrimac). Open Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun.1- 5pm. Museum of Military History 701 Court St. 757-393-2773 A collection of uniforms, weapons and memorabilia that spans every war in the nation’s history. Open Sun. 12pm - 5pm, Thur. - Sat. 10am -5pm. Riddick’s Folly House Museum 510 N. Main St. 757-934-1390 Riddick’s Folly House Museum (1837) is registered with the Virginia Historic Landmarks Commission, the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Civil War Trails. During the Civil War, this Greek-Revival mansion served as headquarters for the Union and features the preserved graffiti of the Union soldiers. The Museum has changing exhibits throughout the year, a permanent Governor Mills Godwin exhibit and a Suffolk Peanut industry exhibit. Regular children’s programs and creative workshops available. Open Wed.- Fri. 10am- 5pm, Sun. 1pm- 5pm. Shooting Star Art Gallery 118 North Main Street 757- 934-0855 The Shooting Star Gallery features photography, conservation framing, fines arts and crafts by regional and National artists, soaps and candles, and photo restoration. Open: Tues. -Sat., 10am - 5pm. Suffolk Museum 118 Bosley Avenue 757-923-2371 As a community partner of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, this museum offers changing art exhibits, concert series, artists’ demonstrations, and array of art classes. Open Tues. through Sat. 10am5pm, Sun. 1pm-5pm. Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad Museum 326 North Main Street 757-923-4750 The restored Main Street Station displays a two-room HO-scale model of Suffolk in 1907. Railroad memorabilia and gift shop. This museum offers children story times and family-friendly events. Open Wed.-Sat. 10am-4pm Sun. 1pm-4pm. Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel Route 13 757-331-2960 It’s one of the seven man-made wonders of the world. The 17.6-mile bridge-tunnel connects Virginia Beach and the Eastern Shore. $12 Toll each way. Old Coast Guard Station 24th & Atlantic Ave. 757-422-1587 www.oldcoastguardstation.com Housed in an historic 1903 Life-Saving/Coast Guard Station, this museum chronicles the Life-Saving Service, Coast Guard and shipwrecks off the Virginia Coast. Cape Henry Lighthouse Fort Story 757-422-9421 It’s the oldest government-built lighthouse in America, dating to 1791, and the traditional symbol of Virginia Beach. Open for tours. The new Cape Henry Lighthouse built in 1881 is the tallest fully enclosed lighthouse in the country. (sight seeing) Museums & Hist First Landing Cross Fort Story 757-422-9421 This cross marks the area where America’s first English settlers touched shore in the New World on April 26, 1607 - thirteen years before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock. Francis Land House 3131 Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-431-4000 An 18th-century plantation home. Costumed guides lead you through the exhibits, period furnishings and gardens at this gracious plantation. Lynnhaven House 4405 Wishart Rd. 757-460-1688 www.apva.org Charming brick house circa 1725, lovely grounds, period furniture, and gift shop. Costumed docents interpret the life of the Thelaballs, the family that build this home. USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 61 (sight seeing) Museums & Historic Sites Start Your Career Today! NCO Group is the industry leader in providing business process outsourcing solutions. Since 1926, our goal is to provide our employees with a challenging and fulfilling work environment in approximately 100 locations globally. 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To apply, contact us: 4740 Baxter Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 Phone: 757-687-6850 • Apply online: www.ncogroup.com/careers Current Call Center Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-11pm • Saturday, 8am-5pm • Sunday, 9am-9pm Watermen’s Museum 757-887-2641 www.watermens.org This attraction on the York River in Yorktown preserves the heritage of Chesapeake Bay watermen by interpreting their culture and their contributions to the region. 35288A Omni Ad 6/15/05 9:10 AM Page 1 AMENITIES ◆ 182 Spacious Guest Rooms and Suites ◆ Complimentary High Speed Internet ◆ Indoor Pool ◆ Fitness Center & Whirlpool ◆ Nintendo 64/Omni Kid’s Programs DINING ◆ Omni Cafe Italian Restaurant (Piano Bar) ◆ Mitty’s Nightclub (live DJs & bands) ◆ Mitty’s Mention This Ad and Receive 5% off 1000 Omni Boulevard ◆ Newport News, Virginia 23606 757/873-OMNI(6664) FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1-800-THE-OMNI www.omnihotels.com Visit Your Nearest Hampton Roads’ Area Pizza Hut Today. Muscarelle Museum of Art 757-221-2710 www.wm.edu/muscarelle This museum at the College of William and Mary features 3,500 paintings, sculptures and other works of art. Presidents Park 211 Watercountry Parkway 800-588-4327 www.presidentspark.org 62 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Yorktown Battlefield 757-898-2410 www.nps.gov.colo The Colonial National Historical Park preserves the battlefield where Gen. Charles Cornwallis surrendered to Gen. George Washington to end the Revolutionary War. The park also features a museum and several historic homes in the village of Yorktown. Virginia Beach 20th Street • (757) 422-2799 • DI-CO Arrowhead • (757) 473-9999 • DEL-CO Birdneck • (757) 437-9999 • DEL-CO Centerville • (757) 479-9999 • DEL-CO Cypress Point • (757) 518-9999 • DEL-CO General Booth • (757) 721-7859 • DI-CO GB/Strawbridge • (757) 427-1111 • DEL-CO Hilltop • (757) 362-9999 • DI-DEL-CO Holland • (757) 431-9999 • DEL-CO Indian River • (757) 938-9999 • DEL-CO Kemps River • (757) 495-9999 • DI-DEL-CO Lynnhaven • (757) 416-9999 • DEL-CO Oceana • (757) 491-3036 • DI-CO Rosemont • (757) 631-9999 • DEL-CO Shipps Corner • (757) 563-9999 • DEL-CO Shore Drive • (757) 464-9999 • DEL-CO GATHER ‘ROUND THE GOOD STUFF!™ Chesapeake Chesapeake Square • (757) 488-8100 • DI-CO Churchland • (757) 484-4877 • DI-CO Deep Creek • (757) 487-9999 • DEL-CO Great Bridge • (757) 482-6666 • DEL-CO Greenbrier • (757) 420-9105 • DI-DEL-CO Holly Point • (757) 545-9999 • DEL-CO Volvo Parkway • (757) 548-7777 • DEL-CO Norfolk Ghent • (757) 640-9999 • DI-DEL-CO Hampton Blvd. • (757) 423-9999 • DEL-CO Hampton Blvd. • (757) 489-8941 • DI-CO Little Creek • (757) 853-9999 • DEL-CO Military Circle • (757) 461-9107 • DI-CO Norview • (757) 853-4267 • DI-CO Ocean View • (757) 531-9999 • DEL-CO Princess Anne • (757) 857-6666 • DEL-CO Portsmouth Old Towne • (757) 399-9999 • DI-DEL-CO Portsmouth Naval • (757) 393-3745 • DEL-CO Richlands • (276) 964-9635 • DI-CO Tyre Neck • (757) 686-9999 • DEL-CO Victory Crossing • (757) 465-9999 • DI-DEL-CO Hampton Gumwood • (757) 827-7600 • DEL-CO Pembroke Ave • (757) 723-2200 • DI-CO Riverdale • (757) 838-6632 • DI-CO West Mercury • (757) 723-8000 • DEL-CO Newmarket • (757) 826-2266 • DI-CO Poquoson • (757) 868-4689 • DI-CO Williamsburg James York • (757) 229-0067 • DI-DEL-CO Kiln Creek • (757) 890-8077 • DI-DEL-CO Richmond Road • (757) 229-7826 • DI-DEL-CO Yorktown • (757) 898-3100 • DEL-CO DI - Dine In • DEL - Delivery • CO - Carry Out Newport News Denbigh • (757) 877-9000 • DEL-CO Fort Eustis • (757) 887-5000 • DEL-CO Jefferson • (757) 599-4000 • DEL-CO pizzahutva.com ® (SPORTS VENUES) COLONIAL DOWNS THEME PARKS Colonial Downs Parkway New Kent County 757-838-7762 www.colonialdowns.com Nestled in woods outside of New Kent and just off Interstate 64, the track stands about an hour-and-a-half from downtown Norfolk. Season – Flat racing runs June and July, trotters October and most of November. Busch Gardens Route 60, Williamsburg 1-800-343-7946 www.bushgardens.com NORFOLK ADMIRALS Scope Arena 201 E. Brambleton Ave. , Scope Arena, Norfolk, VA 757-640-1212 www.norfolkadmirals.com Member the American Hockey League, top affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Chicago Blackhawks. Season – Oct. 15 - April 2005 NORFOLK TIDES 150 Park Ave, Harbor Park Norfolk, VA 757-622-2222 www.norfolktides.com Long-time member of the Triple-A International League as the top farm team of the New York Mets. Season – From early April through August, followed by playoffs. LANGLEY SPEEDWAY 3165 N. Armistead Ave. Norfolk, VA 757-865-1100 www.langleyspeedway.com Late Model Sportsman racing, also Grand Stocks, MiniTrucks, Legends, super Streak and Super 4’s, Pro 6 and UCar. American Race Truck Division competition is held on alternate Saturdays. Season – Early March through early October on Saturdays, except for dates when Richmond Winston-Cup racing is held. VIRGINIA BEACH MARINERS 2181 Landstown Rd. Virginia Beach Sportsplex Virginia Beach, VA 757-430-9800, Ext 235 An A League 2nd Division entry under the Major League Soccer umbrella. Season – April through August, with playoffs in September. 64 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Water Country USA Route 199 off I-64 Williamsburg 757-229-9300 1-800-343-7946 Great Wolf Lodge 1-800-551-Wolf (9653) www.williamsburg .greatwolflodge.com Sports & Recreation Paramount’s Kings Dominion I-95 at exit 98, Richmond 804-876-5000 Peninsula SPCA & Petting Zoo 523 J.Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 757-595-1399 The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby Street 757-441-2706 Ocean Breeze Fun Park 849 General Booth Blvd. Virginia Beach 757-422-4444 PUBLIC GOLF COURSES MILITARY GOLF COURSES PENINSULA The Colonial Golf Club Route 603 Williamsburg, VA 757-566-1600 PENINSULA Dear Cove Cheatham Annex 757-887-6539 Williamsburg National 3700 Centerville Road Williamsburg, VA 757-258-9642 SOUTHSIDE Cahoon Plantation 1501 Cedar Roads Chesapeake, VA 757-436-2775 Hell’s Point Golf Club 2700 Atwoodtown Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 757-721-3400 Heron Ridge 2973 Heron Ridge Dr. Virginia Beach, VA 757-426-3800 River Front Golf Club 5200 River Club Drive Suffolk, VA 757-484-2200 Sleepy Hole Golf Course 4700 Sleepy Hole Rd. Suffolk, VA 23435 757-538-4100 Tournament Players Club 2500 Tournament Dr. Virginia Beach, VA 757-563-9440 Making a new friend in the aviary at Busch Gardens Eaglewood Golf Course Langley AFB Hampton 757-764-4547 Holly Oaks Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 757-887-6536 (Theme parks & Golf) Sports & Recreation The Pines Ft. Eustis Newport News 757-878-2965 SOUTHSIDE Aero Pines NAS Oceana Virginia Beach 757-433-2866 Eagle Haven Little Creek NAB Norfolk 757-462-8526 USOHR Invitational Golf Tournament Sewells Point Naval Station Norfolk 757-444-5572 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 65 (quick reference) Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles 1-800-435-5137 8190 Roanoke Ave., Hampton 12912 Jefferson Ave., Newport News www.dmv.state.va.us Effective Safety Inspection Certificates - Vehicles registered in states having safety inspection laws must display current safety inspection stickers, either from the state of registration or Virginia. Safety inspections in Virginia are required annually and cost around $15. DMV Hours 8:30am - 5:30pm M-F AUTO REGISTRATION Out-Of-State Registration: Non-resident active-duty members of the Armed Forces and their family members ages 16 or older may drive with either their home-state or Virginia license plates. Military non-residents of Virginia wishing to obtain a Virginia title, plates, and registration will be required to obtain a city decal. The $15-$25 charge for the decal may be waived if the automobile is registered in the name of the military member alone. In order to obtain the waiver and the decal, the active duty person must submit one of the following: a current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), a copy of the prior year’s income tax return, or a letter from his/her command to the city treasurer’s office. VIRGINIA DRIVER’S LICENSE: If you are an active-duty member of the Armed Forces and stationed in Virginia, you, your spouse and dependent children who are 16 years of age or older may drive with a valid driver’s license issued by your home state or country. Vehicles registered in your name may be driven with valid out-ofstate license plates. If you choose to register your vehicle in Virginia, you do not have to obtain a Virginia driver’s license. Note: Your spouse and dependent children, if gainfully employed in Virginia, will be required to obtain a Virginia driver’s license. Virginia Registration: If you do register your vehicle in Virginia, you must do this through a local Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You must obtain a Virginia driver’s license within 30 days of moving into Virginia. Virginia license plates cost from $30+, depending upon the vehicle. Before you can register a vehicle in Virginia, you must certify the vehicle is covered by the minimum insurance requirements compliance with the Virginia Motor Vehicle Responsibility Act. The insurance must cover the vehicle and the driver. Your insurance carrier must be authorized to transact business in Virginia. ID Base Stickers: Due to the current security posture, base stickers are required to enter all military bases. The following documents must be presented to receive a base sticker: valid driver’s license, current registration, proof of insurance, vehicle inspection and military identification card. The phone number to the Pass and ID Office is 757-322-2978. Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration 1-800-638-8347 www.mva.state.md.us/ Automobiles must pass inspection at any authorized service station. Vehicle registration at any Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration Office. County Stickers are not required in Maryland. F M R A D I O S TAT I O N S 92.3 WSRV 92.1 WCDG 91.5 WYCS 90.3 WHRO 89.5 WHRV WFOS 88.7 98.7 99.1 99.7 101.3 102.9 10 4.5 105.3 106.1 106.9 WNVZ 107.9 WWBR WJCD WAFX WKCK WKUS 66 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide WOWI WWDE WYFI WXGM WNOR 107.7 WROX 96.1 WVKL 95.7 WPTE 94.9 WXEZ 94.1 WYPA 93.7 WWSO 92.9 Data: Dominion M e d i a Se r v i c e s , C o .’s Comprehensive Media Guide for Virginia/DC (2005) T V S TAT I O N S WTKR TV 3 CBS Norfolk WAVY TV 10 NBC Portsmouth WVEC TV 13 ABC Norfolk WHRO TV 15 PBS Norfolk WGNT TV 27 UPN Portsmouth WTVZ TV 33 WB Norfolk WVBT TV 43 FOX Portsmouth WPXV TV 49 PAX Portsmouth Data: Dominion Media Services, Co.’s Comprehensive Media Guide for Virginia/DC (2005) Speciality & Acute Care Hospitals a c u t e c a r e h o sp i ta l s Hospital Location Phone # Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Norfolk 757-668-3000 Riverside Regional Medical Center Newport News 757-594-2000 Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital Virginia Beach 757-395-8000 Chesapeake General Hospital Chesapeake 757-312-6109 Bon Secours Maryview Hospital Portsmouth 757-398-2200 Sentara Leigh Hospital Norfolk 757-466-6000 Sentara Careplex Hospital (Hampton) Hampton 757-736-1000 Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center Norfolk 757-889-3378 Sentara Williamsburg Community Hospital Williamsburg 757-259-6000 Louise Obicic Memorial Hospital Suffolk 757-934-4607 Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital Newport News 757-886-6000 Sentara Bayside Hospital Virginia Beach 757-363-6100 Riverside Walter Reed Hospital Gloucester 804-693-8800 sp e c i a l i t y h o sp i ta l s Hospital Location Phone # Speciality Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughter Norfolk 757-668-7000 Pediatric Riverside Rehabilitation Institute Newport News 757-928-8000 Rehabilitation Riverside Behavioral Health Center Hampton 757-827-3670 Psychiatric Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center Virginia Beach 757-627-5433 Psychiatric Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital Norfolk 757-461-5001 Transitional Hospital for Extended Recovery Norfolk 1-800-Sentara Transitional Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Portsmouth 757-953-5000 Navy Personnel Veteran Affairs Medical Center Hampton 757-722-9961 Veterans Eastern State Hospital Williamsburg 757-253-5161 Psychiatric public school Public School System Chesapeake Gloucester County Hampton Isle of Wight County Mathews County Newport News Norfolk Poquoson Portsmouth Suffolk Surry County Virginia Beach Williamsburg/ James City County York County Hampton Roads Virginia Schools Fully Accredited 44 9 35 8 3 41 49 4 21 18 3 80 41 9 28 7 3 31 36 4 7 11 2 79 12 19 346 1,806 12 19 289 1,548 Data: Virginia Department of Education (2004-2005 school year) (quick reference) DMV, Driver’s License & MEDIA population data Percent Enrollment Accreditied 93 100 80 88 100 76 73 100 33 61 67 99 40,265 6,149 22,938 5,167 1,263 33,122 36,285 2,596 15,843 13,722 1,123 75,515 100 100 84 86 9,402 12,374 275,764 1,204,808 POPULATION BY LOCALITY Locality Chesapeake Gloucester Co. Hampton Isle of Wight Co. James City Co. Mathews Co. Newport News Norfolk Poquoson Portsmouth Suffolk Surry County Virginia Beach Williamsburg York Co. 2000 2004 199,184 34,780 146,437 29,728 48,102 9,207 180,150 234,403 11,566 100,565 63,677 6,829 425,257 11,998 56,297 214,725 37,262 145,951 32,774 55,502 9,226 181,913 237,835 11,700 99,291 76,586 6,970 440,098 11,465 60,885 *estimate for July 1, 2004, Data: U.S. Census Bureau USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 67 (quick reference) Quilt Show, Gloucester Annual Juried Photography Exhibit, Suffolk 2 3 Month February February March March/April April April April April April April April/May May May May May May May/June June June June June June June June July July July July August August August August August August August 4 5 6 7 8 Singing at the Patiotic Festival, Virginia Beach Event Reflections of African-Americans Antique Show and Sale Battle of Hampton Roads Weekend Annual Juried Photography Exhibit Historic Garden Week in Virginia Daffodil Festival Ella Fitzgerald Music Festival International Azalea Festival Civil War Weekend in Downtown Art on the Square Virginia Arts Festival Chesapeake Jubilee Jamestown Day AF’RAM Festival Gosport Arts Festival Patriotic Festival Greek Festival American Indian Festival Hampton Jazz Festival Gwynn’s Island Festival Summer Celebration Wine Festival Norfolk Harborfest Cingular Bayou Boogaloo And Cajun Food Festival Boardwalk Art Show and Festival TodiMusicFest Pork, Peanut and Pine Festival Mid-Atlantic Hermit Crab Challenge Virginia Shakespeare Festival Symphony Under the Stars County Fair Hampton Cup Regatta James City County Fair Seawall Art Show Nansemond Indian Tribal Pow-Wow East Coast Surfing Championships 68 USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide Location Chesapeake Suffolk Newport News Suffolk region wide Gloucester Newport News Norfolk Suffolk Williamsburg Norfolk Chesapeake Jamestown Island Norfolk Portsmouth Virginia Beach Newport News Chesapeake Hampton Mathews County Newport News Norfolk Norfolk Virginia Beach Portsmouth Surry Virginia Beach Williamsburg Chesapeake Gloucester Hampton James City County Portsmouth Suffolk Virginia Beach 9 Month September September September September September September September September September September October October October October October October October October October October October October October October November November November November Nov/Dec December December December December December December December 10 11 12 Event Chesapeake Fine Arts & Craft Festival Guinea Jubilee Quilt Show Mathews Market Days Festival Revolutionary War Re-enactment Virginia In-Water Boat Expo Umoja Festival Neptune Wine Festival Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon Verizon Wireless American Music Festival Bark in the Park Black Powder & Paint Historical Weekend Haunted Trail at Beaverdam Park Pig Jig Pork Festival Fall Festival of Folklife Port Warwick Sculpture & Art Festival Cingular Town Point Virginia Wine Festival Poquoson Seafood Festival Olde Town Ghostwalk Suffolk’s Peanut Fest Driver Day’s Fall Festival An Occasion for the Arts Howl-O-Scream Yorktown Day (October 19) Chesapeake Heritage Arts Festival Open Studio Tour Artful Giving-Unique Gifts for the Holidays Olde Towne Arts & Antiques Open House Holiday Lights at the Beach Citizens’ Holiday Parade and Main Street Open House Christmas in Smithfield Celebration in Lights Winter Wonderland: The Coleman Nursery Collection Holiday Parade Grand Illumination Yorktown Celebrates Christmas, A Colonial Christmas Location Chesapeake Gloucester Gloucester Mathews County Newport News Norfolk Portsmouth Virginia Beach Virginia Beach Virginia Beach Chesapeake Gloucester Gloucester Isle of Wight Newport News Newport News (quick reference) Festivals & Events Norfolk Poquoson Portsmouth Suffolk Suffolk Williamsburg Williamsburg Yorktown Chesapeake Mathews County Newport News Portsmouth Virginia Beach Gloucester Isle of Wight Newport News Portsmouth Suffolk Williamsburg Yorktown *Data: Area convention and visitors bureaus and individual sites USO of Hampton Roads 2006 Military Guide 69 10/20/05 - Navy Lt. j.g. Tracey Mackey signals the launch of an E-2C Hawkeye aircraft from the catapult on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise and embarked Carrier Air Wing 1 are underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications DoD photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Rob Gaston (Released) www.usohr.org 09/27/05 - Friends and family members welcome home the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) as the ship returns to Naval Station Norfolk, Va., Sept. 27, 2005, after successfully completing a deployment in support of the war on terror. (U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class Gregory A Roberts) (Released)