The Fort Meade Messenger
August 2015
Guess what time it is?!?!?!?!
Spouse Break-
fast!!!

Calling all Active Duty Military Spouses!  On August 28th from 0900 until 1030 swing by the Fort Meade USO and grab a bite to eat on us.  This is our way of showing our appreciation for you and the sacrifices you make as a military spouse.  Take a minute out of your crazy day to spend it on yourself and enjoy a tasty continental breakfast on us.  Come for the food, and stay for the conversation. 

 

Family Ice Cream Social
Summer is almost over and the school year is about to start.  Parents come celebrate, kids come mourn the end of summer, with ice cream at the Fort Meade USO on August 19th from 1730 till 1930.  Come hang out, play games, and have some ICE CREAM!!!!  Space is limited so registration is required.  Registration will open August 10th and close August 16th or when all spaces are filled.  Event is only for active duty military members, guard, reservists, and their dependents.  To Register click HERE!!

The FMUSO  will be closed to those not registered for the Family Fun Fest at 1700 for the evening.

 

Upcoming YUM Schedule!
YUM stands for Your USO Meal and it is a way for the USO and our amazing sponsors to show our appreciation for what you do for us.  Lunch is served to the first 100 service members between 1130 and 1300.   

Joke of the Month...

Stevie: Hey, Mom, I got a hundred in school today!

Mom: That's great. What in?

Stevie: A 40 in Reading and a 60 in Spelling.
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The Fort Meade USO Center is a home away from home and always looking to improve what we offer our service members and their families.  If you would like to help support the thousands of military that come through our center every month please check out our Amazon Wish List for ideas.  Please Click
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Looking for a few good volunteers...


sepia_stacked_hands.jpg We are actively searching for volunteers who teach yoga, guitar, to lead crafts, and children activities.  For more information about programing opportunities please contact Shawn Sabia at shawn@usometro.org for details.  For volunteer opportunities at the USO center please contact the Center Supervisor Laura Dexter-Mooty at laura@usometro.org

A huge Thank You to our Fort Meade USO Sponsors!


Want More Info?
Check out what else USO-Metro is doing on our  website!
Questions? Contact Laura Dexter-Mooty your Fort Meade USO Center Supervisor at laura@usometro.org or Shawn Sabia your Centers Program Specialist at shawn@usometro.org or call 410-305-0660. 
Upcoming Fort Meade USO Events:
 

August 1: 

Operation Back To School

Open to active duty military youth ages 5-12 years old.  Each dependent child will receive a backpack filled with school supplies.  Registration is required by July 29th.  To register go to www.bit.ly/OB2School2015  

 

August 4, 11, 18, and 25:

USO Movie Night

Free popcorn and snacks. Seating is first come first serve so get here early.

 4th - Insurgent PG-13

11th - Hot Pursuit  PG-13

18th - Home PG

25th - Aloha PG-13

When: 1800 until 2100

 

August 6, 13, 20, and 27:

Bakery Bonanza

Ever Thursday Weis grocery store donates baked goods for active duty members and their families. Baked good types and amounts vary week to week.

When: 1300 until 1700 or until baked goods run out


August 12 and 26:

YUM Lunch

Your USO Meal is a meal provided to active duty members in appreciation for all you do. There is food for the first 100 service members.  

Who:  Active duty service members  only

When: 1130 until 1300

   
August 19:

Family Ice Cream Social

Summer is almost over and the school year is about to start.  Parents come celebrate, kids come mourn the end of summer, with ice cream at the Fort Meade USO on August 19th from 1730 till 1930.  Come hang out, play games, and have some ICE CREAM!!!!  Space is limited so registration is required.  Registration will open August 10th and close August 16th or when all spaces are filled.  Event is only for active duty military members, guard, reservists, and their dependents.   To register please click HERE! 

  

August 20:

Supermarket Sweeps

USO-Metro along with our partner Maryland Food Bank offers FREE produce and non-perishable goods on the third Thursday. Participants please bring your own shopping bags.

When: 1100 until 1300 Enlisted active duty members and spouses 1200 until 1300 for all ranks. 

   
August 28: 
Spouse BREAK-FAST! 
Spouses of Active Duty Service Members are invited to stop by the USO and have a cup of coffee and a light breakfast on us.  We will serve breakfast.  Come for a bite, stay for a chat!   When:  0900 until 1030

August 28:   
Karaoke Night 
Come to the USO and let your inner star shine with some Karaoke. 
When:  1830 till 2030
Who:  Active duty, reserves, guard, and their dependents 
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