On August 13, 2008 in Seattle, WA, NOAA commissioned its newest vessel, OKEANOS EXPLORER, and decommissioned its oldest, JOHN N. COBB. The ships and their crews were honored in ceremonies on a beautiful day, with many NOAA employees and friends in attendance.
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NOAA’s Newest and Oldest Ships
Posted August 20th, 2008. Filed under General, Seattle News.Seattle Dining Out 2008
Posted May 31st, 2008. Filed under Seattle News.
The 91st Anniversary of the NOAA Commissioned Corps was held at Ivars Salmon House on Lake Union.
White House Event Honors Military Spouses
Posted May 15th, 2008. Filed under DC News, General.
Once again the White House hosted an event for Military Spouses on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. A Garden Breakfast on the South Lawn of the White House took place this year and it was a beautiful sunny warm day. In his speech, President Bush thanked the spouses and families of all service members for their sacrifices and support. Approximately 1,100 spouses attended and the Presidential Volunteer Service Award was given to this year’s six recipients.
An email notice for this event was sent to members of the National Military Families Association (NMFA) who are current with their annual dues. NMFA also invited Cheryl Glang who serves on their Board of Directors and Cindy Bailey who is also serving on a special panel for NMFA. Jane Barnum who is finishing her second year as President of NOFA, DC, attended also. An invitation for this event is open to all NOAA spouses through NMFA membership.