Author Archives: President

July Events

Posted on 24 June, 2016 by President

We hope you can join your Vinson Family Readiness Group for an upcoming meeting or event.Our first General Meeting of 2016 will be held in Point Loma on July 16th. We will be hosting a speaker on OPSEC and deployment readiness, … Continue reading →

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Vinson Scholarship

Posted on 1 June, 2016 by President

We’re pleased to announce that a Vinson Scholarship Recipient has been chosen! We worked with Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation to help assist a collage bound dependent with tuition. Alexander Schiaffino of Coronado was chosen to receive the $500 scholarship. … Continue reading →

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May and the Vinson Family Readiness Group!

Posted on 26 May, 2016 by President

Your Family Readiness Group has been busy hosting a lot of fun events for Vinson Families. In April, members joined us for a Craft Night at Hot Spot in Point Loma – pizza and wine were enjoyed as we custom painted … Continue reading →

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Turnover Roles

Posted on 7 May, 2016 by President

Per our bylaws, it’s time for annual elections and turnover. If you are interested in becoming a board member from July 2016 until July 2017, please fill out the application here: http://goo.gl/forms/x9wi95scfd Volunteering with your Family Readiness Group is a great … Continue reading →

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Spring, So Far…

Posted on 9 April, 2016 by President

It’s been a busy Spring so far! On March 5th, we hosted our hockey game with the San Diego Gulls. It was a great time, and we had a turnout of over 60 people. Each member received a Gulls t-shirt, … Continue reading →

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Facebook Group

Posted on 8 April, 2016 by President

The Vinson FRG has started a Facebook Group to help us better connect our members to each other and the San Diego area. Our facebook page will remain active, but information regarding specific details about our events will transition to … Continue reading →

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Upcoming FRG Events

Posted on 17 February, 2016 by President

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first event of the New Year, our family potluck at Societe Brewing Company. We had a great time meeting some new people and trying out favorite recipes! Check out the beautiful … Continue reading →

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Red White & Blue 2-mile run/walk

Posted on 1 February, 2016 by President

Join your Vinson FRG as we tackle New Years’ Resolutions with a 2-mile run or walk! All ages are welcome! Event -T-shirt to those who pre-register and participate; quantities are limited. There is no day-of registration. 9 am check in … Continue reading →

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Wings Over America Scholarship

Posted on 27 December, 2015 by President

USS Carl Vinson Scholarship– funded by the USS Carl Vinson FRG, this scholarship is available to all dependents of Navy personnel who currently or formerly served aboard USS Carl Vinson (ship’s company, not Airwing) . Eligibility: Dependent of Ship’s company (any time- … Continue reading →

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Our First Event of 2016!

Posted on 27 December, 2015 by President

Save the Date! Thursday, January 14th 6pm-9pm Join us for our first event of 2016! The entire family is welcome to join us for a fun and casual potluck event at Societe Brewing Company in Kearney Mesa!. Please RSVP below. … Continue reading →

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