USS Concord Reunion Norfolk, VA September 7 th -11 th

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1 USS Concord Reunion Norfolk, VA September 7 th -11 th Welcome to the 2016 Reunion for the USS Concord Group! We know you will have a great time renewing friendships from the past and making new old friends. Norfolk, VA is the ideal place for getting together and enjoying the sights of the area. Come early and stay late! Be sure to call the hotel directly for your reservations. Tell them you are with the USS Concord Reunion to get the discounted rate of $99. The Sheraton Norfolk Waterside is Norfolk s only waterfront hotel and provides stunning views of the Elizabeth River along with an exceptional hotel and meeting experience. For more information visit the website at: The hotel address and reservation phone number is: Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Address: 777 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA Phone: (757) Hotel reservations must be made prior to August 8th to guarantee space and rate. Reservations made after this date will be on a space available basis and the discounted rate will not be guaranteed. Rates will be honored 3 days before and 3 days after. TRANSPORTATION: Airport shuttle will cost an average of $35 dollars for up to 3 people. Cancellation Refund Policy: Complete refunds will be sent 30 days before the reunion minus $17 of the registration fee per person. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GRANTED AFTER AUGUST 8TH. All tours must achieve the minimum number (35) in order to complete the tour. Gratuities for the driver and guide are at the discretion of those on the coach. We need all attendees to understand that the cutoff date of August 8th is primarily to assure the minimum number of tours! IT IS NOT A CUTOFF DATE THAT MEANS YOU CAN NO LONGER SIGN UP FOR THE REUNION. Please be aware that if you decide on-site that you want to take a tour, the cost will be $5 higher and it will be based on space available on the bus.

2 Agenda All tours include transportation, guide (when applicable) and entrance fees. Meals are included only if indicated. Tours will board approximately 15 minutes prior to the departure times listed here. Check signs available at the registration desk in case of changes Wednesday, September 7 th 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Early Check-In for those taking Tour #1 on Thursday Thursday, September 8 th 7:00 am - 8:00 am Check-in for those taking Tour #1 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Tour #1 Williamsburg & Jamestown $82 Williamsburg Tour historic homes, public buildings and 18 th century craft shops where costumed hosts recreate the sights and sounds of America 200 years ago. Enjoy free time to shop and browse in the many unique specialty shops in Merchants Square. Jamestown At Jamestown Settlement, explore a world-class living history museum that re-creates life in the Jamestown colony. Tour artifact-filled gallery exhibits, discover the Powhatan Indian way of life in a re-created village, try on English armor in a re-created fort and climb aboard replicas of the three ships that brought the colonists to Virginia in $82 includes transportation, admission, guide, lunch on your own at Merchants Square. 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm General Check-In 5:00 pm Hospitality Room Friday, September 9 th 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Tour #2 City/Naval Tour $52 City Tour Learn about Norfolk s colorful 335-year history as you enjoy a riding city tour through the lovely historic district. Many attractions are within walking distance of your hotel such as old St. Paul s Church, the Moses Myers House, MacArthur Memorial, and the Historic Freemason District.

3 Naval Base Tour The Naval Station in Norfolk is the largest naval installation in the world. It is home port to 78 ships and 26 aircraft squadrons occupying over 8,000 acres and is also home to over 100,00 military personnel. $52 includes transportation, guide & lunch. (Due to security restrictions- Must have picture ID No bags other than purses or camera cases will be allowed. No knifes, scissors or nail files. Anyone with a medical device, which cannot go through a security scanner, must show a related medical card. 6:00 pm 9:45 pm Tour #3 Dinner Cruise Enjoy a two hour dinner cruise on the magnificent Spirit of Norfolk. The ship leaves the waterside pier area and travels north on the Elizabeth River, passing Nauticus, The National Maritime Center, Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Portsmouth Marine Terminals, the Lamberts Point Coal Piers, and Norfolk Naval Base, the Worlds largest operational naval base and home of the Atlantic fleet. The Spirit features a top-of-the-line buffet with several hot entrees. The selection includes beef, poultry, and seafood, fresh vegetables, potato, salad, rolls and butter, and dessert. $65 includes transportation, dinner, and cruise. Anyone wanting to visit Nauticus Museum and Battleship Wisconsin can do so anytime on Friday afternoon or during the day on Saturday. Admission to the museum is $15.95 or $14.95 for seniors. Hours are 10:00 5:00 Saturday, September 10 th 9:00 am - 10:30 am Business Meeting Free time during the day (We are looking into the possibility of attending the NAS Oceana Air Show. We will update our website once this has been confirmed.) 5:00 pm Pictures- The photographer will be available for a group picture as well as any small group and couple pictures you want. You can review, order, and pick up your prints on-site. 6:00 pm Banquet Sunday, September 11 th Check-Out

4 DUE August 8 th, 2016 DUE August 8 th, Registration USS Concord Reunion September 7-11, 2016 This name will be used on your Name Badge: First Name Last Name Spouse Guest(s) Address City State Zip Phone Number of Persons X Cost per person = Total Cost Tour #1 Williamsburg & $82.00 = Tour #2 City/Naval Tour Tour #3 Dinner Cruise Banquet; Chicken Picatta Sirloin of Bee f Pan Seared $52.00 $65.00 = $65.00 = (Includes registration fee, hospitality room, and banquet - each attendee must pay this fee) Total = Concord will be providing complimentary shirts! Please indicate sizes below for each person attending. SM M L XL 2XL 3XL Please identify any special accommodations you may need: Physical support: Special Meals: Other: SEND THIS FORM AND A CHECK (PAYABLE TO A COMPLETE REUNION ) FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT TO: USS Concord Reunion c/o A Complete Reunion PO Box Colorado Springs, CO Contact Sherry or Jessica at or us at sherry@acompletereunion.com visit our website at Refund Policy: Cancellations before August 8 th, 2016 will receive full refund less a $17.00 processing fee. There will be no refunds after that date. All tours must have a minimum number of people per tour. If you register for a tour and do not attend you will NOT receive any refund. You will receive a confirmation letter detailing your selections within 7-10 days of us receiving it.

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