In our latest installment of military small businesses, check out Prestige World Wood! Read on to meet the woodworking, father and son-in-law (and veteran) duo, Matt and Jack. Their unique gifts and engravings make for perfect holiday gifts. Names: Matt Schweers and Jack Kauffman Hometown: Heyworth, IL and Chenoa, IL Branch of Military: Navy (Matt) [...]
Happy September! As we roll into the fall season, don't miss these great events happening this month: Corn Maze and Cider Donut Festival (Sept. 2-3) I see y’all putting your pumpkins out on the patio! But first, cider… start off your pre-fall season this weekend at the Lyman Orchards Corn Maze and Cider Donut Festival! There [...]
If you're ever been stationed in Groton, Connecticut, you may have seen him. A tall man with a bushy, white mustache snapping photos at Eastern Point Beach or pierside at Homecoming. Rain or shine, he is invested in getting that great shot and sharing his work free-of-charge to the submarine community. As a local photographer, [...]
This post was submitted anonymously No, COB is not the corn you eat at a picnic. Although, we do have the most awesome pin of a corncob in the shape of a submarine. My sailor was not as amused as I was. So, what is a COB? This acronym, I know, another one, stands for [...]
In our latest installment of "Military Small Business," meet Victoria and Maddie behind The Sisterly Shop! As self-described "Navy Brats," learn more about how these sisters took inspiration from their military upbringing and translated it into a fun business! Name: Victoria Sisco & Maddie SiscoHometown: Charlotte, NC and Fort Campbell, KY Branch of Military: NavyCurrent [...]
Here’s a list of some activities for the kiddos near Norfolk and Hampton: Valentine's Day Grams at Oceanfront Area Library The Oceanfront Area Library in Virginia Beach hosts an arts and crafts event for your little one to make “Valentines Day Grams” for a special family member or friend! Registration is not required and it [...]
Do you have a kiddo with a winter birthday? Or perhaps you're looking to escape the heat of the summer months? Here are five great spots for birthday parties to consider in the greater Groton area: Groton Bowling Center Groton Bowling Center is located right in the heart of Groton, CT. This place is great [...]
Happy New Year! For our friends stationed in Groton, CT, don't let the winter doldrums get you down. Even though the holidays are behind us, Southeastern Connecticut is nothing short of sparkle and fun with so many fun seasonal events. Here's five events happening this weekend: Go Ice Skating at Foxwoods Photo courtesy of Foxwoods [...]
Even if Charleston isn't your favorite duty station, it's undeniable food and beverage scene surpasses all else. Here's five new places to check out: Bar 167 From the team that brought you 167 Raw comes the new Mediterranean inspired cocktail bar, Bar 167. Located just off King Street, this quaint new bar offers small bites [...]
