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Holiday 2018 Edition The Link The Official Newsletter of the West Point Spouses' ClubHoliday 2018 . westpointspousesclub.org . [email protected]

President’s Welcome Page 3 WEST POINT SPOUSES’ CLUB BOARDWelcome Mrs. Williams & Mrs. Love Pages 4 & 5 Executive Board 2018-2019 President Stephanie Flores [email protected] Vice PresidentWhere Friendships & Tradtions Thrive Page 7 Parliamentarian Jen Wright [email protected] Secretary Treasurer Jen Heckel [email protected] Join the 'Club' Page 8 Jennifer Rohn [email protected] Krista Wojtaszek [email protected] Shop Holiday Hours Page 9Eat, Drink & Beat Navy Page 11 Committee Chairs 2018-2019 Ways and Means Diane Schreiner [email protected] Pages 12-13 Way and Means Financial Katherine Bellocchio [email protected] & Tots Pages 15 Programs Samantha Galui [email protected] Page 17Casino Night Page 19 Programs Christine Van Meter [email protected] Inside the Membership Andrea VanSweringen [email protected] Holiday Issue! Reservations Madison Aleska-Frost [email protected] Publicity Maria Ochoa [email protected] The Link Editor Louise Brennan [email protected] Page 20 Link Advertising Courtney Millen [email protected] for Cadets Page 21 Community Outreach Elizabeth Flannery [email protected] Scholarships Deborah Haley [email protected] Casino Night Fundraiser Maria D’Amato [email protected] DISCLAIMER: The West Point Spouses' Club is Historian Rachael Goodwill [email protected] a non-federal entity and not an official activity of the United States Military Academy. It is not Special Clubs Colleen Morgan [email protected] endorsed, recommended, or favored by the United States government. The Link is created Moms and Tots Katie Landis [email protected] and edited by the spouses of the West Point community, therefore, the views and opinions Moms and Tots Amy Olson [email protected] expressed by this organization do not necessarily state or reflect those of the United States Military Properties Kemper Moody [email protected] Academy, Department of the Army, or Department of Defense. Honorary Board 2018-2019Front Cover Photograph Holidays the Honorary PresidentWest Point Way by Rachael Goodwill Mrs. Erin Williams Senior Advisors Mrs. Betsy Gilland Mrs. Cindy Love Mrs. Kristen Corrigan

President's WelcomeThe military is steeped in many long-standing traditions, and Army traditions are none more apparent than here at West Point.For many service members and their spouses and families, traditions are simply a way of life. There are many standard rulesand protocols for everything from dress and etiquette, to ceremonies like Reveille and Retreat. One very important tradition thatis ingrained in military life is that of service.Service in the military often gets used solely to define service to his/her country. What is not expressed enough is that thistradition is more often a service to others. Military families know all too well the sacrifices of the lifestyle and are usually the firstto stand up and volunteer to help in any way possible. It is understood that we cannot make it alone and sometimes needsupport, however big or small. With this unique insight, we are better able to use that knowledge and sense of community to helpothers in need regardless of who or where they are.The West Point Spouses' Club motto, “Where Friendships and Traditions Thrive”, shows that maintaining traditions is a pillar ofour organization. One of our proudest traditions is that of community service. The WPSC is a volunteer run organization thatworks diligently to organize and participate in numerous service projects throughout the year. It is through service to ourcommunity that we can make a positive difference for those around us.Each year at our annual Super Sign Up we choose a non-profit or community service organization to support by collectingdonations from our members. This year we had the opportunity to work with Safe Homes of Orange County who provide safehaven for those affected by domestic violence and human trafficking. Due to our wonderful members, we were able to make alarge donation of items, from new towels and sheets, to cleaning supplies and food. Each of these simple items helps to supportthose in need in a wonderful immeasurable way and nothing makes us feel more honored than to be able to help.As an organization one of our most rewarding traditions of the year is being able to award grants and scholarships back to ourcommunity. Through the assistance and encouragement of our members, via shopping at the WPSC Gift Shoppe andparticipating in our fundraising Casino Night, we are able to provide support for high school seniors off to college, for spousescontinuing their higher education, and for local organizations and businesses to continue their support of the community throughvarious programs and opportunities.As the holiday season rolls in, I urge you to remember that traditions are not just where your family goes or what you eat, butmore importantly the legacy you want to leave behind. By being an active member of the community and serving those aroundyou, you have the opportunity to be a positive influence. One of the greatest gifts you can give is your time and more often thannot, that service can turn into a friendship that can enrich your life.We hope that you will celebrate and participate in our myriad of rich traditions during your time here at West Point. If any onetradition sticks with you, I hope that it is the gift of community service and the importance of building a positive community.“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” – Helen KellerCheers & BEAT NAVY!Stephanie FloresWPSC President, 2018-2019 Page 3 The Link Holiday 2018

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Welcome!Mrs. Williams & Mrs. Love Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Love Haig Room in Jefferson LibraryWelcome Reception on August 14, 2018 Page 5 The Link Holiday 2018



Where Friendships and Traditions Thrive Our 2018-19 Super Sign Up was a great success! The WPSC is a volunteer run organization. We participate in a number of service projects throughout the year. It is through service to our community that we can make a positive difference for those around us.Each year at our annual Super Sign Up we choose a non-profit or community service organization to support by collecting donations from our members. This year we had the opportunity to work with Safe Homes of Orange County who provide a safe haven for those affected by domestic violence and human trafficking. We want to take this opportunity to thank our members for supporting a great organization through their donations gifted at Super Sign Up. Page 7 The Link Holiday 2018

Why Join the “Club”? There are so many reasons to check out our Spouses’ club. Some of us have made some of our best friends through clubs we’ve been a part of. It’s so great at how quickly you become invested in your community after joining. If you haven’t done it yet, try it…and bring a friend!The focus of these clubs has changed over the years. Back in 1996, at my first “coffee,” I was surrounded by onlywomen who wore their absolute best business casual. Mind you, this wasn’t the afternoon white-gloved teas, but it was pretty darn close. No thanks. I’m so grateful that the military community has evolved and that the now spouses’ clubs have experienced a well-needed transformation. I’m still trying to convince you to join…can you tell? There is room for everyone. No, seriously, everyone is welcome. It is a community Spouses’ club, so if you’re in the community, you can join. We truly have something for everyone! Lunch Bunch, Moms & Tots, West Point Experience Tours, Reel Time, Cocktail club…just to name a few. And if you don’t like the already existing groups, you can even create another group to be in charge of! It is sorewarding to get involved by volunteering to help you feel more a part of the community. We fundraise as a non- profit and much of that money raised is given back to the local community in the form of grants, scholarships, and donations. What is better than having fun while making money and then donating to great causes? Be the change! Better your community! Be a support! Get support! Enjoy friends! Join the WPSC today at https://westpointspousesclub.org/join/. Andrea Van Sweringen Membership Chair Like, oh my gosh... 80's murder mystery How RAD so many of you RSVP'd for Polly Abdool's totally tubular album release party for her friend, Debbie Gribson, at a posh VIP Beverly Hills club. Debbie Gribson is a top international pop idol who is releasing her new album, Eclectic Youth! She is simultaneously releasing a new fragrance line of the same name! The guest list is stock full of big name celebrity guests who will undoubtedly hit the scene in outrageous '80s fashion! We look forward to seeing those of you with a confirmed reservation. Thursday, NOV 15th • 7-9 PM • 49er Lodge Thank you DUSA for providing drinks and dessert! In the Next Link newsletter We FIND OUT: Did video really kill the radio star?

WPSC Ways & Means WPSC GIFT SHOPPE HOURS NOVEMBER 1st 8th 15th & 29th ~ 9-3 22nd ~ CLOSED DECEMBER 6th & 14th ~ 9-3! ! 20th & 27th ~ CLOSED ! HOLIDAY SHOPPING DAY Saturday December 1st at WPSC Gift Shoppe 8am-4pm Making a list, checking it twice……………..! ✓ Loads of BEAT NAVY items for the big game! ✓ Christmas Cards ✓ Porcelain chapel, cadet ball & lots of other ornaments ✓ Jewelry ✓ Cadet Uniform Stockings JANUARY 2019 CLOSED ~ All Thursdays in January Our Shoppe is always open at your convenience. To make an appointment please call Diane at 913-704-9411 or shop with us on line at: www.shopthepoint.com Happy Holidays from your Ways & Means Team! Page 9 The Link Holiday 2018

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Eat, Drink & Beat Navy!“BEAT NAVY” BROWNIE TART6 T. (3/4 stick) unsalted butter3 ½ c. (20 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided3 extra-lg. eggs1 c. sugar1 T. instant coffee granules½ tsp. pure vanilla extract½ c. tsp. kosher salt1 c. (4oz.) chopped walnuts2-3 T. heavy cream Grease and flour a 9-inch tart pan with removable sides. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.Melt the butter in a bowl set over simmering water. Add 2 cups of the chocolate chips, removefrom the heat and stir until the chocolate melts. Set aside to cool completely. In the bowl of anelectric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs, sugar, coffee and vanilla onmedium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Stir in the cooled chocolate. In amedium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, 1 cup of the chocolate chips and the walnuts.Fold the flour mixture into the batter until just combined. Pour into the pan and baken for 35-40minutes until the center is puffed (the top may crack). The inside will still be very soft. Cool toroom temperature before removing the sides of the tart pan. Melt the remaining ¼ cup ofchocolate chips with the heavy cream and drizzle on the tart.Wendy Nawoichyck Game Day!USMA ‘93 December 8,USCC 3:00 PM EST Find this and more amazing photographs at the West Point Military Public Affairs Website: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ west_point/ 2017 Army vs Navy March On 118th Army vs Navy Game Page 11 The Link Holiday 2018

The West Point Spouses' Club has a Clubsdiverse membership and has a broad range of sub clubs. We have clubs for those who like I am a proud small town Pennsylvania girl. games, exploring, reading, endeavoring new I met my husband in 2005 at Fort Stewart, GA, during in-processing. After my initial skills, or if you just want a chance to meet new friends. commitment to the Army was over, I happily embraced the role of stay at home With the Mah Jong Club you can learn Mom. We have two boys, and love sports to play a fun game and enjoy learning new and outdoor activities. I am a teacher andstrategies. Our Book Club meets monthly and a substitute teacher for several local we will discuss a wide variety of books school districts. I coach the Girls on the across genres. Run team at West Point Elementary and I The Lunch Bunch Club offers a chance love opportunities to help in the to try new restaurants and new towns. The community. My favorite Army tradition isWest Point Experience Club allows members tailgating with the DMI and Field Artillery to get a behind the scenes look at historic folks. USMA. Further our Deal of the Month club and Colleen MorganReel Fun Movie club provide deals from local Special Clubs Chairretailers and opportunities to check out new Holiday Issue Feature Club movies with friends. The best part of joining a special club is Book Club!sharing interests with new friends. We wouldlove to hear some new ideas for clubs. Some new ideas are Golf Club, Running Club and Marksmanship Club. So, come out and try aclub or two or three! Get the most out of your time here! Photographs from WPSC Book Club September 2018 Meeting.Page 12The Link Holiday 2018

Book ClubThe WPSC Book Club monthly event connects spouses with a passion for reading and whoare looking to experiment with new genres. The Spouses’ club has members with diversebackgrounds. This adds great diversity to the conversation and perspective of penmanship.This month we collected gently used books to donate to the West Point Elementary PTOin support of the Read-a-Thon.Each month the book club leader assigns a genre and the group members recommenddifferent titles from the genre. The voting occurs at the meeting for the next month’s book.The first genre was fiction for the 2018-19 board year, and the book we read was The Lightof Paris by Eleanor Brown. The book was told from the perspective of Madelyn. She wasdiscovering her true desires, all while reading the journals of her grandmother, who went onan extended trip to Paris in 1924 against her parents' wishes.The book club had the great pleasure to Skype with the author, Eleanor Brown at this month’sgathering. Ms. Brown shared her writing process and how the characters from the book weredeveloped. Her inspiration for the grandmother’s character was based on her owngrandmother’s trip to Paris in 1923. The group really enjoyed asking questions and hearingher thoughts.For the month of October, the genre chosen was science fiction and the book selected wasDark Matter by Blake Crouch. It is never too late to join the book club and you don’t haveto attend each meeting. Members enjoy sharing favorite books and great discussion.During November, we will read a biography and December is usually something light and fun.During our December meeting we also will have a cookie exchange!September's Book A Little about the Author “ Eleanor Brown is the New York Times and #1 internationalThe Light of Paris bestselling author of The Weird Sisters, The Light of Paris and theby Eleanor Brown. editor of the forthcoming anthology, A Paris All Your Own: Bestselling Women Writers on the City of Light. Her writing has been hailed by People magazine as “delightful” and Eleanor Brown “creative and original” by Library Journal. Eleanor teaches writing workshops at Lighthouse Writers Workshop in Denver, CO, as well as writing conferences and centers nationwide. An avid CrossFit participant, Eleanor is the author of WOD Motivation and a contributor to CrossFit Journal. Born and raised in the Washington, D.C. area, Eleanor lives with her family in Colorado.\" ~ from eleanorbrown.com Page 13 The Link Holiday 2018

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I was born and raised a Texan, and I am a lover ofthe mountains, traveling, and Dr. Pepper. After threeand half years in Korea, I’m happy to be “home” and surrounded by such an amazing community here atWest Point. I have loved the community that Moms & Tots not only brings my littles ones, but also myself. Amy Olson Moms & Tots Moms & TotsHave you ever woken up and wished you had Hi! I'm Katie, originally from Atlanta,something fun to do with your kids and a way GA, and we are now entering year twoto explore the local area but not have to plan at West Point (with stops in Virginia,any of it? Then Moms & Tots is perfect for Germany, and South Carolina inyou! between). My husband Zach and I haveWe are so excited for the upcoming been married 7 years and we have two2018-2019 year where moms (and dads) with little girls, Zoe (4) and Eliza (2), and achildren ages 0-4 can come together, explorethe area, create community and engage with Great Dane named Olive.their little ones in new and exciting ways.Our mission is to provide fun and engaging I joined the Spouses' Club at the urgingeducational events that foster socialization of some sweet neighbors who told meand support among its members while that is was a great way to make friendsexploring the many opportunities that West and participate in some fun activities.Point and the Hudson Valley have to offer. They were right! Moms & Tots hasWe pride ourselves on providing a laid back been particularly close to my heart,atmosphere where moms can get to know because it's such a wonderful way foreach other and tots can play and learn. Moms of littles to connect with otherJoin us for some fun outings including local Moms who are walking the same road.farms, mommy and me classes, arts and Plus, sometimes you just need a goodcrafts, a visit from the West Point FireDepartment, and much more! excuse to get out of the house!As a member of the West Point Spouses’Club, you can request to join our Facebook Our favorite holiday tradition isgroup to keep up to date on future events. driving around looking at ChristmasPlease email usat [email protected] if lights on post!you have any questions. We look forward tohaving you join our group and creating fun Katie Landisand exciting memories with our tots! Moms & Tots Page 15 The Link Holiday 2018

Family, Lifestyle, and Event Photographer rachaelreneephotography.com 315-525-4328 [email protected] www.suearney.com your site for West Point gifts [email protected] 845-702-3389 October – December 2018 Ten Steps to a Federal Job November 28, 8am-12pm This class will cover, in detail, the federal job application process to make it much more manageable! RSVP to reserve your seat and a free copy of Kathryn Troutman’s “Jobseeker’s Guide”8th Edition, then leave inspired for your federal job search.Resume 101October 31, 9am-11amYour resume is often the first contact you have with a prospectiveemployer.This class is a beginner to intermediate level workshopsession that is geared to helping assist individuals optimize theirmarketability by providing tips for improving their resume. One-on-One Career Counseling Available Upon Request Do you need help with your resume? Not sure what career path you want to pursue? Need to prepare for the big interview? Sign up for an appointment and get that one-on-one attention. Just set up an appointment and we will take it from there! Workshops take place at Army Community Service (ACS), Bldg. 622 unless otherwise noted. Schedule is subject to change at any time. To schedule, please visit https://westpointacs.as.me or call (845) 938-5658. Eligible participants include: Active Duty and Retired Military and their ID card Family Members, Reservists and National Guard (while on active duty) and their ID card Family Members, Survivors, and DoD civilians.

ProgramsThe WPSC Programs Team would like to thank all the lovely ladies that came out in September toconnect at the Mix & Fla'Mingle at the train station. We had a wonderful time talking (mostly givingunsolicited advice) to the 2018 wives and learning about our new neighbors with the \"Tell me about...\"name tags. It was a special way to bond with one another without the conversation being about ourmilitary member or our kids. Photographs from the 2018 Mix & Fla'MingleThe weather in October was scarier than our haunted historic tour, but lucky for us the rain stoppedjust in time. For those of you that were unable to attend, did you know that Scott Barracks room 4714is so haunted that no cadet has lived there since 1972? Have you heard about Molly the maid whomesses up the bed in the basement of the Superintendents Quarters?A Big Shout out to our History Department for guiding the tours and sharing their knowledge!MWR Fitness Center Join us in January for wine glass etching at the Thayer Hotel. Come early and grab a bite to eatChild Care CO OP (my favorite is the Frenchonion soup), date and time TBD. February's event is Casino Night. It's THE, the event of the year, and the one not to be missed. The co-op is dedicated to helping parents who want March 6th is going to be a day event, to work out without an infant or toddler hanging a special lunch at a local restaurant - off their arm. How does it work? Participants volunteer stay tuned for more info. for shifts looking after children at the co-op Gratitude and Giggles from your Programs Team, (conveniently located at the MWR Fitness Center).In return, you get to drop your kids off with other parents Chrissy & Samantha and workout in peace and quiet! All volunteers are subject to background check and must complete CYS Volunteer Training. All children must also have an active CYS registration to participate in the program.For more information please contact Page 17 @usma.edu or 845.938.3969 The Link Holiday 2017 westpoint.armymwr.com



Casino NightHi! I am Maria, wife to Joe and mom to Rosalie. I am a stay at home Mom and you canusually find me running after my overly curious and fast two-year old. I am a wanderlust, afree spirit, coffee enthusiast who really appreciates time with my family. Some others thingsI enjoy are reading a good book, antiques, geography, and as a former clinical therapist, I liketo peruse through the psych world to keep up with my former profession. I am atraditionalist at heart and continue with many of my family’s traditions, especially during theholidays! My favorite traditions are ones we practice during the Christmas season. We arealso huge Army football fans!As the chair for Casino Night, I would like the opportunity to tell you more about this eventand why I am so passionate about it. Foremost, it is the West Point Spouses’ Club’s biggestsingle night fundraiser of the year and all proceeds benefit our Grants and ScholarshipsCommittee. Education and giving back are two things that I hold near and dear to my heart,and Casino Night does just this. Above all else this is a fundraising event, which also happensto be monumental FUN.The night of, you will find many events and entertainment. There will be a photo boothpresent, a live and silent auction and many opportunities to win fantastic prizes. Heavyappetizers will be included in the ticket price and a cash bar will be available if you would liketo enjoy a cocktail(s). The theme this year will be “New York, New York”. This is a greatevent for you to dress up and attend with your spouse, a friend or even on your own. We havean amazing team of women who signed up to put this event together for all of you, with acommon goal to raise as much money as possible for our community. There are also volunteeropportunities available for night of, if you can spare an hour. Casino Night will be coming lateFebruary and we hope you will want to “be a part of it”!Be sure to check out the next edition of the Link Newsletter where we will take a deep diveinto all the exciting details of Casino Night 2019!Cheerfully,Maria D’AmatoWPSC Casino Night Chair 2018-2019 Page 19 The Link Holiday 2018

Community West Point and Wreaths Across America 9th Annual Ceremony Saturday, December 1, 2018 1200 hours Each December Wreaths Across America honors and remembers our country’s veterans with wreath laying ceremonies at cemeteries across the country. The organization, which grew out of Morrill Worcester’s annual tribute to veterans at Arlington National Cemetery, has a mission to Remember, Honor and Teach. They are committed to teaching younger generations about the value of their freedoms, and the importance of honoring those who sacrificed so much to protect those freedoms.For the past eight years, led by the passion of Jackie and Dan McNally, and Todd Crowder, our community has come together to bring this moving tradition to the West Point Cemetery. West Point Spouses’ Club is honored to support the wreath laying through our grant program and volunteering at the ceremony to lay wreaths. The ceremony always proves to be a moving day where we can pause during the busy holiday season to betogether with family and reflect the mission of Wreaths Across America: Remember, Honor, Teach. December 2018 will mark the 9th annual ceremony and we hope you will join us to participate in the wreath laying. If you would like more information about the event and how to volunteer, please contact Elizabeth Flannery, Community Outreach and Grants Chair at [email protected]. Are you curious as to how the West Point Spouse’s Club invests in our West Point community? Last year, the WPSC awarded $16,500 in scholarships to seven high school seniors!To be eligible to receive a WPSC Scholarship, an applicant must be a WPSC member OR high school senior who is a child of a WPSC member who has joined by 1 January, or within 30 days of arrival at West Point, whichever is later. Academic scholarships must be used for payment of tuition and fees associated with an accredited college-level program, continuing education, or training. This is a one-time scholarship opportunity, for both member and high school senior. Be on the lookout in January for the 2018-19 Scholarship Application at: https:// westpointspousesclub.org/scholarships/For any questions regarding the application, required documentation, or selection/notification process, please contact the WPSC Scholarship Chair, Deb Haley, at: [email protected] 20The Link Holiday 2018

Caroling for Cadets Thursday, December 11th 6-7:30 PM Open to members and their immediate families (kids are welcome) We’ll gather in the area between Quarters 100 & 101 at 6 PM to check in, get candles, song sheets and Santa hats. We’ll depart shorty after 6 PM and walk with an escort through the Cadet Area, stopping along the way to sing carols.Be sure to be on the lookout for the Eventbrite invitation in your email at the end of November.A Look Back In Time – Caroling for CadetsIn the board year 1944-1945, due to the many wartime demands upon the time and services of the membersof the WPWC, the annual programs were curtailed to three. One of the kept was caroling with the Glee Club.The following is an exerpt from the minutes of the WPWC meeting held in Cullum Hall on December 12, 1944:“ The Glee Club under the Direction of Mrs. Lindsay with Mrs. Hughes as accompanist established Christmasspirit for us by singing three lovely carols.Our speaker of the afternoon, Mr. Charles Hanson Towne, was then introduced by Mrs. Denson who gave abrief resume of his many varied activities. Mr. Towne delighted us with reminiscences of his early experienceson the stage and many anecdotes concerning his contacts with the great theatre – Sarah Bernhardt, OtisSkinner, Mrs. Fiske and many other. The reading of several of his poems concluded an all too brief discussionand left us wanting more.Our formal program was concluded with their selections played by Mrs. Lindsay at the harp, Mrs. Michaelson the violin and Mrs. Manus at the piano, and with further carols from the Glee Club.Mrs. Fenton then extended Christmas greetings and an invitation to join in a cup of tea at the lovely table forwhich Mrs. Barth has made the arrangements.”Caroling has been a program of the WPWC on and off since 1938. ~ This Article was first published in the Holiday Link 2012/13. Page 21WPSC was called the WPWC (West Point Women's Club) in 1944. The Link Holiday 2018



WPSC AmazonSmile Holiday Shopping Day officially declared! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 28th! Holiday Shopping done with a Smile! By show of hands how many of our members shop on Amazon.com? Yup, that’s what we thought! How cool would it be if the WPSC welfare account received a percentage of those sales? Well, WPSC welfare account CAN receive a percentage of sales from purchases made through AmazonSmile! AmazonSmile is a website operated by Amazon that lets you enjoy the same wide selection of products,low prices, and convenient shopping features as on Amazon.com. The difference is that when you shop on AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com), the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price to the eligible charitable organization of your choice. And guess what? West Point Spouses’ Club can be your organization of choice since we are a registered 501(c)3!What do you say we get shopping? On your first visit to AmazonSmile, you will be prompted to select a charitable organization to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. The website will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make on AmazonSmile will result in a donation. The important thing to remember is that in order for the purchases to count you must go to smile.amazon.com from the web browser on your computer or mobile device. You may also want to add a bookmark to smile.amazon.com to make it even easier to return and start your shopping atAmazonSmile. You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on their product detail pages. Be sure to check out the “About AmazonSmile” page for all the program details! WPSC AmazonSmile Holiday Shopping Day officially declared! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 28th! Let’s see how much money we can raise with all our collective shopping on one day! Everybody needs something! And every little bit counts! Page 23 The Link Holiday 2018

Carrying on the tradition for over 80 years of bringing hoilday cheer to The Corps!Caroling for Cadets Decem ber 11th 6:00-7:30 PM See page 21 for details