1. 06 July 2012
Task Force Knighthawk
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Government Organization
29 June-15 July 1 Block Leave
July 7 – 8 – Wolf Lake Hike and
Camping Trip
July 9—FRG Leader Training
July 9 -Informal Funds Training
July 10-Welcome Tour
July 10-15—Jefferson County Fair
July 16-20 - AFTB Summer Mara-
thon
July 12—Key Caller Training
July 12— Fort Drum ACAP Career
Fair
July 17—Welcome Tour
July 17— 10th CAB Change of Com-
mand
July17-21—Lewis County Fair
July 23— American Red Cross Blood
Drive
July 24—Welcome Tour
July 26—Family Wellness Support
Group Book club
July 26—Remembrance Ceremony
July 27—ACS 47th Birthday
July 27—Division Retirement Cere-
mony
July 28—DPAO/Toyota Concert
Series: Bill Cosby
July—28-29– Farmer’s Market
July 30— Advanced Key Caller Class
July 31- Welcome Tour

2. Busting the Myths About Scholarships
Don't let "scholarship mythology" stop you from applying for education money. Learn the truth about using
scholarships to help cover your education costs.
While looking for money for school many servicemembers, veterans, and their families tend to overlook more
than $300 million of military -- and veteran -- related scholarships and grants. These scholarships often go un-
claimed due to the following three myths:
Military education benefits eliminate the need for scholarships and grants.
False - The truth is that Tuition Assistance is limited to about $750 a class and usually only covers tuition and a limited amount of
fees. This means that you have to pay for books, fees, and other items. There are hundreds of scholarships and grants spe-
cifically designed to supplement these education related costs, so you don't have to.
Scholarships are too difficult to win and applying requires too much work.
It is true that some scholarships require a written essay. But, it is important to remember that scholarship and grant applications
vary widely, and some require nothing more than a short application. Besides you should think of it this way: It may be the
only essay you ever get paid to write.
Scholarships are too difficult to find.
False - Many scholarships go unclaimed because students don't know where to look. Fortunately, there is a great online re-
source to help servicemembers find the scholarship and learn how, where, and when to apply. Visit the Military.com's Schol-
arship Finder today and get started on your way to finding free money for school.
Here are some quick tips to help your search:
 Do your homework. Take advantage of the free online scholarship search at Military.com's Scholarship Finder. The Scholarship
Finder lists over 1,000 scholarships from a variety of sources.
 Don't limit yourself. You qualify for non-military related scholarships too. Visit your local library to find scholarship directories that
list awards based on age, state of residence, cultural background, and field of study.
 Search in your military community. Many service aid organizations and associations, like the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society,
offer scholarships, grants, and low interest loans to help cover education expenses. Click here to find out more about your Service Aid
Organization's education assistance programs.
 It's never too soon to start your scholarship search. Many scholarship application deadlines are as early as a year in advance.
Remember: Not applying for scholarships is like turning down free money. Get started on your search for scholarships today - visit the
Military.com Scholarship Finder.
Remember: Not applying for scholarships is like turning down free money. Get started on your search for scholarships today - visit the
Military.com Scholarship Finder.

3. CCME Scholarship Information
Each year the Council of College and Military Educators offers $1000 scholarships for Servicemem-
bers, Military Spouses, and Veterans who are working towards the completion of higher education de-
grees.
CCME Scholarship Applications must be submitted online at cmeonline.org/scholarship. This year’s
application will be available July 16 through the scholarship application deadline, October 1, 2012.
The eligibility requirements for the CCME scholarships are as follows:
CCME Joe King Scholarship (5 awards)
Applicants must:
 be a uniformed service member (active, reserves, guard)
be currently enrolled in an educational program at a regional or national accredited institution and is a member institution of
CCME
 first time associate, bachelor, or graduate degree seeker
 have a minimum of 12 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 2.5 GPA (undergraduate) from the CCME member insti-
tution; minimum 6 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 3.0 GPA (graduate) from the CCME member institution
 submit an unofficial college or university transcript from all colleges
submit two (2) letters of recommendation to be completed by persons unrelated to applicant, who will attest to their motiva-
tion, character, integrity and educational pursuit. One recommendation must be from a faculty member or academic advisor.
CCME Spouse Scholarship (5 awards)
Applicants must:
 be the spouse of a uniformed service member (active, reserves, guard, veteran)
be currently enrolled in an educational program at a regional or national accredited institution and is a member institution of
CCME
 first time associate, bachelor, or graduate degree seeker
 have a minimum of 12 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 2.5 GPA (undergraduate) from the CCME member insti-
tution; minimum 6 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 3.0 GPA (graduate) from the CCME member institution
 submit an unofficial college or university transcript from all colleges
submit two (2) letters of recommendation to be completed by persons unrelated to applicant, who will attest to their motiva-
tion, character, integrity and educational pursuit. One recommendation must be from a faculty member or academic advisor.
CCME Veteran Scholarship (5 awards)
Applicants must:
 be a prior uniformed service member (active, reserves, guard)
be currently enrolled in an educational program at a regional or national accredited institution and is a member institution of
CCME
 first time associate, bachelor, or graduate degree seeker
 have a minimum of 12 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 2.5 GPA (undergraduate) from the CCME member insti-
tution; minimum 6 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 3.0 GPA (graduate) from the CCME member institution
 submit an unofficial college or university transcript from all colleges
submit two (2) letters of recommendation to be completed by persons unrelated to applicant, who will attest to their motiva-
tion, character, integrity and educational pursuit. One recommendation must be from a faculty member or academic advisor.
Essays will be judged on written content and writing skills, and should be at least 400-750 words in length. Applications that
are incomplete or are from individuals that do not qualify will not be considered. Finalists will be required to provide docu-
mentation of service.
About CCME: The Council of College and Military Educators, a not-for-profit organization, was founded 39 years ago to
promote, encourage, and deliver quality education to service members and their families in all branches of the armed ser-
vices. Its membership is principally composed of military educators, civilian educators, post-secondary educational institu-
tions, and suppliers of quality education products and services. The CCME symposium is the largest annual forum in the
country with an expected attendance of about 1000 participants. The annual symposium facilitates the networking and inter-
action of the key leadership across these organizations in an environment that is focused on enhancing and optimizing volun-
tary education opportunities for the service member and their families. For more information, visit: http://www.ccmeonline.org.

4. DFAS Warns of Scam E-mails
Fraudulent emails are being sent to military members, military retirees, and
civilian employees, which appear to be sent by Defense Finance and Ac-
counting Services (DFAS). Although the email appears to come from DFAS
and displays a .mil email address it is actually from a non-government email
account. The e-mails indicate that individuals who are receiving disability
compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may be able to
obtain additional funds from the IRS. If you do receive a notice from the IRS,
respond immediately. If you believe someone may have used your social security number (SSN) fraudulently, notify IRS immediately
by responding to the name and number printed on the IRS notice or letter. You will need to fill out the IRS Identity Theft Affidavit,
Form 14039 found at: http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f14039.pdf
New Financial Guidance May Help Troops as They Move
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) officials claimed that new guidance to mortgage servicers may help tens of thousands
of military homeowners moving to new duty stations. The bureau, along with mortgage service industry regulators, is issuing joint
supervisory guidance to address mortgage service practices that pose risks to military homeowners. CFPB wants to be assured that
mortgage servicers comply with the laws that prohibit unfair or abusive practices" when Service members have orders to move.
These changes will make it easier for members of the armed forces with mortgages owned or guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie
Mac to honor their financial commitments when they are issued a permanent change of station order. To read this entire article,
please go to: http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=116846
2012 Education Fair
August 14, 1400-1800
The Commons
Stay tune...More information coming soon!

7. 1.
1.
The Pine Plains Bowling Center is CLOSED
for the month of July and will re-open on
August 1 featuring free bowling for kids 12
and under with a paying Adult.

10. BIGGEST LOCAL MYTH:
“THERE’S NOTHING TO DO HERE!!”
Wrong!!
Things to do in the North Country
Fishing
 1000 Islands Bass Open, Gananoque, Ontario, July 7-8, www.canadasproangler.com/
BIGBASS.html
 Basic Fishing Class, Minna Anthony Common Nature Center, Wellesley Island State Park, 16
June, 11 August, 1 September – 11 am to 1pm, email: kimbrie.cullen@parks.ny.gov
Music & Entertainment
DPAO Summer Concert Series – Watertown Fairgrounds, www.dpao.org
 Bill Cosby, July 28
 Journey, August 14
 Marshall Tucker Band – August 17,
Clayton Opera House – www.claytonoperahouse.org
•Rockin the Bay 23-26 Aug
Blues in the Bay 30 Aug – 3 Sept, www.visitalexbay.org
Wine
Finger Lakes Wine Tours
Thousand Islands Winery, Alexandria Bay, www.thousandislandswinery.com
 Winery Birthday Bash! (bbq, music & wine), July 14
 Coyote Moon Winery, Clayton, www.coyotemoonvineyards.com
 3rd Annual Howl at the Moon, Saturday, July 28
 Bluegrass in the Vineyards, 25-26 August
 2nd Annual Shore Dinner (benefits the TI Museum), July 20, 5pm – 8pm, dinner, hayrides, live
music & wine!

11. Fairs, Festivals, and FUN!
Jefferson County: 10 July – 15 July, Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds, Watertown
Lewis County: 17 July – 21 July, Lowville Fairgrounds, FREE ADMISSION,
parade & fireworks opening night, www.lewiscountyfair.org
St. Lawrence County: usually the first week of August, Gouverneur,
www.gouverneurfair.net
Alexandria Bay Craft Fair – Scenic View Park Pavilion, 21-22 July, 10 am –
5pm, www.visitalexbay.org
Can-Am Festival – Sackets Harbor – music, food, crafts and fireworks! 21-22 July
4th Annual TI Stamp, Coin, Postcard, Jewelry, Gem & Collectables Show – Clayton Rec Arena, 28 – 29 July
Stone Mills Craft Fair – LaFargeville, 3 – 5 August
30th Annual Craft Show & Sale – Clayton Rec. Arena, 25 - 26 August
NYS Fair – 23 August – September 3, www.nysfair.org
Made in NY Festival – Sackets Harbor/Madison Barrack 7 July - 75 NY State Product Vendors
44th Annual French Festival – Cape Vincent - 14 & 15 July - food, crafts, parade, fireworks!
Woodsmen Field Days – Boonville, 17 – 19 August, www.starinfo.com/woodsmen
Pirate Invasion – Alexandria Bay, 10 – 19 August,
www.visitalexbay.org
New York State Hog Rally – Alexandria Bay , 12 – 14
July, www.nyshogrally.com
–14 & 15 July - food, crafts, parade, fireworks!
48th Annual Boat Show & Auction – Clayton,3 – 5
August, Antique Boat Museum, www.abm.org

13. Homecoming & War of 1812 Bicentennial
Pultney, NY
www.w-phs.org

14. 2012 Events Schedule
www.sacketsharborny.com
Date Time Event Location - Sponsor - Contact Information
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State His- Sackets Harbor
June - 01 8:00 AM
toric Site Contact Constance Barone 315-646-3634
2012 WATERFRONT CONCERT Battlefield State Historic Site
June - 24 3:00 PM
SCHEDULE Contact Gail Gorgen 315-646-2321
Sackets Harbor New York
July - 01 10:00 AM VISIT SACKETS HARBOR
Contact Gail Gorgen 315-646-2321
Sackets Harbor Battlefield
July - 04 9:00 PM SACKETS HARBOR FIREWORKS
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
Madison Barracks
July - 07 12:00 PM MADE IN NEW YORK FESTIVAL
Contact Mike Campbell 315-646-3374
Battlefield State Historic Site
July - 08 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
1812 LACROSSE SHOOT-OUT Madison Barricks
July - 14 8:00 AM
(BOYS) Contact Mike Campbell 315-646-3374
Battlefield State Historic Site
July - 15 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
Sackets Harbor
July - 20 8:00 AM Sackets Harbor Plein Air art Event
Contact Bill Christopherson 315-785-6850
Madison Barricks
July - 21 8:00 AM 1812 LACROSSE SHOOT OUT
Contact Mike Campbell 315-646-3374
Sackets Harbor
July - 21 9:00 AM CAN-AM FESTIVAL
Contact Sherry Derouin 646-3850
Battlefield State Historic Site
July - 22 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
July - 27 5:00 PM FISH FRIES American Legion
Market Square Park (Gazebo)
July - 28 8:00 AM GARDEN TOUR
Contact Linda 315-639-6123
Sackets Harbor Visitor Center
July - 28 9:00 AM 10th ANNUAL SPOKER RIDE
Contact Steve Wood 315-778-9226
Battlefield State Historic Site
July - 29 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
Market Square Park
August - 05 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
Battlefield State Historic Site
August - 12 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
Sackets Harbor
August - 18 9:00 AM MEMORY WALK
Contact Alzheimers Association 315-782-8755
Battlefield State Historic Site
August - 19 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
Battlefield State Historic Site
August - 26 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
Battlefield State Historic Site
September - 02 3:00 PM WATERFRONT CONCERT
Contact Gail 315-646-2321
Madison Barracks
September - 28 1:00 AM 1812 HISTORY SYMPOSIUM
Contact Mike Campbell 315-646-3374

15. Saturdays & Sundays ~July 7– August 19 ~
The Sterling Renaissance Festival is one of the oldest and most suc-
cessful producers of professional interactive entertainment in the world.
Thrill to the excitement of over 100 stage and street performers, profes-
sional actors, comedians and musicians who whimsically recreate an
authentic English Renaissance village for you to experience. Join the
merriment at the Pub Sing, Wench Auction and Trial & Dunke. Witness
dozens of artisans demonstrating their fine craftsmanship and selling
their unique wares. Enjoy digging into our savour delicacies - from steak
-on-a-stake, pita pockets, succulent turkey legs, portabella mushroom
sandwiches, mile high cakes and more!

17. Money raised will go to Fort Drum USO. Last year
alone close to $19,000 was donated.

18. The 2012 Concerts on the Waterfront
presented by the Sackets Harbor Historical Society every Summer
Sunday from 3-5 pm at the Battlefield State Historic Site
July 8th - Tenor
Madness Tenor guitar, clarinet, upright bass and vocals present classic
American swing. One of the best chamber-jazz groups you’ll ever hear.
July 15th - Vishten
hails from the Magdelen and Prince Edward Islands. Traditional Acadian
and Celtic roots music with fiery fiddles, foot percussion, piano and bodhran.
July 22nd - Can
Am Weekend - Atlas rocks the battlefield for an afternoon of big city party time. Dance in an
outdoor setting to swing, pop and classic rock.
July 29th - Babik
blends big band with an exotic flare of gypsy folk songs. Homemade percussion including a
duck call adds to the fun.
August 5th - The Opera Reel String Band with authentic 1812 era music and dance.
A community celebration at the Bandstand! Part of 9th annual War of 1812 weekend
August 12th _ Prime
Time Funk with Ronnie Leigh from Syracuse’s jazz vocal scene. This 10 piece band rounds
up the area’s best jazz, blues and funk musicians
10th Mountain Division Band: Our own warrior musicians present pops, vocals, patriotic mu-
August 19th - The
sic and jazz standards.
August 26th -
Quickstep with John Kirk and Trish Miller and talented friends, bring us authentic Appalachian
and Adirondack fiddle music – clogging too! More 1812 era tunes!
Sept 2nd - Our
Labor Day extravaganza with The Mario De Santis orchestra. They round up all the good tunes
from the past 60 years.
Sponsoring the series this year is Watertown Savings Bank. Additional funding is received from the New York State Council on the Arts Decen-
tralization Program, administered in Jefferson, Lewis and St Lawrence Counties by the St. Lawrence Arts Council; the Village of Sackets Harbor;
and the Town of Hounsfield's Committee for the Advancement of Tourism. Contributions from area businesses and organizations, and a weekly
"Passing of the Hat" at the concerts also provide financial support.
Contents of this newsletter are compiled from multiple Military Family news sources. Material presented does not
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