Tuesday, March 16, 2010

7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Cooking demonstration / Tarpon Springs High School. Culinary Specialists aboard Navy submarines are considered the best of the best of the cooks in the U.S. military. Today, our Navy Week chef from the USS FLORIDA will be cooking for the students in the culinary program at Tarpon Springs High School. Bon Appétit!

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Meet the divers / Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Navy divers have one of the most amazing jobs in the United States military. From salvage operations to underwater ship repairs, these Sailors see it all. And this is your chance to see them in their natural environment; under the water. Stop by the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and check them out and learn how they're keep the water safe for the creatures that call the ocean home.

11:45 a.m. - 1:30p.m.: Tampa Rotary Club / St. Pete Times Forum. Our Navy Week admiral will be featured as the guest speaker at today's meeting of the Tampa Rotary Club. He will be joined by the crew of USS FLORIDA.

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Caps for Kids / St. Joseph's Hospital
Young patients at St. Joseph's Hospital will be getting a surprise visit today from Sailors in the US Navy. But that's not all they'll get. Each patient will also get an official US Navy ship ball cap and hear a performance by our rock band, "Pride."

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Meet MC1 Nelson / Intl. Academy of Design & Technology. Photography students at the International Academy of Design & Technology will have a chance to meet and talk with a professional photographer with an uncommon perspective on the field of photo journalism. MC1 Monica Nelson is a combat veteran who just completed a tour of duty in Afghanistan. Her pictures have been picked up by media worldwide. Following an invitation only dinner with students, MC1 Nelson will be conducting a open lecture at the International Academy of Design & Technology from 6-8PM.

Evening: Navy League Reception / Sea Service Awards. The crew of USS FLORIDA will be the guests of honor as the Florida Navy League presents their annual Sea Service Awards. Following dinner and the awards presentation, navy band Pride will perform at concert. This event is an invitation only event.