Recreational boaters on the nation's waterways can do their part in the fight against terrorism by being on the lookout for and reporting suspicious behavior on and around the water. Details of a new governemt sponsored program, likened to a neighborhood watch, are forthcoming and will be distributed in the community and posted here when finalized. For details on the original news report, see this story at CNN.com.

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Fleet Week will be 21-28 May. A list of participating Naval vessels can be found here. Two locations, Pier 88 in Manhattan and the Homeport on Staten Island are still in need of members to help out with the Auxiliary displays at both locations. Previously published hours have changed; Exhibit hours on all days are from 0800 to 1700, split into two shifts: 0800 - 1230 and 1230 - 1700.

Pier 88 Manhattan:
The booth will be set up on Tuesday afternoon, May 20.
No personnel on Wednesday, May 21. Pier will be locked down.
Thursday, May 22 - 0800 - 1700
Friday, May 23 - 0800 - 1700
Saturday, May 24 - 0800 - 1700 (Booth must be removed at close of show on Saturday).
Sunday, May 25 - NO SHOW. Ships arriving. Booth to be set back up late Sunday afternoon.
Monday, May 26 - 0800 - 1700
Tuesday, May 27 - 0800 - 1700

Staten Island Home Port:
Set up Wednesday, May 21.
Thursday, May 22 through Tuesday, May 27 - Everyday 0800-1700.

All members interested in working are urged to contact Art Kramer, RCO Sec NY-North with availability and shift request (0800 to 1230 or 1230 to 1700).

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Construction continues to deliver an updated, modernized site. This should allow for commenting, rating of stories, and a live, editable calendar for members. We will be up and running very shortly- thanks again for your patience!

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