The White Falcon - 25.10.2002, Side 11

Air Force entertainers come to NAS Keflavik
By Master Sgt. Larry Schneck
Tops In Blue, the entertainment showcase
of the United States Air Force, will perform
two shows at Naval Air Station Keflavik this
Sunday and Monday, Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 at
7:00 pm in Andrews Theater. The doors open
at 6:15 pm and seating is limited.
“The 2002 edition of Tops In Blue, Spirit
Of America, is a spectacular medley of songs
guaranteed to captivate the entire audience,”
said Master Sgt. Armando De Hoyos,
Keflavik show coordinator. “For almost fifty
years, Tops In Blue has been energizing audi-
ences around the world. This year’s show at
Keflavik is no exception.”
Tops In Blue 2002 will take center stage
and perform two free, 90-minute shows, tak-
ing you on a musical journey across the
country on a train called the Spirit Of
America. At each stop along the way, Tops
In Blue will celebrate the diverse American
music that captures our heritage and repre-
sents the pride of our nation.
According to Mr. Tom Edwards, the
show’s producer and director of Air Force
Entertainment, this year’s show reminds us
how music enhances our lives and invigor-
ates our spirit. The cultural variety of
America has produced a wide assortment of
musical styles that reflects the tremendous
diversity of our nation. Edwards comment-
ed, “Our love of these various styles breaks
down cultural barriers and unites us as
Americans.”
From New York down to Miami and
Detroit to Texas, this year’s show includes
big-band swing, hot Latin sounds, and down
home country music. On this musical jour-
ney, Tops In Blue will be stopping by to catch
the soulful Blues of Memphis, the pop of
L.A., and the Hip-hop of Philly. The night’s
entertainment builds to the stirring medley
that embraces the spirit of America.
Known as the Air Forces’ Expeditionary
entertainers, this year’s team of 30 active
duty military members will travel to 20
countries, including Iceland, and perform
over 130 shows.
“They are indeed a
reflection of the best
of the best,” added De
Hoyos. “Continuing
the tradition of world-
wide ambassadors,
this group of talented
young Air Force men
and women displays
the pride, patriotism,
and dedication felt by
all Air Force person-
nel around the world.”
De Hoyos expects
parking to be limited
for the two perform-
ances.
“We’re asking peo-
ple to car pool or walk
to the show, if possi-
ble.” De Hoyos said,
“Navy Security will
prohibit parking along
the roads around the
Base Theater.
Everyone must park
his or her vehicle in a
parking lot and not on
the street.”
“We’re proud to announce the continued
sponsorship of AT&T and First Command
during the 2002 world tour,” said Edwards.
“It’s through their generous support of the
program that enables our Air Force family
the opportunity to enjoy a free, premier
entertainment showcase, such as Tops In
Blue.”
The sponsors have donated AAFES Gift
Certificates to be given away at each per-
formance. Locally, the Chiefs Group, 85th
Group Enlisted Advisory Council, Keflavik
Officers Spouses Club, MWR, and
Exchange New Car Sales gave their generous
support to help welcome to Iceland the
Airmen performing in the Tops In Blue
troupe.
Fire Department receives “new” truck
NAS Keflavik Commanding Officer Capt. Dean Kiyohara (left)
and NAS Keflavik FES Fire Chief Haraldur Stefansson drive a
1968 Dodge Fire Truck out of the NATO facility at Hvalfjordur.
The truck was given to NAS Keflavik Fire Department on Oct.
22. (Photo byJ02 Stephen Sheedy)
PIP you KNOW?
Kiwanis club Bru is a part of Kiwanis International;
a worldwide service organization clubs like Bru in most free countries.
The name Bru means bridge, helping to build a better
understanding between the various nationalities on the NATO base.
The number one objective of Kiwanis Int. & club Bru is to
help the children of the world, Children are #1 priority.
Bru meets at the Three flags club at 1200 on Thursdays
for working lunch. We have very informative speakers; we have fun
& plan ways to raise funds for our various projects such as;
•Scholarships each year for deserving seniors to help in college.
•We keep a foster child somewhere in the world every year;
we presently have one child in the Dominican Republic.
•We help scouting.
•Send funds to help in disasters.
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This is just a6 few of our projects.
We average giving away around $7000.00 a year,
the club members work together to make the money
then also enjoy giving it away as needed.
This is an invitation to all bast residents,
civilian & military to come out, look us over,
meet new people from various nationalities &
you may want to become a member & join
the fun in club BRU.
Please call the president AJ Clements at 860 0344
or the vice president Tomas Olafsson at 425 2238
to get more information about Kiwanis club BRU.
Warmest regards to all,
President Kiwanis Club BRU
A.J. Clements
October 25, 2002
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