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REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T212503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T060539Z UID:4037-1756450800-1756483200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:Roberto LG Lizama Memorial Golf Classic Tournament DESCRIPTION:Annual Guam Society Roberto LG Lizama Memorial Classic Charity Golf Tournament\nLocation:  The Courses at Joint Air Force Base Andrews\n4442 West Perimeter Road\, Joint Base Andrews\, MD 20762\nDon’t wait!  You can register for base access for the Tournament now by going to this link:  https://thecoursesatandrews.com/events/lizama-memorial-tournament-3/\nTournament registration fees\, raffle tickets\, mulligans\, and fiesta tickets are all available – please register soonest at:\nhttps://secure.qgiv.com/for/guamsocietyofamerica/event/2025robertolglizamamemorialclassiccharitygolftournament/.\nGolf Registration Fee includes the fiesta! \nFor those registering by May 31\, 2025\, an early registration gift will be in your ditty bag the morning of check in.\n   Reminder to ensure your membership is current when selecting the membership rate for the tournament.\n*Registration includes green fee\, cart\, beverages\, and Guam Island-style fiesta at the Freedom Park Recreation Grounds\nIf you are interested in being on the Golf Committee\, please contact Chairperson Wayne Lizama at golf@guamsocietyinc.org.\nHistory of the Tournament\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“The Guam Society was established to encourage camaraderie among those who hold Guam and its culture dear to their hearts…. and to demonstrate patriotism for their Island and the USA.”\nEstablished in 1952\, the Guam Territorial Society later became the Guam Society of America\, Inc.  Initially\, it was focused on representing Guam in the annual Washington\, D.C. Cherry Blossom Festival as part of the National Conference of State Societies\, but it became more broadly based as the military brought a core group of Chamorro families together during the early 1960’s.\nIn a similar way that the other societies in the NCSS allowed members from the various states who were in the Washington\, D.C. metro area\, to get together and celebrate their respective states; the Guam Society provided people from Guam in the area who were away from the island they so loved and missed\, the opportunity to celebrate their island home and culture and establish a warm and familiar extension of island life and culture here in the Nation’s Capital.\nLeave it to the likes of servicemen\, civil servants and their families including the Bamba\, Benavente\, Calvo\, Cruz\, Flores\, Griffith\, Lizama\, Lupola\, Perez\, Reyes\, Salas\, Sanchez\, Santos\, Schroeder\,  Sgambelluri\, Shellenberger\, Shimizu\, Siguenza\, Taitano\, Torres\, and Uson families\, and over several decades\, numerous others (including the Salas\, Yanger\, Quichocho\, Pablo\, Dumanal\, Sanchez\, Duenas\, Blas\, Camit\, and Mantanona) who moved to the Washington Metro area and carried on the tradition of those before them\, bringing the Guam Society to its current evolution.\nEntrenched in the Washington\, D.C. metro area\, these families took a small Territorial Society to what the Guam Society has now become – a thriving magnet for all who have a connection to Guam as well as a home-away-from-home to many homesick active-duty personnel.\nROBERTO L.G. LIZAMA\nHis deep love of Chamorro Life and entertaining friends led Roberto (Bob) L.G. Lizama to become a key organizer within the Guam Society. Leading his growing “gangs” of Guamanians/Chamorros\, he helped to organize a calendar of events to bring the community together throughout the year.\nAnnually\, they hosted the Memorial Day Picnic\, Liberation Day picnic\, Labor Day picnic\, Chamorro Night\, Christmas Party\, and many other events.\nAs time went on\, Bob and his wife Bea realized that the Guam Society of America (GSA) could not only provide social events but could also give back to Guam and maybe even raise money for important projects and missions. Perhaps even school scholarships for those in need of financial support!\nAfter some discussion\, it was noted that many Chamorros/Guamanians enjoyed the sport of golf and so the idea of a golf tournament was created. Thanks to the women of the Guam Society\, an amazing Guam themed “fiesta” was added to the venue for golfers and non-golfers!\nIn 1999\, the Society launched the first annual golf tournament! With the help of society members\, 60 excited local participants were privileged to golf at the Andrews Air Force Base golf course.\nThe tournament was a roaring success\, and the word got out.  Chamorros/Guamanians from all over the country wanted to participate in the next one.\nFrom 60 participants in 1999\, the tournament grew to a full field of participants in the subsequent years!\nIn 2000 Roberto “Bob” Lizama passed away. Many in the community were heartbroken\, having lost such a selfless\, proud and engaging fellow Chamorro.\nSo positive was the impact of Bob’s efforts within the Guam Society\, that in his honor\, the tournament was named “The Roberto L.G. Lizama Memorial Golf Classic” in 2001. Without forgetting that this was not only one of the most important fundraisers for the Society\, but a possible fundraiser for the organization\, a scholarship fund was created and in her honor as the “woman behind the man”\, the “Brigida G. Lizama Scholarship Fund” was created. From its inception to today\, the Society has provided over $85\,000 in scholarships as well as being the major event that supports the financial well-being of the GSA.\n\nBRIGIDA G. LIZAMA\nToday the Tournament has become a far-reaching and popular event for those with ties to Guam as well as friends of the island. Thanks to the energy\, the pride and teamwork of today’s Guam Society members\, the Roberto L.G. Lizama Memorial Golf Classic continues to thrive! \nThe tournament is held every Friday before the Labor Day holiday.  It is a fundraising tournament that allows for a day of fun for all golfers from beginners to seasoned regular golfers.  It is a Captains / Best Ball tournament with competition holes and most importantly\, an island fiesta themed meal at the end of the tournament.   The latter is the main draw for returning golfers each year.   URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/roberto-lg-lizama-memorial-golf-classic-tournament/ LOCATION:The Courses at Joint Base Andrews\, 4442 West Perimeter Road\, Joint Base Andrews\, MD\, 20762\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T143000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T211936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T213837Z UID:4035-1754740800-1754749800@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:3rd Quarter\, Executive Board Meeting - Virtual/Zoom Meeting DESCRIPTION:3rd Quarter\, Executive Board Meeting: \nAgenda Items: \nReview Liberation Picnic Close Out Report; \nReview 2025 Golf Committee Update for Tournament on Aug 29th \n3rd Quarter General Membership Meeting – Sat\, Sep 13th at Twin Oaks Farm Clubhouse\, 2798 White Birch Court\, Woodbridge\, VA 22192 \nChamorro Night Update \nUpcoming Fall Events: \nChamorro Night – October 11\, 2025\, 10300 Taylor Road\, Fort Belvoir\, VA \n4th Quarter\, Executive Board Meeting – Nov 1\, 2025\, 12pm-2:30PM – Location:  TBD \n4th Quarter\, General Membership Meeting – Nov 22\, 2025\, Location:  TBD \nSanta Marian Kamalen Novenas and Mass (30 Nov – Dec 8\, 2025) \nChristmas/Holiday Party – Sat\, December 13\, 2025\, 5pm-10pm\, 10300 Taylor Road\, Fort Belvoir\, VA URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/3rd-quarter-executive-board-meeting/ LOCATION:TBD/Online\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Guam Society of America%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@guamsocietyinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T211520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250712T041915Z UID:4031-1752321600-1752339600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:Guam Society Annual Liberation Day Picnic/Fiesta DESCRIPTION:It’s here!  In just a few hours the Guam Society will be celebrating the 81st Liberation of Guam at our Liberation Picnic – the response has been overwhelming as we are looking forward to a great celebration and gathering. \nReminder that the picnic will be held at: \nFort Hunt Park (Area A)\, 8999 Fort Hunt Road \nAlexandria\, VA 22308 \nParking:  We have the parking for both Areas A and B for the picnic.  Please look for the signs and we ask that you DO NOT park on the grass at the park.  Park Rangers will be roaming the area and will give us warnings\, but vehicles will eventually be towed at the owner’s expense.  Please help us to ensure we don’t have any issues regarding parking.  This is a great venue/location\, and we look to come back here in future years to come.  \nThere are still sign-ups available for potluck food items\, set up\, decor\, and clean up volunteers can be made at:   2025 Liberation Picnic Fiesta Sign Up    We would definitely appreciate your help with set up and most especially the clean up – even if its just helping to pick or load items as we wind down the picnic.  \n\nIn addition to potluck food items\, we ask that you bring a donation of a case of water (any size) and/or a 12 or 24 pack of soda (canned).\nIf you are bringing meat items for the BBQ\, please drop off at the site not later than 10:30AM – the Grill/BBQ Crew will be there to receive them.  We ask that these items be defrosted and/or marinated.\nWe will not have any frying or stove cooking options available for this year’s event.\nThe grill will shut down at 2pm.\n\nIf you have family and friends who are visiting from outside the Washington Metro area and/or would prefer to support the event with a monetary donation\, the Society appreciates any contributions to make this another successful event. Donations can be made at: 2025 Guam Society Liberation Picnic Donation \nWe’ll have music (provided by DJ 911 – Frank Topasna)\, dancing\, games for the kids\, and more.  The 2025 Guam Society Scholarship Award recipients will also be announced.    \nWe ask that you reply to the event chairperson on the fiesta sign up link above with confirmation of your attendance and number of people in your group – this is simply to ensure we prepare enough food for the event.  The event is open to all in the Washington DC Metro area and any family and friends who may visiting from out of the area. You do not have to be member to attend the picnic; but we are always happy to welcome new members into the Guam Society – please consider joining our organization on our website at Membership – Guam Society of America\, Inc. \nWe will be making announcements for the upcoming events including the annual Golf Tournament – someone will be on site to provide information about this event and register interested golfers – contact the Golf Committee Chair at golf@guamsocietyinc.org. \n If you would like to help out with the event/be a part of the committee\, please contact Co-Chairperson Vanessa Camacho via email at liberationpicnic@guamsocietyinc.org or by phone at (703) 705-2643.   \nAgain\, there is ample parking at the venue\, please do not park vehicles on the grass at the fiesta location.  Pets are allowed as long as they are leashed and controlled by their owners. \nSenseramente\, \nVanessa Camacho and Darrell Fejarang  \nLiberation Picnic Co-Chairpersons \nliberationpicnic@guamsocietyinc.org URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/guam-society-annual-liberation-day-picnic-fiesta/ LOCATION:Fort Hunt Park\, George Washington Memorial Pkwy\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22308\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Guam Society of America%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@guamsocietyinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T211340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T055521Z UID:4028-1752048000-1752055200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:Guam Congressional Office Wreath Laying Ceremony in Honor of Guam's Liberation During World War II DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Guam Congressional Office here in Washington\, D.C. and with the Honorable James C. Moylan\, the Guam Congressional Delegate\, we are honored to share the following information provided by the Congressional Office for this year’s annual Wreath Laying Ceremony. \nThe Congressional Office returns the Wreath Laying Ceremony to Arlington National Cemetery at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in commemoration of the 81st Anniversary of the Liberation of Guam. \nDetails for the event are as follows: \nDATE:  Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025 \nTIME:  Arrival Time:  8:30AM / Ceremony:  9:15AM \nLOCATION:  Tomb of the Unknown Soldier\, Arlington National Cemetery\, \nArlington\, Virginia \nATTIRE:  Business Casual \nIf you are planning to attend this ceremony\, escorts coordinated by the Guam Congressional Office will be at the entrance\, but you will need to provide the following vehicle information for vehicle access for the event by 9:00 AM\, Thursday\, July 3\, 2025:  Make\, Model\, Year and License Plate.   Please send this information directly to Arvin Salonga at Arvin.Salonga@mail.house.gov. \nIf the information is not provided and not on the access list\, you may not be able to enter/drive to the location – please send this information as soon as possible but by the deadline shown above. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/guam-congressional-office-wreath-laying-ceremony-in-honor-of-guams-liberation-during-world-war-ii/ LOCATION:Arlington National Cemetery\, 1 Wilson Ave\, Arlington National Cemetery\, Arlington\, VA\, 22211\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T210147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T015127Z UID:4026-1746878400-1746885600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2nd Quarter\, General Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2nd-quarter-general-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Residence of Char and Mel Harris\, 226 Marina View Court\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21221\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Guam Society of America%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@guamsocietyinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T205943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T205958Z UID:4024-1745668800-1745676000@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2nd Quarter\, Executive Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2nd-quarter-executive-board-meeting/ LOCATION:TBD/Online\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Guam Society of America%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@guamsocietyinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T205009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T205009Z UID:4016-1743939000-1743944400@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Lantern Lighting Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Come out to support the 2025 Guam Society Cherry Blossom Princess and Junior Princess as they represent the Society and Guam during the annual National Conference of State Societies’ Japanese Lantern Lighting Ceremony in our Nation’s Capital. \nLocation:  Japanese Lantern Park\, Tidal Basin\, Washington\, DC. \n  URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/cherry-blossom-lantern-lighting-ceremony/ LOCATION:Tidal Basin – Japanese Lantern Park\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Guam Society of America%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@guamsocietyinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T204357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T234321Z UID:4014-1743271200-1743285600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2025 Cherry Blossom Coronation Ball DESCRIPTION:The Guam Society Cherry Blossom Coronation Ball for our 2025 Cherry Blossom Princess and Junior Princess will be held on Saturday\, March 29\, 2025\, from 6:00pm-10:00pm at the Country Club of Fairfax\, 5110 Ox Road\, Fairfax\, VA 22030 \n\nThe 2025 Cherry Blossom Coronation Ball promises to be a delightful evening filled with dinner and dancing\, all while supporting the Princesses Melani and Aria. \nNot a current member?  Join online and take advantage of the member ticket price for the event. \nMake sure to secure your tickets by Tuesday\, March 25\, 2025. \n\n \n  \nThe Society would like to congratulate the 2025 Cherry Blossom Princess Melani Nauta Borja and Junior Cherry Blossom Princess Aria Weilbacher on their selection to represent the Guam Society in the coming new year. \n\n  \n\nPlease contact the Society at cherryblossom@guamsocietyinc.org if you have any questions. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2025-cherry-blossom-coronation-ball/ LOCATION:Country Club of Fairfax\, 5110 Ox Road\, Fairfax\, 22030\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Guam Society of America%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@guamsocietyinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250307T020440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T020440Z UID:4131-1741248000-1741280400@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2025 Roberto LG Lizama Golf Committee Meeting (1st Meeting) - Zoom Conference Call DESCRIPTION:The first Committee meeting will be held on Thursday\, March 13\, 2025 via Zoom.   If you are interested in attending or joining the committee\, please send an email to golf@guamsocietyinc.org or contact Wayne Lizama\, Committee Chair at (703) 407-2426 for the Zoom Conference Info. \nThis first meeting will lay out the overall plan and schedule of recurring meetings for this year’s tournament.  Volunteers are needed for all aspects of the tournament and the fiesta.  This is the main annual fundraiser for the Guam Society and proceeds generated the Scholarship program as well as the operational account for the organization. \nWe look forward to you joining us. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2025-roberto-lg-lizama-golf-committee-meeting-1st-meeting-zoom-conference-call/ LOCATION:VA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T203953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T154911Z UID:4009-1739016000-1739023200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:1st Quarter\, General Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:This is the first Guam Society Membership Meeting for 2025.   We encourage all members to attend in person and will have Zoom capability for those who are unable to attend.  (If Zoom connection is weak\, please turn off your video and only use the voice/microphone option on the conference call). \nAgenda: \nIntroduction of 2025-2026 Executive Board \n2024 4th Quarter General Membership Meeting Minutes \n2024 Close Out Treasurer’s Report \n2024 Close Out Reports for 2024 Holiday Party \n2025 Calendar of Events \nUpcoming 2025 Events: \n\n2025 Cherry Blossom Coronation Ball and Cherry Blossom Events\nGolf Committee Meetings for 29 August Golf Tournament\n2025 Congressional Wreath Laying – Arlington National Cemetery\, July 9\, 2025 (Tentative)\n\n2025 Committee Chairperson Vacancies:  Liberation Picnic*\, Chamorro Night\, and Christmas/Holiday Party \n*Need a Co-Chairperson for this event. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/1st-quarter-general-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Twin Oaks Farm Community Clubhouse\, 2798 White Birch Court\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22192\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Guam Society of America%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@guamsocietyinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T143000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T203250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T203250Z UID:4002-1737201600-1737210600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:1st Quarter\, Executive Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:This will be the first meeting of the 2025 Guam Society Calendar Year and will include all of the Executive Board Members – including current Committee Chairpersons\, Guam Society Officers\, and Executive Board Members as designated by the Guam Society President. \nMeeting will be held via Zoom Conference call (information will be mailed to each Executive Board Member. \nAgenda Items include: \n2025 Calendar of Events \nIntroduction of Executive Board Members \nUpcoming Guam Society Events \nReview of Operating Procedures and Transition Information from the 2023-2024 Administration (i.e. minutes from last general membership meeting\, close out Treasurer Report for 2024) and transition tasks pending\, in progress and completed. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/1st-quarter-executive-board-meeting/ LOCATION:Online ORGANIZER;CN="Guam Society of America%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@guamsocietyinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20250113T202215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T202215Z UID:3996-1735898400-1735903800@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:Oath of Office / Swearing In Ceremony for the 2025-2026 Guam Society Officers DESCRIPTION:The 2025-2026 Guam Society Officers will take their Oath of Office and be sworn in by the Honorable James C. Moylan\, Guam Congressional Delegate on Friday\, January 3\, 2025.  This will also be Congressman Moylan’s first day in the 119th U.S. Congress and as we’ve done in previous years\, the Guam Society of America partners with his office for this swearing in ceremony and gather to wish him well as he starts his next term serving our people and our island of Guam. \nGuam Society members\, family and friends are invited to attend. \nDate:  Friday\, January 3\, 2025 \nLocation:  Guam Congressional Office\, Room 228\, Cannon House Office Building \nAddress:  27 Independence Ave SE\, Washington\, DC 20003 \nTime:       10:00AM – 11:30AM \nPlease note that this is a new location for the Guam Congressional Office (they are no longer in the Longfellow House Office Building). \nAttendees are welcomed to bring a potluck dish (breakfast/mirienda) for the event.  Please do respond to this email or to (202) 525-9021 to let us know if you are planning to attend and what type of dish you are planning to bring.  \nAttendees are encouraged to use Metro or carpool as public parking will be limited.  We highly encourage that you plan to arrive early because of the many visitors expected on Capitol Hill for this first day of the 119th U.S. Congress. \nUn Dangkula Na Si Yu’us Ma’ase/Thank You to all Guam Society Members and their families – we look forward to a great Guam Society Year in 2025! URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/oath-of-office-swearing-in-ceremony-for-the-2025-2026-guam-society-officers/ LOCATION:Cannon House Office Building\, 27 Independence Avenue SE\, Washington\, VA\, 20003\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241214T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241214T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20220601T040929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T003630Z UID:1071-1734174000-1734188400@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2024 | Christmas/Holiday Party DESCRIPTION:2024 GUAM SOCIETY HOLIDAY PARTY\nAccess for the Event: This event is on the Fort Belvoir military installation and the Guam Society has made arrangements for access to the installation for those without a military ID or DoD Common Access Card (CAC).\nTo be placed on the access list\, please contact info@guamsocietyinc.org or call (703) 505-3552.\nInformation needed to be place on the list is (Ages 16 and older):  First Name\, Last Name (as it appears on your Driver’s License)\, Date of Birth\, Driver’s License Number and State of Issue. \n(If guest does not have a Driver’s License\, Passport information must be provided – Last Name\, First Name\, Date of Birth\, Passport Number and Country of Issue)\nThe information must be received by Wednesday\, November 27th\, 2024.  Please do not miss this deadline as there are no exceptions for late additions to the access list to the Base Security/Visitors Center on Fort Belvoir once it is submitted.\nPriority for event attendance will be to Guam Society members.\nEvent Information:\nDATE:  Saturday\, December 14\, 2024\nTIME: 11am-3pm\nLOCATION:  Fort Belvoir Community Club\, 10300 Taylor Road\, Bldg 1200\, Fort Belvoir\, VA\nATTIRE:  Holiday / Festive\nRSVP for the Event (Venue capacity is 250 attendees):  This event is free\, but please RSVP/reserve your seats for this event by signing up at: https://guamsocietyofamerica-bloom.kindful.com/e/2024-guam-society-of-america-inc-holiday-party.  Reminder to provide names/ages/gender of member children who will be attending the event.\nThis is a POTLUCK event please contact info@guamsocietyinc.org or (703) 505-3552 for more information.  As a reminder\, member children 12 and under will receive a gift from the Guam Society of America.  (Non-member guests with children 12 and under attending are encouraged to bring a wrapped gift for their children.)\nJoin us in celebrating the spirit and the joy of gathering during this holiday season.\n\nSi Yu’os Ma’ase\,\nThe Guam Society of America\, Inc. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/christmas-party/ LOCATION:Fort Belvoir Community Center\, 10300 Taylor Road\, Fort Belvoir\, Virginia 22060\, 10300 Taylor Road\, Fort Belvoir\, VA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T190004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T190004Z UID:3437-1733558400-1733677200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2024 Santa Marian Kamalen Novena and Mass DESCRIPTION:Novena Information for 8th Day and 9th Day will be provided as soon as available. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2024-santa-marian-kamalen-novena-and-mass/ LOCATION:VA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T185729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T144809Z UID:3435-1732989600-1733515200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2024 Santa Marian Kamalen Novenas DESCRIPTION:The schedule for the novenas and the final mass is provided below.   \n Nightly Novena at Residences are scheduled as follows: \nZoom Link:  https://naswa.zoom.us/j/86933323167  Meeting ID:  869 3332 3167  |  Phone:  (669) 444-9171 \nSaturday\, November 30\, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m.\nResidence of Madeleine Z. Bordallo\n2510 Virginia Ave NW #305\, Washington\, DC 20037\, (571-329-0110)\n (Important: RSVP Closed\, Max Capacity Already Met) \nSunday\, December 1\, 2024 @ 4:00 p.m.\nResidence of Sy & Lola Sanchez\n12172 Derriford Court\, Woodbridge\, VA 22191\, (571-439-4060) \nMonday\, December 2\, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m.                                                                                                            Residence of Larry & Annie Quichocho\, 22011 Spring Valley Drive\, Lexington Park\, MD  20253 (240-298-8027) \nTuesday\, December 3\, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m.\nResidence of Mike & Juvy Blas\n2842 Sweet Gum Court\, Woodbridge\, VA 22192\, (703-629-1194/202-525-9021) \nWednesday\, December 4\, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m.\nResidence of Charlie & Cathy Gulac\n5347 Cristfield Court\, Fairfax\, VA\, (703-323-6694) \nThursday\, December 5\, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m.\nResidence of Frank & Rosanne Mantanona\n3924 Red Bird Lane\, Woodbridge\, VA 22193\, (571-329-0110) \nFriday\, December 6\, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m.\nResidence of Bruce & Linda Goodman\n2003 Brigadier Drive\, Odenton\, MD 21113 (410-269-3675) \nSaturday\, December 7\, 2024 @ 4:00 p.m.\nResidence of Mel & Char Harris and Annie Rosario\n226 Marina View Court Baltimore\, MD 21221\, (443-616-8743) \nFinal Novena – Sunday\, December 8\, 2024 @ 2:00 p.m.\nResidence of Wayne & Debbie Lizama                                                                                                                            10681 Water Falls Lane\, Vienna\, VA 20120                                                                                                                                (Please RSVP to Rosanne (571-329-0110) no later than December 5\, 2024\, if you are planning to attend the final novena.) URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2024-santa-marian-kamalen-novenas/ LOCATION:Various Locations\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T182544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T103215Z UID:3421-1731762000-1731765600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:4th Quarter\, 2024 General Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Information will be provided. \nAnnounce of the 2025-2026 Guam Society administration election results URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/4th-quarter-2024-general-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:TBD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T185310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T050753Z UID:3430-1729357200-1729375200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2024 Chamorro Night DESCRIPTION:v \n  \nThe annual Guam Society of America\, Inc. Chamorro Night Event will be held on Saturday\, October 19\, 2024\, at the Fort Belvoir Community Center\, 10300 Taylor Road (Bldg 1200)\, Fort Belvoir\, Virginia\, 5pm-10pm.\nAs of October 3\, 2024\, less than 100 tickets are available through October 18\, 2024 –  or until ticket sales reach the capacity for the event (250 attendees).   Subsequent updates will be sent via email to provide status of remaining tickets – you can also reach out to the event Committee at (202) 525-9021 or via email at chamorronight@guamsocietyinc.org.  \nTo purchase your tickets click here:  Guam Society of America\, Inc. | Kindful\nThis is a great opportunity to join or renew your Society membership\, and encourage friends and family to join the oldest Guam Club in the United States.  Come out and join the Society for a fun-filled night of entertainment\, Guam cuisine\, and fun!  \nThe 2025 Guam Society Cherry Blossom Princess and Junior Princess will be announced at the event.   There will performances by Håle’ Para Agupa’ (HPA)\, 2024 Cherry Blossom Princess Bella Mansapit\, and more!\nChamorro cuisine/dish donations are welcomed; for desserts – please ensure they are Chamorro desserts.  Please contact the Committee to see what items may be needed if you plan to bring a dish.   \n Vendors are welcomed and can contact (202) 525-9021 or chamorronight@guamsocietyinc.org for more information.   \nInterested in being on the Committee or just want to help out? Contact Guam Society Vice President Ed Yanger at vicepresident@guamsocietyinc.org\nAccess for the Event: Unfortunately\, the deadline for being placed on the base access list has passed (Tuesday\, October 1\, 2024).   \nFor those who missed this suspense date\, they will need to get an access pass in person with a Trusted Traveler sponsor (must be with you at the Visitor Center or the gate).  If the Visitor Center is closed\, the Security Guards at the gate will process visitors – use the commercial/visitor lane at the gate.   Access to Fort Belvoir is through the Tulley and Lieber Gates only.  Please visit the Fort Belvoir website for current/additional information on base access.  \nSponsors must have an Active-Duty Military\, Retired U.S. Military\, or Dependent Military (18 years of age or older) ID Card or a DoD Civilian CAC Card.    URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2024-chamorro-night/ LOCATION:Fort Belvoir Community Center\, 10300 Taylor Road\, Fort Belvoir\, Virginia 22060\, 10300 Taylor Road\, Fort Belvoir\, VA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T183511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T142018Z UID:3428-1725001200-1725033600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:*CANCELLED* Guam Society of America | Roberto LG Lizama Memorial Golf Classic DESCRIPTION:Due to logistical issues\, this year’s golf tournament has been cancelled. Please reach out to info@guamsocietyinc.org if you have any questions. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2024-guam-society-golf-classic/ LOCATION:East Potomac Golf Links\, 972 Ohio Dr SW\, Washington\, DC\, 20024\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T182242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T182242Z UID:3418-1723899600-1723903200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:3rd Quarter\, 2024 General Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Information to be provided. \nNominations for Guam Society Officers will be taken for the 2025-2026 Guam Society Administration. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/3rd-quarter-2024-general-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:TBD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T183250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T004911Z UID:3425-1720872000-1720893600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2024 Guam Society Liberation Picnic - 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Guam DESCRIPTION:Date: July 13\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM\nLocation: Castle Park\, 10300 Knight Road\, Ft. Belvoir\, VA \nPOTLUCK STYLE EVENT \nEntertainment includes a DJ\, dancing\, Chamorro dancers\, raffle prizes\, a “village tent” decorating contest\, kids’ games\, and more. \nInterested in being a vendor at the event? Submit your application by June 30\, 2024. \nFor more event information\, visit our 2024 Liberation Event page. If you’d love to support through volunteering or have any questions\, contact event chair Stacie at stacie.taitague@guamsocietyinc.org. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/guam-society-80th-liberation-picnic/ LOCATION:Castle Park\, Fort Belvoir\, VA\, 10300 Knight Road\, Fort Belvoir\, VA\, 22060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T182917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T055437Z UID:3423-1720598400-1720603800@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2024 Guam Congressional Office Wreath Laying Ceremony DESCRIPTION:The Guam Society of America\, Inc. and the Guam Congressional Office invite you to attend the Guam Liberation Day Wreath Laying Ceremony on Wednesday\, July 10\, 2024 at the World War II Memorial\, 1750 Independence Avenue SW\, Washington\, DC 20024.   \nThis year’s wreath laying ceremony commemorates the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Guam and is hosted by Guam Congressional Delegate\, Congressman James C. Moylan and sponsored by the Guam Society of America\, Inc..    \nThe ceremony will begin at 8:00 a.m. and is open to the public.   The Keynote Speaker will be the Commandant of the United States Marine Corps\, General Eric M. Smith.    \nThe ceremony will be attended by members of Congress\, and various dignitaries and VIPs from Washington\, D.C. and Guam with performance by the Kutturan Chamoru Foundation. \nPlease arrive early as parking is limited around the World War II Memorial.  The ceremony will be held in front of the Guam Pillar at the Memorial. \nPlease contact (202) 525-9021 or email communications@guamsocietyinc.org for additional information or to answer any questions you may have about the event.    URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2024-guam-congressional-office-wreath-laying-ceremony/ LOCATION:World War II Memorial\, 1750 Independence Ave SW\, Washington\, DC\, 20024\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T182040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T182359Z UID:3416-1716037200-1716040800@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2nd Quarter\, 2024 General Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Information to be provided. \nThis meeting will announce call for nominations for officers for the Guam Society 2025-2026 Administration. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2nd-quarter-2024-general-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:TBD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240121T222817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T232557Z UID:3395-1712426400-1712440800@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2024 | Cherry Blossom Princess Coronation Ball DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets at:\nhttps://givebutter.com/c/4NKTTk URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2024-cherry-blossom-princess-coronation-ball/ LOCATION:Country Club of Fairfax\, 5110 Ox Road\, Fairfax\, 22030\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20240210T181845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T181845Z UID:3413-1707570000-1707573600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:1st Quarter\, 2024 General Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:This first General Membership meeting of the year is being hosted in person and online via Zoom. Who: Active Guam Society Members What: 1st Quarter General Membership Meeting Where: Smith Residence 7911 Station Dr Upper Marlboro\, Maryland\, 20772 and via Zoom (online or teleconference) When: Saturday\, February 10\, 2024 from 1:00PM – 2:00PM An follow-up message will be sent with audio teleconference information for those who would like to join by cell phone/mobile device. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 928 2447 7489 Invite Link: https://zoom.us/j/92824477489?pwd=RG9pdlQ1L25PR2p2enlMM1dPUEw4QT09   Our Contact Information Guam Society of America\, Inc. 1100 New Jersey Ave SE #2187 Washington\, DC 20003 8036731566 URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/1st-quarter-2024-general-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Residence of Danny and Teri Smith\, 7911 Station Drive\, Upper Marlboro\, MD. 20772\, 7911 Station Drive\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231209 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20220601T040338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T215612Z UID:1069-1701302400-1702079999@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2023 | Santa Marian Kamalen Novenas and Mass DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 30\, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m. – Residence of Madeleine Z. Bordallo\, 2510 Virginia Ave NW #305\, Washington\, DC 20037 (571-329-0110) \nFriday\, December 1\, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. – Residence of Sy & Lola Sanchez\, 12172 Derriford Court\, Woodbridge\, VA 22191 (571-439-4060) \nSaturday\, December 2\, 2023 @ 2:00 p.m. – Residence of Bruce & Linda Goodman\, 2003 Brigadier Blvd.\, Odenton\, MD 21113 (410-269-3675) \nSunday\, December 3\, 2023 @ 3:00 p.m. – Residence of Char & Mel Harris and Ms. Annie Rosario\, 226 Marina View Court\, Baltimore\, MD 21221 (443-616-8743) \nMonday\, December 4\, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. – Residence of Frank & Rosanne Mantanona\, 3924 Red Bird Lane\, Woodbridge\, VA 22193 (571-329-0110) \nTuesday\, December 5\, 2023 @ 6 p.m. – Residence of Joe & Jane Espinosa\, 28 Liberty Knolls Drive\, Stafford\, VA 22554 (home 540-720-3396\, cell 540-318-9113) \nWednesday\, December 6\, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. – Residence of Ed & Doris Yanger\, 4902 Chipper Lane\, Fairfax\, VA 22302 (571-251-1487) \nThursday\, December 7\, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. – Residence of Mike & Juvy Blas\, 2842 Sweet Gum Court\, Woodbridge\, VA 22192 (202-525-9021) \nSanta Marian Kamalen Feast Day Novena & Mass – Friday\, December 8\, 2023\nLocation:  Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception\, 400 Michigan Avenue NW\, Washington\, D.C. 20017 \n11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. –  Final Novena at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel @ The Basilica \n11:45 a.m. – Proceed upstairs to Upper Church for the Mass \n12:10 p.m. – Mass for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Concepcion \n2:00 p.m. – Luncheon @ Sala Thai Restaurant\, 2300 Washington Place NE\, Washington\, D.C. 20018. Kindly RSVP by December 6th to Rosanne Mantanona at santamariankamalen@guamsocietyinc.org or at 571-329-0110. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/santa-marian-kamalen-nobenas/ LOCATION:VA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231118T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231118T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20220601T035032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T202902Z UID:1060-1700312400-1700319600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2023 | 4th Quarter General Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Location:  Fort Belvoir Community Center 10300 Taylor Rd\, Fort Belvoir\, VA\, United States\n\n\nZoom Link will be sent via email. \nMinutes and Agenda TBP. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/4th-quarter-2023-general-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:VA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20230901T212650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T212650Z UID:3053-1699516800-1699549200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:November Communications Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Communications Committee meets via Zoom on the 2nd Thursday of every month. \nIf you’re interested in joining the Communications Committee\, please email communications@guamsocietyinc.org or webmaster@guamsocietyinc.org for more information. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2023-11-09-communications-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231104T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231104T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20230310T052826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T052826Z UID:2048-1699117200-1699135200@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:2023 | Guam Society of America Chamorro Night DESCRIPTION: URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2023-guam-society-of-america-chamorro-night/ LOCATION:VA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20230901T212332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T212659Z UID:3050-1697133600-1697140800@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:October Communications Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Communications Committee meets via Zoom on the 2nd Thursday of every month. \nIf you’re interested in joining the Communications Committee\, please email communications@guamsocietyinc.org or webmaster@guamsocietyinc.org for more information. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2023-10-12-communications-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T125451 CREATED:20230819T210857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T212344Z UID:2898-1694714400-1694721600@guamsocietyinc.org SUMMARY:September Communications Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Communications Committee meets via Zoom on the 2nd Thursday of every month. \nIf you’re interested in joining the Communications Committee\, please email communications@guamsocietyinc.org or webmaster@guamsocietyinc.org for more information. URL:https://guamsocietyinc.org/event/2023-09-14-communications-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR