249th Marine Corps Birthday ball

Friday, 15 November 2024

MCTSSA, Camp Pendleton, CA

Join us for the 249th Birthday Ball Celebration!

We will host the 249th Marine Corps Birthday Ball Celebration on November 15, 2024, at the MCTSSA Campus, Camp Pendleton, CA 

The 249th Celebration will bring together MCTSSA Marines, civilians, contractors and their families for a time of fellowship and camaraderie. The event will feature a ceremony, dinner, dancing, and an opportunity to share Marine Corps stories. It promises to be a great time.

We look forward to seeing you there.  Semper Fidelis. 

 
249th Birthday Ball Agenda 

5-6 p.m. | Cocktail hour

6-7 p.m. | Ceremony

7-8 p.m. | Dinner

8 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. | Dancing

TICKET SALES:

Please see Capt Vrancic or SSgt Newsom for ball ticket sales. They are located in Building 31336 and can be reached at (760) 725-3437. Tickets are on sale now until 7 November. 

TICKET PRICES: 

                             - E5 & below and 1 guest: $60 each

                             - E6 & Above, Government/Civilians/Retirees, and guests: $70 each

                              * All sales are final. NO REFUNDS

DINNER:  

Herb Tri Tip au Jus (GF) - Carved on Site
Rotisserie Roasted Chicken (GF)
Quinoa and Farro with Roasted Vegetables, Avocado and Balsamic Glaze
Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes (GF) (V)
Green Beans Amandine Olive oil, Herbs, Sliced Almonds (GF) (V)
Traditional Green Salad (GF) (V)
Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Balsamic Vinaigrette (GF/V), Ranch Dressing (GF/Veg) and Croutons on the side
Soft Rolls and Butter

Vegan Ancient Grain Bowl (V) for Vegan/Vegetarian Guests *** Please contact Capt Vrancic (alexander.vrancic@usmc.mil) to specify when purchasing your ticket if you would like the vegetarian option.
 

TRANSPORTATION:  The following transportation companies are available on-base for use to and from the MCTSSA 249th Birthday Ball:

  • Liberty Day Express (Shuttle Service) (949) 501-2092

  • Magic Carpet Express (Shuttle Service) (760) 712-6220

  • Oceanside Cab (Taxi) (619) 444-4444

  • Uber (Transportation Network Company) (Request driver through mobile app)

  • Lyft (Transportation Network Company) (Request driver through mobile app)


PARKING:  Parking is available on the quad. 

SHUTTLE: **Hotel Guests Only**
Pick up 1615 and 1715
       
Drop off 2000, 2100, 2200 and 2330

LODGING:   

Mission Pacific Beach Resort, 201 N Myers St. Oceanside, CA 92054
Below is your official web link for you and your guests to book! Please note that upon finding rooms, you will see the Resort Fee is waived and the nightly rate ($219 ). A more detailed breakdown of the nightly rate and taxes can be found upon checkout:

https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/SANJO/G-USMC
 
If you need assistance with booking your stay or have any questions, please contact the Reservations Team anytime between, 8am – 7pm PST at (877) 280 – 1279. Please use group code for reference: G-USMC
 

Ball attire
Please use the information for proper attire
Military:
- Enlisted and Officers: Evening Dress, Blue Dress "A"
- Retirees: Uniform or formal attire (defined as black tie or floor length gown)
- Other Services: Equivalent uniform
- Only members participating in the ceremony will require appropriate covers and gloves for the ball ceremony.

Civilian Members of the Command:
- Formal attire (defined as black tie or floor length gown)

Military Spouse:
- Formal attire (defined as black tie or floor length gown)
Childcare will not be provided
(CDC does not provide childcare services for this event. A list below are some options that you may choose to use) 
Panda’s Domestic Referral Agency
- Phone: 619-295-3800
- Online Contact Form
- 4 Hour minimum shift
- Pricing varies with number of children
- San Diego & surrounding areas
- Must call/register for pricing
- Provides in-home or hotel options

Munchkin Minders
- Phone: 760-494-8764
- Email: dpmunchkinminders@gmail.com
- Online Registration
- Services provided for all of San Diego and Temecula counties
- $22 referral fee, $20 per hour for 1 child, $21 for 2, $22 for 3, $23 for 4
- Hourly fee paid directly to sitter
- 4 hour minimum shift

SitterWise
- Phone: call 888-891-5029 or 619-303-4379, text 619-663-4379
- Email: hello@sitterwise.com
- Online contact form
- Services provided for all of San Diego county
- $30 per hour for 1-2 children, $35 for 3-4
- 4 Hour minimum shift
- Provides in-home or hotel services

Sweet Sleep Newborn Care
- Phone: 805-795-1494
- Email: sweetsleepnewborncare@gmail.com
- Online Registration
- Provides overnight newborn care, consultations, and sleep training
- $45-$48 per hour for single newborn, $55-$60 for twins
- Overnight, In-home and remote consultations
- Provides services in Carlsbad and LA counties
    



     


     


     


     

 
Guest of Honor
Brigadier General Tamara L. Campbell
Commander,
Marine Corps Systems Command



 

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