WELCOME
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NEXT MEETING – In-Person Program – July 9, 2024, 11:00 Social, 12:00 Business Meeting – David Marler, executive director of the National UFO Historical Records Center and curator of the single-largest collection of UFO case files.
John P. Anthes
Outgoing President 2023
Unprecedented 4th Term
The Board of Directors are planning for a return on July 9 for our Members Monthly meeting at Tomasita’s Mexican restaurant located at 4949 Pan American Fwy NE, Albuquerque NM 87109.
Is it possible to regain access to KAFB?
The previously introduced 3-Way meeting with Sandia Labs representatives, USAF/KAFB representatives of the 377 Force Security Squadron and the Coronado Thunderbirds, hosting, was rescheduled and took place on 14 May 2024. The top level discussion topic was and remains: “Is it possible to regain access to KAFB? Since the abrupt termination of Coronado Thunderbirds’ KAFB access, many people have been working “behind the scenes” to reinstate KAFB access for Coronado Thunderbirds. The Coronado Thunderbirds continuing the lead for this effort, myself and an anonymous volunteer, two senior-level Sandia Labs employees attended the meeting and have since added one other Sandian to assist. Two 377th FSS Command officials were also present, representing themselves and their management who believe in this effort. Due to the sensitivity of this effort, and although names may have been previously mentioned, we wish to keep other 3-way team members in the background for now. The Coronado Thunderbirds representatives are working on an action item to develop an updated way forward to introduce an appeal for access to the Base and all MWR access. The other two groups are assisting in this effort, including suggestions and high-level guidance on this next step. Yes, the process is taking what seems like forever. Rest assured this group of interested individuals is determined to appeal the DoD policy that discontinued civilian Base access. When there is progress, it will be reported.
Remember – To volunteer for the board, please come to the Board Meeting on July 2, 2024, at Fiestas New Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, 4400 Carlisle Blvd., NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107, back room.
Best Regards, John Anthes, 2023 Past President, Coronado Thunderbirds (505-370-3438)
The Coronado Thunderbirds is a social club for people retired from Federal Agencies and their Contractors — including Sandia National Labs, Los Alamos National Labs, DOE, NNSA, FAA, and the Military. Our Club monthly activities include our Member Monthly Meeting on the second Tuesday of the month (except December). Our monthly member meetings are currently held in-person at TOMASITA’S RESTAURANT at 4949 Pan American Freeway NE on the west side of I-25 and south of Jefferson Street. You have an option to purchase a $14.50 – $16.50 lunch. We start with social time and lunch (at 11am), followed by a Business Meeting (12 Noon) and the program immediately thereafter.
After our Business Meetings, get ready for a great presentation. Our programs are chosen based on members’ interests in order to inform or entertain. Sometimes, the programs accomplish both!
- the emergence of telemedicine
- improving the environment of Albuquerque
- artificial intelligence
- beekeeping
- the impact of Spain on the Revolutionary War
- singing and choral groups
- square dancing
- ballooning in New Mexico
- the history of Albuquerque
- railroading in New Mexico, including AT&SF 2926
- Col. Eric Felt, AFRL and US Space Force
- the movie, “Hugo,” automaton restoration
- Old Town Ghost Stories
We distribute a monthly newsletter and occasional updates to keep our members informed of our programs, activities, and KAFB information. The newsletter is sent via email and “snail mail,” and we also maintain contact with a Calling Committee.
We would love to have you be a part of the fun!
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