of Hampton Roads

Annual Gala

The Gala is a black tie event that honors our military population. This year's Gala will be held on February 12, 2005, at the Kingsmill Resort, One of the Anheuser-Busch Companies, in Williamsburg, VA.

The USOHR is honored to have Northrop Grumman serve once again as the Title Sponsor for the USO Annual Fundraising Gala and Silent Auction.

Mr. C. Michael Petters, president of Northrop Grumman Newport News, will serve as the 2005 USO Gala chair.man.

The event includes dinner, entertainment, awards ceremony, silent auction, and a keynote address. 

Scheduled Itenerary:

6:00 pm -- Reception

7:30 pm -- Program & Dinner

10:00 pm -- Program Closing and Silent Auction Checkout

Performance by the USO Liberty Belles:

The USO "Liberty Belles" is a nostalgic 1940's troupe reminiscent of the Andrews Sisters. These 3 ladies will take you on a sentimental
journey, crooning classic hits such as "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree," "I'll Be Seeing You," "God BlessAmerica," and ending with "Thanks for the Memory."

This show includes period costumes and hairstyles, dance numbers and
audience interaction. The "Liberty Belles" are sure to bring back memories of a by-gone era and maybe even a tear or two.

They sing the National Anthem complete with lush harmonies, and their show includes a rousing patriotic finale that is sure to be the highlight of your event!

2005 Gala Sponsor

Northrop Grumman

Honorary Chairs

Senator John Warner

Senator George F. Allen

Congresswoman Jo Ann S. Davis
First Congressional District

Congresswoman Thelma Drake
Second Congressional District

Congressman Robert C. Scott
Third Congressional District

Congressman J. Randy Forbes
Fourth Congressional District