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FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allied military and the family members of the above.Honoring those who have served before. Fabulous FRiday FAVORITES Tell us your favoriteBook. The Good Book? Come on in and join the conversation. Remember, the Canteen is a family friendly place. We welcome the military, our allies, and their families.Continued prayers for the success and completion of your mission. Prayers for your safe return home.

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allied military and the family members of the above.Honoring those who have served before. Fabulous FRiday FAVORITES Tell us your favorite Cookie. Silly cat, we’re talking about cookies. Come on in and join the conversation. Grab a glass of milk and tell us about your favorite cookie. Remember, the Canteen is a family friendly place. We welcome the military, our allies, and their families.Continued prayers for the success and completion of your mission. Prayers for your safe return home.

Kid Rock jumps during the performance of his hit song "Bawitdaba” during the 2009 “Tour for the Troops” event on Sather Air Base, Baghdad, Dec. 4. Pop newcomer Jessie James and comedian Carlos Mencia also entertained hundreds of troops at the event, aimed at boosting troop morale. Photo by Sgt. Lindsey Bradford, Multi-National Corps – Iraq. BAGHDAD — More than 1,000 U.S. service members packed an open field on a chilly Baghdad day, Dec. 4, to watch the 2009 “Tour for the Troops” at Sather Air Base. Pop newcomer Jessie James, comedian Carlos Mencia and rebel rocker Kid Rock took...

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan, July 16, 2009 – Celebrities stopped by here yesterday to entertain troops as part of the star-studded USO’s Summer Troop Visit. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the celebrities are travelling throughout the U.S. Central Command area of operations to thank troops for their service and sacrifice. The celebrities include actors Bradley Cooper and D.B. Sweeney, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Warrick Dunn, National Football League Hall of Famer Don Shula, and sports commentator and model Leeann Tweeden. The group’s first stop was aboard the USS Ronald Reagan, an aircraft...

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2007 – Children of servicemembers recovering at Walter Reed Army Medical Center here have a new recreation option thanks to the team effort of three nonprofit groups and a defense contractor. The Yellow Ribbon Fund dedicated a playground at Walter Reed’s Mologne House yesterday. The facility was constructed primarily for children staying at the residential facility for recovering servicemembers and their families. “This playground fills a longstanding need for children staying at our facility who, until now, had very limited recreational opportunities,” said Peter Anderson, Mologne House’s general manager. “We are extremely grateful to the Yellow...

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allied military and the family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before. Welcome back to the FReeper Canteen Hints & Tips. This week we'll get some hints that will help you in the laundry. *** Bloodstains can be among the toughest stains to remove from clothing and fabrics. Soak the stained clothing or cloth in cold saltwater, then launder in warm, soapy water. *** Yellowed perspiration stains can really ruin T-shirts and dress shirts. Add 4 tablespoons salt to 1 quart...

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allied military and the family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before. Welcome back to the FReeper Canteen Hints & Tips. Tonight, we will once again take a look at some very important hints. Things that can be done every day. *** Remember to treat yourself to a break once in a while. *** Remember that not everything needs to be a struggle.*** Think warm and fuzzy thoughts.*** Take time to really appreciate the wonder of it all.*** Have fun. See?...

3/20/2007 - AUSTIN, Texas (AFNEWS) -- The air crackles with anticipation, as he makes his first move. G,C,C,G,C,C,D,G. The letters are the opening chords of country music artist Charlie Robison's song, "My Hometown," one of the songs he will perform during an Armed Forces Entertainment tour March 18 to 27 to Kuwait and Iraq. He feels the song is perfect for the audience he will be seeing overseas since they all have many different hometowns of their own. Fellow country star Kevin Fowler will also perform during the tour. Mr. Robison first gained an appreciation of the military by watching...

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Nov. 11, 2006 – With the aroma of a barbecue lunch hanging in the air, the first chords of a welcome home concert for the soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, rang out here yesterday afternoon. For some of the entertainers, the event held special meaning. Amy-Jayne McCabe’s husband, now an Army reservist, once served in the 327th Infantry Regiment. She has combined her experience as a military spouse with her love of music to support the troops. “I’ve dedicated my career to … supporting military families in any way I can....

3/23/2006 - ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. (AFPN) -- The man best-known for writing and performing “God Bless the U.S.A.” will entertain U.S. troops in Europe, Southwest Asia and the Pacific from April 5 to 18. "I am thrilled that Restless Heart, Dick Hardwick, the New England Patriot Cheerleaders and members of the Air Force band have all agreed to accompany me on this tour to entertain our men and women in uniform and show support for their military service around the world,” said Lee Greenwood, world-famous singer and songwriter. His “God Bless the U.S.A.” was certified platinum in 2001....

SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 23, 2006 – When the 2006 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo pulled up stakes Feb. 19, it left the wounded warriors recovering at Brooke Army Medical Center here and hospital staff with fond memories of Texas and cowboy hospitality. Staff and patients gather on three levels to watch Willie Nelson and his band perform Feb. 17 at Brooke Army Medical Center. Photo by Brian Guerra  (Click photo for screen-resolution image);high-resolution image available. Texas legend Willie Nelson and his family band treated the hospital to a concert in the Medical Mall Feb. 17, playing to a packed...

ROTA, SPAIN, Sept. 7, 2005 – Naval Station Rota personnel and their families were treated to an evening of dancing and entertainment when 12 of the Washington Redskins cheerleaders, the Redskinettes, performed Aug. 29 at Champions aboard the naval station. The Redskinettes’ visit to Naval Station Rota was part of a 14-day Mediterranean tour of eight U.S. military bases in the region. According to Air Force 1st Lt. Luke Hardaway, Europe and Balkans Circuit Manager for Armed Forces Entertainment, the Redskinettes’ mission during this trip is going to be to lift troops’ spirits and morale, and help maintain troop readiness...