Lovin’ the Dark Ages



Dark Ages” (dark a-jeznoun. A period of time at the United States Naval Academy that lasts from the end of Christmas Break until the beginning of Spring Break. The cold weather and short days can create a particularly dreary experience for Midshipmen.

Help the NorCal Parents’ Club bring some light to the Dark Ages!

Every year, the USNA Parents Club of Northern California hosts a “Lovin’ the Dark Ages” event to build care packages for our Mids. It’s a fun time for all involved, and produces scores of care packages filled with snacks, gift cards, and small things to surprise and delight even the most jaded Mid.

All are invited – parents, alumni, friends, and supporters.

When/Where

Saturday, February 22 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

4362 Jordan Ranch Dr, Dublin, CA 94568

Sandwiches will be provided by the club; please feel free to bring drinks, appetizers, or a dessert to share.

How you can help.

1. Sign Your Mid Up to Receive a Package

Is your MID a member of the Class of 2025, 2026, 2027, or 2028?  Would you like them to receive a care package?

Please fill this short form, including your MID’s Company and P.O. Box information.

Please note that we CANNOT send your MID a care package unless you fill this form out! Last call to send your mid a care package: February 19, 2025

2. Sponsor a MID’s Care Package

Did you once survive the Dark Ages yourself?  Are you a parent of someone who once did?  Then you know how welcome unexpected care packages like these can be!

Please consider sponsoring a care package for $20, $30, $40, or any amount.
Please click here to contribute online.

3. Bring Care Package Items to the Event and Help Us Create Packages

If you are able to join us, please feel free to bring any of the suggested items and help us assemble the packages.

Suggested items for the care packages:
Chapstick, Travel-size Kleenex, Emergen-C, Altoids/Mints/Gums, Hot Chocolate, Pepperidge Farms – Milano Cookies, M&Ms , Pop-tarts, Trail mixes, Stroopwafels, Chocolate/Fruit bars, Jack Link’s beef jerky; Or any items you think will brighten a MID’s day during the Dark Ages!

4.  Purchase Items via Amazon or an On-line Store

If you would like to purchase items via Amazon or an on-line store and have sent to Venu & Sailaja’s home, please send to: 4362 Jordan Ranch Dr. Dublin, CA 94568

Please click here to RSVP and for additional details, or contact Michelle Regan at 510-566-6800 or michellejregan@gmail.com. If you have any questions, please reach out to Michelle Regan.