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BLOOD CANCER UNITED LIGHT | THE NIGHT | TEAM EMMA

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Brothers, this one is personal for me. When my daughter Emma was diagnosed with leukemia at 2½ years old, F3 was a saving grace for me and my family. Now, eight years cancer free, Emma has been selected as the 2026 Charlotte Light The Night Honored Hero.

I would love to see the PAX from The Fort, Rock Hill and Lake Wylie come out and support her. If you feel called to donate, we greatly appreciate it, but what is more important to me is that you sign up, bring your M and 2.0s, and come walk with us. We will have a VIP area for Team Emma and I would love to fill it up with F3 families.

Saturday, November 14
Festival starts at 4:30 PM
American Legion Memorial Stadium at CPCC

We were fortunate to make it through this fight, and there are a lot of families out there still fighting it. Come out, walk with Emma, and help us support them.

Join Team Emma or donate here:
Welcome to Team Emma’s Fundraising Page

Hope to see a bunch of you guys out there. Aye!

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March Madness Bracket Challenge 4 Autism

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The March 4 Autism bracket challenge is back for year 4! Works like a 50/50 raffle where winner gets half and the Autism Strong Foundation gets half. $25 per bracket. Max 10. Last year the pot was $1,975 – let’s break that record this year!

Join HERE

Pay HERE

DM Divac once paid.

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Jaeger – Sprint

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The Fort will celebrate the culmination of it’s 2025-2026 Fundraising Efforts for the Fort Mill Care Center and F3 Scholarship with the Foundation for Fort Mill Schools at 11:30am on March 14th at Model A. Prior to that (9am) we’re running a shorter Jaeger–a Jaeger Sprint. Why? Because it’s completely stupid and utterly pointless: CSAUP.

Just show up and you’ll be placed with a team for completing the event. Some will ruck, if you bring a ruck. Some will run, if you don’t have a ruck. All will get better!

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Christmas Eve 2025

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Christmas Eve Convergence

Santa has to stay fit enough to travel the world tonight. Let’s GO!!

Details
Location: “Ring of Fire”
Timeline:
0600 – Pre-run 5k (trail and road options)
0630 – Bootcamp
0715 – Message and Coffeteria
0745 – Close

Dark Helmet F3 Nation Nant’an on Q

Deez DOAH Notes:
I don’t get serious very often—pretty much ever—but this convergence has been heavy on my heart as Nant’an of F3 Nation. You usually just see me as the jackwagon you work out with, but this one’s different.

It would mean a lot if you showed up. Bring a guy—FNG or Kotter. We’re going to talk honestly about the state of manliness in our world and what we need to do to accelerate our impact.

Coffeeteria afterward provided by Poppins

A note from Santa traveling in his Time Machine:
Click Here to See the Hype

 

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🔥 Preblast: Invergence 2025 🔥

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  • QIC: Cornerstone
  • When: 09/13/2025
  • Posted In: 2nd f, 3rd f

Mark your calendars, men! Saturday, September 13th | 5–9ish PM |420 Horton Grove Rd, Fort Mill, SC, 29715

This is more than just another event — it’s a region-wide convergence of the PAX. We’ll come together for fellowship, testimonies, and leadership spotlights, while also highlighting new service opportunities and the impact F3 The Fort is making in the community.

Save the date now — you don’t want to miss this powerful night of connection and brotherhood.

Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4AADA923A4F94-58194337-invergence#/

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AI Workshop – Beyond the Basics

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It’s time to build on your basic AI skills with this Zoom workshop. AI is quickly becoming a disruptive technology in our schools, work, and even our homes. Whether it’s with this workshop, or by some other means, do not miss opportunities to learn and leverage this technology. Once again, we are asking pax to please register to attend.

If you missed the intro workshop for “Everyday AI”, just let Old Bay know and he’ll send you a link to the recorded video.

Date and Time: 9/9/25 @ 8pm via Zoom

In this “Beyond the Basic” workshop, we’ll learn how to use  AI to:

  • analyze documents (medical, legal, photos)
  • help with spreadsheets (analysis and cell formulas)
  • build resumes and cover letters
  • help think through big decisions
  • automate tasks
  • create highly customized “custom instructions” for the best responses

We will focus mainly on the new ChatGPT 5, but will talk a bit about a few other AI models and tools.

Hope to see you there!

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🔥 Fireside Fellowship 🔥

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F3 isn’t just about beatdowns in the gloom—it’s about building something deeper. Brotherhood. Authentic connection. Shared purpose.

Do you like to eat? How about connecting with PAX beyond the gloom? Then circle your calendars for the first-ever Fireside Fellowship. This is a 2nd F opportunity hosted by Kaiser to promote engagement with fellow PAX through Food, Fun, and Fire. All PAX of the Fort are welcome. Whether you’re shield locked or still searching for your crew, this is a perfect chance to link arms with your fellow Fort PAX. Come as yourself and be ready to break bread with your brothers and enjoy a meal along with some backyard games and a fire.

When and Where?
Wednesday, September 10th (First Gathering)
1686 Kilburn Lane, Fort Mill, SC 29715 – Springfield Community (Kaisers House)
Time: 6:00PM – 8:00PM ish…

Who is welcome?
Any F3 Fort Pax or potential FNGs. This is a men’s only gathering, Ms and 2.0s are not invited.

What to bring?
A tailgate chair and anything you want to drink

Additional Details
Food will be provided and served by Kaiser’s M. The Fireside Fellowship gathering will be ongoing throughout the fall and be scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday evening of each month. Backyard games include but not limited to; Cornhole, Badminton, Yard Golf, Volleyball, French Darts. September will be the kickoff gathering.

No Cost. No Agenda. Just Fellowship.
For more details or those interested, please reach out to Kaiser at 803-659-0647 or direct message via slack.

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Coffeeteria Convergence – 8-1-25

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  • QIC: Cyclops/Dark Helmet
  • When: 08/01/2025
  • Posted In: 2nd f

PAX:
We are converging for coffee post beatdown on the last Friday of Summer pre-school year.

The Date:  August 1, 2025.

The Place: Panera in Kingsley

The Time: 0620

The purpose is three-fold:

1 – Dark Helmet will provide an update on the State of the Nation.

2 – Cyclops will cover LDP, Q-Source and our direction for the Fall and 2026

3 – We will close by offering our thanks for our schools, students and teachers and pray for their safe and successful return the following Monday. 

Don’t get FOMO.  Come out post-beatdown and get geared up for the school year and fall.   

SYITG

Cyclops

 

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Forged Fathers

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Forged Fathers: An Invitation to Connect and Grow

A Special Invitation for Fathers of Children with Special Needs

Are you a father navigating the unique, rewarding, and sometimes challenging journey of raising a child with special needs? If so, consider this your personal invitation to join a transformative new group, “Forged Fathers”.  This group is designed to create a welcoming space where fathers can connect, share experiences, and find support amongst others who truly understand their path.

About Forged Fathers

Forged Fathers is more than just a group; it’s a brotherhood. The mission is simple yet powerful: to bring together fathers who share the bond of raising children with special needs, offering them an opportunity to connect, learn from one another, and grow stronger through shared experiences. Life’s challenges can feel lighter when carried as a community, and what better way to build that community than by coming together around the warmth and camaraderie of a bonfire?

Event Details

We’re thrilled to announce our first gathering, and we’d love for you to be a part of it:

– **Date**: Thursday, October 2nd

– **Time**: 7:00 PM

– **Location**: 2001 Driftwood Circle, Fort Mill, SC

This special evening will be centered around fellowship, conversation, and connection. The glow of the bonfire will provide the perfect setting to meet other fathers, share stories, and build meaningful bonds.

Why Join Us?

Raising a child with special needs is a journey filled with moments of joy, triumph, and resilience, but also moments of challenge. Forged Fathers offers a unique space to:

  • **Connect**: Meet other fathers who understand the highs and lows of your journey.
  • **Fellowship**: Share your experiences in a relaxed, judgment-free environment.
  • **Recharge**: Take a moment for yourself to reflect, laugh, and gain new perspectives.
  • **Grow**: Be inspired by the strength, wisdom, and stories of others walking a similar path.

What to Expect

This is a casual and welcoming gathering. No formal agenda, no pressure—just an evening dedicated to meaningful conversations, laughter, and the comforting presence of a community that truly gets it. Whether you’re looking to share your story, listen to others, or simply enjoy the company, Forged Fathers is the perfect place to start.

How to Join Us

No RSVP is necessary—just come as you are, ready to relax and connect. We understand the complexities of life and family schedules, so feel free to arrive as it suits you best. Bring a chair, an open heart, and, if you’d like, a friend who might benefit from this circle of fellowship.

Spread the Word

Know someone who might find value in this group? Please share this invitation. The more fathers we bring together, the stronger our community becomes. Together, we are forged by fire, united in purpose, and strengthened by the bonds we share.

We Look Forward to Seeing You There!

Mark your calendar for October 2nd at 7:00 PM. Let’s gather around the fire, celebrate the role of fatherhood, and build a community of understanding and support. At Forged Fathers, you’re not alone—let’s walk this journey together.

For any questions or additional details, feel free to contact us. We can’t wait to welcome you to our first gathering!

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The “Everyday AI” Workshop is Back!

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Did you miss the first one? Did you attend the first one but want to attend again to absorb more? This is for you. But this time, it will be over Zoom. Two Zoom sessions, in fact. This time, we are asking that pax register to attend.

Zoom Session 1 – July 10 @ 2000 (register here)

This will cover most of the material from the first in-person workshop:

  • Brief Intro to AI: Understanding what AI is (and isn’t)
  • Practical, Everyday Uses: How AI can streamline your daily tasks
  • Security Considerations: Keeping your data safe (work and personal)
  • Getting Started: Setting up your ChatGPT account
  • Effective Prompting: Strategies for clear communication with AI
  • Real-life Applications: Enhancing productivity at home and work
  • Time permitting, we’ll touch on using AI for image creation
  • Q&A

 

Zoom Session 2: – Date/time coming soon

This will be a deeper dive into using AI for creating images.

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