CORPS CONNECTIONS - Marine Corps Community Services

CORPS 

CONNECTIONS 

Serving Marines and their Families in the National Capital Region 

issue 15 • July – SEPTEMBER 2011

Cover photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Bolken 

Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, June 29, 2010 

CORPS CONNECTIONS 

DIRECTOR 

Roger Weger 

[contents] 

JULY – SEPTEMBER 2011 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR 

Susan M. Lindquist 

MARKETING OFFICER 

Doriann Geller 

ADVERTISING & SPONSORSHIP SPECIALIST 

Julie A. Shourds 

GRAPHIC ARTIST/WEBMASTER 

J. Felix Gonzalez 

marketing technician 

Tiffany Fraga 

For advertising 

Call 703-309-7581 

or email: shourdsj@usmc-mccs.org 

Advertising rates at www.mccsHH.com. 

Serving Those Who Serve............................................................................................. 4 

Marine Corps Community Services enhances Marines’ quality of life and those who support 

them throughout the National Capital Region and beyond 

“REACHING OUT MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE”................................................................. 6 

Live the slogan of the Real Warriors Campaign by Molly Ryan, MSW 

SCHOOL’s IN FOR THE SUMMER........................................................................................ 7 

Take advantage of summer session’s offbeat classes by Bart MacMillan 

SUMMER FUN IN THE DMV*............................................................................................... 8 

*The District, Maryland, and Virginia made more affordable at ITT by Doriann Geller 

MAKE SUMMER FUN SUMMER SAFE............................................................................... 12 

Tips to make your summer safe for children by Diane Waters 

SMP Upcoming events.................................................................................................. 14 

Telephone numbers and Hours of Operation........................................................ 14 

Corps Connections is published quarterly by Marine 

Corps Community Services Henderson Hall, P. O. Box 

4009, Arlington, Virginia 22204-0009. Content is 

intended for military members in the National Capital 

Region. Copyright 2011 by MCCS. All rights reserved. 

The appearance of advertising and sponsors’ 

logos does not constitute federal or Marine Corps 

endorsement. For copies, phone 703-693-5351. 

[WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO] 

Corps Connections brings information on MCCS programs and services 

to Marines and their family members in the National Capital Region. 

Please visit us online at www.mccsHH.com. 

www.mccsHH.com 

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[FROM THE EDITOR] 


Summer is a great time to visit our 

Nation’s capital city. How lucky are 

we that we live here? 

In this issue, we highlight some things to 

do in the area that are made more affordable 

at the Henderson Hall Information, Tickets 

and Tours Office. Those in the know come 

to us for great discounts on everything from 

amusement and water parks to museums 

and shows, from river sightseeing cruises 

to tour bus operations. Having company 

over the summer? Friends and relatives 

look to residents for sight-seeing. There is 

an abundance of information on the web, 

but you won’t find better deals than at your 

Henderson Hall ITT Office. See just a 

sampling of what’s available relatively nearby 

starting on page 8. 

Writers from Marine & Family Services 

have three articles this month. Family 

Advocacy’s Molly Ryan introduces the 

Department of Defense’s Real Warriors 

Campaign, a definitive resource to service 

members and their families, on page 6; Bart 

MacMillan, Educational Services Specialist, 

writes about spending your summer in— 

where else—school! New Parent Support 

Program home visitor Diane Waters writes 

about summer safety, with information that 

always bears repeating. 

We are lucky to live close to so many 

attractions that most people get to visit 

maybe once in a lifetime. One highlight 

is the Sunset Parade (www.marines.mil/ 

unit/barracks/Pages/sunsetparade.aspx) 

performed at the majectic U.S. Marine 

Corps War Memorial in Rosslyn, a photo 

from which graces our cover. Don’t miss it 

Tuesday evenings through August 23. 

Doriann Geller 

Marketing Officer 

MCCS Henderson Hall 

Serving Those Who Serve 

Marine Corps Community Services Henderson Hall reaches Marines 

and their family members in the National Capital Region Command. 

Structured similarly throughout the Marine Corps, MCCS Henderson 

Hall comprises Semper Fit, Retail Operations, Marine and Family 

Services incorporating Marine Corps Family Team Building, and 

Support. Together, we provide quality-of-life enhancing goods, services, 

and programs to service members and their families. 

Want to know more about MCCS? Find out about what we offer to those 

whom we serve by visiting www.mccsHH.com for more comprehensive 

and continually updated information. 

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[LET US KNOW] 

We welcome your comments and value your opinion. Interactive 

Customer Evaluation (ICE) provides information on 

our services and an online comment card system. Let 

us know how we’re doing at http://ice.disa.mil. 

Military OneSource stands ready to assist you with helpful counselors available by e-mail 

and by phone. View discussion boards and gain answers to your questions through the site’s 

comprehensive resources for military families. It’s all free to military servicemembers and 

their families! Log on to www.militaryonesource.com. 

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Introducing... 

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The 2011 White House 

Christmas ornament honors 

the twenty-sixth president of 

the United States, Theodore 

Roosevelt, and reflects the 

excitement that President 

Roosevelt, his wife, Edith, and 

their lively young family brought 

to life at the White House. 

Limited quantity collectible available at the 

Marine Corps Exchange Henderson Hall for $17 95 

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[marine & family services] 


“Reaching Out 

Makes A Real Difference” 

by Molly Ryan, MSW 

School’s In for the Summer 

by Bart MacMillan 

out makes a real difference” is the slogan of the Real Warriors Campaign, an intiative of the Defense Centers 

of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury. The goal of the campaign is to encourage service 

“Reaching 

members with psychological wounds, such as combat stress or post-traumatic stress disorder, to reach out for help and 

to acknowledge the strength required to do so. Within the last two years, many mental health resources have been implemented in 

an effort to reach service members and their families suffering with mental health injuries. Often times, a service member may be 

hesitant to step forward and reveal that he or she may be struggling with stress, depression, fatigue, anxiety, anger, or just not feeling 

quite the same as before deployment. 

If service members do not discuss these concerns, they are unable to receive the support and counseling needed. Left unchecked, 

these symptoms may start impacting one’s personal relationships and professional 

life. For example, a warrior may be consistently late or unproductive at work, start 

using alcohol or other substances as a way to handle their symptoms, or have 

interpersonal relationship difficulties. All of these factors can be mitigated if the 

underlying issues of post- traumatic stress or combat stress are addressed directly. 

The Real Warriors Campaign understands that reaching out is a tremendous 

first step, and the campaign highlights warriors from all services who have 

struggled with post-traumatic stress or combat stress. These individuals and 

their families share their personal experiences via videos highlighted on the Real 

Warriors website. Service members discuss their symptoms and struggles and the 

impact on their family, friends, and co-workers. 

In times of need or extreme stress, it can be overwhelming to decide to reach out 

for help, especially if you are unsure of where to turn. That is why it’s important to 

know the resources that are available to you, a friend, or a family member before a 

problem arises. Some of the key Department of Defense and National programs 

with a focus on psychological fitness and mental health are highlighted below. 

In addition, remember that your local Marine & Family Services’ Counseling 

Services program can provide you with crisis intervention, counseling services, 

and referrals to both military and civilian providers in the area. 

Photo by SSGT. Suzanne M. Day 

Photo by Giantstep Inc. 

Photo by SSGT. Aaron Allmon 

REAL WARRIORS. 

REAL BATTLES. 

REAL STRENGTH. 

REACHING OUT MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE. 

Discover real stories of courage in the battle against combat stress. 

Call Toll Free 866-966-1020 www.realwarriors.net 

Those who think that teachers have 

it easy because they get summers 

off fail to realize that the most 

effective teachers usually change their 

work environment during the summer 

months. Fitness trainers suggest changing 

workout regimens, with the principle in 

mind that the body gets in better shape 

overall when different muscle groups are 

worked at different times in different 

ways. These similar principles of altering 

the work environment or workout regimen 

can apply to college students progressing 

through their academic plans. 

The list of courses that make up a student’s 

academic plan can feel overwhelming, 

especially after a stressful semester. The 

next course is waiting; the deadline to 

get to the job as quickly as possible feels 

like the proverbial albatross around one’s 

neck. College students may feel as if they 

can never take off a term, leaving them 

in an inadequate state of mind to face 

the summer coursework. They may even 

rebel all together and mentally shut down 

completely. This may be compounded by 

the fact that the current economy makes 

it harder to travel, and the student feels 

a sort of mental “cabin fever” during a 

summer vacation. 

The college curriculum is more diverse 

than most realize, within and outside the 

campus community. Remember that most 

degree basic requirements (the General 

Education courses) call for a variety of 

subjects spanning communications, math, 

objective (lab), subjective (social), basic 

computer sciences, wellness, and humanities. 

The Humanities include philosophy 

courses, as well as a wide array of other 

subjects often perceived as “for fun.” The 

continued on page 11 

Resources and Links 

Marine Corps Suicide Prevention Program 

http://www.usmc-mccs.org/suicideprevent/index.cfm 

Marine & Family Services, Henderson Hall, 

Behavioral Health Branch/ Counseling Services 

703-614-7204 

www.mccsHH.com/counseling.html 

Defense Centers of Excellence 

For Psychological Health & Traumatic Brain Injury 

www.dcoe.health.mil 

24/7 Helpline: 1-866-966-1020 

Real Warriors Campaign 

www.realwarriors.net 

24/7 Helpline: 1-866-966-1020 

Live Chat 

Message boards to connect with fellow warriors 

Military OneSource 

1-800-342-9647- 24/7 

Online confidential counseling 

www.militaryonesource.com 

September is Suicide 

Awareness & Prevention Month 

For more information on 

the Marine Corps Suicide 

Prevention program visit: 

www.usmc-mccs.org/ 

suicideprevent 


National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 

24/7 - 1-800-273-TALK 

www.Suicidepreventionlifeline.org 

Ms. Ryan is the Education & Prevention Specialist Behavioral Health 

Branch, Marine & Family Services Henderson Hall 


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[FEATURE] 

Turn your vacation... into a staycation with Information, Tickets and Tours 

Summer Fun in the DMV* 

[FEATURE] 

by Doriann Geller 


*No, not the Department of Motor Vehicles. DMV is a trendy abbreviation for the District, Maryland, Virginia 

With gasoline prices projected to be sky-high this summer, many families in the National Capital Region will be staying closer to home. Any why not, 

when there is so much to see and do in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia? Let Henderson Hall’s ITT Office, where discounts abound, 

help you make your vacation a staycation or assist your budget when company calls! They’re online at www.mccsHH.com/ITT.html 

The District Maryland Virginia 

Starting in springtime when the cherry 

blossoms open, Washington D.C. 

becomes a tourist capital. Busloads of 

school children on educational forays and 

teens on senior trips pour into the district 

for their look at our Nation’s government 

and history up close. 

You can join the throngs packing 

Metro during off-peak hours and on foot 

trolling the National Mall without the 

trip cost because—you live here! Lower 

your costs by checking with ITT before 

you head out. 

First time visitors, especially those who are unable or unwilling 

to do a lot of walking, may want to take the Tourmobile (www. 

tourmobile.com), live narrated shuttle tours that visit historic 

sites in the District and Arlington Cemetery. For one price, you 

get unlimited free reboarding. ITT has discounted tickets for 

Tourmobile and other tour operators. 

While many museums and memorial sites are free, some 

museums charge an entrance fee. ITT has dicount tickets to the 

International Spy Museum, The Newseum, National Museum 

of Crime & Punishment, and Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, 

to name a few of the interesting, world class museums you and 

your summer guests won’t want to miss. 

One of the hottest Maryland destinations 

for families is the National Aquarium 

(http://www.aqua.org) in Baltimore, 

where the beauty of the aquatic world 

inspires environmental responsibility. 

You can enjoy significant savings by 

purchasing tickets for aquarium entry 

and the Dolphin Show through ITT. 

Landlubbers may enjoy the Maryland 

Zoo (www.marylandzoo.org), third 

oldest zoological park in the United 

States, having opened in 1876. 

Looking for more excitement? On the 

next ninety-degree day go to Six Flags America (www.sixflags. 

com/america/index.aspx). Entry to the Hurricane Harbor 

waterpark—with rides, slides, and activities for all ages—is free 

with your Six Flags America theme park admission. The newest 

attraction at Hurricane Harbor is ZoomAzon Falls, which, 

according to their website, features “more than a half mile of 

wild, watery excitement.” 

Find indoor excitement—plus a feast fit for a king—at the 

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament (www.medievaltimes. 

com/baltimore.aspx) in Hanover, Maryland. Shows are generally 

evenings, with the addition of matinees on weekends. Select 

your show date and head to ITT for discount tickets. 

This year marks the sesquecentennial of the start of the Civil War. Commemorative events are planned 

throughout 2011, many of which will take place in the surrounding area. For more information, please 

visit www.civilwar150.org for an overview, educational activities, resources, and links to other websites 

highlighting this important mark in our Nation’s timeline. 

The Commonwealth of Virginia offers 

a little bit of eveything: the rolling hills 

of the Appalachians, the picturesque 

Shenandoah Valley, exciting theme 

parks, historic Manassas battlefields— 

something for everyone. While some 

desinations are free, your pocketbook will 

thank you for checking with ITT before 

you start out. 

Going to the Shenandoah Valley? One 

of the most popular tourist destinations 

is Luray Caverns (www.luraycaverns. 

com). The caverns’ claim to fame is the 

world’s only Stalacpipe Organ, which plays music on natural 

formations. Or go farther afield to Virginia’s Natural Bridge 

(www.naturalbridgeva.com), where 20 stories of solid rock have 

been carved into natural wonder. 

More of a history than nature buff? Head south to the “Historic 

Triangle” cities of Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown 

(historictriangle.com); seven-day passes are discounted at ITT. 

Just heading for Williamsburg? You’ll love seeing Colonial life 

come alive. ITT’s discounts will save you on passes, available for 

a day’s entrance or, once you decide you want to return again and 

again, unlimited annual passes. 

If your time is limited to an afternoon, spend it at nearby 

Mount Vernon (www.mountvernon.org), the restored Colonial 

residence of George Washington. See Washington’s farm and 

nearby distillery, just a 30-minute drive from Henderson Hall 

down the beautiful George Washington Parkway, along which 

you can take a picnic lunch by the banks of the Potomac River— 

an ideal way to spend a summer day! 

Governor McDonnell Announces 

Virginia State Parks to Honor All 

Active-Duty Military and Virginia 

Veterans with Free Admission 

Through December 31 

Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell 

announced that, as part of the yearlong 

celebration of the 75th anniversary 

of Virginia State Parks, all active-duty 

military, as well as veterans residing in 

Virginia, will receive free admission to 

all Virginia State Parks through the end 

of the year. 

The Virginia Department of 

Conservation and Recreation is waiving 

all parking fees, the only fees charged 

at State Parks by the Commonwealth, 

for all Virginia-resident armed forces 

veterans. Fees are also waived for all 

active duty members of the armed forces 

including National Guardsmen and 

activated reservists, regardless of their 

state of residency. The offer is also good 

for the immediate family of active-duty 

personnel even if that person is not with 

the family. 

To participate, veterans must either 

have a retired military identification card 

or a standard discharge form known as a 

DD214. Active duty personnel must have 

their photo identification card issued by 

the Department of Defense, and family 

members must have their governmentissued 

ID card. 

For more information, visit www. 

virginiastateparks.gov. 

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MCCS Henderson Hall’s ITT Office takes you to 

— SWITZERLAND, AUSTRIA & BAVARIA — 

September 14 – 23, 2011 

Register now through July 15 • Open to DOD ID card holders and their guests 

Per person rates: double $2899; single $3199; triple $2869 

Includes: hotel transfers and round-trip airfare from Washington National Airport 

Call 703-979-8420 ext. 116 for more information 

Highlights: Bern, Château de Chillon, Montreux, Golden Pass Panoramic Train, 

Gstaad, Lucerne, Innsbruck, Austrian Alps, Salzburg, Mirabell Gardens, St. Peter’s 

Restaurant, Bavaria, Oberammergau, Tyrolean Folklore Show 

Not included in price: cancellation waiver and insurance of $200 /person, airfare taxes 

and fees/surcharges of $200 (subject to increase until paid in full) 

School’s In for the Summer 

arts are an excellent example. Many schools offer some sort of 

“appreciation” course in musical, visual, or theatre arts during 

the academic year, which goes through a variation for the 

summer term. “Music Appreciation” becomes “Jazz History,” 

“Summer Band,” or “The Impact of Music on Life.” “Theatre 

Appreciation” becomes acting or backstage classes—generating 

community theatre performances complete with built-in cast 

and crew, or “Great Movie Classics.” 

College athletic departments offer similar alternatives, such 

as beginning golf, tennis, or bowling lessons, for example, or 

the history of a sport. Foreign languages are popular summer 

offerings. The relaxed climate of summer—or while you are 

on vacataion—can foster learning a new language and make 

you feel less intimidated. The History department’s “Western 

Civilization” or “U.S. History Before and After the Civil War” 

can become the more interesting “MLK’s Greatest Speeches,” 

“Great Books,” or “Spirit and Theory of Comedy.” 


continued 

These courses often carry fewer credits. Summer course loads 

are regularly lighter; therefore, paying for one credit, instead 

of three, or one course instead of three to five courses make 

the summer course monetary investment easier to absorb and 

worth it. They’re fun, too! 

Colleges—online or otherwise—can be quite creative in 

their summer offerings, using their facilities and talents within 

their own human resources. Having these courses contribute to 

the progress of the academic plan becomes an added perk. This 

change of environment or mental workout regimen becomes 

the needed summer “refresher” and a win-win in every way. 

Mr. MacMillan is the Educational Services Specialist 

Personal & Professional Readiness Branch 

Marine & Family Services, MCCS Henderson Hall 






Make Summer Fun Summer Safe 

by Diane Waters, LCSW 

During the summer, families spend more time outdoors 

than in any other season. Parents need to keep in mind 

the extra ways to keep children safe when the weather is 

hot. With adequate preparation, you and your children can have a 

fun and safe summer season. Here are some points to remember. 

Keep children hydrated by offering them plenty of water— 

especially when children are playing or exercising. Soft drinks with 

caffeine act as diuretics and are not a means of hydrating. Parents 

should limit outdoor activities when the heat and humidity are at 

critical levels; consult media for weather alerts. 

Avoid sun exposure by dressing infants in lightweight long pants, 

long-sleeved shirts, and brimmed hats. For children six months of 

age and older, make sure to apply a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or 

higher at least 30 minutes prior to going outdoors, and apply every 

two hours thereafter—more often when sweating or swimming. 

Combination sunscreen-insect repellents should be avoided, as 

sunscreen needs to be reapplied every two hours but most insect 

repellents should not be reapplied. Consult your pediatrician if you 

have any questions. 

Supervise children in and around the pool areas. According 

to the U.S. Consumer and Products Safety Commission, an 

estimated 260 children under five years of age drown each year 

in residential swimming pools and spas. Nationwide, drowning 

is the 4th leading cause of death to children under five years of 

age. Avoid use of inflatable swimming aids such as “floaties,” as 

they give children a false sense of security. Swimming lessons can 

be a great idea for children over four years of age. Learning CPR 

and first aid is a good idea for adults and teenagers. Check with 

your local pool or American Red Cross for you upcoming classes. 

Remember, whenever infants are in or around the water, an adult 

should be within arm’s length, providing supervision and being 

able to touch them. 

Bike Safety is another area of concern during the summer. 

Children’s bike riding accidents increase during the summer. Buy 

a bike that is the right size for your child, not one that he or she has 

to grow into. Oversized bicycles are especially dangerous. When 

purchasing a helmet, make sure that the label or sticker indicates 

that the helmet meets CPSC safety standards. Wearing a helmet 

will protect your children from serious injury and will reinforce the 

habit of wearing a helmet as adults. 

Never leave your child or pet alone in a vehicle. Temperatures 

inside can rise quickly, with or without windows open. It takes only 

10 minutes for a car to heat up by 19°; children’s bodies’ heat up 

three to five times faster than adults’. Between 1998 and 2000, more 

than 445 children died from hyperthermia or heat stroke when left 

unattended in a vehicle (Quantico Family Matters, May 2010). 

Outdoor play can be a challenge for families, especially those with 

young children. Depending upon where you live, several poisonous 

or dangerous plants and insects can be in your own back yard. 

You can prevent most insect bites by using repellent. Make sure to 

check the label for age restriction. Never apply insect repellent to 

children under two months of age. Visit the American Academy of 

Pediatrics at www.aap.org for specific guidelines when applying 

insect repellent to children. 

Another helpful resource for families trying to identify dangerous 

insects in your yard is your local Cooperative Extension Center. To 

find the one in your area, go to: www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/ 

and click on your state. Some Extension Centers have Master 

Gardeners who are available by telephone and in person to help you 

identify bugs that can pose hazards to your yard and your family. 

Lastly, visit the MCCS Henderson Hall website, www.mcchh. 

com, New Parent Support Program (NPSP) page to learn about 

our new playgroup that meets at Indian Head and a new “Lunch 

and Learn,” for parents with children under age five. 

Ms. Waters is a New Parent Support Program Home Visitor 

Behavioral Health Branch 

Marine & Family Services, MCCS Henderson Hall 

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[SMP] 

[TELEPHONE NUMBERS & HOURS OF OPERATION] 

Single 

Marine 

Program 

July 

12 SMP Meeting, 3 PM, SMP Lounge 

12 Movie Night at the Pool, dusk, Zembiec Pool 

17 O’s vs. Indians Baseball Game, 11 AM, Baltimore, MD 

23 Saturday Night at the Movies, dusk,SMP Coutyard 

26 Movie Night at the Pool, dusk, Zembiec Pool 

26 Christ House Volunteer, 4 PM, Washington, DC 

August 


14 O’s vs. Tigers Baseball Game, 10:30 AM, Baltimore, MD 

16 Movie Night, dusk, SMP Courtyard 


27 Terrapin Adventure, noon, Savage, MD 

September 


10 Kings Dominion, 10 AM, Roswell, VA 


13 Movie Night, dusk, SMP Courtyard 

21 SMP Luau, 5 PM, SMP Lounge 


29 AFAC, 6 PM, Arlington Food Assistance Center 

MCCS Henderson Hall 

Administrative Offices* 

Bldg. 25 Keith Hall 

703-979-8420 ext. 323 

Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM 

Barber Shop 

Bldg. 31 “The Shoppes” 

703-271-8177 


Saturday 9:30 AM – 3 PM 

Sunday 11 AM – 3 PM 

Career Resource Management Center 

Bldg. 29 

703-614-6828 


Gear Issue 

Bldg. 27 Smith Gym 

703-693-4731 

Monday – Friday 9 AM – 4 PM 

Health Promotions 

Bldg. 27 Smith Gym 

703-614-5959 

Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 5 PM 

Information, Tickets & Tours 


703-979-8420 ext. 116 


Saturday 9 AM – 1 PM 

Java Café 

Bldg. 26 

571-463-1962 

Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 3 PM 

Saturday 9 AM –3 PM 


Marine and Family Services 

Bldg. 12 

703-614-7200 


Marine Club 

Bldg. 21 

703-614-2125 

Monday – Friday Lunch 11 AM – 2 PM 

Monday – Thursday Bar ‘til 8 PM 

Friday Bar ‘til 11 PM, DJ at 7 PM 

Marine Corps Exchange 

Bldg. 26 

703-979-8420 




Marine Corps Family Team Building 

Bldg. 28, 2F 

703-693-4840 


Marine Mart at Eighth & I 

202-433-2848 


Saturday and Sunday 11 AM – 4:30 PM 

Military Clothing Sales 

Temporary Building on the PT Field 

703-979-8420 ext. 104 



Semper Fit Administration* 

Bldg. 25 Keith Hall 

703-693-1591 


Single Marine Program 

703-614-4947 

Daily 10 AM – 10 PM 

Smith Gym 

Bldg. 27 

703-614-7214 


Saturday 7:30 AM – 6 PM 

Sunday 9:30 AM – 6 PM 

The Vineyard Wine & Spirits 


703-979-8420 ext. 105 




Zembiec Pool 

Bldg. 11 

703-693-7351 

Summer Hours 



Sunday Noon – 6 PM 

Check website for seasonal hours 

Visit us Online 

• sales 

• photo gallery 

• news 

• hours of operation 

• locations 

• weekly e-mail newsletter 

• ITT info 

• in-depth information 

about our family programs 


Lifelong Learning Center 

Bldg. 29 

703-614-9104 


*These activities are moving 

to Bldg. 29 over the summer. 


The Marine Corps Exchange is sporting a brand new look! Exterior work 

is nearly complete, and, inside, renovations are continuing throughout the 

summer and early autumn. In ealy July, the just-completed third floor will 

open, and the first floor will close for renovation. All retail activities remain 

open during renovation. In October, all departments will be moved one last 

time into their final locations. Grand opening is scheduled November 17.

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