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Contents 

Base.................................Page Base.................................Page 

Andrews AFB ...............2 

Andrews phone directory .....7 

Fort Belvoir phone directory ...8 

Fort Lee phone directory ......8 

Fort Meade ................12 

Fort Meade phone directory ..15 

Fort Myer/Fort McNair.......16 

Fort Detrick phone directory ..18 

Henderson Hall,VA.........19 

Henderson Hall phone directory 20 

Naval Air Station 

Patuxent,MD..............20 

NAS Patuxent phone directory 21 

NavalSupport Activity Annapolis 23 

Annapolisphone directory ...26 

Oktoberfest .............16-17 

NavalSupport Activity Anacostia.31 

NSAW phone directory ......36 

NavalSupport Facility Dahlgren .37 

NSF Dahlgren phone directory 39 

USCG SectorNewYork. ......40 

New York phone directory. ...41 

NDW .....................43 

The NationalZoo 

Funforthe Whole Family ....46 

Wehave 

fall ‘en head 

over heels 

in 2007… 

Your fiveMilitary serviceswelcome you 

todiscovery the exciting fall programsand 

activitiesplanned. 

Wecontinue to hope that this publication 

keepsyouinformed of the wonderful 

programs, facilities and events that are 

offered byall the servicesin the Maryland, 

Virginia, District of Columbia and New 

Yorklocations. 

FORECAST 

AJointServicesMarketing Committee Publication 

Ihavebeen the editorof the Forecast for 

two years and every edition continues to 

develop intoabiggerand betteredition. 

This month Iwould like to thank Erna 

Petrich for her freelance article on 

NationalZoo in Washington,DC. 

Thank you for your continued support 

and Iwishyoua‘Fall’tastic2007! 

FORECAST Publisher 

Mr.John Rives 

Comprint Military Publications 

(301) 670-2680 

jrives@gazette.net 

FORECAST Editor 

Ms. Janiah Miles 

NAS Patuxent River 

(301) 342-3214 

janiah.miles@navy.mil 

Circulation of 90,000 printed by offset as acivilian enterprise 

quarterly magazine for installations within the National Capital 

Region by Comprint Military Publications, a division of The 

Gazette. Comprint Military Publications is located at 9030 

Comprint Court, Gaithersburg, MD 20877. Telephone (301) 

921-2800. 

Editorial content, including graphic art and photographs that 

support messages, new stories, and feature articles, are prepared 

in the Marketing Officesof the installationsthatcontributethe information. Letters 

and suggestions may be mailed to FORECAST Publisher, Comprint Military 

Publications,9030 Comprint Court, Gaithersburg,MD20877. 

The printer is aprivate firm innoway connected with the Department of 

Defense. Opinions expressed herein are those ofthe contributors to this Marketing 

publication, and they are not to be considered an official expression of the 

Department of Defense. The appearance ofadvertisements in this publication does 

not constitute an endorsement by the Department of Defense ofthe products or 

servicesadvertised. 

Toviewthispublication online go todcmilitary.com 

JaniahE.Miles 

PublicAffairs Specialist 

NavalAirStation PatuxentRiver


Andrews Air Force Base 

Andrews Info Briefs 

Outdoor Recreation, Bldg 1235 

Menoher Dr, Andrews AFB 

includes: 

Information, Tickets and 

Equipment Rental which has; lawn 

and garden, recreation, camping, 

fishing, boating, trailers, party and 

special events, tools and much 

more. 

Seasonal Ski Rentals 

1. Shape skis/boots/poles 

$21.50day; $34.50weekend 

$51.753-dayholidays; 

$118.25week; 

2.Snowboardand boots 

$22.00 day; $35.00 weekend; 


$121.00 week 

3.Jrskis/boots/poles 

$11.50day; $18.50weekend 


$63.25week 

Freedom Park with three group 

pavilions,“catch &release” fishing, 

aplayground and restrooms. The 

Vehicle Re-Sale Lot for cars, trucks, 

boats,motorcycles,trailers and RVs. 

The AutoHobbyShop with18bays, 

5 lifts, an engine scanner, tire 

mounting &balancing equipment 

and aqualified staff to assist. The 

coin operated CarWash, a24 hour 

operation with three high pressure 

bays, two vacuum machines and 

free air.The FAMCamp with30 full 

hookup sites, 14 electric-only sites, 

6tent sites, abathhouse, laundry, 

covered patio, indoor lounge w/ 

internet, pool table and big screen 

T.V., a group park w/horseshoes 

and free ice. 

REDSKINs tickets now on sale, 

don’tmiss the game!! 

Don’t miss our 2007 National 

ChristmasTree Tour 

Thisisariding tour withlectured 

driver/guide viewing the Christmas 

lights throughout the Washington 

DC area, including the Washington 

Monument, Capital Hill and White 

House with stops at the National 

Christmas Tree on the Ellipse, the 

Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, 

FDR andVietnamMemorials.Ifyou 

have not seen these memorials at 

night or the National Christmas 

Tree, this tour is amust. This is a 

great way tocelebrate the holidays 

withfamilyand friends. 

SAVE THE HASSLE OF DRIVING 

AND PARKING TO US!!! Must sign 

upby30November07withaminimum 

of35 people for tour to go. 

Trip will depart Bldg 1235Menoher 

Dr., Andrews AFB at 7 p.m. and 

returnaround 11 p.m. Forinformation 

on any of the above facilities, 

contactODR at(301) 981-4109. 

YouthMovie Nightisheld the second 

and fourthFridayof the month 

at 6p.m. at Andrews Youth Center. 

Children 6-12 watch a newly 

released movie on the Youth 

Center’sBig Screen. Event includes 

dinnerduring the movie and activity 

time following the show. 

Parent’sNightOut isheld the first 

Saturday of every month at the 

Child DevelopmentCenterforages 

six weeks tofive years and at the 

Youth Center for 6-12 years. 

Reservations must be made for 

either event. Contact Central 

Registration fordetailsat(301) 981- 

9981. 

A Youth Employment Skills 

Program is available to all active 

duty AirForcedependants assigned 

to or living on Andrews AFB or 

Summerfield housing. High school 

students in grades9-12volunteerat 

on-base agency while earning dollar 

credits towards a$1,000 college 

scholarship. For more information, 

contact the center at (301) 981- 

5430. 

Need Childcare? For all of your 

child care needs at Andrews AFB 

stop by the Child Care Registration 

office at 1398 Menoher Drive for 

information. The office can answer 

your childcare questions for children 

from ages6weeksthrough 12 

years. Other services available 

through the officeinclude information 

on becoming alicensed Family 

Child Care Provider and information 

regarding child careoptionsoff 

base. For additional questions or 

See BREIFS, page 6



The NFL SundayTicket and Football 

Frenzy Returns toAndrews 

C 

atch your favorite 

team Sundays 

through February 

atthe SportsPage,where 

thirteen different games 

will beshowneachSunday. 

Doors open at noon and 

closeat8p.m. 

Club Members can win big prizes from Air Force 

Servicesbyfilling out aFootball Frenzy entryform. 

Last yearAndrews'winnerattendedaregularseason 

game in Tampa, FL.Thisyearyoucanwin atrip fortwo 

to aregular season game, the Super Bowl orthe Pro 

Bowl,plus,all participants will beeligible towin one of 

ten $500 giftcards.Tripsinclude airfarefortwo,ahotel 

room, game tickets and ground transportation to any 

Services-arranged special activities and functions in 

the game city. 

Every Sundayamemberwill havethe chancetowin 

prizesduring the game of the week. *Managementwill 

designate the Game of 

the week on the weekly 

game board. 

Beforethe game,clubmembers will haveachanceto 

win cool prizeswiththe Football Toss orField GoalKick 

from 12-1 p.m. on the patio (youmust beaclubmembertowin 

prizes) 

The Sports Page will have weekly food specials each 

Sundayand youget$1 off anysizepizzawhen youwear 

your teamjerseyon game day. 

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BRIEFS 

Continued from 3 

details please call us at (301) 981- 

9981. 

LetUS knowhowwearedoing so 

we can better serve you. Fill out a 

customer comment card through 

the ICE system by logging onto the 

Services website and clicking on 

the ICE logo or go directly to 

http://ice.disa.mil. For more 

details, call the Marketing Office at 

(301) 981-5211. 

Champagne Sunday Brunch is 

held atthe Clubevery Sundayfrom 

10 a.m. to 2p.m. Avariety of delicious 

food items will be featured. 

The cost is$14.95 formembers and 

guests, $19.95 for non-members, 

$6.95 foryouthages6-10and FREE 

forchildren under6. 

Gourmet Lunch Buffets are 

offered at the Club every Monday 

through Fridayfrom 11 a.m. to1:30 

p.m. Eachdaya“new”buffetisfeatured. 

The cost is $7.95 for members 

and $9.95 fornon-members. 

Lunch Buffet at the Sports Page. 

Enjoyadelicious mealwithout having 

to travel too far.The buffet is 

featured from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Wednesday (Oriental), Thursday 

(Italian) and Friday(Smorgasbord). 

Cost is$7.95 forclubmembers and 

$8.95 fornon-members. 

Pick Up the Spotlight Magazine 

for all the latest news in Services. 

The Spotlight is available in ALL 

Services facilities and other base 

locations.Call the Marketing Office 

at (301) 981-5211 for additional 

details. 

Attention All Bowlers! Cosmic 

Bowling is Back! Plan to meet 

friends the second and fourth 

Saturdayof eachmonthfrom 9p.m. 

to midnight and bowl under the 

lights. Reservations must be made 

three days in advance. Cost is $12 

perperson and includesshoes.Call 

(301) 981-3335formoredetails. 

Planning aSpecialFunction? 

Looking for afun, hip place to hold your next event? Stop by the 

Sports Page to find out what wecan offer.Wespecialize inpromotion 

parties,retirementfunctions,farewellsand more. Call Lornaat 

(301) 981-4638formoredetails. 

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2007 “Start from Scratch” Air 

Force Club Membership Campaign 

T 

he Andrews AFB Club 

Membership drive will run 

Oct. 1-Dec. 31 this year.This 

year’s program will offer the 

Military Free Cash (MFC) rewards 

program from Chase Bank. The 

program offers two points per dollaron 

cardpurchasesmade on base 

in Services activities, the Base 

Exchange (except gas – 1 point), 

and the Commissary plus one point 

perdollaron all othercardpurchases 

for all charges off base. This 

equates into rebates for child care 

at the Child Development Center 

and Youth Center when you pay 

your bill with the Club MasterCard 

or make purchases at the 

Commissary or Base Exchange. It 

will also offer 0%intro rate for 6 

months on purchase and balance 

transfers witha“goto” rateofPrime 

+4.99%. 

An “Instant” cash award scratchoff 

ticket will be given to each new 

memberwhen theyfill out amembership 

application, (those that 

apply on-line must present aprint 

out of their on-line application to 

anauthorized clubstaff memberto 

receive their scratch off card). 

Scratch off tickets will be worth 

$100,$25,$10,and $5,all tickets are 

winners. 

Located at 1889 Arnold Avenue, 

The ClubatAndrews isaco-located 

clubofferingawide variety of services 

to its members and the 

Andrews community. 

Membership is open to all active 

duty members, Air National Guard 

and reservists and retirees along 

with DoD and federal civilian 

employees. 

Weekly services offered include 

brunch,lunchand dinner,catering 

and entertainment. Brunch is 

served on Sundayfrom 10a.m. to2 

CONTACTS for ANDREWS 


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p.m. Lunch is served weekdays 

from 11 a.m. to1:30 p.m. The widely 

proclaimed Seafood Buffet is 

served the last Wednesday of each 

monthfrom 5:30-8:30 p.m. 

The Club hosts many special 

events during the yearsuchastheir 

Easter, Mother's Day and 

Thanksgiving Day Buffets along 

with special dinners and dinner 

dancesforits members. 

Hangar One, the officer's lounge, 

is open Tuesday and Friday nights 

and Tatum's Lounge, the enlisted 

lounge is open Monday through 

Saturday with DJ's and other specialentertainment.Tatum's 

Lounge 

hosts aJazz eventthe last Thursday 

of eachmonthfrom 7-9 p.m. 

For the latest events and programs, 

call The Club information 

line at (301) 981-9082 or the 

Cashier's Cage at(301) 568-3100. 

316th Services Squadron 

Services Director ....................................(301) 981-9333 

Deputy Commander ................................(301) 981-9333 

Orderly Room ..........................................(301) 981-9333 

Human Resource Office..........................(301) 981-5614 

Marketing ................................................(301) 981-5211 

Resource Management............................(301) 981-6510 

Business Flight 

Auto Hobby..............................................(301) 981-3917 

Bowling Center........................................(301) 981-3335 

The Club..................................................(301) 568-3100 

FAMCamp ..............................................(301) 981-4109 

Golf Course ............................................(301) 981-4653 

Info, Tickets &Equipment ............(301) 981-4109/5663 

SportsPage ............................................(301) 981-4638 

Outdoor Recreation..................................(301) 981-4109 

Vet Service..............................................(240) 857-2651 

Combat Support Flight 

Dining 

Freedom Hall ..........................................(301) 981-6516 

LibertyHall ..............................................(301) 981-6548 

Fitness 

East Fitness Center ................................(301) 981-1610 

West Fitness Center................................(301) 981-7101 

Library ....................................................(301) 981-6454 

Lodging....................................................(301) 981-4614 

Family Member Programs 

Child Care Registration ............................(301) 981-9981 

Child Development Center #1..................(301) 981-3035 

Child Development Center #2..................(301) 981-3323 

JP Hoyer 

Child Development Center....................(240) 857-3197 

Family Child Care ....................................(301) 981-9881 

Youth Center Andrews..............................(301) 981-5430 

Youth Center-Summerfield ......................(301) 324-5515


Fort Belvoir 

F ORT B ELVOIR DMWR CONTACTS 

Director .....................................................(703) 805-2532 

Fax.............................................................(703) 805-4122 

Administration Officer.................................(703) 805-2532 

Quality and Organizational 

Development .............................................(703) 805-3390 

ACAP..........................................................(703) 805-9247 

Army Community Services Division 

Information.................................................(703) 805-4590 

Family Advocacy.........................................(703) 805-3980 

Army Emergency Relief...............................(703) 805-2606 

New Parent Support Group.........................(703) 805-3339 

EFMP .........................................................(703) 805-2967 

AFTB .........................................................(703) 805-5556 

Employment Readiness Program................(703) 805-2605 

Relocation Readiness.................................(703) 805-3436 

Financial Readiness Program......................(703) 805-2606 

Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator..............(703) 805-4152 

Child and Youth Services 

CYS Coordinator.........................................(703) 805-9148 

SPS/FCC Director.......................................(703) 805-9134 

SPS Central Registration ...............(703) 805-9114/16/18 

South Post CDC................................(703) 806-4347-4344 

NorthPost CDC ...............................(703) 806-6540/5098 

Youth Services...........................................(703) 805-4515 

School Age Services..................................(703) 805-9100 

Youth SportsDirector.......................(703) 805-9139/1257 

Morale, Welfare and Recreation 

Business Operations Chief..........................(703)-805-3694 

Community Recreation Chief.......................(703)-805-9472 

MWR Programs..........................................(703) 805-1134 

Marketing...................................................(703) 805-4137 

NAF Financial Office...................................(703) 805-2965 

NAF Personnel Office.......................(703) 704-4872/3032 

Unit Funds..................................................(703) 805-4102 

Bowling Center 

Information.................................................(703) 805-2991 

Pro Shop....................................................(703) 805-2991 

Community Club 

Information.................................................(703) 780-0962 

Catering .....................................................(703) 780-0962 

Fitness Centers 

Graves Fitness Center................................(703) 806-5368 

The Body Shop...........................................(703) 806-3100 

Specker Field House..................................(703) 806-3057 

Golf Facility North 36 

Clubhouse..................................................(703) 806-5878 

Play Coordinator.........................................(703) 806-5899 

Tee Time Registrations...............................(703) 806-5892 

Golf Facility South 9 

Clubhouse..................................................(703) 806-4561 

Tee Time Reservations...............................(703) 806-5917 

Kawamura Community Center 

Information................................................(703) 806-4655 

Auto Shop .................................................(703) 806-4088 

Frame Shop ..............................................(703) 806-4655 

The General’s Store (Plaques &Trophies)..(703) 806-4659 

Wood Shop................................................(703) 806-4654 

Fort Belvoir Lodging 

Reservations.............................................1-800-295-9750 

Reservations....................................(703) 704-8300/8600 

Lodging Manager........................................(703) 704-8000 

Customer Service.......................................(703) 704-8700 

Marina 

Information.................................................(703) 805-3745 

Officers’ Club 

Information.................................................(703) 780-0930 

Catering.......................(703) 780-0930 Ext: 608/609/610 

Outdoor Recreation 

Equipment Issue........................................(703) 805-3081 

Archery Center...........................................(703) 805-3688 

Hunting Check Center.................................(703) 805-2538 

Pools 

Benyaurd Indoor Pool .................................(703) 805-2620 

Outdoor Pool #1.........................................(703) 805-2853 

Outdoor Pool #3.........................................(703) 806-5013 

Sosa Community Center 

Information.................................................(703) 805-3714 

ITR .............................................................(703) 805-3714 

Van Noy Library 

Information.................................................(703) 806-3323 

Reference...................................................(703) 806-3321 

Veterinarian Services .................................(703) 805-4336 

Fort Lee 

MWR Phone Directory 

MWR Director......................................................804-734-7195 

ArmyCommunity Service....................................804-734-6388 

AutoCrafts..........................................................804-734-6859 

Bowling Center....................................................804-734-6860 

Child/YouthServicesDivision ..............................804-765-3848 

CentralRegistration ............................................804-765-3852 

Child DevelopmentCenter ..................................804-765-3765 

School Liaison Officer..........................................804-765-3857 

School Age Services............................................804-765-3758 

YouthCenter ......................................................804-765-3763 

YouthSports........................................................804-765-3759 

Clubs- 

The HideAway ....................................................804-765-2064 

Lee Club ............................................................804-734-7547 

RegimentalClub..................................................804-765-1523 

Fitness Centers-Clark..........................................804-765-3635 

MacLaughlin ......................................................804-765-3070 

CardinalGolf Club ..............................................804-734-2899 

Lee Playhouse ....................................................804-734-6629 

Lodging ..............................................................804-733-4100 

MWR Marketing ..................................................804-734-6524 

OutdoorRecreation ............................................804-765-2212 

RegimentalRest &Recreation Center..................804-734-6619 

PicturePerfectFrame Shop ................................804-734-6137 

Battle DrivePool..................................................804-734-6747 

Sports Office ......................................................804-765-3056 

Veterinary Clinic..................................................804-734-2446


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Fort Meade 

Around the greens at 

The Courses—Fort Meade 

Calendarof Activities 

In September , check for our 

Aeration Specials.Gotoour website 

www.ftmeadegolf.com orcall our 

Pro Shop for dates and details 

on this 

In October ,the calendar is 

full. Join the fun and play in 

our Fall 4-person scramble 

golf outing on the 6th. …The 

USO partnership Classic on 

Wed., Oct. 10at 9a.m., will be 

played to support the troops 

and families. Contact the USO 

at (703) 696-4827…and, on Oct 

24, join us for the final 

Commanders Cup golf outing of 

the season. There will be lots of 

prizes, good food and fun onthe 

course in a 4 person scramble/ 

captains choice format. Sponsored 

byMWR and Comcast. 

The annualTurkeyShootisscheduled 

for Nov.10-11. Come out and 

win aturkeyforthe holiday’s. 

On Dec.1,put on your warmclothesand join us 

on the coursesforour annualSnowmanScramble. 

Laterin the month, Breakfast withSanta isa 

special treat for the kids. Go to 

ftmeademwr.com to check for details as 

the datedraws closer. 

OtherNews 

The ClubhouseatThe Coursesfeaturesbreakfast 

and lunchdailyand 

complete catering services for all 

your office/unit needs. The 

HolidayPartyseason isrightaround 

the corner.Westronglysuggest that 

youbook your partyearly. 

Looking for aholiday gift for that 

specialsomeone in your life? Visitthe 

Pro Shop at The Courses Fort Meade. 

Wehaveawide selection of golf equipment 

and clothing and best of all— 

thereisno salestax! 

Always go to www.ftmeademwr.com 

toverifythe dates,times,and location of 

the events and programs on Ft. Meade 

highlighted in thismagazine. 

“NOTHING SAYS LOVING, LIKE 

SOMETHING FROM YOU!” 

By Serle-alan Wise, 

General Arts &Information 

Specialist 

Anyone can buy mass-produced 

gifts, but unique gifts are 

greatly appreciated, but it is the 

personal gift that is truly cherished 

by the recipient. Nothing is 

more personal that agift that has 

been hand-crafted withlove. This 

year, why not make something 

specialforsomeone.Theywill relishthe 

time and effort,and realize 

that they have a“one of akind” 

item. There isstill time to begin 

your creations. 

The Arts &Crafts Center features 

three fully-equipped craft 

shopsforwood working,ceramics 

and framing! The Center’s 

Learning Center features furni- 

See Loving, page 9


Fort Meade 

LOVING 


ture building, wooden bowl turning, youth or 

adultceramics,slip pouring,basicframing and 

matcutting,drawing and acrylicpainting,card 

and tagmaking,scrapbook orcrop classes. 

If you are out of time, the Arts & Craft’s 

Engraving Centerhasmanyuniquegifts which 

canbepersonalized withengraving. The center 

isable toengraveonglass,acrylic, wood,brass 

and manyothermediums.Getgiftdesksets, 

flag orshadow boxes, clocks or novelty 

items and then make them special. 

The Arts &Craft’sCustom Framing 

Center will have cherished photos 

or prints turned into pieces 

of art to be appreciated for a 

very long time. 

Everyone has “what tobuy” someone 

on their list. Come to the Arts &Crafts 

Center’sArt Gallery forelegantlyframed collectable 

works of art. Numbered historical 

military art dominates the center’swalls, as 

well asmanyotheritemsorideas. 

The Arts&Crafts Centerislocated in the Fort 

Meade MWR’s Jenkins Center; a valuable 

multi-purposefacility and featuresthree major 

MWR facilities; The Arts &Crafts Center,Auto 

SkillsCenter,and the Information,Tickets and 

ReservationsOffice. Fortheseand manyother 

giftinspirations,call (301) 677-7809orstop by 

the JenkinsCenter,6530 YorkAvenueonFort 

George G.Meade,Maryland. 

Don’tjust buy it,make someone 

anheirloom thisyear! 

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By Serle-alan Wise, 

General Arts &Information Specialist 

T 

he Fort Meade MWR’sInformation,Tickets & 

Reservations Office (ITR) has helpful holiday 

ideas galore; from gift ideas toexciting holiday 

excursions.Summermaybehot,but thatiswhen the 

Fort Meade ITR office begins their holiday specialties. 

Thereisalways somuchtodo,and solittle time;the ITR 

officeisthe placetobegin when making your autumn 

orwinterholidayplans. 

Movies are great, but nothing ismore astounding 

thanseeing a“live” performance. NewYorkCity’sRadio 

City Music Hall will present their 75th annual 

“Christmas Spectacular” featuring the world-famous 

Rockettes this year. The Fort Meade ITR office has a 

special trip planned onFriday,Dec. 14, that features 

transportation and orchestraseating tothisbreath-taking 

extravaganza! 

Patrons looking for more local entertainment will 

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Fort Meade 

MUCH TO DO,SOLITTLE TIME: 

HELPFUL HOLIDAY HINTS! 

D o a 

s to p b y 

lo t in v e r y lit tle tim e ; 

IT R f o r s o m e h o lid a y h e lp ! 

find other venues 

available at ITR, such as; 

Toby’s Dinner Theatres. 

Known for excellent meals and 

stellarperformances,Toby’sDinnerTheatresarelocated 

in BaltimoreorColumbiaMaryland and ITR hasdiscounted 

tickets available for both facilities. See 

Broadwayshows suchas“Dreamgirls!” or“Titanic: The 

Musical” through Nov.11or“HolidayHotNostalgia”or 

“The Sound Of Music” beginning in mid-November. 

ITR also has discounted tickets for Disney’s“High 

See Holiday ,page 13 

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FORECAST •Fall 2007 13 

Fort Meade 

HOLIDAY 


School Musical;The IceTour”thatwill runNov.1to4at 

the First MarinerArenain Baltimore. 

The romance and chivalry of the sixteenth century 

comes alive inMaryland for all to experience. Every 

night families can witness ajousting tournament and 

enjoy hearty “renaissance” dinner at Medieval Times. 

King HenryVIII invitesthe entirefamilytothe village of 

Revel Grove for live jousting, dazzling entertainment, 

games, rides, crafts, music and medieval foods! Be 

transported back in time and experience the 

Renaissance. The Maryland Renaissance Festival runs 

through Oct.21inthe woodsof Crownsville,Maryland 

and istrulyone of the area’smost uniqueexperiences. 

ITR hasdiscounted admission tickets tobothvenues. 

Holiday gift shopping can be adreaded experience, 

but ITR can help! Nothing compares toholiday shopping 

in the “Big Apple”withlavishwindowdisplays and 

classicstoressuchasMacy’s,Saks5thAvenueand FAO 

Schwartz!Savethe hasslesof high gasprices,tolls,parking 

and driving toour deluxebus service. Come aboard, 

relaxand shop in Manhattan. ITR hasadaytrip slated 

foreachmonth! 

Looking for some family outing that is truly unique, 

yet very different for Thanksgiving or the December 

holidays thisyear,think ColonialWilliamsburg! ITR has 

discounted passesand thiscolonialtownvibrateswith 

the holiday spirit; both in decorations and special 

events. 

GreatgiftideasareplentifulatITR.The annualWhite 

HouseChristmasornamentorthe 2008Entertainment 

DiscountCoupon Book will satisfymanyon your shopping 

list. Give someone special something to look forwardtoafterthe 

holidayrushand makesavery impressive 

gift at the same time. Surprise your spouse with 

tickets foraspecialSki Weekend Get-awayin February 

2008. 

For these and many other 

greatideas,call (301) 677- 

7354 or stop by the 

Information, 

Tickets & 

Reservations 

(ITR) Office, 

6530 York Avenue 

on Fort George G. 

Meade,Maryland. 

Weknow your time is valuable. 

That’s why we’ve invested in 

CEREC technology that allows 

for afaster experience when you 

need crowns,fillings or veneers. 

With CEREC,there’s usually 

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Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 8-5, Wed. &Fri., 7-2 

www.stringhamdental.com


Fort Meade 

Volunteers Needed at Fort Meade 

M 

uchlike the waysteel reinforcesconcretetomake astructurestrong,the workofvolunteers strengthens 

acommunity.Volunteers serveinvarious capacitiesand theircontributionstothe Fort George G.Meade 

community areimmeasurable.Volunteeringisn’tsimplynicetodo,itisnecessary tomaintain servicesin 

the community.Whatwould our lives,our communities,our countrybelike without people from all walksof lifepeople 

from small businesses, faith-based organizations, low income communities, families, youth, and older 

adults-volunteering toextendahelping hand tothoseinneed? 

Volunteer opportunities are widespread throughout 

the Fort Meade community. Some ofthese opportunities 

include the American Red Cross, Library, Army 

Community Service, Child and Youth Services, Tax 

Center,ThriftShop,and Artsand Crafts Center. 

The process forbecoming avolunteerisafairlysimple 

one.The first step isforthe potentialvolunteertocontact 

the InstallationVolunteer Coordinator who will provide 

the volunteer with volunteer forms that must be completed 

prior tothe commencement of services. These 

forms must be signed by the agency accepting the volunteer.Acopy 

of these forms must be forwarded to the 

VolunteerOfficetoofficially“register”the individualasa 

volunteer.Afteravolunteerbecomesregistered he orshe 

maybegin volunteering,making suretodocumenttheir 

hours worked. Anyone interested in volunteering can 

contactthe VolunteerOfficeat(301) 677-5590. 

988718 

FLEA MARKET 

atFort Meade 

On Sept. 15and Oct. 20, from 7a.m.-2 p.m., 

Fort Meade opens its gates tothe general public 

for the Ft Meade Flea Market. Over 100 vendors 

selling both new and used items including baby 

items, electronics, crafts, clothing, antiques plus 

muchmore! Spacesare$15 foran8’x8’ spaceand 

include 1table and 2chairs. 

The general public may enter through the 

Llewellyn gate off RT 175 across from Okinawa 

restaurant. From RT 32 it is the first gate onthe 

leftand from RT 295 itisthe last gateonthe right. 

The Pavilion iscompletelycovered,sothe event 

happensrain orshine! 

If you are interested in becoming avendor at 

the event please visit our website at 

www.ftmeademwr.com/specials/specialevents 

and clickononline payment. Pleaseletusknow 

what items you will be selling in the comments 

section. 

SpareTime News from 

The LanesFort Meade 

On Sun., Oct. 14, will be hosting a 

Columbia Demo Day.Come on 

out for acup ofSeattle’sBest, a 

donut, and a chance to roll 

Columbia’slatest balls. 

On Sun., Nov.18, The Lanes Fort 

Meade will host the Free State Bowling Tour as well a 

Hammer Demo Day.Demo Day is free to all participants; 

therewill bediscounted pricing on all Hammer 

products. Come out for achance to sample the No 

MercyBeat’n. 

Everyday,we serve Seattle’sBest Coffee, lattes, and 

cappuccinos. Come enjoy afreshly baked oversized 

muffin ordonut atthe Pin DeckCafé. We’realsoopen 

forbreakfast 7days aweek. 

Gotowww.ftmeadebowling.com forhours of operation 

orcall (301) 677.5541.


Directorate ofMorale, Welfare, &Recreation at Fort George G. Meade 

Community Operations Division 

Administration .........................................................301.677.5502 

The Courses—Fort Meade.......................................301.677.4333 

The Lanes –Fort Meade...........................................301.677.5541 

Club Meade.............................................................301.677.6969 

Army Lodging...........................................................301.677.5660 

Veterinary Clinic.......................................................301.677.1300 

BOSS ......................................................................301.677.4838 

Special Events ..............................................301.677.7785/3912 

Small Business Operations Division 

Outdoor Recreation..................................................301.677.3810 

Camp Meade RV Park.............................................301.677.6196 

Burba Park Reservations.........................................301.677.6196 

Equipment Rental..........................................301.677.3825/3810 

RV Storage Lot..............................................301.677.3825/3810 

Greenhouse.............................................................301.677.5880 

Family Pet Care Center............................................301.677.4059 

Arts&Crafts Center......................................301.677.3217/7809 

Auto Skills Center....................................................301.677.5542 

Info, Tickets, &Reservations...................................301.677.7354 

Athletics &Fitness 

Director...................................................................301.677.5822 

Gaffney Fitness Center............................................301.677.3716 

Murphy Field House.................................................301.677.2402 

Intramural Sports....................................................301.677.4517 

Aquatics..................................................................301.677.7916 

PetCareatFort Meade 

The FamilyPetCareCenterisamust if youown 

dogs and cats. Wehave the capacity to board 11 

cats and 28 dogs. Each dog has it’sown climate 

controlled indoor out door run, with automatic 

waterers.The cats haveindividualcozy catcondos, 

most with aview outside. Boarding is available 

from one daytosixmonths. 

Weoffer full service grooming as well as do-ityourself 

bathing. Wealso provide doggie daycare 

for those over-energetic dogs whose parent work 

during the dayorjust like tosocialize. 

While youarehereyoucanpurchaseawide variety 

of pet items from the retail shop. The assortmentincludeseverything 

from grooming supplies, 

toys,treats,collars and leashestohealthcareproducts.Wewill 

specialorderitemson request. 

Call and speaktoour friendly,caring staff forcurrent 

pricing and availability at (301) 677-4059. All 

services are by appointment only.Our hours of 

operation are Mon.-Fri. 9a.m. -5:30 p.m., Sat. 9 

a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. 3-6 p.m. Daycare 

hours 7:30 a.m.-6 

p.m. 

Army Community Service 

Army Emergency Relief; Consumer Affairs &Financial Planning; 

Exceptional Family Member; Relocation Assistance; Family 

Advocacy; Employment Assistance; Army Family Action Plan; Army 

Family Team Building; Information &Referral; &Installation 

Volunteer Program...................................................301.677.5590 

Child and Youth Services 

Administration..........................................................301.677.4808 

CYS Central Registration..........................................301.677.1149 

Child Development Center #1..................................301.677.5201 



Family Child Care.....................................................301.677.1160 

School Age Services................................................301.677.1245 

Middle School Program............................................301.677.1437 

Teen Center.............................................................301.677.6054 

Youth Services.........................................................301.677.1437 

School Liaison Officer..............................................301.677.1227 

SKIES Instructional Programs..................................301.677.1196 

Sports&Fitness Programs......................................301.677.1179 

Administration ................................................................................ 

Library.............................................................301.677.459/5522 

NAF Personnel .........................................................301.677.6660 

NAF Financial Management......................................301.677.4177 

Marketing and Advertising........................................301.677.2988 

Services Division .....................................................301.677.7790 

Director........................................................................................... 

Secretary.................................................................301.677.6111 

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Fort Myer and Fort McNair 

RushHour: StressesSome,SparesOthers 

If you live inthe Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area 

then youarenostrangertositting in traffic.According 

to Forbes Magazine, in 2006 the metro area claimed 

third place for having the worst traffic in the nation, 

being beaten by San Francisco and Los Angeles. It is 

hard to imagine that it gets much worse than this, 

whereresidents havebeen knowntositin three hours 

of traffic to get home. It seems, however,that there is 

relief tothisdebacle. 

Spates Community Club and the Fort Myer Military 

Community MWR haveabetterideaof howyoushould 

be spending your Rush Hour. Held every week on 

Thursdayand Fridayatthe PatriotSportsZone,inside 

of Spates, is‘Rush Hour.’ This event invites those who 

would otherwisebesitting in trafficand thosewho are 

always looking foragreatwaytospend theirafternoon 

to take abreather from the rat race from 4:30 to 6:30 

p.m. During thistime RushHour and the PatriotSports 

Zone offer music, billiards, darts, delicious food and 

specialdrink pricestohelp commuters oranyone else 

avoid unnecessary stress and haveagood time. 

Let’slook atsome scenariostotryand determine how 

youcould spend your time. Option A: Spend anhour of 

your time totravel one mile on Interstate95,orOption 

B: Spend the hour meeting new people and beating 

them numerous times on the pool table. Option A: 

Spend your precious time listening tothe engine of the 

tractor trailer in the next lane while smelling its 

exhaust, or Option B: SAVE GAS, listen to the freshest 

See Rush ,page 17 

0993393 

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Whatwould youdo forRedskinstickets? 

C 

an you picture it? The initials 

of MWR-Morale, Welfare and 

Recreation, for the uninitiated-spelled 

out in pepperoni on a 

pizza, or aphoto ofthat winning 

eightball in the cornerpocketmade 

at Ft. Myer Rec Center pool tables. 

This is the type of documentation the folks at MWR 

Marketing are looking for with anew scavenger hunt 

designed to draw attention to the variety of activities 

underthe MWR umbrella. 

Thisisn’tthe type of scavengerhuntwhereeverybody 

gathers foranafternoon and isgiven asetof cluesthat 

guide them in acquiring agaggle of hidden objects 

scattered across alandscape.It’saleisurely,self-directed 

diversion where participants consult alist of rules 

and regulations on the MWR Web site before heading 

out to complete aseries of tasks that show how they 

interactwithMWR activitiesand venues. 

The prizes? Three pair of tickets to see the Redskins 

playthe Steelers,the Ravensand the Cowboys on Aug. 

18,25,and Dec.30,respectively.The contest hasthree 

tiers, so contestants vying for the Steelers tickets must 

acquire the first five items on the Web site list by Aug. 

16. An additional five items are required for 

Redskins/Ravens tickets on Aug. 23 and all 20 

requirements must be met by Dec. 20 for the 

Redskins/Cowboys match-up, arguably the most coveted 

of the football tickets being offered. Contestants 

must present proof of having 

met their taskings on the above 

dates by bringing the necessary 

evidence to the Patriot Sports 

Zone forverification. 

“If people get into it they’ll 

really have a lot of fun,” said 

DaveCampion,MWR MarketingSpecialist.Hesaid the 

idea came out of brainstorming session MWR staffers 

had to highlight the breadth ofMWR entertainment 

optionsavailable in the Fort MyerMilitary Community. 

Oncecontestants haveacquired the itemsnecessary 

for acertain set of tickets, their names will be entered 

into adrawing for those tickets. There could be five 

people or fifteen, said Campion, depending on the 

numberof people entering the contest. 

“Even if youdo the first twotiers [and don’twin anything],”headd,“youstill 

haveittouseforthe third.” 

Some of the taskingrequired towin the Redskinstickets 

include having aphoto taken of yourself enjoying 

the post fitness center or cavorting in the community 

pool. There’s abook question (Hint: the Fort Myer 

librarian can help you) and arequest to name three 

moviesthatcanbeborrowed from the community center’sfilm 

archive. 

Additionalinformation on the scavengerhuntcanbe 

found at the Web site www.fmmcmwr.com/hunt.htm. 

Don’tletalittle funstand between youand FREE tickets 

toaRedskinsgame. 

RUSH 


music around while smelling delicious food. Ok, last 

one; Option A: Watching grass grow, or Option B: 

Digging ahole.Well, so noone is really awinner with 

the last scenario,but if youpicked mostlyB’sthen don’t 

beshyabout choosing the RushHour thatwon’tstress 

youout! 

RushHour,held inside the PatriotSportsZone,offers 

patrons the experience ofany superior sports bar.Big 

screen plasmatelevisionsrunning ESPN HD,darts,billiards 

and video games, great food like “Heisman 

Burgers” and “Stadium Fries”,and asmoking lounge. 

ThereisalsoaFantasy Football machine tocreateand 

trackyour fantasy NFL teams. 

Sinceithasbeen open,PatriotSportsZone hashosted 

events such as UFC Fight Night, Right Arm Night, 

numerous Open MicNights,and of course,RushHour. 

Spates Community Club is anon-membership Club 

serving all military and DoD/Federalcivilianpersonnel 

aswell astheirguests.All areinvited totake full advantage 

of the benefits provided with nodues or cover 

charges! 

The PatriotSportsZone wascreated forsoldiers atthe 

request of soldiers.The ideaforadedicated sportsbar 

for the Fort Myer Military Community came about in 

late2005and wasquicklyput intomotion tobecome a 

reality. The project was completed the following year 

and opened in May2006.Sincethen,the PatriotSports 

Zone hasbeen ahuge fixtureofthe Fort MyerMilitary 

Community and,combined withRushHour,isagreat 

location to meet current friends and an even better 

placetomeetnewones!Stop byand checkus out Rush 

Hour inside SpatesCommunity Clubon McNairRoad, 

orcall at(703)527-1300/02. 

In today’sfast-paced society it seems harder and 

hardertojust sitbackand relax; sowhen youareleaving 

work onThursday or Friday afternoon, take a 

minute and think about what would be more enjoyable,being 

in your carorbeing atthe bar!



Ft. Myer/Ft McNair 

MWR Directory 

Army Community Service (ACS) ............................(703) 696-3510 

Auto Crafts............................................................(703) 696-3387 

Better Opportunities 

for Single Servicemembers (BOSS).......................(703) 607-6008 

Bowling Center.......................................................(703)528-4766 

Catering: 

Fort Myer Officers’ Club........................................(703) 524-0200 

Fort McNair Officers’ Club.....................................(202) 484-5800 

Spates Community Club........................................(703) 527-1302 

Child Development Center (CDC)...........................(703) 524-7000 

Clubs: 

Fort Myer Officers’ Club........................................(703) 524-7000 

Fort McNair Officers’ Club.....................................(202) 484-5800 

Spates Community Club........................................(703) 527-1300 

Director of MWR....................................................(703) 696-3305 

Library .................................................................(703) 696-3555 

Lodging .............................................................(703) 696-3576/7 

Marketing..............................................................(703) 696-3419 

Commercial Sponsorship .....................................(703) 696-8865 

Pools: (open Memorial –Labor Day weekends) 

Fort Myer Officers’ Club Pool.................................(703) 524-7000 

Fort Myer Community Pool ....................................(703) 696-3226 

Recreation Center/ITR Office.................................(703) 696-3470 

Fitness Centers: 

Fort Myer..........................................................(703) 696-7867/8 

Fort McNair...........................................................(202) 685-3117 

Tennis (Seasonal Hours): 

Fort Myer Officers’ Club Courts.............................(703) 243-3113 

Fort Myer Community Courts.................................(703) 696-7867 

Fort McNair Courts ...............................................(202) 685-3138 

Youth Services ...........................................(703) 696-3728/3712 

Fort Myer Military Community 

Fort Myer,Arlington, Virginia 

Fort Lesley J. McNair,Washington, D.C. 

Morale, Welfare, &Recreation (MWR) facilities are available to all active duty and retired military personnel, 

National Guard and Reserves, DoD and Federal civilian employees and their dependent family members. 

Visit our website at www.FMMCMWR.com 

986575 

C LUB 

M EADE... 

Weddings are 

our specialty! 

We’re here 

for YOU! 

Come Have Lunch with Us! 

Tuesdaythrough Fridayin the GreenhouseRestaurantwe 

offeramouthwatering all-you-can-eatluncheon buffet 

thatincludesbeverage and dessert.Custom-made, 

overstuffed sandwichesavailable through menuservice. 

Champagne Sunday Brunch 

Over 40 items on the buffet each week to include hot and 

cold entrees, carving &custom breakfast stations, and a 

large salad and dessert bar,too. Included in the meal isa 

glass of champagne for each adultin the party.This is 

the best Sunday Brunch inthe area. 

Club Membership 

Not Required. 

Catering &Wedding Dining 

Letushelp you plan your occasion toremember.Our 

experienced staff will help make it easy on your nerves 

and your wallet. 

6600 Mapes Road, Fort Meade, MD20755 

301.677.6969 or410.674.0204 

Mongolian Barbecue 

Returned bypopular popular demand. demand. You build Youit, build we will it, work we 

it toperfection. 

will work ittoperfection. 

Club Meade is open to all DoD IDcard holders (military, civilian, retired, or family member) and their guests. Club membership is not required.


A 

sthe leaves begin to turn, Henderson Hall 

turns toits talented staff of recreation planners 

for activities Marines in the National 

CapitalRegionarecertain toenjoy.September 

brings the start of the fall sports schedule, which consists 

thisyearof indoorsoccer,intramuralflagfootball, 

and intramural basketball. The season runs through 

Decemberand isfree toparticipating teams. 

Speaking of sports,Henderson Hall’sITTOfficehasa 

limited numberof Redskinstickets forsale available on 

the 15thofthe monthforactiveduty Marines(the 16th 

for all other authorized patrons) preceding the month 

in whichthe gamesareplayed.Pricesrange from $60 to 

$115. ITT is located on the ground floor of the Marine 

CorpsExchange,next toCustomerService. 

OntapforSat.,Oct.6,isHenderson Hall’sOktoberfest 

in Marine Club. Featuring live entertainment and 

authenticGermancuisine,thiseventpromisestobea 

good time forall. Dancethe ChickenDanceand join in 

the sing-along of Germanfavorites.Doorprizeswill be 

awarded throughout the evening,and everyone gets an 

Oktoberfest favor.Tickets go on sale September 1at 

Marine Cluband ITT. 

Friday night, Oct. 12, Semper Fit puts on the fights 

with aBoxing Brawl highlighting inter-service rivalry. 

Everyone isinvited tosee amateur boxingatits best in 

Smith Gym-free! Later in October,adults are welcome 

atthe Halloween partyheld on the 31st in Marine Club. 

As always, there will be prizes for the best costume, 

refreshments,entertainment-ahowling good time! The 

eventisfree. 

Aprogramofnoteduring the “season of giving” isthe 

Adopt-a-Family Program administered by Marine and 

Family Services. National CapitalRegion Marine familieswho 

areexperiencing financialhardship atthe holiday 

season are encouraged to become aware ofthis 

program,whichprovidesafood basketatThanksgiving 

and gifts forthe holidays.Thosewho wishtobesponsored 

or tosponsor afamily may contact Marine and 

Family Services at (703) 614-7200 or visit www.mccshh.com/Adopt-A-Family_Program.pdf. 

Sponsors may 

beindividuals,families,worksections,orothergroups. 

Haven’tvisited The Vineyard yet? Well come by and 

see the expansiveselection of wine and spirits,and our 

cool beer cave, stocked with your favorite brews. 

Accessories, fine cigars, and gift bags round out the 

product selection, which our customers tell us is the 

best in the region. On Nov.15, we welcome this year’s 

BeaujolaisNouveauwithaspeciallunchtime event. 

Shoppers:markyour calendarforSat.,Nov.17.That’s 

the day all serious shoppers in the National Capital 

Region will be at Henderson Hall’s Marine Corps 

Exchange for great savings, 

early-bird specials, and the 

best holiday gift merchandise 

at the best 

pricesaround. 

Heading into the holiday 

season, Marine Club 

hosts its much-anticipated 

Breakfast with Santa on 

Saturday, December 1, 

and Mrs. Santa’s 

BakeshoponSat.,Dec.8.Held 

in Marine Club, these two 

children-centric events 

provide a good time— 

bring your kids or 

grandkids! 

Semper Fit puts 

on the Jingle Bell 

Jog, a fun run/walk 

on Wed., Dec. 5.This is 

your chancetodon holidaygearand 

runlike areindeerorwalk 

forthe funof 

it. Participants will also 

receive a tee-shirt for 

participating and have 

the chance to win great 

prizes. After the run, brunch 

will be served and games will 

continue for all who can stay. 

Transportation by Henderson 

Hall shuttle bus will be available 

from the Pentagon. 

Henderson Hall’s tree 

lighting is scheduled for 

early December. Gather 

‘round to welcome the 

holiday season as 

the community 

comes together for 

singing, merriment, and 

the lighting ofthe base tree. 

Refreshments will be served, 

and prizes will be awarded 

with aspecial grand prize to 

one luckywinner. 

These events plus more 

Marine Corps Community 

Services Henderson Hall 

activities may be found at 

www.mccsHH.com. Visit us 

on the weband come backoften. 

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Henderson Hall


Henderson Hall 

MCCS Henderson Hall Directory 

August 2007 

Administration ................................703-979-8420 ext. 323 

Barber Shop ................................................703-271-8177 

Career Resource Management ....................703-614-6828 

Contracting ....................................703-979-8420 ext. 130 

8th &IMarine Mart......................................202-433-2848 

Education Office ..........................................703-614-9104 

Fitness ........................................................703-614-5959 

Four Seasons Store........................703-979-8420 ext. 211 

Family Child Care..........................................703-614-7332 

Gym..............................................................703-614-7214 

Human Resources..........................703-979-8420 ext. 306 

Information &Referral..................................703-614-7200 

ITT..................................................703-979-8420 ext. 116 

Laundry/Dry Cleaner....................................703-892-9400 

Marine &Family Services ............................703-614-7200 

Marine Club..................................................703-614-2125 

Marine Corps Exchange ................................703-979-8420 

Military Clothing Sales....................703-979-8420 ext. 104 

Relocation ....................................................703-614-7202 

Retail Administration ......................703-979-8420 ext. 354 

Single Marine Program..................................703-614-4947 

Subway ........................................................703-685-0407 

Taco Picante ................................................703-685-0407 

The Vineyard ..................................703-979-8420 ext. 105 

Naval Air Station Patuxent 

NAS PaxRiver Arts and Crafts 

Festival onDec. 3 

J 

ourney to where the Patuxent River meets the 

Chesapeake Bay and shop for handmade holiday 

items. More than 150 crafters from Southern 

Maryland will sell their handmade items at the 30th 

annual Pax River Arts and Crafts Festival onDec. 1, 

2007. The fair is free and open to the public from 10 

a.m.-3p.m. 

At the festival you will find one-of-a-kind items for 

holidaygift-giving orhomedécor.Eachyearthe selection 

of items changes as crafters showcase new items. 

Last yeartherewereoriginalartsand crafts,handmade 

holidaydecorations,stained glass,jewelry,woodcrafts, 

ornaments, handmade baskets, quilts, toys and clothing. 

Santa Claus often visits the festival to welcome children 

and pose for photographs. Instant photos with 

Santa can be purchased and each child will receive a 

candycane treat.Food and drink isavailable in the Café 

300 snackbarinsidethe Bowling Center. 

The fair is held inside Naval Air Station Patuxent 

River’slarge Drill Hall. NavalAirStationPatuxentRiver 

islocated nearthe townofLexington ParkinSt.Mary’s 

County on Highway235(Three NotchRd.). 

From Washington, D.C. take Interstate 95to exit 7A 

(towards Waldorf) and then south onRt. 5through 

Clinton (CharlesCounty). Turnleftoff of the 301/5onto 

Rt.205(Mattawoman-BeantownRd.) until itends,then 

left back onto Route 5.Proceed south onRt. 5until 

Mechanicsville. Stay on the main highway, as it 

becomes Route 235 towards Lexington Park. (Do not 

followRt.5when itforkstowardsLeonardtown). 

From Anne Arundel County take Route 2/4 south 

through Calvert County, crossing the Thomas AStone 

Bridge over the Patuxent River.Turn left at the light 

onto235south. 

Shoppers withstationaccess mayenterthrough Gate 

1and proceed tothe Drill Hall. Othervisitors should go 

to Gate 2and be prepared for a100% ID check and 

security inspection with proof ofinsurance and registration. 

Near Gate 2is the Frank Knox building’slarge 

parkinglotwhereashuttle bus will carryyoutothe fair. 

Please remember tobring photo IDs (drivers’ license 

and/ormilitary ID)foreveryone in the group. Ashuttle 

bus will be available from Gate 2for shoppers who do 

nothavestationaccess but areU.S.citizens.Remember 

tobring your ownlarge shopping bagstocarryout your 

purchases. 

Incaseofsevereweather,the festivalwill berescheduled 

to Dec. 8.For more information about the craft 

festival, please call the Pax River MWR Customized 

Creations at (301) 342-3569, open Mon.-Fri. from 10 

a.m.-4 p.m. Crafters who wish to rent aspace and sell 

itemsmayinquireinOctoberabout availability.Booth 

spacesarerented first tocrafters who areactive-dutyor 

retired military and their family members and then to 

past participants.


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Naval Air Station Patuxent 

S ERVICES AND A CTIVITIES FOR 

N AVAL A IR S TATION P ATUXENT 

Administration ....................Bldg. 467 

..................................301-342-3510 

Auto Skills Center (ASC) ....Bldg. 1586 

..................................301-342-3507 

Beach House ......................Bldg. 486 

..................................301-342-3648 

Bowling Center....................Bldg. 458 

..................................301-342-3994 

Child Development Center (CDC) ........ 

Bldg. 2030 ..................301-342-7636 

CDC Annex..........................Bldg. 434 

..................................301-342-3636 

Child Development Home (CDH).......... 

Building 433 ................301-342-3960 

Customized Creations..........Bldg. 415 

..................................301-342-3569 

Cyber Zone..........................Bldg. 467 

..................................301-342-3293 

Energy Zone/Group Exercise (EZ)........ 

Bldg. 1586 ..................301-995-3869 

Fitness Centers ..................Bldg. 458 

..................................301-342-3559 

Flight Deck Lounge/Brew Pub ............ 

Building 406 ................301-342-3200 

Flying Club ..........................Bldg. 336 

..................................301-862-1110 

Gear Issue..........................Bldg. 458 

..................................301-342-3519 

Goat Locker ........................Bldg. 464 

..................................301-342-5272 

Golf Course/Clubhouse......Bldg. 2630 

..................................301-342-3597 

Indoor Pool..........................Bldg. 458 

..................................301-342-5960 

Lil Eva’s Recreation Center ................ 

Bldg. 467 ....................301-757-1008 

Marina..............................Bldg. 1599 

..................................301-342-3573 

Marketing............................Bldg. 467 

..................................301-342-3214 

Mattapany Day Camp ......Summer only 

..................................301-342-4800 

Officers’ Club......................Bldg. 461 

..................................301-342-3656 

Outdoor Pool ....................Bldg. 1597 

..................................301-342-4225 

Patuxent Landing Restaurant.............. 

Bldg. 467 ....................301-342-3293 

Recreation Office/Tickets .................. 

Bldg. 458 ....................301-342-3648 

School Age Care (SAC) ......Bldg. 1597 

..................................301-342-1694 

Theater ............................Bldg. 1495 

..................................301-342-5033 

Vet Clinic ............................Bldg. 415 

..................................301-342-4213 

Wood Hobby Shop ..............Bldg. 415 

..................................301-342-6297 

Youth Center ....................Bldg. 1597 

..................................301-342-1694 

Naval Recreation Center Solomons 

Administration ..............410-286-8319 

Adventure Zone Recreation Center...... 

..................................410-286-8047 

Point Patience Marina ..410-286-8022 

Reservations................800-628-9230 

............................410-286-7301/2/3 

Riverside Aquatics Complex................ 

..................................410-286-7355 

Sunset Pier........................................ 

..................................410-286-7354 

Website: www.ndw.navy.mil or 

https://icbm.navair.navy.mil/mwr/ 

988713


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Naval Support Activity Annapolis 

“Wings ToGo” Chicken Poker: New Twist to 

Texas Hold’em Tournaments 

F 

or almost three years, there have been Texas 

Hold’em Tournaments on Wednesdays at 5:30 

p.m. in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation 

Department’sLiberty Zone, the recreation center for 

single and unaccompanied E1 to E6 active duty military 

on the lowerdeckofthe RecreationalServicesBldg. 

#89,NavalSupport Activity Annapolis. 

Tournaments are very popular with the E1-E6 age 

groupand offermorethanentertainment-the tournaments 

alsoencompass socialization and skill development. 

The players learn about each other’spersonalitiesand 

then tryto“bluff eachother.” Theylearnstrategy 

by participating inan activity that is competitive 

but also good, clean fun. It’san alternative to going to 

clubsin townorhanging withthe wrong crowd. 

Tournaments always involvefood and eachweek the 

MWR staff providesone of the usualfares:pizzaorsubs 

or grilled hot dogs and hamburgers as well as sodas, 

chipsand lightdessert. 

But this year,the poker tournaments take on anew 

twist thanks tothe support and sponsorship of Wings 

ToGo* in Pasadena, MD. This year the players and 

onlookers (Liberty Zone patrons and guests) will be 

able toenjoythe meatiest and tastiest wingson “Wings 

ToGo” ChickenPokerNights.WingsToGoissponsoring 

the tournamenton the second Wednesdayof each 

month with amound of tasty hot wings (some hotter 

than others) and a$25 gift certificate for dinner at 

Wings ToGo for the first place winner of the tournament. 

This is in addition to the first place plaque and 

$25giftcertificatethatMWR Annapolisawardsthe top 

winner. 

ChickenPokerisplayed the same asTexasHold’em, 

exceptthe cardson the table arelaid out in the shape of 

achicken’stailfeathers! There isno cash value at the 

tournaments and all players start with the same 

amountof chips.Betting isalways achip valueinstead 

of adollarvalue. High chip countisthe winner. 

Be sure to mark your calendars so you won’tmiss 

thesetasty treats and excitingpokeraction! Ifyou’rean 

eligible LibertyZone patron (single orunaccompanied 

E1-E6 active duty member), stop by and give Chicken 

Poker a try. One guest per active duty member is 

allowed and must be18orolder.Thereisno admission 

charge. 

See Wings ,page 27 

School-Age CareRegistration isOngoing atAnnapolis 

S 

paces are always available in the School-Age 

Care Program at NSA Annapolis. MWR Youth 

Programs offers care for children before and 

after school hours. Registration is ongoing at the 

YouthCenter,Mondaythrough Friday,6:30 a.m. to5 

p.m. 

The program operates Monday through Friday 

from 6:30 to 9a.m. and 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. (excluding 

federal holidays) and includes supervised activities 

suchasartsand crafts,indoor/outdoorgames,help 

with homework and an afternoon snack. Additional 

care will be provided for early dismissals, parentteacher 

conferences, in-service days and snow days. 

Bus transportation will be provided before and after 

school to Annapolis Elementary; van transportation 

will be provided for after school care only for West 

AnnapolisElementary School. 

Fees range from $15 to $60 and are based on total 

familyincome;bring LES orpaystub.The programis 

open todependents of all activeduty,activereservists 

and DoD civilian employees. For details, call (410) 

293-9396.

24 FORECAST •Fall 2007 FORECAST •Fall 2007 

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OKTOBERFEST 

Fall into our events 

at Fort Meade 

On Sept. 20-23 join us for our annual 

Oktoberfest Celebration at the Fort Meade 

Pavilion. This year weare going to be bigger 

and better then ever before!! We will 

have a carnival atmosphere along with 

great food, prizes and live German music 

eachdayon the stage! Oktoberfest isopen 

to the public, so bring your neighbors and 

friends. Admission and parking are FREE!! 

Visit www.ftmeademwr.com for more 

information. 

On Saturday afternoon from noon to 5 

pm,therewill beaspecialsetof displays and 

vendors for Destination Ft. Meade, Discover 

all thatMaryland hastooffer.Economicand 

Education Representativesfrom the Stateof 

Maryland, the counties and other quality of 

life vendors suchasbankers,mortgage companies, 

builders and developers will be on 

hand to talk to you about the future ofour 

area. Special features include Maryland 

seafood and German food cooking demonstrationson 

Saturdayand Sundayand aKid’s 

Corner on Saturdayand Sunday afternoons. 

FALL HARVEST CRAFT SHOW 

From Sept. 28-30 join Ft Meade for their 

Fall Harvest CraftShow.Therewill beover50 

crafters and vendors showcasing avariety of 

items toinclude Halloween and Christmas 

decor.Admission and parking areFREE!! 

Sept.28–11a.m.-5 p.m. 

Sept.29–9a.m.-5 p.m. 

Sept.30 –Noon-4 p.m. 

Vendorspacesarestill available. Ifyouare 

interested in becoming avendor please visit 

our website at www.ftmeademwr.com or 

call AlissaSantoroat 301-677-3912. 

OKTOBERFEST and FALL 

HARVEST CRAFT SHOWINFO 

Theseevents areopen tothe generalpublic. 

The general public may enter through 

the Llewellyn gate off RT 175 across from 

Okinawarestaurant. From RT 32 itisthe first 

gate onthe left; and, from RT 295, it is the 

last gateonthe right. 

The Pavilion is completely covered, so the 

event happens rain or shine! 

Visit our website at www.ftmeademwr 

.com formoreinformation about the event. 

ARMY SOLDIER SHOW 

DoD IDcard holders and their guests ONLY! 

Join us on Oct. 6at 7p.m. in the Fort 

Meade Pavilion for the US Army Soldier 

Show in the Fort Meade Pavilion. Entry and 

parking areFREE!! 

The 2007 U.S.ArmySoldierShowisahighenergy 

90-minute live musical review showcasing 

the talents of activeduty Soldiers who 

are selected by audition from throughout 

the Army.Theyareamateur artists who have 

apassion for music, dance and performing. 

They come from infantry, transportation, 

military police, medical, intelligence, aviation, 

signal and other tactical units. The 

show is assembled in six weeks, and then 

tours for61/2 months. 

ClubMeade hosts JobFair 

The Fort Meade Community Job Fair on 

Wednesday, September 26, 2007, at Club 

Meade will have something for everyone. 

Service members, retirees, teens, spouses, 

DoD civilians and guests of DoD ID card 

holders are cordially invited to stop by with 

theirresumesin-hand and take the first step 

to possiblytheir next job. 

There will be eighty employers offering a 

variety of jobs, e.g. positions requiring various 

levelsof security clearances,various positions 

in the IT field, linguists, bank operations 

personnel, law enforcement and security, 

police/correctional officers, administrative/sales/marketing 

personnel, logistics, 

facility and information technologyworkers; 

just to name afewcategories. 

The Fort Meade Community Job Fair will 

take place at Club Meade from 10 a.m. to 3 

p.m. Participants should come early,have 

plenty of copies of their resumes, dress for 

success,and beprepared tospend some time 

going from boothtobooth. 

The Fort Meade Community Job Fair is 

a collaborative event of MWR and the 

Anne Arundel Workforce Development 

Corporation/Anne Arundel County One- 

Stop Career Centers. For additional 

information on this event, call410-674-5240. 

Alist of participating employers can be 

found atwww.ftmeademwr.com. 

Join Fort Lee in celebrating our annual Oktoberfest! 

Fort Lee Morale, Welfare 

and Recreation (MWR) present 

our annual Oktoberfest 

on Saturday,Oct.13from 6- 

11 p.m. at the Post Field 

House; doors open at 5p.m. 

The Post Field house islocated 

on Mahone Avenue, 

Bldg. 6008. 

Cost to attend the event is 

$6. Children under the age 

of 12 will be admitted at no 

charge. Tokens can be purchased 

inside the Post Field 

House for$1 tobeused towardsfood,beveragesand games. 

This event will include The Continentals, who will perform authentic 

Germanmusicall night. Additionally,The HirschjaegerDancers arereturning 

to give us ataste ofauthentic German dancing. The German Bakery 

will bring along avariety of scrumptious desserts toinclude cake,cookies, 

pies and pastries. MWR’sKidZone will assist in entertaining by offering 

inflatable ridesand gamesforkids. 

Tostart off the event, MWR would like you tojoin our Volksmarch 

beginning at 3p.m. in front of the Post Field House. Volksmarch will pass 

through Battlefield Parkalong amarked trail and returntothe Post Field 

Housetostart the celebration. Registration isrequired forthe Volksmarch. 

Thoseplanning towalk canregisterearlyatthe MWR Sports Office,Bldg. 

4320, CAvenue, from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday until 

Oct. 12. After that date, entries will be accepted at the Post Field House 

Fall Events at 

NSA Annapolis 

OfferFamilyFun 

Bring the family to a variety of 

events at NSA Annapolis this fall. 

Here’s some highlights of what you 

can expect. For more information, 

please call the telephone listed by 

eachevent. 

• Octoberfest Bingo –Oct. 6-MWR Recreational Services Bldg. 

#89; $20 for 10 games; CASH prizes; beer,brats and chips available for 

purchase;7p.m. ;doors open at6:30 p.m. Call ITT at(410)293-9207. 

• Family Fall Fest –Oct. 26, 5p.m.; bring the family for an 

evening of fun, food and festive costumes. Enjoy music, crazy contests 

and prizes.Forfee and moreinformation,call the YouthCenteratCall 

(410) 293-9396. 

• Fall Harvest Party – Oct. 31 - 2:30 p.m. at the Child 

DevelopmentCenter.Parents and othersiblingsareinvited tosharefall 

fun and refreshments. For information, call the Child Development 

Center at (410)293-9390. 

• Military Family Appreciation Night –Nov.16at 5p.m. at the 

Recreational Services Bldg. #89 -open to all military families; aFREE 

evening of fun, music and food in appreciation for all you do for our 

Armed Forces. Formoreinformation,call MWR ITT at(410)293-9207. 

on the day of the march at the registration table. Cost is: early registration:$8;dayof 

Volksmarch:$10.Eachregistered participantwill receivea 

Fort Lee VolksmarchT-Shirt. 

The daywill alsofeatureanOktoberfest 10Krace,starting from the Post 

Field Houseat8a.m. Registration required for10Kforthe following age 

groups: 14 &under,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 

55-59,60+. EarlyRegistration Fee is$13.RaceDayRegistration Fee is$15. 

T-shirts will be given to the first 200 who register! Those planning to participatemayregisterearlyatthe 

MWR Sports Office,Bldg. 4320,CAvenue, 

from 9a.m.-3p.m.,Mondaythrough Fridayuntil Oct.12.Registration will 

alsobeaccepted atthe Post Field Houseonthe dayof the runatthe registration 

table between 6:30-7:45 a.m. 

Parking isFREE. Gateguardswill directdrivers toparking areasnearthe 

Fort Lee Post Field House. 

This event is open to the general public. Toaccess Fort Lee, those without 

DoDvehicle decalsmust showaDriver’sLicense,currentvehicle registration, 

and proof 

of insurance. Adult 

passengers will 

need to show a 

Driver’s License or 

some other form 

of legal identification. 

For more event 

details, call (804) 

765-3076 or 765- 

3176. 

Celebrate Fall at Fort Belvoir’s 

12th Annual Oktoberfest 

Oktoberfest is atime when families and friends come together tocelebratethe 

year’sharvest withmusic, song and dance–nottomention some 

greatfood! Thisyear’sOktoberfest atFort Belvoirpromisestobeanevent 

to remember with several new additions that will hold something for 

everyone. For those who have actually traveled to Bavaria, this will be a 

trip downmemory lane. Forthosewho havenevertraveled abroad,itisa 

festivalthatbringssome of the richest traditionsof Germanyrighthereto 

Fort Belvoirforyoutoexperienceyourself. 

The sounds of traditional Oktoberfest are center stage in the fest tent. 

AGermanArmyBand plays the beloved oopahmusicthatthe young,old 

and even the in between enjoy dancing to. The musical format this year 

includes avariety of bands playing German style tunes. If you’ve never 

experienced the taste ofGermany,this is the festival you can not miss. 

German beverages, bratwurst, sauerkraut, desserts and fresh candied, 

roasted almondsareonlysome of the delicious foodsthatarefeatured. 

Atraditional Volksmarch begins in the early mornings, Saturday and 

Sunday,forthosewho enjoystarting acrispautumn daywithabriskwalk 

with family and friends. The carnival returns this year featuring the fast 

and furious ridesforthosewiththe stomachforit. 

The Fort Belvoir Oktoberfest begins this year on Thursday,Oct. 4and 

runsthrough Oct.7.The carnivalgroundsarelocated adjacenttoRoute1 

and ample parking is available for our guests. Admission and parking are 

FREE!Checkour website,www.belvoirmwr.com,formoreinformation.

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Naval Support Activity Annapolis 

Fleet and Family Readiness Programs at 

U.S. NAVALACADEMY &NAVALSUPPORT ACTIVITY ANNAPOLIS 

http://www.usna.edu/MWR or for MWR Webevent Calendar: check http://www.usna.edu/PAO/calendars.htm 

Accounting Office ..........................410-293-3660 

Monday –Friday................................0800-1700 

Administrative and NAF Personnel Office .............. 

......................................................410-293-9208 

Monday –Friday................................0800-1630 

Athletics Office ..............................410-293-9211 

Monday –Friday ..................................0800-1630 

Auto Skills Shop ............................410-293-3859 

Sunday..............................................1200-1700 

Friday................................................1230-2100 

Saturday............................................0900-1700 

Monday through Thursday &Fed. Holidays Closed 

Child Development Center ..............410-293-9390 

Monday –Friday................................0630-1730 

Child Development Home Program 410-293-9395 

(on &off base Providers) 

Monday –Friday................................0730-1600 

Curbside Recycling (USNA Recycling) ..............410-293-3049 

(Place items outside by 0700) 

USNA and NAVSTA Housing ........................Fridays 

Discount Ticket Sales (ITT Outlet) 

Recreational Services Bldg. #89......410-293-9200 

Monday –Friday................................0530-2000 

FAM-CAMP (Campgrounds) ....................410-293-9200 

Open year-round by reservation 

Retelle Recreation Park (NAVSTA Annapolis) 

Fleet &Family Support Center ...... 410-293-2641 

Monday through Friday ......................0830-1700 

Blue Jacket Café (Galley) ..............410-293-9120 

Monday-Friday 

Breakfast ..........................................0615-0730 

Lunch................................................1100-1230 

Dinner ..............................................1600-1730 

Weekends .......................................................... 

......0730-0900 (B) 1100-1230 (L) 1600-1730 (D) 

Housing ........................................410-293-9736; 

Bachelor Housing ..........................410-293-9070 

Lincoln Military Housing ................410-349-8616 

Information, Tickets &Travel Office 410-293-9207 

Monday –Friday................................0800-1600 

Marketing/ 

Corporate Sponsorship Office ........410-293-9206 

Monday –Friday................................0730-1600 

Carr Creek Marina -Office..............410-293-3731 

..................................................or 410-293-2058 

Winter: September through April 

Monday –Friday (Office) ......................0800-1630 

Monday –Friday (Operational)................0730-1600 

Summer: May through September 

Wednesday through Sunday (Office) ..0730-1600 

Rental Hours (Summer only) 

Wednesday and Thursday..................0900-1500 

Friday,Saturday and Sunday..............0900-1900 

Liberty Zone (Single /Unaccompanied Act Duty E1-E6) 

......................................................410-293-9214 

Monday -Thursday ............................0900-2000 

Friday................................................0900-2400 

Saturday............................................0800-2400 

Sunday and Fed. Holidays..................0800-1700 

Sundays before Federal Holiday ........0800-2000 

Party Room Rentals –Bay Room and Retelle Room 

Reservations &Balloon Bouquets....410-293-9200 

Recreational Services Building #89 

Outdoor Gear /SportsEquipment Checkout 

......................................................410-293-9200 

Gym, Racquetball Courts, Weight &Fitness Rooms, 

Lockers /Showers 

Monday –Friday................................0530-2000 

Saturday,Sunday and Fed. Holidays ..0800-1700 

Swimming Pools (Summer Months only) 

South Severn Pool ..........................410-293-3033 

Tuesday through Sunday....................1200-1900 

Monday ..................................................Closed 

NorthSevern Pool ..........................410-293-2082 

Wednesday through Monday..............1200-1900 

Tuesday....................................................Closed 

(Free lapswimming formilitary 1130-1230 on weekdays 

except days pools are closed) 

Visitors Quarters (VQ) Navy Gateway Inns &Suites 

..........................410-293-3906 (located at USNA) 

Monday through Sunday ....................0800-1600 

Federal Holidays ................................0800-1400 

Youth Programs ("Billy the Kid" Youth Center) 

......................................................410-293-9396 

School-Age Care ,Mon-Fri ....................0630-1730 

Summer Day Camp, Mon-Fri ................0630-1730 

Middle/High School Activity Time ........1430-1730 

Teen Room with Dreamcast, Sega, TV / VCR, 

Internet and Game Cube; Game Room with pool, air 

hockey,foosball, ping pong and Play Station.


Annapolis 

ITT Fall Trips Take You Near and Far! 

MWR’s Information, Tickets and Travel Office at 

Naval Support Activity Annapolis has avariety of trips 

scheduled forthe Fall season thatwill take youasfaras 

you want toget away and as close as your budget will 

allow! Hereisthe schedule: 

• Bingo -doors open at6p.m.;1st game at7p.m. $20 

for10gamesif pre-registered and paid byOct.4;$25 

atthe door. 18and overonly; 21todrink alcohol. 

• Boyd’sBearand ScenicRailroadTour -Gettysburg 

PA –Sept.29-$50/person 

• QVCStudio Tour and Longwood Gardens–Oct.13- 

$50perperson forages13and older; $30 forages6-12; 

$15 for ages 2-5; enjoy aguided walking tour through 

electronic retailing and dinner at the Longwood 

Gardens 

• Wine Tasting on the Mason Dixon Trail and 

“Dreamgirls”–Oct. 20; $70 per person (Toby’sDinner 

Theater,Balt) 

• 9-NightBermudaand CaribbeanCruise –Oct.27; 

$1,227 perperson forinside stateroom;$1,364perperson 

for oceanview stateroom; includes roundtrip airfare 

from BWI, taxes, fees, transfers, and port charges 

and insurance. 

• Radio City MusicHall and the Rockettes –Nov.17- 

$112for1st mezzanine;$92for2nd mezzanine 

• Disney’sPlayHouseLive –Nov.23 or24,2007 -Lyric 

OperaHouse,Baltimore,3:30 p.m.;$31.25ofrorchestra 

rows Q-Zand dress circle. 

• NewYorkCity Shopping –Dec.1-$50perperson 

• American GirlTea in NewYork City –Dec. 1-$65 

perperson 

• “Menopause: The Musical” and Dinner –Dec. 8. 

Cost is $65 per person or $75 per person with transportation;buffetdinnerisincluded. 

• Last MinuteShopping atRehobeth –Dec.15-$10 

perperson;morethan130 name brand outletstores 

• New Year’sEve inLas Vegas –Dec.30-Jan. 2with 

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Contiki; $820 per person for double; $781 per person 

for riple; $751 per person for quad; single supplement 

is$1,064;enjoy4days and three nights of fun,food and 

excitement along the Vegas Strip. Designed for the 

young-at-heart (from ages 18-35), the trip includes 

roundtrip airfarefrom BWI, 3nights accommodations 

and breakfasts plus two dinners, aticket tothe top of 

the Stratosphere. 

DoD-eligible customers can access discount tickets 

online at www.eventusher.com by using the NSA 

Annapolis code, 111ITTANNMD to purchase tickets 

beforetheygo on sale tothe public. ProperID must be 

presented when pickuptickets atNSA Annapolis. Here 

aresome of the upcoming shows:Hairspray(Oct.20 at 

2p.m.);MyFairLady(Nov.10at2p.m.);AvenueQ(Dec. 

15 at2p.m.);CirqueDreams-Jungle Fantasy (Jan. 26, 

2008at2p.m. and Feb.2,2008at2p.m.);High School 

MusicalonStage (Feb.23,2008and March1,2008at2 

p.m. and Feb.29, 2008 at 8p.m.); Camelot (March 29, 

2008 at 2p.m.); and The Color Purple (May 3and 10, 

2008at2p.m. and May11,2008at6:30 p.m.) 

Formoreinformation,call Erin Baki,ITT Coordinator, 

at(410)293-9207. 

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CDH Provider is First toEarn 

National Accreditation! 

By Donna M.Ruokonen, FFRP 

Installation Marketing Director, 

NSA Annapolis 

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Annapolis 

JanetteNazario hasput the NSAAnnapolis 

Child Development Home Program “on the 

map” bybeing the first on-baseCDH Provider 

to earn accreditation by the National 

Association of Family Child Care onJune 1, 

2007. Captain Michael Fierro, Commanding 

Officer of Naval Support Activity Annapolis, 

presented aletter of appreciation to Nazario 

atherhome recently. 

Accreditation byNAFCCtoaCDH Provider 

is the equivalent of the Child Development 

Center earning accreditation by the National 

Association for the Education of Young 

Children (NAEYC)–ahighlycoveted accreditation 

for child development centers, and one that parents 

seek when placing children in aprogram. 

Toearn this prestigious accreditation, Nazario completed 

90 hours of required training (including two 

hours per month through the Navy), successfully 

passed both the parents’ surveys and avalidation visit 

from the NAFCCteamand maintained favorable background 

checks. 

Meredith McCandless, CDH Program Monitor at 

Annapolis, is proud ofNazario’sinitiative and accomplishment. 

McCandless helped Nazario complete the 

process that was started by CDC Curriculum and 

Training Specialist, Vanya Torres and former CDH 

Director,PeggyHarper. 

“Thisaccreditation isnotgiven lightly,”McCandless 

said. “Janette did the hard work completing all of the 

required modules within the specified time limit. The 

NAFCC visit is basically adissection of Janette’sCDH 

Program inher home and everything is looked at very 

carefully before an accreditation is granted,” 

McCandless said. 

“Although accreditation is not arequirement now,I 

believe the Navy will require this of future CDH 

Providers. Janette took the initiative and earned hers 

and this is something she can be proud of,” 

McCandless added. 

Nazario’shusband, EN2 Danny Velez Acevedo from 

USNA Waterfront Readiness, Small Craft Repair 

Department,isalsoproudofwhatshe hasdone in the 

twoyears she hasbeen aCDH Provider.Heisvery supportiveofherprogram,and 

especiallyenjoys getting to 

knowand interactwiththe children. The part he doesn’tenjoyiswhen 

theyleave. 

“You get attached and it’shard when parents are 

transferred and the kidshavetoleave,”Acevedo said. 

Nazario’s drive to become a Child Development 

Home Provider started when she was ayoungster in 

PuertoRico. Hermothercared forchildren in theirfamilyhome 

and Janettehelped hereven upwhen she was 

in high school. 

She attended the Inter-AmericanUniversity in Puerto 

Ricowhereshe metherhusband in aSpanishgrammar 

class. Four months later they married, and when college 

became unaffordable, both enlisted in the U.S. 

Navy in 2000.Theirenlistmentcame 45 days aftertheir 

wedding and,although theywentthrough basictraining 

at Great Lakes together,they could not communicate 

with each other except when they attended 

church. 

During her husband’sfirst assignment tothe USS 

Theodore Roosevelt and with their first child on the 

way,Nazario (she retained her maiden name) elected 

to receive an honorable discharge and attended medical 

assistant school in Virginia, graduating with high 

honors. She returned to Puerto Rico during her husband’sdeployment,but 

joined him in Maryland in 2005 

when he wasassigned tohiscurrentduty station. 

In 2005, Nazario decided to open a Child 

See Accreditation, page 31


Annapolis 

Fitness Facelift: New MWR Annapolis Fitness 

Specialist Offers Personal Consultations 

By Donna M.Ruokonen, Installation FFRP 

Marketing Director,NSA Annapolis 

The Fitness Program at NSA Annapolis got afacelift 

when Brian Williams was hired as the on-staff Fitness 

Specialist in July.Until Williamscame on board,all personalfitness 

consultationswereperformed bycontractualservices.Williamsisthe 

first staff person fullycertified 

to perform personal fitness assessments and consultations. 

Williams is certified by the National Strength and 

Conditioning Association asaCertified PersonalTrainer 

and asaCertified Strengthand Conditioning Specialist. 

He is also Red Cross-certified in Cardio-Pulmonary 

Resucitation (CPR), Automatic External Defibrillator 

(AED)and First Aid. 

Anative ofNashville, Tennessee,Williams received a 

Masters of Science in Exercise Science from the 

University of Tennessee (Knoxville) in August 2006. He 

received aBachelorof ScienceinExerciseSciencefrom 

Auburn University (Alabama) in2003. Prior tocoming 

to Annapolis, he was employed by the University of 

Tennessee as an instructor in the Physical Education 

Department and implemented physical strength and 

conditioning programs for the football and baseball 

teams. 

In his role as MWR Fitness Specialist, Williams conducts 

personalfitness assessments todetermine acustomer’sindividualfitness 

level based on avariety of factors 

such as body composition, flexibility and cardiovascular 

and muscular fitness. Once abaseline level is 

established,Williams creates apersonal plan ofaction 

forthe customertoachieveadesired fitness goal. 

After acustomer makes an initial appointment with 

Williams, the first step is tofill out aHealth Status 

Questionnaireidentifying anyspecialmedicalneedsor 

personal health orfitness risks that could signal acustomer’sneed 

for special care. As astandard, the questionnaire 

isaprecautionary liability measure to determine 

if adoctor’sapproval isneeded before starting a 

physicalconditioning routine. 

Once the assessment is completed,Williams and the 

customer identify the customer’s personal goals. 

According toWilliams, these goals vary and can range 

from weight loss to weight gain and from improving 

flexibility to increasing endurance and muscular 

strength. 

Williamsisanxious tohelp people improvetheirphysicalconditioning 

but knows it’simportantforcustomers 

tounderstand theirrole in the conditioning process. 

“My personal philosophy is that there needs tobe a 

balanceofcardio and strengthtraining. I’m no miracle 

worker,sothe programthatIdevelop foracustomerwill 

bebased on scienceand experience,”Williamssaid and 

added,“The hardworkisuptothe customer.” 

Until Williams was hired, fitness consultations and 

personaltrainerserviceswereperformed on acontractual 

basis, however Williams brings staffing to anew 

level of Navy standardsfor“in-house” certified staff. 

MWR still offers comparable contractual fitness consultations 

and personal trainer services. However,one 

of the customerbenefits isthe significantlylowerfee of 

$20 perhour forWilliams’servicesvice$45 perhour for 

individualcontractualpersonaltrainerservices. 

Williams will also conduct personal fitness orientationstoshowcustomers 

howtoproperlyusefitness and 

weight equipment at the MWR Fitness Center in the 

RecreationalServicesBldg. #89,NSA Annapolis. 

Williams’ services will be available by appointment. 

He iscurrently available Tuesday through Friday from 

10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9a.m. to 5 

p.m. 

When he’s not working, Williams enjoys personal 

workouts and riding hisYamahaR6motorcycle. 

For moreinformation on setting up apersonal fitness 

consultation or tofind out more about the process,call 

Williamsat(410)293-9226.


Annapolis 

ACCREDITATION 


Development Home because she wanted to earn an 

income,but recognized the need tostayathome with 

theirtwochildren-JanetMarie,5and GianMichael,3. 

“Ienjoyworking withkids,and if youenjoythatand 

being with your own kids, then you’re aperfect candidatetodoCDH,”Nazario 

said. She added,“Ilearnfrom 

mykidsand the parents,too.” 

Nazario thoroughly enjoys being with the children. 

The favoritepart of herdayiscrafttime and being able 

tositand talk withthe children. She findsthe onlydifficultpart 

of running herownprogramisdealing with 

parents who don’twant tofollow Navy regulations. 

According to McCandless, safety is the primary concern 

ofenforcing Navy regulations in child development. 

Like all CDH Providers,Nazario isrequired torunher 

program inaccordance with Navy regulations which 

meansshe must attend anorientation and certified by 

the CDH Program, maintain training requirements 

(two hours monthly in various topics including child 

abuse, food handling, lesson planning and more), 

undergo safety, environmental and medical inspections 

and receive favorable background checks. She 

must alsoadheretothe US Departmentof Agriculture 

food program. 

Benefits of being aCDH Providerinclude earning an 

income and being able tostayathome withyour own 

children. Nazario runsamulti-age home whichmeans 

thatshe canhaveuptosixchildren,including herown 

two,but no morethantwoundertwoyears old. 

Fees for CDH programs for Civilian DoD personnel 

are$160 perweek perchild. ForActiveDuty,subsidized 

feesrange from $50to$117and arebased on totalfamily 

income. One of the newest benefits coming in 

Fiscal Year 2008 isthat all fees will be subsidized and 

based on totalfamilyincome,regardless of status.This 

will put CDH fees on par with CDC fees, which have 

been subsidized forseveralyears now. 

CDH certification also extends to Department of 

Defense spouses living off base, too. Tofind out more 

about becoming aCDH Provider,contact McCandless 

at(410)293-9395 ormccandli@usna.edu. 

By Caitlin Miller 

SpecialEvents 

MWR CONCERT SERIES 

MWR Concert Serieswrapsupthe 2007 season witha 

bang asGreatTrain Robbery performsatthe Anacostia 

Annex,Oct.102007,11 a.m.-1 p.m. 

Naval Support Activity Anacostia 

Naval Support Activity Washington 

Fall Fun 

COMICS ON DUTY 

www.comicsonduty.com 

They’reback! Comicson Duty will bereporting back 

toNSAWashington on 25October2007.The Comicson 

Duty roll call will feature the acts of Steve Bills, Derek 

Richards, Bob Kubota, and Dan Mengini. The funny 

and talented Comedians of the Comics on Duty program 

will be joined by the Catering and Conference 

Center’stasty finger lickin’ fried chicken lunch buffet 

foronly$10in advanceand $15 atthe door.Tickets are 

on sale nowatthe ITTOfficeslocated atthe frontdesk 

of the Fitness Centers,Washington Navy YardBldg. 22, 

(202)433-2282orAnacositaAnnexBldg. 419,(202)433- 

2962. 

Sports 

NAVY BIRTHDAY 

GOLF TOURNAMENT 

Captain’sCupNavy BirthdayGolf Tournament-located 

atthe beautifulRaspberryFallsGolf and HuntClub 

in Leesburg,VA, MWR will behosting the Navy Birthday 

Golf Tournament on Oct. 18, 2007. Shotgun start will 

begin at10:00 a.m. withaCaptain’sChoiceformat. All

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Naval District of Washington personnel are invited to 

play. 

$65forE6and below 

$75forE7-03 

$80for04and above 

$85 forDoDCivilians 

$90forContractors 

$5 forMulligans 

Golf Tournament Package Includes: 

•Useofthe practicefacility priortoplay 

•Personalized Cart Signs,RulesSheets &Scorecards 

•Prizesfor1st,2nd,&3rdplace 

•Prizefor“Closest toPin”onall Par3’s 

•PrizesforMen’s&Women’sLongest Drive 

•Full use ofParView,aGlobal Positioning Satellite 

System with an interactive screen onboard every 

cart,thatwill assist players withyardagesand tips 

on playing the course 

RaspberryFalls is described as“afour-star place to 

play”according toGolf Digest. 

For more information contact the MWR Recreation 

Director at (202) 685-0895 or lee.bell@navy.mil. For 

more information on Raspberry Falls Golf and Hunt 

Clubpleasevisitwww.raspberryfalls.com. 

Recycle 

HALLOWEEN 5k 

Goblinsand Ghouls!MWR Captain's CupHalloween 

5k,31October2007 atthe AnacostiaAnnexstart/finish 

area in front of Enterprise Hall, Bldg 72.Walkers and 

runners alike are encouraged to attend. Be sure to 

dress in costume as there will be prizes awarded in 

addition todouble Captain's Cuppoints just fordressing 

up! All participants receive along sleeved race t- 

shirt, post race refreshments, aswell as awards for 9 

age groups, overall winners, and team competition. 

Packet pick-up will be held prior to race day 

11 a.m.-1 p.m., Oct. 29 at the Anacostia Annex 

Fitness Center,Bldg. 419 and Oct.30 attheWashington 

Navy Yard Fitness Center, Bldg. 22. Active Duty, 

Reservists, Retirees and dependents are free! 

Cost is$5 forciviliansand $7forcontractors. Register 

byOct.19,2007 bycalling (202)685-0895 ore-mailing 

lee.bell@navy.mil. Sorry,no race day sign-ups or substitutions. 

9:15a.m. 

10:30a.m. 

11:00a.m. 

RaceDayCheck- In 

Walkers Begin 

Runners Begin


NSA Anacostia 

Fitness 

Fall IntoHealth&Fitness atthe 

Fitwell Workshops 

It's Autumn -anewseason and time tofocus on your 

health prior tothe busy holiday season. Good health 

and your own culture offitness does not happen 

overnight.Take time,packalunchand enjoyaseminar 

with the latest up-to-date information each month. 

NDW hosts ongoing Fitwell workshops each month. 

October’stopic is Children's Health, November’sis 

Diabetes,and December’stopicisDepression. 

Please contact the NDW Fitness Centers for more 

information.WNY-(202)433-2829ANA (202)433-2962 

NRL (202)767-3491 oremail carol.binzen@navy.mil or 

(202)685-0898. 

Naval District Washington 

Catering & 

Conference 

Center 

Wedding 

Receptions 

Family Reunions 

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LibertyProgram 

The LibertyOfficeatAnacostiahasrelocated toBldg. 

72 Enterprise Hall Rm. 109! Contact the new Liberty 

Office at (202) 433-2636 for information on Trips and 

Activities! 

Oct.6-8 WhiteWaterRafting Trip in West Virginia 

Oct.21 Regional Liberty Poker Tournament @ 

AnacostiaAnnex 

Oct.25 Comics on Duty @ Furnari Dining 

Facility 

Nov.5 Dodgeball Tournament 

Nov.10-12 Fall NewYorkCity Trip 

Dec.1 ARMY vs. NAVY Football Game Party @ 

FurnariDining Facility 

Waterfront Dining 

&Meeting Space 

Banquets 

Hails &Farewells 

Retirements 

Change of 

Commands 

Meetings 

Conferences 

•Elegant Rooms for 

30-600 people 

•Free Parking 

•Affordable Menus 

Washington Navy Yard, Building 211, Washington, DC 

0993398 

(202) 433-3041


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NSA Anacostia 

NSAW MWR Directory 

MWR Business Office 

MWR Director..................................(202) 433-3005 

Finance &Accounting ......................(202) 433-0805 

NAF Personnel Office ......................(301) 342-5304 

Marketing ........................................(202) 433-4686 

Sponsorship ....................................(202) 685-1197 

Child Development Programs 

Child Development Center......(202) 433-3059/3055 

Child Development Homes ..............(202) 433-0942 

..................................................or (877) 269-9322 

Regional Child Placement Office ......(877) 269-9322 

........................................or (202) 433-3059/3055 

Fitness Centers 

Anacostia Annex, Bldg. 419 ............(202) 433-2962 

Washington Navy Yard, Bldg. 22 ......(202) 433-2829 

Naval Research Lab, Bldg. 52..........(202) 767-3491 

Food &Beverage Operations 

Catering and ConferenceCenter-Washington Navy Yard 

Bldg. 211 ........................................(202) 433-3041 

Furnari Dining Facility-Anacostia Annex 

Bldg. 418 ..............................(202) 433-2574/2391 

Information, Tickets, &Tours 

Anacostia Annex, Bldg. 419 ............(202) 433-2962 

Washington Navy Yard, Bldg. 22 ......(202) 433-2829 

Liberty Program 

E1-E6 Single/ Unaccompanied Sailors ...................... 

......................................................(202) 433-2636 

Outdoor Recreation 

Bolling Air Force Base, Bldg. 928.............................. 

............................................(202) 767-9136/8562 

Special Events Program 

Anacostia Annex, Bldg. 72 ..............(202) 433-0801 

Sports Program 

Anacostia Annex, Bldg. 72 ..............(202) 685-0895 

Vehicle Storage 

ITT/ Fitness Center,Anacostia Annex 

Bldg. 419 ........................................(202) 433-3160 

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ACORNICOPIA OF SPECIAL EVENTS 

Things are Happening at NSF Dahlgren 

By Valerie Doster 

Pumpkin Patch onThurs., Oct. 25th 

Come join this free event at the Parade Ground 

Pavilion from 6-8 p.m. Kidsmaypickout theirfavorite 

pumpkin and decorate ittotheir own liking. Many 

crafts and activities will be available as well as snacks 

forthe family.Sponsored byLincoln Housing thisevent 

isalways funforall! Formoreinformation contactAlice 

Stanton at(540)653-2013. 

Angerer Memorial Golf Tournament at Willow 

Oaks Golf Club on Sat., Oct. 13 

Located on NSF Dahlgren is a9-hole golf course, 

Willow Oaks Golf Club. The 4th Annual Angerer 

Memorial Golf Tournament will feature prizes tothe 

top three teamsand alsotothe best men/women long 

driveand closest tothe pin. The cost toplayin the tournamentis$35(without 

cart). Cart fee is$18 percart.All 

Willow Oak’s Golf Tournaments are sponsored by 

NSWC Federal Credit Union. For further information 

on thesetournaments,pleasecall the WillowOaksGolf 

Clubat(540)663-3002. 

Fall Yard Sale on Fri., Oct. 26 

Getreadyforthe NSF Dahlgren’sFallYardSale on Fri., 

Oct.26 from 9a.m.-1 p.m. The cost torentatable and 

spaceis$5. Our bi-annualyardsalesarevery successfuland 

attractmanysellers and buyers alike.Food vendors 

will be serving during both breakfast and lunch 

times. For further information and to inquire about 

base access for vendors only, please contact Alice 

Stanton at(540)653-2013. 

Super Santa Saturday on Sat., Dec. 8 

Come getyour picturetaken withSantawhile enjoying 

aholiday snack. Kids may create beautiful holiday 

crafts. Open to all base employees and their families. 

Free toall. Call (540)653-2087formoreinformation. 

FALL INTO FITNESS 

Classesareforming forthe Fall. Registeratthe Fitness 

Center. 

Isshinryu Karate Classes, Oct. 1-Dec. 17 

Held every Mondayand Thursdayatthe Community 

House. TwoClassesareoffered:ABeginnerClass from 

5-6 p.m. for those who are new toKarate and an 

Advanced Class from 6-7 p.m. for those with previous 

Karateexperience. The cost is$100 perperson ($70 for 

eachadditionalfamilymember). Registeratthe Fitness 

Centerorcall (540)653-8580formoreinformation (last 

daytoregisterOct.22). 

Ballet and Jazz Dance Classes 

starting Mon., Oct. 1 

Available for children ages 5-18, Classes will be held 

on Monday’sand Thursday’sin the Group Exercise 

Room at the Fitness Center.These eight week classes 

coast $40 for military and $50 for DoD Civilians. 

Contact Jennifer Lundin for more information (540) 

653-8580 

Two 5KRuns Scheduled for the Fall 

Turkey Trot, on Nov.14and the Jingle Bell Run on 

Dec.12,sponsored byCarroll’sAutomotiveand NSWC 

Federal Credit Union are great fun for all involved. 

These runs include T-shirts for the first 20 registrants. 

Prizes will be given to the 1st and 2nd place men and 

woman finishers. For additional information contact 

ShellyCollierat(540)653-7341. 

CANNONBALL LANES NOW OPEN! 

Come join the fun at our new facility. Wehave 10 

lanesof bowling and astateofthe art BOSE sound system. 

Hours of Operation: Mon.-Fri. from 10 a.m.-6 

p.m., Sat. from noon-6 p.m. Cost for military is $2 per 

game, civilians for $2.50 and shoe rental cost: military 

for$1,civiliansfor$1.25. 

Cannonball Lanes is also available for Birthday 

Parties.For$100 your partywill gettwohours of bowling,forupto10people,shoe 

rentalsand achoiceofhot 

dog,hamburger,cheeseburgerorchicken tenders with 

fries and a drink. $7.50 for every additional child. 

Contact the bowling alley for more information (540) 

653-7327. 

IT’S NEVER TOO COLD FOR SWIMMING AT 

NSF DAHLGREEN 

The NSF Dahlgren AquaticCenterisopen year-round 

See Events, page 39


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MakeExcuses! 

Think of anyexcusestohavea 

party 

and FiveStarCatering will make ithappen! 

Picnics,unitgatherings,familyreunions, 

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Just givethem acall! 

Nomoreexcuses,call today! 

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and offers a wonderful indoor facility for patrons. 

Swimming lessons are offered year-round for aquatic 

students of all ages. Lessons are conveniently scheduled 

in the morning, afternoon, evening and Saturday 

time frames. 

Life Time Lap Swimming Group -The program is 

designed to help facilitate an outlet for swimming as 

exercise.The cost forthisprogramisFREE forMilitary/ 

Officer/ Retired/ Reserves/DOD and $4 for 

Civilian/Contractor. The times of this program vary 

depending on the availability of the lap lanes in the 

main pool, but there are morning, evening and weekend 

time slots offered forthisprogram. 

Water Aerobics Classes -Water Aerobics Classes are 

held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 until 6:30 

p.m. There are daily fees (E1–E9, $2; Mil. Officer, 

Retired,Reserves,$3; DOD Civilian/All Guests,$4) and 

punch cards available (for 20classes, E1-E9, $30; Mil. 

Officer,Retired,Reserves,$50; DOD Civilian/All Guests, 

$70). 

Whether you decide to visit the NSF Dahlgren 

AquaticCenterforexercise,aswimming lesson session 

orforarelaxing Saturdaywiththe kids,youwill notbe 

disappointed with the fabulous facility and welltrained 

and courteous staff. For information on the 

NSF Dahlgren Aquatic Center and the programs that 

areoffered,pleasecontact(540)653-8088. 

PLANNING AHOLIDAY PARTY? NSF 

DAHLGREN HAS THE PLACE! 

NSF Dahlgren hasseveralfabulous facilitiesthatcan 

berented uptosixmonthsin advanceforevents such 

as retirements, wetting downs, receptions and other 

gatherings. 

The RiverRange Lounge anAll-HandsFacility located 

inside of JD’sTraining and Conference Center.The 

River Range Lounge is asmall lounge with agreat 

atmosphere and can seat 40 people. You can enjoy a 

drink, play pool, shoot darts and watch TV on alarge 

screen TV. 

J.D.’sBallroom, located inside the Training and 

Conference Center,can seat 120-160 people and costs 

$150forthe entireday.Patronsmust do all of theirown 

setupand cleanup. Youcanalsorentthe full kitchen 

inside of JD’sTraining and Conference Center for an 

additional$25. 

Community House ,which has asmall full kitchen. 

The Community House isasingle structure and can 

seat 137 people. The cost for renting the Community 

House is $75 for the entire day (this includes the 

kitchen). Patrons must do all of their own set upand 

cleanup. 

NSF Dahlgren also has two outdoor facilities available 

for rent. Joy Park isacommon area with playground 

equipmentand charcoalgrills.JoyParkcanbe 

reserved for$10perday.Thisareacanonlybereserved 

after 4:30 p.m. during the school year,and also onthe 

weekends and during the summer.The NSF Dahlgren 

Parade Field and Pavilion can also be rented out on a 

contractualbasis.The NSF Dahlgren Parade Field isan 

open piece ofland that could fit 1000 people and the 

Pavilion is fully equipped with restrooms, electricity 

and lights. 

In order torent out afacility, you must be military 

(Active, Dependent, Reserve or Retired) or a 

Civilian/Contractor assigned to NSA South Potomac 

(bothNSF Dahlgren and NSF IndianHead). 

Ifyouareinterested in anyof our facilitiesand want 

further information or tocheck availability please call 

(540)653-7777/8007. 

NavalSupport Activity SouthPotomac, NavalSupport Facility Dahlgren 

MWR Admin Office540-653-7777 

AquaticsCenter540-653-8088/6213 

AutoSkillsCenter540-653-4900 

Cannonball LanesBowling Center540-653-7327 

CraftechHobbyShop 540-653-1730 

Child DevelopmentCenter540-653-4994 

Child DevelopmentHomes540-653-5823 

DouglasT.GrayGalley540-653-7326 

Gymnasium/Fitness Center540-653-8580 

Information,Tickets &Tours 540-653-8785 

LeisureServicesOffice540-653-1022 

LibertyOffice540-653-7277 

Library 540-653-7474 

Marketing and CorporateSponsorship 540-653-5826 

Movie Theater540-653-7336/7620 

Recreation EquipmentRentals540-653-4588 

RiverRange Barand Lounge 540-653-1916 

WillowOaksGolf Club540-663-3002 

YouthActivitiesCenter540-653-8009


USCG Sector New York 

Coast GuardAnnouncesMore 

Than1Million LivesSaved 

SectorNY celebrates217years of servicewiththeirannual 

picnic. 

T 

he U.S. Coast Guard has 

announced ataceremony 

Saturday in Grand 

Haven, Mich., that it has rescued 

more than one million 

persons since it was established 

in 1790. 

"When things are at their 

worst, America's Coast Guard 

is at its best," said Homeland 

Security Secretary Michael 

Chertoff. "What began as a 

revenue enforcement agency 

with a fleet of ten cutters 

established by Alexander 

Hamilton morethan200 years 

ago has evolved into the 

world's premiere multi-mission, 

maritime and military 

service. It's fitting thatwecelebrate 

the Coast Guard's 217th 

birthdaythisAugust 4thaswe 

recognize its brave men and 

women forsaving morethan1 

million livesoverthe courseof 

its long and storied history." 

"As America's lifesavers and 

guardians of the seas, Coast Guard men and women 

committhemselvesevery daytoserving our nation and 

its people withselfless courage and unflinching determination," 

said Adm. Thad Allen, commandant of the 

Coast Guard. "This year wecelebrate aremarkable 

milestoneinour history asmorethanone million lives 

have been saved by the Coast Guard since 1790.What 

beganasAmerica's onlylifesavingservicechargedwith 

the dangerous duty of saving sailors from shipwrecks 

along our coasts hasevolved intoamodern-day,multimission 

Coast Guardthatdemonstratesthe same commitmenttosaving 

livesthatitdid morethan200 years 

ago." 

The Coast Guardisone of America's fivearmed forces 

and traces its founding to Aug. 4, 1790, when the first 

Congress authorized the construction of ten vesselsto 

enforce tariff and trade laws, prevent smuggling, and 

protect the collection of the federal revenue. 

Responsibilitiesadded overthe years includedhumanitarian 

duties such as aiding 

mariners in distress and 

the service received its 

presentname in 1915 when 

the RevenueCutterService 

merged with the US Life- 

Saving Service to form a 

single maritime service 

dedicated to saving life at 

sea and enforcing the 

nation's maritimelaws. 

"The saying ‘Alife lived for 

others is alife worth while' 

truly summarizes being a 

member of the Coast 

Guard," said Capt. Jim 

McPherson, aCoast Guard 

spokesman. "For 217 years 

our brave members rowed 

through the surf to save 

livesorflewthrough storms 

to make daring rescues. 

Although the technology 

has advanced the common 

theme through the years is 

the heroismofCoast Guard 

women and men." 

The number of lives 

saved was calculated by the Coast Guard historian's 

office through research oflogs and records from the 

Coast Guard, the Revenue Cutter Service, the US Life- 

Saving Service,the LighthouseServiceand otheragencies 

that eventually became the modern Coast Guard. 

In addition to tallying the total number of lives saved, 

the historian's office has compiled alist of the top ten 

rescuesin the Coast Guard's history.The list shows the 

breadthofthe Coast Guard's effortstosavelivesin peril 

on the seasforover217years.Youcanviewthe list at: 

http://www.verticalmag.com/control/news/templates/?a=5065&z=6 

"While thistop-ten list issubjective,itcertainlyconveys 

the heroism ofour people conducting this vital 

mission,"said RearAdm. Mary Landry,directorof governmentaland 

publicaffairs. 

Our thankstothe USCGPublicAffairs Officeforthis 

article.


ANovemberMust See 

W 

hat’sthe longest running showon Broadway? 

Think you know the answer? Are you sure? 

Well, it’s actually the Macy’sThanksgiving 

DayParade®! Since1924,the Parade haskicked off the 

holiday season with glorious bands, balloons and 

floats. Foracompletehistory of the parade,checkout 

Macy’sParade History website. 

It all started in 1924 as Macy’semployees treated 

Manhattan to the city’sfirst Macy’sThanksgiving Day 

Parade®. The responsewassooverwhelmingthatthe 

founders declared itwould beanannualevent. 

Itwasin 1928thatthe famous helium-filled balloons 

were first released at the end of the parade. The following 

year,the balloonswerefitted withsafety values 

allowing them to remain airborne for several days. 

And,asanadded feature,areturnaddress wasplaced 

on the balloons. Ifyouwereluckyenough tofind one 

and returnittoMacy’s,youreceived aprize! 

In 1934 the Parade saw the first collaboration 

between Macy’s and the now famous Walt Disney 

Productions. Itwasthatyearthatsawthe introduction 

of the Parade’sfirst MickeyMouseballoon. 

As time went on and the popularity of the parade 

increased, viewers now show upat Central Park on 

Wednesday night before the big event. It’sthere that 

the Macy’semployees and volunteers finish blowing 

upthe big balloonsand the spectators come out fora 

close-upviewof the event. Warning,younowhaveto 

getthereearlyaswell,becausemoreand morespectators 

showupeachyearforthisspecialoccasion. 

What should you bring to view the parade? Dress 

warm! Even if the weatherreportsareforwarmertemperatures, 

you have to get toyour favorite location 

earlytoviewthe parade. And youwill bestandingfora 

long time at that location. And the wind is always 

blowing in the canyons of NewYork City between the 

tall skyscrapers, so bundle up and wear the extra 

woolen socks. Youcanalways removelayers if the sun 

warmsyouup. 

The parade begins at 77th Street and Central Park 

West. It proceeds toColumbus Circle and turns onto 

Broadway.The Parade marches down Broadway and 

turns west on 34th Street, just past Macy's Herald 

Square. The parade finishesat7thAvenue. Forthe best 

viewing areas, the viewing locations are from Central 

ParkWest:the west side of the streetfrom 70thStreetto 

Columbus Circle and on the east side of the streetfrom 

70th to 65th Street and Broadway -between 58th and 

38thStreets aswell as34thStreet-the southside of the 

streetbetweenBroadwayand 7thAvenue. 


There is no public viewing or press access on 

Broadwayfrom 34thto38thStreet.On34thStreetfrom 

Broadwayto7thAvenuelimited viewingisavailable on 

the southside of streetonly.Toensureagood viewing 

location, get there early.Spectators arrive as early as 

6:30 a.m. 

Ifyouareplanningavacationtothe Big Apple tojoin 

the thousands of on-lookers, plan early! The Coast 

Guard Guest Quarters fills upquickly but we dohave 

overflow options. You can book with the Navy Inn at 

Fort Wadsworth orutilize the Marriott Residence Inn 

for your stay at aspecial Coast Guard rate. The Coast 

Guard ITT office can assist you with your travel plans 

including subway and bus passes (Metro Cards), military 

discounts tokeylocations,“best options”forthose 

thatdon’tofferadiscountand wheretogoand whatto 

see tomake your stayin NewYorkCity complete. 

We thank Macys for this information about the 

parade. 

USCG SECTOR NEW YORK 

MWR OFFICE: 718-354-4407 

MWR DIRECTOR: Mr.Rick Davis, 

rick.b.davis@usccg.mil 

MWR ASSISTANT: Mrs. Monica McBrady, 

monica.mcbrady@uscg.mil 

SPECIAL OPERATIONS: Chief Rickey Perry, 

rickey.perry@uscg.mil 

SECTOR NY MWR WEBSITE: 

http://www.uscg.mil/d1/units/actny/MWR/index.htm



SectorNY’sOwnGuest Quarters 

What’sthe best deal intown? Our vote isfor Sector 

New York’s Guest Quarters. The MWR Department 

operatesatwobedroom and three bedroom,fullyfurnished,formerfamilytownhousesthatareavailable 

for 

all MWR eligible patron usage.The currentfeesareonly 

$90forthe twobedroom and $95 forthe three bedroom 

and the reservation policy allows you tobook as far in 

advance as you care to but full payment is required at 

the time of the reservation and there isacancellation 

fee if youdo decide tocancel. 

The excellent location allows for adiscounted price 

but still easy access to the heart of New York City- 

Manhattan. Enjoy the free ferry boat ride from Staten 

Island toBattery Parkasyoupass the StatueofLiberty 

and Governors Island, the past home of the NewYork 

Commands. 

OnceinManhattan,all the attractionsarejust ashort 

and safe distance away.The National Museum ofthe 

AmericanIndianiswithin walking distanceofthe ferry 

terminaland isfree! TheWorld Trade Centersiteand St. 

Paul’s Chapel is also within walking distance ofthe 

ferry.Weall knowAmerica’sbaseball team,theYankee’s. 

Hop on the #4 subwayand youwill bewalking off atthe 

ballpark. Times Square, Central Park, Grand Central 

Terminal are just some of the locations that are just a 

Masterbedroom in the three bedroom unit. 

subwayride away. 

And don’t forget the museums. From the world 

famous Mettothe less knownCloisters,history isin NY 

foryour enjoyment.Youcanspend hours enjoying the 

past. 

For more information about staying with the Coast 

Guard,checkout theirwebsiteatwww.USCG.mil/mwr 

forall Coast GuardRecreationalLodging. 

Corporate Sponsorship and 

Advertising Opportunities: 

Sector NY MWR has been jumping for the past 

twoyears withnewprogramdevelopment.Weare 

proud to announce the development of our 

Corporate Sponsorship Program. This program 

provides businesses with the opportunity to support 

the mission of MWR while receiving public 

recognition or advertising promotions. Sector NY 

MWR programs include March Madness 

Basketball, Coast Guard Day, Youth Sports 

Programs,ChartYour CourseFitness Programsand 

more. 

Sector NY’sMWR Newsletter provides advertising 

opportunities tolocal as well as national businesses.The 

Newsletter prints aminimum of2000 

hard copies per month. The distribution list 

includes all major MWR Departments of the US 

Coast Guard worldwide, the vast Sector NY MWR 

mailing list of customers, over 250 family and 100 

single residents of Fort Wadsworth, the Staten 

Island Navy Lodge,and various NY NationalGuard 

and ArmyReserveunits located on Staten Island. 

Recently,the electronicversion hasbeen expanded 

to include adatabase ofelectronic addresses 

and the newly revised Sector NY Homeport website. 

Ifyour companywould like toexplorethe possibility 

of participating in the exciting and rewarding 

CorporateSponsorship Programorbegin anadvertising 

program with Sector NY MWR, please contact 

Mr.Rick Davis by phone at (718) 354-4407 or 

byemail atrick.b.davis@uscg.mil. Completepackages 

will be forwarded to you explaining Sector 

New York’s Corporate Sponsorship or Advertising 

Program.


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Sector Escapes: 

Your Vacation Connection 

“Planning Ahead =Saving Money” 

T 

he old phrase“failingtoplanequalsplanningto 

fail” applies tomany things. However,in the 

travel business,“failing to plan” canalsomean 

paying morethanyouneed to! Toensurethe best value 

foryour vacationdollarthe time toplanfornext year’s 

vacationisNOW. 

The travel industry is already looking ahead. Many 

cruise lines including; Celebrity, Holland America, 

MSC, Norwegian, Princess, Royal Caribbean and 

Carnival posted their military discount rates for 2008 

last week. 

IsthereaDisneyvacationinyour future? Savemoney 

with your Sector New York MWR office’sdiscounted 

tickets for Disney,surrounding theme parks, and convenient 

lodging. One of the most desirable properties 

near Disney is the beautiful Shades of Green military 

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The NationalZoo: 

Funforthe Whole Family 

Written by Erna Petrich 

T 

he NationalZoo isone of 

the most acclaimed 

attractions in the 

Washington D.C. area. It is 

educational,informativeand a 

fun place to visit and most 

importantly,itisfree.This163- 

acre zoological park islocated 

on 3001 Connecticut Avenue, 

NW in Washington D.C., near 

the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams 

Morgan Metro Station. The 

Zoo is open every day of the 

year, except Christmas. The 

best time to visit the zoo is in 

spring,fall,orwinterwhen the 

temperatures are more comfortable 

and the crowds are 

smaller. 

Your great zoo experience 

and first photo opportunity is 

notatthe pen of GiantPandas, 

but at the entrance ofthe zoo. 

The zoo sign, big, light-gray 

concrete letters spelling out 

zoo, is located in the midst of 

yellow and red tulips. Many 

visitors stop here for the first 

family photo. Just past the 

entrance, banners showing 

GiantPandasremind youwho 

arethe most famous residents. 

Mei Xiang,TianTian,and their 

cub, Tai Shan are the zoo’s 

most popular attraction. You 

don’thave to follow the signs 

to direct you tothese cuties. 

Just followthe crowd. 

The fame of the NationalZoo 

is soenormous that the best 

time to visit the zoo is in the 

earlyhours (the groundsopen 

at 6am). Around noontime, 

lines at the Small Mammal 

House and the Asian Trail are 

long and the crowds move slowly. 

For parents with small children, 

maneuvering strollers iseasierearlier 

in the day when crowds are 

smaller. Lines at the restaurants 

and food stands can also be endless. 

For amore enjoyable experience, 

it is best to bring your own 

food and haveapicnic.The zoo isa 

great place for apicnic and many 

visitors aredoing just that. 

Even in the crowdedzoo,youcan 

enjoy moments of solitude behind 

the Asian elephants and the Bird 

House. These are sections where 

you can escape the crowds, listen 

to the running water from the elephant 

pen and enjoy the sound of 

birdshiding in the trees. Theirpenetrating, 

joyous and energizing 

songs are relaxing and rejuvenating. 

Forchildren and adults,the zoo is 

agreat choice for entertainment 

and education. Before heading to 

the zoo, check out the Zoo’sweb 

site,www.nationalzoo.si.eduwhich 

offers great information on activities 

for parents and educators to 

use intheir classrooms, homes or 

while at the zoo. Print some of the 

activitiesfrom the zoo websiteand 

bring them withyou.Bothyouand 

your child will bepleased withyour 

learning experience. You will crave 

formoreand will bebackatthe zoo 

again. 

The Zoo is alarge park and it is 

not recommended to see all of the 

exhibits in one day.Visit this magnificent 

place more than once. 

While stationed in Washington 

D.C. area, take the opportunity to 

explore, enjoy and learn about the 

NationalZoo.Itwill beanunforgettable 

and fun experience for the 

whole family.


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He ro 

DoD photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class M. Jeremie Yoder 

(n) somebody who commits an act of remarkable bravery or who shows 

great courage, strength ofcharacter, or another admirable quality 

Be ahero –Donate your frequent flyer miles 

In four years, service members and their families have been given 

more than 1 1 ,000 free airline tickets through the 

Fisher House Hero Miles program. The program seeks to 

reunite families by providing air travel to permit wounded or 

injured service members to fly home from amilitary or VA 

hospital, or for their families and close friends to fly to medical 

center where the wounded service member receives care. 

The program has saved these heroes and their families more 

than $14 million, but depends on the generosity 

of frequent flyers to donate their air miles. 

For more information on how you can help reunite America’s 

heroes with their families and friends, go to: 

www.fisherhouse.org,and click on “Hero Miles.” 

Thank you! 

to our partners 

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