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TABLE OF CONTENTS Military Personnel Flight The Club at Andrews The Courses at Andrews Community Commons Information, Tickets, Tours Base Library Outdoor Recreation The Presidential Inn Fourth of July Holiday Hours Dining Facility Fitness Centers Education & Training Child Development Centers Youth Center Military & Family Support Center FSS Directory July Calendar August Calendar
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Military Personnel Flight
1414 Arkansas Rd Rm 4, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762 Customer Support Section-301.981.4141
Customer Hours: 0730-1600/usaf.11fss.cs@mail.mil CAC, ID Cards, & DEERS (Appointment Only)
https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/appointment/building.aspx?BuildingId=462
Career Development Section-301.981.1776
Customer Walk-in Hours: 0830-1300 / Appointment Hours: 1300-1530 Assignments/usaf.11fss.assignments@mail.mil Out-processing (Appointment Only): Mon, Wed, & Fri at 0900 Initial Assignment Brief (Appointment Only): Tue & Thu at 0900 Passports/usaf.11fss.passports@mail.mil Mass Brief (Walk-in) Mon & Wed at 1300 Promotions/usaf.11fss.promotions@mail.mil Retentions/usaf.11fss.retentions@mail.mil Mass Brief w/Article 137 (Walk-in): Tue & Thu at 1000 Retirement & Separations/usaf.11fss.retsep@mail.mil Out-processing (Appointment Only): Mon, Wed, & Fri at 1000
Force Management Section-301.981.1776
Customer Hours: 0830-1530/usaf.11fss.fm@mail.mil
Installation Personnel Readiness Section-301.981.1776 Customer Hours: 0830-1530/usaf.11fss.ipr@mail.mil
Personnel Systems Management Section-301.981.1776 Customer Hours: 0830-1530/usaf.11fss.psm@mail.mil ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Closed all Federal holidays, AFDW Family Days, the 2nd & 4th Thursday of every month for training, and we follow all weather
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JULY 2019
Bldg. The
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Have you booked your holiday party? Dates are going fast! Call 301-568-3799 for info.
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CLOSED ADMIN ONLY
AUGUST 2019
Reserve our space for your next birthday party, wedding, retirement, promotion, social gathering, church events, meetings and much more! Ask about our business meeting lunches on and off site.
CLOSED ADMIN ONLY
CLOSED ADMIN ONLY
Tapas & Trivia
CLOSED ADMIN ONLY
CLOSED ADMIN ONLY CLOSED ADMIN ONLY
On 15 July the Golf Course will begin charging daily patrons for practice balls. Daily fee patrons will purchase a pin number in the ProShop for $5 a bucket.
Come out and play 6 holes from red tees, 6 holes from white tees, and 6 holes from blue tees. $20 entry fee includes breakfast buffet, golf cart and prizes. 4442 VIRGINIA AVENUE (301) 736-4887 Non-members would need to pay green fees. For more information or to register call the R4R (Recharge for Resiliency) Golf Pro Shop at 301.736.4887 x300. Golf Tournament 19 July | 1400-1900
Entry fre for event is $20 and includes golf, riding cart, range balls, buffet and prizes. Open to all active duty single airman plus guest. Register in the Golf Pro Shop. For more information, call 301-736-4887 x300.
Mixed Foursome Couples Golf Tournament 18 August | 1400-1900
1300 shotgun start; $40 per couple entry fee Sign up as a twosome or foursome. Entry fee includes: Cart, post tournament dinner and awards (non-members would be required to pay daily green fees as well). Register in the Golf Pro Shop. For more information, call 301-736-4887 x300. www.andrewsfss.com
Club Championship 4-5 August | 0730
Open to all qualifiers from the Commanders Cup Golf Tournament. No charge to qualifiers. Price is $40 for non-qualifiers. Pig roast following competition. For more information, call 301-736-4887 x300.
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Community Commons
National Aquarium Sleepover Purchase your tickets at 1414 Concord Ave.
Bldg 1442 Concord Ave. 301.981.4041 /AndrewsCAC
12 July & 9 August 1900-2200
Cost is $40* per person.
Instructed by the Commons’ very own, Courtney Russell. Come socialize and unwind as you paint your own masterpiece. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class start time. Limited space available per class. Sign-up today to reserve your spot.
Prices
$ $
30 35
Pre-sale at The Commons Same Day at the Door (The Club)
Package includes 6 sheets and a dauber per person.
Designer Bag
30
$
*Transportation, Aquarium Admission, 4D Immersion Film, kid-friendly dinner and continental breakfast included*
Includes all art materials, light refreshments and wine.
Bus will depart the Commons at 1530 on 16 August. Please arrive 30 minutes prior. Encounter starts at 1730 until 0900 the next morning. The bus will head back to JBA 17 August at 0900.
Discover the Aquarium after dark in an unforgettable overnight adventure and explore behind-the-scenes areas. An evening snack and breakfast are included, as well as a show in our 4D Immersion Theater. Must be at least 8 years old. All accompanied by a paying adult or be a part of a group with a paying adult chaperone. Things to bring: sleeping bag, appropriate sleepwear, comfortable clothing, non-slip shoes and emergency contact info.
2 August 1900
Have some fun, socialize and get a chance to win high-end bags! The Community Commons is hosting Designer Bag BINGO night at The Club at Andrews Bldg. 1889 Arnold Ave. Drinks and food will be available for purchase.
16-17 August 2019 1530-1030
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. Tickets can be purchased at the ITT desk.
10 August | 0800-2400 Relax and enjoy the ride on this day trip to explore the “Many Wonders of Chocolate.” Cost is $40 per person. Cost includes:admission, the tour, the Hershey Trolley, and fun in the park!
17 August 0600-2400
Join us on a trip to Atlantic City! Enjoy walking the boardwalk, ride the rides at Steel Pier, casinos or even a dinner cruise! Cost is $60 per person.
BUSCH GARDENS, VIRGINIA ITT Price Gate Price Adult Child
$49.25 $41.75
SUMMER OF
$85 $75
$39.25 $17.50 $83
Tickets
THRILL
KINGS DOMINION, VIRGINIA ITT Price Gate Price
1 Day Meal Voucher Gold Season Pass
Baltimore Orioles & Washington Nationals
$70 $20 $122
HERSHEY PARK, PENNSYLVANIA ITT Price Gate Price
Adult (9-54) Junior (3-8) Senior (55-69)
$48 $40 $40
$69.80 $47.80 $47.80
Please order tickets 5 days prior to the game you want! Exact seat location will not be known until tickets are received.
Baltimore Orioles Ticket Prices vary based on Value, Classic, Select, Prime, or Elite games. Visit ITT for a detailed list of games and prices.
Washington Nationals Tickets Per Person
INFIELD BASELINE RESERVED LF/RF CORNER LF/RF MEZZANINE UPPER GALLERY
$66.00 $54.00 $38.00 $31.50 $15.25
SIX FLAGS, MARYLAND
SMART DESTINATION EXPLORER PASS
Choose multiple attractions for one low price! Smart Destination tickets are available for multiple locations in the U.S.A., including Washington D.C. and Hawaii. We also have London, Paris, Dublin, Cancun and Dubai!
1 Day Gold Season Pass Meal Voucher Parking Pass Special Events
ITT Price Gate Price $41.25 $82.00
$77.14 $199.99
$15.75 $17.50 $32.50
$17 $20 $77.14
For details, contact the JBA ITT office.
For eligible patrons only.
Located inside the Community Commons!
Bldg 1442 Concord Ave. 301.981.4041 /AndrewsCAC *Tickets are subject to availability and are non-refundable.
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LODGING DISCOUNTS
Choice Hotels:
https://choicehotels.com Special Rate/Corp ID 00230030 to save 15%
Red Roof Inns:
https://redroof.com Special Rate - VP Code 621583 to save 15%
Spirit of Washington Lunch $62-66.50 (reg. $73-78.32)
Entertainment Cruises
Spirit of Washington Dinner $113-124.25 (reg. $133-146)
Odyssey Brunch/Lunch $88/73.25 (reg. $103/86.32)
Odyssey Dinner
$130-152.50 (reg. $153-179.50)
MT Vernon Excursions A/C $47/35.25 (reg. $55.27/41.45)
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Base Library 301.981.6454 JointBaseAndrewsLibrary andrewsbaselibrary@gmail.com
Library Closed: Sundays 4-5 July Independence Day 30 August Family Day
Computer Room closes 30 minutes before the rest of the library.
StoryTime
Monday at 1730; Wednesday at 1030
Join us each week for a special, interactive learning time involving age-appropriate themed stories, crafts and activities.
EFMP Sensory StoryTime
15 July (Ocean Theme) and 19 August (School Theme) 1700-1830 (Stories at 1730)
Participate in our safe, fun, and inclusive StoryTime designed for children across a spectrum of disabilities and needs. Activities and crafts have been adapted to include interactive sensory time, toys, and more!
Game Club
6 and 20 July; 3 and 17 August 1300-1700 | Ages 10 & Up and Families Welcome.
Meet new people and play a variety of games. Board games, table top-roleplaying, war games and more.
Creative Writing Club
Reader's Wing Book Club 1 August | 1830 -1930
Join us each month for lively discussion with fellow book lovers. No sign-up needed, just bring your thoughts! Check the library's Facebook page for the book of the month, provided by the library’s Interlibrary Loan Program.
13 and 27 July; 10 and 24 August 1100 - 1200 | Ages 13 & Up
Retiree Activity Info Session
Kids’ Creative Writing Club
Volunteer Orientation
Kids’ Writing Club is an opportunity for younger patrons to get to know the craft of creative writing. Whether already familiar or brand new to writing, this club has something for everyone.
Love the Library? Come attend our orientation and learn how you can become part of our library team and make a difference in your base community. Please fill out an application prior to attending the orientation.
What you can expect: Honing your craft and taking your writing to the next level, learning the next steps once you've finished a piece, listening to guest speakers and attending events to round out your skills.
13 and 27 July; 10 and 24 August 1000 - 1100 | Ages 7 & Up
Crafternoon
13 July; 10 August 1330 - 1600 | Ages 5 & Up
Love Pinterest? Then you'll love Crafternoon! Tables of crafts broken down by age so everyone can spend the afternoon crafting away. Best of all, this fun event is always free!
11 July; 8 August | 1500-1800
Members from the JBA Retiree Activities Office are present each month to provide information and answers to patrons regarding retirement. No appointments necessary.
11 July 1730-1830 | Ages 12 & Up
THERE’S STILL TIME TO SIGN-UP FOR THE SUMMER READING PROGRAM! Register at https://andrewsbase. beanstack.org/reader365
Mysteries at the Library 8 July | 1400-1600
You’ve heard of the Mysteries at the Museum, but have you heard of the “Mysteries at the Library?” Work together and use your sleuthing skills to solve the mysteries lurking…at the library! Adults and teens: solve our interactive murder mystery. Kids: Heard of Clue Jr.? Play our reboot, Library Jr.! If interested in being part of the mystery cast, send us an email at andrewsbaselibrary@gmail.com.
Magic the Gathering Tournament 20 July | 1300-1700
Gather your decks and mark your calendar for an epic Magic the Gathering tournament at the library!
SUMMER MOVIE SERIES CHESAPEAKE ROOM COMMUNITY COMMONS 19 JULY | 1800--2000 big Hero 6 3 August | 1530--1730 Wonderpark Join us for a FREE movie, popcorn and crafts!
JBA Got Talent? Kid’s Talent Show
19 July | 1200-1430 Chesapeake BallroomCommunity Commons
We know America’s Got Talent, now we want to know if the kids of Joint Base Andrews have talent! Help us find out! Show us what you’ve got! Fill out a registration form and drop them off at the library or email them to andrewsbaselibrary@gmail.com subject line JBA Got Talent Entry. Trophies awarded for the top 3 spots!
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Create Your Own Board Game
3 August | 1300-1500
Everyone loves playing board games, what about creating and playing your own board game? Come out this Saturday to the library to design your own board game, then play it with your friends!
SUMMER READING PROGRAM CLOSING PARTY TOY STORY 4 SHOWING 13 August |1200-1500 Base Theater
The Summer Reading Program is over and now it’s time to annouce our winners! Come out and find out the winners for the top reading prizes and the drawing tickets collected at each SRP event. Stay for a free showing of the new Toy Story 4 movie with the whole crew!
18 July
1730-1845
Tatum’s Lounge at The Club Presented by the Library and the Club. Assemble your dream team to outwit your competitors in a battle of the brains and win a prize! Tasty tapas will be available for purchase from the bar.
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Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 1000 -1700 Closed: Weekends and Federal Holidays
Freedom Park*
$75 per day This includes a 250 capacity pavilion, lights, 16 tables, restrooms, built in grill, 2 electric outlets. Facility sits above the lake. The playground is unavailable, until further notice.
OUTDOOR RECREATION Rent your summer gear with us Party tents, camping gear, lawn mowers, tables, chairs, fishing poles, moon bounces and much more!
*Park reservations must be made at Outdoor Rec. There are no more refundable cleaning fees for the parks.
! Long Term Vehicle Storage Available through ODR for cars, trucks and motorcyles. $50 a month per space.
RV Storage Lot Prices
Located at Virginia Ave., Washington Dr. & Brookley Ave. Prices range from $55-85 a month, based on size of RV.
10 August
13 July
Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard at Seneca Creek 0900-1100
Mallow’s Bay Kayaking at WW1-Era Ship Graveyard 0900-1700
$70 per person. Beginner level. Must be 12 years and up. Transportation Included.
$40 per person. Beginner level. Must be 13 years and up. Transportation NOT Included.
20 July
24 August
Charter Fishing at Chesapeake Beach 0600-1200
$55 per person. All skill levels. Must be 5 years and up. Transportation NOT Included.
26-28 July
White Water Rafting and Zip line at Adventures on the Gorge 1000-1600
$125 per person. Beginner/ Intermediate level. Must be 18 years and up. Transportation Included.
www.andrewsfss.com
Rock Climbing Technique and Movement at Great Falls 0800-1600
Call ODR to find out your eligibility requirements and status through the R4R program.
$55 per person. Intermediate level. Must be 13 years and up. Transportation Included.
31 August
Charter Fishing at Chesapeake Beach 0600-1200
$55 per person. All skill levels. Must be 5 years old and up. Transportation NOT Included.
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PRESIDENTIAL INN Bldg 1380 California Ave.
301.981.4614
Making a Reservation
Military members who are PCSing can reserve rooms at any time and stay up to 30 days if space is available. Space-A reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance, depending on the base occupancy; Space-A reservations for TLF can only be made up to 30 days in advance depending on the base occupancy. Rooms may be used for higher priority lodging guests, as required by the Joint Base Andrews mission. In this event, guests will be referred to off base hotels. Priority one guests will be given a letter of non-availability.
WHETHER YOU’RE MOVING OR JUST PASSING THROUGH,
Room Rates
Visitors Quarters (VQs) Distinguished Visitors Quarters Temporary Lodging Facility (TLF) Limited Pet Friendly Rooms -Additional $10 per night
$70 $79 $77 $77
Visit dodlodging.net for reservations not related to group rates.
THE PRESIDENTIAL INN IS HERE FOR YOU!
11th Force Support Squadron
Independence Day
~The following FSS Facilities are CLOSED Family Days and Holidays~ Child Development Centers, Education & Training, Manpower, Military & Family Support Center, 1$) +XPDQ 5HVRXUFH 2IÀFH WKH 2IÀFLDO 0DLO &HQWHU and Youth Center www.andrewsfss.com
Independence Day Thursday, 4 July
AFDW Family Day Friday, 5 July
Community Commons Information, Tickets & Tours Library
Closed Closed Closed
1000-1800 1000-1800 Closed
East Fitness Center CAC access
Closed 24/7*
Closed 24/7*
Freedom Hall DFAC
Brunch 0700-0930 Holiday Meal 1030-1200 Supper 1430-1730 Carry-Out 1800-2100 Midnight Meal 2300-0030
Breakfast 0530-0800 Carry Out 0800-0900 Lunch 1100-1300 Carry Out 1300-1430 Dinner 1600-1800 Carry Out 1800-1930 Midnight Meal 2300-0030
Marketing/Studio 11
Closed
Closed
Military Personnel Section ID/CAC Card Office
Closed Closed Open 5 July, Family Day by Appointment ONLY
Outdoor Recreation
Closed
1000-1700
Presidential Inn/Lodging
24/7
24/7
Tactical Fitness Center CAC Access
Closed 24/7*
0700-1500 24/7*
The Club at Andrews Tatum’s Lounge
Closed Closed
Business Office Closed 1500-2400
The Courses at Andrews Smokehouse 54
0600-2000 0600-1830
0600-2000 0600-1830
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FREEDOM HALL DINING FACILITY Bldg. 1628 Colorado Ave.
301.981.5303
Enlisted Dining Facility Council Meeting will be 15 August from 0930-1030.
3rd Quarter Enlisted Birthday Meal 20 August | Begins at 1100
Join us and enjoy a FREE sit-down meal served by your Senior Leadership. We will have giveaways and birthday cake. Active duty and reservist service members (E-6 and below) with birthdays in July, August, September and one guest are invited to attend.
4 July | 1030-1200
Open to all active duty, dependents, retirees, guard, reservists, and DoD civilians.
UTA Weekends:
13-14 July: 113th, 459th 20-21 July: Navy 13-14 August: Navy, 113th 24-25 August: Navy
FITNESS CENTERS 24-hour unmanned fitness available at both the East and Tactical FItness Centers. See the front desk for details and to register your CAC.
TACTICAL FITNESS CENTER
EASt FITNESS CENTER
TRX Tactical Training Lockers These lockers offer athletes another dimension to the workout with the ability to train up to 25 athletes at once, outside! The Tactical Fitness Center has two boxes located on the drill pad at Concord Avenue and Menoher Drive. Sign-out keys at the TFC front desk Monday-Friday 0530-2000 and Saturday 0800-1400.
3-ON-3 BASKETBALL Tournament 1630-2000
The Tactical Fitness Center will host its 6th annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament. Eligibility is open to all JB Andrews military members, DoD and NAF civilians and dependents. Sign-up at the Tactical Fitness Center front desk. www.andrewsfss.com
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July
3 POINT SHOOTOUT BASKETBALL Competition
21 August | 1430
The Tactical Fitness Center will host its 8th annual 3-point shootout basketball competition. Each contestant will have 60 seconds to shoot 25 three pointers from various positions on the court. Sign-up at the Tactical Fitness Center front desk. Spotlight
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START A NEW DEGREE
OR FINISH ONE YOU’VE STARTED
Education & Training
Central Michigan University at Joint Base Andrews and online
Bldg 1413 Arkansas Rd. Rm 100 301.981.6377/5733
Airman Higher Education Briefing
2 July & 6 August | Begins at 0800 18 July & 15 August | Begins at 1300
Mandatory briefing, per AFI 36-2649, for a service member to receive educational counseling if they wish to use Military Tuition Assistance for the first time in their career.
Commissioning Briefing 21 August | 1300-1400
Overview of all commissioning programs available to enlisted members.
Education Fair
15 August | 1000-1400
Held at The Club at Andrews.
World-class programs and local support to help you reach your personal goals.
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Learn more
TODAY!
Andrews.AFB@cmich.edu cmich.edu/JBA 301-568-0545
GI Bill Briefing
9 July & 13 August | 1300-1400 Overview of Post 9/11 GI Bill & MGIB benefits/transferability.
Paid Ad. No Federal endorsement of advertiser intended. Central Michigan University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight (see http://www.cmich.edu/ocrie). 3794725 5/19
Child Development Centers CDC #1 Bldg. 4575 Virginia Ave. 301.981.3055/3035
CDC #2 Bldg. 4783 San Antonio Blvd. 301.981.3323/3324
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CDC #3 (JP Hoyer) Bldg. 3725 Fetchet Ave. 240.857.3458/3197
Family Child Care The Family Child Care Program is looking for individuals interested in becoming family child care providers in base housing. If you are interested in caring for children while building your own business, please contact the Family Child Care Office at 301-981-2123 for more information about upcoming free training opportunities.
Introducing
A Department of Defense (DoD) program that makes it easier to find the child and youth care your family needs. www.andrewsfss.com
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JBA Youth Programs presents
Parent Involvement
20 July & 6 August 1600-1700 Join us for paint and pizza.
29 July 2 August Ages 6-18 Auditions held at the Base Theater on 29 July at 1300. Presentation will be 2 August at 1400.
Monthly YC/SAC Parent Advisory Board Meetings
30 July & 27 August 1645-1745
Register at the Front Desk. $10 participation fee. Must be paid at time of registration.
Register Register Now Now for for Teen Teen ADventure ADventure Weeks Weeks & & Pre-teen Pre-teen and and Teen Teen Specialty Specialty Camps Camps a Rd. Bldg. 4700 Yum 4 5 9 5 / 6 3 301.981.56
JBAYP
Pre-teen Arts Workshops
8-12 July | Ages 9-12 | 0900-1300
Youth will engage exploring and create art pieces from various art categories including, monochromatic drawings, colored pencil drawings, pastels, watercolors, oil & acrylic and mixed media. Cost is $20 for the week. Supplies included.
Pre-teen Cooking Camp
15-17 July | Ages 9-12 | 0900-1300 (limited to 10 students) Youth will learn the basics of cooking and learn to prepare three appetizing dishes. Cost is $25 per child.
Sewing Camp
19-23 August | Ages 9-17 | 0900-1300 (limited to 15 students)
Teen Week #2 | 15-19 July Teen Week #3 | 5-9 August Teen Week #4 | 26-30 August Cost varies per day. register at the Youth Center.
This class covers the fundamentals of beginning sewing. Students will learn basic machine operation, basic sewing techniques, and necessary tools and terminology. Includes familiar with measuring for pattern size, pattern selection and pattern envelope reading, fabric and notion selection, pattern layout, cutting, and sewing to complete the garment. Fabric pre-wash and care information discussed, and pattern piece pull-out. Cost is $40 per student.
Science Camp
19-23 August | 1330-1630
30 July-2 August | 0800-Noon JBA Liberty Park Pool | FREE Kids will learn the ABCDs of water safety and interact with first responders. Youth are required to attend all day. Swimming attire and sunscreen are mandatory.
The Science Camp goal is to expose and engage youth to various disciplines of science. The camp includes role-playing scenarios that direct the youth to accomplish tasks in various scientific disciplines. The beginning of each session will start with a team building activity, and game break sessions will happen between segments.
Photography Camp
26-29 August | Ages 9-17 | 0900-1300
Youth will learn the basics of photography and the components and settings of camera operations. Cost is $10 per student.
JBA YOUTH SPORTS
RCE O S F D E ’S ARM A C I R E AM
Kickball
The Cheer and Hip Hop program focuses on fun Tournament $20 for daughterwith & mom cheers and modern hip hop movements a 1-3 July | Ages 7-18 vivacious urban feel. hipor hop portion of the & mom $25 forThe two more daughters 0900-1300 | Youth Center Gym/ class will focus on rhythm and musicality, how to Baseball Fields "find", count music and dance in with a team. Each camper will learn the game of The cheer portion of the class will teach various kickball as it has been rising in the dance and cheer combinations, basic stunts, DC/metro area and play games and fun choreography. Along with these skills, throughout the day. The camp participants will receive daily take home activities must have at least that build teamwork, confidence and leadership 20 participants. skills. On the last day students will provide a Cost is $10. performance to showcase what the participants have learned!
Fall Sports Registration runs through 10 August! 22-26 July | Ages 9-18 | 0900-1300 Youth Center Gym
Each camper will receive hours of high-quality, sport specific instruction from professional instructors. Evaluation and commentary for continued sports skill development with drills to improve skills will be offered. The camp is open to 30 participant. Cost is $50. www.andrewsfss.com
Programs include: Flag Football, Soccer and Start Smart Football. A current physical is required to register.
12 July | Ages 5-12 at the Youth Center
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Military & Family Support Center Bldg. 1191 Menoher Drive 301.981.7087
Employment Readiness
Personal and Work Life
Eat, Learn, Grow: Healthy Relationships for Singles 12 July | 1130-1230
12 July | 1200-1300
This presentation helps you to clarify what you are really looking for in a relationship and help you to become aware of your own personal pitfalls in choosing the wrong people.
Resume Development 101
Eat, Learn, Grow: Parenting Skills for the Single Service Member
Lunch and Learn - Interviewing Skills Basic introduction to interviewing skills. Will include practice in groups. Bring your own lunch.
15 July | 0900-1200
Workshop teaches attendees how to write an effective and competitive private sector resume. Discusses resume components, resume types and how to organize your experience in order to highlight your skills.
Lunch and Learn - Updated Priority Placement Program and State Spouse Licensure 9 August | 1200-1300
Military Spouse Preference: This workshop will give the attendee current information on the updated Priority Placement Program (PPP) which is intended to lessen the career interruption of spouses who relocate with their military sponsors. State Licensure: This topic will cover how a military spouse can possibly be reimbursed for the cost of re-certification that stems for a Permanent Change of Station (PCS).
10 Steps to a Federal Job 15 August | 0900-1500
Based on the book “Ten Steps to Federal Resume” by Kathryn Troutman. Learn to navigate the USAJOBS website and analyze job annoucements. Receive tips on how to create a federal resume.
2 August | 1130-1230
This comprehensive presentation addresses the many aspects of single parenting in the military including: letting go of guilt, helping your child understand the importance of your job, how to effectively parent while deployed and much more.
Relocation Assistance Welcome to Andrews
8, 22 July & 5, 19 August | 0800-1500
Required base orientation for new military personnel. Spouses and civilians are encouraged to attend. Location is at the Community Commons.
Plan My Move
13 August | 0900-1200
Session will provide comprehensive moving information and links to Military Installations, Military OneSource, TMO, Finance, MPF, and more.
Transition Assistance
Pre-Seperation/Retirement Counseling Every Wednesday | 0800-1100
This mandatory briefing must be completed at least 90 days prior to your separation/retirement date; highly encouraged to attend up to 12 months before separation and up to 24 months before retirement.
Capstone
Every Thursday | 0800-1100
Mandatory for all seperating/retiring personnel and should be accomplished no later than 90 days prior to discharge.
TAP GPS - 5 Day Workshop
8-12, 22-26 July & 5-9, 19-23 August | 0800-1630
Mandatory Transition briefing to include Overview, Finance, Dept. of Labor Employment workshop and VA Benefits Briefing I & II. Attire is civilian business casual. Spouses are encouraged to attend. All must register.
VA Benefits and Services
16 July & 27 August | 0800-1600
Mandatory for members claiming exemption from attending the DoD/AF day and Dept. of Labor Employment workshop. Call the M&FSC for exempted categories..
Franchising: Your Next Career Alternative 18 July | 0900-1100
Discover franchises available to veterans at discounted prices; come learn the advantages and disadvantages of franchising.
Disabled Transition Assistance Program 19 July & 2 August | 0800-0900
Briefing provides specialized information about the Department of Veteran Affairs’ Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program (VR&E).
Retirement Benefits Briefing 19 July | 0900-1100
Mandatory for all separating/retiring personnel and should be accomplished no later than 90 days prior to discharge.
VA Woman’s Health Transition Training 30 July | 0830-1600
This course will provide you with a deeper understanding of the woman’s health services available to you within the VHA health care system. The session will be interactive, with opportunities to personalize content, and will be led by a female veteran.
Financial Readiness
Thrift Savings Plan/Retirement 17 July | 1200-1430
Attendees will learn about Participant Eligibility, Establishing Your TSP Account; Starting, Changing, and Stopping Your Contributions; Contribution Allocations; Inter-fund Transfers; Beneficiaries; TSP Loans, and more.
First Duty Station Officer’s Briefing 25 July | 1230-1400
All Officers reporting to their First Duty Station (FDS) are required to receive financial readiness training within 90 days of arrival. Attending this briefing completes this mandate.
Entrepreneurship Track
(Boots to Business)
12-13 August | 0800-1600 www.andrewsfss.com
Two-day class where attendees will acquire the tools and knowledge needed to identify a business opportunity, draft a plan, and launch their enterprise. Spouses are encouraged to attend; all must register.
Plan! Spend! Save! with Money Habitudes 14 August | 1200-1330
Develop a spending plan that works for you! Attendees will learn to set realistic financial goals, develop a spend plan that works, track expenses, strategies for paying off debt faster and meeting savings goals.
Exceptional Family Member Family Support 2019 EFMP Summer Camp 5-9 August | 1200-1430
Voting Assistance Information Your Joint Base Andrews Installation you exercise the very right you protect -- your right to vote! We can help you register to vote, request an absentee ballot and notify your a change of address. Installation Voter Assistance (IVA) and mail your voting materials if you need the assistance. Please contact your Voting Assistance Opening Hours: Monday - Friday: 0830-1430 Closed on Holidays and AFDW Family Days.
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Interactive Customer Evaluation
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A half-day summer camp for children 5-13 enrolled in the EFMP or with a verifiable diagnosis/disability & their siblings.
EFMP 101
16 August | 1030-1130
All 3 components of EFMP will educate newly enrolled service members about the EFMP. Leaders are encouraged to attend to learn about requirements of the program and the resources available to their service members.
Please contact the M&FSC at 301-981-7087 for more information.
Air Force Aid
Bundles for Babies
19 July | 1100-1500
Workshop designed for expectant or new parents (w/in 60 days). Topics include: budgeting, nutrition, Shaken Baby Sydrome SIDS, and car seat safety. Bundles given to all active duty. Sponsored by AFA. Lunch provided.
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FSS DIRECTORY AND HOURS OF OPERATION CHILD &YOUTH SERVICES
Central Registration & FCC Bldg 4575 Virginia Ave. 301.981.9981/9982 Tuesday & Thursday 1000-1300 Monday, Wednesday & Friday By Appointment CDC #1 Bldg 4575 Virginia Ave. 301.981.3055/3035 Monday-Friday
0615-1745
CDC #2 Bldg 4783 San Antonio Blvd. 301.981.3323/3324 Monday-Friday 0615-1745 CDC # 3 (JP Hoyer) Bldg 3725 Fetchet Ave. 240.857.3458/3197 Monday-Friday
Military & Family Support Center Bldg 1191 Menoher Dr. 301.981.7087 Monday-Friday 0730-1630 Thursdays 0730-1430 Military Personnel
CAC/ID Card, Customer Service, Career Development, Force Management & Deployment Readiness
Bldg 1414 Arkansas Rd. Rm 4 301.981.1776/5922
Closed every second & fourth Thursday each month
Youth Center Bldg 4700 Yuma Rd. 301.981.5636 Office & School-Age Program Monday-Friday 0600-1800 Teen Programs Monday-Friday 1500-1900 Tween Programs (ages 9-12) Monday-Friday 1600-1900
MILITARY RESOURCES
Education & Training Center Bldg 1413 Arkansas Rd.Rm 100 301.981.6377 Monday-Wednesday & Friday 0730-1600 Thursday 0900-1600
Thursday & Friday Saturday Hangar One Friday Tatum’s Lounge Tuesday & Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1100-2100 1100-2200 1100-1700 1600-2200 1500-2200 1500-2300 1400-2400 1300-1800
Library 301.981.6454 Monday & Thursday Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
1000-2000
Freedom Hall Dining Facility Bldg 1628 Colorado Ave. 301.981.6516 Monday-Friday Breakfast 0530-0800 Carry Out 0800-0900 Lunch 1100-1300 Carry Out 1300-1430 Dinner 1600-1800 Carry Out 1800-1930 Midnight Meal 2300-0030 Saturday-Sunday Brunch 0700-1200 Supper 1430-1730 Carry Out 1800-2100 Midnight Meal 2300-0030
1000-1800
RECREATION & LEISURE
Meeting Rooms Monday-Saturday Sunday
0730-2000 Closed
COMMUNITY COMMONS
Bldg 1442 Concord Ave. 301.981.4041 Indoor Playground Monday-Saturday
0615-1745
Cashier’s Cage Tuesday & Wednesday
0700-2000
Information, Tickets & Tours Monday-Friday 1000-1800 Saturday 1000-1400
DINING
The Club at Andrews
Bldg 1889 Arnold Ave. 301.568.3100 Sunday & Monday
Closed
Tactical Fitness Center (TFC) Bldg 1444 Concord Ave. 301.981.7101/7102 Monday-Friday 0430-2100 Saturday 0700-1500 Sunday Closed Outdoor Recreation (ODR) Bldg 1235 Menoher Dr. 301.981.4109/5663 Monday-Friday 1000-1700 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Presidential Inn Bldg 1380 California Ave. 301.981.4614 Open 24/7 including Holidays NAF Human Resource Bldg 1602 Brookley Ave. Rm 161 301.981.5614 Monday-Friday 0830-1530 Closed every fourth Thursday each month
All facilities are closed on weekends, AFDW Family Days and federal holidays unless otherwise noted.
The Courses at Andrews Bldg 4442 Virginia Avenue 301.981.4653 0600-2100
Holiday hours are available at andrewsfss.com.
East Fitness Center (EFC) Bldg 3705 Fetchet Ave. 301.981.1610 Monday-Friday 0600-1400 Unmanned Fitness Open 24/7
All emergency closures due to facility maintenance or weather will be available at facebook.com/AndrewsFSS.
•StoryTime •Airman Higher Ed.
•Game Club
•Create Your
•Red, White, & Blue Own Board Game Golf Tournament •Pre-separation •Fourth of July Meal Counseling
Kickball Tournament •Welcome to Andrews
•Retiree Activity
•StoryTime
•G.I Bill Briefing
•StoryTime
Info Session •Volunteer Orientation • 3-on-3 Basketball
•Pre-separation
•Mysteries at the
Counseling
Library
•America’s
TAP GPS - 5 Day Workshop •EFMP
StoryTime
•Resume Development 101
•VA Benefits & Services
•StoryTime
•Pre-separation Counseling
•Thrift Savings Plan
Kids Color Run
•Airman Higher Ed.
•R4R Golf
•Tapas & Trivia •Franchising: Your Next Career Alternative
•Bundles for Babies •JBA’s Got Talent •Summer Movie
•Karaoke Night
Teen Week #2 •StoryTime
•StoryTime
•Pre-separation
•Welcome to Andrews
Counseling
TAP GPS - 5 Day Workshop
Library Community Commons M&FSC Fitness Centers Outdoor Recreation Golf Course Youth Center DFAC Education & Training The Club
•StoryTime •Missoula Snow
White Auditions
•VA Women’s
Health Transition Training •Parent Advisory Board Meeting
Tournament
Series: Big Hero 6
•Retirement Benefits Briefing •DTAP
•Creative
Writing Club
•Crafternoon •Mallow’s Bay
Kayaking at WWi - Era Ship Graveyard
•Game Club •Magic the
Gathering
•Charter Fishing at
Chesapeake Beach
•Parent Involvement •Creative
•First Duty Station
Writing Club
Officer’s Briefing
Triple Play Camp
Key:
•Art & Sip •Eat, Learn, Grow: Healthy Relationship for Singles •Lunch & Learn: Interviewing Skills
•StoryTime
•Pre-separation Counseling
Zac Foundation Camp
White Water Rafting and Zipline at Adventures on the Gorge
•Karaoke Night •Reader’s Wing
Book Club
•Designer
Bag BINGO
•DTAP •Eat, Learn, GrowL Parenting Skills
•Game Club
•Summer
Movie Series: Wonderpark
•Missoula Snow
White Performance
•StoryTime
Club Championship •Welcome to Andrews
•StoryTime •Pre-seperation Counseling
•Airman Higher Ed. •Parent Advisory
Board Meeting
•Parent Involvement
•Retiree Activity
Info Session
EFMP Summer Camp
•Art & Sip •Creative •Lunch & Learn: Writing Club Updated Priority •Crafternoon Placement Program •Hershey Park Trip and State Spouse Licensure •Learn to
Paddleboard at Seneca Creek
TAP GPS - 5 Day Workshop •StoryTime
•10 Steps to a Federal Job •Airman Higher Ed. •Plan! Spend! Save! •Karaoke Night •Education Fair •StoryTime
•GI Bill Briefing
•Pre-seperation Counseling
•Plan My Move •Summer Reading
Program Closing Party: Toy Story 4
•Entrepreneurship Track (Boots to Business)
Summer Cheer & Hip Hop Camp
•3rd Quarter •Mixed Foursome
Couples Golf Tournament
•EFMP StoryTime •Welcome to Andrews
Enlisted Birthday Meal
•StoryTime •Commissioning
Briefing • 3-Point Shootout TAP GPS - 5 Day Workshop Science Camp British Soccer Camp
•StoryTime
Key:
Library Community Commons M&FSC Fitness Centers Outdoor Recreation Golf Course Youth Center DFAC Education & Training The Club
•EFMP 101
•Game Club •Atlantic City Trip
National Aquarium Sleepover •Creative
Writing Club
•Rock Climbing
Techniques and Movement at Great Falls
•StoryTime •VA Benefits & Services
•Pre-seperation Counseling
•Charter Fishing
at Chesapeake Beach