July/August 2018
Spotlight
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4 July | 1200-1800 Games, Entertainment and Prizes! Admission is Free! Discount Season Passes Available for Purchase!
Table of Contents
Fourth of July Pool 2 The Club at Andrews 4 The Landing Zone 5 Community Commons 6 Information, Tickets, Tours 7 Base Library 8-9 Outdoor Recreation 10 Base Pool 11 Customer Appreciation 12-13 The Courses at Andrews 14 Fitness Centers 15 Dining Facility 15 Youth Center 16-17 Child Development Centers 18 Military&FamilySupportCenter 19 Presidential Inn 20 Education & Training 20 Voting Assistance 21 Paid Ads 21 Joint Base Andrews Map 22 FSS Facilities Directory 23 Redskins Walkthrough 24
LT COL JASON M. GUADALUPE
Commander, 11 FSS
ERIC D. WOOD Deputy, 11 FSS
MARKETING TEAM
DAWN A. MILLER Publicity Coordinator
RAQUEL M. CLOMA Marketing Specialist/Editor
MICHAEL B. MCKINNEY
Graphics & Visual Information Specialist
KENRICK M. BISSESSAR JR.
Graphics & Visual Information Specialist *Cover by Kenrick Bissessar The Spotlight magazine is designed to inform our customers of events happening in our facilities. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of Joint Base Andrews, the DoD or the U.S. Air Force. All program dates and times printed in this publication are subject to change. For questions about the Spotlight call the Marketing Office at 301.981.9258.
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The Club at Andrews Bldg. 1889 Arnold Ave. 301.568.3100 Andrews AFB The Club at Andrews
Membership Breakfast 10 July | 0700-0900 Tuesday morning breakfast cooked to order! Open to all Free for club members; $9.00 for non-members. Tatum’s Lounge is open every Saturday morning from 1000-1300 for your breakfast needs!
2nd Quarter Awards Social WINNER
27 July | 1530-1800
It’s always the right time to recognize our award winners of all levels! 11th Wing Squadrons/Commanders/ 1st Shirts, bring your award winners of any level to The Club! Units with the most award winner attendees at the event will be rewarded!
DRIVE IN MOVIE 14 July| 1700-2300
Join us for a family movie night! Park your car at The Club parking lot and enjoy a movie on our big screen.
First Friday Socials 6 July & 3 August 1500-1800
Join us for our monthly social! Enjoy drink and food specials held in Tatum’s Lounge.
Airman’s Night at The Club 31 August | 2000-0100 Enjoy DJ Entertainment Drink Specials and More!
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Bldg 1442 Concord Ave. 301.981.4041 /AndrewsCAC 13 July & 10 August 1900-2200 $25 per person
FLEA MARKET
14 July & 14 August | 1100-1500
INDOOR PLAYGROUND LOCATED INSIDE
Come out and make some money off those unwanted or forgotten items! $6 for space & table $3 for space Admission to shop is free!
Vineyard &
Cost includes all art materials, refreshments and hors d’ouevres. Enjoy a relaxing, artistic experience. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class time. Limited space available per class.
21 July: Great Frogs Winery 11 August: Frankins Brewery All tours will leave and return to the Community Commons. Tour times may vary. Contact the ITT office for more information.
Prices include: Transportation and tour. Must be Ages 21 and up to participate.
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WINE MIXER Seafood Broil &
1700-2100 11 August 2018
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The classic event from Step Brothers comes to Joint Base Andrews!
Community Commons CRAB & SEAFOOD BROIL LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DRINK TASTINGS PRIZES
Tickets can be purchased at the Community Commons or on Eventbrite* http://jbacatalinawinemixer.eventbrite.com.
Kings Dominion 1 Day Meal voucher Gold Season Pass
ITT $39.25 $16.25 $83
Gate $68 $17 $120
Six Flags America 1 Day Gold Season Pass Meal Voucher Parking Pass Special Events
ITT $40 $80 $14.50 $16 $31.50
Gate $70 $175 $15 $20 $70
19 May/30 Jun/1-8 Jul
Hershey Park, PA Adult (9-54) Junior (3-8) Senior (55-69)
ITT $44 $38.50 $38.50
Gate $67.80 $45.80 $45.80
SPIRIT OF WASHINGTON & ODYSSEY CRUISES BRUNCH, LUNCH AND DINNER RANGE FROM $58-$142 MT VERNON EXCURSIONS $44.25/40 ***All Prices subject to change***
The Washington D.C. Explorer Pass is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility. Choose 3 attractions from a list of 12, including Big Bus Washington D.C.: Patriot Tour (Hop-On Hop Off), Madame Tussauds DC, International Spy Museum, George Washington's Mount Vernon, Newseum, and Washington Monuments Cruise, and more. Enjoy the flexibility to choose attractions as you go and take up to 30 days to use your pass. Washington DC Explorer Pass Choose 3 - Ad Washington DC Explorer Pass Choose 3 - Ch Washington DC Explorer Pass Choose 4 - Ad Washington DC Explorer Pass Choose 4 - Ch Washington DC Explorer Pass Choose 5 - Ad Washington DC Explorer Pass Choose 5 - Ch
ITT Price $52 $35 $66 $44 $79 $52
Gate Price $59 $39 $74 $49 $89 $59
ATLANTIC CITY New Jersey
Visit our ITT desk for local ticket information & ticket purchase.
14 July Price: $45*
BusTrip
*Includes transportation
Purchase your tickets at ITT, located in the Community Commons.
Time of departure from Community Commons: 0630 * *Please arrive by 0600.
Return time to JBA will be by 2400.
18 August Price: $ 55* *Includes transportation
Customers will be dropped off at the boardwalk in Atlantic City.
Time of departure from Community Commons: 0630 Please arrive by 0600
Time of departure from New York: 2000 7
Library Closed Sundays & July 4 & 5
Story Time
Mondays at 1730; Wednesdays at 1030 Join us each week for a fun, interactive learning time for parent and child involving themed stories, songs, crafts and activities. Check our calendar and Facebook page for weekly themes.
Reader’s Wing Book Club
Located inside the Community Commons on the second floor Bldg. 1442 Concord Ave. 2nd floor 301.981.6454 JointBaseAndrewsLibrary andrewsbaselibrary@gmail.com
Creative Writing Club
14 & 28 July; 11 & 25 August | 1100-1230 Ages 13+ 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 our your skills.
2 August | 1830-1930 | Ages 18+ Join us monthly for lively discussion with fellow book lovers. No sign-up needed, just bring your thoughts! Check the library’s S.T.E.M. Saturday Facebook page for each month’s book and 28 July; 25 August | 1300-1600 pick them up at the Library. Recommended ages 8+ Come explore all things science, Game Club technology, engineering, and math! We’ll 7 & 21 July; 4 & 18 August | 1300-1800 Ages have hands on activities, and S.T.E.M. kits to 8 & up | Families are welcome stimulate your brain and imagination. There Meet new people and play lots of games. will be a featured activity each month. Each meeting you can also choose from board games, table top role-playing, war Create Your Own Board Game games and more. 4 August | 1500-1800 | All Ages
Retiree Activity Info Session
12 July; 9 August | 1500-1800 Members from the JBA Retiree Activities Office are on hand each month to provide information and answers to patrons regarding retirement. No appointments necessary.
Kids Creative Writing Club
14 & 28 July; 11 & 25 August | 1000-1100 Ages 7 & up Kid’s 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.
Hosted by our monthly Game Club, come on out and create your own game! All materials will be provided!
Summer Reading Program Remember, last day to collect or turn in your minutes will be 13 August! Registration runs from 16 June and lasts until 13 August. Anyone can register on our designated website: https://andrewsbase.beanstack.org/reader365
Beach Crafternoon
14 July | 1330-1600 | Ages 5 & Up If you love Pinterest, then you’ll love this Pinterest-inspired beach-themed Crafternoon. Tables will be filled with crafts broken down by age and free crafts. Come spend the day crafting with us. Snacks are provided.
Under the Sea Event
19 July | Base Movie Theater | All Ages Crafts 1400-1500 | Shows at 1500 & 1600 Come under the sea with us as we explore the ocean deep and get to know its creatures up close and hands-on from experienced marine scientists as they introduce us to the ecology, biology, and biodiversity of the sea around us.
Summer Movie Series: Disney Classics 20 July; 10 August | 1900-2200 | All Ages Be our guest as we watch Beauty and the Beast in July and The Lion King in August. Popcorn and drinks provided. Films will be shown in the Commons Ballroom.
Magic the Gathering Competition
21 July | 1300-1800 | All Ages Haven’t played Magic the Gathering in a while? Is your deck collecting dust? Come on down to the library to compete in a casual competition where all the decks are welcomed. Snacks, drinks, and prizes provided!
Pirates & Mermaids Event w/ Commons 27 July | 1200-1500 | All Ages ARRR! Mermaids and pirates have come to
dry land at the Community Commons and they’ve brought themed crafts and stories for everyone! There will be craft tables by age group from noon until 1400, themed snacks, coloring pages, games, and so much more to enjoy! Mark your calendars for a swashbuckling great time!
World Fair
31 July | 1200-1700 | All Ages Magician Shows at 1300 & 1500 Come one, come all to the World Fair! Win prizes with carnival games, defy gravity in a bouncy castle, dazzle your friends with your newly painted face, and watch in awe as the great Magician Vik performs illusions before your very eyes at 1300 and 1500. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from The Landing Zone.
Back to School Crafternoon
11 August | 1330-1600 | Ages 5 & Up Summer is winding down and school is starting soon. Why not spend the day crafting some free things you’ll want to use for the new school year? The craft tables are broken down by age and snacks are provided.
Summer Reading Closing Party
15 August | 1200-1500 Base Movie Theater | All Ages JBA Library is taking over the movie theatre for a FREE showing of the Incredibles 2 along with a free popcorn and drink to the first 100 patrons. We will also announce all our top readers and winners from our ticket drawing of our Summer Reading Program starting at noon. The movie starts at 1300.
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Outdoor Recreation Tandem Skydiving
7 & 28 July; 4 August | 0800 $90 SAP ($185 non-SAP) Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Delmarva Peninsula at 6,000 ft. Must be 18 years or older. Transportation is provided.
Sky is the Limit
21 July | 1100-1230 $8 pp for military families $22 pp for DoD/CIV families For our special needs and differently abled families in the community. For ages 2 and up. The JBA group will be the first to launch this brand new special needs program to Sky Zone. Toddlers and younger children will enjoy the Freestyle Course, Sky Slam, and a Foam Pit. Older children, teens and adults will enjoy the Challenge Zone, Dodgeball, and Ninja Warrior. Transportation is not provided.
Not seeing the trips you like? Visit our ODR office and bring us your ideas of trips you’re interested in taking.
(SAP) Single Airman Elligible:
RecOn Elligible:
Active Duty or Reserve Component officer or enlisted member and their family members.
Active Duty or Reserve Component officer or enlisted member without a spouse.
Park Reservations are now available!
Reservation forms and full payment are due at the time of the reservation.
Yuma Park: Freedom Park $60 per day. $75 per day. Includes access Includes access to a large pavillion to a large pavillion with lights, 1 large with lights, 18 grill, 11 tables, tables, restrooms, restrooms, and built in grill, and 2 1 electric outlets. electric outlets. Secure your spot for these trips by registering at Outdoor Recreation! Visit www.andrewsfss.com to see the equipment rental forms and price list!
Horseback Riding
18 August | 0930-1330 $25 RecOn ($45 non-RecOn) No experience is necessary. Your horse is ready for you to saddle up! Enjoy beautiful hour long trail rides. Must be 12 years or age or older. Transportation is provided.
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Chesapeake Bay Camping 20-21 July | Depart at 1200 $50 per person Camping and paddle boarding in the Patuxent. Equipment and transportation provided. For Dorm Residents only! Limited to the first 12 participants.
Kayak & Biking Trip
24-25 August | Depart at 1200 $50 per person Kayak and Bike at Pohick Bay. Equipment provided (kayaks, life vests, bikes, etc.) For Dorm Residents only! Limited to the first 12 participants.
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iFly Airmen Trip Trip for airmen in the dorms through ITT.
Pop Up Wheel
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Lunch at The Courses at Andrews
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4th of July Pool Party 1200-1800: Come celebrate Independence Day at the Base Pool with games and food! Admission is FREE!
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First Friday at The Club at Andrews 1500-1800: Unwind with your friends and coworkers at our monthly social with drink and food specials.
Game Club at The Library 1300-1800: Come play your favorite role playing, tabletop, and card games!
Dave & Busters Airmen Trip
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Welcome to Andrews
Trip for airmen in the dorms through ITT. 0800-1500: New incoming military personnel, spouses and civilians are invited to meet base organizations and agencies. Call 301-981-7087 to register.
Education Center
3 on 3 Basketball Tournament at the Tactical Fitness Center 1630-2000: Open to all JBA military members, DoD and NAF civilians and dependents.
Art & Sip at the Community Commons
Creative Writing at the Base Library
Join us for creative writing prompts, exercises, and discussion.
Atlantic City Bus Trip with ITT
Readers Wing Book Club at the Base Library 1830: Enjoy discussions with fellow book lovers. Copies of each book will be available at the library to checkout.
Pop Up Wheel
Follow us on social media to see where you can try your luck and spin the wheel!
1900-2200: Enjoy a relaxing, artistic experience with painting and wine for $25. Must be 18+.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at The Courses restaurant, Smokehouse 54!
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ITT will provide transporation for an Atlantic City day trip! Cost is $45 per person. Purchase your tickets from ITT!
Kings Dominion Airmen Trip Trip for airmen in the dorms through ITT.
Outdoor Recreation Pop Up Wheel Follow us on social media to see where you can try your luck and spin the wheel!
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Lunch at The Landing Zone/The Club/The Courses at Andrews
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Education Center
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Youth Center
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Great Frogs Wine Tour with ITT
Tour Great Frogs Winery with us! Transportation is included in price. Must be 21+. Purchase your tickets from ITT!
Game Club at the Base Library
1300-1800: Come play your favorite role playing, tabletop, and card games!
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Look for Hidden Smile Cards!
There will be smiles hidden all around FSS! Find one, bring it to the customer service desk and we’ll give you a prize! Where will the Smiles be hidden? In your lodging room, on fitness equipment, on your golf cart, or with your food order! Keep your eyes peeled and get ready to smile! *The Spotlight Magazine, this brochure, staff uniforms or buttons, and any other publicity material, either print or electronic are excluded.
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Go Karting Airman Trip Trip for airmen in the dorms through ITT.
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Look for OUR Smiles - Prize Patrol
0800-1500: New incoming military personnel, spouses and civilians are invited to meet base organizations and agencies. Call 301-981-7087 to register.
The Prize Patrol Smile Team will be roaming around Joint Base Andrews looking for people showing their smiles! If they spot you, you could win prizes!
Burgers & Cornhole Lunch on the Commons Patio
Enjoy burgers, hot dogs, and cornhole on the Community Commons Patio.
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VA Benefits Briefing at the Military & Family Support Center Pop Up Wheel
Follow us on social media to see where you can try your luck and spin the wheel!
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Show us YOUR Smiles - Online
Post pictures of you and your friends and family having fun at our FSS Facilities on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter and use #FSSSmiles and #ServicesSmiles. You could win! Winners will be announced on Facebook.
Crafternoon at the Base Library 1400-1600: Come out for an afternoon of hands-on crafting fun! All ages are welcome.
Family Fun Event at the Community Commons:
Pirates & Mermaids are invading the Commons! Enjoy story time and crafts host by the Commons & the Base Library.
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Tandem Skydive Trip with Outdoor Recreation
0800-1300: Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Delmarva Peninsula at 6,000 ft! Single Airman price is $90 vs $185 for everyone else. Must be 18+.
Airmen Movie and Game Night Event for airmen in the dorms.
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World Fair at the Commons hosted by the Base Library
As a grand finale to our Customer Appreciation Month join us for carnival games, crafts, music, food, facepainting and more as we say thank YOU!
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Come and visit the 19th Hole Lounge at The Courses at Andrews. Open every day at 1100. Relax on one of our patios, watch one of our 12 Flat Screen TV’s, play darts or cornhole, and check out our constantly evolving beer list featuring our own.
SmokeHouse 54 Amber Ale Order Smoked American Classics Online at www.orderstart.com/thecourses
Halloween in July Night Golf 13 July | Registation starts at 1600
1830 shotgun start; Dinner will start at 1700. Scramble format. $25 per person to include: Glow-in-the dark equipment, riding cart and meal (green fees not included for non-members). Contact the Pro Shop to register at 301-736-4887 x 300.
20th Anniversary of the South Course Pig Roasting
5 August | 1300 check-in on the patio
$20 per person. Bring the family and join us on the covered patio in celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the South Course. Dinner to include roasted pig with all the trimmings.
3-ON-3 12 July 1630-2000
The Tactical Fitness Center will host its 6th annual 3-on-3 basketbal tournament. Eligibility is open to all JB Andrews military members, DoD and NAF Civilians, and Dependents.
3-Point Shootout 23 August | 1630
Each contestant will have 60 seconds to shoot 25 three pointers from various positions on the court. There will be giveaways for all participants and individual awards for the winners.
4 July
MEAL 1030-1200
Open to all active duty, dependents, retirees, guard, reservists and DoD civilians.
Freedom Hall Dining Facility
3rd Quarter Enlisted Birthday Meal 21 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 and September and one guest are invited to attend. RSVP by 17 August at andrewsfss.com/dining/Birthday_Meal.html
Freedom Hall Dining Facility Bldg 1628 Colorado Ave. 301.981.5303 Enlisted Dining Facility Council Meeting 16 August. UTA Weekends Navy: 14-15 July; 11-12 August 459th: 14-15 July; 11-12 August 113th: 21-22 July; 18-19 August
*Upcoming Meals: 5 July: Spanish Meal 11 July: Mongolian BBQ 12 July: German Meal 18 July: Mongolian BBQ 19 July: French Meal 26 July: Cajun Meal 1 August: Mongolian BBQ 2 August: Italian Meal 9 August: Hawaiian Meal 15 August: Mongolian BBQ 16 August: Southern Meal 23 August: Spanish Meal
*Only Open to Active Duty Enlisted Personnel. Cash Only.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 4700 Yuma Rd. JBAYP 301.981.5636/5954
Monthly YC/SAC Parent Advisory Board Meeting 29 May | 1645-1745 Encouraging all parents from Youth Programs (Sports, Membership, School-Age) to attend and provide comments, suggestions, and support to the operations of the Youth Center.
Preferably a male to be a mentor for Passport to Manhood Program for male youth ages 8-15. Please contact the Youth Center or email Mrs. Brooks at matice.brooks.civ@mail.mil.
S.T.E.A.M. Center of Innovation Open every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday | 1600-1900 Saturday S.T.E.A.M. 12 May & 2 June | 1300-1700
Must be a member of the Youth Center to sign-up for the S.T.E.A.M. Center.
Teen Adventure Weeks
Teen Week #2: 16-20 July Teen Week #3: 6-10 August Registration now open! Cost varies for each day. More information will be available on the JBAYP Facebook. Contact the Teen Director, Chris Hopkins for questions and more details.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT Paint & Pizza 20 July | 1600-1700
Join your child in a kid friendly cooking project. Children will use pre-math skills such as measuring, pouring, estimates, and predictions.
Growing and Changing 24 August | 1600-1700
Children’s gross and fine motor development will be highlighted with activities that involve large and small muscle movement.
The ZAC Camp
24-27 July | 0800-1200 | Ages 5-9 Located at The Base Pool Registration is now open and ends 15 July. Youth will learn the ABCDs of Water Safety and interact with first responders. Youth are required to attend ALL days. This is a FREE camp!
Missoula Children’s Theater Ages 6-18 30 July - 4 August
Auditions to be held on 30 July at 1300 at the Base Theater. This year’s production will be The Secret Garden. $10 participation fee is due at the time of registration. Sign-up at the Youth Center front desk.
Triple Play Camp
9-13 July | 1800-1930| Ages 9-18
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 participants. Registration is now open!
FALL SPORTS REGISTRATION RUNS THROUGH 24 AUGUST! Don’t let summer vacation plans stop you from getting your children signed up for Fall Sports! Fall Sports Programs include: Flag Football, Cheerleading, Soccer, and Start Smart Football. A current physical is required to register.
Sideline Sports Camp 6-10 August
Sideline Sports is a week long camp that features a variety of fun-filled sporting activities to include: badminton, field hockey and ultimate frisbee. Registration will begin 16 July. Limited to the first 30 participants. For more information, contact the Sports Director at 301-981-5636. Cost is $10 per youth.
CDC #1 Bldg. 4575 Virginia Ave. 301.981.3055/3035 CDC #2 Bldg. 4783 San Antonio Blvd. 301.981.3323/3324
CDCs (Child Development Centers)
Parent Involvement for July
Paint and Pizza Join your child in a kid friendly cooking project. Children will use pre-math skills such as measuring, pouring, estimating, and predictions. 27 July: CDC 1 13 July: CDC 2 20 July: CDC 3 20 July: SAC/Youth Center Donate your child’s favorite recipe. A recipe book for the CDC’s will be compiled and displayed in every building.
Parent Involvement for August Growing and Changing: Physical Fitness Fun Day Children’s gross and fine motor development will be highlighted with activities that involve large and small muscle movement. 24 August: CDC 1 10 August: CDC 2 17 August: CDC 3 24 August: SAC/Youth Center
CDC #3 (JP Hoyer) Bldg. 3725 Fetchet Ave. 240.857.3458/3197
Monthly Parent Advisory Board Meeting Check with your child’s CDC for July & August dates and times!
Encouraging all interested parents of their child’s childcare program to attend to provide comments, suggestions and support to the operations of the CDCs and the Youth Center.
Family Child Care Bldg. 4575 Virginia Ave. 301.981.9981/9982
The Family Child Care Program is looking for individuals who wish to become childcare professionals, who are interested in caring for children with special needs and families needing Extended Duty Care. For more information about upcoming training, please contact the Family Child Care Office at 301-981-9982.
MILITARY & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER
Bldg 1191 Menoher Dr. EMPLOYMENT READINESS Resume Development 101
17 July | 0900-1200 Learn the basics on how to develop a private sector resume. Workshop covers the resume process, differences between private and federal resumes, and much more.
Tips for Federal Employment
14 August | 0900-1200 Learn to navigate USAJOBS, create and manage your account, and analyze job announcements; receive tips on how to tailor your federal resume and avoid making mistakes.
Using Social Media in Your Job Search
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should be accomplished no later than 90 days prior to discharge.
TAP GPS - 5 Day Workshop
9-13, 23-27 July & 6-10, 20-24 August | 0800-1630 Mandatory Transition briefings, 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.
Franchising: Your Next Career Alternative
16 August | 0800-1100 Discover franchises available to veterans at discounted prices; come learn the advantages & disadvantages of franchising.
23 August | 1000-1130 Learn to leverage and build your virtual image using your existing professional (and personal) connections, as well as receive tips on how to build a robust network of new connections.
VA Benefits Briefing I & II
PERSONAL AND WORK LIFE
Entepreneurship Track: Boots to Business
6 July | 1100-1200 Participants will learn to address financial concerns that may present challenges in their relationship. Participants will also explore emotional connections to financial matters, ulilizing goal setting strategies, and practicing effective communication. A light lunch will be provided. Facilitated by the Military Family Life Counselor.
FINANCIAL READINESS
Matri-Money: Money and Marriage
Building Stress Resilliency: Making Stress Work for You
3 August | 1100-1200 Participants will learn about different kinds of stress, our bodies response to stress, and strategies to increase one’s stress resiliency. Facilitated by the Military Family Life Counselor. Light lunch provided.
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE
Pre-Separation/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.
Disabled Transition Assistance Program
6 July & 3 August | 0800-0900 DTAP briefing provides specialized information about the Dept. of Veterans Affairs’, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Employment Program (VR&E).
Retirement Benefits Briefing
6 July & 3 August | 0900-1100 Session designed for all transitioning members retiring within 12 months who are seeking to gain more information on additional retirement benefits. Briefings include TriCare, John Hopkins and Survivor Benefits Plan. Spouses encouraged to attend.
Capstone
12, 19, 26 July | 0800-1100 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August | 0800-1100 Mandatory for all separating/retiring personnel and
24 July & 21 August | 0800-1600 Mandatory VA Benefits Briefing I & II for members claiming exemption from attending the DoD/AF Day and Dept of Labor Employment workshop. 27-28 August | 0800-1600 Two-day class where attendees acquire the tools and knowledge to identify a business opportunity, draft a plan and launch their enterprise. Registration required.
Plan! Spend! Save!
18 July & 15 August | 1400-1530 Learn to set realistic financial goals, develop a spending plan that works, track expenses, pay off debt and meet savings goals.
AIR FORCE AID
Bundles for Babies
20 July| 1100-1500 Workshop designed for expectant or new parents (within 60 days); workshop topics include budgeting, nutrition, and baby safety. Active duty Air Force/Navy/ Marines/Coast Guard are eligible to receive a $50 gift card sponsored by the Air Force Aid Society. A light lunch will be provided.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Welcome to Andrews at Community Commons
9 July & 6, 20 August | 0800-1500 Base orientation for new military personnel; spouses and civilians are encouraged to attend.
Plan My Move
8 August | 0900-1200 Session provides moving information and links to military installations with Military One Source (includes briefings by TMO, Finance, MPS and more).
Briefings and workshops are held at M&FSC unless otherwise noted. Free and open to all DoD cardholders. Registration is required by calling 301.981.7087.
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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.
ROOM RATES Visitors Quarters (VQs) $60 Distinguished Visitors Quarters $69 Temporary Lodging Facility (TLF) $63 Limited Pet Friendly Room $63 ~ additional $10.00 per night Visit dodlodging.net for reservations not related to group For official travelers with a “pre-loaded” controlled spending account travel card, please ensure you contact your unit’s Resources Advisor (RA) to load additional funding on your travel card, if required, prior to your checkout. If you cannot load additional funding prior to departure, contact the lodging manager.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bldg 1413 Arkansas Rd. Rm 100 301.981.6377/5733
Airmen Higher Education Briefing 3 July & 7 August | Begins at 0800 19 July & 16 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.
GI Bill Briefing
10 July | 1300-1400
Overview of Post 9/11 GI Bill & MGIB benefits/transferability.
T-GPS
24-25 July | 0800-1600
Education Track of the Military & Family Support Center’s transition program.
Commissioning Briefing 15 August | 1300-1400
Overview of all commissioning programs available to enlisted members.
Education Fair
16 August | 1000-1400 | The Club
35+ school representatives will be available.
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Joining CMU’s current programs at JB Andrews are 2 new master’s programs: » Training and Development – apply your leadership abilities to training others. » Project Management – prepare for your PMP certification.
Central Michigan University at Joint Base Andrews & Online 301-568-0545 or 877-268-4636 Andrews.AFB@cmich.edu · cmich.edu/JBA Paid ad. No Federal endorsement of advertiser intended. CMU is an AA/EO institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities (see cmich.edu/ocrie). 3701031 5/18
Voting Assistance Information Your Joint Base Andrews Installation Voter Assistance Office is here to help 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 local election officials back home of a change of address. Installation Voter Assistance (IVA) Office: The IVA Office can help you fill in and mail your voting materials if you need the assistance. Please contact your Voting Assistance Officers (VAOs) at 301-981-VOTE (8683) Opening Hours: Monday - Friday: 0830-1430 Closed on Holidays and AFDW Family Days.
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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 0615-1745 Youth Center Bldg 4700 Yuma Rd. 301.981.5636 (Until 15 June) Office & School-Age Program Monday-Friday 0600-1800 Teen Programs Monday-Friday 1500-1900 Saturday 1100-1700 Tween Programs (ages 9-12) Monday-Friday 1600-1900 Saturday 1100-1700
MILITARY RESOURCES
Education & Training Center
Bldg 1413 Arkansas Rd.Rm 100 301.981.6377 Monday-Wednesday & Friday 0730-1600 Thursday 0900-1600
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 Monday-Friday 0830-1500 Closed every second & fourth Thursday each month
COMMUNITY COMMONS
Bldg 1442 Concord Ave. 301.981.4041 Commons’ Cafe Monday-Friday 0700-1300 Saturday & Sunday Closed Indoor Playground Monday-Saturday 0700-2000 Information, Tickets & Tours Monday-Friday 1000-1800 Saturday 1000-1400
Library 301.981.6454
Monday & Thursday 1000-2000 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 1000-1800 Meeting Rooms Monday-Saturday 0730-2000 Sunday Closed The Landing Zone See page 5 for full schedule
DINING
The Club at Andrews Bldg 1889 Arnold Ave. 301.568.3100 Sunday & Monday Closed Cashier’s Cage Tuesday & Wednesday 1100-2000 Thursday & Friday 1100-2200 Saturday 1200-2000 Hangar One Friday 1600-2100 Tatum’s Lounge Tuesday-Wednesday 1600-2200 Thursday 1600-2300 Friday 1500-0100 Saturday 1200-2100 Lunch Tuesday-Friday 1100-1330 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
RECREATION & LEISURE The Courses at Andrews Bldg 4442 Virginia Avenue 301.981.4653 Open Dawn til Dusk
East Fitness Center (EFC) Bldg 3705 Fetchet Ave. 301.981.1610 Monday-Friday 0600-1400 Unmanned Fitness Open 24/7 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 0900-1700 Saturday 0900-1400 Base Pool Bldg 1353 Arkansas Road 301.981.1352/4109 Tuesday-Sunday 1200-1800 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. Holiday hours are available at andrewsfss.com. All emergency closures due to facility maintenance or weather will be available at facebook.com/AndrewsFSS.
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Free Admission Watch the Washington Redskins pre-season walkthrough practice followed by autographs from your favorite players. Parking will be available at Bldg 1414 MPF Lot and the area beside the Community Commons Spectators within a half mile of the site are strongly encouraged to walk due to limited parking.
*No federal endorsement of sponsor intended