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Table of Contents
Club Scholarship 2 Outdoor Recreation 4-5 Community Commons 6 Information, Tickets & Travel 7 Earth Day Celebration 8 The Courses at Andrews 9 The Club at Andrews 10-11 Easter Events 12-13 Fitness Centers 14 Military&FamilySupportCenter15 Library 16-17 Youth Center 18-19 Paid Ad 20 Studio 11 21 Presidential Inn 21 Education & Training 21 Joint Base Andrews Map 22 FSS Facilities Directory 23
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LT COL BRETT T. BLACK Commander, 11 FSS
ERIC D. WOOD Deputy, 11 FSS
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MARKETING TEAM
SUNNY BABAUTA LEE Marketing Director
CHUCK AZ TSINNIE Illustrator
DAWN A. MILLER Publicity Coordinator
RAQUEL M. CLOMA
Graphics & Visual Information Specialist
MICHAEL B. MCKINNEY
Graphics & Visual Information Specialist 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 Cover Photo Credit: Alexandra Harris
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Bldg 1235 Menoher Dr. 301.981.4109 /AndrewsODR
Go-Karts (SAP) 18 March | 1700-2100
Price: $30 per person ($90 for non-SAP elligible). Experience the thrill of a European Style Indoor Speedway. Transportation is included. Experience Grand Prix style tracks and ride in electric Italian Pro-Karts. Minimum height requirements is 48”.
Go-Karts
Hiking Luray Caverns (Deployed Affected) 1-2 April | 0800
Price: $45 per person ($85 for non- Deployed Affected). Overnight Hiking adventure and tour of the Luray Caverns. Family event so come out and take a walk through the Caverns of Luray. Bus will depart JBA at 0800 on Saturday and will return at 1600 on Sunday.
Luray Caverns
Go Ape Zip Lining (SAP) 15 April | 1000-1600
Zip lining
Price: $30 per person ($60 for non-SAP elligible). Price includes transportation and entry fee. Go Ape Rockville treetop zipline has reopened for the season. The course features 6 sections of treetop obstacles, each section leading you higher into the forest canopy. Guests are guaranteed a one-of-a-kind forest adventure with amazing views. Minimum height requirement is 55”.
Indoor Rockclimbing (RECON) 29 April | 1000-1600
Price: $10 per person ($25 for non-RECON elligible). Age requirement is 2 years and older. Transportation will be provided. At ClimbZone, you and your children can climb to the top of Jack’s giant beanstalk, navigate an enourmous spider web, reach for the stars aboard our giant space rocket, rise to the top of the Empire State Building, scale the ancient bones of a T-Rex, or look at each of the Presidents on Mt. Rushmore.
Deployed Affected Elligible: Deployed-affected and dependent restricted assigned military member and their family members.
RecON Elligible: Active Duty or Reserve Component officer or enlisted member and their family members.
Rock climbing
Single Airman Elligible: Active Duty or Reserve Component officer or enlisted member without a spouse.
Park Reservations now available! Yuma Park - $35-per-day includes access to a large pavillion with lights, 2 three-way grills, 14 tables, restrooms, and 2 electric outlets.
Freedom Park - $50-per-day includes access to a large pavillion with lights, 16 tables, restrooms, built in grill, electric outlets.
Reservation form and full payment are due at the time of the reservation. SELF-SERVICE CAR WASH
EQUIPMENT RENTAL DAILY RATES FEE CHANGES Canopies $38.53-$104.65 Tables $6.90 Chairs $0.86-$1.15 Grills $55.20-$90 Moon Bounce $165-$285
3 bays, coin-operated, each equipped with a high pressure hose & brush, 2 vacuum stations, and a free air station.
Equipment Rental Maintenance Equipment
1 Day
2 Day
Weekly
Ski Package
$25
$50
$75
Ski Package Jr
$20
$40
$60
Ski only
$20
$40
$60
Ski Boots Adult/child
$5
$10
$15
Snowboard Package
$25
$50
$75
Snowboard only
$20
$40
$60
Snowboard boots
$5
$10
$15
Helmet Adult/child
$5
$10
$15
Snow Suits Adult/child
$3
$6
$9
Toboggan
$5
$10
$15
Snow Shoes
$5
$10
$15
Goggles Adult/child
$3.50
$7
$10.50
Snow Blower (small)
$25
$45
$125
Snow Blower (large)
$53
$80
$250
Snow Shovel
$3.75
$6.50
$15
Packages include boots, poles/board or skis, helmet and snow suit
Maintenance Service
Fee
Waxing Edging Binding Check Complete Tune-up Base Sanding Binding Setting
$12.50 $15.50 $17.50 $34.00 $15.00 $3.50
4th Annual
Andrews Day
4 March 2017 at Liberty Mountain Resort 78 County Club Trail, Fairfield PA (Approximately 1.5 hours North of JBA)
Eligible SAP/RECON Participants Cost: $35 per person. ODR/ Ski Rental, Lift Ticket, Transportation. *Seating and equipment is limited. All Other Retirees, DOD, Family, Friends Discount -$55 vs. 106 lift ticket and transportation -$65 vs. 120 lesson, lift ticket, equipment, transportation, mountain rental -$70 vs. 124 All mountain lift ticket, equipment, transportation, mountain rental
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Bldg 1442 Concord Ave. 301.981.4041 /AndrewsCAC
Special Dates: Kiddie Art & Sip
14 April | 1830-2100 $25 per parent + child $10 for. additional family members
10 March & 7 April
Special Earth Day Art & Sip
21 April | 1900-2200
1900-2200 - $25 per person
$25 per person
Instructed by the Commons’ very own Courtney Russell. Cost is $25 per person and includes all art materials, refreshments and hors d’ouevres. You will receive a relaxing, artistic experience. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class time. Limited space available per class.
Register Today at the Community Commons Front Desk
Join us at COMMUNITY COMMONS Friday, 17 March
1800-2100 No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.
Join us at the starting line of a Shamrock Fun Run and join us after at The Landing Zone for drink specials & a specialty Irish menu available for purchase.
ITT Tours
TOURS INCLUDE ENTRY FEE AND T0 AND FROM TRANSPORTATION,
TIMES SQUARE NEW YORK
11 MARCH
$
PRICES AS LOW AS
20
* PRICES VARY FROM TRIP TO TRIP. ASK THE ITT DESK FOR DETAILS.
CHERRY BLOSSOM & KITE FESTIVAL WASHINGTON D.C
1 APRIL
SPRINGFEST OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
6 MAY
SHENANDOAH, VIRGINIA
10 JUNE
ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY
15 JULY
BUDDS CREEK MECHANICSVILLE, MARYLAND
19 AUGUST
TERROR BEHIND THE WALLS PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA
14 OCTOBER
TIMES SQUARE NEW YORK
4 NOVEMBER
DC HAUNTED TOUR WASHINGTON DC
21 OCTOBER
TIMES SQUARE NEW YORK
2 DECEMBER *DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK OR CALL ITT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
(301) 981-4041 /AndrewsCAC
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CELEBRATION 0900-1400 COMMUNITY COMMONS Join us for a Community Commons outdoor beautification planting project to create a community garden. (Plants will be provided by the Community Commons).
EARTH DAY GEOCACHING 1100-1400
Outdoor Recreation will host a Earth Day Geocaching within a 5 mile radius around the Commons. The cost is $2 per family and includes GPS unit. Participants will search for and locate hidden objects!
4442 VIRGINIA AVENUE (301) 981-4653 (GOLF)
Annual Green Fees O7 to O10 & SES O4 to O6 & GS-12 to GS-15 E5 to O3 and GS-5 to GS-11 E1 to E4 and GS-1 to GS-4 Other Authorized Junior (18 yrs & under)
$1575 $1475 $1200 $825 $1800 $100
VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE
thecoursesatandrews.com smokehouse54.com
Daily Green Fees E1 to E4 Authorized User Junior Fee Civilian Guest
$22 $34 $10 $45
LEAVE YOUR CLUBS AT THE DOOR, COME JOIN US AT 54!
Rentals Golf Cart (18 hole) Golf Cart (9 holes) Pull Cart Clubs
$15 per person $11 per person $5 per person $15 per set
No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.
SMOKED AMERICAN CLASSICS BBQ MEATS HOMEMADE SIDE DISHES ORDER ONLINE AT WWW.ORDERSTART.COM /THECOURSES THE KITCHEN IS OPEN
Try Our New Menu
The Club at Andrews
TACO TUESDAY
All entrees available in combo plates which include Spanish rice, seasoned pinto or black beans, sour cream and Pico de Gallo or Salsa.
TACOS Crispy or soft taco with seasoned meat (beef or chicken) topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and a side choice of sour cream, and Pico de Gallo or Salsa.
TACO SALAD Deep fried tortilla bowl filled with (beef or chicken) and topped with shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes. Available in beef or chicken.
QUESADILLA Grilled tortilla with seasoned meat (beef or chicken), a blend of melted cheese, sautéed green peppers and onions.
BURRITO Flour tortilla filled with seasoned meat (beef or chicken), a blend of melted cheese, tomatoes and lettuce. Add Guacamole
HAVE IT YOUR WAY THURSDAY SALADS
CAESAR SALAD Romaine lettuce in a creamy dressing and topped with parmesean cheese and grilled chicken or beef strips.
CHEF’S SALAD Tossed mix of romaine and iceberg lettuce, topped with hard boiled eggs, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, shredded cheese, and a choice of julienne sliced meats (ham, turkey, chicken or roast beef), topped with your choice of dressing.
SOUPS Please ask for soups of the day
Buffet service will NOT be offered during these special days. Meal will be offered from the serving line.
SANDWICHES RUBEN
Thinly sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing on rye bread and grilled to order.
TUNA MELT/SANDWICH Tasty tuna salad, topped with your choice of cheese and grilled to order. (Tuna Sandwich served cold or toasted upon request)
STEAK AND CHEESE SUB Deli sliced seasoned beef sautéed onions and peppers (red & green) topped with your choice of cheese and grilled to order.
HAM AND CHEESE Deli sliced ham topped with your choice of cheese and served cold or grilled to order.
TURKEY AND CHEESE Deli sliced turkey topped with your choice of cheese and served cold or grilled to order.
GRILLED CHEESE Your choice of cheese grilled to a golden brown.
FISH SANDWICH Tilapia fillet prepared your way. (Boiled, Grilled, Fried).
Come into Tatum’s Lounge for drink and themed specials in honor of St. Patrick’s Day! Buy a pitcher and get a free T-shirt.
The Club AT ANDREWS
Lunch Buffet
St. Patrick’s Day - 17 March
Featuring corned beef and other chef choice entrees in honor of St. Patrick’s Day.
Third Thursday Theme Buffet - 20 April Lo Mein Action Station
Bring Your Son/Daughter to Work - 27 April
$5 Childrens Menu for Ages 6-10. Choice of chicken tenders, burger or grilled cheese w/fries and cookies.
Family Fun Night - 14 April
Month of the Military Child Special. $10. 95 for members; $13. 95 for non-members. Child Menu includes chicken nuggets w/ fries, pasta dinner w/ salad and breadsticks, apple pie and ice cream. Adult menu is a pasta dinner with salad and breadsticks.
games shown at tatum’s Lounge
join the madness!
FIRST FRIDAY
Sponsored by:
at Tatum’s Lounge 3 March & 7 April | 1500-1700
Join your friends and co-workers for drink specials, food, *No federal endorsement of sponsors intended games, and more!
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BUNNIEs
&
EGGS 15 APRIL 1200-1600 Community Commons
Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Prizes, Games, Petting Zoo and more!
Bring your camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny! Post, Tweet, and Instagram using the hashtag #JBABunniesnEggs. No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.
The Club at Andrews
YOUR MAKE IONS T A V R E RES ! TODAY
EASTER BUFFET 16 April | 1100-1430 COLD SIDES
ENTREES
Honey Glazed Ham Roast Beef w/ Au Jus Baked Fish Fried Chicken Smoked Turkey Breast
DESSERTS Assorted Baked Goods Fruit Cobbler Ice Cream Station
BEVERAGES Water Iced Tea Coffee
Cold Salmon Tray Caesar Salad Green Tossed Salad Pasta Salad Pickled Beet Salad Carrot & Raisin Salad Deviled Eggs Potato Salad Fruit Salad Mushroom Salad
Reservations are not required, but are highly recommended. Those with reservations will be seated first.
Available for Purchase
HOT SIDES Rice Pilaf Mashed Potatoes Macaroni & Cheese Corn on the Cob Broccoli Glazed Carrots
SOUPS Ham & Split Pea Hardy Veggie Price Member Non-member Kids 6-10 yrs Kids 5 & under
$26.95 $31.95 $11.95 Free
DFAC UTA MEALS: 459th: 4-5 March; 8-9 April Navy: 11-12 March; 8-9 April 113th: 18-19 March; 8-9 April
Beer Soda Juice Wine
Freedom Hall Dining Facility
EASTER DAY MEAL ENTREES
15 April | 1700-1930 HOT SIDES
Beef Pot Roast Roasted Turkey Baked Ham
COLD SIDES Chicken Waldorf Salad Potato Salad Salad Bar
Mashed Potatoes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Corn Bread Mixed Vegetables French Green Beans Peas and Carrots
Open to active duty, dependents, retired military, reservists, guard members, and DoD civilians.
DESSERTS Pineapple Upside Down Cake Marble Cake Cherry Pie Brownies Vanilla Cream Pudding Raisin Muffins
FITNESS CENTERS West Fitness Center (WFC) Bldg.1444 Concord Ave. 301.981.7101/7102 /JBAFitness East Fitness Center (EFC) Bldg.3705 Fletchet Ave. 301.981.1610 /JBAFitness
competing S e m i n a r 201 18 March 1200-1400 Come join us for this 2 hr seminar to learn everything you need to know about posing for a competition.
Bikini figure womens physique womens bodybuilding
mens physique mens classic physique mens bodybuilding
No federal endorsement of sponsor(s) intended. Register at jbacompetingseminar201.eventbrite.com
JBA TACTICAL FITNESS CENTER
AND ANDREWS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION PRESENTS
2017
West Fitness Center Run Series will comprise of five selected running events throughout the season. This run series will be conducted using a point system. •All participants who finish receive 1 pt. •Third place finisher male and female will receive 2 pts. •Second place finisher male and female will receive 3 pts. •First place finishers male and female will receive 5 pts. •Top male and female with the most points at the end of the series will be the series winners. •Participants will register for all runs on Eventbrite •Free event shirt to the FIRST 50 registered participants for each event. •Gold, Silver and Bronze medals awarded to the top three male and female finishers of every run. •Overall prize for the top male and female will be announced at a later date.
-Andrews Federal Credit Union supports the JBA Aim High Run Series Kickoff 5K – 5 April -JBA Wingman 5K – 3 May -Remembrance 5K – 7 June (Honor the Fallen, POWs/MIAs) -Air Force Birthday 5K – 6 September -Turkey Trot 5K – 15 November www.jbaaimhighrunseries.eventbrite.com
Season starts 3 April Open to all military assigned to JB Andrews and their family members with DoD ID cards. Must be 18 and older. Games will be played Monday-Thursday at 1700, 1800 and 1900 at the WFC.
Contact your Unit Sports Rep. for more information.
MILITARY & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER Bldg 1191 Menoher Dr.
301.981.7087
EMPLOYMENT READINESS
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE
9 March | 1000-1130
Every Wednesday | 0800-1100
Using Social Media in your Job Search This workshop provides basics on how to use social media effectively for networking/job search.
Resume Development 101
16 March & 25 April | 0900-1130
Come learn the basics on how to develop a private sector résumé.
Tips for Federal Employment 23 March & 27 April | 0900-1200
Learn to navigate USAJOBS, create and manage your account, and analyze job announcements; receive tips on how to tailor your federal résumés and avoid making common mistakes.
Meet the Employer Panel 30 March | 1000-1200
Participants will get the opportunity to ask questions to industry professionals and hiring managers. Get answers to all of your job related questions. Held at the Community Commons.
PERSONAL AND WORK LIFE
Coping Strategies for Life’s Uncertainties 17 March | 1100-1200
Pre-Separation/Retirement Counseling This mandatory briefing should 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.
Career Technical Training Track 7-8 March | 0800-1600
Two-day course for transitioning military members to learn to identify career opportunities, define technical career goals and identify required credentials. Also, members will also discover local Veteran resources and learn how to utilize VA education benefits.
Capstone
9, 16, 23, 30 March| 0800-1100 6, 13, 20 April| 0800-1100
Mandatory for all separating/retiring personnel and should be accomplished no later than 90 days prior to discharge.
Disability Transition Assistance Program (DTAP) 3 March & 7 April | 0800-0900
Maintain a good work/life balance, identify stressors, recognize signs & symptoms of stress, practice stress management strategies, reducing overall stress and develop relaxation skills.
Briefing provides specialized information about the Dept. of Veterans Affairs,’ Vocational Rehabilitation, and Employment Program (VR&E).
FINANCIAL READINESS
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.
Blended Retirement System 2 & 20 March | 0900-1000
Briefing to provide information about the new Blended Retirement System. Held at the Base Theater.
Plan! Spend! Save!
3 March & 6 April | 1100-1230
Develop a spend plan that works for you! Learn to set realistic financial goals, track expenses, and learn strategies for paying off debt faster while meeting your savings needs. Light lunch provided.
Improve Your Credit Score 21 April | 1000-1500
Attendees will learn components of their credit report, calculation and impact of credit score, strategies for improving/building credit, monitoring credit & debt reduction.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Welcome to Andrews at Community Commons 6, 27 March & 3, 17 April | 0800-1200
Base orientation for new military personnel; spouses and civilians are encouraged to attend.
Retirement Benefits Briefing 3 March & 7 April | 0900-1100
VA I & II
21 March & 4 April |0800-1600
Mandatory VA Benefits Briefing I & II for members claiming exemption from attending the DoD/AF Day and Dept of Labor Employment workshop.
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER FAMILY SUPPORT (EFMP)
PCSing with an Exceptional Family Member 22 March | 1200-1400
Focuses on the ins & outs of PCSing with an exceptional family member and tips on smooth transitions.
EFMP Advocacy Forum: Ins & Outs of Special Education and IDEA 21 April | 1200-1400
Workshop that focuses on special education and requirements for IDEA.
Plan My Move
Bunnies and Eggs at Community Commons
Session will provide comprehensive information and links to Military Installations & Military OneSource. Additional briefings include TMO, Finanace, MPS and more.
Easter celebration held at the Community Commons. For EFMP, Gold Star and Deployed members VIP Access, call 301-981-7087 to register.
14 March | 0900-1200
15 April | 1200-1600
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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BASE Dr. Seuss’ LIBRARY Birthday Party Located inside the Community Commons Bldg. 1442 Concord Ave. 2nd floor 301.981.6454 andrewsbaselibrary@gmail.com AndrewsBaseLibrary
2 March | 1100 Come celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday with stories, songs, crafts - and of course cake! Presented with the United Through Reading program.
Storytime
Mondays at 1730 Wednesdays at 1030
Game Club
4 & 18 March; 1 & 15 April | 1300-1800
Ages 10 & up Meet new people! Play lots of games. Board games, table top role-playing, war games, and more.
Tuesday Tot Time
7, 14, 21 & 28 March | 1030-1200
Ages infant-preschool. Seasonal playgroup for young children and their caregivers.
Creative Writing Club
14 & 28 March; 11 & 25 April | 1130-1230 Exercise your imagination! Join us each week for creative writing prompts, exercises and discussion.
Retiree Info Fair
9 March & 13 April | 1500-1800
Members from the JBA Retiree Activities Offices are on hand each month to provide information and answer questions.
Reader’s Wing Book Club 9 March & 13 April | 1830
Join us each month for lively discussion with fellow book lovers. No sign-up necessary - just bring your throughts! March’s title: “Year of Yes” by Shonda Rhimes. April’s title: TBD. Copies of each month’s book will be available at the library for checkout.
ComputerEase Class: Microsoft Access Part 2 4 March | 1400-1600
Learn the basics of Microsoft Access in the second part of this hands-on class in our computer lab. Registration required: limited to 6 participants. Call 301-981-6454 to sign-up.
Return Borrowed Books Week 6-11 March
If you’ve been avoiding the library because of a long overdue or lost book - we want you back! Bring back any library materials, no matter how overdue and we’ll restore your account - and even give you a treat!
National Library Week 10-15 April
National Library Week is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation’s libraries and promote their use and support. Check out the events going on this week and discover all that the Andrews Base Library has to offer.
Library Open House 10 April | 1300-1500
Join us for cake and punch and learn about the great programs and resources available at the library.
National Library Workers Day 11 April | 1000-1200
Join us for coffee and a donut break in the morning or stop by any time throughout the day to say “Hi!” to your friendly library staff.
Volunteer Orientation 14 April | 1600-1800
Come learn what it takes to be a part of the library team and how you can make a difference!
NOTE: Youth Volunteers looking to help over spring break must attend this orientation.
Spring Break Activities
D. E. A. R.
Drop Everything and Read Month Join us in a month-long celebration of reading! Check out our Facebook page for reading lists, challenges, and activities throughout the month.
D.E.A.R. Day and Children’s Read-In 12 April | 1030-1630
Whatever you’re doing today, drop it - and pick up a book instead! For our younger readers we’ll be hosting a read-in in our Children’s Room. Stop by throughout the day to hear stories read aloud and try out new phonics activities.
Don’t spend spring break at home! Come to the library! We have activities scheduled all week to keep kids busy.
Kids Poetry Workshop 17 April | 1300-1500
Try some fun poetry writing activities using the library’s resources.
Library Scavenger Hunt 18 April | 1400-1600
Use your sleuthing skils to complete a fun scavenger hunt in the Children’s Room.
Crafternoon
19 April | 1400-1600
Sequins, glue sticks, and googly eyes - oh my! Crafts for all ages to fill your afternoon.
“Bored” Game Day 20 April | 1300-1500
Make new friends while playing fun card and board games.
Friday Flick
21 April | 1300
Join us for snacks and a showing of Kubo and the Two Strings.
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Bldg. 4700 Yuma Road 301.981.5636/595
National Boys & Girls Club Week 27-31 March This week isn’t just fun for members, but also an important time for JBA Youth Programs to tell the Boys & Girls Club story to the community! We will be highlighting BGCA programs and activities throughout the week.
Spring Sports Registration Registration starts 1 March Interested in coaching? Call the Youth Center for more information.
S.T.E.M Saturday 18 March & 29 April Explore various STEM topics and projects. Call the center for more information.
Fill the Food Bank - Food Drive 1-28 April Support our Keystone Club members in their Food Bank Drive. Donation boxes will be located around the base.
National Kick Butts Day 15 March | 1700 Join Youth Programs in their campaign against Big Tobacco.
D.I.Y. STEM - Session 1
7 March - 11 April 1600-1730 Every Tuesday D.I.Y STEM Ages 9-12 (6 week series) Free program for members. 7 March: Energy & Electronics 14 March: Engineering Design 21 March: Food Chemistry 28 March : Aeronautics 4 April: The Science of Sports 11 April: Family/DIY STEM Showcase Session 2 starts in June.
Month of The Military Child 1-28 April Visit www.andrewsfss.com or our Facebook pages to see the calendar of events for Month of the Military Child! AndrewsCDCs
JBAYP
Summer day camp registration
1 March-1 May Register your children for summer day camp for ages 5-12, on militarychildcare.com. Teen and Pre-Teen Adventure can sign-up at the Youth Center.
Operation Megaphone - Teen Lock-In
28-29 April | 2100-0700 | Ages 13-18 Sign-up now for an overnight fun-filled event. The night will consist of food, games, challenges, interaction with other teens and more. Cost is $15 per teen.
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EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bldg 1413 Arkansas Rd. Rm 100 301.981.6377/5733
The FSS Marketing Department print shop is open for graphic design and printing! We specialize in posters, flyers office signs and more! visit us:
1414 Arkansas Drive, Suite 3 Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762
call us:
301.981.9440/5215
e-mail us:
studio11andrewsfss@gmail.com
Airmen Higher Education Briefing 7 March & 4 April | Begins at 0800 16 March & 20 April | 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 Air Force Career.
GI Bill Briefing 14 March & 11 April | 1300-1400 Overview of Post 9/11 GI Bill & MGIB benefits/transferability.
Commissioning Briefing 14 March & 12 April | 1300-1400 Overview of all commissioning programs available to enlisted members.
T-GPS 28-29 March | 0800-1600 Briefings are held at the Education Center.
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 120 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) $60.00 Distinguished Visitors Quarters $69.00 Temporary Lodging Facility (TLF) $63.00 Limited Pet Friendly Room $63.00 ~ additional $10.00 per night Effective 01 March 2017 - Check-in times for:
Visiting Quarter (VQ), Business Suite and Distinguish Visiting Quarter (DVQ): 1500 Temporary Lodging Facility (TLF): 1600
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.
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 0600-1745 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 Monday-Thursday 0600-2000 Friday 0600-2100 Saturday 1200-2100 Teen Programs Monday-Thursday 1700-2000 Friday 1700-2100 Saturday 1200-2100 School Age Programs Monday-Friday 0600-1800 Youth Sports Monday-Friday 0600-1800
MILITARY RESOURCES
Education & Training Center
Bldg 1413 Arkansas Rd. Rm 100 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
Bldg 1414 Arkansas Rd. Rm 4 301.981.1776 Monday-Friday 0830-1530 Closed every fourth Thursday each month
COMMUNITY COMMONS
Bldg 1442 Concord Ave. 301.981.4041 Commons’ Cafe Saturday/Sunday 0700-1400 Monday-Friday 0700-1600 Game Room Sunday 1000-1800 Monday-Saturday 0730-2000 Information, Tickets & Tours Monday-Friday 1000-1800
Library 301.981.6454
Monday & Thursday 1000-2000 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 1000-1800 Meeting Rooms Sunday-Saturday
0730-2000
The Landing Zone Monday-Saturday 1100-2000 Sunday 1100-1800
DINING
The Club at Andrews Bldg 1889 Arnold Ave. 301.568.3100 Cashier’s Cage Tuesday 1100-1500 Wednesday-Thursday 1100-2000 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 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 Weekends Brunch 0700-1200 Supper 1430-1730 Carry Out 1800-2100 Midnight Meal 2300-0030
RECREATION & LEISURE
The Courses at Andrews Bldg 4442 West Perimeter Rd. 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 West Fitness Center (WFC) Bldg 1444 Concord Ave. 301.981.7101/7102 Monday-Friday 0500-2000 Saturday 0700-1500 Tactical Fitness Area Open 24/7 Outdoor Recreation (ODR) Bldg 1235 Menoher Dr. 301.981.4109/5663 Monday-Friday 0900-1700 Base Pool Bldg 1353 Arkansas Road 301.981.1352/4109 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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