Friday
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LIVE MUSIC - FOOD BIERGARTEN - GAMES COMPETITIONS
September 1200-1700
COMMUNITY COMMONS BLDG. 1442 CONCORD AVE.
Food & Beverages Available for Purchase. - Cash Preferred -
*No Federal Endorsement of Sponsors Intended.
Table of Contents
Oktoberfest The Club at Andrews The Landing Zone Community Commons Information, Tickets, Tours Base Library Outdoor Recreation Base Pool The Courses at Andrews Dining Facility Fitness Centers Youth Center Military&FamilySupportCenter Child Development Centers Presidential Inn Education & Training Voting Assistance Paid Ads Joint Base Andrews Map FSS Facilities Directory Neewollah
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LT COL JASON M. GUADALUPE Commander, 11 FSS
ERIC D. WOOD Deputy, 11 FSS
CMSGT TIKWAN D. GARLAND Superintendent, 11 FSS
MARKETING TEAM
CRA’SHAE C. CURRY Marketing Director
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 Jr.
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
First Friday Socials 7 September & 5 October 1500-1800
breakfast at the club Every Saturday at The Club from 1000-1200.
Join us for our monthly social! Enjoy drink and food specials held in Tatum’s Lounge.
DRIVE IN MOVIE
29 September| 1830-2300
Join us for a family movie night! Park your car at The Club parking lot and enjoy a movie on our big screen. Movie starts at sunset.
28 October 1700-2000
Show starts at 1900. Join us for a night of jazz in Tatum’s Lounge. Tatum’s Lounge will open at 1700, no tickets required. Featuring Marcus H Mitchell.
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8 September 1100-1500
$6 for space & table $3 for space Admission to shop is free!
15 September: Stone Tower Winery $50 13 October: Caboose Brewery $25
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.
Ocean City Bus Trip 22 September | 0700-2200
Sit back and let us take the wheel! Join us for a day trip to Ocean City, Maryland. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure.
$
45
Purchase your tickets at the ITT desk inside the Community Commons.
New York City Bus Trip
20 October | 0630-2400
Relax let us take the wheel! Join us for a day trip to New York City, New York. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure.
$
55
SPIRIT OF WASHINGTON & ODYSSEY CRUISES BRUNCH, LUNCH AND DINNER RANGE FROM $58-$142 MT VERNON EXCURSIONS $44.25/40 ***All Prices subject to change*** ITT Price Smart Destinations Passes are the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility. Enjoy the flexibility to choose attractions as you go. Take up to 30 days to use your pass.
DC Explorer Pass Choose 3 - Ad DC Explorer Pass Choose 3 - Ch DC Explorer Pass Choose 4 - Ad DC Explorer Pass Choose 4 - Ch DC Explorer Pass Choose 5 - Ad DC Explorer Pass Choose 5 - Ch
$52 $35 $66 $44 $79 $52
Gate Price $59 $39 $74 $49 $89 $59
Smart Destinations from Florida to California, London, Paris, Dublin and even Dubai are availabe for purchase at ITT.
Visit our ITT desk for local ticket information & ticket purchase.
Eagle Bank Arena Fairfax, Virginia: $22 Wednesday, October 3: 1900 Thursday, October 4: 1900 Friday, October 5: 1030 & 1930 Saturday, October 6: 1030, 1430, & 1830 Sunday, October 7: 1230 & 1630
Royal Farms Arena Baltimore, Maryland: $20 Friday, October 12: 1930 Saturday, October 13: 1100, 1430 & 1830 Sunday, October 14: 1200 & 1600 Purchase Tickets at the ITT Desk!
HALLOWEEN HAUNT ONE DAY ENTRY TICKETS Kings Dominion:
3 years & Up: $39.25
Busch Gardens, VA
Adult: $49 Child 3-6 years: $46
Six Flags America 2 years & Up: $40
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Library Closed Sundays & Closed for Labor Day - Sept 1 & 3 Located inside the Community Commons on the second floor Bldg. 1442 Concord Ave. 2nd floor 301.981.6454 JointBaseAndrewsLibrary andrewsbaselibrary@gmail.com
September is Library Sign-Up Month! Create or renew a library account and get a treat!
StoryTime
Retiree Activity Info Session
Reader’s Wing Book Club
Game Club
Mondays at 1730; Wednesdays | 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. 6 Sept.; 4 Oct. | 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 Facebook page for each month’s book and pick them up at the Library.
13 Sept; 11 Oct. | 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. 15 Sept.; 20 Oct. | 1300-1800 | Families Meet new people and play lots of games. Each meeting you can also choose from board games, table top role-playing, war games and more.
Video Game Tournament
15 September | 1500-1700 Ages 10 & Up Come celebrate National Video Game 8 & 22 Sept.; 13 & 27 Oct. | 1000-1100 Day with us in style! We will be providing Ages 7 & up pizza to everyone and prizes to the Kid’s Writing Club is an opportunity for younger patrons to get to know the craft winners of this amazing 1v1 showdown. Fight as your favorite hero or villain! This of creative writing. Whether already familiar or brand new to writing, this club will be a bracketed tournament. has something for everyone.
Kids Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club
8 & 22 Sept.; 27 Oct. | 1100-1200 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 out your skills.
S.T.E.M. Saturday
22 Sept.; 27 Oct. | 1300-1600 | Ages 8+ Come explore all things science, technology, engineering, and math! We’ll have hands on activities, and S.T.E.M. kits to stimulate your brain and imagination. There will be a featured activity each month.
Volunteer Orientation
21 September | 1600-1800 Interested in volunteering at the Library? Join our orientation to learn about all the wonderful opportunities that are available for volunteers. We need volunteers for day-to-day activities and our monthly programs. Plenty of ways to get involved! Come help your community.
readers of all types - in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas. The books featured during Banned Books Week have been targeted with removal or restrictions in libraries and schools.” Come check-out these amazing books and discover the reasons why they were censored!
Crafternoon
27 Sept.; 25 Oct | 1330-1600 | Ages 5+ Love Pinterest? Then you’ll love ComputerEase Crafternoon! There will be tables of 22 September | 1400-1600 | Adults crafts broken down by age, so everyone Registration required; limited to 5 participants. Call 301-981-6454 to sign-up. can spend the afternoon crafting away for free! Need a brush up on computer basics? Not confident in email or Microsoft office? Do not fret! Our Information Technologist Fire Prevention Week will give hands-on technology instruction 10 October | 1030-1300 | All Ages Join us for Fire Prevention week with a to the very beginner in computers or special visit from JB Andrews very own those wishing to branch out to more Fire Department! Come see a firetruck difficult tasks. in person and participate in crafts. StoryTime will take place first and then Banned Books Week open to the other activities. 24-29 September According to ALA.org, “Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community - librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and
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Outdoor Recreation Horseback Riding
15 September | 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.
Savage Rafting (White Water Rafting)
29 September | 0700-1800 RecOn: $60 (non-RecOn $80) White Water Rafting and Dam Release Trip. Class III-IV continuous non-stop waves (rapids) and drops. Lunch is included. Must be 14 years or older. Transportation is included.
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:
Active Duty or Reserve Component officer or enlisted member without a spouse.
RecOn Elligible:
Active Duty or Reserve Component officer or enlisted member and their family members.
Base Campout
12-13 October | 1730-0830 Free Event | Field #4 and #5 Enjoy a relaxing fall evening of music, snacks, moon bounces, field games, learning activities, and of course a camp out movie. ODR will provide equipment, available on a first come first service basis. Must RSVP to participate by calling ODR.
Escape Room Live
13 October | Alexandria, VA SAP: $25 (non-SAP $45) Escape Room Live is an exciting team building experience that improves morale and leadership skills. Must be 18 years and older.
FALL EQUIPMENT RENTAL NOW AVAILABLE! Hot Items Include: Chipper, Lawn Mower, Hedge Trimmer, Generator and more! Rent out your camping gear through Outdoor Recreation. For a full list of items in our inventory visit, www.andrewsfss.com/odr.html
Backpacking Trip
13 October | Departure Time 0800 RecOn: $30 Day Trip to the Shenandoah National Park for a 7-mile hike. Must be 18 years and older. Lunch and transportation will be provided.
LABOR DAY SUMMER BASH
3 On the last day of the pool season, come out and join us. A light lunch provided. Supplies are limited. DJ Jerome will play family friendly jams. We will have competitions as well as “The Cardboard Boat Race”. Register in advance if you plan to enter the cardboard boat race. Call 301.981.5663 to register or visit ODR.
LPGA Professional Clinic
28 & 29 September Meet and Greet with LPGA player Kim Hall. Clinics, lessons, and demostrations Event is free! For more information, 301-736-4887 x 103.
Smoke House the courses
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Come and visit the 19th Hole Lounge at The Courses at Andrews. Opens every day at 1100.
Relax on one of our patios, watch one of our 12 Flat Screen TV’s, 15 October | 1800-1930 play darts or cornhole and check $20 per person to include all out our constantly evolving beer ingredients and list featuring our own: materials. Space is limited. SmokeHouse 54 Amber Ale Please register by Order Smoked American 10 October. For more Classics Online at information or to register, www.orderstart.com/thecourses please call 301-736-4887 x 103.
Live Cooking Class
4442 VIRGINIA AVENUE (301) 981-4887
VISIT OUR WEBSITES thecoursesatandrews.com smokehouse54.com CoursesatAndrewsAFB SmokeHouse54 @AndrewsAFBGolf thecoursesatandrews smokehouse54
Freedom Hall Dining Facility Bldg 1628 Colorado Ave. 301.981.5303
Labor Day Meal*
3 September | 1030-1200
Menu includes: Roast Turkey, Baked Dijon Pork Chops, BBQ Brisket, Fruit Salad, Coleslaw, Salad Bar, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Corn on the Cob, Baked Beans, Roasted Carrots w/Rosemary, Mashed Potatoes, Turkey Gravy, Baked Mac and Cheese, Rolls, Marble Cake, Blueberry Pie, and Cheesecake.
Enlisted Dining Facility Council Meeting 25 October. UTA Weekends
Navy: 15-16 September; 13-14 October 459th: 8-9 September; 14-15 October 113th: 15-16 September; 13-14 October *Upcoming Meals: 6 September: French Meal 13 September: Cajun Meal 20 September: German Meal 4 October: Asian Meal 18 October: Oktoberfest Meal 25 October: Southern Meal
Air Force Birthday Meal* *Only Open to Active Duty Enlisted Personnel. 18 September | 1100-1300
Menu includes: Lemon Basil Shrimp & Pasta, Grilled Steak, Baked Chicken, Salad Bar, Potato Salad, Country Tomato Salad, Broccoli Soup, Calico Corn, Peas & Carrots, Broccoli, Brown Gravy, Rice Pilaf, O’Brien Potatoes, Cherry Cobbler, Banana Cream Pie, Devil’s Food Cake w/Chocolate, Soft Serve Yogurt and more!
Cash Only.
Monday Night Football Buffet starts at 2000 Ends at 2230 during football season
There will be no dinner carry-out on Mondays.
Columbus Day Meal* 8 October | 1030-1200
Menu includes: Stuffed Green Peppers, Turkey Lasagna, Cheese Manicotti, Cottage Cheese Salad, Italian Pasta Salad, Chicken w/Wild Rice, Buttered Egg Noodles, O’Brien Potatoes, Fried Cauliflower, Corn, Spanish Style Beans, Rolls, Peach Cobbler, Carrot Cake and Chocolate Cream Pie.
Navy Birthday Meal* 12 October | 1100-1300
Menu includes: Prime Rib, Fried Shrimp, Baked Potato with Sour Cream, Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions, Cream of Broccoli Soup, Seasoned Green Beans, Corn on the Cob, and Cake. *Open to all active duty, dependents, retirees, guard, reservists and DoD civilians.
Freedom Hall Dining Facility
4th Quarter Enlisted Birthday Meal 16 October | 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 October, November and December and one guest are invited to attend. RSVP by 12 October at andrewsfss.com/dining/Birthday_Meal.html
18 September: Air Force Birthday 5K 7 November: Turkey Trot 5K Sign-up at jbaaimhighrunseries2018.eventbrite.com
intramural Football BEGINS 10 SEPTEMBER GAMES WILL BE PLAYED AT THE MPF TURF FIELD MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY AT 1700, 1800 & 1900.
Military, dependents, DoD and NAF employees assigned to JBA are elligible to play. Dependents include spouses and children over the age of 18 with a dependent military ID. Sign-up through your Unit Sports Representative or at the TFC front lobby.
FITNESS CLASSES MONDAY
Tuesday
wednesday
Thursday
friday
0600: Cycle (Spin)
0530: HIIT/FIP 0600: Tone & Sculpt
0600: Cycle (Spin) 0600: Combat Fitness
0530: HIIT/FIP
0600: Cycle (Spin)
saturday
0700: Combat Fitness 0900: Tone & Sculpt 0930: Mommy & Me
0900: Pilates 0930: Mommy & Me
1200: Cycle (Spin)
0930: Mommy & Me
0900: Cycle (Spin) 1000: Zumba
1200: Tactical Fitness
1600: Combat Fitness 1700: Combat Fitness 1730: Step Class
1830: Cycle (Spin)
1730: Yoga
1800: Zumba
1700: Yoga 1830: Cycle (Spin)
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YOUTH CENTER BGCA & Raytheon Back-to-School Backpack & S.T.E.M. Day. 12 September | 1600-1800
Representatives will be on-site at the Youth Center to engage in S.T.E.M. activities with youth & teens in the school-age program and membership. Members will have the opportunity to prepare their own back-to-school backpack at the end of the event.
Monthly YC/SAC Parent Advisory Board Meeting 25 September & 30 October | 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.
S.T.E.A.M. Center of Innovation
Bldg. 4700 Yuma Rd. JBAYP 301.981.5636/5954
Parent Involvement Making and Tinkering with S.T.E.M.
21 September | 1600-1700 Join us for S.T.E.M. activities.
Harvest Festival
19 October | 1600-1700
Join your child’s class in fall fun activities! Held in the school-age classrooms.
Day for Kids & Worldwide Day of Play 15 September | 1100-1300 Come and join in a day of fun activities with your child and staff at the Youth Center. Challenges, games, tournaments and more will be offered.
Lights on Afterschool 25 October | 1600-1800 The program is held nationally to observe the importance of after school programs for children during out of school times. The Youth Center will have an open house and provide information on before/after school, preteens/teens, instructional programs, sports, and base agencies.
Open every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday | 1600-1800 Membership to the Youth Center is highly encouraged to participate. For more information call 301-981-5636.
Kids Fun Night
22 September & 20 October | 1800-2300 | Ages 5-12 Take a break parents! The YC is offering a fun night of activities, crafts and movies for youth ages 5-12. Dinner will be served. This event is hosted by the Joint Base Andrews Keystone Club. Immunization records are required. Cost is $30 per child. Payment is required at time of registration. *Youth Center will be closed during the day for this special event.
Did you know that Dance, Piano, Gymnastics and Taekwondo are offered at the Youth Center? Enroll your child today. For more information contact the Youth Center at 301-981-5636!
Torch Club | Ages 10-13 | Wednesdays at 1630
The goal of this leadership club is to instill qualities of tolerance, civic responsibility, community involvement and leadership that promote an appreciation for the responsibilities of citizenship and the democratic process in adolescent members.
Keystone Club | Ages 14-18 | Fridays at 1730
This unique program provides leadership development opportunities for youth to participte in activities, both in and out of the club, in three focus areas: academic success, career preparation and community service. With the guidance of an adult advisor, Keystone Clubs aim to positively impact teens, their club and local communities.
BASKETBALL REGISTRATION BEGINS 12 October 30 November For more information on requirements or about the season, contact the Youth Center.
Passport to Manhood | Males ages 11-14 |Tuesdays at 1630 A program that teaches and promotes responsibility, reinforce positive behavior and develop character in adolescent males.
SMART Girls | Females ages 8-17 | Tuesdays at 1630
A program that helps girls develop and adopt a healthy attitude and lifestyle, as well as acquire and maintain a positive self-concept, sound decision-making skills and mentor relationships.
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MILITARY & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER
Bldg 1191 Menoher Dr.
EMPLOYMENT READINESS Resume Development 101
4 September | 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
9 October | 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.
PERSONAL AND WORK LIFE
Healthy Relationships - Skills for Singles
7 September | 1100-1200 Participants will learn how to prepare for a relationship. Topics include clarifying one’s expectations and priorities in a relationship, choosing the right person to enter a relationship with, understanding the right reasons for entering a long-term relationship, and practicing strategies for choosing and developing a healthy relationship. Facilitated by the Military Family Life Counselor. Light lunch is provided.
Heartlink
28 September | 0900-1430 Spouse orientation event geared towards spouses who have been married to an Air Force member 5 years or less, however orientation is open to all spouses. Meet new spouses while learning about the Air Force life. Light lunch is provided.
Creating Healthy Relationships
5 October | 1100-1200 This workshop is designed to help individuals improve themselves through communication, time management, stress management organization skills, change management, and informal airman professional development. Facilitated by the Military Family Life Counselor. Light lunch is 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.
Capstone
6, 13, 20, 27 September | 0800-1100 4, 11, 18, 25 October | 0800-1100 Mandatory for all separating/retiring personnel and
301.981.7087
should be accomplished no later than 90 days prior to discharge.
Disabled Transition Assistance Program
7 September & 5 October | 0800-0900 DTAP briefing provides specialized information about the Dept. of Veterans Affairs’, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Employment Program (VR&E).
Retirement Benefits Briefing
7 September & 5 October | 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.
TAP GPS - 5 Day Workshop
10-14, 24-28 September | 0800-1630 15-19, 22-26 October| 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.
VA Benefits Briefing I & II
18 September & 23 October | 0800-1600 Mandatory VA Benefits Briefing I & II for members claiming exemption from attending the DoD/AF Day and Dept of Labor Employment workshop.
Career Technical Training
1-2 October | 0800-1600 Two-day course for members selecting the Technical Training Track. Members will receive guidance in selecting schools and technical fields. Addresses topics such as selecting a reputable career and technical training school, the application process, how to use certification finder Web tools and other internet resources to identify licensed occupations, and a military occupational code translator.
Entepreneurship Track: Boots to Business
29-30 October | 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.
FINANCIAL READINESS
First Duty Station Officer’s Briefing
13 September | 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.
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 September Where’s the Math? We invite parents in making homemade math games using recyclable materials. 7 September: CDC 1 14 September: CDC 2 21 September: CDC 3 21 September: SAC/Youth Center
Parent Involvement for October Harvest Festival Join your child’s class in fall fun activities 5 October: CDC 1 12 October: CDC 2 19 October: CDC 3 19 October: SAC/Youth Center Fire Prevention Month Join your child and visit with Sparky. The Fire Department will visit your child’s CDC.
CDC #3 (JP Hoyer) Bldg. 3725 Fetchet Ave. 240.857.3458/3197
Quarterly and Monthly Parent Advisory Board Meetings
Check with your child’s CDC for September & October 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 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.
Plan! Spend! Save!
19 September & 10 October| 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
5 October| 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
10, 24 September & 15 October | 0800-1500 Base orientation for new military personnel; spouses and civilians are encouraged to attend.
Deployed Families and EFMP Fall Festival at Cox Farms
6 October | 1500-1800 Deployed families and EFMP families will enjoy this fun-filled event to include a hayride, fun tunnels, giant slide, animals and pumpkins! Space is limited, please register by 28 September by calling 301-981-7087.
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER (EFMP-FS) American Red Cross First Aid & Infant, Child and Adult CPR
20 September| 0900-1500 This First Aid/CPR training is free for participants enrolled in the EFMP or with a family member with a verifiable diagnosis/disability. Please register by calling 301-981-7087.
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 rates. 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.
Airmen Higher Education Briefing 4 Sept. & 2 Oct. | Begins at 0800 20 Sept. & 18 Oct. | 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
11 Sept. | 1300-1400
Overview of Post 9/11 GI Bill & MGIB benefits/transferability.
T-GPS
18-19 Sept. | 0800-1600
Education Track of the Military & Family Support Center’s transition program.
Career Skills Program Briefing 25 September | 1300
Commissioning Briefing 17 Oct. | 1300-1400
Overview of all commissioning programs available to enlisted members.
CCAF Graduation Ceremony
25 October | 1300 | Base Theater
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bldg 1413 Arkansas Rd. Rm 100 301.981.6377/5733
Briefings are held at the Education Center.
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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 Office & School-Age Program Monday-Friday 0600-1800 Center closed on Saturdays for Field Trips or Special Events. 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
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 See page 3 for hours of operation 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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Haunted House Entry Fee
27 October 1700-2000 Community Commons Costume Contest - Prizes - Haunted House Face Painting - Storytime By The Base Library Trunk or Treat & More! *No Federal Endorsement of SPonsors Intended