Joint Base Journal Vol. 4, No. 20
May 31, 2013
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Base 5/6 Program (Middle Tier) holds membership drive party BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
WASHINGTON - The Base 5/6 Program (Middle Tier) on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) recently held its annual membership drive party at the Slip Inn Bar and Grill. Service members ranked E-5 and E-6 assigned to JBAB turned out for an afternoon of barbeque wings and chicken tenders, in addition to a spirited set of Irish music from the U.S. Air Force Band Celtic Aire. Middle Tier members are integral in providing assistance with a number of activities and programs around JBAB. Membership is open to any service member with any branch of service – particularly those looking to give back to the community. “We have a goal of getting non-commissioned officers (NCOs) more involved in base functions,” said Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Winders, newly appointed president of the Middle Tier group and a member of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard. “There are many networking opportunities and it’s a great way for individuals to develop themselves.”
Assisting Winders with this year’s membership drive is the group’s vicepresident, Tech. Sgt. Adam Green, who has been a member of the U.S. Air Force Band for 11 years and is another new face to Middle Tier. At one time, Green admits there was very little participation from fellow band members – not because they weren’t interested, but because they weren’t aware of the group’s existence. He promises that will change this year. “We’ve taken on the initiative of reaching out to members of the Air Force Band, since this is more or less a permanent duty station for them,” Green said. “Middle Tier members want to help wherever we can. We have a nucleus of people that can help with ceremonies, fundraisers and other functions on base. We’ll have fun doing it, too.” The cost to join the group is $10 for a one-year membership; $15 for a two-year membership. The Middle Tier Council will hold its next meeting July 23 at Building P-20 in the 3rd floor conference room at 2:30 p.m. For more information, email andrew. winders@afncr.af.mil or adam.green@afncr.af.mil.
U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY PAUL BELLO
The U.S. Air Force Band Celtic Aire performed live at the Slip Inn Bar and Grill as part of a recent membership drive party for the Base 5/6 Program (Middle Tier).
Midway: The battle that changed the course of history BY CMDR. KIMBERLY HIMMER JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
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SBD “Dauntless” dive bombers from USS Hornet (CV-8) approaching the burning Japanese heavy cruiser Mikuma to make the third set of attacks on her, during the early afternoon of June 6, 1942.
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WASHINGTON - The Battle of Midway has been overshadowed throughout history, because of its proximity on the calendar to another decisive battle of World War II: D-Day. As a result, in the beginning of June, military historians, veterans, and school children often turn their focus to the European theater of WW II. Maybe it is eclipsed because the battle was a naval one, and happened thousands of miles from western civilization. You can’t take a battlefield walk and retrace a soldier’s steps. It took place at sea, and in the air. It is difficult to get to Midway itself, and there is not much to see once you do get there. However, without the Battle of Midway, D-Day might never have happened.
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It was America’s finest hour in World War II. We were the underdogs; something that has come to define the American Hero. So many of our national stories center on characters- real or fictional- that overcome diversity, or maybe personal tragedy, to triumph over a superior enemy due to hard work, determination and innovation. And of course, a little luck never hurts. The Battle of Midway is one of those stories. In the spring of 1942, Japan was on a roll in the Pacific. It hopped from island to island, and spread across the Southeast Asian mainland, taking control of the region and its resources. However, although Congress had declared war on Japan on December 8, 1941, it did not have the assets to take action against such a formidable foe. Further, and more importantly, President Roosevelt had entered into an agreement with Winston Churchill later in December,
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which was spurred by Germany’s declaration of war on the United States on December 11, 1941. The two nations decided to focus on the defeat of Nazi Germany before worrying about Japan’s advance across the Pacific. Roosevelt logically accepted this, and he knew that securing the industrial base in Europe would be vital to any Allied war efforts around the world. This met with mixed reviews throughout the U.S., because the sting of Pearl Harbor was still felt at home. So, although Roosevelt knew that the focus of effort had to be Europe, he still had to keep an eye on the Pacific, and look for an opportunity to strike back at the Japanese. Midway was vital to the American naval effort in the Pacific. It had been occupied by
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NDW shows spirit at Special Olympics Armed Forces Day BY PATRICK GORDON NDW WATERLINE WRITER
WASHINGTON - Volunteers from around Naval District Washington (NDW) joined in support of this year’s Special Olympics Armed Forces Day at Catholic University in Washington, D.C., May 22. The event was part of the 2013 Special Olympics Summer Games in Washington, D.C. The volunteers served in a variety of capacities, such as athlete escorts, field events umpires, award presenters, athlete staging personnel, and finish line personnel. In addition to volunteering in support of the event, representatives from all five branches of the military and the VETSports organization participated in the Special Olympics Armed Forces Day Joint Service 4x100 meter relay. Each team consisted of two active duty military personnel and two Special Olympics athletes. Making up the Navy team was Capt. Anthony Calandra, commanding officer of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, NDW Command Master Chief Christopher Adams, and Special Olympians Perez Plater and Ryan Brown. Each runner would sprint 100 meters and pass a relay baton to their teammate. Calandra began the race with a strong start before passing to Brown. Brown dashed through the second leg, pulling ahead of the Marine Corps and Army team members, before a running handoff to Adams. After a mild collision with VETSports runner Connor Mallon, Adams and Mallon righted themselves with both pulling ahead of the Marines and into a brief lead over Army, staying neck and neck with the Coast Guard. In the fourth and final leg of the race, anchor runner Plater took the baton from
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Americans since the early twentieth century, and in the build-up to World War II in the Pacific, the U.S. military had established a significant presence on the island. It had air strips, gun emplacements and a sea plane base; the channel had been widened, and it was a vital resupply point for naval vessels and submarines. Midway was second only to Pearl Harbor in its importance to the U.S. Navy. The Japanese knew this, and had also attacked Midway when it bombed Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. The U.S. Marines stationed on Midway at the time were able to successfully repel the Japanese attack. The Japanese attacked Midway again in February 1942, this time with a submarine bombardment. The islands had been reinforced with additional guns and personnel, and again, successfully coun-
Adams to catch up with the Coast Guard and Army’s final runners, bringing Navy to a bronze medal finish in the relay. “The Navy and the other military branches were well represented by their volunteers and athletic participants,” said Calandra. “I hope the enthusiasm they displayed made the games better for all the participants.” The final standings were VETSports in sixth place, Air Force in fifth, Marine Corps in fourth, Navy in third, Army in second, and Coast Guard in first place. “Command Master Chief Adams and I gave it our best to defend last year’s gold medal win by the Navy, but our sister service did just a bit better and beat us,” said Calandra. “It’s all in good fun, though, with good sportsmanship and camaraderie. I’m happy that my fellow service members and I were able to participate and do our part to help ensure that the Special Olympics participants enjoyed the event.” After the race, all participants were recognized for their effort in the event. For Brown and Plater, Adams had an additional award to show his appreciation: NDW command master chief challenge coins. Palming each coin, Adams shook both in to the hands of the Special Olympics athletes and thanked them for a job well done. “I felt honored and proud to be here today,” said Adams. “I would do it again in a heartbeat! Olivia Hunter, the NDW volunteer coordinator, asked me [to participate] and I accepted. And I will do my best to encourage involvement next year.” Special Olympics is an international organization that encourages and empowers people with intellectual disabilities, protered the Japanese attack. It was no secret that the Japanese saw this island as a key piece of America’s strategy in the Pacific. However, Japanese operational plans-and more importantly, the code used by the Japanese Navy to send messages-was a secret. The United States had been trying to break the Japanese code, but it was proving to be difficult. In the spring of 1942, American cryptanalysts had broken the Japanese naval code, referred to as JN25. There was still some disagreement between cryptanalysts in Washington, D.C. and those in Hawaii, about the location of the impending Japanese attack, because of the complexity of the code. But a false message sent from Midway to Pacific Fleet HQ led to the confirmation that the Japanese intended to attack Midway. With this knowledge, and the decoded operational plans of the Japanese Navy, the U.S. Pacific Fleet prepared to meet, and counter, the Japanese Navy in the waters surrounding Midway.
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Naval District Washington Command Master Chief Christopher Adams runs the third leg of the Special Olympics Joint Service 4x100 meter relay at Catholic University in Washington, D.C., May 22. Representatives and volunteers from all five branches of the military and the VETSports organization participated in the event as part of the 2013 Special Olympics Armed Forces Day. moting acceptance for all, and fostering communities of understanding and respect worldwide. Founded in 1968 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the Special Olympics movement has grown from a few hundred athletes to more than 4 million athletes in over 170 countries in all regions of the world, providing year-round sports training, athletic competition and other related programs. For more news on events in NDW, visit www.facebook.com/ NavDistWash. For more photos of the event, visit https://www. facebook.com/media/set/?set=a. 495908377149127.1073741849.14 6991682040800&type=1.
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Team Navy for the Special Olympics Joint Service 4x100 meter relay at Catholic University in Washington, D.C., May 22. From left, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Commanding Officer Capt. Anthony Calandra, Special Olympian Ryan Brown, Naval District Washington Command Master Chief Christopher Adams, and Special Olympian Perez Plater.
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Scene on board USS Yorktown (CV-5), shortly after she was hit by three Japanese bombs on June 4, 1942. The American Navy was truly inferior to that of the Japanese at this point. They were out-numbered, and out-gunned. American torpedoes- vital to naval battle at the time- were mediocre when compared to those of the Japanese. But knowledge really was power in this instance. Admiral Nimitz
was able to review the Japanese battle plan, and determined that it was flawed. Japanese Admiral Yamamoto had spread his forces too thin, into four separate task groups. As a result, the Americans would have parity with the task group conducting the main assault because the other Japanese units
would be too far away to effectively support the Japanese carrier fleet. The U.S. Navy was the underdog that day. And it prevailed because of the ingenuity and hard work of U.S. code breakers, as well as the determination to capitalize on a tactical advantage. The Battle of Midway is our national Cinderella story. Or Rocky. You choose. As a result, the Japanese Navy was destroyed. President Roosevelt was able to bring a victory to the American people, and enjoy unyielding popular support to take the fight to the Nazis in Europe without delay. On Tuesday June 4, the Navy will celebrate the 71st anniversary of the Battle of Midway at the U.S. Navy Memorial, located at 701 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, in Washington DC. The ceremony starts at 0900 and the uniform will be Summer White (E-7 and above) and Service Dress White (E-6 and below). Come be part of the “Sea of White.” You can learn more about the Battle of Midway at http://www. navy.mil/midway/index.html.
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Service members preparing to transition from military to civilian life are required by law to attend a pre-separation counseling briefing. The pre-separation brief is designed to make transitioning military members aware of all the services and benefits available to them and their family members under Transition GPS. These briefings will provide the information necessary to make more informed decisions. For your convenience the PreSeparation Counseling Briefing is available through one-on-one appointments at Military and Family Support Center and can be made through Centralized Scheduling at 202-685-6019.
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Actor Mykelti Williamson, who has starred in several major motion picture movies and is best known for his role of Benjamin “Bubba” Blue in Forrest Gump, joined members of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling for a recent private showing of the film Iron Man 3 at the Hoffman Movie Theatre in Alexandria, Va. The event was sponsored by the G.I. Film Festival and coincided with Military Appreciation Night.
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A cello in a Concert Band? MASTER SGT. MARC DINITZ
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WASHINGTON - “Cello...in a concert band?” That was the first question that came to mind for Technical Sgt. Edward Prevost as he decided to audition for a position with The U.S. Air Force Band in the Spring of 2012. Even after winning the audition, “I still didn’t fully understand what I was getting into,” he says. Prevost, a native of Manassas, Va., is now the principal cellist with the Concert Band. While attending Osbourn Park High School in Manassas, Prevost was accepted to the National Symphony Orchestra’s Youth Fellowship Program. In this prestigious program, young musicians are afforded the opportunity to take part in joint rehearsals with the symphony and study with members of the orchestra. One of Prevost’s principal teachers, cellist Loran Stephenson, is an NSO member. Following high school, Prevost continued his cello studies at the Peabody Institute of Music in Baltimore, earning a Bachelor of Music Performance degree in 2008. He then traveled to Bloomington, Ind., where in 2012 he earned a Music Performance diploma
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from Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music and studied with Eric Kim, former principal cellist of the Cincinnati Symphony. Prior to joining the U.S. Air Force, Prevost was the principal cellist of the Columbus Philharmonic Orchestra. As one of only two cellos in the Concert Band, Prevost continues a U.S. Air Force Band tradition started by Colonel George S. Howard, commander and conductor of the Band from 1944-1963. Howard, who wanted to bring the warm, rich cello sound to his concert band, added four cellos to the ensemble. In today’s group, Prevost is often called upon to play the cello solos in orchestral transcriptions, which is a unique feature of the Concert Band. “Normally, the euphoniums would cover the cello solos in a concert band orchestral transcription,” says Prevost. Before Prevost auditioned for The U.S. Air Force Band, he was not aware of the long history of cellos in the group, leading to his confusion about what this position entailed. Now, however, he is tasked with keeping this unique position alive, and using his extensive talents to preserve this tradition, displaying Air Force excellence with each and every per- The Concert Band’s principal cellist, Technical Sgt. Edward Prevost formance.
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Summer Reading Registration 2013
May 20-June 21 Hop aboard the JBAB Library this summer! We are excited to offer a journey through books with this year’s Summer Reading Program. “Have Book- Will Travel!”. During the seven week Summer Reading course, the Library will host a range of fun activities that encourage and support a love of reading. Participants will also win prizes for reaching goals. Registration will run from May 20 to June 21. The program will launch June 24 (Monday) from 10-11 a.m. for ages 5-7 and June 26 (Wednesdays) from 10-11:30 a.m. for ages 8-10 & ages 11-13 from 1-2:30 p.m. The free program provided by your JBAB Library and MWR. Please call 202-767-578 for more information.
Military ID Discount
June 2, 16, 23 & 30 | Potomac Lanes Bowling Center Present your military ID and bowl our all night Cosmic for only $12 per person. Available only to active military personnel, their spouses and children. Please call 202563-1701 for more information.
Outdoor Movie Night
June 3 | 8 p.m. | Liberty Center To kick off the warm weather enjoy an outdoor movie night with the stars on both the screen and in the sky. Please call 202685-1802 for more information.
Story Time
Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10-11 a.m. | Library Theme’s for June include: June 4: Let’s Go To The Aquarium! June 6: You’re A Grand Ole Flag! June 11: We Love Our Dad’s! June 13: Celebrating June and Army Birthday’s! June 18: Zoo Day! June 20: Summer is Here! June 25: Who is Eric Carle? June 27: Sidewalk Chalk! Please call 202-767-5578 for more information.
Seafood Buffet
June 5 | 5-8:30 p.m. | Bolling Club – Washington Dining Room Seafood buffet featuring an abundant selection of crab legs, steamed shrimp, fresh oysters, fried oysters, fish, the Club’s famous fried chicken, numerous sides, clam chowder, salad bar, homemade banana pudding along with dozen of assorted cakes and pies. Club Members: $29.95 Non-Members: $34.95 Please call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Patch Club
June 6 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Library Calling all Patch Club Members! The next meeting will be a finale party and the genre for June will be “Sci-Fi”. We will go on summer hiatus until October 3rd. We will discuss books read during the previous month. Parents, please remind your children to bring in their completed reading log. Please call 202-767-5578 for more information.
Ping Pong/Pool Tournament
June 6 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center Patrons can challenge each other in the popular pool and ping pong games. Prizes will be given. Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Acoustic Night feat. Barry Charlton June 7 | 5 p.m. | Slip Inn
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Come and see Barry Charlton perform live at the Slip Inn Bar and Grill deck this summer! Listen to some of Barry Charlton’s music at www.barrycharlton.com. Please call 202-767-1371 for more information.
see your little princess growing up so fast, join us for this event as it is meant to last. Activities include, dancing, crafts, contests and fun! Attire is semi-formal. Please call 202-563-8400 to make reservations and 202767-4003 for more information.
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June 7 | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | Bolling Club Join us on the first Friday of every month featuring DJ Bob Ski. Club members will be given access to FREE hor d’ouevres from 5 to 7 p.m., non members can enjoy these items for only $10. In addition, the Club’s famous fried chicken and Chef’s specials will be available for purchase in the WASP lounge from 7 to 10 p.m.. Please call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Movie Trip
June 7 | 6 p.m. | AMC Hoffman Theater Join Liberty for a night at the movies to check out the latest new summer hits at AMC Hoffman. Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
In House Movie with Popcorn
June 7 | 7-9 p.m. | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Come and have fun watching an in-house movie! We will provide popcorn! Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
River Tubing
June 8 | 9 a.m. | Shenandoah River near Harpers Ferry ODR is kicking off the summer with a laid back river tubing trip. We will be splashing our way through small rapids and dropping over shallow ledges along the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Trip includes transportation, river shuttle, tube and life jacket for $39 per person. Minimum of 10 and maximum of 24 participants. Please call 202-767-9136 for more information.
Rock and Bowl feat. DJ Chris
June 9 | 8 p.m.-Midnight | Potomac Lanes Bowling Center DJ Chris fires up the night! Cosmic bowling, music and fun for only $15! Active Duty and dependants only pay $12.
Paracord Bracelet Making
June 12 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center Getting patrons involved with something other than their games and movies, so we are going to make the popular paracord bracelets again. Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Jimmy Buffett Tribute featuring Son’s of Pirates
June 14 | 4-8 p.m. | Slip Inn Enjoy all the Jimmy Buffett classics on the Slip Inn Bar & Grill patio! Please call 202767-5840 for more information.
Liberty Paintball Trip
June 15 | 8 a.m. | Hogback Mountain Paintball Pull out your camouflage suit, grab a gun and get ready for some paintball action! Join Liberty as we head out to Hogback Mountain for some action where you will have to duck, roll and run for your life as you fire back at the opposing team. Need equipment? $45 for admission, paintball gun, mask, harness, air and paintballs. Have your own? $15 for admission and paintballs. Please call 202685-1802 for more information.
Daddy-Daughter Dance
June 15 | 1-3 p.m. | Bolling Club In celebration of Father’s Day, join us for the 6th Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance! You
June 15 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Youth Center | 9-18 years old We are looking for Keystone Club members, ages 14-18 years old! The Keystone club is an organization that helps develop future members with leadership and character development. The Keystone Club will meet Saturday nights at the JBAB Youth Center. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Stability Ball Push-Up
June 19 | Fitness Center I This challenge will test the strength and stability of your upper body. Each participant will have 60 seconds to complete as many push-ups as possible. The chest must touch the ball on each repetition. Please call 202-767-5895 for more information.
Third Friday
June 17 | 7 p.m.-12 a.m. | Bolling Club Join us on the every third Friday of each month featuring DJ Shawn Diggs. Club members will be given access to FREE hor d’ouevres from 5 to 7 p.m., non members can enjoy these items for only $10. In addition, the Club’s famous fried chicken and Chef’s specials will be available for purchase in the WASP lounge from 7 to 10 p.m.. Please call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Video Game Tournament
June 19 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center Who is the top gamer here at JBAB? Come challenge each other to prove that you’re the ultimate gamer. Please call 202-6851802 for more information.
Youth Sponsorship and Monthly Birthday Celebration
June 21 | 6-7 p.m. | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for our Monthly Birthday Celebration. If your birthday is in June, this one’s for you! Current Youth Center membership is needed for this event. We invite youth new to the JBAB community to come and find out what the JBAB Youth Center has to offer you. Come and meet fellow members and hear what they have to say about our programming, trips and activities. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Virginia Beach Trip
June 22 | 7 a.m.-6 p.m. | Virginia Beach Let’s go to the beach! $25 per person for transportation to the Virginia Beach ocean front. Take in the boardwalk, the shops and the ocean at your own pace. Minimum of 10 and maximum of 24 participants. Please call 202-767-9136 for more information.
Caribbean Festival
June 27 | 3 p.m. | Liberty Center Celebrate Liberty’s 4th Annual Caribbean Festival! Have fun while learning different games and dances from all the different countries in the Caribbean. Please call 202685-1802 for more information.
Preteen Trip- Outside Roller Skating at Anacostia Park
June 22 | 2-6 p.m. | Anacostia Park | 9-12 years old | Sign up by June 19
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Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an afternoon of roller skating! After roller skating, we will go to the National Harbor for a fast food dinner. There is a limited amount of seats for this field trip. Current memberships and permission slips are needed. Each member will have to bring money for their dinner and a military ID card to be eligible for free skating. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
End of School Year Celebration- Make your own Snow Cones
June 28 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Celebrate the end of the school year by making your own snow cone! Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Teen Trip- Outside Roller Skating at Anacostia Park
June 29 | 2-6 p.m. | Anacostia Park | 13-18 years old | Sign up by June 26 Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an afternoon of roller skating! After roller skating, we will go to the National Harbor for a fast food dinner. There is a limited amount of seats for this field trip. Current memberships and permission slips are needed. Each member will have to bring money for their dinner and a military ID card to be eligible for free skating. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Liberty’s 5th Anniversary Pool Party Celebration
June 30 | Noon | JBAB Pool LIBERTY IS HALF A DECADE OLD! It’s been five years since we’ve opened doors and what better way to celebrate it than with a party! Spend the day at the JBAB Pool with plenty of food, prizes and summer fun! Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Download the FREE “ABSalute” App available for Android and iPhone
The Warfighter & Family Readiness Marketing Department has recently developed and produced a free smartphone application, bringing its resources to customers and employees on a mobile platform at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB). “ABSalute” is a fast and easy-to-use application designed to allow quick access to events and programs while on the go. Download the app at the Google Play or Apple App Stores and receive the latest information about Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), as well as Warfighter and Family Readiness programs. The app features: • Facility finder including hours of operation, direct phone listings, directions and GPS capabilities • Upcoming special events and programs that can be added directly to your personal smartphone calendar • Outdoor Recreation and Capital Cove Marina equipment and boat rentals • Full dining facility menus for the Bolling Club, Potomac Lanes EATZ, Slip Inn Bar and Grill and Furnari Restaurant • Quick links to the Navy-Air Force Half Marathon and Navy 5 Miler website, CNIC JBAB website, Naval District Washington (NDW) Facebook page and the current edition of the 411 magazine • Facility and Event Photos • Push notifications to alert users with the most current information Perfect for iPhone and Andriod devices. Feel free to email us any suggestions on how we can better enhance the MWR ABSalute app.
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all of the available information regarding the quality of your drinking water. These reports are not being issued in response to a health threat. Copies of the reports will be available upon request or can be found online at http://cnic.navy.mil/JBAB/OperationsAndManagement/EnvironmentalSupport/index.htm. If you have any questions please contact Sheryle Quinn, Public Works Department JBAB, Drinking Water Media Manager, at (202) 767-8622.
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Miscellaneous items related to your health, your career, your life and your community
Firth-Sterling Gate operations The Firth-Sterling gate is closed on weekends. Once the gate’s automated features become available, the gate will be accessible by any CAC card holder 24/7 during normal FPCON “A” conditions.
Jogging path closed The jogging path by Giesboro Park is closed until further notice. An alternate route has been provided.
JBAB Cyclists on Facebook Basically a forum for all JBAB riders to get together. We organize group rides over lunch and during commuting hours. Visit us online at www.facebook.com/groups/
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The water being served at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) met federal Safe Drinking Water Act requirements in 2012. The 2012 Annual Water Quality reports for JBAB will be distributed separately for the Bolling side and the Anacostia side of JBAB in print and electronically prior to 1 July 2013. These reports have been prepared in cooperation with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region III and D.C. Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water). These routine reports are required by law, and are being provided to ensure you have
The 11th Operations Group is heading up the JBAB Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place 15 September - 15 October 2013. A team of volunteers is needed to help plan and organize several events to celebrate the month. The first planning meeting will be June 5 at 1215 in the USAF Band building, Hangar 2. Interested volunteers can call 202-404-6675.
NAVY 311 “NAVY 311” is the place to go for all types of information to help support Navy military, civilian and retiree personnel and their families. NAVY 311 is the, single point of entry to the Navy’s many different help desks and support providers. Now, you need only remember one way to get immediate “reach-back” support for any issue, topic, or problem at any time. Certified and knowledgeable customer
support professionals staff the NAVY 311 call center 24/7 to provide on-demand information assistance for non-emergency, non-tactical issues. NAVY 311 has already helped thousands of Sailors and Navy personnel since it was launched late last year. Access NAVY 311 at: Phone: 1-855-NAVY-311 or (DSN) 510NAVY-311 Email: NAVY311@navy.mil Web: www.NAVY311.navy.mil Text: Type NAVY311@navy.mil into the “To:” line of text message Chat: via NAVY 311 website For more information, check out the video news report at: http://youtu.be/ osYhLa209rg
JBAB Clinic to close June 13 for training The 579th Medical Group (JBAB Clinic) will have limited services June 13 due to mandatory training. Normal business hours resume the following day. We apologize for any inconvenience.
JBAB Girl Scouts Calling all Girls! Girls registered in Kindergarten - 12th grade this fall and interested in joining should contact JBABgirlscouts@yahoo.com. The troop meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the community center on Chappie James Blvd at 6 p.m. Girl Scouts; building girls with confidence, character and courage for 100 years.
Chapel Schedule CATHOLIC SERVICES
Reconciliation
Sunday 9 a.m. Chapel Center Rosary Sunday 9:10 a.m. Chapel Center
Mass
Tuesday 11:30 a.m. Chapel Center Wednesday11:30 a.m. Chapel Center Thursday11:30 a.m. Chapel Center Friday 7 a.m. Chapel Center Saturday 5 p.m. Chapel Center
Sunday 9:30 a.m. Chapel Center
PROTESTANT SERVICES
Sunday Worship
Gospel 11:30 a.m. Chapel Center General Protestant 11 a.m. Chapel 2
Sunday School
Sept - May 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Any questions about these services or other religious needs call 202-767-5900
Joint Base Journal
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
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