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Joint Base Journal Vol. 4, No. 48

December 13, 2013

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Holiday thanks for well-deserved Sailors

BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

PHOTO BY SEAMAN DESMOND YOUNG, U.S. NAVY CEREMONIAL GUARD

Seaman Trent McBride, a member of the Navy Ceremonial Guard, based at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), smiles as he helps the Navy Arlington Ladies with gifts for his unit. The Navy Arlington Ladies presented gifts to members of the Navy Ceremonial Guard and their families in a gesture of thanks for their hard work and dedication to America.

WASHINGTON – There’s a lot of common ground between the Navy Arlington Ladies and the Sailors of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard. That was proven recently as the two groups came together to celebrate their passion for service and love of country.

A contingent of Navy Arlington Ladies visited Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) Dec. 3 to pay the ultimate compliment to their counterparts at Arlington National Cemetery. A gathering of food and gifts, mostly toys, for Sailors and their families. It’s an incredibly humbling display of appreciation between two groups that share a very honorable duty.

The Arlington Ladies is a group of women that attend the funeral of every member of the armed forces buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

The group began in 1948 when then Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force Hoyt Vandenberg and

his wife, Gladys, were on a walk through the cemetery and saw a service member being buried without any family members or close friends present.

This prompted the couple to form a group that would later be known as the Arlington Ladies to attend Air Force funerals. The Army would go on to create a group of its own in 1972, while the Navy followed suit by adding the Navy Arlington Ladies in 1985.

Originally, women worked alone at the funerals. Though, escorts were eventually added when it was decided they should have an official part of the ceremony.

Arlington Ladies are military wives, widows, or prior service members themselves. They typically don’t know much about the service member being buried, except whatever details are provided to them by a chaplain. Their goal is to bring a personal touch on behalf of their respective military branch.

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Air Force Band surprises museum visitors, spreads holiday cheer

BY CHIEF MASTER SGT. JENNIFER PAGNARD WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Starting with a single cellist in the middle of the National Air and Space Museum’s “Milestones of Flight” gallery and swelling to 120 musicians, the U.S. Air Force Band exhilarated museum visitors Dec. 3 with the first flash mob to be produced by one of the five military branches’ top bands.

The four-minute performance featured an original arrangement of “Jesus, Joy of Man’s Desiring/ Joy to the World” led by the band’s commander and conductor, Col. Larry H. Lang. Unsuspecting museum visitors were astonished as

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instrumentalists streamed into the gallery from behind airplanes and space capsules, and vocalists burst into song from the museum’s second floor balcony.

The project was the brain child of the band’s producer, Chief Master Sgt. Jebodiah Eaton.

“I wanted to produce the flash mob at a recognizable location in Washington, D.C. When the National Air and Space Museum agreed to partner with us, we knew it would be the perfect setting to kick off our holiday concert series,” Eaton said.

Dozens of band members with assistance from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard worked behind the scenes to pull off this amazing

endeavor. Fueled by innovation, this “viral video,” which has been viewed by more than 1 million worldwide so far, represents the Air Force’s continued commitment to excellence in air, space and cyberspace, Eaton said.

The surprise event kicked off the band’s “Spirit of the Season” holiday performances, 29 concerts in all, at various venues throughout the Washington, D.C. area including the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, the National Museum of American History, local high schools and others.

For a complete listing, please visit www.usafband.af.mil.

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Col. Larry H. Lang conducts the U.S. Air Force Band’s first-ever flash mob at the National Air and Space museum Dec. 3. The event kicked off the band’s holiday concert season.

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Two Sailors from Naval History and Heritage Command honor sacrifice at Pearl Harbor

BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 1ST CLASS TIM COMERFORD NAVAL HISTORY AND HERITAGE COMMAND COMMUNICATION OUTREACH DIVISION

ARLINGTON, Va. (NNS) -- Naval History and Heritage Command’s (NHHC) two youngest Sailors honored the veterans of the attack on Pearl Harbor with a wreath laying ceremony, sponsored by the Naval Order of the United States, at Arlington National Cemetery’s Tomb of the Unknowns, Dec. 7.

Information Systems Technician Seaman Yesenia Munoz, a native of Houston, Texas, and Yeoman 3rd Class Victoria Ruiz, a Hacienda Heights, Calif. native, were well aware of the importance of honoring those who were there on what President Franklin D. Roosevelt described as “a date which will live in infamy.”

Though both were apprehensive about rendering the honors in front of a large crowd, they both were proud of the distinction of being able to memorialize the event.

“At first I was nervous when I found out how many people would be here,” Munoz said of the wreath laying. “After that, I was excited to be a part of this ceremony. I just wanted to do everything correctly and show everyone how much of a blessing it is to have been chosen for this great opportunity. “ “The thought of being in front, did make me nervous,” Ruiz agreed. “I understand the importance of the ceremony and know that the audience is visiting from various corners of the country and world” Both Sailors realize that it is important to mark important moments in the history of the Navy and the nation.

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Assisted by a member of the U.S. Army 3rd Infantry Honor Guard, Information Systems Technician Seaman Yesenia Munoz, 19, a sailor from Naval History and Heritage Command and a native of Houston, Texas, and Naval Sea Cadet Saddique Stevens lay the wreath honoring veterans of the Dec. 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor at Arlington National Cemetery’s Tomb of the Unknowns. The wreath, sponsored by the Naval Order of the United States, is part of a world-wide observance honoring the service and sacrifice of those who were there on that day of infamy. brance ceremonies, we are honoring the lives that were lost in the line of duty and what they died for by keeping their memories alive in our hearts,” said Ruiz.

“I believe it helps us remember why we serve our country and that freedom is not free.”

“It helps us to be proud of our jobs and understand the heritage of what we do every day as service members and to remember those who gave their lives in defense of the Nation,” Munoz added.

Ruiz and U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Nicklaus Tollmeo watched solemnly as Munoz and U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Saddique Stevens laid

the wreath, sponsored by the Naval Order of the United States, then they all saluted those who had made the ultimate sacrifice, as the crowd remained hushed in respect for the moment and the tomb.

Munoz and Ruiz were proud to represent their command and their service at such an auspicious event.

“I’ve never done anything like this before,” Munoz said. “I am very honored and proud to have been chosen. I am happy i got to do it and I enjoyed it.”

“I’m blessed to represent NHHC at this event,’ Ruiz agreed.

“Not many individuals get an opportunity to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns. I was intimidated at first, and then I felt very honored. It being on a day of remembrance for the attack on Pearl Harbor makes it an even more special event.”

It was 6 a.m. on Dec. 7, 1941, when six Japanese carriers launched a first wave of 181 planes composed of torpedo bombers, dive bombers, horizontal bombers and fighters towards Hawaii. The Japanese aircrews achieved complete surprise when they hit American ships and military installations on Oahu shortly

before 8 a.m. More than 90 ships were anchored in Pearl Harbor, but the Japanese’s primary targets were the eight battleships anchored there. Seven were moored on Battleship Row along the southeast shore of Ford Island while the USS Pennsylvania (BB 38) lay in dry dock across the channel.

When the attack ended shortly before 10 a.m., less than two hours after it began, the American forces paid a heavy price. Twentyone ships of the U.S. Pacific Fleet were sunk or damaged, 188 aircraft destroyed and 159 damaged, the majority hit before they had a chance to take off. American dead numbered more than 2,000 with more than 1,000 military and civilian wounded. The attack which horrified a nation was the catalyst that brought America into World War II. The Naval History and Heritage Command, located at the Washington Navy Yard, is responsible for the preservation, analysis, and dissemination of U.S. Naval history and heritage.

It is composed of many activities including the Navy Department Library, the Navy Archives, the Navy art and artifact collections, underwater archeology, Navy history, nine museums, USS Constitution repair facility and the historic ship Nautilus.

The Naval Order of the United States was founded in 1890 by descendants of New England seafarers who fought in the Revolutionary War. The Order’s charge is to encourage research and writing on naval and maritime subjects and to promote the preservation of historic artifacts and memories of naval and maritime history.

For more information on the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor visit the Naval History and Heritage Command Website at www. history.navy.mil.

Senior Pentagon official urges Air Force specialties affected by retraining reduction B D G holiday safety awareness Y

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WASHINGTON - A senior Pentagon official is urging military members to avoid the kinds of risky behavior that can spike during the holiday season.

Army Lt. Gen. Michael S. Linnington, military deputy to the undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness, cautioned against historically fatal factors such as distracted driving, or driving while fatigued or under the influence.

“The holidays are a special time for military members and their families to release, rejoice and recharge,” Linnington said. “They serve here and around the world, making a difference, which is all the more reason their safety and well-being is so critical.”

With off-duty time, leisure and travel inherently bring risk, the general said, particularly through vehicular mishaps through New Year’s Day. He encouraged proper planning to mitigate those risks, often exacerbated by weather.

“Basically we’re using the same principles of risk management that we use in combat to help reduce holiday accidents,” Linnington said. “Have a plan, execute the plan, and know your subordinates’ plans -– leadership is important.”

The Travel Risk Planning System is a Department of Defense (DoD) tool sponsored by the Defense Safety Oversight Council to assist with long-distance travel planning and risk mitigation, especially to reduce the potential for fatigue-related risks.

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIORANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) -- As many as 1,000 Airmen may be affected by a recently identified decrease in fiscal 2014 retraining objectives, with 35 or more Air Force specialty codes removed from the retraining-in list, Air Force officials said recently. Retraining is used to shape and balance the force by offering Airmen in overmanned specialties opportunities to retrain into undermanned fields. Retraining officials develop tentative projections in the spring for the coming fiscal year, adjusting the real-time retraining advisory as changes occur.

“When we develop the retraining advisory, we look at historical and trending changes in AFSCs and project how many Airmen we are likely to need in each AFSC and grade for the coming year,”

said Brig. Gen. Gina Grosso, the Air Force director of force management policy. “Those projections are always tentative because unanticipated changes occur throughout the year. This year, we are decreasing retraining opportunities because of ongoing budget uncertainty.”

Retraining classes scheduled for Jan. 1 or later will be canceled, and affected Airmen will be notified, said Joe Crady, the Air Force retraining chief.

“We don’t plan to cancel classes for Airmen who are already enroute or within 45 days of their class start date, since that would be very disruptive for them and could create a hardship. However, we are contacting those whose classes start in January or later to ensure that we can prevent them from making plans and commitments tied to their retraining,” Crady explained.

Fields removed from the retraining advisory, based on new

projections, are already showing as overmanned. Allowing Airmen to retrain into those fields now would exacerbate the problem, he explained.

First term Airmen approved for retraining whose classes will be canceled are entitled to a career job reservation in their current field, according to Air Force Personnel Center officials.

“Once notified of the cancellation, first term Airmen should contact their local military personnel section for reenlistment eligibility,” said Michael McLaughlin, the AFPC reenlistments chief.

“We still have open fields for retraining, but they are limited and acceptance is very competitive, so Airmen who want to pursue that avenue should act now,” Crady added.

For first term and career Airmen who are still interested in retraining, there are some options, which are listed on the retraining advisory in myPers.

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BY TERRI MOON CRONK AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY SEAMAN D. YOUNG, U.S. NAVY CEREMONIAL GUARD

Casket bearers with the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard pose with members of the Navy Arlington Ladies during a recent holiday party on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB). The Navy Arlington Ladies gave thanks to Guard members and their families for their dedication and sacrifice throughout the year.

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“Once you’re in the group, you’re always a part of it. It’s a lasting honor to those who have died,” said Jeanne Carr, a member of the Arlington Ladies. “We want our Guardsmen to know how important they are to all of us.”

The Navy Ceremonial Guard – with nearly 200 strong – has members at Arlington National Cemetery an average of five times a week for

funerals, according to Senior Chief Anthony LaFrenier.

A native of Mobile, Ala., LaFrenier has been with the Navy Ceremonial Guard a little more than a year. According to him, the unit is the “tip of the sphere” and the “best of the best.” Like so many of his colleagues, he felt the holiday party was a tremendous act of kindness on behalf of the Navy Arlington Ladies.

“Due to the nature of our duty, this was an overwhelming act of generosity and support. It means a lot to us, particularly to our younger

guys,” LaFrenier said. “The Navy Arlington Ladies are an amazing group in their own right. What they do on a volunteer basis can’t be put into words. We can’t thank them enough.”

Specialized platoons in the Navy Ceremonial Guard include a drill team, color guard, firing party and casket bearers. Guardsmen perform a variety of Navy and joint service ceremonies. It’s most somber duty is delivering funeral honors at every Navy service at Arlington National Cemetery, LaFrenier said.

Retiree Activities Office holiday closings U.S. AIR FORCE BAND

The 11th Wing Retiree Activities Offices at Joint base Andrews (JBA) and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) will be closed for the holidays Dec. 21 through Jan. 5.

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WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- With a month left before the start of tax season, service members should begin gathering documentation to file their 2013 taxes, said the director of the Pentagon’s office of family policy and children and youth said.

In a recent interview with American Forces Press Service and the Pentagon Channel, Barbara Thompson suggested visiting the Military OneSource website for tax filing resources, and to learn what will be necessary to file, such as W2 forms, Social Security numbers and receipts for deductions such as child care, education, medical expenses and donations, among other write-offs.

Tax preparers at Military OneSource will do short-form tax filing free of charge for service members and their families, Thompson said.

Relocations and deployments have tax implications, Thompson noted. For example, deployed service members can receive an extension to file taxes after the normal April 15 filing date.

“It’s very helpful to have someone who is experienced to help you through the cumbersome issue of taxes and tax returns,” she added.

The tax preparers at Military OneSource are up to date on changes in tax laws, and can answer military-specific questions, Thompson said.

Installations also offer volunteer income tax assistance to service members and their families, while certain banks and credit unions provide education and training on tax preparation, Thompson said. She advised that service members organize their taxes by starting a file beginning each Jan. 1 for the following year’s tax papers, such as receipts and other write-offs.

“You don’t want to wait

until the last minute,” she said.

Service members and families who prepare longform taxes with deductions such as mortgages and rental properties might want to consider hiring a tax expert to file for them, Thompson said.

“It’s best to get advice to make sure you have everything covered,” she added.

Additionally, people who do their own taxes need to stay on top of current tax information, Thompson said.

“Sometimes tax laws change, so you have to be really smart about doing your own taxes,” she added.

States’ tax laws often vary, too, and because of relocations, some service members have to file local taxes in more than one state, she added.

“That’s where (tax consultants) can really be of great value to make sure you know what the requirements are for states,” Thompson said.

Filing federal and state tax returns usually results in either a tax return or money owed back to the government. Expecting to receive a tax return, but instead finding out that money is owed can be a shock, Thompson said. Looking at W2s to determine how much money in taxes is being withheld is a good indicator of whether or not one will owe money.

Service members who receive a tax return face important decisions on what to do with the money, Thompson said.

“Do you use it to buy down debt, or put it in a savings account?” she asked, advising people to not blow their tax refunds in a spending frenzy of unnecessary purchases.

A tax return is also wellspent in a retirement savings account, she added.

“It’s important to think about what you’re going to do with that money and how you can best utilize it for your financial well-being,” she said.

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Pentagon reductions ‘first step’ in realigning defense spending, says Hagel

BY ARMY SGT. 1ST CLASS TYRONE C. MARSHALL JR. AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE

WASHINGTON - The Defense Department’s senior leaders have announced changes designed to save money and better align the department’s structures and resources.

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discussed decisions made as part of the Strategic Choices and Management Review during a recent press briefing at the Pentagon.

“With the Pentagon confronting historically deep and steep, and abrupt spending reductions after a decade of significant budget growth,” Hagel said, “there is a clear need and an opportunity … to pare back overhead and streamline headquarters across this department.”

“And that is a result of, really, an era of post-9/11 that we have appropriately been focused on … to secure this country.”

Hagel explained how the Strategic Choices and Management Review, led by former Air Force Secretary Michael B. Donley, developed options to “help DOD plan for a range of future budget DOD PHOTO BY U.S. NAVY PETTY OFFICER 1ST CLASS DANIEL HINTON scenarios.”

“Included in the Strategic Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, brief Choices and Management Review reporters in a press conference at the Pentagon, Dec. 4. Leaders discussed topics including the defense budget was a comprehensive look at a and organizational review. savings,” he said, “all savings that could be achieved by reducing Hagel said he directed each agement and compliance, to result across the office’s three assistant overhead throughout the department and streamlining organiza- of his principal staff assistants to in a much stronger and more em- secretaries of defense in order tions, including OSD and the Joint begin implementing their plans to powered deputy chief manage- to sharpen P&R’s focus on force meet the 20 percent budget reduc- ment officer. management, force readiness, and Staff.”

• The transfer of specific re- military health care and military Hagel’s briefing today was a fol- tions by fiscal year 2019.

“The OSD reductions are com- sponsibility for business informa- compensation and retirement relow up to his announcement several months ago that DOD would prehensive, touching many as- tion technology systems from the form.

• Planning will move forward reduce major headquarters oper- pects of our organization, person- DCMO to DOD’s chief information officer in order to strengthen for the undersecretary of defense ating budgets by 20 percent over nel and resources,” he said.

The defense secretary laid out DOD’s ability to address growing for intelligence on how its mission the next five years. and focus should evolve after the “These reductions are only a eight OSD reductions in accor- IT and cyber challenges.

• Combining the Office of the drawdown of the post-9/11 confirst step in DOD’s efforts to re- dance with the review and anAssistant to the Secretary of De- flicts, including staffing levels, oralign defense spending to meet nounced the following changes: • Restructuring of the Office of fense for Intelligence Oversight, ganizations, and programs. new fiscal realities and strategic the Undersecretary of Defense for and the Defense Privacy and Civil • Approved plans for eliminatpriorities,” he said.

Hagel noted these were “dif- Policy, based on an extensive in- Liberties Offices into a single office ing the five remaining deputy unficult, but necessary choices” on ternal review of the organization, aligned under the new DCMO or- dersecretaries of defense who are not presidentially appointed or compensation reform, force struc- led by the current undersecretary ganization.

• The Office of Net Assessment Senate confirmed, fulfilling directure, acquisitions, and other major defense for policy, Jim Miller.

• Realignment of the Office of will report to the undersecretary of tion from the Congress. parts of DOD to remain ahead for the Director of Administration defense for policy to better ensure Hagel said to further improve the the department.

“These choices will be much and Management, and its compo- its long-range comparative analy- management of OSD, he is directing additional longer-term follow-up more difficult if Congress fails to nents, under the DCMO structure sis.

• A rebalancing of resources by actions, and directing a bi-annual halt sequestration and fully fund to provide better coordination and the president’s budget request,” integration of DOD’s business af- the acting undersecretary of de- review to establish a regular assesshe said. fairs, including performance man- fense for personnel and readiness ment of the office’s requirements.

“Most of the reductions in OSD staff that I’ve announced today will occur through a process of natural attrition in order to minimize the impact on our workforce,” he said. “If the department is forced to take the steep sequestration cuts on the order of $500 billion over the next 10 years, we may need to implement additional reductions.”

Dempsey noted some things would have been done “whether or not we were faced with the Budget Control Act.” “So just as he’s directed the Office of the Secretary of Defense to make these changes, so, too, will the Joint Staff, the combatant commanders, the service chiefs, as well as three-star headquarters and above throughout the world,” he said.

The chairman cited pay compensation and health care as areas that “for some time” needed adjustment or slowing of their rate of growth. In addition, excess infrastructure needs consolidation or closing, and acquisition reform, he said, needs to “get out of this pattern where things are acquired and delivered too slowly and too expensively.”

“We can’t do that ourselves,” Dempsey said. “We’re going to need help across virtually each one of these areas, and we’ll be looking to gain support for that over time.”

More broadly, the chairman lauded the department for its versatility as “we entered our 13th year of combat in Afghanistan,” while simultaneously delivering supplies to the Philippines in the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan, and maintaining a steady state of presence in the Arabian Gulf, in the Eastern Mediterranean, and in the Pacific as well as other diplomatic efforts.

“So as we consider how to maintain our military strength, we must always remember our real strategic advantage,” Dempsey said. “That [is], of course, the men and women who serve in uniform.”

“And so the purpose of all of the reform efforts that we’ve been describing here is aimed at ensuring that we preserve and actually enhance the leadership training and equipping of our forces,” he said.

“In so doing – and only in so doing,” Dempsey said, “will we be sure to keep our nation immune from coercion.”

Navy Chaplain Corps launches official blog on DoD Live

BY CHRISTIANNE M. WITTEN CHIEF OF NAVY CHAPLAINS PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON (NNS) -The Navy Chaplain Corps has launched its first official blog on its 238th anniversary to help facilitate a unique and constructive two-way dialogue between the Chaplain Corps’ leadership and their stakeholders, including service members and their families.

This new blog, hosted on the

DoD Live platform, will help to inform and create a dialogue on how chaplains support the religious and pastoral care needs of Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, civilians and their families.

Navy chaplains and religious program specialists operate across a broad spectrum of environments to fulfill the mission of the Chaplain Corps: to inspire hope and strengthen spiritual well-being through the delivery

and coordination of effective religious ministry at sea and ashore.

The blog will focus on how the Chaplain Corps meets its mission through the following core capabilities: *To provide and facilitate religious ministry. *Care for all with complete confidentiality. *Advise leadership on morale, the moral and ethical command climate, and religious matters

that affect the command’s mission.

Blog topics will include the following areas where chaplains are deeply involved: casualty support, wounded warrior care, suicide and sexual assault prevention and humanitarian assistance.

“As chaplains, we are appointed to support the free exercise of religion for all in the Naval service and their families and to support them in any way we can. This blog

will help us better share our story and generate dialogue on what it means to answer the call to serve in Naval chaplaincy,” said Chief of Navy Chaplains Rear Adm. Mark L. Tidd.

Visit the new Chaplain Corps blog at http://chaplaincorps.navylive.dodlive.mil/.

For more information on the Chaplain Corps, visit www.chaplain.navy.mil and www.facebook. com/chiefofnavychaplains.

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BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON – Passion and fellowship come together Dec. 15 as the Joint Base AnacostiaBolling (JBAB) Chapel Center presents this year’s Christmas Cantata entitled “The Jesus Gift.”

The all-volunteer production begins at 11:00 a.m. and is free to the community.

Gee Soo Hall, music director at the Chapel Center, has been spearheading the annual Christmas Cantata on base since 1989.

There are some familiar faces from years past. Though, for the most part, this year’s choir group is comprised of many new additions. There are 58 members in this year’s group ranging in age from 14-83.

“I love the diversity of this year’s group. We have military service members, retired veterans and even children. It’s

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There are 58 members in this year’s choir group ranging in age from 1483. wonderful,” Hall said. “They’re passionate about the Christmas season and they all love to sing.

We’ve been having so much fun together.”

The choir has been honing their

skills at practice every Thursday night since October in preparation for their big performance, Hall said. Besides the performance on JBAB, choir members also made time recently to have lunch and

Be safe during the holidays, don’t drink and drive

BY MASTER-AT-ARMS SEAMAN APRIL BEAZER

PUBLIC AFFAIRS STAFF WRITER

BETHESDA - While the holidays are a time for laughter, joy and fun, don’t forget about drinking responsibly and never get behind the wheel of a car while under the influence.

“During the holiday times a lot of celebration goes on. For those of us in the military community, a lot of us are away from our home and loved ones which can make the use of alcohol an escape from our reality and can lead to irresponsible use,” said Master-at-Arms 1st class Christopher Varga Command Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor (DAPA) for Naval Support Activity Bethesda.

Drinking and driving is a big issue due to increased alcohol consumption during the holidays, he added. “Have a plan. If you are going out be sure that you have a safe way home,” said Varga. “If your plan A fails, which would be your designated driver, make sure you have phone numbers to taxi cabs and also your chain of command so someone can pick you up to prevent you from drinking and driving.”

If you realize that you have a drinking problem and would like to seek treatment or help, there are many people you can talk to and different ways to get the help that you need, Varga mentions.

“If you or someone you know realizes they have a drinking problem, the best place to visit is your command DAPA,” he said. “If that person doesn’t feel comfortable [going to the DAPA] they could always go to medical personnel, it could be a doctor, nurse, or anyone in the medical field. They could go to a chaplain, someone they trust within their chain of command or a friend.”

“There are three ways you could go about an alcohol referral. You

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could have a self-referral where the member admits themselves for treatment or help. The second option would be a command referral which happens when the command recognizes a problem and refers them for help. The third way is an incident and it is not recommend because it is derived from a driving under the influence. Anything associated with a legal issue while under the influence would be considered as an incident. They would have to go through legal and the command DAPA.” If a person comes in as a self or command referral, anything that is told to the command DAPA is

confidential, Varga said. There is no trouble, there are no repercussions. The only way they would get in trouble is if the referral was derived from an incident.

“The important thing to take from this is that everyone should use alcohol responsibly, only drink if they are of legal age, follow the command policy and never drink and drive. Always follow our new motto, `keep what you’ve earned’ which means everyone has worked hard to get where they are so don’t waste it on a bad night out there drinking and cause the destruction of your career. Have a safe and Happy Holiday,” wishes Varga.

This year’s Christmas Cantata, entitled “The Jesus Gift” will be presented to the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling community Sunday, Dec. 15. Here, members listen and take direction from their musical director, Gee Soo Hall. perform a few Christmas favorites for veterans at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington, D.C. It was a first for the group and an experience Hall will never forget.

“The holidays are about bringing cheer to others,” Hall said.

“We hope everyone enjoys this year’s performance as much as we’ve enjoyed being a part of this year’s celebration.”

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Gary Sinise, the Lt. Dan Band perform free USO concert

BY CHATNEY AUGER NAVAL DISTRICT WASHINGTON PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON - Before the Lt. Dan Band performance, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus thanked USO and Sinise for making the concert happen.

“We appreciate the support from the USO and Gary Sinise during this time of recovery, said Mabus. “Our Navy continues to grieve and heal, but in recovering from this tragedy, every day that goes by, our Navy team is stronger.”

Sinise, who has strong ties to the military (his father and uncle were in the Navy during World War II), and the Lt. Dan Band have been in support of military cooperation with the USO since 2003. Sinise said that he has a passionate love for the country and that it feels great to know that this is something he can do to support the military.

“It’s very important that you understand that you’re

appreciated for the freedom that you provide. We don’t take what you do for granted. We go through tough times and we will be there for you,” said Sinise.

The Lt. Dan Band, put on a two-hour family friendly performance to boost morale and strengthen the bonds of community among the Washington Navy Yard employees and families, who were affected

by the tragic events of Sept.

16.

Among those Washington Navy Yard employees that enjoyed the concert was Ben Wojtasik with Naval District Washington Strategy and Future Requirements.

“I had a great time at the concert, said Wojtasik.

“Gary and the band were great - I couldn’t tell who had more fun, the audience

U.S. NAVY PHOTOS BY MC2 PEDRO A. RODRIGUEZ

Actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band performed a free United Service Organization (USO) concert for the Washington Navy Yard and Washington, D.C. Navy community at Constitution Hall, Dec. 3. or the performers! Gary said his mission was to make sure everyone left a little bit happier than when they arrived. Judging by the reaction of those in the crowd, he absolutely delivered.”

The band played various genres of music as about 2,000 service members, DoD personnel, civilians and their families sang along and danced to the music.

The USO is a private,

nonprofit organization that provides morale and recreational services to members of the U.S. military.

To see photos of the concert, visit NDW’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/navdistwash.

Outreach event prepares wounded warriors for civilian careers

BY RYAN HUNTER NSAB PUBLIC AFFAIRS STAFF WRITER

BETHESDA, Md. - Healing is a full time job, and for many wounded warriors at Naval Support Activity Bethesda (NSAB) preparing for a civilian career while in recovery can be tough. However, Jennifer Anderson, a team leader for Operation Warfighter (OWF) believes “you can prepare for a career with our help.”

On Nov. 13, OWF, a liaison between federal agencies and wounded, ill or injured service members looking to transition into the civilian job market, held the OWF outreach event career fair. More than a dozen federal government agencies looking to provide service members with on site job training through internship positions appeared at the event.

Many of the internships are “custom tailored to meet wounded warrior interests,” said Chris Durachka, associate chief of the software division at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. “If a service member wants to look into computer security, we’ll talk to our security team and develop an internship specifically for them.

The point of it is to see what they really want to pursue and bridge that gap.”

According to Anderson, unlike most private business internships, these positions are flexible and designed to

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Sgt. Franz Walkup and his wife speak to representatives from the Selective Services System during the Operation Warfighter outreach event. The next career fair is scheduled for Dec. 5. meet the demanding needs of a service member’s recovery. “It might just be a 10 hour a week part-time position, or it could be up to 40 hours if their medical appointments are fewer and further between. Every case is different. It’s not a cookie cutter type of opportunity.”

“Once someone completes [their internship with] OWF and is within approximately 90 days of separating [from the military,] I get their resume,” said Ed Cody,

the national capital region coordinator for The Office of Warrior Care Policy’s Education and Employment Initiative (E2I).

“I connect them to organizations that I know are looking for people with their skills.”

E2I works directly with OWF and many of the federal agencies to secure jobs for service members, often at the same location where they are completing their internship. Positions aren’t guaranteed, but are favor-

able if agencies have vacancies and are looking to fill them. “[Employers] who have already had the opportunity to work with our guys through this internship for six months or more know what they can do,” said Cody.

Even if it’s not possible for a disabled service member to find paid employment at the same place where they’ve worked as an intern, the E2I can help turn their experience into a sustainable career.

“We’re connected with all the federal agencies, major corporations and a lot of other smaller corporations who are intent upon hiring veterans and understand the value of having veterans on their staff,” said Cody.

“Disabled veterans are high on the list of a lot of organizations and there is a lot of support to find opportunities for them in career oriented jobs, not just stocking cans at your local store.”

Many of the wounded warriors involved in the in-

ternship and employment programs are at least 30 percent disabled and this factor does not work against them.

All of the federal agencies and private companies attending the OWF outreach event have facilities designed to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines.

According to Cody, these organizations also, “use preferential hiring authorities to bring [disabled] individuals on the payroll without competition.”

“We’ve had probably 30 interns over the last 3 or 4 years [at Goddard],” said Durachka. “Our [career employment] placement record [for interns] is about 10 percent, but we easily offer more than 30 percent of our interns jobs. A lot of them go back to school using their G.I. Bill or decide to go into a different area.”

Staff Sgt. Alejandro Jauregui, supports the program and believes it, “provides a great opportunity,” for him and his fellow wounded warriors.

“It’ll get you set up for your future. I’ve been in the military since high school and I know it will, at the very least, help build up my resume,” said Jauregui.

The next OWF outreach event is tentatively scheduled for Jan. 15 in the Building 17 lobby. To find out more information about the program contact Jennifer Anderson at 703-428-7517 or via email at Jennifer.Anderson.ctr@osd.mil

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MWR Calendar Bolling Club Theisen St, Bldg. 50 202.563.8400 Air Force Club Membership

Become a club member by December 31 and get free dues for the first 3 months plus an instant win scratch card worth up to $100! Club member benefits include meals discounts, access to all Air Force clubs worldwide, $25,000 Annual Scholarship Program and more. Pick up an application at the Bolling Club or online at www.afclubs.net.

2013 White House Ornaments on sale now!

$18; Available at the Cash Cage or the Washington Dining Room

2-for-1 Steak Night

Every Thursday | 5 - 8:30pm | Wings Bar & Grill Choose from a juicy 12oz rib eye or sirloin steak, chicken or fish and your choice of a toss salad and Russet or sweet baked potato with butter, sour cream and bacon bits. All meals come with a roll and butter, as well as coffee, tea or iced tea. Select appetizers, desserts and drink specials will be offered.

Club Members: $23.95 for two people; Non-Members: $23.95 per person

All-You-Can-Eat Buffet

Tuesday-Friday | 11am - 1:30pm | Washington Dining Room Tuesday: Turkey Carvery Station and pair it with our homemade soup, fresh salad bar and the rest of the lunch buffet Wednesday: Beef Carvery, French Fries and Yorkshire Pudding Thursday: All you can eat smothered, baked or fried pork chops Friday: Seafood Chef’s choice of seafood choices Salad and dessert bars are always open!

Club Members: $9.95; Non-Members: $12.95 For parties of 10 or more, $1 will be added to each person’s meal.

Seafood Buffet

First Wednesday of each Month | 5 - 8:30pm | Washington Dining Room Seafood Buffet featuring an abundant selection of crab legs, steamed shrimp, fresh oysters, fried oysters, fish and shrimp, the Club’s famous fried chicken, numerous sides, clam chowder, salad bar and home made banana pudding along with dozens of assorted cakes and pies. Club Members: $29.95; Non-Members: $34.95

Champagne Sunday Brunch

Every Sunday | 10:30am - 2pm | Washington Dining Room Enjoy the best Champagne Brunch in the Capital Region featuring an abundant selection of shrimp, fresh oysters, baked and fried chicken, turkey, beef, fish, salads, grits, bacon, vegetables, starches, eggs benedict, made-to-order waffles and omelets, seasonal fruits, homemade banana pudding, assorted cakes and pies for dessert. Club Members: $17.95; Non-Members: $22.95

First and Third Friday

December 20 - January 3 & 17 | 5pm-12am | Bolling Club – Washington Dining Room Everyone is welcome! DJ Bob Ski from 7pm to midnight.

Club members will be given access to FREE Hor D’ouevres from 5 to 7pm, non-members can enjoy these items for only $10. The Club’s famous fried chicken and Chef’s specials will be available for purchase in the WASP Lounge from 7 to 10pm.

Brunch with Santa

December 15 | 10:30am-2pm | Bolling Club – Washington Dining Room Come out and enjoy the best brunch with Santa in the National Capital Region. We invite you to feast on an abundant selection of seasonal fruits, shrimp, fresh oysters, salads, baked and fried chicken, turkey, beef, fish, grits, bacon, vegetables, starches, eggs benedict, made-toorder waffles and omelets, homemade banana pudding, assorted cakes and pies for desserts.

Club Members: $17.95 Non-Members: $22.95 ***Don’t forget to bring your camera for a photo opportunity with Santa!

Boss and Buddy

December 20 & January 17 | 3:30-5:30pm | Bolling Club WASP Lounge Follow up that monthly promotion ceremony by taking your boss to the Club for Boss and Buddy Night!

Club members enjoy a FREE buffet; cost for non-members is $10.

New Years Eve Membership Celebration

December 31 | Bolling Club Ring in the New Year and enjoy two rooms of entertainment! Party favors such as noise makers, hats and streamers will be available as well as complimentary Hor D’oeuvres served at 8pm, champagne and breakfast will be served at 12:15am.

Entrance Fees: Club Members: FREE in advance before December 27, $10 at the door Non-Members: $25 in advance before December 27, $35 at the door Child Care: $10 per child in advance before December 27, $75 at the door To make a room reservation at Gateway Inns and Suites, please call 202-610-8000.

Potomac Lanes Bowling Center McChord St, Bldg. 1310 202.563.1701/1702 Book your next occasion with us!

Whether you are hosting a birthday party or an office meeting, bowling is fun activity that people of all ages can enjoy! We have group event packages that are available for all size groups. Come eat, bowl and celebrate at Potomac Lanes and leave the cleaning up to us!

DJ Cosmic Night

December 14 | 8pm-12am DJ Chris lights up the night with great music and fun!

Unlimited bowling and shoe rental for only $15; $12 for active military personnel and their families.

New Years Eve Party

December 31 |9pm -1am Celebrate the arrival of 2014 at Potomac Lanes Bowling Center. DJ Chris fires up the night with great music and cosmic bowling for only $75 per lane (maximum of 6 people).

Price includes one large 16” one topping pizza and a pitcher of soda.

Don’t drink and drive. Room reservations are available at Gateway Inns & Suites. 202.610.8000

Enjoy a large, one topping pizza and 10 chicken wings!

Eat in or Carry Out $16.95

Military Family Fun Night

Every Sunday | 5-9pm | Potomac Lanes EATZ Enjoy 2 games of bowling, shoe rental and drinks for only $20 (family of 4). Available to active military personnel and their families. Each additional person is $5.

Cosmic Bowling

Every Saturday | 8pm-12am | Potomac Lanes Unlimited bowling and shoe rental for only $15; $12 for active military personnel and their families.

DJ Cosmic Bowling

December 14 & January 11 | 8pm-12am | Potomac Lanes DJ Chris lights up the night with great music and fun!

Unlimited bowling and shoe rental for only $15; $12 for active military personnel and their families.

Try EATZ New Menu Items!

Butter Breaded Mushrooms Fried Pickles Fried Green Beans Traditional or Boneless chicken wings with new sauces: BBQ, Chipotle BBQ, Buffalo Caolina Gold, Honey Mustard, Sesame Teriyaki, Adobo or Churasco.

View the full menu on ABSalute, the MWR Smartphone App!

December-January Soup Special

Cream of Crab Soup in a Bread Bowl January Soup Special Chili in a Bread Bowl $5.95 D.C. Smoke is the winner of the Hot Dog Special and has been added to the menu. For a limited time only!

Outdoor Recreation Giovannoli Way, Bldg. 928 202.767.9136 Massanutten Snow Trip

Cosmic Bowling

Every Saturday | 8pm-12am Unlimited bowling and shoe rental for only $15; $12 for active military personnel and their families.

December 14 | 7am-11pm | Massanutten Resort ODR is going to Massanutten Resort for Skiing and Snowboarding for the first snow trip of the season! Transportation will depart from Outdoor Recreation at 7am and return at 11pm.

Trip includes an 8 hour lift ticket and transportation Military ID cardholders, youth and seniors: $78; all others $88.

Equipment is available for rent at ODR. Stop in for a fitting. Call for more information.

Military Family Fun Night

Camelback Mountain Resort

Every Sunday | 5-9pm 2 games of bowling, shoe rental, pizza and drinks for only $20 (family of 4). Available to active military personnel and their families. Each additional person is $5.

Monday Night Football Special

Every Monday Enjoy a large, one topping pizza and 10 chicken wings for only $16.95. Eat in or carry out.

Try EATZ New Menu Items!

Butter Breaded Mushrooms Fried Pickles Fried Green Beans Traditional or Boneless chicken wings with new sauces: BBQ, Chipotle BBQ, Buffalo Caolina Gold, Honey Mustard, Sesame Teriyaki, Adobo or Churascodf. View the full menu on ABSalute, the MWR Smartphone App!

Potomac Lanes Eatz McChord St, Bldg. 1310 202.563.1701/1702 Monday Night Football Special

Every Monday | Potomac Lanes EATZ

January 18 | 6am | Tannersville, PA Snow Trip! Join us for our first snow trip of the New Year.

We will Ski/Snowboard for about 12 hours. Stop by Outdoor Recreation and reserve your roundtrip seat for $35. Lift tickets will be purchased individually at the resort. Check their website for pricing. Equipment is available for rent at the ODR bldg. 928, Fittings Highly Recommended! Minimum of 10 people for trip to go.

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Resale Lot

The Resale Lot is located on Duncan Avenue. If you are selling a car, truck, motorcycle, trailer, RV or boat, stop by Outdoor Recreation to register your vehicle. The cost is $12 for the first month, $22 for the second month, and $32 for the third and final month. A copy of the current registration and insurance is needed at time of payment.

Equipment Rental

We have a large variety of sporting, camping and party equipment available! Stop by building 928 to check out the selection.

Ski and Snowboard Rentals

Get ready to play in the snow! Outdoor Recreation has ski

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and snowboard equipment for rent. Stop by for a FREE fitting!

Snowboard Package - $25, first day; $10 each additional day Ski Package - $25, first day; $10 each additional day Boots - $8 Poles - $5 Skis/Snowboard - $15 Skki - $15 Snow Shoes - $12 Helmet - $2

Services

Edges dull? Calibration off? ODR can also service your personal equipment with edging, waxing, calibrating and complete tuning!

Tuning - $10 Edging - $8 Waxing - $7 Calibrating - $10 Complete Tuning - $25

Resale Lot

Sell your car, truck, motorcycle, trailer, RV or boat! Registration is required. The cost is $12 for the first month, $22 for the second month, and $32 for the third and final month.

Information, Tickets & Travel Arnold Ave, Bldg. 4472 202.404.6576 Niagara Falls Vacation Package

June 19-22, 2014 Fallsview, Ontario Canada Enjoy a weekend getaway in Canada and behold the beauty of Niagara Falls. We will be staying at the Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview overlooking Horseshoe Falls. Pric-

es are per person and include motor coach transportation and a 3 night stay in hotel.

Jacuzzi Suite (Couples Only): $490 per person Fallsview Room: Single: $783, Double: $457, Triple: $360, Quad: $312 Cityview Room: Single: $370, Double: $380, Triple: $310, Quad: $274 There is a $10 fee, per person if there are more than 2 adults in a room. No charge for children under 2 years.

Payment Schedule: $100 deposit due upon reservation Half Balance due on January 24, 2014 Final Payment due on March 21, 2014 For information contact the ITT Office. Passports are required.

Arts & Crafts Center Arnold Ave, Bldg. 4472 202.767.4422 Joint Base Anacostia Woodworking Club

The JBAB Woodshop is back by popular demand. Join our woodworking club and get up to 32 hours of wood working for $75.00 per month. We only have space for ten members per month so sign up today by calling (202) 767-4422 or stopping by the Arts & Crafts Center. *The JBAB Woodshop is only open to the woodworking club members on Saturdays.

Arts & Crafts Gift Shop

Check out the Arts & Crafts Center Gift Shop. Choose from a wide selection of shadow boxes, flags, flag boxes and sword cases. We have rosewood pen and pencil sets, complete with beautiful maple or rosewood boxes. We also have customizable tankards and travel mugs that can be custom engraved in our shop. These all make great gifts for any occasion.

Arts & Crafts Engraving Shop

See all of our engravable items from acrylics to wooden plaques. We can engrave just about anything and also create graphics to suit all your engraving needs. Ask about our “green” bamboo plaques in variety of sizes.

Arts & Crafts Frame Shop

Decorated walls make your house a home and we can help frame your memories. Our Frame Shop is the place to get all of your occasional memories displayed using the best conservation materials

Child & Youth Programs Youth Center Arnold Ave, Bldg. 4485 202.767.4003 Teen Lock In

December 14-15 | 10:30pm-7:30am | Youth Center | 13-18 years old | Sign up by December 11th The JBAB Youth Center is having an all Teen Lock-in. Lock-In with teens from the local Naval District Washington Youth Centers. Come and meet teens from Annapolis, Pax River, Indian Head and Dahlgren. Cost will be $15.00 pre teen that includes all night extreme bowling, food and games. Current membership is needed for the great event, also permission slips and money is due by the 11th of December. For more information call the Youth Center at 202-767-4003.

Triple Play Athletic

December 20 | 7-9pm | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Test your athletic skills as we challenge you to do push-ups, jumping jacks and squats in a timed manner. All preteens and teens are invited to come and test your athletic skills. Sign up at the front desk.

Youth Sponsorship and Monthly Birthday Celebration

December 21 & January 18 | 7-8pm | Youth Center | 9-18 years old

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Joint Base Journal If your birthday is in January, this one’s for you. Current Youth Center Membership 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 to you. Come and meet fellow members and hear what they have to say about our programming, trips and activities.

UNO Card Game Challenge

December 27 | 7-8pm | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Play your favorite card game, UNO and challenge your peers! Sign up at the front desk.

Make an All About Me Puzzle Piece

January 3 | 5:30pm-7pm | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Every Wednesday in the month of January, join the Youth Center staff and peers to create an All About Me Puzzle Piece by showing us what your interests are. Each youth will be given a blank puzzle piece, you supply a couple of pictures and we will have magazines, stickers and other things available so you can create your own puzzle piece to hang up in the JBAB Youth Center. We will kick off this activity on Friday, January 3 to start the month. Sign up at the Youth Center.

Cooking Project: Old Fashioned Apple Pie

January 4 | 5-8pm | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Join us for an evening of baking apple pie from scratch. We supply the recipe and all the ingredients. Pre-teens sign up in the pre-teen room and teens sign up in the teen room.

Rollingcrest-Chillum Indoor Splash Pool (Teens)

January 11 | 2-7pm | Chillum, MD | 13-18 years old | Sign up by January 8th Enjoy an afternoon of swimming and then dinner. Members will be responsible for the cost of the indoor water park ($5.00 per person) and the cost of dinner. Current membership and signed permission slip is

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needed for this activity. There are limited seats available on the bus. Sign up early. Questions? Call the JBAB Youth Center at 202-767-4003.

Parent’s Night Out

January 17 | 6-11pm | Youth Center | Pre-Registration: January 15 Cost: $20. Children ages 6 weeks to age 5 (not in Kindergarten) will register at CDC II and Youth ages 5 (in Kindergarten) and up to age 8 will register at the Youth Center.

CDC II phone number is 202.404.8071 and the Youth Center’s phone number is 202.767.4003.

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Winter Break Care

December 23-January 6 Are you need of Winter Break Care for your child?

Call the School Age Care Program at 202-767-4003 to find out what accommodations are available for this school year’s Winter Break Care.

Liberty Center Defense Blvd, Bldg. 72 202.685.1802 That Guy Happy Hour

December 18 | 6:30pm | Liberty Center Join Liberty for a night of fun games and a chance to win prizes!

Holiday Outdoor Movie Night

January 17 | 7-9pm | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Test your basketball skills as we challenge you with the Triple Play Basketball Challenge (Spot-Shot, obstacle dribble and passing). All preteens and teens are invited to come. Sign up at the front desk.

December 19 | 6pm | Liberty Center Get into the Holiday spirit outdoors and enjoy a holiday theme movie along with food and refreshments! Weather pending.

Snow Tubing (Preteens)

Arts and Crafts: Paracord Bracelets

January 7 | 6pm | Liberty Center Paracord bracelets are all the rage with military personnel. If you’d like to make one, come learn!

January 25 | 12-10pm | Whitetail Ski Resort | 9-12 years old | Sign up by January 22nd Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an afternoon of snow tubing and then dinner. Members will be responsible for the cost of a two hour session ($26.00 per person) and the cost of dinner. Come dressed for lots of cold fun. Current membership and signed permission slip is needed for this activity. There are limited seats available on the bus.

Sign up early. Questions? Call the JBAB Youth Center at 202-767-4003.

January 8 | 6pm | Liberty Center Are you mad your team is not in the Playoffs? Put that bottled up frustration to use in the Madden where you can prove your team should have been in the post-season.

In House Movie Night

You Pick Trip

January 31 | 7-9pm | Youth Center | 9-18 years old Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an evening of movies and popcorn. Preteens sign up in the pre-teen room and Teens sign up in teen room.

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January 11 | 6pm | Liberty Center You make the plans! Choose between Indoor Go-Karting, Lasertag or Indoor Rock Climbing. Deadline to choose is January 8th!

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Poker Night

January 14 | 6pm | Liberty Center Bring your game face to the Liberty Poker Tournament.

First and second place winners will receive a prize.

Cooking with Liberty

January 20 | 5:30pm | Enterprise Hall Kitchen 2nd Floor It may be cold outside, but it’s hot in the kitchen with Liberty!

Join us for a chance to learn different life skills and enjoy dinner.

Chinese New Year Tournament Night

January 31 | 6pm | Liberty Center Celebrate the Lunar Year of the Horse with Liberty! Enjoy traditional games, music and great food.

Library Tinker St, Bldg. 4439 202.767.5578 Story Time

Every Tuesday and Thursday |10-11am December 17: Wright Brothers Day! December 19: Let it Snow!

December 24: Merry Christmas!

December 26: Kwanzaa!

December 31: Happy New Year!

January 2: Birds of A Feather!

January 7: Healthy Eyes!

January 9: Celebrating January’s and Martin Luther King Jr Birthday!

Movie Madness

Every Friday | 4:30pm | Children’s Room Enjoy new family friendly releases every week with free theater style popcorn and drinks.

Visit the Circulation Desk or the Library’s mobile marquee for movie listings. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is 16 years or older.

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Miscellaneous items related to your health, your career, your life and your community

Immunization Clinic has new hours The 579th Medical Group Immunization Clinic will be open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

On Thursdays, the clinic will be open from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. The clinic closes at 12 p.m. for training the first Wednesday of each month. For more information, call 202404-6724.

JBAB Cub Scouts

Attention all boys grades 1st through 5th interested in scouting. Please contact the JBAB Cub Scouts, Pack 343, at jbabcubscouts@yahoo.com for more information.

Each den holds their own meetings each month along with one pack event. Boys will earn badges together and can work on individual achievements as well. Come join us for popcorn, camping and so much more.

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.

AFOWC Thrift Shop

The Air Force Officers’ Wives’ Club Thrift Shop is located at 13 Brookley Ave and is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and

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Thursdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donations are accepted during business hours only. Profits from the AFOWC Thrift shop go toward college scholarships and other military charitable organizations. For more information about the AFOWC or its Thrift Shop call 202-563-6666 or email afowcthriftshop@verizon.net.

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. Access NAVY 311 at 1-855NAVY-311 or (DSN) 510- NAVY-311. You can also email NAVY311@navy.mil or visit www.

NAVY311.navy.mil.

Navy Wives Clubs of America

The D.C. Metro chapter of Navy Wives Clubs of America, Eleanor Roosevelt #37, hosts meetings every second Thursday of the month to discuss and plan volunteer activities in the local military and civilian communities. Military spouses of all branches are welcome to attend. For more information, email angeladowns@me.com or visit www.facebook.com/NWCA37.

Toastmasters Club seeks members

The Bolling Toastmasters Club is available for everyone on JBAB as a place to practice your leadership skills. Toastmasters clubs are where leaders are made, and leadership starts with good communication. The program is self-paced, and it works. The Bolling Toastmasters Club meets Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. at the JBAB Chapel Center.

Visitors are welcome. For more information, call Jim Queen at 301-452-6931.

Navy Marine-Corps Thrift Shop hours

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop has relocated to Enterprise Hall (building 72). The store hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

For more information call 202-433-3364.

Boys and Girls Club volunteers

The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington needs volunteer coaches for their youth baseball league for 10-year-olds and 12-year-olds. For more information or to sign up, call 512-560-5548 from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. or email Michael.martinez@afncr.af.mil.

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.

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/ jbabcyclists. For more information, email austin.pruneda@afncr.af.mil.

Chapel 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

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