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Isha Renta watched as Hurricane Hugo tracked toward Puerto Rico in 1989 and after all the devastation, wondered how it happened. Recalling the event that inspired her life-long interest in meteorology, “I remember asking myself, at such a young age, what I could do to help my people and reduce the damage,” said Renta, at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) sponsored Hispanic Heritage Observance Oct. 7. That’s when Renta — a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) meteorologist — started dreaming of becoming a meteorologist. She pursued her dream by studying mathematics at the University of Puerto Rico, graduating with a bachelor’s degree. Then Renta studied meteorology at Howard University, receiving her master’s degree in Atmospheric Sciences. Now, she supports the national weather service mission to save life and property, while working on a doctoral degree in Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Maryland. “They say that you choose a job you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life,” said Renta, describing her love of meteorology. “Those who know me are aware that I’m always talking about what’s going on with the weather and fascinated about the atmosphere and its phenomena.” Renta joined local Navy leaders — including Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) Commanding Officer Capt. Mary Feinburg and NSWCDD leadership — to celebrate Hispanic Heritage with Dahlgren personnel at the University of Mary Washington Dahlgren campus. With a national theme of “Hispanic Americans: Energizing Our Nation’s Diversity,” the observance celebrated the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. “Hispanic Americans have served our nation throughout our history and fought at sea in every American war,” said Feinberg in her welcoming remarks. “Their roles have included seamen, 4-star admirals, boatswains
U.S. Navy photo by George Smith
U.S. Navy photo by Patrick Dunn
Isha Renta — guest speaker at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) 2015 Hispanic Heritage Observance — tells the audience about her science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) outreach to students that includes the arts. “I’m a very strong advocate of STEM and a very strong advocate of arts,” said Renta, a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration meteorologist. “STEM gives you critical thinking, problem solving, persistence, collaboration, and curiosity. Arts give you social development and the creativity you need for problem solving, academic performance and critical thinking. The arts also give you intellectual development for your curiosity and out of the box thinking for the problem solving part of STEM. They are not mutually exclusive — they actually go together. And when they go together, you get magic.” mates, corpsmen, fighter pilots, doctors, nuclear engineers, policy makers — and of course, meteorologists.” Moreover, Renta pursues another — cultural — role. The NOAA meteorologist achieved her cultural dream by founding Semilla Cultural (Cultural Seed), a non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating a community that embraces diversity by educating, promoting and disseminating Puerto Rican culture and traditions through the state of Virginia. The Dahlgren audience enjoyed the Bomba music and dance performed by Renta and her Semilla Cultural volunteers — which include NSWCDD scientists and engineers. Renta started the organization in 2014 to teach and perform traditional Puerto Rican musical genres while educating the community about his-
torical events that shaped the music. Since Semilla Cultural’s humble beginning in Renta’s basement, its volunteers have been engaged in a whirlwind of public and private classes, workshops, and performances to bring cultural awareness to the state of Virginia. Recently, the group was invited by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to perform in Washington D.C. Semilla Cultural’s performance at the Sept. 27 extravaganza streamed live over the internet and “made my cultural dream come true,” said Renta. “In 21 months, it has been a great adventure,” she added. “It has not been easy and it’s been overwhelming sometimes . but when I saw what happened at the Kennedy Center, I said ‘yes, it’s worth it.’” Renta — a former NSWCDD em-
Panamanian-folklore dancers Dr. Norma Small-Warren and George Bowen perform at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) 2015 Hispanic Heritage Observance. Small-Warren is the artistic director of Grufolpawa, a non-profit organization composed of a diverse group of men and women of all ages, and mostly, but not exclusively, Panamanians. Grufolpawa’s mission is to disseminate Panamanian folklore by means of its music and interpretive dances. The group volunteers for a multitude of activities throughout the various communities of the Washington D.C. metropolitan area.
ployee — and the audience feel the same way about what happened at Dahlgren’s Hispanic Heritage event. “I have personally received rave feedback,” said Eunice Mercado, NSWCDD Hispanic Employment Program Manager. “The performers all showcased their culture, music and dance and the appreciation of it was evidenced by the overwhelmingly positive response from everyone who attended.” The military, government civilian, and contractor audience also appreciated Renta’s stories about her successful science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) outreach to students that includes the arts.
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Autumn Harvest Comes to NSF Dahlgren Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren celebrated its annual Fall Harvest Festival this year and the event was a definite hit with attendees of all ages. An estimated 600 participants came out to celebrate the season. Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Recreation Director Alice Stanton and the MWR team put on a fantastic event with eight sports-themed inflatable entertainment centers that provided tons of fun for the children, a deejay, pumpkin patch and a pumpkin decorating station. The King George High School Cheer Squad was on hand for an interactive demonstration and led the youngsters in attendance through several routines. The USO Truck provided refreshments for those in attendance. “The Harvest Festival was a huge success and has really grown in size and popularity over the last 18 years,” Stanton said. “The smiles on the children’s faces made it apparent that MWR’s hard work had definitely paid off. ” Dr. Jeffrey Duncan, principal at the Dahlgren School enjoyed seeing the many faces of students and family members come together for this fun-filled evening. “This event is an annual favorite and one of the things Dahlgren is known for,” Duncan said. “I really enjoy coming out and seeing so many of our students and their families enjoying themselves. You could not have asked for a more beautiful night.” The next special event hosted by NSASP MWR for the Military and Department of Defense (DoD) families will be the Sugar Frosted Winterfest that will take place on the parade field on Thursday Dec. 3. MWR is looking forward to hosting this beloved annual winter event.
U.S. Navy Photos by Barbara Wagner
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NSASP New Energy Manager This week in -She Won’t Leave the Light On! Naval history By Barbara Wagner Staff Writer That motel chain might promise to leave a light on for you, but Navy Support Activity South Potomac’s (NSASP) new Installation Energy Manager Kathryn Simpson promises she won’t and neither will anyone else in the NSASP Area of Responsibility if she promotes her message well. Simpson is passionate about two things — energy conservation and the Seattle Seahawks. One of these things she plans to have a big impact on for NSASP and the other — well sometimes being a fan will have to do! Simpson, who has been on board at NSASP for about two months was a longtime resident of rural Port Orchard outside of Bremerton, Wash. for over 40 years before she headed east. Her journey to Virginia began with a tough decision to make choosing between a job offer at Naval Station Norfolk or the role of Installation Energy Manager at NSASP. “I flew out over the fourth of July weekend and came down to get a feel for the community here at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren. It was very similar to what I was used to — a suburban rural area — close enough to the city to go see a show but far enough removed from the traffic and crime,” Simpson said. That small town appeal played a huge role in Simpson’s decision to take on the role of energy manager at NSASP. Simpson started her career in electronics at the Puget Sound Naval Ship Yard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility through an apprenticeship there in electronics. She later moved on to private industry before deciding to return to school to get a degree. She chose Social Work as a major from the University of Washington and has found that it has served her well in bridging the divide that is present sometimes when dealing with the technologically-minded. “A nice thing about having a social work degree is that while I am very technically savvy, I am also social skills savvy. Sometimes there is a gap between those two so I tend to be a person who can bridge that well,” Simpson shared. Another aspect of Simpson’s life experiences that has lent itself to a better understanding of her position as energy manager is her time spent on the school board in Port Orchard. “You learn a lot when you have to deal with ten thousand students, their parents and the community. They each have expectations which quite often are something different than the budget you have to work with,” Simpson said. “I am finding a lot of that here; our expectations don’t necessarily match our budget so that is something we have to work with.”
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Naval Support Activity South Potomac’s (NSASP) new Energy Manager Kathryn Simpson is a huge fan of energy conservation and her hometown team — the Seattle Seahawks. Simpson has recently joined the NSASP energy management team and is looking forward to seeing NSASP promote a culture of conservation. One facet that Simpson is keenly aware of both when she was a school board member, as well as now in her role as energy manager is the responsibility to the taxpayers. “As a school board member one of the things I was really ardent about was my responsibility to the tax payer dollar,” Simpson said. “That’s one of the cool aspects about this job; we have a lot of responsibility with Navy energy to that tax payer dollar. The more we can save and still do our mission effectively the better that is for the tax payer and the war fighter and so that’s something that drives out a passion in me — working with our budget here and seeing that it can make a difference.” Simpson’s passion for energy conservation and making a difference shines through her conversation about the new natural gas plant that will be online this month at NSF Indian Head. The natural gas plant will provide more efficient energy to the base without the pollution that the coal-burning plant produced. In Simpson’s eyes this equates to a win for the Navy and a win for the surrounding community. The energy savings created by the new plant is substantial and Simpson was eager to share how the plant is going to make an impact both on and off base. “When we talk about the energy savings from utilizing the new [cogeneration] plant, we are talking big numbers. The energy saved from switching to the more efficient plant can power about twenty three thousand homes.” Simpson said. “We’re basically saving the coops and the energy providers the need to build that infrastructure, so they can divert the energy and funds elsewhere. Those are the sorts of things that many don’t realize. When we work hard to save energy it reverberates throughout
the community.” Simpson has already reached out to the youngest base members to share her message of energy conservation by visiting several locations including the Dahlgren School with Brite, the Navy’s energy mascot. “We’ve had a lot of fun talking to the kids about energy and conservation and we are hoping that reverberates enough with the parents to bring that culture back to the workplace to conserve energy,” Simpson said. It was at the Dahlgren School that Simpson found a message that reverberated with her and lent voice to her goals for NSASP and energy management. “I was over at the Dahlgren School and they have this great tiger mural on the wall when you first come in, ‘Success — It’s What We Do’ and I thought what a great vision statement for our school. That’s our target. This is what we do. This is what we strive for. “I’ve kind of adopted that since I’ve been here,” Simpson continued. “Success with energy that’s what we are going to do here.” In FY2016 Simpson is pleased that there are 86 energy audits slated for facilities across NSF Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head. She believes that these audits will provide direction and intelligence on where and what can be done to save energy across the command. In her off time, Simpson enjoys kayaking and biking and appreciates the local options for those activities. She also enjoys history and is looking forward to visiting some of the historical sites the region has to offer. Her other love — the Seattle Seahawks - is evident from every corner of her cubicle, and while they are struggling this season, Simpson, like any true fan, is still a staunch supporter.
Navy League of U.S. sponsors first annual celebration of Navy Day on Oct. 27, 1922 to focus public attention on the importance of the U.S. Navy. That date was selected because it was Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday. Oct. 23, 1983 A suicide truck bomb explodes at the Marine Barracks at Beirut Airport and kills 241 Americans (220 Marines, 18 Sailors, and three Army Soldiers). Oct. 24, 1944 USS Woolsey (DD 437) and British destroyer HMS Fortune sink two German explosive boats 16 miles off Cap Ferrat, France. Woolsey and minesweeper USS Sway (AM 120) then recover the prisoners. Oct. 25, 1986 USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) is commissioned at Newport News, Va. Oct. 26, 1944 Special Task Air Group One makes last attack in month long demonstration of TDR drone missile against Japanese shipping and islands in the Pacific. Of 46 missiles fired, 29 reached their target areas. Oct. 27, 1922 Navy League of U.S. sponsors first annual celebration of Navy Day to focus public attention on the importance of the U.S. Navy. That date was selected because it was Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday. Oct. 28, 1864 Steamer General Thomas and gunboat Stone River destroy Confederate batteries on Tennessee River near Decatur, Alabama. Oct. 29, 1814 Launching of Fulton I, first American steam powered warship, at New York City. The ship was designed by Robert Fulton.
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Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren Firefighters Visit Dahlgren School during National Fire Safety Awareness Week
BASE HAPPENINGS Dahlgren
Second Tour Thrift Store The Second Tour Thrift Store is open for your backto-school shopping! The store is open Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. — 2 p.m.
“Treasures” Thrift Store Donations “Treasures” is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The store is located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. Donations of gently used items are currently being accepted.
New Barber Shop Hours The Dahlgren NEX Barber Shop has new hours! The Barber Shop is open Monday and Thursday 07301700, Tuesday and Wednesday 0800-1700 and Friday 0730-1600.
DMV2Go at NSF Dahlgren DMV2Go will be at the NSF Dahlgren Parade Field on Nov 10 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bring all necessary documents and take care of your DMV needs while saving yourself lots of time!
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Naval District Washington (NDW) Fire and Emergency Services Dahlgren Company firefighters spent the morning recently at the Dahlgren School to promote fire safety awareness during National Fire Safety Awareness Week. Through awareness activities such as practicing the “Stay Low and Go” concept to safely exit a burning structure as well as spending time with the firefighters as they gear up, familiarizing the students with what a firefighter would look like in case of an emergency, Dahlgren School students brushed up on their fire safety skills. While all of the students enjoyed exploring the equipment, fire trucks and hoses and asked questions about fire safety, the older students had the opportunity to put out a practice fire with a fire extinguisher. Although the students had a blast putting out a ‘fire’ with a fire hose, they took away valuable life skills and fire safety knowledge that will serve them for years to come.
U.S. Navy photo by Barbara Wagner
ASBP Army v Navy Blood Drive Nov 19 Armed Services Blood Program will conduct a blood drive at the NSF Dahlgren Community House on Thurs., Nov. 19 in support of the yearly Army vs. Navy Blood Drive competition. Drive will be held from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Appointments can be made by visiting www.militarydonor.com and using code NSF. Walk-ins are always welcome as well! All blood collected benefits military members and their families at home, overseas, in harm’s way and recovering from injuries. The service that collects the most units of blood during the competition will be awarded a trophy at the Army/Navy football game on Dec. 12. Give our troops the most amazing gift of all, the gift of life - give blood! To publish information on your event or program under “Base Happenings,” contact Andrew Revelos at 540653-6012 or email andrew.revelos1@navy.mil
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MWR Highlights enjoy some cake! Family friendly costumes are welcome, but not required. Cost: Military $6.95; Civilian $7.95
Dahlgren Child & Youth CDC 540-653-4994 | YAC 540-653-8009
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Dahlgren Aquatics Center 540-653-8088
Bring the kids to the pool and keep cool. If you need a birthday idea, why not rent out the pool? Inquire about pool parties with a staff member today! Open Recreation Swimming Winter Hours: Saturdays — Noon to 3 p.m. Lap Swim Winter Hours: Monday through Friday — 5 to 8 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday — 9 to 11 a.m. Closed Sundays.
Dahlgren Bingo 540-653-8785
Bingo Halloween Party
Oct. 29. $1,900 Jackpot and 57 numbers (Assuming no one wins October 22nd jackpot. If jackpot was won it will start back at $1,000 and 48 numbers). Thursday Evenings at the Community House. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early Bird games start at 5 p.m. Wear your Halloween costume and be entered to win one of our surprises! Buy 2 packs for $35.00 and get 1 double action and 1 purple card for free. Buy 3 packs for $45 and get 1 double action, 1 red and 1 purple card for free! Military, Military Spouses, Retired Military and Dependents can buy 1 regular pack for $20 and get 1 double action, 1 purple and 1 red card for free! Try your luck on Thursday! The jackpot starts at $1,000 and 48 numbers and will increase $100 and 1 number each week it is not won. Payouts for regular games start at $50. Food and beverages (non-alcoholic and adult beverages) are available for purchase. All with base access are invited. Participants playing bingo must be 18 years of age or older. A valid form of identification must be shown to purchase alcoholic beverages. For more information, please contact the ITT office at 540-653-8785.
Dahlgren Cannonball Lanes 540-653-7327
Games: Military $3, Civilian $4. Hourly Bowling: Military $20, Civilian $25 Shoe Rental: Military $1.50, Civilian $2.50. Looking to have a birthday party or after work gathering at Cannonball Lanes? Stop in or call to inquire about plans and rates for renting out the Multipurpose Room. All-U-Can Bowl Fridays
At the CDC. Eligible patrons include all children 6 weeks to 5 years of age (not in kindergarten). The CDC is offering extended hourly care scheduled for the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month and the 2nd Saturday of each month. This care is free with a respite care referral and $4/hour for all other eligible patrons. Please call the center for more information and to register. Saturday Open Recreation
Saturdays at the YAC from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. FREE program open to Military, DoD Civilians and Contractor Dependents, school ages K-12. Sponsors must fill out a yearly registration packet for their child to attend. They can pick up the packets at the Youth Activities Center. Children will have access to facility computers, music, crafts, books and more!
Dahlgren Craftech 540-653-1730
Halloween 5K
Oct. 28 at 11 a.m. Join the Dahlgren Fitness Center for a Halloween 5K road race. Register at the Dahlgren Fitness Center by Oct. 27. Cost: Military, Free. All Others, $5
Dahlgren General Library 540-653-7474
Storytime at the Library
Every Friday at 10 a.m. Short or tall, big or small, enjoy storytime and crafts for all! Join the General Library every Friday to read a story and make a craft. Cost: FREE. Trick-or-Treat with MWR
Oct. 30 from 3 to 5 p.m. Wear your favorite costume and collect candy! A map and list of participating facilities will be provided at every facility. For more information, contact the Dahlgren General Library.
Dahlgren ITT 540-653-8785
NY City Rockettes Trip
Nov. 21 at 6:30 a.m. Take a day trip to NYC to see the Christmas Rockettes show! Register by Nov. 6 to ensure you get a spot on this trip!
Dahlgren Liberty Center
Take part in Craftech’s new fall classes and add your own festive flair to your home! All classes listed below can be taken in a group or individual setting. Call Craftech to make your reservations and begin creating!
The Liberty Center and all activities are for Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1-E6 Single/ Unaccompanied Active Duty Military.
Kid’s Halloween Crafts
Wicked Woods Haunted Forest Trip
Paint your own ceramic skull and pumpkin or make your own ghost! Cost: $10 ceramic skull and pumpkin, $15 ghost, to include all materials.
Oct. 24 at 5 p.m. Join Liberty for a frightful trip to the forest! Wicked Woods is Virginia’s premier haunted Halloween attraction located in Spotsylvania. Three horrifying attractions including Murder Manor, Insanitarium Asylum and the Haunted Forest await those brave enough to overcome their fears! Register at the Liberty Center by Oct. 21.
Pumpkin Watercolor & Wax
Paint a pumpkin water color and wax technique. Cost: $75, to include all materials, frame and mat. Glass and fixings are extra. Create your own wreath for the fall and Halloween season. Cost: $60, to include all materials.
2015 Flag Football Team Standings
Indian Head Child & Youth CDC 301-744-4458
2015 Softball Team Standings
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*Reported on Oct. 19 TBD — 12-0, Brightscape — 10-0, Chiefs — 8-4, The A-Team — 4-12, Enforcers — 0-12
At the CDC. Eligible patrons include all children 6 weeks to 5 years of age (not in kindergarten). The CDC is offering extended hourly care scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month and the 3rd Saturday of each month. This care is free with a respite care referral and $4/hour for all other eligible patrons. Please call the center for more information and to register.
Halloween Bash
Halloween Dodgeball Tournament
Oct. 31 at 7 p.m. This will not be your typical Friday night at Cannonball Lanes. Celebrate Halloween with all you can bowl prices and
Oct. 27 at 4 p.m. Show your competitive side with dodgeball! Register at the Dahlgren Fitness Center by Oct. 23. Cost: $1/person
*Reported on Oct. 19 JWAC/MDA — 6-2, Ninjas- 3-2-2, Strikers 2-3-1, Guzzlers 1-6-1
For movie listings online, visit www.navymwr. org/movies and select the Dahlgren Theater.
Storytime and Crafts
Every Tuesday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Join us at the Library every Tuesday for a story and a craft! Book Swap
1st Wednesday of Every Month from 7 to 8 p.m. Join us for a book swap once a month! All adults are invited to share their favorite titles that they no longer want and hopefully leave with a new must read book! Frightful Movie Fridays
Every Friday in October from 4 to 6 p.m. Drop in for frightful PG movies just in time for Halloween! Cost: FREE Oct. 23 — The Goonies Oct. 30 — The Nightmare Before Christmas Make the right call. Never miss a game! Every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Community Recreation brings you college football games! Bring a friend and enjoy games all season long. Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. Join the boo’s and goul’s of Community Recreation for candy, games and Halloween madness! Dress in a costume for a chance to win a prize! Cost: Free
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Friday, Oct. 23 7 p.m. Everest PG-13 Saturday, Oct. 24 4 p.m. Frankenweenie FREE ADMISSION PG Saturday, Oct. 24 7 p.m. The Intern PG-13 Friday, Oct. 30 7 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2 — 3D PG Saturday, Oct. 31 4 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2 PG
Halloween Ghoulish Gathering
Dahlgren Fitness Center
Every Friday from 7 p.m. to midnight. Enjoy two hours of all you can bowl! Rates for all you can bowl are: Military $6.95/person & Civilian $7.95/person. Both rates include shoe rental.
540-653-7336
Price of Shows Civilian: $5. Active Duty, Retired & Reserve Mil E7 & above & their family members with ID: $4 E1-E6 & below & their family members with ID: $2.50. Children (6-11): $2 Children (5 and under): FREE. Movies shown in 3D will cost an additional $1 to ticket price.
540-653-7277
Fall/Halloween Wreath
*Reported on Oct. 19 Super HEROs In Training — 4-0, Flying Squirrels -4-0, Team Forman — 2-3, BHB — 2-3, YouGotstaWauntIt — 0-4
Dahlgren Movie Theater
Indian Head Community Recreation Center 301-744-4850 or 301-744-4648
Door Decorating Contest
Oct. 29 Judging begins at noon. Create scary, funny or spooky decorations for MWR Office and Housing doors and win a prize! To register contact Corey McCabe at 301-744-6549 or corey.mccabe@navy.mil.
Indian Head Liberty Center 301-744-4524
The Liberty Center and all activities are for Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1-E6 Single/ Unaccompanied Active Duty Military. Kings Dominion Halloween Haunt
Oct. 24 at 12 p.m. Enjoy blood curdling horror and nightmarish madness of Halloween Haunt at Kings Dominion. Register at the Liberty Center by Oct. 18. Cost: $18
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Local Feds Feed Families Campaign Donations Top 2,500 Pounds By Barbara Wagner This year’s Feds Feed Families campaign on Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) was a wonderful success thanks to the generosity of the NSASP community through donations at the commissary, at the workplace as well as through donations at the chapel. Over 2,500 pounds of non-perishable food were donated overall at NSASP and of that; the Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) donated 264 pounds. These donations will stock the food pantry for NSASP for months to come. With the windfall of donations comes a different sort of problem. Unpacking and sorting the food to make sure the donations are utilized in a timely manner means that the donations must be sorted by expiration date which can be time consuming work. Thanks to volunteers like the Couch family who stopped by for a few hours to help unpack and sort the donations, the job becomes
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Renta explained her STEM + arts = STEAM formula for the audience. “I’m a very strong advocate of STEM and a very strong advocate of arts,” said the meteorologist. “STEM gives you critical thinking, problem solving, persistence, collaboration, and curiosity. Arts give you social development and the creativity you need for problem solving, academic performance and critical thinking. The arts also give you intellectual development for your curiosity and out of the box thinking for the problem solving part of STEM. They are not mutually exclusive — they actually go together. And when they go together, you get magic.” Renta applies this STEAM magic at outreach events from San Juan, Puerto Rico, to Fredericksburg, Va., where she teaches students about the “wonders of weather” and keeping their homes safe during hurricanes. “You can be passionate about science and the arts without sacrificing either one,” said Mercado. “Many of us think that it’s too risky to follow our dreams, but Isha opened our eyes to other possibilities. It takes magic to achieve everything she has done so early in her career. But as Isha said, it is
a little less daunting. Justin Couch Jr. along with his parents Justin and Yoshimi donated hours not only to provide volunteer hours for young Justin for the National Honor Society but as a way for the whole family to help the local community. The opportunity to volunteer with the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren Food Bank is available year round as donations come in throughout the year. If you would like to provide assistance to help with the food pantry or other programs available through the chapel contact Religious Program Specialist (RP) 2 Harrelson at 653-8297 or visit the Chapel Annex to sign up to assist in this worthwhile program. “This really helps us out so much to have the community volunteer even just an hour or two to help us keep the pantry up to date with donations,” Harrelson said. “This time of year especially we are very busy with the upcoming holiday season.” A very grateful Bravo Zulu to all who donated to make this food drive a success!
the combination of STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) and the arts which creates that magic — also known as STEAM. Those final remarks were very welcomed by the audience. In my opinion they were the perfect ending to summarize how the passion and dedication of Hispanics have come to ignite our nation’s diversity.” Hispanic Heritage Month first started in 1968 as National Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon B. Johnson, and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. The date of Sept. 15 is significant because it is the Independence Day for five Latin American countries: Costa Rica; El Salvador; Guatemala; Honduras; and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days Sept. 16 and Sept. 18 respectively. Today nearly 70,000 Sailors and civilians of Hispanic heritage are serving in the Navy, making up approximately 11 percent of the Navy’s active, Reserve and civilian forces. Link to Semilla Cultural Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/semillacultural. Semilla Cultural’s Kennedy Center performance can be viewed via this link: http://www.kennedy-center.org/explorer/
U.S. Navy Photo by Barbara Wagner
Justin Couch and his parents Justin and Yoshimi Couch spent time recently volunteering to stock the shelves as Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) Food Bank at the Chapel Annex. If you would like to provide assistance to help with the food pantry or other programs available through the chapel contact Religious Program Specialist (RP) 1 Greyson Harrelson at 653-8297 or visit the Chapel Annex to sign up to assist in this worthwhile program.
U.S. Navy photo by George Smith
Rodolfo Bernal, a Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) scientist, sings a salsa and rap medley at the NSWCDD 2015 Hispanic Heritage Observance. Bernal’s mixed the medley in tribute to some of the great salseros throughout history, using song titles and references within the verses. videos/?id=M6491. NSWCDD, a Naval Sea Systems Command warfare center division, is a premier research and development center that serves as a specialty site for weapon system integration. The command’s unique ability to rapidly introduce new technology into complex warfighting systems is based on its longstanding competencies in science and technology, research and development, and test and evaluation.
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Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Chief of Staff Meredith Bondurant presents Isha Renta, a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration meteorologist, with a plaque in appreciation of her support to the NSWCDD 2015 Hispanic Heritage Month Observance. As the event’s guest speaker, Renta spoke about her dream to become a meteorologist and her science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) outreach to students that includes the arts. Renta — who founded the Semilla Cultural (Cultural Seed) non-profit organization — sang and danced to Bomba music with NSWCDD scientists and engineers who volunteer with Semilla Cultural.
BOMBA Bomba is the most evident expression of diverse West African musical influences in Puerto Rico. It originated in Puerto Rico in the context of coastal sugar cane plantation life when in the 1700’s, slaves gathered for social occasions. Land owners mixed African slaves of different cultures and languages to prevent them from communicating. Thus, music was a way of communicating through rhythms and body language common to the cultures. Bomba music also served as a social diversion after hours of difficult work. Throughout the years, Bomba continued to be performed in the fields and in neighborhoods evolving into many styles and forms according to the region. The principal interpreters and participants in the Bomba genre have always been the poor populations of African ancestry. Bomba continued to develop primar-
ily in coastal towns such as Loíza Aldea, Santurce, Ponce, Guayama, Arroyo, Mayagüez, and Cataño. Bomba is percussion, singing, and dancing. It is a rhythmic music that includes only percussion instruments: • Rum barrel shaped drums (barriles) covered with tightly stretched goatskins. One drum, the “Buleador”, maintains the main beat and another drum, called ”Primo”, produces the improvised sound. Many Buleador drums can play at the same time to maintain the basic rhythm but only one Primo can produce the improvised sounds. • A pair of sticks called Cuá that are played on the side of a barrel. • A pair of maracas played by the female lead singer, the “Cantaora”, who keeps time throughout the whole song.
Bomba dancing is a dialogue between the Primo drummer and the dancer where the dancer dictates the rhythm of the percussion and the drummer follows the dancers’ body and skirt movements. The Primo drummer improvises as the dancer challenges the drummer to follow the dancer’s improvised movements-the “Piquetes”. Both, men and women, dance in all traditions from different regions. However, in the Southern tradition, the woman dances for her partner first, which gives a setting for a flirtatious engagement before the man and the woman begin improvising. In Bomba singing, the chorus sings repetitive verses while the lead singer relates the main events of the story. In the Southern tradition, the women sing and the men play the “barriles” while sitting on the sides of the “barril” and in the North-
ern tradition the men sing and play the “barriles” as these stand upright. Many rhythms of bomba exist and some have been lost. Some common rhythms of Santurce are the Sicá, Yubá, Cuembé and Holandé. Common rhythms of the South are Guembé, Leró, Cunyá, Belén, and Holandé. Common rhythms of Mayagüez are Sicá, Yubá, Guembé and Holandé. Common rhythms of Loíza Aldea are Corvé and Seis Corrido. Presently, Bomba dancing, singing, and drumming remain very much alive in Puerto Rico and the United States. Puerto Ricans continue to perform it on stage as a form of cultural expression and during social occasions including festivals, street parties, clubs, private homes, as well as in other occasions.
Friday, October 23, 2015
Community Notes Dahlgren Community Pumpkin Hunt Great Pumpkin Race — Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. at Barnesfield Park. Race starts at 6:30 p.m. sharp! All ages. Bring your flashlight. You must pre-register NLT Oct 22nd. Have fun looking for the “Great Pumpkin” and numerous smaller pumpkins or prize pumpkins for prizes. At least 25 prizes of $15-$25 value. Grand Prize $100 gift card for the “Great Pumpkin”. Sponsored by NSWC Federal Credit Union. Fun for everyone!!! Participation is Free. Dahlgren Museum German Christmas Market Dahlgren Museum will hold its second annual German Christmas Market fundraiser on Sat., Nov. 14 from 3-7 p.m. on museum grounds at 3540 James Madison Pkwy., King George. All parking, including handicapped parking, will be at Barnesfield Park, 3360 Barnesfield Rd., King George. Shuttles to the venue will be provided for handicapped patrons and all others are asked to take the Christmas trail through the woods to the venue. Entertainment for the event will open with local favorite Sarah Snow on the main stage. DJ Cathy Lynn will also be
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on hand to create holiday excitement. Enjoy a craft fair, silent auction and kids’ silent auction, children’s activities and cookie decorating, Santa Land with photos available with Santa from 4-6 p.m., food vendors including Bavarian Chef, Hollabac’s BBQ and Normandie Cuisine, German beer and wine, a Christmas tree decorating contest, bonfire and more. All proceeds benefit the Dahlgren Heritage Museum. For more info, call (540) 846-3382.
King George County Halloween Fun Fest Oct 29 from 6 -8 p.m. For children 12 and under, wear your costume and join the county for some Halloween fun! There will be a flashlight egg hunt and fun for the kids. Cost: $5 per child. An adult must accompany children. For more information contact King George Parks and Recreation at 540775-4386. Caledon from Beyond the Grave Oct. 24 at 7-8 p.m. at the Caledon State Park Visitors Center. Join us for a unique living history experience, as we hear from a member of the Alexander Family, who has been at Caledon since 1659. He will tell his tale from a ghostly perspective.
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Pedal to the Pond Oct. 31 from 10-11 a.m. at the Caledon State Park Visitors Center. Bring your bike and take a Naturalist Ride, as we head to Jones Pond, and learn about some local plant and wildlife along the way. Family Fun Day Nov. 7 at the Citizens Center Petting Zoo, Crafts, Games, Shred-It and more! Sponsored by NARFE Premier Federal Credit Union. Details at Citizens Center located at 8076 Kings Highway, or call 7754386 or visit www.kinggeorge.recdesk.com.
Indian Head Charles County Fall Fest Held Oct. 24 Noon — 4 p.m. at the Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf. Local artisans and crafters, fun and food. Visit the Trick or Treat Trail and Family Fun Zone; hear live music from the Sara Gray Band and entertainment by the Balloon Nerd. Free admission. Rain or shine. For more information call 1-800-766-3386. Not Your Ordinary Pumpkin Carving Oct. 26 and 28 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Mattawoman Community Center on Oct. 26 and at Wade Community Center on Oct. 28. Let your child discover their creative side at this fun pumpkin
carving.All supplies and pumpkins included. This carving is for children 10 years old and over. The fee is $10 for residents and $12 for non-residents.
Happy Howl-o-ween and Happy Meow-o-ween Party On Oct. 31 10 a.m. to 3 p.m come out to the Tri-County Animal Shelter and party with the shelter animals! Enjoy light refreshments, treat bags, and a bake sale. All donations benefit the shelter animals. In celebration of the day, all adoption fees will be reduced. Wear your costume to receive a larger adoption fee reduction. Contact Phone: 301-932-1713 or 800-903-1992. Maryland High School Rodeo & Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 31, (Fall Festival 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Rodeo Starts at 1 p.m.) and Sunday, Nov. 1, (Rodeo Starts at 11 a.m.), at Oakridge Park, 13675 Oaks Road, Hughesville, MD. Rustle up the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled weekend. Saturday’s events include the Maryland High School Rodeo, and a Fall Festival. In addition to the amazing rodeo, there will be vendors, crafters, kids’ games, pony rides, a face painter, and more! The rodeo is open to children ages 5 through 12th grade. For additional information or to sign up, call (240) 298-3518, or visit www.mdhsra.org. Visit the Facebook page at: www. Facebook.com/mdhsra for more information. Free Admission and $5 for Parking.
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