October 9, 2015
South Potomac Pilot NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY
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Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) employees honored at the command’s 18th academic awards ceremony are pictured with NSWCDD Technical Director Dennis McLaughlin (left) and NSWCDD Commander Capt. Brian Durant (right). McLaughlin and Durant commended the graduates for successfully taking on the challenges of balancing work and family responsibilities with academics to obtain certifications or degrees. By John Joyce clap echoed throughout the Univer- for achieving academic milestones certificate in recognition of completNSWC Dahlgren Division Corporate Communications sity of Mary Washington Dahlgren from bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral ing the same degree – a master’s in Navy engineers Janette Calo and Mike McDonald celebrated their graduate degrees with a spontaneous high-five while passing each other at an award event Sept. 21. The married couple’s resounding
Campus auditorium. It sparked applause among family, friends, and co-workers at the 19th consecutive Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Academic Recognition Ceremony where 94 awardees were recognized
degrees to professional certifications. Janette just received her award certificate from NSWCDD Commanding Officer Capt. Brian Durant and NSWCDD Technical Director Dennis McLaughlin. Mike was on the way to receive his
systems engineering from Old Dominion University. “It was great taking all of my classes with my wife,” said Mike, an engineer
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Hear the Beep Where You Sleep By Barbara Wagner Staff Writer While you may have heard the lighthearted old song about Mrs. O’Leary’s cow and the great Chicago fire of 1871, you may not know the extent of the damage that the catastrophic blaze caused. The fire began on Oct. 8, but did most of its damage on Oct. 9, 1871, killing more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. In the news today forest fires are raging across much of the west and many can be attributed to simple things such as a carelessly tossed cigarette. Simple things can cause — or prevent a blaze from causing massive destruction and loss of life. The National Fire Protection Association reminds us that the week of
Oct. 4-9 is designated as National Fire Prevention Week. The theme this year is, “Hear the Beep Where You Sleep. Every Bedroom Needs a Working Smoke Alarm!” “In addition to ensuring that your smoke alarm is functioning properly, change the batteries twice a year (when you change your clocks for Daylight Savings Time (DST), change your batteries) and make sure you can “Hear the Beep Where You Sleep”, a fire alarm is essential in all bedrooms,” Fire Inspector Josh Carlson advised. Fire prevention is more than ensuring you have smoke alarms however, there are other steps that you and your family can take to not only prevent house fires but be safe in the advent of a fire. “There are many little steps you can take to be fire prevention smart and safe. For instance, making sure that
flammable material like bedding, clothes or curtains are at least three feet away from any portable heaters or lit candles and being sure that electrical items like appliances or electric blankets don’t have frayed power cords are important steps in preventing house fires,” Carlson said. While prevention is paramount when concerned with fire hazards, planning
for an emergency is also important in ensuring everyone stays safe. Make sure that you have an escape plan ahead of time and that all members of the household understand what to do in case of fire. It may be necessary to purchase portable ladders to escape from second and third stories and to practice how to utilize them. By ensuring that your smoke alarms are in good working condition and making a few simple adjustments, along with having a plan in case of emergency, you can ensure that you and yours are prepared in case of a fire emergency. Carlson reminds the Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) family, “Fire safety never takes a holiday, small steps year round are essential in preventing fires and making sure you and your family stay safe.”
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U.S. Navy photo by Tammy Indseth
U.S. Navy photo by Tammy Indseth
Drew Mohle receives his certificate of achievement from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Technical Director Dennis McLaughlin and NSWCDD Commanding Officer Capt. Brian Durant at the annual command academic awards ceremony, Sept. 21. The NSWCDD engineer – and his wife, Abby – were recognized for completing a master’s degree in systems engineering and commended for commitment to their personal and professional development. “As husband and wife, Abby and I push each other to achieve our goals,” said Drew. “Working full time while pursuing an additional degree is difficult, but having your spouse alongside to support and encourage you the entire way, makes it much easier. We are proud to be recognized for this achievement and we’re excited to take what we have learned and apply it to our jobs.”
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who supports Marine Corps technical programs. “She helped me in some of the course work and I helped her as well. We struggled together as a team and enjoyed the curricula, but we’re definitely excited about moving on to the next challenge.” The engineers anticipate applying their new systems engineering expertise in Navy and joint technical programs. Mike and Janette joined 18 NSWCDD employees who were also recognized for completing a graduate degree in systems engineering at universities from the Naval Postgraduate School and Old Dominion University to George Mason University and Virginia Tech. The packed house experienced a dramatic déjà vu moment as another married couple – Abby and Drew Mohle – were honored for completing their master’s degrees in systems engineering. “As husband and wife, Abby and I push each other to achieve our goals,” said Drew. “Working full time while pursuing an additional degree is difficult, but having your spouse alongside to support and encourage you the entire way, makes it much easier. We are proud to be recognized for this achievement and we’re excited to take what we have learned and apply it to our jobs.” “We both take great pride in all that we do, so being able to accomplish this endeavor together and be recognized together is a great privilege,” said Abby, an NSWCDD engineer who supports the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense MK 41 Vertical Launching System project. “Drew and I are very grateful that we were able to pursue this opportunity – and to pursue it together.” The majority of graduates earned degrees in core engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, computer and sys-
tems engineering. This year’s awardees also earned degrees in cybersecurity, national security and strategic studies, acquisition management, engineering management, optical science, computer science, applied physics, applied and computational mathematics, information assurance, cost estimating and analysis, public health, human services, aerospace engineering, advanced safety engineering and management, and business administration. McLaughlin and Durant commended the graduates for successfully taking on the challenges of balancing work and family responsibilities with academics to obtain certifications or degrees. “We’re so proud of our employees’ accomplishments,” said McLaughlin in his opening remarks. “Academic certifications have made them better equipped to meet the scientific, engineering, operational, and management challenges ahead.” NSWCDD is committed to developing the best and brightest workforce by providing opportunities for professional growth. Effectively managing and nurturing employees, not only benefits the individual, but also maximizes the command’s contribution to the mission. “Maintaining the highest skilled workforce is critical to our organization, and we recognize the benefits of partnering with our employees to invest in their education as we meet the ever increasing demands of our mission,” said McLaughlin. “To achieve this, we have developed a strong academic program to support the development of our workforce.” Moreover, McLaughlin and Durant recognized graduates’ families who shared in the sacrifice. “I applaud you and your families for all the work you have done to get your degrees and certificates,” Durant told awardees. “It would be near impossible, if not impossible, for the graduates to finish their degrees without the support from family and friends. Thank you, we all know it’s a team effort.”
Abby Mohle receives her certificate of achievement from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Technical Director Dennis McLaughlin and NSWCDD Commanding Officer Capt. Brian Durant at the annual command academic awards ceremony, Sept. 21. The NSWCDD engineer – and her husband, Drew – were recognized for completing a master’s degree in systems engineering and commended for commitment to their personal and professional development. “We both take great pride in all that we do, so being able to accomplish this endeavor together and be recognized together is a great privilege,” said Abby, who supports the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense MK 41 Vertical Launching System project. “Drew and I are very grateful that we were able to pursue this opportunity – and to pursue it together.”
U.S. Navy photo by Tammy Indseth
Mike McDonald receives his certificate of achievement from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Technical Director Dennis McLaughlin and NSWCDD Commanding Officer Capt. Brian Durant at the annual command academic awards ceremony, Sept. 21. The NSWCDD engineer – and his wife, Janette Calo – were recognized for completing a master’s degree in systems engineering and commended for commitment to their personal and professional development. “It was great taking all of my classes with my wife,” said Mike, who supports Marine Corps technical programs. “She helped me in some of the course work and I helped her as well. We struggled together as a team and enjoyed the curricula, but we’re definitely excited about moving on to the next challenge.”
U.S. Navy photo by Tammy Indseth
Janette Calo receives her certificate of achievement from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Technical Director Dennis McLaughlin and NSWCDD Commanding Officer Capt. Brian Durant at the annual command academic awards ceremony, Sept. 21. The NSWCDD engineer – and her husband, Mike McDonald – were recognized for completing a master’s degree in systems engineering and commended for commitment to their personal and professional development.
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Cybersecurity – Everyone’s World Wide Worry By Barbara Wagner Staff Writer In a world that is more connected than at any other time in history, it is important to remember that even though your computer may be at home; if it is connected to the internet it is a doorway to the rest of the world. The Internet infiltrates almost every aspect of our daily lives, whether we realize it or not. Not only do we utilize the internet to connect with friends and family, but many of us use the internet to pay bills and connect with our banking facilities. Although we often aren’t aware of it, even our healthcare information, utilities and even emergency response are connected through the internet. All of this connectivity comes at a cost. As the cyberattacks that were announced by the Office of Personnel Management in June shows, these attacks can affect millions of users’ personal data and information. With the increased level of connectivity, a corresponding increase in our risk of cyber-attacks, fraud and online abuse takes place. According to the Breach Level index — an organization that tracks publicly disclosed data breaches-in 2014 alone more than 2.8 million records were stolen or lost every day. With that in mind, perhaps it is time for everyone to take a moment to “Stop, Think, and Connect” with National Cyber Security Awareness Month. October 2015 marks five years of the “Stop. Think. Connect.” nationwide campaign that encourages everyone to take an active role in preventing online abuse. The “Stop. Think. Connect.” campaign provides suggestions that everyone can follow to stay safer and more secure online. Those steps are: STOP: make sure security measures are in place. THINK: about the consequences of your actions and behaviors online. CONNECT: and enjoy the Internet. The purpose of the campaign is aimed at increasing the understanding of cyber threats and empowering the American public to be safer and more secure online. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility and if we all take simple steps to be safer online, it makes using the Internet a more secure experience for everyone. There are a few easy steps that everyone can take that will protect their data, but it’s important that we regularly ensuring that we are utilizing safe surfing practices. Safe Surfing Tips: • Set strong passwords, change them regularly and don’t share them with anyone. • Use privacy settings and limit the amount of personal information you post online. • Be cautious about offers online-if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is • When not in use, disconnect your device (computer, gaming system, tablet, etc.) from the Internet. By removing the Internet connection, you prevent an attacker or virus from being able to access your computer and perform tasks such as locating personal data, manipulating or deleting files or using your device to attack others.
• If you have anti-virus software installed on your device, update the virus definitions and perform a manual scan of your entire system. Install all of the appropriate patches to fix known vulnerabilities. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) also has several tips to keep you safe online and on your computer while you shop or utilize the internet to bank or pay bills. • If you feel you might be at risk, immediately stop shopping, banking, or entering passwords online and take your computer offline. If your computer has been infected with malware, a virus, or a key logger, there’s a chance your passwords could be stolen when you type them in. • Update your security software (requires online connection) or install a new one. Make sure to watch out for the ones that pose as legitimate security software but instead end up installing malware on your computer. If you’re not sure which one to buy or download, read online reviews by using your phone or an uninfected computer. • Get back online with your new or updated security software and scan your computer. If it finds any malware, virus, Trojan, etc., it’ll flag them for you. Then, immediately remove them and restart your computer. • Get tech support if you’re still having problems. Contact your computer’s manufacturer or a computer technician. Be aware that sometimes unscrupulous people posing as a computer manufacturer tech support personnel will call your home in an attempt to defraud you while pretending to assist with troubleshooting your computer issues. Computer companies will not call you if you are having an issue with your machine. You should contact the manufacturer yourself. • Create new passwords once your computer is back to normal. The FTC recommends using passwords with uppercase and lowercase letters, as well as numbers and symbols. Changing your passwords frequently will also assist in keeping you safe online. • Keep your browser and operating system up to date. Although it can sometimes be annoying to have your computer restart itself in order to install an update, it’s important to have the latest security patches. Remember too, that your cell phone is
like a mini computer with an operating system that can also be compromised. While we usually only think of our computers as being vulnerable to attack, smartphones utilize operating systems that can also be hacked so it is important to take precautionary steps with our cell phones as well. There are a few tips from staysafeonline.org to help you keep your cell phone safe as well. .Just as with your computer systems, it is important to keep the software up to date on your cell phone. Be sure to back up your information then install new software updates. • While an app might seem cool or useful, be wary of downloading apps from vendors that are unknowns. Double-check before you download to be sure you aren’t downloading a virus, tracking information or other unscrupulous programs. • Make sure that you have disabled the geotagging feature on your phone. Geotagging provides geographical information to pictures and posts allowing anyone with the know-how to track you as well as your children to their favorite parks, schools or even your home. A quick internet search will provide you with the information you need to disable geotagging on your particular cell phone. • Free Wi-Fi hotspots might seem tempting but be sure that you limit any business transactions or any form of communication that could cause problems if intercepted over a public Wi-Fi connection. In today’s fast paced connected world, cybersecurity is the protection mechanism that maximizes our ability to grow commerce, facilitate communications, engage our community and access content in a world that is both infinitely connected and yet, grows smaller with each new advance. The Internet is a shared resource and securing it is everyone’s responsibility. Just as no one entity is solely responsible for creating the internet, securing the internet is not any one organization or entities responsibility. We must all do our part right down to securing the devices and networks we use. By implementing stronger security practices and ensuring everyone is properly trained in cybersecurity, we will create a more resilient and safe digital society for all to learn, shop, work and play!
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This Week in Navy History
Photo courtesy of Navy History and Heritage Command
Rear Admiral George L. Russell, USN, (Judge Advocate General of the Navy) Swears in the first six women in the Regular Navy while the Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan, far left, looks on. Captain Joy B. Hancock, Director of the Women’s Reserve, is next to RADM Russell, July 7, 1948. The first six enlisted women are: Front row: (left to right) Chief Yeoman Wilma J. Marchal, USN; Yeoman Second Class Edna E. Young, USN; Hospital Corpsman First Class Ruth Flora, USN. Second row: (left to right) Aviation Storekeeper First Class Kay L. Langen, USN; (hidden behind the front row): Storekeeper Second Class Frances T. Devaney, USN; and Teleman Doris R. Robertson, USN. Oct. 9, 1873 LT Charles Belknap calls a meeting at the Naval Academy to establish the U.S. Naval Institute for the purpose of disseminating scientific and professional knowledge throughout the Navy.
Oct. 10, 1845 Naval School, later the Naval Academy, opens in Annapolis, Maryland with 50 midshipmen and seven faculty.
Oct. 11, 1963 Navy medical team from Norfolk, VA begins massive inoculation program to safeguard against outbreak of typhoid in the wake of Hurricane Flora.
Oct. 12, 2000 Terrorists in a boat make suicide attack on USS Cole (DDG67) while the ship refuels in the port of Aden, Yemen. Seventeen Sailors are killed.
Oct. 13, 1775 Birthday of U.S. Navy. The Continental Congress establishes Continental Navy, later the U.S. Navy
Oct. 14, 1918 Naval Aviators of Marine Day Squadron 9 make first raid-inforce for the Northern Bombing Group in World War I when they bombed German railroad at Thielt Rivy, Belgium.
Oct. 15, 1948 First women officers on active duty sworn in as commissioned officers in regular Navy under Women’s Service Integration Act of June 1948 by Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan
Oct. 16, 1943 Navy accepts its first helicopter, a Sikorsky YR-4B (HNS-1) at Bridgeport, Connecticut.
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BASE HAPPENINGS Dahlgren
“Purple” Assistance – Fleet and Family Service Center Providing Support for All By Barbara Wagner Staff Writer
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.
Dahlgren Commissary Closed Oct 10 The Dahlgren Commissary will be closed on Saturday, Oct. 10 and will be open Monday, Oct. 5 from 9a.m. — 6 p.m.
Dahlgren School Child Find Screening Dahlgren School will hold their fall Child Find screening on Oct 22 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for children aged 3-5 years of age who live on base. Appointments can be made by calling 653-8822. Walk-ins are welcome.
Indian Head “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. To publish information on your event or program under “Base Happenings,” contact Andrew Revelos at 540-6536012 or email andrew.revelos1@navy.mil
Indian Head Hosts RAB Meeting Naval Support Facility Indian Head (NSF IH) will hold a meeting of the Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) on Thursday, Oct. 22 from 6 — 8 p.m. The meeting, which is open to the public, will be held at the Indian Head Senior Center, which is located behind the Village Green Pavilion off of Route 210 near the NSF IH main gate. The address for the Center is 100 Cornwallis Square, Indian Head, MD 20640. The RAB was established in October 1994 and consists of community members and officials from various federal, state, and local government agencies. The purpose of the RAB is to facilitate the exchange of information between the Navy, federal and state regulators, and the community of Indian Head with respect to cleanup, or restoration, activities at NSFIH. The meeting will provide the community of Indian Head with information about restoration activities and provide an opportunity for residents to offer comments and ask questions on restoration actions and proposed actions. The agenda for the meeting will include updates on current Environmental Restoration, Navy sites. To obtain additional information, please call the Naval Support Activity South Potomac Public Affairs Officer at (866) 359-5540.
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Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) is a standard on almost every U.S. Navy facility worldwide, and Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) is no different. Many however think of FFSC as merely a place to get assistance when transferring into or out of a command. That is only the tip of the iceberg; FFS offers support at most any stage in the life of the service member as well as their dependents. One of the programs that are offered through the FFSC is counseling services. For NSASP those services are provided by Judy Bernacki, the Clinical Advocacy Supervisor and Family Advocacy Representative for both Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head. Bernacki has been onboard at NSF Dahlgren since July of 2014 and comes to the area following ten year tour as a clinician at Fleet and Family Services Center in Newport News. As a licensed clinical social worker, Bernacki has a great deal of experience in a military setting as an advocate and brings that experience to bear as the Family Advocacy Representative. As a naval reserve Commander with 23 years of experience, Bernacki has served in Iraq and is able to relate to those service members who have experienced a combat zone tour. These life experiences serve Bernacki well as she in turn serves the NSASP population. While Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) might be their biggest customer, Bernacki is quick to point out that FFSC and she are at the ready to serve the whole of the command. “We’re not just navy, we’re “purple”. Bernacki said. “We are here to serve all of the branches of the military. For instance, the closest facility for the U.S. Marine Chemical Biological Incidence Response Team (CBIRF) is Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall (JBMHH) in Arlington. For traditional counseling services such as family or marriage counseling not related to domestic violence, we are here to provide those services.” [Domestic violence situations are handled by the service branch
chain of command. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Bernacki will be providing training for ATRC and several other commands this month about domestic violence awareness.] Bernacki was equally as quick to point out that for any personnel on the base — service member, dependent, civilian or contractor — FFSC is here to provide service in instances of emergency. “If it’s not an emergency situation, we might not be able to see them that day but we won’t turn folks away. We’ll never turn anyone way, “Bernacki said. “ Even if I can’t service someone, we will do a ‘warm hand-off’ to the appropriate provider.” Part of Bernacki’ s role at FFSC is to ensure that the mental health needs of NSASP are covered, and sometimes that means assisting civilians or contractors in locating a provider that works with their insurance coverage. Sometimes that can be providing ‘emotional triage’ until the appropriate providers are located. One channel that Bernacki has to reach out to on the civilian side is the Department of the Navy Civilian Employee Assistance Program (DON CEAP). DONCEAP is the Department of the Navy’s partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services Federal Occupational Health (FOH) to provide a centralized location for work and life programs for employees and their families. Among the many aspects of services that DONCEAP provides is access to licensed counselors who provide in-person, short-term counseling for a wide range of concerns to include relationships, legal, financial, family, substance abuse, depression, parenting, and more. Civilians may reach out directly to the DONCEAP program, which is available 24/7 online at DONCEAP.foh.hhs.gov or by phone through a professionally staffed call center at 1-844-DONCEAP. To visit the Federal Occupational Health (FOH) resources website for self service, civilians can visit www.FOH4You.com. “For contractors, outside of an emergency, we generally assist them in utilizing their health insurance to find care. We always want to confirm with their health insurance because a lot of times they have a provider list and we don’t
want anyone to have to pay out of pocket if it’s not necessary,” Bernacki said. “We will try to help and assist in any way possible. Even if you’re not eligible we still encourage folks to come by we will do our best to get your where you need to be to get assistance.” A sort of unspoken motto -” If we can’t help you here, we’ll get you where you need to be, “is the call to arms at the FFSC. Bernacki and the rest of the staff at your NSASP FFSC have the knowledge and experience to assist anyone who comes through their doors to find answers over a vast array of topics. Come out to hear Bernacki present a domestic violence awareness presentation at the ATRC on Friday Oct. 9 at and other commands throughout NSASP throughout the month of October. Domestic Violence Awareness Month reminds us to not only be aware of signs to watch for, but to recommit to the Relationship Core Values: Honor to act with distinction and pledge to treat others with dignity and having admiration for your intimate partner Courage to address hardship and conflict with valor Commitment to a healthy relationship and prevention of domestic violence Respect for another’s thoughts, emotions and beliefs Trust in yourself and your partner to make good decisions that benefit the relationship Honest Communication with each other by sharing opinions and ideas even when you realize your partner may not agree Mutual Responsibility for the relationship’s goals Integrity when trying to solve tough issues in a respectful manner by being kind, honest and understanding Selflessness to support your partner in their daily struggles and in fulfilling their dreams Empathy to bridge the divide between different individuals with diverse backgrounds, feelings and perspectives
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MWR Happennings quire about plans and rates for renting out the Multipurpose Room.
ing 2-0, Flying Squirrels 1-0, Team Forman 1-1, YouGotstaWauntIt 0-1, BHB 0-2
All-U-Can Bowl Fridays
Softball Team Standings
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.
*Reported on Oct. 5 TBD 6-0, Brightspace Investment 2-0, Chiefs 2-2, Enforcers 0-2, The A-Team 0-6
Soccer Team Standings Scotch Doubles
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: Saturday 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.
Aquapalooza Oct. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon Join the Aquatics Center in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month by taking part in the following aqua aerobics classes: Shallow Water Workout and Boot Camp Deep Water Workout. Register the day of the event at the Aquatics Center. Cost: FREE
Family Float Night Oct. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. It’s been a long week, come relax at the pool! Inflatables will be allowed so bring your favorite inflatable and float. If no one is present by 6 p.m. the pool will continue to close for the evening. Cost: Regular Admission
Dahlgren Bingo 540-653-8785
Bingo $1,700 Jackpot and 55 numbers (Assuming no one wins Oct. 8th 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. Buy 2 packs for $35.00 and get 1 double action and 1 purple card for free. Buy 3 packs for $45.00 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 $20.00 and get 1 double action, 1 purple and 1 red card for free! Try your luck on Thursday! The jackpot now 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 $3.00, Civilian $4.00. Hourly Bowling: Military $20.00, Civilian $25.00 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 in-
Oct. 17, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Teams of two will bowl three games and the top three teams will be awarded trophies. Cost: $10.00 per team
Dahlgren Child & Youth CDC 540-653-4994 YAC 540-653-8009
Give Parents a Break At the Child Development Center 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.
*Reported on Oct. 5 Ninjas 2-0-1, JWAC/ MDA 2-1, Guzzlers 1-3, Strikers 0-2-1
Dahlgren Craftech 540-653-1730 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!
Oct. 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. Help us recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month by taking part in our two hour Zumbathon! Certified Zumba instructors will lead the class. Don’t forget to wear pink and show your support! Register at the Dahlgren Fitness Center by Oct. 21. Cost: FREE
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.
Oct. 13, from 3:45 to 5 p.m. Curl up with a furry friend and read them a story! The General Library will hold Paws for Reading the second Tuesday of every month and give young readers the opportunity to read to their four legged companion. Reading to a pet can help build confidence in young readers. Please register by Oct. 10, to schedule your 15 minute session. 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
Pumpkin Watercolor & Wax Paint a pumpkin water color and wax technique. Cost: $75.00, to include all materials, frame and mat. Glass and fixings are extra.
Fall/Halloween Wreath Create your own wreath for the fall and Halloween season. Cost: $60.00, to include all materials.
Dahlgren Fitness Center 540-653-8580
Fitness Center hours will be extended beginning Oct. 1! The Dahlgren Fitness Center will expand hours of operation to better meet your fitness needs. Beginning Oct. 1, hours will be: Monday — Friday: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. / Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. / Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Flag Football Team Standings *Reported on Oct. 5 Super HERO’s In Train-
Friday, Oct. 9 7 p.m. No Escape R Saturday, Oct. 10 *CLOSED Friday, Oct. 16 7 p.m. The Visit PG-13 Saturday, Oct. 17 4 p.m. The Maze Runner FREE ADMISSION PG-13 Saturday, Oct. 17 7 p.m. Maze Runner: Scorch Trials PG-13 For movie listings online, visit www.navymwr. org/movies and select the Dahlgren Theater.
pumpkin patch and much more! Cost: FREE
NY City Rockettes Trip Paws for Reading
Kid’s Halloween Crafts Paint your own ceramic skull and pumpkin or make your own ghost! Cost: $10.00 ceramic skull and pumpkin, $15.00 ghost, to include all materials.
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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.
4th Annual Zumbathon
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!
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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 540-653-7277 The Liberty Center and all activities are for Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1-E6 Single/ Unaccompanied Active Duty Military.
Kings Dominion Halloween Haunt Oct. 17, at 3 p.m. The bloodcurdling horror and nightmarish madness of Halloween Haunt features ghastly creatures emerging from the darkness, highly-intense and bone-chilling attractions and some of the most hair-raising rides on the planet! This is one Liberty trip you won’t want to miss! Register at the Liberty Center by Oct. 14.
Trace Adkins Concert Oct. 10, Dahlgren Parade Field Gates open 4 p.m. Show starts 7 p.m. This is the night country music fans have been waiting for! The Virginian’s Barbershop Chorus and Smith Auer Band will kick off the show! This is a rain or shine event. Each vehicle must have at least one DoD ID cardholder and all other ages 16 and older must present a valid form of identification. Parking will be limited so plan to carpool and arrive early as traffic delays may occur. There will be chairs available inside the venue so please leave your lawn chairs, blankets and coolers at home. No alcohol, pets, glass, outside food and beverage, firearms, weapons and backpacks will be allowed. There will be food and beverage vendors as well as beer and wine vendors. Stay up to date on all the concert information at www.freedomlivendw.com
Fall Sports Festival Oct. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. At the Dahlgren Parade Field A fall event for all sports enthusiasts! Enjoy an evening of family filled fun with a field full of sports inflatables, games, crafts,
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Give Parents a Break At the Child Development Center. 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.
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Community Notes Dahlgren King George Garden Club 2015 Fall Plant Sale Join the King George Garden Club on Oct. 17 from 8 a.m. to noon at the King George Farmers Market held at the King George Elementary School on the corner of Routes 3 and 205 (Ridge Road). Purchase locally grown plants, perennials, shrubs and lots more. Plenty of free gardening advice will also be available.
Port Royal Charter Day The Annual Charter Day Festival is coming to the Town of Port Royal in the form of a Fall Pirate Festival on Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 419 King Street, Port Royal, VA. This will be a family friendly event with lots to do and see including a pet photo contest, antique appraisal, lots of food vendors and over 70 vendors of unique and specialty wares. Free admission and parking. More info — www.facebook. com/townofportroyalva
7th Annual Battlefield Corvette Cruz-in
Family Appreciation Day at Heart Cry Church
If nothing but a Stingray will do then come out to Wegmans off of the Carl D Silver Parkway on Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for an All Corvette Show with the Battlefield Corvette Club. Judging begins at noon and awards at 2:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit local charities. Rain date for this event is October 24th. For more information visit www.battlefieldcorvetteclub.org or call Jack Whitis 540 455 4746 or email Jack at whitisjaxc4@aol.com
On Sunday Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Heart Cry Church is hosting a family appreciation day to recognize and appreciate the residents of Indian Head. The event will be held at the Black Box Theater located at 4185 Indian Head Highway. Free food, music, activities for the children and fellowship for the adults. Tenth Annual Breast Cancer Walk Walk to support the men and women in your life at the 10th annual Breast Cancer Awareness Fitness Walk on Sat., Oct. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event begins at Indian Head Village Green — enjoy music, door prizes, food, and a warm-up exercise. Registration fee is $25. To down and print the registration form, visit: www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/sites/ default/files/coadmin/media/BreastCancerWalkRegForm.pdf.
Indian Head Fall and Winter Sports League Registration Open Basketball, volleyball and indoor soccer leagues are available for all ages. Register online at www.CharlesCountyParks.com. For more information, call 301-934-9305 or 301870-3388, ext. 5152.
La Plata Fall Festival On Sun., Oct. 11 from noon to 3 p.m. join
your neighbors and friends for a day of free family fun! Live music by the Sara Gray Band, food and craft vendors and kids’ activities like a moon bounce, petting zoo and art tent will round out the fun! Take part in the 10th Annual Scarecrow Festival sponsored by the Charles County Chamber of Commerce and the Town of La Plata! For more information contact the Charles County Chamber of Commerce at 301-932-6500.
Broadway in the Park On Sun., Oct. 11, at 3 p.m., The Alexandria Singers, Washington area’s premier pops chorus, will present “Broadway in the Park; a tribute to Rodgers and Hammerstein” at Mount Aventine, Chapman State Park (3452 Ferry Place, Indian Head MD). In addition to the performance there will be crafts for all ages by Carrie Staples, tours of Mount Aventine, and refreshments. The beautiful park will also be open for trail walks. Gates open at 1p.m., and the music begins at 3 p.m. rain or shine.
2015 Navy Ball Highlights Shipmates, friends and family from across Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) came together Oct. 2 for an evening of tradition and elegance in celebration of the Navy’s 240th birthday. Rear Adm. Sinclair Harris, vice director for operations on the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was the guest speaker and focused his remarks on key naval technologies in development at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren. Members of the Royal Australian Navy serving in the D.C. area also attended and showed their support for this great tradition. Many thanks to the NSASP Navy Birthday Ball Committee and the staff of Fredericksburg Square for all of their efforts to make the night as special as possible.
U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos
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Commandant’s Corner September was another busy month with lots of fun and meaningful events. We welcomed a new Chief of Naval Operations, ADM John Richardson; celebrated Naval Support Facility Indian Head’s 125th anniversary; pinned the Navy’s newest Chief Petty Officers; honored our Ombudsman and Key Spouses; and supported the Pope’s visit. We also closed our Fiscal Year 2015 in grand style. A special thanks to all who played a role in balancing our books and executing our funding on target and on time. Great job! October is National Energy Action Month. The Department of the Navy’s theme this year is “Power-Presence” and we are called upon as Americans to work together, “to achieve greater energy security, a more robust economy, and a healthier environment for our children.” As our nation and Navy becomes more and more reliant on an uninterrupted supply of energy/electricity to execute even the most basic warfighting and administrative tasks, energy reliability and energy resilience have moved to the forefront of Navy acquisition and planning efforts. Continued overreliance on oil to meet our energy needs presents an unmitigated vulnerability to our warfighting superiority, as well as to our economy and environment. Therefore, at the corporate level, the Navy has been focusing on and fielding alternative and renewable energy, both ashore and afloat, for several years. Nuclear power, biofuels for use in aircraft and ships, electrification of non-tactical vehicle fleets, and increased use of renewable forms of energy (e.g., photovoltaics, hydro and wind) are just some examples. These efforts work to ensure we will have the energy we need, when and where we need it; that is, reliable energy. They also work to ensure that our sources of energy can withstand direct attack, natural disasters, and worldwide supply chain interruptions; that is, energy resiliency. So what does that mean for us? Although many are involved
in some of the efforts I mention above, there are things we can do at the individual level to assist with energy reliance and resiliency that, when combined with the efforts of all, have a significant impact on our warfighting efficiency and effectiveness. Ashore, every bit of energy/electricity we save frees up valuable resources that can be used elsewhere. Even actions that may
appear insignificant, like turning off lights, eliminating small/ individual refrigerators, and shutting down your computer before leaving for the day, can have a tremendous impact when multiplied across the Navy. Here are some examples of things you can do during Energy Action Month (and beyond) to support the Navy’s Energy Program: 1) Use the Energy Star power management settings on your computer and monitor so they go into power save mode when not in use. 2) Use a power strip as a central “turn off” point for attached equipment. 3) Unplug electronics, such as cell phones and laptops, once they’re charged. Adapters plugged into outlets use energy even after the equipment is fully charged. 4) Replace the light bulb in your desk lamp with an Energy Star qualified bulb. It’ll last up to 10 times longer and use approximately 75 percent less energy. 5) Turn off the lights when you leave a space, especially at the end of the day. 6) Keep air vents clear of paper, files, and office supplies. It takes as much as 25 percent more energy to pump air into a workspace if the vents are blocked. 7) Use only E85/ethanol in flex fuel vehicles. 8) Be aware of energy/electricity usage in your spaces and in the spaces and buildings around you. If you notice wasteful practices or conservation opportunities, inform your building manager or Naval Facilities Engineering Command personnel. During this Energy Action Month, you will see events and activities at your installation designed to boost energy awareness. Please participate and learn about energy use and conservation. I appreciate your support of the Navy’s Energy Program. RDML Yancy Lindsey, Commandant, Naval District Washington Houses for Rent
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