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NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, MARYLAND VOLUME 70, NUMBER 26
Celebrating 70 years of community partnership
July 3, 2013
Pax Sailors join Auxiliary Security Force By Donna Cipolloni Tester staff writer
Twenty-three volunteer Sailors from tenant commands across Naval Air Station Patuxent River joined the ranks of the installation’s Auxiliary Security Force after certification and graduation June 25 from a 12-day training program. ASF are E-6 and below service members provided by tenant commands according to their military populations, and are used to augment Pax River’s security force. “They are trained in basic force protection and guard duties such as entry control and mission essential asset protection,” said Lt. Troy Niccum, Pax River security officer. “They do not perform law enforcement functions.” Police Sgt. James Williams, the security training officer who led the program, also explained that ASF can
be called upon by the base commanding officer whenever extra security is needed — during times of increased force protection conditions, anti-terrorism measures or when large crowds visit the base for public events. “While their primary function is ID check and access control at the gates, they can be utilized to protect buildings, personnel or the waterfront at the CO’s discretion,” Williams said. The ASF program combined classroom and physical training, provided exposure to lethal and nonlethal weapons, and taught mechanical advantage control hold (MACH) techniques that use a subject’s own body momentum to enable submission. “I’d done knee strikes before with the Marines,” said Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Steve Fugate, “but the MACH maneuvers were new things for me. I learned a lot.” Personnel Specialist 2nd
Class Jheyson Giraldo from the Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River agreed. “I learned how to fight better without hurting people; how to subdue without injuring,” he said. “This was a new experience and I’m excited to be part of it.” Another day involved the class being subjected to a pepper spray exercise where each participant was sprayed across the eyebrows and forehead. Next, they had to open their eyes and count the number of fingers being held up by instructors. “They wanted to make sure it went into our eyes and it was the worst feeling ever,” said Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Casey Susany. “It not only burned my eyes, it also burned my skin. My eyes wanted to clench shut. I wanted to quit, but I mustered it up.” The exercise was meant to
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U.S. Navy photo by Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Jheyson Giraldo
From left, Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Casey Susany and Hospitalman Gregory Tate practice hand-to-hand martial arts techniques during Auxiliary Security Force training at Naval Air Station Patuxent River on June 20.
A perpetual promise From then to now: Gold Star program honors family of fallen Sailors
Former worker visits base 70 years later
By Connie Hempel NAS Patuxent River Public Affairs
Furthering the Navy’s commitment to support surviving families of Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors and Marines for as long as they desire, Commander, Navy Installations Command has implemented the Gold Star Families Program to ensure that family members of active-duty fallen Sailors have continued access to select services at all Navy installations. In June, Navy installations worldwide established designated Gold Star Family parking spaces at various locations around each installation typically frequented by these families. At Naval Air Station Patuxent River, one designated parking space is located at each of the following locations: Navy Exchange (NEX), commissary, chapel, naval
U.S. Navy photo by Connie Hempel
U.S. Navy photo by Connie Hempel
Spaces reserved for Gold Star families are locat- Capt. Heidi Fleming, Naval Air Station Patuxent River executive officer, presents Willie Edward Vassar with a naval air station patch from her flight suit during his ed around the installation. visit here June 28. Vasser, who was celebrating his 91st birthday that day, and health clinic, Fleet and Fam- in the works that will al- his daughter, Sandra Vassar Gray, toured the installation with Command Master ily Support Center, River’s low these family members Chief William Lloyd-Owen. Vasser’s last visit to the installation was during its conEdge Catering and Confer- unescorted access to the struction-era, December 1942 to January 1943, when he was employed with the ence Center and Drill Hall. construction company clearing the airfield. Vasser was drafted his last year at Pax River and served in World War II with an Army Engineering Aviation Battalion A Gold Star base access See Promise, Page 7 until January 1946; this was his first visit to the base since he left in 1943. card program is currently
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Rear Adm. Rich takes helm of NDW Region By Patrick Gordon Naval District Washington Waterline writer Rear Adm. Markham Rich relieved Rear Adm. Patrick J. Lorge as commandant of Naval District Washington (NDW) during a changeof-command ceremony in Admiral Leutze Park at the Washington Navy Yard on June 21. Before coming to NDW, Rich commanded Naval Air Station Oceana and served in Fighter Squadron (VF) 1 both as an F-14 instructor and as executive officer. He also served on the staff of the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations as the deputy of Strike Aircraft Plans and Requirements and with U.S. Space Command’s Policy and Plans Directorate. Rich was a 2004-2005 Secretary of Defense Corporate Fellow with Honeywell, International. “I couldn’t be more impressed with what I’ve seen here during the turnover of team 87,” Rich said during the ceremony. “It is a professional, capable and talented team. I’m excited
by what I’ve seen, and I’m excited to get started. I look forward to harnessing those incredible abilities of the NDW team and to take on new challenges of our broad and diverse missions.” While leading NDW, which is the oldest continuously operated Navy installation in the country, Rich’s position includes duties as the Joint Forces Headquarters National Capital Region deputy commander. As commandant of NDW, Rich will lead a workforce of more than 3,500 military and civilian personnel at six Navy and joint installations: Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Naval Support Activity Annapolis, NSA Bethesda, NSA Washington and Joint-Base Anacostia-Bolling all located in Maryland, and NSA South Potomac in Virginia. During Lorge’s time as commandant, he hosted the Naval Attaché Corps and personally oversaw all ceremonies featuring foreign dignitaries at the Washington Navy Yard, known as the “quarterdeck of the Navy,” on behalf of the Chief of Naval Operations. Lorge was also a driving force behind the region’s first integrated
cyber-secure infrastructure, the merger of Maryland bases, Bolling Air Force Base and Naval Support Facility Anacostia, to create Joint-Base Anacostia-Bolling, and for the standup of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center at NSA Bethesda, Md. During the ceremony, Lorge thanked those he has worked with throughout his career, and reflected on his time at NDW. “NDW is a team of amazingly powerful success,” said Lorge. “They are the team that lends support to our warfighters and cares for their families back home. I will miss them, I will miss their dedication, their belief in accomplishing the impossible and the joy they show on a daily basis. I could never have dreamed a better dream than being the commandant of Naval District Washington.” At the ceremony, Vice Adm. William French, Commander, Navy Installations Command, presented Lorge with the Legion of Merit for his leadership of NDW from July 2008 to June 2013. NDW encompasses more than 4,000 square miles, including the District of
For Naval Aviation Training Systems Program Office, a changing of guard
U.S. Navy photo by Patrick Gordon
From left, Rear Adm. Markham Rich addresses the audience at the Naval District Washington (NDW) change-of-command ceremony in Leutze Park at the Washington Navy Yard as Vice Adm. William French, Commander of Navy Installations Command, and Rear Adm. Patrick J. Lorge look on. Rich assumed command from Lorge as the 88th commandant of NDW. Columbia, the Maryland counties of Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Frederick, Montgomery, Prince
George’s, and St. Mary’s, and northern Virginia counties of Loudoun, Fauquier, Fairfax, Prince William,
Stafford King George, Westmoreland, Arlington and the cities within their outer boundaries.
Summer travel tips helping Sailors to keep what they’ve earned From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs
U.S. Navy photo by Steven Kays
Capt. Craig Dorrans addresses the audience during a change-of-command ceremony June 27, where he will take on a new role leading the Naval Aviation Training Systems Program Office (PMA-205) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. PMA-205 serves as the primary training resource for the Naval Aviation Enterprise and is responsible for life-cycle management of training ranges and training systems, to include simulators and associated courseware that ensures optimum performance for naval aviation. Looking on are Rear Adm. Joseph Rixey, deputy assistant secretary of the Navy for International Programs and the director for the Navy International Programs Office, left, and Capt. John Feeney, the outgoing commander.
MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) — Summer is the perfect time to gather with family and friends and take a road trip. With amusement parks, beaches and family reunions happening across the country, more families are planning to buckle up and hit the road, Navy leaders recently said. “Although the road trip is half the fun, making it to your destination safely should always be the first priority,” said Dorice Favorite, director of the Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention (NADAP) Office. In keeping with the Navy’s recently launched “Keep What You’ve Earned” campaign, NADAP urges Sailors to drink responsibly throughout the year — you’ve earned it, don’t waste it. This summer, consider the following: While on vacation traveling an unfamiliar route, hauling a boat or camper,
along with the possible distraction of pets and children in the car. Adding alcohol to the mix puts the lives of the driver and everyone in the car, as well as other people on the road, at risk.
Whether you’re on the road or outdoors, summer temperatures plus alcohol can equal trouble. Hot
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Celebrating reenlistments, medals, career accomplishments
U.S. Navy photo by Personnel Specialist 1st Class Roma Douglas
Trimner awarded Commendation
Lt. Stacey Trimner, right, is awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal by Capt. Mike Vernere, Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River commanding officer, during an awards ceremony June 21. Trimner was the Command’s Patient Administration and Manpower officer and is moving on to attend the Marine Corps’ Command and Staff War College at Quantico, Va.; her follow-on assignment is with the 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, in Camp Pendleton, Calif.
U.S. Navy photo by Personnel Specialist 1st Class Roma Douglas
White receives commendation letter
Dr. Jerome White, right, is awarded a Letter of Commendation by Capt. Mike Vernere, Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River commanding officer, during an awards ceremony June 21. White is a staff dentist and is transferring to the Dental Clinic at Branch Health Clinic NAF Washington.
Photo courtesy of Chief Aviation Electrician Jens Hanson
Hanson commits to three more
Chief Aviation Electrician Jens Hanson of Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic site (FRCMA) Patuxent River, top left, reenlists at Camden Yard in Baltimore on June 12 for another three years in the Navy. Pictured, front row from left, are Hanson’s daughters, Emma and Anna Hanson; back row from left, Hanson, Lt. Cmdr. Michael Windom, FRCMA Pax River Maintenance Officer, and Chief Aviation Electronics Ron Trimner.
News Briefs On base:
Services Change in Hours during Furlough
The following services are altered beginning July 8 and running through Sept. 30, unless otherwise noted. Commissary: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Drill Hall Indoor Pool: Closed when Outdoor Pool is open. Indoor Pool reopens Sept. 3. Gate 1 Pass Office: Closed until further notice. HAZMAT: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays. Personal Property, building 588 1st floor: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays; closed on Fridays. Personnel Support Activity services: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays; CAC/ID card service hours will not change. Supply Warehouse shipping and receiving, building 665: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays.
Vacation Bible School at St. Nicholas Chapel
July 15-19, 5:30-8 p.m. This year’s Vacation Bible School is presented by Woodstock Baptist Church at St. Nicholas Chapel and is themed, “Kingdom Chronicles: Stand Strong in the Battle for the Truth,” which is based on Ephesians 6:10-17. Youths who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade are welcome to attend. A kick-off night with games, music and food is July 14 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the chapel. Register by calling the office at 301-342-3811, attending the kick-off event, or by signing up on the morning of the 15th.
New NEX, Mini Mart Hours
Striving to provide better store coverage with staff and premier customer service during peak hours of business,
U.S. Navy photo by Stacey Mulrooney
Hauerstein receives MSM
U.S. Navy photo by Donna Cipolloni
Watlington takes four more
From left, Cmdr. Paul Hauerstein is presented with a Meritorious Service Medal as an end of tour award by Capt. John Feeney, Naval Aviation Training Systems (PMA-205) program manager June 17 in the Rear Adm. William A. Moffett Building.
Yeoman Third Class Lashanda A. Watlington reenlisted for four more years during a ceremony June 21 with reenlisting officer, U.S. Air Force retired Maj. Lolita D. Tyler-Lockett. Watlington, who is part of the base’s administrative staff, has three years of Navy service.
the Navy Exchange (NEX) and Mini Mart hours of operation are now: Main Store: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays and holidays; Mini Mart: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays; and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. holidays.
is a valid DOD ID card holder in the vehicle. Those needing base access but do not have a valid DOD ID card will still have to get a visitor’s pass — not decal — at the Gate 2 Pass and ID Office. All drivers aboard the installation must carry a valid driver’s license, and current registration and insurance; military motorcycle riders must also have a copy of their basic riders’ course completion certificate. Personnel may be denied access if unable to provide these items when asked by the sentries or law enforcement. Personnel who currently have a base decal on their vehicle are encouraged, but not required, to scrape the decal off.
Call For Diversity Advisory Team Members
Military and DOD civilians can now apply to become a member of Naval Air Systems Command’s Hispanic Engagement Action Team, African-American Pipelines Advisory Team or the Individuals with Disabilities Action Team. Contact Shaniqua Cousins at shaniqua.cousins@navy.mil by July 12.
Pax River Quality of Drinking Water Report
The annual Consumer Confidence Report on the Quality of Drinking Water for Naval Air Station Patuxent River residents and employees is now available. This annual report is mandated by the Safe Drinking Water Act and is intended to raise consumer awareness about where their drinking water comes from, and to help them understand the process by which safe drinking water is delivered to their homes and workspaces on the air station. This report is available on the My NAVAIR website which is CAC-enabled. Those without access to My NAVAIR can request a copy by contacting Lance McDaniel at 301-757-2903 or lance.mcdaniel@navy.mil, or Denise Reichard at 301-757-4953 or denise.reichard@navy.mil.
DOD Vehicle Base Decals Eliminated
As of July 1, base decals are no longer issued and are no longer required for entry onto the naval air station, Navy recreation center or Webster Outlying Field as long as there
Special AIAA/SWE Luncheon
July 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. River’s Edge Conference Center This special American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) and Society of Women Engineers (SWE) luncheon features “Adventures in Science & Engineering from Space” with guest speaker, Dr. Sandra H. Magnus, the executive director of AIAA and a former NASA astronaut. Cost is $18 for AIAA and SWE members; $20 for all others. Visit www.baltwashswe.org , click on “Activities & Calendar,” “BWS Events List,” and then AIAA/SWE luncheon on July 11th. Contact Monty Wright at 301-342-9499 or james.m.wright@navy.mil.
Journey Leadership Development Program
Deadline: July 19 Naval Air Systems Command military and DOD civilians can now apply for JLDP, part of NAVAIR’s ongoing commitment to leadership development. JLDP enables participants
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Pax Sailors make the grade The Fiscal Year 2014 senior chief results were released at the end of June with 15 Sailors at Pax among those selected. Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (HX) 21 ATCS Somkit J. Carter; Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron (VQ) 4 Senior Chief Master-at-Arms Edgar Fuentes; Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20 Senior Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Jon L. McArtor; Naval Air Station Patuxent River security department Senior Chief Scott Johnson; Naval Air Systems Command Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR 6.0) Senior Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic AMCS Louis F. Davitt III, Senior Chief Electrician’s Mate John C. Gleghorn, Senior Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate Robert D. Hall Jr., Senior Chief Aviation Support Equipment Technician Hope A. Kulaszewski, Senior Chief Aviation Electronic Technician Christine E. McCan, Senior Chief Aviation Support Equipment Technician John M. Morgan and Senior Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Eugene K. Wilbourn; Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Senior Chief Aviation Electrician’s Mate James B. Moore and Senior Chief Aviation Electronics Technician Eric Temple; Naval Test Wing Atlantic Senior Chief Aviation Maintenance Administrationman Chad W. Young; and Unmanned A/C Systems Senior Chief Electrician’s Mate Bonilla Evarista.
U.S. Navy photo by Noel Hepp
Stone pins on senior
U.S. Navy photo by Donna Cipolloni
Senior Chief Master-at-Arms Scott Johnson, Naval Air Station Patuxent River security department, is pinned with his new senior chief insignia by Capt. Heidi Fleming, NAS Patuxent River executive officer, during a frocking ceremony June 28. retirees and family members. Make an appointment with a counselor by calling 301-342-5442.
1-2-3 Magic
July 8, 15, and 22, noon to 2 p.m.
Résumé Writing July 9, 1-4 p.m.
Welcome to Pax
Ombudsman Basic Training
July 10-12, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Financial Counseling Services
The Personal Financial Educator at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) can help Sailors and their family work towards managing their finances, resolve financial problems and reach long-term goals. With the help of the FFSC Financial Educator, military members and their family members can take control of their finances, reduce money-related stress and overcome the financial challenges of military life. These services are available to active duty,
Newly promoted Master Chief Petty Officer James Flynn, the primary support equipment controlling authority in the Aviation Support Equipment Program Office (PMA-260), gets his new rank pinned by his wife, Claudia Flynn, and son, Tristan, during a ceremony June 19 in the Rear Adm. William A. Moffett Building.
Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Separatee
July 22-25, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and July 26, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. TAP is for separating and retiring military members. It is a joint venture by the FFSC and the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Veterans Affairs. Topics include skill assessment, résumé writing, job search methods, interview techniques and a review of veterans’ benefits. Seating is limited. Register through a Career Counselor.
Stress Management
July 10, 9-11 a.m.
All classes held at the Fleet and Family Support Center unless noted. Open to active duty, retired and reserve military. Reservations are necessary and can be made by calling 301-342-4911.
Flynn promoted to master chief
Playgroup @ Glenn Forest Community Center Thursdays, 10-11 a.m.
July 25, 2-2:30 p.m. Stress is a part of life and this class offers an understanding of how one’s beliefs and thought process has an impact on how he or she deals with stress. Participants walk away with specific actions to manage stress that they can incorporate into their life immediately.
Anger Management (three, two-hour sessions)
Ten Steps to a Federal Job
Personal Communication
Budgeting for Baby at Building 401
July 17, 24 and 31, 2-4 p.m. Anger is a basic emotion. Join this three-session workshop to get a better understanding of anger and how to skillfully express and manage anger in an effective way. July 18, 1-2:30 p.m. This class provides information on different communication styles and ways to develop more effective speaking and listening skills. Participants practice insightful, productive and rewarding ways to interact with people.
July 31, 1-4 p.m. Learn how to navigate the federal job system. A 137-page training guide is provided.
July 31, 10 a.m. to noon The Navy Marine Corps Relief Society illustrates the hidden costs associated with a growing family during this class. All Navy and Marine Corps service members who attend receive a new layette valued at more than $100.
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Navy, Maryland colleges forge partnership for retention, recruitment By Ellen Servetnick Naval Air Systems Command Cooperative Education program manager Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) leaders, along with officials from the University of Maryland (UofM) and College of Southern Maryland (CSM), honored the the first three graduating classes of the triad’s Southern Maryland Mechanical Engineering Partnership Program. With the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center being instrumental in developing the program into a regional resource, NAWCAD was able to quickly realize and gain its benefits. Since late 2009, NAWCAD at Naval Air Station Patuxent River has capitalized on agreements made with UofM and CSM in facilitating the Southern Maryland Mechanical Engineering Partnership Program (SMMEPP), with 19 of the program’s graduates employed as DOD civilians onboard Pax River. “We felt that having an undergraduate program resident in Southern Maryland would help address the Navy’s civilian recruitment and retention issues,” said Capt. Chris “CJ” Junge, vice commander for NAWCAD, adding that such an institution would serve the economic and cultural development of the region. Junge was a guest speaker during the ceremony. An awards ceremony in late May at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center celebrated the 19 graduates of the first three classes. Here are the graduates:
Class of 2011
John Farnese, Christopher Mc-
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Class of 2011 graduates, from left, are: Chris McDaniel, John Farnese, Chris Rogers and Gary Showalter. Daniel, Christopher Rogers, Gary Showalter and Charles “Hank” Smith.
Class of 2012
Stephen Bell, William “David” Burch, Katherine “Kat” Cornet, Michael Jackson, William “Hudson” McGinnis, Christopher Napier, Shawn Naraine and Robert “Tyler” Pegg.
“I love providing support for our country and our Navy as well as expanding my knowledge in the field of engineering,” — Michael “Craig” Branson, Class of 2013
Class of 2013
Daniel Bonnet, Michael “Craig” Branson, Daniel Budzenski, Corey Golladay, Jonathan Shaner and Wesley Wathen.
Farnese, a 2011 graduate, said when he learned of the program’s potential benefits while pursuing his associates in general engineering, he thought it too good to be true. “Smaller class sizes, the possibility for tuition assistance, a paid internship, and job opportunity after completing the program how could I not take advantage?”
Class of 2012 graduates, from left, are: Stephen Bell, Chris Napier, Robert Tyler Pegg, David William Burch, Shawn Naraine, William Hudson McGinnis. Graduates Kat Cornet and Michael Jackson are not included in the photo.
Class of 2013 graduate Branson agreed that, although receiving those benefits weren’t a guarantee, they were some of the same points that helped sell him on joining the program. “Overall, the financial assistance and work experience won me over,” he said. Branson, Farnese and their classmates are now DOD employees for the Navy in fields related to the development and testing of new technology, enabling warf-
Class of 2013 graduates, from left, are: Corey Golladay, Daniel Bonnett, Michael “Craig” Branson, John Shaner and Wesley Wathen. ighters to fight, win and return safely. “I love providing support for our country and our Navy as well as expanding my knowledge in the field of engineering,” Branson
person for a six-week session. Call 301-757-3943.
Card and Scrapbook Class
For all MWR news, visit www.cnic.navy.mil/Patuxent and click on Fleet and Family Readiness. River’s Edge Catering and Conference Center - 301-342-3656 Cedar Point Golf Course - 301-342-3597 Customized Creations - 301-342-6293 NRC Solomons Recreations - 410-286-8047 Energy Zone - 301-995-3869
Ballroom Dance Class July 15, 22 and 29, and Aug. 5, 12 and 19, 6-8 p.m. Get some exercise or just enjoy a evening out at the Energy Zone during this dancing class. Recommended attire is leather-soled shoes. Couples preferred, but interested singles will be put on a list to be paired up. Cost is $48 per
July 10, 24 and 31, 5-7:30 p.m. Students create three cards and a scrapbook page each week. Cost is $10 for one class plus a $5 materials fee, or $25 for all three classes plus a $15 materials fee. Participants are encouraged to bring one to two photos each week for their scrapbook page. Participants must be age 13 or older. July 10: Bay the Seashore & Best of Flowers Cards; July 24: Best of Butterflies & Lacy & Lovely Cards; and July 31: Sponging Technique class and Easy Events Cards. There must be a minimum of four participants for this class to proceed. Call 301-342-3569.
Basket Weaving Class
July 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Customized Creations Students create a sweet-round basket with a woven bottom. They also learn a new technique of twinning the bottom. Basket can be embellished with painting if desired. The five-hour class is $40 plus a $10 material fee. Call 301342-3569.
Les Mills Body Step and Body Pump July 13 Energy Zone
said. Looking back, Farnese said, “The program is a great opportunity and put me in a career with the government, which is highly sought after by many.”
New routine launch Body Step is at 8 a.m., and Body Pump is at 9 a.m. Regular group rates apply. Class passes may be purchased at the Drill Hall Fitness and Sports Office. Call 301-757-3943.
Dive in Theater at NRC Solomons July 14: Shark Tales, Aug. 11: Dolphin Tale Take a dip in the pool from 7:30-9 p.m. and enjoy a movie starting at 9 p.m. “Floating only” throughout the duration of the film. Call 410-286-8047.
All American Pie Eating Contest July 17, 5:30-8 p.m. Families are welcome to sign up an compete in the pieeating contest at the Rassieur Youth Center. Call 301-3421694.
Current School Age Care Registration for Bus Services July 18-19, Rassieur Youth Center Patrons who are already utilize the Youth Center bus service must confirm usage for the 2013-2014 School Year. Registration must be done at the Rassieur Youth Center. Registration schedule: July 29, current SAC patrons; Aug. 2 and 5, new military; and Aug. 8, new DOD civilians. Call 301-342-4498.
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Thursday, July 4 No Shows Friday, July 5 6:30 p.m., After Earth A crash landing leaves teenager Kitai Raige and his legendary father Cypher stranded on Earth, 1,000 years after cataclysmic events forced humanity’s escape. With Cypher critically injured, Kitai must embark on a perilous journey to signal for help, facing uncharted terrain, evolved animal species that now rule the planet, and an unstoppable alien creature that escaped during the crash. Father and son must learn to work together and trust one another if they want any chance of returning home. Rated: Rated: PG-13 (1 hr, 40 min)
The Solomons Island Tiki Bar Presents Our Salute Your Troops Event Saturday, July 6th 2013 4pm - 8pm
We invite you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the talented Charlie Bezilla and the island breeze Tiki Bar has to offer. Our staff will be looking to personally thank you for serving our country and will be offering you one of our many prizes donated from wonderful Southern Maryland businesses. This is a day for you – we honor your bravery and hard work!
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This will be our 3rd annual Salute Your Troops Event. All service men and women 21 and older will be given a wrist band at the door.
9 p.m., Now You See Me During their performances, the world’s greatest illusionists known as “The Four Horsemen” pull off a series of daring heists against corrupt business leaders. The superteam of illusionists shower the stolen profits on their audiences while staying one step ahead of an elite FBI squad in a game of cat and mouse. Rated: PG-13 (1 hr, 54 min)
ther, Alan turns to the Wolfpack in his time of grief. This time, there’s no wedding, no bachelor party - just one simple road trip. What could possibly go wrong? Rated: R (1 hr, 40 min)
Saturday, July 6 4 p.m., After Earth
Sunday, July 7 2 p.m., After Earth
6:30 p.m., Now You See Me
Monday and Tuesday No Movies
9 p.m., The Hangover Part III After the death of his fa-
Wednesday, July 10 6:30 p.m., After Earth
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installation. Previously, access to the installation for Gold Star families was only allowed with an escort if they didn’t have a DOD ID card of their own. Navy officials are
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“It teaches us what we need to do under those circumstances,” Susany said. “Are we controlled? Are we still using voice commands and going through the proper procedures?” After the punishing exercise, Sgt. Williams gave the class its due. “They’re a class of fighters,” he said. “They main-
tained their control, focused on the threat, attacked the threat and achieved submission by handcuffing the threat.” The new ASF graduates will be required to stand two 12-hour shifts per month in order to maintain their proficiency and receive sustainment training.
still working out the details, to include issuance procedures. The Gold Star Families Program provides family members of fallen active-duty service members easy and unescorted access to support services on Navy installations such as the Fleet Family Support Center and the commissary. It also allows these
family members the ability to attend on-base ceremonies and events without having to pre-arrange on-base escort assistance. Family members can participate in the Gold Star Program as long as they desire. For more information about Gold Star Families, visit www.goldstarmoms.com.
guests well hydrated. If you know you’ll be driving, stay away from alcohol. And remember, there’s no shame in taking a cab or sleeping on a friend’s couch if you feel at all unsure if you should be driving. Most importantly, do not drink and drive. The rate of alcohol-related traffic fatalities increases significantly from Memorial Day to Labor Day. “The summer holidays are some of the most dangerous times of the year to be on the road. Our Sailors
have worked hard and deserve to enjoy their summer in a safe way,” said Favorite. “Have fun with family and friends, but be smart if you choose to drink.” For more information and to help promote responsible drinking this summer materials and resources from NADAP’s recently launched campaign, Keep What You’ve Earned, are available at www.nadap. navy.mil. Materials include Sailor fact sheets, posters and video.
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Jaynes moves from COMFRC to PEO(A)
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From left, captain selects Bob Farmer and Paul Filardi, along with Rear. Adm. CJ Jaynes and Dennis West, celebrate the cohesion of the Fleet Readiness (FRCs) and Naval Air Systems Command Logistics and Industrial Operations (NAVAIR 6.0) during Jaynes’ farewell dinner June 26 at the River’s Edge. Jaynes held the dual role as commander of the FRCs and NAVAIR assistant commander for NAVAIR 6.0. Farmer is the executive director for NAVAIR 6.0, Filardi is the COMFRC chief of staff and West is the COMFRC deputy commander and director of industrial operations. Jaynes has moved to a new assignment as the Program Executive Officer for Air Anti-submarine Warfare, Assault and Special Mission programs, or PEO(A).
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Pax amateur cyclist takes third at pro race
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Safety tips for a growing trend By Courtney Bartsch Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Public Affairs Intern
most always, drivers on a smaller road must yield (wait) for traffic on a major or larger road. This also means yielding to pedestrians who have already entered a crosswalk.
Cycling is rapidly becoming an exercising trend in the United States. Between 1990 and 2009, the number of bike commuters rose 64 percent and is increasing annually, according to a 2011 study by the University Transportation Research Center. Naval Air Systems Command’s Bike to Work week, May 13-17, underscored the emphasis on healthy living, environmentally friendly efforts and money saving benefits that cycling brings which led to an increase of cyclists on the roadway. The increase in cyclists on roadways has also increased safety risks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) offers the following advice for new and experienced riders to ensure they get all of the benefits of cycling while minimizing potential injuries.
Be Predictable. Ride in a straight line, not in and out of cars. Signal your moves to others.
Go With the Traffic Flow. Ride on the right in the same direction as other vehicles. Go with the flow - not against it.
See and Be Seen. Whether daytime, dawn, dusk, foul weather, or at night, you need to be seen by others. Remember, just because you can see a driver doesn’t mean the driver can see you.
Obey All Traffic Laws. A bicycle is a vehicle and you’re a driver. When you ride in the street, obey all traffic signs, signals, and lane markings. Yield to Traffic When Appropriate. Al-
Stay Alert at All Times. Use your eyes and ears. You need your ears to hear traffic and avoid dangerous situations; don’t wear a headset when you ride. Look Before Turning. When turning left or right, always look behind you for a break in traffic, then signal before making the turn. Watch for left- or right-turning traffic. Watch for Parked Cars. Ride far enough out from the curb to avoid the unexpected from parked cars (like doors opening, or cars pulling out).
For more information on bicycle safety, visit the NHTSA website at www.nhtsa.dot. gov.
Amateur cyclist Cmdr. Scott Giles, left, pedals his way to a third place finish at the Nature Valley Grand Prix in St. Paul, Minn., June 12-16. “It was a relief and satisfying to finish the stage race, around mid-pack,” said Giles, T-45 integrated product team lead for the Naval Undergraduate Flight Training Systems Program Office (PMA-273) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. Giles is now setting his sights on his next endeavor, the Military World Cycling Championships, which is scheduled for September in Leopoldsburg, Belgium. He has submitted his application for inclusion in the U.S. Armed Forces Cycling Team.
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Happy Independence Day: Celebrating 237 years To help make the most of your celebrations, the Naval Air Station Patuxent River Public Affairs Office has compiled things to do in Southern Maryland this holiday, including events occurring on the days before and after July 4. Also listed are the holiday hours for locations around base and in the community.
Fireworks Spectacular
St. Mary’s County On base: Solomons Fireworks July 4, around 9 p.m. (after dusk) Viewable along the northern shores of Naval Air Station Patuxent River and all across Solomons. While the River’s Edge Catering and Conference Center is closed for a ticketed event most of the day, firework viewers will be permitted to enter the center’s lawn starting at 9 p.m. Call 301-342-3656. St. Mary’s College River Concert Series July 5 at dusk, near the Townhouse Green residences off of College Drive in St. Mary’s City. Web site: riverconcertseries.org. Dennis Point Marina July 6 starting at 9:15 p.m. in Drayden, Md. There are events all day starting with a golf cart parade at 10 a.m. Website: http://dennispointmarina.net, click on Events and then Fireworks.
Calvert County Chesapeake Beach Fireworks July 3 starting at dusk on the Chesapeake Beach waterfront. Website: www.chesapeake-beach.md.us.
Fireworks Cruise Aboard the Wm. B. Tennison July 4 starting at 8 p.m. Meet at the Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons. Preregistration required and can be made by calling 410-326-2042, ext. 41. Website: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Solomons Fireworks July 4, around 9 p.m. (after dusk) Viewable across Solomons and along the northern shores of Naval Air Station Patuxent River.
Charles County Town of Indian Head Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks July 4 at The Village Green and Pavilion in Indian Head, Md. Patriotic opening ceremony begins at 3:30 p.m.; amusements and live entertainment all day, and food available for sale. Free admission. Website: www. townofindianhead.org. Celebrate Charles A Fun Filled Fourth July 4, 4:30-9:30 p.m., at the Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, Md. Live music, Family Fun Zone, and Best of Charles County will be showcased. Admission is free; fee for Family Fun Zone. Website: www.CharlesCountyMD.gov.
Fireworks prohibited on base grounds Per the Naval District Washington Instruction 11320 10E, possession of fireworks, for sale, storage or use, is prohibited within the region, to include housing areas aboard Navy property. The only exception is that of command-controlled displays. Fireworks includes all types of sparklers and black powder.
NRC Solomons: Patriotic Parade July 4 starting at 3 p.m. Join the Solomons’ team in the third annual Patriotic Parade on July 4. Whether it’s a pooch dressed up as Uncle Sam, a little red wagon with stars and stripes, a
Town of La Plata Independence Day Watermelon Bash July 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the grounds of the La Plata Town Hall in La Plata, Md. Food, games and watermelon. Website: www.townoflaplata.org.
Other Independence Day Celebrations
St. Mary’s County On base: Red White and Blue Golf Tournament July 4, tee off between 7-11 a.m. at Cedar Point Golf Course Use red, white and blue sequence for teeing off, golfers start with the color of their choice. Registration is taken before playing. Entry fee is $10, plus greens fee. Guests are permitted. Call 301-342-3597. Courtesy photos by Christopher J. Grensted
bicycle with streamers or a golf cart with balloons, the Solomons’ team looks forward to everyone joining them for this family friendly walk from the Adventure Zone to the Riverside Pool. Call 410-286-8047.
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Navy closes in on making landing on aircraft carrier safer
By Rob Koon Program Executive Office of Tactical Aircraft Public Affairs
Landing on an aircraft carrier is now safer, thanks to the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) team from the Naval Air Traffic Management Systems Program Office (PMA213). JPALS is an all-weather landing system that uses a Global Positioning System and navigation systems to safely land both land- and sea-based aircraft. JPALS completed its latest round of testing aboard the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) in late May. The 52-person team spent 11 days aboard the carrier testing the latest JPALS software with two F/A-18C Hornet aircraft from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, and an MH-60S helicopter from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (HX) 21, based at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. A modified Beechcraft King Air flying from St. Mary’s County Airport was also used as a test bed aircraft. “The Hornets flew 65 low approaches to touch-and-go
or full-stop landings during our two weeks on CVN 77,” said Lee Mason, PMA-213’s JPALS Ship System integrated program team lead. “The King Air completed 29 low approaches. So far, we are very pleased with the results. The system is expected to achieve tremendously improved landing accuracy.” With the completion of this two-week test period, the JPALS program transitioned into the second phase of integrated test, establishing the system requirements verification for JPALS, Mason added. “The data generated from this two-week, at-sea period is undergoing detailed analysis by our experts. This analysis will, in turn, be used to validate and verify the system is accurate and working,” said Capt. Darrell Lack, PMA-213 program manager. Later this summer, JPALS is scheduled to complete additional at-sea testing to further refine the verification and validation effort and enable the completion of the operational assessment of the JPALS ship system, which is needed to progress to the program’s next mile-
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One of two F/A-18C Hornets from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 lands aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during the recently completed round of Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) testing this spring. JPALS is an all-weather landing system based on differential GPS information for land- and sea-based aircraft. stone, Lack added. “JPALS will provide adverse weather, adverse ter-
rain, day and night, and survivable precision approach and landing capability that
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Summer signals surge in moves, household goods shipments By Naval Air Station Patuxent River Public Affairs The summer season is typically a busy month for military moves, but no matter how many times service members have relocated from one station to another, smooth moves are only possible with planning, attention to detail and flexibility. Sailors at Naval Air Station Patuxent River may find it a little more challenging when trying to pack up and ship out due to the concentration of military bases and limited number of moving companies available in the area, said Lt. Cmdr. Monica Agarwal, the base supply officer at NAS Pax River. “Due to high volume of orders issued during the summer and the decrease in moving companies, arranging a move has become more of a challenge than in previous years,” she said. “The key is to plan ahead and be flexible.” There is already a three-week backlog for household goods pickups at Pax with nearly 50 shipments still waiting to be scheduled, Agarwal said. There are several websites to help mitigate the summer surge and aid service members with
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their move, whether it is a change of station, retirement or separation. But, the first step in any move is visiting www.move.mil. The second is to ensure all your paperwork is uploaded into the Defense Personal Property System, commonly referred to as DPS, as soon as possible, she said. Move.mil offers numerous subjects to help Sailors and their family in preparation as well as provide an understanding of entitlements and responsibilities.
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Here are the Top 10 Tips for a smooth move:
1. Have orders handy. Also, be sure to know the order number, the date orders were issued and who issued the orders. 2. Don’t wait to enter information into DPS. 3. Know your responsibilities such as what you can and cannot ship, what to do to prepare. Read the booklet, “It’s Your Move,” it’s available for service members at www.transcom.mil, click on Defense Transportation Regulations, Personal Property (Part IV), Appendix, and then scroll down and click on the PDF link for Attachment K1 - Updated May 2013; DOD civilians will need to scroll down and click on the PDF link
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Naval Air Station Patuxent River currently has a three-week backlog for household goods pickups. These Top 10 Tips put you on the path to a smooth move. for Attachment K2 - Updated May 2013. 4. Know the packers’ responsibilities. These can also be found in the “It’s Your Move” booklet. 5. Know weight limits. Excess weight equals costs a lot of money. For weight limits, visit www. move.mil, click on Before You Move, Weight Allowance on the left, and then Weight Allowance Table - JFTR Vol 1.
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6. People moving themselves must first ensure they are approved. Information for Personally Procured Moves is available at www.move.mil, and then Personally Procured Move under the Quick Links. 7. 7. Personnel who are not able to be at their home on pack or delivery day must ensure their agent has the correct paperwork, is available and knows his or her responsibilities.
During furlough season, July 8 through Sept. 30, the Personal Property office in building 588 is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays; and is closed on Fridays. 8. Separate Pro Gear from the rest of the household goods. In some cases a spouse may be entitled to Pro Gear - weights are limited and prior approval is needed. 9. Use a civilian email address and phone numbers. It is imperative for the personal property be able to reach you during your moving process. 10. Reduce clutter and get rid of unnecessary items.
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Jam on the Square July 5, 5-8 p.m. in Leonardtown Leonardtown First Fridays and the Leonardtown Business Association presents, “Red, White and the Blues.” Call 301-934-8437.
Calvert County Rock the Dock Summer Concert Series: Tribute Bands July 4 from 7-9:45 p.m. at the Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa. An evening of live music at the waterfront Boardwalk Cafe. Website: www.chesapeakebeachresortspa.com.
St. Nicolas Chapel Schedule
Charles County
Office hours: Weekdays, 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.
Smallwood State Park Events celebrating the nation’s birthday are from 1-2:45 p.m. July 4 in Indian Head, Md. Website: www.nps.gov/ thst.
Main Office phone: 301-342-3811 Daily Mass: Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to noon Sunday Services: Morning Catholic service: 9-10 a.m. Evening Catholic service: 5-6 p.m. Protestant service: 11 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.
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Thomas Stone National Historic Site Events celebrating the nation’s birthday are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 4 in Port Tobacco, Md. Website: www.nps. gov/thst.
Closed for the holiday
On base Commissary Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4. Normal hours resume July 5. Reminder, beginning July 8, the commissary will be
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closed Mondays and Tuesdays during the furloughs, which run through Sept. 30. Legal office The base legal office is closed July 3 and 4. Normal hours resume July 5. Naval health clinic and Pharmacy The clinic and pharmacy are closed July 4. Normal hours resume July 5.
St. Mary’s County All St. Mary’s County Government Offices are closed July 4 and will reopen July 5. The St. Andrews Landfill, six Convenience Centers and the St. Mary’s Transit System will not operate July 4. Normal business hours resume July 5. The three St. Mary’s County libraries are closed July 4 and will reopen at 9 a.m. July 5. All Senior Activity Centers are closed July 4 and there will be no Meals on Wheels delivery. Normal business resumes July 5.
Calvert County All Calvert County government offices are closed July 4. All Solid Waste facilities are closed July 4 and will reopen for regular hours July 5. There are no public transportation services July 4. Regular schedules resume July 5. All Calvert County libraries are closed July 4. Normal hours resume July 5. The Calvert Pines, Southern Pines and North Beach senior centers are closed July 4 and there will be no Meals on Wheels delivery. Normal business resumes July 5.
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St Mary’s County:
Calvert County:
Master Gardener Clinic
Friday Night Farmers Market, Classic Car Cruise-in and Art Fair
Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon Charlotte Hall library Stop by and get your gardening questions answered.
Professional Performance Mr. Jon and Friends Monday, 10 a.m., White Marsh Elementary; 12:30 p.m., Leonardtown Elementary; 3 p.m., Lexington Park library Kids of all ages will enjoy this fun, silly, and dancing good time show with music and puppets. Free. Please bring a nonperishable food for the local food pantry.
Science of Archaeology
Tuesday, 10-11:30 a.m. Leonardtown library Youths ages 10 and older will identify, interpret and preserve artifacts including excavation of 17th century homestead, seed identification, and using chemistry to clean artifacts. Presented by Jefferson Patterson Park. Free. Registration required at 301-4752846 or www.stmalib.org.
Get more from Google
Wednesday, July 10, 2-3:30 p.m. Charlotte Hall Library Teens, discover the world of Google: docs, apps, and more. The possibilities of what can you can do are endless. Free. Register at 301-884-2211 or www.stmalib.org.
Friday, 6-9 p.m. North Beach, 5th through 7th Streets May through October! This weekly market offers seasonal delights from local farms Sample wines from Calvert County wineries and purchase by the glass or bottle. Classic car enthusiasts can enjoy local vehicles, and Art Fair promotes an art culture through the support of local artists.
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to enhance their productivity skills, develop a more robust personal network, increase organizational knowledge and gain opportunities for professional growth and advancement. JLDP is open to DOD civilians GS 9-13 and WG 9-13 — salary equivalent to GS-09/4 for other pay bands — and military E4-E6 and O1-O3. Visit https://mynavair. navair.navy.mil/careerdevelopment.
Commissary Online Survey
Calvert library, Prince Frederick Saturday, 9-10 a.m. Sharpen your interview skills with an HR professional from Microsoft. Please register at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Until Aug. 1 Whether you shop at your local commissary or not, the commissary wants to hear from you. Take the online survey at www.commissaries. com, click on the “take our survey” link, or access the survey directly at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/DeCA-Shopping-Survey. The survey takes only 8-12 minutes to complete.
Rock the Dock Summer Concerts
DAV Assistance on base
Interview Skills One-on-One
Saturday, 6:30-10:45 p.m.; Sunday, 4-8 p.m. Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa, 4165 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach Enjoy an evening of live music at the waterfront Boardwalk Cafe.
Job Source Mobile Career Center
Wednesday, July 10, 1-4 p.m. Calvert library, Prince Frederick Receive job counseling, resume help, and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This mobile center features computer workstations, satellite internet access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting capabilities; state of the art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access.
Energy Saving Tip: Use Appliances Efficiently The “air dry” setting uses less electricity than the “heated dry” setting.
Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fleet and Family Support Center Each Thursday, members of the Disabled American Veterans St. Mary’s Chapter #26 are at the Fleet and Family Support Center to assist active-duty military and veterans in completing Veterans Administration forms for obtain VA benefits. Call the FFSC at 301342-4911 to schedule an appointment.
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‘Piggin’ on the Patuxent’ Barbeque Competition
Aug. 3 St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge No. 2092 There will be activities throughout the day for all ages: children’s play area, food and beverage vendors, merchandise vendors, raffles and live entertainment. This year there is a one day — two meat, chicken and ribs, contest. All proceeds benefit Charlotte Hall Veterans Home and the Hospice House of St Mary’s. Contact Mike Palmer at loyal@bpoe2092.org or 240-925-3641.
St. Mary’s County Participates in Summer Food Program
Free lunch is available to all children and youths up to age 18 regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Meals are provided from 11 a.m. to noon until Aug. 1 at Lexington Park Elementary and George W. Carver Elementary. Contact L. Michael Jones at 301-475-4256, ext. 5.
St. Mary’s County Summer Camps
Space remains available for the 2013 Summer Camps. St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parks offers a variety of full and half-day summer camps for children and youths ages 3½-12 at locations around the county. Parents can register their children online at www.stmarysmd.com and click Recreate, in person at the Recreation and Parks office in Leonardtown or by mail to P.O. Box 653 Leonardtown, MD 20650. Call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800 or 1801.
The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs through Nov. 30. As part of the Navy community, you have a role in planning for emergencies — preparedness empowers you. It saves lives, property and time. Ready Navy is an emergency preparedness program created for you, the Navy community, to increase the ability of every person and family on or near Navy installations to meet today’s challenges head on and plan and prepare for all types of hazards and natural disasters. Be Ready by visiting www.Ready. Navy.mil.
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Navy 311 At Your Service
Volunteer opportunities:
Got a question? Get an answer. NAVY 311 is a single point of entry to access help desk support across the Navy — and no topic is off limits. Ask NAVY 311 about systems, equipment, training, facilities, career, information technology, medical, logistics and more. Whether you’re at sea, in port, on duty or liberty, NAVY 311 is available 24/7. Call 855-NAVY-311 (855628-9311), visit www.Navy311.navy.mil or email Navy311@navy.mil.
Where’s Gnorman?
Somewhere in this issue we’ve hidden Gnorman the gnome. Be the first to call in his location and receive one Center Stage Theater movie ticket; good for any Center Stage movie. The same person cannot win more than once a month. Calls are only accepted between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Fridays. Call the Tester staff at 301-342-4163. Last week’s winner was Steve Myers.
Off base:
Down and Dirty Mud Run
July 21 Bowie, Md. Down and Dirty is an obstacle-climbing, trail-blasting race that pushes contestants to their limits. There are two courses with more than 20 obstacles, along with a postrace meal and expo for family and friends. Visit www.downanddirtymudrun and enter discount code 10MILDD2013.
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development offers resources and programs to help homeowners with foreclosure prevention through the Home Owners Preserving Equity (HOPE) campaign. The HOPE counseling network helps homeowners understand their realistic options and services provided are at no cost to the homeowner. Call the Maryland HOPE Hotline at 877-462-7555 or visit www. MDHOPE.org.
Pax Natural Resources Division
Volunteers are needed to assist with Diamondback Terrapin nesting surveys on base. Volunteers receive training on how to conduct nest surveys, collect morphometric data from nesting females and eggs, mark adult turtles and protect nests from predators. The project runs through early fall. For more information and to sign up, contact Sarah Funck at 301-757-0001 or at sarah.funck@navy.mil.
Meals on Wheels
The Naval Air Station Patuxent River’s Meals on Wheels program is seeking military and DOD civilian volunteers to deliver lunchtime meals to elderly patrons in the California, Md., area once a month. The route is approximately 12 miles from start to finish and generally takes a little more than an hour to finish. Contact Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Shane Slater at 301-342-3368 or stop by Port Operations in building 312.
Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum
Numerous volunteer opportunities available for any interest. Whether it’s working with children, setting up tents, staffing the front gate or anything in-between, JPPM can use you. For more information, contact Erin Atkinson at 410-586-8512.
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