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TESTER Naval Air Station Patuxent River

Vol. 72, No. 37

Remembering Sept. 11, 2001 Page 2

1 Small ACT can save lives Page 3

Are you a carrot, an egg or coffee?

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Celebrating 72 Years of Community Partnership

September 17, 2015

Pax leaders laud Ombudsmen, tout importance

U.S. Navy photo by Shawn Graham

Command leadership from NAS Patuxent River gather with Ombudsmen from across the installation for the annual Ombudsman Appreciation Luncheon, Sept. 14 at Edge Catering and Conference Center.

Who is an Ombudsman?

By Shawn Graham NAS Patuxent River Public Affairs

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eptember marks the month of appreciation for the Navy Family Ombudsmen.

The Ombudsman Program was introduced to the Navy on Sept. 14, 1970, by Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo Zumwalt, in Z-gram 24, as a means to address issues and concerns that are unique to Navy families.

The Navy recognizes the thousands of individuals who volunteer their time, talents and energy to making a difference in the lives of Navy families.

Most ombudsmen are the spouses of active duty or selected reserve members of the command. The Command Ombudsman is required to attend extensive training in order to be able to assist family with a variety of issues.

resources they need. That, in turn, equips their Sailors with assurance that their families are being taken care of at home.

Whether it’s deployment, disasters or the everyday questions and challenges that face a Navy family, the Ombudsman is there to assist and refer the families to appropriate resources.

What is the role of the Ombudsman?

Find your Ombudsman

The Navy Ombudsman plays an important role in the success of a command’s mission. Ombudsmen are the first point of contact for family members to turn to during a crisis, guiding Navy families to the proper

To find your Ombudsman, visit www.ombudsmanregistry.org, click on “Contact your Ombudsman” and follow the prompts, or call 301-757-1861 to speak to the NAS Patuxent River Ombudsman Coordinator.

Inaugural ‘Knowledge Kafé’ increases command awareness

By Liz Mildenstein Knowledge Management and Best Practices communication coordinator

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“Wikipedia-like” collaboration tool was featured during an event known as “Knowledge Kafé” Aug. 19. The event promoted the Knowledge Management System’s (KMS) new video series and encouraged users to provide feedback regarding KMS’ capabilities.

KMS provides the entire workforce — civilians, military and contractors — “oneclick”access to authenticated business process content. The site allows users to search and locate specific resources that apply to their day-to-day tasks including “how-to” business processes, lessons learned and key contacts associated with each subject area. The site allows the workforce to harness the 3P’s of Knowledge Management: policy, processes and people.

“Collaboration and sharing resources are important to our workforce,” said Buck Buchanan, deputy for Program Management (AIR 1.0). “The Knowledge Man-

agement System is a useful tool that provides our employees with quick access to people, policy, processes and training tied directly to the tasks that they conduct on a daily basis. The site currently provides information on more than 100 business processes across several competencies, and includes real-world examples of successful products that will allow our workforce to replicate proven best practices.”

In addition to these NAVAIR-wide resources, the Knowledge Management and Best Practices (AIR 1.1.2) division recently released and produced the first three videos in a new sequence. These videos, known as the “Wall Chart” series, take viewers on a deep, yet quick, dive into the Defense Acquisition University’s (DAU) famed life cycle. Each video in the series focuses on a different element, beginning with an overview, followed by a breakdown of the acquisition phases in video two and then a summary of milestones, decision points and gate reviews in video three.

“We designed the video series to be short and streamlined introductions into

U.S. Navy photo by J. Raynel Koch

Gabriel Ngounou, left, an electrical engineer with NAWCAD’s Avionics Department, learns about the newest Knowledge Management System’s capabilities from Tom Drobeck, lead for NAVAIR’s Knowledge Management System & Best Practices, during the first “Knowledge Kafe’” event Aug. 19. the complicated pathways of the DAU wall chart,” said Tom Drobeck, Lead for NAVAIR’s KMS and Best Practices.

As the site continues to grow, site feedback is critical in maturing KMS’s capa-

bilities. This feedback process was a key driver in setting up the Kafé event.

“I not only wanted to generate awareness,” said Drobeck, “but I wanted the workforce to understand how their continuous feedback ensures we are building a capability that meets NAVAIR’s current and future knowledge sharing and social collaboration needs.”

Other event participants were the Policy & Guidance (AIR 1.1) and Acquisition and Career Development (AIR 1.5) departments, each of which provided information about other NAVAIR acquisition resources and professional development opportunities. The KMS team plans on hosting additional events in the future like the Knowledge Kafé.

On MyNAVAIR, to submit KMS feedback, visit the Acquisition Management System and select the “Business Processes” tab to access any of the processes links’ “Submit Feedback” form. Those who are interested in a live demonstration of KMS may contact Tom Drobeck at Thomas.Drobeck@navy.mil.

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Remembering Sept. 11, 2001; honoring first responders

U.S. Navy photos by Shawn Graham

NAS Patuxent River Fire & Emergency Services bow their heads during a moment of silence. Of the nearly 3,000 victims killed in the September 11 attacks, 411 were emergency workers in New York City who responded to the World Trade Center.

Master-at-Arms 2nd Class John Melendez and his partner Mark, a military working dog (MWD), paid tribute to the first responders lost during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

Sailors and civilians at NAS Patuxent River line Cedar Point Road to salute first responders during a 9/11 Memorial Parade , honoring those who died Sept. 11, 2001. After the ceremony, chief petty officer selects held a memorial in the parade field across from Building 409.

Helping the homeless, one sock at a time

By Emily Strotman COMFRC and 6.0 Communications Support

For the second year in a row, socks will be collected throughout the month of October to donate to the Three Oaks Center, a homeless shelter in Lexington Park, Maryland.

Socktober, as it’s commonly referred, is a national campaign to raise awareness of homelessness nationwide. Last year was the first year Wilberto Flores, a volunteer coordinator with AIR 6.0’s Naval Acquisition Development Program (NADP) program, headed the event at NAVAIR -with support from Rear Adm. Paul Sohl, Commander, Fleet Readiness Centers (COMFRC); and Rear Adm. CJ Jaynes, Program Executive officer for Air

Anti-Submarine Warfare, Assault and Special Mission Programs (PEO(A)).

“Our Socktober drive is to help those in need - especially veterans and family. During the cold season, a good pair of socks will help keep them warm,” said Flores, who is also a logistics management entry level employee at NAVAIR. “We are hoping to beat last year’s total collection of 180 bags.”

New sock collections will begin Sept. 21 and will run until Oct. 30. Boxes will be located in Buildings 449, 2185, 2187 and the Rear Admiral William A. Moffett Building 2272.

Emily Strotman provides contract communication support as an employee of Bowhead Professional Solutions, LLC.

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Staff at the Three Oaks Center in Lexington Park, Maryland, hold up socks received in last year’s Socktober drive — a campaign to raise awareness of homelessness. Collections for this year will start Sept. 21, and the goal is to beat last year’s collection of 180 bags.

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Fourth annual ‘Laps for Life’ walk/run to be held Sept. 23

By Twila Kopaniasz NAVAIR Total Force Strategy & Management Department

U.S. Navy photo by Shawn Graham

NAS Patuxent River will host the Annual Laps for Life Walk/Run/Team Relay Sept. 23 at the track behind Building 1489. Laps for Life seeks to increase awareness of National Suicide Prevention Month in September.

To increase awareness of National Suicide Prevention Month in September, the NAS Patuxent River Suicide Prevention Coordinator Team is sponsoring the Fifth Annual Laps for Life walk/run/team relay Sept. 23 from 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the track behind the fire station and Building 1489.

Formal teams will be comprised of two to 17 members who can either walk or run one to 17 laps around the track, representing the fact that every 17 minutes, we lose a life to suicide. Before and during the event, participants and spectators can fill out cards in memory of loved ones who may have been suicide victims. The cards will be hung on the fence during the relay in their memory. Rain date is Sept. 30.

Military, civilians, contractors and their family members may sign up to walk or run as many laps as they choose and do not have to be part of a team. To register, civilians should contact Twila Kopaniasz at twila.kopaniasz@navy.mil, and military members should contact Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate Anil Ramdeen at anil. ramdeen@navy.mil.

Contrary to popular belief, you won’t give a person morbid ideas by talking about suicide. The opposite is true: Bringing up the subject of suicide and discussing it openly is one of the most helpful things you can do. Every 43 seconds, someone tries to commit suicide. Suicide can be prevented if the person gets the help he/she needs.

Don’t stand on the sidelines: ACT! Ask – Be willing to listen and stay calm.

Care – Let he/she know you care and take it seriously.

Treat – Seek professional help and stay with him/her.

The suicidal state of mind is usually temporary and reversible with timely assistance. If you’re the one feeling hopeless or depressed or would like to get involved, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK or www.suicide. navy.mil. Talk to a friend, chaplain, minister, co-worker, supervisor, your command’s suicide prevention coordinator or a mental health professional. Remember: You are never alone. There is always hope, and most important, life is worth living.

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1 Small ACT can save lives

U.S. Navy photo by Shawn Graham

September is Suicide Prevention Month across the Navy and DOD. Each year, we use this month to reenergize efforts at the deckplate throughout the upcoming fiscal year, promoting fresh ways to stay engaged with our shipmates, recognize signs of distress, and intervene early. To that end, we’re introducing a new message within our Every Sailor, Every Day campaign: “1 Small ACT.” This message encourages simple actions we can all take as shipmates, leaders, family or friends to promote cohesion and inspire hope, based on Ask Care Treat (ACT) bystander intervention.

Sept. 14 through Oct. 14 Road work is scheduled for Tate Road from the Cuddihy Road intersection to River’s Edge beginning Sept. 14 The work includes repaving the road, so expect lane closures; traffic will be flagged.

Access to Lovell Cove will be limited to one entrance/exit at times. A detour sign will be placed within the neighborhood to help occupants navigate to the appropriate entrance/exit. All dates are pending weather.

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Are you a carrot, an egg or coffee?

We all face adversity – problems, worries, annoyances and frustrations – every day. Common ones include being tired from not getting a good night’s sleep, traffic delays, your car not working properly, computer malfunctions, dealing with bureaucracy and personal information being hacked. While we are pretty much powerless to avoid adversity, the one thing we always have control over is our attitude – our reaction to adversity.

You may be familiar with the story about the young woman who went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. The mother explained that, when faced with adversity, a person can be like one of three things placed in boiling water – a carrot, an egg or coffee. The carrot gets soft, like a person who gives up or gives in. The egg gets hard, like a person who becomes callous or cynical. The coffee turns the water brown. The coffee is the only one of these three things that changes its environment, instead of the environment changing it.

There is another classic story about reacting to adversity. “The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.” Like the first story, a person can avoid feeling like a victim by doing something in response to a problem.

Take traffic delays for example.

Someone who is a ‘carrot’ might sulk and lament why traffic lights aren’t timed better, why others always seem to come to work at the same time they do, or why more people don’t carpool or telework. The person who is an ‘egg’ might take their frustration out on other drivers by preventing them from merging in, honking their horn, or making gestures which indicate disapproval.

The ‘coffee’ person, in contrast, could find a way to make their commute more relaxed and productive, such as listening to audiobooks to make effective use of otherwise wasted time.

Another example would be the significant effort required to keep up with all our mandatory training. The carrot might dutifully take the train-

ing but all the while lamenting how much other work is getting behind.

The egg might complain about how much time it takes, try to get through it as quickly as possible, or try to avoid the training altogether. A coffee person would actually decide to learn something and apply it.

This year’s local Summerstock production was “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.”

It recounted the story of Joseph who was sold into slavery by his brothers, and subsequently imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. Rather than just giving up, or becoming bitter, Joseph simply did his best in whatever circumstances he found himself in.

God rewarded Joseph’s good attitude by enabling him to change his environment, by saving his people from starvation. Joseph was definitely a “coffee” person.

One of the main causes of stress in our lives is the feeling of being powerless, which comes from acting like a carrot or an egg. The next time you face adversity, try a different approach – be the coffee.

Grab a group and get creative

By Donna Cipolloni NAS Patuxent River Public Affairs

The Rassieur Youth Center is looking for creative, fun groups of people to participate in their annual Pumpkin Carnival Door Decorating Contest.

“The contest is open to any command, department, organization or group of coworkers, friends and family,” said Kelly Sifford, youth programs director. “It will take place at our Pumpkin Carnival on Oct. 23.”

Participants must create a free-standing door display at which children, ages 3 through 10, can trick or treat. It might be an actual door or some sort of entryway made from plywood, cardboard or whatever else can be creatively conceived.

Door set-up will begin at 1 p.m. and participants must man their door during the carnival, from 4-6 p.m., Sifford said.

“Child-friendly costumes are encouraged,” she noted.

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A decorated door from last year’s Pumpkin Carnival Festival hosted by the Rassieur Youth Center at NAS Patuxent River.

“The group with the best doorway will win a prize, but everyone involved will receive a certificate of appreciationfortheirservicehours.”

The carnival, held in the youth center’s parking lot will have limited electrical hook-up.

“In the past we’ve had as many as 14 doors, and we’d like to see even more,” Siffordsaid.

So, come on – grab a group and start building a doorway. It’s for the kids!

Decorating challenge deadline Anyone interested in accepting the door decorating challenge can RSVP to Cynthia Watson at cynthia.a.watson@navy.mil or 301-342-1694 by Oct. 2 to let her know of their intent.

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AIR 6.0 celebrates its team at Employee Appreciation Day

By Emily Strotman COMFRC and 6.0 Communications Support

Hundreds of Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR 6.0) employees gathered for food, fun and plenty of laughs during AIR 6.0’s Employee Appreciation Day, Sept. 3.

“This day gives us an opportunity to recognize our employees and their efforts throughout the year,” said Capt. Bob Farmer, AIR 6.0’s executive director. “They work extremely hard, so they deserve this chance to unwind and have fun together.”

The event, held at the Naval Air Station Patuxent River Beach House, featured a catered barbeque lunch, followed by teambuilding activities such as cornhole, a scavenger hunt and a three-legged race.

One favorite was the dunk tank where participants could pay to dunk some of AIR 6.0’s leadership. Money raised from the activity will go toward AIR 6.0’s holiday party.

Rear Adm. Paul Sohl, Commander, Fleet Readiness Centers (COMFRC), and assistant commander of AIR 6.0, took a few minutes to thank them for their efforts and talk about the future.

“The focus of naval aviaton is shifting toward sustainment of our aircraft, and that means it is our time to shine,” Sohl said. “What you do for the warfighter is vitally important because your hard work and ingenuity keeps aircraft mission ready. Thank you for your commitment to our country and the fleet.”

Emily Strotman provides contract communication support as an employee of Bowhead Professional Solutions, LLC.

Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR 6.0) employees enjoy a catered barbecue lunch during Employee Appreciation Day at the Beach House Sept. 3.

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Capt. Eric Schoch, military director of the Aviation Readiness and Resource Analysis Department, falls into the dunk tank during an activity at Logistics and Industrial Operations’ (AIR 6.0) Employee Appreciation Day Sept. 3. Employees paid for an opportunity to dunk some of AIR 6.0’s leadership into the water. Funds raised from the activity will go toward future AIR 6.0 events.

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Former president commissions local artist Pax River employee creates series of paintings for George H.W. Bush

I was bored, I’d look at all these famous works and try to redraw them,” he said. “I got my first oils when I was 11.”

His father was also a private pilot and taught him about flying. “I knew all the instruments on the panel of a Cessna before I could spell or do basic math,” Fiacco said. “These were my father’s interests so I got into them too.”

Fiacco joined the Navy and became a P-3 Orion NFO, but was torn between his two passions. After completing two squadron tours, he left active duty in 1995, to pursue a fine art and illustration degree from Pennsylvania Academia of Fine Arts.

Fiacco returned to active duty in 1998 to complete his 23-year aviation career.

By Kristine Wilcox Navy and Marine Corps Small Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems (PMA-263) Communications

Bob Fiacco has been painting since he was 11 years old and has loved flying even longer so when he was asked to create a painting for former President George H. W. Bush, he felt very honored.

Fiacco, a former naval flight officer (NFO) who now is a program analyst with Bowhead Science and Technology, LLC supporting the Navy and Marine Corps Small Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office (PMA-263), has always had two passions: aviation and art.

When he is off the clock, he is either in his home studio preparing for an upcoming art show or working on the second of three commissioned paintings for the former U.S. president.

More than just an illustration

Commissioned

Earlier this year, Fiacco was hired to create a painting for the president’s 91st birthday celebration in June. Fiacco was chosen based on his previous work and criteria requiring previous military service.

He said the first painting, “Anchor to Windwards,” captures the day when USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) sailed past Bush’s home in Kennebunkport, Maine.

“I got the thank you note from President Bush and was really excited to hear he had my painting in his office,” Fiacco said. “I also sent George W. Bush a limited edition

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Bob Fiacco stands among several of his paintings in his studio. His artwork will be on display at this year’s Artsfest, Sept. 19-20 at Annmarie Gardens in Solomons, Md. print of the painting and he also wrote me a personal thank you note. They are both very generous, down-to-earth people to take the time to do this.”

Since then, Fiacco has been commissioned by the former president to do two additional paintings. His current work will depict Bush flying off the aircraft carrier USS San Jacinto (CVL 30) in

his Grumman TBF “Avenger” torpedo bomber during WWII. The third painting will illustrate the day his Avenger was shot down over Chichi Jima, an island north of Iwo Jima, Japan.

Getting Started

“My father worked in a shop that reproduced paintings onto canvas so when

“I feel fortunate that I’ve had both parts of my life, career wise; being able to be a part of aviation and to do the art,” he said.

“I’ve combined the two with the aviation illustrations that I do.”

He said he likes to add drama to his aviation illustrations so the viewer is not just looking at an airplane. He adds interesting sea states, stormy weather, or tries to create elements of tension within the painting to draw the viewer’s interest.

“The idea of an illustration is when someone looks at it they have to understand immediately what they’re seeing, whereas fine art actually works the opposite way,” Fiacco explained. “Good artwork

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Bob Fiacco, retired P-3 Orion naval flight officer and program analyst for Navy and Marine Corps Small Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office (PMA-263) adds some finishing touches to a P-8A Poseidon painting.

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Fiacco looks forward to painting full time. “This would be the greatest success for me.”

Artwork on display

Fiacco has been participating in art shows for nearly 20 years and has received several awards. Most notably he was the 2012 recipient of the R. G. Smith Award for excellence in naval aviation art, sponsored by the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida. Fiacco’s winning painting was titled “Downing of the Flogger,” and depicted an F-14 “Tom-

cat” shooting down a MiG-23 “Flogger.”

“The R.G. Smith Award is a prestigious award, and I was very surprised to receive it,” Fiacco said. “R.G. Smith has always been one of my favorite artists; I was very, very honored to receive this award. There are some big names who have also received it; I was a bit humbled.”

The National Naval Aviation Museum has two of Fiacco’s other paintings as well – an F5F “Hellcat” and a LC-130 “Hercules” over Antarctica. He also donated two large oil paintings to the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum Association last year.

Fiacco will feature his paintings at Southern Maryland Artsfest Sept. 19-20 at Annmarie Gardens in Solomons, Maryland. More of Fiacco’s work can be found on his website www.robertfiacco.com.

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The 2015 DOD Health Related Behaviors Survey launches worldwide

Active Duty Service and Coast Guard members will be randomly selected to represent their Service branch and complete an anonymous Health Related Behaviors Survey (HRBS). The survey, accessed online, takes about 40 minutes to complete.

The HRBS has been conducted approximately every three years since 1980 and is used to measure the health related behaviors and lifestyles of military personnel that have the potential to impact readiness.

Participation in the survey is entirely voluntary and we hope that you will recognize its importance and find time to answer these health-related questions. The survey can be completed using a government computer during duty hours or a home computer with Internet

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access. To protect your privacy, the survey is anonymous. This means that you will not be asked for your name or other personal identifiers on the survey, and that your responses cannot be linked back to you.

“Through this survey and the service members’ candid responses, our experts are able to uncover those issues that may affect the health and well-being of our Service members,” said Dr. Jonathon Woodson, Assistant Secretary for Health Affairs and Director, Defense Health Agency.

To protect your identity, the survey is designed to be completed in one sitting so if you are interrupted, you will have to start over when you come back to the website. As in past years, a summary report with the survey results will be posted to a DOD website as soon as the final report is ready, in Summer-Fall 2016.

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What’s Happening With MWR

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9 & 10 a.m. October 31 at the River’s Edge Come dressed in your Halloween costume! Enjoy breakfast while strolling characters visit your table and interact with the children.

Cameras and autograph books welcome. $15 for Adults, $10 for Children ages 3-10, Free for Children 2 & under. Purchase your tickets at the River’s Edge before Friday, October 30.

adventure packages through Ruddy Duck Adventures! They offer kayaking, nature exhibits, stand up paddle-boarding, sculpture gardens, boat rides and more in the Southern Maryland area. All offered with all-inclusive packages to help you get the most out of your adventure.

Visit the website at http://www.ruddyduckadventures.com/ and use coupon code: 114 Available for all Pax River Patrons.

Playgroup at Glenn Forest Community Center: 10-11 a.m. September 17 and 24

Drill Hall Summer Hours: 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and holidays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays

Ready Navy- www.ready.navy.mil Summer is here, and hazardous weather conditions are too! If you would like an information packet on how to prepare for hurricanes, severe weather, and other potential emergencies, please stop by the Fleet and Family Support Center (21993 Bundy Rd, Building. 2090) to get your free information bag.

For all MWR news, events and programs visit the MWR Pax River website at www.NavyMWRPaxRiver.com.

Phone directory Information, Tickets and Travel Office 301-342-3648 Drill Hall 301-757-3943 River’s Edge 301-342-3656 NRC Solomons 410-326-6903 Fleet & Family Support Center 301-342-4911 Center Stage Theater 301-342-5033 Customized Creations 301-342-6293 Rassieur Youth Center 301-342-1694 Special Events Burst of Color 5K Fun Run/Walk 10 a.m. September 26 Large Pavilion at Navy Getaways Solomons $10 for E1-E6; $15 for E7 and above; $20 for all others; $10 for Children 6-12; Free for Children 5 & under. Register at the Sports & Fitness Office in the Drill Hall by September 18.

240th Navy Birthday Concert Featuring: Josh Turner, Parmalee and Natalie Stovall and the Drive 5 p.m. October 17 NAS Pax River Parade Field Free concert open to all with base access, no tickets necessary.

First come, first served.

River’s Edge Not So Scary Halloween Brunch

Open for lunch 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays “We Proudly Serve” Starbucks now available at River’s Edgeand Eddie’s Cafes in Bldg. 2185 & 2187.

Open Monday - Friday; 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Customized Creations Paint N’ Party 4:30-8 p.m. October 1 Bald Eagle Pub We will be painting a unique Halloween design of a pumpkin head scarecrow. Bring along a friend and have some fun painting that you can take home. It’s perfect to display all month long and for Halloween.

All materials will be included in the price. Cost is $35 per person. Register at Customized Creations.

ITT Tickets available Washington Nationals Baltimore Orioles Navy Football Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Bowie Baysox Ruddy Duck Adventures MWR now offers a discount on

Beach Workouts 7-8 a.m. every Tuesday & Thursday at Cedar Point Beach.

Beach workouts are open to all station personnel. No reason to register, just show up and remember to wear light clothes and bring water.

24th Annual 10K Fall Classic 9 a.m. October 17 Drill Hall Pre-registration is $20 for entries received prior to the event at the Fitness and Sports Office. Free to active-duty military without official 10K shirt. Registration is $22 the day of the race from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the Drill Hall. Open to active-duty, reservist and retired military, DOD civilians, family members and accompanied guests.

Resume Writing 1-4 p.m. September 17 Ten Steps to a Federal Job 1-4 p.m. September 24 Stress Management 9-11 a.m. September 30 Budgeting for Baby 10 a.m.-Noon September 30 at Bldg. 401

Clinical Counseling Services Clinical Counseling services can directly improve the quality of life of service members and their family by addressing the stressors facing today’s military. To make an appointment with a counselor, call 301-3424911 or 202-685-6019.

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) EFMP is a DOD program that addresses the special needs of military families. Sailors with an exceptional family member -- a family member with special needs such as a medical or educational disability -- are encouraged to enroll in the EFMP so the Navy can do its part in caring for EFM needs. For more information, please contact the EFMP coordinator at 301-757-1861.

Financial Counseling Services The Personal Financial Educator can help individuals and families in managing their finances, resolving financial problems and to reach longterm goals. Take control of your finances and make an appointment with a counselor by calling 301-342-5442.

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Center Stage Theater Thursday, September 17 6:30 p.m., The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (Rated: PG-13, 1 hr. 41 mins.)

CIA agent Solo and KGB agent Kuryakin are forced to put aside longstanding hostilities and team up on a joint mission to stop a mysterious international criminal organization that is bent on destabilizing the fragile balance of power through the proliferation of nuclear weapons and technology. The duo’s only lead is the daughter of a vanished German scientist, who is the key to infiltrating the criminal organization, and they must race against time to find him and prevent a worldwide catastrophe.

Friday, September 18 6:30 p.m., Hitman: Agent 47 (Rated: R, 1 hr. 36 mins.)

The film centers on an elite assassin who was genetically engineered from conception to be the perfect killing machine, and is known only by the last two digits on the barcode tattooed on the back of his neck. He is the culmination of decades of research – and forty-six earlier Agent clones – endowing him with unprecedented strength, speed, stamina and intelligence. His latest target is a mega-corporation that plans to unlock the secret of Agent 47’s past to create an army of killers whose powers surpass even his own. Teaming up with a young woman who may hold the secret to overcoming their powerful and clandestine enemies, 47 confronts stunning revelations about his own origins and squares off in an epic battle with his deadliest foe.

9:00 p.m., Sinister II (Rated: R, 1 hr. 37 mins.)

Courtney and her twin boys, Zach and Dylan, have moved into a seemingly idyllic secluded old house in an

attempt to start a new life. But the building has a secret: it is the scene of a gruesome ritualistic murder which bears a striking resemblance to a series of family slayings that have taken place over the past fifty years.

A private detective investigating the recent massacre of a famous author and his family is led to Courtney and her children, whom he believes will be the next victims. As he pieces together the mystery behind the murders he uncovers an ancient myth that means the killer might be someone or something - more evil than anything he could have imagined.

Saturday, September 19 4:00 p.m., The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (Rated: PG-13, 1 hr. 41 mins.)

6:30 p.m., Hitman: Agent 47 (Rated: R, 1 hr. 36 mins.)

9:00 p.m., Sinister II (Rated: R, 1 hr. 37 mins.)

Sunday, September 20 2:00 p.m., Shaun the Sheep Movie (Rated: PG, 1 hr. 25 mins.)

When Shaun decides to take the day off and have some fun, he gets a little more action than he bargained for. A mix up with the Farmer, a caravan, and a very steep hill lead them all to the Big City and it’s up to Shaun and the flock to return everyone safely to the green grass of home.

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News Briefs ON BASE: St. Nicholas Chapel Protestant Services • 11 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. Sundays in the Religious Program Center located next to the Chapel Catholic Services • Catholic Rosary prayer service 11:35 a.m. weekdays in the Chapel • Bible Studies All Bible studies have been suspended for the summer Tate Road Work Sept. 14 through Oct. 14 Road work is scheduled for Tate Road from the Cuddihy Road intersection to River’s Edge. The work includes repaving the road, so expect lane closures; traffic will be flagged. Access to Lovell Cove will be limited to one entrance/exit at times. A detour sign will be placed within the neighborhood to help occupants navigate to the appropriate entrance/exit. All dates are pending weather New TRICARE rules for brand name drugs Starting Oct. 1 A new law requires all TRICARE beneficiaries, except active duty

service members, to get select brand name maintenance drugs through either TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery or from a military pharmacy. Beneficiaries who keep using a retail pharmacy for these drugs will have to pay the full cost.

Read full details at www.tricare.mil/ rxnewrules090115.

NDW Uniform Shift Oct. 5 Naval District Washington shift to winter uniform is Oct. 5.

New Pharmacy Hours Beginning Oct. 5 The pharmacy located in the Navy Exchange is modifying its Wednesday hours. Beginning Oct. 5, the hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. all other weekdays; closed weekends and all Federal holidays.

Six Week Advanced Notice Required for Ceremony Services Effective Oct. 1 NAS Patuxent River Public Works Department received a number of late ceremony services requests this summer. PWD requires a minimum of six weeks notification for all new ceremony requirements, including retirements, exams and all special events due to contract action processing requirements.

Strict enforcement of the requirement for six week advance notification will remain in place until further notice.

View special events and awards photos Ever wonder where to find the photos from awards ceremonies, reenlistments and other events that were captured by PAO? Not only are they published in Tester monthly, but you can find them and download them on Facebook and Flickr too. Questions? Call 301-757-3343 or 301-757-6748.

FLICKR: https://www.flickr.com/ photos/naspaxriver/; FACEBOOK: NASPaxRiver Where’s Gnorman?

Somewhere in this issue we’ve hidden Gnorman the gnome. Anyone spotting Gnorman can email tester@dcmilitary.com or phone 301-342-4163 now through 5 p.m.

Monday with a brief description of his location. One name is drawn from the correct entries and wins a Center Stage Theater movie ticket.

The same person cannot win more than once per month. Last week’s winner was Jerry Uhrich who found Gnorman on page 3 in the “wear the eagle” photo.

OFF BASE: Joint Base Andrews Air Show 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 19 Free admission with shuttles and parking at FedEx Field and Branch Avenue Metro Station; shuttles run from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Opening ceremonies and air demos start at

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Around Town 11:30 a.m. Headline act is the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. Visit www. andrews.af.mil/library/2015jointbas eandrewsairshow.asp.

Coastline College to visit area Sept. 24 Southern Military Higher Education Center A military student advisor from Coastline Community College will be on-hand to talk with current and future students as well as military family members. The military advisor will also provide an overview of the educational programs offered at the school for military and family members. For questions, contact Kevin Stuart at (785) 416-0860.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: St. Mary’s County Reads Training Session 5:30 p.m. Sept. 17 Lexington Park library Volunteers needed to read aloud with children while parents wait for appointments at the St. Mary’s County Department of Social Services, Lexington Park Center in 1.5 hour time slots. Volunteers will receive training and all books and materials are provided. Contact Janice Walthour at 301-862-2296 or lwalthour@md.metrocast.net for more information.

PaxSpace Open House 6-9 p.m. Sept. 18 44180 Airport View Drive, Bay 8 The public is invited to tour PaxSpace, St. Mary’s County’s Makerspace. See demonstrations of 3D printers, learn information about kid’s events and tour the electronics shop, wood shop and more.

Legends at Budds Creek 8 a.m. Sept. 19 and 20 MD International Speedway, 27861 Budds Creek Road, Mechanicsville This historic drag, muscle cars and custom car show has every nostalgic motorized thing you can imagine. From muscle cars to classics, street roads to street machines, customs, pick-ups, vans, altered, funny cars, willys and more.

Accompanying the event will be a huge swap meet and some great oldies music. Admission. Visit www. racemdir.com for details and schedule of events.

Coastal Arts Market 9 a.m. Sept. 19 Port of Leonardtown Park Held the third Saturday of every month, the arts market features handmade, affordable art from local and regional artists and artisans.

Includes painting, photography, ceramics, glass, jewelry, wood, handmade quilts, clothing, soap, furniture and more.

Forrest Hall Farm Crazy Corn Maze 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 19 through Oct. 31 39136 Avie Lane, Mechanicsville Ticket to corn maze includes hayride, farm animals, picnic and play areas. Farm shop features farm-grown produce, flowers meat and a variety of baked goods and snacks. Visit www.forresthallfarm.com.

Maryland Lighthouse Challenge 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 19 and 20 How many Chesapeake lighthouses can you see in a weekend?

See two of these treasures in Solomons – Drum Point and Cove Point Lighthouses. This year’s focus is on lighthouse architecture with special emphasis on John Donohoo, the most prolific builder of Chesapeake Bay lighthouses. Visit cheslights.org and search MD Lighthouse Challenge for more information.

22nd Annual Artsfest 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 19 and 20 Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center Celebrate the visual, performing and creative arts with a weekend of family fun. More than 160 juried artists, over 25 musicians, free children’s activities, strolling performers and more. Food and beverages for sale. Admission.

125th Anniversary of Indian Head Naval Facility Noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 Village Green Pavilion, 100 Walter Thomas Rd., Indian Head Free family friendly event open to the public. Live music from Navy Country Current and Sam Grow bands. Children’s games and activities, Navy divers and military exhibits, including EOD Robotics.

• Discover other fun, interesting and educational things to do and places to go throughout the area by visiting: St. Mary’s County events: w w w. v i s i t s t m a r y s m d . c o m / events–entertainment/ St. Mary’s County libraries: www.stmlib.org

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