November 9, 2012
SOUTH POTOMAC PILOT NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY
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The scientists and engineers of Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) were joined by local, state and federal leaders Nov. 1 at a ribbon-cutting ceremony opening the long-awaited Energetic System andTechnology Laboratory Complex at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Maryland Senator Ben Cardin and Rep. Steny Hoyer heralded the complex as a new chapter in the storied history of NSWC IHD, the Navy's center of excellence for energetics. The celebration began with a tour of the state-of-the-art, 27,604 squarefoot facility, designated Building 3157. NSWC IHD officials briefed Cardin and Hoyer about the critical military capabilities that will be developed and refined at the new lab, the first phase of what is planned to be five new buildings comprising a new engineering campus for the command. The project will consolidate work now done in 22 older buildings spread across NSF Indian Head, offering energy savings and increasing the efficiency of NSWC Indian Head Division operations.
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From left to right, Mike Adams, systems engineering department head at NSWC IHD, Maryland Senator Ben Cardin, Rep. Steny Hoyer, Capt. Tom Smith, commander of NSWC IHD, Dennis McLaughlin, NSWC IHD technical director, Amy O'Donnell, NSWC IHD deputy technical director, and Donald McCormack, technical director of NSWC, cut the ribbon at the ceremony opening the Energetic System and Technology Laboratory Complex. During the tour, Brian Schaffer, senior exploitation technologist for NSWC IHD, demonstrated some of the counter-improvised explosive de-
vice (IED) work accomplished by his department. "These are very nasty devices and it's important to model accurately,"
Shaffer told Cardin and Hoyer. "We really like having the synergy of this
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Contract for new steam distribution system Goddard Power Plant set for demolition; replacement will cut energy and water consumption The Navy's last coal-fired power plant is set to close after Naval Facilities Engineering CommandWashington awarded a $68 million contract to Clark Construction and The Bell Company on Sept. 28 to build a more efficient facility. The funded military construction project will provide Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head with decentralized steam and a 3.5 megawatt cogeneration facility for electricity and steam. A combination natural gas turbine and heat recovery steam generator will replace the installation's Goddard Power Plant in 2014. Demolition of the Goddard power plant complex is scheduled for completion in 2016. "The Goddard Power Plant com-
plex began operations in 1957 and has exceeded its service life," said Capt. Ken Branch, commanding officer, NAVFAC Washington. "This new project will save millions of dollars for the Navy and allow us to be better stewards of the local environment." Constructed in 1957, the Goddard Power Plant generates steam, compressed air and approximately 67 percent of the electric power used at NSF Indian Head. The power plant requires frequent costly repair and maintenance. Because of the outdated equipment, both steam production and steam transmission have become unreliable, directly affecting the mission of the supported commands
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U.S. Navy photo by James Johnson II
Alyson Harbage, NAVFAC Washington contracting officer, inks a $68 million contract award to replace the 55-year-old Goddard Power Plant at NSF Indian Head with a more efficient natural gas turbine and heat recovery steam generator. Rear Adm. Patrick Lorge, Commandant, Naval District Washington (center) looks on with (l. to r.) Cmdr. Matt Riethmiller, NAVFACWASH assistant operations officer; Donald White, IPT Blue supervisor; contract specialists Karoline Duffy and Matthew Gilliard; and NAVFACWASH utilities program lead David Capozzoli.
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NSF Indian Head celebrates Halloween
NSF Indian Head MWR hosted the third annual Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday, 27 October. Over 250 people attended and fun was had by all. Participants, both young and not so young, enjoyed a hay ride, selecting a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch, arts and crafts, face painting, food, music and a haunted house. Each year this event grows bigger and better, leaving people looking forward to next year. Thank you to all who came out to enjoy a little Halloween spirit with MWR!
NSASP hosts deer hunt for Wounded Warriors By Andrew Revelos NSASP Staff Writer Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) and theWoundedWarrior Project hosted a deer hunt Oct. 27 at Naval Support Facility Indian Head's Stump Neck Annex. Six wounded warriors enjoyed a hearty lunch with the base's firefighters before heading out to the woods in search of antlers and venison. Unusually warm temperatures did not make for ideal hunting conditions, but months of preparation and planning by firefighters assigned to NSASP paid off. As the sun lowered in the sky and shadows darkened the woods, shots rang out through the trees. The wounded warriors came into the hunt with various levels of prior hunting experience. Some enjoyed hunting regularly; others had not been able to enjoy the pursuit due to deployments and hospital time. For Sayngeun Phounamkha, a wounded Army veteran, the day was his first ever hunt. His motivation for trying out hunting was simple: he wanted to experience something new. Being a novice, however, Phounamkha used some humor to manage his expectations for the day. "I know I've
Wounded warriors, guides and volunteers enjoyed success at the fire house at Stump Neck Annex on Oct. 27. gone fishing before and haven't caught anything, so I hope this is not going to be like fishing," he said. "I don't know what things will look like out there; I just took my [hunter] safety class last week." Previous, unsuccessful attempts at fishing led Phounamkha to believe he might not be cut out to be an outdoorsman. His guide for the day, firefighter and longtime hunter Bill Robey, shared one of his favorite spots for the hunt. The ground blind was situated close to the Potomac River, under a stand of mature oak trees bordered by thick brush. It was an outstanding site and
testament to Robey's hunting experience. No matter how good the preparation, however, it is a rare hunt that goes exactly according to plan. Phounamkha and Robey entered the blind and loaded the shotgun. Hours passed and no deer revealed themselves. Perhaps it was the warm weather; perhaps it was the approach of Hurricane Sandy, which was expected to hit the region the next day. Small talk about hunting, the military and life in general helped pass the time. Phounamkha showed patience that was a cut above mostnovices,buttheconfined quarters of the blind seemed
to make his body ache. A few shots rang out in the distance, making the wait all the more difficult. The deer were obviously out there, but would they come into view neartheblindandofferashot? At roughly 5:30 in the evening, Robey's scouting paid a dividend. As the shadows grew longer, a doe walked into view. Phounamkha raised the shotgun and fired a perfect shot. The doe crumpled into the leaves and Robey congratulated Phounamkha.The crickets chirped, an owl hooted and the normal evening chorus of the woods returned. It was unclear
Wounded warrior Ron Kellogg took a seven-point buck during the wounded warrior hunt at Stump Neck Annex. whether or not Phounamkha noticed any of this over the sound of his beating heart. "I wasn't nervous before but now I am," he said. "I didn't think I was going to get a rush like that." "That's the adrenaline," explained Robey. The considerable noise of the shotgun blast within the blind surprised Phounamkha. "Do you guys
wear earplugs?" he asked. "What?" replied Robey, with no hint of irony. Phounamkha laughed and sent a text to his wife. He laughed again when he got her reply. "She was amazed," he said. "'You shot the deer?' Yeah." After hauling his prize out of the woods, Phounamkha
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CBIRF Marines and Sailors of the year
CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED Van or Car pool desired from Fredericksburg or King George to Indian Head, Monday thru Friday with one RDO, prefer 7430, but hours can be negotiated. 703909-3380. Riders wanted to start a carpool from the Northern Neck (Lively/Lancaster), passing through Warsaw at 0605 and Montross at 0615, arriving at Dahlgren by 0700; leaving Dahlgren at 1600. Call Lea at 540-6536776 or 571-232-5412 (cell). From the Ferry Farm area to Dahlgren Bldg. 1500 area. Prefer early work hours. Call Mark, 540-653-2148.
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Riders wanted for van pool. Leaves from Richmond at Home Depot on Atlee-Elmont Rd. (exit # 86B off I-95) to Dahlgren. Call David at (540) 653-9203.
Marine Col. Peter W. Ahern (l.), commanding officer for the Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) at Naval Support Facility Indian Head, congratulates the command's Marines and Sailors of the Year (l. to r.): Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year Cpl. Michael Gannon, Marine of the Year Cpl. Phillip McMahon, Blue Jacket Sailor of the Year Hospital Corpsman Steven McPherson, and Sailor of the Year Hospital Corpsman Harley Meyer. All four service members received Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, along with gift cards from the Indian Head Branch of the Navy Federal Credit Union, presented by branch manager Wendy Baxter (r.).
Clinton, Md., to Dahlgren. Hours are flexible (0600 - 1700). Call Miranda at 703692-9590.
Hurricane Sandy proves preparation a must
Carpool/vanpool wanted from Montross area to Dahlgren. Can also take up to 3 or 4 riders from here if they would prefer me to drive. Call Doc at 252-670-6686. Early risers only.
Want to start a carpool? Need riders? “Commuter Clearinghouse� is a source for information on carpools or vanpools that already exist and need passengers, as well as a place for employees to advertise to start a carpool or vanpool. Whether you already operate a carpool or vanpool and are open to accepting new riders or need drivers, or if you are looking for a carpool or vanpool, provide us with information that might help you find or start a commuter opportunity, such as, where you will need to commute from and to, preferred schedule and contact information. You can send your information via e-mail to nsasp_pao_dlgr@ navy.mil or contact our office toll free at 866-359-5540, or DSN 249-8153, or 540-653-8153.
FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING SERVICE GWRideConnect is a free ridesharing service that assists persons who are seeking daily transportation from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and King George counties to employment locations in Dahlgren among other employment sites. Go to www.gwregion.org/gwride connect.html.
The howling winds and driving rain from Hurricane Sandy that were predicted for the region arrived last week, but mercifully left the area none the worse for wear. Though some trees came down and there were spotty power outages, the brunt of the storm's fury ravaged the upper East Coast. Just viewing the unthinkable devastation to our neighbors to the north is proof enough that you must have a plan in place for you and your family. Base officials spent several tense days setting Conditions of Readiness for Sandy to protect base assets and residents. Messages, weather briefs and conference calls were conducted throughout the week and weekend with NSASP Crisis Action Team members and supported commands with a checklist of preparations that should be completed as the storm came closer. Some supported commands instituted Mission Essential Personnel only report, unscheduled telework and leave policies or closed their operations on Monday and Tuesday. You should also have a checklist for you and your family. A predicted Nor'easter this week is just the beginning of winter weather, which brings the threat of ice, snow, wind, dangerous road conditions and prolonged power outages. The NSASP Family Disaster Preparedness Guide, located at http://issuu.com /garyr.wagner/docs/family_disaster_pre paredness_guide, provides guidance on how to prepare for a variety of emergency situations. The guide includes steps for making a family plan for disasters and emergencies; facts about natural and man-made threats; advice about specialneeds family members, children and pets; steps for making a Family Disaster Supply Go-Kit and a fill-in Family Plan for Disasters and Emergencies (pull-out section) that can be pulled out and copied for family members. The pull-out sections also include contact numbers for county information and support. Educating your family on the plan is of utmost importance. Be sure safety is taken into account - burning candles
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NSF Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head saw minor impact from super storm Sandy as the hurricane made its way north along the eastern seaboard of the United States on Oct. 29-30. High winds uprooted this large tree, which fell within 30 feet of Dahlgren's new Child Development Center. Altogether, the storm's heavy rainfall and gusting winds were responsible for some leaks in buildings, a few brief power outages, and a good amount of downed tree branches at both bases. pose danger as does a generator that's operating but not properly ventilated. Be sure everyone in your home is aware of how to be ready while being safe. In addition to preparing your family, be sure you're in a position to receive as much information as possible during emergencies. Base employees that have NMCI accounts should register for text messages and home emails on the Computer Desktop Notification System. Employees should also consider "liking" the Naval Support Activity South Potomac Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ NSASouthPotomac, which is a great way to receive information instantly via a smartphone. Base employees can also check base status for Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren by dialing (540) 653-8153 or toll-free (866) 359-5540. The base status phone number for NSF Indian Head is (301) 744-4000 or toll-free (866) 359-5540. Pre-recorded messages on all base status phone lines will indicate whether either installation is open on normal operating schedule, on a delayed opening or closed. Base status information for NSF Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head will also
be posted as an alert message on NSASP's website at www.cnic.navy.mil/SPotomac. Registering for KGAlert or Charles County Alert allows employees to get quick notification on not only base happenings but also weather and traffic information around the base. Employees should also be familiar with their command notification system and contact any necessary numbers to get specific information for their command. If you'd like to help those who suffered severe damage during Hurricane Sandy, many organizations, nationally and locally, are providing relief to those in need. For more information, visit these websites or pages: American Red Cross - www.redcross.org/Hurricane_Aid Salvation Army - www.salvationarmyusa.org/ Operation Rebuild Recover https://www.facebook.com/#!/RebuildRecover Hurricane Sandy New Jersey Relief Fund - https://sandynjrelieffund.org/index.html United Way - www.uwsandyrecovery.org
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Base Happenings
Friday, November 9, 2012
Dahlgren School holds mock elections
Dahlgren Flu Shot Clinic Nov. 16
The Dahlgren Branch Medical Clinic will hold a flu shot clinic on Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Dahlgren Navy Exchange. This flu shot clinic is open to all with base access. Flu shots will be administered free.
Dahlgren CFC Prize Drawings
The Dahlgren CFC will be giving away a 32" television and a Kindle Fire in drawings on Nov. 29 and Dec. 12. All pledge slips will receive an entry into the drawing. Contact your local keyworker to review this year's CFC brochure and obtain a pledge slip. The drawing is open to all employees. To enter, call (540) 284-0129.
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
AChristmasTreeLightingCeremonywillbeheldatCaffeeCircleatNSFDahlgrenonDec.5at5p.m. Theceremony willbefollowedbyadinnerfromthebasechapelandgames by the USO. This event is open to all with base access.
Dahlgren Commissary Holiday Hours
The Dahlgren Commissary has announced their 2012 holiday hours. The commissary will be open the Monday before Thanksgiving, November 19 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving; open Friday after Thanksgiving 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; open Monday, December 24 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; closed Christmas; open day after Christmas 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; open Monday, December 31 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and closed New Year's Day.
Army v. Navy Blood Drive Challenge
Go Navy - beat Army - in blood donations, that is! Participate in this special blood drive on Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at JD's Conference Center. All donors will receive an Army v. Navy t-shirt. NSWC Federal Credit Union will have their prize wheel for all participants, as well as giveaways from Old Dominion University and the USO. There will be snacks for all donors. To make an appointment, visit www.militarydonor.com. Give our troops the most precious gift of all, the gift of life - give blood!
Indian Head Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
A Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held on Strauss Avenue at NSF Indian Head on Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. The event will be followed by fun, games and hot chocolate at the NSFIH USO. This event is open to all with base access.
"Treasures" Thrift Store Needs Donations!
TreasuresThrift Store, located at 12 Strauss Ave. is open everyTuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations of gently used items are currently being accepted.Want to earn up to $5 in free items from the thrift store every month? Volunteer! Stop by the thrift store during operating hours or email ihspouseclub@live.com for information.
To publish information on your event or program under "Base Happenings," contact NSASP Public Affairs at 540-653-8153 or email jeron.hayes@navy.mil.
On the morning of October 31st, the mock polls opened at Dahlgren School. Students in grades 1-8 registered to vote, received their voter registration cards, and voted. Campaign posters were posted outside of the polls. Using the new "Smart response clickers," students voted and then received "I voted" stickers and flags, thanks to the PTO. The results were close with 53 votes going to Obama and 46 votes going to Romney. Dahlgren School teachers Mrs. Minnick and Mrs. Bonaime set up the "election" with the help of several parent volunteers. Students learned the importance of the right and responsibility of voting as a citizen.
Veterans Day Discounts All veterans, below are just some of the many discounts offered for your service to our country. Please note specific dates that deals are available and check with your local business locations for participation. Take advantage of these great deals this Veterans' Day! APPLEBEE’S - Military Veterans and active-duty servicemembers will be able to eat FREE at any Applebee’s across the U.S. on Veterans Day, Sunday, November 11. There will be six entrées available from the menu. Guests will be asked to show one or more of the following as proof of service: a U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card, a U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, current Leave and Earnings Statement, veterans organization card, a photograph in uniform, or wearing a uniform in person. For more information aboutVeterans Day at Applebee’s, visit the Applebee’s website http://www.applebees.com/vetDay/default.aspx. CHILI’S - FREE meal,Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov 11. Chili’s is offering all military Veterans past and present their choice of one of six meals.This offer is available during business hours at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. All desserts priced $5 for veterans and active duty military. Simply show
proof of military service. COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG - Free admission and a parade and ceremony honoring America's veterans, featuring the ColonialWilliamsburg Fifes and Drums, Military Programs Staff, and members of Williamsburg community veterans groups. All armed forces veterans are welcome and encouraged to participate. At the conclusion of the march, we will hold a commemorative service behind the Courthouse. Visit http://www.colonialwilliamsburg.com/plan/calendar/military-parade-vets/. DENNY'S RESTAURANTS - All-you-can-eat pancakes. Participating Denny’s restaurants will be offering an all-you-caneat pancakes meal on Monday, Nov 12. Remember to call ahead and verify that your local Denny’s is participating. FAMOUS DAVE'S - On November 11, in honor of Veterans Day, Famous Dave's would like to thank all former and current military personnel for their dedication and commitment to our country. Please visit their website for offers and deals by location, http://www.famousdaves.com/promo/veteransday/.
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MWR Highlights Dahlgren Bowling Center 540-653-7327
Bowl a Turkey 2012
November 1 - 18 Bowl a Turkey (three strikes) and drop your name in the box with your phone number. The winner receives a Thanksgiving turkey. For more information, contact Cannonball Lanes 540-653-7327.
brary and MWR will pay for the postage. We need your correspondence by November 4 to ensure that the sailors get your holiday messages on time. For more information, please contact the Dahlgren Library / Resource Center at 540-653-7474.
Craftech/Hobby Center 540-653-1730
Stained Glass Angel
Liberty Center 540-653-7277
Liberty Tailgate Party
Every Sunday in November from 1 - 10 p.m. Free to Liberty Center Patrons only - E1 - E-6. Single/unaccompanied active duty Military. Come over to the Liberty Center and watch your favorite team battle it out on the gridiron. Food and beverages will be provided. For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.
November 15, 4:30 p.m. Create an angel from stained glass in this one-evening class. Cost $25 includes all materials. Maximum class size four. For more information, please contact Craftech at 540-653-1730.
Youth Activities Center 540-653-8009
Month of the Military Family Family Fun Night - Bingo
on or before the day of the race. T-shirts will be given to the first 20 registrants. This race is open to all eligible patrons. $5 per Civilian and Free for Military. For more information, call Ira Seth at 540-653-2215 or the Fitness Center at 540-653-8580. Sponsored by NSWC Federal Credit Union.
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Special Event 540-653-1730
Craftech Holiday Craft Show Friday, November 16, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Dahlgren Community House Shop for your Christmas items early! Jewelry, pottery, handcrafted items, decorative painted items, specialty candy, herbs, food and hourly drawings. For more information, please contact Craftech at 540-6531730.
Indian Head Mix House Rentals
November 12, 4 p.m. Van will leave from Dahlgren Liberty Center Free to Liberty Center patrons only Each year, Golden Corral provides a free meal to active duty military. Liberty will provide the transportation. For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.
November 14, 6:30 p.m. Allow the Youth Activity Center to treat you and your family to a night of bingo. For youth school ages K - 17 dependants of active duty military, DoD Civilians, and base contractors. Prizes and refreshments provided. For more information, call the Youth Activities Center (YAC) at 540-653-8009. Sponsored by NSWC Federal Credit Union.
The holiday season is right around the corner, and the Mix House is the perfect location for your next gathering. Stop by and check out the new renovations and spectacular views from the deck overlooking the Potomac River! The Mix House can be rented for office parties, birthday parties or any special event you may have. The facility can be set up any way you would like for your event. To book your date or take a tour, please call 301-744-6487.
General Library
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Liberty Golden Corral Trip
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Month of the Military Family Holiday Cards to the Troops
November 13-16, 10:30 a.m. Drop off your letters and cards to the Li-
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American Smoke Out 1.5.mile Run/Walk
November 15, 11 a.m. Register at the Dahlgren Fitness Center
Dahlgren Movie Theater
Turkey Trot 5K November 15, Fitness Center Register at the Fitness Center by 10:30 a.m. on race day, race starts at 11 a.m. First place male and female will win a turkey!
Hours of Operation Friday: 7 p.m. Showing Saturday: 7 p.m. Showing Price of Shows $5 Civilian, $4 Active Duty, Retired and Reserve Mil. E-7 and above and their family members with ID, $2.50 E1-E6 and below and their family members with ID, $2 Child (6-11), Free - Child (5 and under). Movies shown in 3-D will add an additional $1 to ticket price. Nov 9 - House at the End of the Street Rated PG-13 - 101 min. Nov 10 - (Matinee 2 p.m.) Finding Nemo (3-D) Rated G - 107 min. Nov 10 - Resident Evil: Retribution Rated R - 97 min. Nov 16 - Dredd 3-D Rated R - 98 min. Nov 17 - End of Watch Rated R - 109 min.
Racquetball Tournament
November 26 Weight House Fitness Center and the Stump Neck Annex Fitness Center Come test your skills in a tournament. Register at the Fitness Center front desk or email tracey.webster@navy.mil by November 23. Games scheduled upon availability. Open to all eligible patrons. $5 for civilians, FREE for military. Prizes given to first and second place male and female division winners.
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Community Notes Dahlgren The King George Ruritans and King George American Legion will sponsor aVeterans Day Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the King George Middle School Auditorium. This event will honor area veterans and emergency services workers. It is free and open to the public.
comes clarinetist Takako Mato, flutist Lucy Snell and pianist Stephen Johnson to perform at the Ward Virts Concert Series at 3 p.m., Nov. 11 at the Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119. The performance is the second of six in the concert series, which is held at CSM's Prince Frederick Campus, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. Admission is free and seating is open but limited. Contact 443-550-6011, rfleming@csmd.edu or www.csmd.edu/Arts.
Craft Fair at Riverbend High School
La Plata Veterans' Parade
King George Veterans Day Ceremony
YoungLives, a branch of the ministry of Young Life that mentors and supports teen moms in the community, is hosting a craft fair to benefit the Program forTeen Parents, a program of the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB). The craft fair is Saturday, November 10 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Riverbend High School (located at 12301 Spotswood Furnace Road, Fredericksburg). Admission is free. For craft fair registration information, contact Karey Spears (540-8466490 or PTPcraftshow@gmail.com). All proceeds from the purchase of vendor spaces benefit the Childcare Assistance Fund, which enables teen parents to complete high school by supplementing the cost of daycare. Last year, a dozen students benefited from the Childcare Assistance Fund. To learn more about how you can support the Program for Teen Parents, please contact Joan Gillis (540374-3337 or jgillis@racsb.state.va.us).
Indian Head Ward Virts Free Concert Series Presents Musicians Mato, Snell, Johnson, Nov. 11
The College of Southern Maryland wel-
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and Robey made their way back to the fire house. There, they learned that two other wounded warriors in the hunting party had also taken deer. Hunting stories were exchanged over more food provided by NSF Indian Head firefighters. The deer were reported to the state deer check-in phone line and taken to a local butcher for processing, paid for by the Wounded Warrior Project. "Thank you," said wounded warrior Ron
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GOLDEN CORRAL - Golden Corral's 9th annual Military Appreciation Monday dinner will be held on Monday, November 12, from 4 - 9 p.m. in all Golden Corral restaurants nationwide. The FREE dinner meal is a special "thank you tribute" to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to join us for Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner. To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.2 million free meals and contributed over $3.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization. HISTORIC JAMESTOWN - The National Park Service commemorates Veterans Day with Fee Free days at Historic Jamestown November 10-12. Visit http://www.nps.gov/jame/planyourvisit/2012-special-events.htm for more info.
production set within the 1703 Plantation House, visitors will encounter Sotterley's past Christmas seasons and the families who lived and worked here. Share love, laughter and sometimes bittersweet memories at home on the plantation. Live musical performances from local premiere high school choral groups and complimentary cookies and punch will be available in the historic Barn, prior to the reserved performance time. Cost is $15 per person. Advance reservation are required by visiting www.sotterley.org.
Family Plantation Christmas will be held
on Saturday, Dec. 8, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Sotterley Plantation, offering a full day of wonderment and Christmas spirit! Let Santa know what you want for Christmas, purchase scrumptious treats from Mrs. Claus' Kitchen, take a horse-drawn carriage ride, sing along with carolers, make holiday crafts, visit the Sotterley Museum Shop to find unique holiday gifts while the childrenarebuying presents at Santa's Secret Shop, and purchase seasonal greens and hand-crafted items fromSotterley'sGardenGuild!CraftVendorsfor choosy shoppers! Patuxent Voices, a women's acapella group, will perform Christmas favorites from many historical periods. Make this Christmas event part of your family tradition! The cost is $5 per person at the gate.
Kellogg, who killed a seven-point buck during the hunt. "We really appreciate this." For the guides and volunteers at Indian Head and Stump Neck who made the hunt possible, putting a smile on the wounded warriors' faces was more than enough satisfaction. "I'm former military myself," said Capt. Bill Massey, firefighter assigned to NSF Dahlgren. "My son is now in the Marine Corps. I've always wanted to help with Wounded Warriors." The memory of Vietnam veterans coming home weighed on Massey, who also serves his community as a volunteer firefighter. "Trying to make it different [this time] and recognize
these veterans for what they have done and what they're doing... I've always wanted to do that. Anytime you can help somebody and make a difference, whether it's a smile or making their situation better, that's all I look for." Massey was joined by several others who volunteered their time to guide and prepare for the hunt. Robey, lead firefighter Bill Crutchfield, firefighter John Price, Seth Berry, natural resources manager for NSF Indian Head, Jeff Bossart, NSASP environmental program director, and several others, including active-duty military service members helped make the hunt possible.
Navy firefighter Bill Robey (r.) assists Sayngeun Phounamkha, an Army veteran and wounded warrior, in position in a ground blind during a deer hunt for wounded warriors.
HOME DEPOT and LOWES -The 10% military discount is available to active-duty military members, National Guard and Reserve members, retirees, honorably discharged veterans and immediate family members of all groups. Customers requesting a discount must be able to show a valid military ID card or other proof of military service (a DD Form 214 or VFW membership may qualify). HOOTERS - FREE meal on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov 11. Hooter’s is serving up 10 free boneless wings to military veterans all day on Veterans Day. Offer good for all veterans and active duty military personnel. Offer valid at participating Hooters, Dine-in only; open to all active duty and military veterans with valid military ID or proof of military service. Drink purchase required. For more information, visit, www.HootersVeteransDay.com. KRISPY KREME - Free donut. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans onVeterans Day, Sunday November 11. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.
LONE STAR STEAKHOUSE -Veterans and active duty military get a free entree from a select menu on November 12. Visit http://www.lonestarsteakhouse.com/files/ho me.aspx. OLIVE GARDEN - Veterans eat free. Olive Garden Restaurants offer a free meal (with proof of service) from a list of several entrees on a special menu. This special is scheduled for Monday, November 12. Additionally, some Olive Garden restaurants will also give out a $10 gift card to veterans for a future visit. OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE - Get a FREE Bloomin’ Onion® and Coca-Cola® - this promotion is open to military personnel and veterans who have appropriate identification on November 11-12. For more info, visit http://outback.com/companyinfo/veteransday.aspx. SLEEP NUMBER STORES -This year Sleep Number is offering $600 off on all I8 or M7 beds, 30% off all bedding items, and 0% interest on 24 months financing.This is only available to military and veterans. This special is going on now through Nov. 18. Contact your
Town of La Plata will host a Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, Nov. 11 at 1 p.m. Join us to honor the men and women of the US Armed Forces. The Salute toVeterans Parade starts at 1PM at the Courthouse on Charles Street in La Plata. Bring the kids, and come enjoy an oldfashioned, hometown parade! For more info, visit www.townoflaplata.org. Parade registration deadline is Monday, October 29th.
Sotterley hosts Family Plantation Christmas
Walk to End Homelessness in La Plata
The annual Walk to End Homelessness will be held Sat., Nov. 17 starting at La Plata Town Hall at 9 a.m. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Registration is $20 per person or $15 per person for teams of 5 or more. To register, contact LifeStyles of Maryland, Inc. at (866) 293-0623 or email info@lifestylesofmd.org.
"From This Day Forward" Sotterley Holiday Candlelight
Sotterley Plantation will hold their annual Candlelight, entitled "From This Day Forward," on November 30 and December 1. This year's presentation will run onThursday, November 29th for Members' Night and November 30 & December 1st for the general public from 6:30 - 10 p.m. In this living history
local store for more details. SPORTSCLIPS - FREE haircut to activeduty military and veterans. Offer only available at select locations onVeterans Day, Monday, November 12. Additionally, offers 20% discount on all services and products to military and veterans every day. Please call to verify local participation. SUBWAY - Free Six Inch Sub. Many Subway locations offer a free six inch sub to military veterans onVeteran’s Day, November 11. However, Subway restaurants are franchises, so this offer may only be available in select locations. Please contact your local Subway for more information regardingVeteran’s day specials. TEXAS ROADHOUSE - FREE meal, Veterans Day, Monday, Nov 12. Offer varies by location. Call ahead to your local restaurant for more information. Visit the web site for locations and participation. http://www.texasroadhouse.com. More information can be found by visiting http://www.military.com/discounts/?ESRC= mrvr.nl.
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on NSF Indian Head. Furthermore, in order to become compliant with new Clean Air Act standards, the Goddard Power Plant would require extensive upgrades. Once the new natural gas facilities are completed, the deactivation and demolition of the Goddard Power Plant will result in a significant reduction in environmental impacts. The new system will cut energy use by 50 percent, water consumption by 75 percent and steam requirements by 80 percent, resulting in approximately $7.5 million savings each year. Additionally, more than 50 billion pounds of carbon emissions will be reduced each year. Natural gas, a cleaner and more efficient fuel source, will serve as the primary fuel for the new steam- and power-generation facilities. NSF Indian Head currently does not have any natural gas distribution infrastructure, and the nearest natural gas supply line is located approximately 5 miles northeast of the installation in the Bryans Road, Md. community.The project will include the construction of a new natural gas transmission line from Bryans Road to NSF Indian Head. "This is a great success for not only Naval DistrictWashington and NAVFACWashington, it's a tribute to the Chief of Naval Operation's Task Force Energy and Secretary of the Navy's energy and environmental focus," said Branch. "Each year with the current plant, we're moving 46 million pounds of coal more than 400 miles by rail, barge and finally truck to Indian Head." "This was a very challenging procurement," said Cmdr. Matthew Riethmiller, NAVFAC Washington assistant operations officer. "Replacing a utility system of this size is never easy, but obviously the energy, environmental and financial benefits required our success." The Navy coordinated an environmental assessment with federal and state resource agencies to evaluate the potential impacts of the proposed project on the human environment. The assessment highlighted adverse effects to historic properties at NSF Indian Head, including the demolition of three buildings, up to 10 miles of steam lines, and up to 5,000 feet of railroad tracks that have been determined eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places (the Register). In accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, the Navy notified the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, the Maryland Historical Trust's State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) and federally recognized tribes of these adverse effects. Historic American Engineering Record (RAER) documentation is underway to mitigate the adverse effects to historic buildings within the Naval Powder Factory and Extrusion Plant Historic Districts pursuant to a 2010 Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Maryland SHPO for general demolition within these Districts. The Navy and SHPO have completed a MOA regarding the military construction project, and a separate MOA for the disposal of excess railroad tracks associated with NSF Indian Head. These MOAs include appropriate stipulations to alleviate the remaining adverse effects to historic resources. The Navy completed the environmental assessment and signed a finding of no significant impact on Sept. 21. NAVFACWashingtonPublicAffairscontributedtothisreport.
U.S. Navy photo by Gary Wagner
NSF Indian Head's Goddard Power Plant will be demolished as part of the military construction project that will build a new steam distribution system.
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Cardin and Hoyer both made a point to greet and thank NSWC IHD personnel throughout their tour. Building 3157 would enhance the capabilities of the Navy and all branches of the military and intelligence community, they said. "Indian Head is the premier research and engineering center for the U.S. Armed Forces and its work is vital to ensuring our nation's military superiority," remarked Cardin during the ribbon-cutting event that followed the tour. "Today's opening of a new technology and laboratory facility will greatly enhance our ability to develop and test ordnance and energetic and weapons systems, which is critical to the Navy's mission of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas and air."
Synergy for cutting-edge energetics research
"I am pleased to join the Indian Head community today for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for a world-class facility that will support the important work they do," said Hoyer. "This new complex will bring together 100 engineers, scientists and staff in a modern facility that has the work space and secure areas to support classified programs. Pulling together their talent will foster better collaboration and add synergy to their efforts here. "I'd like to thank the men and women who will occupy this space for the work they do to develop, test and manufacture the newest generation of energetics systems for our military and I will continue to work with
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Ariel Garcia (l.), manager of NSWC IHD's underwater weapons branch, discusses some of his team's projects with Maryland Senator Ben Cardin (center) and Congressman Steny Hoyer during a tour of the new Energetic System and Technology Laboratory Complex. Indian Head, the Department of Defense and other officials to ensure this critical military installation has the funding and resources to carry out their mission," said Hoyer. Maryland Senator Barbara Mikulski was unable to attend the ceremony due to Hurricane Sandy relief efforts, but sent an aide to read a letter to the men and women of NSWC IHD.
"A stronger and more secure America begins here in Maryland," she wrote. "The Navy's premier facility for cutting-edge energetics research is at Indian Head and if we are to be combat-ready, we need smart weapons. Helping expand Maryland defense resources like the new Energetics Systems andTechnology and Laboratory Building at Indian Head has always been my top priority. By support-
ing our men and women on the front lines of defense research and development, we are giving those on the front lines of our battlefields the tools they need to keep us safe." Capt. Tom Smith, commander of NSWC IHD, thanked guests and leaders for attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony and discussed how the new facility will contribute to national security. "The nation gets continued demonstration of Indian Head's excellence across all the warfighting domains in producing, testing, delivering and maintaining warfighting capability in systems that fly farther and hit harder. That's what the nation gets.What does the Navy get? The Navy gets an opportunity to continue demonstrating leadership in environmental stewardship and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act." Building 3157 is LEED Silver-certified and features a vegetative roof that conserves energy and a permeable parking lot to reduce storm water runoff. Smith said that the new facility will also help retain highly-qualified employees, calling the building a "win" for "nation, Navy" and NSWC IHD. "We're really excited to have this new building," added Dennis McLaughlin, technical director for NSWC IHD. "It really means a lot to us. For years our system engineering department has been spread out all over this site. It's hard to get work done, but we've done it and we've done some cutting-edge work for our warfighters right here in Indian Head. Now, we can do it even better and even more efficiently."
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