Joint Base Journal Vol. 3, No. 50
December 21, 2012
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Safety and security always a top priority at joint base BY JOSEPH P. CIRONE JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
The safety and security of all personnel living, working or visiting Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) continues to be a top priority. “While we do not disclose specifics of our security procedures, the safety and security of all personnel is always paramount,” Joint Base Commander, Navy Capt. Anthony T. Calandra, said. JBAB, like other naval installations, utilizes multiple layers of security, enhanced by technological and intelligence assets. DOD police officers, Air Force and Navy Security Forces, K-9 military working dogs and other personnel, including military, civilian and contractor personnel, maintain vigilance on a daily basis, thwarting potential safety and security issues, before they become problems. On a daily basis, JBAB and its ex-
change, banking, food and personnel service facilities are frequented by other federal and local law enforcement, emergency service and military personnel, both in marked law enforcement vehicles, in uniform, plain clothes and in unmarked vehicles, adding another dimension to the base’s safety and security. Active shooter response – just part of the ongoing training Since the formation of JBAB two years ago, its security, emergency services, safety and other personnel have and continue to train in the proper response to an active shooter scenario - just one of the many training evolutions conducted on a routine basis, according to JBAB Training and Emergency Readiness Officer, Timothy Trammel. On Dec. 5, JBAB public safety and other JBAB personnel, along with many of the JBAB-based mission partner agencies and commands, participated in a full-scale exercise, simulating an aircraft crash.
The Navy’s nationwide Citadel Shield/Solid Curtain exercises and other routinely scheduled exercises, some lasting weeks, afford good opportunities for JBAB and its mission partners to exercise plans; hone their skills; and adapt new learning and skills to better prepare for any possible situation. The tragic active shooter event at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., is a reminder why JBAB’s aggressive security and emergency preparedness training program is vital. JBAB’s Operations Department and its embedded Security Services Division conduct evaluations of the preparedness and procedures at JBAB. The three Child Development Centers on the base are included in the evaluations. “Prior to the Newtown event, Child Development Center (CDC) personnel were trained to conduct security checks randomly throughout the day. That includes hands-on
identification and baggage checks, along with visual checks around the exterior of their facilities,” Joshua J. Gage, JBAB’s anti-terrorism and physical security officer, said. CDC staff members often partic-
ipate in training exercises, including the most recent Citadel Shield/Solid Curtain exercises.
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Annual Christmas party a special time for local youth BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY PAUL BELLO
Young kids from various Ward 8 schools were all smiles Dec. 19, as they were treated to a Christmas party hosted by the Washington Metropolitan Police Seventh District. More photos from this event are available on pg. 6.
WASHINGTON – School children from all over Washington, D.C.’s Ward 8 were guests at a Christmas party in their honor Dec. 19 at the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Panorama Room. The annual gathering is hosted by the Metropolitan Police Department’s Seventh District and includes the help of service members from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) and many other volunteer organizations. It has become a staple in the community for disadvantaged children living in southeast D.C.’s toughest and most economically challenged neighborhoods. The afternoon features a buffet style luncheon, a live DJ, dancing, singing and a chance for children to mingle with such celebrities as Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and the
Grinch. Of course, the day wouldn’t be complete without a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, who arrived from the North Pole courtesy of a D.C. police helicopter. Lendia Johnson was this year’s community outreach coordinator for the event. She has been involved with the annual party since joining the D.C. police in 2004. In her experience, she can always count on the local community, as well as the military community, to lend a hand and make sure children have a party they will remember. “It means a lot to have a day just for these kids,” Johnson said. “To have everyone come together like this shows there are people who care and love them.” CS1 Tanya Johnson, of JBAB, was there helping kids decide what new sneakers to take home with them, which came courtesy of the nonprofit group Samaritans Feet. Johnson does a lot of volunteer work
throughout the year and particularly enjoys occasions where she can spend some time with children. “It’s a great feeling being able to give back to your community and help a young boy or girl out, especially around the holiday season,” Johnson said. “A party like this means so much and is a lot of fun for them, as well as the adults that are here.” Lt. Nick Lajoie, executive officer at the U.S. Coast Guard Station Washington on JBAB, was also there volunteering his time. He was joined by 10 of his fellow Coast Guardsmen who sorted toys into bags for children to take home. “This is a tremendous opportunity for the Coast Guard Station to give back to the local community,” Lajoie said. “It’s also great to partner with other branches of the military and to work with D.C. police. It’s been a blast for us.” Lt. Celina Ladyga, commander
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of USCG Station Washington, added it was a priority this year to give crew members at the station an opportunity to volunteer around the community. She hopes to partner with more organizations on base and build on this experience for next year. “We certainly will be doing more things like this in the near future. We have already reached out to the D.C. soup kitchen and plan on doing volunteer work with them in the New Year,” Ladyga said. “We’re really looking forward to that. We’re also very thankful to be involved in this year’s Christmas party with the Metropolitan Police. It’s been a great experience for us.” The party concluded shortly after several boys and girls bicycles were raffled off to some lucky youngsters. The bikes came courtesy of Metropolitan Police and the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program.
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Strolling Strings perform at Kennedy Center BY SENIOR MASTER SGT. WILLIAM TORTOLANO U.S. AIR FORCE BAND
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Led by Strolling Strings director, Tech. Sgt. Luke Wedge, the Air Force Strolling Strings entertained this years Kennedy Center honorees.
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Washington, D.C. -- Lining the red carpet Dec. 12 at the State Department, the Air Force Strolling Strings entertained this year's Kennedy Center honorees David Letterman, Dustin Hoffman, Led Zeppelin, Chicago bluesman Buddy Guy and ballerina Natalia Makarova. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was joined by her husband, former President Bill Clinton, in welcoming a virtual "who's who" of Hollywood stars. Stephen Colbert danced to "Brazil," Bonnie Raitt sang "What a Wonderful World" and Yo Yo Ma held his heart, transfixed by Piazzolla's "Oblivion." Itzhak Perlman air-bowed
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along with "Sabre Dance" and pronounced it, "Very good!" Led by Strolling Strings director, Tech. Sgt. Luke Wedge, the group has been in record demand this holiday season with 39 jobs in 16 consecutive days. Many performances are string quartets for the vice president, but not all jobs, like this one, are holiday events. The Strolling Strings played a 90-minute show that evening entirely from memory. Guests passed by expressing thanks and greetings to the group while waiting in line. John Dow, vice president for press at the Kennedy Center said, "It was great listening to you last night. Thanks very much for adding your talents to an already wonderful event." The group received kudos from all attendees, including on-air compliments by David Letterman shortly thereafter.
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Opportunities abound for service members in Air Force Reserve BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
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Retired Army Gen. Colin Powell held a book signing at the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Base Exchange Dec. 19. The former secretary of state was there promoting his latest book, "It Worked for Me: In Life and Leadership."
Holiday Base Access Gate Hours BY JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
BELLEVUE Gate - Closed Dec. 24 6 p.m. to Jan. 2 5 a.m. SOUTH Gate - Open daily 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Commercial Vehicle Inspection closed Christmas and New Year’s Day. JBAB Security forces patrols will handle vehicle inspections, as needed, but it is requested that commercial deliveries be avoided on these two days. ARNOLD Gate - Open daily 24 hrs. FIRTH-STERLING Gate - Closed 6 p.m. on Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Closed Christmas and New Year’s Day.
JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING, D.C. – The Air Force Reserve is a great option for individuals who have never been in the military, but have that burning desire to serve their country. The same can be said for current active-duty service members looking to either change careers or spend more time with their families. Master Sgt. Wednesday Jones, an in-service recruiter for the Air Force Reserve located on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), said many service members aren’t aware of the opportunities the Reserve offers. Many assume they would be walking away from their retirement benefits if they separated from active-duty. That’s not the case, Jones said. Two options that can help with one’s transition to the Air Force Reserve with much ease are the Palace Front and Palace Chase programs. Palace Front allows officers and enlisted members to transfer to the Air Force Reserve the day after separation from the Air Force. It’s a great way of continuing one’s military career without having a break in service, Jones said. Palace Chase allows active duty service members to request a transfer to the Air Force Reserve. It’s not an early release program, but if a member has completed at least 50 percent of their original contract, they would be eligible for this program.
“Many people transition due to family reasons. Seeing your loved ones at a limited time is a big factor,” Jones said. “Another reason is that a service member who enjoys serving may feel limited due to placement and just want to switch. Programs like these offer someone the ability to cross-train into a particular field of interest without losing any of their benefits, such as healthcare, life insurance, or educational opportunities.” Bottom line, according to Jones, is the initial investment of time by an Air Force service member isn’t lost. Their commitment now would be one weekend a month and two weeks out of the year. In order to qualify for either of these programs, Jones said an individual must have honorably discharged from the Air Force. Other qualifications include having no disqualifying medical conditions, not being on the control roster, having a security clearance and receiving a 3-level in their primary Air Force Specialty Code. For more information about the Air Force Reserve, call Master Sgt. Wednesday Jones at 202767-4105 or email wednesday.jones@us.af.mil.
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Navy suspends Enlisted Early Transition Program BY NAVY PERSONNEL COMMAND PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE WASHINGTON - The Navy announced plans to suspend the Enlisted Early Transition Program (EETP) as leaders focus on maintaining current force levels, officials said Nov. 30. "Today's challenges have shifted from reducing the end strength to stabilizing the force and filling gaps at sea," said Chief of Naval Personnel, Vice Adm. Scott Van Buskirk. "EETP will remain suspended until there is sufficient future need for this program." EETP is a force shaping program that allowed approved Sailors to voluntarily separate from the Navy prior to the end of their enlistment. First implemented in 2008 to allow Sailors to request to separate up to 12 months early, the program was expanded in 2011 to allow eligible Sailors to separate up to 24 months early when the Navy experienced unprecedented retention and outstanding recruiting success. The voluntary early separation of selected Sailors allowed further stabilization
and alignment of the force.. Since then, the Navy has made significant progress in balancing the force, according to Van Buskirk. Under NAVADMIN 359/12, released Nov. 30, Navy Personnel Command (NPC) will no longer accept requests to separate under this program. Requests received by NPC on or after the release date of NAVADMIN 359/12 will be returned without action. Requests submitted and received prior to the release of the NAVADMIN 359/12 will still be considered. Commanding officers may no longer separate Sailors early under EETP. Commanding officers may still authorize voluntary early separation up to 90 days early in accordance with MILPIRSMAN 1910-102. The Early Career Transition Program (ECTP) is unaffected and remains an option for Sailors seeking an early release from active duty with an intent to continue their careers in the Navy Reserve. For more information read NAVADMIN 359/12 or contact the NPC customer service center at 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (1-866827-5672).
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“In addition to other measures, security patrols routinely conduct random checks of all buildings and parking areas on the base, during work and non-working hours,” Gage reported. See Something, Say Something; Use 202433-3333 for emergencies “The ‘See Something, Say Something’ methodology is one of our greatest tools for the safety and security of our installation and surrounding community,” Gage said. All workers, residents and guests can report anything they deem suspicious to the JBAB Law Enforcement Desk, 24 hours a day, by calling: 202-767-5000. All reports are welcomed and highly encouraged. Just one piece of information, even seemingly small or unimportant, can provide great information upon which JBAB and other authorities can act and prevent something negative from happening.
Joint Base Journal Often one piece of information can be linked to other information already known. Together, the information provides important details and can significantly help in preventing or stopping an event that threatens the safety or security of the base or its people. To report any police, fire or medical emergency on the installation, call: 202-4333333 (not 9-1-1, as that will delay an emergency response). Gage continued, “JBAB’s continued training and various security measures are just a part of the proactive stance maintained at the base. Having individuals report anything they feel looks suspicious, is another important component in the overall safety and security plan. Reports from individuals are a true force multiplier, giving us many more eyes on the base at any given time.” “The involvement of our workers, resident and visitors; ongoing training and realistic exercises and drills; along with the integrated defenses and proactive measures that JBAB incorporates is the best protection against any threat against our installation,” Gage concluded.
Navy launches new POD announcements
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FROM DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Navy leaders launched Navy Plan of the Day announcements, a new resource on the Navy's flagship webpage, www.navy.mil, Dec. 19. The initiative is intended to get current, relevant information to deckplate Sailors so they can be proactive in managing their careers. "We have to keep finding new and better ways to make sure our people are fully aware of Navy policies and programs that affect their careers and families. This initiative launches a new page on Navy.mil called Navy Plan of the Day (POD) announcements, dedicated to giving Executive Officers good material to choose from when putting together their POD," said Rear Adm. John Kirby, Navy Chief of Information. The POD announcements page is divided into three sections. The first includes specific POD notes on issues that are of fleet-wide interest. The second is a list of upcoming dates and deadlines from the Navy Leader Planning
Guide. The final section is devoted to "This Date in Navy History" notes. "We realize Sailors at sea are incredibly busy carrying out their daily responsibilities and may not have time to actively seek out this critical information for their Navy career," explained Kirby. "This initiative will help put that critical information in the hands of Chiefs to present to their Sailors at morning quarters throughout the fleet." Coordinators will update the online version as they receive input. In addition to maintaining the Web page, people can sign up for a weekly e-mail that includes POD information for the coming week at www.govdelivery.com. This will make the information available for Sailors at sea who may have difficulty accessing the internet. The weekly e-mail will also include the full text of stories associated with POD notes in order to ensure local commands are synchronizing their communication efforts with the same messages used in local PODs.
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Wreaths Across America honors fallen service members BY DONNA MILES AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE
ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY, Va. - As thousands of volunteers fanned out here this weekend, placing holiday wreaths at the white headstones as part of the “Wreaths Across America” tribute, Sheila Patton kept vigil at one particular gravesite. Patton and her daughter stationed themselves at the grave of their son and brother, Army Staff Sgt. James R. Patton. Twenty-threeyear-old “Jimmy” was serving his seventh overseas deployment since 9/11 with the 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, when he was killed in a helicopter crash in Tikrit, Iraq, on April 18, 2010. Patton said she travels here from Fort Campbell, Ky., as often as possible. Patton felt a special calling, she said, to participate in the largest single venue of the nationwide “Wreaths Across America” tribute. “This was something very important to me,” she said. “I really wanted to be here, to be a part of all this, and to be able to honor Jimmy and all the others who are buried here.” Arriving at the cemetery early Saturday, Dec. 15, Patton and her daughter were in good company. They were among more than 25,000 volunteers who converged here in the early hours to lay an estimated 110,000 balsam fir wreaths, each adorned with a festive red bow. “It’s amazing to see all this,” Patton said. “It’s really inspiring to see all these volunteers come out and [to] realize how much they care.” This year’s turnout was the largest since the annual “Wreaths Across America” tradition started in 1992. Morrill Worcester, president of the Worcester Wreath Company from Harrington, Maine, began donating holiday wreaths to decorate veterans’ graves. The gesture caught on like wildfire, expanding every year to more military cemeteries nationwide. This year, thousands of volunteers laid an estimated 400,000 evergreen wreaths at almost 800 cemeteries in all 50 states and 24 overseas sites. At Arlington, the largest venue, a convoy of 34 trucks traveled from Maine to transport the donated wreaths. Worcester and his wife, Karen, recognized a milestone in the “Wreaths Across America” effort as he presented the 1 millionth wreath since the program’s inception to a Gold Star family and wounded warrior.
the spirit reflected in Byers’ last words as he told his fellow soldiers to “keep moving forward.” Worcester spoke about the deadly shooting in Connecticut the previous day and called on the group to take inspiration from Byers and the others buried at Arlington as they deal with life’s challenges. “We need to take some advice from Josh and ‘keep moving forward’ with what they’ve taught us,” she said. “And we need to teach our kids about the character of America, which is to take care of each other. By taking care of each other we take care of our country and share the lesson that our heroes have taught us.” Among the hundreds of school, church, community and veterans groups participating in this year’s “Wreaths Across America” were men and women in uniform, many of whom placed wreaths at the graves of friends killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Brian Evans, assigned to the Combat Service Support Company at The Basic School at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., said he felt moved to see so many people take time out of their busy holiday schedules to honor the fallen. “This is a chance to recognize and show others we remember those that went before,” he said. “And it really does show that the majority of the public still remembers and appreciates what we do.” “You know the public appreciates what you do and when you see all this, it proves that they really do care,” echoed Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Andrew Boehmer from the Wounded Warrior Regiment at Marine Corps Base DOD PHOTO BY WILLIAM MILES Quantico, Va. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dominique Purvis, Sheila Patton, mother of Army Staff Sgt. James R. Patton, who was killed in Iraq in 2010, among about 50 members of the 579th Medtraveled with her daughter from Fort Campbell, Ky., to Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia to participate in the Wreaths Across America tribute to fallen U.S. service members on ical Group based at Joint Base AnacostiaBolling, Washington, D.C., who journeyed to Dec. 15. Arlington to participate in the tribute, strugMary Byers and her husband, Lloyd, who vant, a Vietnam veteran who died in April. gled for words to describe her emotions. lost their son, Army Capt. Joshua Byers, in Iraq Looking out over the sea of volunteers as “It’s a beautiful, beautiful thing,” she said. in 2003, and Army Sgt. Justin Lansford, they gathered for opening ceremonies at Ar- “You just can’t really understand this kind of wounded in Afghanistan this past spring, lington National Cemetery’s Amphitheater, outpouring until you see it for yourself. It’s placed the wreath at the grave of Wilbur Tre- Karen Worcester challenged them to live up to overwhelming.”
Army looks at challenges of transition through 2020 and beyond SONJA WHITTINGTON ARMY CAPABILITIES INTEGRATION CENTER
FORT EUSTIS, Va. - The Army is undergoing a transition from a force primarily focused on execution of combat operations to one preparing for a complex future, and Unified Quest, the Army chief of staff's Title 10 wargame, will examine some of the challenges of this future operating environment. As part of the Army Campaign of Learning, the Unified Quest joint-partnered Winter Wargame, scheduled for Feb. 9-14 at the Army war College, will provide an opportunity for Army, joint and civilian experts to challenge current and proposed doctrine and concepts using a scenario of a failed, nuclear-armed nation. "During the wargame, we will be developing elements of the Army's new operating concept and how it helps the Army support the joint force and the central idea of globally integrated operations, as outlined in the new Capstone Concept for Joint Operations," explained Col. Kevin Felix, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command's Army Capabilities
Integration Center chief of the Future Warfare Division. The Future Warfare Division oversees both the Unified Quest program and the Army Campaign of Learning. "This will help our senior leaders make decisions as we look at what may be required from the Army and joint force in 2020 and beyond." Planning for the wargame started in November with the staff planning exercise, known as the STAFFEX, where participants examined current and future challenges to national security that will be addressed during the wargame in February. The exercise and wargame are part of an Army and Joint Staff partnership between ARCIC's Concept Development and Learning Directorate and the Joint Staff's Joint Development, Joint and Coalition Warfighting (J7) Division. The wargame will specifically examine joint and Army concepts and Army 2020 Transition initiatives. To examine the challenges from different perspectives, STAFFEX participants were divided into five groups: two were operational working groups, fighting the same scenario by looking through the lens of either current doc-
trine or emerging concepts. A third group focused on preventable actions within the scenario and how the operational environment could have been shaped differently given those activities, and the fourth group, also referred to as a global force management cell, examined force management issues. The fifth group was called the strategic working group, which brought together senior leaders to discuss the group's findings and insights. "Each group faced the same scenario but approached the concept of operations from a different perspective, either current doctrine or through recently released joint or emerging Army concepts," Felix explained. Group members included Army strategists, joint experts, State Department representatives and former foreign service officers, with each expert bringing a different perspective to the group. The working groups wrestled with developing a course of action to respond to the crisis with the forces and capabilities inherent in the Army in 2020. During the STAFFEX, the groups developed actions and operational plans, which were analyzed by a Unified Quest team for in-
sights to be carried forward to the Winter Wargame. These insights include: - Shaping the operational environment requires a deep understanding of potentially competing interests in a region. For example, a U.S. military partner might also be an economic partner of the adversary. - Preventing and shaping requires a wholeof-government approach; during the past decade, the United States has developed interagency collaboration skills that must be retained. - Military capabilities must be scalable and tailorable to meet requirements of "prevent" and "shape" roles. - A future force management model must account for force packages other than brigade combat teams. The STAFFEX postured the Unified Quest team to uncover additional insights in a strategic environment that continues to change in very unpredictable ways. These insights will be further examined in February, during this joint-partnered Army Winter Wargame, to continue to develop the future Army as part of Joint Force 2020.
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Happy Holidays!
U.S. NAVY PHOTOS BY PAUL BELLO
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive in a helicopter for this year's party, which was held Dec. 19 at the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Panorama Room.
A choir from the Washington Middle School for Girls performs the song "Breath from Heaven" during the annual Christmas party. Music coordinator Kaela Maynard leads the group.
Culinary Specialist 1st Class Tanya Johnson, of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, helps some youngsters decide what sneakers to take home with them at an annual Christmas party hosted by the Washington Metropolitan Police Department's Seventh District. Sneakers and socks came courtesy of the non-profit organization samaritansfeet.org.
Gift bags were handed out to every boy and girl who attended. Presents included toys, board games and sneakers.
Members of U.S. Coast Guard Station Washington at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling volunteer to sort toys during this year's annual Christmas party.
Santa Claus listens to a young boy's Christmas wishes.
A young girl from a school in Washington, D.C.'s Ward 8 was the lucky winner of a new bicycle at the annual Chirstmas party for D.C. youth. The occasion is hosted by the Metropolitan Police Department's Seventh District and includes organizations from around the area, as well as service members from nearby Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. Bikes were donated as part of the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots proGuests for the the special occasion included Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and the Grinch. gram and the Metropolitan Police Department.
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Washington Capital player meets, praises overseas-deployed troops BY ARMY SGT. 1ST CLASS TYRONE C. MARSHALL JR. AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE
STUTTGART, GERMANY - Matt Hendricks, a member of the National Hockey League who plays for the Washington Capitals, said he “met a lot of tremendous men and women” during this year’s USO holiday tour sponsored by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey. Dempsey, accompanied by his senior enlisted advisor, Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bryan B. Battaglia, and their spouses brought along a crop of talent -- including Hendricks -- to entertain overseas-deployed troops. Hendricks shared his thoughts about being invited to take part in this year’s USO holiday tour. “I know some people that have come over here -- Kellie [Pickler], Toby Keith –- some great people,” he said. “So I was honored to get the invite.” The Blaine, Minn. native said his father, a former Marine, encouraged him to join the tour. “I talked to my dad and he just told me, ‘Son, other than raising your kids, this will be the best thing you can do in life. Go over there and kind of boost morale of the troops. Show them that you appreciate them and everything that they’re doing for us back home,’” Hendricks said. “I took what he said to heart,” the hockey player added. Hendricks was joined by fellow athletes Ross Detwiler and Craig Stammen of the Washington Nationals Major League Baseball team, comedian Iliza Shlesinger, winner of NBC's Last Comic Standing and country music singer Kellie Pickler. Sloan D. Gibson, the USO president, and Shane Hudella, of “Defending the Blue Line,” an organization that donates hockey equipment to military families, also traveled on the USO tour. Hendricks said he has worked with other groups that support the military. “I haven't had experience with the USO [until now], but I've had experience with a lot of other charities for the military, such as the Wounded Warriors with the Washington Cap-
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Matt Hendricks, center stage, a National Hockey League player with the Washington Capitals, speaks to a group of U.S. service members as Washington Nationals starting pitcher Ross Detwiler looks on during a USO holiday tour show at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan Dec. 15. itals, 'Defending the Blue Line' with Shane Hudella, and then, you meet people along the way, too,” he said. Hendricks said he enjoys playing at Washington’s Verizon Center in front of the NHL's “best fans” and noted the Washington Capitals do “a great job of supporting the troops.” And despite a grueling schedule as the USO group strived to meet as many troops as possible, Hendricks said he would happily participate in another USO tour.
“It's been great. Not only the time, the effort, the funding that comes from every individual that works with the USO, but how hard they push us … to see as many troops as we can,” he said. “And that's what it's all about,” Hendricks added. “We don't want to [get to] the end of the day and say, ‘We could have seen these people. We had [wasted] five hours just sitting there doing nothing.’ “I've met a lot of tremendous men and
women,” he continued. “I've got to land on an aircraft carrier, tour an aircraft carrier, fly in a Black Hawk -- a couple of times.” Hendricks said one of his best experiences on the USO tour was his meeting with a service member stationed at an outpost in southern Afghanistan. “He had his hockey stick with him for me to sign and he was so happy and excited,” Hendricks recalled. “I didn't know that getting a signed hockey stick could do that for somebody.”
Guard members prepare for variety of roles in presidential inauguration BY SGT. 1ST CLASS JON SOUCY NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) -- Approximately 6,000 Army and Air National Guard members from 15 states and territories are preparing to take part in and support the 57th Presidential Inauguration, said officials. "They will be coming into the District of Columbia, processed in and will go out to several parts of the city where they will support these events," said Army Maj. Gen. Errol R. Schwartz, commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard. Many of the 6,000 Soldiers and Airmen will join an additional 7,000 service members from other military services to provide support to local authorities as part of their inaugural duties. "Most of the National Guard members will be outside of the parade route," said Schwartz. "There are a few, about 300, that will be involved in the ceremony and the parade." Guard members will primarily provide traffic control, crowd management, and communications and medical support, said Schwartz, adding that over the past few months, the D.C. Guard has been working with local and federal officials and agencies as part of planning for the event. "We are working closely with the D.C. emergency management agencies, the Park
Police, the active duty military components and the United States Secret Service who are all performing the duties of the inauguration," said Schwartz. And many working relationships come from those conducted in everyday activities. "We live here," said Army Brig. Gen. Arthur Hinaman, commander of Joint Task Force D.C., the Guard support element of the inauguration. "It's not like its new people. We work with these people during (several events) each year so it's not like we haven't talked with these guys since 2009. We work with them every day. It's continuous and this is really just a culmination of everything we do." Additionally, lessons learned from previous events have been incorporated into planning for the upcoming inauguration. "We have a good model that we go by and we take lessons learned in every inauguration and it gets smoother every four years," said Sgt. 1st Class George Mickens, assistant noncommissioned officer in charge of logistics for JTF D.C. But, there are still challenges that come from planning for such a large-scale event. "Some of the challenges are just the dispersion of the units," said Hinaman, referring to many units from other areas outside the local area. "It's not like I can come in the office and call in my 6000-person task force and we can talk about what we're going to do. There are challenges in that, but it's also what makes
U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY SGT. 1ST CLASS JON SOUCY
Senior Master Sgt. Scott Hinds, with the District of Columbia Air National Guard, walks along a large-scale map of Washington, D.C., while giving a briefing about aspects pertaining to the 57th presidential inauguration annotated on the map at the District of Columbia Armory, Dec. 12. The District of Columbia National Guard has participated in every presidential inauguration since 1861 and is one of the key agencies involved in planning for the upcoming inauguration. our Guard great. We respond well and people are excited about taking part. We're getting the support we need. " Planning for this inauguration comes on the heels of the 2009 inauguration, which saw the largest public attendance to the event. "The inauguration in 2009 really blew up about 30 days out and we were scrambling to increase our effort from just a small one that we could handle here locally," said Hinaman.
"This time we've anticipated that it's going to be large and we've planned for it to be large and it's turned into something a little bit smaller than what we expected so we're way ahead than where we were last time." For many in the D.C. Guard, taking part in the inauguration brings with it a sense of pride, much of which comes from the D.C. Guard's long-standing tie to the event, which dates back to 1861 and the inauguration of President Abraham Lincoln. "There is a great amount of pride that comes with that," said Hinaman. "Our slogan is Capital Guardians. We pretty much live for this event. This is our trademark event. We take a lot of pride in it. It's an honor for us as the D.C. Guard to pay respect to the commander in chief." Many within the D.C. Guard have taken part in multiple inaugurations. This is the fourth one for Mickens, with his first being the 1997 inauguration of President Bill Clinton, where Mickens marched as part of the inaugural parade. "I had just come into the D.C. National Guard in February 1996, so I was a starry-eyed kid and 11 months later, I'm marching in the inauguration celebration," he said. "It was like Christmas to me. I had always seen it on TV, and I had always wondered what it would feel like (to take part in the inauguration). It's
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MWR calendar 3rd Annual Operation Keep Warm Help the JBAB Youth Center collect gently used coats! Collection boxes will be located through out the base at various locations. Coats will be donated to several local shelters. All coat sizes are welcomed. Story Time Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10 a.m. | Library Dec. 27 - Happy New Year’s Eve Jan. 3 - Snowman! Jan. 8 - Healthy eyes Jan. 10 - January Birthdays with MLK Jan. 15 - Thank you! Jan. 17 - We Love Dr. Martin Luther King Jan. 22 - Tickle Feet! Jan. 24 - Opposite Day! Jan. 29 - Soup is Yummy! Jan. 31 - Birds of a Feather
Anger Management Jan. 9 & 16| 9 to 11 a.m. | MFSC Bldg 72 | Sign up by Nov. 30 Anger is a normal feeling, but do you know what to do when the heat rises in a situation? In this class you can learn about the patterns of angry behavior and a variety of acceptable coping strategies to handle angry feelings. This class is designed to help you reduce unacceptable expressions of anger at home and work. Registration is required. Must attend all both sessions to receive a certificate. Command Financial Specialist Forum Dec. 21 | 8 to 10 a.m. | MFSC Bldg 72 | Sign up by Dec. 14 This will be a discussion on military financial issues and its impact on mission readiness and changes and updates to the Command Financial Specialist program. Triple Play Basketball Challenge Games Dec. 21 | 7 to 9 p.m. | Youth Center Gym| 9 to 18 years old Come and test your basketball skills as we challenge you
with the Triple Play Basketball Spot-Shot competition, the obstacle dribble and the passing competition. All preteens and teens are invited to come and test your basketball skills. Sign up at the front desk. Holiday Cookies Cooking Project Dec. 22 | 5 to 8 p.m. | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Join the Youth Center staff for an afternoon of making holiday cookies. We supply the recipe and all the ingredients. Spend the afternoon with us! Sign up at the front desk. Uno Challenge Dec. 28 | 6:30 to 10 p.m. | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Are you up for the UNO Challenge? Do you have what it takes to be the UNO Champion? Come and play with the JBAB Youth Center Staff. Sign up at the front desk. In House Holiday Movie with Popcorn Dec. 29 | 5:30 to 10 p.m. | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Join the Youth Center for an In House Holiday Movie. Preteen movie will start at 5:30 p.m. and teen movie will start at 8 p.m. UFC Night at Liberty Dec. 29 | 9 p.m. | Liberty Center Jon Jones, Dos Santos, St. Pierre, Anderson Silva, Cain Velázquez, Quinton Jackson on Pay-Per-View at Liberty! New Year’s Eve Pre Celebration Dec. 31 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center Join Liberty as we ring in 2013 with food, fun and friends! New Year’s Eve Bowl Dec. 31 | Potomac Lanes Ring in the New Year at the Bowling Center with special guest DJ Chris! $60 per lane with a maximum of 6people per lane. Includes one large 2 topping pizza and a pitcher of a nonalcoholic beverage, party favors and a breakfast buffet that will be served at 12:30 a.m. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. New Year’s Eve Membership Event Dec. 31 | 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. | Bolling Club Celebrate New Year’s Eve at your Club! Our members can ring in the New Year FREE! There will be three rooms of nonstop entertainment featuring Elvis (Lionel and the New World Band), DJ Scott and others. Party favors and complimentary breakfast will be served at 12:15 a.m. included FREE for all members. Club Members are FREE in advance (pick up your tickets at the Club administrative office through Dec. 28) or $10 at the door. Non-members are $25 in advance and $35 at the door. Child care is also available – limited space, so make your reservations early! $10 per child in advance (sign up by December) or $75 at the door. For more information, call 202-563-8400. Career Week 9 a.m. to noon | MFSC Bldg 13 | Sign up the Friday before all Resume Writing Workshop Jan. 5 Resume Writing Workshop Jan. 19 Applying for a Federal Job Jan. 20 Job Search Strategies Jan. 21 Interview Techniques Jan. 22 Applying for a Federal Job (Saturday) Jan. 23
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tory. It's something you can tell your kids and grandkids one day. I was a part of that. " For Schwartz, this is his ninth, and he said he's seen how each one is unique, and though it has changed over the years, many things have remained constant. "One of the things that the D.C. National Guard is proud of, we have participated (in the inauguration) since the inauguration of President Lincoln," said Schwartz. "This is personally my ninth inauguration. We have the skill sets and we have the know
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JANUARY EVENTS 2013 10lb Challenge Fitness Center I and II Well it’s that time of year again when everyone starts to make that infamous New Year’s Resolution to lose weight. No need to fear! We are here to help you get started on a healthy plan with a little incentive. You will have 8 weeks to lose 10 lbs and earn cash! Stop by the Fitness Center and see how. The participation fee is $10. Please call 202-767-5895 for more information.
cial specialist. You must be registered to attend. Also, you must attend all sessions to be certified. Contact David Rowe at 202-6850982.
New Year’s Brunch January 1st | 1pm | Liberty Center Happy New Year! Join Liberty as we kick off the year with a delicious brunch! Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Birthday Lunch January 9th | 11am to 1:30pm | Bolling Club – Washington Dining Room For all club members with a birthday in January, show your Club card and proof of your January birthday and receive a complimentary lunch buffet and a slice of birthday cake. Please call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Paying for College January 2nd | 8 to 9am | MFSC Bldg 72 Learners should be about to: Compare and evaluate different college funding options. Identify resources for researching financing alternatives. Please call 202-4336151/202-767-0450 for more information. Early Bird Wednesdays January 2nd and 23rd | 4pm | Liberty Center
Credit Management January 8th | 8 to 9am | MFSC Bldg 72 Learners should be able to establish and maintain good credit and determine a safe debt load. Please call 202-433-6151/202-7670450 for more information.
Saving and Investing January 10th | 8pm | MFSC Bldg 72 Find out what the purpose of saving is, understand the basics, learn about savings, investing techniques, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Please call 202-433-6151/202-7670450 for more information.
Be one of the first patrons to enjoy treat from Liberty. Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Potty Training January 10th | 9:45 to 11:15am | Youth Center
First Friday January 4th | 5pm to Midnight | Bolling Club – Washington Dining Room Everyone is welcome! DJ from 7pm to midnight. Club members will be given access to FREE Hor D’ouevres from 5 to 7pm, nonmembers enjoy these items for only $10. In addition, the Club’s famous fried chicken and chef’s specials will be available for purchase in the WASP Lounge from 7 to 10pm. Please call 202-563-8400 for more information. Triple Pay Pool Challenge January 4th | 7 to 9pm | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Do you know how to play Bobcat Pool, 41 Pool and Obstacle Course Pocket Billiards. These are a few of the Triple Play Pool Games you will learn when you join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an evening of pool. Sign up at the front desk. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information. Air and Space Museum Trip January 5th | Noon | Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Annex Liberty is heading out to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Explore thousands of historic aircraft, flight simulators, and an IMAX theater. Please call 202-6851802 for more information. Make an All About Me Puzzle Piece January 5th | 5 to 9pm | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Come and create an All About Me Puzzle Piece by showing us what your interests are. Each youth will be given a blank puzzle piece, you supple a couple of pictures and we will have magazines, stickers and other things available so you can create your own puzzle piece to hang up in the JBAB Youth Center. Sign up at the front desk. Please call 202-7674003 for more information. Command Financial Specialist Training January 7-11th | 8am to 4pm | FFSC, Dahlgren, VA | Sign up by January 4th January 28th-February 1st | 8am to 4pm | MFSC Bldg 72 | Sign up by January 25th For anyone assigned as a command finan-
Let’s get your 2-3 year old out of diapers and on the potty! Come learn some helpful tips to make potty training more successful for parents and toddlers. Please call 202-4336151/202-767-0450 for more information. Cooking Project- Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler and Ice Cream January 11th | 6:30 to 8:30pm | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Join us for an evening of making an old fashioned peach cobbler. We supply all the ingredients and the recipe for this all time favorite. Sign up at the front desk. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information. Youth Sponsorship and Monthly Birthday Celebration January 12th | 7 to 8pm | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for our Monthly Birthday Celebration. If your birthday is in January, this one’s for you. Current Youth Center Membership is needed for this event. We invite youth new to the JBAB community to come and find out what the JBAB Youth Center has to offer. Meet fellow members and hear what they have to say about our programming, trips and activities. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information. Rock and Bowl January 12th | 8pm to Midnight | Potomac Lanes Bowling Center DJ Chris fires up the night! All of the Cosmic Bowling, music and fun for only $15 per person, including shoes! Please call 202-5631701 for more information. Car Buying January 15th | 8 to 9pm | MFSC Bldg 72 Upon completion of the Car Buying strategies course, learners should be able to : Determine how much they can afford to spend on a car, research available vehicles, lenders and sellers and negotiate a fair price on the purchase of a car. Please call 202-433-6151/202767-0450 for more information. Guiding Your Child Through Adolescence January 15th | 10 to 11am | MFSC Bldg 72
Having a tough time with your preteen/teenager? You are not alone! This class examines common challenges parents face when their children reach puberty and adolescence. Please call 202-433-6151/202767-0450 for more information. Home Buying January 16th | 8 to 9am | MFSC Bldg 72 Learners should able to: Determine what type of home they want and how much they can afford. Choose a real estate agent and mortgage. Negotiate and close on the deal. Please call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
an afternoon of snowtubing. Race down one of the ten snow tubing lanes at Whitetail! Cost for a two hour session is $26. Afterwards, we will stop for a fast food dinner stop before returning to the base. Come dressed for lots of cold fun. Current memberships, permission slips and release forms will be needed for this event. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information. Money Habitudes January 22nd | 8 to 9am | MFSC Bldg 72 Money Habitudes help individuals, couples and groups gain insight into their financial habits and attitudes and discuss money in a fun, non-threatening way. Please call 202433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
MLK Winter Aerobathon January 16 | 5pm | Fitness Center I Join us for the first Aerobathon of the 2013 year and help us pay tribute to the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We will have a variety of classes for your fitness pleasure. Sessions will be 20 to 30 minutes in length. Refreshments will be served. Participants will be entered to win one of our door prizes. Please call 202-767-5895 for more information.
Smooth Move and Overseas Planning January 22nd | 9am to Noon | MFSC Bldg 13 | Sign up by January 18th Gain information on making a successful PCS move. Family members are encouraged to attend. Please call 202-433-6151/202-7670450 for more information.
Planning for Retirement January 17th | 8 to 9am | MFSC Bldg 72 Determine retirement needs, sources of income, pension plans and personal assets. Please call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Ask and See January 23rd | 8 to 9am | MFSC Bldg 72 This is an opportunity to talk and ask questions of the Personal Financial Expert. Please call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Ombudsman/Key Spouse Basic Training January 18th -20th | 9am to 3pm | MFSC Bldg 13 | Sign up by January 18th For all newly appointed Ombudsman and Key Spouses. Learn the basics of the program. You must attend all sessions to be certified. Please call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Raising Financially Fit Kids January 24th | 8 to 9am | MFSC Bldg 72 Learn how to assess their financial situation, communicate effectively with family members about finances, and implement age-appropriate financial practices for children. Please call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Effective Communication January 18th |1 to 2pm | MFSC Bldg 72 Does your style of communicating help or hinder your relationships? Communication is more than just the words you speak. This workshop will teach you what effective communication is, how to achieve it and roadblocks to avoid so you can accomplish what you want for you communication. Please call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information. Triple Play Athletic Challenge Games January 18th | 7 to 9pm | Youth Center Gym Come and test your athletic skills as we challenge you to do push-ups, jumping jacks and squats in a timed manner. All preteens and teens are invited to come and test your athletic skills. Sign up by the front desk. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information. Wintergreen Resort Trip January 19th | 6am to 10pm | Wintergreen Resort, Roseland, VA Join us for the first snow trip of the year at the Wintergreen Resort for Skiing and Snowboarding. We will depart from the ODR Building 928. The price from an 8 hour lift ticket and transportation for Military with ID is $84.60, for youth and seniors it is $82, and all others will be $99. Equipment is available for rent at ODR and we recommend a fitting before use. Please call 202-767-9136 for more information. Snow Tubing at Whitetail Ski Resort January 19th | Noon to 10pm | Youth Center | Sign up by January 16th 9 to 12 years old Join the Youth Center Staff and come for
Board Game Night- Monopoly January 25th | 6:30 to 10pm | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an evening of playing Monopoly. Can you be the one who rules the board? Come and test your skills! Sign up at the front desk. Please call 202767-4003 for more information. Liberty Ski Trip January 26th | 9am | White Tail Ski Resort Join Liberty for our ski trip of the New Year as we head to White Tail Ski Resort for a full day of hitting the slopes! Please call 202-6851802 for more information. Teen Swimming at the William H. Rumsey Aquatic Center January 26th | 2 to 7pm | Washington, DC | Sign up by January 23rd 13 to 18 years old Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an afternoon of swimming and then dinner. We will metro to the William H. Rumsey Aquatic Center and then enjoy dinner at one of the local eateries near the Eastern Market. Members will be responsible for a metro card and the cost of dinner. There is no cost to attend the Aquatic Center. Current membership and permission slip is needed for this trip. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information. Tournament Madness January 28th | 6pm | Liberty Center Will you accept the challenge? Join Liberty for an afternoon of tournaments, games, prizes and fun. Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
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JNOTES Miscellaneous items related to your health, your career, your life and your community Thrift Shop Reopening The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop has relocated to Enterprise Hall (building 72). The store hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information call 202-4333364.
JBAB Girl Scouts Calling all Girls! Girls registered in Kindergarten - 12th grade this fall and interested in joining should contact JBABgirlscouts@yahoo.com. The troop meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the community center on Chappie James Blvd at 6 p.m. Girl Scouts; building girls with confidence, character and courage for 100 years.
AFOWC Thrift Shop The Air Force Officers' Wives' Club Thrift Shop is located at 13 Brookley Ave and is open Tuesdays, Wed-nesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donations are accepted during business hours only. Profits from the AFOWC Thrift shop go towards college scholarships and other military charitable organizations. For more information about the AFOWC or its Thrift Shop call 202-5636666 or email afowcthriftshop@verizon.net.
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Boys and Girls Club volunteer opportunity The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington needs volunteer coaches for their
youth baseball league for 10-year-olds and 12-year-olds. For more information or to sign up, call 512-560-5548 from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. or email Michael.martinez@afncr.af.mil.
Navy Wives Clubs of America The D.C. Metro chapter of Navy Wives Clubs of America, Eleanor Roosevelt #37, hosts meetings every second Thursday of the month to discuss and plan volunteer activities in the local military and civilian communities. Military spouses of all branches are welcome to attend. For more information, email angeladowns@me.com or visit our Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/NWCA37.
Jogging path closed The jogging path by Giesboro Park is closed until further notice. An alternate route has been provided.
JBAB photo studio closure The JBAB Public Affairs photo studio is closed until further notice. For official studio photography support, contact 11th Wing Public Affairs at 240-612-4430.
Toastmasters Club seeks members The Bolling Toastmasters Club meets every Wednesday from 12:15-1:15 p.m. at the JBAB Chapel Center. Participants can learn to hone their communication and leadership skills. Meetings are open to all services and anyone with base access. Call 301-452-6931 or email james.queen@olg.com.
Worship Guide Call 301-670-7106
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