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Joint Base Journal Vol. 3, No. 38

September 21, 2012

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Navy Ombudsmen, Air Force Key Spouse programs recognized BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIABOLLING, D.C. In true joint base fashion, Sailors, Airmen and family members gathered for a special luncheon acknowledging the Navy Ombudsmen and Air Force Key Spouse programs Sept. 19th at the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Club. Navy ombudsmen serve as points of contact between a Sailor's family and command leadership by providing information and relief for families coping with day-to-day life while their loved ones are deployed. Similarly on the Air Force side, its Key Spouse program promotes partnerships with unit leadership, families and different community agencies while providing peer-topeer support wherever needed. The luncheon's keynote speaker was Tamara Calandra, wife of JBAB commander Navy Capt. Anthony Calandra. No matter where her hus-

band has been stationed, she has always served as a member of the Navy Spouses' Club and is currently a member of the Air Force Officers' Wives' Club. According to her, no service member should have to worry whether or not their families are being taken care of back on the home front. She also had some tips that spouses should keep in mind for the road ahead. "It's important to establish good friendships and get to know the people who support you. Though, its also important to have alone time for yourself. I cant emphasize this enough," she said. "Spouses need to recognize their own limits and make time for fun. Decide what to look forward to and nurture others. Most importantly, always be good to yourself." When addressing the audience, her husband said the success of a

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Tamara Calandra, wife of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling base commander Navy Capt. Anthony Calandra, was keynote speaker at a luncheon recognizing the Navy Ombudsmen and Air Force Key Spouse programs Sept. 19 at the Bolling Club.

Be a star! Help your unit shine! Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Public Affairs will assist! BY JOSEPH P. CIRONE JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON - Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Public Affairs (JBAB PA) is partnering with professional and college sports teams to highlight military personnel and their units, in a fun way. JBAB PA is looking for enthusias-

tic military members to feature in short video clips to be broadcast during upcoming games and special events to get the crowd pumped up. Video sessions are now being scheduled and will be conducted outdoors on the grounds of JBAB and in the JBAB PA studio. Personality and enthusiasm are key. Having fun while on camera is encouraged; having fun as a group

may be contagious. Units and individuals are highly encouraged to participate and may be featured in one or more team videos, as desired. Personnel in sensitive billets or units may use a “stage name” and omit the unit identifier in the videos, simply stating their location as “Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.” Currently, videos are being pro-

duced for the following: WASHINGTON NATIONALS (MajorLeagueBaseball)Needed:military personnel in uniform, stating their name, rank, unit and location (Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling) then do a shout out to cheer on the Nats. NEW YORK YANKEES (Major League Baseball) Needed: military personnel in uniform, stating their name, rank, unit, hometown and lo-

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Paying tribute to Chief Master Sgt. Barbara Taylor

Marathon runners hit D.C. streets in record numbers

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cation (Joint Base AnacostiaBolling) then and your message to the Yankees or do a shout out to cheer on the Bronx Bombers. NEW YORK METS (Major League Baseball) Needed: military personnel in uniform, stating their name, rank, unit, hometown and lo-

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Air Force recognizes 2012 Outstanding Airmen of the Year BY SENIOR AIRMAN TABITHA N. HAYNES AIR FORCE DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON -- The 12 Outstanding Airmen of theYear attended a recognition reception and dinner hosted by the 2012 Air Force Association's Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition here Sept. 17. The Airmen were lauded for demonstrating "outstanding leadership, job performance, community involvement and personal achievement," Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James Roy said. "Our Airmen exhibit these qualities every day. The Airmen we honor here tonight represent the 700,000 American Airmen doing our nation proud." The honorees also earned the Outstanding Airman of theYear ribbon with the bronze service star device and will serve on the Air Force Enlisted Council for one year. They will tour Washington and the White House during their stay this week. Besides Roy, Air Force Secretary Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III were in attendance to support the 12 distinguished Airmen. The Airmen were also welcomed by more than 70 U.S. Air Force Honor Guard ceremonial guardsmen on stage. "Our history is rooted in innovation," Roy said. "We expect Airmen to be the innovators, and they always come through for us."

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Senior Airman Bryenna Brooks is congratulated by Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy during the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year banquet at the 2012 Air Force Associations Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition in Washington, D.C., Sept. 17. The recipients were recognized for superior leadership, job performance, community involvement and personal achievements. Brooks is with the 2nd Medical Operation Squadron at Barksdale Air Force Base, La. Staff Sgt. Angelo Banks, 81st Security Forces Squadron, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., led eight Airmen as leader of a quick response fire team while deployed to Manas, Kyrgyzstan, and trained members of the Kyrgyzstan military. Master Sgt. Alan Braden, 88th Force Support Squadron, WrightPatterson Air Force Base, Ohio, drafted a career assistance advisor and First Term Airmen Center inspection program, which has

been adopted by the functional manager for use across the Air Force Material Command. Staff Sgt. Cory Branham, 366th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, had his function check and self inspection reports designated as "best practice" after he coordinated with 25 units to manage 158 performance reports to timely completion. Senior Airman Bryenna Brooks,

2nd Medical Operations Squadron, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., provided direct medical support at the 101st troop medical clinic, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, as an independent convoy medic. Master Sgt. Brandon Bruner, 1st Special Operations Logistics Readiness Squadron, Hurlburt Field, Fla., is currently serving his fifth deployment in Afghanistan. He is a seasoned convoy commander, who has lead 11 combat missions, trained 32 joint team members, certified six convoy positions and qualified 312 Airmen with the M-4 rifle. Senior Airman Matthew Butler, 15th Operational Weather Squadron, Scott Air Force Base, Ill., beat forecasting accuracy standard by 22 percent to secure $13 billion in assets at 33 sites. Senior Master Sgt. Laura Callaway, 60th Medical Operations Squadron, Travis Air Force Base, Calif., led the Air Force's largest physical medicine and emergency departments and forged a clinical practicum with the University of California Davis. Senior Master Sgt. Emilio Hernandez, 100th Civil Engineer Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom, led 52 people in 53 civil engineering projects at 163 forward operating bases in support of 85,000 warfighters. Senior Airman Nicholas A. Hurt, 721st Security Forces Squadron, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station, Colo., served on a quick-reaction team at Bagram

Airfield, Afghanistan, where he secured the base perimeter to protect 30,000 personnel and $3.8 billion in assets. Master Sgt. Sandra L. Plentzas, 944th Fighter Wing, Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., leveraged the Head Chaplain total force initiative to integrate active duty and Air Reserve component chaplain training and scheduling, extending Luke Air Force Base's ministry to more than 2,000 Airmen. Tech. Sgt. Matthew G. Stark, 354th Civil Engineer Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, led the most decorated explosive ordnance disposal flight in Iraq. He oversaw 27 operations with zero casualties in support of Operation New Dawn. Senior Master Sgt. Luke W. Thompson, 125th Special Tactics Squadron, Oregon Air National Guard, Ore., enabled two Combined Joint Special Operations Task Forces, bringing 85 battlefield Airmen to the fight. His organizational skills provided key joint terminal attack control support, delivering 142 lethal airstrikes to the enemy. "These Airmen are not lucky -they have earned every one of their awards," Roy said. "Like you, I stand in front of you and say, 'I am a very proud Airman.' I am proud of being the chief master sergeant of the Air Force, but more importantly, I am proud of being and American Airman." For more information about AFA ortheOutstandingAirmenoftheYear program, visit http://www.afa.org.

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Suicide Prevention Month commentary series COMMENTARY BY CHIEF MASTER SGT. RICHARD SIMONSEN JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING SENIOR ENLISTED LEADER

Part Two: Intervention By nature, I am not the most observant person. I never notice my wife’s change of hair color or style, I am never certain if the outfit is new or not, and I could not tell you the last time the kids took a bath. That last sentence took me over an hour to write because I am not even aware of the things I don’t observe. But all that changes during college football season! I know exactly what time and what channel College Game Day comes on. I can tell you if my alma mater the University of Maryland Terrapins is on television and who they are playing. (At this writing, they are 2-0 with a home game against Connecticut on Saturday at 12:30 on a channel not available on my cable system.) So I can be very observant when something is important to me. And there is nothing more important than the people in my life.We are all in this military family and we have a crisis in our total force. Our Active Duty, Reserve, Guard, Civilian Em-

ployees and family members are killing themselves at an alarming rate. No service is spared the horrible scourge of suicide. The good news is that all of us can be part of the solution. Each of you is an early warning sensor able to spot the risk factors and the warning signs of suicidal ideations. According to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, there are many warning signs to look for in our friendsandcoworkers.Theseinclude talking about not wanting to be around anymore, giving away possessions,depression,anxiety,reckless behavior and an increased use of alcohol and drugs. Additionally, there are risk factors that raise the likelihood of a suicide attempt. These include major health, occupational, legal, financial or relationship issues. Other risk factors include a sense of isolation and a perceived stigma associated with asking for help. This is where we come in as good wingmen, shipmates and battle buddies. It requires all of us to be observant of those around us to look for differences in personality or behavior.We can remove the stigma of asking for help by being helpful ourselves. If you do get a sense that your friend or coworker may be suicidal, it is an emergency that requires immediate intervention.

The Air Force uses the ACE acronym in suicide prevention. “A” is Ask your wingman. It may take courage, but calmly and firmly ask the question. Just say it: “Are you thinking of killing yourself?” “C” is Care for your wingman. Calmly and safely control the situation without using force; remove any means that could be used for self-injury without putting yourself in harm’s way; and actively listen to show understanding and produce relief. “E” is Escort your wingman. Never leave him or her alone; escort your wingman to the chain of command, chaplain, mental health professional, to their primary care provider or to the nearest emergency room. Additionally, you, as an intervener, can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Similarly, the Navy uses the ACT acronym standing for Ask, Care and Treat.Whether you use ACE or ACT, it is important to take your intuition seriously. It is an emergency that requires immediate action. We must get involved by being direct and non-judgmental. Ask and then listen! Do not be sworn to secrecy. Offer hope, not advice, and get help. People are much more important than who wins a football game. Paying attention and intervening may save a life.

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National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day to be held at JBAB Exchange BY 579TH MEDICAL GROUP JOINT BASE ANACOSTIABOLLING, D.C. - On Saturday September 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the J34 Security Services and the 579th Medical Group will collaborate with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to provide our community an opportunity to rid their homes of expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Disposing of expired, unused and unwanted medications can prevent drug abuse or theft of these powerful substances. During this time, anyone with base access may bring medications to the JBAB Exchange for disposal. This service is free and anonymous.

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This is the third time JBAB is participating in the drug take-back DEA initiative. During the event held on April 28, across 5,659 sites operated by the DEA and more than 4,200 state and local law enforcement partners, more than 276 tons of medications were turned in for disposal. Since the DEA started the program in 2010, law enforcement agencies have collected and removed 1.5 million pounds (774 tons) of unwanted medication from circulation.. This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medications that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Studies show that a major-

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ity of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. Security Services personnel will be present at the collection site to ensure proper collection and disposal of any controlled substances (narcotics) which may be turned in. In addition, representatives from the 579th Medical Group Pharmacy and Alcohol & Drug Abuse Prevention &Treatment Program (ADAPT) will be available to answer questions, or address any of your concerns about the program or ADAPT. Please help JBAB make this initiative a success! For more information, call 202404-7742 or 202-404-5477

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Navy Wounded Warriors share experiences BY NAVY SAFE HARBOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS WASHINGTON -- Two Navy wounded warriors served as panelists at the 2012 Warrior-Family Symposium in Washington, D.C., Sept. 13. Retired Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Derek McGinnis and retired Construction Electrician 3rd Class Benjamin Host discussed their personal journeys of recovery and subsequent retirement from military service. McGinnis is enrolled in Navy Safe Harbor - which supports seriously wounded, ill, and injured Sailors and Coast Guardsmen - and Host also received assistance from the program. The annual symposium was hosted by the Military Officers Association of America and the National Defense Industrial Association. Rep. Jeff Miller (FL), chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs (VA), addressed the audience - which included military personnel, policymakers, and government and community leaders - at the kick-off of the event. Marine Corps Maj. Justin Constantine, who served as the master of ceremonies, highlighted the work of Navy Safe Harbor in his remarks, noting, "all Navy Safe Harbor cares about is taking care of their [wounded, ill, and injured] Sailors." Throughout the day, wounded warriors - as well as their families and caregivers - recounted their experiences since serious illness or injury

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first impacted their lives. Their testimony shed light on the growing and changing needs of the wounded warrior population, and provided helpful feedback to the organizations and government programs that assist them. Topics of discussion included medical-disability benefits; family and caregiver support; and employment and transition services. McGinnis spoke on a panel entitled "The Early Years - How Wounded Warriors-Families are Doing Today." McGinnis was wounded during combat operations in Iraq in 2004, which resulted in the amputation of his left leg, a traumatic brain injury, and partial loss of vision. He is now medically retired and working at a VA community-based outpatient clinic in Stockton, Calif. After becoming wounded, McGinnis "felt anger, hatred, and frustration. I wondered, who is this new me, with cognitive defects, and can I accept this?" "My hope is that people can take our stories, our journeys, and our experiences as a way to plant the seeds of post-traumatic growth as they learn how to live their new lives," he added. He said that he feels blessed to have lived through the experience. Host spoke on a panel entitled "Transitions & New Beginnings Linking Alliances to Evolving Needs." Host was a Seabee wounded in combat in 2004, and he grapples with the effects post-traumatic stress disorder. He currently is a student.

"I deal with things on a regular basis that you don't know about. I seem normal to you, but I'm not," he stated plainly while addressing the audience. He said he credits the VA in Los Angeles, which specializes in brain research, for much of his progress. "I thank them for teaching me to have the poise to present myself, to stop, think for a minute, and then react," he said. Navy Safe Harbor Family programs and Charitable Resource Coordinator Dario Santana attended the conference, where he met with wounded warriors and potential community partners. "We are incredibly fortunate that these service members, as well as their families and caregivers, were willing to share their personal stories so publicly and candidly," said Santana. "Their testimony provided incredible insight to those of us who work on behalf of wounded warriors, and it will help us improve the care we provide." The Navy Safe Harbor program is a key component of the Department of the Navy's 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative, which is designed to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness, build resiliency, and hone the most combat-effective force. For more information about Navy Safe Harbor, visit http://safeharb or.navylive.dodlive.mil or email safeharbor@navy.mil.

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Air Force spouse Erica Gantt joins Navy spouse Sally Guild for the luncheon's traditional cake cutting.

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deployment can be traced right back to the morale of the unit. That morale he said comes from the families back on the home front. "The Navy Ombudsmen and Air Force Key Spouse programs make sure any problems get taken care of early," Calandra said. "We don't have a large paycheck for these people, but I think its fitting that we take time to acknowledge what they do and what they mean to all us service members."

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cation (Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling) then do a shout out to get the Mets fans to their feet. CINCINNATI REDS (Major League Baseball) Needed: groups of military personnel in uniform, regardless of where they are originally from, stating their name, rank, unit and location (Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling) and starting a chant “LET’S… GO… REDS! LET’S…GO…REDS!” The groups can be from the same unit and service branch or can include members of different service branches, to show the joint flavor at JBAB. Also needed: military personnel in uniform originally from the Cincinnati area, stating their name, rank, unit and location (Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling) and hometown, then tell the fans to get on their feet and make some noise! ATLANTA BRAVES (Major League Baseball) Needed: military personnel in uniform, stating their name, rank, unit and location (Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling), your message to the Braves or Braves Fans, such as “Go Braves” or “Don’t stop the chop!”, etc. TheBraveswouldalsoliketohonorChipper Jones, who is retiring at the end of the season. They would like service members to shout out specificallytoChipperJones,i.e.:"ToBraveslegend Chipper Jones- thanks for the memories and go Braves!" UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA (College Football) is holding a Military Appreciation Game and would like to feature military fans. Needed: military personnel in uniform, stating their name, rank, unit and location (Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling)thenshouting,“GoKnights!” To schedule a video shoot or for more information, contact: joseph.cirone@navy.mil at JBAB PA.

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Paying tribute to Chief Master Sgt. Barbara Taylor

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BY CHIEF MASTER SGT. JENN PAGNARD THE U.S. AIR FORCE BAND

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING, D.C. -- On Aug. 23, The United States Air Force Band paid tribute to 30 years of service at a retirement ceremony honoring Chief Master Sgt. Barbara S.Taylor in Gabriel Hall.The ceremony was officiated by the Band's commander and conductor Col. Larry H. Lang. Lang had high praise forTaylor's military service saying, "She is fiercely and unrelentingly committed to our profession of arms and has proudly worn the Marine and Air Force uniforms for 30 years--her entire adult life." Commenting about her impressive leadership and mentorship, he said, "She is someone who will boldly speak the truth when few would dare to--someone who will unabashedly fight for what is right and good with all of the passion and intellect she can muster. She recruited me into the Air Force in 1990 and has been a wonderful mentor and friend for 22 years." Taylor is so appreciative to all those who were involved with the ceremony. She is especially grateful to the event organizer saying, "Special thanks to Chief Carl Long for orchestrating the entire event. It was a truly memorable occasion for me and my family." Taylor's military career began in 1982 when she enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. After basic training and training at the Navy School of Music, she was assigned to the Marine Band at Quantico Marine Corps Development and Education Command inVa. In the summer of 1986, she was chosen to become an Air Force band officer. Upon commissioning, she became the deputy commander and associate conduc-

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Chief Master Sgt. Barbara Taylor conducts the Concert Band at the Air Force Memorial for her final concert with The U.S. Air Force Band. tor of the Air Combat Command Heartland of America Band at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., and in 1987, became the band's commander and conductor. She then was selected as the commander and conductor of the 502nd Air Force Band at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. in 1989. Then, Captain (select) Taylor chose to resign her commission. She subsequently re-entered the Air Force as a staff sergeant and was assigned to the United States Air Force Heritage of America Band at Langley Air Force Base,Va.While there,Taylor performed as a euphonium and vocal soloist. Additionally, she worked in the operations office at Langley, serving as the band's director of operations from October 1995 until her reassignment to The United States Air Force Band in January 1997. Before her current assignment with The

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United States Air Force Band, Taylor served as the Band's chief of public affairs administration, assistant to the director of operations for special actions and superintendent of finance, unit deployment monitor, commander's support staff manager, executive officer to the commander, broadcast and technical support manager, and chief of supply. Additionally, she served as the U.S. Air Force Central Command Band superintendent from June to October 2008. Speaking about her military career, "It has been privilege and a blessing to serve my country in this unique way. The thirty years have gone by very quickly. I would do it all over again if given the opportunity." Taylor's official date of retirement is Nov. 1. She and her family will remain in the Washington, D.C. area.

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Marathon runners hit D.C. streets in record numbers BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Local runners from across northernVirginia and southern Maryland, as well as marathon enthusiasts from as far north as Pennsylvania and New York, converged on downtownWashington, D.C. the morning of Sep. 16 for the 9th annual Navy 5-Miler and inaugural 13-mile Navy-Air Force Half Marathon. Both races, which were open to military and civilian runners, began and ended in the shadow of the Washington Monument. This was the first time Naval District Washington and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling expanded the Navy 5-Miler into the Navy-Air Force Half Marathon. The turnout was stellar, as there were 4,023 registered participants between the two marathons. Of that number, there was a total of 3,246 completions. The strong showing also eclipses last year’s total by more than 1,000 participants, said Allison Bowman, event coordinator for JBAB's Morale,Welfare and Recreation (MWR). Todd Spain, an ensign stationed at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., ran the Navy 5-Miler in the hopes of getting in shape for future

races like the Marine Corps Marathon that’s coming up in October. “I’m taking part in my first-ever marathon. I’m really excited and proud to be out here with a lot of fellow runners,” Spain said before the race. “For me, it’s not about getting a good time. I’m just looking forward to running and enjoying the day.” The morning provided beautiful weather for runners, as well as cheering families. Latoya Sewell was on hand to show support for her husband, Brandon, who was running his first Navy-Air Force Half Marathon. The couple travelled from Upper Marlboro, Md. to take part in the event. “He has a personal goal for himself in mind, but it’s really all about staying in shape and having fun. I bet a lot of people here would say the same thing” Sewell said. “It’s great to see such a large turnout of people.You couldn’t have picked a better day. The weather is just gorgeous.” Kicking things off with a rousing rendition of the national anthem was JBAB’s own Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Lamarsay Creer, who is a religious program specialist at the Chapel Center. According to him, an event like this is inspirational on so many levels.

“I look around and I see a lot people showing pride for our country. As a service member, that’s great to see,” Creer said. “It’s also inspirational to watch a group of wounded warriors participate. That only proves there are no limitations in life except what you put on yourself.” Besides Creer, other JBAB members on hand included the Navy and Air Force Honor Guards. Several organizations also pitched in and served as volunteers at water stops around the course. They included Security Forces, Joint Air Defense Operations Center, the 579th Medical Group and JBAB’s Airmen of Distinction. An avid runner, JBAB commander Navy Capt. Anthony Calandra was more than happy to lace up a pair of sneakers that day, as well. He was joined on the course by his wife, Tamara. “This will be an event to remember because of all of you runners and everyone who volunteered to make this a success,” Calandra told a crowd following the Navy 5-Miler. “Please remember us next year. Bring your friends and help us make it another great event.” All proceeds of the Navy 5 Miler and the NavyAir Force Half Marathon go to support JBAB’s MWR program. All race results can be found online at www.navyairforcehalfmarathon.com.

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Friday, September 21, 2012

Video Game Nights Every Wednesday and Friday | 5 to 7 p.m. | Library Summer is here! Stay cool in the library and check out our totally FREE Video Game Nights! WACKY WII WEDNESDAYS - Stop in and choose from our Wii Game selection. GAMER'S CHOICE FRIDAY- Choose from Wii, Playstation 3 or X-Box 360 games. Games can only be played in the JBAB Library and must be checked out at the Circulation Desk; only age appropriate games will be issued to participants. Headphones are also available upon request. Please call 202767-5578 for more information. Daily Lunch Buffet Special Tuesday thru Friday | 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Bolling Club Tuesday- Create your own panini and pair it with our homemade soup, fresh salad bar and the rest of the lunch buffet. Wednesday- Carving Station, French Fries and Yorkshire Pudding Thursday- Club Members, make your reservations now! All you can eat smothered, baked or fried pork chops. Friday- Seafood, Chef’s choice of seafood choices *Remember, the salad and ice cream bars are always available! Members: $9.95 Non-Members: $12.95 For parties of ten or more, $1 will be added to each person’s meal. Please call 202-5638400 for more information. Membership Free Drawing Tuesdays | Noon | Bolling Club - Washington Dining Room Here’s your opportunity to win a FREE SUNDAY BRUNCH for members only! Winners are drawn every Tuesday at noon and you must be present to win. Members must

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MWR Calendar show proper ID as well as a valid club membership card. Please call 202-563-8400 for more information. 2-for-1 Steak Dinner Every Thursday | 5 to 8:30 p.m. | Bolling Club Stop by the Club to receive the "Best Deal in Town!" Choose from a juicy 12oz rib eye or sirloin steak, chicken or dish, and your choice of a tossed or Iceberg wedge salad, and Russet or Sweet baked potato with butter, sour cream, chives, and bacon bits. All meals come with a roll and butter, as well as coffee, tea, or iced tea. Select appetizers, desserts, and drink specials will be offered. Club Members: $23.95 for two people Non-Members: $23.95 per person. Please call 202-563-8400 for more information. Movie Madness Feature Every Friday | 5 p.m. | Library Join us at the JBAB Library for our FREE Movie Madness! We feature a popular recently released family friendly 'G' or 'PG' rated movie and serve complimentary theater-style popcorn and drinks. All children under 10 years old must be supervised, by a parent or guardian at least 16 years old, while watching the movie. The weekly movie will be posted at the Circulation Desk and our mobile outside marquee. For further questions contact the JBAB Library at: (202)767-5578. Reach the Beach Sept. 2 to Oct. 31 | Fitness Centers Reach the Beach is an eight week incentive program where you exercise your way to different“beaches”. Log your exercise time/miles into the tracking sheet at the front desk of the Fitness Centers.

• First person to reach KeyWest, FL will receive a grand prize! • All participants who make it to KeyWest, FL will receive a prize from the prize box! • At each “beach” the participant will receive a prize from the prize box For more information, contact Cheryl Hammond at 202-767-5895 or Pamela Handon 202-433-2962. Employment Classes Sign up is the Friday before for all: Applying for a Federal Job - Sept. 28 | 9 a.m. to Noon | Bldg 13 Please call 202-767-0450 for more information. Story Time Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10am | Library Sept. 25 Skippy Jon Jones (Hispanic Heritage Month) Sept. 27 Tacos, Tacos! (Hispanic Heritage Month) Phase 10 Card Game Challenge Sept. 21 |7 to 8 p.m. | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Join the JBAB Youth Center for an evening of the classic Phase 10 card game challenge. Sign up at the front desk. Please call 202-7674003 for more information. Blue Jeans Design Sept. 21 and 28 | 7 to 9 p.m. | Youth Center | 9 to 18 years old Bring in your old blue jeans and creativity as you redesign, decorate and create a new look. Sign up at the front desk. Please call 202767-4003 for more information. Save the Date: Naval DistrictWashington Youth Council Conference Sept. 22-23 Place: National 4-H Youth Conference Center 7100 Connecticut Ave. Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Registration and Breakfast: 8:30 – 9 a.m. Institute Training: Starting at 9 a.m. Satur-

day and ending at Noon on Sunday Attendance Requirement: This is a FREE overnight training event and all student participants and sponsors are expected to remain on the facility during the training Please mark your calendar for the upcoming Naval District Washington (NDW) Youth Council Conference!The purpose of this conference is to connect teens throughout NDW through a collaborative partnership between on-base and school-base youth sponsorship programs by creating action plans that will sustain youth sponsorship programming throughout the region. This conference is open to all Navy trained Student2Student Sponsors, S2S Student Team members, CYP Youth Sponsorship Staff and CYP registered youth program participants who are interested or are currently a member of their installation Youth Sponsorship Program. This conference will be jammed-packed full of fun, food, and festivities!! Spaces are limited! For more information about this conference, please contact your school Liason Officer Maryanna Bond at 202-404-1652 or Joyce Sheridan- Youth Director at 202-767-4003. Charter Boat Fishing Sept. 22 | Noon to 8 p.m. | Chesapeake Bay | Sign up by Aug. 16 Let’s go fishing! ODR is joining Hook Mash Charters for a half day fishing trip in the Chesapeake Bay. Cost is $100/person and includes half day fishing from 1 to 7 p.m., transportation, bait, tackle and gear. Bring a cooler to bring your catch home in and a cooler for snacks and drinks. Please call 202-767-9136 for more information. Laser Tag Trip Sept. 22 | Noon | Shadowland Adventures, Alexandria, VA Strap on a suit and prepare to battle it out in the multi-level arena! Join Liberty as we venture to Shadowland Adventures for Laser Tag! Battle amongst your peers using stealth to achieve your ultimate objective…victory! Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.

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Miscellaneous items related to your health, your career, your life and your community Outdoor Volunteer opportunity on Sep 28 – Help Needed Join Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) and the National Park Service on Sep. 28 to help clear the Fort Grebel ParkWalking/Running/Bike Trail, located adjacent to the baseball field behind Leckie Elementary School (4201 Martin Luther King Ave. SW), not far from JBAB. Two time periods are available for volunteers, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 20 volunteers for each period are needed.Volunteers may stay the entire four hours if desired. Gloveswillbeprovided.Wearsturdyshoes.Report to the JBAB Public Affairs Officer, Joe Cirone. To volunteer, contact joseph.ciro ne@navy.mil with your name, rank, unit and the time period desired.

Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention and Client Assistance event CitiMortgage is coming to the Hilton

Alexandria Mark Center Thursday, Sept. 27 from noon - 7 p.m. with its proprietary 2012 Citi -Military Road to RecoveryTour featuring homeowner-support events for current and former members of the Armed Forces who are having difficulty making mortgage payments and needing assistance. Borrowers do not have to be CitiMortgage customers to attend. For information, or for those who are unable to attend the event but would like assistance, please call 1-866-915-9417.

Troops to Teachers Program The Troops to Teachers program is scheduled for Dec. 14 and is designed to assist separating or retiring military personnel in pursuing a rewarding second career in public education (elementary, secondary or vocational) while also facilitating employment in public schools. If you are interested in this program, call: 1-800680-0884/1-800-231-6242. To RSVP to at-

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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.

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tend the briefing at the Military and Family Support Center, Bldg 13, call 202-433-6151 or 202-767-0450.

Toastmasters Club seeks new members

AFOWC Thrift Shop

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. For more information call 301-452-6931 or e-mail james.queen@olg.com.

The Air Force Officers' Wives' Club Thrift Shop is located at 13 Brookley Ave and is open Tuesdays,Wednesdays andThursdays 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 202-563-6666 or email afowcthriftshop@verizon.net.

Thomas Road Construction Construction on Thomas Rd. will continue until its projected completion date of Sept. 24. Shoulder and lane closures will impede the traffic pattern. For more information, call the construction manager at 605-222-2249 or e-mail daniel.y.payne@navy.mil.

Boys and Girls Club volunteer opportunity The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington needs four 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.

Thrift Shop Reopening The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop has relocated to Enterprise Hall (building 72). The store hours are Tuesdays andWednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information call 202-433-3364.

JBAB Girl Scouts Calling all Girls! JBAB Girl Scouts is currently preparing for the 2012- 2013 school year. Girls registered in Kindergarten - 12th grade this fall and interested in joining should contact JBABgirlscouts@yah oo.com. The troop meets the second and

Jogging path closed The Public Works Department has announced the jogging path by Giesboro Park has been closed until further notice. An alternate path has been provided.

Navy Wives Clubs of America The DC 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.facebo ok.com/NWCA37.

Chapel Schedule CATHOLIC SERVICES

Sunday Reconciliation............................ 8:45 a.m. Rosary............................ 9:10 a.m. Mass............................9:30 a.m. Daily Mass Tues/Wed/Thursday.....11:30 a.m. Friday..............................7:00 a.m.

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