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Belvoir celebrates Asian American, Pacific Islander Heritage Month By Amanda Stewart Staff writer The sights and sounds of Hawaii, Polynesia, Tahiti and more filled the Fort Belvoir Community Center ballroom May 12 during the Equal Opportunity Office’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration. The highlight of the observance was a performance by the Hawaiian Entertainment and Catering Company, based in Baltimore, and led by Hawaii native Aaron Paki Allen. “What better way to celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month than to celebrate with the beautiful music and dances from the state of Hawaii,” Allen said at the start of the performance. The group members performed traditional Tahitian, Hawaiian and Polynesian dances, while Allen explained some of the history and cultural traditions behind the dances. Allen explained that Hawaii is often described as “the melting pot of the Pacific” and much of the music and dance thought of as traditionally Hawaiian has been influenced by many other cultures. The group invited women in the audience to the dance floor to learn the hula, while Allen explained the meaning behind each of the hand movements. “The hula is a very interpretive dance that tells a story,” Allen said. “Just like in sign language, every hand motion has a meaning.” The group also invited men in the audience to the dance floor to learn the haka, a traditional Maori warrior dance. “How do you think our warriors of Fort Belvoir did today?” Allen asked to cheers from the audience after the dance. “I think you would have protected your village well, in the olden days.” After the performance, the audience sampled traditional Hawaiian food and other Asian cuisine, including sushi and kimchi. The theme for this year’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is “Walk together, embrace differences, build legacies,” and the observance also gave some Service members the chance to share their cultural heritage. Traditional clothing and other items were on display during the
Up Front Installation Safety Day, bike ride
Safety Day is today from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Motorcycle Training Center, 16th Street and Belvoir Road, Bldg. 259. Safety Day includes a Bicycle Safety Awareness-Share the Road event. The bike ride will take place from 10 a.m.-noon. Call 703-806-3447 for more information.
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Fort Belvoir Cub Scout Pack 118 has its Spring Join Scout Night for families to get information and learn about Cub Scouts and summer camps. The event is today, 6-8 p.m. at the Scout Hut, 10002 Caples Road, beside the Belvoir Thrift Shop. Info is available from Lorraine Horton, 808-388-4985, rainyhorton@gmail.com.
Army Emergency Relief
Belvoir’s goal for this year’s Army Emergency Relief fundraising is $160,000 and the campaign’s been extended through May. For information about AER and how to donate, visit www.aerhq.org. Toni Cuttino is the Belvoir AER officer, 703-805-3130, toni.m.cuttino.civ@mail.mil.
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Kaelani Rogers and Kane Shimabukura perform a traditional Polynesian dance May 12 at the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration at Fort Belvoir Community Center. event and Sgt. 1st Class Donnel Cabanos, Equal Opportunity adviser for Army Cyber Command and the event’s master of ceremonies, opened by greeting the audience in Tagalog, the language spoken in her native country of the Philippines. Fort A.P. Hill Command Sgt. Maj. Weiquan Ho also spoke at the event, sharing his experience of coming to America from China as a teenager.
“When we landed at JFK Airport, the thing that stood out the most … was that I could see a lot of people from different cultures. Many people from different cultures, different countries, speaking different languages, all in the same place. I thought that was pretty cool,” Ho said. “I’m very grateful that this country offers us the opportunity, offers us the freedom to celebrate our differences.”
ACS invites spouses of all military components – active, Guard, Reserve and DoD civilians who are new to the installation; and spouses who want to learn more about the Belvoir community to a Spouse Welcome Orientation. The orientation includes informational presentations from community partners, including the commissary, civilian personnel, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, CYSS, and more. Spouse orientation is at ACS, 9800 Belvoir Road, Bldg. 200, May 26, from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information call ACS at 703-805-3436.
Memorial Observance
Fort Belvoir observes Memorial Day, May 26 at 10 a.m. at the Cold War Memorial on Long Parade Field. Maj. Gen. Joseph Caravalho Jr., joint staff surgeon for the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is the guest speaker. Info is available from public affairs, 703-805-2034.
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Enjoying your summer – Be smart and safe
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he summer months are a time to be with friends and family, taking the opportunity to relax, travel and enjoy water sports and barbecues. It’s a chance to enjoy a break and recharge for the challenges and opportunities ahead. Sadly, it is also a period of risk. Last summer, we lost 71 Service members, between Memorial Day and Labor Day, due to a variety of fatal accidents, with the pre-
ponderance of mishaps related to private motor vehicles or water sports. Many of these incidents could have been prevented with more aggressive trip planning to Ash Carter reduce fatigue, adhere to proper personal protective equipment stan-
dards or have a more moderated use of alcohol. Our people are our greatest asset and we must encourage them to treat safety as an imperative and to manage properly or eliminate circumstances where they or others are put at risk. Please remind your team members about the importance of exercising good judgment and looking out for one another so we can ensure that summer is a safe and happy time for all. We must give our
best efforts to keep our military and civilian personnel and their families safe. As we soon begin the summer, I would like to offer personally my sincere gratitude for the outstanding accomplishments we have achieved and to extend my warmest wishes to you and your families. Have a fun, rewarding and safe summer. Ash Carter Secretary of Defense
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s we begin the countdown to Memorial Day and the traditional start of summer, I encourage leaders, Soldiers and Army civilians at all levels to keep safety at the forefront of every activity, both on and off duty. This is historically the deadliest time of year for Army accidents. We must all do our part to keep one another safe. Last fiscal year, 37 Soldiers died and another 17 suffered life-altering injuries in off-duty mishaps between Memorial Day and the first day of fall in late September. Of those fatalities, 30 involved driving or riding: 15 on motorcycles and 15 in four-wheeled vehicles, with drowning and accidental discharges of privately owned weapons rounding out the total. A quick review of the reports reflects a
majority of these accidents were due to a momentary indiscretion in decision-making and, therefore, wholly preventable. I know we can and will do better this summer. To stay a ready Army, we must be a safe Army. Every day is critical in our fight against Katherine Hammack risk. I ask that you use the upcoming summer holidays and National Safety Month, observed during June, to enhance and refocus your risk management efforts for the months ahead.
More information on seasonal safety and National Safety Month is available from the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center, https:// safety.army.mil. Whether you’re a leader, Soldier or civilian employee, safety isn’t just important, it’s personal. Think ahead. Build good decisions into your plans to live another day and enjoy all the fun summer has to offer. Thank you for the incredible job you do every day for our Army and our nation. I look forward to working with you well into the future. Army Safe is Army Strong! Katherine Hammack Assistant Secretary of the Army (Installations, Energy and Environment)
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Hundreds of Service members at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital gathered before daybreak and celebrated their unique service cultures and bonds as one of the only two joint military medical facilities in the U.S. during a summer formation and uniform transition ceremony, Friday. A naval tradition since 1817, the formation ceremony signifies the change from fall/winter to spring/summer attire. In a show of solidarity and camaraderie, the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Public Health Service participated in the event to show support and reaffirm the Belvoir Hospital’s distinction of being a national joint military medical facility.
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Hiring Our Heroes hosting event for spouses By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes Military Spouse Program will help military spouses upgrade their job search skills and find potential employment during a two-day hiring event, May 25-26 at Fort Belvoir. A networking reception is set for Wednesday, 7-9 p.m. at the Officers’ Club. Participants can meet hiring managers, get help with their resumes and receive complimentary headshots for their social media profiles. The hiring fair is May 26,
Two-day military spouse hiring event Networking reception, 7 p.m. Wednesday, O Club Hiring fair, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 26, Community Center hiringourheroes.org. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fort Belvoir Community Center. Service members are invited. However, the events and jobs available are focused on military spouses, said Elizabeth O’Brien, director of the Military Spouse Program. “You name it, we have it,” O’Brien said. “We always invite an array of national and local employers.”
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Employers such as Starbucks, Capital One, Small Business Administration, Department of Treasury and local, small businesses will attend. Every employer invited has jobs available and is ready and willing to hire military spouses, O’Brien said. Getting military spouses employed helps military families. It empowers spouses who are in search of jobs, as
over the past few years, more and more spouses want to work, O’Brien said. Hiring Our Heroes is focused on helping Service members and their spouses find employment. They host hiring events throughout the nation. The program began in 2011 and partners with organizations and companies in the private, public and nonprofit sectors. According to the U.S. Chamber Foundation website, Hiring Our Heroes has helped more than 28,000 Service members and spouses find employment. To register for this event or for more information, visit hiringour heroes.org.
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Every homeowner, resident can help the Chesapeake Bay By Courtney Lipski and Pam Couch Directorate of Public Works Environmental and Natural Resources Division Belvoir is a French word meaning “beautiful to see” and we think that we all would agree that Belvoir is definitely beautiful to see this time of year. As we are all getting outside to take care to make our homes and yards beautiful, there are simple actions anyone can take that not only promote a healthy lawn and beautiful plants, but also help to protect the water quality of the surrounding rivers, streams and ponds which
eventually lead to the Chesapeake Bay. The overuse of lawn fertilizers and weed killers can harm streams, rivers, wetlands and ponds that are on Fort Belvoir. Fertilizers help plants grow. However, when used in excessive amounts, fertilizers can harm water quality and aquatic ecosystems. Fertilizers contain nutrients, including nitrogen and phosphorous, that harm water quality by causing undesirable plants to grow in streams, rivers and ponds. These undesirable plants use up the oxygen in the water that fish need to breathe. When too much fertilizer and pesticides are applied to our
lawns and gardens, it washes off into the storm drains and ends up polluting surrounding water bodies. Additionally, excessive water from garden hoses and sprinkler systems can easily pick up pollutants, like oil, trash, cigarette butts, etc., from sidewalks and streets and take it to our streams, rivers and lakes. Lawns need about an inch of water a week, including rainfall, to avoid over-watering and increasing water runoff into the storm sewer system. A “stormwater friendly” lawn is one that can absorb rainwater and does not harm local streams due to over-applying chemicals. Reducing the use of fertilizer and pesticides or using natural methods of lawn care and encouraging infiltration help stabilize local water flows and maintain natural nutrient levels in streams. Our everyday actions can help the environment. So, please remember, “Keep the Storm Drains Clean for Those Downstream!”
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• Don’t mow too close to the ground. Taller grass controls weeds and holds the soil intact • When mowing, leave clippings on
the lawn to provide natural fertilization. Don’t blow the clippings down the storm sewer inlets, into ditches or streams. • Plant native vegetation species • Use compost instead of chemical fertilizers • Plant low-maintenance vegetation • Do not use more fertilizers or pesticides than are recommended on the label • Consult with local plant nurseries about grass mixtures and plants that will thrive in your area with minimal fertilizer • Reduce the amount of fertilizers you need to apply by soil testing your yard first • Apply fertilizers and pesticides exactly where you want them. Avoid over spraying them onto sidewalks, driveways, or streets or near streams, rivers and ponds • Adjust sprinklers so you are not watering the street or sidewalk. It will conserve water and reduce runoff that can pick up pollution • Put leaves in the compost or in clear plastic bags for curbside pickup on garbage day; don’t blow leaves down storm drains • If you spill fertilizers or pesticides, sweep them up, do not hose or sweep them into the streets and storm drains.
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TBI patient recovers with help from a canine friend By Merrie Aiken and Myron Goodman Defense Centers of Excellence Public Affairs When an occupational therapist at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence, NICoE asked Jake Young to train a service dog as a form of therapy, the former Navy SEAL wasn’t exactly sold on the idea. “My first impression was they were just trying to pacify me,” said Young. “I’ve got a dog at home. I wanted more brain games and speech therapy.” On the other hand, Young, at NICoE receiving treatment for a serious traumatic brain injury, TBI, knew his recovery from an explosion that occurred on his 12th deployment wasn’t going well. Despite his best efforts, his cognitive skills were declining. “I had issues with headaches, reading and math,” said Young, who spent 23 months in the hospital. “I did all the standard physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy. One thing would get better and something else would drop off.” Accustomed to succeeding at whatever he puts his mind to, Young was discouraged. “I was extremely angry and frustrated. I went from working nationallevel missions to not being able to finish a complete sentence. My wife was ready to institutionalize me.”
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When the SEAL was told he would train the dog for a disabled, fellow Service member, however, he got with the program. “Now, it is a nofail mission,” Young said. “I’m not going to mess this dog up for maybe a double amputee. I’m going to do everything I can.” At first, Young had trouble even remembering the dog’s name, Lundy, from one day to the next, but dog training ultimately proved a turning point. As he kept at it, Young realized his memory was improving. The headaches were getting better, too, and his medication was reduced from 18 doses a day to four. His physical and mental strength grew as he worked with Lundy. It’s not clear why training the dog helped Young with his cognitive issues. Typically, dog therapy is prescribed for Service members who have psychological issues such as posttraumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, which often co-occurs with TBI, said Navy doctor, Capt. Robert Koffman, senior consultant for integrative medicine and behavioral health at NICoE. “If this becomes a proven, evidence-based treatment, as we believe it will ultimately be, that is going to open the door in such an incredible way for a number of people who have mental health issues,” Koffman said.
Dog training therapy might be helpful for other anxiety disorders in addition to PTSD, he said. The therapy model is not about providing each injured Service member with a dog, Koffman said. Rather, “training the dog, interacting with the dog and being with the dog is therapy.” NICoE uses a four-week training model.
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Young, who had PTSD and TBI, said training helped him with PTSD, too. As he learned to control Lundy and taught the dog to be calm in various situations and interactions with people, he transferred those accomplishments to himself. His wife and five kids were excited to see his progress, he said. Young credits the dog-training program with saving his marriage and his relationship with his kids. NICoE works with Warrior Canine Connection, one of a number of nonprofit organizations that supply trained dogs free to wounded Service members. Service dogs have been in training at warrior transition units at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Md., where NICoE is, since 2008. They are now also at Fort Belvoir. More than 3,500 Service members have participated in the training therapy program in seven years.
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Program promotes hiring in Virginia’s tech community By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer The Northern Virginia Technology Council recently hosted its first recruiting day event at Fort Belvoir, in partnership with Soldier For LifeTransition Assistance Program. One of NVTC’s goals is to provide career and job search assistance to transitioning Service members and their spouses. “Fort Belvoir has an incredibly robust transition program,” said Steve Jordon, program manager, Veterans Employment Initiative, adding that SFL-TAP provides excellent resources to Service members and spouses who are transitioning from military to civilian life. At the NVTC Veterans Employment Initiative Recruiting Day, Jordon said each veteran who attended the hiring event at Belvoir received 11 job interviews. Job seekers, in small groups of four, interviewed with each recruiter. “Even if there’s not a connection there … there is still a great mentoring engagement that goes on,” Jordon said. The recruiters give feedback to job seekers, like how to improve their resume, and conduct
interviews. One recruiter volunteered to help job seekers improve their social media profiles. Jordon, a retired Navy captain, understands the difficulties with transitioning. “To transition from an organization that takes care of everything from feeding you, clothing you, providing you with the job, … and then to step out of that, whether its four years or 25 years, is a challenge,” he said. “Service members are totally immersed in who (they) are as a military Service member.” NVTC Veterans Employment Initiative Recruiting Day is part of the NVTC Veterans Employment Initiative. NVTC’s VEI program began in 2013 to help veterans as they transition from Service member to civilian life. The program helps veterans by matching them to jobs and certifications. VEI also helps employers hire veterans. NVTC is partnered with the Virginia Department of Veterans Services, Virginia Employment Commission, regional Workforce Investment Boards, as well as other veteran services, according to the NVTC website. The organization focuses on Washington, D.C. and
Northern Virginia metro area commands. “(Companies) want to hire vets. At the end of the day, it’s all about getting jobs for veterans and their spouses,” Jordon said about the 1,000 companies who are part of NVTC’s VEI program. The organization hosts several hiring events throughout the D.C. Metro area this year. Their next event is at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in July. For more information about NVTC and their hiring events, visit https://www.nvtc.org/veterans. For more information or assistance from SFL-TAP, call 703-805-9247.
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Residents of The Villages at Belvoir participate in summer planting day at the 50-plot, Woodlawn Village Community Garden.
Community gardens get rooted with planting day By The Villages at Belvoir
On May 5, Love & Carrots Urban Gardeners met with Villages at Belvoir residents at the Woodlawn Village Community Garden, to participate in the Villages’ annual summer planting day. The Villages at Belvoir is home to one, large, 50-plot community garden with Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible plots. The plots are available to families to use for their own gardening needs and, each year, the community conducts a raffle for families to adopt a plot. The community garden plots have been so popular that, in 2014, The Villages at Belvoir team installed smaller garden boxes at each neighborhood center throughout Belvoir. The smaller boxes are used to grow produce that is harvested and offered to residents to enjoy at home. In 2015, The Villages of Belvoir partnered with Love & Carrots, an urban farming group, to help
Children from The Villages at Belvoir participate in summer planting day at the 50-plot, Woodlawn Village Community Garden. Love & Carrots Urban Gardeners provided advice, help and starter plants. care for the community garden Woodlawn Village Community rain, residents had a lot of fun. boxes and install and maintain a Garden. Throughout the summer and At the most recent event hosted through the harvest in Novemfunctional display garden near the Family Housing Welcome Center. at the Woodlawn Garden, Love & ber, the farming group plans to The farming group also helps and Carrots provided expert advice, continue helping residents at the coaches residents through their manual labor help and free starter Woodlawn Garden and are tendgrowing experience, throughout plants to interested people. De- ing their own plot and the garden the growing season, at the larger spite cold temperatures and light boxes at each neighborhood center.
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B Section USALSA trounces MAR DET 21-0 in softball season opener By Rick Musselman Sports editor U.S. Army Legal Services Agency kept bats connecting and runners stomping the plate through six innings to shut out the Fort Belvoir Marine Detachment 21-0 in an FY16 intramural softball season opener, May 9 at Pullen Field. From USALSA’s first trips to the batter’s box, it soon became clear to the Marines that they’d drawn one of the most talented and resolute squads in this year’s league to face off against in the first match up of the season. With USALSA catcher, Steven Haight; left fielder, Randy Dunham; and second baseman, Stuart Risch, wasting no time driving the point home with massive shots to deep left and centerfield off Marine pitcher, Michael Zachman’s first throws of the evening, the post’s Commander’s Cup winning legal team built momentum that its opponents struggled to quiet for the duration. MAR DET finally managed to get two outs on the board with stellar in-fielding between third baseman, Stephen Shelton, and See SOFTBALL, Page B2
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U.S. Army Legal Services Agency designated hitter, Steve Collins, drills one to the centerfield fence for an in-the-park homer during his team's FY16 intramural softball season opener against Fort Belvoir Marine Detachment, May 9 at Pullen Field.
Tennis tourney wraps up with doubles matches, DLA claims 2016 title
By Rick Musselman Sports editor
Athletes representing the Defense Logistics Agency thoroughly dominated the FY16 intramural tennis championship tournament that wrapped up with mixed doubles matches, May 12 at the Graves Fitness Center Courts. DLA fielded 20 highly skilled players this year and succeeded in bringing home a slew of trophies across six divisions, coming through especially strong in the men’s and women’s doubles competition. Chris Boeding and David Bella took the champion trophy with a men’s doubles victory over Fort Belvoir Community Hospital’s Loc Tran and Kevin McCoy, May 5. DLA teammates, Jerry Shelton and Shane Nopkhun, and Andrew Green and Russell Neukirchen, claimed equal third-place finishes with respective quarterfinal wins over FBCH’s Lamel Zarzuela and Matthew Laudie, and U. S. Army Legal Services Agency’s Malcom Squires and Charles Lozano, May 4. In the women’s doubles division, DLA effectively swept the series. Carrie Alfalaij and Kathryn Kelley won See TENNIS, Page B3
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FBCH’s Lamel Zarzuela executes a backhand return during his and teammate, Stacy Usher’s FY16 intramural tennis mixed doubles championship final against DLA’s David Bella and Carly Jones, May 12 at the Graves Fitness Center Courts.
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Yeah, life is strange By Rick Musselman Sports editor Some of the many benefits of my job include being able to not only cover great athletic events but also interact with what I still perceive to be the most dedicated and high-character people I’ve ever met. In spending so much time with Service members, I invariably overhear countless snippets of conversation that I find serve two purposes — I learn new things about military life, and I get constant entertainment out of the unique phrases and lingo Army personnel use. In fact, after five years now, I not only talk more like people affiliated with the Army but I even think like them in terms of taking a systematic, step-by-step approach to getting things done. Of course, you still hear the more common ways to express things, especially those phrases that are intended to soften all of life’s bummer realities that stand in league with the weather, death and taxes—“it is what it is,” “so what else is new,” “c’est la vie,” and “same ol,’ same ol.’” As a man who’s been here for five decades, I can say I’ve used every one of those. However, one evening last week, while covering another game, I heard a new one that was so fresh and heavy that I’m still thinking about it this morning — perhaps because, of all those fatalistic little comments we make about less-than-pleasant truths, it was so much less depressing and resigning than something like “that’s just the way it is.” Along the sideline, some players were awaiting the conteststarting whistle right when more raindrops started falling. “More rain. Can you believe it?” said one voice. “No, I can’t,” replied another. “How can it rain every day for two weeks? And, of course, it’s game night, too.” There was a pause, and then another voice offered up the explanation that changed my reality. “Because life is strange ...” There was more silence, and then the first two voices gave a unified head nod and response that reflected an almost Zen-like epiphany. “Yeah, life is strange.” The cosmos suddenly seemed lighter after that — and it surely wasn’t lost on me.
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USALSA second baseman, Stuart Risch, slings the ball over to first for the out during his team's FY16 intramural softball season opener against MAR DET, May 9 at Pullen Field.
USALSA catcher, Steven Haight, belts one to deep centerfield for a double during his team's FY16 intramural softball season opener against MAR DET, May 9 at Pullen Field.
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first baseman, Dorian Jones, but the momentary gains would prove shortlived when USALSA designated hitter, Steve Collins, stepped up and belted a 2-run in-the-park homer to regain the upper hand. Out in the field, the USALSA defense operated like a precision machine. Pitcher, Mike Devine, delivered the goods in the strike department and Shelton and Risch kept the ball within the confines of the infield, repeatedly pinching runners at the first base bag with rocketing throws. Out in the grass and all along the fence, USALSA fielders redefined aboveand-beyond efforts with sliding grabs and rapid-fire throws to second that denied their opponents any opportunity to load the bases or advance anywhere near third and home. USALSA continued the dominating pattern established in the opening frames for the remainder of the one-sided contest, putting the 21-0 victory into the week-1 books and setting itself up, once again, as a major force to be reckoned with in this year’s Commander’s Cup title race. Intramural softball games are played Mondays-Thursdays at Graves Fitness Center and Pullen Fields, starting at 6:15 p.m. For game schedules, results and standings, visit http://www. quickscores.com/Orgs/index.
MAR DET first baseman, Dorian Jones, makes the grab for an out during his team's FY16 intramural softball season opener against USALSA, May 9 at Pullen Field. php?OrgDir=belvoirmwr. For more information about Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports program
and the annual Commander’s Cup title race, call Geneva Martin, league coordinator, at 703-806-5093. Ath-
letes can also contact their respective unit representative for sign-up information and scheduling details.
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FBCH’s Stacy Usher returns the ball during her and teammate, Lamel Zarzuela’s FY16 intramural tennis mixed doubles championship final against DLA’s David Bella and Carly Jones, May 12 at the Graves Fitness Center Courts.
FBCH’s Carly Jones returns the ball during her and teammate, David Bella’s FY16 intramural tennis mixed doubles championship final against FBCH’s Lamel Zarzuela and Stacy Usher, May 12 at the Graves Fitness Center Courts.
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the champion title by defeating DLA teammates, Stephanie Wright and Irene Smith, in the final, May 5 at the 14th Street Courts. DLA’s Carly Jones and Courtney Sullivan shared an equal third-place finish with FBCH’s Grace Colina and women’s open division champion, Stacy Usher. Usher and Zarzuela went on to claim the champion trophy in the mixed doubles final, defeating Bella and Jones, May 12 at the Graves Courts. Boeding and Smith, and Kelley and Tony Acosta, however, kept DLA’s march to the winner’s circle alive and well with respective wins over Green and Alfalaij, and Tran and Colina, May 9. For match results and standings, visit http://www.quickscores.com/Orgs/index. php?OrgDir=belvoirmwr. For more information about Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports program and the annual Commander’s Cup title race, call Geneva Martin, league coordinator, 703-806-5093. Athletes can also contact their respective unit representative for sign-up information and scheduling details.
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DLA’s David Bella delivers a high-velocity serve during his and teammate, Carly Jones’ FY16 intramural tennis mixed doubles championship final against FBCH’s Lamel Zarzuela and Stacy Usher, May 12 at the Graves Fitness Center Courts.
FY16 Intramural Tennis Championship Tournament Final Results Men’s Open Division • 1st Place: Quang Nguyen, NVESD • 2nd Place: Lamel Zarzuela, FBCH • 3rd Place: Shane Nopkhun, DLA; Darrell Bogan, DLA Women’s Open Division • 1st Place: Stacy Usher, FBCH • 2nd Place: Kathryn Kelley, DLA • 3rd Place: Marialoni Kerl, FBCH; Erica Beardsley, USALSA Senior Men’s Open Division • 1st Place: Shannon Farmer, NGA • 2nd Place: Yong Kim, DLA • 3rd Place: Charles Lozano, USALSA; Luis Villarreal, DLA Men’s Doubles Division • 1st Place: Chris Boeding and David Bella, DLA
• 2nd Place: Loc Tran and Kevin McCoy, FBCH • 3rd Place: Jerry Shelton and Shane Nopkhun, DLA; Andrew Green and Russell Neukirchen, DLA Women’s Doubles Division • 1st Place: Carrie Alfalaij and Kathryn Kelley, DLA • 2nd Place: Stephanie Wright and Irene Smith, DLA • 3rd Place: Carly Jones and Courtney Sullivan, DLA; Grace Colina and Stacy Usher, FBCH Mixed Doubles Division • 1st Place: Lamel Zarzuela and Stacy Usher, FBCH • 2nd Place: David Bella and Carly Jones, DLA • 3rd Place: Chris Boeding and Irene Smith, DLA; Tony Acosta and Kathryn Kelley, DLA
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Fort Belvoir children leave the starting gate of Child, Youth and School Services' inaugural Color Run as parents and event volunteers supply the bursts of powder, June 13, 2015, at Tompkins Basin.
CYSS to host 2nd annual Color Run By Rick Musselman Sports editor
Fort Belvoir’s Child, Youth and School Services will, once again, help the youngest members of the community start the Summer Reading Program with a unique fitness challenge that will kick off a day’s worth of fun, June 4 in the Tompkins Basin area, starting at 8 a.m. in front of the Outdoor Recreation building. The 2nd annual Rockin’ and Rollin’ fun run, sponsored and coordinated by CYSS’s sports and fitness program and the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, is open to all youth ages 5–16. The intent of the event is to provide another recreational activity to children amid the installation’s itinerary of events designed to encourage reading during the vacation season. According to Marie George, CYSS youth administrator, the run came about through the efforts of several Fort Belvoir partner organizations. “This is a joint venture between MWR, CYSS, Van Noy Library and
Outdoor Recreation to kick off the summer reading program,” she said last year. “At ODR, they’re doing a family campout that will be the same night as the run. The Rockin’ and Rollin’ event really starts the whole day and events will run through the night.” “There will be lots of activities all day for the kids and families to participate in,” added Brianna Kipper, ODR manager. “The run has obstacles similar to the Oktoberfest ones, and colored powder will also be thrown at each obstacle to color the participants. During the day, families can register for the Summer Reading Program and participate in the run. There will be face painting and crafts, kayaking and fishing opportunities, games and demonstrations.” CYSS encourages every child on post to get involved with reading during their summer vacation and plans to make the program as fun and rewarding as possible. “We’ll have people from the library available during the day to get the kids signed up for the reading program,” George said. “Each age
Fort Belvoir children tackle the wall climb obstacle as event volunteers apply the powder during Child, Youth and School Services' inaugural Color Run, June 13, 2015, at Tompkins Basin. group has their own reading goals Rollin’ fun run is open now at CYSS for the summer, and every time Parent Central, at the Markham they reach a milestone on the way School Age Center, Bldg. 950. The Summer Reading Program to reaching that goal, they can come down to the library and get a T-shirt celebration is free. Additional food or a bag. And that program goes all will be available from vendor trucks summer and it’s designed to encour- for a fee and families can even rent age everybody to read. It’s really a a tent for the campout from ODR for $20. lot of fun.” For more information call Julie More than 200 children particiLibert, CYSS sports and fitness aspated in last year’s event. Registration for the Rockin’ and sistant director, at 703-805-9138.
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Army allows Soldiers to wear headphones in gym By C. Todd Lopez Army News Service Soldiers jogging or lifting in the gym may now be allowed to listen to music through small headphones or ear buds, according to Army Directive 2016-20, released May 6. Acting Secretary of the Army Patrick J. Murphy signed a memo that authorizes Soldiers to listen to music on a variety of devices and earpieces while doing personal physical training inside gyms, though the memo does give final word on the new policy to installation or unit commanders. "Effective immediately, unless the unit or installation commander prohibits otherwise, Soldiers may use headphones, including wireless or non-wireless devices and earpieces, in uniform only while performing individual physical training in indoor gyms or fitness centers," Murphy wrote in the memo. According to U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir Command Sgt. Maj. Scott Guillory, this new allowance applies to Belvoir personnel utilizing Graves Fitness Center, the Body Shop and the Kawamura Human Performance Center as well. The headphones cannot be more than 1.5 inches in diameter and the memo states violators may be subject to administrative or disciplinary action under the Uniform Code of
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A new Army directive, released May 6, allows Soldiers to wear headphones or earbuds while in fitness centers or gyms. Military Justice. To push music through "conservative and discrete" earpieces, Soldiers are also permitted to "wear electronic devices, such as music players or cell phones" on their waistband, in accordance with AR 670-1. That regulation says the color of the carrying case for such a device must be black. The directive also permits Soldiers to wear a "solid black armband" to hold their electronic device,
but only while in the gym or fitness center. When Soldiers leave the gym or fitness center, however, the arm bands, the music devices and the headphones must be put away. Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey said the new policy is something Soldiers have told him they wanted for a while. "This change came about because Soldiers stood up at one of my town halls and asked about it," Dailey
said. "If we can make changes that improve morale and they don't adversely affect discipline, I'm all for it." The memo applies to Army, Army National Guard and Army Reserve Soldiers. It's expected that the new rules regarding the wearing of music devices and headphones in installation gyms will be incorporated into the existing uniform policy, AR 670-1, by the Army's G-1.
Orlando hosts Invictus Games By Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Charlotte Oliver Defense Media Activity More than 500 wounded, ill and injured athletes from 14 nations gathered in Orlando, Fla., May 8 for the 2016 Invictus Games opening ceremonies. The Invictus Games are an international, Paralympic-style, multisport event created by Great Britain's Prince Harry in 2014 after he saw the Warrior Games in the United States. He wanted to demonstrate the power of sports to inspire recovery, support Service members' rehabilitation and demonstrate there is life beyond their disability. This year, 113 athletes across the services represented the U.S. at the Invictus Games. As the national anthem filled the stadium, spectators rose to their feet, some with their hand over their hearts, and veterans, young and old, could be seen throughout the crowd standing at attention and saluting. Ken Fisher, chairman of Invictus Games Orlando 2016, welcomed the athletes and spectators. "I am thrilled you are all here," Fisher said. "These games will celebrate the military family as never before. We will celebrate their role in recovery, and witness the role sports has played in that long and difficult rehabilitation process." Athletes competed in 10 sports: archery; indoor rowing; powerlifting; road cycling; sit-
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Prince Harry speaks during the opening ceremony to the 2016 Invictus Games in Orlando, Fla. May 8. ting volleyball; swimming; track and field; wowed the crowd with its performance, Prince and wheelchair basketball, rugby and tennis. Harry took the stage. "I cannot tell you how proud and excited I Thousands of spectators and family members am to open the second Invictus Games here in cheered on the athletes. "Over the next four days, you will hear sto- America," Harry said. "You are role models that ries of courage and fortitude told by men and any parent would be proud to have their chilwomen who refused to use the term 'I can't,’" dren follow. So, let's put on a hell of a show in Fisher said. "You 500 seated in front of me are memory of all of our fallen comrades who didn't truly unconquerable, as are the 1,000 family make it back. We are Invictus!" and friends seated next to you." The games ran throughout the week, with After the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team closing ceremonies May 12.
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Belvoir Briefs This week Summer Bowling Leagues Registration for summer bowling leagues is open. The Wednesday Match Point Competitive League is $22 per person and the season is under way. The Thursday No-Tap Non-Competitive League is $14 per person and the season starts today. Leagues are made up of 3 person teams and singles will be matched to a team. The leagues will play every week at 7 p.m. for 14 weeks. Register at the Bowling Center, 5975 Middleton Rd, or by calling 703-805-2991.
Installation Safety Day and Share the Road Bike Ride USAG Fort Belvoir's steadfast goal is to educate and train all members of the community in accident prevention and safe operations, both at home and work. Fort Belvoir’s Safety Day will be today, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Motorcycle Training Center, 16th Street and Belvoir Rd, Bldg 259. Activities will include: bicycle, motorcycle, tricycle, boat, other motorsports, fire extinguisher training, employee safety programs, health fair screening, safety gear display presentation, free snacks, seasonal safety awareness tips and tricks, and the Summer Safety Campaign. The event will include a Bicycle Safety AwarenessShare the Road event. The ride will take place from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. to kick off the Safety Day festivities.
Get Golf Ready The Fort Belvoir Golf Club offers golf clinics for beginners that will cover everything needed to get started. Sessions are held once a week for 5 weeks and cover putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, and etiquette. Tuesday clinic start dates are July 12 and Sept. 6. Wednesday clinic start dates are July 13 and Sept. 7. Thursday start dates are May 26, July 14 and Sept. 8. Each session is one hour. Start times for the Tuesday and Thursday sessions is 6 p.m., and Wednesdays there will be 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. sessions. Call the Golf Club at 703-806-5878 for more information.
Youth Fall Sports Registration for summer and fall sports is now under way. Tackle Football is for ages 7-15 years and the cost is $85. Cheerleading is for ages 5-15 and the cost is $55. Tackle football and cheer season is August November. Flag Football is for ages 5-10 and the cost is $55. Flag Football season is September - November. Fall Baseball is for ages 7-15 and the cost is $60. Baseball season is September - November. Fall soccer is for ages 5-12 and the cost is $55. Soccer season is September - November. Enrollment for fall sports closes
Aug. 12 or when teams are full. Register with Youth Sports and Fitness, 9500 Barlow Road, Bldg. 950 or call 703-805-9138 for more information.
Upcoming Run to Honor 5k has new date Participate in the Run to Honor Fallen Heroes 5K on June 10. The run was originally scheduled for May 6 and was postponed due to inclement weather. The Run starts at Pullen Field, behind Specker Field House, at 7:30 a.m. after the conclusion of the formation run that starts at 7 a.m. Military, DoD civilians, retirees and family members are eligible to participate. Register through Survivor Outreach Services at 703805-5487. This event is free.
Walking Across the USA Walking Across the USA is a 12week program in which participants record their miles each day after using the treadmill, elliptical, bike, track or outdoor trail. The program runs June 6- Aug. 28. Each participant will be given log-in sheets to track their progress. Miles will be posted at the Body Shop and Graves Fitness Center. In addition, a map of the USA will pinpoint locations and be updated every Monday. There are 3 categories: elliptical, bike, and walking (treadmill, track, or outdoor trail). The first-place finishers with the most miles in each category will win a Fitbit Flex. Eligible participants are military, DoD civilians, retirees and family members. Register at the Body Shop, 1023 12th Street. Call 703-806-3100 for more information.
Belvoir Exchange and MWR Run/Walk Take the challenge and participate in the Belvoir Exchange and MWR Run/Walk, June 17. The run will start at 8 a.m. in front of the Fort Belvoir Exchange. The top 3 finishers will receive Exchange gift cards and all participants will receive a free tshirt while supplies last. The run is open to the local Fort Belvoir community. Register at Graves Fitness Center, the Body Shop, Kawamura Human Performance Center, or at the race site on the day of the event starting at 7:30 a.m. Registration is free. For more information call 703806-4430.
Outdoor Pools Opening Both North Post and Connelly Outdoor pools open May 28. Connelly Pool at the Officers' Club will have early season hours, May 28-Jun 23, of 3:30-7 p.m., Monday–Friday, and 12-7 p.m. Saturday–Sunday. Regular season hours, June 24–Sept. 5, will be 12-7 p.m., Monday - Sunday. North Post Pool will have early season hours, May 28–June 23, of 3:30-7
p.m., Friday and 12-7 p.m. Saturday – Sunday. Regular season hours are, June 24–Sept. 5, 12-7 p.m., FridaySunday. North Post Pool will be closed Monday-Thursday (camps only). For North Post Pool season pool passes visit Benyaurd Indoor Swimming Pool or call 703-805-2620 for more information. For Connelly Pool season passes visit the Officers’ Club or call 703-780-0930 for more information.
Warrant officer golf tournament The Lord Fairfax Silver Chapter, USA Warrant Officers Association, is holding their 3rd Annual Warrant Officer Week Golf Tournament at the Fort Belvoir Golf Course, July 8 at 2 p.m. Entry forms can be found on the chapter's web site, www.lordfairfaxwoa.org. The event is a four-person, captain's choice team scramble. Cost is $75 per person. If you sponsor a hole for an additional $250, the team entry is only $250 (a $50 savings). Entry deadline is July 1 and includes green fees, golf cart, barbecue dinner, beverages and awards. For more details, call Dick Markle at 571-3197103 or via email at rcmrkl@verizon. net.
Turkey Trot 5k/10k The Turkey Trot 5k/10k is Fort Belvoir’s premier race of the year and will be held on Nov. 19. The race will start at 9 a.m. and conclude with an awards ceremony at approximately 10:30 a.m. The race will start and end at 14th Street and Middleton Road. Register at Graves Fitness Center, the Body Shop, or Kawamura Human Performance Center. The cost is $20. Eligible participants include all active-duty Soldiers as well as mobilized/ADOS National Guard/Reserve Component Soldiers, and DoD civilians of the local Fort Belvoir community. Call Graves Fitness Center at 703-806-5368 for more information.
In Progress Stroller Walking Group The Stroller Walking Group will meet every Friday, through Aug. 26, at 9 a.m. at Pullen Field next to Specker Field House. The Stroller Walking Group gives parents the opportunity to meet other parents, network and get back into the swing of maintaining a healthy lifestyle with a brisk walk around the track. Call ACS at 703-805-2781 for more information.
Players, coaches wanted for post-level softball program The Fort Belvoir Sports and Fitness program is looking for women`s and men`s players and coaches for their post-level softball program. The team will represent the installation in the Washington Area Military
Athletic Conference and participate in local leagues and tournaments. Participants must be active duty or family members, age 18 and older, Reserve, National Guard, contractors and DoD civilians assigned or attached to Fort Belvoir. For more information call 703-806-5589.
Associate passes now available at the Golf Club Fort Belvoir Golf Club is now offering the opportunity to become affiliated with the “Flagship Golf Facility” of the United States Army. The Associate Pass Holder program is a great way to get many of the benefits of being a member of a golf club without the upfront costs involved. Participate in this program and join in the camaraderie of Army Golf. The annual fee of $100 includes no initiation fees, no food and beverage minimums, annual gate pass, priority tee times, and participation in member events. For more information call the Golf Club at 703-806-5878.
Girls’ softball umpires needed The Prince William Lassie League girls’ slow-pitch softball program is looking for umpires for the spring season. Umpires ages 16 and older (male or female) are eligible. PWLL will train for this paid position. Register until May 31. For more information call the Umpire Director at 703-470-6629 or email Umpires@pwlL.org.
Rafting, kayak and canoe trips Outdoor Recreation offers white water rafting, kayak and canoe guided trips. Prices vary according to the activity and request for rentals. Call 703-805-3081 to register or for more information.
Day trips with Outdoor Recreation Day trips with Outdoor Recreation have begun and run through the summer and fall. ODR offers day trips such as wine tasting, hiking, white water rafting, fruit picking and much more, and will provide transportation. Prices vary based on the destination. For more information or to register for a trip, call ODR at 703-805-3081.
Private swim lessons Tailored to the individual, the private lessons offer the chance to gain overall confidence, improve specific techniques or focus on more advanced skills. You have the option of a 30-minute class for $25 per person or 60-minute class for $50 per person. Semiprivate classes with a maximum of 2 people are also available. For more information or to schedule a lesson email: jaye.w.urban. naf@mail.mil. See BRIEFS, Page B8
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Golf Club membership sale Membership sales at the Fort Belvoir Golf Club are underway. There are two championship 18-hole golf courses, the Woodlawn and the Gunston courses. The clubhouse features Niblick's Clubhouse Grill and the Clubhouse Lounge, which offer a great view and food and drink specials. Annual Patron Packages include; unlimited green fees for a year, priority tee-time bookings, $2 discount on cart fees, and 20 percent off practice range keys. Call the Golf Club at 703-806-5878 for more information.
Professional golf lessons From beginner to avid golfer, the Fort Belvoir Golf Club staff will customize your individual program to maximize your golf experience. The Golf Club offers experienced PGA Class "A" Golf Instruction to help you in all parts of the game including; club fitting, full swing, chipping, pitching, sand, and strategy. Call the Golf Club at 703-806-5878 for more information.
Thursday afternoon golf shootouts The Fort Belvoir Golf Club welcomes everyone to attend Thursday afternoon shootouts each week at 3 p.m. Players can sign up with the golf shop one week in advance. Each week different formats will be offered. Examples include skins, two- person team events, blind bogie and individual net and gross competitions. Drink and food specials are available in the lounge afterwards. Members who ride are charged a 9-hole member cart fee. Daily fee patrons pay twilight fees of $14 to walk and $22 to ride. For more information call the Golf Club at 703-806-5878.
Archery Class Archery Class is Mondays at Outdoor Recreation, 10155 Johnston Road, Bldg. 778, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Minimum age requirement is 6 years old. Students must be in the classroom by 5:20 p.m. for safety briefing. Cost is $5 active duty, $3 active duty dependents, $7 non-active duty (retirees or DoD civilians), $5 nonactive duty dependents. Call 703-805-3081 for additional information.
Cosmic Bowling Cosmic Bowling is available Fridays, 9 p.m.–midnight, and Saturdays, 1 p.m.–midnight at the Bowling Center, 5975 Middleton Rd., Bldg. 1199. Cosmic Bowling is out of this world, featuring music videos and awesome effects lighting in an ultra-lounge atmosphere. The cost is $5 per game or a 3-hour unlimited special for $16 per person from 5 p.m.-midnight. For more information, visit http:// belvoir.armymwr.com/us/belvoir/pro grams/bowling-center.
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Despite the wet weather, the Defense Logistics Agency Headquarters Complex employees flock to buy produce and plants at the year’s first DLA farmers' market, May 11.
Carrots, CrossFit part of agency day to promote health, safety By Dianne Ryder Defense Logistics Agency McNamara Headquarters Complex employees were treated to a wealth of wellness information and demonstrations at the 17th Annual Health and Safety Expo in the cafeteria, while some braved the rain to stock up on produce, hot sauce and baked goods at the Defense Logistics Agency Headquarters weekly farmers' market. Both events took place May 11 on Fort Belvoir. The theme for the health and safety expo, “Living a Well-Balanced Life,” was represented in the more than 40 vendors who provided advice on nutrition, fitness, medical and legal services. “A lot of people ask for different things, so we try to accommodate that,” said DLA Morale, Welfare and Recreation program manager Beverly Williams, who has received overwhelmingly positive feedback on the event over the years. “I like that they have a variety of sponsors here … like the Army child and youth sponsors,” said Elsie Valdes, a protocol officer in DLA’s Protocol Office. “(There’s information) for the elderly all the way down to kids.” Valdes said she was seeking out information on organic remedies to manage her pain after chemotherapy treatments. “Because, really, the oncologist can’t give you
any kind of help with that,” she said. “I’ve had enough (medication) come into my body; I don’t want to put any more of that toxic stuff in there.” Another attendee, Arthur Kitt, director of Mission Assurance in DLA Logistics Operations, said this year’s expo was one of the best he’s seen. “It’s important … for the health of the workforce, which will benefit DLA in the long run,” he said. “The more you know, the better you are. And the healthier you are, the more productive you are for DLA.” Williams said an important part of the event is the health screenings provided by the medical providers, which can identify potential problems. “A lot of people won’t go immediately to a doctor, just maybe for their annual physical,” she said. “Sometimes, they don’t (even) do that.” The expo also featured giveaways, food tastings and a demonstration of DLA’s newly acquired “walkstations.” The farmer’s market featured one of two new vendors this year, a hot-sauce seller. The other new company will be one of three rotating vendors, said Bethany Sweatman, a management analyst in the DLA Installation Support Business Office. “We’ve always had our standbys … produce is still the main key for promoting healthy living and the bread company has proven to be sustain-
able over the years,” she said. “But, some of these other things that we have, the more specialtytype items aren’t necessarily things that thrive week after week.” The farmer’s market continues 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesdays throughout the summer. Sylvia Nance, DLA forms manager in DLA’s Strategic Plans and Policy, said she is a perpetual farmers’ market customer and enjoys the easy access to fresh produce. “It’s a good value, it’s convenient, and they give you recipes — ideas on how to cook it up,” she said. Nance said she’s bought from all the vendors in the past. “I enjoy the bread, and my dogs like the dog treats from the bread (company),” she said. “The treats are all natural and have very few ingredients, so I like that.” Sweatman said the farmers’ market is just one in a long list of programs offered to agency employees to help them sustain health. “It’s a really neat benefit that we’re able to provide,” she said. “Beyond that, it’s just a fun thing — how many people can say they have a farmers’ market at work that they can go to? It’s … our farmer’s market, and I think that just gives a pride of ownership to it that you don’t find in a lot of places.”
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Chapel introduces changes to Protestant services By Amanda Stewart Staff writer The Fort Belvoir Chaplain’s office has introduced changes to Sunday services at Belvoir Chapel in an effort to attract more Belvoir residents and young families. Beginning May 1, the traditional Protestant service offered at 11 a.m. Sundays in Belvoir Chapel was replaced with a new, contemporary service called ChapelNext. Also, the contemporary service previously held at 2 p.m. Sundays at Belvoir Chapel was eliminated. The traditional Protestant service offered at 8 a.m. Sundays at Belvoir Chapel remains unchanged. The changes were implemented through the work of the Community Health Promotion Team, a garrisonwide initiative aimed at improving the physical, emotional and behavioral, social and environmental, family and spiritual health of the Belvoir community. Through that initiative, the chaplain’s office found it needed to improve efforts to reach young families, said chaplain Maj. Kurt Spond. “We found that we had less exposure for the young families on post,” Spond said. The 2 p.m. contemporary service was intended to appeal to that demographic, but the time didn’t work for many young families, Spond said. “We found that time slot really wasn’t working for that demographic,” Spond said. The new 11 a.m. service, ChapelNext, features contemporary music and a more relaxed atmosphere, along with a children’s ministry that offers a separate service just for elementary school-aged children. “It’s a more casual nature. I preach in blue jeans most of the time, because that’s who I am,” Spond said. “It’s not unusual for most people there to be in flip flops and shorts in the summer.” Spond said the service itself is livelier than a tradi-
tional service and features a contemporary music ensemble. “The form of worship is more upbeat,” he said. “It’s more of a come-as-you-are atmosphere. … the main idea is, we’re trying to reach the Soldiers and families who live here.” On the program’s website, www.chapelnextbelvoir. org, the service is described as casual, God-centered and welcoming to all. “As a community, we are committed to leave no one behind,” the website states. “God has called us for such a time as this to reach out to those who are seeking to connect. We know the effect war is having on our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, Coast Guardsmen and families. We know because we live it. We want you to know, we are here for you.” Reaction to the changes has been positive, Spond said. “It has been very encouraging, so far. We are seeing a lot of young families, a lot of folks who haven’t been in the chapel before,” Spond said. Spond said he has also found that many of the people who previously attended the more traditional 11 a.m. service, including many older families and retired people, are staying on in the new program, and he encourages them to do so. “These are the people we hope will mentor our young families. These are families who have lived it, who have been there,” Spond said. “More than anything, we just want them to be alongside one another in faith, as we go through this life.” Volunteers are needed to serve in various roles within ChapelNext and the group hopes to eventually offer more community outreach and fellowship programs to reach more of the Belvoir residential community, Spond said. For more information, visit chapelnextbelvoir.org.
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Have ideas? Community health team seeks input By Amanda Stewart Staff writer Fort Belvoir’s Community Health Promotion Team is seeking input on how to improve the physical, emotional and behavioral, social and environmental, family and spiritual health of the Belvoir community. The team is part of a community health effort started in the Military District of Washington in November 2014 and is part of the Army’s Ready and Resilient campaign, said health promotion officer Taleeta Jackson, who provides support to community health promotion teams at Belvoir, Fort Meade, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Fort McNair and Fort A.P. Hill. “It’s a collaborative team effort and it’s all part of an effort to have a ready force and a resilient force,” said Jackson.
At Belvoir, the team has five working groups that focus on physical, psychological, social/emotional and spiritual health, as well as installation prevention, said Jackson. The goal of the team is to “synchronize efforts across medical mission and garrison assets,” she said. “We are looking at the programs and services, ensuring they are not redundant, that there are no gaps in service and that they are efficient,” Jackson said. On Belvoir, the CHPT is hoping to raise awareness of its efforts and to gather more input from the community, said Lt. Col. Philip Lenz, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir, Headquarters Battalion commander. “We want the community to know that the CHPT exists and we want their help,” said Lenz. “The first word in CHPT is ‘community’ and we need the
community’s input for a lot of reasons.” The best way for community members to get involved is to attend a CHPT meeting, Lenz said. All of the 146 partner organizations on the installation are invited to send a representative to the next CHPT meeting at 10 a.m., July 27 at the garrison headquarters. “I think the CHPT is one of the best examples of community collaboration,” Lenz said. “It all ties back to readiness and resilience, of not only our Service members, but our civilians, families, retirees, the entire community. It’s inclusive of everyone and everyone’s health and wellness.” Some of the areas of focus the Bel-
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The Fort Belvoir Employee Assistance Program is introducing a new program geared toward civilian employees, military retirees and active-duty family members. The program focuses on improving health and wellness. “The truth simply is, no one is going to advocate for your health better than you,” said Katina Oates, EAP coordinator. “Whether you are too busy to find time or you continue to place yourself on the back burner, you will get burned out.” The Seven Dimensions of Wellness Program’s first class is Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Barden Education Center, Room 104. The class focuses on guided imagery, practicing relaxation and muscle relaxation techniques to reduce stress and improve wellness, Oates said. Participants will also get information about improving health and wellness. The seven dimensions of wellness are: physical, emotional/ psychological, spiritual, environ-
mental, social, occupational, and intellectual wellness. “When any one of these states of wellness is off kilter, we will not operate as a smooth-working wheel,” Oates said. For example, a low emotional state might cause a person to withdraw socially, she said. “Not recognizing the interdependency and how equally important one is to the other,” Oates said. “Learning ways to balance the wheel is ideal and can be accomplished.” The program will help people develop good self-care practices, she said. It will also teach individuals to understand how to find out the root cause of their stresses. “You must first have self-awareness that this is happening daily and mindfully work to change it. Negative energy and negative attitudes only foster more negativity, so, in effect, you repel the body’s ability to repair itself through natural means,” Oates said. The classes will be bi-monthly. For more information, call Oates at 703-805-5588.
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National Memorial Day observance set Defense Department to recognize, commemorate fallen men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces The U.S. Army Military District of Washington The annual 148th National Memorial Day Observance to honor America’s fallen Service members is May 30 at Arlington National Cemetery. The U.S. Army Military District of Washington will conduct a Presidential Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath-Laying Ceremony at 11 a.m. at the Tomb of the Unknowns, followed by an observance program
hosted by the Defense Department in Arlington’s Memorial Amphitheater. A prelude by the U.S. States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” begins in the amphitheater at 10:30 a.m. Both the wreath-laying and the observance program are free and open to the public, with no tickets needed. Space is limited to standing room only for the wreath-laying and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis in the amphitheater. Attendees are encouraged to be at the Tomb of the Unknowns or seated in the am-
phitheater by 9:30 a.m. Free parking is available for vehicles in the Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center’s parking lot from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. A free shuttle service will provide transportation between parking and the Memorial Amphitheater from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walking to the amphitheater is prohibited. Attendees will have to pass through a security checkpoint to access the ceremony. Prohibited items include: large bags or backpacks; firearms and weapons of any type; laser pointers; aerosol containers; soda cans; umbrellas; coolers; picnic
baskets; tripods; lighters; tools; air horns; personal protection sprays; and insulated beverage containers. Clear plastic water bottles are allowed. DoD identification card holders will not be allowed to walk from Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall into the cemetery. They must park on post and board a free shuttle bus at the Fort Myer Memorial Chapel. The shuttle service begins at 8 a.m. and continues after the observance. More information is available by sending an e-mail to usarmy. mcnair.mdw.mbx.mediadesk-omb@ mail.mil or by calling 202-685-4645.
Belvoir Briefs 2016 Army Birthday Ball Tickets for the 241st Army Birthday Ball celebrating "The American Soldier - Always Ready, Always Leading" are on sale. The 2016 Army Birthday Ball is from 5 p.m. to midnight June 18 at the Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave., NW. Soldiers who are active-duty, National Guard and Army Reserve, Army family members, Army civilians, government contractors, Army retirees and Army veterans can buy tickets. Event officials expect to sell out quickly. First-tier tickets are already sold out, which include GS-11 and below; O-3 and below; WO4 and below; E-9 and below. Interested people will be put on a wait list. Shuttle buses will run to and from the Pentagon to the Hilton. Limited paid parking is available at the venue and nearby garages so guests are strongly encouraged to use the shuttle or public transportation. The Army Birthday Ball is formal. Attire for civilians is formal evening wear or black tie. Military uniform is the Army Service Uniform; Dress Blues/Dress Mess with bow tie, or equivalent for other services. The U.S. Army Field Band, The U.S. Army Drill Team and The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps will provide entertainment. Information about ball registration and ticket prices is available from www.2016ABB.com. The ball’s helpdesk is 1-877-614-3581, or via email to helpdesk@ubt.com.
Military Order of the Purple Heart The Greater Washington DC Chapter 353, Military Order of the Purple Heart’s monthly meeting is Saturday at 1 p.m. at the American Legion Post 176, 6520 Amherst Ave., Springfield, Va. The post’s Warrior Café is open before the meeting for lunch. All Purple Heart Medal recipients, particularly newer ones, are invited. For information, contact Commander, retired Col. Gordon Sumner, gordon.sumner53@gmail.
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Facility evac coordinator training Belvoir’s Fire & Emergency Services Division has announced the 2016 Facility Evacuation Coordinator training courses. This is an annual requirement for each facility on the installation to remain in accordance with Army Regulation 420-1, which makes building managers or appointees, in writing, serve as the evacuation coordinator. People will be trained by the F&ES
The Fort Belvoir Golf Club offers golf clinics for beginners that cover everything needed to get started. Sessions are weekly for five weeks and cover putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, and etiquette. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday clinics start the weeks of May 22, July 10 and Sept. 4. Each session is one hour. Start times for the Tuesday and Thursday sessions is 6 p.m. and on Wednesdays there are 5 and 6 p.m. sessions. Contact the Golf Club, 703806-5878 for more information.
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RECLINING SOFA NOW ONLY $598
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Available in 7 Colors! Choose Fabric or Bonded Leather
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2 PIECE RECLINING SET! NOW ONLY $998 INCLUDES RECLINING SOFA
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QUEEN SLEIGH BED NOW ONLY $198
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5 PIECE BEDROOM INCLUDES QUEEN HEADBOARD, FOOTBOARD, RAILS, DRESSER, & MIRROR NOW ONLY $498 14270 Smoketown Rd Woodbridge, VA 22192 (703) 492- 5861
1845 Carl D. Silver Pkwy Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (540) 786-4800
7378 Stream Walk Ln Manassas, VA 20109 (571) 379-4130
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