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By Donna CipolloniTester staff writer

Twenty-three volunteerSailors from tenant com-mands across Naval Air Sta-tion Patuxent River joinedthe ranks of the installa-tion’s Auxiliary SecurityForce after certification andgraduation June 25 from a12-day training program.

ASF are E-6 and belowservice members providedby tenant commands ac-cording to their militarypopulations, and are usedto augment Pax River’s se-curity force.

“They are trained in ba-sic force protection andguard duties such as entrycontrol and mission essen-tial asset protection,” saidLt. Troy Niccum, Pax Riversecurity officer. “They donot perform law enforce-ment functions.”

Police Sgt. James Wil-liams, the security trainingofficer who led the program,also explained that ASF can

be called upon by the basecommanding officer when-ever extra security is needed— during times of increasedforce protection conditions,anti-terrorism measures orwhen large crowds visit thebase for public events.

“While their primaryfunction is ID check andaccess control at the gates,they can be utilized to pro-tect buildings, personnel orthe waterfront at the CO’sdiscretion,” Williams said.

The ASF program com-bined classroom and physi-cal training, provided expo-sure to lethal and nonlethalweapons, and taught me-chanical advantage controlhold (MACH) techniquesthat use a subject’s ownbody momentum to enablesubmission.

“I’d done knee strikes be-fore with the Marines,” saidHospital Corpsman 3rd ClassSteve Fugate, “but the MACHmaneuvers were new thingsfor me. I learned a lot.”

Personnel Specialist 2nd

Class Jheyson Giraldo fromthe Naval Health ClinicPatuxent River agreed.

“I learned how to fightbetter without hurting peo-ple; how to subdue withoutinjuring,” he said. “This wasa new experience and I’mexcited to be part of it.”

Another day involvedthe class being subjectedto a pepper spray exercisewhere each participant wassprayed across the eye-brows and forehead. Next,they had to open their eyesand count the number offingers being held up by in-structors.

“They wanted to makesure it went into our eyesand it was the worst feelingever,” said Hospital Corps-man 2nd Class Casey Susa-ny. “It not only burned myeyes, it also burned my skin.My eyes wanted to clenchshut. I wanted to quit, but Imustered it up.”

The exercise was meant to

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VOLUME 70, NUMBER 26 Celebrating 70 years of community partnership July 3, 2013

NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, MARYLAND

U.S. Navy photo by Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Jheyson Giraldo

From left, Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Casey Susany and HospitalmanGregory Tate practice hand-to-hand martial arts techniques during AuxiliarySecurity Force training at Naval Air Station Patuxent River on June 20.

Pax Sailors join Auxiliary Security Force

See ASF, Page 7

By Connie HempelNAS Patuxent RiverPublic Affairs

Furthering the Navy’scommitment to support sur-viving families of Airmen,Soldiers, Sailors and Marinesfor as long as they desire,Commander, Navy Installa-tions Command has imple-mented the Gold Star Fami-lies Program to ensure thatfamily members of active-du-ty fallen Sailors have contin-ued access to select servicesat all Navy installations.

In June, Navy installa-tions worldwide establisheddesignated Gold Star Familyparking spaces at various lo-cations around each installa-tion typically frequented bythese families.

At Naval Air Station Patux-ent River, one designatedparking space is located ateach of the following loca-tions: Navy Exchange (NEX),commissary, chapel, naval

health clinic, Fleet and Fam-ily Support Center, River’sEdge Catering and Confer-ence Center and Drill Hall.

A Gold Star base accesscard program is currently

in the works that will al-low these family membersunescorted access to the

U.S. Navy photo by Connie Hempel

Spaces reserved for Gold Star families are locat-ed around the installation.

A perpetual promiseGold Star program honors family of fallen Sailors

See Promise, Page 7

U.S. Navy photo by Connie Hempel

Capt. Heidi Fleming, Naval Air Station Patuxent River executive officer, presentsWillie Edward Vassar with a naval air station patch from her flight suit during hisvisit here June 28. Vasser, whowas celebrating his 91st birthday that day, andhis daughter, Sandra Vassar Gray, toured the installation with CommandMasterChief William Lloyd-Owen. Vasser’s last visit to the installation was during its con-struction-era, December 1942 to January 1943, when hewas employedwith theconstruction company clearing the airfield. Vasser was drafted his last year atPax River and served inWorldWar II with an Army Engineering Aviation Battalionuntil January 1946; this was his first visit to the base since he left in 1943.

From then to now:Former worker visits base 70 years later

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By Patrick GordonNaval DistrictWashingtonWaterline writer

Rear Adm.MarkhamRichrelieved Rear Adm. PatrickJ. Lorge as commandant ofNaval District Washington(NDW) during a change-of-command ceremony inAdmiral Leutze Park at theWashington Navy Yard onJune 21.

Before coming to NDW,Rich commanded Naval AirStation Oceana and servedin Fighter Squadron (VF) 1both as an F-14 instructorand as executive officer. Healso served on the staff ofthe Office of the Chief of Na-val Operations as the deputyof Strike Aircraft Plans andRequirements and with U.S.Space Command’s Policyand Plans Directorate. Richwas a 2004-2005 Secretaryof Defense Corporate Fel-low with Honeywell, Inter-national.

“I couldn’t be more im-pressed with what I’ve seenhere during the turnoverof team 87,” Rich said dur-ing the ceremony. “It is aprofessional, capable andtalented team. I’m excited

by what I’ve seen, and I’mexcited to get started. I lookforward to harnessing thoseincredible abilities of theNDW team and to take onnew challenges of our broadand diverse missions.”

While leading NDW,which is the oldest continu-ously operated Navy instal-lation in the country, Rich’sposition includes duties asthe Joint Forces Headquar-ters National Capital Re-gion deputy commander. Ascommandant of NDW, Richwill lead a workforce of morethan 3,500 military and ci-vilian personnel at six Navyand joint installations: NavalAir Station Patuxent River,Naval Support Activity An-napolis, NSA Bethesda, NSAWashington and Joint-BaseAnacostia-Bolling all locatedin Maryland, and NSA SouthPotomac in Virginia.

During Lorge’s time ascommandant, he hosted theNaval Attaché Corps andpersonally oversaw all cer-emonies featuring foreigndignitaries at the Washing-ton Navy Yard, known as the“quarterdeck of the Navy,”on behalf of the Chief of Na-val Operations. Lorge wasalso a driving force behindthe region’s first integrated

cyber-secure infrastructure,the merger of Maryland bas-es, Bolling Air Force Base andNaval Support Facility Ana-costia, to create Joint-BaseAnacostia-Bolling, and forthe standup of Walter ReedNational Military MedicalCenter at NSA Bethesda, Md.

During the ceremony,Lorge thanked those he hasworked with throughout hiscareer, and reflected on histime at NDW.

“NDW is a team of amaz-ingly powerful success,” saidLorge. “They are the teamthat lends support to ourwarfighters and cares fortheir families back home. Iwill miss them, I will misstheir dedication, their beliefin accomplishing the impos-sible and the joy they showon a daily basis. I couldnever have dreamed a betterdream than being the com-mandant of Naval DistrictWashington.”

At the ceremony, ViceAdm. William French, Com-mander, Navy InstallationsCommand, presented Lorgewith the Legion of Merit forhis leadership of NDW fromJuly 2008 to June 2013.

NDW encompasses morethan 4,000 square miles,including the District of

Columbia, the Marylandcounties of Anne Arundel,Calvert, Charles, Freder-ick, Montgomery, Prince

George’s, and St. Mary’s,and northern Virginia coun-ties of Loudoun, Fauquier,Fairfax, Prince William,

Stafford King George, West-moreland, Arlington andthe cities within their outerboundaries.

U.S. Navy photo by Patrick Gordon

From left, Rear Adm. Markham Rich addresses the audience at the NavalDistrict Washington (NDW) change-of-command ceremony in Leutze Parkat the Washington Navy Yard as Vice Adm. William French, Commander ofNavy Installations Command, and Rear Adm. Patrick J. Lorge look on. Richassumed command from Lorge as the 88th commandant of NDW.

Rear Adm. Rich takes helm of NDW Region

From NavyPersonnel CommandPublic Affairs

MILLINGTON, Tenn.(NNS) — Summer is theperfect time to gather withfamily and friends and takea road trip.

With amusement parks,beaches and family reunionshappening across the coun-try, more families are plan-ning to buckle up and hit theroad, Navy leaders recentlysaid.

“Although the road tripis half the fun, making itto your destination safelyshould always be the firstpriority,” said Dorice Favor-ite, director of the Navy Al-cohol and Drug Abuse Pre-vention (NADAP) Office.

In keeping with the Na-vy’s recently launched “KeepWhat You’ve Earned” cam-paign, NADAP urges Sailorsto drink responsibly through-out the year— you’ve earnedit, don’t waste it.

This summer, considerthe following:

While on vacation trav-eling an unfamiliar route,hauling a boat or camper,

along with the possible dis-traction of pets and childrenin the car. Adding alcohol tothe mix puts the lives of thedriver and everyone in thecar, as well as other peopleon the road, at risk.

Whether you’re on theroad or outdoors, summertemperatures plus alco-hol can equal trouble. Hot

Summer travel tips helping Sailorsto keep what they’ve earned

See Earned, Page 7

U.S. Navy photo by Steven Kays

Capt. Craig Dorrans addresses the audience during a change-of-commandceremony June 27, where he will take on a new role leading the Naval Avia-tion Training Systems Program Office (PMA-205) at Naval Air Station Patux-ent River. PMA-205 serves as the primary training resource for the NavalAviation Enterprise and is responsible for life-cycle management of trainingranges and training systems, to include simulators and associated course-ware that ensures optimum performance for naval aviation. Looking on areRear Adm. Joseph Rixey, deputy assistant secretary of the Navy for Inter-national Programs and the director for the Navy International Programs Of-fice, left, and Capt. John Feeney, the outgoing commander.

For Naval Aviation Training SystemsProgram Office, a changing of guard

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Photo courtesy of Chief Aviation Electrician Jens Hanson

Hanson commits to three moreChief Aviation Electrician Jens Hanson of FleetReadiness Center Mid-Atlantic site (FRCMA)Patuxent River, top left, reenlists at Camden Yardin Baltimore on June 12 for another three years inthe Navy. Pictured, front row from left, are Han-son’s daughters, Emma and Anna Hanson; backrow from left, Hanson, Lt. Cmdr. Michael Windom,FRCMA Pax River Maintenance Officer, and ChiefAviation Electronics Ron Trimner.

U.S. Navy photo by Stacey Mulrooney

Hauerstein receives MSMFrom left, Cmdr. Paul Hauerstein is presented witha Meritorious Service Medal as an end of touraward by Capt. John Feeney, Naval Aviation Train-ing Systems (PMA-205) program manager June 17in the Rear Adm. William A. Moffett Building.

U.S. Navy photo by Personnel Specialist 1st Class Roma Douglas

Trimner awarded CommendationLt. Stacey Trimner, right, is awarded the Navyand Marine Corps Commendation Medal by Capt.Mike Vernere, Naval Health Clinic Patuxent Rivercommanding officer, during an awards ceremonyJune 21. Trimner was the Command’s PatientAdministration and Manpower officer and is mov-ing on to attend the Marine Corps’ Command andStaff War College at Quantico, Va.; her follow-onassignment is with the 1st Medical Battalion, 1stMarine Logistics Group, in Camp Pendleton, Calif.

U.S. Navy photo by Donna Cipolloni

Watlington takes four moreYeoman Third Class Lashanda A. Watlington re-enlisted for four more years during a ceremonyJune 21 with reenlisting officer, U.S. Air Forceretired Maj. Lolita D. Tyler-Lockett. Watlington,who is part of the base’s administrative staff, hasthree years of Navy service.

U.S. Navy photo by Personnel Specialist 1st Class Roma Douglas

White receives commendation letterDr. Jerome White, right, is awarded a Letter ofCommendation by Capt. Mike Vernere, NavalHealth Clinic Patuxent River commanding officer,during an awards ceremony June 21. White is astaff dentist and is transferring to the Dental Clin-ic at Branch Health Clinic NAF Washington.

Celebrating reenlistments, medals, career accomplishments

On base:Services Change in Hours during Furlough

The following services are altered beginning July 8 andrunning through Sept. 30, unless otherwise noted.

Commissary: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.Drill Hall Indoor Pool: Closed when Outdoor Pool is

open. Indoor Pool reopens Sept. 3.Gate 1 Pass Office: Closed until further notice.HAZMAT: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays.Personal Property, building 588 1st floor: 8 a.m. to 3

p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Wednesdays; closed on Fridays.

Personnel Support Activity services: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.weekdays; CAC/ID card service hours will not change.

Supply Warehouse shipping and receiving, building665: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays.

Vacation Bible School at St. Nicholas ChapelJuly 15-19, 5:30-8 p.m.This year’s Vacation Bible School is presented by Wood-

stock Baptist Church at St. Nicholas Chapel and is themed,“Kingdom Chronicles: Stand Strong in the Battle for theTruth,” which is based on Ephesians 6:10-17. Youths whohave completed kindergarten through fifth grade are wel-come to attend. A kick-off night with games, music andfood is July 14 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the chapel. Register bycalling the office at 301-342-3811, attending the kick-offevent, or by signing up on the morning of the 15th.

New NEX, Mini Mart HoursStriving to provide better store coverage with staff and

premier customer service during peak hours of business,

the Navy Exchange (NEX) andMini Mart hours of operationare now:

Main Store: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday;10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays and holidays;

Mini Mart: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.Saturdays; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays; and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.holidays.

Call For Diversity Advisory Team MembersMilitary and DOD civilians can now apply to become

a member of Naval Air Systems Command’s Hispanic En-gagement Action Team, African-American Pipelines Advi-sory Team or the Individuals with Disabilities Action Team.Contact Shaniqua Cousins at [email protected] July 12.

Pax River Quality of Drinking Water ReportThe annual ConsumerConfidenceReport on theQuality of

DrinkingWater for Naval Air Station Patuxent River residentsand employees is now available. This annual report is man-dated by the Safe Drinking Water Act and is intended to raiseconsumer awareness about where their drinkingwater comesfrom, and to help them understand the process by which safedrinking water is delivered to their homes and workspaceson the air station. This report is available on the My NAVAIRwebsite which is CAC-enabled. Those without access to MyNAVAIR can request a copy by contacting Lance McDaniel at301-757-2903 or [email protected], or Denise Reich-ard at 301-757-4953 or [email protected].

DOD Vehicle Base Decals EliminatedAs of July 1, base decals are no longer issued and are no

longer required for entry onto the naval air station, Navyrecreation center or Webster Outlying Field as long as there

is a valid DOD ID card holder in the vehicle. Those needingbase access but do not have a valid DOD ID card will stillhave to get a visitor’s pass — not decal — at the Gate 2 Passand ID Office. All drivers aboard the installation must carrya valid driver’s license, and current registration and insur-ance; military motorcycle riders must also have a copy oftheir basic riders’ course completion certificate. Personnelmay be denied access if unable to provide these items whenasked by the sentries or law enforcement. Personnel whocurrently have a base decal on their vehicle are encouraged,but not required, to scrape the decal off.

Special AIAA/SWE LuncheonJuly 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.River’s Edge Conference CenterThis special American Institute of Aeronautics and As-

tronautics (AIAA) and Society of Women Engineers (SWE)luncheon features “Adventures in Science & Engineeringfrom Space” with guest speaker, Dr. Sandra H. Magnus,the executive director of AIAA and a former NASA astro-naut. Cost is $18 for AIAA and SWE members; $20 for allothers. Visit www.baltwashswe.org , click on “Activities &Calendar,” “BWS Events List,” and then AIAA/SWE lun-cheon on July 11th. Contact Monty Wright at 301-342-9499or [email protected].

Journey Leadership Development ProgramDeadline: July 19Naval Air Systems Command military and DOD civilians

can now apply for JLDP, part of NAVAIR’s ongoing commit-ment to leadership development. JLDP enables participants

News Briefs

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All classes held at the Fleet and Family Support Centerunless noted. Open to active duty, retired and reserve mili-tary. Reservations are necessary and can be made by calling301-342-4911.

Financial Counseling ServicesThe Personal Financial Educator at the Fleet and Fam-

ily Support Center (FFSC) can help Sailors and their fam-ily work towards managing their finances, resolve finan-cial problems and reach long-term goals. With the help ofthe FFSC Financial Educator, military members and theirfamily members can take control of their finances, reducemoney-related stress and overcome the financial challengesof military life. These services are available to active duty,

retirees and family members. Make an appointment with acounselor by calling 301-342-5442.

1-2-3 MagicJuly 8, 15, and 22, noon to 2 p.m.

Résumé WritingJuly 9, 1-4 p.m.

Welcome to PaxJuly 10, 9-11 a.m.

Ombudsman Basic TrainingJuly 10-12, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Playgroup @ Glenn Forest Community CenterThursdays, 10-11 a.m.

Anger Management (three, two-hour sessions)July 17, 24 and 31, 2-4 p.m.Anger is a basic emotion. Join this three-session work-

shop to get a better understanding of anger and how to skill-fully express and manage anger in an effective way.

Personal CommunicationJuly 18, 1-2:30 p.m.This class provides information on different communi-

cation styles and ways to develop more effective speakingand listening skills. Participants practice insightful, produc-tive and rewarding ways to interact with people.

Transition Assistance Program (TAP) SeparateeJuly 22-25, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and July 26, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.TAP is for separating and retiring military members. It

is a joint venture by the FFSC and the Departments of De-fense, Labor, and Veterans Affairs. Topics include skill as-sessment, résumé writing, job search methods, interviewtechniques and a review of veterans’ benefits. Seating islimited. Register through a Career Counselor.

Stress ManagementJuly 25, 2-2:30 p.m.Stress is a part of life and this class offers an understand-

ing of how one’s beliefs and thought process has an impacton how he or she deals with stress. Participants walk awaywith specific actions to manage stress that they can incor-porate into their life immediately.

Ten Steps to a Federal JobJuly 31, 1-4 p.m.Learn how to navigate the federal job system. A 137-page

training guide is provided.

Budgeting for Baby at Building 401July 31, 10 a.m. to noonThe NavyMarine Corps Relief Society illustrates the hid-

den costs associated with a growing family during this class.All Navy andMarine Corps service members who attend re-ceive a new layette valued at more than $100.

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The Fiscal Year 2014 senior chief results were released atthe end of June with 15 Sailors at Pax among those selected.

Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (HX) 21ATCS Somkit J. Carter;

Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron (VQ) 4Senior Chief Master-at-Arms Edgar Fuentes;

Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20Senior Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Jon L. McArtor;

Naval Air Station Patuxent River security departmentSenior Chief Scott Johnson;

Naval Air Systems Command Logistics and IndustrialOperations (AIR 6.0)

Senior Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic AMCS Louis F.Davitt III, Senior Chief Electrician’s Mate John C. Gleghorn,Senior Chief AviationMachinist’sMateRobertD.Hall Jr., Se-nior Chief Aviation Support Equipment Technician Hope A.Kulaszewski, Senior Chief Aviation Electronic TechnicianChristine E. McCan, Senior Chief Aviation Support Equip-ment Technician John M. Morgan and Senior Chief Avia-tion Structural Mechanic Eugene K. Wilbourn;

Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft DivisionSenior Chief Aviation Electrician’s Mate James B. Moore

and Senior Chief Aviation Electronics TechnicianEricTemple;

Naval Test Wing AtlanticSenior Chief Aviation Maintenance Administrationman

Chad W. Young; and

Unmanned A/C SystemsSenior Chief Electrician’s Mate Bonilla Evarista.

U.S. Navy photo by Noel Hepp

Flynn promoted to master chiefNewly promoted Master Chief Petty OfficerJames Flynn, the primary support equipment con-trolling authority in the Aviation Support Equip-ment Program Office (PMA-260), gets his newrank pinned by his wife, Claudia Flynn, and son,Tristan, during a ceremony June 19 in the RearAdm. William A. Moffett Building.

Pax Sailors make the grade

U.S. Navy photo by Donna Cipolloni

Stone pins on seniorSenior Chief Master-at-Arms Scott Johnson,Naval Air Station Patuxent River security depart-ment, is pinned with his new senior chief insigniaby Capt. Heidi Fleming, NAS Patuxent River exec-utive officer, during a frocking ceremony June 28.

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By Ellen ServetnickNaval Air SystemsCommand CooperativeEducation programmanager

Naval Air Warfare Center Air-craft Division (NAWCAD) lead-ers, along with officials from theUniversity of Maryland (UofM)and College of Southern Maryland(CSM), honored the the first threegraduating classes of the triad’sSouthern Maryland MechanicalEngineering Partnership Program.

With the Southern MarylandHigher Education Center beinginstrumental in developing theprogram into a regional resource,NAWCAD was able to quickly real-ize and gain its benefits.

Since late 2009, NAWCAD atNaval Air Station Patuxent Riverhas capitalized on agreementsmade with UofM and CSM in fa-cilitating the Southern MarylandMechanical Engineering Partner-ship Program (SMMEPP), with 19of the program’s graduates em-ployed as DOD civilians onboardPax River.

“We felt that having an un-dergraduate program resident inSouthern Maryland would helpaddress the Navy’s civilian re-cruitment and retention issues,”said Capt. Chris “CJ” Junge, vicecommander for NAWCAD, add-ing that such an institution wouldserve the economic and culturaldevelopment of the region. Jungewas a guest speaker during theceremony.

An awards ceremony in lateMay at the Southern MarylandHigher Education Center cele-brated the 19 graduates of the firstthree classes. Here are the gradu-ates:

Class of 2011John Farnese, Christopher Mc-

Daniel, Christopher Rogers, GaryShowalter and Charles “Hank”Smith.

Class of 2012Stephen Bell, William “David”

Burch, Katherine “Kat” Cornet,Michael Jackson, William “Hud-son” McGinnis, Christopher Na-pier, Shawn Naraine and Robert“Tyler” Pegg.

Class of 2013Daniel Bonnet, Michael “Craig”

Branson, Daniel Budzenski, CoreyGolladay, Jonathan Shaner andWesley Wathen.

Farnese, a 2011 graduate, saidwhen he learned of the program’spotential benefits while pursuinghis associates in general engineer-ing, he thought it too good to betrue.

“Smaller class sizes, the possi-bility for tuition assistance, a paidinternship, and job opportunityafter completing the program howcould I not take advantage?”

Class of 2013 graduate Bransonagreed that, although receivingthose benefits weren’t a guaran-tee, they were some of the samepoints that helped sell him onjoining the program.

“Overall, the financial assis-tance and work experience wonme over,” he said.

Branson, Farnese and theirclassmates are now DOD employ-ees for the Navy in fields relatedto the development and testing ofnew technology, enabling warf-

ighters to fight, win and returnsafely.

“I love providing support forour country and our Navy as wellas expanding my knowledge inthe field of engineering,” Branson

said.Looking back, Farnese said,

“The program is a great opportu-nity and put me in a career withthe government, which is highlysought after by many.”

For all MWR news, visit www.cnic.navy.mil/Patuxentand click on Fleet and Family Readiness.

River’s EdgeCatering andConferenceCenter - 301-342-3656Cedar Point Golf Course - 301-342-3597Customized Creations - 301-342-6293NRC Solomons Recreations - 410-286-8047Energy Zone - 301-995-3869

Ballroom Dance ClassJuly 15, 22 and 29, and Aug. 5, 12 and 19, 6-8 p.m.Get some exercise or just enjoy a evening out at the En-

ergy Zone during this dancing class. Recommended attireis leather-soled shoes. Couples preferred, but interestedsingles will be put on a list to be paired up. Cost is $48 per

person for a six-week session. Call 301-757-3943.

Card and Scrapbook ClassJuly 10, 24 and 31, 5-7:30 p.m.Students create three cards and a scrapbook page each

week. Cost is $10 for one class plus a $5 materials fee, or$25 for all three classes plus a $15 materials fee. Partici-pants are encouraged to bring one to two photos each weekfor their scrapbook page. Participants must be age 13 orolder. July 10: Bay the Seashore & Best of Flowers Cards;July 24: Best of Butterflies & Lacy & Lovely Cards; and July31: Sponging Technique class and Easy Events Cards. Theremust be a minimum of four participants for this class toproceed. Call 301-342-3569.

Basket Weaving ClassJuly 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Customized CreationsStudents create a sweet-round basket with a woven bot-

tom. They also learn a new technique of twinning the bot-tom. Basket can be embellished with painting if desired.The five-hour class is $40 plus a $10 material fee. Call 301-342-3569.

Les Mills Body Step and Body PumpJuly 13Energy Zone

New routine launch Body Step is at 8 a.m., and BodyPump is at 9 a.m. Regular group rates apply. Class passesmay be purchased at the Drill Hall Fitness and Sports Of-fice. Call 301-757-3943.

Dive in Theater at NRC SolomonsJuly 14: Shark Tales, Aug. 11: Dolphin TaleTake a dip in the pool from 7:30-9 p.m. and enjoy a mov-

ie starting at 9 p.m. “Floating only” throughout the dura-tion of the film. Call 410-286-8047.

All American Pie Eating ContestJuly 17, 5:30-8 p.m.Families are welcome to sign up an compete in the pie-

eating contest at the Rassieur Youth Center. Call 301-342-1694.

Current School Age Care Registrationfor Bus Services

July 18-19, Rassieur Youth CenterPatrons who are already utilize the Youth Center bus

service must confirm usage for the 2013-2014 School Year.Registration must be done at the Rassieur Youth Center.Registration schedule: July 29, current SAC patrons; Aug.2 and 5, new military; and Aug. 8, new DOD civilians. Call301-342-4498.

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Courtesy photos

Class of 2011 graduates, from left, are: Chris McDaniel,John Farnese, Chris Rogers and Gary Showalter.

Class of 2012 graduates, from left, are: Stephen Bell, ChrisNapier, Robert Tyler Pegg, David William Burch, ShawnNaraine, William Hudson McGinnis. Graduates Kat Cornetand Michael Jackson are not included in the photo.

Class of 2013 graduates, from left, are: Corey Golladay,Daniel Bonnett, Michael “Craig” Branson, John Shaner andWesley Wathen.

Navy, Maryland colleges forge partnership for retention, recruitment

“I love providing support

for our country and our

Navy as well as expand-

ing my knowledge in the

field of engineering,”

— Michael “Craig” Branson,Class of 2013

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

The Solomons Island Tiki Bar Presents OurSalute Your Troops Event

Saturday, July 6th 20134pm - 8pm

This will be our 3rd annual Salute Your Troops Event.All service men and women 21 and older will

be given a wrist band at the door.

We invite you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the talentedCharlie Bezilla and the island breeze Tiki Bar has to offer.

Our staff will be looking to personally thank you forserving our country and will be offering you

one of our many prizes donated from wonderfulSouthern Maryland businesses. This is a day for you

– we honor your bravery and hard work!

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Thursday, July 4No Shows

Friday, July 56:30 p.m.,After Earth

A crash landing leavesteenager Kitai Raige andhis legendary father Cypherstranded on Earth, 1,000years after cataclysmicevents forced humanity’s es-cape. With Cypher criticallyinjured, Kitai must embarkon a perilous journey to sig-nal for help, facing unchart-ed terrain, evolved animalspecies that now rule theplanet, and an unstoppablealien creature that escapedduring the crash. Father andson must learn to work to-gether and trust one anoth-er if they want any chanceof returning home. Rated:Rated: PG-13 (1 hr, 40 min)

9 p.m.,Now You See Me

During their performanc-es, the world’s greatest illu-sionists known as “The FourHorsemen” pull off a seriesof daring heists against cor-rupt business leaders. Thesuperteam of illusionistsshower the stolen profits ontheir audiences while stay-ing one step ahead of anelite FBI squad in a game ofcat and mouse. Rated: PG-13(1 hr, 54 min)

Saturday, July 64 p.m.,

After Earth

6:30 p.m.,Now You See Me

9 p.m.,The Hangover Part IIIAfter the death of his fa-

ther, Alan turns to the Wolf-pack in his time of grief. Thistime, there’s no wedding,no bachelor party - just onesimple road trip. What couldpossibly go wrong? Rated: R(1 hr, 40 min)

Sunday, July 72 p.m., After Earth

Monday and TuesdayNo Movies

Wednesday, July 106:30 p.m.,After Earth

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simulate a real-world scenar-io where, if it was necessaryto use pepper spray and self-contamination occurred, theparticipants would knowwhat to expect while still at-tempting to subdue a perpe-trator, Williams explained.

“It teaches us what weneed to do under those cir-cumstances,” Susany said.“Are we controlled? Are westill using voice commandsand going through the prop-er procedures?”

After the punishing exer-cise, Sgt. Williams gave theclass its due.

“They’re a class of fight-ers,” he said. “They main-

tained their control, focusedon the threat, attacked thethreat and achieved sub-mission by handcuffing thethreat.”

The new ASF graduateswill be required to stand two12-hour shifts per month inorder to maintain their pro-ficiency and receive sustain-ment training.

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Jaynes moves from COMFRC to PEO(A)

U.S. Navy photo by Gary Younger

From left, captain selects Bob Farmer and Paul Filardi, along with Rear.Adm. CJ Jaynes and Dennis West, celebrate the cohesion of the Fleet Read-iness (FRCs) and Naval Air Systems Command Logistics and Industrial Op-erations (NAVAIR 6.0) during Jaynes’ farewell dinner June 26 at the River’sEdge. Jaynes held the dual role as commander of the FRCs and NAVAIR as-sistant commander for NAVAIR 6.0. Farmer is the executive director forNAVAIR 6.0, Filardi is the COMFRC chief of staff and West is the COMFRCdeputy commander and director of industrial operations. Jaynes hasmoved to a new assignment as the Program Executive Officer for AirAnti-submarine Warfare, Assault and Special Mission programs, or PEO(A).

installation. Previously, ac-cess to the installation forGold Star families was onlyallowed with an escort if theydidn’t have a DOD ID card oftheir own. Navy officials are

still working out the details, toinclude issuance procedures.

The Gold Star FamiliesProgram provides familymembers of fallen active-du-ty service members easy andunescorted access to supportservices on Navy installa-tions such as the Fleet FamilySupport Center and the com-missary. It also allows these

family members the ability toattend on-base ceremoniesand events without having topre-arrange on-base escortassistance.

Family members can par-ticipate in the Gold Star Pro-gram as long as they desire.

For more informationabout Gold Star Families, visitwww.goldstarmoms.com.

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summer days cause fluidloss through perspiration,while alcohol causes fluidloss through increased uri-nation. Together, they canquickly lead to dehydrationor heat stroke.

At parties, make at leastevery other drink a nonalco-holic one. If you’re the host,be sure to provide plentyof cold, refreshing nonal-coholic drinks to keep your

guests well hydrated. If youknow you’ll be driving, stayaway from alcohol. And re-member, there’s no shamein taking a cab or sleep-ing on a friend’s couch ifyou feel at all unsure if youshould be driving.

Most importantly, donot drink and drive. Therate of alcohol-related traf-fic fatalities increases signif-icantly from Memorial Dayto Labor Day.

“The summer holidaysare some of the most dan-gerous times of the year tobe on the road. Our Sailors

have worked hard and de-serve to enjoy their summerin a safe way,” said Favorite.“Have fun with family andfriends, but be smart if youchoose to drink.”

For more informationand to help promote re-sponsible drinking thissummer materials and re-sources from NADAP’s re-cently launched campaign,Keep What You’ve Earned,are available at www.nadap.navy.mil. Materials includeSailor fact sheets, postersand video.

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By Courtney BartschNaval Air Warfare Center Air-craft Division Public AffairsIntern

Cycling is rapidly becoming an exercis-ing trend in the United States.

Between 1990 and 2009, the numberof bike commuters rose 64 percent and isincreasing annually, according to a 2011study by the University Transportation Re-search Center.

Naval Air Systems Command’s Bike toWork week, May 13-17, underscored theemphasis on healthy living, environmen-tally friendly efforts and money savingbenefits that cycling brings which led toan increase of cyclists on the roadway. Theincrease in cyclists on roadways has alsoincreased safety risks. The National High-way Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)offers the following advice for new and ex-perienced riders to ensure they get all ofthe benefits of cycling while minimizingpotential injuries.

Go With the Traffic Flow. Ride on theright in the same direction as other vehi-cles. Go with the flow - not against it.

Obey All Traffic Laws. A bicycle is a ve-hicle and you’re a driver. When you ride inthe street, obey all traffic signs, signals, andlane markings.

Yield to Traffic When Appropriate. Al-

most always, drivers on a smaller road mustyield (wait) for traffic on a major or largerroad. This also means yielding to pedestri-ans who have already entered a crosswalk.

Be Predictable. Ride in a straight line,not in and out of cars. Signal your movesto others.

Stay Alert at All Times. Use your eyesand ears. You need your ears to hear trafficand avoid dangerous situations; don’t weara headset when you ride.

Look Before Turning. When turningleft or right, always look behind you for abreak in traffic, then signal before makingthe turn. Watch for left- or right-turningtraffic.

Watch for Parked Cars. Ride farenough out from the curb to avoid theunexpected from parked cars (like doorsopening, or cars pulling out).

See and Be Seen. Whether daytime,dawn, dusk, foul weather, or at night, youneed to be seen by others. Remember, justbecause you can see a driver doesn’t meanthe driver can see you.

For more information on bicycle safety,visit the NHTSA website at www.nhtsa.dot.gov.

Safety tips for a growing trend

Amateur cyclist Cmdr.Scott Giles, left, pedalshis way to a third placefinish at the Nature Val-ley Grand Prix in St. Paul,Minn., June 12-16. “It wasa relief and satisfyingto finish the stage race,around mid-pack,” saidGiles, T-45 integratedproduct team lead forthe Naval UndergraduateFlight Training SystemsProgram Office(PMA-273) at Naval AirStation Patuxent River.Giles is now setting hissights on his next en-deavor, the Military WorldCycling Championships,which is scheduledfor September inLeopoldsburg, Belgium.He has submitted his ap-plication for inclusion inthe U.S. Armed ForcesCycling Team.

Pax amateur cyclist takes third at pro race

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To help make the most of your celebrations, theNaval Air Station Patuxent River Public Affairs Officehas compiled things to do in Southern Maryland thisholiday, including events occurring on the days beforeand after July 4. Also listed are the holiday hours forlocations around base and in the community.

Fireworks Spectacular

St. Mary’s CountyOn base: Solomons FireworksJuly 4, around 9 p.m. (after dusk)Viewable along the northern shores of Naval Air Sta-

tion Patuxent River and all across Solomons. While theRiver’s Edge Catering and Conference Center is closedfor a ticketed event most of the day, firework viewerswill be permitted to enter the center’s lawn starting at9 p.m. Call 301-342-3656.

St. Mary’s College River Concert SeriesJuly 5 at dusk, near the Townhouse Green residenc-

es off of College Drive in St. Mary’s City. Web site: riv-erconcertseries.org.

Dennis Point MarinaJuly 6 starting at 9:15 p.m. in Drayden, Md.There are events all day starting with a golf cart pa-

rade at 10 a.m. Website: http://dennispointmarina.net,click on Events and then Fireworks.

Calvert CountyChesapeake Beach FireworksJuly 3 starting at dusk on the Chesapeake Beach wa-

terfront. Website: www.chesapeake-beach.md.us.

Fireworks Cruise Aboard the Wm. B. TennisonJuly 4 starting at 8 p.m. Meet at the Calvert Marine

Museum in Solomons. Preregistration required andcan be made by calling 410-326-2042, ext. 41. Website:www.calvertmarinemuseum.com

Solomons FireworksJuly 4, around 9 p.m. (after dusk)Viewable across Solomons and along the northern

shores of Naval Air Station Patuxent River.

Charles CountyTown of Indian Head Fourth of July Celebration

and FireworksJuly 4 at The Village Green and Pavilion in Indian

Head, Md. Patriotic opening ceremony begins at 3:30p.m.; amusements and live entertainment all day, andfood available for sale. Free admission. Website: www.townofindianhead.org.

Celebrate Charles -A Fun Filled FourthJuly 4, 4:30-9:30 p.m., at the Regency Furniture Sta-

dium in Waldorf, Md. Live music, Family Fun Zone,and Best of Charles County will be showcased.Admission is free; fee for Family Fun Zone.Website: www.CharlesCountyMD.gov.

Town of La PlataIndependence DayWatermelon BashJuly 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the grounds of the

La Plata Town Hall in La Plata, Md. Food, games andwatermelon. Website: www.townoflaplata.org.

Other Independence Day Celebrations

St. Mary’s CountyOn base: Red White and Blue Golf TournamentJuly 4, tee off between 7-11 a.m. at Cedar Point Golf

CourseUse red, white and blue sequence for teeing off,

golfers start with the color of their choice. Registrationis taken before playing. Entry fee is $10, plus greens fee.Guests are permitted. Call 301-342-3597.

NRC Solomons: Patriotic ParadeJuly 4 starting at 3 p.m.Join the Solomons’ team in the

third annual Patriotic Parade onJuly 4. Whether it’s a poochdressed up as Uncle Sam,a little red wagonwith stars andstripes, a

bicycle with streamers or a golf cartwith balloons, the Solomons’ teamlooks forward to everyone joining them for this familyfriendly walk from the Adventure Zone to the RiversidePool. Call 410-286-8047.

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Courtesy photos by Christopher J. Grensted

Happy Independence Day:Celebrating 237 years

See Celebrations, Page 12

Fireworks prohibited on base groundsPer the Naval District Washington Instruction

11320 10E, possession of fireworks, for sale, stor-age or use, is prohibited within the region, to in-clude housing areas aboard Navy property. Theonly exception is that of command-controlleddisplays.

Fireworks includes all types of sparklers andblack powder.

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By Rob KoonProgram ExecutiveOffice of TacticalAircraft Public Affairs

Landing on an aircraftcarrier is now safer, thanksto the Joint Precision Ap-proach and Landing System(JPALS) team from the NavalAir Traffic Management Sys-tems Program Office (PMA-213).

JPALS is an all-weatherlanding system that uses aGlobal Positioning Systemand navigation systems tosafely land both land- andsea-based aircraft. JPALScompleted its latest roundof testing aboard the USSGeorge H.W. Bush (CVN 77)in late May.

The 52-person teamspent 11 days aboard thecarrier testing the latestJPALS software with twoF/A-18C Hornet aircraftfrom Air Test and EvaluationSquadron (VX) 23, and anMH-60S helicopter from AirTest and Evaluation Squad-ron (HX) 21, based at NavalAir Station Patuxent River.A modified Beechcraft KingAir flying from St. Mary’sCounty Airport was alsoused as a test bed aircraft.

“The Hornets flew 65 lowapproaches to touch-and-go

or full-stop landings duringour two weeks on CVN 77,”said Lee Mason, PMA-213’sJPALS Ship System inte-grated program team lead.“The King Air completed 29low approaches. So far, weare very pleased with theresults. The system is ex-pected to achieve tremen-dously improved landingaccuracy.”

With the completion ofthis two-week test period,the JPALS program tran-sitioned into the secondphase of integrated test,establishing the system re-quirements verification forJPALS, Mason added.

“The data generatedfrom this two-week, at-seaperiod is undergoing de-tailed analysis by our ex-perts. This analysis will, inturn, be used to validateand verify the system is ac-curate and working,” saidCapt. Darrell Lack, PMA-213program manager.

Later this summer, JPALSis scheduled to complete ad-ditional at-sea testing to fur-ther refine the verificationand validation effort andenable the completion ofthe operational assessmentof the JPALS ship system,which is needed to progressto the program’s next mile-

stone, Lack added.“JPALS will provide ad-

verse weather, adverse ter-

rain, day and night, and sur-vivable precision approachand landing capability that

supports service and multi-national interoperability,”Lack said. “It is particularly

suitable for the F-35, futureaircraft and unmanned airvehicle operations at sea.”

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U.S. Navy photo

One of two F/A-18C Hornets from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 lands aboard USS GeorgeH.W. Bush (CVN 77) during the recently completed round of Joint Precision Approach and LandingSystem (JPALS) testing this spring. JPALS is an all-weather landing system based on differential GPSinformation for land- and sea-based aircraft.

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By Naval Air StationPatuxent RiverPublic Affairs

The summer season is typi-cally a busy month for militarymoves, but no matter how manytimes service members have relo-cated from one station to another,smooth moves are only possiblewith planning, attention to detailand flexibility.

Sailors at Naval Air StationPatuxent River may find it a littlemore challenging when trying topack up and ship out due to theconcentration of military basesand limited number of movingcompanies available in the area,said Lt. Cmdr. Monica Agarwal,the base supply officer at NAS PaxRiver.

“Due to high volume of ordersissued during the summer and thedecrease in moving companies,arranging a move has becomemore of a challenge than in previ-ous years,” she said. “The key is toplan ahead and be flexible.”

There is already a three-weekbacklog for household goods pick-ups at Pax with nearly 50 ship-ments still waiting to be sched-uled, Agarwal said.

There are several websites tohelp mitigate the summer surgeand aid service members with

their move, whether it is a changeof station, retirement or sepa-ration. But, the first step in anymove is visiting www.move.mil.The second is to ensure all yourpaperwork is uploaded into theDefense Personal Property Sys-tem, commonly referred to asDPS, as soon as possible, she said.

Move.mil offers numeroussubjects to help Sailors and theirfamily in preparation as well asprovide an understanding of en-titlements and responsibilities.

Here are the Top 10 Tips fora smooth move:

1. Have orders handy. Also, besure to know the order number,the date orders were issued andwho issued the orders.

2. Don’t wait to enter informa-tion into DPS.

3. Know your responsibilitiessuch as what you can and cannotship, what to do to prepare. Readthe booklet, “It’s Your Move,” it’savailable for service members atwww.transcom.mil, click on De-fense Transportation Regulations,Personal Property (Part IV), Ap-pendix, and then scroll down andclick on the PDF link for Attach-ment K1 - Updated May 2013;DOD civilians will need to scrolldown and click on the PDF link

for Attachment K2 - Updated May2013.

4. Know the packers’ responsi-bilities. These can also be foundin the “It’s Your Move” booklet.

5. Know weight limits. Excessweight equals costs a lot of mon-ey. For weight limits, visit www.move.mil, click on Before YouMove, Weight Allowance on theleft, and then Weight AllowanceTable - JFTR Vol 1.

6. People moving themselvesmust first ensure they are ap-proved. Information for Person-ally Procured Moves is availableat www.move.mil, and then Per-sonally Procured Move under theQuick Links. 7.

7. Personnel who are not ableto be at their home on pack ordelivery day must ensure theiragent has the correct paperwork,is available and knows his or herresponsibilities.

8. Separate Pro Gear from therest of the household goods. Insome cases a spouse may be enti-tled to Pro Gear - weights are lim-ited and prior approval is needed.

9. Use a civilian email addressand phone numbers. It is impera-tive for the personal property beable to reach you during yourmoving process.

10. Reduce clutter and get ridof unnecessary items.

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Naval Air Station Patuxent River currently has a three-weekbacklog for household goods pickups. These Top 10 Tipsput you on the path to a smooth move.

Summer signals surge in moves, household goods shipments

FurloughhoursDuring furlough sea-son, July 8 throughSept. 30, the Per-sonal Property of-fice in building 588is open from 8 a.m.to 3 p.m. Mondays,Tuesdays and Thurs-days; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Wednesdays; and isclosed on Fridays.

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St. Nicolas ChapelSchedule

Office hours:Weekdays, 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.

Main Office phone: 301-342-3811

Daily Mass:Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to noon

Sunday Services:Morning Catholic service: 9-10 a.m.Evening Catholic service: 5-6 p.m.Protestant service: 11 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.

Jam on the SquareJuly 5, 5-8 p.m. in LeonardtownLeonardtown First Fridays and the Leonardtown Busi-

ness Association presents, “Red, White and the Blues.” Call301-934-8437.

Calvert CountyRock the Dock Summer Concert Series: Tribute BandsJuly 4 from 7-9:45 p.m. at the Chesapeake Beach Resort

and Spa. An evening of live music at the waterfront Board-walk Cafe. Website: www.chesapeakebeachresortspa.com.

Charles CountyThomas Stone National Historic SiteEvents celebrating the nation’s birthday are from 11 a.m.

to 3 p.m. July 4 in Port Tobacco, Md. Website: www.nps.gov/thst.

Smallwood State ParkEvents celebrating the nation’s birthday are from 1-2:45

p.m. July 4 in Indian Head, Md. Website: www.nps.gov/thst.

Closed for the holiday

On baseCommissaryOpen from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4. Normal hours resume

July 5. Reminder, beginning July 8, the commissary will be

closed Mondays and Tuesdays during the furloughs, whichrun through Sept. 30.

Legal officeThe base legal office is closed July 3 and 4. Normal hours

resume July 5.Naval health clinic and PharmacyThe clinic and pharmacy are closed July 4. Normal hours

resume July 5.

St. Mary’s CountyAll St. Mary’s County Government Offices are closed July

4 and will reopen July 5.The St. Andrews Landfill, six Convenience Centers and

the St. Mary’s Transit Systemwill not operate July 4. Normalbusiness hours resume July 5.

The three St. Mary’s County libraries are closed July 4and will reopen at 9 a.m. July 5.

All Senior Activity Centers are closed July 4 and there willbe no Meals on Wheels delivery. Normal business resumesJuly 5.

Calvert CountyAll Calvert County government offices are closed July 4.All Solid Waste facilities are closed July 4 and will reopen

for regular hours July 5.There are no public transportation services July 4. Regu-

lar schedules resume July 5.All Calvert County libraries are closed July 4. Normal

hours resume July 5.The Calvert Pines, Southern Pines and North Beach se-

nior centers are closed July 4 and there will be no Meals onWheels delivery. Normal business resumes July 5.

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to enhance their productivity skills, developa more robust personal network, increaseorganizational knowledge and gain oppor-tunities for professional growth and ad-vancement. JLDP is open to DOD civiliansGS 9-13 andWG 9-13— salary equivalent toGS-09/4 for other pay bands — and militaryE4-E6 and O1-O3. Visit https://mynavair.navair.navy.mil/careerdevelopment.

Commissary Online SurveyUntil Aug. 1Whether youshopat your local commissary

ornot, the commissarywants tohear fromyou.Take the online survey at www.commissaries.com, click on the “take our survey” link, or ac-cess the survey directly at https://www.survey-monkey.com/s/DeCA-Shopping-Survey. Thesurvey takes only 8-12minutes to complete.

DAV Assistance on baseThursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,Fleet and Family Support CenterEach Thursday, members of the Disabled

American Veterans St. Mary’s Chapter #26are at the Fleet and Family Support Centerto assist active-duty military and veterans incompleting Veterans Administration formsfor obtain VA benefits. Call the FFSC at 301-342-4911 to schedule an appointment.

Don’t Be Blown Away ThisHurricane Season

The Atlantic Hurricane Season runsthrough Nov. 30. As part of the Navy com-munity, you have a role in planning foremergencies — preparedness empowersyou. It saves lives, property and time. ReadyNavy is an emergency preparedness pro-gram created for you, the Navy community,to increase the ability of every person andfamily on or near Navy installations to meettoday’s challenges head on and plan andprepare for all types of hazards and naturaldisasters. Be Ready by visiting www.Ready.Navy.mil.

Navy 311 At Your ServiceGot aquestion?Get ananswer.NAVY311 is

a single point of entry to access help desk sup-port across theNavy—andno topic is off lim-its. Ask NAVY 311 about systems, equipment,training, facilities, career, information tech-nology, medical, logistics andmore. Whetheryou’re at sea, in port, on duty or liberty, NAVY311 is available 24/7. Call 855-NAVY-311 (855-628-9311), visit www.Navy311.navy.mil oremail [email protected].

Where’s Gnorman?Somewhere in this issue we’ve hidden

Gnorman the gnome. Be the first to call inhis location and receive one Center StageTheater movie ticket; good for any CenterStage movie. The same person cannot winmore than once a month. Calls are only ac-cepted between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Fri-days. Call the Tester staff at 301-342-4163.Last week’s winner was Steve Myers.

Off base:Down and Dirty Mud Run

July 21Bowie, Md.Down and Dirty is an obstacle-climbing,

trail-blasting race that pushes contestantsto their limits. There are two courses withmore than 20 obstacles, along with a post-race meal and expo for family and friends.Visit www.downanddirtymudrun and enterdiscount code 10MILDD2013.

‘Piggin’ on the Patuxent’ BarbequeCompetition

Aug. 3St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge No. 2092There will be activities throughout the

day for all ages: children’s play area, foodand beverage vendors, merchandise ven-dors, raffles and live entertainment. Thisyear there is a one day — two meat, chickenand ribs, contest. All proceeds benefit Char-lotte Hall Veterans Home and the HospiceHouse of St Mary’s. Contact Mike Palmer [email protected] or 240-925-3641.

St. Mary’s County Participatesin Summer Food Program

Free lunch is available to all children andyouths up to age 18 regardless of race, color,national origin, sex, age, or disability. Mealsare provided from 11 a.m. to noon until Aug.1 at Lexington Park Elementary and GeorgeW. Carver Elementary. Contact L. MichaelJones at 301-475-4256, ext. 5.

St. Mary’s County Summer CampsSpace remains available for the 2013

Summer Camps. St. Mary’s County Recre-ation and Parks offers a variety of full andhalf-day summer camps for children andyouths ages 3½-12 at locations around thecounty. Parents can register their childrenonline at www.stmarysmd.com and clickRecreate, in person at the Recreation andParks office in Leonardtown or by mail toP.O. Box 653 Leonardtown, MD 20650. Call301-475-4200 ext. 1800 or 1801.

Foreclosure HOPEThe Maryland Department of Housing

and Community Development offers re-sources and programs to help homeownerswith foreclosure prevention through theHome Owners Preserving Equity (HOPE)campaign. The HOPE counseling networkhelps homeowners understand their realis-tic options and services provided are at nocost to the homeowner. Call the MarylandHOPEHotline at 877-462-7555 or visit www.MDHOPE.org.

Volunteer opportunities:Pax Natural Resources Division

Volunteers are needed to assist withDiamondback Terrapin nesting surveys onbase. Volunteers receive training on howto conduct nest surveys, collect morpho-metric data from nesting females and eggs,mark adult turtles and protect nests frompredators. The project runs through earlyfall. For more information and to sign up,contact Sarah Funck at 301-757-0001 or [email protected].

Meals on WheelsThe Naval Air Station Patuxent River’s

Meals on Wheels program is seeking mili-tary and DOD civilian volunteers to deliverlunchtime meals to elderly patrons in theCalifornia, Md., area once a month. Theroute is approximately 12miles from start tofinish and generally takes a little more thanan hour to finish. Contact Boatswain’s Mate2nd Class Shane Slater at 301-342-3368 orstop by Port Operations in building 312.

Jefferson Patterson Parkand Museum

Numerous volunteer opportunitiesavailable for any interest. Whether it’s work-ing with children, setting up tents, staffingthe front gate or anything in-between, JPPMcan use you. For more information, contactErin Atkinson at 410-586-8512.

St Mary’s County:

Master Gardener ClinicSaturday, 10 a.m. to noonCharlotte Hall libraryStop by and get your gardening ques-

tions answered.

Professional Performance -Mr. Jon and Friends

Monday, 10 a.m., White Marsh Elemen-tary; 12:30 p.m., Leonardtown Elementary;3 p.m., Lexington Park library

Kids of all ages will enjoy this fun, silly,and dancing good time show with musicand puppets. Free. Please bring a nonper-ishable food for the local food pantry.

Science of ArchaeologyTuesday, 10-11:30 a.m.Leonardtown libraryYouths ages 10 and older will identify,

interpret and preserve artifacts includingexcavation of 17th century homestead, seedidentification, and using chemistry to cleanartifacts. Presented by Jefferson PattersonPark. Free. Registration required at 301-475-2846 or www.stmalib.org.

Get more from GoogleWednesday, July 10, 2-3:30 p.m.Charlotte Hall LibraryTeens, discover the world of Google:

docs, apps, and more. The possibilities ofwhat can you can do are endless. Free. Reg-ister at 301-884-2211 or www.stmalib.org.

Calvert County:Friday Night Farmers Market,Classic Car Cruise-in and Art Fair

Friday, 6-9 p.m.North Beach, 5th through 7th StreetsMay through October! This weekly mar-

ket offers seasonal delights from local farmsSample wines from Calvert County wineriesand purchase by the glass or bottle. Classiccar enthusiasts can enjoy local vehicles, andArt Fair promotes an art culture through thesupport of local artists.

Interview Skills One-on-OneCalvert library, Prince FrederickSaturday, 9-10 a.m.Sharpen your interview skills with an HR

professional from Microsoft. Please registerat 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Rock the Dock Summer ConcertsSaturday, 6:30-10:45 p.m.; Sunday, 4-8 p.m.Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa, 4165

Mears Ave., Chesapeake BeachEnjoy an evening of live music at the wa-

terfront Boardwalk Cafe.

Job Source Mobile Career CenterWednesday, July 10, 1-4 p.m.Calvert library, Prince FrederickReceive job counseling, resume help,

and get connected with Southern Mary-land JobSource. This mobile center featurescomputer workstations, satellite internetaccess, exterior audio visual and broadcast-ing capabilities; state of the art workforceapplications and connectivity for wirelessmobile device access.

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