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South Potomac PilotSouth Potomac PilotOctober 30, 2015

NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY

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By Kimberly M. Lansdale Center for Surface Combat Systems

The Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) and its learning site, AEGIS Training and Readiness Center (ATRC), celebrated 30 years of training, which included a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new wing, onboard Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren, Va. on Oct. 21.

To start the ceremony, Capt. Pete Galluch, ATRCs commanding officer, discussed ATRCs past and welcomed distinguished guests, including Virgin-ias Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs John C. Harvey, Jr., a retired admiral, retired Vice Adm. James Doyle, Jr., Mrs. Anna Mae Meyer, wife of the late Rear Adm. Wayne Meyer, and prior command-ing officers, retired Capts. Willard Siepel, Sheldon Margolis, Ted Hontz, and Rick Easton.

Ground breaking for the AEGIS Training Center took place in 1983, Galluch said. It was formally es-tablished as a training command in November, 1984 and opened for training in October, 1985 with the first class of 14 students graduating December18, 1985 from the AEGIS Computer Fundamentals course.

Capt. Bill McKinley, CSCS commanding officer,

then introduced the keynote speaker, retired Rear Adm. George Huchting.

Today, I have the honor and privilege to intro-duce an essential leader and mentor in the AEGIS community, McKinley said.

Huchting discussed the importance of interna-tional AEGIS partnerships and history of the school-house. He then spoke directly to ATRC instructors in the audience.

How you prepare your Sailor students and how you use your experience to take another turn on the war fighting effectiveness is key to the real val-ue of those national treasurers the AEGIS fleet standing tall to whatever challenge they face Not taking a hit, and if they do, fighting through and coming home safe, Huchting said. Your job is to ensure that the next 34,000 Sailors who come through these doors can do just that!

He then addressed the students.Thirty-four thousand Sailors have walked in your

moccasins they have taken your ship and its AE-GIS system to sea truly, they have gone in harms way, Huchting explained. Their feedback has en-

Celebrating 30 Years of AEGIS Training

U.S. Navy photo By MaSS CoMMUNiCatioN SpeCiaLiSt 1St CLaSS CharLeS LUdwig

Left to right: AEGIS Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) command-ing officer Capt. Pete Galluch, retired Rear Adm. George Huchting, ATRC student of the month FC3 Andrew Brunetta, and Center for Surface Combat Systems commanding offi-cer Capt. Bill McKinley cut the ribbon officially opening the new addition to the Rear Adm. Wayne E. Meyer AE-GIS Education Center onboard Naval Support Facility Dahlgren, Va. see AEGIS, page 3

By Barbara wagner Staff writer

On Oct. 23 the Navys last coal fired power plant, the Goddard Power Plant, was decommissioned from ser-vice. The plant was built in 1957 and was considered cutting edge technol-ogy for that time. The plant was capa-ble of providing over 900 Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) of steam, exceeding the previous plants production of 200 PSI steam. The Goddard Plant had al-ready exceeded its expected service life by over a decade and had served as the primary power source for the Navys premiere base for energetics, Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head, Md.

To commemorate the occasion, a decommissioning ceremony took place just outside the gates of the old power plant. Following an invocation from NSASP Command Chaplain Lt. Cmdr. Randy Gibson, Cmdr. William Windus, NSASP public works officer, offered a welcome to those in atten-dance and introduced NSASP Com-manding Officer Capt. Mary Feinberg. Feinberg spoke about the significance of the closing of Goddard in light of

Navys Last Coal-Fired Plant Decommissioned

U.S. Navy photo By aNdrew reveLoS

Rear Admiral Kate Gregory, Commander, Naval Facilities Engineering Command and Chief of Civil Engineers, and Secretary Dennis McGinn, Assistant Secretary of the Navy Energy, Installations and Environment, locked the entrance to the Goddard Power Plant during the Goddard Power Plant decommissioning ceremony held at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head, Md. on Oct. 23.see PLANT, page 2

2 Friday, October 30, 2015The South Potomac Pilot

By Barbara wagner Staff writer

Naval Support Activity South Po-tomac (NSASP) recently held an energy fair at the parade field pavil-ion on Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren to raise awareness and provide resources and information on what employees can do to save energy at home and at work.

NSASP Energy Manager Kathryn Simpson hopes that the information will help remind personnel to be more mindful of their energy con-sumption during the workday and hopes the event provided the knowl-edge to achieve that goal.

There were various vendors pres-ent including Dominion Power, who provided an interactive display aimed at educating children on the dangers that can be present with electricity. They also displayed line-man equipment, conveying to chil-dren just how difficult working with electricity can be.

Dominion will be working with Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) on a preliminary audit to identify sources of energy inefficiency to help create a more effective energy program there.

Con Edison was on hand to provide information and educational materi-als for mostly commercial venues, but was happy to provide informa-tion about residential questions.

F.C. Ouellette Heating and Air had a representative on hand with residential information about steps everyone can take to reduce their energy consumption as well as to ensure a safe electric environment. Things like increased insulation, a programmable thermostat or even

a Home Energy Check-Up as rec-ommended by Dominion Power. Ouellette Heating and Air is a certi-fied provider for Dominions Home Energy Check-Up.

Leckner Ford was also on hand with Fords newest energy efficient vehicles the Ford C-Max and the Ford Fusion Hybrid. Energy efficient

vehicles not only save energy and money, but by using less fuel create less pollution.

Simpson was on hand as well and was encouraged by the turnout to the event.

My takeaway from the event was that we have many employees very interested in saving energy at home

and work, Simpson said. Im look-ing forward to more opportunities for energy education with our em-ployees.

Simpson also reminds everyone at NSF Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head to do all they can to help Team South Potomac win the 2015 En-ergy Biggest Loser event by being

especially mindful of their energy consumption throughout the month of November.

Lets show the rest of the region that our unique diversity in tenants and missions at NSF Dahlgren and NSF Indian Head only helps Team South Potomac accomplish great things together.

Next Stop: Conservation Station at NSF Dahlgren

the role it had played in the mission of NSF Indian Head.

Today we will close much more than a building, but the lifeblood, or the heart, of this base for more than 60 years, Feinberg said. Fein-berg went on to share the fact that through the closing of the coal plant, as well as the discontinuation of its use of the number six fuel required to operate the plant, will result in a 99 percent reduction of sulfuric dioxide emissions, a contributor to the formation of acid rain. This, in addition to the estimated 70 per-cent reduction in particulate mat-ter achieved by the new natural gas-powered plant, will reduce NSF Indian Heads overall hazardous air pollutants emissions (HAPS). This reduction in pollutants will modify

NSF Indian Heads designation from a major source of HAPS to an area source.

Following Feinberg, Rear Adm. Kate L. Gregory, commander of Na-val Facilities Engineering Command and Chief of Civil Engineering, intro-duced the keynote speaker Dennis McGinn, the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Energy, Installations and Environment. Gregory spoke of the importance of the people who had served at the power plant over the last 58 years and the importance of their contributions.

When you look at this power plant which is really a monument to American technology and the American industrial mind you cant help but be somewhat in awe of what it has done for this installa-tion, for our Navy, for our military and frankly given the munitions that are produced on this base for all of our allies militaries. This plant

and the people who supported it have been key contributors to our national defense, Gregory said.

McGinn reiterated the contribu-tions made by those who are a part of Goddards illustrious history at NSF Indian Head, as well as the bases contributions that Goddard facilitated.

There is a direct line from Indi-an Head, from Goddard to the far reaches of our world where our wonderful Navy and Marine Corp team is on the front lines of defend-ing the interests of the United States in war and peace, McGinn said.

In closing out the old coal fired plant, McGinn emphasized the pos-itive impact that will now be made by the utilization of the new natural gas powered plant. We are going to be able to produce the same unbe-lievable products from Indian Head that we have always produced for decades in the future: better, faster,

cheaper and cleaner. The power is going to be affordable, safer and re-liable. There isnt much to not like about that combination, McGinn concluded.

The new natural-gas powered plant has been online and functioning effi-ciently at NSF Indian since early Sep-

tember. The new facility is expected to create a reduction in solid waste and wastewater discharge, improve storm water runoff and overall health and safety of the facility, a 40-percent reduction in energy consumption as well as saving an estimated $7.5 mil-lion annually.

U.S. Navy photo By aNdrew reveLoS

Steam rises from the Goddard Power Plant while it operates in 2014. While the plant was state-of-the-art when it was first commissioned in 1957, the new, nat-ural gas-fired system that replaces it powers the base and provides steam much more efficiently... and with much less pollution.

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Friday, October 30, 2015 3The South Potomac Pilot

abled the courses here at ATRC to con-stantly evolve. The very best can come back here as instructors to pass on to you the lessons learned. You must de-mand the very best from your instruc-tors your mentors and ATRC. You must learn from the mistakes of the past. You must open your mind to new ideas ideas of others and the new ideas you generate. Your families expect it of you. Your Battle Group and our Navy urgent-ly need it from you. Your country, our Constitution and our way of life are in fact dependent on you.

After his powerful speech, Hucht-ing, McKinley, Galluch, and ATRCs student of the month, Fire Control-man 3rd Class Andrew Brunetta, cut the ribbon officially opening the new addition to the Rear Adm. Wayne E. Meyer AEGIS Education Center de-signed to meet the ever-increasing demand for advanced technical and tactical training.

After the ceremony, guests were able to observe the past, present and future of AEGIS training as they toured the schoolhouse and its new wing.

History should be learned from, Huchting said. The future is uncer-tain- so here we are in the pres-ent where we know what we have to work with. Today we are here in the present to open another very important asset for the fleet and our country. The capability we cut the ribbon on today is a piece of certainty something you have in hand to use to ensure you can fight and win.

Oct. 30, 1775Congress authorizes four vessels for the defense of the United

Colonies.

Oct. 31, 1943Lt. Hugh D. ONeill of VF (N)-75 destroys a Japanese air-

craft during night attack off Vella Lavella in first kill by a ra-dar-equipped night fighter of the Pacific Fleet.

Nov. 1, 1979Beginning of retirement of Polaris A-3 program begins with

removal of missiles from USS Abraham Lincoln. Last Polaris missile removed in February 1982.

Nov. 2, 1943In Battle in Empress Augusta Bay, U.S. cruisers and destroyers

turn back Japanese forces trying to attack transports off Bou-gainville, Solomons.

Nov. 3, 1943The battleship USS Oklahoma, sunk at Pearl Harbor on Dec.

7, 1941, is refloated.

Nov. 4, 1971USS Nathanael Greene (SSBN-636) launches a Poseidon C-3

missile in first surface launch of Poseidon missile.

Nov. 5, 1923Tests designed to prove the feasibility of launching a small

seaplane from a submarine occur at Hampton Roads Naval Base. A Martin MS-1, stored disassembled in a tank on board USS S-1, was removed and assembled. Then the submarine submerged allowing the plane to float free and take off.

This Week in Navy History

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An aerial view of salvage operations on the Battleship Oklahoma (BB-37) on 19 March 1943, looking toward Ford Island, with ship in 90 degree position.

For more news from other bases around the Washington, D.C. area,

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Keynote speaker retired Rear Adm. George Huchting delivers a speech about the impor-tance of AEGIS training at the AEGIS Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) during a ceremony that cut the ribbon on the Rear Adm. Wayne E. Meyer AEGIS Education Center Expansion Project and celebrated 30 years of AEGIS excellence at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren, Va.

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AEGIS Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) student of the month FC3 Andrew Brunetta and retired Rear Adm. George Huchting cut the cake celebrating 30 years of AEGIS train-ing (1985 - 2015) and the completion of the Rear Adm. Wayne E. Meyer AEGIS Education Center Expansion Project at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren, Va. on Oct. 21.


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Dahlgren

Second Tour Thrift StoreThe Second Tour Thrift Store is open for your back-to-

school shopping! The store is open Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. 2 p.m.

DMV2Go at NSF DahlgrenDMV2Go will be at the NSF Dahlgren Parade Field on

Nov 10 from 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Bring all necessary docu-ments and take care of your DMV needs while saving yourself lots of time!

ASBP Army v Navy Blood Drive Nov 19Armed Services Blood Program will conduct a blood

drive at the NSF Dahlgren Community House on Thurs., Nov. 19 in support of the yearly Army vs. Navy Blood Drive competition. Drive will be held from 9 a.m. 2 p.m.

Appointments can be made by visiting www.military-donor.com and using code NSF. Walk-ins are always welcome as well! All blood collected benefits military members and their families at home, overseas, in harms way and recovering from injuries. The service that col-lects the most units of blood during the competition will be awarded a trophy at the Army/Navy football game on Dec. 12. Give our troops the most amazing gift of all, the gift of life give blood!

Indian Head

Treasures Thrift Store DonationsTreasures is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The store is located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. Donations of gently used items are currently being accepted.

To publish information on your event or program un-der Base Happenings, contact Andrew Revelos at 540-653-6012 or email [email protected]

BASE HAPPENINGSOn Nov. 2 the online application for the

Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Scholarship Funds education-al-assistance programs for the 2016-17 school year will be available. Students can apply for the interest-free loans and grants, which are awarded annually for up to five years of undergraduate study (or until a student graduates). The appli-cation deadline is noon EST Monday, March 1, 2016.

The MOAA Scholarship Fund was es-tablished in 1948 to provide educational assistance for children of military fami-lies. Eligibility guidelines include:

* Students under age 24 who are chil-dren of former, currently serving or re-tired commissioned or warrant officers and children of currently serving or retired enlisted military personnel are eligible to apply. Active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retired and former com-missioned officers and warrant officers

of the seven uniformed services are eli-gible for MOAA membership.

* Graduating high school seniors or full-time college students working to-ward their first undergraduate degree. If a child served in a uniformed service before completing college, however, the maximum age for eligibility will be in-creased by the number of years he or she served, up to five years.

* Qualified students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale are considered for selection based on their scholastic ability and participation in extracurricu-lar and community activities, as well as financial need.

MOAA is committed to serving the families of those who serve this nation, and one of the many ways we do that is through the MOAA Scholarship Funds educational assistance for military chil-dren, said MOAA President retired Navy Vice Adm. Norb Ryan.

In 2015, the MOAA Scholarship Fund distributed nearly $9.3 million in grants and interest-free loans to more than 1,700 military families. Thanks to the dedication of our members, the MOAA Scholarship Fund has ensured bright futures for the families that protect our own, he continued.

The MOAA Scholarship Fund, a public charity, has provided interest-free loans and grants of more than $130 million to more than 13,500 students since its in-ception in 1948. It is based on MOAAs founding principle that education is the cornerstone of a strong democracy. It is supported by donations and bequests from MOAA members, chapters and corporations.

For more information on education-al assistance or making a contribution to the MOAA Scholarship Fund, please visit www.moaa.org/scholarshipfund or email [email protected].

MOAA Scholarship Fund applications open Nov. 2

U.S. Navy photo By paMeLa Berry

The Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren Child Development Center (CDC) held its annual Harvest Festival and Parade recently. All classes from infants to preschoolers participated in the festivities. An assortment of skeletons, dalmatians, firefighters, superheroes, doctors and more walked the parade route which traveled past many MWR facilities as well as the Commissary, Navy Exchange, NSWC Federal Credit Union and Fleet and Family Support Center. The festivities went on as children and parents decorated cupcakes in the afternoon. Before going home each child got to pick their own pumpkin from the pumpkin patches that were in front of each CDC.

CDC Harvest Festival


Fright Night at the TheaterToo big to trick-or-treat? Bring your friends

and come to Dahlgren Theater for a night of scary movies. Dont let the price scare you be-cause these movies are FREE!

Oct. 30Monster House (PG) 3:30 p.m.Hocus Pocus (PG) 5 p.m.Oct. 31A Nightmare on Elm Street (R) 6:30 p.m.The Rocky Horror Picture Show (R) 8 p.m.540-653-8088

Dahlgren Aquatics Center540-653-8088

Bring the kids to the pool and keep cool! If you need a birthday idea, why not rent out the pool? In-quire about pool parties with a staff member today!

Family Float NightNov. 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. Summer may be

long gone, but Family Float Night at the Aquat-ics Center is staying warm for the winter! In-flatables will be allowed so bring your favorite inflatable and float. Please be on time. If no one is present by 6 p.m. the pool will continue to close for the evening. Cost: Free admission in November if you donate an unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item.

Dahlgren Bingo540-653-8785

BINGONov. 5, $2,000 Jackpot and 58 numbers

(Assuming no one wins Oct. 29 jackpot. If jackpot was won it will start back at $1,000 and 48 numbers). Thursday Evenings at the Community House. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early Bird games start at 5 p.m. Wear your Halloween costume and be entered to win one of our surprises! Buy 2 packs for $35.00 and get 1 double action and 1 purple card for free. Buy 3 packs for $45 and get 1 double action, 1 red and 1 purple card for free! Mil-itary, Military Spouses, Retired Military and Dependents can buy 1 regular pack for $20 and get 1 double action, 1 purple and 1 red card for free! Try your luck on Thursday! The jackpot starts at $1,000 and 48 numbers and will increase $100 and 1 number each week it is not won. Payouts for regular games start at $50. Food and beverages (non-alcoholic and adult beverages) are available for purchase. All with base access are invited. Participants playing bingo must be 18 years of age or older. A valid form of identification must be shown to purchase alcoholic beverages. For more information, please contact the ITT of-fice at 540-653-8785.

Dahlgren Cannonball Lanes540-653-7327

Games: Military $3, Civilian $4. Hourly

Bowling: Military $20, Civilian $25 Shoe Rental: Military $1.50, Civilian $2.50.

Looking to have a birthday party or after work gathering at Cannonball Lanes? Stop in or call to inquire about plans and rates for renting out the Multipurpose Room.

All-U-Can Bowl FridaysEvery Friday from 7 p.m. to midnight. En-

joy two hours of all you can bowl! Rates for all you can bowl are: Military $6.95/person & Civilian $7.95/person. Both rates include shoe rental.

Halloween BashOct. 31 at 7 p.m. This will not be your typical

Friday night at Cannonball Lanes. Celebrate Halloween with all you can bowl prices and enjoy some cake! Family friendly costumes are welcome, but not required. Cost: Military $6.95; Civilian $7.95

Turkey BowlNov. 1 19. Bowl a turkey, three strikes

in a row, and drop your name in the box with your phone number. The drawing will take place on Friday, Nov. 20 at noon. Three lucky winners will be picked to receive a free Thanksgiving turkey!

Youth Learn to BowlNov. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. Children between

the ages of 5 to 12 will receive individual ses-sions on basic bowling as well as the oppor-tunity to bowl two games. Please register at Cannonball Lanes no later than November 4. Cost: $7.50 per child, which includes two games and shoes.

Dahlgren Child & YouthCDC 540-653-4994 | YAC 540-653-8009

Give Parents a BreakAt the CDC. Eligible patrons include all

children 6 weeks to 5 years of age (not in kindergarten). The CDC is offering extend-ed hourly care scheduled for the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month and the 2nd Saturday of each month. This care is free with a respite care referral and $4/hour for all other eligible patrons. Please call the center for more infor-mation and to register.

Saturday Open RecreationSaturdays at the YAC from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

FREE program open to Military, DoD Civilians and Contractor Dependents, school ages K-12. Sponsors must fill out a yearly registration packet for their child to attend. They can pick up the packets at the Youth Activities Center. Children will have access to facility comput-ers, music, crafts, books and more!

Dahlgren Craftech540-653-1730

Take part in Craftechs new fall classes and add your own festive flair to your home! All classes listed below can be taken in a group or individual setting. Call Craftech to make your reservations and begin creating!

Holiday Wreath ClassLearn how to create your own wreath!

Choose between Fall and Christmas colors. Cost: $50, which includes all materials.

Stained Glass Christmas Tree WindowCreate a stained glass holiday tree win-

dow. Cost: 80.00, which includes all mate-rials.

Dahlgren Fitness Center540-653-8580

2015 Flag Football Team Standings*Reported on Oct. 26Super HEROs In Training 4-0, Flying

Squirrels -5-0, Team Forman 2-3, BHB 2-5, YouGotstaWauntIt 0-5

2015 Softball Team Standings*Reported on Oct. 26TBD 12-1, Brightscape Investments 12-

2, Chiefs 9-6, The A-Team 4-10, Enforcers 0-12

2015 Soccer Team Standings*Reported on Oct. 26JWAC/MDA 7-1-1, Ninjas- 3-3-2, Strikers

2-4-2, Guzzlers 1-5-3

Kin Ball TournamentThursdays in November 2015. Kin Ball is

a growing international sport that incorpo-rates cooperation, respect and accessibili-ty to all players. It involves a large 4 ft. ball and players work together to keep it off the ground. For more information and to reg-ister contact the Dahlgren Fitness Center.

Dahlgren General Library540-653-7474

Trick-or-Treat With MWROct. 30 from 3 to 5 p.m. Wear your favorite

costume and collect candy! A map and list of facilities participating will be provided at ev-ery facility.

Cards to the TroopsNov. 2 7. Stop by the Library all week

long to write your own card to our troops overseas and help make their holiday spe-cial! Cost: FREE

Half Day, Craft DayNov. 4 6 at 12:30 p.m. Stop by the library

after your early release for some activities and snacks! The library will be showing free mov-ies. Cost: FREE

Dahlgren Liberty Center540-653-7277

The Liberty Center and all activities are for Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1-E6 Single/Unaccompanied Active Duty Military.

Birthday DrawingIf you have a birthday in November, place

your name with us at the Liberty Center for a drawing to win a special gift! Drawings will take place at the end of each month.

Wing WednesdayNov. 4 & 18 at 3:30 p.m. Enjoy FREE hot

wings while they last! Cost: FREE.

Go Ape Zip liningNov. 7 at 9 a.m. Join us for zip lines, high

ropes and awesome obstacles for a zip lining trip at Go Ape in Williamsburg, VA!

Indian Head Child & YouthCDC 301-744-4458

Give Parents a BreakAt the CDC. Eligible patrons include all

children 6 weeks to 5 years of age (not in kindergarten). The CDC is offering extend-ed hourly care scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month and the 3rd Sat-urday of each month. This care is free with a respite care referral and $4/hour for all oth-er eligible patrons. Please call the center for more information and to register.

Indian Head CommunityRecreation Center

301-744-4850 or 301-744-4648

Lego BuildingThursdays in November from 4 to 6

p.m. Stop by and create your very own Lego masterpiece! Fun for all ages. Cost: FREE

Gourd ArtNov. 2 from 5 to 6 p.m. Create your very own

gourd art just in time for the holiday season! Open to all with base access 15 years and old-er. Cost: FREE

Cards for the TroopsNov. 2-13. Stop by the Library to write your

own card for our troops overseas and make their holiday special! Cost: FREE

Dahlgren Movie Theater

540-653-7336Price of Shows Civilian: $5. Active Duty,

Retired & Reserve Mil E7 & above & their family members with ID: $4 E1-E6 & below & their family members with ID: $2.50. Chil-dren (6-11): $2 Children (5 and under): FREE. Movies shown in 3D will cost an additional $1 to ticket price.

Friday, Oct. 30 7 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2 3D PGSaturday, October 31st 4 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2 PGFriday, November 6th 7 p.m. Black Mass RSaturday, November 7th 4 p.m. The Pirate Fairy FREE ADMISSION GSaturday, November 7th 7 p.m. Pan PGFor movie listings online, visit www.navymwr.org/movies and select the Dahlgren Theater.

MWR Highlights


from NSwC iheodtd public affairs

Westlake High School Biology Teacher Jean Benedetti didnt have to travel far to show her students how science and technology is ap-plied at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Division (NSWC IHEODTD), Oct. 13.

Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Deputy Director for Explosive Ordnance En-gineering and Explosives Technical Warrant Holder, Dr. Kerry A. Clark, and Benedetti spearheaded the effort to give high school bio-medical science students an understanding how classroom science has real-world uses.

Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Proj-ect Lead the Way (PLTW) Biomedical Scienc-es program allows students to investigate the roles of biomedical professionals as they study the concepts of human medicine, physiology, genetics, microbiology, and public health. Stu-dents engage in relevant hands-on activities to learn in the context of current applications.

The PLTW biomedical program provides opportunities for participants to develop rel-evant, highly-transferable skills in collabora-tion, communication and critical thinking.

Clark said NSWC IHEODTD is a natural fit for PLTW because it is home to more than 1,800 employees, 750 of whom are scientists and engineers engaged in research and devel-opment to benefit our nations warfighters.

These engagements with the community make a big impact on the kids and the schools. These activities also connect us with the fab-ric of Charles County, said NSWC IHEODTD Technical Director Ashley Johnson.

Dr. Scott Rauscher, an engineer at NSWC IHEODTD, showed the students his research

conducted with sensors to detect traumatic brain injury (TBI). Rauscher is the technical lead on an extremely low-powered microelec-tromechanical systems (MEMS) sensor for early TBI detection, as well as the technical lead on a built-in self-test platform for MEMS safety and arming devices.

Lt. Walter Stull and Chief Petty Officer Zech-ariah Shiflett of NSWC IHEODTDs Technical Support Detachment demonstrated the capa-bilities of the Advanced Bomb Suit, EOD ro-botics and the Combined Explosive Exploita-tion Cells.

Chief Petty Officer Nate Warren, an Inde-pendent Duty Navy Corpsman and Navy diver, demonstrated the latest techniques in emergency medical response and diving physiology at the Stump Neck Dive Locker.

My favorite part of the trip was getting to try on the bomb suit and seeing the EOD robots in action, said Colby Bommer, a Westlake ju-nior. The bomb suit was heavy.

NSWC IHEODTD has a proud tradition of supporting science, technology, engineer-ing and math (STEM) initiatives in Charles County. Cmdr. Henry E. Lackey, the offi-cer-in-charge of Naval Proving Ground Indian Head during World War I, helped start one of the first high schools in the county in 1920.

NSWC IHEODTD a field activity of the NAVSEA and part of the Navys Science and Engineering Enterprise is the leader in ordnance, energetics and EOD solutions. The division focuses on energetics research, devel-opment, testing, evaluation, in-service support and disposal; and provides warfighters solu-tions to detect, locate, access, identify, render safe, recover, exploit and dispose of explosive ordnance threats.

Westlake HS biology students explore current military applications at NSWC IHEODTD

U.S. Navy photo By gideoN rogerS

Students from Westlake High School see STEM in action as they try out Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technologies and tools during their visit to NSWC Indian Head EOD Technology Division, Oct. 13.

Dahlgren

Dahlgren Museum German Christmas MarketDahlgren Museum will hold its second an-

nual German Christmas Market fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 3-7 p.m. on museum grounds at 3540 James Madison Pkwy., King George. All parking, including handicapped parking, will be at Barnesfield Park, 3360 Barnesfield Road, King George. Shuttles to the venue will be provided for handicapped patrons and all others are asked to take the Christmas trail through the woods to the ven-ue. Entertainment for the event will open with local favorite Sarah Snow on the main stage. DJ Cathy Lynn will also be on hand to create holiday excitement. Enjoy a craft fair, silent auction and kids silent auction, childrens activities and cookie decorating, Santa Land with photos available with Santa from 4-6 p.m., food vendors including Bavarian Chef, Holla-bacs BBQ and Normandie Cuisine, German beer and wine, a Christmas tree decorating contest, bonfire and more. All proceeds ben-efit the Dahlgren Heritage Museum. For more info, call (540) 846-3382.

Caledon Art & Wine FestivalCaledon State Park Art & Wine Festival on

Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a nice fall day at Caledon. Sample local wine and get a jumpstart on shopping for that perfect holi-day gift. Admission is Free Tasting is $10/per-son & includes a commemorative glass. $5/vehicle parking

Family Fun DayNov. 7 at the Citizens Center Petting Zoo,

Crafts, Games, Shred-It and more! Sponsored by NARFE Premier Federal Credit Union. De-tails at Citizens Center located at 8076 Kings Highway, or call 775-4386 or visit www.king-george.recdesk.com.

Veterans Day- War of 1812, and the Battle of the White House

Caledon State Park on Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. Discover how Caledon got its name when you meet Gustavus Brown Alexander as portrayed by a park interpreter in period clothing. Con-versations about the War of 1812, the Battle of the White House, the Stuart, Blackburn and Washington Families as well. Free

Indian Head

The Arc of Southern Marylands Achieving Together 5K Fun Run/Walk.

The Arc of Southern Maryland hosts its first 5K Fun Run/Walk starting at Potters Heating and Electric, 6 Irongate Drive, Waldorf on Nov. 8. It is a family friendly in-clusive event for people of all abilities. Reg-istration begins at 7 a.m., runners start at 8:00 a.m. and walkers start at 8:30 a.m. rain or shine. Registration is $30 per individual runner/walker and free for kids 10 and un-der. To register for the event call 410-535-2413, email [email protected] or visit www.arcsomd.org.

Happy Howl-o-ween and Happy Meow-o-ween Party

On Oct. 31 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. come out to the Tri-County Animal Shelter and party with the shelter animals! Enjoy light re-freshments, treat bags, and a bake sale. All donations benefit the shelter animals. In celebration of the day, all adoption fees will be reduced. Wear your costume to receive

a larger adoption fee reduction. Contact Phone: 301-932-1713 or 800-903-1992.

Maryland High School Rodeo & Fall FestivalSaturday, Oct. 31, (Fall Festival 10 a.m. to

5 p.m.; Rodeo Starts at 1 p.m.) and Sunday, Nov. 1, (Rodeo Starts at 11 a.m.), at Oakridge Park, 13675 Oaks Road, Hughesville, MD. Rustle up the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled weekend. Saturdays events include the Maryland High School Rodeo, and a Fall Festival. In addition to the amazing rodeo, there will be vendors, crafters, kids games, pony rides, a face painter, and more! The rodeo is open to children ages 5 through 12th grade. For additional information or to sign up, call (240) 298-3518, or visit www.mdhsra. Visit the Facebook page at: www.Facebook.com/mdhsra.org for more infor-mation. Free Admission and $5 for Parking.

La Plata Veterans Day ParadeCome out on Sunday, Nov. 8 at 1 p.m. for

the Salute to Veterans Parade. Watch the pa-rade make its way to Town Hall down Charles Street and La Grange Avenue.

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For many, Fido and Fluffy are considered family members and it would be unthinkable not to bring them along when traveling or making a Permanent Change of Station (PCS). To make the decision of where to stay when traveling easier, Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) and Navy Gateway Inns & Suites (NGIS) have instituted a new pet-friend-ly policy that provides a place for your four-legged family mem-bers throughout NGIS lodging facilities.

The new policy reflects NGISs desire to deliver outstand-ing, customer-driven lodging programs that are comparable to commercially available hotels. Just as commercial hotels have policies and guidelines for pet acceptance at their facili-ties, there are some guidelines for guests and their furry family members at the NGIS facilities, too.

The new policy allows for domesticated dogs and cats weigh-ing up to 50 pounds each with a maximum of two pets per fam-ily; all pets that stay at NGIS facilities must be housebroken.

There are some breed restrictions as well when lodging with NGIS facilities. Unauthorized breeds include Chow, Doberman

Pinscher, Presa Canarios, Pit Bull, American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Rottweiler, any Wolf Hybrid or any mix of the aforementioned breeds. Installation commanders may also establish additional restrictions as well, so always check before you make plans to be sure of the gaining facilitys guidelines.

Here at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren we now have one room weve designated as a pet friendly guest room, Koko Moreno, the general manager of NSF Dahlgrens NGIS, explained.

To bring your familys pet with you to a NGIS facility you will be required to sign an agreement acknowledging that you have met all of the requirements identified in the NGIS Pet Agree-ment as well as acknowledging personal responsibility for all financial requirements, control and responsibilities of your pet. When you are making reservations on dodlodging.net, or at the CNIC Call Center or at the local NGIS, you will be notified of any additional information as well as receive a copy of the Pet Agreement for review.

Pet-friendly rooms are filled on a first come, first served ba-sis and Certificates of Non-Availability (CNA) are not autho-rized if the pet-friendly room is not available, Moreno reminds

potential guests.All guests with pets will pay an additional nightly room pet

fee of $20.00. This pet fee covers special cleaning, sanitation, pest control and other extra measures required for pet room occupancy.

Should Fido or Fluffy have an accident, misbehave or cause damage that will require repairs beyond the normal deep cleaning process, you will be charged the actual service, dam-age or replacement cost.

By calling ahead to be sure of the rules, your next PCS or trip can now easily include your four-legged family members at all NGIS lodging facilities. For more information on guidelines and the pet-friendly policies at NGIS visit http://www.dodlodg-ing.net/NGIS_PetPolicy_Sept2015.pdf, and be sure to call the lodging to be sure of any additional policies that might be in place at that installation.

NGIS Lodging Now Welcomes Fido and Fluffy to Stay

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