1. Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Fort Myer, Va.  Fort McNair, Washington D.C.  Henderson Hall, Va. JBM-HH Commander’s Information Line – 703-696-6906
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News
NEW – Commissary parking will be partially blocked for about 10 days
The Commissary on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base is repaving the parking lot. The parking lot will be open during this time, but will be closed in phases beginning Tuesday, Oct. 28 when parking in A5 toward the back of the lot will be closed to station equipment. | Then beginning Wednesday, Oct. 29, after the commissary closes (cars must be out of the area by 8 p.m. Cars remaining in the lot after 8 p.m. will be towed at the owner’s expense), rows A, B, C and part of D will be closed for parking lot repairs in that area. Then paving will be done on the other side as the lot is paved in that area. Workers expect the lot to be complete Nov. 7. Although the lot will stay open, please expect some inconvenience and be aware of workers and other pedestrians as well as of large machinery.
For more information, call Kenneth Randle at 703-696-6393.
NEW – Fort McNair road closures Tuesday, Oct. 28
There will be temporary road closures (2nd and 4th Streets) at the Fort McNair portion of JBM-HH, from about 8:40-8:50 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.-12:10 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, in support of a ceremony. For more information about these closures, call the Directorate of Emergency Services Operations Desk at 703-696-3023.
NEW – Caisson haunted hayride and stables
A haunted hayride will be held Oct. 31 from 5 to 9 p.m. and Nov. 1 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Building 236 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. Ghoulish games, freaky fun, frightening food and creepy decorations will be available. First come, first served for treats. For questions or event details, call 703-696-3018.
NEW – Trick or Treat
It's "trick or treat" time, and this event, long awaited by children of all ages, will take place at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall on the Forts Myer and McNair portions of the joint base Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.

2. Halloween is fun for everyone, but pay attention to these tips from the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center:
1. Supervise children, and limit their adventures in treat acquisition to the housing area in which they reside and only residences with lighted entry ways.
2. Make sure their costumes are fire-resistant and easy to see and short enough to prevent tripping.
3. Make sure they are bright enough to be seen at night, and attach reflector strips or light sticks to costumes to make children more visible
4. Choose props that are made of flexible plastic that will bend if fallen on
5. Always use sidewalks and crosswalks; look in all directions before walking across the street (don't cut through yards).
6. Clear all tripping hazards from porches, lawns, and sidewalks
7. Use face paints instead of masks, If masks are worn, choose masks with eye holes big enough to see in front as well as peripherally
8. Caution children against vandalism and causing damage to property.
9. Carry a flashlight and if a pumpkin is carried, be sure it's lit with a battery, not a candle.
10. Feed your child a full meal; inspect the treats before they are eaten.
11. Pet owners: prevent your pet from being a menace to children.
If you think your child has eaten something that made him sick, call 911 or the Poison Control Hotline at 1-800-222-1222.
If you have Halloween/Trick or Treat questions or concerns, contact the JBM-HH Safety office at 703-696-6996.
NEW – Extended holiday return policy at Fort Myer Exchange
To make gift giving easier, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is extending its return policy for items purchased from Nov. 1 to Dec. 24. The Fort Myer Exchange’s standard policy allows returns anywhere from up to 15 to 90 days of purchase with a sales receipt. The holiday return/exchange policy extends these terms through Jan. 31, 2015. Refunds with sales receipts are processed as forms of payment, cash for cash, credit for credit. Refunds without sales receipts receive an Exchange gift card.
Shoppers can also return items purchased through shopmyexchange.com at the Fort Myer Exchange. For more information about the extended refund policy, shoppers can visit customer service at the Exchange.
NEW – ‘Fall back’ for daylight savings time end Nov. 2 at 2 a.m.
In most of the United States, daylight savings time will end at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, when clocks “fall back” one hour to standard time. Set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday night.
NEW – Indoor play morning, story time Indoor Play Morning & Story Time is every Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Memorial Chapel Choir Room on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base beginning

3. Nov. 6 through April 30. Come and bring your children (ages 0-5yrs) to this weekly event of fun, music, engaging play and story time! We are also excited to have the author of “My Daddy/Mommy is a Marine,” Alia Reese, to come and read to the children. For more information, call 703-696-6368.
NEW – Prostate Cancer Support Group
The Prostate Cancer Support Group meets at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital the second Thursday of every month. The next meeting will be Nov. 13, 1-2 p.m. and 6:30- 7:30 p.m. in the Urology Clinic, Sunrise Pavilion, second floor. Spouses/partners are invited. There is also a Prostate Cancer Support Group that meets at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center the third Thursday of every month. The next meeting will be Nov. 20, 1-2 p.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the America Building, River Conference Room, third floor. Spouses/partners are invited. A valid military identification card is required for base access to Walter Reed. For those without a military ID, call the Prostate Center at 301-319-2900 at least 4 business days prior to this event for base access. For more information, contact retired Col. Jane Hudak at 301-319-2918 or jane.l.hudak.ctr@mail.mil.
NEW – JBM-HH Turkey Trot is coming The second race of the JBM-HH Commanders Holiday Race Series continues with the JBM-HH Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk Friday, Nov. 14. Overall male and female finishers of the 5K Run will each receive a gift certificate for a turkey. Awards will be presented for the top male and female finishers for the 1 Mile Walk, and top finisher for each age group of the 5K Run. Race starts and finishes at the Fort Myer Fitness Center, Building 414 at 6:35 a.m.
Registration for the annual Turkey Trot 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk is free, and the first 150 to register will be eligible for a Turkey Trot tee shirt. Registration is now open. Register online at www.jbmhhMWR.com, click on Special Events and select Turkey Trot. Online registration will close at midnight Monday, Nov. 10. Race Day registration accepted from 5:30 a.m. to 6:15 a.m. at the Myer Fitness Center, Building 414.
This is the second race of the FMWR Holiday Race Series Challenge Coin. To be eligible for the Challenge Coin, runners and walkers must register online and complete all three Holiday Race Series Races. The final two races to be eligible for the Holiday Race Series coin are the Turkey Trot 5K, Nov. 14 and the Operation Ugly Sweater 5K, Dec. 5. For further information please call 703-939-1045 or 703-696-0594.
NEW – Tour of National Museum of American Indian slated Nov. 19
In honor of Native Americans, the JBM-HH Equal Opportunity Office has arranged a tour of the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C., Wednesday, Nov. 19. RSVP by or before Nov. 17. Bus transportation will depart from Building 405 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base at 9:30 a.m.
You must register in order to ride the bus to the museum. RSVP by Nov. 17 to Master Sgt. Ken Kang at kenny.h.kang.mil@mail.mil, Sgt. 1st Class Adrienne Robinson at

4. adrienne.d.robinson.mil@mail.mil or Sgt. 1st Class Michael Swinton at michael.l.swinton.mil@mail.mil, and call them at 703-696-8729 or 2964.
Monday Night Football at Spates Club
Stop by Spates Community Club on Mondays throughout the football season for Monday Night Football. Doors open at 7 p.m. Free food is provided by the USO and drinks vary in price. It's a fun, relaxed environment, safe for kids too, so bring out the family if you'd like.
For more information, call 703-527-1300.
Giant voice testing on JBM-HH
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall will conduct a test of the Giant Voice every Tuesday at 10 a.m. This test will take about 20-30 minutes.
This test is a reoccurring event and will take place every Tuesday at 10 a.m. unless mission dictates otherwise.
For more information, call 703-696-3290.
Salute from the Chief
A special Twilight Tattoo will be held to recognize five Americans for their outstanding service in support of the United States Army will be awarded the Outstanding Civilian Service award Oct. 30 at 4:30 p.m. on Whipple Field on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. The award is the third-highest service honor the Army can bestow upon a civilian. Remarks will be provided by Chief of Staff of the Army, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, who will recognize Tom Donohue of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Suni Harford of Citi Group, Tom Werner of the Red Sox Foundation and Bob Woodruff of the Bob Woodruff Foundation. This event is free and open to the public.
Flu shots offered at JBM-HH Memorial Chapel
Andrew Rader U.S. Army Health Clinic will offer seasonal flu clinics at the Memorial Chapel on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. Dates for the flu shot clinics are: Oct. 28, 30, Nov. 4, 18, and 20. Each clinic is open from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
There will be two Saturday clinics offered: Oct. 25 and Nov. 1 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Rader Clinic.
These clinics are open to active duty military service members and their beneficiaries (ages 2 years old and up), retirees and their beneficiaries (ages 2 years old and up), and DOD civilians. Children younger than 2 years must go to their primary care doctor to receive the vaccine.
For more information, call 703-696-2994.
Special event on Fort McNair Oct. 28
The Army Air Operations Group will be hosting a special event on the Fort McNair portion of the joint base Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is open to AAOG

5. guests and will take place on the parade field near the flag pole. Traffic may be impacted in the area and the parking lot north of the Fort McNair gym will be closed in support of the event.
For more information, call 202-685-1102.
Let’s Spin
To bring awareness of domestic violence, MCCS Henderson Hall’s Family Advocacy Program (FAP) will hold a “Let’s Spin” event Oct. 29 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gym on the Henderson Hall portion of the joint base. Three spin sessions will be led by Matt Tourville, information on domestic violence will be available courtesy of the FAP and refreshments will be provided by the USO. No registration is required. For details, call 703-693-9146.
Semper Fi-ve K Fun Run
Registration is open for the Navy Mutual Aid Association Semper Fi-ve K Fun Run, presented by MCCS Henderson Hall Semper Fit. The run is Oct. 29 beginning at 8 a.m. in the Navy Mutual Aid Association parking lot. All participants must be at the finish line by 9:30 a.m., where breakfast refreshments will be available. The top three male and female finishers will receive an award. For details and to register, log onto to www.mccsHH.com/oohrahrunseries.html, or call 703-693-5351.
Grant Hall open house Nov. 1
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall announces its quarterly Public Open House of the Grant Hall Courtroom, located on the Fort McNair side of the Joint Base in southwest Washington D.C., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1. This public open house is free to attend and an opportunity to see the historic site of the military tribunal, held from May through June 1865, of those thought responsible for plotting to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln.
For more information, log onto: www.army.mil/article/136423/.
Marine Corps Birthday Ball Nov. 1
Tickets are on sale now for the Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters Marine Corps, Henderson Hall 2014 Marine Corps Birthday Ball, Saturday, Nov. 1, at the Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel. The ball, a formal event, celebrates the 239th birthday of the Marine Corps. Cocktails begin at 6 p.m., the traditional ceremony starts at 7 p.m., and dinner and dancing follow until midnight. This year’s guest of honor is Lt. Gen. Ronald L. Bailey, Deputy Commandant Plans, Policies and Operations. Additional information, including menu, ticket prices and the link to purchase tickets, is online at www.mccsHH.com/birthdayballHH2014.html.

6. Ethics training available on Fort McNair and Fort Myer
All employees who are required to file a financial disclosure must also receive annual ethics training. Training for members of the Military District of Washington, Joint Forces-National Capital Region, and Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall who have not received this training must satisfy their training requirement by attending one of the schedule sessions:
Fort McNair - IADC Auditorium - Nov. 5 from 11 a.m. to noon
Fort Myer - Town Hall - Nov. 18 from 11 a.m. to noon
For more information, contact Amanda O'Neil at amanda.m.oneil2.civ@mail.mil or Tracy Hernandez at tracy.r.hernandezmendez.civ@mail.mil (202) 685-4582.
Marine Corps birthday meal Nov. 7 open to all
Please join Headquarters and Service Battalion Henderson Hall in celebration of the 239th Marine Corps Birthday with a birthday meal Friday, Nov. 7. The meal will be served at the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Consolidated Dining Facility, Bldg. 404, beginning at 11 a.m. The cost is $7.70 per person. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling Gunnery Sgt. Thomas at 703-614-2125, or can be purchased at the DFAC. Please be aware, the DFAC only accepts cash.
Memorial Chapel to host leadership luncheon Nov. 13
A leadership luncheon will be held at JBM-HH Memorial Chapel in the
Fellowship Hall from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 13.
Maj. Gen. Jeffrey Buchanan, Joint Force Headquarters and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington commanding general, will be the guest presenter.
The luncheon will provide the opportunity for different key leaders to share personal insights and knowledge of leadership with a focus on Army values and professional development. The leadership luncheon is a new event that will be held quarterly. In an informal atmosphere, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions concerning the topic. Pizza and soft drinks will be served free of charge.
This event is open to all service members and DoD civilians. Space is limited to first 75 responders. Send RSVP to Chap. (Maj.) Fred Wendel at Alfred.W.Wendel2.mil@mail.mil.
Symptoms and prevention of Ebola Virus Disease
The U.S. Army Public Health Command has published extensive information regarding the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), to include background on the disease, how to prevent contraction and other key facts.
According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and prevention, symptoms include:
 Fever (greater than 38.6°C or 101.5°F)
 Severe headache
 Muscle pain
 Weakness

7.  Diarrhea
 Vomiting
 Abdominal (stomach) pain
 Unexplained hemorrhage (bleeding or bruising)
Symptoms may appear anywhere from 2 to 21 days after exposure to Ebola, but the average is 8 to 10 days. Recovery from Ebola depends on good supportive clinical care and the patients’ immune response. People who recover from Ebola infection develop antibodies that last for at least 10 years.
According to the CDC, prevention tips include:
 Practice careful hygiene. For example, wash your hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer and avoid contact with blood and body fluids.
 Do not handle items that may have come in contact with an infected person’s blood or body fluids (such as clothes, bedding, needles, and medical equipment).
 Avoid funeral or burial rituals that require handling the body of someone who has died from Ebola.
 Avoid contact with bats and nonhuman primates or blood, fluids, and raw meat prepared from these animals.
 Avoid hospitals in West Africa where Ebola patients are being treated. The U.S. embassy or consulate is often able to provide advice on facilities.
 After you return, monitor your health for 21 days and seek medical care immediately if you develop symptoms of Ebola.
For more information, log onto: http://www.cdc.gov/ or http://phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/discond/diseases/Pages/EbolaVirusDisease.aspx.
Two civilian employees need annual leave assist
A Directorate of Emergency Services employee, Christopher Watson, and a Directorate of Resource Management (budge office) employee, Mary Jones Williams, are approved recipients of the civilian personnel annual leave donor program. Due to medical issues, they have exhausted both sick and annual leave.
Department of the Army civilian employees who would like to donate annual leave to Watson and Williams must fill out Form OPM 630A, "Request to Donate Annual Leave to Leave Recipient Under the Voluntary Leave Transfer Program (Within Agency)" at www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/opm630a.pdf.
If you are a federal government civilian employee outside the Department of the Army and want to donate annual leave to Watson and Williams, you must complete OPM 630B, "Request to Donate Annual Leave to Leave Recipient Under the Voluntary Leave Transfer Program (Outside Agency)" at www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/opm630b.pdf or www.opm.gov/oca/leave/HTML/formindx.asp.
Contact Donna Belk-Stafford at 703-696-0275 for more information, and email completed forms directly to her at donna.m.belk-stafford.civ@mail.mil or fax the form to 703-696-0879.

8. Special education workshop for EFMP
JBM-HH Army Community Services will host a special education workshop for exceptional family member program members Nov. 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the ACS Bldg. 201. The workshop will focus on components of an IEP, relocating with an IEP and special education laws and advocacy skills. This workshop is open to all DOD ID card holders who are parents or service providers to children with special needs.
To sign up and for more information, call 703-696-8467/3510.
Hiring Heroes career fair Nov. 6
JBM-HH Soldier for Life is hosting a Hiring Heroes career fair Thursday, Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Spates Community Club on the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH. Transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, wounded warriors and their primary caregivers are welcome to network with employers from the Department of Defense and other federal agencies and private sector firms. For more information, contact Sylvia Parker at 571-372-2124 or email sylvia.o.parker.civ@mail.mil.
Federal Employee benefits open season to begin Nov. 10
It’s never too early to begin planning. Open season for Federal Benefits runs from Nov. 10 through Dec. 8. Employees are responsible for ensuring they update their information and make any necessary changes during this time. For more information, log onto the health vendors websites to download their brochures or check out the Office of Personnel Management’s website at www.opm.gov/FEHBbrochures.
Education and Career Services For ongoing tests given by Education & Career Services, Marines, phone 703-614- 9104 or visit www.mccshh.com/learning.html.
DSTRESS available 24/7
The United States Marine Corps challenges Marines and members of all services: win your personal battles. Help is available through online chat or phone for anonymous, peer-to-peer counseling 24/7.
Online chat is at DSTRESSLINE.com or call 1-877-476-7734.
Need help? Know someone who does? Suicide is preventable
The Veterans Crisis Line connects veterans and their loved ones in crisis with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. For free, confidential support call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255. More folks care than you might think. See some leaders’ public service announcements at www.armyg1.army.mil/hr/suicide/spmonth/leader_message_psa.asp.

9. Family Readiness
MCCS offers new Community Counseling Program
The new Community Counseling Program is designed to provide increased access to counseling for Marines, Sailors and their families, and to focus on screening, prevention, and intervention of stressors and problems to improve readiness and quality of life. We offer individual, couple, family, child, and group counseling services. All counselors are independently licensed and credentialed professionals who can work with you to develop a plan and find solutions to meet your needs and help you overcome stressors in your life. Call 703-614-7204 for an initial screening and to schedule an appointment.
Generation Sext!
Many teens believe that anything they want to do with their bodies and their phones is their business. Let’s discuss ways to help our children avoid potentially life-changing consequences by learning more about the issue and having an open discussion about digital safety. Class is held Oct. 30 from 10 to 11 a.m. in the ACS Classroom, Bldg. 201.
For more information or to register, please call 703-696-3512.
SFL-TAP supports spouses in transition
Soldier For Life – Transition Assistance Program (formerly ACAP) offers services to the spouses of military personnel who are transitioning: both retiring or ETSing (Expiration of Term in Service).
Some of the services offered to transitioning spouses include one-on-one assistance with a resume, a Veterans Affairs benefits briefing, Department of Labor Employment Workshop (includes the interview process, dress for success, building a resume, salary negotiation) and financial planning.
More services include classes on home buying, credit scores, investing, TRICARE, finding and applying for federal jobs and much more.
If your spouse is preparing to transition from the military -- retiring or ETSing, make an appointment with SFL-TAP.
Call 703-696-0973 to register or visit the SFL-TAP Center at 232 McNair Road, Building 404 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. See www.army.mil/jbmhh and click on Soldier for Life – Transition Assistance Program under “Hot Topics.”
Anger Management workshops offered
Marine & Family Programs offers anger management workshops weekly, Wednesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. The workshops are designed to teach eight tools for managing anger. Participants may start at any time, but must attend all eight sessions to receive a certificate of completion.

10. Sessions are in Building 12’s conference room on the Henderson Hall portion of the joint base. The workshops are open to active duty personnel, their family members and military retirees. To register, please call 703-614-7204.
Stress workshops held Tuesdays Marine & Family Programs offers workshops on coping with work and family stress on an ongoing basis. The 12-session, evidence-based series, designed to teach strategies for dealing with stressors, is held Tuesdays, from 2:30 to 4 p.m., in Bldg. 12’s conference room on the Henderson Hall portion of the joint base. Topics include identifying stressors, deep breathing and muscle relaxation, assertive communication, changing yourself talk, eating right, exercise and developing a personal stress management plan. The workshops are open to active duty personnel, their family members and military retirees.
To register, call 703-614-7204.