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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
Family Readiness
Traffic, Roads and Grounds
News
New – Spirit of America to perform in Hershey, Pa. Sept. 26-27
The final performances of this year’s Spirit of America will be performed in
Hershey, Pa. Sept. 26 and 27 and the JBM-HH community is welcome to attend.
Spirit of America is one of the Army’s largest community outreach programs and
is designed to increase awareness of the Army’s rich heritage and showcase its premier
ceremonial units. The history of the nation will come to life through historical
reenactments, musical entertainment and precision military drill.
The performances are free and open to the public, but tickets are required. For
more information about tickets and time, log onto www.soa.mdw.army.mil.
New – Fall family festival Sept. 27
The New Parent Support program on the Henderson Hall portion of the joint
base is hosting its annual Fall Family Festival Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Cpl.
Terry L. Smith Gym. The event is free and open to DoD ID cardholders. Food and
beverages are available to purchase; only cash will be accepted. For more information,
log onto http://www.mccshh.com/FamilyFestival2014.html.
New – Ethics training available on Fort McNair and Fort Myer

2. 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
Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to noon
Nov. 5 from 11 a.m. to noon
Fort Myer
Town Hall
Sept. 30 from 11 a.m. to noon
Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to noon
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.
New – Retiree Appreciation Day schedule for Oct. 10
The annual Retiree Appreciation Day is scheduled for Oct. 10 at Spates
Community Club on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. Registration begins at 8
a.m.
The bus for the wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns leaves Spates
Community Club at 8:30 a.m.
For more information, call Retirement Services at 703-696-5948.
New – National Drug Take Back Day scheduled for Sept. 26
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall will participate in National Drug Take Back
Day Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the JBM-HH Commissary located on the Fort
Myer portion of the joint base.
Note that intravenous solutions, injectables and syringes will not be accepted
due to potential hazard posed by blood-borne pathogens. Substances such as marijuana
or methamphetamines are not a part of this initiative and should not be placed in
collection containers.
For more information, call 703-696-3900.
New – Piano instructor needed
The Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall community center is seeking a
piano/keyboard instructor to teach in the community center. Interested individuals
may contact Cheryl Berry at 270-798-5874 or Cheryl.a.berry.naf@mail.mil.
New – Domestic Violence Awareness Month

3. Join Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Commander Col. Mike Henderson at the
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month event, “Breaking the Silence through
Art” Oct. 1 at noon at the Community Center, Bldg. 405. For more information, call 703-
696-1200.
New – Critical Incident Peer Support Training Oct. 20-24
The U.S. Army Military Police School, Behavioral Sciences Education & Training
Division will train Soldiers, DoD civilians and JBM-HH community members how to
provide an avenue for their peers to “talk out” their personal/professional problems
regarding critical incidents confidentially with fellow responders/investigators (non
professionals) who not only care a great deal about their well-being, but who also have
a first-hand understanding of their situation. The training will be held at Spates
Community Club Oct. 20-24. Limited seats available. Call 703-696-3512 for more
information or to register.
New – Junior wrestling coaches, participants sought
JBM-HH’s Child, Youth and School Age Services junior wrestling registration is
underway until Nov. 14. The program is open to children of eligible Department of
Defense ID card holders. The program is coed.
To register, contact Parent Central Services, Bldg. 483 on the Fort Myer portion of
the joint base or call 703-696-0313/4942.
To get more information about coaching, please contact Annette Engum at 703-696-3728
or Annette.engum@us.army.mil.
Fuel station for government vehicles temporarily closed
The fuel station for government vehicles located at Transportation Motor Pool on
the Fort Myer portion of the joint base will be temporarily closed beginning Sept. 29 at 5
p.m. and will re-open Oct. 1 at 5:30 a.m. This temporary closure is in support of end of
fiscal year inventory. Customers needing to refuel government vehicles during this time
are able to use the AAFES fueling stations or local gas stations using their government
purchase card. For more information, call 703-696-7136.
Auto Craft Shop closed Sept. 25 through Oct. 1
The Auto Craft Shop on the Fort Myer of the joint base will be closed Sept. 25
through Oct. 1. For more information, call 703-696-3470.
Military Personnel Division to have new hours effective Oct. 1
Effective Oct. 1, Military Personnel Division will be closed the first Wednesday of
every month from 8 to 11:30 a.m. for training.
MPD will be closed daily from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, call
703-696-3695.
Free southern country music concert Oct. 3

4. Keni Thomas, a former Army Ranger and Southern Country Rock artist will
perform at Conmy Hall Oct. 3 starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free and food and
beverages will be available for sale. For more information about the concert, call 703-
696-3469/3470.
Fall Education & Career Fair Scheduled
Mark your calendar for the MCCS Henderson Hall Fall Education & Career Fair,
scheduled Thursday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium.
Local, national, and international educators and employers will be present to meet with
prospective students and employees, and career experts will be on site providing free
resume review. An interactive mobile classroom will be parked outside the venue, and
everyone is welcome to step inside. Breakfast and lunch refreshments will be provided
courtesy of event sponsors. For more information and to register, please visit
www.mccsHH.com/EducationCareerFairFall2014.html or call 703-614-6828.
Hiring Heroes career fair
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. Service members, veterans,
retirees and family members 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.
Tutor and a Buddy
The Tutor and a Buddy Program is looking for military service members to
volunteer their time at Barcroft Elementary School. For more information on how to get
involved in the new school year, call 703-693-8378.
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

5. 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.
Family Readiness
New- Yoga Therapy for EFMP children
Learn about and experience yoga therapy designed for children with special needs Oct. 8
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fort Myer Fitness Center. The class is open to DoD ID card holders
who are parents or service providers to children with special needs ages 5-11. Child care will not
be provided, food and drink except water are not allowed in the gym. Class size is limited. For
more information and to register, call 703-696-8467.
New- Play morning
Play Morning is scheduled for Sept. 24 and Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 10 to 11:30
a.m. at Virginia Highlands Park, 1600 South Hayes Street, Arlington, VA 22202.
This playgroup is for parents and preschool children to provide time for play, physical
activity and socialization for parents. The group will meet at playground # 1, by the restrooms,
weather permitting. For additional information or to register, please call 703-696-3512.
New- Anger Management
Individuals will receive information on the basic principles of emotions management,
specific information about the impact of unmanaged anger, and receive resources on how to
recognize and manage the anger triggers in their own lives. The class is schedule for Sept. 24 or
Oct. 8 from 9 to 11 a.m. in Bldg. 201 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. For more
information or to register, please call 703-696-3512.
New- Baby Bundles
Prepare your home and relationship for the changes that are needed when your new baby
arrives. A brief overview of the labor and delivery process, newborn care, and baby proofing
your home will be discussed. Individuals will receive a bag of free baby care and safety items.
Registration required. The class is scheduled for Sept. 26 or Oct. 24 from noon to 2 p.m. in

6. Bldg. 201 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. For questions or to register call 703-696-
3512.
New- ScreamFree Marriage (4 part series)
Couples will learn how to relate to each other in a calm, cool, connected way,
celebrate differences and create a foundation for a great relationship. This is a four part
series held Oct. 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The class is held at the Fort Belvoir
ACS, 9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir, Va. 22060. For additional information or to
register, please call 703-696-3512.
New- Darkness to Light- Stewards of Children
This course teaches adults simple and pro-active steps to help protect children
from sexual abuse. Open to parents, caregivers, and professionals. Class will be held
Oct. 9 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the ACS Classroom, Bldg. 201. Registration required. For
questions or to register call 703-696-3512.
New- Playtime in the Park
Join the JBM-HH New Parent Support Program for a morning of fun at Frying
Pan Park- Kidwell Farm Oct. 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Families will be able to ride
the carousel and enjoy the petting zoo. Parents and children ages 0-5 are welcome. For
additional information or to register, please call 703-696-3512. The park is located at
Frying Pan Park- Kidwell Farm, 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171.
New- Stress Management
Participants will be given information on the basics of identifying stressors in
their life and how to create their own stress management plan. Class is held Oct. 21
from 9 to 11 a.m. in Bldg. 201 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. For more
information or to register, please call 703-696-3512.
New- Date Night—Sizzling in the Kitchen!
Join the Family Advocacy Program for an evening of celebrating healthy
relationships while heating things up in the kitchen and creating healthy meals. The
date night is scheduled for Oct. 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Community Center. For
additional information or to register, please call 703-696-3512.
New- 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.
MCCS Offers New Community Counseling Program

7. 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.
ACAP supports spouses in transition
Army Career and Alumni Program 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 ACAP.
Call 703-696-0973 to register or visit the ACAP Center at 232 McNair Road, Building
404 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. See
www.facebook.com/ArmyCareerandAlumniProgram.
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.
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.

8. Traffic, Roads and Grounds
New – Temporary road closures/delays Sept. 22
The roads around the Memorial Chapel on the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH
(McNair Road, Carpenter Road and Patton Drive) will be temporarily closed Monday,
Sept. 22 from approximately 3:50 to 4:15 p.m. for a full military honors funeral service.
All vehicle traffic will be halted and redirected during this time.
New – Parking restricted on Fort McNair portion of JBM-HH Sept. 23
Parking will be restricted at the Fort McNair swimming pool parking lot
beginning Sept. 22 at 9 p.m. Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. in support of the Naval Sea Systems
Command picnic being held on the Fort McNair parade field Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 3
p.m.
New – Summerall parking lot closed Sept. 24-25
The Summerall parking lot on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base will be
closed Sept. 24 at 9 p.m. until Sept. 25 in support of a ceremony on Summerall Field.
The parking lot will reopen after the ceremony is complete Sept. 25.
New – Henderson Hall parking restrictions Sept. 24-25
Parking along U.S. Military Road on the Henderson Hall portion of the joint base
will be restricted Sept. 24 at 9 p.m. in support of the Fall Education and Career Fair on
Henderson Hall Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The parking restrictions are for along
the wall adjacent to Arlington National Cemetery and will re-open after the career fair
is complete.
New – Summerall parking lot closed Sept. 25-26
The Summerall parking lot on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base will be
closed Sept. 25 at 9 p.m. until Sept. 26 in support of a ceremony on Summerall Field.
The parking lot will reopen after the ceremony is complete Sept. 26.