Oct. 14 Bulletin

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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- Noise Advisory- firing demonstration on Fort Myer Oct. 15-16
The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) will be conducting musket firing
training on Summerall Field Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.; and Oct. 16
from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.
For more information, call 703-696-3290.
NEW- 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. 16, 21, 23, 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.

NEW- Henderson Hall to host swim challenge Oct. 17
Registration is open Oct. 15-16 for the Commandant Henderson Memorial Swim
Challenge to be held at the Maj. Douglas Zembiec pool Oct. 17 between 6 a.m. and 6
p.m.
The challenge is to swim 38 laps to commemorate Marine Corps Commandant
Henderson’s 38 years of service as the Commandant of the Marine Corps on his
anniversary of appointment.
Swimmers must register to compete and the challenge is limited to 38
participants. Those who complete the challenge will qualify for a special event swim
cap. For more information, or to register, call 703-693-7351.
NEW- NAF property sale at MCCS Henderson Hall
MCCS Henderson Hall will host their Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) property
sale Oct. 17-18 in the tent in front of the Marine Corps Exchange on the Henderson Hall
portion of the joint base. This is a “Cash and carry” event; only cash will be accepted
and purchased items must be taken upon sale. Items include store fixtures and assorted
visual décor items. For more information, call 703-979-8420.
NEW- DPTMS to be closed Oct. 17
The Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security (DPTMS) will be
closed Friday, Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for their annual team building exercise. This
closure includes the entire IOC and the Security Office. In case of an emergency, please
call 703-441-4857 for assistance. Normal hours of operation will resume on Monday,
Oct. 20.
NEW- Military career fair Oct. 28
The Military Officers Association of America is hosting a military career fair Oct.
28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sheraton Pentagon City in Arlington, Va. For more
information, or to register, log onto moaa.org/careerfair.
NEW- 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.
NEW- 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.
NEW- JBM-HH Commander’s Holiday Race Series
The JBM-HH Commander’s Holiday Race Series kicks off Oct. 31. To qualify for
a Commanders Holiday Race coin, participants must register online and complete the
three holiday races beginning with the Demon and Doggie Dash Oct. 31.
The race begins at 6:35 a.m. at the Fort Myer Fitness Center. Participants can
either run two miles or walk the one mile course. The entire family, including your
four-legged family members, are invited to this race. Costumes are encouraged and
prizes will be awarded for top finishers as well as best costumes.
Register online before Oct. 27 at midnight by logging onto:
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?
oeidk=a07e9t2v16j06b1fdec&oseq=&c=&ch=.
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 more information, please call 703-696-0594.
NEW- 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.
Giant voice testing on JBM-HH
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall will be conducting a test of the Giant Voice
every Tuesday at 10 a.m. This test will take approximately 20-30 minutes.
This test will be a reoccurring event and will take place every Tuesday at 10 a.m.
unless mission dictates otherwise.

Semper Fit Remembrance 5K to be held Oct. 22
Registration is open for the Semper Fit remembrance 5K Race to be held Oct. 22
at 6:30 a.m. For more information, log onto www.mccsHH.com/oohrahrunseries.html.
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 703-571-1300.
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, to be held Saturday, Nov.1, at the
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel. The ball, a formal event, celebrates the 239 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 ww.mccsHH.com/birthdayballHH2014.html.
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.
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
Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to noon
Nov. 5 from 11 a.m. to noon
Fort Myer
Town Hall
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. 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.
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.
Family Readiness
Play morning
Play Morning is scheduled for Oct. 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.
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.
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 Oct. 24 from noon to 2 p.m. in Bldg. 201 on
the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. For questions or to register call 703-696-3512.
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.
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
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.

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