MWR calendar
Potomac Lanes: Sandwich of the Month
June's Sandwich of the month is tuna on white or wheat bread, including fries and a 20-ounce, non-alcoholic drink for only $5.50! Call 202-563-1701 for more information.
Story Time
Every Tuesday and Thursday | 10 a.m. | Library
Themes for June 2012 include:
June 5 Sea creatures (World Oceans Day)
June 7 We Love Our Stars and Stripes! (Flag Day)
June 12 Happy Father's Day
June 14 Birthdays with the U.S. Army
June 19 Summer is Here!
June 21 Fresh Fruits! (National Fruit and Vegetables Month)
June 26 Zoo animals! (National Zoo and Aquarium Month)
June 28 Let's Go Camping (National Camping Week)
Call 202-767-5578 for more information.
Daily Lunch Buffet Special
Tuesday-Friday | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Bolling Club
Tuesday- Create your own panini and pair it with our homemade soup, fresh salad bar and the rest of the lunch buffet.
Wednesday- Beef carvery, French fries and Yorkshire pudding
Thursday- Club members, make your reservations now! All-you-can-eat smothered, baked or fried pork chops.
Friday- Seafood, Chef's choice of seafood choices
Members: $9.95; Non-members: $12.95
For parties of 10 or more, $1 will be added to each person's meal. Call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Membership Free Drawing
Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Bolling Club - Washington Dining Room
Here's your opportunity to win a free Sunday brunch for members only! Winners are drawn every Tuesday and Thursday at noon. Must be present to win. Members must show proper ID as well as valid club membership card. Call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Video Game Nights
Every Wednesday and Friday | 5-7 p.m. | Library
Summer is here! Stay cool in the library and check out our free video game nights!
WACKY WII WEDNESDAYS - Stop in and choose from our Wii Game selection.
GAMER'S CHOICE FRIDAY- Choose from Wii, Playstation 3 or X-Box 360 games.
Games may only be played in the JBAB Library and must be checked out at the circulation desk; only age-appropriate games will be issued to participants. Headphones are also available upon request. Call 202-767-5578 for more information.
Moms and Tots Playgroup
Every Thursday | 9:45-11 a.m. | Youth Center
In this class, you will get to network with other parents, play games with your toddler and gain useful information from parent interactions. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
2-for-1 Steak Dinner
Every Thursday | 5-8 p.m. | Bolling Club
Stop by the Club for the best deal in town! Choose from a juicy 12-ounce rib eye or sirloin steak, chicken or fish, and your choice of a tossed or iceberg wedge salad, and russet or sweet baked potato with butter, sour cream, chives, and bacon bits. All meals come with a roll and butter, as well as coffee, tea, or iced tea. Select appetizers, desserts, and drink specials will be offered.
Club Members: $23.95 for two people Non-Members: $23.95 per person. Call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Movie Madness Feature
Every Friday | 5 p.m.| Library
Join us at the JBAB Library for our free movie madness!
We feature a popular, recently released family-friendly 'G'- or 'PG'-rated movie and serve complimentary theater-style popcorn and drinks. All children under 10 must be supervised by a parent or guardian 16 or older, while watching the movie.
The weekly movie will be posted at the circulation desk and our mobile outside marquee. For more information, call the JBAB Library at 202-767-5578.
Summer Leagues
Summer leagues are now forming. Potomac Lanes is offering Youth/Adult League, Challenge League, and many conventional leagues. Call Potomac Lanes at 202-563-1701 for more information or to sign up.
Cosmic Bowling - Friday and Saturday nights 8 p.m.-midnight
Summer Saturdays- Noon-6 p.m. - $2 per game (not including shoes)
Dollar Sundays- Noon-6 p.m. - $1 per game (not including shoes)
Battle of the Midway: Friday 5K Run/Walk
June 1 | 7 a.m. | Aerobic Center
Test your endurance and participate in our 5K Run/Walk. The first male and female finishers will win a complimentary entry to the Navy-Air Force Half-Marathon and Navy 5 Miler, excluding prior recipients. Call 202-767-5895 for more information.
Disabled Transition Assistance Program (DTAP)
June 1 | 9-10 a.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 | May 25
This class is for those separating or retiring from the military. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Making Rules and Following Them
June 1 | 1-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 | May 30
Rules are very important in a household. Learn how to create the home environment you desire by successfully implementing rules through using different techniques such as family meetings and involving your children in the rule making process. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
First Friday
June 1 | 5 p.m.-midnight | Bolling Club - Washington Dining Room
Mark your calendars for this standing-room-only event! Everyone is welcome! We have a large dance floor, the most current music and several cash bars. Our Club members can help themselves to free hors d'oeuvres from 5-7 p.m.; Non-members can enjoy for only $10. Our famous fried chicken and chef's specials will be available for purchase in the WASP Lounge from 7-11 p.m. Call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Tie Dye T-Shirts
June 1 and 8 | 6-8 p.m. | Youth Center | 9-18 years old
Bring your white t-shirt to the Youth Center and explore the wonderful world of tie-dyeing. We will do two Friday nights of tie-dyeing to get your shirt ready to wear this summer. Call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Head Boat Fishing
June 2 | 6 a.m.-5 p.m. | Chesapeake Beach, Md.
We are going fishing! It is only $95 a person for rod rental, a dozen bloodworms and transportation. Additional bait will be available for purchase on the boat. Only one medium-size cooler (45 quarts) per person. Bring your own lunch, snacks and drinks. Call 202-767-9136 for more information.
Champagne Sunday Brunch
June 3, 10, 17, and 24 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bolling Club - Washington Dining Room
Join us for the best Sunday Brunch in the National Capital Region, featuring seasonal fruits, eggs benedict, made-to-order omelets, scrambled eggs, breakfast meats, Belgian waffles, carving station, salad bar and dessert bar. A selection of lunch entrees is also available. Buffet includes complimentary champagne, screw drivers and Bloody Marys.
Stop by for Father's Day June 17 for your chance to win four movie passes to any AMC movie theater!
Members: $17.95 Non-Members: $22.95
For parties of ten or more, $1 will be added to each person's meal.
Call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Guiding your Child through Adolescence
June 4 | 4-5 p.m. | Bellevue Navy Housing | May 30
This class examines common challenges parents face when their children reach puberty and adolescence. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Pre-Separation Brief
June 5, 9-11 a.m. Bldg 13. June 1
June 12, 9-11 a.m. Bldg 13 June 8
June 19, 9-11 a.m. Bldg 13 June 15
June 26, 9-11 a.m. Bldg 13 June 22
Mandatory brief for service members separating or retiring.
Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
New Spouse Orientation
June 5 | 9 a.m.-noon | MFSC Bldg. 13 | June 1
This class is for military spouses new to the area or the military. Learn what programs and services are available in the National Capital Region. Note: This class is specific to military spouses. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Reintegration
June 5, 12, 19 and 26 | 2-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 13
This briefing is for all those returning from deployment. All spouses are encouraged to attend. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Car Buying
June 5 | 2-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg 72 |
Participants should be able to determine how much they can afford to spend on a car, research available vehicles, lenders and sellers and negotiate a fair price on the purchase of a car. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
AT&T National Golf Tournament Available June 6
The Tiger Woods Foundation, in cooperation with the OSD/JS Welfare and Recreation Association will once again be distributing free tickets to military personnel this year for the AT&T National.
Tickets will be available at designated ITT/ITR offices within a 150-mile radius of Washington, D.C. Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting June 6.
If you live outside of the immediate Washington, D.C., area, please contact your local ITT/ITR office, so that they may make a ticket request to the Pentagon on your behalf.
Ticket Information
Ÿ Tickets will be available to all active duty, reserve, retired, Guard, dependents, civilian personnel and Coast Guard members. Limit is four tickets per person.
Ÿ Military tickets are good for any one day of your choice, Wednesday, June 27 - Sunday, July 1.
Ÿ All tickets must be picked up at an ITT/ITR office and you must have access to the installation to pick up tickets. No tickets will be mailed.
Ÿ If you have any questions regarding the ticket distribution, please contact one of the ITT/ITR offices or send an e-mail to militaryticketsattnational.org.
Call 202-404-6576 for more information.
Right Start
June 6 and 20 | 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 13 |
For all Air Force personnel new to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Anger Management
June 6, 13, 20 and 27 | 9-11 a.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 |
Anger is a normal feeling, but do you know what to do when the heat rises in a situation? In this class, you can learn about the patterns of angry behavior and a variety of acceptable coping strategies to handle angry feelings. This class is designed to help reduce unacceptable expressions of anger at home and work. Registration is required and participants must attend all four sessions to receive a certificate. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Employment Classes
Date: Time: Location: Deadline:
Job Search Strategies/Networking
June 6 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June 1
Resume Writing Workshop
June 7 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June 1
Webinar: Exploring Franchise Ownership*
June 11 Noon-1 p.m.
Interviewing Techniques
June 14 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June 8
Job Search Strategies/Networking
June 18 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June 15
Resume Writing Workshop
June 19 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June 15
Applying for a Federal Job
June 20 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June15
Myers-Briggs (MBTI) & Job Search**
June 21 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 72 June 15
Interview Techniques
June 21 1-3 p.m. Bldg 13 June 15
Troops to Teachers
June 22 8 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June 15
Applying for a Federal Job (Saturday)
June 23 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June 15
Resume Writing Workshop
June 26 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 13 June 22
Networking for Military Spouses
June 27 9 a.m.-Noon Bldg 72 June 22
Applying for a Federal Job
June 29 1-3 p.m. Bldg 72 June 22
*Interested individuals may call 1-800-818-9929 at the workstation, at home, or join us at the Military and Family Support Center.
**Must speak with instructor prior to registration.
Registration is mandatory. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Early Bird Wednesdays!
June 6 and 27 | 2 p.m. | Liberty Center
Call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Membership Birthday Dinner
June 6 | 5-8 p.m. | Bolling Club - WASP Lounge
June 6 is National Fried Chicken Day! Come celebrate with us! We will be preparing a free chicken dinner with mashed potatoes and cole slaw for all of our Club Members as an appreciation for supporting us. Call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Patch Club
June 7 | 5:30-6 p.m. | Library
The JBAB Library's Patch Club is geared toward 7-12-year-olds with a love of reading.
During each meeting we discuss books read the previous month and feature various games, contests, and other projects to keep our members motivated and challenged. Some typical offerings include, essay and poster contests, puppet shows, crafts, and quarterly themed event/parties.
Members earn patches after successfully reading three books each month in the respective genre. Please remember to bring your reading logs to each meeting.
June's genre is Read to Me!
New members are always welcome to join Patch Club! For additional information, please contact Teresa Cienfuegos or Regina Williams at 202-767-5578.
Ombudsman/Key Spouse Basic Training
June 8-10 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 13 |
For all newly appointed Ombudsmen and Key Spouses. Learn the basics of the program. Must attend all sessions to be certified. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Sponsor Training
June 8 | 1:30-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 13 |
June 22 | 9-10 a.m. | MFSC Bldg. 13 |
For all personnel assigned as a command sponsor. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Liberty Movie Trip
June 8 | 6 p.m. | AMC Hoffman Center 22
Join Liberty for a night at the movies to check out the latest releases such as Men in Black 3, Prometheus or Madagascar 3! Call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Atlantic City Day Trip
June 9 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. |
Join ITT as we head to Atlantic City, N.J. for the day! Walk the boardwalk, shop at the outlets, test your luck at the casino and dine at a new restaurant.
Price: $38.75 per person
Casino Credit: TBD
Call 202-404-6576 for more information.
Indoor Go-Karts
June 9 | Noon | All Sports Grand Prix
Race into Liberty to sign up for indoor go-karting at the popular All Sports Grand Prix indoor track! Price: $25
Call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Rock and Bowl Cosmic Bowling
June 9 | 8 p.m.-midnight
Rock and Bowl with DJ Chris during our DJ Cosmic Night! Only $15 for unlimited games and shoes! Call 202-563-1701 for more information.
Youth Sponsorship and Monthly Birthday Celebration
June 9 | 6-7 p.m. | Youth Center | 9-18 years old
Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for our Monthly Birthday Celebrate. Current Youth Center Membership is needed for this event. We invite youth new to the JBAB community to come find out what the JBAB Youth Center has to offer you. Meet fellow members and hear what they have to say about our programming, trips and activities. Call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Explore DC
June 10 | Noon-7 p.m. | Washington, D.C.
Scurry around the National Mall and other famous landmarks and learn fascinating facts about our Nation's Capital! Call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Consumer Awareness
June 12 | 2-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 |
Attendees should be able to identify and protect themselves from misleading and fraudulent consumer practices. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Birthday Lunch
June 13 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Bolling Club
For all Club Members with a birthday in June, show your Club card and proof of your June birthday and receive a complimentary lunch buffet and a slice of birthday cake. Call 202-563-8400 for more information.
Basic Auto Care Class
June 13 | 5-7 p.m. | $20 per person
In this monthly class, the experts at the Auto Hobby Shop will teach you how to do a basic oil change, replace your windshield wipers, and fix a flat tire and so much more! Please reserve your spot early! Payment is due at the time of reservation. Call 202-767-1143 for more information.
Home Buying Made EZ
The Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Housing Services Center will be hosting a Home Ownership Seminar on June 14 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Enterprise Hall, Building 72. The Home Ownership Seminar will be presented by volunteer realtor Mario B. Johnson, and will include topics such as:
. Are you ready to buy a home?
. Managing your money
. Shopping for a home
Please contact the JBAB Housing Services Center for more details and to reserve a seat at 202- 433-0346.
Thrift Savings Plan
June 14 | 2-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 |
Learn what TSP is all about. Details such as: how to enroll and participate, contributions, investment funds and other TSP options and features of the program. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Personal Financial Leadership Forum
June 15 | 1-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 13 |
Discuss the impact of finances on mission readiness. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Make Old Fashioned Ice Cream Sandwiches
June 15 | 7-9 p.m. | Youth Center | 9-18 years old |
Celebrate your last day of school by making your own old fashioned ice cream cookie sandwich with the Youth Center Staff. We supply the ingredients and you supply your own creativity in making this all time favorite ice cream treat. Call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Virginia Beach Trip
June 16 | 7 a.m.-8 p.m. | Virginia Beach
ODR is heading to the beach! It is only $35 for transportation to the ocean front. Minimum of six, maximum of 24 participants. Call 202-767-9136 for more information.
Super Yard and Craft Sale
June 16 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | BX Parking Lot
Start your spring cleaning and come join us for our Spring Super Yard Sale for only $20. June 14.
Call 202-767-4422 for more information.
Fifth Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance
June 16 | 1-3 p.m. | Bolling Club |
Join us for Our 5th Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance! Activities include dancing, crafts and contests. Attire is semi-formal. Call MFSC for reservations at 202-433-6151.
2 Homes 1 Family
June 18 | 9-11 a.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 |
Participants will be able to define co-parenting, discuss the do's and don'ts and begin to make a family plan that fits their current situation. Exercises and activities are designed to help participants discover what kind of household they want to create for their children. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Conflict Resolution
June 19 | 2-4 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 |
This workshop teaches participants to define conflict, as well as discover how they feel when faced with a conflict, how they normally react to conflict, what kind of coping techniques keep them calm in the face of conflict and learn how to resolve it appropriately as it occurs. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Command Financial Specialist Refresher Training
June 20 | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | Bethesda, Md. |
Required refresher training for Command Financial Specialist. Must register to attend. Contact David Rowe at 202-685-0982.
Scavenger Hunt
June 21 | 11 a.m. | Starts at Fitness Center I
Teams will use clues to travel to each location and collect a token. In order to receive the token, they must complete a fitness challenge. The fastest team that gathers all the tokens wins! All teams must have three members with at least one female. Registration is required by June 18. Minimum of four teams. Sign up at Fitness Center I or II. Call 202-767-5895 for more information.
Renting
June 21 | 2-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 |
Weigh your housing options, determine what you can afford, learn what you need to know about roommates, obtaining a lease and protecting yourself and your property. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Liberty Caribbean Carnival
June 21-23 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center
Join Liberty as we celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month with our Carnival! Enjoy traditional food, music and fun! Call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Sounds of Summer: Classic Rock/ Elvis Summer BBQ
June 22 | Slip Inn Bar and Grill
Love classic rock music? Are you a big fan of Elvis Presley? Don't miss out on one of our summer's biggest events with food and beverage specials! Call 202-767-1371 for more information.
Triple Play Basketball Challenge Games
June 22 | 7-9 p.m. | Youth Center Gym | 9-18
Test your basketball skills at the Triple Play Basketball Spot-Shot competition. All preteens and teens are invited. Sign up at the front desk. Call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Kings Dominion Trip
June 23 | 10 a.m. | Kings Dominion Amusement Park
Liberty is heading down to King's Dominion! Experience thrilling roller coasters and other exciting rides! Call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Mom and Son Boot Camp
June 23 | 10-11 a.m. | Ball Field (Giesboro Park)
Calling all mothers and sons! Spend some quality time doing fun field day activities such as sack races, balloon toss, egg race, balloon walk, baseball catch and toss and a mother/son kickball game. For more information contact Ricardo Bailey at 202-767-4003.
Explore Solomon's Island
June 23 | Noon-8 p.m. | Solomon's Island, Md. | ages 13-18
Explore Solomon's Island in Southern Maryland. Bring money for lunch, bathing suit and a towel for swimming. Limited seating available. Signed permission slip and current membership required to attend this field trip. Call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Summer Stress Busters
June 25 | 9-11 a.m. | WNY Bldg 101, Rm 132 |
This course will help participants manage stress and gain coping strategies they can utilize during the summer months. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Smooth Move and Overseas Planning
June 26 | 9 a.m.-noon | MFSC Bldg. 13 |
Gain information on making a successful PCS move. Family members are encouraged to attend. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Let's Make Pizza
June 26 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center
Learn how to make everything from the dough to the sauce with the help of our guest instructor. Call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Individual Augmentee Indoctrination
June 27-28 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 72 |
This class will give preparation on individual augmentee assignments. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend. Call 202-433-6151/202-767-0450 for more information.
Summer Reading
The "Reading Is So Delicious" Summer Reading Program begins June 27, offering a range of fun activities to encourage and foster a love of reading in 6-13-year-olds. Weekly incentives will be given to all participants and prizes will be awarded to top readers.
The group will meet Wednesdays, with 6-9-year-olds meeting from 10-11 a.m., and 10-13-year-olds meeting from 1-2 p.m. The library will be closed July 4. The group will meet Friday, July 6, at regularly scheduled times instead.
The new reading program for five-year-olds begins Monday, June 25 from 10-11 a.m. The group will meet each following Monday at the same time. Weekly incentives will be given to all participants.
The Summer Reading program will wrap up with a barbecue party at the library Aug. 10 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 202-767-5578 for more information.
Navy Entertainment Presents: Craig Karges
Experience the Extraordinary
June 28 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center
Call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Boss and Buddy
June 29 | 3:30-5 p.m. | Bolling Club - WASP Lounge
Club members enjoy a free buffet; cost for non-members is $10. Call 202-563-8400 for more information.
In House Movie with Popcorn
June 29 | 5:30-10 p.m. | Youth Center | ages 9-18
Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an evening of movies and popcorn. The preteen movie starts at 5:30 p.m. and the teen movie starts at 8 p.m. Call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Antietam Creek River Tubing Day Trip
June 30 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sharpsburg, Md.
Join us on a 4- to 5-hour tubing tour. Cost is $64 per person, and includes creek side picnic, guides in canoes, shuttle, quality tube, life jacket and transportation to and from base. Call 202-767-9136 for more information.
Ultra Laser Zone
June 30 | 4-9 p.m. | Youth Center | ages 9-12 |
Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an evening of dodging lasers and strategizing with your teammates. Cost for a single game is $8.50, $19.99 for 3 games or play all day for $24.99. Current membership and signed permission slip required. Call 202-767-4003 for more information.
New York City Day Trip
July 21 | 7 a.m.-11 p.m. |
We are headed to New York City! Enjoy the city with sightseeing, catching a Broadway show or shopping. Reserve your seat today at the ITT office.
Price: $50 per person
Call 202-404-6576 for more information.
Ocean City Beach Trip
July 28 | 7 a.m.-8 p.m. | Ocean City, Md.
Cost is $35. Minimum of six, maximum of 20 participants. Call 202-767-9136 for more information.