The Smith Gym Annex will be closed February 11 – 15 to facilitate the installation of new equipment. The Weight Room also will be closed February 20 – 27 for equipment installation. MCCS appreciates patrons’ understanding as we improve Smith Gym. 703-614-7214.

ITT Closure

Information, Tickets & Tours will close at 3 p.m. Saturday, February 2, for yearly inventory. 703-697-2708.

Super Bowl Parties

MCCS holds a Super Bowl party in Marine Club Sunday, February 3, starting 5:30 p.m. There will be giveaways for every touchdown courtesy of AT&T. The club offers seven flat screen televisions. To reserve: 703-614-2125.

The Single Marine Program holds a Super Bowl party Sunday, February 3, starting 4 p.m. in the MDCXXX Lounge in Keith Hall. Single and unaccompanied service members are welcome to enjoy free refreshments and watch the game on the lounge’s 52” flat screen television. The party is open to SMP members. 703-614-4947.

EFMP

EFMP participants may find out information on a new program for EFMP Respite Care at http:⁄⁄www.naccrra.com⁄ or by calling 800-424-2246 or 703-614-7201.

March Mayhem

Mark your calendar for amateur boxing nigh! ‘‘March Mayhem” returns March 8, 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m., and; spectators pay $7. An after party in Marine Club follows the event. Call 703-697-2706 for ticket information.

Tours Program

Winter tours to ski, snowboard, and tubing sites, as well as one-day getaways and overnight tours are now open for reservations to all DOD identification card holders. The tours depart from the Marine Corps Exchange at Henderson Hall and Little Hall on Marine Corps Base Quantico. Call 703-697-2708 or visit the website at www.mccsHH.com for a full listing of one day and overnight trips.

Iwo Jima Memorial Fun Run

The annual Iwo Jima Memorial Fun Run will take place Wednesday, May 7, aboard Henderson Hall. This timed event begins at Smith Gym and proceeds through Fort Myer to the Iwo Jima Memorial and back to Smith Gym. 703-614-5959.

Marine Club Lunch Parties

Marine Club also holds a Chinese New Year lunch party February 7, 11 a.m. ñ 2 p.m. Buffet lunch features steamed buns, Asian salad, beef lo mein, spicy chicken, and shrimp fried rice for $7.75. The first 50 diners receive a figurine, and all diners receive party favors. 703-614-2125.

Karaoke Fridays

Marine Club holds a karaoke contest Fridays in February, 5 – 8 p.m. The top three performers each week come back February 29 to compete for a grand prize of $100. 703-614-2125.

L.I.N.K.S. Here

L.I.N.K.S. is a free Marine Corps spouse-to-spouse mentoring program. New spouses are especially encouraged to attend to learn about the Marine Corps way of life. The next session is Saturday, February 16, 9 a.m. ñ 5 p.m. in Bldg. 29, Rm. 105. Lunch is provided at no cost; child care costs may reimbursed. 703-693-1253.

Spring Basketball and Volleyball

Semper Fit is accepting signups for the spring basketball and volleyball leagues. Volleyball games are played Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. ñ 1 p.m.; basketball is played Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays 11 a.m. ñ 1 p.m. Teams consist of twelve players and one coach. Register by March 7 by completing a form at Smith Gym or the Semper Fit office in Keith Hall. 703-697-2706.

Henderson Hall Varsity Softball Team Meeting

Represent Headquarters Marine Corps Henderson Hall in civilian and military softball tournaments throughout the year. Active duty military personnel attached to HQMC are eligible to participate. Interested persons should come to a team meeting Friday, March 14, 11:30 a.m., in Henderson Hallís Smith Gym. 703-693-8573 or 703-695-7765.

Child Care

Marine and Family Services offers a variety of child care programs through their network of Family Child Care providers, including free deployment child care for eligible Marine families. Also, a provider in Woodbridge offers a summer youth program for school age children. Slots are filling quickly. Call 703-614-7332.