Comics on Duty are coming back to the Washington Navy Yard’s Catering & Conference Center, April 24. Tickets go on sale at any Naval Support Activity Washington ITT⁄Fitness Center, March 24. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. and the show is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Buffet style lunch will be served.

Lunchtime Cruise Aboard the Spirit of Washington

CMWR is sponsoring a cruise aboard the Spirit of Washington May 2 Boarding begins at 11:30 a.m. from Pier 4 at 6th and Water Streets. Departure time is noon and cruise returns at 3 p.m. Cost is $20 per person and includes a riverfront tour, a delicious luncheon buffet, show, dancing and door prizes. All CMWR command employees are eligible to attend. Tickets are non-refundable. CMWR is not responsible for lost tickets. Tickets go on sale April 2, limit five per person, and are available at the following locations: WNY ITT center, building 22, or the NSF Anacostia ITT center, Bldg. 419. For more information, contact Earl Matthews at 202-685-3050 or Gayle Moore 202-433-2480.

National President's Challenge March 20 - May 15

Rise to the challenge! Registration is March 1 through April 3. Participate with your family, your school, your employer or by yourself. A healthier nation is everyone's challenge and it starts with you. Visit www.presidentschallenge.org for more information.

CMWR Las Vegas trip

Come join CMWR for a trip to Las Vegas, Nev., Nov. 14 to 17. The trip includes staying at the Mirage Hotel and Resort. There will be free pick-up service to and from the airport in Las Vegas. The cost is $685 per person based on double occupancy and is limited to two per person. Tickets go on sale April 9 at the ITT centers at WNY, Bldg. 22 and NSF Anacostia, building 419. The trip must be paid in full by Oct. 31. There are no refunds. Call Earl Matthews at (202) 685-3050 or Gayle Moore at (202) 433-2480 for more information.

Washington Nationals Tickets

Pre-purchase your tickets now at any ITT Office for all Washington Nationals home games! Four tickets are available for each game (must be purchased as a pair). Seats are located in section 105, row F, seats 17-20 and are $26.75 each. Tickets are not available for opening day. DOD personnel are eligible to park at the Washington Navy Yard on game days, see the parking note on page three of The Waterline. Be sure to stop by Mordecai Booth's Public House before heading over to the game.

Captain's Cup men's & co-ed softball league

It's that time! Get your team together now for the Spring softball season. League begins April 14. Registration deadline is April 7. League will be played at the NSAW Anacostia sports complex softball fields. Men's League will play Monday and Wednesday, Co-Ed League will play Tuesday and Thursday, at 6 and 7 p.m. Cost is free for active duty, $30 for DOD civilians, and $44 for contractors. Payments must be made no later than April 9. A MANDATORY coaches meeting will be held Wednesday, April 9 at 1 p.m. in the Anacostia Fitness Center, Bldg. 419.

CMWR Atlantic City trip

CMWR will be going to Atlantic City April 26. All CMWR command employees are eligible to attend. Buses will depart from building 166 at the Washington Navy Yard at 11 a.m. and will return at approximately 1 a.m. All non-DOD personnel must submit their names for access to the Navy Yard no later than April 18. Tickets go on sale March 26 for $10, limit two per person, no refunds, at the ITT centers at the WNY, building 22, and NSF Anacostia, building 419. For more information please contact Earl Matthews, (202) 685-3050 or Gayle Moore, (202) 433-2480.

MWR Wine Festival

For the third year MWR will be hosting a Wine Festival on the outdoor patio of the WNY Catering and Conference Center. The Wine Festival will give attendees the chance to sample a variety of wines while enjoying music and an afternoon by the water. The wine tasting will be on Thursday, May 8, from 3 to 5:30 p.m.

As in previous years, you will be able to try a variety of wines from full bodied reds, to crisp whites and even sparkling wines. Professional staff will be there to serve and answer all of your questions. All attendees will receive a souvenir wine glass, hors d’oeuvres, music by the Navy Band and door prizes. All tickets can be purchased at the MWR ITT offices located at the front desk of the Anacostia and WNY fitness centers beginning April 7. For ticket information call (202) 433-2829 or (202) 433-2962. For event information call (202) 433-2636.

MWR Spring Scramble at Whiskey Creek Golf Club

Tee up for the MWR Spring Scramble, being held April 21 with a noon shotgun start. Voted one of the 10 best public golf courses in Maryland, Whiskey Creek, located in Ijamsville, is the perfect venue to start your year on the links. From the course itself to the facilities of Whiskey Creek, this four and a half star golf club is sure to please any player looking for a challenging round of golf. Visit www.whiskeycreekgolf.com for more information on the club. For more information on the MWR Scramble, contact Lee Bell at (202) 685-0895 or e-mail at lee.bell@navy.mil.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

The Greatest Show on Earth is coming to town!

Verizon Center, March, 28 - 30

Patriot Center, April 5 and 6

Tickets $18.50

Visit any NSAW ITT⁄Fitness Center for details and to purchase tickets

WNY, Bldg. 22, (202) 433-2282, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

NSF Anacostia, Bldg. 419, (202) 433-2962, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

CMWR going to ‘‘Little Mermaids”

CMWR presents a trip to see “The Little Mermaids“ on Broadway in New York. Bus departs WNY Bldg. 166 Saturday, April 19 at 8 a.m. and returns around 11 p.m. the same night. Tickets on sale at the NSF Anacostia and WNY ITT Centers for $120 each and include roundtrip transportation, continental breakfast, dinner and ticket to the play. POC: Ethel King (240) 857-9710 or ethel.king@navy.mil.

Vehicle Storage

Need somewhere to store your vehicle? Register in Bldg. 419, NSF Anacostia fitness center. Storage lot is secure and accommodates privately owned vehicles in spots less than 25’ and spots over 25’. Regardless of the size of your vehicle, prices are: $1.50⁄foot⁄month. All customers are required to sign a storage contract, provide copy of current registration and proof of liability insurance. Contact the NSF Anacostia fitness center at (202) 433-2962 for more details.

Make a Difference! Be a Navy Child Development Home Provider.

Have you ever wanted to work out of your home and be your own boss? Do you enjoy working with children and assisting in their growth and development? Then the Navy CDH program may be for you. The Navy Child Development Home Program certifies those living in Navy housing both in Bellevue (Washington, D.C.) and Woodbridge, Va., to conduct child care in their homes. Good home childcare providers are always needed. If you are interested in becoming a Navy CDH provider, please contact Deana Smith, CDH Director at (703) 494-5031.

Planning a command party?

The Catering and Conference Center offers the finest in catering service, multipurpose conference facilities, an attractive, affordable menu and an experienced professional staff. All federal employees are eligible. Call (202) 433-3041 for more information. You can also call that number to make reservations at Mordecai Booth’s in building 101 on the Yard.

Mordecai Booth’s Public House

Come be a part of building the tradition and history of Mordecai Booth’s on WNY, a great place to unwind after work, crank it up at night, or just hang your hat for some good eats and friendly people. Booth’s includes a wide assortment of beverages, food items, plasma televisions, a cozy fireplace, special events and great music. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday, 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. Have an event or command function coming up? Contact (202) 433-3041 for reservations. For more information on Mordecai Booth’s Public House contact the pub at (202) 678-0514.

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