Today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Washington Navy Yard’s Town Centre, outdoor courtyard.
Join us for a the free performance and free ice cream social provided by civilian MWR! For more information contact (202) 433-0801.

Redskins Season Kickoff Party at Mordecai Booth’s Public House
Today from 4 to 8 p.m! Join us at Mordecai's for the football season kickoff party with free giveaways, hors d'oeuvres, wings and fun! For more information, e-mail angela.banks@navy.mil.

5th Annual Navy 5 Miler
Naval District Washington is hosting the 5th Annual Navy 5-Miler, presented by SAIC, on Sept. 28, at West Potomac Park, Washington. The race is open to the public and is a USATF-certified course. There is NO race day registration. To sign up, please visit www.charmcityrun.com. For more information please call the Race Hotline at (202) 433-4686 or stop by the MWR offices in building 72 at Naval Support Facility Anacostia.

Halfway to St. Patrick's Day! MordecaiBooth’s Public House
It's six months away but we still know how to keep the festivities flowing! Join us at the pub Sept. 17 from 4 to 8 p.m. for party specials, giveaways, food, music and dancing to celebrate the halfway point to St. Pattie's Day! For more information, e-mail angela.banks@navy.mil.

First Annual Anacostia⁄Bolling 5k-10k Fun Run
Join Bolling Air Force Base Services and NSAW MWR for the first annual Joint Base Fun Run, Tuesday. Walkers will begin at 9:30 a.m. and runners will begin at 10. Cost is free for everyone. Start and finish will be at the NSF Anacostia fitness center parking lot, building 419. Bib and packet pick-up will be from 8-9 a.m. for walkers and from 8-9:30 for runners at the start⁄finish line. There will be professional timing for runners and commemorative t-shirts for sale. Register by TOMORROW at the NSFA fitness center or at the Bolling fitness center, building 15. Fun Run is open to all Military and DoD personnel supported by NSAW and Bolling AFB. For more information, contact Mike Pitts at Anacostia, (202) 685-0483⁄1643 or Paul Martines at Bolling, (202) 767-5895.

American Freedom Festival 2008
Country music stars Alan Jackson and Trace Adkins will be headlining this special event and concert to honor all veterans. The Pentagon Channel will also be airing a live worldwide broadcast. Festival is Oct. 25 at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Va., and tickets are on sale at any NSAW ITT office.

Washington Nationals Tickets
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 (left field home run territory), row F, seats 17-20 and are $26.75 each. DOD personnel are eligible to park at the WNY on game days. Be sure to stop by Mordecai Booth's Public House before heading over to the game. Mordecai’s is open two hours before game time Mondays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Pavilion and Sports Complex rentals
For your next command picnic or get together, rent the pavilions, gazebo or softball fields at the Anacostia Sports Complex. Rental fees are:

pavilions: $68
gazebo: $43
softball field: $25
softball field with pavilion: $15
cleaning deposit: $50

All reservations must be made 48 hours in advance. Rental fee and cleaning deposit must be paid in full at time of reservation. Please note that there is no electricity at any of the pavilions, gazebo or softball fields. Contact (202) 685-0895 for more information.

Visit the NSAW ITT⁄Fitness Centers for event details and to purchase tickets
WNY, building 22, (202) 433-2282, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
NSF Anacostia, building 419, (202) 433-2962, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Liberty text message alerts
Attention all E1 to E6 single⁄unaccompanied active duty service members. You can now receive text message alerts for upcoming trips and events! Just text ‘‘NSAWLiberty” to 66937 to sign up. You will receive a message asking for confirmation. You may also opt out at any time by texting ‘‘Stop” to 66937. Standard text messaging rates still apply to individual plans. For more information call (202) 433-2636 or stop by the Liberty Office at NSF Anacostia in Enterprise Hall, building 72.

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.

Turning Stone Resort
Civilian MWR is taking a trip to the fabulous Turning Stone Resort, nestled in the scenic Mohawk Valley of New York, for a two-night stay. Bus leaves WNY on Oct. 12 at 7 a.m. and returns 9 p.m. on Oct. 14. The cost is $215 per person based on double occupancy and includes lodging, transportation and a meal coupon. Tickets are on sale now at the ITT centers on the Navy Yard, building 22 and NSF Anacostia, building 419. There are no refunds. Call Earl Matthews at (202) 685-3050 or Gayle Moore at (202) 433-2480 for more information.

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 to use the facility. Call (202) 433-3041 for more information. You can call that same number for Mordecai Booth’s event reservations.