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Volunteer trunks needed, prize for best decorated Regional Newsfeatured MWR still has a few spots left for volunteer trunks to participate in their annual Trunk or Treat event. Stop by the Community Recreation Office 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and register. Prizes will be awarded for the best decorated trunk.
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MWR: The 411 on FunRegional NewsStay up to date with all upcoming MWR programs and events. Sign up for our weekly email newsletter at www.NavyMWRPaxRiver.com; and follow us on Facebook & Twitter: @MWRPaxRiver. 1 Min Read -
MWR: The 411 on FunRegional NewsFor all MWR news, events and programs visit www.NavyMWRPaxRiver.com 1 Min Read -
Around TownRegional NewsOperation Kidsafe Safety Event 2 Min Read -
Around TownRegional NewsSt. Mary’s County Library Annual Spring Book Sale 2 Min Read -
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Membership has its perks FeaturesNovember is Member Appreciation Month at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling’s Bolling Club, and if base residents want the membership perks they have to sign up.
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Pax kicks off regional energy incentive contests Regional NewsNAS Patuxent River officially launched the Naval District Washington Biggest Loser Competition on Monday. Designed to inform and educate personnel about energy consumption and efficiency, the campaign also hopes to encourage energy conservation and responsible usage by bringing awareness to the forefront. In addition to the Biggest Loser Competition, there will be a poster and video competition open to anyone affiliated with the base, including family members. Other activities include recognition of the best building energy monitor. These competitions are all done in the spirit of energy action and reducing personal energy footprints; the winners will be recognized by Rear Adm. Yancy Lindsey, Commandant, Naval District Washington, for their contributions. In 2009, Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus set five energy goals for DON: increase alternative energy use Navywide, increase alternative energy ashore, reduce non-tactical petroleum use, sail the “Great Green Fleet,” and improve energy efficiency, according to a 2012 DON Strategy for Renewable Energy report.What you need to know (infograph) Prize: Three winners to fund a facilities project of the commanding officer’s choosing: - 1st place — $70k - 2nd place — $50k - 3rd place — $30k Best building energy monitor (BEM) competition (Facility BEM contributing to largest reduction) For NAS Pax River (all tenants) Due: Nov. 23 - Installation submits to Region the two BEMs with greatest EBL contribution - Criteria include innovation, activity, and communication Submissions are to be electronically provided with the completed submission form (TBD) - Prize: Recognition, one winner per installation Poster Competition Due: Nov. 18 • Paper size: 8.5 x 11 inches (letter) • File type: product submitted must be a high resolution PDF or JPG • Required element: Navy Energy & Security logo -or- BRITE logo • Color: full color or gray scale • Unauthorized use of intellectual property (copyright, trademark) • All cast and crew must be volunteers Video Specs • Length: minimum 15 seconds, maximum 60 seconds • Media: Self-contained file with no proprietary codecs • File type: Flash, MPEG, QuickTime, Windows Media Video • Must be compatible for use on Social Media • Live action, animation, or combination of the two • No unauthorized use of intellectual property (copyright, trademark) • All cast and crew must be volunteers • Products must be created by a member(s) of the installation, tenant command, or organization associated with the installation; Sailors, U.S. civilians, host nation Civilians, and direct dependents. • Age: Participants under the age of 12 must identify parent/guardian as the entrant Fine Print Products must be created by a member(s) of the installation, tenant command, or organization associated with the installation; Sailors, civilians and direct family members. Age: Participants under the age of 12 must identify parent/guardian as the entrant. Please send all poster and video submissions to Shawn Graham at shawn.d.graham1@navy.mil.
By Shawn Graham NAS Patuxent River Public Affairs By Shawn Graham NAS Patuxent River Public Affairs
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