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By Jim DresbachPentagram StaffWriter

The Spirit of America itin-erary of Boston to Albanyto Hershey go together likerehearsal, travel and new drillchoreography for The UnitedStates Army Old Guard Fifeand Drum Corps.Now in the final weeks of

rehearsals, August afternoonshave been reserved for ConmyHall run throughs, but the 69members – usually dressed intheir Colonial America-era finery– are informally preparing for twoshows.This given afternoon, twodivisions split the Conmy floor– one group is Spirit of America-bound and the other troupe willventure to Estes Park, Colo., forthe Longs Peak Scottish-IrishHighland Festival.

Published for Joint Base Myer-Henderson HallVol. 61, no. 33 August 21, 2014

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WNV discovered on JBM-HHWest Nile Virus was discovered on the Fort

McNair and Fort Myer portion of the jointbase recently: four mosquito pools tested posi-tive for the virus.The positive pools were takenfrom samples behind Fort McNair’s buildings59 and 43 and from the Fort Myer quartersgarden plots behind Jackson Avenue. Officialshave responded by inspecting and eliminatingmosquito breeding sites in the immediate sur-rounding areas. Further, residents near theseareas have been notified.The U.S. Army PublicHealth Command and joint base officials urgeall residents and workers to help prevent anddeter mosquito breeding and bites by exercisingprecautions, including:• Use of insect repellents containing DEET,picaridin, IR3535 and some oil of lemoneucalyptus and para-menthane-diol prod-ucts to provide longer-lasting prevention;

• Wear long sleeve shirts and pants fromdusk through dawn, which is when mos-quitos are most active;

• Ensure screens on windows and doors arenot torn or otherwise provide openings formosquitos to enter residences;

• Use air conditioning;• Empty standing water from outside con-tainers, such as flowerpots, gutters, buck-ets, pool covers, pet water dishes, discard-ed tires and bird baths.

Additional information on mosquito-bornedisease prevention measures can be foundonline at www.cdc.gov/westnile/faq.

Final pool partyThe Single Marine Program is hosting its

final pool party of the summer at the Maj.Douglas A. Zembiec Pool on the HendersonHall portion of the joint base, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.,Aug. 22. For more information, please call 703-696-0033.

see NEWS NOTES, page 4

News Notes

General killed in Afghanistan buried in ANC

No mark time for Fife and DrumCorps as SOA approaches

JBM-HH FD responds to local fire

By Jim DresbachPentagram StaffWriter

The hallowed ground ofArlington National Cemeterywas again broken Aug. 14 for afallen Soldier who died preserv-ing and protecting freedom.Joint Base Myer-Henderson

Hall, the Pentagon andArlington National Cemeterywere the gathering places forcelebrants of the life of ArmyMaj. Gen. Harold J. Greene,who was killed Aug. 5 inAfghanistan.The major general was the

highest-ranking officer killedin combat since Vietnam. Hedied at a Kabul training facil-ity when a gunman believed tobe an Afghan soldier openedfire fatally wounding the generaland injuring several others.Following a memorial service

attended by 760 fellow Soldiers,family members, friends andDefense Secretary ChuckHagel at JBM-HH’s MemorialChapel, Greene was laid to restin the cemetery’s Section 60.Before Greene was buried, TheOld Guard’s Presidential SaluteBattery performed a cannonsalute, and additional TOGunits fired rifle volleys andplayed Taps. Four Americanflags were presented to Greene’ssurviving family members, whooffered touching personal fare-wells.While the tears were plen-

tiful, the remarks were brief

see FUNERAL, page 4

see SPIRIT, page 4

PHOTO BY RACHEL LARUE

Dr. Susan Myers, widow of Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene, places a red rose on her husband’s casket following a graveside service for themajor general in Arlington National Cemetery, Aug. 14. Greene was killed by a man believed to be an Afghan soldier Aug. 5 while visitingMarshal Fahim National Defense University in Kabul, Afghanistan. Greene was the highest ranking officer killed in combat since Vietnam.

By Guv CallahanPentagram StaffWriter

The Joint Base Myer-HendersonHall Fire Department’s Engine 161responded to a one-alarm fire onColumbia Pike in Arlington nearthe joint base on Aug. 15.JBM-HH firefighters received the

call for a one-alarm fire in themaintenance room of an apartmentbuilding at 2008 Columbia Pike,less than a mile from the joint base,

around 9:30 a.m.Engine 161, which is manned by

a crew of four, responded as mutualaid to the Arlington County FireDepartment; and together, crewswere able to contain the fire withinminutes, said Capt. James Angerett,of JBM-HH’s Directorate of Fireand Emergency Services.Angerett was the officer in charge

on Engine 161 during the incident.“It was done very quickly and

efficiently,” Angerett said.

According to Angerett, no inju-ries were reported in the incident,and no residents have been dis-placed as a result of the damage.“We held it in check to the main-

tenance room in the basement, soit didn’t reach any living spaces,”he said.Five fire engines, two ladder

trucks, a medical unit, a rescueunit, two battalion chiefs and a fire

see FIRE page 4


Members of The Old Guard’s Fife and Drum Corps practice for Spirit of Americain Conmy Hall on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Aug. 12. Through September,Spirit of America will be traveling to Boston, Mass., Albany, N.Y., and Hershey,Pa. For the full schedule, visit www.spiritofamerica.mdw.army.mil.

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Community SpotlightName: Charissa Seastrum-Morris.

Job title/where do you work: Installation VotingAssistance Officer (Bldg. 202), Fort Myer.

Military service or other unit name: U.S. Army(retired), 22 years of service.

What’s the most rewarding part of yourcurrent position and why? Working withservicemembers and their families to get the word outon how important it is to vote no matter where youare. Everyone’s voice needs to be heard.

Favorite quote: “Our lives begin to end the day webecome silent about things that matter.” - MartinLuther King Jr.

Favorite sports team:New Orleans Saints.

Favorite place you’ve ever traveled to or been stationed: Germany.

What do you like most about working on/visiting JBM-HH? I haveonly been here a short time, but I have been trying to come to the area forseveral years.This is where we are going to call home, and I am at this time justglad to be back on the east coast.

What do you like most about living in the National Capital Region?The community and the sense of service, just being in the NCR has beensomething that I have wanted to do for several years. My family has beenblessed to become a part of this community, and I am looking forward toserving that community in every way possible.

What’s the best advice you’ve ever received? My grandfather alwaystold us to “Keep your head up and keep pushing forward no matter what

Caption This

Caption This #31Each week, “CaptionThis” will feature a photo taken on base. It’s up to you

to figure out the best, funniest or craziest caption that describes what’s goingon in the picture.The only rule is you have to KEEP IT CLEAN!“Caption This” submissions can be sent to pentagramjbmhh@yahoo.

com, left in the comments on www.facebook.com/jbmhh or dropped off atHeadquarters Bldg. 59, suite 116. Don’t forget to add the “Caption This”number, your name, rank or position and where you work.The winner’s name, caption and the photo will be printed in the newspaper.

If you have a photo you think would make a great “CaptionThis,” send it in.

Commander, Joint Base Myer-Henderson HallCol. Fern O. Sumpter’s vision and philosophy:With a team of resource management savvy and technically competentDoD professionals, establish JBM–HH as DoD’s premier provider ofconsistent, quality services that enhance readiness and the overall well-beingof our customers.We must be...• Experts at what we do…constantly improving our skills and knowledge.• Focused…set priorities and complete the mission.• Committed…to the mission and each other, fostering a communityof excellence.

• Professional/respectful…remain calm, even when others are not…counton each other at all times, treating everyone withdignity and respect.

Rain or shine

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Baby to adult:“Put your hands byyour side, stand upstraight, and wipethat silly grin offyour face Soldier!” -

- Dr. Carol J. Wilkerson

see SPOTLIGHT, page 9

PHOTO BY STAFF SGT. NICK MORALES

Pfc. Sean Chapman, a Soldier from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment’s Caisson Platoon, leads the caparisoned horse for the funeral of U.S. Army Col. K. Roney. The capari-soned horse pays a final honor to officers in the rank of colonel and above and is symbolic of the fact that the deceased has fallen as a warrior and rides no more.

PHOTO BY DAMIEN SALAS

By Cory HancockJFHQ-NCR/MDW Public Affairs

Friends, families and coworkers enjoyed latesummer weather and shared in esprit-de-corpsat the annual Joint Force Headquarters-NationalCapital Region/U.S. Army Military District ofWashington Organizational Day picnic Aug. 15at the Fort McNair portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.

The event was filled with a day of competi-tive games, children’s activities, music, staticdisplays by the U.S. Army Air Operations Group(AAOG) and The Old Guard Caisson Platoon.There was also a K9 dog demonstration by the241st Military Police Detachment from FortGeorge G. Meade, Md., and a catered picniclunch hosted by Maj. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan,JFHQ-NCR/MDW commanding general.

By Guv CallahanPentagram StaffWriter

A team of racquetball playerswho practice and train at theFitness Center on the FortMyer portion of Joint BaseMyer-Henderson Hall recentlyreturned victorious from theNational Masters RacquetballAssociation (NMRA)International Tournament2014.The NMRA is a not-for-

profit organization of maleand female racquetball playersbetween the ages of 45 and90. Each year, the organizationholds a national and interna-tional tournament. Held July16-19 at North Carolina StateUniversity in Raleigh, N.C.,the round-robin internationaltournament hosted teams fromJapan, Guatemala, Canada andthe United States.Teams were split into two

By Julia LeDouxPentagram StaffWriter

The Better Opportunitiesfor Single Soldiers and SingleMarine Program came togetherfor a town hall meeting Aug.18 to discuss barracks life andwhat each program offers toservicemembers.Earlier this year, the 3d U.S.

Infantry Regiment, (The OldGuard) took over responsibilityfor barracks functions on theFort Myer portion of Joint BaseMyer-Henderson Hall fromthe Executive ManagementDirectorate Housing Officeas part of the Army’s FirstSergeants Barracks Program.“This is where you spend

most of your time.This is whereyou live,” said Command Sgt.Maj. Earlene Y. Lavender totown hall meeting attendees.The First Sergeants Barracks

Program is part of an Armyplan to improve the quality oflife for single Soldiers and tostandardize the management ofbarracks Army-wide in a similarway to what civilian apartmentcomplex and property manag-ers do.Program Noncommissioned

Officer in Charge Staff Sgt.Jared Benge said he can helpresolve key and electronic lockissues, lockouts and anythingthat Soldiers need when itcomes to the barracks.“I’m the person you can

come to for all those kinds ofthings,” he said.Benge’s office is in the base-

ment of Bldg. 246. Duty hoursare 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Afterhours emergency service orderscan be called in to 703-696-3263. For lock outs, Soldiersshould contact their first ser-geant or go to 1/3 or 4/3 regi-mental staff duty, which is open24/7.Directorate of Public Works

representatives urged attend-ees who live in the barracks toimmediately report any prob-lems in their barracks, suchas air conditioning and heatingoutages and leaks, so they canbe quickly resolved.“Please keep in mind when

you make that emergency callthat you’re available when thetechnicians show up,” said Sgt.1st Class Julie Bade.

PENTAGRAM Thursday, August 21, 2014 3Community

The U.S. Army Band 2014 scheduleAug. 22, 7:30 p.m.: The U.S. ArmyBlues will perform at Music in theParks, playing jazz music in the big bandform idiom from the 1920s to present.The performance takes place at LackeAccotink Park in Springfield,Va.

Aug. 23, 7:30 p.m.: The U.S. ArmyBand will conclude its summer seasonwith the return of the Annual Overture1812 Concert. Set to take place onSummerall Field on the Fort Myerportion of the joint base, the 90-minute,family-friendly performance featuresThe U.S.Army Concert Band, Chorus,HeraldTrumpets and soloists fromTheU.S. Army Voices. The performance isfree; no tickets are required.

Alongside patriotic favorites by JohnPhilip Sousa, the program includesdance-inspired music by Jerome Kern,George Gershwin and AlexanderBorodin. Also featured on Saturday’sprogram will be Arlington, WhereGiants Lie Sleeping, by “Pershing’sOwn” composer/arranger Sgt. MajorPaul Murtha.Written to commemoratethe 150th anniversary of Arlington

National Cemetery, this powerfuland emotional work pays tribute togenerations of American servicemenand women buried in Arlington.

The concert concludes with a bang –literally.Tchaikovsky’s inimitable 1812Overture was written to commemoratethe Russian defeat of Napolean’sGrande Armée. Perhaps one of thefinest examples of storytelling throughmusic, Tchaikovsky calls specificallyfor live cannon fire to musically fightoff the advancing Napoleonic army,symbolized by the French anthem LaMarseillaise. Church bells, chimes,and the chorus of Russia’s God Savethe Czar celebrate the Russian victory.The Presidential Salute Battery of the3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The OldGuard) lends their special talents to theperformance with four, 5,775-poundWorldWar II-era anti-tank guns.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Summerall Field is located on thecorner of Jackson and SheridanAvenues in Arlington. Blankets, lawn

chairs and picnics are permitted(alcoholic beverages are prohibited).This performance will take place rainor shine. In the event of inclementweather, the concert will take place inConmy Hall, across Sheridan Avenuefrom Summerall Field. Additionalinformation, including a two-pageactivity sheet/performance hand-out, can be obtained online at www.usarmyband.com/concerts-events/overture-1812.html.

Aug. 24, 5 p.m.:The U.S.Army BrassQuintet will perform at the WaterfordOld School Auditorium in Waterford,Va. The quintet, led by Master Sgt.Terry Bingham, will perform brilliantarrangements of well-loved music,from Handel’s Royal Fireworks toGod Bless America, Quaker SimpleGifts, a Gershwin prelude and more.The Old School grounds will beopen before and after the concert forpicnicking; refreshments will be servedat intermission.

Aug. 28, 7 p.m.: The U.S. ArmyBlues will present jazz music in the big

band idiom from the 1920s to presentat the Harris Pavilion in Manassas,Va.

Performances are free and open tothe public, unless otherwise noted.All outdoor concerts are subject tocancellation or location change due toweather considerations.Please call 703-696-3399 for up-to-date informationon concert cancellations or locationchanges. For additional details anda full calendar of performances, visitwww.usarmyband.com/event-calendar.html.

BOSS and SMP bring single servicemembers together

Fort Myer Fitness Centerpatrons are racquetball champs

PHOTO BY SGT. 1ST CLASS MARK WOOD


Staff Sgt. Daniel Hood, left, and Command Sgt. Maj. Earlene Y. Lavender, center, give remarks duringa Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers town hall Aug. 18, in Spates Community Center on the FortMyer portion of Joint Base Myer Henderson Hall.

see PICNIC, page 8 see CHAMPS, page 4

PHOTO BY LEON JACKSON

Gladys Leonard and Scott Kreamer, members of the Fort MyerRacquetball Team, pose for a photo while wearing their medalsafter the team won the National Masters Racquetball AssociationInternational Tournament in Raleigh, N.C., July 19.

PHOTO BY CORY HANCOCK

Sgt. William C. Chappell (left) and Sgt. Thomas A. Kappler, Joint Force Headquarters-National CapitalRegion/U.S. Army Military District of Washington command drivers, pose for a photo during theannual JFHQ-NCR/MDW Organizational Day picnic at Fort McNair, Aug. 15.

see BOSS, page 8

Fun, camaraderie at MDWOrganizational Day picnic


during the final service for the engi-neer officer who also worked atthe Pentagon during his 34-yearArmy career. At the Pentagon, alive video feed broadcasted theMemorial Chapel service to fellowservicemembers and civilians whoworked side-by-side with the two-star general.“I want you to remember: no plot

in Arlington National Cemetery isever forgotten,” presiding ChaplainLt. Col. Jerry Owens said at thegravesite. “Each stone here builds avision of liberty.”At the conclusion of the service

at Section 60, Army Chief of StaffRaymond Odierno presented the

casketed flag to Greene’s widow,Col. (retired) Susan Myers. Familymembers each followed by laying aseparate red rose on the casket.A day before the funeral, Odierno

paid tribute to Greene at a Pentagonmemorial service.“My guess is we probably could

have done this [service] in a 10,000-seat stadium and filled the stadiumtoday because there are so manypeople who care for Harry Greene,”the Army chief of staff said. “I knowthis is an exceptionally painful lossfor both the Greene family and ourArmy family. I want to share withyou that this has affected everyonewho worked with and knew Harry.He left an indelible mark on every-

one he came in contact with.”Greene is also survived by his

father, Harold; a son, Army 1st Lt.Matthew Greene; a daughter,Ameliaand brothers, Jonathan and Steven.He was preceded in death by his

mother, Eva Greene.Greene, who was a 55-year-old

native of Schenectady, N.Y., servedas deputy commanding general ofthe Combined Security TransitionCommand – Afghanistan when hewas fatally wounded.A separate memorial service

for Greene was held last week atAberdeen Proving Ground, Md.See pages 6 and 7 for additional

Pentagram coverage of the Greenefuneral.

1812 Overture concertto be held Aug. 23

Come enjoy the end of summer concert spec-tacular on historic Summerall Field on the FortMyer portion of the joint base. Complete with livecannon fire by the 3d Infantry Regiment (The OldGuard) Presidential Salute Battery, this favoriteamong Washingtonians of all ages is a must-seemusical extravaganza. The audience will enjoy aprogram of music by the U.S. Army Band that willfeature classical, popular and patriotic selections,with vocal highlights and dramatic fanfare. Theevent will happen, rain or shine. For more informa-tion, visit www.usarmyband.com/index.html.

Henderson Hall car washtemporarily closed

The Henderson Hall Marine Corps Exchangecar wash, which is usually open 24/7, will be closeduntil the repaving of the surrounding Bldg. 12parking lot is completed.The car wash is projectedto reopen by Aug. 29.

League bowling returnsLeague bowling will be held Mondays,Tuesdays,

Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Fort MyerBowling Center on McNair Road starting the firstweek in September.To sign up or for more informa-tion, call 703-528-4766.

Thrift shop returns to regular hoursThe Fort Myer Thrift Shop will be closed until

Sept. 2, when it returns to its fall schedule.The shopwill be open Tuesdays,Wednesdays and Thursdaysfrom 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the first Saturday ofthe month.The next Saturday opening will be Sept.6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call703-527-0664.

Feds Feed FamiliesJoint Base Myer-Henderson Hall personnel

support the Agriculture Department’s annual FedsFeed Families food drive. The campaign, whichruns through August, is a voluntary effort under-taken by federal employees, who bring nonperish-able food items to their offices for distribution tolocal food banks. Bring donations to several placeson the Fort Myer portion of the joint base: Thefitness center, the Exchange, Bldg. 203, Bldg. 205and Bldg. 59. On the Fort McNair portion of thejoint base, bring non-perishable food items to Bldg.39, the Shoppette, the State Dept. Federal CreditUnion, Marshall Hall (Bldg. 62) and Lincoln Hall(Bldg. 64). If you wish to add a collection pointin your building, send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or call 703-696-8333. For moreinformation visit www.defense.gov/home/fea-tures/2012/0612_fff.

Sunrise yogaStart your day off with a gentle, restorative yoga

practice Aug. 25 from 6:15 to 7:15 a.m. on thedeck of Maj. Douglas A. Zembiec Pool on theHenderson Hall portion of the joint base. Yogamats are provided and all Department of Defenseidentification card holders are welcome. For moreinformation, call 703-693-9146.

Outdoor play morningOutdoor play morning at Virginia Highlands

Park, 1600 South Hayes St., Arlington, Va., will beheld from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 25.This playgroupis for parents and preschool children and providestime for play, activity and socialization for parents.The group will meet at playground #1, near the restrooms, weather permitting. For additional ques-tions or to register, call 703-696-3512.

Evaluate and negotiateemployee benefits

The Career Resource Management Center inBldg. 29 on the Henderson Hall portion of the jointbase offers evaluating and negotiating employeebenefits Aug. 26 from 9 to 11 a.m. in room 104.This seminar teaches participants about privatesector employee benefits, how they differ frommilitary benefits and how to integrate those benefitswith those they currently have. Call 703-614-6828to register.

Marines’ company PTHeadquarters Company, Headquarters and

Service Battalion, Henderson Hall/HeadquartersMarine Corps will host another NCO-led companyphysical training session beginning at 6 a.m. Aug.27 at the Henderson Hall PT field directly in frontof the Navy Exchange on the Henderson Hallportion of the joint base. The uniform is greenshirt, green shorts, white socks and running shoes.All leaders are encouraged to participate in order toserve, lead and evaluate their Marines during thisevent. For more information, contact 1st Sgt.W.D.Carrion at 703-693-8876.

Portable careers for military spousesThe Career Resources Management Center in

Bldg. 29 on the Henderson Hall portion of the jointbase offers information and resources regardingportable careers Aug. 27 from 9 to 11 a.m. in room104.This workshop, designed especially for militaryspouses, will explore portable career opportunitiesas well as resources, such as earning potential andstatistics, available to assist them in their job search.Call 703-614-6828 to register.

Anger managementIndividuals will receive information on the basic

principles of emotions management, specific infor-mation about the impact of unmanaged anger andreceive resources on how to recognize and managethe anger triggers in their own lives. Class will beheld in Bldg. 201 on the Fort Myer portion of thejoint base Aug. 27 from 9 to 11 a.m. For moreinformation and to register, call 703-696-3512.

News Notes, from page 1

Funeral, from page 1

PHOTO BY JIM DRESBACH

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno presents a folded American flag to Dr. Susan Myers of Falls Church,widow of Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene, at the graveside service for Maj. Gen. Greene in Arlington National Cemetery,Aug. 14. Three pre-folded flags were given to Greene’s son, daughter and father while the flag draped on his casketwas given to his widow.

The simultaneously-scheduledperformances are an example ofthe break-neck schedule the musicalcorps faces in the upcoming weeks.But months prior to the Spirit ofAmerica and the Colorado actualshow dates, music selections andtimelines were put into place.“We had music solidified and

handed out a few months ago, so theway that we’re going to do it is every-body is given some memorizationdates and throughout that process,we get together and rehearse as anorganization. At that time, it’s themusic that we lock in,” explainedStaff Sgt. John Brandt, a corps bassdrummer. “Then we review somedrill that we previously worked on.As of [early August], we’re cleaningup that drill and over the next week,we really solidify the music.”Fife and Drum snare drummer

Staff Sgt. Shane Nickels will be per-forming in his first Spirit of Americashows when the Army ceremonialunits roll up the east coast. He saiddescribing the schedule as hectic isan understatement.“We just got back; the whole corps

went to Indianapolis forDrumCorpsInternational Championships,” hesaid. “We did a three-day tour there.

Now we came right back into fullday rehearsals, so it definitely istiring, but I’d rather be busy thannot doing anything.”In all, four snare drummers, two

bass drummers, eight buglers andeight fifers will be on the roadto Massachusetts, New York andPennsylvania in September. BuglerStaff Sgt. DanielToussaint promisesprecision, excellence and showman-ship.“It will be the same top level we

always perform at,” said Toussaint.“Our show is actually similar insome ways musically to the lastSpirit of America. But parts havebeen added, so it is a different show.A lot of us are learning new partsand learning new steps.”Spirit of America performance

dates and locations include Boston’sTD Garden (four shows) on Sept. 12and 13,Albany’sTimes Union CenterSept. 19-20, and the SOA entourageplays in Hershey Sept. 26-27.

Editor’s note: Each issue of thePentagram through mid-Septemberwill feature a Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall ceremonial unit orunits and how the individual battalionsare preparing for the Spirit of Americapatriotic shows.

divisions and after playing all other teams in theirrespective divisions, the teams’ total points were talliedto determine winners. All matches are self-refereed bythe players and depend entirely on the players’ integrityand sportsmanship, according to the NMRA website.Fort Myer’s 18 team members emerged from the

tournament with a fair amount of hardware.In doubles competition, Fort Myer players took

home five gold medals, three silver medals, four bronzemedals and two fourth-place medals. In singles compe-tition, the team won two gold medals, one silver medaland two bronze medals.Leon Jackson, a Fort Myer team member and the

secretary of the NMRA, has been a member of theNMRA for seven years.“The biggest takeaway from the tournament is a

shared sense of communal pride in knowing that we alltrained hard together and against each other to the bet-terment of all,” he wrote in an email to the Pentagram.Fort Myer players competed in singles, doubles and

mixed doubles matches and frequently ended up inheated competitions against other pairs of their ownteammates, Jackson said.To prepare for the tournament, the team practiced

regularly and held a mock tournament with the team’scoach, retired Air Force Maj. Curtis Alatorre-Martin.Players who train at the Fort Myer Fitness Center have

been a part of the NMRA for nine years, said Jackson.Fort Myer’s medal winners include:

1. Lars Cole and Kelly Goddard: Gold in MixedDoubles (45+)

2. Leon Jackson and Scott Kramer: Gold in Men’sDoubles (50+)

3. Gladys Leonard and Sallie Bennedict: Gold inWomen’s Doubles (50+)

4. Carmen Alatorre-Martin and Patrick Gibson:Gold in Mixed Doubles (55+)

5. Tyrone Gilmore and Jon Barlow: Gold in Men’sDoubles (55+)

6. Mark Baron and Steve Conn: Gold in Men’sDoubles (60+)

7. Carolyn Hollis: Gold inWomen’s Singles (50+)

8. Scott and Gladys: Silver in Mixed Doubles (50+)

9. Patrick and JohnWinnings: Silver in Men’s Dou-bles (50+)

10. Sallie and Mark Baron: Silver in Mixed Doubles(55+)

11. Dave Kovanda and FrankTaddonio: Silver inMen’s Doubles (60+)

12. FrankTaddonio: Silver in Men’s Singles (60+)

13. JamesWeathers and Roger Rossi: Silver in Men’sDoubles (65+)

14. WayneToyne and PriceThomas: Bronze in Men’sDoubles (70+)

15. JamesWeathers: Bronze in Men’s Singles (65+)

16. Steve Conn: Bronze in Men’s Singles (60+)

17. Lars Cole andTyrone Gilmore: Fourth place inMen’s Doubles (50+)

18. Roy Hare and Carolyn Hollis: Fourth place inMixed Doubles (50+)

For more information about the NMRA, visitwww.nmra.info.

Champs, from page 3


marshal were on the scene,according to the dispatch report.The JBM-HH Fire

Department works withArlington County regularly,Angerett said.JBM-HH Fire Chief Russell

Miller told the Pentagram inan email that Arlington Countydispatches JBM-HH units on analmost daily basis.“All of our 911 calls … go

directly to Arlington County,”he wrote. “Arlington Countydispatches us on all types ofmutual aid calls based on ourlocation/availability.”The total number of calls to

date in 2014 is 1,230, includingboth calls on JBM-HH and callsfrom Arlington for mutual aid,Miller wrote.The last fire JBM-HH fire-

fighters responded to on basewas a small fire in a tar potat the construction site of theExchange on the Fort Myerportion of the joint base inMarch. The fire caused nodamages or injuries and wasalso contained in minutes.

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Women’s Equality DayAWomen’s Equality Day event, hosted by the Office

of the Administrative Assistant to the Secretary ofthe Army, Directorate of EEO, will be held Aug. 27from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Pentagon auditorium. Keynotespeaker Tinisha Agramonte, SES, assistant administra-tor, Office of Diversity Inclusion and Civil Rights, U.S.Small Business Administration, will present, “Let go,lean in and life up: Deprived equality for anyone is athreat to equality for everyone.”The presentation will show how women’s equality is

not just a women’s issue, but a societal issue. Everyone,men and women, are impacted when a woman’s talentand abilities are not fully recognized, limiting her fullpotential to serve the nation. For more information,email [email protected].

VA claims assistanceThinking of filing a claim with the Department

of Veterans Affairs? A national service officer fromAmerican Veterans will be in Henderson Hall’s Bldg.29 Career Management Center Aug. 28 by appoint-ment only from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. For assistance,bring your service medical records, private physician’srecords, DD Form 214, marriage certificate, children’sbirth certificates and copies of dependents’ socialsecurity cards.The national service officer will consultwith customers about the condition for which they areconsidering filing a claim. To make an appointment,call 703-614-6828.

Baby stagesThis class will provide an overview of developmental

milestones for children ages 0-3. Learn how to accessyour child for developmental milestones and discussactivities that you can do to help improve your child’ssocial, gross motor and cognitive development. Classwill be held in Bldg. 201 on the Fort Myer portion ofthe joint base Aug. 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. For more infor-mation and to register, call 703-696-3512.

STARS for spousesSpouse transition and readiness seminars are now

offered by the Career Resource Management Centeron the Henderson Hall portion of the joint base.The next session is Sept. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon. Theworkshop will relay practical information to alleviatethe stressors associated with the transition process astheir servicemember leaves the military. Registration isrequired by calling 703-614-6828.

Exceptional Family MemberProgram workshop

The JBM-HH and Fort Belvoir Army CommunityService Exceptional Family Member Program presentsan introduction to Virginia Medicaid waivers Sept. 8from noon to 2 p.m. at Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Rd.,Fort Belvoir. Presented by Moms in Motion, thesession will provide an overview of Virginia Medicaidwaivers; explore the qualification requirements, appli-

cation process and benefits of the elderly and disabledconsumer directed waiver; and discuss the importanceof getting on a waiting list for the intellectually dis-abled.The workshop is open to all DoD ID cardhold-ers and light refreshments will be served. Register bySept. 3 by calling 703-696-8467 or 703-805-4418.

Quantico car showMarine Corps Base Quantico is hosting a car show

Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Daly Hall parkinglot.The lot opens at 9 a.m. and fees for competing carsrange from $10 per car for active duty military up to$15 per car for retirees and $20 per car for civilians.Spectator admission is free. Trophies will be awardedfor various categories. For more information, call 703-432-0170 or visit www.quantico.usmc-mccs.org.

Annual doggie dipJBM-HH Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s

annual doggie dip will take place Sept. 6 from 10 a.m.to 2 p.m. at the Fort Myer Officers Club pool complex.The event is free. Prior to participation, dog ownerswill be required to sign a waiver upon entering the poolarea and dogs must display a current rabies tag on theircollar. In the event of severe weather, the event will becancelled. For more information, call 703-939-1045 or703-696-0594.

TransparentingThis two-part seminar, held Sept. 8 and 15 from 9

to 11 a.m. in Bldg. 201 on the Fort Myer portion ofthe joint base, is designed to provide parents who areseparated or divorced with the tools to ensure that theyare able to continue supporting and encouraging theirchildren despite the breakup of the family unit. Youmust attend both sessions to receive a certificate ofcompletion. For more information and to register, call703-696-3512.

Welcome aboard briefMCCS Henderson Hall will hold a welcome aboard

orientation session Sept. 9 from 8 to 10:30 a.m. inBldg. 29, room 105. Newcomers will learn about theirnew duty station and important information aboutlife in the National Capital Region. After a break forlunch, there is a bus tour of the local area, includ-ing downtown Washington, D.C., starting at noon.Family members are welcome to attend the brief andtour. Civilian attire is encouraged for servicemembers.Register to attend by calling 703-614-7202.

Grand openingMarine Corps Community Services Henderson Hall

announces the grand opening of the Marine CorpsExchange’s third addition and Navy Exchange uniformcenter. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take placeSept. 9 at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend theevent and enjoy refreshments afterward. There will begiveaways and drawings for products, including elec-tronics, cookware and apparel. The store is located onthe Henderson Hall portion of the joint base.

Off limits: Potomac’s Great Fallswater activities

Joint base and Military District of Washingtonleaders would like to remind readers that the PotomacRiver Great Falls stretch of water along the PotomacRiver that extends from Sycamore Island to ChainBridge is off limits to all swimmers, waders and cliffdivers due to strong undertow currents in the area.Undertows are dangerous. The surface of the water

can be calms, but beneath the surface, strong watercurrents pull in opposite directions. The area hascaused deaths of servicemembers and their familymembers in the past.The directive is more than a suggestion – the pro-

hibition of water activities in the Great Falls/PotomacRiver Gorge area is the law in Maryland, Virginiaand the District of Columbia, and a directive againstwater activities was issued by the Military District ofWashington in 1984. According to the National ParkService, some 674 water-related accidents and 22people have drowned at Great Falls since 1972; in1984, seven Fort Myer Soldiers died there in water-related activities; and Old Guard Soldier drowned inGreat Falls waters in 2013. The beautiful Great FallsPark is open, but give the water, including the shore-line and river’s edge a wide berth. See www.nps.gov/grfa and while you’re there, check out River Safety andHow Long CanYou HoldYour Breath.

Pentagram seeks to spotlightcommunity members

The Pentagram is seeking nominations of JBM-HH’s workers, residents and students to feature in theCommunity Spotlight portion (page 2) of the newspa-per each week. Individuals can nominate themselves orsomeone else. Those nominated must currently work,reside, or attend school at any of JBM-HH’s posts orfacilities (Fort Myer, Fort McNair, Henderson Hall),and either submit a photograph or be willing to haveone taken for publication. Please note that childrenunder the age of 18 will require guardian/parental per-mission. Additionally, each nominee will be asked toanswer and submit a short form of questions to helpintroduce the individual to the Pentagram’s reader-ship. This is an especially great way to highlight newworkers, exceptional achievement, or unique personalstories. For more information or any questions, emailthe Pentagram staff at: [email protected].

Death noticeAnyone with debts owed to or by the estate of Maj.

Gen. Harold J. Greene, Combined Security TransitionCommand – Afghanistan, must contact Maj. JustinShell, the summary courts martial officer for theSoldier. Green passed away Aug. 5. Call Shell at 703-545-1766.

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Final farewell to Maj. Gen Harold J. Greene


Members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) foldthe American flag before presentation to Dr. Susan Myers, widowof Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene, during his graveside service.


Members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) carry Army Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene’s casket during his graveside service in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Aug. 14. Greene was killed by a man dressed as an Afghansoldier Aug. 5 while visiting Marshal Fahim National Defense University in Kabul, Afghanistan. Greene is the highest-ranking service member killed in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.



Members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) prepare to carry Army Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene’s casket during the graveside service.PHOTO BY RACHEL LARUE

Above: 1st Lt. Matthew Greene, son of Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene,receives an American flag from U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno.Below: Amelia Greene, daughter of Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene, places a redrose on her father’s casket.


Lynda Flowers from the Army Arlington Ladies, speaksto Dr. Susan Myers, widow of Maj. Gen. Harold J.Greene, during his graveside service.

U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY STAFF SGT. BERNARDO FULLER

Chief of Staff of the Army, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, and Assistant Secretary ofthe Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology, Heidi Shyu, sing the congregational hymn, “Onward, ChristianSoldiers” during a military funeral in honor of U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene at Joint Base Myer-HendersonHall’s Memorial Chapel, Aug. 14.


Lt. Col. David S. Taylor, commander, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), oversees Soldiersfolding the American flag during the graveside service for Army Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene.

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Final farewell to Maj. Gen Harold J. Greene


Members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) foldthe American flag before presentation to Dr. Susan Myers, widowof Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene, during his graveside service.


Members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) carry Army Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene’s casket during his graveside service in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Aug. 14. Greene was killed by a man dressed as an Afghansoldier Aug. 5 while visiting Marshal Fahim National Defense University in Kabul, Afghanistan. Greene is the highest-ranking service member killed in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.



Members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) prepare to carry Army Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene’s casket during the graveside service.PHOTO BY RACHEL LARUE

Above: 1st Lt. Matthew Greene, son of Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene,receives an American flag from U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno.Below: Amelia Greene, daughter of Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene, places a redrose on her father’s casket.


Lynda Flowers from the Army Arlington Ladies, speaksto Dr. Susan Myers, widow of Maj. Gen. Harold J.Greene, during his graveside service.

U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY STAFF SGT. BERNARDO FULLER

Chief of Staff of the Army, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, and Assistant Secretary ofthe Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology, Heidi Shyu, sing the congregational hymn, “Onward, ChristianSoldiers” during a military funeral in honor of U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene at Joint Base Myer-HendersonHall’s Memorial Chapel, Aug. 14.


Lt. Col. David S. Taylor, commander, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), oversees Soldiersfolding the American flag during the graveside service for Army Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene.


By DavidVergunArmy News Service

“A ready and resilient Soldier needs a ready andresilient family,” said Maj. Bethany A. Belanger, reg-istered dietician, nutrition lead for Performance TriadSystem for Health.A great way to make this happen, she said, is by

getting parents and children engaged on the impor-tance of sleep, activity and nutrition: the three pillarsof the PerformanceTriad.With August being PerformanceTriad month, what

better way to kick it off than with a back-to-schoolcampaign that focuses on getting the entire familyinvolved in setting up their children for success, sheadded.Belanger offered some useful tips that will increase

children’s health and performance in school.

SleepSchool-aged children need more sleep than adults.

About eight-and-a-half to 11 hours per night, Belangerrecommended. Roughly 30 to 40 percent of childrenare not getting enough.Because kids can be high-strung, especially in the

evening, it’s important to create an environmentconducive to sleep. An hour before bedtime, parentsshould initiate “winding down activities,” she said.Turn off the TV, end social media and computer

game time and cease physical activity at least an hourbefore sleep.These activities are stimulating and makeit difficult for children to fall asleep. Instead, sheoffered, have them read a book or take a warm shower,things that induce relaxation.

ActivityThroughout the day, children sit way too much, she

said. Sedentary behavior can lead to weight problemsand hinder their school performance. Regular physicalexercise activates children’s brains, helping them tofocus and pay attention in school.Rather than recommending specific exercise regi-

mens, Belanger said the basic idea is to get kids tomove and burn off excess energy. They should accu-mulate at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily.Besides formal exercise plans and school sports,

Belanger said kids can go to the playground, walkthe dog and have recreation time with their parents.These simple recreational activities are fun, easy toplan and increase time spent together as a family.

NutritionIt’s been said many times that breakfast is the most

important meal, and that’s true, Belanger said, espe-cially for children heading out to school.Breakfast will boost students’ energy levels, thereby

improving their cognitive performance and help themfocus better on their lessons, she said.The best plan is for the entire family to eat breakfast

together - and other meals as well, she said. Havingfamily time together at meals promotes good nutritionhabits, as well as social development.To save time, prepare part or all of breakfast the

night before and spend a few hours on the weekendpreparing foods for weekly family meals, she said.For children, healthy meals and snacks should

include about 50 percent fruits and vegetables, aswell as whole grains, dairy, lean protein and healthyfats such as nuts. Food choices from each food groupshould be natural as opposed to processed, she said,adding that’s the same advice for adults.Parents also need to monitor their children’s caf-

feine intake.“You can get caffeine from many sources besides

coffee,” she said.Soda, tea and energy drinks are other common

sources and their effect is cumulative. Many sourcescan also be high in sugar and calories. Consumingcaffeinated drinks regularly impacts children’s healthand their ability to pay attention and focus in school.Caffeinated beverages also impact a child’s sleep.

Belanger recommends children not consume caffeineat all, and especially not within six to eight hours ofbedtime.Instead, she offered, drink milk or water. For the

sweet tooth, she said a good replacement for soda isfruits, which are naturally sweet and contain vitamins,minerals and fiber.Parents also need to get into the habit of reading

labels on food products, Belanger said. Fat, calories,salt, sugar, additives and ingredients should all bemonitored.Finally, Belanger said that while it’s a tall order for

parents to monitor their children’s sleep, activity andnutrition, they have the “biggest influence” on theirkids. Also, it’s not just enough “to tell your kids whatto do.You have to be the role model.”

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Boss, from page 3


Command Sgt. Maj. Earlene Y. Lavender gives remarksduring a Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers townhall Aug. 18, in Spates Community Center.

Eight barracks buildings house 746 servicememberson the joint base.BOSS president Staff Sgt. Daniel Hood stressed that

all single servicemembers and married servicemembersgeographically separated from their families are eligibleto participate in the program, regardless of rank.“When we plan events, we need your support,” he

said. “When we have these events and you guys don’tshow up, that’s wasting funds.”Marissa Johnson, Single Marine Program coordinator

for Henderson Hall, said the Marine and Army pro-grams are similar in nature.“We’re both doing the same things: quality of life,

recreation and volunteerism,” she said.Following the meeting, drawings were held and

a number of lucky winners walked away with prizesranging from gift certificates to a mountain bicycle.

“We had picture-perfect weather and a record-breaking attendance,” said Robert Johnson, J4 LogisticsSenior Supply Management officer and the event’sorganizer. “The initial planning began in February withsix fundraisers over the last six months.”The competitive events consisted of basketball, horse-

shoes, volleyball, a fitness walk/run and the Dizzy Izzy relay.“I had a wonderful time,” said Sgt. 1st Class Nyesha

J. Favorite, AAOG Sexual Assault Response coordina-tor. “My family could not stop talking about all thegames and entertainment. My favorite event was theDizzy Izzy relay; it was the funniest event of the day.”Making a special appearance at the picnic were

members of Vader’s 501st Legion, a social group ofStar Wars costume enthusiasts; The U.S. Army Band“Pershing’s Own” Swamp Romp, the Nat mobile,the United Service Organization mobile and threeWashington Redskins cheerleaders.“I find that the picnic is a great team-building event

allowing people to branch out beyond their own typicaloffice mates and meet others in the command,” said Sgt.William C. Chappell, JFHQ-NCR/MDW commanddriver. “The food was fantastic. I think it was well-executed and well-planned.”A moon bounce, face painting and a balloon toss

were among the activities for children who attended.Meanwhile, individual offices and units competed involleyball and other sports as well as relays for thecoveted commander’s cup. Competition was intense forthe cup this year with AAOG winning the trophy, as wellas bragging rights.“I am an athlete, so getting to play an array of sports

in one day was fantastic,” said Chappell. “But seeinghow much fun there was to be had for my toddler wasamazing as well.”“I am truly excited that we won,” added Favorite. “Our

only strategy and goal was to have a great time and win.The commander’s cup was in our front sight as well.Weare small in numbers but we came out on top.”

Picnic, from page 3Back to School campaign focuses onimproving student performance

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION BY PEGGY FRIERSON

The Army’s Back to School campaign focuses on improving student performance through better sleep, activityand nutrition, the pillars of the Performance Triad.

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happens, the Good Lord has a purpose for everything that you do and everything that happens to you.”

What are your goals for the year:My goals for the next year are to disseminate voting information toas many servicemembers and their families that I can. As we know, the 2016 election year is going to behuge. Our voices need to be heard. I understand how it is when you are not in your home state and youare not sure if your Vote is being counted. I want to ensure our community that there have been severalpractices put into place to make sure that our Voices are heard, no matter if you are here stateside orserving overseas.

What advice do you have for someone getting stationed at JBM-HH? Enjoy the privilege ofserving in the National Capital Region, not everyone is given that opportunity.

Community Spotlight, from page 2

Soldier of thequarter

PHOTO BY SGT. 1ST CLASS ERIC MCCRORY

Spc. Shaquania D. Chappell, a food servicespecialist at Headquarters Company,Headquarters Command Battalion, poses fora photo after receiving the Army AchievementMedal from Lt. Col. Mark R. Biehl, commander,Headquarters Command Battalion, Joint BaseMyer-Henderson Hall, Aug. 14. Chappell, a24-year-old native of Winston Salem, N.C.,received the award for “exceptional achieve-ment” on her selection as Soldier of the 3rdQuarter, Fiscal Year 2014, for the battalion.

New York native to reunite withfamily, friends at Albany SOA shows

By Jim DresbachPentagram Staff Writer

The middle stop of the 2014 Spirit of Americatour is being highly-anticipated byThe U.S. ArmyOld Guard Fife and Drum Corps snare drummerSgt. 1st Class Christopher Paul Hirt.Hirt was raised in East Greenbush, N.Y.; a

suburb of Albany, and the veteran of over 10Spirit of America trips will receive the privilege ofplaying in front of the hometown folks. The halfweek reunion culminates for Hirt with four showson Sept. 19 and 20 at Albany’s Times UnionCenter.“Basically, most of my family and friends are up

there. This is my last chance to perform for thatmany people from my family,” he said before anAug. 12 Spirit of America practice. “I’ll be per-forming for people I haven’t seen for years. Thelast time I saw some of them, I was doing this asa hobby. Now this is my job as part of a profes-sional group.They saw me when I left when I was19, and now they will see me perform for the firsttime.”Spirit of America is a living history show of

the Army’s heritage and combines music, pre-cision drills and historical reenactments. Theshow’s talent resides inside the Military Districtof Washington – specifically Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall and includes the ContinentalColor Guard, Commander-in-Chief ’s Guard,Caisson Platoon, The U.S. Army Old GuardFife and Drum Corps, The U.S. Army Band“Pershing’s Own” and The U.S. Army DrillTeam.Tickets are free and available to the general

public.To check for ticket availability, go to www.spiritofamerica.mdw.army.mil/ticketing.


Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Paul Hirt, snare drumplayer in the The Old Guard’s Fife and DrumCorps, was raised in East Greenbush, N.Y; asuburb of Albany. The veteran of over 10 Spirit ofAmerica trips will play in front of his hometownSept. 19 and 20 when Spirit of America comesto Albany’s Times Union Center.

five “W’s” — as well as a point of contact, phonenumber and/or website for additional information.News Notes must be submitted no later than noon,Wednesdays, for consideration for publication in thefollowing week’s Pentagram. For example, informationsubmitted for publication in News Notes on Tuesday,Aug. 12, will be published in the PentagramThursday,Aug. 21. Priority will be given to those announce-ments of events and deadlines occurring during thepublication week. Please send your news notes to thePentagram at [email protected].


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JBMHH Labor Day hours of operationMost offices on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, a federalholiday commemorating Labor Day. Most military activities will have curtailed operations Friday,Aug. 29. The following facilities and places of business have reported open or closed hoursfor this federal holiday weekend Aug. 29 - Sept. 1. This list is not all encompassing; pleasecheck with the facility you wish to visit for more details.

Army Career and Alumni Program Sept. 1 - Closed

Dining Facility Aug. 29 to Sept. 1:Brunch: 9 a.m. to noonSupper: 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.For more information, call 703-696-2087

Headquarters Command Battalion,Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH

Aug. 29 and Sept. 1 -Closed with curtailed operations

Environmental Management Division Sept. 1 - Closed

Headquarters & Services Battalion,Headquarters Marine Corps,Henderson Hall side of JBM-HH

Sept. 1 - Closed

Executive Management Housing Division Aug. 29 - Open with limited staff; Sept. 1 - Closed

Memorial Chapel Aug. 29 - Open with limited staff; Sept. 1 - ClosedFor more information, call 703-696-6635.

Old Post Chapel Sept. 1 - Closed

Rader Health Clinic Aug. 28 - Closed at noon for staff organization day;Aug. 29 - Open with limited services includinglimited acute appointments and reduced capacityin the laboratory, radiology and pharmacy;Sept. 1 - Closed

Rader Dental Clinic Aug. 28 - Open for sick call only; Closed at 9 a.m.for staff organization day;Aug. 29 and Sept. 1 - ClosedDental emergencies should report to Fort BelvoirCommunity Hospital ER or Logan Dental Clinic,Fort Belvoir.

Commissary Sept. 1 - Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fort Myer Exchange Sept. 1 - Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fort Myer Express Sept. 1 - Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fort Myer Military Clothing Sales Store Sept. 1 - Closed

Pentagon Military Clothing Sales Store Sept. 1 - Closed

Fort McNair Express Sept. 1 - Closed

Subway Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Petals and Blooms Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Barber Shop Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cleaners Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

GNC Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Optical Shop Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

McNair Barber Shop Sept. 1 - Closed

Firestone Sept. 1 - 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Marine Corps Exchange andThe Vineyard Wine & Spirits

Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

American Clipper Barber Shop Sept. 1 - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Java Café Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Maj. Douglas A. Zembiec Pool Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium Sept. 1 - 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

All other MCCS activities* Sept. 1 - Closed* except the car wash, which is expected to re-openafter a construction project, 24 hours a day.

Retention Aug. 29 - ClosedSept. 1 - Closed

Veterinary Clinic Aug. 29 - 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for appointments, pur-chase of medication and routine health assess-ments of pets belonging to military retirees, theirfamily members and all service members. Call703-696-3604 to schedule an appointment.Sept. 1 - Closed

CYSS Sept. 1 - Closed

ACS Sept. 1 - Closed

Fort Myer Fitness Center Sept. 1 - 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fort McNair Fitness Center Sept. 1 - Closed

Library Sept. 1 - Closed

Rec Center Sept. 1 - Closed

Auto Shop Sept. 1 - Closed

Fort Myer Officers Club Sept. 1 - Closed

Fort Myer Officers Club Pool Complex Sept. 1 - 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Tennis Courts Sept. 1 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fort McNair Officers Club Sept. 1 - Closed

Spates Community Club - Closed Sept. 1 - Closed

Bowling Center Sept. 1 - noon to 6 p.m.

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For more information on volunteering for the local Honor Flight program,visit facebook.com/honorflightdca or honorflightcr.org

Area military families are invited to join the DCMilitary Family Life staff in honoring our World War II veterans on Saturday, September 13.

There are 2 separate groups arriving into Reagan National Airport on September 13, and there are several ways you can participatethroughout the day:

Group 1:• Welcome 90 veterans at the US Airways, Terminal A at 10:02am to salute and cheer their arrival.• Salute these veterans as they visit the World War II Memorial on the National Mall from 2:30pm – 3:45pm.• At the end of the day, you can help bid farewell after their full day of touring as they return to Reagan National Airport at 6:30pm.Group 2:• Welcome 25 veterans at the AirTran Airways, Terminal C at 11:05am to salute and cheer their arrival.• Salute these veterans as they visit the World War II Memorial on the National Mall from 12:30pm – 1:30pm.• At the end of the day, you can help bid farewell after their full day of touring as they return to ReaganNational Airport at 6:30pm.

Look for a special pullout banner in the August 15th issue of DCMilitary Family Life, or visit DCMilitary.com/honorflight to download a special welcome banner to customize and hold as you greet our veterans. Ourphotographers will be on hand to snap a photo of your family with your personal banner for future publication.

Help DC Military Family Life and Comprint honor our veterans and meet other military families while you arevolunteering. It will be the perfect way to spend a Saturday in D.C.

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For more information on volunteering for the local Honor Flight program,visit facebook.com/honorflightdca or honorflightcr.org

Area military families are invited to join the DCMilitary Family Life staff in honoring our World War II veterans on Saturday, September 13.

There are 2 separate groups arriving into Reagan National Airport on September 13, and there are several ways you can participatethroughout the day:

Group 1:• Welcome 90 veterans at the US Airways, Terminal A at 10:02am to salute and cheer their arrival.• Salute these veterans as they visit the World War II Memorial on the National Mall from 2:30pm – 3:45pm.• At the end of the day, you can help bid farewell after their full day of touring as they return to Reagan National Airport at 6:30pm.Group 2:• Welcome 25 veterans at the AirTran Airways, Terminal C at 11:05am to salute and cheer their arrival.• Salute these veterans as they visit the World War II Memorial on the National Mall from 12:30pm – 1:30pm.• At the end of the day, you can help bid farewell after their full day of touring as they return to ReaganNational Airport at 6:30pm.

Look for a special pullout banner in the August 15th issue of DCMilitary Family Life, or visit DCMilitary.com/honorflight to download a special welcome banner to customize and hold as you greet our veterans. Ourphotographers will be on hand to snap a photo of your family with your personal banner for future publication.

Help DC Military Family Life and Comprint honor our veterans and meet other military families while you arevolunteering. It will be the perfect way to spend a Saturday in D.C.

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