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Rocket U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos Admiral Sir George Zambellas, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff of the Royal Navy, Rear Admiral Matthew Klunder, Chief of the Week of Naval Research and Director, Innovation, Technology Requirements and Test and Evaluation, and members of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division at the Electromagnetic Railgun facility at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren on July 29. Page 7 Zambellas and members of his staff also visited the Main Range, the Laser Weapon System Lethality Lab and Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense during their tour. Sea Cadet learns the ropes TD #1 AGE TS ID APERS MD. PA POST SO.

PERMIT aboard USCGC Eagle US NEWSP PRESOR By Andrew Revelos ny as in ed himself lucky for the op- 1946. Constructed ade- portunity. cade earlier in Along with ahandful The U.S. Navy Sea Ca- and commissioned the Se- of other Sea Cadets from dets are known for giving galschulschiff (SSS) Horst around the country, Keen- young people opportuni- Wessel,the sailingschool an learned sailing skills ties to experience the sea ship served as the flag- services, but relatively few and nomenclature, basic ship of the ’s get achance to harness the damage control and watch sail training fleet. She was wind and experience sail- standing. Keenan found ing on alarge craft. Gunnar repurposed as adocked the middle watch to be the Keenan, a15year old mem- training ship and later as most enjoyable, perhaps ber of the Pentagon Divi- an anti-aircraft vessel, due to the advantages it of- sion Sea Cadets, recently serving in that role until fered in the way of eating. embarked on a19-day sail- the end of the war. And little wonder, since ing adventure aboard USC- Since the Coast Guard hoisting sails, pulling lines GC Eagle, the Coast Guard’s received and renamed the and practicing damage con- celebrated 295-foot , it has served as trol are enough to arouse and training cutter, that atraining vessel for U.S. an appetite in anyone. took him from St. John’s, Coast Guard Academy and “It’s pretty nice,” he Canada, to , Candidate School said. “You get late [rations] to Bourne, Mass. cadets. The Eagle has also and mid rats. The food was Photo courtesy of Gunnar Keenan The only steel-hulled participated in several great. The officers and en- Gunner Keenan, aPentagon Division Sea Cadet, sailing vessel in U.S. mili- goodwill cruises during listed crew on the Eagle captured this amazing sunset as the USCGC tary service, the Eagle has its long service. Alimited were elite Coast Guards- Eagle sailed into New York Harbor on July 16. trained generations of number of Sea Cadets are His 19-day voyage aboard the USCGC Eagle Coast Guardsmen since accepted aboard every took him from St. John’s, Canada, to New York, it was taken from Germa- summer and Keenan count- See Cadet,Page 2 to Bourne, Mass.

FREE CLASSIFIED ADS FORMILITARYAND GOVERNMENT CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES E-mail [email protected] or Call (540) 653-8153 2FThe South Potomac Pilot riday, August 8, 2014 Cadet: Thriving on physically and mentally challenging tasks Continued from page 1 men and they gave us great experience. The cooks have to apply to serve on the Ea- gle.” Keenan’s favorite ac- tivity aboard the Eagle was one that most people only see in movies or read about in books. “Climbing up to the royals, the top of the sails, was the best,” he said. “I only went up once, but we had to stand on the ropes and throw over the sails. There were three masts with three sets of top sails and two sets of square sails.” Of course, just because sailing designs have been around for millennia, doesn’t mean they are sim- ple to operate. The crew of the Eagle must man- age more than six miles of standing and running rigging, and 22,300 square Photo courtesy of Gunnar Keenan feet of sail. “If you need Gunnar Keenan, aPentagon Division Sea Cadet, to turn the ship, you have shows off his quarters during his voyage aboard them helm, but if the wind USCGC Eagle. shifts, you need to turn the sails,” said Keenan. “You’re aboard the Eagle enjoyed Station, Times Squares, hauling the yardarms and fine weather during most the Empire State Building- turningthe yardarms and of the voyage, though they though Ididn’t go up to the the sail-it was pretty diffi- encountered some heavy top because it cost $20 and cult.” downpours and thick fog Ialready spent my money- The work was not only off the Canadian coast. aphysical challenge, but a and Central Park.” “You have to blast the fog- When the Eagle fi- mental one as well. “It was horn every five seconds, hard work, but you also had nally ended its voyage in for two minutes,” said to know something like 200 Bourne, Keenan had anew Keenan. “The crew had fog linesgoing down theship,” perspective to consider for acouple of days straight said Keenan. “If you looked as he decides on his next coming to St. John’s, so I down the pin rail, you’ll see chapter in life. “I’ve been felt like we had it kind of aline of metal spokes to really gung ho for the Na- hold the lines.” good.” When the Eagle sailed val Academy and Iwant to All of that learning oc- Know your ropes: this photo shows just some of the lines that control the be adiver, but recently I’ve curred alongside cadets in to New York Harbor, sails aboard USCGC Eagle, the only steel-hulled sailing vessel in U.S. mili- widened my search,” he from the Coast Guard Keenan took some rather tary service. The Eagle’s crew uses more than six miles of standing and said. “I’ve been looking at Academy and afew mid- running rigging, and 22,300 square feet of sail to maneuver the 295-foot outstanding photos of the shipmen from the U.S. Na- barque training cutter. Statue of Liberty at sunset the Coast Guard Academy val Academy. The environ- and continued his adven- and they’re making diving ment was fast-paced and on the challenge. “You you stand watch-but it is “We get aminor dose of ture ashore. “We walked arate. Ireally want to go to the learning curve steep, eat fast in the small gal- ashock to you whenyou that in the Sea Cadets.” around the city,” he said. one of the academies. It’s but Keenan said he thrived ley, the quarters are small, [first] get aboard,” he said. The cadets and crew “I went to Grand Central the lifestyle Iwant to live.” Congratulations Chief Petty Officer selectees!

Chief Petty Officer selectees assigned to commands at Naval Support Activ- ity South Potomac gathered for their first day of CPO 365 training Aug. 8atthe Dahlgren CPO Mess. The Sailors were welcomed by Capt. Mary Feinberg, right, commanding officer of NSASP, and Capt. Peter Galluch, left, commanding officer of the Aegis Training and Readiness Cen- ter; the selectees now begin several weeks of specialized training.

U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos Friday, August 8, 2014 The South Potomac Pilot 3 Univ of Mary Washington offers Professional Development Programs

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August 7 1782 –Badge of Military Merit (Purple Heart) established. 1942 –Navy Amphibious Task Force lands Marines on Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands in first U.S. land of- fensive of World War II. What’s happening 1964 –Gulf of Tonkin Resolution at the Dahlgren passed by Congress. August 8 1813 –U.S. Schooners Hamilton Museum? and Scourge founder in storm on Aug 16: Lake Ontario. Dahlgren 1959 –Announcement of Project Teepee, electronic system to moni- Museum will tor 95 percent of earth’s atmosphere hold Navy for missile launchings or nuclear ex- Chief Petty plosions. System developed by Wil- U.S. Navy photo Officers Day liam Thaler, Office of Naval Research 1942 –Navy Amphibious Task Force lands Marines on Guadalca- from noon physicist. nal, Solomon Islands in first U.S. land offensive of World War II. -4p.m. All 1972 –Women authorized for sea Adm. William Moffett. 1944 –Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., active duty duty as regular ship’s company. and retired 1944 –Guam secured by U.S. forc- USNR, the older brother of John F. Navy CPOs August 9 es. Kennedy, was killed with his co-pilot are invited to 1964 –Signing of Gulf of Tonkin in amid-air explosion after taking off 1815 –Capt. Stephen Decatur con- Resolution which is used as the start- from in aPB4Y from Special attend and meet this year’s NSF Dahlgren CPO cludes treaty for U.S. with Tripoli. ing point of the Vietnam Conflict. Attack Unit One (SAU-1). Following Selectees. The Selectees will also have lunch 1842 –Signing of Webster-Ash- manual takeoff, they were supposed for sale for all attendees. Please come and burton Treaty under which U.S. and August 11 to parachute out over the English share your experiences as aChief, and enjoy Great Britain agreed to cooperatein 1812 –USS Constitution captures Channel while the radio-controlled touring the museum. The public is invited to suppressing the slave trade. and destroys brig Lady Warren. explosive filled drone proceeded to attend as well. 1865 –Return of Naval Academy 1877 –Professor Asaph Hall of attack aGerman V-2 missile-launch- Sept 6: Dahlgren Museum Fine Arts Auc- to Annapolis after 4years at Newport, Naval Observatory discovers first of ing site. Possible causes include tion Fundraiser at UMW-Dahlgren Campus. Rhode Island. two satellites of Mars. He found the faulty wiring or FM signals from a Art preview is at 5p.m., auction begins at 6 1919 –Construction of rigid air- second one within aweek. nearby transmitter. p.m. Event will include heavy hors d’oeuvres, ship ZR-1 (Shenandoah) authorized. 1921 –Carrier arresting gear first 1957 –Infirst test of Automatic beverages and wine from Oak Crest Winery, 1941 –Atlantic Charter Conference tested at Hampton Roads. Carrier Landing System, Lt. Cmdr. door prizes and some amazing art and mem- is first meeting between President 1960 –USNS Longview, using Don Walker is landed on USS Antie- orabilia. Tickets are $15 until Aug. 15. Visit Roosevelt and Winston Churchill. Navy helicopters and frogmen, re- tam. www.dahlgrenmuseum.org to purchase your 1942 –Battle of Savo Island be- covers aDiscover satellite capsule 1958 –USS Nautilus (SSN-571) ar- tickets today! gins; First of many sea battles near after 17 orbits. This is first recovery rives in Portland, England complet- Nov15: Dahlgren Museum German Christ- Guadalcanal. of U.S. satellite from orbit. ing first submerged under ice cruise mas Market Fundraiser, 4-8p.m. at the mu- 1945 –Atomic bomb dropped on from Pacific to Atlantic Oceans. seum. Evening will include live music, crafts, Nagasaki, Japan. Navy weaponeer August 12 German food for sale, activities for children, a arms the atomic bomb. 1812 –USS Constitution captures August 13 Christkindl Queen pageant and lots of holiday 1949 –First use of pilot-ejection and destroys brig Adeona. 1777 –American explosive device fun. Crafters are still needed for this event. If seat for emergency escape in U.S. 1918 –SECNAV approves accep- made by David Bushnell explodes you have homemade crafts you’d like to sell made by Lt. Jack I. Fruin of VF-171 tance of women as yeoman (F) in U.S. near British vessel off New London, (only 15 crafters will be on site), email jeron. near Walterboro, South Carolina. Navy. . [email protected]. 1942 –USS Cleveland (CL-55) 1846 –Joint expedition led by Dahlgren Museum is open the first and August 10 demonstrates effectiveness of radio- Cmdr. Robert Stockton seizes Los third Saturdays of the month. For more infor- 1916 –First Naval aircraft produc- proximity fuze (VT-fuze) against Angeles, California. mation, visit www.dahlgrenmuseum.org. tion contract, for N-9s. aircraft by successfully destroying 3 1870 –Armed tug Palos becomes 1921 –General Order establishes drones with proximity bursts fired by first U.S. Navy ship to transit Suez the Bureau of Aeronautics under Rear her five inch guns. Canal. 4FThe South Potomac Pilot riday, August 8, 2014 Community Notes Base Happenings Dahlgren tory of Market Square. Tours begin and by OMB. Team “Handsome Dad” is end in Market Square, located behind dedicated to the fight against Alzheim- Dahlgren Town Hall, and run every Saturday un- er’s. As the number of people with Al- Meet the Generals til October 11, beginning at 10:00 a.m. zheimer’s continues to grow, so does Second Tour Thrift Store August 9-10 at Stratford Hall. Lee’s The cost for all tours is $5/adult, $2/ the need for services the Alzheimer’s Lieutenants, one of the pre-eminent child and $2/student. Participants will Association helps make possible. The Bag sale on Thursday, Aug. 7and Thursday, Aug. 14. War Between the States living history receive adiscounted entry fee into the Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the largest Come fillabag with lots of goodiesfor alow price! The groups in America, will be encamped Museum. Tours are FREE for Museum fundraising effort and helps to fund store will be closed from Aug. 21 through Sept. 11 and will at Stratford Hall. The public can meet, members. For additional information programs including caregiver support, re-open for regular hours on Sept. 18. Free uniforms (gently speak with, and ask questions of many please contact Hallowed Ground Tours education and research. For tickets, used) for active duty military members are available every of the heroic, and tragic, figures who at 540-809-3918, the Museum at 540- contact Linda at 301-643-8747 or Shei- day on the front porch. The store is located at 722 Sampson forged the time when American fought 371-3037 or visit us at www.famcc.org. la at 301-752-0633. Tickets must be Rd. and is open on Thursdays from 12:30 -3p.m. American, and brother met brother on purchased in advance! First Friday Range Tours the fields of strife. Those present will include Gen. Robert E. Lee, many of Indian Head Grandparents /55&Older Night Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division his senior officers, and staff. You may at Indian Head (NSWCDD) Range Operations Center (ROC) is pleased to also meet ladies of the South, who will CSM Offers First Year Seminar The Town of Indian Head will host announce arevamped First Friday Range Tour open to all share their experiences at home and for Veterans civilian employees, military and contractors at NSF Dahl- their services as nurses, spies, and the Grandparents /55&Older Night on gren (no guests, please). The tour will run on the first Fri- backbone of the Confederacy. The College of Southern Maryland Thursday, Aug. 14 from 7-9p.m. at day of each month from 8a.m. to 1p.m. The tour begins is offering apre-semester course spe- the Village Green Pavilion. Doors open at B.997 (Range Control) 2nd floor conference room with a King George Relay for Life cifically for veterans and taught by a at 6:3- p.m. Enjoy dinner on the town brief introduction and video. Please contact Beverly Reed veteran. The course, Making Connec- and entertainment from the Port To- at 653-7993 or [email protected] to sign up. Needs Volunteers tions: AFirst Year Seminar for Veterans bacco Pickers Bluegrass Band. Family Relay For Life of King George is (IDS-1010), led by CSM Business and members are also invited to attend. Birthday Ball Benefit Golf Tournament seeking volunteers for our all-new Technology Professor William Morton, August 27 at the Swan Point Yacht and Country Club. Event Leadership Team! With our new will meet Aug. 11 to 15 from 9a.m. to Town of Indian Head Back to Shotgun start at 9a.m.; range opens at 8a.m. Cost: $75.00/ team structure, we have many smaller 4:30 p.m. Designed to help newly sepa- School Night volunteer roles to fill. This is agreat rated or transitioning veterans prepare per person (includes green fees, prizes, snacks, and lunch). Town of Indian Head Kids Back to way to give back to your community, for the fall semester and adjust to the Format: 4member team, Captain’s Choice. All proceeds School Night and Back Pack Giveaways benefit the 2014 NSASP Navy Ball. To register, email mem- add to your resume, and gain experi- college experience, the course actively ence. If you are interested in making a will be held Thursday, August 21 at the [email protected] or [email protected]. engages students through group dis- Indian Head Village Green Pavilion HUGE impact on your community by cussions and presentations each class from 7-9p.m. Doors open at 6:45 Navy Birthday Ball Tickets now on sale volunteering as amember of our team, period. Students will learn skills such p.m. Free admission includes dinner or if you would like to learn more about Tickets are now available for the 2014 NSASP Navy Ball! as time management, research plan- and snacks. Door prizes include load- the opportunity, please contact Ashley Childcare provided at the Dahlgren CDC 653-4994. Dis- ning and critical thinking that will ben- ed back packs for Pre-K thru 8th Grade. Wilson at 804-527-3785 or by email at counted rooms available at the Hospitality House: $85/ efit them in future college classes. In Free and open to everyone. [email protected]. room (includes two free breakfast vouchers). The Navy Ball addition, student-veterans will devel- Port Tobacco River Conservancy’s Committee is also seeking volunteers to help support the op education plans and an e-portfolio Night on the River fundraiser ball. For more information, visit www.navyball.org. Full Moon Kayak Trips to archive their work. With successful August 8and 9from 7:30 p.m. to completion of the class, students will 2014 Kids’ Summer Shows Home-style favorites at Ashton’s Catering 9:30 p.m. at Caledon State Park. Enjoy earn three general education credits The Town of La Plata will host five Near Bld. 1705, open weekdays 6:30 a.m. to 2p.m. Full amoonlight paddle on the lower Po- in interdisciplinary studies/emerging summer shows for kids at Town Hall. breakfasts, sandwiches, wraps and wings with aspecial ev- tomac River with the chance to view issues. Veterans who are interested in The shows are geared towards pre- ery day. For carryout, call 540-940-9242. wildlife as they search for food along registering for fall classes and the First school and elementary age children our shore. *Space is limited to 14 pad- Year Seminar must meet with an advi- and are approximately 45 minutes dlers/trip. Ages 6and up, solo pad- sor and register by Aug. 8. Normal tu- long. The shows are free and open to dlers must be at least 18 if unaccompa- ition and fees will apply and qualifying Indian Head the public. Shows will be held out- nied or 16 if accompanied by an adult veterans can use their VA Education doors on the West lawn where the Fri- in another kayak. Cost: $19/solo $25/ Benefitsiftheychooseto, according ‘Treasures’ Thrift Store Needs Donations! to CSMVeteransAffairs Coordinator day night concerts take place (weather tandem kayak Reservations required. permitting -shows will not be moved “Treasures” is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1p.m. Robert Henry. For information, con- Make your reservation by calling 540- indoors). Attendees are encouraged to The store is located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. tact CSM Integrative Learning Center 663- 3861. bring blankets and lawn chairs for sit- Gently used items are currently being accepted. Director Michelle Simpson at MSimp- Bricks and Boards in the ‘Burg [email protected], or Advising at advi- ting. No concessions will be available, T&J Barbeque truck at IH and Stump Neck [email protected] or 301-934-7574. but you are welcome to bring drinks The Fredericksburg Area Museum & and snacks along. The next Kids’ Sum- Enjoy delicious T&J Barbeque at NSF Indian Head on Cultural Center and Hallowed Ground mer Show event is “Funny Magic Dude Wednesdays and Thursdays, from approximately11a.m. Tours present walking tours of historic Team “Handsome Dad” Walk to Brian Garner” on Aug. 19 at 10 a.m. to 1p.m., next to the library, and at the NSF Indian Head downtown Fredericksburg. Bricks and End Alzheimer’s Fundraiser Magic that is out of this world! Comedy Stump Neck Annex on Tuesday, from approximately 11 Boards in the ‘Burg will highlight four Team “Handsome Dad” is holding that will make everyone -children and a.m. to 1p.m., next to Building 2195. centuries of history and architecture, afundraiser at The Rivah Restaurant, adults -laugh out loud! An incredible To publish information on your event or program under the historic influenceofthe Rappah- in Cobb Island, MD on Saturday, Au- mix of dancing, laughter and hands- “Base Happenings,” contact Andrew Revelos at 540-653- annock River, the Spire and Steeples of gust 30, from 6p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets on magic. For more information and a 6012 or email [email protected] Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg’s are $30, which includes abuffet. There complete list of this year’s shows, visit Town Hall/Market House and the his- will be alive auction, 50/50 and music www.townoflaplata.org.

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Capt. MaryFeinberg Jeron Hayes Andrew Revelos Breton Helsel and Commanding Officer, Public Affairs Officer, Editor DeirdreParry NSASouth Potomac NSASouth Potomac Copy/layout editors Friday, August 8, 2014 The South Potomac Pilot 5 MWR Highlights Liberty Center 540-653-7277 Water Fun Day Movie August 15. Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1- E6 Single/ UnaccompaniedActiveDutyMilitary. Have awater filled, Theater fun day at Liberty! Cool off inside with amovie or game or enjoy the water activities outside. Special Event 3Doors Down Concert Trip 540-653-7336 540-653-7777 August 16. Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1- E6 Single/ Friday and Saturday: 7p.m. Showings Unaccompanied Active Duty Military. Freedom Live pres- MWR Community Yard Sale ents 3Doors Down and Blues Traveler at Pax River! We will Price of Shows August 9from 8a.m. to 1p.m. Whether you’re looking to provide transportation to and from the concert. Civilians -$5; AD, Retired, Reserve, Family Members sell some of the items you no longer need if you’re search- (E7 -above) $4; AD, Reserve, Family Members (E6 - ing for some barely used treasures, look no further! MWR will below) -$2.50; Child (6-11) -$2; Child (5 and under) host ayard sale. Stop by and check out the selection of items -Free; Tickets for amovie shown in 3-D are an addi- for salesorreserve atable to sellyour no longer useditems. tional $1 Reserve atable today for only $5! Spaces will be limited. Please call the MWR Admin Office at 540-653-7777 or stop in Friday, August 8th, 7p.m. the office, bldg. 205 between 8a.m. to 4p.m. to reserve atable. How to Train Your Dragon 2(3D)*, PG Saturday, August 9th, 2p.m. Cannonball Lanes Earth to Echo, PG 540-653-7327 Saturday, August 9th, 7p.m. Transformers: Age of Extinction (3D)*, PG-13

9-Pin Tournament Friday, August 15th, 1p.m. August 16 at 6p.m. This is asingles tournament. Bowl a Aquatics Center Diary of aWimpy Kid Dog Days -FREE!!, PG series (3 games), apin-fall of 9counts as astrike. Trophies will 301-744-4616 Friday, August 15th, 2:50 p.m. be awarded to the top three bowlers. Cost: $10.00 per person. Summer Pool Hours The Three Stooges -FREE!!, PG Now through Labor Day Friday, August 15th, 4:30 p.m. Lap Swim (Monday -Friday) 11 a.m. to 1p.m. Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer -FREE Craftech Open Swim (all week) 1p.m. to 7p.m. Friday, August 15th, 7p.m. 540-653-1730 Transformers: Age of Extinction, PG-13 Saturday, August 16th, 7p.m. Framing and Matting Class at Craftech Child &Youth Programs Planes: Fire and Rescue, PG August 13 -20from 4:30 p.m. to 7p.m. In this two-day, Hourly Care evening workshop, learn how to mat and frame apiece of Care is available on aday to day basis and requires ad- Summer Reading End Party artwork. No larger than 16x20, no oils or cross-stitch. Maxi- vance reservations. Open spaces for hourly care depend on August 11 at 1p.m. at the Mix House. You’ve been read- mum class size is four. Cost $35.00 plus materials. For more the number of full-time enrolled children. All children 6 information, please contact Craftech at 540-653-1730. ing all summer, now it’s time to celebrate! Come check out weeks to 12 years of age can use this program. Hourly care the safari animals that will be in attendance and learn inter- reservations as well as payments for care can be made online esting facts about each animal! at https://myffr.navyaims.com/ndwcyms.html. For more in- Fitness Center formation, please contact the Child Development Center at 540-653-8580 301-744-4458 or the Youth Center at 301-743-5456. Mommy &MeTea Party August 18 from 3:30 p.m. to 5p.m. at the Mix House. Moms Fall Intramural Sports SAC Registration and children, enjoy an afternoon of tea and crafts! Aspecial princess will be joining us to teach tea party manners! August 11-13 at 11:30 a.m. League and tournament play August 2014. The school age care program (SAC) is abe- begins in September! Join us now for an organizational fore and/or after care program, including bus transporta- meeting. Flag football meeting will be on August 11th. Soft- tion, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade. ball meeting will be on August 12th. Soccer meeting will be Registration packets can be picked up at the Youth Cen- on August 13th. ter. Cost is based on total family income. Registration dates are: August 11, In-program patrons, August 12, Military, Au- Pump-n-Run 1.5M gust 13, Civilians, August 14, Contractors. August 20 at 11 a.m. Join the Fitness Center for their an- nual Summer Pump-N-Run 1.5M event! The lowest time wins! Time is calculated by subtracting 30 seconds for Fitness Center each time acompetitor lifts apercentage of his or her body 301-744-4661 weight. Awards will be given for overall male and female finishers, most reps male and female and overall male and Beat the Heat 5k female active duty. Please register between now and August August 5at7a.m. Prizes will be awarded to 1st and 2nd 20th at the Fitness Center. place, male and female finishers. Walkers will start on the original route in reverse. Please register in advance or be- fore 7a.m. the morning of the 5k. Participantsmust be at General Library least 10 years of age with parental signature if under 18 540-653-7474 years of age. Cost: Free for Military, all others, $5. Paws for Reading Sprint Triathlon August 12 from 3:45 a.m. to 5p.m. Sign up for your 15 August 8at7a.m. Pre-race activities start at 7a.m., age minute appointment to read to and pet afurry friend. Please groups range from 18 to 60+ with prizes awarded after race register at the library in advance. completion. Please register by August 1st at the Weight End of Summer Reading Party House Fitness Center. Cost: Military, $15, all others, $25. August 14 from 6p.m. to 7:30p.m. at the Dahlgren Aquatics Center. The end of summer is near. Reward your- General Library 1042623A self for all of the great books you’ve read! Enjoy aprivate 301-744-4747 pool party and an evening of food and good fun! Please reg- ister at the library. One-on-One Computer Help 1st Monday of Every Month, by appointment only. Need Mommy &MeTea Party help with acertain computer program? Don’t know where August 16 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Enjoy amorning of to start? Sign up for a30minute, one-on-one session at the mother-child bonding time, over tea and crafts! Joining in library, to work on whatever you’d like. Please call on the the fun is aspecial princess who will be teaching tea party previous Friday to make an appointment for training on the manners! upcoming Monday. 6FThe South Potomac Pilot riday, August 8, 2014 PilotTHE SOUTH ClassifiedsPOTOMAC AUGUST 8, 2014 Serving Our Militaryand Civilian Personnel Southern Maryland/Dahlgren 1-888-406-7663 •1-800-843-3357 •website: http://www.somdnews.com Publication Day: Friday Placing An Ad Important Information LINER Ads - All copy ads containing no special type or artwork. Ads are billed by the line with a4-line minimum. The Publisher reserves the right to censor,reclassify,revise, edit or reject any classified advertisement not meeting the standards of acceptance of SouthernMaryland Newspapers. All BUSINESS HOURS: MON. thru FRI. 8:15AM -5:15PM SEMI-DISPLAYAds - ads accepted are subject to credit approval. Ads that are typeset in a1or2column format. These ads may contain limited special type, logos or limited special borders. 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This ad is apublic service of this newspaper. Friday, August 8, 2014 The South Potomac Pilot 7 Big Gun and Rocket of the Week

The Naval Support Activity South Potomac Big Gun of the Week and Rocket of the Week awards recognize out- standing employees at Naval Support Facilities Dahlgren and Indian Head, respectively, for the hard work and dedi- cation they display on a daily basis. Congratula- tions to this week’s re- cipients!

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Area militaryfamilies areinvited to join the DCMilitaryFamily Life staffinhonoring our World WarIIveterans on Saturday, September 13. Thereare 2separate groups arriving into Reagan National Airport on September 13, and thereare several ways you can participate throughout the day: Group 1: •Welcome 90 veterans at the US Airways, Terminal Aat10:02am to salute and cheer their arrival. •Salute these veterans as they visit the World WarIIMemorial on the National Mall from 2:30pm –3:45pm. •Atthe end of the day,you can help bid farewell after their full day of touring as they returntoReagan National Airport at 6:30pm. Group 2: •Welcome 25 veterans at the AirTran Airways, Terminal Cat11:05am to salute and cheer their arrival. •Salute these veterans as they visit the World WarIIMemorial on the National Mall from 12:30pm –1:30pm. •Atthe end of the day,you can help bid farewell after their full day of touring as they returntoReagan National Airport at 6:30pm. Look for aspecial pullout banner in the August 15th issue of DCMilitaryFamily Life, or visit DCMilitary.com/honorflight to download aspecial welcome banner to customize and hold as you greet our veterans. Our photographers will be on hand to snap aphoto of your family with your personal banner for futurepublication. Help DC MilitaryFamily Life and Comprint honor our veterans and meet other militaryfamilies while you arevolunteering. It will be the perfect way to spend aSaturday in D.C.

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

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