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Gabrielle Freeman and her sister Kemah trick or treat in Midway Commons on Saturday night. Several activities and related events were held across the post during the week. For more, see Pages 10-11.

PHOTO BY NOAH SCIALOM

FLU FACTS UPCOMING EVENTSTAKING CARE OF THE TEAM Tips on tackling Today, 5-8 p.m.: Brass Lounge grand opening - Club Meade New policy helps Tuesday, 2 p.m.: Veterans Day ceremony - Fort Meade Museum latest flu season Nov. 17, 3 p.m.: Army-Navy Flag Football game & tailgate- Mullins Field garrison supervisors PAGE 6 Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Veterans Job Fair - Club Meade PAGE 4 2 NEWS THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015|SOUNDOFF!

COMMANDER’S COLUMN !"#&$"%%!´ Connecting through caring EDITORIAL STAFF During Military Family Appre- ties for Single Service Members or Garrison Commander ciation Week, I would like to take fitness classes offered at Gaffney Col. Brian P. Foley this opportunity to highlight what Fitness Center, you will find it all is happening in Fort Meade’s there. Garrison Command Directorate of Family and Morale, Thanks to the garrison Public Sgt. Maj. Rodwell L. Forbes Welfare and Recreation. Affairs Office and our Family and Public Affairs Officer For those of you who don’t MWR marketing team led by Chad T. Jones 301-677-1301 know me, I have the privilege of Martha L. Candace Godfrey, the public is [email protected] being the director of Family and McClary kept informed of upcoming pro- Editor MWR. grams and events through a variety FORT MEADE Dijon Rolle 301-677-6806 Iwork in one of the greatest of means. FAMILY AND [email protected] organizations on post, with a MWR DIRECTOR Information is accessible 24 Assistant Editor & Senior Writer wonderful group of talented, car- hours a day via our Family and Rona S. Hirsch 301-677-1438 ing, dedicated staff, volunteers and MWR website, Facebook page, [email protected] contractors. electronic signs, monthly bulletins www.ftmeade.army.mil Within the directorate, which is the (located inside Soundoff!), banners and Staff Writer or ftmeadesoundoff.com largest in the garrison, we have five diverse fliers. You also can keep up-to-date with Lisa R. Rhodes 301-677-1432 divisions employing more than 500 em- Family and MWR events by signing up for [email protected] Like Fort Meade on Facebook ployees. our weekly highlights at trumpia.com/ Staff Writer at facebook.com/ftmeade The divisions include: Army Community onlineSignup/ftmeademwr/newsletter. Alan H. Feiler 301-677-5159 Service; Business Operations; Child, Youth We invite all community members to [email protected] Follow Fort Meade on Twitter and School Services; Community Recre- participate in the events happening this at twitter.com/ftmeademd Design Coordinator ation; and Non-Appropriated Fund Support week and our upcoming events such as the Timothy Davis 301-677-1431 View the Flickr photostream Services. opening of the Brass Station Lounge for [email protected] at flickr.com/photos/ftmeade Family and MWR is a network of support dinner every Thursday through Saturday and leisure services designed to serve the starting this week from 5-8 p.m.; the Supplemental photography provided Get text alerts from Fort Meade by texting “Follow FtMeadeAlert” to 40404 needs, interests and responsibilities of each Army-Navy Flag Football tailgate at 3 p.m. by The Baltimore Sun Media Group individual in the community, as well as and game at 4 p.m. on Nov. 17 at Mullins And view the Fort Meade Live Blog enhance the quality of their lives. Field; and the Veterans Job Fair on Nov. 18 DEADLINES at ftmeade.armylive.dodlive.mil From family, child and youth programs to from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Club Meade. recreation, sports, entertainment, and travel If you are looking for employment Community notices ADVERTISING and leisure activities, Family and MWR opportunities and would like to join our Friday, noon employees worldwide strive to deliver the Family and MWR team, call NAF Human [email protected] General Inquiries 410-332-6300 highest quality programs and services at Resources at 301-677-6660. Community [email protected] each installation. members also can search for job openings at Death Notices: 410-332-6781 Family and MWR helps to ensure military usajobs.gov or speak with any of our [email protected] readiness by caring for the people who serve managers. We are planning additional hiring and stand ready to defend the nation. events in the near future. 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Guaranteed circulation: 11,285 SOUNDOFF!|THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015 NEWS 3 ‘A blessing beyond measure’

Retired Master Sgt. Cedric King speaks about adversity, success

By Lisa R. Rhodes Staff Writer

Although retired Master Sgt. Cedric King lost both of his legs after stepping on an improvised explosive device in Afghani- stan three years ago, he called the tragedy “a blessing — a blessing beyond measure.” King shared how he has learned to turn adversity into triumph as guest speaker for the garrison’s observance of National Disa- bility Employment Month on Oct. 28. The 50-minute event, held at Club Meade, was sponsored by the Fort Meade Equal Employment Office. “I thought he gave really powerful remarks that were relatable to everyday life,” said Capt. Michelle Hines, company commander, headquarters garrison. “Ev- eryone can apply these challenges to their Retired Master Sgt. Cedric King de- own lives. I really appreciate it. He was scribes how he lost his legs to an im- really genuine.” provised explosive device while de- In brief remarks, Garrison Commander ployed in Afghanistan three years ago. Col. Brian P. Foley said that as a society, King went on to race in the Boston people must “judge each person by their Marathon and the half-Ironman, wear- ability, not their disability. ing prosthetic legs. “King is the living persona of why we should do this. ... [He] is one of the most But King said he was not defeated. After resilient Soldiers to ever serve in our Army.” some soul searching, he began to look Seated before an audience of 100 service forward. members and civilians, King informally “It takes time to understand that the bad shared how, during his third tour in is actually a friend that is coming to aid us in Afghanistan as a platoon sergeant on July this journey,” he said. 25, 2012, he stepped on an IED while King said that the adversities in life — the patrolling a village to gather evidence missed promotion, the difficult marriage, against a terrorist group. the negative medical prognosis — can all be Eight days later, King awoke from a coma astepping stone to personal growth and at Walter Reed National Military Medical success in life. PHOTOS BY PHIL GROUT Center. His wife and mother were at his “We have to become masters at turning Retired Master Sgt. Cedric King (left) greets childhood friend Charlie Fields, a side. things that look like the worst and turning computer specialist at the Defense Information Systems Agency, at the garri- It was then that King learned that both of them into something that is beautiful,” he son’s observance of National Disability Employment Month on Oct. 28 at Club his legs were amputated — one above the said. Meade. A double amputee, King gave a motivational speech on overcoming ob- knee, one below — and his right arm had to King said that, in time, he learned to stacles. be surgically repaired. King said he suffered come to terms with his life circumstances. internal injuries as well. “In spite of it seeming life wasn’t fair, it audience to follow their bliss. audience and posed for photographs. “It was the absolute worse news in my was totally fair,” he said. “It was more than “Find something you love in life and stop “It was absolutely profound. It hit me in entire life,” he said. “I could not come to fair. ... As bad as it looks, it actually was a loving the money that you earn,” he said. the heart,” said Sgt. 1st Class Tommy grips with what [my wife] was telling me. It turn for the best.” “That’s what this injury taught me — stop Robinson of the 780th Military Intelligence was just too much.” King said he later went on to achieve two loving the rewards. ... Brigade of King’s speech. Aformer Army Ranger, King said he personal goals. “Life gives you this thing called love and Robinson said King reminded the audi- immediately thought of all the things he In April 2014, he became the first it’s the most beautiful thing — something ence of what is important in life. thought he could no longer do because of bilateral amputee to complete the Boston and someone to love.” “It’s not about the goal,” Robinson said. the loss of his legs. He also thought of the Marathon. A few months later, he com- After the presentation, Foley presented “It’s about the journey.” injustice of his situation. peted in the half-Ironman in Augusta, Ga., a King with plaques of appreciation from Editor’s Note: For more information about “I did all the right things,” said King, 37. triathlon race that includes a 1.2-mile swim, both the garrison and U.S. Army In- Fort Meade’s Equal Employment Office, “Why am I laying here? It’s not fair. It’s just 56-mile bike ride and 13.1 run. stallation Management Command. contact Jose Flores, Fort Meade’s disability not fair.” In his closing, King encouraged the King then chatted with members of the program manager, at 301- 677-3660. 4 NEWS THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015|SOUNDOFF! New time policy supports garrison supervisors

By Lisa R. Rhodes on time or not submitted at all — and Staff Writer supervisors taking an excessive amount of time to make a selection when filling a The garrison has instituted a new vacancy.” administrative time policy for garrison Dan Spicer, director of the Directorate supervisors. of Public Works, said he — as well as his “Supervisor’s Time,” implemented division chiefs — have taken advantage of Sept. 25 by Garrison Commander Col. the policy. Brian P. Foley, allows Department of the “Having a dedicated block of time has Army civilian employees who are su- allowed us to focus on clearing a backlog pervisors and managers to set aside of personnel and administrative actions,” Friday afternoons from1to 5 p.m. to work Spicer said. “Administrative matters on administrative tasks. were usually done at the last minute, or The policy is in effect unless or until it off the clock during nonworking hours.” is rescinded by the next garrison com- Spicer said the policy should be helpful mander. to supervisors as long as the policy Deputy Garrison Commander John dictates that certain hours should be used Moeller, who supervises the garrison’s for administrative tasks. supervisors, came up with the idea for “It is refreshing to have garrison the policy and suggested it to Foley. leadership acknowledge the need to “It’s a time we set aside for supervisors block off time so supervisors can take to perform duties directly related to their care of administrative matters to support supervisory responsibilities,” Moeller our staffs,” he said. said. “We try not to schedule any other Moeller said that a supervisor’s role is meetings or activities so that supervisors very demanding and time-consuming. have the entire afternoon to perform “You have your assigned mission to supervisory tasks such as counseling accomplish, but you also have to take care their employees, preparing support PHOTO BY LISA R. RHODES of your employees,” he said. “Employees forms and annual appraisals, writing Deputy Garrison Commander John Moeller talks to Wendy Messick, director of need to be counseled, appraisals need to award recommendations, preparing hir- the Directorate of Human Resources, about career development opportunities in be turned in on time and deserving ing actions, conducting interviews, etc.” his office on Oct.27. Moeller helped to implement “Supervisor’s Time,” a new employees need to be recognized. Moeller is responsible for preparing garrison policy that allows supervisors to devote Friday afternoons to handling “If an employee leaves their job and support forms and annual appraisals for administrative matters. doesn’t receive an award, it shouldn’t be garrison directors, conducting hiring because the supervisor couldn’t find the panels for all director positions, and directors, which includes “helping to find the time during the week,” time to write the award recommenda- providing recommendations for selec- [them] to reach their career goals.” Moeller said. “My concern was that some tion. What we’re trying to accomplish tions to the commander. There are 15 garrison directors and of these supervisory tasks were not being with this new policy is to ensure Moeller said his most important role, about 30 division chiefs at Fort Meade. done on time — as evidenced by apprais- supervisors are being given the time they however, is to serve as a mentor to “Before the policy, supervisors just had als being late, awards not being submitted need to properly supervise.”

The truth about the ‘10/10 Rule’ for divorce COMMUNITY CRIME WATCH Fort Meade Directorate of By Tanesha Matthews Petty Former Spouse Protection Act, Title 10, specific requirements are met. Emergency Services Attorney Advisor, Legal Assistance Division United States Code, Section 1408. More specifically, if the parties were Passed by Congress in 1981, USFSPA married for at least 10 years and during Oct. 28, Shoplifting: Loss prevention Widespread misconception surrounds permits state courts to treat military that time the service member performed personnel at the Exchange reported that what is informally referred to as the “10/10 retirement pay as marital property that 10 years of creditable military service, a the subject concealed two items from the Rule” concerning divorce. can be divided between the spouses state court could (but is not required to) office supply section and exited the store Many clients whom I advise — civilian during a divorce proceeding, no matter award the nonmilitary spouse a portion of without rendering payment. spouses and service members alike — the length of marriage or the period of the service member’s retirement pay. believe that upon divorce, the nonmilitary military service. In addition, the former spouse could spouse is automatically entitled to 50 Thus, a spouse could ask the state court receive payments directly from DFAS percent of the service member’s retire- judge for a portion of the service mem- instead of having to go through the retired For week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1 ment pay if the parties have been married ber’s military retirement pay, even if the service member for payments. 10 years or more. couple had only been married for a few State courts will look to state law to Moving violations: 29 This is simply not true. No federal law months. determine how to divide retirement pay Nonmoving violations: 0 automatically entitles a former spouse to a The confusion centers around the and other property between the parties. Verbal warnings for traffic stops: 54 portion of a service member’s military provision of the USFSPA, which further For personalized advice and assistance, Traffic accidents: 7 retirement pay. allows Defense Finance and Accounting call the Fort Meade Legal Assistance Driving on suspended license: 0 The confusion stems from language Service to make direct payments of Office to schedule an appointment with an Driving on suspended registration: 0 contained in the Uniformed Services retirement pay to former spouses if attorney at 301-677-9504 or 301-677-9536. Driving without a license: 1 6 NEWS THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015|SOUNDOFF! Influenza: Just the facts

Approved October 13, 2015 Kimbrough Preventive Medicine What should I do if I am infected with the influenza virus? ATTENTION MILITARY-CONNECTED MOTHERS Flu season is here. Kimbrough Preven- Get plenty of rest, drink lots of fluids, WITH CHILDREN BIRTH TO AGE 5YEARS tive Medicine offers the following facts on and avoid alcohol and tobacco. influenza and guidance on how to protect Support your body’s fight against the We are inviting mothers to participate in aresearch study yourself and others from falling ill. virus. Over-the-counter medications may exploring challenges for Military Parents of Young Children What is seasonal influenza disease? help relieve symptoms, but they do not during Deployment Influenza, more commonly known as speed up recovery. It is important to follow WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness the manufacturer’s instructions. • Mothers with children birth to age of 5years, withchild’s father or legal guardian in the military. caused by the influenza virus. In the U.S., If you are basically healthy and aren’t WHAT WILL BE INVOLVED? influenza results in more than 25 million pregnant, there is little a prescription • Parenting ayoungchild while your spouseorpartnerisdeployed can be achallenge. We want to learn more about your reported cases, over 150,000 hospitali- medicine can do to help you recover faster. experience when your military sponsor is away. zations due to serious complications and Protect others by covering your mouth • Participants will be interviewed about your experienceraising ayoung child whileyour militarysponsor is or was over 30,000 deaths annually. with the inside of your elbow when you deployed. The interview will lastapproximately 60 minutes. Vaccination remains the primary meth- cough or sneeze, wash your hands fre- COMPENSATION: od for preventing influenza and its compli- quently, and stay home if you are feeling ill. • You will receive agift card. cations. Who is at high risk for developing BENEFIT: This is aminimal risk research study. You will help us better understand the challenges of parenting young Influenza is caused by influenza types A flu-related complications? children with amilitary sponsor before, during or afterdeployment. or B viruses. Influenza viruses are easily Children younger than 5 but especially CONTACT: Dr. Deborah Gross or Dr. Jennifer Trautmann at 443-287-8739 or [email protected] if any questions spread by airborne respiratory droplets younger than 2, adults 65 years and older, or interested in joining the research study. from person to person, often by sneezing pregnant women and individuals with Principal Investigator: Deborah Gross, DNSc, RN, FAAN. Protocol #IRB00080995 or coughing. various chronic medical conditions are at Symptoms of infection include fever, greatest risk for hospitalization and pos- muscle aches, headache, malaise (a general sibly death related to infection. feeling of sickness), nonproductive cough, Afull list of high-risk conditions can be UNCLE SAM WANTS YOU… sore throat and runny nose. found at: www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/ The flu causes mild illness in most high_risk.htm. people, the majority of whom will not need Why do I need to be immunized medical care or antiviral drugs, and usually against influenza every year? recover in less than two weeks. Some Circulating influenza virus strains people, however, can suffer flu complica- change from year to year. Protection that tions that result in hospitalization. Some- develops after a person is infected or times, influenza infection results in death. immunized against the circulating viruses Pneumonia, bronchitis, sinus infections of one season does not provide adequate and ear infections are examples of severe, cross-protection when a new influenza flu-related complications. The flu also can strain develops. make chronic health problems worse. For As of now, the 2015-2016 blend closely example, people with asthma may experi- matches circulating virus strains. ence more frequent asthma attacks while What is the best way to protect they have the flu. myself and my family from getting The flu may also worsen congestive influenza if we are not vaccinated? heart failure in people with this condition. Vaccination is your best protection How soon will I get sick after against influenza infection. exposure to the influenza virus? If you are unable to receive the vaccine, Most adults can start infecting others avoid close contact with people sick with beginning one day before symptoms devel- the flu. Wash your hands often with soap IN BEAUTY SCHOOL! op and up to five to seven days after and water. If that is unavailable, use becoming sick. Children may pass the virus alcohol-based hand sanitizer. for longer than seven days. To prevent the spread of germs, avoid Just minutes from Fort Meade Symptoms start one to four days after touching your eyes, nose or mouth, and the virus enters the body. That means that cover your mouth and nose with a tissue • GI Bill approved •Knowledgeable,experienced teaching staff you may be able to pass on the flu to when coughing or sneezing. someone else before you know you are When should I get vaccinated? • Military Spouse MYCAA grant approved •Advanced Salon Training (Prosper U) sick, as well as while you are sick. It is recommended that people get •Title IV financial aid also available •3day schedule or evening classes Some people can be infected with the flu vaccinated against influenza as soon as virus but have no symptoms. However, vaccine becomes available in your commu- •7Minutes from Fort Meade they may still spread the virus to others. nity. How does influenza spread? Upcoming dates for Fort Meade DoD Contact us todayat301-490-8580 Influenza spreads from person to per- civilian employees and eligible TRICARE or [email protected] son through airborne respiratory droplets beneficiaries who are not enrolled with released when a person coughs, sneezes or Johns Hopkins or contractors are today 301-490-8580 breathes. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 3535 Fort Meade Road People may also become infected by McGill Training Center. touching something contaminated with Editor’s note: For more information, call BEAUTY ACADEMY Laurel, MD 20724 www.aspenlaurel.com the virus and then touching their mouth, Kimbrough Preventive Medicine at 301-677- of laurel nose or eyes. 8661or 301-677-8435. 8 NEWS THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015|SOUNDOFF! A Moment in Time ... When Fort Meade went all Hollywood

By Alan H. Feiler the film bears the “Brave Rifles” insignia of the 3rd Staff Writer Armored Cavalry Regiment. Based on a 1940 short story by science-fiction writer “Gort! Klaatu barada nikto!” Harry Bates titled “Farewell to the Master,” “The Day The That immortal phrase from “The Day The Earth Stood Earth Stood Still” tells the story of Klaatu, an alien who Still,” which presumably prevented a global calamity, was travels 250 million miles and lands his spaceship smack likely never uttered at Fort Meade. But the installation did dab in the middle of the National Mall in D.C. enjoy a starring role in that classic 1951 science-fiction His mission is to alert the nations of the world that they thriller, which starred Michael Rennie, Patricia Neal and must learn to co-exist or the Earth will be obliterated by Sam Jaffe. his unidentified neighboring planet as a danger to the The late Academy Award-winning actress Patricia While the movie was filmed largely on sound stages at universe. That Utopian message resonated with movie- Neal, who portrayed widow Helen Benson in “The 20th Century Fox in Century City, Calif., and in downtown going audiences living at the outset of the Cold War. Day The Earth Stood Still,” poses with Fort Meade Washington, D.C., some scenes depicting the rapid Along for the ride with the likable humanoid visitor is Soldiers during the making of the classic 1951 film. mobilization of Soldiers and military equipment were Gort, a menacing, 8-foot-tall metal robot reportedly filmed on post. capable of unlimited destruction, including liquidating the by watching them. With this film, we were in a Cold War The entire filming took place from April 3 to May 23, Earth at a mere command from Klaatu. facing an enemy [the former Soviet Union] we didn’t 1951. The 92-minute movie was released that fall. Critically acclaimed and a box-office smash, the understand. We didn’t even really know the capacity of the Troopers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment — black-and-white movie was chosen for preservation in enemy at that point.” then posted to Fort Meade, now stationed at Fort Hood, 1995 by the U.S. National Film Registry and deemed Taylor believes the Fort Meade scenes in the movie Texas — served as extras. The unit also supplied “culturally, historically and aesthetically significant.” Nine were filmed near the post’s Remount Station where horses equipment and vehicles for segments of the film, which years later, it was hailed by The New York Times as among were kept, off O’Brien Road, and does not exist anymore. was directed by Robert Wise. Wise, who died in 2005, later “The Best 1,000 Movies Ever Made.” She said Fort Meade was most likely chosen over other directed “West Side Story” and “The Sound of Music.” In 2008, “The Day The Earth Stood Still” was named military installations due to its proximity to D.C., and In a DVD commentary track, Wise indicated that the the fifth best science-fiction film of all time by the because armored vehicles were based on post. U.S. Department of War initially refused to participate in American Film Institute. “All of the scenes with equipment and guys in uniform the production after reviewing the script. Nonetheless, the Barbara Taylor, the Fort Meade Museum’s exhibits were from here,” Taylor said. “Most of them were active military equipment depicted in the film reportedly came specialist, is a huge fan of the movie. She and her husband, duty, and it was a nice benefit that they got to be in the from Fort Meade and the Virginia Army National Guard. Forrest Taylor, own two different DVD versions of “The movie.” Fort Myer in Arlington County, Va., is referenced in the Day The Earth Stood Still.” Taylor noted that the only other movie she knows of film as the primary military base of operations to counter “I love sci-fi B-movies,” she said. “They’re a time being filmed at Fort Meade was “War and Remembrance,” an alien invasion. Meanwhile, one of the Chaffee tanks in capsule. You can put your finger on a nation and its era just the 1988-89 TV miniseries and sequel to “The Winds of War.” Both “The Winds of War” and “War and Remembrance” were based on World War II-era historical novels by Herman Wouk. The scenes for “War and Remembrance” — which starred Robert Mitchum, Jane Seymour, Hart Bochner and Victoria Tennant — took place on a one-day shoot on Aug. 18, 1987, at Tipton Army Airfield, now known as Tipton Airport. Located off Route 32, Tipton is a small public airport operated by the Tipton Airport Authority. According to a Soundoff! article published Aug. 27, 1987, approximately 100 spectators from Fort Meade stood behind yellow police tape in 90-degree heat just to catch a glimpse of Mitchum, Tennant and Bochner. Shortly before the filming at Tipton, production took place at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. The article reported that Tipton — Hanger 84, to be precise — was chosen for filming because of its resemblance to Andrews Air Force Base circa 1942. In addition to Fort Meade, filming for “War and Remembrance” took place at locations in the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Switzerland, West Germany, Poland, Austria, Yugoslavia, Canada and Hawaii. Among the extras in the Fort Meade scenes were PHOTOS COURTESY FORT MEADE MUSEUM Soldiers from the U.S. Army Reserve in Georgia, who were Soldiers and equipment from Fort Meade were featured in certain key scenes of the sci-fi thriller “The on post for their annual training exercises with the Day The Earth Stood Still.” now-deactivated 11th Special Forces Group (Airborne). 10 COVER STORY THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015|SOUNDOFF! SOUNDOFF!|THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015 COVER STORY 11 A Wickedly Fun Time Costumed cuties, candy and creative décor took center stage last week in a variety of Halloween and related activities on post. For two hours on Halloween night, children dressed in frightening and fun costumes and went trick-or-treating with their parents and friends. The Hallelujah Festival, a religious alterna- tive to Halloween, was held Saturday night at the Pavilion. The two-hour event, sponsored PHOTO BY NOAH SCIALOM by the Religious Support Office, featured Four-year-old Jayden Rodriguez plays a game with his father Staff Sgt. Victor Rodri- games, crafts and refreshments. No monster, guez and mother Anita at the Hallelujah Festival, an alternative to Halloween spon- witch, ghost or scary costumes were allowed. sored by the Religious Support Office. On Oct. 29, residents enjoyed refresh- ments, filled treat bags and took home a holiday craft at the Fallapalooza, a Halloween open house sponsored by Corvias Military Housing at its neighborhood centers. Residents also expressed their spooky side by decorating their yards with just the right amount of spider webs and tombstones. Six homes won first place for their respective neighborhoods in Corvias’ Halloween deco- rating contest judged Oct. 26. The Heritage Park home of Navy Petty Officer 2 Austin Jennings and his wife, Keli, PHOTO BY NOAH SCIALOM took honors as overall winner. Dressed in his shark costume, Christo- For more photos of all the events, pher Flores takes candy during a game including the winning houses in the decora- with his parents Michael and Nancy tions contest, go to flickr.com/ftmeade/ Flores at the annual Hallelujah Festival PHOTO BY PHIL GROUT photos. held Saturday night at the Pavilion. Children pack treats at Potomac Place Community Center during Fallapalooza, a Halloween open house for post residents sponsored Oct. 29 by Corvias Military Housing at its neighborhood centers.

PHOTO BY NOAH SCIALOM PHOTO BY NOAH SCIALOM PHOTO BY PHIL GROUT Navy Petty Officer 2 Austin Jennings of Heritage Park puts the finishing touches on PHOTO BY NOAH SCIALOM Eight-year-old Luke Buckley floats through Heritage Park to trick or treat Halloween Three-year-old Vivianne Locher of Potomac Place gets ready to fill her treat bag his home’s Halloween decorations on Saturday. The Heritage Park home was the Irene Buckley (left) dresses as a giraffe with Jessica, Robert and Blaise Metcalf at night. during Fallapalooza. Residents also were given a holiday craft. overall winner in Corvias Military Housing’s Halloween decorating contest. the Hallelujah Festival. 12 COMMUNITY THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015|SOUNDOFF!

SPORTS SHORTS NEWS & NOTES ceremony. Community members are welcome to attend. Free cosmic bowling, hot dogs veteran communities. The deadline for Soundoff! community Suggested donation ranges from $10 “News and Notes” is Friday at noon. All New Family and MWR website All military families are invited to free to $20 per session. submissions are posted at the editor’s The Fort Meade Directorate of Family cosmic bowling Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 For more information, call 410-451- discretion and may be edited for space and and Morale, Welfare and Recreation has a p.m. at the Lanes. 1625 or go to www.croftonyoga.com. grammar. Look for additional community new website: meade.armymwr.com. The free event is open to all active- events on the Fort Meade website at duty service members, military retirees Volunteer coaches needed ftmeade.army.mil and the Fort Meade and their family. Unlimited free bowling NCO Induction Ceremony Volunteer youth coaches are needed Facebook page at facebook.com/ftmeade. and shoe rental are available with valid Headquarters Command Battalion will for the winter season sports of basket- military I.D. host a garrison NCO Induction Ceremony ball, wrestling and futsal. Patrons also can enjoy one free hot on Nov. 17 at 10 a.m. at McGill Training All volunteers will receive free training NEWS & EVENTS dog per person while supplies last. Center. and will be certified through the National For more information, call 301-677- The event is open to all military and Yo uth Sports Coaches Association. 5541. New way to submit civilian community members and will All volunteers must complete a back- announcements feature a guest speaker and military ground check. display. To apply, go to the Yo uth Sports and Community members can advertise Army personnel who would like to have Fitness Office, 1900 Reece Road. their upcoming event, meeting or class on their Soldiers inducted during the cere- For more information, call 301-677- the Soundoff! community announce- mony should submit the Soldier’s name 1179/1329. ments page by visiting ftmeade.army.mil and clicking on the Press Center tab. and information by Nov. 10 to Staff Sgt. Basketball coaches meeting Once you are in the Fort Meade Press Lynell Whitted at lynell.k.whit- Center, click on PA services, story or pro- [email protected]. A coaches meeting for the Fort Meade motion request and electronic inquiry For more information, call 301-677- Basketball League will be held Tuesday at form. 5153. 1 p.m. at Murphy Field House. Inquiry forms should be submitted at A representative must be present to least two weeks before the date of the Free professional attire submit a team’s roster. All active-duty event, meeting or class. The Soldier for Life Transition Assist- service members are eligible to partici- ance Program and the Suiting Warrior Post Army-Navy game pate in the league. Foundation will provide transitioning Play is from the end of January The Fort Meade Army-Navy Flag Foot- active-duty Soldiers with professional through mid-March. ball Game will be played Nov. 17 at 4 p.m. attire needed to enter the civilian work- For more information, call 301-677- at Mullins Field. force on Nov. 20 at McGill Training Center. 3318 or email The free event is open to all. The SWF provides free professional [email protected]. A free tailgate party at 3 p.m. will business attire, including concierge treat- feature food, entertainment and a door Line dance classes ment, to honorably discharged or soon to prize. be honorably discharged women and men For more information, call 301-677- Gaffney Fitness Center offers line who are transitioning service members. dance classes on Mondays, Wednesdays 3318. Soldiers must preregister online at and Fridays from 1-2 p.m. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/suiting- Yoga for service members, vets This class will teach line dancing for warriors-suit-gifting-event-for-veteran- beginners using a variety of music and registration-18691861862 and provide- Crofton Yo ga is offering yoga classes simple choreography. discharge papers or military ID. for military veterans, service members Cost is $5. Veterans Day ceremony Service members will receive an ap- and their families at 2411 Crofton Lane, Classes are open to all authorized Fort Meade’s annual Veterans Day pointment time when they register. Suite 11, Crofton. users ages 18 and older. For more in- ceremony will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at For more information, call 301-677- Sessions will be offered from 11:30 a.m. formation, call 310-677-2349. the Fort Meade Museum Plaza. 9871. to 12:45 p.m. on the following Saturdays: The guest speaker is Michael G. Knapp, Nov. 21, Dec. 19, Jan. 23, Feb. 27 and Sunday football chief of Historical Services at the Ameri- Tax Center needs volunteers March 19. The Lounge at the Lanes features can Battle Monuments Commission in The Fort Meade Office of the Staff The donations-based sessions led by football every Sunday on its big screens Virginia. Judge Advocate is seeking full-time and Pamela Stokes Eggleston, who is trained for the 1 and 4 p.m. games. part-time volunteers to work as tax pre- with the Pranakriya Yo ga School for the Enjoy food and beverage specials. Veterans Recognition Service parers or administrative personnel at the Healing Arts, will focus on the specific For more information, call 301-677- A Veterans Recognition Service will be Joint Installation Ta x Center from January needs and challenges of the military and 5541. held Sunday at 10 a.m. Sunday at the through April. Main Post Chapel, 4419 Llewellyn Ave. No tax experience is necessary. The service will be held before the All required training will be provided 10:30 a.m. Traditional Protestant Service. and conducted on Fort Meade from Jan. Jibber-less 5-8. Pershing memorial This is an opportunity to support the Jibber Jabber will return next week. General of the Armies John J. “Black community by providing free electronic Until then, if you have comments on anything to do with sports, contact Chad T. Jack” Pershing Memorial Service will be filing of federal and state income tax held Wednesday from 3-4 p.m. at Section returns for service members, military Jones at [email protected], or hit him up on Twitter @CTJibber. 34 of Arlington National Cemetery. retirees and dependents from all services The service will feature a wreath-laying of the U.S. military. For more information, contact the Tax SOUNDOFF!|THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015 COMMUNITY 13

Center officer-in-charge, Capt. Benjamin L. demwr.com. tation by the Bowie Senior Choraleers and a Worship and music concert Zeskind, at [email protected] video of the “Candy Bomber Story” featur- The Religious Support Office will host a or 301-677-9755. Harvest for the Hungry ing the Mormon Ta bernacle Choir and worship and music concert Nov. 22 at 3 narration by Tom Brokaw. Harvest for the Hungry is preparing p.m. at the Main Post Chapel. Flu shots Light refreshments will be served. food baskets to assist Fort For more information, call 301-677-6703. Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center’s Meade’s service members and their fami- For more information, call 410-222-0140. mobile vaccination team will be vaccinating lies in need. Thanksgiving buffet eligible beneficiaries including DoD civlian Last year, more than 170 military families Sensory-friendly films Club Meade will serve a Thanksgiving employees today and Friday from 8 a.m. to received support. This year’s goal is to help AMC Columbia Mall 14 Theater will offer Day Buffet in two shifts on Nov. 26 from 11 3:30 p.m. at McGill Training Center. 190 families. showings of sensory-friendly films for local a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2:30-4:30 p.m. Contractors and Johns Hopkins enrollees To submit the name of a military family Exceptional Family Member Program fami- The event is open to all ranks and serv- are not eligible. in need, contact Pamela Dudley at 301-275- lies on Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. (Arrive early.) ices, military and civilians. Membership is For more information, call 301-677-8661. 7263 or [email protected], or Paula The theater is located at 10300 Little not required. Henry at 410-707-6333 or plhenry63@ya- Patuxent Parkway in Columbia. Reservations are suggested. Bike gate pass hoo.com. For more information on prices and a Cost for members is $21.95 for adults To obtain a bike gate pass for the Pepper Include the family’s name, unit and listing of upcoming movies, visit https:// and $11 for children ages 10 and younger. Road gate, call Joseph R. Shinskie, chief of telephone number. www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory Cost for nonmembers is $26.95 for adults physical security at the Directorate of Submissions will be accepted through friendly-films. and $13 for ages 10 and younger. Emergency Services, at 301-677-6618 to Sunday or until 190 submissions are re- There is no cost for children ages 3 and schedule a date to pick up the pass. ceived. Veterans Job Fair younger. Passes will be available for pickup within Packaged food baskets are available for The Fort Meade Veterans Job Fair will be For reservations or more information, the next two days. pickup Nov. 23 from 12:30-3 p.m. at Ar- held Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Club call 301-677-6969 or go to ftmeademwr- gonne Hills Chapel Center, 7100 Rocken- Meade, 6600 Mapes Road. .com. LTS moved bach Road and Grandea Avenue. The free event is open to all job-seekers. The Leisure Travel Services office has Food baskets that are not picked up by More than 60 employers are expected to Advent Luncheon moved to the Arts and Crafts Center, 6530 Nov. 23 at 3 p.m. will be donated to a local attend. The Protestant Traditional Service is B Yo rk Ave. food pantry. Bring plenty of resumes. A “resume sponsoring an Advent Luncheon on Nov. 29 New hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers are needed to assist in as- doctor” will provide free resume evaluation at noon at Club Meade. For more information, call 301-677-7354. sembling food baskets on Nov. 23 from 10 and preparation assistance. For more information, call 301-677-6703. a.m. to 3 p.m. A free shuttle bus from Smallwood Hall MOAA luncheon Free barbecue parking lot to Club Meade is available. OSC Holiday Bazaar The Fort Meade Chapter of the Military To schedule reasonable accommoda- Officers Association of America’s next Mission BBQ restaurants will provide free tions with an American Sign language The Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Fort luncheon is today at 11:30 a.m. at Club barbecue sandwiches and cake to active- interpreter, email jerome.duncan@mary- Meade is sponsoring a Holiday Bazaar on Meade. duty service members and veterans only, on land.gov. Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Dec. 6 The event is open to the community. Wednesday in honor of Veterans Day. For a complete list of employers, go to from noon to 5 p.m. at Meade Middle The guest speaker is New York Times The free food will be available at all ftmeademwr.com. School. best-selling author John Crawford, who will Mission BBQ restaurants as long as supplies The annual event will feature more than speak about his experiences in Iraq in 2005 last. Gospel Harvest Festival 100 artisans and craft vendors offering all kinds of holiday gift items as well as a Toys and his book, “The Last True Story I Will The Argonne Hills Chapel Center Gospel Destroy your electronic data for Tots Campaign sponsored by Volvo. Ever Tell.” Congregation will celebrate its Harvest The bazaar also will include a visit from Cost of luncheon is $15. The Fort Meade Directorate of Public Festival from Nov. 18-20 from 7-9 p.m. at Santa, a book reading by Mrs. Claus, and a For reservations, call Wayne Hobbs at Works-Environmental Division will host an Argonne Hills Chapel Center, 7100 Rocken- Sweet Shop with home-baked goods 410-799-8331. electronic recycling, data-destruction event bach Road and Grandea Ave. manned by volunteers from the Retired on Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the For more information, call 301-677-6703. Free dog treats upper parking lot area of the commissary. Officers’ Wives’ Club. For more information, please go to the In honor of Military Family Appreciation Community members can dispose of RAB meeting their personal electronic items such as OSC website at fortmeadeosc.org. Week, the Family Pet Care Center is offering The next Fort Meade environmental laptops, tablets, printers, LCD monitors, free dog treats on Friday, while supplies Restoration Advisory Board meeting will be computer parts and more — at no cost. last. held Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. at the Courtyard However, there will be a fee to recycle EDUCATION Patrons also can enter to win one of two Marriott, 2700 Hercules Road, Annapolis CRT monitors, hard drives, CDs, floppy free Vetco vaccination packages. Junction. disks, tapes and backup batteries. For more information, call 301-677-4059. Community members are invited. New NCOER system For more information, call 301-677-9170 RAB meetings are held to keep the public The effective date for implementation of or 301-677-9648. Brass Lounge grand opening informed of Fort Meade’s environmental the new Noncommissioned Officer Evalua- A grand opening for the Brass Lounge at Veterans Day Dedication cleanup and restoration program and to tion Report is Jan. 1. Club Meade will be held today from 5-8 provide opportunities for public involve- The secretary of the Army has directed p.m. A Veterans Day Dedication will be held ment and open discussion. that all E-4s and above and civilians who The event is open to all ranks and serv- Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. at O’Malley Senior Members of the public who would like to are in an NCO rating chain attend training ices and DoD civilian employees, and will Activity Center, 1270 Odenton Road, Oden- learn more about the restoration program on the new system. feature beverages and appetizers. ton. or to become a RAB member are encour- The following training sessions will be Music and television entertainment will The keynote speaker is Garrison Com- aged to attend. held at McGill Training Center. be provided. mander Col. Brian P. Foley. For more information, call 301-677-7999 •Information briefing: Nov. 18, 9 a.m. The Brass Lounge will be open every The guest speaker is Byron Morris, im- or visit www.ftmeade.army.mil/director- •Information briefing: Dec. 11, 9 a.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 5-8 mediate past president of the East Coast ates/dpw/environment. Click on the RAB p.m. Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen. link. For more information, go to ftmea- The program will include a music presen- See NEWS & NOTES, page 14 14 COMMUNITY THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015|SOUNDOFF!

NEWS & NOTES, Frompage 13 p.m. and younger; and free for active-duty serv- tions are optional. Session covers sexual assault preven- ice members with ID. Menu features eggs, bacon, sausage, ASIST training tion-related topics. This group is open to For more information, go to Irishfesti- biscuits, , grits, Danish, fruit, coffee men with a military or DoD ID card. val.com or call 443-955-4513. and ice water. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Train- For more information, call 301-677-9040. • Greek Food and Cultural Festival will All Fort Meade employees, family mem- ing is offering a free workshop on suicide •Women’s Focus Group: Nov. 17, 2:30- be held Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to bers, and civilian and military personnel are “first aid” Nov. 19 and 20; and Dec. 17 and 18 3:30 p.m. 11 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. at invited. For more information, call 301-677- at Argonne Hills Chapel Center, 7100 Rock- Sessions cover topics related to sexual the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the An- 6703. enbach Road. assault prevention. For more information, nunciation, 24 W. Preston St. Admission is • Meade Rod and Gun Club meets the The program is open to service mem- call 301-677-9040. free. first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at bers, civilians and family members ages 18 •Young Women’s Enrichment: Thurs- The 44th annual event features home- Perry’s Restaurant and Odie’s Pub at 1210 and older. days, 9:30-11 a.m. cooked Greek foods and pastries; music Annapolis Road, Odenton, in the banquet Attendance on both days is required. No The group is designed to help empower, and dancing; a European marketplace for hall in back of the building. The next meet- uniforms. promote and support female, active-duty holiday gifts; and a Greek grocery with ing is tonight. Dinner is served at 6 p.m. For To register, contact Sgt. 1st Class Erick service members under age 22. imported products. more information, call Charisma Wooten at Sowell at [email protected] or Capt. •Sponsorship Training: Nov. 24, 2-3:30 For more information, call 410-727-1831 240-568-6055. Paul Kunnas at 419-709-5194 or email p.m. or go to baltimoregreekfestival.com. • National Alliance on Mental Illness [email protected]. Employment • The Crafts Spectacular, showcasing of Anne Arundel County offers a free For more information, call To rrie Oster- •Social Media for Job-Seekers: Nov. 12, 9 the work of artisans, gourmet chefs, jewel- support group for families with a loved one holm, Suicide Prevention Program manager, a.m. to noon ers and doll makers, will be held Friday suffering from mental illness on the first at 301-677-6541. •Job Search Strategies: Nov. 17, 9 a.m. to through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the . noon Howard County Fairgrounds in West Friend- Odenton (West County) Library, 1325 An- napolis Road. The next meeting is tonight. Federal job workshop Military retirement ship. •TGPS (Transition, Goals, Plans and Santa Claus will be at the event each day For more information, visit namiaac.org. The Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Success) Workshop: Nov. 16-20, from 8 a.m. from 1-4 p.m. • Exceptional Family Member Program Program is offering “Apply for a Federal Job to 4 p.m. Admission costs $5 to $7. For more hosts “Sip and Share” on the first Thursday Workshop” on Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 •Retirement Brief (within two years of information, go to atozcrafts.net. of every month from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the p.m. in Room 1 of McGill Training Center, retirement): Monday, 8-11:30 a.m. • Chucking will be held Sat- Exchange coffee shop in the food court. 8452 Zimborksi Ave. •DTAP Brief: Monday, 1-2:30 p.m. urday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The next get-together is today. The event is For more information, call the SFL-TAP •Pre-Separation Brief: Nov. 12, 9-11:30 at Clark’s Elioak Farm, 10500 Clarksville designed to allow participants to share Center at 301-677-9871. a.m. Pike, Ellicott City. Last admission is 4 p.m. their stories to encourage and inform one •Deployment Brief: Nov. 19, 10-11:30 a.m. Place the pumpkin in the farm’s catapult another about resources available in the Financial, Employment Readiness •Medical Records Review: Appointment and watch it soar. local community. For more information or Army Community Service offers Fi- required Farm admission costs $6. For more to register, call 301-677-4779. nancial Readiness and Employment Readi- To register or for more information, call information, go to clarkland-farm.com. • Marriage Enrichment Group, spon- ness classes to all ranks and services and to 301-677-9017 or 301-677-9018. • The 2nd Saturday Café Series begins sored by Army Community Service, meets DoD civilian employees at the Community Nov. 14 from 8-11 p.m. with a performance the second and fourth Monday of every month from 3-4 p.m. at the Community Readiness Center, 830 Chisholm Ave. by jazz artist Carl Filipiak at Oliver’s Car- Readiness Center, 830 Chisholm Ave. The Registration is required for each class. YOUTH riage House, 5410 Leaf Treader Way, Co- next meeting is Monday. For more informa- Financial classes lumbia. tion, call Celena Flowers or Jessica Hob- •Holiday Planning: Today, 9-11 a.m. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Cost is $25. For Storytime good at 301-677-5590. •Banking Basics: Tuesday, 9-11 a.m. more information, go to 2ndsaturday- • Fort Meade TOP III Association •Reducing Taxes: Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to noon The Children’s Library offers pre-kinder- cafe.com. garten Storytime on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. meets the second Wednesday of each •Car-Buying: Nov. 17, 9-11 a.m. • The 23rd Annual Chesapeake Bay and 10:30 a.m. at Kuhn Hall, 4415 Llewellyn month at 3 p.m. at the Conference Center. •Credit Management: Nov. 24, 9-11 a.m. Fall Classic, the area’s largest rockfish Ave. The next meeting is Wednesday. The asso- •Financial Readiness: Nov. 24, 8 a.m. to tournament, will be held Nov. 21-22. •Today: “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” ciation is open to all Air Force active-duty 4 p.m. Fishing starts at 6:30 a.m. Weigh-ins — stories about sports and retired senior noncommissioned offi- To register, call 301-677-5590 or go to close at 4 p.m. •Nov. 12: “Bears, Bears, and More Bears” cers. For more information, call Master Sgt. fortmeadeacs.checkappointments.com. Registration costs $225-$275. For more — books, songs and finger play about bears information, go to mssa.net/fall classic. Jonathan Jacob at 443-479-0616 or email Free classes •Nov. 19: “Feed your Mind at the Library” • BOSS Medieval Times Trip will be [email protected]. — stories about foods Nov. 20 from 7-11 p.m. The event is open to • Fort Meade E9 Association meets The Navy Fleet and Family Support the second Friday of every month at 7 a.m. For more information, call 301-677-5677. all single service members. Cost is $15. Center offers a variety of classes at its in the Pin Deck Cafe at the Lanes. The next For more information, email facility at 2212 Chisholm Ave. meeting is Nov. 13. [email protected]. The free classes are open to DoD ID The association is open to active, retired, RECREATION • Leisure Travel Services is offering its cardholders including active-duty service Reserve and National Guard E9s of any next monthly bus trip to New Yo rk City on members, retirees and their family mem- uniformed service. All E9s in this area are Nov. 21, with discounts to attractions. Bus bers, DoD civilian employees and contrac- Out & About invited to attend a breakfast and meet the cost is $60. For more information, call tors. • Maryland Irish Festival will be held membership. For more information, go to 301-677-7354 or visit ftmeademwr.com. Registration is required for each class. today from 6-11 p.m., Saturday from noon e9association.org. •Stress Management: Friday, 9-11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. • Meade Branch 212 of the Fleet Re- •Anger Management: Tuesday, 9-11 a.m. at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 MEETINGS serve Association meets the second •Meet and Greet: Nov. 12, 5-7 p.m. Yo rk Road, Timonium. The 42nd annual Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. at VFW •Common-Sense Parenting: Nov. 16, event features traditional Irish food, Celtic • Monthly Prayer Breakfast, hosted by Post 160, 2597 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie. 10:30-11:30 a.m. music, Irish step-dancing lessons and chil- the Garrison Chaplain’s Office, is held the The next meeting is Nov. 14. Active-duty, Topic: “Handling Emotionally Intense dren’s activities.. first Thursday of every month at 7 a.m. at Reserve and retired members of the U.S. Situations” Admission costs $20 for adults; $15 for Club Meade. The next prayer breakfast is Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard are •Men’s Focus Group: Tuesday, 1:30-2:30 seniors age 62 and older; free for ages 17 today. There is no cost for the buffet. Dona- invited. For more information, call 443- SOUNDOFF!|THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 2015 COMMUNITY 15

604-2474 or 410-768-6288. MOVIES • Families Dealing with Deployment KID-FRIENDLY meets the first and third Monday of every DENTISTRY month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Family The movie schedule is subject to change. Edwin Zaghi, DMD Advocacy Program, 2462 85th Medical For a recorded announcement of showings, PEDIATRIC Battalion Ave. Children welcome. The next call 301-677-5324. Further listings are avail- DENTISTRY meeting is Nov. 16. able on the Army and Air Force Exchange •Infant Dental The group is for families experiencing an Service website at www.aafes.com. Screening upcoming or current deployment, or the Movies start Fridays and Saturdays at •Emergency service members who has recently re- 6:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Appointments HHH turned from deployment. For more in- PRICES: Tickets are $6 for adults (12 and •Accepts MetLife/Tricare formation, call 301-677-5590 or email older) and $3.50 for children. 3D Movies: $8 [email protected]. adults, $5.50 children. • Calling All Dads, for expecting fathers and fathers with children of all ages, meets Today through Nov. 15 the first and third Monday of every month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Family Advo- Friday: “Hotel Transylvania 2” (PG). cacy Program Center, 2462 85th Medical Dracula and his friends try to bring out the Battalion Ave. monster in his half-human, half-vampire The next meeting is Nov. 16. Children are grandson in order to keep Mavis from welcome. Registration is required. For more leaving the hotel. With the voices of Adam information, call 301-677-4118. Sandler, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez. Near • The Retired Enlisted Association Fort Meade! meets the third Tuesday of the month from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Perry’s Restaurant, 1210 Dr.Edwin Zaghi MERRITT ATHLETIC CLUBS Annapolis Road, Odenton. The next meet- - Board Certified Pediatric Dentistry; ing is Nov. 17. For more information, visit -American Board Pediatric Dentist; SUPPORTS OURSOLDIERS trea.org or call Elliott Phillips, local presi- -Fellow American Academyof dent, at 443-790-3805; Charles M. Green, Pediatric Dentistry local president at 443-610-4252; or Arthur R. Cooper, past national president, at 443- JUST OFF RT.32! 10798 HICKORYRIDGE RD VETERANS, FAMILY 336-1230. COLUMBIA •410-992-4400 For more information about becoming a www.dredwinzaghi.com AND FRIENDS TREA member, go to trea.org or call Charles Green, the local chapter president, at 443- 610-4252 or email [email protected]. • Air Force Sergeants Association WORK OUT Chapter 254 meets the third Wednesday ROLAND NEVEU/AP of every month from 3-4 p.m. in the audito- rium of the Airman Leadership School, Saturday: “No Escape” (R). In their FREE IN 8470 Zimborski Ave. The next meeting is new overseas home, an American family Nov. 18. For more information, call 831-521- soon finds themselves caught in the middle 9251 or go to AFSA254.org. of a coup, and they frantically look for a safe NOVEMBER! • Military District of Washington Ser- escape in an environment where foreign- geant Audie Murphy Club meets the third ers are being immediately executed. With *Terms and conditions apply. Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 Promotionexpires November 30, 2015. Lake Bell, Pierce Brosnan, Owen Wilson. **Amenities vary per location. p.m. at the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Dining Facility in Virginia. The next meeting Sunday: “The Visit” (PG-13). A single 76 is Nov. 18. mother finds that things in her family’s life 1 T e D or E St L A e E O n G All members and those interested in go very wrong after her two young children R to Y S R SE A R P O H joining the club are welcome. For more visit their grandparents. With Olivia De- D R CI R D RY O information, contact Master Sgt. Erica Jonge, Ed Oxenbould, Deanna Dunagan. K E CE 6 IC N A 17 H LA L D P Lehmkuhl at [email protected] or O M O A W H N G 301-833-8415. Nov. 13: “Sicario” (R). An idealistic FBI O IN IR CK BU • Moms Support Group meets Thurs- agent is enlisted by an elected government 0 10 days from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Potomac task force to aid in the escalating war Place Neighborhood Center. The group is against drugs at the border area between for mothers of young children up to age 3. the U.S. and Mexico. With Emily Blunt, 410-590-7711 Meet other moms with young children and Josh Brolin, Benicio Del Toro. share tips. Children are welcome. Regis- 7585 Buckingham Blvd, tration is required. For more information, Nov. 14-15: “Pan” (PG). Twelve-year-old Hanover, MD 21076 call 301-677-5590. orphan Peter is spirited away to the • Moms Walking Group, sponsored by magical world of Neverland, where he merrittclubs.com Parent Support, meets Thursdays from finds both fun and danger, and ultimately 8:30-9:15 a.m. at the Family Advocacy discovers his destiny -- to become the hero Program, 2462 85th Medical Battalion Ave. who will be forever known as Peter Pan. To register, call 301-677-3617. With Levi Miller, Hugh Jackman, Garrett Hedlund.