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NSA Annapolis F&FR Electronic "News"

NSA Annapolis Fleet and Family Readiness Programs have a monthly newsletter designed to help you make the most of your tour of duty or choice of relocation in the Annapolis area by becoming an active part of our F&FR Programs. Fleet and Family Readiness Programs include the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Fleet and Family Support Program, Family and Bachelor Housing, Navy Gateway Inns and Suites, and Blue Jacket Café (Galley) facilities.

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Copies of the 2010 Fleet & Family Readiness Program Calendar
are at many of the Fleet & Family Readiness Facilities including MWR, Blue Jacket Cafe,
Navy Housing, Navy Gateway Inns & Suites Annapolis and Fleet & Family Support Center.

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MWR Athletic Events in February

Cupid Shootout Basketball Contest - February 8-10 at 11:15 a.m. in the gym at Bldg., #89; come try your best shots each day (to improve your score)on the court (3-pointers, foul shots and more) and win the rights to being the best hot shot!
Golf Fitness Training - February 10 at 1 p.m. in the theater of Bldg. #89; learn how to improve your fitness to better your golf score! FREE
Intramural Volleyball Meeting - February 24 at 11 a.m. in the theater of Bldg. #89; meeting for coaches and players. For league info, see the 2010 Intramural Schedule at http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Fitness/2010_Captain%27sCup&Intramural_Poster.pdf

Black History 5K Run

MWR Fitness will host the annual Black History 5K Run on Saturday, February 27 at 9 a.m. at the Bay Room, Greenbury Point, NSA Annapolis. The run is open to all active duty, retired military, active reservists, DoD civilian employees, family members, USNA contractors, Midshipmen and guests. Active duty can participate for free; all others including family members are $5/person. T-shirts will be given to all participants and prizes will be awarded for age / gender group winners. Register and pay in advance at the Customer Service Desk in the MWR Recreation Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis (410-293-9200) by the close of business on Friday, February 26 or on race day at the Bay Room from 8 to 8:45 a.m. This event is sponsored in part by Lincoln Military Housing (neither the Navy nor any other part of the federal government officially endorses any company, sponsor or their products or services). For more information, call Tony Compton, MWR Fitness Director, at 410-293-9211 or visit this link: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Fitness/BlackHistory5KFLYER-2010.pdf

Youth Center Celebrates February Birthdays and More!
The Billy the Kid Youth Center will host the February Birthday Party on February 18 with a "Movies" party theme. Time will be announced. Cost is $6 for School-Age Care children, $8 for all others and FREE if your birthday is in February. Sign up and pay in advance at the Youth Center, 126 Alder Road, NSA Annapolis.
Other February events scheduled at the Youth Center are:

Teen "1st Friday" Party - Feb. 5, 4:30 p.m.

School-Age Care Family Spaghetti Dinner - Feb. 9, 5 p.m.

Teen Valentine Scavenger Hunt - Feb. 11, 5:30 p.m.

Teen Girls' Night Out - Feb. 26, 5:30 p.m.

The Spaghetti Dinner and the Teen Scavenger Hunt are sponsored in part by Lincoln Military Housing (neither the Navy nor any other part of the federal government officially endorses any company, sponsor or their products or services). For more information, call 410-293-9396.

MWR Annapolis ITT - Tickets for Monster Jam

All DoD-eligible personnel (active duty, retired military, reservists, active and retired DoD civilian employees and USNA Contractors) can order tickets through MWR Annapolis Information, Tickets and Travel Outlet at Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis for Monster Jam at the 1st Mariner Arena, Baltimore scheduled for February 26-28. Tickets cost $18.50 / Adults and $ 8.75 / Children (2-12). For more information or to charge tickets by phone, call 410-293-9200. MWR ITT is open M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

MWR Annapolis ITT Can Book Disney Weddings & Honeymoons for Active Duty

If you’ve always dreamed of having a fairy tale wedding, then let MWR Annapolis ITT book a Disney Wishes Wedding and receive special pricing if you’re active duty in the U.S. Military. This offer is available to only active duty through December 15, 2010. Receive a 10% discount on food & beverage (excluding wedding cake, package bar and alcoholic beverages) for Sunday-Friday weddings; a 10% discount on musical talent (DJ or Band) and floral services and a 25% discount for Magic Kingdom or Epcot portrait session. Military discount applies only if the bride, groom or one of their parents is active duty U.S. Military personnel. For more information, visit www.disneyweddings.com or call Erin Baki Reardon (baki@usna.edu ), MWR Annapolis ITT Coordinator, at 410-293-9207.

MWR Annapolis ITT Has Tickets for the Circus

There are three venues in the metropolitan area to see the Greatest Show on Earth: Ringling Brother, Barnum & Bailey Circus and ITT can provide discount tickets to all:

· Verizon Center, Washington DC - March 18-21, 2010 - Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus - $18.75

· Patriot Center, Fairfax VA - March 22 - April 4 - Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus

· 1^st Mariner Arena, Baltimore - Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus - April 7-18 - $18.75

To purchase tickets, stop by the ITT Outlet, MWR Recreation Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis or call 410-293-9200 to charge by phone; M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Next Military Appreciation Night at Washington Wizards

MWR ITT is taking orders for the next Military Appreciation Night at the Washington Wizards scheduled for February 26 vs New York Knicks at 7 p.m., at the Verizon Center. Ticket prices are: Lower levels ($37.50; regularly $125, $99 and $75); Upper Levels ($11; regularly $48 and $40). To order, stop by the MWR ITT Outlet in the Recreation Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis or call 410-293-9200 to charge by phone (M-F 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only)

Ski Tickets at MWR Annapolis ITT ( M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!
MWR Annapolis Information, Tickets and Travel Outlet will offer discount ski lift tickets to the following resorts: Ski Liberty, Roundtop and Whitetail (http://www.skiliberty.com) , (http://www.skiroundtop.com), (http://www.skiwhitetail.com), to Timberline in Davis WV (http://wwwtimberlineresort.com) and to Massanutten in Harrisonburg, VA. For information, call 410-293-9200. Prices are as follows:

Ski Liberty / Roundtop / Whitetail

Weekend / Holiday Lift Only                         $50.50
Weekend / Holiday Lift with Rental                $91.00
Midweek Lift Only                                        $36.50
Midweek Lift with Rental                               $77.25
5-Hour Night Lift                                           $29.00
5-Hour Night Lift with Rental                         $69.75

2-Hour Tubing Weekend                               $22.50
2-Hour Tubing Midweek                               $17.50

Timberline (Non-holiday periods; Midweek = M-F)

Weekend Adult Lift                                      $46.25
Weekend Adult Lift with Rental                     $75.00
Midweek Adult Lift                                       $33.25
Midweek Adult Lift with Rental                     $70.75
Learn to Ski                                                 $67.50

Massanutten (Harrisonburg, VA)

8-Hour WeekDay (M-F)                              $38.00

8-Hour Weekend (Sa-Sun, Holiday)             $58.50

Wintergreen Ski Resort (Wintergreen , VA)

Adult Midweek (M-F)                                  $38.00

Youth Midweek                                            $32.50

Adult Weekend (Sa, Su, Holiday)                 $54.00

Youth Weekend                                            $43.25

Lodging (Studio) Midweek                            $112.00

Lodging (Studio) Weekend                            $135.00

Health & Fitness Classes 2010 Schedule

It’s a New Year, so start over and schedule some time to get in shape and stay healthy! MWR offers a variety of ways to help you get in shape - from personal training and computerized fitness assessments to “abs” classes, 5K runs and more. The Naval Health Clinic offers a multitude of classes and events to help people stay health. Fleet and Family Support Center also provides stress management and wellness classes, too. For a schedule of Health & Fitness Events scheduled by MWR, the Naval Health Clinic Annapolis and Fleet & Family Support Center Annapolis, visit: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Fitness/2010_Health&FitnessEvents_Poster.pdf

2010 Captain's Cup Tournaments
Tournaments are hosted by the MWR Fitness Office and are open to active duty only. The next tournament is: 8-Ball on February 16-17 at 11:15 a.m. in the Liberty Zone at Bldg. #89. Sign up with your unit sports representative or call MWR at 410- 293-9211-12. For upcoming events: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Fitness/2010_Captain%27sCup&Intramural_Poster.pdf

Youth Baseball / T-Ball Registration Starts

The Billy the Kid Youth Center will be accepting registrations for the 2010 Youth Baseball League from February 22 to March 26. Youths from 4 to 10 - family Members of AD, Reservists, Retirees, DoD Civ, and USNA Contractors are eligible to participate. There will be T-Ball, Coach Pitch, Machine Pitch and Player Pitch teams depending on ages of players. Fee is $50 per player and includes a jersey and end of season Awards Ceremony / trophy. The season starts April 13 and runs through June 8. Register your child at the Billy the Kid Youth Center, Bldg. #126 Alder Road, NSA Annapolis. Call Rebecca Karun, Youth Sports Coordinator, at 410-293-4998 for more information or refer to this link: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/YOUTHSPORTS/YC_Baseball2010_Registration

“Royalty Upgrade” with ITT Booking for Medieval Times

Customers can receive the “Royalty Upgrade” at Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament at Arundel Mills Mall when they book their reservation at MWR Annapolis ITT Outlet in the Recreational Services Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis or call 410-293-9200 to charge by phone. Customers must book through ITT and mention the code FRM9 to receive the upgrade. The Royalty Upgrade package is AVAILABLE FREE ($10.00 value per person), based on space availability. Royalty Upgrade includes VIP seating, commemorative program, behind the scenes DVD and spirit banner. Admission is $44.75/adults; $39.75/children 12 and under; lap policy for ages 3 & under; prices available through the Military Ticket Voucher program; valid except New Year’s Eve and special engagements. Also, please check with the “Castle” at www.medievaltimes.com for other special promotions such as KID ARE FREE (12 and under) with each full paid adult to September 7. Special promotions are not valid with military ticket. MWR Annapolis ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

Poconos Location Offers Military Discounts, Too!

For those customers who prefer going to the Poconos, Great Wolf Lodge also offers military discounts at their Poconos location. For information, call ITT at 410-293-9207. For information, stop by the MWR Annapolis ITT Outlet at Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis, M-F 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. or call 410-293-9200 / 9207 for more information.

Universal Orlando Extends 2009 Military Salute to March 2010
Universal Orlando Extends 2009 Military Salute to March 2010 Universal Orlando is excited to announce that the 2009 Military Salute program will be extended through March 26, 2010! As part of the Universal Orlando Military Salute program, Universal is continuing the offer of one (1) FREE 2-park unlimited admission 7-day ticket to all US Military members to include Active Duty, Retirees, National Guard and Reservists with a valid military ID. Customers receiving the FREE ticket will have to sign the Universal Acknowledgment Form when picking up the ticket at the ITT Outlet. Personnel eligible for the free ticket can also purchase "companion" passes for family and friends for $94 /person (price effective after Dec. 18) from MWR Annapolis Information, Tickets and Travel Outlet (current companion ticket price is $89 up to Dec. 18). Tickets must be fully used by March 26, 2010. Please note that this program extension does not offer Military personnel that have already taken advantage of the Salute program a 2nd complimentary ticket, it only extends the timeframe for use for personnel that have not taken advantage of the offer yet or have not used the tickets they have picked up to date. For more information, stop by the ITT Outlet in the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis or call 410-293-9200 to charge by phone.

Wet n’ Wild (Orlando FL) Extends Military Appreciation Days until March 31, 2010

Active duty, retired and reservists from all branches of the armed forces can receive a FREE One-Day admission ticket to Wet n’ Wild, Orlando, FL as part of Wet n’ Wild’s Military Appreciation Days! To receive this offer visit the MWR Annapolis Information, Tickets and Travel Outlet in the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, present a valid, active duty or retired military photo ID to receive a free ticket coupon and Application Form with proper base information. Then, present the coupon, valid military ID and completed application form at Wet 'n Wild's Guest Services window in Orlando. Personnel can upgrade to a Splash Pass for an additional $20.00 plus tax at Wet ‘n Wild’s Front Gate. The Splash Pass allows unlimited admissions to Wet ‘n Wild until March 31, 2010.

For family members, companion discount tickets are available with the Military Travel Voucher at the MWR Annapolis ITT Ticket Outlet, Monday - Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Prices are $29.75/ Adult; $25.50 / Child. For more information, call 410-293-9200.

NEW Walt Disney World Military Salute 2010

Beginning January 4 through July 31, 2010, active duty and retired U.S. military, including members of the U.S. Coast Guard and active members of the National Guard or Reservists, may purchase a 4-Day Walt Disney World Armed Forces Salute Ticket for themselves and up to five (5) family members and / or friends for $99 (plus tax is purchased at Walt Disney World gate). MWR Annapolis Information, Tickets and Travel Outlet prices are: 4-Day Base Ticket - $99; 4-Day Park Hopper Ticket - $122.75; 4-Day Water Park Fun and More Ticket - $122.75; and a 4-Day Park Hopper with Water Park Fun and More option - $148.25. BLACK-OUT DATES when these tickets can’t be used are: March 27 - April 9 (All Parks) and July 3 and 4 (Magic Kingdom only). To purchase tickets, stop by the MWR Annapolis ITT Outlet in the Recreation Bldg. #89, M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. or call 410-293-9200 to charge tickets by phone.

“Here’s to the Heroes” Salute Is Extended Through 2010

Here's To the Heroes Salute is extended to run 1/1/2010 to 12/31/2010 and provides a complimentary single-day admission per person, per year to an Anheuser-Busch Adventure Park for active duty military from any of the five service branches, active members of a reserve or National Guard unit and/or up to three direct dependants. Also eligible for the offer are members of foreign military forces serving in the coalitions in Iraq or Afghanistan or attached to American units in the U.S. for training. The offer is non-transferable and non-refundable. Inactive, standby and retired reserve members, military retirees, U.S. Merchant Marine and civilian Department of Defense workers are ineligible for the program. Valid for one complimentary single-day admission per person, per year, to one of the following SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment parks:

      o SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio
      o Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Williamsburg
      o Sesame Place
      o Adventure Island
      o Water Country USA
    * Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. is not part of this program.

Register at www.herosalute.com and choose the park, then print your confirmation. Exchange the confirmation at the gate for entrance into the park. Please show a valid Department of Defense photo ID showing active status. Active duty customers visiting the parks on the free Here’s to the Heroes program may pay $10.65 at the front gate to receive a free second day visit ticket.

MWR Leisure Travel - Let Us Save You Money!

Before planning an itinerary, call the MWR Information, Tickets and Travel Office for great deals. MWR ITT can book all kinds of vacation packages, trips, tours, cruises, getaways, and a lot more. For more information or if you need help on the website, call the MWR Annapolis Information, Tickets and Travel Coordinator at 410-293-9207.

ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

Disney offers 40% off rooms when booking with your local ITT Office through Sept. 30, 2010
Disney World Orlando: Active Duty, Retired and Reservists of all branches of service including National Guard may purchase 4 day tickets starting at $99. Some blackout dates apply!
Sandals Resorts: Active Duty Military receive 10% discount in addition to promotional discounts.
Wet N Wild – Free admission for active duty until March 31, 2010.
Anheuser Busch Theme Parks: Active Duty personnel and up to 3 immediate dependants receive complimentary admission to any one Anheuser Busch Theme Park once per year.
Universal Studios Orlando: Active Duty, Retired and Reservists of all branches of service including National Guard may purchase 7 day/ 2-park unlimited admission tickets for FREE. Companion passes for $94. Promotion expires March 27, 2010/

Information, Tickets and Travel (ITT) and Leisure Activity Trips -
ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

ITT Coordinator – for information, call 410-293-9207 to coordinate trips, special events, cruises, discount ticket sales, and the military ticket voucher program.

Great Wolf Lodge, Williamsburg VA – enjoy entertainment and a water park under one roof; accommodations sleep 6 in a family suite and the cost is only $195/room for overnight; cost includes 4 tickets to the waterpark. Book as soon as possible; at this great price, the rooms go quickly! Upcoming 2010 dates are ($195): March 31-April 1; June 23-24; August 14; September 11; October 23 (2-Night getaways are $195 per night; customers can sign up for one or both nights!)

Philadelphia Flower Show “Passport to the World” - March 6, 2010 - Journey to the lands of India, Netherlands, South Africa, Brazil, Singapore and New Zealand. Hop aboard to a land of colors and textures with entwined blossoms and showers of tulips and orchids surrounded by waterfalls and wild flora. Cost: $55.00pp includes motor-coach transportation, admission tickets to the Flower Show, and welcome package. Deadline to signup February 8, 2010

American Girl Tea and New York City Day Trip- April 24, 2010 - New York’s American Girl Cafe is the place for an afternoon tea at 4 p.m. Enjoy the whimsical black-and-white decor, delicious food, and excellent service. There’s even a Treat Seat at the table for your doll—and a surprise keepsake for you to bring home! OR Enjoy a day in the city or take in the theater. Sightseeing and theater shows available on this day. American Girl (includes tea and transportation) cost is $75/person; 30 seats available. NYC Day trip (transportation only cost is $55/person

Mother’s Day Special at Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa - May 8-9, 2010 - Prices: TBD

NYC – FEAR we Come - July 9, 2010 - Nervous about going to NYC??? Let MWR ease away your fears. Sit back and enjoy the ride to NYC on a deluxe motor-coach. We will guide you through the streets of NYC to take in sightseeing, theater shows, or shopping. Don’t worry. Maps provided; Cost: $55/person (Transportation ONLY) Vouchers available for sightseeing aboard GrayLine, NYC City Pass, NBC Studios and Rockefeller Plaza Tours, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, NYC On Location:
        1. Manhattan TV & Movie Tour: Visit over 60 locations, including the apartment building used in “Friends”, the Little Shop                    Around the Corner from “You’ve Got Mail”, and the “Ghostbusters" firehouse. (about 3.5 hours)
        2. The Gossip Girl Tour.
        3. Sopranos Tour: See the shootings! to over 40 locations, including Satriale’s pork store, the diner where Chris got shot, then                      have a drink in the Bada Bing. (about 4 hours)
        4. Central Park Movie Tour: 40 locations on this 2-hour walking tour, including sites used in Serendipity, When Harry Met                                     Sally, Love Story, Ransom, and Home Alone II.

                Theater Shows Available (ticket prices only. Please add the transportation cost) Orchestra Seating Only. 2 p.m. showtime.

                                Billy Elliot: $145.00 each
                                Chicago: $91.50 each
                                Hair: $93.00 each

                                Mamma Mia: $97.50 each

                                Mary Poppins: $101.50 each

                                Next to Normal: $132.00 each

                                The Lion King: $106.50 each

                                Phantom: $86.50 each; Other shows available. Please inquire at your ITT office

Back to School Shopping - July 31, 2010 - Join MWR as we head for TAX-FREE shopping in Rehoboth Beach, DE. With over 130 Brand Name Shops, your money will go a bit further this year. Take advantage of money saving coupons provided and the transportation in a deluxe motor-coach. Cost: $25pp

Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular (Rockettes) - November 20, 2010 - Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime, extraordinary experience that will redefine Spectacular from the moment you enter the doors! Snow will fall, the glow of fireworks will light up the stage, and the Rockettes will debut dazzling new numbers as part of this year's spectacular celebration. Price: TBD

Shop ‘till you drop in NYC/American Girl - December 4, 2010 - $55/person for shopping; Cost: $70/person for American Girl

Holiday Lights at Longwood Gardens and Mansion Tour - December 18, 2010 - Discover the Winterthur Mansion and take a guided stroll through H.F. du Pont's mansion and delight in holiday ambience and festive decorations of yore, including 18 fabulous rooms that will interpret holiday celebrations from the 1700s through today. We will finish with the holiday lights tour of Longwood Gardens. Longwood is transformed into a winter wonderland filled with sparkling lights, fragrant flowers, joyous music and a dazzling ice skating extravaganza. Dancing fountains are synchronized to holiday music in the Open Air Theatre, and festive organ sing-alongs fill the Ballroom with the sounds of the season. Price includes transportation, admission tickets, meals (lunch and dinner) and welcome package. Cost: $80/person   ******Must be 12 years or older to join this trip.*****

MWR trips are open to all DoD-eligible employees with a valid ID card and their guest; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; space available basis on all trips; trips may be canceled or postponed due to severe weather conditions or from lack of interest (25 or less signups. There will be no refunds for customer-initiated cancellations. Activities, ticket prices and trips may be subject to change. For information, call 410-293-9200 or 9207 or stop by the front desk of the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, Naval Support Activity Annapolis. To charge by phone, call 410-293-9200. ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

ITT Upcoming Special Events
(For more information, call ITT Annapolis at 410-293-9207)
ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

                · Sesame Street Character Breakfast, Saturday, April 10, 9 a.m. at the Blue Jacket Cafe; $7/adults; $5/children 10 and under;
                        Enjoy having breakfast with ELMO, Kermit the Frog, Bert and Ernie and have your photo taken!
              · Comics on Duty - April 28, Lunchtime show at Bldg. #89, FREE; refreshments for sale (hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, soda)
              · 3^rd Annual ITT Travel Show and EXPO - September 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bldg. #89; come see the newest and greatest in travel destinations;
                        FREE

Pre-paid Show & Event Tickets
MWR Information, Tickets and Travel (ITT) is taking orders for discount tickets to shows and events at the following venues. To order tickets, stop by the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, Naval Support Activity Annapolis or call 410-293-9200 to charge by phone. ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

· Auto Racing Tickets
Daytona International Speedway - TBA

Dover International Speedway

Richmond International Speedway

Maryland International Raceway - TBA

    Baseball Tickets - Order two weeks in advance (2010 season)
                       Washington Nationals
                       Baltimore Orioles Baseball Tickets
                                Baltimore Orioles Military Appreciation Picnics
                                    May 2 - Boston Red Sox at 1:35 p.m.; prices TBD
                                    September 19 - New York Yankees at 1:35 p.m.; prices TBD
     Basketball Tickets
                Washington Mystics - at the Verizon Center, Washington DC
                                Lower level center: $37.50
                                Lower level corners: $21.50
                                Club level center: $20
                                Lower ends: $16.50
                                Club level corners: $13
                                Upper level ends: $10
                Washington Wizards at the Verizon Center, Washington DC
                                Military Appreciation Night - February 26 vs New York Knicks at 7 p.m., Verizon Center Lower levels ($37.50;
                                    regularly $125, $99 and $75) Upper Levels ($11; regularly $48 and $40)
                                Section 100 / 101 / 110 / 111 / 112 / 121 - $150
                                Section 102-104 / 107-109 / 113-115 / 118-120 - $95.25
                                Section Lower Ends - $53.50
                                Section Upper Level - $21.50

Bethesda Theater - TBA
Busch Gardens FEARFEST Picnic - October 2; prices TBD

Broadway Shows - Order tickets through ITT Coordinator (410-293-9207 or baki@usna.edu ). For a list of shows, check

www.broadwayinbound.com and click on the link for Shubert Organization.

· Hippodrome (France-Merrick Performing Arts Center), Baltimore (see information on Event Usher tickets)
Hershey Park Military Salute Picnic - July 23; prices TBD

Kennedy Center, Washington DC - TBA
Kings Dominion Military Salute Picnic June 26; prices TBD

Lyric Opera House
Feb 28, 2010 - Playhouse Disney

                                    March 12-13, 2010 THE COLOR PURPLE,
                            March 12 - 8p.m.; March 13 - 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
                                    Orchestra: $62.50, Lower Balcony: $52.50, Upper Balcony: $43.50
    1st Mariner Arena, Baltimore
                        February 26-28 - Monster Jam; $18.50/adults; $8.75/children 2-12; tickets available to all DoD personnel

Maryland Science Center - TBA

MWR Recreation Bldg. #89; ITT Ticket Outlet at the front desk; order and pay for tickets in advance!

National Harbor - See Ice Holiday Display at beginning of the news.

National Theater, Washington, DC
Patriot Center, Fairfax VA

February 28, 2010 - Playhouse Disney

March 13 - Globetrotters

March 22 - April 4 - Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus

Regency Furniture Stadium, Waldorf, MD - TBA

Toby's Dinner Theater (Baltimore and Columbia)

(Columbia: Friday Shows $44.50/adults; $30/child; Saturday Shows: $46.50/all

(Baltimore: Friday Shows ($46.75/adults; $31.50/child; Saturday Shows: $48.75/all

Verizon Center, Washington DC

Feb 28, 2010 - Playhouse Disney

Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus – March 15-21, 2010

Smuckers Stars on Ice - April 8, 2010
April 10 - Harlem Globetrotters. - 7 p.m.

Washington Convention Center, DC

Warner Theatre, Washington DC - TBA

· Wolf Trap, Vienna VA - TBA

"Broadway In Baltimore"

New, Improved Process to Purchase Discount Theater Tickets Online!

MWR-eligible customers can access discount theater tickets online and purchase priority tickets to shows in Baltimore, DC and Norfolk VA. Here’s your opportunity to choose and view your seat. Visit the online ticket sites below (formerly Event Usher / Broadway Across America) by copying and pasting the following links into your web browser to reach the military discount page.

    Baltimore: https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?1=EN&t=baabal&o=64307181&g=445
    DC: https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?1=EN&t=baawdcmem&o=64307181&g=446
    Norfolk: https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?1=EN&t=baanor&o=64307181&g=447

Instructions:
(1) Visit the website (copy and paste the above links into your web browser); scroll down
(2) Click on FIND TICKETS next to the show you want
(3) Enter the password: 111ITTANNMD
(4) Create a New Account
(5) Choose number of tickets and proceed with order

Upcoming 2010 shows are:

In the Heights

Stomp

39 Steps

Young Frankenstein

Phantom of the Opera

Legally Blonde

Wizard of Oz

CATS

Riverdance

Lord of the Dance

Broadway Tickets - Order Through ITT Office

MWR Annapolis Information, Tickets and Travel Office can order tickets for Broadway shows in New York. For a list of shows, check www.broadwayinbound.com and click on the link for Shubert Organization. Tickets must be ordered through the ITT Coordinator. Please send e-mail with show information to Erin Baki at baki@usna.edu. Call 410-293-9207 for more information. ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

Discount Tickets

MWR sells discount tickets for the following attractions.

For ticket prices, call 410-293-9200

The MWR ticket outlet is located in the Recreational Services Bldg. #89 on Naval Support Activity Annapolis.
ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

Some Florida attraction tickets need to be ordered 7 to 10 days in advance. Tickets are non-refundable.

MWR also sells discount tickets to California tourist attractions (San Diego Zoo / Wild Animal Park / Air & Space Museum; Ripley's Believe It or Not; Disneyland, Universal Studios; Six Flags Magic Mountain; SeaWorld San Diego and Knott's Berry Farm). These tickets must be ordered two weeks in advance.

Busch Gardens, VA; Tampa, FL

       Here's To the Heroes Salute is extended to run 1/1/2010 to 12/31/2010 and provides a complimentary single-day admission per person, per year to an Anheuser-Busch Adventure Park for active duty military from any of the five service branches, active members of a reserve or National Guard unit and/or up to three direct dependants. Also eligible for the offer are members of foreign military forces serving in the coalitions in Iraq or Afghanistan or attached to American units in the U.S. for training. The offer is non-transferable and non-refundable. Inactive, standby and retired reserve members, military retirees, U.S. Merchant Marine and civilian Department of Defense workers are ineligible for the program. Valid for one complimentary single-day admission per person, per year, to one of the following SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment parks:

o SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio
o Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Williamsburg
o Sesame Place
o Adventure Island
o Water Country USA
* Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. is not part of this program.

     Register at www.herosalute.com and choose the park, then print your confirmation. Exchange the confirmation at the gate for entrance into the park. Please show a valid Department of Defense photo ID showing active status.
Water Country USA - closed until 2010 season
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum
Baltimore Harbor Cruises (Holiday and Winter Cruises) Vouchers
Baltimore Zoo Discount Voucher (via Military Travel Voucher Program)
Colonial Williamsburg
Jamestown / Yorktown
Bow Tie Cinema Tickets
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom (Allentown, PA) - closed until 2010 season
Dutch Wonderland - closed until 2010 season
Hershey Park, PA - closed until 2010 season
International Spy Museum, DC
Kings Dominion - Closed until 2010 season
Luray Caverns
Walt Disney World© Passes – Customize Your Disney Adventure – Four Major Parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, MGM and Animal Kingdom)
Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, Washington DC http://www.madametussaudsdc.com
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament - Book your reservation with ITT Annapolis and mention the code FRM9 and get a Royalty Upgrade absolutely FREE ($10 value per person). Upgrade includes VIP seating, commemorative program, behind the scenes DVD and banner. Be sure to check with the "Castle" for special promotions! http://www.medievaltimes.com/findcastles/baltimore/
Maryland Renaissance Festival Tickets (Annually from August - Oct)
National Aquarium, Baltimore
National Museum of Crime & Punishment (vouchers)
Sea World, Florida Tickets
Sesame Place - closed until 2010 season
Six Flags - Closed until 2010 season
Tourmobile Sightseeing - DC
Theater Show Tickets – Online! – MWR and Live Nation / Clear Channel Entertainment have teamed up to offer special savings to shows, concerts and events. Visit the on-line ticket site “Event Usher” to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the public. Visit the site often to see what is new. To order tickets: (1) Visit Eventusher website, (2) Enter the MWR Annapolis password 111ITTANNMD and (3) follow the instructions to pay with your credit card. Tickets will be mailed to the MWR Annapolis ITT Outlet in Bldg. #89 for pick up and eligibility verification.
Toby’s Dinner Theater (Columbia)
Toby’s Dinner Theater (Baltimore)
Universal Studios / Islands of Adventure / City Walk
Orlando 4-Park Flex Ticket and the Orlando 5-Park Flex Ticket
Wet n Wild, FL

Sea World and Busch Gardens Florida Offer Free 2^nd Day Ticket

Customers who purchase a Sea World Orlando or Busch Gardens (Tampa) ticket through the MWR ITT program are eligible to receive a second day ticket free. Customers must go to the front gate of the park and exchange their ticket for a new one to be used within 13 consecutive days of their first visit. Parking is not included and tickets are not transferable. Active duty customers visiting the parks on the free Here’s to the Heroes program may pay $10.65 at the front gate to receive their free second visit ticket. The price for Sea World tickets at MWR ITT is $58.75/child; $46.25/child. For more information, call 410-293-9207. ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

Book an Australian Vacation

MWR Annapolis’ Information, Ticket and Travel Office can help you book your dream trip to the land of the Outback. Customize your itinerary. Eligible patrons can use the website for exclusive access to negotiated rates for military and military affiliated personnel. Special rates include airfares with Quantas, hotel and apartments, car rental, tours and more! You can plan your experience to your liking whether it be to see the Outback, Sydney or the Great Barrier Reef. Once you have designed your trip, contact your MWR Annapolis ITT Coordinator at the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, Naval Support Activity Annapolis or call 410-293-9207. ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

Armed Forces Vacation Club Saves You Money

Book affordable vacations through the Armed Forces Vacation Club. The AFVC offers all DoD civilian personnel, reservists, active-duty, retired military and their family members (USNA contractors are also eligible) the opportunity to book a seven-night luxury resort vacation for only $329. Participating resorts are located around the world and throughout the United States. Accommodations are booked on a space-available basis. Check the club’s website at http://www.afvclub.com/ to search results and dates. To book your family vacation call 800-724-9988 and be sure to reference NAVSTA Annapolis account (111). For every confirmed booking, a rebate is received by MWR Annapolis and is used to support of quality of life programs at NSA Annapolis. For more information, call MWR ITT at 410-293-9207. ITT Services available M-F, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. only!

Policy on Fitness Center Fees & Services

FREE use of the Fitness Center for DoD Civilians (active and retired with proof of retirement) and their family members throughout Naval District Washington fitness facilities went into effect on November 1, 2006. (Family members are defined as spouse and children; adult age children with valid student ID). DoD civilians may bring their family members to the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis to obtain a fitness center access card.

Active duty, reservists, retired military and their families, continue to have free access to the Fitness Center. Full-time USNA Contractors may pay a membership fee of $300 per year, $44 per month or $11 per day. Guests of active duty, retired military, reservists, or DoD civilians are $5/day or $11 for Contractors. For more information, call 410-293-9200 or 9211.

The MWR Annapolis Fitness Center is located in the Recreational Services Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis and includes a gym, weight and cardiovascular rooms and racquetball courts, recreational equipment in the lobby and an intramural sports program. Fitness equipment includes treadmills, cross-trainers, recumbent bikes, upright bikes, stair-masters, Hammer Strength equipment and an FM wireless fitness cinema. The fitness center has men’s and women’s showers with day lockers, a co-ed sauna, free towel checkout, racquetball gear, weight belts, basketballs and other equipment checkout.

No youths under the age of 10 are permitted in any area of the Fitness center. Youth ages 10 through 14 are authorized access to the Fitness Center under the following guidelines: Youth in the approved age range must be accompanied at all times in all areas of the fitness center by a parent or a legal guardian. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Saturday, Sunday and federal holidays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 410-293-9200.

Recreational Services Bldg. #89

Naval Support Activity Annapolis

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Mark Maier and customer

Athletic / Fitness Events / Classes / Services

Captain’s Cup Tournaments are open to active duty only. The next tournament will be 8-Ball Tournament on February 16-17 at 11:15 a.m. in the Liberty Zone, lower deck of Bldg. #89. Sign up in advance with your unit sports representative or call MWR at 410- 293-9210. For a copy of the flyer, visit: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Fitness/2010_Captain%27sCup&Intramural_Poster.pdf
Intramural Sports - The next coaches meeting will be for Intramural Volleyball on February 24 at 11:15 a.m. in the Recreation Bldg. #89. Rosters are due March 12. League begins March 22, 2010. Intramural sports are free for all military and family members; DoD civilians or DoD family members pay $30 each per sport; USNA Contractors pay $44 per sport; payment of intramural fees allows individuals to use the Fitness Center for one month. For details, call 410-293-9211. For a copy of the flyer: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Fitness/2010_Captain%27sCup&Intramural_Poster.pdf
Personal Training and Fitness Assessments - Tony Compton, Certified Health Fitness Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine is the MWR Fitness Director and Mark Maier, Certified Health Fitness Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine, is the MWR Fitness Specialist. MWR Fitness offers computerized fitness assessments using the “MicroFit” system and personal training sessions. The assessment provides information to help you establish an exercise routine to achieve your desired fitness goal. The fitness evaluation includes height, weight, resting heart rate, blood pressure, body composition analysis using skin fold calipers, cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and flexibility. Personal training is $20/hour; $15/person/hour for a group of two. Computerized fitness assessments cost $20; computerized assessments are FREE for active duty personnel. Please note that all active duty military have priority, so available times may be limited. For an appointment, call 410-293-9226.
For a schedule of Health & Fitness Events scheduled by MWR, the Naval Health Clinic Annapolis and Fleet & Family Support Center Annapolis, visit: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Fitness/2010_Health&FitnessEvents_Poster.pdf
WOW - "Women on Weights" at 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays in the Recreational Services Building #89 (MWR Fitness Center) Weight Room. This is a fun workout atmosphere for women of all ages! This is an on going class designed for women to maintain muscular strength, develop muscle tone, increase functional mobility & flexibility, and meet exciting new people! Available for all women allowed access to the MWR. FREE - No signup required! Call 410-293-9204 the day before for updated class schedule information.
"Lunch Time Abs” Class from Noon to 12:30 p.m., Monday & Friday in the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89 (MWR Fitness Center) Weight Room. This is an on going class designed to strengthen the core muscles and enhance your fitness workouts. It is available to all patrons who are allowed access to MWR. FREE - no signup required. Call 410-293-9204 the day before for updated class schedule information.
"Fitness for My Life" from 4 to 5 p.m. AND 5 to 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays in the MWR Recreational Services Building #89 (MWR Fitness Center) - Cardio Room. This new program has your heart setting the pace for your workout in order to increase your aerobic endurance or to meet your demands for weight loss. Meet with a Fitness Specialist to determine your Target Heart Rate and start Fitness for YOUR LIFE! Heart Rate Monitors may be given but are limited to 8 patrons. Available to all patrons allowed access to the MWR.

MWR Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is available by prior appointment. MWR has a terrific massage therapist (Sharon) who specializes in soft tissue release, Swedish relaxation, deep tissue, prenatal, and myofacial release. The MWR Massage Studio is located in the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis. Customers must pay for their sessions prior to their appointment. Cost is $40 for a ½ hour session; $60 for one hour. Gift certificates are available. For an appointment, call Sharon at 410-279-2070.

Liberty Zone

The Liberty Zone, the recreation center for single and unaccompanied E1-E6 active duty personnel, is located in the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, Naval Station Annapolis. The center features a surround sound theater, computers, WIFI connectivity, video games, TV / lounging area, self-serve snack area and kitchen facilities, pools tables, foosball table, and a darts area. The “Zone” is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 9 a.m. to midnight; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to midnight; Sundays and federal holidays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sign up and pay for trips / activities / shuttle service in advance.

Upcoming events and trips include:

Texas Holdem’ Tournaments are held on thed 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month at 5:30 p.m. with free snacks, prizes, social opportunities, and great 5-card action! New players always welcome! No registration – free snacks are served at 5:30 p.m.; game starts at 6 p.m. sharp. "Wings To Go" Chicken Poker Nights are the second Wednesday of each month featuring tasty wings and a $25 gift certificate for dinner for first place winner; Papa John's Pizza Poker Night is the fourth Wednesday of each month featuring hot, fresh pizza and a pizza voucher for 5 pizzas ($65 value) for the first place winner.

Liberty Zone – Super Bowl XLIV Party

Join the Liberty Zone staff for a “Super Bowl Party” on Sunday, February 7, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. in the Liberty Zone in the Rec Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis. Plan on having great food, playing games and contests with a chance of winning fabulous prizes like American Idol Director’s Chairs from Coca Cola or Taco Bell Gift Cards. The Liberty Zone is open to all single and unaccompanied E1-E6 active duty and 1 guest (must be 18 or older). The Super Bowl party is free for Liberty Zone-eligible customers and $5/person for guests. For more information, call Ivory Harris, Liberty Coordinator, at 410-293-9214 or iharris@usna.edu

Other upcoming LZ events are:

Bowling Night - Feb. 5; $10 for 2 games of bowling and shoe rental; transportation provided

Super Bowl XLIV Party - Feb. 7 with prizes, food, games and fun! FREE, 5:30 p.m. Win an American Idol Director’s chair from Coca Cola or Gift Cards from Taco Bell!
http://www.usna.edu/MWR/LibertyZone/SuperBowXLIVFlyer.pdf

Wings to Go Chicken Poker - Feb. 10; 5:30 p.m. for Wings from Wings To Go, Pasadena followed by Texas Hold’em

Mt. Vernon Estates Trip - Feb. 13; visit the home of George Washington

Valentine’s Day - FREE Hershey Kisses at the LZ

Fat Tuesday Celebration - Feb. 16; enjoy a Mardi Gras-style party with snacks; games and prizes including American Idol Director’s chair from Coca Cola!

Dave & Buster’s Trip - Feb. 17; van departs at 6 p.m.; pay for your own food and games

For upcoming Papa John's Pizza Poker nights in 2009, click on this link:

http://www.usna.edu/MWR/LibertyZone/PapaJohn%27sPizzaPokerFlyer-09-10.pdf

For upcoming Chick-fil-A...uto Nights at the Auto Skills Shop in 2009, click on this link:
http://www.usna.edu/MWR/LibertyZone/Chick-fil-A..utoPoster-09.pdf

For more information, see the quarterly calendar at

http://www.usna.edu/MWR/LibertyZone/LZCalendar-JAN-FEB-MAR10.pdf or call 410-293-9214.

From the School Liaison Officer . . . .

School Liaison Officer Position Broadens Navy’s Child-Youth Program
The Department of the Navy recognizes the stress that frequent assignment moves and multiple deployments put on military families. To ease the educational transition of students caused by frequent school changes, Child and Youth Program has implemented the School Liaison Officer (SLO) program. The School Liaison Officer’s primary function is to provide transition support to DoD-eligible families with school-age children. The SLO is the focal point of contact between the installation commander, parents and the community at large and the local school administration. The School Liaison Officer will provide the following services: School Transition Services, Deployment Support, Liaison Communications, Partnerships in Education, Home School Link Support, Post-Secondary Preparation.
The School Liaison Officer position helps to level the playing field for military / DoD children by ensuring the student is able to attain the highest achievement at any assigned location. Parents and community members with questions on school-age military / DoD child education may contact Carol Mohsberg, School Liaison Officer, NSA Annapolis at mohsberg@usna.edu or 410-293-2641.

Free Respite Care
Need a break or temporary relief? Navy Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Respite Care helps Navy families who have children with special needs by providing up to 40 hours of respite care per month per EFMP Child. This service allow spouses temporary relief to attend appointments or gather some much needed rest, without having to worry about the well being of their child. There are NO income restrictions and this service is FREE to eligible Navy families. Eligible Navy families must: • Be enrolled in the EFMP program • Reside in Maryland or Washington DC area • Have a child ranging in age from 0-18 that has special needs or a disability. Call Child Care Aware at 800-424-2246 to enroll in this program or contact Brooke Kaiser, Easter Seals Respite Services at 310-920-9718 or by email at bkaiser@eseal.org .

Interested in being an AVID tutor?
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is offered in all middle and high schools in the Anne Arundel County Public School system. The program is designed to offer support to students in grades 6-12 who are in the academic “middle.” Students apply to be in AVID and interview with a panel of faculty members before being accepted into the program. These students want to work harder and be more successful. Students who are accepted into the AVID program commit to 1-2 hours of home per night, a schedule change to include advanced courses, excellent behavior and attendance. AVID tutors are needed to work with small groups of students for a minimum of one hour per week, during regular school hours, at one of 19 middle schools or 12 high schools with the program. There will be two more opportunities to be trained as an AVID volunteer this school year- February 12 and March 10. Training will include an overview the AVID program and a description of tutor roles and responsibilities. Both training sessions will run from 0900-1230 at the Carol Parham Building (Anne Arundel County Public School headquarters) on Riva Road in Annapolis. For more information on becoming an AVID tutor, call Carol Mohsberg, Navy School Liaison at 410-293-2641, or mohsberg@usna.edu or Jennifer Ballard, AVID Teacher Specialist, at 410-222-5458 or, jballard1@aacps.org

2010 Scholarships for Military Children

It’s time for students to apply for the 2010 DECA Scholarship for Military Children which opened on November 3. Scholarship applications are now available at all commissaries worldwide or online through a link at https://www.commissaries.com

and directly at http://www.militaryscholar.org. Only dependent, unmarried children, younger than age 21(age 23 if enrolled as a full time student at a college or university) of active duty personnel, reserve, Guard and retired military members, survivors of service members who died while on active duty, or survivors of individuals who died while receiving retired pay from the military may apply for the scholarship. Eligibility is determined using DEERS, the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System database. The applicant must be planning to attend, or already attending, an accredited college or university full time in the fall of 2010, or be enrolled in a program of students designed to transfer directly into a four year program. Applications must be turned into a commissary by close of business February 17. At least one scholarship will be awarded at every commissary location with qualified applicants. For additional information, contact the NSA Annapolis Commissary at 410-293-9030.

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Child Development Center

The Child Development Center of the U.S. Naval Academy Complex, provides quality childcare, preschool and pre-K programs for active duty and DoD families, Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eligibility is open to active duty military, DoD civilian employees, reservists on active duty and DoD contractors assigned to or residing at the U.S. Naval Academy Complex. Priority access will be established on a waiting list. Fees for childcare at the center are based on total family income. Current shot records are required at the time of registration. Bring Leave and Earning statements and / or pay stubs to register.

Parents who are on the waiting list or who wish to be placed on the list for childcare in the Child Development Program at the Annapolis Complex can call the Central Enrollment and Waiting List (CEWL) at 1-877-269-9322 or 1-202-433-3059 or register online at https://qol.persnet.navy.mil/CYPWeb/Web/RFC/RequestForCare.aspx **Parents: Please Remember that you need to call every 90 days and update the information so your name will be retained on the waiting list.

Hourly Care Service
Hourly care is open to children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years old at the Child Development Center, NSA Annapolis. Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance and no more than 25 hours per week are permitted for hourly care. All military and DoD civilian families are eligible for hourly care services. Contact the CDC at 410-293-9390 for more information and costs. Individual Augmentee spouses may be eligible for free hourly care - for information call the Fleet and Family Support Center at 410-293-2641.

The Child Development Center is a participant in the USDA Food Program. For information on eligibility guidelines and income table, click here!

For more information on services or fees, call 410-293-9390.

Volunteer Readers / Speakers Interact with CDC Children

The Child Development Program at Naval Support Activity Annapolis has a Guest Reader / Guest Speaker Program at the center, and is looking for volunteers to participate with the preschool age children. Volunteers read a simple story from books provided by the CDC staff or one of their own favorite children’s book. Reading sessions are held twice a month in the morning, usually during the first and third weeks of the month. A reading session lasts about 10 to 15 minutes and is arranged to meet the volunteer’s and children’s schedules. The center is also looking for guest speakers who would be willing to visit the center and “show and tell” the children what they do everyday. Volunteers can range from homemakers to helicopter pilots. A guest speaker is scheduled in the morning during the last week of the month. Guest speaker sessions usually last 10 to 15 minutes. To be a part of this exciting curriculum as a volunteer reader or speaker, please call the Training and Curriculum Specialist at 410-293-9391.

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Child Development Home Program

CDH program offers self-employment as a child development provider to dependents of active and retired military, reservists and Department of Defense civilian employees living on and off base. Providers attend 20 hours of orientation classes including CPR and First Aid. National background checks are performed on all CDH providers. Their homes are inspected by the Naval Academy fire department, safety office and preventive medicine department. CDH program offers providers the opportunity to work in their home and watch their own children grow and develop while at the same time caring for children and earning an additional income. CDH homes provide a warm, family setting in which children can participate developmentally appropriate learning activities and home-life experiences. The children are able to build a trusting relationship with a provider who will foster their curiosity and creativity, provide guidance and give them the hugs they need.
CDH homes have space available for new children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Some providers also offer evening and weekend drop-in care. If you need child care or would like to become a provider, call 410-293-9395.

CDH Rates Subsidized

Starting October 1, 2007, parents will have the option to enroll their children in a Child Development Home at a rate comparable to Navy Child Development Centers. Subsidy rates are determined by a DoD standardized formula based upon BAS / BAH and total family income to determine weekly fees. For an application, call Michelle Jackson, CDH Monitor at 410-293-9395.

Navy CYP Operational Procedures for Child Care for Ombudsman / IA Sailors and Severely Injured Service Members

Child Care (ages 0-12) for Ombudsman Performing Official Duties. All Ombudsman shall be directed to complete the on-line Request for Care (RFC) form at www.mwr.navy.mil. Ombudsman completing the on-line RFC form must check the block that they are Ombudsman when prompted. The request for care form will then be forwarded to the HQ RFC inbox. Leslie Bowman from our HQ staff will then work with each case directly. This is only for child care for children of Ombudsman and only for child care while they are performing their official duties.

Child Care (ages 0-12) for IA Sailors and Severely Injured Service Members (OEF/OIF only). Effective immediately, children of sponsors with this status shall be given number 1 priority within our Central Waiting List process. Two methods are to be used to verify if members are in either one of these categories: 1) IA Sailors shall provide a copy of orders that state that they are IA members; 2) Severely Injured Service (OEF/OIF only) shall provide documentation that they are enrolled in the Safe Harbor program (if member is from another Service, please confirm eligibility with CNIC HQ point of contact listed below). Please ensure that all local advertising, publications, etc. reflect the above information. The CNIC HQ point of contact is Ms. Leslie Bowman at 901-874-6699/DSN 882-6699 or leslie.c.bowman@navy.mil.

MWR Youth Programs - Member Affiliate of Boys and Girls Clubs of America

School Age Care Program and Teen Programs

Membership for the Youth Center is free and includes all open recreation activities (membership forms are at Youth Center). There is a small fee for special events, snacks and trips. For information on Youth Sports, click here. For Team Sports League Survey, click here.

School-Age Care Program - with AM and PM Transportation
School-Age Care Program is ongoing at the Billy the Kid Youth Center, Naval Support Activity Annapolis. The center is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The SAC program operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. and from 3 to 5:30 p.m. (excluding federal holidays) and includes supervised activities such as arts and crafts, indoor / outdoor games, homework time and an afternoon snack. Additional care will be provided for early dismissals, parent-teacher conferences, in-service days and snow days. Anne Arundel County School Bus transportation is available before and after school to Annapolis Elementary and Severn River Middle. Van transportation provided by the Youth Center is available for before and after school care ONLY from West Annapolis Elementary School on a limited space basis. Van transportation from the Youth Center to school leaves at approximately 7:45 a.m. Children are picked up by the Youth Center staff from West Annapolis Elementary School at 2:50 p.m. Program fees range from $35 to $156 bi-weekly per child and are based on total family income. There is a 20% discount for each additional child enrolled. Parents need to bring a Leave and Earnings Statement or pay stub when registering their children. The program is open to dependents of all active duty, active reservists and DoD civilian employees. For details, call Rhiannon DiMaggio, SAC Coordinator, at 410-293-9396 or visit this link: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Child-YouthPrograms/School-AgeCareRegistration_09 10SchoolYear_ANNAPOLIS_LETTERFLYER
Teen Fitness Program - weight training sessions and fitness workouts geared to enhance sports participation are offered by MWR Youth Programs at the Recreational Services Bldg. #89, NSA Annapolis for kids ages 11-15 (must be at least in 6th grade) on Mondays and Wednesdays 5 to 6 p.m. during the school year. Teens need a permission slip signed by parents before participating. For details, call Rebecca Karun, Youth Sports Coordinator, at 410-293-4998. For a copy of the flyer: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/YOUTHSPORTS/TeenFitness&Workouts-Annapolis
Youth Center Open Recreation and Cooking Classes - Open Recreation for kids ages 6-17 is every Friday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and is free. Ages 10 and under must be signed in and out by a parent. Cooking classes for ages 11-17 are on Tuesdays at 4 p.m. For details, call 410-293-9396 or 4998 or visit these links: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Child-YouthPrograms/OpenRec_2009 or http://www.usna.edu/MWR/Child-YouthPrograms/TeenCookingClub-Annapolis
Teen Room – M-F from 3 to 5:30 p.m. for middle school and high school kids with a YC membership. Teens have access to TV with cable, game table, computer room, magazines, X-Box, Playstation 2, and a comfortable sitting area

Youth Center Receives National Accreditation

The Billy the Kid Youth Center has been accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), an independent not-for-profit international accreditor of the full continuum of community-based behavioral health care and human service organizations. COA accreditation is an objective and reliable verification that provides confidence and support to an after school program's children and youth, parents, staff and community partners. COA accreditation process involves a detailed review and analysis of both a program's administrative operations and its service delivery practices, measured against national standards of best practice. These standards emphasize services that are accessible, appropriate, culturally responsive, evidence based, and outcomes-oriented. The process confirms that services are provided by a skilled and supported workforce and that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Congratulations to the staff at the Billy the Kid Youth Center!

Boys & Girls Clubs of America Offer Character Building Program at NSA Annapolis

The MWR Youth Center is a Member Affiliate Organization of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and offers teens the opportunity to be members of Torch Clubs. Sponsored by Staples Foundation for Learning, Inc. and Staples, Inc., Torch Clubs help young people make a successful transition into late adolescence by fostering positive self-esteem and personal growth, building listening and speaking skills and reinforcing academic achievement. Torch Clubs also play a vital role in day-to-day running of a club, using critical peer-to-peer interaction to build positive character traits and interpersonal skills among pre-teens. Torch Club members become role models and ambassadors for promoting character, tolerance, diversity and inclusion, and each year, hundreds of Torch Club youth conduct service projects in their Clubs and communities proving they are on their way to becoming responsible, caring citizens and leaders. We want to provide our Navy youth with the same opportunities. If you would be interested in learning more about our program for your child, please contact Teen Coordinator at 410-293-4998 .

Auto Skills Shop

The self-help Auto Skills Shop has eight automotive bays (four with hydraulic lift) and a variety tools and equipment, including a Diagnostic Scanner, a tire mounter, timing light, electric drill, wash tank, grease tank, brake lathe, hoists, engine stands, Snap-on tools, tire balancer and puller set. Bay time is $3/hour; $5/hour with a lift. Check on your vehicle with the shop’s new “All Data” computer car manual program for information on recalls, service bulletins and make / model updates. The shop is open Fridays from 12:30 to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. The shop is closed Monday through Thursday and federal holidays. For information, call 410-293-3859.

MWR FAMCAMP

(MWR operates the FAMCAMP on Naval Station Annapolis. Facilities include a concrete pad, water and electric at each of the 14 RV sites, a central dump station and bathhouse with hot showers year-round. MWR accepts Golden Access / Age passports (50% discount on rates). For more information, call 410-293-9200. Click here for FAMCAMP page.

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Carr Creek Marina

Haul Outs and Winter Hours in Effect
Carr Creek Marina is located on the east end of Naval Support Activity Annapolis and is open to all Department of Defense customers, including active duty of all services, DoD civilian employees, military retirees, reservists and family members.

The season for hauling, washing, and storing for privately owned boats, is in effect. Haul Outs are done by appointment only. Winter hours are in effect from September to May:

Office: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Operational hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

During summer hours (May to Sept), the Marina offers powerboat rentals and sailing lessons. Power boats include 15 and 17 Whalers. Sailboats include 22’ Capris, 24’ Rainbows and a 25’ Catalina. Boats must be returned one hour prior to closings.

Also during summer hours, sailing lessons are held every weekend (Friday evening, all day Saturday and Sunday) and successful completion earns a "B" qualification card. Lessons cost $182/person and must be booked by reservation. Customers interested in sailing lessons should apply as soon as possible as a waiting list is maintained throughout the year (applications are available from the webpage: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/MWRSailingLessonsForm.htm

The Marina has slips, moorings and dry storage for boats. There is a storage lot for recreational vehicles, boats on trailers and popup campers (no automobiles) and priority is given to active duty housing residents at the Annapolis complex. For more information, call 410-293-3731 or 2058 or visit: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/marinarental-storagefees.htm

Carr Creek Marina also operates the CDR John L. Dunning, Jr. Pier at Mill Creek off Greenbury Point, NSA Annapolis. The pier is designated as a "Clean Marina Partner" by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources under the Clean Marina Program. The pier has 32 slips for year-round in-water berthing. Slips are contracted annually by application on a priority status basis. Eligible patrons interested in renting a marina slip at Mill Creek can fill out an application (applications can be downloaded from the webpage: http://www.usna.edu/MWR/millcreekapplication.htm and mailed to MWR Carr Creek Marina, 89 Bennion Road, Naval Support Activity Annapolis, MD 21402-5058 or faxed to 410-293-3410.
Marina slips vary in size and some slips accommodate boats up to 40'. A priority list will be used if slip requests exceed the number of slips available. For a copy of the Mill Creek Pier Boat Slip Standard Operating Policy (SOP), please click here.

Visit the MWR Annapolis webpage at http://www.usna.edu/MWR and click on the Marina links for more information or call 410-293-3731 or 2058.

For more information, call 410-293-3731 or for more information on Marina services, click here.

MWR Party Room and Pavilion Rentals

MWR rents party rooms and picnic pavilions. Retelle Room is located on Naval Support Activity Annapolis and accommodates approximately 100 people. There are kitchen facilities, pool and ping pong tables and restrooms. It also has a brick BBQ with grill, a covered patio and is adjacent to a softball field. (Retelle Room is not available for rental until further notice.)

MWR also rents the Bay Room located at Greenbury Point. The Bay Room accommodates 80 people. It offers similar features as the Retelle Room plus a view of the Chesapeake Bay. It is available year-round with heat and / or air conditioning. Balloon Bouquets with 12" balloons may be ordered 48 hours in advance for your events at a cost of $9 per dozen for latex (limit of 3 dozen per rental); $2.25 each for mylar. Balloons may be picked up on the day of the event at the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89. Rental fee for the Retelle Room or Bay Room is $65 plus a $150 refundable deposit. Reservations may be made no more than three months in advance.

MWR also offers the use of outdoor pavilions at Naval Support Activity Annapolis. North Severn Pavilions A & B are located across the street from North Severn Pool. Retelle Pavilion is located on the Severn River at Retelle Beach, past the RV campground and Mill Creek Pavilion is located near the CDR John L. Dunning, Jr. Memorial Pier at Mill Creek. North Pool Pavilions A & B accommodate 96 people and have charcoal grills. Retelle Beach and Mill Creek Pavilion accommodate 48 people. Rental cost for each pavilion is $55 in addition to the $150 refundable deposit required at the time of reservation. For more information, call MWR at 410-293-9200. For more information, call MWR at 410-293-9200.

Photo of picnic pavilions Photo of picnic pavilion playground
North Severn Picnic Pavilions and Playground

Bay Room
Photo of Retelle Room

Retelle Room (Not available for rental until further notice)

Photos by MWR Marketing

Camping & Sports Equipment Rentals

MWR rents tents, ground tarps, screened gazebos, camp cots; ice chests; propane lantern, flashlight lanterns, 2-person cook sets and crab nets to help you experience the great outdoors.
For sports / recreational kits such as softball kits, badminton and croquets sets, footballs, basketballs, volleyballs and horseshoes, or to reserve RV sites at the MWR FAMCAMP, stop by the front desk of Bldg. #89, Naval Station Annapolis, Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. or 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and Federal Holidays. For more information, call 410-293-9200.

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MWR Positions Available

For job information, see www.usna.edu/MWR/employmentopportunities.htm or call Janice, NAF Personnel, at 301-342-3653.

HOW TO APPLY FOR POSITIONS:

Submit current Resume or OF-612 with OF-306 to

Dept of the Navy,

47402 Buse Road, Bldg 467, Suite A

Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, MD 20670

Attn: Janice, NAF Personnel

Note: All applicants must address the qualification requirements on your resume/application. If all required qualifications are not sited on your
resume/application, you will be disqualified.

Direct inquiries to: Janice, NAF Personnel 301-342-3653; For an OF-612 application, call 301-324-3653.

Gift Certificates!

MWR Annapolis offers you a variety of ways to “give” and save money, too! There are gift certificates for massage therapy and personal trainers. You can save money by purchasing movies passes or theater tickets. For more information on prices, call the MWR Annapolis Information, Tickets and Travel Outlet at 410-293-9200 or stop by the Outlet in the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89, Naval Support Activity Annapolis.

MWR Annapolis Recreation Services Automates

MWR Recreational Services at Naval Support Annapolis is automating its business services by upgrading from a “cash register” system to the RecTrac Point of Sales system. RecTrac is already in place at some of the other installations in Naval District Washington.

The new system requires a limited database and makes future transactions more convenient and efficient for customers. MWR is asking customers at the Annapolis Area Complex to complete a brief data card and save time by submitting this information in advance of their next transaction.

The data card form can be found at the link below. Copy and paste the link into your browser’s URL. Please print a copy of the form and return it either in person to the MWR Recreational Services Bldg. #89 or FAX it to 410-293-9205.

http://www.usna.edu/MWR/RecTrac/RecTracDatabaseForm_NSAAnnapolis_1-09.pdf

Forms will also be available at Bldg. #89. For more information, call Tony Figlia, MWR Recreation Director, at 410-293-9210.

MWR Recreation Building “Rear Entrance Access”

MWR provides customers with access to the Recreation Building #89 through the rear entrance nearest the cardio vascular fitness area (Cardio Room Entrance). This convenient access provides customers easier and quicker access to the Recreation Building from the rear parking lot. Access to the front entrance remains unchanged.

Cardio Room Entrance will be available Monday - Friday (no holidays and weekends) from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. until March 21. A customer sign-in log will be available at the rear entrance, however guests of customers must report to the Customer Service Desk on the 1st Deck to pay guest fees. The Recreation Building is equipped with a surveillance camera monitoring system for your safety and security. As always, if you have questions about this enhanced service, please contact Tony Figlia, MWR Recreation Director, at 410-293-9210.

Thank you for your continued patronage and Happy Holidays!

NOTICE: Oil Disposal Station Temporarily Unavailable

The oil disposal station at the Navy Exchange Gas Station, Naval Support Activity Annapolis, is temporarily unavailable due to the construction of the new MWR Car Wash in that location. The oil disposal station will be relocated in the gas station compound with an expected completion date of February 2010. MWR apologizes for this inconvenience and suggest that a county waste management facility be used in the interim. For locations in the county, please call Anne Arundel County Waste Management at 410-222-6100. (The nearest disposal station to NSA Annapolis is the Millersville Landfill & Resource Recovery Facility, 389 Burns Crossing Road, Severn, MD; Mon-Sat 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Closed all holidays.) MWR Annapolis thanks you for your patience.

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Last Update:   February 5, 2010
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