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January 2015

SPOTLIGHT ON...

This magazine is published by Marine Corps Community Services Henderson Hall, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall,

P.O. Box 4009, Arlington, Virginia, 22204-0009, for Marines, other service

members, retirees, and their family members in the National Capital

Region and beyond. Please visit us at www.mccsHH.com.

The appearance of advertising and sponsors’ logos does not constitute

federal or Marine Corps endorsement.

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Editor Doriann Geller

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Graphic Artist Barbara J. Mitchell

Advertising Sales Brian J. Meers 571-483-1956

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mccsHH Issue #12

January 2015

Melat Baraki, an MCX sales associate who did the right thing. Melat had the opportu-nity to do something extraordinary one day at work when she found a ring: she turned it in to Lost and Found. With no identifying markings on the ring, it was held for the allotted time before being donated to the Fort Myer Thrift Shop. The thrift shop placed the ring in their safe and had it appraised. It appraised for $14,000!

The ring stayed in their safe until a Thrift Shop employee noticed a bulletin from law enforcement. The employee alerted the manager, and Criminal Investigation Division (CID)was contacted. The photo in the bulletin was a match for the one in the safe, and the owner and ring were re-united! For her honesty and integrity in turning the ring in, Melat was awarded 15% of its value.

Melat was given the award at a ceremony on December 19 in the Marine Corps Exchange. Her director and a representative of the command presented her with a “check” for $2,100 and thanked her for her honesty.

January3 SMP UFC 182, The Kickback (see page 11)5 Get Fit Stay Fit , Cpl Terry L. Smith Gym (see page 4)5 Polar Bear Challenge, Zembiec Pool5 New Year New You 8-Week Weight Loss Contest, Smith Gym (see page 12)13 Welcome Aboard Orientation, Bldg. 29

February 1 SMP Super Bowl Party, The Kickback4 Free Throw Contest, Smith Gym7 Teen Free Throw Contest, Smith Gym10 Welcome Aboard Orientation, Bldg. 2917 SMP Mardi Gras

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Monday – Friday 7 AM – 4 PM

Saturday 9 AM – 4 PM

Sunday 10 AM – 4 PM

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Stop by for breakfast and lunch! sandwiches wrapssoupssalads

Now through January 27 daily 1 – 3 PM $1 off grande and venti sizes

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Q. Does Smith Gym offer group exercise classes?A. Yes, we do! Among our current class offerings are Zumba® and Spin.

Q. Do you offer HITT?A. Yes, we do! Our HITT Program is open only to active duty personnel and Marine reservists, by Marine Corps Order. Instructor-led classes are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Tuesday and Thursday, we offer Open-Gym HITT.

Q. Who teaches your classes?A. Gym staff and the MCCS Marines teach the HITT

classes, and our other group exercise classes are taught by contract instructors. Anyone who is certified as a HITT

instructor may teach a HITT class for his or her unit.

Q. Where can I find out the schedule?A. It’s on our webpage, www.mccsHH.com/SmithGym.html.

Q. Do you publish a monthly calendar of classes?A. We no longer publish a monthly calendar due to the fluidity of our class schedules.

Q. How can I find out when the classes are, then?A. Our most current schedule is on our webpage. However, we add or delete exercise options as instructors are available, and, when we do, we will update the webpage with the new schedule.

Q. What about last-minute changes?A. Please like mccsHH on Facebook, where we post updates in advance. To ensure that a class is taking place, call the gym front desk at 703-614-7214. As our instructors are contractors and occasionally must cancel, the front desk will have the most up-to-date information.

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Earn points while working out! Track your workouts • Total your points • Earn awards for your efforts

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Points EarnedPer class or per 30 – 60 minute session

Exercise Classes (Spin, Zumba® for example): 15 points Cardio (Treadmill, Bike, Elliptical, i.e.): 10 pointsStrength Training (Biceps, Triceps, Back, Legs,i.e.): 10 points HITT: (Active duty and Reservists ONLY): 20 points

Fill out your card at the front desk. When you reach 500 points, you’re eligible for an award. Points will continue to accumulate toward the next level and the next award.

Incentive Awards (Limited quantities — start early!)

500 points –Drawstring Bag1000 points – Water Bottle2000 points – Towel 5000 points – Backpack10,000 points – Gym Bag

www.mccsHH.com • 703-614-8759

STARTS JANUARY 5, 2015 !

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Marine & Family ProgramsJanuary 2015

Education and Career Services 703-614-9104www.mccsHH.com/Learning.html

7: SAT 8 AM – 12:30 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

14: Pentagon Outreach 9 AM – 3 PM, Corridors 1 & 2, 2d Deck, Inner Ring

21: ACT 8 AM – Noon, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

28: TABE 8:30 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Mondays (except January 19): DLAB 8:30 – 10:30 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Tuesdays (except January 20): DLPT 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Wednesdays: DSST and CLEP 9 – 11 AM & 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204 Prospective test takers must register in advance by calling 703-525-7275.

Wednesdays: College 101/Tuition Assistance Brief 1:30 – 2:30 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Thursdays (except January 1): AFCT 8:30 – 11:30 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Career Resource Management Center 703-614-6828www.mccsHH.com/CRMC.html

5 – 9: Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) for Separatees 7:45 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104

8: Military Spouse Employment Orientation 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

8, 22: VA Claims Assistance 7:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103. Appointments only; please call 703-614-6828 to schedule.

8, 22: Capstone Screening 9 AM – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 201. Appointments only; please call 703-614-6828 to schedule.

12 – 13: Accessing Higher Education Pathway (Supplement for TRS for Separatees) 9 AM – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

12 – 16: Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) for Retirees 7:45 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104

14: DTAP 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

15: Interviewing 101: The Secret to Becoming the Candidate 9 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

22: Cracking the Code to the Federal Hiring Process 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

26 – 30: Senior Leadership Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) 7:45 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104

28: Marketing Your Volunteer Experience 9 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

13: Welcome Aboard Orientation 8 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 105

29: PCS Class 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room

Information & Referral Program 703-614-7202www.mccsHH.com/Information.html

Relocation Assistance Program 703–614–7202www.mccsHH.com/RAP.html

Call to coordinate an individual class tailored to your questions on any subject at any time to fit your schedule.

All classes held 11:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29 Rm. 204

7: Basic Budgets: Income, Expenses & Spending Plans

8: Credit Management

14: Consumer Awareness

15: Strategies for Car Buying

16: Home Buying & Mortgages

20 –23: Command Financial Specialist Course (4 days)

28: Investing: Basics of Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, TSP & Time Value of Money

29: Investing: Focus on Mutual Funds

30: Planning for Retirement From Active Duty — Then For Good

Please call 703-614-6950 to register by 4:30 PM the day before each class is scheduled.

Personal Financial Management Program 703-614-6950www.mccsHH.com/Finance.html

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Marine & Family ProgramsJanuary 2015

15: SSI and Medicaid Waiver Brief 11 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 12 Conference Room. Register by January 13.

19: SSI and Medicaid Waiver Brief 11 AM – 1 PM, Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C. Register by January 16.

22: Respite Care Program Orientation Noon – 1 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. Register by January 20 at 703-693-5353.

Exceptional Family Member Program 703-693-5353www.mccsHH.com/EFMP.html

6, 13, 20, 27: Men’s Domestic Violence Intervention Group 9 – 11 AM, 26 week program. Bldg. 12, Conference Room

7, 14, 21, 28: Anger Management 9 – 11 AM, 8-week session. Bldg. 12, Conference Room

13, 20, 27: Coping with Work and Family Life Stress 3 – 4:30 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room

Wednesdays: After Hours Community Counseling 4:30 – 7 PM. Bldg. 12, Conference Room. CCP provides counseling services for active-duty and retired service members and their families. We offer individual, couple, family, child, and group counseling services. By appointment only.

Registration is required for all classes/workshops.

24 Hour Victim Advocate HOTLINE: 703-693-6611

Military Family Life CounselorsTo schedule appointments with the Military Family Life

Counselors call 571-581-8016 or 703-414-9885

New Parent Support Program 703-614-7204www.mccsHH.com/NPSP.html

5: 1-2-3 Magic™ 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room

7, 14, 21, 28: Little Patriots Play Group 10 – 11 AM, USO Center at Indian Head, MD NPSP Play Group refreshments sponsored by

8, 15, 22, 29: JBM-HH Indoor Play Group 10 – 11:30 AM, Memorial Chapel

12: Cooperative Parenting & Divorce Noon – 4 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room

23: Baby Boot Camp 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Please call for location. Baby Boot Camp free lunch is sponsored by

Parent Child Interaction Therapy is accepting new referrals.

Behavioral Health Program 703-614-7204www.mccsHH.com/Counseling.html

Family Advocacy Program/Victim Services 703-614-7204www.mccsHH.com/FAP.html

12, 26: Tutor & Buddy Program 12:15 AM – 1:30 PM, Barcroft Elementary School Mentors are needed. Transportation is provided; the bus departs at 12:15 PM near the pull-up bars at Cpl Terry L. Smith Gym.

The School Liaison is available to provide information and resources for K-12 school aged children.

School Liaison 703-693-8378www.mccsHH.com/Liaison.html

5:Four Lenses™ Noon – 4 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. Register by January 2 by calling 703-693-4840.

8:L.I.N.K.S. for Marines 2 – 4 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. Register by January 6 by calling 703-693-4840.

13: Passport to Volunteering 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. Register by January 9 by calling 703-693-4840.

Marine Corps Family Team Bldg. 703-693-4840703-693-1253 • 703-693-8906 • 703-693-1457

Behavioral Health also offers these classes:• How To Avoid Falling for a Jerk/Jerkette• Warriors at Ease• Triple P Parenting Individual Meetings and

Seminars• Married & Loving It®• Coping with Work & Family Life Stress

Call 703-614-7204 to schedule at your location!

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Offered at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall or at your location. Open to DoD ID card holders

Call 703-693-9146 for more information.

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WELCOME ABOARDJoint Base Myer-Henderson Hall

Orientation

Family Members Welcome

Lunch follows the presentationsFree DC tour at noon

Civilian attire recommendedMandatory attendance

for O-3 & below

Lending LockerSample items:Futons DishesPots and Pans MicrowaveCar Seats Irons & BoardsAlarm Clocks Coffee MakersToasters Vacuum Cleaners

Tuesday, January 13 • 8 – 10:30 AM Bldg. 29, Rm. 105

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10Please register for events with SMP Coordinator in person or by email at: johnsonm2@usmc-mccs.org

All trips, unless otherwise stated, leave from The Kickback, Bldg. 416.Trips must be paid for at the time of registration. Single Marine Program Coordinator • 703-696-0033

SMP Monthly MeetingJanuary 6 • 1500 – 1600 • Bldg. 29 Battalion Conference RoomOpen to any Single Marine who wants to attend. Provide the council with recreation ideas or voice any quality of life issues that need to be addressed.

Smithsonian Sunday • Register by January 8January 11 • 1000 • FREEWe’re spending the day exploring all that the Smithsonian museums have to offer. American History, Natural History, Air and Space — the possibilities are endless!

Game NightJanuary 20 • 1800 • The KickbackIt’s a good old fashioned family game night! Don’t miss out on the fun!

Ski Trip to Liberty Mountain Resort • Register by January 16January 24 • 0800 • FREEEnjoy a free day on the slopes courtesy of the Battalion Chaplain’s Office! Transportation, rentals and lift ticket are all provided.

Super Smash Brothers TournamentJanuary 27 • 1800 • The KickbackBattle it out to see who’s the champion!

UFC 182 Saturday, January 3

2030 at The KickbackEnter to win an MCX e-giftcard!

FREE refreshments!

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Doors Open at 2030Free Refreshments!

The Kickback Lounge Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall

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