TESTER Naval Air Station Patuxent River
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Celebrating 71 Years of Community Partnership
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A police vehicle turns a sharp corner in the evasive steering portion of the security department’s Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) driving practical June 7 at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. EVOC certification is required of anyone assigned to operate an emergency vehicle, such as police officers, masters-at-arms, EMTs and firefighters.
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First responders complete driving course By Donna Cipolloni Tester staff writer
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ext time you hear the siren from a police car or firefighting apparatus at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, rest assured the responding vehicle is being operated by a well-trained driver.
Fire and emergency services Every Pax River firefighter at the GS-06 level and above is required to obtain the necessary licensing and training certifications to operate every type of vehicle utilized by the department, including pickups, crash trucks and the four different aircraft firefighting rescue vehicles found here on the installation, said Capt. Mike Miedzinski, acting training officer. “Everyone gets trained,” he said. “No individual is assigned to any one vehicle, so we might be driving anything — and we need to be prepared.” Miedzinski explained that firefighters require not only a Maryland Class B non-commercial driver’s license, but must also possess a DOD driver’s license for each apparatus, plus an airfield driver’s license in order to operate safely on the airfield. “We must be proficient with each vehicle,” Miedzinski said. “Larger vehicles operate differently, especially the crash trucks. The center of gravity is higher [in larger vehicles] and they can roll over easier, take longer to brake and have a wider turning radius.” In addition to passing
According to the Navy officials interviewed, emergency vehicles responding to a call can only operate at 10 mph above the posted speed limit. written tests and equipment checklists for each vehicle, firefighters must complete the Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) driving practical where they demonstrate their skill in backing up, turning, alley docking, offsetting lanes, stab braking, serpentine driving, etc. All of this is conducted under the tutelage of one of the department’s seven qualified EVOC instructors. Having been certified by master EVOC instructors, they are required to attend a renewal course every three years through the DOD Naval Safety Center. Once a firefighter completes the driver packet for an emergency vehicle and earns their certification, they’re able to be utilized as an operator for that vehicle. “They are then required to complete another emergency vehicle packet until [training on] all vehicles is accomplished,” Miedzinski explained.
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Police officers and masters-at-arms working in the public safety department are required to complete a 40hour EVOC course comprising classroom instruction, a written exam and a driving course practical application. The driving course, dotted
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Let’s talk trash
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Volunteers from the base’s first Clean the Bay Day, held June 7. Dozens of volunteers collected 300 pounds of trash and 300 pounds of recyclable material in just four hours along 3 miles of shoreline.
Put it in its place, just not in the
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By Donna Cipolloni Tester staff writer
arm weather often spurs the inclination to clean up and clean out, but remember, the dumpsters around Naval Air Station Patuxent River are not for offloading your unwanted goods or debris. While
households on base are encouraged to utilize the installation’s recycling containers for their recyclables, the dumpsters are intended for government refuse only. Anyone observing unauthorized dumping should contact
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Clean the Bay Day volunteers, Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Matthew Engstrom from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 and Ann Barnes, a base contractor, collect debris from Fishing Point on NAS Pax River.
Unmanned Air Systems launches nation’s future workforce Annual competition set for June 18-22 By Jamie Cosgrove Program Executive Office Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons PEO (U&W) Public Affairs
More than 40 teams, including a number of international participants, have registered for the 12th Annual Student Unmanned Air Systems (SUAS) competition, slated for June 18-22 at Webster Outlying Field in St. Inigoes, Maryland. The competition, sponsored by the Association for
Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), is aimed at stimulating and fostering interest in unmanned systems, technologies and careers; and the event has grown rapidly since its inaugural event in 2002, when only two teams and colleges participated. David Burke was there that first year, competing with his aerial robotics club from North Carolina State University. “It’s hard to believe that only 12 years ago there were just two teams and two col-
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The Annual Student Unmanned Air Systems (SUAS) Competition at Webster Outyling Field fosters interest in unmanned air systems, technologies and careers, and focuses on engaging students in a challenging mission. The event has been held annually since 2002. leges in the competition — N.C. State and Cornell,” said
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New leaders at helm
Volunteers Sailors and Marines from Naval Air Station Patuxent River wash an aircraft on the flightline at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum, June 10. About 75 volunteers showed up to help clean 21 aircraft in the naval aviation exhibit, one of the museum’s most popular attractions. U.S. Navy photo/Donna Cipolloni
Lloyd-Owen: Farewell, but not goodbye Commentary by Command Master Chief William Lloyd-Owen NAS Patuxent River CMDCM, April 2012-June 2014
Metzger to lead PMA-263
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Navy and Marine Corps Small Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems (PMA-263) Program Manager Col. Jim Rector, left, passes the PMA-263 command flag to incoming program manager Col. Eldon Metzger during a ceremony May 23. Metzger is a Beaver, Pennsylvania, native and Penn State University graduate. He received his commission in 1992 and was designated a naval aviator in 1994. Read more about Metzger online at www.navair.navy.mil, click on the Aircraft & Weapons tab followed by UAS and STUAS, and then the Program Manager link on the right. Rector’s next assignment is with the Defense Contract Management Agency for Bell Helicopter, located in Fort Worth, Texas.
Vanderborght to run PMA-261
Marine Corps Col. Henry Vanderborght is promoted by retired Marine Corps Col. Paul Croisetiere, May 29, in front of a CH-53E helicopter on Naval Air Station Patuxent River’s flightline. Later that day, Vanderborght became the new program manager for Naval Air Systems Command’s Heavy Lift Helicopters Program Office (PMA-261). Vanderborght earned a bachelor of science degree in biology from the George Washington University, with a master’s of science in technical management from Johns Hopkins University. Read more about Vanderborght online at www.navair.navy.mil, click on the Aircraft & Weapons tab followed by Rotocraft, H-53 and then the Program Manager link on the right. Marine Corps Col. Robert Pridgen, former PMA-261 program manager, will be program manager for the Presidential Helicopters Program (PMA-274) in July.
As is the life of a Sailor, it is time for me to move on. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have made my tour as Naval Air Station Patuxent River’s Command Master Chief both successful — I didn’t get fired — and rewarding. Having been in the fleet for most of my career, coming back to Pax was certainly an eye opener into the complexities and challenges faced by those who support the fleet. Make no mistake, every member of the Pax Pro Team, be it Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division NAWCAD), Commander, Fleet Readiness Center (COMFRC), and all the other subordinate commands too numerous to mention, plays a vital role in keeping our Navy the most advanced and well equipped the world has ever known — something we all can take pride in. And while I am certainly proud of the mission our tenants provide to our great Navy, I take special pride in the military and civilian staff of NAS proper, or as I like to refer to them: NAS Pax’s Heart and Soul. It has been an honor to work with such hardworking and talented personnel, both military and civilian, who truly do strive every day to make the Commanding Officers priorities — Active Safety, Aggressive Security and Amazing Services — a reality. From our security professionals manning the gates and patrolling our three installations to keep us safe, to our skilled air traffic controllers who manage the most complex and diverse airspace in the military’s inventory; and from
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William Lloyd-Owen our supportive MWR specialists who are continually looking for new ways to improve our quality of life to our attentive Child Development and Youth Center
staffs who do such a wonderful job caring for our children; it is to you and to all the other “behind the scenes” professionals that make up NAS Pax’s Heart and Soul, that I say thank you for the superb job you do each and every day. A job that enables the rest of the Pax Pro Team to perform their varied and important missions. As I move on to COMFRC, I leave NAS in the capable hands of Command Master Chief Jeff Owejan, who comes to us from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46 in Mayport, Florida. I know he will receive the same great trust and support that I enjoyed during my tenure here as your CMC. Thanks for all that you do and AVA’G’DAY!!
Meet the new NAS Command Master Chief CMDCM (AW/SW) Jeffrey P. Owejan
Hometown: New Windsor, New York Navy service: 23 years Previous duty stations: Gunner’s Mate “A” School in Great Lakes; USS Hue City (CG 66) and USS Philippine Sea (CG 58), both located in Mayport, Florida; USS Pinckney (DDG 91) in San Diego; the Navy Senior Enlisted Academy and the Center for Service Support, both located in Newport, Rhode Island; USS Defender (MCM 2), USS Warrior (MCM 10), USS Dextrous (MCM 13) and USS Pioneer (MCM 9) all located in Ingleside, Texas. Owejan comes to Naval Air Station Patuxent River after a tour as
stop without locking the wheels and skidding; and evasive split-second steering. “We’re testing for observation and reflexes,” said Capt. James Williams, Naval DistrictWashington police training officer assigned to NAS Pax River. “Unlike the fire department, our training is more generic because we don’t
the command master chief for the “Grandmasters” Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46 in Mayport, Florida.
drive the extra-large vehicles. Along with the EVOC certification, we require a valid state operator’s license.” In order to stay at the top of their game and maintain their necessary licenses and certifications, each department has ongoing classroom and practical training, occurring every year or every three years, as required.
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Burke, who is the UAS Interoperability Technical Lead for the Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons Program Executive Office (PEO(U&W)). “That just gives you an idea of how fast this industry is growing. The technology has matured to the point that it’s not out of scope for a college team to develop and fly an autonomous aerial vehicle at a very low cost.” As an undergrad in the 2002 competition, Burke had hoped his team’s UAV would make an impact on the national scene. At that time, there were little more than 100 UAVs in the DOD’s inventory and he knew the technology was still immature for unmanned systems. As his team’s customdesigned, pilotless aircraft — built out of paper and featuring a built-in camera — came to life in the skies above the competition, he knew that great opportunities lay ahead. Now considered an expert in the field of UAS, Burke attributes a great deal of his success to his participation in the SUAS competition. “I am 100 percent certain I would not be where I am today if I hadn’t been on Webster Field flying that small UAV 12 years ago,” he said.
NEWS BRIEFS On Base: Civilian Employee Assistance and Work/Life Program Wellness Event 10-11 a.m. Tuesday Building 1489, Room 102 Nicole Burton, licensed certified social worker-clinical, discusses some of the free services offered through the Department of the Navy Civilian Employee Assistance Program, such as management consultation and coaching, counseling, health and wellness presentations and financial and legal services. For more information, visit http://donceap.foh.hhs.gov/ or talk to a counselor 24/7 by calling toll free 844-DONCEAP or 800-2220364. The Patuxent River program point of contact, Conita Craft, can be reached at 301-342-3913.
PMA-209 Change of Command 1 p.m. June 19 Rear Adm.William A. Moffett Building Atrium Candace “Candy” Chesser replaces Capt. Tracy Barkhimer, program manager for the Air Combat Electronics Program Office (PMA209), which provides the Navy and Marine Corps with products and support in the areas of communication and airborne networking, navigation and flight operations and mission systems and sensors. For more information about the change of command event, contact Cathie Gardner at 301-757-6464.
“That event opened the door for the countless opportunities that established my career and I hope this year’s event does the same for the many young, bright engineers who will help shape our future workforce.” Former Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) employee Joe Brannan founded the competition and is now serving as AUVSI’s Florida Peninsula Chapter president; he’s also a volunteer for the event. “The [competition] has always brought in the best and brightest young talent,” he said. “Many students, like David, have gone on to support the growing UAV field at DOD organizations, including NAVAIR and the Office of Naval Research.” During the event, student competitors are faced with a challenging mission requiring the design, integration and demonstration of a system capable of conducting air operations which include autonomous flight, navigation of specified course and use of onboard sensors. Burke explained that the competition provides the opportunity for students to showcase their hands-on design and engineering skills to prospective academic sponsors and employers, while enhancing the Navy’s visibility and that of its industry and academic partners. In particular, students will have
CREDO upcoming programs The Naval District Washington Chaplain Religious Enrichment Development Program, called CREDO, hosts the following free retreats: Safetalk, Saturday at the Joint Base Anacostia Bolling Chapel Annex. Safetalk enables participants to recognize the danger signs of suicide, successfully intervene to save a life, and get people to trained professionals. Marriage Enrichment Retreat, June 20-22 at Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. The Marriage Enrichment Retreat is intended to assist married couples in strengthening their relationship skills. Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program, Wednesday through June 25 at the Joint Base Anacostia Bolling Chapel Annex. The Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program gives prospective and married couples effective and proven communication and relationship skills. Call the CREDO offices at 202-7675901 or 5900, or email CREDO. NDW.fcm@navy.mil.
Mandatory Counterintelligence Awareness Briefs 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 23 Building 2109, Eagle’s Nest Conference Room These NCIS briefs are mandatory annual training for all Department of Navy military and civilian personnel. Each brief is 50
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David Burke pays it forward By Jamie Cosgrove Program Executive Office Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons PEO (U&W) Public Affairs
Growing up next door to a lecturer from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, David Burke developed an early interest in robotics. He attended various robotics summer camps and, by his early teens, had already learned how to code and program software. Burke attended college at North Carolina State University, where he joined the Aerial Robotics Club (ARC). The team designed airframes, electrical systems and software from the ground up. After the first Annual Student Unmanned Air Systems (SUAS) competition in 2002, Burke served as the team lead for ARC and then as a graduate adviser in 2004. He received Bachelor of Science degrees in electrical engineering, computer engineering and computer science, a Master of Science in computer engineering, and then decided to pursue his doctorate in aerospace engineering focusing on UAS airworthiness. Because of Burke’s proven experience and UAS expertise, NAVAIR funded Burke’s doctorate program and leveraged his research efforts.
Burke’s educational and practical experience was valuable to NAVAIR engineers as they focused on demonstrating that small UAS were safe to David Burke fly and did not cause undue risk to people on the ground or vehicles in the airspace. “I was very fortunate to have NAVAIR support my Ph.D.,” Burke said. I had the opportunity to come up to Patuxent River a number of times for various meetings and really enjoyed the people and the working environment. I particularly enjoyed being on the decision-making side.” In 2010, Burke joined NAVAIR and supported the advanced prototyping team (AIR 5.2.8). The following year, he moved to the Common Systems Integration group within the Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons (PEO(U&W)). There, he serves as the technical lead tasked with improving interoperability across the Navy’s entire UAS portfolio.
the opportunity to bring their résumés and talk to prospective employers about potential job opportunities in a field that, today,
features more than 11,000 UAVs in the DOD inventory. For several years, Burke served as a mentor for AUVSI for student
competitors. This year, one of his former protégés, who attended Great Mills High School, will compete with the NC State team.
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part of the DeCA’s severe weather preparedness promotional package that runs until Oct. 31. The package includes: beef jerky and other assorted meat snacks, soup and chili mixes, canned goods, powdered milk, cereals, batteries, airtight bags, weatherready flashlights, tape, first-aid kits, lighters, matches, lanterns, candles and hand sanitizer, anti-bacterial wipes. For more, visit www.commissaries.com/ press_room/press_release/2014/ DeCA_26_14.cfm.
and June 19 and 20 Patuxent River Naval Air Museum Get straight answers about rights and benefits you earned through service to your country, as well as free, professional assistance with claims from a highly trained expert. For more information, call Phillip Surace at 410-230-4440.
NAS Legal Office Hours Walk-in services for notary or Power of Attorney are available from 8-11 a.m. weekdays in Building 409, Suite 219. For other services, such as estate planning and assistance with landlord/tenant issues, consumer issues, call 301342-7510 for an appointment.
Household Goods Moves The busy season for household goods moves runs through Sept. 15. Prepare for your move online at www.Move.mil. Moving officials recommend you enter your move in the move.mil as soon as you have your orders. Be sure to email your orders to paxriverhhg_mailbox@navy.mil, too. For more information, contact the household goods office at 301-757-9666.
Commissary Shoppers Save on Emergency Supplies Natural and manmade disasters can strike anywhere at any time, and with the start of the U.S. Atlantic hurricane season, the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is reminding its patrons that they can save money for the items they need in their survival package at the commissary. Since April 1, an assortment of items has been reduced in price as
Where’s Gnorman? Somewhere in this issue we’ve hidden Gnorman the gnome. Anyone spotting Gnorman can email tester@dcmilitary.com or phone 301-342-4163 now through 5 p.m. Friday, and include a brief description of where he’s located. All correct answers are entered into a drawing and one name is chosen to win a Center Stage Theater movie ticket. The same person cannot win more than once per month. There was no winner last week as Gnorman was AWOL — inadvertently removed with a deleted photo and not replaced. We apologize for the error.
Off Base: DAV Mobile Service Office 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 18 American Legion, Lusby;
St. Nicholas Chapel Service Schedule Catholic Services Mass: Sundays at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Weekdays at 11:35 a.m. Continuing Catholic Development (CCD): Sundays from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Protestant Services Worship: Sundays at 11 a.m. Men’s Discipleship: Sunday, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Religious Programming Center Women’s Study: Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. and Thursday, 10-11:30 a.m. at the Religious Programming Center
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Senior Chief Air Traffic Controller Shane Edwards with Naval Air Station Patuxent River Air Operations is pinned with a new set of senior chief anchors during a frocking ceremony June 9. Pinning Edwards is Master Chief Air Traffic Controller Dan Tobias, NAS Air Operations, and Edwards’ 6-year-old son, Shane II, and 8-year-old daughter, Iyana.
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Phone directory Liberty Center - 301-342-3565 Information, Tickets and Travel Office - 301-342-3648 River’s Edge - 301-342-3656 Customized Creations - 301-342-6293 Rassieur Youth Center - 301-342-1694 NRC Solomons - 410-286-8046 Cedar Point Golf Course - 301-342-3597
Special Event Freedom Live featuring 3 Doors Down and Blues Traveler Doors at 6 p.m., concert at 8 p.m. Aug. 16 NAS Patuxent River flightline General admission tickets: $35 This event is open to all authorized patrons and their guests. Government Contractors with base access can sponsor guests to this event. There must be at least one authorized base ID cardholder in each ve-
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Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Adam Norman, Naval Air Station Patuxent River Security Department, repeats after Master-atArms 1st Class Mark Miller the Oath of Enlistment during Norman’s reenlistment June 9. Norman reenlisted for six more years of Navy service.
hicle. Visit www.FreedomLiveNDW.com.
River’s Edge Caribbean American Celebration Dinner 5:30-7 p.m. June 25 On the buffet: coconut shrimp, Jamaican jerk chicken, roast pork, fried plantains, black beans, rice and key lime pie. Reservations appreciated. For more info or to make a reservation, call 301-342-3656.
NRC Solomons Patriotic Pool Party 8-10 p.m. July 3 Join the Recreation Team as we host our fourth annual Patriotic Pool Party complete with games for both land lubbers and the fish at heart.
Patriotic Parade 2 p.m. July 4 Join the NRC team in our fourth annual Patriotic Parade. Whether you bring your pooch dressed up as Uncle Sam, your little red wagon with stars and stripes, a bicycle with stream-
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Liberty Barracks Bash 6-8 p.m. Thursday Barracks Courtyard Free and open to all E-1 to E-6 single or unaccompanied activeduty military.
base security at 301-3423208. Between 3,5004,000 tons of municipal solid waste is collected per year at Pax River. This is the normal waste removed daily from office buildings, hangars, etc. The Navy recycles eight different categories of material: scrap metal, paper, cardboard, glass, food grease, plastics, wood and yard waste. Last year, Pax River recycled a little under 1,500 tons. An additional
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15,000 tons of construction debris was also collected in 2013 and was recycled, whenever possible. The average individual generates two to three pounds of trash per day. With approximately 22,000 people working on base, personnel are reminded to recycle their waste in the specialized containers provided in their office buildings. With last week’s base and bay cleanup efforts complete, everyone is encouraged to continue that effort by reducing, recycling and properly disposing of any trash they create.
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ers or a golf cart with balloons; come show your American Pride and celebrate the spirit of Independence with a family friendly walk from the Adventure Zone to the Riverside Pool.
6 p.m. July 6 Bring your imagination and set sail on your very own cardboard boat. Basic supplies will be provided to build your own boat: cardboard, plastic and duct tape only. Join us at the Riverside Beach for the big race!
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Rassieur Youth Center Youth Center Pool Party/Open House 6-9 p.m. Thursday Outdoor Pool Free food, games, music and prizes. Open to all active-duty military youths ages 11-18. Each youth may bring one guest. Military dependent ID card required at check in. Register by calling 301-757-1871.
Cedar Point Golf Course Father’s Day Scramble Sunday Players reserve their own teetimes between 7-11 a.m. Register on June 15 before teeing off.
All classes are held at the Fleet and Family Support Center in Building 2090 off Bundy Road unless otherwise noted. Classes are open to active-duty and retired military and Reservists. Reservations are necessary and can be made at FFSC or by calling 301-342-4911. Playgroup at Glenn Forest Community Center: 10-11 a.m. Thursdays Couples Communication: 2:30-4 p.m. Friday Transition GPS (RTAP): 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through June 19, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20 Taking the Mystery Out of Retirement Planning: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Wednesday Effective Communication: 2:30-4 p.m.Wednesday Stress Management: 8-9:30 a.m. June 25 Budgeting for Baby at Building 401: 10 a.m. to noon June 25
Find Your Command Ombudsman Find out who your Ombudsman is. Visit www.ombudsmanregistry.org, click on “Contact Your Ombudsman” and follow the prompts, or call 301757-1861 to speak with the NAS Patuxent River Ombudsman Coordinator.
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CENTER STAGE MOVIES Movie Line: 301-342-5033 l Reservations: 301-342-3648 l
l Ticket Prices: E-1 to E-5 category: adults, $3.50 and youths ages 6-11, $2.50. All others: adults, $4.50; youths ages 6-11, $3.50. l 3-D glasses: $1 l Authorized ID required for admission
Wednesday, June 11 6:30 p.m., Mom’s Night Out (Rated: PG, 1 hr. 39 mins.) Allyson and her friends want a moms’ night out. In order to enjoy adult conversation and food not served in a paper bag, they need their
husbands to watch the kids. What could go wrong?
Thursday, June 12 6:30 p.m., The Other Woman (Rated: PG-13, 1 hr. 59 mins.)
After discovering her boyfriend is married, a woman tries to get her life back on track. But when she meets the wife he’s been cheating on, she realizes they have much in common, and her sworn enemy becomes her greatest friend. Another affair is discovered, and all three women team up to plot revenge on their three-timing man.
malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
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Saturday, June 14
6:30 p.m., Godzilla (3-D) (Rated: PG-13, 2 hrs. 03 mins.) An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure pits the world’s most famous monster against
4 p.m., Million Dollar Arm (Rated: PG, 2 hrs. 04 mins.) In a last ditch effort to save his career as a sports agent, JB Bernstein concocts a scheme to find baseball’s next great
9:30 p.m., Neighbors (Rated: R, 1 hr. 37 mins.) A young couple suffering from arrested development are forced to live next to a fraternity house after the birth of their baby.
pitcher. Hoping to find a young cricket pitcher he can turn into a major league baseball star, JB travels to India to produce a reality show competition called “Million Dollar Arm.” He discovers Dinesh and Rinku, two 18 year old boys who have no idea about playing baseball, yet have a knack for throwing a fastball. As the boys learn the finer points of baseball — JB, with the help of his charming friend Brenda (Lake Bell) — learns valuable life lessons about teamwork, commitment and what it means to be a family. 7 p.m., Godzilla (3-D) (Rated: PG-13, 2 hrs. 03 mins.)
9:50 p.m., Neighbors (Rated: R, 1 hr. 37 mins.)
Sunday, June 15 2 p.m., Million Dollar Arm (Rated: PG, 2 hrs. 04 mins.)
Monday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 17 Theater is not open
Wednesday, June 18 6:30 p.m., Godzilla (not in 3-D) (Rated: PG-13, 2 hrs. 03 mins.)
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Brian Doyle takes the male overall first place in the 33rd Annual Pax River Triathlon, June 7, with a time of 1:10:35. The women’s overall first place winner was Rebecca Newton with 1:16:50. More than 50 men and women competed in this year’s event.
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AROUND TOWN 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday St. Clement’s Island Museum, Coltons Point Site of Maryland’s first Colonial landing in 1634 comes alive with historical reenactors, old-fashioned children’s games and more. Blackistone Lighthouse open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Picnics encouraged. Free.
St. Mary’s County Crab Festival 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown The 29th festival is a celebration of St. Mary’s crab culture and cooking. Plenty of crab and seafood dishes for purchase. Car and bike show, regional crafters, live music, children’s activities, crab races. Cost: $5 per person; 11 and under free. For times and details, visit http://stmaryscrabfestival.com/ schedule.aspx.
Free webinar introduces grant seekers to the Foundation Center’s resources on corporate giving and corporate support for nonprofits. Registration required. Call 301-8638188 or visit www.stmalib.org.
Calvert County: Chili in the Garden 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center Public chili tasting, live music, classic car show and family activities.
Garden Smarter: Homegrown Herbs 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday Calvert library, Prince Frederick Planting, growing, and harvesting herbs that grow well in this region is easy and rewarding. Use your herbs for cooking and as a decorative addition to your landscape.
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2-3 p.m. Tuesday Lexington Park library
4-7 p.m. Saturday J.C. Lore Oyster House, Solomons
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Kick off your shoes and party for a great cause, supporting the Dee of St. Mary’s. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, Bushmill Band, silent auction of maritime items. Cost: $50 per person. For more information, phone 410-326-2042, ext. 62, or visit www. calvertmarinemuseum.com.
Father’s Day Brunch Cruise 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday Calvert Marine Museum Spending time out on the water is a perfect way to tell dad he’s the best. Cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison. Registration required. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41.
FOR SALE BY OWNER CALL 301-980 4091
PRICE: $51,995
2012 SEA RAY 220 BOW RIDER, 22 FEET, JUST REDUCED!!
Interior Beige/White, Two-Tone Patina Gel Coat, Pump-Out Head, Cockpit Table, Mooring Canvas Black, Bimini Top Fore and Aft, Auto Fire Suppression System, Dual Battery and Switch, Adjustable Height Helm and Port Seats, Flag Pole w/ Base, Snap-In Full Carpet, Carry-On Cooler W/storage, Enclosed Pump-out Head Compartment, Sony AM/FM w/ Single CD w/Remote, Auto Bilge Pump, Swim Platform w/ Concealed SS 3 Step Ladder, SmartCraft Waterproof Father’s Day Evening Cruise Instrument Panel w/Selectable Readouts, Garmin GPS-MAP5-6:30 p.m. Sunday 640-A-I-1, Flush Pro Kit, MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI ECT DTS Calvert Marine Museum 300 HP Bravo III Engine and Stern Drive, SS Prop, TandemWhat dad wouldn’t feel spe- Axle Galvanized Trailer w/Brakes, Lift Storage Included at cial with this treat? Heavy hors Combs Creek Breton Bay Till May 2015. Replacement Value 1039069 d’oeuvres served aboard the Wm. Over $77,000.00.
B. Tennison. Registration required. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41.
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St. Mary’s County: St. Clement’s Island Heritage Day
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One Nation, Indivisible
Into the Storm by John D. Shaw
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10735 Town Center Blvd., Suite 1 1039271
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Dunkirk, MD 20754 (Next to Dunkirk Hardware)
medartgalleries.com
410.257.6616 301.855.4515 Monday - Friday 10 - 6 Saturday 10 - 4:30
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CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING
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