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Happy Birthday Marines! mccsHH Issue #11 December 2014 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. Contact Information ombmarketingHH@usmc-mccs.org @mccsHH mccsHH Editor Doriann Geller Graphic Artist/Webmaster J. Felix Gonzalez Graphic Artist Barbara J. Mitchell Advertising Sales Brian J. Meers 571-483-1956

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Cornelius Studifin. If you have bought anything in the last few years at the Marine Corps Exchange, you have, among others, this man and his team to thank. Cornelius is the MCX warehouse manager. This time of year, when holiday merchandise is arriving almost as fast as it can be received, Cornelius took a few minutes out of his busy day for a photo and to answer some questions. We asked him... What do you like best about your job? I love working as a team and working with my coworkers. What you do in your spare time? In my spare time I draw, cook, and hang out with family. Where do you call home? I’m originally from Richmond, living in Annandale now. What is your favorite meal? Steak tacos, potato wedges, and a salad. What is your dream job? Working for a gaming or animation company. What is your favorite color? Blue. Which sports team do you follow? Redskins, Ravens and Wizards. What is your favorite holiday? Christmas. If you could live anywhere, where? Jamaica...I just love the scenery! If you could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who? I would like to have a meal with Stan Lee. What do you do to unwind? I play video games.

Mark Your Calendar... December 1–5 Five Days of Iron Challenge, Zembiec Pool 3 12 Working Days Before Christmas Kick-off, Kickback Lounge, 5:30 PM 4 12 Working Days Before Christmas (weekdays through December 19) 6 H&S Bn, HQMC, Henderson Hall Holiday Party, The Clubs at Quantico, 11 AM 9 Welcome Aboard Orientation, Bldg. 29, 8 AM 13 EFMP Holiday Party, Bldg. 21 15 Barcroft Partners in Education Holiday Party, Bldg. 29 January 5 Get Fit Stay Fit (starts), Cpl Terry L. Smith Gym 5 Polar Bear Challenge, Zembiec Pool

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

2: Social Media & Your Job Search 9 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104

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

3: DTAP 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

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

4: Résumé Writing 101: Private Sector Résumé Tips & Marketable Formats 9 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104

17: ACT 8 AM – Noon, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204 Mondays (except December 15 & 29): DLAB 8:30 – 10:30 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204 Tuesdays (except December 23): DLPT 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204 Wednesdays (except December 24 & 31): 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 (except December 24 & 31): College 101/ Tuition Assistance Brief 1:30 – 2:30 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204 Thursdays (except December 11 & 25): AFCT 8:30 – 11:30 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

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

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

1 – 5: Command Financial Specialist Course (5 days) 7:30 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 29 Rm. 204

4: Understanding the Federal SES Process & ECQ Writing 9 – 11:30 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 105 8 – 12: Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) for Separatees 7:45 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104 11: VA Claims Assistance 7:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103. Appointments only; please call 703-614-6828 to schedule. 11, 18: Capstone Screening 9 AM – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 201. Appointments only; please call 703-614-6828 to schedule. 15 – 16: Accessing Higher Education Pathway (Supplement for TRS for Separatees) 9 AM – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 105 15 – 16: Career Technical Pathway (Supplement for TRS for Separatees) 9 AM – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103 15 – 19: Senior Leadership Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) 7:45 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104 17: Career Exploration: Finding Your Focus 9:30 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 105 18: Cracking the Code to the Federal Hiring Process 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 105

10: Home Buying & Mortgages 11:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29 Rm. 204 11: Investing: Basics of Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, TSP & Time Value of Money 11:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29 Rm. 204 17: Investing: Focus on Mutual Funds 11:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29 Rm. 204 18: Planning for Retirement From Active Duty — Then For Good 11:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29 Rm. 204 Please call 703-614-6950 to register by 4:30 PM the day before each class is scheduled.

Information & Referral Program 703-614-7202 www.mccsHH.com/Information.html Relocation Assistance Program 703–614–7202 www.mccsHH.com/RAP.html 9: Welcome Aboard Orientation 8 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 105 18: PCS Class 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room

Marine & Family Programs December 2014 Behavioral Health Program 703-614-7204 www.mccsHH.com/Counseling.html Family Advocacy Program/Victim Services 703-614-7204 www.mccsHH.com/FAP.html 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Men’s Domestic Violence Intervention Group 9 – 11 AM, 26 week program. Bldg. 12, Conference Room 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Anger Management 9 – 11 AM, 8-week session. Bldg. 12, Conference Room Wednesdays: After Hours Community Counseling (except December 24 & 31) 4:30 – 8 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 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!

School Liaison 703-693-8378 www.mccsHH.com/Liaison.html 1: 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. 15: Holiday Party with Barcroft Elementary School Bldg. 29 Classrooms The School Liaison is available to provide information and resources for K-12 school aged children.

Happy Holidays to you and yours

Exceptional Family Member Program 703-693-5353 www.mccsHH.com/EFMP.html 9: Exceptional Siblings Brief 11 AM – 1 PM, USO Center at Indian Head, MD. Register by December 5. 15: Exceptional Siblings Brief 11 AM – 1 PM, Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C. Register by December 11. 29: Respite Care Program Orientation Noon – 1 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. Register by December 26 at 703-693-5354.

New Parent Support Program 703-614-7204 www.mccsHH.com/NPSP.html 3, 10, 17: Little Patriots Play Group 10 – 11 AM, USO Center at Indian Head, MD NPSP Play Group refreshments sponsored by 4, 11, 18: JBM-HH Indoor Play Group 10 – 11:30 AM, Memorial Chapel 8: 1-2-3 Magic™ 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room 12: Baby Boot Camp 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room Baby Boot Camp free lunch is sponsored by Parent Child Interaction Therapy is accepting new referrals.

Marine Corps Family Team Bldg. 703-693-4840 703-693-1253 • 703-693-8906 • 703-693-1457 5: Passport to Volunteering 10 AM – Noon, Bldg. 29, Rm 103. Register by December 2 at 703-693-4840. 12: Prevention Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP) 9 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 29 Chaplain’s Office. Register by December 9 at 703-693-1457.

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Wreath Laying In my brief time at MCCS Henderson Hall, I have become aware

This will be the 23rd year of the organized placing of wreaths at Arlington

of great examples of volunteerism by our Marines — everything from

National Cemetery during the holidays. Last year, 143,000 wreathes were

mentoring students at a local school to visiting veterans in retirement

placed; in 2014, the goal is to place a wreath on the headstones of all who

homes. Volunteering is a gift that everyone can give, and I would like to

are buried there, a total of 230,000. Every headstone represents a family, a

mention an opportunity in which I participated that gives extra meaning

story, and most of all, a deserving veteran. Last year I participated in this event and will go again this year. For most

to this holiday time of year. In 2014, Arlington Cemetery is celebrating its 150th year of honoring

people participating, the picturesque, wreath-laden graves may have been

our fallen heroes. Twice a year we say thank you: on Memorial Day when

the most obvious takeaway. For me, it was the volunteers — some of whom

we thank those men and women who have given their lives in the service

were veterans themselves — placing the wreaths. Some families bring their

of our country, and again on Veteran’s Day, when we thank you all who

children to teach them about the sacrifices made by those who serve our

served. But our servicemen and servicewomen sacrifice their time and

country in uniform. What was most evident was that volunteers fulfilled

safety every single day of the year to preserve our freedoms. With so many

the event’s mission: “Remember, Honor, Teach.”

families going here and there, shopping at the mall, and participating in

This year’s motto is “Come with a Mission, Leave with a Memory.” If

special holiday events, there is no better time to express our appreciation

you would like to volunteer your time to participate in this event this

to our fallen.

year, please contact the Single Marine Program, whose members will take

On Saturday, December 13, 9:30 AM – 2 PM, volunteers will once again

part; everyone — not just SMP members — is welcome to participate. To

lay wreathes on the graves at Arlington National Cemetery. A wreath is

placed at each headstone as a gift, from one appreciative American family

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Please 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 Meeting

December 2 • 1500 – 1600 • Bldg. 29 Battalion Conference Room

Open 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.

12 Working Days Before Christmas Event Kick-off Party December 3 • 1730 – 1930 • The Kickback

Twelve days to win fabulous prizes start in the lounge! Learn how to register to win the daily drawing and participate in this annual giveaway. Pizza will be provided.

Door Decorating Contest and Potluck • Doors must be done by COB Dec. 1 December 5 • 1200 – 1330 • Bldg. 28 Warehouse

Join us at the potluck where the door winners will be announced.

Headquarters & Battalion Holiday Party • Register by December 1 December 6 • 1015 • The Clubs at Quantico

Celebrate the holidays! Transportation will be provided to and from Quantico. Open to all H&S Bn., HQMC, Henderson Hall families.

VOLUNTEER! – Wreaths Across America

December 13 • 0900-1300 • Arlington National Cemetery

Join SMP as we volunteer our time this holiday season laying wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery in remembrance of the brave men and women who have served our country.

Ice Skating Trip • Register by December 9

December 14 • 1200 – 1600 • $14 • Georgetown Harbour Trip fee includes transportation and skate admission and rentals.

Holiday Wrapping • FREE

December 15 – 22 • M – F 1600 – 2000 & S – S 1200 – 2000 • The Kickback

We’re providing all the wrapping supplies for you to put finishing touches on your holiday gifts.

Laser Tag Trip • Register by December 16

December 19 • 1930 – Midnight • $17 • Ultrazone Laser Tag

Trip fee includes transportation and unlimited games from 2000-midnight.

Super Hero Movie Marathon

December 27 • 1200 – 2000 • The Kickback

What better way to recover from the super busy holidays with a Super Hero movie marathon!

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