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What You’re Looking For… • NIH R&W Fitness & Wellness Program……………..…………………………….…….pages 3 - 4 o FREE Fitness for You Schedule…….…………………………...………….……...page 3 o Mobile Mammography Screenings.…………………………………………………page 4 • NIH Earth Day and Take Your Child to Work Day Celebrations………………page 5 • Spring R&W Local Business Fair, Spring Bazaar………………………………….…..page 7 • R&W Community Market………………………….……..................……………………..pages 9 - 11 o Farmers Market Corner, Recipe ……………………………………………………page 9 o 2019 Market Food Truck Schedule .………………………………………………page 10 o Farmers Market Vendors ……………………………………………………………..page 11 • Collective Goods Gift Show, Bike to Work Day………………………………….…...page 13 • Camp Fantastic BBQ, H&R Block Tax Services...…………………………………....page 15 • R&W Clubs (Sailing, Softball, Martial Arts, Philharmonia)……..…………………page 17 • Tickets & Member Deals……………………………………………………………………….pages 18 - 20 o Costco, Luray Caverns, Baltimore Aquarium, Sesame Live…..………….page 18 o 2019 Park Sneak Peak (Kings Dominion, Six Flag, Sesame Place)….…page19 o TicketsAtWork (Movie Tickets, Sporting Events, Concerts)……………..page 20 • Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………………….page 22
Date
Day
Time
Location
Program
Trainer
4/3
Wednesday
12:15pm - 1pm
The Loft (T-39)
H.I.T.
Susan
4/3
Wednesday
5:15pm - 6:05pm
The Loft (T-39)
Indoor Cycling
Judy
4/4
Thursday
5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Loft (T-39)
Total Body Burn
Susana
4/5
Friday
12:15pm - 1pm
Interval Training
Lisa
4/8
Monday
5:30pm - 6:30pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116 The Loft (T-39)
Vinyasa Yoga
Geoff
4/10
Wednesday
6am - 7am
The Loft (T-39)
Functional Fitness Training
Eddie
4/10
Wednesday
12:15pm - 1pm
RKL II Rm.911/9116
Indoor Cycling
Lisa
4/10
Wednesday
5:15pm - 6:05pm
The Loft (T-39)
Indoor Cycling
Jeff
4/11
Thursday
12:15pm - 1pm
The Loft (T-39)
Total Body Transformation
Maria
4/15
Monday
12:15pm - 1pm
Cardio Kickboxing
Charissa
4/16
Tuesday
11:30am - 12:15pm
“Ask the Trainer”
Shannon
4/18
Thursday
1pm - 2pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116 RKL II Rm. 9112/9116 Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4/23
Tuesday
11:30am - 12:15pm
“Ask the Trainer”
4/23
Tuesday
1pm - 2pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116 Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
Pure Performance Shannon
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4/24
Wednesday
12pm - 12:45pm
Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
Zumba
Pure Performance Eloise
4/26
Friday
6am - 7am
The Loft (T-39)
Functional Fitness Training
Eddie
4/26
Friday
11am - 11:45am
Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
Piloxing
Ashley
4/29
Monday
12pm - 12:45pm
Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
Total Body Transformation
Katya
4/30
Tuesday
5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Loft (T-39)
Power Yoga
Aleksandra
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2019 Mobile Mammography Screening The George Washington Breast Cancer Center will make four visits to NIH for our 2018 Mammography Screening. All NIH employees, their families, contractors, visiting scientists and others associated with NIH are eligible to participate. The screening dates are as follows: Thursday, May 30th – Building 45 Thursday, August 22nd – Building 10, Lot H Thursday, November 7th – Building 10, Lot H The van will be on-site from 9:30am - 3:30pm taking prescheduled appointments. Reservations can be made no more than 1-month prior of screening date. Reservations for the May screening can be made beginning April 30h. There is a minimum requirement of 15 participants for the screenings to take place and a maximum of 25 per date. Each screening is conducted by a female technologist, and a board-certified radiologist specializing in mammography will interpret the images. Appointments should take approximately 20 minutes. Most insurance companies will cover the cost (approx. $350) of the screening. To see if your insurance is accepted or to make an appointment, call 202-741-3252. If there is no answer, please leave a message with your name and phone number. The GW Mammovan staff will call you back and schedule your appointment. Please have your insurance card and doctor’s information available when calling to make an appointment. Look for kid’s gift items and sales at R&W Stores for Take Your Child to Work Day!
Mobile Mammography Continued… Who is Eligible? Any woman IS eligible if she meets the following: • She is age 40 or older • She is not pregnant or breast-feeding • She does not have breast implants • She does not have any prior history of breast problems (patients who need a 6 months follow up must get a Diagnostic mammogram not Screening) • She is not having symptoms such as a lump in either breast or unusual breast pain • She has a referring physician or doctor of record (Ex. Medical Doctor, OBGYN doctor) • She has not had a mammogram within the last 12 months Individuals with disabilities who need Sign Language Interpreters and/or reasonable accommodation to participate in this screening should contact the R&W at 301-496-8746 and/or the Federal Relay 1-800-877-8339 or email David Browne. Requests should be made at least 10 days in advance of the appointment. For more information about mammography, breast cancer, or other types of cancer call the National Cancer Institute’s Cancer Information Service at 1-800-4-CANCER or see www.nci.nih.gov. Al-Anon Provides Help for Those Involved with Substance Abuse - Al-Anon, an organization for family members of people with alcohol abuse, now welcomes family members of individuals with narcotic abuse problems to attend weekly group meetings. Al-Anon holds two weekly group meetings; Mondays and Thursdays at noon in Bldg. 31, Rm. 1B50.
NIH Earth Day Celebrations
25th Annual Take Your Child to Work Day
Join us on Thursday, April 25 from 10am – 2pm for the 2019 NIH Earth Day Celebration at Bethesda, Maryland. This year’s Earth Day theme is “Protect Our Species.” The event will take place at the Natcher Conference Center (Bldg. 45), inside and on the lawn. Embrace your passion for nature by celebrating Earth Day with a variety of child-friendly activities, games, giveaways, live animals and Farmer’s Market vendors.
NIH will host the 25th Annual Take Your Child to Work Day (TYCTWD) Thursday, April 25th from 9am – 4pm. Bring your school-age child (grades 1 – 12) to NIH for a day of discovery and exploration at the nation’s medical research agency! The registration site is now open to preview the available activities.
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Some of this year’s Earth Day festivities are specifically tailored towards the “Protect Our Species” theme and will provide visitors with suggestions for living in harmony with nature. For a full list of Earth Day events at various NIH locations, please click here. Some examples are listed below: Exhibits: Scales and Tales from Maryland DNR will display live birds, reptiles, and turtles. The NICHD Green Team will explain how to compost with your household waste. Learn various ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle waste, at the NIH and Montgomery County recycling booths. View live reptiles from the Maryland Reptile Conservation Center. A limited number of White Dogwood tree seedlings will be given away for planting at home (thanks to the generosity of the NIH Federal Credit Union!). Learn about sustainable food and drink with Eurest. View a display of electric vehicles from the NIH Fleet and the NIH Electric Vehicle Users, including test rides. Activities: Join the NIH Stream Walk to learn about plants and wildlife on the Bethesda campus. Learn about how radiation exposure can affect the human body with a hands-on demonstration using real Geiger counters and other radiation detectors with the NIH Division of Radiation Safety. Spin the NIDCD “It’s a Noisy Planet” wheel to learn how to protect your hearing. Watch the journey rainwater makes from sky to ocean at the 3-D NIH Enviroscape model. Explore the life of a honeybee with the Montgomery County Beekeepers Association, who will share honeycombs, beekeeping equipment, and information on pollinators. Vendors: Farmer’s market venders with products for sale will include: Cupcakes Lounge, Chocolatier’s Palette, M&M Plants, Pinkava Coffee, and the Caramel Kettle Food Trucks: Purchase lunch from popular choices including: Chix ‘n Stix, Firehouse Subs, Ben and Jerry’s.
Be a Big Train Host Family The Big Train is looking for dedicated families to share their homes with a Big Train player during the 2018 season. Players stay with families from late May through late July or early August. If interested, please contact Host Family Coordinators, Emily Waldman or Anne Fletcher.
R&W Notary Services to Assist NIH Employees Need a notary? The R&W has a list of NIH employees who are notaries and can assist you with getting documents notarized. If you are notary you’d like to offer your services, free of charge, contact David Browne with your contact information and a copy of your notary certificate. Become a notary public.
**This year’s registration will be conducted in two phases.** Registration Phase 1 will begin online at noon on Thursday, April 4th allowing you to register your child(ren) for up to 2 limited spaced activities each. Registration Phase 2 will open online on Wednesday, April 10 at noon, and will remain open. You can register your child(ren) for up to 2 additional limited space activities for a maximum of 4 limited space activities. More info available at the TYCTWD website. The registration site is only accessible using your PIV card login credentials (either at work or through VPN). You will not need to create a profile or remember a new password. The site allows you to download a PDF activity schedule to save or print. Tweet using #MyNIHDay and follow us @NIHEmplSrvcs on Twitter. FREE registration bags, courtesy of the Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences (FAES) and the NIH Federal Credit Union (NIHFCU) for each registered child will be available for pick-up 9am – 3:45pm April 22nd - 25th, at R&W stores located at Bldg. 31 Rm. 1W08 or Rockledge I/4202, or 9am – 5pmat the FAES book store and gift shop, located in Bldg. 10 Rooms 1-C172 and 1-2582, respectively. TYCTWD 2019 is sponsored by the Office of Research Services. Food will be sold by CapMac, El Pollo Submarine and Quinn’s Ice at Bldg. 1. Want to capture the moment? Parti Pics Photo Booth will be on the Bldg. 31A Patio between 10am and 2pm. Bring your kid or the kid in you to get fun pictures taken. We hope to see you on April 25th! R&W stores will be offering 10% discounts on purchases made my children on April 25th, excludes candy, drinks and R&W Membership.
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R&W Spring Local Business Fair Wednesday, April 17th - Bldg. 10
Mark Your Calendars… R&W Spring Bazaar is May 7th
Join the R&W for the 2019 Spring Local Business Fair on Wednesday, April 17th from 10am – 1:30pm in the South Lobby of Bldg. 10. Learn about special offers from a variety of businesses including:
Get ready to shop! The R&W will be hosting a Spring Bazaar on Tuesday, May 7th on the Bldg. 10 South Lobby from 10am 2pm. This year’s show will feature a diverse array of merchants selling a variety of products such as jewelry, handbags, and clothes, and more. Scheduled to appear are In-jeen-yuhs, Tibet Sky Emporium, Grand Illusions and Hidden Creek Artisans, Lazaro, Native Spirit, RareGlo, Wonderland Knits with LuLaRoe, Bracelet 4 Cancer, Allison Berland Jewelry, Nita Creations and Fatos Guldal Kirkali. This event is perfect timing for your Mother’s Day shopping. The NIH Farmers Market will also be taking place with all of your favorite market vendors. Mark your calendar and plan on attending this popular show. It’s a one stop shopping spree!
Apartments: Summit Hills, Palisades of Bethesda, Aldon Management, The Upton Rockville, Miramont, Claridge, Element 28, Triangle Towers, The Metropolitan Attractions & Entertainment: iFly Montgomery, Strathmore, Cornerstone Productions International Automobile: Chevy Chase Acura Educational: Code Ninjas Financial: NIH Federal Credit Union, First Home Mortgage Health & Wellness: Sang’s Chiropractic Home Phone & Internet: Verizon Hotels: American Inn Bethesda, Hampton Inn & Suites Gaithersburg, Cambria Rockville, Double Tree Bethesda, Best Western Rockville Home Repair, Renovation & Restoration: DJH Construction LLC, Kitchen Saver, ServPro Insurance: Liberty Mutual Mobile Phone: Sprint Pet Services: Olde Towne Pet Resort Public Storage: Security Public Storage Shopping: Strosniders Hardware, Westfield Montgomery Travel: AAA
Convenient and Affordable Dry-Cleaning Service thru R&W Use the dry-cleaning service offered at the Bldg. 31 and Rockledge R&W stores. Dry cleaning is picked-up from and delivered to the stores every Monday and Thursday. Laundry service is $2.20 per item and dry cleaning is $6.75 and up.
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Homebuyer Education and Counseling is a Great Step for Aspiring Homeowners The desire for homeowner-ship in America remains high. In a 2017 NeighborWorks America survey, 93 percent of respondents said homeownership is important, very important or the most important. Homeownership is important to our economy, our families and our communities and a key vehicle for wealth accumulation. Census data cited in the 2017 National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) State of Housing in Black America report says that 69 percent of an American house-hold’s net worth is attributable to the net equity in their home. Becoming a homeowner is an exciting journey, and preparation is a key to success. Home-buyer education and counseling agencies are important resources to help aspiring homeowners prepare for and navigate the homebuying process to be-come sustainable homeowners. Through education and understanding of what to expect, homebuyers can get in a home and be successful homeowners over their lifetime. Homebuyer counseling offers one-on-one sessions with a HUD-approved counselor who tailors interactions to the prospective homebuyer’s situation and homeownership needs. Counseling helps prospective homebuyers gain confidence and information needed to take the next step toward buying a home with activities that include budgeting, identifying credit challenges and guidance to improve their credit score, debt reduction strategies and helping to determine afford-ability based on income and debt. Counseling also helps to dispel common myths about obtaining a mortgage loan, like “a 20 percent down payment is required to own a home.” That is not true and holds many homebuyers back from making the step forward and actually applying for a mortgage.
Homebuyer Education continued… Homebuyer education focuses on the basic concepts of homeownership but is not specific to a transaction. Also provided by a HUD-approved agency, topics covered in these classes include the homebuying process, how to maintain a home and the importance of good credit. Homebuyer education classes can be helpful for aspiring homeowners who have been approved for a loan but need information on better understanding the process to achieve and sustain homeownership. At Wells Fargo we believe in the value homebuyer education and counseling can bring to those seeking homeowner-ship. It’s a significant component of our $60 billion lending commitment to increase African-American homeownership by 2027. In the commitment we pledged to dedicate $15 million to support initiatives for homebuyer education and counseling for African-American families. In our first year, we have provided more than $1.8 million toward this goal in the first year. Wells Fargo also collaborates with a number of agencies to bring homebuyer education and counseling into communities across the country. Here in Washington, D.C., Wells Fargo has been a sponsor of the DC Housing Expo hosted by DC Housing and Community Development and the Greater Washington Urban League for the past eight years. Homebuyer education is a requirement of the NeighborhoodLIFT program, a national collaboration between Wells Fargo and NeighborWorks America that also provides down payment assistance grants. It’s important to us at Wells Fargo that our customers are successful homeowners. And we believe that homebuyer education and counseling should be components of the homeowner-ship journey, especially for first-time homebuyers.
Every month, and a variety of weeks and days each month, has its own designated food awareness. Every month the R&W highlights these dates and includes recipes and highlights which Community Market vendor you can purchase ingredients from.
National Food & Health Days • Peanut Butter & Jelly Day (April 2nd) • Chocolate Mousse Day (April 3rd) • Cordon Bleu Day and Burrito Day (April 4th) • Caramel Popcorn Day and Fresh Tomato Day (April 6th) • Coffee Cake Day (April 7th) • Empanadas Day (April 8th) • Grilled Cheese Day (April 12th) • Peach Cobbler Day (April 13th) • Glazed Spiral Ham Day (April 15th) • Eggs Benedict Day (April 16th) • Pineapple Upside Down Cake Day (April 20th) • Cherry Cheesecake Day (April 23rd) • Pigs in a Blanket Day (April 24th) • Zucchini Bread Day (April 25th) • Prime Rib Day (April 27th) • Blueberry Pie Day (April 28th) • Shrimp Scampi Day (April 29th) • Oatmeal Cookie Day and Raisin Day (April 30th) A full list of National Food Days can be found here.–
National Food Weeks • •
National Bake Week (April 1st – 7th) Egg Salad Week (April 22nd – 28th)
National Food & Health Months • • • • • • • • •
Brussel Sprouts and Cabbage Month Emotional Overeating Awareness Month Global Child Nutrition Month BLT Sandwich Month Garlic Month Grilled Cheese Month Pecan Month Soft Pretzel Month Soyfoods Month
Eat Healthier, Be Healthier Try New Recipes Every Month Look for a variety of new recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and snacks every month in the Fitness Section of our website. Commit to get fit by eating healthier and working out.
BLT Grilled Cheese INGREDIENTS • 3 slices bacon • 1 tbsp. butter • 2 slices bread • 3 slices cheddar, divided • Small handful green leaf lettuce • 2 slices tomato DIRECTIONS • Fry bacon over medium-high heat until crisp, 6 minutes. Drain excess grease on paper towel, then wipe pan and reduce to medium heat. • Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. On the non-buttered side of one slice, place 2 slices of cheese, then lettuce, tomato, and bacon. Top with remaining slice of cheese and close sandwich. • Place sandwich in pan; cover and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook other side until cheese is melty and bread is golden brown, 2 minutes more. • Slice in half and serve.
New Arrivals to the R&W Look for NEW NIH branded shirts, scrubs and other items for Take Your Child to Work Day. Other new merchandise will be arriving in May. See page 5 for special Take Your Child to Work Day savings at R&W stores
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The R&W Community Market Heads Outdoors for the Spring The R&W Community Market is back outdoors! Join us Tuesdays from 10am – 2pm on the South Lawn of Bldg. 10. Participating vendors are as follows: *New Vendor* The Caramel Kettle: Handcrafted popcorn and sweet treats…one batch at a time. We specialize in kettle corn, specialty flavored popcorn, and a variety of seasonal treats that are just right for special occasions, gifts and every day. Eat Ojas: Freshly made energy bars and bites. Real ingredients, taste, and flavor! Products are vegan, soy free, preservatives free, chemical free, dairy free, and contain no artificial flavors, preservatives, chemicals or protein powders. Tag Team Kitchen: A wide variety of fully-baked pizza crusts in small and large sizes made with seasonal, locally grown produce, or our gluten and grain-free options. Pizza kits of sauce and a shredded cheese blend also available. RavenHook Bakehouse: Highest quality artisan breads, from Cheddar Jalapeno to Rustic Italian, all-natural sweets (cookies, scones, and pound cakes) and specialty items for different occasions. From grain forward breads and seasonal sweets to special jams there is something for all. Cupcakes Lounge: Delicious cupcakes, pound cakes, granola and other baked goods. Products contain as much local eggs and fruits as possible. Gluten-free available. The Chocolatiers Palette: Delicious gourmet fudge and Belgian chocolate. Fudge is preservative, gluten, corn syrup and artificial flavor free. Chocolate Moonshine: A variety of fudge and over 40 flavors of Artisan Chocolate Bars, each hand painted with French Cocoa Butter. Create their own personalized 10-piece or 20piece gift box assortment. Low sugar, gluten-free, made with Belgian and French chocolates with natural and organic ingredients, including fresh fruits and roasted nuts. Randalia Bee Hives: Local raw and cream honey, pollen, hand crafted beeswax candles, bar soap, infused botanical liquid soap, beeswax body salves body lotions, lip balms, tints, salt scrubs and natural deodorants from the Eastern Shore. Phil’s Dills: A variety of flavors including wasabi, fire garlic, sweet and spicy, Old Bay and black pepper, and kosher dills. District Spice: Blends are made in DC, and contain no salt, no anti-caking agents, and no preservatives. All Things Olive: Real, fresh extra virgin olive oil. Shop from a variety of extra virgin olive oils, barrel-aged wine vinegars from Napa Valley and 18-year old balsamic vinegars from Italy. Apple Valley: Apple butter, sauces, jams and seasonal produce. PINKAVA Coffee Company: A variety of flavors available in whole bean and ground. Ahh...Candles produces highly scented and long burning hand poured candles, aromatic wax beads and therapeutic neck wraps made with essential oils. Miscellaneous: Look for jewelry and craft vendors, NIH protocols, corporate sponsors and more.
Community Market Food Trucks Food trucks will be part of the R&W Community Market every Tuesday thru October 29th. This year you can expect to find the following trucks at our market. Balkanik Taste: Tasty Balkan cuisine from Bulgaria, Serbia and the rest of the Balkans. Big Cheese Truck/Java Cruiser: Purveyors of fine grilled cheeses, with nearly 20 different flavors throughout the year. CapMac: Is indulgence without regret from mac and cheese and gourmet pastas to fresh vegetables. Carnivore BBQ: Serving the best BBQ in the nation’s capital. Chix ‘n Stix: Specializes in crisp, fresh, deliciously fried chicken wings and tenders, to all beef quarter pound hot dogs, and specially seasoned “Flavor Fries.” *New* The Crab Cab: Bringing fresh, tasty seafood. El Pollo Submarine: Serving Salvadoran comfort with a twist. Many menu items are vegan or gluten-free. Firehouse Subs: A variety of hot specialty subs *New* GoGanics: A colorful menu with organic ingredients that are affordable and healthy. Different cooking options for customers looking to reduce calorie intake is offered. Greek on the Street: Serving authentic Greek cuisine. Holy Crepes: Serving sweet and savory flavored crepes that will melt in your mouth. *New* Jimmy’s Famous Seafood: Baltimore’s premier and historic restaurant and crab house offers their great tasting seafood from their truck. PhoWheels: Offers a modern interpretation of traditional Vietnamese cuisine, where comforting favorite dishes blend seamlessly with bold new flavors that will entice your palate. *New* Spunkie’s Soul Food: offer a mix of southern style foods. From Fried/baked chicken, mac & cheese, baked beans, yams and other foods and desserts. Swizzler Hot Dogs: Grass-fed beef hot dogs with a twist. Taco Bar: Offering tacos, quesadillas, and burrito bowls. Ben & Jerry’s: Enjoy scoops of ice cream, waffle cones, ice cream bars, and root beer floats. Captain Cookie and the Milkman: DC sweetest superheroes are a mobile bakery and dairy bar serving fresh-baked cookies, local creamery milk and made-to-order ice cream sandwiches. IceGreen Snowballs: An icy classic with a unique Southern snowball charm. Choose from over 30 tasty flavors. *New* Quinn’s Ice: Specializes in lactose-free soft serve, milkshakes, ice cream sandwiches, Belgian waffle sundaes and more. *New* Tamo Smoothies: Delicious combinations of layered and blended fruit smoothies
Linda Vista Farm will be rejoining the Community Market in May.
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Collective Goods Gift Show April 3rd – 5th – Bldg. 10 South Lobby Collective Goods, formerly Books Are Fun, will be returning to the Bldg. 10 South Lobby on Wednesday, April 3 rd (10am – 3pm), Thursday, April 4th (9am – 3pm), and Friday, April 5th (9am – 2pm). Shop from a variety of books, toys, electronics, gadgets, kitchenware, stationary and more. It’s a one-stop shopping bonanza. A portion of sales comes back to R&W to allow us to continue offering great programs to the NIH community.
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May 17th is Bike to Work Day Join the NIH Bicycle Commuter Club (NIHBCC) in celebrating National Bike Month and Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 17th, from 7am - 9:30am at NIH-Bldg. 1, 6:30am – 8:30am at Rock Springs Business Park (Marriott HQ) and 6:30am – 9am Rockville-Fallsgrove (pit stop close to the NCI Shady Grove building). These buildings will be featured among many local pit stops supported by the Washington Area Bicyclists Association in a salute to bicycle commuting. NIH often wins the Metropolitan Washington Council of Government's (COG) award for being the area's biggest employer of Bike to Work Day participants. Complete your free registration and help us defend our proud title this year by identifying your employer as “National Institutes of Health” no matter which pit stop you register for. You must pre-register for the pit stop you plan to visit to receive a Bike to Work Day 2019 T-shirt; available while supplies last. At the NIH pit stop, all employees and contractors who show up riding a bicycle and wearing a helmet may enjoy breakfast snacks and participate in a raffle drawing. If you have never tried commuting by bike to NIH and aren't quite sure how to begin, visit NIH Bikes and click on the “Commuting” link. Bike to Work Day is a rain or shine event. Volunteers are always appreciated to help with preparations before Bike to Work Day or on the day of the event. If you would like to help, please email Vernon Anderson. Bike to Work Day participation enhances awareness of the myriad benefits bicycle commuting brings to personal health, the community, and the environment.
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The annual Camp Fantastic BBQ will take place on Tuesday, June 11th beginning at 11am. This year the BBQ will take place at Bldg. 10 South. Live music will once again be provided by ARRA (The Affordable Rock ‘n Roll Act). Greek on the Street, Carnivore BBQ and Ben & Jerry’s will be serving food. Look for more details regarding silent auction items, a vendor fair and more. The NIH Community Market will also be taking place.
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Vanpooling Is Economical and Environmentally Friendly
Eric Sofranko has openings in his vanpool. The vanpool departs the Jefferson, MD Park-n-Ride/Firehouse at 5:30am and arrives at Campus/Bldg. 31 by 6:30am. The van departs Campus/Bldg. 31 at 4:15pm and arrives in Jefferson at 5:15pm. If you are interested in this Jefferson-to-Campus vanpool, contact Eric at 240-627-3585. Kathy Manigo-Lewis has openings in her vanpool. The van is scheduled Monday - Friday, 9-hour days, with AWS. It departs the Route 17 Commuter lot in Fredericksburg, VA, at 4:40am and arrives at Campus by 5:40am. The van departs campus at 3:45pm and arrives at Route 17 Commuter lot in Fredericksburg, VA by 5:15pm. Those interested contact Kathy at 301-451-1205. Tripp Wray has openings in his vanpool. The van departs Trinity United Methodist Church in Mount Airy at 5:45am and arrives at Campus by 7am. The van departs campus at 4:30pm (flexible) and arrives at Trinity United Methodist Church around 6pm. Those interested should contact Tripp at 301-496-9539. Richard Buckland has openings in his vanpool. The van departs the Sharpsburg Pike Park-n-Ride, by the outlet mall at 4:30am and arrives at Campus by 5:30am. The van departs campus at 4:15pm and arrives at Sharpsburg Park-n-Ride at 6pm. If interested should contact Richard at 304-582-3113. Stacy Coleman has openings in her vanpool. The van departs from the Oxon Hill Park-n-Ride at 6:30am and arrives at Campus and Bldg. 10 by 7:10am. The van departs campus at 4:05pm and arrives in Oxon Hill Park-n-Ride at 5pm. Those interested should contact in Stacy at 301-435-4693. There are three openings in the vanpool from Ellicott City. The van leaves at 6am from Long Gate Park-and-Ride in Ellicott City and leaves at 3.30pm from Bldg. 10. South Entrance parking lot. Please contact Mukesh Garg 443-803-1234. Are You Having Trouble Controlling Your Drinking? Closed (only open to people who have trouble controlling their drinking) Alcoholics Anonymous meetings occur at noon for one hour on Monday & Friday at NIH in Bldg. 31 Rm. B4BN09 (near the NIH Fitness Center). The meetings are free and confidential. For more info call the EAP at 301-496-3164.
Sesame Live Comes to Fairfax May 4th & 5th. Get discount tickets thru R&W. See page 18.
NIH Tae Kwon Do Class The NIH Tae Kwon Do (TKD) School is offering regular and beginner’s classes for adults and mature teens, no previous martial arts experience is necessary. Current TKD practitioners of any rank or any other arts are welcome. The curriculum combines traditional striking, kicking, forms, sparring, and other basic martial arts techniques with particular emphasis on self-defense. The club meets in the Thomas Malone Judo and Tae Kwon Do Center (Bldg. 31, Rm. B4C18 on Mondays from 6pm – 8pm, Wednesdays from 6pm – 7pm and Fridays from 6pm – 8pm (sparring and self-defense). Registration is $50 per quarter or $150 for the year. The club is also recruiting black belts in Tae Kwon Do to help as instructors. For more info contact Glenn Daigon at 202-942-2340 or visit the Facebook Group: NIH Taekwondo and Aikido or the club website.
104th Season of Departmental Tennis League The HHS Tennis Team participates in the Departmental Tennis League (DTL) with other federal agencies. Competitive doubles matches at USTA 3.5-5.0+ levels are played during the week from 6pm - 8pm, April - Aug, at the Rock Creek Tennis Center (16th and Kennedy Streets, NW). Current and former government employees, contractors, spouses, and children (18+) are eligible to play. Complete a brief survey for details.
Interested in Learning How to Sail? NIHSA Basic Training Sailing Course: The NIH Sailing Association (NIHSA), an R&W supported club, offers a Sailing Basic Training course for NIH adult employees, contractors, fellows, and patients, and NOAA employees. The Spring session will run April 2nd - May 17th and the Summer session will run from July 16th - August 13th. Registration for Spring is open now, visit NIHSA for details. The in-class sessions are held on the NIH Bethesda campus and the on-board (on the water) sessions are held at Selby Bay on the South River near Edgewater, MD. Participants must be able to provide or arrange for their own transportation to both the in-class and onboard sessions. If you are interested in this course and would like more info email the club. Experienced Sailors: If you are an experienced sailor and would like to be able to charter the NIHSA boats please contact us about joining the club and doing a check-out sail. We are also always looking for experienced volunteers to help with both in-class and on-board instruction.
NIH Philharmonia Season Finale Two Performances “Ode to Joy" The NIH Philharmonia, under the direction of Nancia D'Alimonte, presents "Ode to Joy" on Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th at 7:30pm at St. Elizabeth Church in Rockville, MD. The concert is free and will include Beethoven – Symphony no. 9 (choral). For more info.
NIH R&W-Sponsored Co-Ed Softball League Looking for a spring and summer outdoor activity? Join the NIH Co-Ed Softball League! Teams play once each week from mid-April to mid-August. There are openings for individual players or an entire team. All skill levels welcome! The league is also seeking someone to umpire occasional games ($25/Game). Contact Rob Willcoxon at 301-518-9118.
NIH Aikido Club The NIH Aikido Club is offering a regular beginner’s class for adults and mature teens. New students are invited to begin classes on any Wednesday. Our curriculum under Irvin Vannsensei focuses on the principles of Aikido, the art of peace and follows the Aikido Association of America. No experience is necessary. The classes meet in the Thomas Malone Judo and Tae Kwon Do Center (Bldg. 31, B4C18) on Wednesdays, 7pm – 8:30pm and Saturdays 10:45am – 1pm. Registration is $50 per quarter and $40 for a uniform. All are welcome to watch regular training sessions. For more info contact Irvin Vann or Glenn Daigon or visit the Aikido website.
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Purchase Your R&W Membership Today If you haven’t already, make sure to join the R&W, for only $9! Memberships are good for 365 days. R&W Members can purchase tickets, join R&W clubs, join Costco as a new member, get discounts in R&W stores and more. Join at the Bldg. 31 or Rockledge R&W stores, or preferably online. After adding a membership to your cart, click on the Cart icon in the menu bar, proceed to checkout, and once you’ve entered the appropriate information on the next screen click Proceed to PayPal to make payment. You do not need a PayPal account to purchase a membership, they will handle the payment transaction with your credit card.
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May 4th & 5th at EagleBank Arena When magician extraordinaire Justin visits Sesame Street to put on a magic show for the whole neighborhood, Elmo wants to be part of the big event. But there’s one problem…Elmo doesn’t know how to do magic. Elmo teams up with Abby and Justin, embarking on an extraordinary journey where Elmo discovers that you can do anything. Along the way Elmo and Abby are joined by Cookie Monster, Big Bird, Grover, Rosita, Count von Count, and Gonger and discover the many magical moments in everyday life.
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Luray Caverns is the most popular cavern in Eastern America with guided tours along well-lighted, paved walkways lead visitors through cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10-stories high, towering stone formations, and natural wonders at every turn. R&W Members receive $6 off up to six adult admission tickets to Luray Caverns. Visit the R&W’s Member Discounts.
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Discount Tickets to the National Aquarium in Baltimore Available Online Thru R&W The R&W provides its members the ability to purchase tickets to the National Aquarium in Baltimore. Discounted admission tickets are available to R&W Members thru the R&W website. Save up to $8.
Discount on Gifts and Gift Baskets from Our Gift Biz Our Gift Biz, located in Rockville, MD, is pleased to offer NIH employees, family and friends a discount of 5% off every day on all orders, gifts and baskets (not including tax and shipping). Gift baskets can be customized to suit your needs. Use code “NIH 2019” to receive the discount. View their selection online and call their gift gurus at 240-406-8701 to help you place your order.
2019 Local Park Sneak Peak R&W members can purchase tickets to a variety of amusement parks, all over the country thru TicketsAtWork.com. Once you register to be an R&W member or have logged into your account, click on Member Discounts and then click on the TicketsAtWork ad. Upon registering for TicketsAtWork you will have access to a variety of different entertainment options. Before purchasing tickets or offers thru TicketsAtWork.com make sure to completely read the instructions for how the tickets work and if they are name specific.
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Kings Dominion has a little bit of everything for everyone. From live shows, to thrill rides, to Planet Snoopy, Kings Dominion is a perfect family destination. During the summer beat the heat at Soak City.
From fun rides to family friendly environment such as seeing chocolate made at Chocolate World, viewing over 200 animals in ZooAmerica, and relaxing your cares away at The Boardwalk, Hershey Park has it all. This Summer Hershey Park will add Reese’s Cupfusion which merges the world’s love of chocolate and peanut butter with a dark ride gaming experience to create a sweet sensory adventure for the entire family. Agents are equipped with state-of-the-art gear to protect the factory and earn points on every mission.
Whether you want to ride roller coasters, relax in Hurricane Harbor, or hang with Bugs Bunny and other Looney Tunes characters, Six Flags America has something for everybody. New this year is the all-new coaster experience Firebird! Rising from the ashes of the Apocalypse, this ride will take thrillseekers thru incredible twists, drops and inversions, all while seated in state-of-the-art floorless trains.
At Busch Gardens Williamsburg you can visit England, France, New France, Italy, Germany, Ireland, and Scotland all in one day. New in 2019 is Finnegan’s Flyer, an extreme swing ride in which riders soar high and swing out over the cliffs of the Celtic coast in the park’s Ireland village. This Summer at Water Country USA get ready to hang ten and catch a wave on Cutback Water Coaster™, the only RocketBLAST® coaster on the East Coast and Virginia’s first hybrid water coaster.
Carowinds delivers fun that’s impossible to forget with live entertainment, exciting special events and the tastiest Southern cuisine around. Carowinds has everything you need to make lifelong memories. Giggle with little ones at the antics of Snoopy and the PEANUTS™ gang, grab a friend and scream out loud on spine-tingling thrill rides or on one of 14 rollercoasters and get completely soaked at Carolina Harbor. New in 2019 is Blue Ridge Junction, covering western North Carolina and a sliver of South Carolina's upstate, the Blue Ridge Mountains region offers a majestic landscape, vibrant colors, an undeniable charm and new coaster Copperhead Strike.
Sesame Place celebrates 50 years with new attractions, special photo ops and fireworks. Visit the all-new Sesame Street Neighborhood! The iconic street has been updated to reflect the set now seen on Sesame Street. Explore new storefronts including an updated Hooper’s Store and the iconic 123 stoop. Stroll thru Abby Cadabby’s Garden and pose for a photo in Big Bird’s Nest! Our Street is Sesame Street features the Muppets from Sesame Street, for the FIRST TIME EVER at Sesame Place! See Elmo, Abby Cadabby and Big Bird in this ALLNEW show that will have you singing, dancing and clapping along! Welcome the newest (and biggest!) neighbor to Sesame Place – Mr. Snuffleupagus! Meet and take photos with Snuffy and Big Bird at Abby’s Paradise Theater!
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Are You Ready to Rock? Did you miss out on getting your child, though secretly yourself, Taylor Swift tickets? Want to go “on the run” with Jay-Z and Beyonce? Need a laugh and want to catch Martin Lawrence or Gabriel Iglesias on tour? Want to rock out with Bono and U2 or be told you’re amazing just the way you are by Bruno Mars? Tickets are available to concerts all over the world, even if they’re sold out. Surprise that special someone in your life and be their Enrique Iglesias by being their hero baby. Discounts vary!
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Colonial Williamsburg is the only place that takes you back in time to the dawn of America. This isn't just a place where things once happened. They're happening, right now, here in the 18th century. We're the place where the idea of our country is being born; the place where the ideals we stand for as Americans are being defined. Step back in time and meet the people who made America—sing with them, dance with them, eat with them, and have fun with them. For every person who wants to understand this country, this is your place. Tickets include: Admission to the historic area, complimentary shuttle service and free parking at the Regional Visitor Center, Interpreter-led tours of the Governor's Palace, the Capitol Building and all Government Buildings, and admission to our two world-class art museums. Children 5 and under are admitted free.
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April 2019 Sunday
It’s Tax Time! Get help from H&R Block. Find out how on page 15.
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NIH Community Market Tuesdays Bldg. 10 S. Lawn 10am – 2pm
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Mobile Mammography Screening May 30 Book your appointment today!
Spring Bazaar Tues., May 7th 10am – 2pm Bldg. 10 South Lobby
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R&W Memberships Buy at R&W stores or online for $9 a year.
Be a Big Train Host Family. See page 5 for details.
Co-Ed Softball Players and Umpires wanted. See page 17.
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Camp Fantastic BBQ Tues., June 11th 10am – 2pm Bldg. 10 South Lawn
Bike to Work Day May 17th See page 13 for times and locations.