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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 Health Screenings (Mobile Mammography)…………………….………………page 4 • Camp Fantastic BBQ, NIH Institute Relay.………………………………………………page 5 • NIH Take a Hike Day, R&W Inventory.……………………….……..…………………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 • Safety, Health and Wellness Day, R&W Annual Meeting…………………….…...page 13 • R&W Clubs (NIH Community Orchestra & Chorus, Caribbean Day)..………page 15 • Tickets & Member Deals……………………………………………………………………….pages 17 - 19 o Costco, Luray Caverns, Baltimore Aquarium, Sesame Live…..………….page 17 o 2019 Local Theme Parks (Six Flags, Sesame Place)…………………..….…page 18 o TicketsAtWork (Movie Tickets, Sporting Events, Concerts)……………..page 19 • Chevy Chase Acura R&W VIP Program………………………………………………….page 20 - 21 • Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………………….page 22
2019 SUMMER STUDENT SPECIAL This summer, we are offering discounts on our Fitness Center Memberships for all postbacs, postdocs, and students! This offer is only valid until July 31st, so be sure to take advantage of it before it is too late! • •
Sign up for any 1, 2 or 3 month membership and we’ll waive the start-up fee ($40 savings) completely! Signup for any Annual or 6 month membership and receive ½ off the start-up fee ($20 savings)
Date
Day
Time
Location
Program
Trainer
6/5
Wednesday
11am – 11:45am
Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
Yoga for YOU
Shannon
6/5
Wednesday
1pm – 2pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116
Foundations of Yoga
Prema
6/7
Friday
12:15pm – 1pm
The Loft (T-39)
Tabata
Ashley
6/10
Monday
12:15pm – 1pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116
Cardio Kickboxing
Charissa
6/10
Monday
4pm – 4:45pm
Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
“Ask the Trainer”
Michael
6/12
Wednesday
11:30am – 1pm
Campus & Off Campus
12th Annual Take a Hike Day
Various
6/13
Thursday
12pm – 12:45pm
Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
BANG “Power Dance”
Linda
6/14
Friday
12:15pm – 1pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116
Yoga with Weights
Prema
6/18
Tuesday
12:15pm – 1pm
The Loft (T-39)
Strength & Conditioning
Susan
6/19
Wednesday
11am – 11:45am
Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
Yoga for YOU
Shannon
6/19
Wednesday
12:15pm – 1pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116
Indoor Cycling
Lisa
6/20
Thursday
12:15pm – 1pm
The Loft (T-39)
Total Body Transformation
Maria
6/21
Friday
12:15pm – 1pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116
Yoga with Weights
Prema
6/24
Monday
4pm – 4:45pm
Bldg. 31 Rm. B4-C18
“Ask the Trainer”
Michael
6/24
Monday
5:30pm – 6:30pm
The Loft (T-39)
PiYo
Susana
6/26
Wednesday
10:30am – 1:30pm
Wednesday
5:45pm- 6:30pm
NIH Annual Safety, Health & Wellness Day Indoor Cycling
Various
6/26
Bldg. 10 South Lobby & Lawn The Loft (T-39)
6/28
Friday
12:15pm – 1pm
RKL II Rm. 9112/9116
Interval Training
Lisa
Jeff
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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, 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. 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.
Music, Food, Games and More… Camp Fantastic BBQ is June 11th
Gather up your friends and co-workers and come on over to the Annual Camp Fantastic BBQ! Join us Tuesday, June 11th on the South Lawn of Bldg. 10 from 11am - 2pm as we raise money to give children with cancer a summer experience to remember. The afternoon will be filled with great food, live music, games, photobooth shenanigans (sponsored by Southern Management), a silent auction, our weekly Community Market, a mini-vendor fair and more. FOOD: Greek on the Street, Carnivore BBQ and Ben & Jerry’s Music: ARRA (The Affordable Rock ‘n Roll Act) Silent Auction: • Marlon Humphrey Autographed Photo (Ravens) • Gift Basket of Products (Progressions Salon) • $500 Voucher toward purchase of Stock Material and Children’s Gift Basket (Architectural Ceramics) • Bronze Birthday Party Package (Castle Laser Tag) • Oil Change & Car Wash (WLR Automotive) • Gift Card (Aldon Management) • Overnight Stay at Live! Hotel, Dinner for Two at any Live Restaurant and $15 free Slot Play for Two (Maryland Live! Casino & Hotel) • Adrian Peterson Autograph Fball (CORT Furniture) • Meet the Mob Package (Roos2U) • Cancer Awareness Bracelet (Bracelet 4 Cancer) • 3-night stay and bath (Olde Towne Pet Resort) • Installation of 2 Roll out Shelves (KitchenSaver) • Wine Tasting and Tour for 4 (Loew Vineyards) • Travis Boyd Autographed Puck (Washington Caps) • ‘18 Team Signed Laser Fball (Washington Redskins) • Gift Card (Woodhouse Day Spa) • VISA Gift Cards (Best Western Plus) • Gift Certificate (DoubleTree Bethesda) • VISA Gift Cards (FedAdvantage) • iFly Flight Package (iFly Montgomery) • And More… Sponsors: Southern Management, the NIHFCU, Progressions Salon, AFLAC, Nexus Holidays, Peddicord Plumbing, Upton Rockville, CORT Furniture, Architectural Ceramics, T-Mobile, Contemporaries, Aldon Management, KitchenSaver, Olde Towne Pet Resort, Sprint, Energy Efficiency Experts, Brightview Senior Living and more. Purchase your meal directly from the food trucks. A percentage of all food sales and proceeds from the silent auction will go to help support the Special Love/Camp Fantastic program. You do not need to be present to win. Come be a part of the event, bring your coworkers and make a difference in a child’s life!
Rockledge R&W Store Closing June 28th
Due to the next scheduled phase of construction at 6705 Rockledge Drive, the R&W store will be closing permanently on Friday, June 28th. We thank the Rockledge community for their continued support of the R&W retail operations. We will still be able to provide you services online and at our Bldg. 31 R&W store.
Camp Fantastic – Special Love, Inc.
Children with cancer have to grow up much too fast. They feel different from other children and many miss out on activities that healthy children experience daily. This was the reason Special Love was created. Special Love programs, including Camp Fantastic, offer children with cancer the chance to jump, play, explore, laugh, swim and make friends through a community of support, made up of patients, family, and staff who know and understand the trials and triumphs of battling childhood cancer. Your contributions can assist Special Love in their mission. Donations are tax deductible. Make checks payable to the R&W Foundation and send to R&W, Bldg. 31 Rm. 1W08. Together we can make a difference in the life of a child with cancer.
The Institute Relay Returns to Bldg. 1 September 19th!
It’s time to start training! Can your team defeat the defending champs “Work Time’s Over”? This year the 36th Annual Institute Relay returns to the front lawn of Bldg. 1 on Thursday, Sept. 19th. It’s time to start gathering your team together so you can pick your team name and of course, start training. Put on your thinking caps and think creatively about your team name. Examples from last year include: There Is No Eye In Team, Running Out of Space, Designer Genes, ChloRide Like the Wind, Do You Even Formulate Bro?, Water You Running From?, Between a Walk and a Hard Pace and Ain’t Running No Clinical Trial. Take the next three months to gather for jogs around Bldg. 1 or visit the fitness center in Bldg. 31 for a run on the treadmill or elliptical machine. The relay is a great reason to set a new fitness goal while preparing for a fun event. Get your sneakers ready for some action. It’s going to be fun! Register your team, beginning June 24 for $25.
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12th Annual NIH Take a Hike Day
Walk! Run! Fun! Lace up your shoes and grab a coworker! The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) and the NIH Office of Management will host the 12th Annual Take a Hike Day on Wednesday, June 12th, activities start at 11:30am and the race begins at approximately 12:10pm. All NIH staff are invited to walk or run around the perimeter of the NIH campus (approximately 3.25 miles from start to finish) – rain or shine. Not on campus? No problem! You can participate in Take a Hike Day activities at the following off campus locations: Executive Plaza, Fishers Lane, Rockledge, Two Democracy and Shady Grove. New this year is Take a Hike Day at NIEHS Research Triangle Park. In the event’s 11 years there have been over 16,000 participants so let’s continue the tradition. Fun fact! The physical activity guidelines for Americans recommends 30 minutes of moderate physical activity each day. Meet your daily physical activity goal and have fun while doing it. The goal is to begin or continue a regular habit of physical activity and create a foundation for long-term behavior changes for a healthier lifestyle. Register for Take a Hike Day! Show your team spirit and sponsor a water station! Tables and water are supplied – you provide the volunteers and enthusiasm. If you would like to sponsor a water station and show your IC spirit, please contact Shuntrice Holloman. Tables will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. Please obtain your supervisor’s approval before registering. Take a Hike Day is a voluntary event. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations to participate in this event should contact Linda Kiefer, 301-4028180, and/or the Federal Relay (1-800-877-8339). Requests should be made at least five days in advance of the event.
R&W Store Inventory Closings
Please Note, the R&W annual inventory will take place Friday, June 28th. The Bldg. 31 and Rockledge. Both locations are expected to open by 12:30pm. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.
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.
Join the R&W and Fitness ListServs
Get the latest on all things R&W related delivered to your Inbox. Be the first to hear about upcoming events, R&W store specials, travel opportunities, special ticket offers, early bird offers and much more. Everyone is welcome to join, and membership is not required to receive the listserv emails. Just provide your name and email and the info will begin to flow. Also join our Fitness Center listserv to get information on specials, upcoming classes, and any emergency closures.
Order Your Business Cards Thru R&W
The R&W offers business cards produced by AAA Color Card Company, who has provided quality business cards for government and military employees since 1976. Order online and have them mailed directly to you. Prices start at $38.
Dog Haus Dine-Out Event Coming in July. Details coming soon.
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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 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hazelnut Cake Day (June 1st) Rocky Road and Rotisserie Chicken Day (June 2nd) Chocolate Macaroon and Egg Day (June 3rd) Gingerbread Day (June 5th) Applesauce Cake Day (June 6th) Chocolate Ice Cream and Donut Day (June 7th) Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day (June 9th) Iced Tea and Herbs & Spices Day (June 10th) Corn on the Cob Day(June 11th) Peanut Butter Cookie and Falafel Day (June 12th) Cupcake Lovers Day (June 13th) Strawberry Shortcake Day (June 14th) Lobster Day (June 15th) Fudge and Veggies Day (June 16th) Apple Strudel Day (June 17th) Sushi and Cherry Tart Day (June 18th) Ice Cream Soda Day (June 20th) Peaches and Cream Day (June 21st) Chocolate Éclair and Onion Ring Day (June 22nd) Pecan Sandy Day (June 23rd) Pralines Day (June 24th) Strawberry Parfait and Catfish Day (June 25th) Parchment Cooking Day (June 26th) Almond Buttercrunch Day (June 29th) Mai Tai Day (June 30th)
A full list of National Food Days can be found here.–
National Food & Health Months • • • • • • • •
Candy Month Dairy and Dairy Alternatives Month Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month Iced Tea Month Papaya Month Turkey Lover’s Month Steakhouse Month National Soul Food 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.
Chicken Potpie Skillet Pizza
INGREDIENTS • 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided • ¼ cup prechopped onion • ¼ cup matchstick-cut carrot • ¼ cup prechopped celery • ¼ cup frozen green peas • 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour • 1 cup unsalted chicken stock • 10 ounce refrigerated fresh whole-wheat pizza dough • 5 ounces skinless rotisserie chicken breast, shredded • 3 ounces pre-shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese • 1 teaspoon thyme leaves • ¼ teaspoon black pepper • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt DIRECTIONS • Place 12-inch cast-iron skillet in oven, preheat to 500°F. (Don’t remove while oven preheats.) • Heat 1 tsp oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add onion; sauté 2 mins. Add carrot, celery, and peas; sauté 1 min. Remove mix from skillet; set aside. • Add flour and 1 tbsp oil to nonstick skillet. Cook 30 seconds, whisking constantly. Slowly add stock, stirring constantly. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer, whisking often, until mixture is thickened, about 3 mins. Remove from heat. • Place dough on a lightly floured surface; roll into 12-inch circle. Carefully place dough in preheated cast-iron skillet; flatten to cover bottom of pan. Bake in preheated oven until crust lightly browned, about 5 mins. Remove from oven; increase heat to broil. Top pizza crust with ½ cup stock mix. Sprinkle with onion mix, chicken, and cheese. Broil until cheese is melted, about 2 mins. Drizzle with remaining stock mix. Sprinkle with thyme, pepper, and salt.
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The R&W Community Market South Lawn of Bldg. 10
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: Linda Vista Farm: Purchase a variety of in-season produce thru the fall. The Caramel Kettle: Handcrafted popcorn and sweet treats. Specializing in kettle corn, specialty flavored popcorn, and seasonal treats 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.
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.” 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 GoGanics: A colorful menu with organic ingredients that are affordable and healthy. Different cooking options for customers looking to reduce calorie intake is offered.
Cupcakes Lounge: Delicious cupcakes, pound cakes, granola and other baked goods. Products contain as much local eggs and fruits as possible. Gluten-free available.
Greek on the Street: Serving authentic Greek cuisine.
The Chocolatiers Palette: Delicious gourmet fudge and Belgian chocolate. Fudge is preservative, gluten, corn syrup and artificial flavor free.
Jimmy’s Famous Seafood: Baltimore’s premier and historic restaurant and crab house offers their great tasting seafood from their truck.
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.
PhoWheels: Offers a modern interpretation of traditional Vietnamese cuisine, where comforting favorite dishes blend seamlessly with bold new flavors that will entice your palate.
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.
Holy Crepes: Serving sweet and savory flavored crepes that will melt in your mouth.
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.
District Spice: Blends are made in DC, and contain no salt, no anti-caking agents, and no preservatives.
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.
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.
IceGreen Snowballs: An icy classic with a unique Southern snowball charm. Choose from over 30 tasty flavors.
Apple Valley: Apple butter, sauces, jams and seasonal produce.
Quinn’s Ice: Specializes in lactose-free soft serve, milkshakes, ice cream sandwiches, Belgian waffle sundaes and more.
PINKAVA Coffee Company: A variety of flavors available in whole bean and ground. Try a sample.
Tamo Smoothies: Delicious combinations of layered and blended fruit smoothies
Miscellaneous: Look for jewelry and craft vendors, NIH protocols, corporate sponsors and more.
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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.
½ Price Special at iFly Montgomery June 18th and 19th
FedAdvantage
When it comes to benefits, the biggest challenge you may face is understanding what you have and knowing what you need. FedAdvantage was founded in 1992 with the purpose of assisting federal employees in understanding their benefits and educating on how to "fill the gaps” present in their benefits. We are experts in federal benefits and use our knowledge to develop insurance programs that make sense and offer peace of mind to federal employees. What we offer: Long Term Disability Insurance designed to "fill the gaps" in your leave and disability retirement benefits, providing peace of mind in knowing you can protect your income through a comprehensive disability insurance program. An accident can happen to anyone, and recovery can be costly. Accident Insurance provides benefits for covered accidental injuries, related services, and treatments. Critical Illness Insurance provides lump-sum payment for a covered illness such as cancer, a heart attack or stroke. Contact Fed Advantage at 866-973-6605.
NIH Safety, Health & Wellness Day – June 26th
The NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day will be held Wednesday, June 26, rain or shine, at the Clinical Center – South Complex, Building 10 from 10:30am – 1:30pm. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the activities and learn about safety, health and wellness opportunities at the NIH. The Office of Research Services, Office of Research Facilities, NIH Occupational Safety and Health Committee and the Laboratory Sustainability Group are combining efforts to increase workplace health awareness and promotion. The National Institute on Aging is the co-sponsor for this year’s event. The focus of this year’s event is to enhance employee nutrition, wellness, physical fitness, safety awareness and prevent or reduce work related injuries and illnesses. A wide range of activities and exhibits will be presented including health screenings, safety and health promotion exhibits, nutrition demonstrations and tastings, physical fitness activities, and NIH IC exhibits.
R&W Annual Meeting
The R&W Annual Meeting will be held Wednesday, June 19th from 12pm – 1pm in Bldg. 31, Rm. 2. Come and learn more about the operations of the R&W and the Employee Services we provide to the NIH/NOAA communities. We are interested in your suggestions for the 2019-2020 year as well! Join us as we close out the year and plan ahead for another year filled with activities, programs and fun!
Are You Looking to Save Some Money?
GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) was founded in 1936 and is the second-largest private passenger auto insurer in the United States according to the 2016 A.M. Best market share report, published May 2017. It provides auto insurance coverage for over 15 million policy holders. NIH R&W Members could save even more on auto insurance with a special discount from GEICO. Go to the special GEICO R&W discount page to see how much more you could save today!
Be a Big Train Host Family
Lunch will be served by Taco Bar, Ben & Jerry’s and a third truck to be determined. Also shop from local food vendors at the mini community market. For more info, visit the NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day website.
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.
Individuals who need reasonable accommodations to participate should contact Linda Kiefer at 301-402-8180 and/or the Federal Relay at 877-709-5798.
New Arrivals to the R&W…look for a new NIH t-shirts, hat/t-shirt combos and more.
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Homebuyer Education and Counseling is a Great Step for Aspiring Homeowners
The desire for homeownership 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 homeownership. 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.
Spring into Wellness
NIH Community Orchestra and Chorus “A Summer Concert Gala” June 9th
“A Summer Concert Gala” will be presented by the NIH Community Orchestra and Chorus. This one-time performance will take place Sunday, June 9th at 3pm at Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church, 9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD. The Orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture, Wieniawski’s Violin Concerto #2 opus 22 (soloist Camille Jones) and Selections from Gayaneh by Khachaturian, including Dance of the young maidens, Lullaby, and Sabre Dance. The event also includes Chorus performances from Verdi’s Quattro Pezzi Sacri, including Verdi’s Ave Maria (acapella) No.1 and Stabat Mater No.2 (Orchestra and Chorus). Free parking, no tickets; donations welcome to benefit the NIH charities. Reception following the performance. For more info call 240-277-3480 or visit the NIHCO website.
A Caribbean Day Celebration of Caribbean Food and Community Health
Join the Caribbean Association at NIH for their 12th Annual Taste of the Caribbean event on the Bldg. 31A Patio on Thurs., June 20th from 10:30am – 2pm. Celebrate Caribbean food, culture and community health. Purchase Caribbean food, art and crafts, enjoy live Steel Pan music, entertainment, a free door prize drawing and more. Visit the CANIH Membership table and NIH community resource tables. For more info contact Althea at 240-515-6757. This event is made possible by a collaboration with NIH R&W, The Caribbean-American Chamber of Commerce in the DMV and CANIH Committees.
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 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.
Your success at work and home is dependent on several diverse and interrelated factors: from managing your finances, creating and keeping a strong social network, and how well you take care of your physical and mental health. The Gallup study "The Five Essential Elements of Wellbeing" is a comprehensive global study of more than 150 countries that revealed the following five universal, interconnected elements that shape our lives: 1) physical, 2) financial, 3) social, 4) community, and 5) career wellbeing. The study concluded that only "66 percent of people are doing well in at least one of these areas and just 7 percent are thriving in all areas." During the months of April through June, the Office of Research Services (ORS) and the Office of Human Resources (OHR) are again partnering to offer a one-stop shop experience to support your personal and professional well-being! The Spring into Wellness campaign is intended to support all five essential elements and will highlight numerous events, both new and existing, including: * Take a Hike Day - June 12th For a full calendar of events and additional info, visit the campaign website which will be updated with new events throughout the campaign, so check back regularly. Please follow @NIHEmplSrvcs on Twitter for more info about services that can assist you with balancing work and family, as well as other programs and employee services to improve your well-being. If you have any questions about "Spring Into Wellness," please contact SpringIntoWellness@nih.gov.
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The Intelligibility Factor: Reduce Your Accent, Keep the Spice
Has anyone ever told you they can’t understand you because of your accent? A bit of an accent can create interest; too much of it can get in the way. A good communication coach can help you with accent reduction and increase your “intelligibility”, that is, how well your listeners understand you. Here are some hints to help you increase your intelligibility: • Slow down: Half of your intelligibility issues may improve immediately by slowing down, enabling the listener’s ear to adjust to the way you speak. It also enables you to take more time to make sure that you’re understood. • Use your consonants: If you use the consonants such as b, c., d, g, t and p, your intelligibility score will improve considerably. Practice saying the following “ Tabby the cat has a capacity to scat, so try to feed him this and that.” While it may feel uncomfortable at first, using your consonants is definitely worth the time and effort. • Listen: Find a good model. Many TED speakers have excellent speech; most on-air journalists and podcasters speak well, too. Because there may be gender or regional differences in speech patterns and modulation, you may want to model yourself after someone of the same gender who has Standard American Speech. • Practice, practice, practice: Mastery requires retraining your brain and speech muscles. For example, acquiring the flat, Standard American “r” requires flattening the base of the tongue. This can be difficult for native Russian or Spanish speakers but it’s not impossible. Find exercises online or seek professional help to address specific speech issues. And remember, a little bit of an accent can create interest and can give your speech “spice.” Learning techniques and practice will help you to avoid the kind of “spice” that overwhelms the dish. Shelley Gillon is a Communication Coach combining more than 25 years as a teacher, writer, lawyer and dialect coach She’s worked successfully with clients from all over the world including NIH, the FDA and Fortune 500 Companies. She can help you with accent reduction, speech anxiety, interview practice and a host of other communication issues. Contact Shelly Gillon.
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.
Join Costco and Start Saving Today
Join Costco through the R&W for $55 and receive 3 free items plus over $55 in coupons. This offer is for new Costco members only and exclusive to R&W members. Sign into your account and visit the Member Discounts section to take advantage of this offer.
Discount Coupon for Luray Caverns
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.
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.
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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.
Kings Dominion has a little bit of everything for everyone. From live shows, to thrill rides, to Planet Snoopy and during the summer beat the heat at Soak City. Kings Dominion is a perfect family destination!
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.
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 adds 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.
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!
Summer of Fun Ticket Guide Coming in July Issue
Discounted Tickets Available Year Round
Through the partnership between the R&W and TicketsAtWork, R&W members can purchase tickets to a variety of amusement parks, concerts, sporting events, movies, and more. 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.
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!
Attractions Discounts Across the US
As an R&W member you can see the biggest blockbusters at a discounted price. Movie Tickets available to a variety of movie theaters across the country. Save 15% - 45%!
R&W members can reserve a hotel stay through TicketsAtWork at over 225,000 hotels around the world. Get advanced booking savings and last-minute deals. Be on the lookout for the Best Rate Guarantee symbol! Save 10% - 60% off their hotel reservation.
Rental Car discounts providers such as Enterprise, Hertz, Dollar and National. Save up to 25%
Colonial Williamsburg
Did you know that you can purchase tickets to most Sporting Events through TicketsAtWork? Catch the Cubs play at Wrigley Field or the Red Sox play at Fenway, attend the NBA or Stanley Cup Finals, watch the Williams sisters dominate in any tournament. Traveling abroad? How about seeing Manchester United in the English Premiere League or going to the World Cup! You can do any of these and so much more. Discounts vary!
Start Planning Your Next Vacation Now
Don’t just dream of going somewhere relaxing, make it a reality. Through the R&W’s partnership with TicketsAtWork.com, R&W members can save on activities, attractions, and hotels in Hawaii, Mexico, the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic.
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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June 2019 Sunday June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month.
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NIH Community Orchestra & Chorus Concert 9601 Cedar Ln Bethesda - 3pm
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Discount ticket ideas for the summer. The fun begins on page 17.
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Krav Maga Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:15pm – 6:15pm Bldg. 31 FC
June is Aquarium Month Purchase discount tickets to the Baltimore Aquarium.
For a list of FREE Fitness for You classes, run over to page 3.
R&W Memberships Buy at R&W stores or online for $9 a year.
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National Gardening Exercise Day
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R&W Annual Meeting Bldg. 31, Rm. 2 12pm – 1pm
NIH Caribbean Day Celebration Bldg. 31A Patio 10:30am – 2pm
Schedule your appointment at the NIH Blood Bank 301-496-1048!
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Try recipes on R&W’s website. Some ingredients available at Bldg. 10 Market.
8th Annual NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day Bldg. 10 South 10:30am - 1:30pm
Summer of Fun Ticket Guide Coming in July R&W Newsletter.
Purchase Business Cards online thru the R&W. See page 7.
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Camp Fantastic BBQ 10am – 2pm Bldg. 10 South Lawn
HALF PRICE Introductory Flight Packages 6/18 & 6/19 at iFly Montgomery
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R&W Inventory Rockledge & Bldg. 31 Stores Open by 12:30pm 36th Annual NIH Institute Relay Returns to Bldg. 1 on September 19th Start Training!
Commute to Work in an NIH Vanpool. Ride on over to page 12 for details.
Dog Haus Dine-Out Fundraiser coming in July.