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Joint Base Journal
www.facebook.com/JBABdc JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING www.cnic.navy.mil/jbab
News and information for and aboutJoint Base Anacostia-Bolling
Vol. 6, No. 33 August 21, 2015
U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO BY JAMES E. LOTZ
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BY TECH. SGT.DANIEL DECOOK
SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE
PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMAND
INFORMATION
“If you’ve met Chief Binnicker,you’ve met an icon -- a hero, a leg-end,” said Chief Master Sgt. of theAir Force, James A. Cody.
Cody said these words as he de-livered the eulogy for former ChiefMaster Sgt. of the Air Force JamesC. Binnicker at the Fort Meyer postchapel in Arlington, Virginia, Aug.14.
As Binnicker’s flag-draped cas-ket lay in front of more than 500family, friends and fellow Airmen,a hushed silence fell over a visiblysomber crowd as Cody reflected onBinnicker’s impact on today’s AirForce.
“If you’ve met Chief Binnicker,you’re a better Airman today for it,for those moments, or that momentyou spent together,” Cody said. “Ifyou’ve met Chief Binnicker, you’rebetter prepared to lead becauseof the truth and wisdom he likelyshared, even when the truth hurt alittle.”
Binnicker was born in Orange-burg, South Carolina, on July 23,1938. He, like many others, wasdrawn to the possibility of one daybecoming a pilot, but high-fre-quency hearing loss in his right earprevented him from flying. It didn’tstop him from chasing his dream,however. He enlisted in the AirForce in 1957 and spent most of his
early career on the flight line.Originally in the personal equip-
ment career field, Binnicker cross-trained into air operations. Whiledeployed to Vietnam, he plannedflights for missions with the 22ndTactical Air Support Squadron.
After Vietnam and before servingas the ninth chief master sergeant ofthe Air Force, Binnicker spent timeas the senior enlisted adviser for the12th Air Force, Headquarters PacificAir Forces and Headquarters Tacti-cal Command. He also representedthe Air Force as senior enlisted ad-
viser on the President’s Commis-sion on Military Compensation.
“Taking care of our Air Forcefamily is not a one-time deal, it’s aforever deal; those are Chief Bin-nicker’s words not mine,” said AirForce Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A.Welsh III. “He believed them, heshared them, and most importantlyhe lived every day by them. He dedi-cated all he had to our service andhe continued his life’s work as awingman, leader and warrior.”
At the conclusion of a long anddistinguished career, the time came
for Binnicker to retire. Much likewhen hearing loss didn’t stop himfrom serving, a retirement ceremo-ny wouldn’t stop his relentless driveto support the men and women ofthe Air Force.
In March 2000, Binnicker be-came the president and CEO of theAir Force Enlisted Village, a non-profit charity located in Fort Wal-ton Beach, Florida, that provides ahome for the surviving spouses ofenlisted military personnel.
As the morning dew still clung tothe grass, a caisson trailed by a long
line of Airmen, family and friendsfollowed Binnicker to his final rest-ing place in section 57.
After a 21-gun salute, the playingof Taps, and a B-52 Stratofortressflyover, Cody once again spoke.This time he did so on bended kneewith a folded flag in both hands andhis words were reserved only forBinnicker’s wife, Janice.
The ninth chief master sergeantof the Air Force now rests in theshadows of the Air Force Memorialat Arlington National Cemetery.
9th CMSAF laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery
U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO BY SENIOR AIRMAN PRESTON WEBB
Members of the Old Guard escort the ninth Chief Master Sgt. of the AirForce James C. Binnicker to rest in Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Aug.14. Binnicker passed away March 21 in Calhoun, Ga.
U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO BY SCOTT M. ASH
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody consoles Jan Binnicker,widow of ninth Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Binnicker, beforehe is laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Aug. 14. Binnickerpassed away March 21 in Calhoun, Ga.
BY MASTER SGT.ERIC SULLIVAN
U.S. AIR FORCE BAND
The dog days of summer arecoming to a hazy end, and soonthe first cool breezes of autumnwill blow through the concretecanyons of the District of Colum-bia. Before long we’ll be cursingthe bitter cold and wishing for justone more day of the 95 degree heatand sweltering humidity that we’recomplaining about now.
But, before that inevitable turnoccurs, there will be some lovelylate-summer nights in the D.C.metro area, and the members of
your United States Air Force Bandhave an excellent idea regardinghow to best spend them - with us,of course!
Our 2015 Summer Concert Se-ries has just a few performancesleft, but they promise to be someof the most entertaining of theseason. On Aug. 21, the Airmen ofNote will be at the Air Force Me-morial with a concert series enti-tled “National Treasures: A Tributeto the Greatest Generation.” TheNote will perform iconic musicalselections from the World War IIera, including classic ‘40s big bandswing tunes and ballads, as well assome newer music that’s sure to
please every palate. The Airmen ofNote will repeat their concerts onAug. 25 at the Capitol and Aug. 26at the Sylvan Theater.
The 2015 Summer Concert Se-ries closes out on Friday, Sept. 11with a concert commemoratingthe birthday of our great UnitedStates Air Force. Join the ConcertBand and Singing Sergeants asthey present “The U.S. Air Force -Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.”As an added treat, your U.S. AirForce Honor Guard’s Drill Teamwill perform their unique and out-
standing show at 7 p.m. Also, justprior to the concert, Chief of Staffof the Air Force Gen. Mark Welshwill lead a wreath-laying ceremonyin remembrance of 9/11.
So, come and spend a beauti-ful (and temperate) night or twowith the Air Force Band, before thesummer’s gone and the SummerConcert Series with it. It doesn’treally get much better than greatmusic from talented Airmen mu-sicians under the night sky - andcome November, you’ll be gladyou took advantage of the warm
weather when you had the chance!All concerts are free and open
to the public. All concerts begin at8 p.m., with the exception of theSept. 11 performance, which be-gins at 7:30 p.m. Outdoor concertsare subject to weather cancella-tion, so please view our Facebookor Twitter feed for concert status.For more information on TheUnited States Air Force Band, in-cluding full calendar and record-ings library, visit our website www.usafband.af.mil.
Air Force Band Summer Concert Series wrapping up, don’t miss it
Special guest conductor retired Air Force Col. Arnald Gabriel leads theU.S. Air Force Concert Band on the National Harbor Plaza stage Aug.17. The performance commemorated the 70th anniversary of the end ofWorld War II and celebrated “The Greatest Generation,” featuring musicfrom or related to the World War II era. U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTOS BY JAMES E. LOTZ
Members of the U.S. Air Force Singing Sergeants perform on the National Harbor Plaza stage in Maryland onAug. 17. The performance commemorated the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II.
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Chaplain’s Religious EnrichmentDevelopment Operations
The Chaplain’s Religious Enrichment Development Operations (CREDO) offers a variety of pro-grams aimed at improving communication, adding resiliency, and training service members invaluable life skills.
Marriage Enrichment Retreat (MER) - Couples enjoy a free weekend at the Hilton Hotel in CrystalCity, Virginia, where they learn and apply marriage skills such as communication and problem solvingin a fun, small group atmosphere. Using personality inventories, participants learn that differences inmarriages can be ways to enhance and complete one another in the marriage journey. The next MERis scheduled for Aug. 28-30.
Personal Resiliency Retreat (PRR) - The PRR highlights the essential components of hindsight,insight, and foresight in order to equipmilitary personnel to accomplish themission. Overall, the goalof a PRR is to give participants an opportunity to grow andmature as individuals by reflecting on theirlives. The next PRR is scheduled for Sept. 18-20.
All retreats are free including room andmeals. They are open to all active duty and reserve militarymembers and their dependents. For pre-registration call 202-404-8830/8831. For more informationcontact the CREDO office, 202-767-5901/5900, send an email to: [email protected], or stop bythe Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) Chapel and inquire within.
CATHOLIC SERVICESReconciliation
Sunday 9 a.m.Chapel Center
RosarySunday 9:10 a.m.Chapel Center
Mass (Chapel Center)Tuesday 11:30 a.m.Wednesday 11:30 a.m.Thursday 11:30 a.m.Friday 7 a.m.Saturday 5 p.m.Sunday 9:30 a.m.
PROTESTANT SERVICESSunday Worship
Gospel 11:30 a.m.Chapel Center
General Protestant11 a.m.Chapel 2
Sunday SchoolSeptember - May9:30-10:30 a.m.Questions about these services or
other religious needs can be directedto 202-767-5900.
Chapel Schedule
BY JEREMY K. JOHNSON
JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Young pirates, sailors, andnautical engineers can stop by theYouth Center to grab materialsfor Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling’s(JBAB) annual Cardboard Regatta.
The event is scheduled for 6:30p.m. on Aug. 28 at the base pool.
Joyce Sheridan, youth directorat JBAB’s Youth Center, said therules of the event are fairly simple.
“We provide four sheets ofcardboard and a roll of duct tape,”she explained. “Teams have to puttogether a ‘boat’ that can carrytwo people.”
Materials can be picked upfrom JBAB Youth Center duringregular business hours. If par-ticipants run out of cardboard,they’re allowed to seek it else-where.
“People sometimes look forboxes leftover from PCS (perma-nent change of station) moves,”she added.
There are some restrictionson building materials, includinga prohibition on waterproofingspray, something she said takesthe fun out of the spirit of theevent.
Team categories include ages5-7, 8-10, 11-13, and 14 and up.Medals will be awarded for 1st,2nd and 3rd place.
Sheridan said ultimately, de-
signs are only limited by a team’screativity.
“I’ve seen just about everythingyou can think of,” she mused,“including one that looked like a
popcorn box - it sank. A lot of thekids need help from their parents,so it’s a great opportunity for fam-ily time when they’re building to-gether. The key to the entire thing
is just to have fun.”Teams can take all the time
they need to finish their creationsprior to the regatta, but all boatshave to be ready to go when the
first race begins.For questions about the event,
including the rules, call 202-767-4003. A rain date is scheduled forSept. 7.
Youth Center to host annual Cardboard Regatta Aug. 28
U.S. NAVY FILE PHOTO BY ERIC RITTER
Cardboard boats prove to be sturdy vessels as contestants race from one end of the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) pool to the other during theannual JBAB Youth Center Cardboard Boat Regatta Race, held Sept. 1, 2014.
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View all event information atwww.MYWFR.com or www.Face-book.com/MyWFR
Special EventsR&B Night featuring KERQ
Aug. 21 | 6-9 p.m. | Slip InnThird FridayAug. 21 | 6-11 p.m. | Bolling Club, Wings
Bar & Grill Featuring DJ Chris!
Summer Splash PartyAug. 21 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Base PoolSplash into summer with free food (while
supplies last), games and music! All receivefree entry to the pool.
Movie Under the StarsAug. 28 | 8:45 p.m. | Base PoolEnjoy this summer’s last FREE, family-
friendly movie outdoors at the base pool!Movie will be announced the Wednesdayprior on MWR’s Facebook page, at face-book.com/MyWFR.com.
Bolling ClubTheisen St., Bldg. 50 | 202-767-6794
Club Member DinnerAug. 27 | 5-8:30 p.m. | Bolling Club,
Wing’s Bar & GrillChoose from a juicy 12 ounce rib eye or
New York strip steak, tossed or iceberg wedgesalad and baked russet potato, sweet potato,french fries or rice pilaf and chef’s choice veg-etables. Prize giveaways will be held from 5-8p.m. Club Members: $24.95 for two people Ifyou’re not a clubmember, becomeone today!Applications are available at the Bolling Clubor online at MyWFR.com.
Boss & BuddyAug. 28 | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Bolling ClubFollowup thatmonthlypromotionceremo-
nyby taking yourboss to theWing’sBar&Grill.Clubmembers enjoy free social-hour food.
Champagne Sunday BrunchEvery Sunday | 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bolling
Club, Washington Dining RoomEnjoy the best Champagne Brunch in the
Capital Region, featuring mimosas, bloodymarys and screwdrivers. Choose from a va-riety of food to include a carving station, om-elet station, bacon, sausage and grits as wellas seafood newburg, eggs benedict andmadeto order waffles with assorted desserts. ClubMembers: $17.95; Non-Members: $22.95
All-You-Can-Eat BuffetTuesday-Friday: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. |
Washington Dining Room
Social HourWednesdays and Fridays | 5 p.m. | Bolling
Club
2-for-1 Steak NightEvery Thursday | 5-8:30 p.m. | Bolling
Club, Wings Bar & GrillChoose from a juicy 12oz rib eye or New
York strip steak, tossed or iceberg wedgesalad and baked russet potato, sweet pota-to, french fries or rice pilaf and chef’s choicevegetables. Catch of the day or grilled bone-less chicken breast is also available. ClubMembers: $24.95 for two people; Non-Mem-bers: $24.95 per person
Slip InnArnold Ave., Bldg. 2482202-767-5840
Acoustic Nights4:30 p.m. | Slip InnAug. 28 | Featuring Bobby Stevens
Capital Cove MarinaGiovannoli Way, Bldg. 90202-767-5424
Arts & Crafts CenterArnold Ave., Bldg. 4472202-767-6997/202-767-8560
Engraving Shop202-767-6997Find a wide selection of unique gift ideas
that can be engraved or personalized witha special message for any gift-giving occa-sion. From acrylics to wooden plaques totankards and travel mugs, Arts & Crafts hasthe perfect personalized gift for you.
Potomac Lanes Bowling CenterMcChord St., Bldg. 1310202-563-1701/1702
Scampi Pizza - $8.95Limited time offer - August
Teen NightEvery Friday in August | 7-11 p.m. | Po-
tomac Lanes Bowling Center
For only $8, enjoy all you can bowl, shoerental and a $2 arcade game card! Free foodand drinks are provided from 7:30-8:30 p.m.Open to ages 13-19.
National Bowling Awareness MonthEvery Saturday and Sunday in August |
12-5 p.m. | Potomac Lanes Bowling CenterTo celebrate National Bowling Aware-
ness Month, Potomac Lanes Bowling Cen-ter is offering free bowling every Saturdayand Sunday from 12-5 p.m. Space is lim-ited to availability. A drawing will be heldevery Monday for a custom drilled bowlingball!
Cosmic SaturdayEvery Saturday | 8 p.m.-midnight| Po-
tomac Lanes Bowling CenterUnlimited bowling and shoe rental for
only $15; $12 for active military personneland their families.
Wood ShopThe Wood Shop is open to all DOD ID
card holders. Membership is not required.Cost is $5 per hour.
Hours of Operation: Tuesday and Thurs-day: 2 - 8p.m. and Saturday: 9a.m. - 5p.m.
Information, Tickets & Travel (ITT)Office 4570 Chappie James Blvd.(Located inside the Commissary)202-404-6576
Great Wolf Lodge SpecialsSplash the day away in over 79,000
square feet of water-packed excitement,including jaw-dropping slides for thrillseekers and zero-depth entry areas forlittle ones. Outside the water park, thefun continues. Grab a wand and battle adragon in MagiQuest or get an ice cream-themed manicure in Scooops Kid Spa be-fore gathering your family in our GrandLobby for nightly Story Time, the perfectending to a Great Wolf day. Book todayat the ITT Office! Military Rates: Oct. 24:$206; Dec. 12: $206
Auto Hobby ShopBrookley Ave., Bldg. P9202-767-4571
SpecialsCoolant Flush: $75, includes one gallon
of antifreeze onmost vehicles TransmissionFlush: $110-$132, on most vehicles
Child and Youth ProgramsYouth CenterLangley Way, Bldg. 4485202-767-4003Current Youth Club membership and
registration are required for CYP events.
Torch ClubAug. 21 | 6 p.m. | Youth Center, Bldg. 4485This organization helps develop future
members with leadership and charac-ter development. The Torch Flames havedone several community service projectsthat benefit the JBAB community. Open toages 10-13.
Youth Sponsorship & Monthly BirthdayCelebration
Aug. 22 | 7 p.m. | Youth CenterIf your birthday is in August, then this
one’s for you! Youthwho are new to the com-munity are invited to come and find out whatthe Youth Center has to offer you. Meet fel-lowmembers and hear what they have to sayabout our programs, trips and activities.
Teen Employment Program Dress forSuccess workshop
Aug. 25; Register by Aug. 24 | 6-7 p.m. |Youth Center, Bldg. 4485
Dress for success as you head back toschool this fall. You never know when youmay have to go on an interview for an in-ternship or job. This live, interactive work-shop will help you discover some tricks ofthe trade to keep you in the game. Call theYouth Center at 202-767-4003 to reserveyour spot.
Cardboard Boat RegattaAug. 28 | 6:30 p.m. | Base PoolBid farewell to summer by competing
in the annual Cardboard Boat Regatta!Construct your vessel using four piecesof cardboard and one roll of duct tape.Race amongst others as your team triesto complete one lap in the pool withoutsinking! Two person teams can registerand pick up supplies at the Youth Center.Supplies are limited to one boat per fam-ily. Age groups include: Ages 5-7, 8-10,11-13 and ages 14 or older. Rain date isSept. 7. For further information, contactthe Youth Center at 202.767.4003.
Warfighter & Family Readiness Programs & Events
JBAB hosts senior NCO social
U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY SCOTT PAULEY
Joint Base Anacostia Bolling(JBAB) hosted a quarterly se-nior NCO social event Aug. 14at the Bolling Club. The event,hosted by the Washington AreaTop III, allowed senior NCOsfrom all branches of service toconnect with their peers in D.C.
“Being able to network withmultiple services from thelocal area may also help thesenior NCOs connect in orderto collaborate and solve theissues they find around theirbases,” said Chief Master Sgt.Kevin Kloeppel, senior enlistedleader at JBAB. “It’s kind of likeLinked-In in person.”
Need a root canal?
U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY LT. CDR. JIM REMINGTON
The Dental Clinic at Joint Base Andrews has limited openings for military retirees andeligible dependents in need of endodontic services. If you have been seen by a generaldentist and were told that you need a root canal, there is a ray of hope at the Andrewsclinic. The dentist needs to provide a letter, identifying the tooth in question. Call theclinic at 240-857-5029 to schedule an evaluation appointment. Accompanying x-rays willstrengthen your case.
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STORY AND PHOTOS BY SCOTT PAULEYJOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-
BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) com-mander, Navy Capt. Frank Mays, presentedawards Aug. 13 to service members andcivilian personnel who exemplified excep-tional service, as well as demonstrated bothprofessional and personal growth during thesecond quarter.
JBAB quarterly award winners: 2nd quarter
JBAB Fitness Center Team, Team of the Quarter
Capt. LatoshiaWright,Company Grade Officer
of the Quarter
Tamara Johnson,Non-AppropriatedFunds Supervisorof the Quarter
Sgt. Bianca Burgos,Appropriated FundsNon-Supervisor of the
Quarter
Sheila Knox,Non-AppropriatedFunds Non-Supervisor
of the QuarterTech Sgt. Thony Dorvil,NCO of the Quarter
Chief Petty Officer AlainDavid, Senior NCO of
the Quarter
Kimberly Lahm,Appropriated FundsSupervisor of the
Quarter
Airman 1st ClassKeturah Colds,
Junior Enlisted ServiceMember of the Quarter
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