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June 16, 2025
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MWR Hours of Operation Announced for June 19
 

 
MWR facilities at NAS Patuxent River and NRC Solomons have announced their hours of operation for the June 19 federal holiday.


 
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Pax River Barracks Model of Navy Housing Excellence
 

 
Pax River’s Navy-managed, $40 million unaccompanied housing facility presents a picture of barracks life 'done right' and stands out as the platinum standard of barracks living across the service


 
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Save with Bowling Specials at the Strike Zone
 

 
Bowl with the Strike Zone and save! Summer and weekday specials are available to all with base access.


 
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Registration for Pax River Teen Camp Open
 

 
Boys and girls who are least age 12 and in 7th grade through age 18 and in 12th grade with base access are eligible to register for the Pax River Teen Camp. Camp begins June 16.


 
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Active Duty MWR Survey Now Open
 

 
Active Duty members - MWR wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts in a short survey and help MWR programs be even more impactful.


 
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Celebrate 250 Years with the Army-Navy Challenge
 

 
When you register for the Army Ten-Miler on Oct. 12 in Washington, DC, you can join the new Army-Navy Challenge for free! Choose your side – Go Army or Go Navy – while honoring the 250th birthdays of both military branches. All challenge participants will receive a special Army-Navy Challenge pin.


 
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Fleet & Family Readiness Programs Now Hiring
 

 
Quality-of-life programs in Naval District Washington, including NAS Patuxent River and NRC Solomons, are hiring! Multiple positions are available.


 
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Purchase Discount Tickets to the Orioles through MWR
 

 
Purchase discount tickets to the Baltimore Orioles online through MWR! Use discount code PAXNAS25 to save up to 20% off the gate price. Plus, MWR receives $2 for every ticket purchased.


 
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Log Your Minutes for the Summer Reading Program
 

 
Calling all Pax River readers! Kids and adults of all ages are encouraged to register for the Summer Reading Program, log their reading minutes and earn cool prizes all summer long. Open to all with base access! The first prize pick-up will be June 27.

Thank you to United Through Reading and the Washington Nationals for sponsoring this program!
United Through Reading Washington Nationals

 
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Plan a Disney or Universal Vacation with MWR
 

 
MWR Community Recreation can help arrange hotel and ticket packages for Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort. Vacation request forms are available online!


 
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NRC Solomons Beach, Pools & Rec Programs Open for the Summer
 

 
NRC Solomons pools, beach and recreational programs/events are open to lodging guests and day visitors with base access!


 
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Pax River Outdoor Pool Expands Hours
 

 
Make a splash at the Pax River Outdoor Pool! The pool is now open Tuesday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.


 
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Register for Summer Swim Lessons
 

 
Registration for private, semi-private and group swim lessons at NAS Patuxent River and private and semi-private lessons at NRC Solomons is now open. Swim lessons will be held in June, July and August for ages 6 months and up.


 
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Reserve Your Spot Today!
 

 
 
 
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Strike Zone Bowling Center
 
12 lanes plus cosmic bowling and food & beverage options at Cafe 300
 
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NRC Solomons Lodging & Camping
 
Lodging units and campsites at the Navy's largest outdoor recreation facility
 
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Cedar Point Golf Course Tee Times
 
18 holes of championship golf in a stunning waterfront setting
 
 
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This Weekend at the Center Stage Theater
 

 
Plan a movie night at the Center Stage Theater and save! This weekend's showings include 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' on June 20 at 6:30 p.m., 'Lilo & Stitch' (2025) on June 21 at 4:30 p.m. and 'Final Destination: Bloodlines' on June 21 at 7:10 p.m.


 
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Movie Under the Stars
 

 
Bring your chairs and blankets and join MWR Community Recreation for a free outdoor family-friendly movie on Friday, June 20 at 9 p.m. at the West Basin Marina!


 
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Snacks in a Snap
 

 
Swing by the NRC Solomons Adventure Zone every Tuesday at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. and make a snack inspired by the theme of the week. This free event is open to all with base access - spaces are limited. This week's snack is Pop 'Secret' Popcorn!


 
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Mad Science
 

 
Enjoy free and fun science experiments every Wednesday at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the NRC Solomons Adventure Zone. Try out 'invisible ink' on June 18! Open to all with base access.


 
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Tie Dye
 

 
Stop by the NRC Solomons Adventure Zone to get your 'totally groovy' fashion on and tie-dye a t-shirt on Saturday, June 21 at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Open to all with base access!


 
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Campfire & Hayrides
 

 
It's an NRC Solomons tradition! Drop by the Log Cabin Campfire Pit for free s'mores and hayrides on Saturday, June 21 from 8-10 p.m.


 
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Eco Art
 

 
Explore your creative side with eco-aware arts and crafts with NRC Solomons! Meet at the Nature Trail pavilion on Sunday, June 22 at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. for this free event. Open to all with base access!


 
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Summer Matinee Movie: 'Moana 2'
 

 
Free summer matinee movies are back at the Center Stage Theater! The first showing will be 'Moana 2' on June 25 at 1 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase. Open to all with base access!


 
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Bingo Night
 

 
Stop by the Flight Deck Lounge for free Bingo and a chance to win awesome prizes on Thursday, June 26 from 5-6 p.m. Food and drinks available for purchase. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. to all with base access!

Thank you to First Command for sponsoring this event.
First Command

 
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Freedom Fest
 

 
Join MWR Community Recreation at the West Basin Marina for a free Independence Day celebration on July 4 from 5-8 p.m. Music, games, inflatables, water slides, arts & crafts and more!

Thank you to First Command and USAA for sponsoring this event!
First Command USAA

 
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Red, White & Bowl
 

 
The Strike Zone will be open on July 4 from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. Wear red, white and blue and pay just $3.50 for games and $2 for shoe rentals!


 
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Patriotic Parade
 

 
Let your American spirit shine with NRC Solomons on July 4 at 11 a.m. with a family-friendly parade from the Adventure Zone to the Riverside Aquatics Complex. Enjoy a free lunch after the event!

Thank you to the Gary Sinise Foundation for sponsoring this event.
Gary Sinise Foundation

 
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Summer Sports Camp
 

 
Work on skills, increase physical and spiritual fitness, make friends and have fun this summer with a free Summer Sports Camp for boys and girls ages 6-12 July 21-25 at the Drill Hall.


 
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Effective Communication
 

 
Learn about the basics of verbal and nonverbal communication with a free workshop with the Fleet & Family Support Center on June 24 from 11 a.m.-noon. Call 301-342-4911 to register.


 
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Home Buying
 

 
Buying a house is the most significant purchase many people will ever make. Increase your knowledge and comfort with a virtual class with the Fleet & Family Support Center's Personal Financial Manager on June 25 from 10-11:30 a.m. Call 301-342-4911 to register!


 
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Spouse Employment 360
 

 
Military spouses are invited to join the Fleet & Family Support Center on June 26 from 10 a.m.-noon for a virtual employment workshop that will cover job search-career exploration tools, education to support employment and exclusive military spouse programs. Call 301-342-4911 to register.


 
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Current Job Openings
 

 
 
 
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Flight Deck Lounge
 

 
Grab a slice, get a drink, play some pool and soak up the unique naval aviation atmosphere at the Flight Deck Lounge! The Flight Deck will be open Wednesday, June 18 from 3:30-8 p.m. to all with base access!


 
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