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August 18, 2025

Become a Family Child Care Provider

Are you looking for a flexible career that goes with you wherever you move with the Navy? Then become a Family Child Care Provider! FCC Providers are certified by the Navy to provide child care from their home for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

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Log Summer Reading Minutes by Aug. 21

Summer Reading Program participants can continue to log their reading minutes to earn cool prizes! The final prize pick up will be will be Aug. 22 - record minutes by noon on Aug. 21.

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

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Visit the National Aquarium with Discount Tickets from MWR

Enjoy the amazing exhibits - including the Harbor Wetland - at the National Aquarium in Baltimore for less when you purchase discount tickets through MWR Community Recreation. Tickets start at $36!

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2025 White House Ornaments on Sale Now

The 2025 White House Ornament commemorating the 150th anniversary of State Dinners at the Executive Mansion are for sale for $21.50 each at the Community Recreation Office.

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Registration for Great Navy Campout Now Open

Explore the great outdoors at NRC Solomons and enjoy a free weekend camping with the Great Navy Campout Sept. 19-21! The first 25 families to register (base access required) will receive a free single-family tent campsite.

Thank you to T-Mobile for sponsoring this event!
T-Mobile

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Free Nats Tickets Available for Navy Day

The Washington Nationals are celebrating the US Navy's 250th birthday with free tickets for the Aug. 21 (4:05 p.m.) game against the NY Mets. All DoD ID cardholders are eligible to receive two free tickets.

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VSSP Launches Fantasy Football League

The Navy’s Virtual Single Sailor Program is launching the High Seas Showdown Fantasy Football League. Only 100 spots are up for grabs!

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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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Strike Zone Bowling Center

12 lanes plus cosmic bowling and food & beverage options at Cafe 300

NRC Solomons Lodging & Camping

Lodging units and campsites at the Navy's largest outdoor recreation facility

Cedar Point Golf Course Tee Times

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Intramural Flag Football

Gather your team and get ready for intramural flag football at NAS Patuxent River! This fun league for ages 18+ with base access will be held at the Drill Hall Outdoor Field beginning Aug. 25; registration closes Aug. 20.

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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 showing is 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' on Aug. 22 at 6:30 p.m. Open to all with base access!

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Homeschool Meet & Greet

The NAS Patuxent River School Liaison invites homeschool families to a special meet and greet event on Aug. 28 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Rassieur Youth Center.

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Suicide Prevention Awareness Kickoff

Help the Fleet & Family Support Center kick off Suicide Prevention Awareness at the Navy Exchange on Aug. 28 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. with chalking the walk, food trucks and local resources.

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Bingo Night

Stop by the Flight Deck Lounge on Thursday, Aug. 28 from 5-6 p.m. for free Bingo and a chance to win awesome prizes! Food will be available for purchase.

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

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Team Triathlon

Gather your crew for this challenging fitness event on Sept. 6 beginning at 8 a.m. at the Pax River Outdoor Pool. Teams of 2-3 people will compete in a sprint triathlon including a 1/2-mile swim, 13-mile bike ride and 5K run. Open to all with base access!

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Movie Under the Stars: 'Lilo & Stitch'

Bring your chairs and blankets and join MWR Community Recreation for a free outdoor family-friendly movie showing of 'Lilo & Stitch' (2025) on Friday, Aug. 29 at 8:30 p.m. at the West Basin Marina. Open to all with base access! Free popcorn and candy will be served, while supplies last.

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Survivor Benefit Plan

Get basic information on key provisions of the Survivor Benefit Plan and its role in retirement planning with a free workshop on Aug. 27 from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Fleet & Family Support Center. Call 301-342-4911 to register.

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Preparing to PCS: Smooth Move Class

Whether you're moving in the US or overseas, this free virtual class with the School Liaison and the Fleet & Family Support Center on Sept. 4 from 10-11 a.m. will help Active Duty members and their families navigate the process.

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College 101 Series

Is your high school student considering college? The School Liaison will present a three-class, virtual series for high school students and their parents - choose the sessions you want to attend, or attend all three. The first - 'The College Search' - will be held on Sept. 11 from 6-7 p.m.

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Cafe 300

Grab a slice or an entire pie! Cafe 300 at the Strike Zone Bowling Center is conveniently located in the Drill Hall and is the perfect spot to grab pizza, sandwiches, burgers, wraps, appetizers and more. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 12-7 p.m. to all with base access - bowling not required!

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