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Nov. 24, 2025

FFR Programs Announce Holiday Hours

Fleet & Family Readiness programs at NAS Patuxent River / NRC Solomons have announced hours of operation for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Charter School Registration Open

The NAS Patuxent River School Liaison has shared that the Chesapeake Public Charter School online lottery application will open Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. Applications will be accepted through Dec. 31.

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Redistricting Feedback Needed

The NAS Patuxent River School Liaison is encouraging St. Mary's County residents to participate in and learn more about the public school system's redistricting process.

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MWR Seeking Food Vendors for Tree Lighting

MWR is seeking base commands and organizations to sell food at the annual Tree Lighting event on Friday, Dec. 5 from 4:30-8 p.m. at the Community Recreation Office. Click the link below to sign up.

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Get Discount Tickets to Christmas Town from MWR

Enjoy merry traditions and theme park thrills with discount tickets to Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s annual Christmas Town. Any-day tickets are available through MWR Community Recreation for all with base access.

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Winter Break Camp Registration Open

Care for school-age children over the winter break is available at the Patuxent River Youth Center. Care is available for current and new Child & Youth Programs participants. Register online at militarychildcare.com.

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Book Holiday Parties at the Flight Deck Lounge

The Flight Deck Lounge is the perfect venue to host your holiday party or other private function. Prime dates are filling up quickly!

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Long-Term RV Camping Available at Goose Creek Campground

Are you looking for a home away from home while stationed at Pax River? Goose Creek Campground has limited sites with water/electric available available for Active Duty and civilians. For available options, call the West Basin Marina at 301-342-3573.

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RV Storage Spaces Open at NRC Solomons

Unsecured storage spots at NRC Solomons for RVs and trailers of all sizes as well as hard-top spaces for RVs 30 feet or longer/5th wheels are now available. Rates are $380 per year.

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2026 Pax River Air Show Seeking Sponsorships

Don’t miss out on having your business be a part of the most exciting, heart-pounding and patriotic event happening in Southern Maryland in 2026 by sponsoring the Pax River Air Show featuring the Blue Angels, coming June 20-21!

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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

18 holes of championship golf in a stunning waterfront setting

Liberty Thanksgiving Meal

Can't make it home for Thanksgiving? Liberty will be serving a free dinner in the Barracks lobby on Thursday, Nov. 27 at 12:30 p.m. Open to all E1-E6 Active Duty living in the Barracks or on duty on Thanksgiving day.

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

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Jersey Saturdays at the Strike Zone

Wear your favorite sports team jersey or gear to the Strike Zone Bowling Center Saturdays in November from 12-4 p.m. and pay just $3.50 per game.

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Intramural Volleyball

Grab some friends or coworkers and join MWR Fitness for intramural volleyball! This fun league meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. beginning Dec. 1 at the Drill Hall volleyball court.

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Holiday Hoopla

Join MWR for this fun holiday basketball tournament at the Drill Hall. Games will be held beginning Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. Free agents welcome!

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Tree Lighting

Kick off the holiday season with MWR on Friday, Dec. 5 from 4:30-8 p.m. at the Community Recreation Office! Watch Santa arrive via helicopter, enjoy skating, make crafts and more at this free event. Open to all with base access!

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Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival

Apply to be a vendor or do your holiday shopping at MWR's 47th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Drill Hall.

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Mission Nutrition

Stay mission-ready through the holidays! Active Duty/dependents are invited to join MWR Fitness for a free class that will help you make informed dietary choices to support optimal performance and well-being on Dec. 12 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Drill Hall. Spaces are limited!

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Cookies with the Clauses

The beloved holiday tradition at NRC Solomons continues! Enjoy cookies, small crafts, story time and a take-home gift with Santa and Mrs. Claus Dec. 12-14. Call for reservations!

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FFSC December Workshop Calendar

The Fleet & Family Support Center offers free classes and workshops that are open to all with base access, unless otherwise noted. Check out next month's schedule!

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Preparing to PCS

Getting ready to PCS? Join the Fleet & Family Support Center and the School Liaison on Dec. 4 from 10-11 a.m. for a free workshop that will help Active Duty members and their families navigate the process.

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Tackling the Lonely Season

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? For some, it’s not all holiday cheer. The Fleet & Family Support Center will discuss myths surrounding loneliness, simple lifestyle tweaks and self-care strategies on Dec. 1 from 9-10:30 a.m. Registration required - call 301-342-4911.

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EFMP 101

The Exceptional Family Member Program provides an all-inclusive approach for families with special needs. Learn how the EFMP program can assist your Navy family with a free workshop on Dec. 3 from 11 a.m.-noon at the Fleet & Family Support Center. Registration required - call 301-342-4911.

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Survive the Holidays Financially

Learn how to reduce the financial stress of the holidays and meet holiday spending demands without the pain of too much debt with the Fleet & Family Support Center's Personal Financial Manager on Dec. 4 from 2-4 p.m. Registration required - call 301-342-4911.

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Current Job Openings

Child and Youth Program Assistant (Summer Camp Counselor)

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