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Vol. 48, No. 47 Serving the Military Community in Southeastern Connecticut since 1918 Thursday, May 6, 2010

SUBASE
dedicates month
to its children
By SN Joshua Hirschfeld

New Haven, CT 06511


GROTON, Conn. - Yelling and shouting lit-

40 Sargent Drive
ters the pier as a young child looks up at his
crying parent. The dock is a melting pot of dif-
ferent people from different backgrounds, some
you have met and others you have not. You
wave goodbye to your mother or father as he or
she pulls out of port. You are too young to real-
ize it now but somehow you know that you’re
not going to see that person for some time. This
is no doubt the image that a military child has
imprinted in his or her mind from a parent’s
deployment.
The Naval Submarine Base New London
(SUBASE) month of April was dedicated to the
Month of the Military Child in honor of all the
young boys and girls who endure the hardships
and sacrifices that a child goes through while a
parent is serving.
To kick off Month of the Military Child,
Captain Marc Denno, Commmanding Officer of
SUBASE, visited the SUBASE Child Development
Center (CDC), March 29. Denno hosted a proc-
lamation signing in front of a pre-school class Photo by SA Michael Henderson
stating that greater than 60 percent of military
GROTON, Conn. – Al LaPorte (left) and John Banker (right) perform among a throng of dancing children outside the Naval Submarine Base New London
members have families with children who sac-
(SUBASE) Child Development Center, April 20. The two form the band “Island Rhythms,” and play a variety of instruments including the Steel Drum and
rifice much due to the constant separations,
Cajun Rubboard. The band ushered in classic songs to the new generation, including “Barbara Ann” and “La Bamba.” Island Rhythms can be contacted
See Children on Page 4 for specialty entertainment, concerts, and celebrations at (860) 887-1454.

Women to SUBASE awards outstanding Sailors

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serve on
submarines INSIDE
By Commander
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NORFOLK, Va. - The


Department of the Navy has
announced a policy change
that will allow women to
serve on submarines. The
change was considered by
Congress after Secretary of FISC Sailor is
Defense Robert Gates for-
mally presented a letter to April’s SPOM
congressional leaders Feb.
19, 2010, notifying them of Page 2
the Department of Navy’s
desire to reverse current
policy of prohibiting subma-
rine service to women.
“There are extremely capa-
ble women in the Navy who
have the talent and desire
to succeed in the submarine
force,” said the Honorable
Ray Mabus, Secretary of the
Navy. “Enabling them to
serve in the submarine com-
munity is best for the sub- Celebrating the
marine force and our Navy.
We literally could not run
Month of the
the Navy without women Military Child
today.”
On July 28, 1994, Congress Page 4
was notified of policy chang- Photo by MC1(AW) Peter D. Blair
es to expand the number
of assignments available GROTON, Conn. – Outstanding Sailors from Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) are recognized for their accomplishments during an awards at quarters, April
to women in the Navy. At 30. Ranging from Letters of Commendation and Navy Achievement Medals to an Army Commendation Medal the efforts of these outstanding personnel were lauded by
that time, opening assign- Captain Marc W. Denno, SUBASE Commanding Officer as he personally congratulated each of the awardees. In all, 11 Sailors and civilians received awards.
ments aboard submarines
to women was deemed cost
prohibitive and assignments
on submarines remained “... it would be foolish to not take the great SUBASE, Sailors rise to
talent, the great confidence and intellect of
closed. Currently, women
make up 15 percent of the
active duty Navy – 52,446 of
330,700. Integrating women the young women who serve in our Navy today third Earth Day challenge Day Challenge marks its third
Kansas City
and bring that into our submarine force.”
into the submarine force
increases the talent pool for By SA Michael Henderson year running. Participants from hosts
officer accessions and sub-
Adm. Gary Roughead
commands throughout SUBASE
volunteered their time and
Navy Week
sequently the force’s over- Editor’s note: Due to a techni-
Chief of Naval Operations strength to renew the commu-
all readiness, ensuring that cal issue, the following story did
not appear in full in last week’s nity, and the base they call
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the U.S. Submarine Force
will remain the world’s and intellect of the young pool.” printed edition of The Dolphin. home. Events ran from April 19
through 25 and sent volunteers
INDEX
most capable for ensuing women who serve in our Implementing the pol- We apologize for any inconve-
decades. Navy today and bring that icy change will begin by nience. to many parks and schools.
“The young women that into our submarine force.” assigning three female offi- Richard Conant from SUBASE
have come up to me since “Today, women earn about cers in eight different crews GROTON, Conn. - A Environmental received Local...................................2
we announced our intention half of all science and engi- of guided-missile attack clarion cry rang out, challeng- requests, and assigned the tasks
Classifieds................................6
to change the policy have neering bachelor’s degrees,” (SSGNs) and ballistic mis- ing all comers. Earth Day, a to different commands, while
such great enthusiasm,” said Vice Adm. John J. sile submarines (SSBNs). single day in a single month Lena Blanch, the Community
said Adm. Gary Roughead, Donnelly, Commander, The assignments involve that challenges us all to help Liaison of SUBASE Public
Chief of Naval Operations. Naval Submarine Forces. two submarines on the East preserve and improve the world Affairs Office acquired the vol-
“Knowing the great young “There are capable women Coast and two on the West we live in. The call to arms was unteers and provided direction.
women we have serving in who have the interest, tal- Coast, each of which is sup- sounded by Captain Marc W. The volunteers got rid of
the Navy, as a former com- ent, and desire to succeed ported by a Blue and Gold Denno, Commanding Officer dead brush to spark new plant
manding officer of a ship in the submarine force. crew. More living space is of Naval Submarine Base New growth, cleared trail paths in
that had a mixed gender Maintaining the best sub- available aboard these plat- London (SUBASE), and Sailors Connecticut parks, disposed
crew, to me it would be marine force in the world forms which will require no and personnel of SUBASE stood of roadside trash and litter,
foolish to not take the great requires us to recruit from modification, permitting the at the ready. quelled invasive plant-life, and
talent, the great confidence the largest possible talent See Women on Page 3 This year’s SUBASE Earth See Challenge on Page 3
2 • THE DOLPHIN • Thursday, May 6, 2010

FISC Sailor chosen Serviceperson of the Month for April


By Lena Blanch

GROTON, Conn. - Logistic


Specialist Second Class (SW/
AW) Jarvis Reed was selected as
Serviceperson of the Month for
April 2010. The Groton-Ledyard
Rotary honored Reed April
This newspaper is an authorized publication for personnel of the 27, during a luncheon at the
Department of Defense and their families. Contents of The Dolphin are not Groton Townhouse Restaurant in
necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Groton.
Department of Defense or the Department of the Navy. The Service Person of the
Month Program provides com-
Commanding Officer Naval Submarine Base New London munity recognition of outstand-
Capt. Marc W. Denno ing active duty enlisted person-
Executive Officer Naval Submarine Base New London nel stationed in the Groton-New
Cmdr. Daniel M. Rossler
Command Master Chief Naval Submarine Base New London
London area. Championed by the
CMDCM(SS) Ray Powell Chamber of Commerce of Eastern
Public Affairs Officer - Christopher Zendan Connecticut in cooperation with
Editor - Sheryl Walsh all active duty units of military
Editorial Assistant - Christina Lough organizations permanently based
Public Affairs Staff - MCC(SW/AW)Evelyn Haywood, in the area, the program is active-
MC1(AW) Peter Blair, ET3 Melissa Gavin, SN Joshua Hirschfeld ly supported by local service clubs
and SA Michael Henderson and civic organizations who cel-
ebrate the monthly awardees at
• NEWS - The editorial content of this newspaper is prepared, edited
and provided by the Public Affairs Office of the Naval Submarine Base New
events sponsored by the clubs or
London. News items and photos must be received by 4 p.m. the Friday organizations.
before publication. News ideas and questions can be directed to Christopher Commander Steve Hartzell,
Zendan at 694-5980. Readers can e-mail us at dolphin@ctcentral.com. Log Fleet and Industrial Supply Center
onto the Web site at www.dolphin-news.com. Norfolk, New London Site Supply
• ADDRESS - The Dolphin staff can be reached at 694-3514 or write to: Officer said, “Petty Officer Reed
The Dolphin, Naval Submarine Base New London PAO, Box 44, Groton, CT knows how to motivate all those
06349-5044. All news releases should be sent to this address. around him to perform at their Photo by Lena Blanch
• ADVERTISING - Advertisements are solicited by Shore Line highest level. From a military
Newspapers and not the editorial staff or Public Affairs Office. Inquiries GROTON, Conn. – Logistics Specialist Second Class Jarvis Reed from Fleet and Industrial Supply Center Norfolk, New London
regarding advertisements should be directed to the Display Advertising or
aspect, Reed is a true leader.” site, is presented with a plaque from Denny Hicks, Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut, at the Service Person of
Through his superior mana-
Classified Advertising departments. the Month luncheon hosted by the Groton-Ledyard Rotary, at the Groton Townhouse Restaurant, April 27.
Display Advertising, Laura Carpenter at (203) 752-2704, Betsy gerial ability, Reed ensures that
Lemkin at (203) 752-2706 and Mercy Mosher at (203) 752-2702 every vessel on the waterfront is and the Groton Town Postmaster his local Sailors in qualifying the Denison Pequotsepos Nature
Classified Advertising (in Conn.) (800) 922-7066 ready for every deployment, to as the new commemorative postal for their advance watch stations Center and a plaque and a Team
Classified Advertising (outside Conn.) (203) 789-5200 include parts, services, laundry, stamps were release to the pub- positions. He participated in the Connecticut Medallion from the
fresh fruits and vegetables and lic. Reed was presented with the site’s Morale Welfare Recreation Chamber of Commerce of Eastern
The Dolphin is published every Thursday by Shoreline Newspapers, mail. He recently oversaw the Commanding Officer’s special coin Committee creating a strong unit Connecticut.
40 Sargent Drive, New Haven, CT 06511. Telephone (203) 752-2701. return of direct brow to brow and a special matted stamp and an cohesive environment. Reed thanked the Chamber of
Minimum weekly circulation 10,000.
mail delivery. This has not only envelope which contained all four “Reed is truly dedicated in giv- Commerce and the Groton-Ledyard
increased mission readiness, it has commemorative stamps. ing back. He understands that Rotary for honoring him at their
John Slater, General Manager Reed has also spent numerous without the community’s support, meeting. In addition, he thanked
Shore Line Newspapers increased morale. With a merger
The editorial content of this publication is the responsibility of the Naval in progress between Fleet and hours supporting the American the Navy will not be as successful his shipmates for making if pos-
Submarine Base New London Public Affairs Office. Industrial Supply Center Norfolk Red Cross soliciting Sailors, gath- in the are,” said Hartzell. sible for him to be recognized.
The Dolphin is published by Shoreline Newspapers, a private firm in no and the Defense Logistic Agency, ering bone marrow samples in He was presented with the “It feels good to be appreciated.
way connected with the Department of Defense or the U.S. Navy under exclu- Reed ensured that the transition attempts to build their data base following: a savings bond from Customer service is important. I
sive written contract with the Naval Submarine Base New London. has been seamless from training to save lives. Without hesitation, The Day; a savings bond from don’t mind working long hours
The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts of to mission support and ever per- he also volunteered to assist the the Submarine Force Library and as long at the job gets finished.
supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense
sonnel transfer. Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Museum; a check from the Navy I appreciate the recognition from
or Shoreline Newspapers of the products and services advertised. in the Oasis Project which painted League of Eastern Connecticut; the Rotary Club,” he said.
Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for pur- Petty Officer Reed is an ambassa-
dor in his community. He recently office spaces which save count- a savings bond from the Groton- Reed is entitled to wear the
chase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other represented the Naval Submarine less dollars. Ledyard Rotary Club; a gift cer- following medals/ribbons: Navy
non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Base New London (SUBASE) He supported his peers by pre- tificate from Mallove’s Jewelers; and Marine Corps Achievement
proudly as he recited the Doris paring them for their advance- two adult tickets to the Mystic Medal (3), Navy “E” Ribbon,
This newspaper is printed on recycled newsprint. Please help conserve our “Dorie” Miller biography in front ment tests developing close to 70 Aquarium; two adult tickets to Good Conduct Medal, and Sea
resources and recycle this paper when you are finished with it. of “All Hands” aboard SUBASE rate training packets, and assisted the Mystic Seaport; four tickets for Service Deployment Ribbon.

NFCU branches change hours


Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) branches across the Groton-New
Recall of certain OTC infants,’ children’s products announced
London have changing their hours of operation. FORT WASHINGTON, Penn. is initiating this voluntary recall tial for serious medical events is For additional information,
The Naval Submarine Base New London branch is now open from - McNeil Consumer Healthcare, because some of these products remote, the company advises con- including affected NDC numbers,
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Nautilus Park Branch Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc., in may not meet required quality sumers who have purchased these consumers should visit our Web
lobby is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and consultation with the U.S. Food standards. This recall is not being recalled products to discontinue site, www.mcneilproductrecall.
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays. The Drive Thru at Nautilus Park and Drug Administration (FDA), undertaken on the basis of adverse use. com or call (888) 222-6036,
is now open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9 is voluntarily recalling all lots that medical events. However, as a pre- Consumers can contact the com- Monday through Friday from 8
a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. The Coast Guard Academy Branch is open have not yet expired of certain cautionary measure, parents and pany at (888) 222-6036 and also at a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time,
from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. over-the-counter (OTC) Children’s caregivers should not administer www.mcneilproductrecall.com1. and Saturday and Sunday from
and Infants’ liquid products manu- these products to their children. Parents and caregivers who are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.

News in your community factured in the United States and


distributed in the United States,
Canada, Dominican Republic,
Dubai (UAE), Fiji, Guam,
Some of the products included in
the recall may contain a higher
concentration of active ingredient
than is specified; others may con-
not sure about alternative pediatric
health treatment options should
talk to their doctor or pharma-
cist and are reminded to never
Any adverse reactions may also be
reported to the FDA’s MedWatch
Program by fax at (800) FDA-
0178, by mail at MedWatch, FDA,
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Panama, Trinidad & Tobago, and not meet internal testing require- children that are not intended for 20852-9787, or on the MedWatch
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Free child car seat inspections are On May 11, at 11:30 a.m., McNeil Consumer Healthcare tiny particles. While the poten- result in serious harm watch2.|
being done, by appointment only, SUBVETS World War II will have
on Naval Submarine Base New their monthly lunch/social at the
London (SUBASE). Inspections
will be conducted by a certified
clubhouse.
On May 18 at 11:30 a.m.,
Navy League makes donation to NMCRS
inspector on the first weekend of the Holland Club will have their
the month. The location of inspec- monthly luncheon at the club- Photo by SA Michael Henderson
tions will be determined accord- house. GROTON, Conn. - Wayne Olson,
ing to weather conditions - the On Memorial Day, May 31 President of the Eastern Connecticut
SUBASE Police Department, Auto at noon, SUBVETS Groton Base Council Navy League of the United
Hobby Shop or other locations on will hold their annual Memorial
States (left,) makes a generous $1,000
base. For questions or to set up Service at the National Submarine
an appointment, contact MA1(SS) Memorial East, located at Thames donation to the Navy Marine Corps
Joseph Maldonado, (CPST) SBPD and Bridge Streets in Groton. This Relief Society (NMCRS) Active Duty
or e-mail subasechildsafety@com special memorial service recogniz- Fund Drive, represented by Michele
cast.net. es the loss of all those submariners D. Bilodeau, NMCRS Director (middle),
who gave their lives in the pursuit and Chief Warrant Officer Chip Henkel,
Tours of SUBASE of their duties while serving their NMCRS Active Duty Fund Drive Fiscal
offered monthly country. They will be accompanied
by 54 enlisted students of SUBSCOL
Coordinator (right). NMCRS is a pri-
The Fleet and Family Support vate, non-profit organization that pro-
as they will man the Lost Boat flags vides charity to Sailors and Soldiers
Center (FFSC) coordinates a of each submarine lost in service
monthly tour to introduce new- in need. NMCRS is able to provide
for the “Tolling of the Boats” cer- this service because of the generous
to-the-area, or returning, military emony.
and family members to the many donations to the Active Duty Fund
For directions, costs or addition-
service, support, and recreational Drive from people like Wayne Olson
al information about SUBVETS
activities on Naval Submarine Groton or any of the above and Sailors. The society served 91,418
Base New London. Led by Frank events, call SUBVETS Groton cases in 2009, totaling 47.4 million
Quinn, Fleet and Family Support Base at (860) 445-5262 or Base dollars worth of financial assistance.
Center’s Education Services Commander John Carcioppolo at More information about the program,
Facilitator, the walking and van (860) 514-7064. and how you can donate, is available
driven tour provides insight to on the NMCRS Web site at http://
how the Navy New London Team EB council hosts www.nmcrs.org.
continues to make a difference for
its Fleet, Fighters, and Families.
scholarship banquet
For more information, contact The Black Engineering Council
FSSC at (860) 694-3383.
CWRA hosts social
of Electric Boat Corporation will
host their 15th Annual Scholarship
Banquet, May 14 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Celebrate nurses during National Nurses Week, May 6-12
at the Mystic Marriott on Route Week begins May 6, marked as a positive and realistic view of care profession, are working to
at Reunions 117, Exit 88 off I-95. By Kathy L. MacKnight RN Recognition Day, and ends nursing, and lobbying Congress improve health care. From bed-
The Civilian Welfare and The guest speaker is Dr. Valerie NHCNE Public Affairs Officer May 12, the birthday of Florence and the regulatory agencies on side nursing in hospitals and long-
Recreation Association (CWRA) Wilson, Associate Provost at Nightingale, founder of nursing health care issues affecting nurses term care facilities to the halls of
is hosting a free social at Reunions Brown University. GROTON, Conn. - The work as a modern profession. During and the public. research institutions, state legisla-
Pub, May 6 at 3 p.m. All Tickets can be purchased for of America’s 3.1 million registered this week, Naval Health Care Traditionally, National Nurses tures, and Congress, the depth and
Department of Defense personnel $25 per person by calling Darrell nurses to save lives and to main- New England in Newport, R.I., Week is devoted to highlighting breadth of the nursing profession
are welcome. There will be finger Comena at (860) 433-4371 or tain the health of millions of indi- and Naval Branch Health Care in the diverse ways in which reg- is meeting the expanding health
foods, soda, cash bar, and door Candace Goode at (860) 433-7439. viduals is the focus of this year’s Groton, Conn., Portsmouth, N.H., istered nurses, the largest health care needs of American society.
prizes to be had! National Nurses Week, celebrat- and Saratoga Springs, N.Y., nurs-
BBC Foundation extends
Registration is due by May 6.
ed annually May 6-12 through- ing staffs will have a weeklong

Special Olympics out the United States. This year,


the American Nurses Association
celebration of activities as it is
also the 102nd Navy Nurse Corps
(ANA) has selected “Nurses: Caring Birthday May 13. The week will
their scholarship deadline
looking for volunteers
Today for a Healthier Tomorrow culminate with a Nurses’ Ball
“ as the theme for 2010. The May 15, which will take place
ANA supports and encourages at the United States Coast Guard Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation is accepting schol-
National Nurses Week recognition Academy Officer’s Club in New arship applications from high school and undergraduate
programs through the state and London, at 6 p.m. students of their family housing residents for the 2010-2011
Volunteers are needed for the Special Olympics district nurses associations, other The ANA, through its constitu- academic year. To apply for these scholarships, go to the
Regional Games to he held May 15 at Stonington specialty nursing organizations, ent member associations, advanc- Foundation’s Web site, bbcommunitiesfoundation.org, print
educational facilities, and indepen- es the nursing profession by fos- out, complete, and submit the application and all required
High School. If you are interested in volunteering, dent health care companies and tering high standards of nursing materials to Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation at 10
institutions. practice, promoting economic
call Lena Blanch at (860) 694-4779. Annually, National Nurses and general welfare, promoting
Campus Boulevard, Newtown Square, PA 19073. Applications
must be received by May 15.
Thursday, May 6, 2010 • THE DOLPHIN • 3

Virginia changes commanders after maiden voyage


deployment of its class.
Waters reflected on his “out-
By ET2 Mark Moore standing” crew and their perfor-
Submarine Group 2 Public Affairs mance over the past three years.
“I will miss seeing men I
GROTON, Conn. - Commander checked in as fresh-faced and
James Waters turned over com- inexperienced Sailors develop
mand of USS Virginia (SSN 774) to into professional submariners,”
Cmdr. Tim Salter during a particu- said Waters. “[They are] sub-
larly windy change of command mariners who know what it
ceremony at Naval Submarine means to prioritize ship and
Base New London, April 29. shipmate over self.”
The ceremony came shortly Waters will next serve as
after Virginia’s maiden full-length Deputy Commander, Submarine
voyage, which paved the way for Squadron One at Pearl Harbor
the role of Virginia-class subma- Naval Station, Hawaii.
rines in the undersea Navy. Salter gave his first order for
Guest speaker Captain Rick the crew to continue down the
Breckenridge, Deputy Director path of greatness.
Submarine Warfare Division, “It is an honor and privi-
offered insight on how the day lege to serve you as command-
should be remembered. ing officer,” said Salter. “My
“In a short twelve years first words to you, Virginia, is
from now, the Virginia-class ‘Steady On.’ We have many
will make up one-half of our transitions ahead of us for the
attack submarine fleet,” said next few months. While today’s
Breckenridge, who has been is the most public, it is, by no
selected for promotion to Rear means, the most important. In
Admiral. “Historians will look order to safely navigate those
back to this time, this deploy- transitions, I ask that you
ment, and this skipper as the ‘Steady On’ with the fundamen-
watershed tipping-point that tal submarine tenets that have
forged the path of success for made you so successful.”
those who followed.” Salter, a native of Buffalo,
During Waters’ tour as com- N.Y., previously served as
manding officer, Virginia’s crew Reactor Control Assistant and
Photo by MC1(SW/AW) Steven Myers
completed their Post-Shakedown Communications Officer aboard
Modernization Availability (PSA), USS Salt Lake City (SSN 716), GROTON, Conn. – Captain Rick Breckenridge, Deputy Director Submarine Warfare USS Philadelphia reunion,
accomplished an intensive class Engineer Officer aboard USS Division, far left, and Capt. Michael Bernacchi, Commander Submarine Squadron
developmental and operational Greeneville (SSN 772) and 4, observe as Commander Tim Salter, left, assumes command of USS Virginia (SSN decommissioning ceremony scheduled
testing program and executed Executive Officer aboard USS 774) from Cmdr. James Waters during a ceremony aboard the submarine. The GROTON, Conn. - The USS Philadelphia Sailor’s
the first six-month, multi-theater Philadelphia (SSN 690). submarine is moored at its homeport at Naval Submarine Base New London. Association has confirmed that the U.S. Navy will hold the
decommissioning ceremony of USS Philadelphia (SSN 690)

SUBASE plants a tree for Arbor Day


June 25, in the “Submarine Capitol of the World,” Groton
Conn.
In order to celebrate the accomplishments of Philadelphia
and her crew members through her “33 Years of Submarine
Excellence,” all current and former crew members, their
families, and associates are invited to take part in reunion
activities to coincide with this historic event.
The full reunion events registration package is posted
at: http://issuu.com/phillysquid and at http://www.com-
munityzero.com/philly. Host hotel registration deadline
is May 19 and reunion registrations must be completed
by May 23. The host hotel is the Ramada Mystic Hotel, 9
Whitehall Ave., Mystic, CT 06355. The hotel reservation
phone number is (860) 536-4281.
Completed registrations are now being accepted by our
reunion planner: TheReunionBRAT, 50721 State Hwy 410
E., Greenwater, WA 98022. Contact TheReunionBRAT at
Info@TheReunionBRAT.com or call (360) 663-2521.

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generally made the Earth a bet- “Moving the bridge was
ter place. SUBASE personnel strenuous work, but the end
also gave presentations at Juliet result was well worth it,” said
Long Elementary, Catherine Information Systems Technician
Kolnaski Magnet School, Second Class Marcos Fisher.
Pleasant Valley Elementary, Earth Day is not simply a day
Gallup Hill Elementary, Ledyard to do something you wouldn’t
Center Middle School, and Dr. normally do. It’s a ribbon tied
Charles Barnum Elementary, around our finger, to help us
teaching children the impor- remember to stop and think. To
tance of Earth Day, and how to find new ways to improve our
keep our environment clean. environment, and ensure that
“It was nice doing my part we still have a habitable world
to help the environment,” to live in for our children, and
remarked Information Systems our children’s children. Whether
Photo by SA Michael Henderson Technician Seaman Garrett we ride our bicycles to work,
GROTON, Conn. – Captain Marc Denno, Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) Commanding Officer, Commander Daniel Rossler, SUBASE Executive Hilton. recycle our cans and plastics, or
A few Sailors at the Denison just remember to turn our lights
Officer, Master Chief Raymond Powell, SUBASE Command Master Chief, and members of the SUBASE Environmental Division pose for a picture after plant-
Pequotsepos Nature Center off when we leave the house.
ing an Autumn Blaze Red Maple tree outside SUBASE Headquarters, April 30. The SUBASE Environmental Division planted two Autumn Blaze Red Maples in Manatuck Preserve even moved “It’s the little things we can
celebration of Arbor Day. a heavy, wooden bridge back to do today, to give ourselves a bet-
its proper location, after it was ter tomorrow.” said Commander
washed away by heavy flooding Daniel Rossler, SUBASE

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in early April. Executive Officer.

Navy to move quickly on integrat- also ensuring that we educate the crews assigned. out plan to phase in the female
ing female officers in submarines. force and their families.” The female officers would be officers to the selected SSGN and
“We need to open up the aper- SSGNs provide the Navy with assigned after completing the 15- SSBN submarine crews,” added
ture for submarine officer selection an unprecedented combination of month submarine officer training Donnelly. “Enabling these bright
to maintain our current selectivity,” strike and special operation mis- pipeline, which consists of nuclear and talented female officers to
said Rear Adm. Barry L. Bruner, sion capability within a stealthy, power school, prototype training, serve will be a great asset to our
Commander, Submarine Group clandestine platform, while and the Submarine Officer Basic submarine force, our Navy, and
Ten and leader of the Women in SSBNs are specifically designed Course. The SSBNs are billeted for the strength of our military.”
Submarines Task Force. “The key for extended strategic deterrent 15 officers and 140 enlisted, while For more information on sub-
to making this significant change patrols. There are currently 14 the SSGNs have a crew allotment marines go to the Commander,
happen successfully will be cor- SSBNs and four SSGNs in the of 15 officers and 144 enlisted. Submarine Force’s Web site,
rectly carrying out the plan and Navy’s inventory, each with two “We have created a well-thought- http://www.subforce.navy.mil/.
4 • THE DOLPHIN • Thursday, May 6, 2010

CDC Family BBQ


Photo by SA Joshua Hirschfeld Hands are NOT for hitting
GROTON, Conn. - Children of military parents throw bean bags
into square and triangle shaped holes while participating in a
Family Barbeque as part of the Month of the Military Child at
the Child Development Center, April 16. Children and guests
Month of the Military Child
enjoyed hot dogs, chips, corn on the cob, and juice. Activities Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld
included a bean bag toss, hula hoops, bowling, and crafts. GROTON, Conn. - Children ages
three to four raise their pictures
high as Fleet and Family Support
Center’s own Dianna George,
licensed certified social worker,
teaches the children that hands
are not for hitting at the Child
Development Center, April 7.
Each child colored a hand on
a piece of paper, which will be
put on a poster for Child Abuse
Awareness Month.

Captain signs
proclamation at CDC
Children ... Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld
Continued from page 1 GROTON, CONN - Children and staff of the
deployments and relocations which their parents’ job Child Development Center (CDC) cheer
requires. Furthermore, all personnel here at SUBASE are on as Captain Marc Denno, Commanding
encouraged to pay tribute to, and salute military chil- Officer, Naval Submarine Base New
dren, because when parents serve in the military, their London (SUBASE), signs a proclamation for
“Kids Serve Too.” the Month of the Military Child at the CDC,
April hosted a number of events benefiting the well- March 29. The proclamation stated that
being and appreciation of the children both at the CDC more than 60 percent of military mem-
and SUBASE Youth Center. Different lessons and activi- bers have children that sacrifice much
ties were taught over the course of April. Some activities due to their parents constant separations,
were in appreciation while others were teaching life deployments, and relocations. The procla-
lessons and preparing them for the next stages of their mation asked all personnel of SUBASE to
development. pay tribute to, and salute military children,
Nancy Sypolt, Licensed Professional Counselor from because when parents serve in the mili-
SUBASE Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) read tary, their “kids serve too.”
a fictional story called “Hey, Little Ant” to a pre-school
class earlier in the month. The moral of the story was if somebody else were in
your shoes and vice-versa, wouldn’t you treat people the way you wanted you be
treated?
Diana George, Licensed Certified Social Worker from FFSC came back to those
same classes and read a story with the lesson that hands are not for hitting. Children
were able to color in drawn out hands on a piece of paper in a color of their choos-
ing. Next, George took each individual child and let them color in a letter that spelled
S
out, “Hands are not for hitting.” Eventually those colored hands would be cut out
and become part of that very same poster.
T
Children of the SUBASE CDC and Youth Center had their fair share of activities
for Month of the Military Child. At the CDC, children and families were invited to a
O
Family Barbeque. Children and guests participated in activities such as a bean bag
toss, bowling, hoola-hoops, and arts and crafts while building up their hunger for
R
delicious hot dogs and chips.
The SUBASE Youth Center hosted the Navy “Fit Factor,” April 9. Children were
Y
able to utilize the entire gymnasium as they moved from one station to the next in
order to earn points online. The children were able to spend these points on the
Navy Fit Factor Web site to earn prizes. Prizes included T-shirts, key chains and
water bottles. Fit Factor was a Navy-wide event open to all children old enough to T
do some kind of physical activity.
Many other events took place at both the SUBASE CDC and Youth Center. I
However, of all the activities and lessons that were put on for the children, none
would be possible if it weren’t for the strenuous dedication of all the workers of M Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld

GROTON, Conn. - Children silently watch from afar as Nancy Sypolt, Licensed Professional
SUBASE CDC and Youth Center, and families and volunteers who made it possible.
The efforts of these people have no doubt left a feeling of kindness and development E Councilor for Fleet and Family Support Center, reads to them during story time in their pre-
school class at the Child Development Center, April 6. “Hey, Little Ant” was the title of the book
in the heart of each and every military child. read, as it emphasized on treating others as you would like to be treated.

Every child is special Youth Center participates in Fit Factor


Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld

GROTON, Conn. - Children of the Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) Youth
Center participate in Fit Factor, a Navy wide event, where children can perform vari-
ous physical activities in the Youth Center, April 9. The children may log on to www.
navygetfit.com to learn about fitness and earn points for various prizes.

Photo by MC1(AW) Peter D. Blair

GROTON, Conn. – Parents bring their children to the Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) Child Development Center (CDC)
during a red carpet event, April 30. As part of the Month of the Military Child, the CDC gave every child a pair of sunglasses and took
a family photo that the parents were able to pick up later in the day. The slogan for the event was “Every Child is Special.”

mily nce Fire Safety


Fa Da Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld

GROTON, Conn. - Children laugh and


learn as Art Keaten, member of the
Naval Submarine Base New London
(SUBASE) Fire Department, shows
them about fire safety and proper
firefighting equipment at the SUBASE
Child Development Center (CDC), April
30. More than 70 children of the CDC
came outside to see the fire truck and
all of the equipment used for safety.

Photo by ET3 Melissa Gavin

GROTON, Conn. - Kids at the Naval Submarine Base


New London Youth Center are joined by their parents
and staff during the Month of the Military Child Family
Dance at the Youth Center, April 23. The dance was
one of many events held throughout the month of April
celebrating the Month of the Military Child.
Thursday, May 6, 2010 • THE DOLPHIN • 5

Programs, events at local libraries SUBVETS host anniversary tournament


Programs, Events held Dance Lesson presented by
Rosana Borjas. Salsa music,
held in the Children’s Room
and features classic stories as
at Groton Public Library which originated in Cuba, has well as new favorites, songs,
Spring Stop-In Stories been adopted by many Latin fingerplays, and simple crafts.
Children of all ages and their American cultures, including Registration is required; for
adult caregivers are invited Mexico. Ms. Borjas, a resident of more information or to register,
Groton, has taught Salsa dance stop by the library or call (860)
for Spring Stop-in Stories with
many times and also teaches 445-0392.
Miss Tracy Thursdays, through
May 27 at 10 a.m. No regis-
Spanish and Italian languages. Afterschool Snack!
The Children’s Room will The Bill Memorial Library
tration required, just drop-in! present Viva Mexico, series of in the City of Groton invites
Each week will include stories, drop-in crafts for families, on children in grades 1 through 5
songs, and a simple craft. Mondays, through May 24 to a special after school story
Viva México! from 2 to 5 p.m. Children and program on Thursdays at 4
The Groton Public Library an adult caregiver will make p.m. Afterschool Snack will
will present a series of drop-in crafts with a Mexican flair to run through May 27. The pro-
crafts for families on Mondays, make in the Library and take gram features short stories, a
through May 24 from 2 to 5 home. snack provided by the library,
p.m. Children and an adult care- World of Words Mexico will and a fun craft or activity.
giver can join us for crafts with conclude May 26 at 6 p.m. with Stop in or call the library at
a Mexican flair to make in the Final Fiesta, a Mexican food (860) 445-0392 to register.
Library and take home. and music celebration. Eduardo Marigolds for Mom
This program is part of our Rocha, founder of Los Trovadores Need a little gift for Mom or
World of Words: Mexico theme de America, a mariachi band another special lady? Children
for May which will bring classes based in Hartford, will play gui- are invited to the Bill Memorial
and fun for children and adults tar and sing Mexican songs for Library in the City of Groton,
showcasing the history rich the event. May 8 at 1 p.m., to decorate a
Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld
country of Mexico. In addition to the sched- clay pot and fill it with a beauti- STONINGTON, Conn. - Master Chief Raymond Powell, Command Master Chief of Naval Submarine Base New London
These programs are free and uled programs, Margaritas ful plant to take home. All ages (SUBASE), tees off at hole twelve for the Submarine Veterans (SUBVETS) annual golf tournament at Pequot Golf Club,
open to the public. For more infor- Restaurant of Mystic will are welcome, but younger chil- April 29. The tournament consisted of longest drive, straightest drive, closest to the pin and hole in one shots. More
mation, contact the Children’s loan the Library a collection dren will need an adult to help
Room at (860) 441-6750. than 30 teams of four participated in the tournament.
of Mexican art that will be them. You can register by call-
World of Words celebration on display during the month. ing the library at (860) 445-0392
First Tee Golf Program
The Groton Public Library will Also, photographs of Mexico or stopping by the front desk.
explore the literature and culture taken by Kriss Beveridge will This program is free and open to
of Mexico through family pro- be on display in the Library’s the public. Photo by SN oshua Hirschfeld
grams, films, book discussions, meeting rooms during May. Friends of library meeting
lectures, and displays during its All programs are free and GROTON, Conn. - A cool, gentle
The Friends of the Bill
fourth annual World of Words pro- open to the public. Call the Memorial Library of Groton breeze and clear skies provides
gram during the month of May. Library at (860) 441-6750 for will hold their quarterly meet- the perfect day for children of the
The Mexican theme will be information or visit www. ing, May 10 at 6:30 p.m. at First Tee Golf Program to learn the
continued by the Library’s Book grotonpl.org. the library. A short business basic fundamentals of golf at the
Club May 12 at 7 p.m., with a dis- Goose Run Golf Course, April 17.
cussion of the novel “Like Water Events, programs held meeting will take place fol-
lowed by a wine and cheese The First Tee Golf Program gives
for Chocolate” by Laura Esquivel.
Copies of the book will be avail-
at Bill Memorial Library social. All interested in sup- young children the opportunity to
Spring Into Storytime! porting the activities of the Bill learn without the pressures of a
able at the Library for checkout. Memorial Library are welcome
Read the book and join the book The Bill Memorial Library in normal game, and with the com-
the City of Groton is now tak- to attend. The library is located fort of those the same age around
club for discussion. Then on May at 240 Monument Street in the
24 at 7 p.m., the Library will ing registration for our spring them. Every state in America has
StoryTime program for children City of Groton, adjacent to Fort a First Tee Golf Program that also
show the film which was based Griswold.
on the book. The movie is rated R ages 3-5. StoryTime is held provides the children with a log
on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., For more information, call
and is not suitable for children. the library at (860) 445-0392, book to record all attended events,
On May 19 at 7 p.m., there through June 2. StoryTime at which the children can mail in for a
the Bill Memorial Library is or visit them on the Web at
will be an interactive Salsa www.billmemorial.org. certificate and a prize.

LET’S
S ccer
PLAY inf
BALL
Open registration for
Fall Soccer is going on
now. Dolphin Sports and
Recreation is accepting
all military and Town of
Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld Groton residents, ages 2
GROTON, Conn. - Captain Marc
- 14, for their co-ed soccer
Denno, Commanding Officer of Naval programs offered August
Submarine Base New London, Dennis through October. For ages
Popp, Mayor of the City of Groton, 2 and 3 the cost is $25 for
and Scott Nadeu, Groton Little League a four-week program, and
President throws the first pitch to kick includes a clinic T-shirt.
off the opening day of Groton Little The cost for ages 4-14
League at Washington Park, April 24. is $50, with a military
Dozens of teams came to participate
discount available, and
in the opening ceremony in which
every team was recognized for their
includes a uniform and
achievement and sponsors. an end of season award.
To register, visit www.
dolphinsportsandrec.
org. Registration is now
offered online registration
through eteamz.com/dol-
phinsports.

Helping the Salvation Army help others

Photo by MC1(AW) Peter D. Blair

GROTON Conn. – Joshua Blair


places an infant walking toy in
the Salvation Army donation recep-
tacle during the Balfour Beatty
Communities (BBC) Salvation Army,
Earth Day donation drive. “It’s
great for us to have the Salvation
Army here,” said BBC representa-
tive Sandra Christians. “This event
gives kids the opportunity to learn
about reusing, recycling and help-
ing out in their community.” Military
families dropped off clothing, toys,
car seats, books and much more,
which will be sorted and resold by
the Salvation Army with the money
Bodyworks announce winners of
going to help the less fortunate.
Biggest Loser competion
Photo by ET3 Melissa Gavin

GROTON, Conn. - Winners of the Bodyworks Fitness Center Biggest Loser Competition are joined by the Bodyworks staff
to be recognized at the Fitness Center, April 23. The winner for the highest percent weight lost was Steve Cavanaugh,
with an 11.26 percent, 26 pound loss. Bob Gay was recognized for earning the most points throughout the competition,
with 423 points total. April Phillips was runner-up in both categories. The winning team for the group competitions
was Team Angie. All participants who finished the entire program were given Biggest Loser water bottles, along with
a cookbook put together by the Bodyworks staff with healthy recipes submitted by the competitors. Cavanaugh, the
biggest loser, was given a check for 26 dollars, one dollar for each pound lost. Knowing that he could not have done it
alone, he was grateful for the support he received from his fellow participants. “One of the things that kept me going
is everybody here,” said Cavanaugh.
6 • THE DOLPHIN • Thursday, May 6, 2010
Thursday, May 6, 2010 • THE DOLPHIN • 7

Boy Scout Troop 109 tours SUBASE

SUBASE CO welcomes
MCEC to Groton
Photo by MC1(AW) Peter D. Blair

GROTON, Conn. - Captain Marc W. Denno, Naval Submarine Base New London Commanding
Officer, welcomes the representatives from the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) to the
Groton-New London area during the MCEC meeting at Groton Inn and Suites, April 30. Denno
discussed why the MCEC is so important, and thanked the guests for the roles they play in
helping military children adjust to frequent moves, family separations, and deployments. The
Photo by MC1(SW/AW) Steven Myers MCEC was originally founded in 1998 as a way to help military-connected children meet the
challenges during their educational years that are posed by frequents transitions, and the dif-
GROTON, Conn. - Members of Boy Scout Troop 109 from Colchester, Conn., stop on the brow of USS Virginia (SSN ficulties that military life often bring with it. As the years have passed the MCEC has grown in
774) during a tour, April 21. The 10 scouts, along with their scout leaders, asked many questions and received its mission to ensure quality educational opportunities for all military children.
answers about Virginia, her crew and the technology aboard the vessel.

American Legion National Commander visits SUBASE NARFE


Photo by ET3 Melissa Gavin
conducts meeting
GROTON, Conn. - Members of the American
Legion stand in front of USS Dallas (SSN 700) The National Association
after a tour of the submarine, April 18. Clarence of Retired Federal Employees
Hill, American Legion National Commander for (NARFE) Chapter 158 will con-
2009-2010, along with several of his fellow mem- duct its monthly meeting, May 12
bers, visited Naval Submarine Base New London at 1 p.m., with a social hour and
(SUBASE) for a tour, including lunch at Cross Hall
Galley. Incorporated by Congress in 1919, the then lunch prior to the meeting,
American Legion is the nation’s largest veterans at the Port’n Starboard in New
service organization, committed to mentoring and London.
sponsorship of youth programs in our communi- All interested retired feder-
ties, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting
a strong national security, and continued devotion
al employees and spouses are
to our fellow service members and veterans. Visit encouraged to attend. This month
The Dolphin website at www.dolphin-news.com the program will be a presentation
for the complete story on the American Legion on Tai Chi, a Chinese self-healing
National Commanders vist to SUBASE. practice.
Call Sally at (860) 383-7060 to
make your luncheon reservation.
8 • THE DOLPHIN • Thursday, May 6, 2010

Admiral kicks off Kansas City Navy Week, touts new submarine
U.S. and Allied officers accepted the unconditional surrender of
By Lt. Patrick Evans the Japanese at the end of World War II on Sept. 2, 1945.
Submarine Group Two Public Affairs Officer “There are few ships that have served in World War II that are
as well known as the Battleship Missouri - the Mighty Mo,” Nixon
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Commander of Submarine Group 2 beamed during a news conference in Jefferson City. “Now, the
officially kicked off Kansas City Navy Week April 26 beginning a people in our state proudly anticipate the day when another ship
celebration that gives area residents an opportunity to meet Sailors christened the USS Missouri becomes part of the most-advanced,
and learn about the Navy’s critical mission and broad-ranging best-trained Navy in the world’s history.”
capabilities. Prior to meeting with Gov. Nixon, McLaughlin spoke with
Rear Admiral Michael McLaughlin serves as leading spokesper- submarine veterans, other veterans groups and the Navy League
son for the event, which runs through May 2. in Springfield. He also spoke to local business leaders during a
“There are actually 7,000 Sailors from Missouri serving the luncheon, providing them with an update of the submarine force
nation as we speak, and there are about 7,000 retirees in Missouri. and thanking them “on behalf of our Sailors and their families for
So, even though Kansas City and the state are landlocked, there your continued support for all of us who wear the uniform. The
still is a deep tie to the Navy,” said McLaughlin. conditions under which we live and serve is made better by your
The Navy conducts about 20 Navy Weeks each year, reaching support and dedication to us.”
out to communities across the country to show Americans the In addition, McLaughlin met with members of the USS Missouri
investment they have made in their Navy. The Navy’s precision Commissioning Committee, an IRS-designated 501(c)3 nonprofit
flight demonstration team, The Blue Angels, will headline Kansas charity created to raise at least $300,000 to fund events surround-
City Navy Week, performing at the Sound of Speed Air Show May ing Missouri’s commissioning.
1 - 2. Photo by Lt. Patrick Evans McLaughlin was also the guest speaker at the University of
As part of Navy Week events, McLaughlin will participate in a JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Rear Adm. Michael McLaughlin, commander of Submarine Missouri’s Joint Reserve Officers Training Corps Awards Parade
“Caps for Kids” visit at Children’s Mercy Hospital and a presenta- Group Two, presents a group ball cap to Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon during a news con- in Columbia.
tion to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. When commissioned in July, Missouri will become the seventh
ference in the governor’s office, April 23. McLaughlin is in Missouri to raise aware-
While in Missouri, McLaughlin also worked to raise awareness Virginia-class submarine to join the fleet. Missouri is built to
ness of Virginia-class attack submarine Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Missouri (SSN
about Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Missouri (SSN 780), the new- excel in anti-submarine warfare; anti-ship warfare; strike warfare;
780) and serve as the leading spokesperson for Kansas City Navy Week. special operations; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance;
est Virginia-class attack submarine. According to McLaughlin, it is
important to establish a bond between the state and the submarine, During his visit, McLaughlin has visited different parts of irregular warfare; and mine warfare missions. Adept at operat-
which is scheduled to be commissioned July 31 during a ceremony Missouri to discuss Navy Week and the submarine. In Jefferson ing in both the world’s shallow littoral regions and deep waters,
at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn. City, he met with Missouri Governor Jay Nixon, who recounted Missouri will directly enable five of the six Navy maritime strategy
“The ship’s crew absolutely loves feeling that pride of owner- that submarine Missouri is the fifth Navy vessel to be named in core capabilities - sea control, power projection, forward presence,
ship that the people of Missouri have, and I think it really moti- honor of the people of the “Show Me State.” The last one was the maritime security, and deterrence.
vates the crew to do their job the very best that they can,” added legendary battleship USS Missouri, which was the site where Fleet For more news from Commander Submarine Group 2, visit
McLaughlin. Adm. Chester Nimitz, Gen. Douglas MacArthur, and many other www.navy.mil/local/Subgru2/.

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