MARMC / Navy Events

Celebrate the Holidays!

Holly Jolly Festivus Event. 6 Dec, 1700-1900 at Cutter Park.

• There will be holiday décor, DJ music, games, a photo booth, crafts, treats, entertainers and more.
• No registration is required and this event is open to active duty, retirees, reservists, DoD civilians, and eligible family members.
• For more information, please call 757-444-0347.

Jet Lighting Reveal and Photos with Santa. 6 Dec, 1700-1900 at the O Club parking lot.

• There will be a photo booth, hot chocolate and cookies, games and Santa.
• Jets will be lit at 1700.
• For more information, please call 757-433-2112.

JEB Fort Story Holiday Tree Free Giveaway 7 Dec 0900-1200 at the JEB Fort Story Tennis Courts (720 New Guinea Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23459).

• Get into the holiday spirit by bringing home a fresh, beautiful tree to brighten your season.
• JEB Fort Story MWR is hosting is annual holiday tree giveaway.
• The trees we will be giving away are free live trees.
• Trees can be picked up on a first-come first-served basis.
• While you're picking up your tree. Make sure to stop by and get your picture with Santa, enjoy light refreshments, music and a take-home craft.
• More info at 757-422-7600.

Free Advance Screening - At the Aerotheater on Saturday, December 14.

• Oceana MWR Movies hosts a free advance screening of “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera.”
• Doors will open at 1600 and the movie will begin at 1700.
• No recording devices of any kind will be permitted in the theater.  
• For more info, please call 757-433-2112.

Breakfast with the Grinch. JEB Little Creek at Pub 19 on Saturday, 21 Dec from 0900 -1100.

• $10 per person and includes a breakfast buffet. Payment can be made by calling 757-462-7691.
• If payment is not made in advance, you will not be able to attend the event.
• Online registration is required. https://www.navylifema.com/activity/8ea3fed4-a44f-48f6-a7e4-fc128085be3a.

Join-A-Shipmate for the holidays! 

• You can even bring a shipmate with you if that would make you more comfortable.
• The goal  is to share a nice holiday meal and conversation with your MARMC Family! 
• For more info, contact the PAO Office at MARMC_NRFK_1164_PUBLIC_AFFAIRS@us.navy.mil

Equi Vets Military Service Program

• Therapeutic riding, therapeutic horsemanship, and equine-assisted psychotherapy
• Free on Wednesdays for Active-duty Service Members and Veterans.
• 2626 Heritage Park Dr. Virginia Beach VA  23456, 
• Click here: Equi Vets Info
• For more information call: 757-721-7350

Navy MWR Esports

• Dive into the ultimate gaming experience with the Navy MWR Esports Fitness Challenge!
• Service members from around the world can participate in 33 virtual tournaments for 33 opportunities to win incredible prizes, including Xboxes, iPads, exclusive jerseys, gift cards, and more
• More Info at https://www.navymwr.org/programs/esports 
• Catch live events featuring Sailors from around the world
• Watch the live stream at www.Twitch.tv/NavyMWR

Chaplain Services

• LT Tosha Arrington, Command Chaplain
• ​Building LF-18 (VIP Office 1)
  • Tuesday and Thursdays 0800 - 1600
• Building CEP-200 (Room 245M (office on the mezzanine above Maine Street))
  • Mondays and Wednesdays 0800 - 1600
  • Fridays 0800 - 1500
• If you would like to meet with the Chaplain outside of office hours, please feel free to contact and schedule a time​
  • tosha.arrington@cg64.navy.mil 
  • Cell: (757) 647-3216

MARMC Licensed Professional Counselor for Military contact information 

• Ms. Noelle Bice, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC )
  • ​Noelle.Bice@chenegapfs.com
  • Located in Bldg. LF-18 room 17-06
  • (757) 837-8491
• Ms. Flora Papadimitriou, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist
  • Flora.Papadimitriou@chenegapfs.com
  • Located in Bldg. CEP-200 Room 6D
  • Monday - Friday 0800 - 1630
  • (757) 536-2547

Additional Services

• Civilian Support 
  • ​www.MagellanAscend.com
  • 1-844-DON-CEAP (1-844-366-2327)
  • TTY 711 for compassionate and caring support
• Military Support
  • 1-800-342-9647
  • ​https://www.militryonesource.mil/ 

What's Happening in Hampton Roads​                

Santa's Attic, 6 Dec, 1000-1700, City Hall, Hampton.

• An annual arts and crafts show featuring original, handmade items from local crafters, perfect for holiday gift shopping. 

Phoebus Holiday Illumination & Craft Market, 7 Dec, Mellen Street, Phoebus, Hampton.  

• A lively outdoor street festival with over 50 local artisans
• An ugly sweater contest, kids’ activities, food trucks, music, a tree lighting
• A visit from Santa!

Hampton Holly Days Parade, 07 December starting at 1700.

• Settlers Landing and surrounding Downtown streets, Hampton.
• The longest-running illuminated holiday parade on the Peninsula, featuring festive floats, marching bands, and holiday cheer. 

Kids Holiday Cookie Decorating Event, Tue, 10 Dec, 1600 to 2000 at UNO Pizzeria & Grill, East Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA.

• Use your favorite festive colors to decorate delectable sugar cookies.
• Kids eat for free with the purchase of an adult entree.
• To reserve a spot, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-holiday-cookie-decorating-event-tickets-1089149899669?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Surf N Santa 5 Miler, 14 Dec at 1430.

• Starts at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. 
• For more info: https://www.surfnsanta5miler.com/

Holiday Lights at the Beach, 15 Nov to 31 Dec, 1730 – 2200 nightly, Virginia Beach Oceanfront! 

• Experience the enchantment of jumping fish, musical crabs, lively elves, and joyous penguins dancing in illuminated splendor against the moonlit backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. 
• For information: https://beacheventsvb.com/event/holiday-lights-at-the-beach-2024/

Holiday Wonder Walk, 20-25, Dec, Hampton Coliseum/Water Walk Trail, Hampton.

• A family-friendly event where the Water Walk Trail is illuminated with holiday features, including animated displays, scenic props, lighted bridges and paths, kids’ activities, food, and strolling entertainment.

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