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5/15/2013
Ethnic Food Fair — Wednesday, May 22
Come join the fun from 11:30am – 1:30pm on the Building 31 patio. A variety of Asian foods by local restaurants will be for sale. Learn about organizations and activities that promote diversity and inclusion at NIH. APAO will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Children’s Inn at NIH.. For more information, contact Aaron Bell at 301-451-7898.
5/10/2013
NIH Annual Police Day — Tuesday, May 14
NIH Police Day will be celebrated from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the front lawn of Building 1. The day will include K-9 demonstrations, a cookout, and various other activities and demonstrations. For questions about this event, please contact Matthew Catherwood at 301-496-8309
5/10/2013
American Sign Language — 5-week session begins on Friday, May 17
Are you interested in learning how to sign to improve your communication with deaf colleagues? The NIH Training Center is offering American Sign Language . The tuition is $310 for the 5-week workshop.
5/6/2013
4th Annual RecGov Fair — Thursday, May 16
The R&W will host the event at the South Lobby of Bldg. 10. Nearly 30 vendors will participate, offering great discounts and specials to NIH employees.
5/6/2013
Bike To Work Day — Friday, May 17
Celebrate with the NIH Bicycle Commuter Club from 7:00 to 9:30 a.m. on the Paul Rogers Plaza in front of Bldg. 1, and off-campus at Rockledge and Rockville, near the new NCI Shady Grove building. Register at www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/.
5/6/2013
NIH Career Symposium Helps Build Your Career, Shape Your Future — Tuesday, May 14
The NIH Office of Intramural Training & Education invites all NIH graduate students and postdoctoral trainees, both basic scientists and clinicians, to participate in the NIH Career Symposium at Natcher Conference Center from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. To register, visit www.training.nih.gov.
5/6/2013
R&W Spring Bazaar and Home and Garden Show — Wednesday, May 8
R&W Spring Bazaar and Home and Garden Show — Wednesday, May 8 The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the South Lobby of Bldg. 10. Crafters will be selling a variety of handmade crafts such as jewelry, handbags, pottery, clothes, and artwork.
4/24/2013
NIH Science Education Conversations Series — Thursday, April 25
Frank C. Keil, Ph.D. will present "Folk biology, health literacy, and early science learning." The seminar will begin at 3 p.m. in Building 50, Room 1328/1334. For more information please visit the web site.
4/22/2013
13th Annual NEI Food Drive — Monday, April 29 – Friday, May 31
Hunger sees no color and it knows no age. More than 640,000 local area residents are hungry. To help our community, the National Eye Institute will hold its annual food drive to benefit the Capital Area Food Bank in Washington, DC. Please help by bringing in non-perishable food. Look for posters and drop-off boxes throughout NIH campus and Fishers Lane. For more information, contact Donna Wells at 301-496-5248.
4/19/2013
NIH Philharmonia Orchestra Concert — Saturday, April 27
The NIH Philharmonia Orchestra will present a free concert at 7:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church (917 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD). The concert “Cornucopia” includes Copland, Fanfare for the Common Man Haydn, Double Horn Concerto in Eb, Laurentiu Raducanu & Prem Subramanian, horn soloists Mahler, Symphony No. 1 (Titan).
4/18/2013
NIH Community Orchestra 13th Annual Spring Concert - Sunday, April 28
NIH Community Orchestra 13th Annual Spring Concert - Sunday, April 28 The concert will present "Musical Time Travel" - including Dvořák's Symphony No. 8, the world premiere of Psalmnos, by Timothy Dusenbury, and more! Admission and parking are FREE. Donations benefit the NIH Charities. The event will be begin at 4:30 p.m. at Cedar Lane Unitarian Church (9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD). For more information, visit the orchestra's web site or call 301-594-7657.
4/17/2013
Prescription Drug Take-Back Day — Wednesday, April 24
Federal employees will have the opportunity to safely, confidentially, and conveniently dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired prescription drugs. By participating in Federal Employee Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, you can help free your home from a potentially dangerous hazard – prescription drugs that can be misused and abused. Bring your unwanted, unused, or expired prescription drugs to one of the following convenient locations from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Bldg. 31A Lobby; at the Neuroscience Center at 6001 Executive Boulevard, lobby cafeteria; In Baltimore, at the Biomedical Research Center (NIDA/NIA), 251 Bayview Blvd., Pharmacy, Suite 02A500.
4/15/2013
NIH Minority Health Promotion Day — Tuesday, April 23
The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Clinical Center’s south lobby and Masur Auditorium (Bldg. 10). The day-long celebration will highlight the work that NIH institutes and centers, federal agencies and local NIH grantees are doing to improve minority health. The U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Regina Benjamin will be the featured speaker on prevention efforts to eliminate health disparities at 2:00 p.m. in Masur Auditorium. For more information, visit the NIMHD Web site.
4/15/2013
NED Training — May 1
"NED for beginners" and "NED for Advanced Users" classes will be held at Executive Plaza South. For dates, times and locations of future classes, see the web site. To register, contact Lanny Newman.
4/10/2013
NIH 9-Hole Co-Ed Golf League Seeking Members for 2013 Season
This League provides a great way to enjoy golf on a regular basis. The season runs April through September. Play is after work on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays. For more information, contact Rona Hirschberg.
4/10/2013
Softball Players Wanted
The NIH R&W-Sponsored Co-Ed Softball League is looking for individual players or an entire team to join the league. All skill levels welcome. Teams play once each week from mid-April to mid-August. The league is also seeking someone to umpire occasional games. For more information, contact Jun Moy at 301-594-2761.
4/10/2013
Treats Galore in the Building 31A Lobby — Thursday, April 11
On the second Thursday of every month, Treats Galore will be selling fudge from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., outside the NIH Federal Credit Union. Choose from a variety of fudge flavors and more.
4/10/2013
NIH Earth Day Celebration — Thursday, April 25
This year’s Earth Day Celebration will take place from 10am - 2pm on the front lawn of Building 1. There will be a Nature Walk, a Scales and Tales tent and free azalea seedling to plant at home. There will be reasonably-priced lunches from Thatsalata, Curley’s BBQ and Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream. Learn how to reduce your carbon footprint at work and home, how to compost, what alternative fuel vehicles we have at NIH, what you can recycle, and more! Recycle your used eyeglasses, personal cell phones and "techno trash." This is a NIH Zero Waste Event. All waste will be recycled or composted rather than thrown away. See the full list of events.
4/9/2013
Take Your Child to Work Day — Thursday, April 25
Check the web site for information on activities and registration requirements. For more information, contact 301-451-0745 or Take-Your-Child-To-Work@nih.gov.
4/9/2013
2013 Halo Chase — Charity 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk — Thursday, April 18
The race begins at 11:30 am at the Building 1 Flagpole and is open to the NIH community. On-site registration is from 10:30-11:15; warm-up is 11;15-11:30. Donations are being accepted and will go to benefit the NIH Charities. For more information, contact Sunithi Hindagolla.
4/5/2013
NIH Clinical Research Day — Wednesday, April 10
The event will celebrate clinical/translational research at NIH and will highlight clinical research opportunities and will be held in Lipsett Amphitheater (Bldg. 10.) Speakers will include Dr. Francis Collins, NIH director; Dr. Anthony Fauci, NIAID director; Dr. Harold Varmus, NCI director; Dr. Crystal Mackall, NCI senior investigator and Clinical Center director Dr. John Gallin. Dr. Michael Gottesman, NIH deputy director for intramural research. These will be followed by presentations on research opportunities in the Intramural Research Program such as the Lasker Clinical Research Scholars Program, the Stadtman Investigator tenure-track searches and the assistant clinical investigator mentored positions.
3/29/2013
Manchester String Quartet at the NIH — Monday, April 1, 2013
The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium (Bldg. 10.) For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.
3/28/2013
New Recruitment Season for Management Interns
The Management Intern Program is open to current GS-7 through GS-12 — NIH employees are invited to apply.
3/28/2013
NIH Back-up Care — Anyone Can Register
This program is designed to assist members of the NIH community when they need to be at work and their regular child or adult/elder care is unavailable — care when you need it most! The program is now available to the entire NIH Community – Federal, Fellow, Contractor and Volunteer.
3/28/2013
Gourmet Baked Goods — Tuesdays
The Upper Crust Bakery will be selling their delicious goods on the Bldg. 31A Patio, from 10:30am – 1:30pm. A variety of breads, pies and cookies are available for sale.
3/25/2013
Manchester String Quartet at the NIH — Monday, April 1
The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium (Bldg. 10.) For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.
3/25/2013
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about Hurricane Preparedness, NIH Operating Status, and links to Weather Information are available on The Inclement Weather web page.
3/20/2013
Blood Donations Needed
The NIH Blood Bank inventory of type B-, A+- and O- blood is very low. African American whole blood donors are urgently needed to support patients with sickle cell disease. Pease call 301-496-1048 to schedule an appointment or simply walk-in from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday – Friday.
3/20/2013
Cholesterol and Glucose Screening
Low-cost cholesterol and blood sugar screenings are available from the ORS DOHS Occupational Medical Service.
3/20/2013
Review and update your entry in the online NIH Enterprise Directory (NED)
Have you reviewed your personal information in the NED system lately?
3/20/2013
New Recruitment Season for Management Interns
The Management Intern Program is open to current GS-7 through GS-12 — NIH employees are invited to apply.
3/20/2013
New Training Center Workshop Available — April 24
The NIH Training Center is offering the following new class: Leadership Presence for NIH Executives.
3/17/2013
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about NIH Operating Status, Hurricane Preparedness and links to Weather Information are available on the Inclement Weather web page.
3/14/2013
2013 Women's History Month Observance Program — Thursday, March 21
Lydia Villa-Komaroff, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, Cytonome/ST, LLC will present "Inspiring Innovation Through Imagination: Celebrating Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics." The program will be held in Building 31, C Wing, 6th Floor, Conference Room 6 from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. The event will be videocast.
3/14/2013
NIH Health Education Resource Group Webinar — Thursday, March 28
The NIH Health Education Resource Group is collaborating with the CDC to host the "Using MessageWorks to Improve Message Effectiveness" webinar. It will be held from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. EDT. This webinar will introduce you to MessageWorks, the new web-tool that improves how health behavior change messages are developed and can increase a message’s predicted effect on health behavior intention and action. For more information, see the web site, and then register online.
3/14/2013
New Training Center Workshops Available
The NIH Training Center is offering the following new classes: Delivering Effective Presentations on March 19; and Leadership Presence for NIH Executives on April 24.
3/12/2013
New Training Center Workshops Available
The NIH Training Center is offering the following new classes: Successful Conflict Resolution on March 14; Delivering Effective Presentations on March 19; and Leadership Presence for NIH Executives on April 24.
3/4/2013
Treats Galore in the Building 31A Lobby — Thursdays
On the second Thursday of every month, Treats Galore will be selling fudge from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., outside the NIH Federal Credit Union. Choose from a variety of fudge flavors and more.
3/4/2013
New Recruitment Season for Management Interns
The Management Intern Program is open to current GS-7 through GS-12 — NIH employees are invited to apply.
3/4/2013
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about Hurricane Preparedness, NIH Operating Status, and links to Weather Information are available on The Inclement Weather web page.
3/4/2013
New Training Center Workshops Available
The NIH Training Center is offering the following new classes: Increasing Individual Productivity on March 11; Successful Conflict Resolution on March 14; Delivering Effective Presentations on March 19; and Leadership Presence for NIH Executives on April 24.
3/4/2013
Join the Wellness NIH Listserv
Are you interested in finding out information about upcoming fitness and wellness related activities, healthy nutrition tips, health related advice? Join the Wellness Listserv. For more information, contact Chris Gaines, at 301-451-3631.
3/1/2013
Non-Emergency Number Available on NIH Bethesda Campus — "311"
For any non-emergency situation on the NIH Bethesda campus where you need assistance from the NIH Police, Fire Department or other safety and security staff, the NIH is now offering a new, easy-to-remember "311" service. For those individuals on the main campus not using an NIH phone, dial 301-496-5685. For more information, visit the ORS web site.
3/1/2013
NED Training
Four new, free classes about how to use NED are available for Administrative Officers (AO’s) and other NED users. For dates, times and locations, see the web site. To register, contact Lanny Newman.
3/1/2013
Manchester String Quartet at the NIH — Monday, March 11, 2013
The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium (Bldg. 10.) For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.
2/26/2013
New Treasury Mandate: Direct Deposit of Pay Required by March 1
Beginning Mar. 1, the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will no longer issue paper checks. Instead, DFAS will pay all employees by direct deposit (electronic funds transfer—EFT). To start your direct deposit, you must use Direct Deposit Form to the Benefits and Payroll Liaison Branch, Bldg. 31/Rm. B3C23.
2/22/2013
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about NIH Operating Status and links to Weather Information are available on The Inclement Weather web page.
2/22/2013
NIH Science Education Conversations Series — Thursday, February 28
Stephen L. Pruitt, Ph.D., will present "What are the Next Generation Science Standards?" The seminar will begin at 3 p.m. in Building 50, Room 1328/1334. For more information please visit the web site.
2/22/2013
New Recruitment Season for Management Interns
The Management Intern Program is open to current GS-7 through GS-12 — NIH employees are invited to apply.
2/22/2013
Renewal of Parking Permits
NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "C-D" will expire on February 28, 2013. Renewal is also available via an online form. For more information see the ORS parking information Web page or contact them at 301-496-5050.
2/22/2013
NED Training — February & March
Four new, free classes about how to use NED are scheduled for February & March, 2013 for Administrative Officers (AO’s) and other NED users. For dates, times and locations, see the web site. To register, contact Lanny Newman.
2/15/2013
Manchester String Quartet at the NIH — Monday, February 25
The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium (Bldg. 10.) For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.
2/15/2013
Child Care and Dependent Care Resource & Referral Services
NIH provides free Child Care and Dependent Care referral services. For more information, see the ORS Web site.
2/12/2013
Blood Donations Needed
African American whole blood donors are urgently needed to support patients with sickle cell disease. These patients have made antibodies, so that only very closely matched donors can be used. There is also a shortage of A+, B+ and O+. Please visit the NIH Blood Bank, located on the first floor of the Clinical Center, Building 10. For more information, call 301-496-1048.
2/12/2013
HeartWalk at NIH
Bright red HeartWalk logo stencils have been placed in 1/10 mile increments all over the NIH campus on most of our traveled sidewalks. Count 10 logos and you have traveled approximately 1 mile. A printable map, marking the routes is available Online.
2/7/2013
NIH Sailing Association Open House — Thursday, February 28
Explore your interest in learning to sail and discover all the opportunities for sailing with the NIHSA. They offer instruction, sailboats for charter, racing, cruises, parties and fun!! The Open House will be from 5-8pm at the FAES House on the corner of Old Georgetown Road and Cedar Lane — $5.00 at the door includes pizza and snacks. Cash bar for beer and wine: $1.00 each.
2/7/2013
NIH Philharmonia Orchestra Concert — Saturday, February 23
The NIH Philharmonia Orchestra will present a free concert at 7:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church (917 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD). The concert "Homage and Images” features Borodin's "In the Steppes of Central Asia," Ravel's "Le Tombleau de Couperin," and Mussorgsky's incredible "Pictures at an Exhibition."
2/7/2013
NCCAM Lecture: Neural Basis of Mind-Body Therapies — Monday, February 11
M. Catherine Bushnell, Ph.D. will present the lecture from 10:00-11 a.m. in the Lipsett Ampitheater (Bldg. 10 Clinical Research Center.) This lecture is being videocast and is part of the Integrative Medicine Research Lecture series.
2/4/2013
Focus on You Wellness Workshop — Thursday, February 7
The workshop "Avoiding Injuries" will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at The Loft. Attendees will learn about the impact of long term muscle imbalances to the body, simple ways to identify potential muscle imbalances, and critical exercise mistakes that often lead to injury. RSVP online at www.recgov.org/fitnesscart.
2/4/2013
2013 Black History Month Observance Program — Wednesday, February 20
This year’s program "At the Crossroads of Freedom and Equality: 150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation" will take place from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in the Lipsett Auditorium in the Clinical Center, Bldg. 10. Keynote Speaker, NIDDK Director Dr. Griffin P. Rodgers will present "Type II Diabetes and Obesity: And the major concerns within the African American Community." For more information, contact Victoria Gross at 301-451-0746.
1/30/2013
Critical Need for O Negative Blood Donors
The NIH Blood Bank is in urgent need of O- blood donors. Please visit the NIH Blood Bank, located on the first floor of the Clinical Center, Building 10. For more information, call 301-496-1048.
1/30/2013
Scientists Volunteer for Education
Spend some time with a local middle or high school science teacher and her or his classroom. Learn about volunteer opportunities, and join the many others who have already signed up. For more information, contact the Office of Science Education.
1/30/2013
African American Artifacts Exhibit — Monday, February 4
In conjunction with the 2013 Black History Month Observance, there will be an African American Artifacts Exhibit in Building 31, Lobby A , from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. For more information contact: Victoria A. Gross at 301-451-0746.
1/25/2013
NIH Back-up Care Seminars — Wednesday, January 30
"In-Home Back-up Care: Try It, You’ll Like It" will be presented on Wednesday, January 30, 2013, Noon - 1:00 pm in Building 31/6C, Room 10. The benefits of using in-home care and the qualifications of the providers will be reviewed. There will be discussion about how to prepare for in-home care and the expectations of caregivers and parents. This seminar will be webcast live. This seminar and past seminars, covering a variety of child and adult/elder care issues/concerns, are also archived and available by visiting the NIH Child Care Website. For more information, call ORS Child Care Services at 301-402-8180.
1/24/2013
Gourmet Baked Goods — Tuesdays
The Upper Crust Bakery will be selling their delicious goods on the Bldg. 31A Patio, from 10:30am – 1:30pm. A variety of breads, pies and cookies will be available for sale.
1/24/2013
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about NIH Operating Status and links to Weather Information are available on The Inclement Weather web page.
1/14/2013
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Observance Program — Thursday, January 24
The national theme for the 2013 Dr. King holiday is Remember! Celebrate! Act! "A Day On Not A Day Off". The MLK Day of Service “is a part of United We Serve, the President's national call to service initiative. Lauren Woods, M.D. , NCI will present "Clinical Translation of Therapeutic Cancer Vaccines: From Bench Discoveries to Bedside Realities" from 11:00 a.m.- noon in Wilson Hall (Bldg 1.)
1/10/2013
NIH Back-up Care — Anyone Can Register
This program is designed to assist members of the NIH community when they need to be at work and their regular child or adult/elder care is unavailable — care when you need it most! The program is now available to the entire NIH Community – Federal, Fellow, Contractor and Volunteer.
1/10/2013
NIH Science Education Conversations Series — Thursday, January 17
Dr. Phil M. Sadler, Director, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, Science Education Department will present "Separating Facts from Fads: How High School Experiences Impact Students' Performance and Persistence in STEM." The seminar will begin at 3 p.m. in Building 50, Room 1328/1334. For more information please visit the web site.
1/3/2013
New Writing Class Available
The NIH Training Center is now offering "One-on-One Writing and English Consulting." This class is a targeted one-on-one tutoring series for employees seeking to improve their written and spoken communication.
1/2/2013
Join the NIH-HHS Mentoring Program — January 31, 2013 deadline
Permanent federal employees interested in serving as mentors and mentees across the NIH community are invited to join the NIH Mentoring Cohort. For more information, including links to online registration and upcoming information sessions, see the Web site.
1/2/2013
Cholesterol and Glucose Screening
The R&W and Occupational Medical Services (OMS) at NIH are working together to offer both Glucose & Total Cholesterol Screening. This screening is available in Bldg. 10 in the 6th floor clinic Rm. 6C306 on Tuesday mornings from 8-11am. The full lipid profile (cholesterol) test is $16.50 and the glucose test is $8.25. Purchase a screening ticket at any R&W store before you plan to be tested and take it with you for any Tuesday screening. Because this is a fasting test, participants should not eat or drink anything (except water) for at least nine hours prior to having the test.
1/2/2013
Review and update your entry in the online NIH Enterprise Directory (NED)
Have you reviewed your personal information in the NED system lately?
1/2/2013
Employee Suggestion Program Available
The Employee Suggestion Program is a great way to share your ideas for improving government operations and services and to be recognized for your contribution. Complete form HHS-170 (employee suggestion form) and submit your ideas to your IC Employee Suggestion Program coordinator.
1/2/2013
2013 R&W Preferred Memberships Now On Sale!
It's R&W membership renewal time. For more information, call the R&W Office at 301-496-6061. Join the R&W ListServ for the latest news on R&W events, tickets and more.
1/2/2013
Demystifying Medicine Series — begins January 8
The course is designed to help bridge the gap between advances in biology and their application to major human diseases. There is no fee nor is there academic credit. However, those attending more than 50% of sessions and who pass an electronic multiple choice exam receive a certificate at the conclusion of the Course. Sessions are every Tuesday, 4:00-5:30 p.m. in the ground floor auditorium of Building 50. For more information, see the Web site.
12/13/2012
New NIH Training Center Classes
The NIH Training Center offers educational and developmental opportunities for all NIH employees. For a sneak preview of upcoming NIH Training Center courses accepting enrollment, visit the monthly calendar feature.
12/13/2012
Join the NIH-HHS Mentoring Program — January 31, 2013 deadline
Permanent federal employees interested in serving as mentors and mentees across the NIH community are invited to join the NIH Mentoring Cohort. For more information, including links to online registration and upcoming information sessions, see the Web site.
12/10/2012
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about NIH Operating Status and links to Weather Information are available on The Inclement Weather web page.
12/10/2012
Donate your extra “Use or Lose" Annual Leave
At this time of year, employees should review their annual leave balances, with the carryover (240 hours for non-SES members) limitation in mind. Annual leave in excess of the carryover limitation is considered "use or lose" annual leave and must be used before the end of the leave year (Saturday, January 12, 2013) to avoid forfeiture. Leave donations help protect the income of colleagues who are experiencing medical emergencies. For more information, please contact your VLTP Coordinator or timekeeper.
12/10/2012
Life Management Resources
Want to hear others’ opinions or share your own about household products, home maintenance, local jewelers, service stations? Sign up for the Life Management Resources listserv. Reminder: The selling of items is prohibited on NIH listservs.
12/10/2012
Join the Wellness NIH Listserv
Are you interested in finding out information about upcoming fitness and wellness related activities, healthy nutrition tips, health related advice? Join the Wellness NIH website Listserv at https://list.nih.gov/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A0=wellnessnih. For more information, contact Chris Gaines, at 301-451-3631.
12/10/2012
Combined Federal Campaign
The 2012 CFC pledge drive is underway. See the list of coordinators to locate your representative, or write to NIH CFC.
12/7/2012
NIH Science Education Conversations Series — Thursday, December 20
Daniel M. Levin, Ph.D., Visiting Assistant Professor, College of Education, University of Maryland will present "Attending to Student Thinking in Science." The seminar will begin at 3 p.m. in Building 50, Room 1328/1334. For more information, visit the web site.
11/29/2012
NIH Chamber Singers Holiday Concerts — Saturday, December 8, Sunday, December 9, and Wednesday, December 12
The NIH Chamber Singers will hold a holiday concert on Saturday, December 8, from 3-4 p.m. on at the Marilyn J. Praisner/Fairland Library (14910 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville, MD). On Wednesday, December 12, at noon, they will perform a variety of holiday tunes in several styles, in the Atrium of the Clinical Research Center (Bldg. 10). The final concert will be a special performance of the Christmas one-act opera, "Amahl and the Night Visitors," during the 11 a.m. Sunday service on December 9 at the North Chevy Chase Christian Church (8814 Kensington Parkway, Chevy Chase, MD). All concerts are free and open to everyone. For more information, contact Valerie Lambros at 301-594-7557.
11/29/2012
NIH Philharmonia Orchestra Concert — Saturday, December 8
The NIH Philharmonia Orchestra will present at 7:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church (917 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD). The concert "A Tchaikovsky Perspective" includes Tchaikovsky, Symphony No. 1 (Winter Dreams) and Tchaikovsky, Symphony No. 6 (Pathetique). Tickets are free. Early arrival is encouraged to ensure good seating and parking.
11/28/2012
CFC Dessert Week Charity Fairs — Dec 4 - 6
The Combined Federal Campaign will be hosting Dessert Week, from Noon-2:00 pm on Tuesday, December 4 at Neuroscience Center Conference Room A1/A2; Wednesday, December 5 at Executive Plaza South (lobby); and Thursday, December 6 at 5635 Fishers Lane (lobby.)
11/27/2012
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about NIH Operating Status and links to Weather Information are available on The Inclement Weather web page.
11/26/2012
Renewal of Parking Permits
NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "U-Z" and for Vanpool permit holders will expire on November 30, 2012. Renewal is also available via an online form. For more information see the ORS parking information Web page or contact them at 301-496-5050.
11/20/2012
NIH wants YOU to join the NIH-HHS Mentoring Program!
Permanent federal employees interested in serving as mentors and mentees across the NIH community are invited to join the NIH December 2012 cohort! For more information, including links to online registration and upcoming information sessions, see the Web site.
11/20/2012
NIH CFC Superstorm Sandy Charity and Dessert Fair — Thursday, November 29
The NIH CFC will host a Charity and Dessert Fair to support Superstorm Sandy relief, from 1-3 p.m. in the NIH Clinical Center, South Lobby (Bldg. 10.) A variety of CFC charities will be present, and dessert vendors will be on hand.
11/16/2012
Benefits Open Season ends Monday, December 10, 2012
Federal Benefits Open Season is now underway. For Open Season information, see the NIH Office of Human Resources site.
11/16/2012
CFC Event: NCI Dollar for Donut Morning — Wednesday, November 28
The event will be from 8:00 a.m. until the supplies run out, at Executive Plaza North and South Lobbies. For more information about the Combined Federal Campaign.
11/16/2012
Donate your extra “Use or Lose" Annual Leave
At this time of year, employees should review their annual leave balances, with the carryover (240 hours for non-SES members) limitation in mind. Annual leave in excess of the carryover limitation is considered "use or lose" annual leave and must be used before the end of the leave year (Saturday, January 12, 2013) to avoid forfeiture. Leave donations help protect the income of colleagues who are experiencing medical emergencies. For more information, please contact your VLTP Coordinator or timekeeper.
11/16/2012
NIH Science Education Conversations Series — Thursday, November 29
Dr. Shirley Malcom, Head, Education and Human Resources Programs, American Association for the Advancement of Science, AAAS will present "Bringing Underrepresented Populations into the Sciences: What Difference Does Difference Make?" The seminar will begin at 3 p.m. in Building 50, Room 1328/1334. For more information please visit the web site.
11/16/2012
NIH's 17th Annual "Toys to Share Because We Care" — Donate by Friday, December 7
Drop off new, unwrapped toys and gifts (for ages 1-35) by Friday, December 7. Campus locations include: Bldg. 31C, B3B17 - Police Desk; Bldg. 10, CRC North and South Lobbies; Bldg. 51, Room 100 - NIH Fire Department; Bldg. 38 - Main Lobby; Bldg. 45 -Main Lobby. Off-campus locations include 6001 Executive Blvd. (Neuroscience Center); 6120 Executive Blvd. (EPS); 6130 Executive Blvd. (EPN); 6701 Rockledge Drive (Rockledge II); 5625 Fishers Lane; 301 N. Stonestreet Avenue; 12735 Twinbrook Parkway (Twinbrook III); Poolesville (Guard Office); Baltimore (Biomedical Research Center at Bayview, Main Lobby.)For more information, contact Corporal Matthew Catherwood at 301-496-3020.
11/13/2012
Manchester String Quartet at the NIH — Monday, November 19
The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium (Bldg. 10). For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.
11/7/2012
CFC Zumbathon — Fundraising Event for the NIH CFC Campaign — Wednesday, November 14
Zumba incorporates Latin and international music including salsa, merengue, rock and hip hop with dance moves. The class format combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/fitness fashion to achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle-toning benefits. The event will be held at the Loft (Trailer T-39) from 5pm - 7pm. Come dance and workout for a good cause. All participants are requested to contribute a small donation. Proceeds from this event will go to the CFC undesignated fund. There will be door prizes and refreshments sold at the Zumbathon. For more information please email Michael Donovan.
11/7/2012
Federal Benefits Open Season Fair — Thursday, November 15
Open Season begins November 14, 2012 and ends December 12, 2012. You are invited to attend the Federal Benefits Open Season Fair, which will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the Natcher Building (Bldg 45) Atrium.
11/7/2012
Donate your extra “Use or Lose" Annual Leave
At this time of year, employees should review their annual leave balances, with the carryover (240 hours for non-SES members) limitation in mind. Annual leave in excess of the carryover limitation is considered "use or lose" annual leave and must be used before the end of the leave year (Saturday, January 12, 2013) to avoid forfeiture. Leave donations help protect the income of colleagues who are experiencing medical emergencies. For more information, please contact your VLTP Coordinator or timekeeper.
11/7/2012
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about NIH Operating Status and links to Weather Information are available on The Inclement Weather web page.
11/7/2012
R&W Holiday Bazaar — Wednesday, November 14
The R&W will be hosting a Holiday Bazaar benefitting the Friends of the Clinical Center, from 10am - 2pm in Bldg. 10 South Lobby. The bazaar will offer local vendors, crafts, jewelry, and clothes.
11/7/2012
CFC Fall Charity Fair at Fernwood-Rockledge-Democracy Cluster — Wednesday, November 14
The Combined Federal Campaign will be hosting a Fall Charity Fair from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Fernwood area. There will be an array of CFC charity organizations on-site, and a variety of food trucks for lunch.
10/26/2012
Inclement Weather Information — Be Prepared
Information about Hurricane Preparedness, NIH Operating Status, and links to Weather Information are available on The Inclement Weather web page.
10/25/2012
Vote on Election Day — Tuesday, November 6
The OHR memo Excused Absence for Voting Purposes contain NIH Policy regarding absence from work for voting. Information about the Hatch Act and Federal Employees is available at online.
10/24/2012
Employee Suggestion Program Available
The Employee Suggestion Program is a great way to share your ideas for improving government operations and services and to be recognized for your contribution. Complete form HHS-170 (employee suggestion form) and submit your ideas to your IC Employee Suggestion Program coordinator.
10/24/2012
Join the Wellness NIH Listserv
Are you interested in finding out information about upcoming fitness and wellness related activities, healthy nutrition tips, health related advice? Join the Wellness NIH website Listserv at https://list.nih.gov/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A0=wellnessnih. For more information, contact Chris Gaines, at 301-451-3631.
10/22/2012
Manchester String Quartet at the NIH — Monday, November 5
The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium (Bldg. 10). For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.
10/19/2012
Trick or Treat with CFC — Wednesday, October 31
Come in costume to the CFC Halloween Party, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, on the Building 31 patio. Hard Times Café, and Ben & Jerry’s will be there. Local CFC charities will be attending, so come out and learn how YOU can help the charities help others.
10/18/2012
2012 NIH Behavioral & Social Sciences Research Retreat — Monday, October 22
This retreat is designed to engage NIH’s behavioral and social science community and strengthen linkages for future collaboration both within and across ICs. It will take place at the Natcher Conference Center (Bldg. 45.) For more information, contact Dana Sampson at 301-451-9514.
10/17/2012
NIH Science Education Conversations Series — Thursday, October 25
Justin Halberda, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Dept. of Psychology and Brain Sciences, The Johns Hopkins University, will present "Basic Cognition For Numbers: Potential Impacts in the Science Classroom." It will begin at 3 p.m. in Building 50, Room 1328/1334. For more information please visit the web site.
10/17/2012
Donate your extra “Use or Lose" Annual Leave
At this time of year, employees should review their annual leave balances, with the carryover (240 hours for non-SES members) limitation in mind. Annual leave in excess of the carryover limitation is considered "use or lose" annual leave and must be used before the end of the leave year (Saturday, January 12, 2013) to avoid forfeiture. Leave donations help protect the income of colleagues who are experiencing medical emergencies. For more information, please contact your VLTP Coordinator or timekeeper.
10/12/2012
2012 NIH Behavioral & Social Sciences Research Retreat — Monday, October 22 — Registration Ends October 17
This retreat is designed to engage NIH’s behavioral and social science community and strengthen linkages for future collaboration both within and across ICs. It will take place at the Natcher Conference Center (Bldg. 45.) For more information, contact Dana Sampson at 301-451-9514.
10/12/2012
NIH Veterans Day Celebration — Thursday. November 8
In recognition of the service and continued contribution of our veterans, we invite the NIH community to the NIH Veterans Day Celebration. The program will be in the Natcher Conference Center (Bldg. 45). main auditorium from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. and exhibits will be in the atrium from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Veterans and spouses of veterans are specifically encouraged to attend.
10/12/2012
Montgomery County 2012 Annual Commuter Survey — Please take the survey by Friday, October 19
The survey gathers valuable information evaluating the various modes of transportation used by employees commuting to work It can be completed online. For more information, contact Mark Sofman at Montgomery County Commuter Services at 240-777-8385.
10/12/2012
Review and update your entry in the online NIH Enterprise Directory (NED)
Have you reviewed your personal information in the NED system lately?
10/9/2012
Farmers Market and Upper Crust Bakery at NIH through October
The farmer’s market will be held from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. on the Bldg. 31A patio. Licking Creek Bend Farm from Needmore, PA, and Upper Crust Bakery from Colesville, MD will have fresh fruits and vegetables, and freshly-baked bread and other baked goods.
10/9/2012
NIH Philharmonia Orchestra Concert — Saturday, October 20
The NIH Philharmonia Orchestra will present its first concert of the season att 7:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church (917 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD). The concert "Triple Alliance" features evocative music from Italy, Austria and Germany, including Rossini's William Tell Overture, Haydn's Symphony No. 94, Brahms' Academic Festival Overture and Respighi's Pines of Rome. Tickets are free. Early arrival is encouraged to ensure good seating and parking.
10/9/2012
2012 NIH Behavioral & Social Sciences Research Retreat — Monday, October 22 — Register Now
This retreat is designed to engage NIH’s behavioral and social science community and strengthen linkages for future collaboration both within and across ICs. It will take place at the Natcher Conference Center (Bldg. 45.) For more information, contact Dana Sampson at 301-451-9514.
10/9/2012
Foil the Flu — Influenza Vaccination Program
The 2012-2013 schedule is now available on the Foil the Flu Web site. The location of this year's on-campus vaccination clinic is the Hatfield Clinical Research Center, Building 10, 7th Floor Atrium, East Side. (In the Hatfield CRC, take the central elevators adjacent to Admissions/Patient Travel to the 7th floor.) All Federal employees and contractors with a valid NIH identification badge will be provided the seasonal flu vaccine free of charge, while supplies last. For more information, contact Occupational Medical Service at 301-496-4411 or the Hospital Epidemiology Service at 301-496-2209.
10/5/2012
CFC Kick-off Breakfast on Wednesday, October 10
Eurest Dining Services supports the NIH Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)! Between 7:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., Eurest will donate 10 percent of total sales to NIH Charities. The more you order, the more Eurest donates! So come fill up your plates, get your coffee mugs ready and support CFC! Participating Eurest cafeterias and dining services include: Buildings 10 (B1, ACRF, and Au Bon Bain in the CRC), 31, 35, 40 (Cyber Café) and 45. For more information, please contact Marisa Sheelor at 301-402-0926.
10/4/2012
NIH Research Festival Lunch Registration — Wednesday, October 10
This year's Research Festival lunch will be held in a tent near the Natcher Conference Center cafeteria, Building 45. The local food vendors will be The Bean Bag, Hard Times, Hollywood East Cafe, Ledo Pizza, Rocklands Barbeque, and Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream. Music will be provided by NIHJAZZ. Tickets are $5. Reserve your spot — be sure to enter your e-mail address properly, in order to receive your confirmation, which you must bring on the day of the event along with $5 cash and an ID to receive your meal ticket. You cannot enter the tent without a ticket. There will be five seatings between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. There are a limited number of tickets, and you may reserve only one spot.
10/3/2012
New Employee Orientation — Tuesday, October 9
The Orientation for all new NIH Federal employees will be held in the Building 31 (6th Floor, C wing, Conference Room 6) from 8:00 a.m. - Noon. The "Fall In Love with NIH Orientation," for new administrative Federal employees ONLY will be held in Building 31, 6th Floor, C wing, Conference Room 6 from 1:00 p.m.- 2:30 p.m. The "Clinical Center Orientation" for new Clinical Center (CC) employees ONLY is held in the Clinical Center (Bldg 10, 2C116) from 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
10/1/2012
Life Management Resources
Want to hear others’ opinions or share your own about household products, home maintenance, local jewelers, service stations? Sign up for the Life Management Resources listserv. Reminder: The selling of items is prohibited on NIH listservs.
10/1/2012
2012 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Kickoff — Thursday, October 4
The CFC is the annual fundraising drive conducted by employees in the Federal workplace. This year’s theme is "Hope." Join us from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 pm. on the NIH Campus, in tents in front of Building 1. For more information, contact the NIH CFC.
10/1/2012
Disability Employment Awareness Month Interactive Exhibit — Thursday, October 4
OEODM and the 3-Blind Mice (an Employee Resource Group) have partnered to present "The World through Our Eyes: A Journey Into Blindness and Vision Impairment" — a blind and low vision interactive exhibit. It will take place from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in Wilson Hall (Bldg. 1.) Experience what it is like to see (or not see), methods of traveling, assistive technology, demonstrations of everyday living tools and the basic principle of Braille. For more information contact Kim Kirkpatrick 301-451-0748.
9/25/2012
Renewal of Parking Permits
NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "S-T" and for Contractors whose last names begin with "A-M" will expire on September 30, 2012. For more information see the ORS parking information Web page or call 301-496-5050.
9/24/2012
NIH Science Education Conversations Series — Thursday, September 27
This series will include topics ranging from learning about what the future holds for tomorrow's science classroom to how to implement findings from research about the science of education. "Thinking Differently about How We Teach Science: Why Should NIH Care, and What Can NIH Do?" will be begin at 3 p.m. in Building 50, Room 1328/1334. For more information please visit the web site.
9/24/2012
Lunch and Learn Parenting Seminar — Wednesday, September 26
"Surviving Middle School!" will be held from Noon—1:00 p.m. in Building 31, Room 6C/10. The seminar will be shown live on NIH Videocast.
9/12/2012
Prescription Drug Take-Back Day — Wednesday, September 26
Federal employees will have the opportunity to safely, confidentially, and conveniently dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired prescription drugs. By participating in Federal Employee Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, you can help free your home from a potentially dangerous hazard – prescription drugs that can be misused and abused. Bring your unwanted, unused, or expired prescription drugs to one of the following convenient locations from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26 at Bldg. 31A Lobby; at the Neuroscience Center at 6001 Executive Boulevard, lobby cafeteria; In Baltimore, at the Biomedical Research Center (NIDA/NIA), 251 Bayview Blvd., Pharmacy, Suite 02A500. If you are unable to take advantage of Wednesday's event, National Prescription Drug Take-Back events are scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 29 at more than 5,000 collection sites throughout the United States.
9/12/2012
Staff Training in Extramural Programs (STEP) 2012-2013
The new schedule of STEP events is now online. The classes will be VideoCast live and archived.
9/12/2012
Mobile Mammography Screening
The George Washington University Breast Care Center will be conducting mammograms at various locations. To make an appointment call 202-741-3252.
9/12/2012
NIH Sponsors 2nd Annual Safety and Health Photo Contest — Submission Deadline September 30
ORS/DOHS is holding the 2nd Annual "In Focus! Safe Workplaces for All" photo contest. Whether photography is your passion, your hobby or just an occasional pastime, you are invited to participate and capture an image displaying safe workplaces or activities, e.g., the repair of earthquake damage to the Washington Monument, laboratory workers using personal protective equipment, crossing guards on busy streets, etc. For more information, visit the Web site.
9/6/2012
Back-to-School Lunch and Learn Seminar — Thursday, September 13
From noon to 1:00 pm in Building 31/6C Room 6, there will be a lunchtime seminar on "Bullying." For those unable to attend in person, this Lunch and Learn Parenting Seminar will be shown live on NIH Videocast. For more information, contact DATS at 301-402-8180.
9/5/2012
Annual NIH Institute Relay – Thursday, September 13, 11:45 a.m.
The Relay consists of teams of five runners. Each runner completes a half mile loop around Bldg.1. The event is open to all Institutes, Centers, Divisions, and contractors. For more information, contact Kallie Wasserman. To volunteer, contact Kallie Wasserman or David Browne, R&W at 301-496-6061.
8/31/2012
Employee Suggestion Program Available
The Employee Suggestion Program is a great way to share your ideas for improving government operations and services and to be recognized for your contribution. Complete form HHS-170 (employee suggestion form) and submit your ideas to your IC Employee Suggestion Program coordinator.
8/31/2012
Lunchtime Line Dance Classes — Wednesdays
The NIH R&W Country Western Line Dance Club holds line dance classes in Building 10 (Clinical Center, 1 Southeast Atrium) from Noon-1:00pm on Wednesdays.
8/31/2012
Join the Wellness NIH Listserv
Are you interested in finding out information about upcoming fitness and wellness related activities, healthy nutrition tips, health related advice? Join the Wellness Listserv. For more information, contact Chris Gaines, at 301-451-3631.
8/29/2012
Safety, Health and Wellness Day is Today! See you there!!!!
Tip of the Day: Slips, Trips & Falls - You take hundreds of steps each day – but do you take them seriously? . For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/28/2012
Urgent appeal for blood donors at NIH
The NIH Blood Bank is in urgent need of B-, O- and O+ blood donors. Our patients need your help today! Please visit the NIH Blood Bank, located on the first floor of the Clinical Center, Building 10. For more information, call 301-496-1048.
8/28/2012
Director's Bulletin Board — Book a Date to Have Your Posters Displayed
Posters are displayed one week prior to your program. Contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-1776 to reserve a date.
8/28/2012
Safety, Health and Wellness Day is Tomorrow! — Wednesday, August 29
Tip of the Day: Mice in the Workplace – Why they move in – how to keep them out. . For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/27/2012
NIH Traffic Radio — AM1610
NIH traffic, parking and security information is available on the radio at AM1610.
8/27/2012
Renewal of Parking Permits
NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "O-R" will expire on August 31, 2012. You may use the new online feature or go to the parking office in Bldg. 31/B3B04. For more information see the ORS parking information Web page or contact them at 301-496-5050.
8/27/2012
Countdown to NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day — Wednesday, August 29
Tip of the Day: Ladders - Climbing Up Without Falling Down . For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/24/2012
Feds Feed Families - Make donations through Monday, August 27
Donations can be made daily at any donation boxes available at 13 donation sites on the main campus and 21 nearby sites until Monday, August 27. A list of the items most needed by the food bank is available online. For those arriving by Metro or bus, a donation box will be available inside the NIH Gateway Center, adjacent to the Medical Center Metro Station. For more information, contact Corey Welcher.
8/24/2012
Countdown to NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day — Wednesday, August 29
Tip of the Day: Report Injuries and Near Misses Now – Prevent Injuries in the Future. For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/23/2012
Countdown to NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day — Wednesday, August 29
Tip of the Day: CPR and AED – Saving Lives through Training and Practice. For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/22/2012
Countdown to NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day — Wednesday, August 29
Tip of the Day: Avoid Spreading Germs in the Workplace!. For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/21/2012
Countdown to NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day — Wednesday, August 29
Tip of the Day: Food Safety – Is that Food Still Good? . For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/21/2012
Life Management Resources
Want to hear others’ opinions or share your own about household products, home maintenance, local jewelers, service stations? Sign up for the Life Management Resources listserv. Reminder: The selling of items is prohibited on NIH listservs.
8/21/2012
Cholesterol and Glucose Screening
The R&W and Occupational Medical Services (OMS) at NIH are working together to offer both Glucose & Total Cholesterol Screening. This screening is available in Bldg. 10 in the 6th floor clinic Rm. 6C306 on Tuesday mornings from 8-11am. The full lipid profile (cholesterol) test is $16.50 and the glucose test is $8.25. Purchase a screening ticket at any R&W store before you plan to be tested and take it with you for any Tuesday screening. Because this is a fasting test, participants should not eat or drink anything (except water) for at least nine hours prior to having the test.
8/20/2012
Countdown to NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day — Wednesday, August 29
Tip of the Day: Eyes on the Computer Monitor – Eye Rest and Exercise Tips. For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/17/2012
Countdown to NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day — Wednesday, August 29
Tip of the Day: Worker Injuries–Moving Things Around. For more information, visit the ORS 2012 Safety Health and Wellness Day Web site.
8/17/2012
Feds Feed Families Update — Fill the Truck!
Donations can be made daily at any donation boxes available at 13 donation sites on the main campus and 21 nearby sites. There will also be opportunities to donate at "Fill the Truck" events on Wednesday, August 22 and Thursday, August 23 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Building 1. A list of the items most needed by the food bank is available online. For those arriving by Metro or bus, a donation box will be available inside the NIH Gateway Center, adjacent to the Medical Center Metro Station. For more information, contact Corey Welcher.
8/16/2012
NIH Safety & Wellness Day — Wednesday, Aug. 29
Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the activities and learn about safety, health and wellness at Natcher Conference Center from 10am - 2pm. The opening ceremony will begin at 10:30am and be videocast live and archived. A special shuttle route will run between Bldg. 33, Bldg. 10, Bldg. 29 and Natcher Conference Center. For staff located off campus, there will be free parking in the MLP-11 parking garage off of Rockville Pike during the event. For more information, visit the NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day web site.
8/16/2012
NIH Parents
NIH Parents is an interactive e-mail list, managed through the NIH LISTSERV facility, that makes it easy for you to ask for and share information about child care and parenting issues with other NIH parents.
8/15/2012
Renewal of Parking Permits
NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "O-R" will expire on August 30, 2011. You may use the online feature or go to the parking office in Bldg. 31/B3B04. For more information see the ORS parking information Web page or contact them at 301-496-5050.
8/14/2012
Feds Feed Families Update — Fill the Truck!
Donations can be made daily at any donation boxes available at 13 donation sites on the main campus and 21 nearby sites. There will also be opportunities to donate at "Fill the Truck" events on Wednesday, August 15 and Thursday, August 16 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Building 10 South (Parking Lot 10H)’ at the Rockledge Complex in the parking lot behind Rockledge I; and on Wednesday, August 22 and Thursday, August 23 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Building 1. A list of the items most needed by the food bank is available online. For those arriving by Metro or bus, a donation box will be available inside the NIH Gateway Center, adjacent to the Medical Center Metro Station. For more information, contact Corey Welcher.
8/10/2012
Books Are Fun Returns to Bldg. 10 — Tuesday & Wednesday, August 21-22
There will be a book fair in the Bldg. 10 South Entrance from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Choose from a large selection of cookbooks, New York Times Best Sellers, children’s books and more.
8/10/2012
Free Outdoor Film Festival: Thursday, August 23 - Saturday, August 25
This year, the events will take place at Mid-Pike Plaza in Bethesda, MD. The festivities begin at 5:30 pm and the movies begin at dusk. This year’s schedule is Thursday, Aug. 23 - All the Presidents Men; Friday, Aug. 24 - Midnight in Paris; and Saturday, Aug. 25 – We Bought a Zoo. For more information, see www.filmfestnih.org or call 301-816-6958.
8/10/2012
NIH Summer Games — Through August 24
A variety of individual and team events will be held at lunchtime (11:30am-1:30pm) and in the afternoon (4:30pm -6:30pm). Events will take place at locations on campus including the Building 31 fitness center, the Loft (Building T-39) and the recreation field located South of Lot 41. The NIH Games will feature events in track and field, weight lifting, athletic skills competitions and much more. Form a team, sign up individually or come out to cheer on the competitors, but be sure to catch the NIH Games. There is a small per person fee for registration. See the schedule of events and register for an event. For more information, visit the R&W Fitness program Facebook page or contact Rebecca Kirshner.
8/10/2012
2012 NIH Intramural Sports Leagues — events end August 23
A variety of team sports including soccer, basketball, flag football, and volleyball will be held in the afternoon (4:30 pm -6:30pm). Events will take place on campus at the Clinical Center outdoor basketball court and the recreation field located South of Lot 41. There is a small registration fee per person. For more information please visit the R&W Fitness Program Facebook page or the NIH Fitness Program Web site. To register a team or sign up individually please contact Kanika Richardson.
8/10/2012
Science in the Cinema — July 11 through August 15
Films with a medical science theme are screened and an expert on the subject provides a commentary and leads an audience question and answer period. For more information visit the web site. For information about the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, visit http://afi.com/silver or call (301) 495-6720.
8/2/2012
Free Outdoor Film Festival: Thursday, August 23 - Saturday, August 25
This year, the events will take place at Mid-Pike Plaza in Bethesda, MD. The festivities begin at 5:30 pm and the movies begin at dusk. This year’s schedule is Thursday, Aug. 23 - All the Presidents Men; Friday, Aug. 24 - Midnight in Paris; and Saturday, Aug. 25 – Cars. For more information, see www.filmfestnih.org or call 301-816-6958.
8/2/2012
NIH Sponsors 2nd Annual Safety and Health Photo Contest — Submission Deadline September 30
ORS/DOHS is holding the 2nd Annual "In Focus! Safe Workplaces for All" photo contest. Whether photography is your passion, your hobby or just an occasional pastime, you are invited to participate and capture an image displaying safe workplaces or activities, e.g., the repair of earthquake damage to the Washington Monument, laboratory workers using personal protective equipment, crossing guards on busy streets, etc. For more information, visit the Web site.
8/1/2012
R&W Shipping Service
Every Tuesday, from 10am – 1pm, in the Bldg. 31A Lobby, International Shipmasters offers mailing and moving services to the NIH community. Avoid the hassle of dealing with the lines at local mailing facilities or with inexperienced moving companies. For more info call 301-881-3999 or 240-483-5186.
8/1/2012
NIH Health Disparities Seminar Series — Thursday, August 16
Dr. Selwyn Vickers and Dr. Mona Fouad will present on improving minority participation in clinical trials from 2:00-3:30 pm in Natcher Conference Center, Balcony A (Bldg. 45).
8/1/2012
Annual NIH Institute Relay
It’s time to start gathering your team together so you can pick your team name and of course, start training. This year’s relay will be held on Thursday, September 13. It is open to all Institutes, Centers, Divisions, and Contractors. For more information see the R&W web site.
7/23/2012
NIH Summer Games — Monday, August 6 - Friday, August 24
A variety of individual and team events will be held at lunchtime (11:30am-1:30pm) and in the afternoon (4:30pm -6:30pm). Events will take place at locations on campus including the Building 31 fitness center, the Loft (Building T-39) and the recreation field located South of Lot 41. The entire NIH community, including employees, contractors, fellows, students and retirees, are welcome to participate in the NIH Summer Games events. You do not need to be a member of the R&W or Fitness Center to participate in the NIH Games. The NIH Games will feature events in track and field, weight lifting, athletic skills competitions and much more. Form a team, sign up individually or come out to cheer on the competitors, but be sure to catch the NIH Games. There is a small per person fee for registration. See the schedule of events and register for an event. For more information, visit the R&W Fitness program Facebook page or contact Rebecca Kirshner.
7/23/2012
2012 NIH Intramural Sports Leagues
Beginning Monday, July 30 and ending Thursday, August 23, a variety of team sports including soccer, basketball, flag football, and volleyball will be held in the afternoon (4:30 pm -6:30pm). Events will take place on campus at the Clinical Center outdoor basketball court and the recreation field located South of Lot 41. The entire NIH community, including employees, contractors, fellows, students, and retirees, are welcome to participate in the intramural sports activities. You do not need to be a member of the R&W or Fitness Center to participate in the Intramural sports leagues. There is a small registration fee per person. For more information please visit the R&W Fitness Program Facebook page or the NIH Fitness Program Web site. To register a team or sign up individually please contact Kanika Richardson.
7/17/2012
Fill the Truck for Feds Feed Families — Wednesday and Thursday, July 18 and 19
The first "Fill the Truck" event benefiting the Feds Feed Families summer food drive will take place 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. this Thursday and Friday, at Building 10 H South Parking Lot. Simply drive, walk, or bike over to the truck and our volunteers and the NIH Fire Department will assist with unloading your donations. A list of the items most need by the food bank is available online. For more information, contact Corey Welcher.
7/16/2012
AlertNIH
With recent events that have taken place, NIH feels it is necessary to have a way to communicate with all of its employees and contract employees very rapidly. AlertNIH gives NIH the ability to broadcast messages to all employees or selected audiences more efficiently than mass communication methods already in place. Alerts can be received on voice or text devices.
7/16/2012
ITAS now requires smart card login — Try logging in with your HHS ID Badge and PIN today!
If you are an ITAS user, you are now required to use your HHS ID Badge (PIV card) and six, seven, or eight digit PIN to log in to ITAS. Make sure you and your badge are ready! If you need to reset your PIN, you can do so at a Lifecycle Workstation (LWS). Find an LWS near you at this site: LWS List. The gold chip on your badge contains the digital certificates that verify your identity when logging in. If these certificates are expired, you will not be able to log in. Notices are sent from "HHSIdentity" when your certificates are within 42 days of expiration. For more information about renewing your digital certificates and smart card login, please reference the Get Smart Card Ready Guides. For assistance logging in, contact the NIH IT Service Desk at 301-496-4357.
7/11/2012
NIH Field Day — Thursday, July 19
The event will be from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on the Building 31 Patio. There will be a variety of individual and team events including tug of war, volleyball, an obstacle course and more. For more information about Field Day and to register, please contact Kanika Richardson.
7/11/2012
R&W Shipping Service
Every Tuesday, from 10am – 1pm, in the Bldg. 31A Lobby, International Shipmasters offers mailing and moving services to the NIH community. Avoid the hassle of dealing with the lines at local mailing facilities or with inexperienced moving companies. For more info call 301-881-3999 or 240-483-5186.
7/5/2012
'Feds Feed Families' Food Drive
Feds Feed Families collection boxes will be available at 13 donation sites on the main campus and 21 nearby sites for the months of June, July, and August. Donations can be made daily at these locations. There will also be opportunities to donate at "Fill the Truck" events during the months of July and August. For more information, contact Corey Welcher.
7/5/2012
Join the Wellness NIH Listserv
Are you interested in finding out information about upcoming fitness and wellness related activities, healthy nutrition tips, health related advice? Join the Wellness NIH website Listserv at https://list.nih.gov/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A0=wellnessnih. For more information, contact Chris Gaines, at 301-451-3631.
7/5/2012
Graduate & Professional School Fair Scheduled — Friday, July 20
The Office of Intramural Training & Education invites summer interns and postbacs to the Fair at the Natcher Conference Center and Lister Hill Auditorium from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Exhibits will be open from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. More than 100 outstanding colleges and universities will send representatives from their graduate schools, medical and dental schools, schools of public health and other biomedical programs.
7/2/2012
Mobile Mammography Screening — July through December
The George Washington University Breast Care Center will be conducting mammograms at various locations. To make an appointment call 202-741-3252.
7/2/2012
NIH Operating Status
During weather emergencies, see the OPM Web site for current information about the operating status of federal executive agencies inside the Washington Capital Beltway.
6/26/2012
Going Green at NIH - Get Involved
The NIH Environmental Management System (NEMS) Web site is a great source of information about "Going Green." There is a Listserv for discussing ways to recycle, reuse, reduce, conserve energy, promote conservation of resources, and "free-cycling" unused supplies. Join the GREENSERVE environmental forum.
6/26/2012
Blood Donations Needed
The NIH Blood Bank urgently needs types O+, O- and A+ blood donations. African American whole blood donors urgently needed to support patients with sickle cell disease. These patients have made antibodies, so that only very closely matched donors can be used. Please call 301-496-1048 to schedule an appointment or simply walk-in from 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday – Friday.
6/25/2012
NIH 2012 LGBT Pride Month Program — Friday, June 29
The panel discussion "Out of the Closet and into the Lab," focusing on workplace issues for and about LGBT research, medical, and administrative professionals, will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in Lipsett Amphitheater (CC.) For more information, contact Kay Johnson at 301-402-3681.
6/22/2012
NIH Parents
NIH Parents is an interactive e-mail list, managed through the NIH LISTSERV facility, that makes it easy for you to ask for and share information about child care and parenting issues with other NIH parents.
6/22/2012
Child Care Resource & Referral Service
Do you need help finding quality child care? NIH employees have free unlimited access to the NIH Child Care Resource & Referral Service.
6/14/2012
Cholesterol and Glucose Screening
Low-cost cholesterol and blood sugar screenings are available from the ORS DOHS Occupational Medical Service.
6/14/2012
Renewal of Parking Permits
NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "K-L" will expire on June 30, 2012. You may use the new online feature or go to the parking office in Bldg. 31/B3B04. For more information see the ORS parking information Web page or contact them at 301-496-5050.
6/12/2012
ITAS will require smart card login starting on Monday, July 2 — Try logging in with your HHS ID Badge and PIN today!
If you are an ITAS user, you will be required to use your HHS ID Badge (PIV card) and six, seven, or eight digit PIN to log in to ITAS starting on Monday, July 2. Make sure you and your badge are ready! If you need to reset your PIN, you can do so at a Lifecycle Workstation (LWS). Find an LWS near you at this site: LWS List. The gold chip on your badge contains the digital certificates that verify your identity when logging in. If these certificates are expired, you will not be able to log in. Notices are sent from "HHSIdentity" when your certificates are within 42 days of expiration. For more information about renewing your digital certificates and smart card login, please reference the Get Smart Card Ready Guides. For assistance logging in, contact the NIH IT Service Desk at 301-496-4357.
6/6/2012
Time to test your HHS ID Badge and PIN — ITAS login will require the badge and PIN as of Monday, June 18
Have you tested your ID badge lately? If you use ITAS, you’ll need a fully functioning HHS ID badge to access ITAS, so it’s recommended that you test it now. Should you have trouble logging in, or you need to reset your password or update your digital certificates, visit the DPSAC web site for a directory of Lifecycle Workstation Operators who can reset your PIN and renew certificates. For more information, see the Quick Reference Guide: What You Need to Log in with Your HHS ID Badge or contact the HSPD-12 Program Office.
6/6/2012
Farmers Market and Upper Crust Bakery at NIH through October
The farmer’s market will be held from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm on the Bldg. 31A patio AND from 10:00 am – 2 pm in front of the Neuroscience Center at 6001 Executive Blvd. Licking Creek Bend Farm from Needmore, PA, will be at both locations and Upper Crust Bakery from Colesville, MD. will be at Bldg. 31 every Tuesday thru October.
6/4/2012
Health Disparities Seminar Series — Thursday, June 21
Dr. Alex Ortega will present "Innovations in Multi-Level Intervention Research in Latino Communities: Data needs for replication and process implementation" from 2:00-3:30 pm in Natcher Conference Center, Balcony A (Bldg. 45).
6/1/2012
5th Annual "A Taste of the Caribbean" — Thursday, June 14
Join us on the Bldg. 31 patio from 11:30 am - 2:00 pm in observance of Caribbean American Heritage Month. Popular Caribbean dishes will be available from local vendors.
6/1/2012
Submit your 2012 NIH Research Festival Poster — deadline extended to Friday, June 8
To submit a poster abstract, see the web site. Accepted applicants will be notified via email this summer. For more information, contact Jacqueline Roberts at 301-594-6747.
5/31/2012
Hurricane Season is Approaching — Be Prepared
The week of May 27 through June 2 is National Hurricane Preparedness Week. For additional information, visit , the DEPC Web site or FEMA’S Ready.gov campaign site.
5/29/2012
The NIH Farmers Market Returns to Bldg. 31 & NSC — Tuesday, June 5
The market will resume from 10:30am - 1:30pm on the Bldg. 31A patio AND from 10am – 2pm in front of the Neuroscience Center at 6001 Executive Blvd. Licking Creek Bend Farm from Needmore, PA, will be at both locations and Upper Crust Bakery from Colesville, MD. will be at Bldg. 31 every Tuesday thru October.
5/24/2012
Want a new job at NIH?
Links to all NIH vacancies advertised by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) may be found on the NIH Jobs Web site.
5/24/2012
R&W Travel Portal
See great deals on cruises, hotels, rental cars, travel insurance and much more at http://www.recgov.org/vacations.
5/24/2012
Renewal of Parking Permits
NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "H-J" and for Satellite Parking permit holders will expire on May 31, 2011. For more information see the ORS parking information Web page or call 301-496-5050.
5/24/2012
Director's Bulletin Board — Book a Date to Have Your Posters Displayed
Posters are displayed one week prior to your program. Contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-1776 to reserve a date.
5/24/2012
Camp Fantastic BBQ Date Change — now on for Wednesday, June 13
Camp Fantastic provides quality programs for children living with cancer. Join us on the Bldg. 31 Patio from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, for an afternoon of good food, live music, dancing, games and more! Don’t forget to enter the door prize drawing for a chance to win lots of great prizes, and make sure to stop by and check out the special Silent Auction during the event. For more information call 301-496-6061.
5/24/2012
NIH Philharmonia Orchestra Concert — Saturday, June 9
The NIH Philharmonia Orchestra will present its final concert of the season on at 7:30pm at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church (917 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD). The concert "NIH Phil’s Fantasia" includes Toccata & Fugue in D minor, Bach; Sorcerer's Apprentice, Dukas; Peer Gynt Suite no. 1, Grieg; and Symphony no. 6, Beethoven. Tickets are free.
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