This week’s News and announcements include:
Navy Birthday Meal - October 8, 2025
Library Hours
Donate to Support ASBP
Service Members: Renew NC License Before Deploying
Mass Notification Test Update
Household Hazmat Collection Events
Child Seat Safety Event
Pharmacy Hours Change
Lost and Found Items
Chapel Support Services and Programs
Budget for Baby Class
Visiting Nurse Service
NEW Office Closures and Services Nonavailability
Approved Outages and Closures
NEW MCCS Weekly Happenings
Reminder | Respect Daily Colors Customs
Eagle Eyes: Watch • Report • Protect
Extra Opportunities
Navy Birthday Meal
Join us at the Mainside dining facility to celebrate on October 8, 2025, 10:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Review the entire menu here - Navy Birthday 2025.pdf
Library Hours
The MCAS Cherry Point Library will be operating under modified hours during the week and will be closed on Saturdays until further notice.
Updated Weekly Hours:
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Thursday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Saturday: Closed
Please note that STEM Saturdays and 3D printing services will be temporarily suspended and will resume once the shutdown concludes.
Upcoming Opportunities to Donate
Your support is needed from the Armed Services Blood Program which will hold blood drives from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oct. 21, at the Regional Personnel Administration Center, respectively. Due to world events, O and AB blood types are strongly needed, but all types can be donated. Please take the opportunity to donate during the scheduled event. Your donation will strengthen the supplies to troops downrange and the Naval Medical Center at Camp Lejeune. Learn more or book an appointment to donate by calling 910-777-1502.
Advisory | Urging Service Members to Renew NC License Before Deploying
Members of the U.S. Armed Forces or a reserve component of the U.S. Armed Forces may renew their North Carolina driver license in a driver license office before being deployed using the military designation. Taking advantage of the eligibility status can reduce potential issues an individual would experience if the license were to expire while deployed. Learn more at https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/offices-services/military/Pages/license-renewal.aspx.
Household Hazmat Free Collection Events
The Coastal Environmental Partnership will be offering free collection events in the local area for household hazardous waste, Oct. 11, 2025. For locations, dates, and times, go to www.cepnc.org or call 252-633-1564. For additional details, contact the Environmental Affairs Department at 466-3631.
Child Seat Safety Events
Did you know that an average of 46% of child seats — forward-facing, rear-facing and booster seats — are improperly installed or misused? Do you have the right safety seat for your child? Is your child's safety seat installed correctly? Get the confirmation you need to such answers at the upcoming Child Seat Check events being held at Fire Station No. 3, Building 4875, by Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Fire and Emergency Services from noon to 2 p.m., Nov. 18. National Child Passenger Safety certified technicians will be on hand and educational material will be available at the free events.
Pharmacy Hours Change
The hours of operation for the Pharmacy, Navy Health Clinic Cherry Point, have changed, effective as of Monday, Aug. 18. Patients must check in at the Pharmacy Kiosk and Q-Anywhere by 3:30 p.m. for same-day pickup. All prescription activations must be initiated by the queuing system. No Pharmacy services will be available after 4 p.m.
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found Property program is one of the many services offered by the Crime Prevention Section, Provost Marshal’s Office. If you have lost or misplaced an item somewhere at the air station, you can contact the PMO Lost and Found Custodian at 252-466-7014 to possibly recover lost property. The current inventory includes a wide variety of headphones and ear buds, cell phones, various electronics, keys, children's items, and watches. Inquirers should have the following information: Item’s make/model, serial number, color, identifying marks or characteristics, and where or when it was last seen.
Chapel Support Services and Programs
Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Chapel/Chaplaincy has a variety of offerings to support military families. Find more information at https://www.cherrypoint.marines.mil/Offices/Chapel/. Sign up with the Chapel at chpt.chapel.smb@usmc.mil, or call 466-4000. Get connected with or inquire about the one that’s right for you:
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Catholic Mass Service (11:45 a.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and First Friday; and 9 a.m., Sunday)
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Liturgical Protestant Service (9 a.m., Sunday), Fellowship Chapel
- Tiny Footprints Forever Support Group (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Wednesday, Monthly) – A support group for pregnancy and infant loss being launched with the assistance of Military Life Family Counselors, is here for devastating loss, offering care, hope, and empowerment, gathering at the Cherry Point Chapel.
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Boxing Fitness Workout (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Wednesday) – Learn boxing fundamentals, from a NASM certified trainer, to keep fit or get back into shape quickly, build mental toughness and grow in spiritual wellness.
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Together for Life (Oct. 16) – One-day workshop for couples planning to get married or newly married. Gain knowledge and develop skills to have an enduring relationship/partnership. Learn how to diffuse conflicts and communicate effectively with one another with various tools you will gain.
Budget for Baby Class
The next Budget for Baby® classes with open spots is 10 a.m., Nov. 14 and Nov. 21. Use the link to register for an upcoming 2025 class: https://forms.office.com/r/5NNRZTYfr7 or call 252-466-2031. Participants will receive a $50 gift card and handmade blanket at the end of the class. Eligible to those expecting or who have had a child within the past six months. The class is open to all ranks.
Visiting Nurse Services
Navy Marine Corps Relief Society offers the services of a free Visiting Nurse, who would be more than available to schedule appointments with expecting parents to do a range of services including home safety assessments and prenatal and postpartum feeding and care. Expecting parents who wish to be seen by the visiting nurse, should contact the NMCRS Office at 252-466-2031 for a referral form.
Office Closures and Service Nonavailability
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The Military Housing Office will open late, at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025.
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The Military Housing Office will close early at 11 a.m., Dec. 5, 2025. Normal hours of operation will resume Monday, Dec. 8.
Approved Outages and Closures
Power Outage:
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Oct. 4, 5 a.m. to 9 a.m., Vet Clinic, MCCS Troop Store, WC-70
Steam Outage:
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Oct. 4 from 6 a.m. to Oct. 5, 11 p.m., Mess Hall, Unaccompanied Housing, FRC East, Station, WC-84
Ongoing Outages/Closures:
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Since Feb. 11, 2025, through Oct. 28.: Sidewalks along Franklin Road & Woodside Drive – In the interest of safety to pedestrians, the sidewalks bordering the construction work at the location will be closed until completion of military construction project.
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Through April 28, 2028, a parking lot closure at Building 1669 will be in effect to supplement the demolition and reconstruction the facility.
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Utility Outage: From 7 a.m., Sept. 15, to April 28, a full utility outage is required at Buildings 3992 and 4522 for demolition operations regarding military construction Project 226.
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Road Closure: From 7 a.m., Sept. 15 to April 28, 2026, a partial road closure will be in effect along F Street from Building 4031 to 7th Avenue, and from 7th Avenue from Building 6042 to F Street to demolish Buildings 3992 and 4522 to complete work on military construction Project 226. the road will only be open to essential personnel during the timeframe.
Respect for Daily Colors Customs
Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point leaders remind the community that reveille and retreat, also known as Morning and Evening Colors is a daily, practiced tradition at the air station. During those moments, drivers and pedestrians are reminded to render the proper courtesies to the flag during the time of reveille at 8 a.m. and at retreat around sunset when driving or walking in the vicinity of the mast at Building 1, especially in the absence of a police vehicle. General guidance is, if driving or walking, stop until the final note sounds.
Advisory | Eagle Eyes Saves Lives … WATCH • REPORT • PROTECT
Recent world events remind us of the importance of being alert and vigilant to things happening around us. In any situation, it’s possible that you could be the first line of defense against malicious and harmful attacks on our loved ones, neighbors and community. It is important that you be prepared to say something if you observe something out of the ordinary. Know what to do or who to call if you see something that’s not right. Call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency. Report suspicious activity to the local PMO desk at 252-466-3616 / 3617 and Eagle Eyes: https://report.usmceagleeyes.org/eagleeyes/en/CreateReport/PersonReporting
MCCS Weekly Happenings
Follow MCCS at (https://www.facebook.com/mccschpt/) for more information and updates and to stay connected. This week’s updates include:
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Save the date for Rocktoberfest 2025. Watch for upcoming details on our website and social media. | More >
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Cherry Point Moms, enjoy an evening creating Halloween diamond art the Public House Friday, Oct. 3. Registration is required. | More >
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Artists of all ages, come out to the Station Library Friday evening, Oct. 3 to create a mini masterpiece. Artwork will be featured in a special gallery and reception Oct. 11. Registration is required. | More >
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Enjoy a free advance screening of “Roofman” at the Two Rivers Theater Saturday, Oct. 4. Doors open at 6:45 pm, movie starts at 7:30. | More >
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Take in a free showing of “Saw X” on the Public House big screen on Monday, Oct. 6. Open to all authorized patrons. | More >
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Explore strategies to avoid overspending for the holidays and throughout the year at a workshop Tuesday, Oct. 7. | More >
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Come out to the Public House for an evening of Halloween crafting Wednesday, Oct. 8. Open to all authorized patrons. Registration is required. | More >
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Paint your partner as a Pop character while learning each other's love language at the Public House Thursday, Oct. 9. | More >
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Celebrate the USMC's 250th birthday by swimming 250 laps at Mainside Pool between Oct. 10 and Nov. 10. | More >
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Registration is open for league cheerleading for kids ages 6 and up. Clinics begin in October. | More >
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League basketball registration for kids ages 7-14 is open. Sign up by Oct. 7 for early bird savings. | More >
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Check out our full calendar of events. | More >
MCCS Events and Activities
*Disclaimer: Items included below are from non-DoD sources and individuals can participate at their own discretion. Inclusion does not constitute endorsement by the DoD or the Marine Corps.
Hiring Event at NS Norfolk
Military Community Hiring Event at Naval Station Norfolk, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in the Vista Point Center, 1754 Massey Hughes Drive, Building Q-88, Norfolk, Virginia. This event is open to the entire military community, including service members, veterans, military spouses, dependents, National Guard and Reserve personnel, and DoD civilians. Local, statewide, national, and remote opportunities will be available across industries, including project management, logistics, healthcare, information technology, government, and more.