This week’s News and announcements include:
NEW Photo Studio Special Opening
NEW Power Outage Impact MCCS Ops
Register for Fire Warden Training
Facilities Seasonal Changeover
Child Seat Safety Events
Budget for Baby Class
Visiting Nurse Services
NEW Office Closures and Services Nonavailability
NEW Approved Outages and Closures
NEW MCCS Weekly Happenings
Photo Studio Special Opening
The Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Photo Studio will have a special opening for official military personnel file photos on a walk-in basis from 8 a.m. to noon, Nov. 21. The uniform is Service C (or Charlie). Service members should ensure to bring along valid height and weight form to participate in the special opening opportunity. Download the form at https://www.cherrypoint.marines.mil/COMMSTRAT. Contact Communication Strategy and Operations at 252-466-4241 for more information.
Power Outage to Impact MCCS Operations, Nov 22
Patrons should be aware that a scheduled power/electrical outage from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Nov. 22, will affect several Marine Corps Community Services facilities and operations. Services' availability is subject to the length of the power outage. The following services are affected: Devil Dog Gym (closed; 24/7 access resumes after power is restored); Library (closed); Mainside Pool (closed); Marine Dome (noon to 6 p.m.); Outdoor Connection (no propane service until power is restored); Public House (including Single Marine Program and recreation center, opens at 2 p.m.). Find more information at Cherry Point MCCS social media or https://cherrypoint.usmc-mccs.org.
Heating Changeover, in Progress
Facilities Maintenance personnel have begun the seasonal changeover from cooling to heating in all installation facilities that use steam. The process will likely take several days to accomplish, due to impacts related to the lapse in appropriations and members of the workforce being furloughed. For facilities that use the non-steam system, the changeover will be implemented after temperatures average below 70 degrees for more than one week. Contact the Service Helpdesk with questions at 466-4363 or 466-4364. Thank you for your patience as the team accomplishes this task.
Child Seat Safety Events
Did you know that an average of 46% of child 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., Dec. 2. National Child Passenger Safety certified technicians will be on hand and educational material will be available at the free events.
Fire Warden Training Availability
The last Fire Warden class for the year will be held 9-11 a.m., Dec. 16, 2025 at the Training and Education (T&E) Building 4335. Personnel designated as fire warden or assistant fire warden are required to attend the training class. Pre-registration is highly recommended. Supervisors can enroll their employees. Walk-ins will be allowed on a space-available basis. Contact the Training Department at 466-3835 or Fire Prevention Chief at 466-4008 for more information.
Budget for Baby Class
The next Budget for Baby® classes with open spots is 10 a.m., Dec. 19. 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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Regional Personnel Administration Center (RPAC) Cherry Point will be closed for section training, from 1-4:30 p.m. every Thursday. Direct questions to Master Sgt. Nilton Arrublatorres at 252-466-5782.
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The DMO will be closed Nov. 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The office will resume normal hours Monday, Dec.1.
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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/Electrical Outage:
- From 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Nov. 22, an electrical outage at F Street and Recreation Lane is required to investigate planned duct bank for Project 658. The outage will impact multiple facilities including Buildings 91, 100, 153, 162, 193, 194, 232, 287, 289, 298, 1281, 1475, 1513, 1691, 1702, 1747, 1748,1769, 3383, 3452, 3673, 3880, 3957, 4048, 4065, 4067, 4203, 4221, 4322, 4415, 4444, 4454, and 4875, and Trailers 4855 and 4951.
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Ongoing Outages/Closures:
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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.
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:
- Meet Santa Claus Nov. 28-29 when he arrives on a firetruck outside the MCX, then head inside for a photo. | More >
- Join us outside the MCX Dec. 4 for our annual Christmas Tree Lighting event. Enjoy entertainment, train rides, craft stations, hot chocolate and cookies, and a visit from Santa. | More >
- Trees for Troops returns to Cherry Point Dec. 5, with 425 live Christmas trees available, free to active duty and retiree families at Hancock Marina. | More >
- We've got five movies to choose from this week at the Two Rivers Theater. | More >
- Enter for a chance to win a 10-day trip for two to Normandy, Paris, and Belleau Wood – valued at up to $15,000 – now through the end of November. | More >
- Active-duty and reserve Marines, enter to win a USMC sword now through Nov. 30. Swords will be awarded specific to your rank and size. | More >
- Register by Dec. 2 for our next American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid course. | More >
- Write to Santa and return your letter to the Station Library by Dec. 6 to receive a personalized reply before Christmas. | More >
- Angel Tree: Beginning next week, pick up an angel off the tree at the MCX and purchase a gift for a child of a Cherry Point Marine or Sailor. | More >
- Check out our full calendar of events. | More >
*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