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The seminar is titled "Bacteria: Can’t live with ‘em, can’t live without ‘em" and will take place from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in Lister Hill Auditorium (Building 38A).

All NIH employees and contractors, including those designated as non-essential, should report to work as scheduled on Wednesday, December 24. For questions regarding this message, please contact the ORS Information Line at 301-594-6677.

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.

Links to all NIH vacancies advertised by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) may be found on the NIH Jobs website.

The series provides NIH Clinical Center staff with the opportunity to learn more about how the integration of various complementary and alternative medicine treatments can affect approaches into the research and practice of medicine. The lecture "Evidence-Based Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine" will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the CRC (Bldg 10), Lipsett Amphitheatre. More information about the Consult Service is located at http://nccam.nih.gov/consultservice/.

This seminar will identify the critical elements of goal setting and provide individuals with tools to strengthen their resolutions and clarify their objectives. It will be held in Bldg. 31, C Wing, 6th Floor, Conference Room 10, from Noon-1:00 p.m. To register for this free seminar, email the WLC or call 301-435-1619. The seminar will be Videocast.

The theme for this year's program is "Lessons from Inspiring Leaders, Remember! Celebrate! Act! Desire to Make a Difference." It will take place in Natcher Main Auditorium (Bldg. 45) from 11:00 a.m.-Noon.

The 2008 CFC pledge drive has been officially extended until January 31, 2009. There are over 4,000 charities to choose from in the Catalog of Caring, and giving at any level makes a difference.

During weather emergencies, see the OPM web site for current information about the operating status of federal executive agencies inside the Washington Capital Beltway.

Each year at this time, questions arise concerning the use of space heaters at the NIH. For more information concerning the selection and use of space heaters, please contact the Division of the Fire Marshal, ORS at 301-496-0487.

They are an all-volunteer orchestra, established with the goal to play orchestral music from all genres in free concerts open to the public. They are currently seeking enthusiastic new members familiar with orchestral playing. All interested musicians should contact info@nihphil.org. Membership is available to NIH employees as well as the surrounding community.

Off-Campus Parking Permits and for Contractors whose last names begin with "N-Z" will expire on December 31, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

Posters are displayed one week prior to your program. Contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-1776 to reserve a date.

The December 16 STEP lecture is titled Science in the Public Health, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: What are the Facts?, and will take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm in Building 38A/Lister Hill Auditorium.

Join us for the lecture "Lifestyle Approaches to Preventing the Leading Cause of Death: Heart Disease" seminar from 1-2pm at Rockledge One Cafeteria, 6705 Rockledge Dr., 4th floor. For more information about the series, see the web site.

Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic is a national nonprofit volunteer organization that provides recorded textbooks, and get many requests from future researchers for science-related books. Readers with expertise in the areas of Anatomy, Microbiology and Biochemistry are needed. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Kathryn Sparks at 202-244-8990.

An Open House will be held on Monday, Jan. 5, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. in Building 10, Room 2C116 (Medical Board Room). The FAES Course Catalog is available online from the FAES Home Page under the "Graduate School" heading. For more information, call 301-496-7976.

Please join the NIH Work/Life Center (WLC) for an enlightening session in our Healthy Living Seminar Series. This informative presentation will provide essential tips for navigating this lively party season with enthusiasm. It will be held from Noon-1:00pm, in Bldg. 31, C Wing, 6th Floor, Conf. Rm. 10. For more information, contact SignUp@wlcevents.com.

Dolores Arjona, is a fellow from Spain at NCI. Her younger sister Rocío, 24, studies biology and dreams of becoming a scientist some day but she has acute lymphoblastic leukemia, this is her second relapse. A matched donor is her best hope and there are only 3 months to find him/her. The NIH Marrow Donor Program is helping them. Together they are working to add donors to the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP). To join the NMDP registry please contact 301-496-0572 or visit the NIH Department of Transfusion Medicine, Building 10, blood donor registration desk. For more information, contact Dolores or Dave Morgan with the NIH Marrow Donor Program at 301-496-0572.

Celebrate the 2nd annual NIH "A Time for Diversity: Many People, Many Voices, One Mission" through a series of events featuring: "Science of Diversity" -- informal 30-minute briefings on the impact of diversity and health disparities on scientific research. The event will open with a panel discussion on "Leadership in Diversity: Retention, Respect, and Recruitment" and will take place in the Lipsett Auditorium from 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For more information contact: Dr. William Elwood at 301-435-1503.

Have you heard about the Clinical Center’s CFC Drawing? This year they have 19 themed baskets. You may purchase drawing tickets December 1-4, at various places in the Clinical Center. For more information, See the Web site.

The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium, Building 10. For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.

The NIH Philharmonia will be holding a free concert at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 917 Montrose Road, Rockville, Maryland. The concert "NIH Phil Goes to the Opera" includes favorite arias from operas by Puccini, Mozart and Catalani.

Drop off new, unwrapped toys and gifts (for ages 1-35) by Friday, December 12th, at: the NIH Police Department in Building 31C, B3B17 (Police Desk); Building 10, CRC North Lobby (Police Desk); NIH Fire Department, Building 51, Room 100. For more information, contact Lt. Lawrence Brown at 301-406-2387.

Warm up by the fire after a day of Wii-skiing and snowboarding at NCI’s Winter Wonderland. It will take place at at Executive Plaza North Conference Room C-F, from 11:30am - 1:30 pm.

The FY09 Supply Catalog is now available online.

The National Library of Medicine is offering curator-led tours of the exhibition, "Against the Odds: Making a Difference in Global Health" and the banner display, "Harry Potter’s World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine." From Noon-1:00pm, the curators of the 2 shows, Manon Parry and Elizabeth Bland, will be on hand to walk visitors through each display and answer questions. Tours will begin in the lobby of building 38. For more information call 301-594-1947.

"Tips for Surviving the Holidays." It will take place in Bldg. 31, 6th Floor, C Wing, Conf. Rm 10. from Noon–1:00 pm. This event is sponsored free of charge for NIH employees, contractors, fellows, and interns. Register early to confirm a space!

It’s time to update your TSP contributions for 2009. Employees can make an election to start, stop, or change the amount of contributions to the TSP at any time. For additional information and updates, visit the HHS web site.

The December 16 STEP lecture is titled "Science in the Public Health, Understanding the Human-Animal Bond: What Has Your Pet Done For You Lately?", and will take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm in Building 45/Natcher E1-E2.

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, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

In preparation for tax season, please take the time now to verify your home address and W-2 delivery options in myPay. The Post Office will not forward W2s.

Please join the NIH Work/Life Center (WLC) for an informative session as part of our Professional Learning Seminar Series. It takes place from noon-1:00pm, in Bldg. 50, Room 1227. For more information, contact the WLC at 301-435-1619.

The Federal Employees Health Benefits annual open season begins November 10 continues through December 8. There will be a Health Fair on Monday, November 24 from 10:00am – 2:00pm in Natcher Building (45) Atrium.

"Fostering Healthy Habits in Preschoolers" will be held from 12:15pm-1:15pm in Building 31/6C10. For more information, contact DATS at 301-402-8180. This event will be Videocast.

Join us for the NIH Wellness Lecture Series "Focus on You" seminar from 1-2pm at Rockledge One Cafeteria, 6705 Rockledge Dr., 4th floor. For more information about the series, see the web site.

The bazaar will offer a variety of vendors selling crafts, jewelry, clothes, and more. It will run from 10am-3pm in Bldg. 10 on the 3rd, 5th and 7th floor breezeways. This is a great opportunity to get some holiday shopping done while benefiting a great cause.

Are you interested in rock, ice, alpine, or aid/big wall climbing? A new club is starting at NIH -if you’re interested, contact Mike Mullendore.

Open Season begins November 10, 2008 and ends December 8, 2008. You are invited to attend the 2008 Federal Benefits Open Season Fair. Valuable information about medical, vision and dental benefits as well as premiums for 2009 will be available and various health insurance carriers will be on site to answer your questions. Representatives for the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program as well as FSAFEDS will be on hand.

The NIH Learning Management System (LMS), also known as the HHS Learning Portal, is now available as a one-stop-shop for all your training needs! The NIH LMS Team will host two information sessions. Learner Information Session: Nov. 13, 10am-11am in Lipsett Amphitheater (Building 10) and Manager/Supervisor Information Session: December 10, 2008, 2pm-3:00pm in Lipsett Amphitheater (Building 10). For more information, contact Marisa Sheelor at 301-594-2600.

Dr. Freeman Hrabowski, will present "Beating the Odds: Preparing Minorities for Research Careers in the Biomedical Sciences" at noon in Masur Auditorium. Dr. Hrabowski is President of UMBC and Co-Founder of the Meyerhoff Scholarship Program, which been hailed as one of the more successful programs for generating doctoral-level, minority research scientists.

Drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists are reminded to always exercise caution, especially when in and near the many crosswalks on campus. Tips on safety are available online.

Join the CIT Band from 11:30am to 1:00 pm at 10401 Fernwood Road. Enjoy live music, Wii video games, PlayStation games, and popular lunch vendors like Ledo Pizza, Hard Times Café, and Bean Bag. For more information, see the CFC Web site.

The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in Masur Auditorium, Building 10. The Quartet will perform Bartok Quartet #4 (1928.) For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.

"Best Practices for Managing & Enjoying the Toddler Years" will be held from noon-1:00pm in Building 31/6C10. For more information, contact DATS at 301-402-8180. This event will be Videocast.

The NIH’s new Transformative R01 Program (T-R01s) will allow highly creative, "out-of-the-box" projects to be supported. The T-R01 Program represents a High Risk/High Reward Demonstration Project in which novel approaches to peer review and program management are to be piloted. The application submission period is from December 29, 2008 to January 29, 2009.

NIH welcomes proposals for 2009 NIH Director's Pioneer Awards and New Innovator Awards. Both programs are part of the NIH Roadmap for Medical Research and support exceptionally creative scientists who take highly innovative, potentially high-impact approaches to major challenges in biomedical or behavioral research.

Each year at this time, questions arise concerning the use of space heaters at the NIH. For more information concerning the selection and use of space heaters, please contact the Division of the Fire Marshal, ORS at 301-496-0487.

Join us for this NIH Wellness Lecture from noon-1:30pm at the Neuroscience Conference Room C, 6001 Executive Blvd.For more information about the series, see the web site.

The schedule of dates and locations for employee flu vaccinations is now available at http://www.foiltheflu.nih.gov/. If you have questions about the influenza vaccine, call the Clinical Center Hospital Epidemiology Service, 301-496-2209.

NIH Policy regarding absence for voting is available on the NIH Human Capital Group site. Information about the Hatch Act and Federal Employees is also available online. For more information about the Hatch Act, see the OSC web site.

From 11:30 am - 12:30 pm in the Natcher Conference Center (Bldg. 45.) Jeffrey Henderson, MD, MPH will speak about the SANDS study, and Kevin Locke will perform the Hoop Dance as part of the interactive presentation. The presentation is 11:30 am - 12:30 pm in the Natcher Conference Center (Bldg. 45.) A poster session from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm will feature research of projects for the NARCH program. For more information, contact Dr. Jared Jobe at 301-435-0407.

The George Washington University Breast Care Center will be conducting mammograms from November 6 through December 4 at various locations. To make an appointment call 202-741-3252.

Come in costume to the CFC Halloween Party, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, on the Building 31 patio. Enjoy a discounted lunch provided by Hard Times and Chick Fil-A for $4, and Ben and Jerry treats for $2. Pick up free water and soda as long as they last.

Carpool Parking Permits will expire on October 31, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

Fright Night festivities include Halloween activities, a viewing of "Harry Potter’s World: Renaissance Science, History, and Magic," and a screening of the film "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" (Rated PG, 141 minutes). The fun begins at 5:00 pm in the Building 38 Lobby and the Lister Hill Auditorium. For more information, contact Erika Mills at 301-594-1947 or, or the Federal Relay, 1-800-877-8339.

Come to this tempting WLC seminar "Sugar Cravings or Sugar Blues" just in time for Halloween...the Candy Holiday...to learn about the 8 causes of cravings and the 10 steps for dealing with sugar cravings. It will take place in Natcher (Bldg. 45), Conference Room J from Noon–1:00 pm. This event is sponsored free of charge for NIH employees, contractors, fellows, and interns. Ample seating is available, but register early to confirm a space!

Identity theft can damage your credit and cost you countless hours and dollars in the effort to restore your good name. Learn how to protect yourself while banking, shopping, traveling and online. To reserve your seat and learn more about identity theft and how to prevent it, call 703-418-9360. The seminar will be take place from noon-1 pm in Bldg. 10, Rm. 2C116 (Near second floor cafeteria and stairwell by Lipsett Auditorium.)

Don't forget to officially schedule your "Use or Lose" annual leave no later than November 22, 2008. The 2008 leave year ends on January 3, 2009. Questions concerning "Use or Lose" leave should be directed to your Administrative Officer.

In response to the damage caused by Hurricanes Gustav and Ike, OPM has authorized the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) to begin distributing contributions made by cash or check to designated organizations supporting the relief efforts. A list of designated organizations is available. Contributions made by cash or check that are received and processed before November 18, 2008 will be distributed no later than November 21, 2008.

Griffin P. Rodgers, M.D. will present "Raising Awareness of Diabetes and the Role of Research in Prevention and Treatment" in the Lister Hill Auditorium, from 11 am - noon. For more information, contact Carlton M. Coleman on 301-496-2906 or use the Federal Relay (1-800-877-8339).

Complete course lists and descriptions are available on the web at http://training.cit.nih.gov. For questions, call 301-594-6248.

NIH Policy regarding absence for voting is available on the NIH Human Capital Group site. Information about the Hatch Act and Federal Employees is also available online. For more information about the Hatch Act, see the OSC web site.

The CRC (building 10) physical therapy staff are celebrating National Physical Therapy Month with a 1.5 mile group fitness walk around the CRC-Building 10. Meet near the CRC - Building 10 Information Desk - the walk begins at noon. For more information, contact Willie Ching, PT at 301-496-4733 or the Federal Relay (1-800-877-8339).

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available at Building 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf Rm 7, from 9:00 a.m. to noon to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

Registration for the 2008-2009 class has begun. The course will run from October 27, 2008 through March 17, 2009. The deadline for registering is Oct.17. Classes will be held on campus on Monday and Tuesday evenings from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. For more information, call 301-496-9425.

Join the NIH Work/Life Center (WLC) for the first program in our new "Financial Health" Seminar Series. "Making Your Dollars Work for You" will take place from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm in Bldg. 50, Room 1227. This event is sponsored free of charge for NIH employees, contractors, fellows, and interns. Seating is limited, so please register early! The seminar will be available on videocast. For more information, contact the WLC at 301-435-1619.

The NIH Training Center's FY09 Course Schedule is available online. For more information, call 301-496-6211.

The Mid-Atlantic Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) is a partnership between the NIH and 18 other leading higher education and research institutions in the region. The partnership’s first product is a comprehensive, easily accessible job bank featuring faculty, staff and administrative postings at institutions in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more information, contact Joslyn Kravitz at or Joan Schwartz.

Come watch your IC Director show his or her skill on the putting green (in front of Building 1 at 10:00 am) as he or she participates in the 3rd annual Director’s Challenge. This year's challenge is "NIH Directors Classic, Sink A Putt for CFC!"

The NIH Philharmonia will be holding a free concert at 7:30 p.m. This season’s opening concert “How Sweet It Is,” featuring music of Corigliano, Handel and Brahms will be held at the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 917 Montrose Road, Rockville, Maryland. See the Web site for this season’s concert schedule or contact Richard Siegel at 301-496-3761.

The 2008 CFC pledge drive has begun. See the list of coordinators to locate your representative. For more information, visit the Web site.

The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium, Building 10. The Quartet will perform Ravel Quartet in F (1903). For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.

Dr. Maria Morasso will present "Getting Involved: Our Families, Our Community, Our Nation" from 11:00 am - noon in Lister Hill Auditorium (Bldg 38A). Ethnic food sampling to follow.

The schedule of dates and locations for employee flu vaccinations is now available at http://www.foiltheflu.nih.gov/. If you have questions about the influenza vaccine, call the Clinical Center Hospital Epidemiology Service, 301-496-2209.

All are invited to enter the NIH Camera Club’s annual open photography competition at 6:00 pm. It will be held at the Classic Hyatt Residence, 8100 Connecticut Ave., Chevy Chase. The deadline for digital entries is Oct. 7. For more information contact mbodurka@verizon.net or visit the web site.

They are an all-volunteer orchestra, established with the goal to play orchestral music from all genres in free concerts open to the public. They are currently seeking enthusiastic new members familiar with orchestral playing. All interested musicians should contact info@nihphil.org. Membership is available to NIH employees as well as the surrounding community.

Pablo Mitchell, Ph.D. from, Oberlin College, will present "Locating Latinos: Medicine and the Borderlands of Citizenship" from 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm in Lister Hill Visitor's Center (Bldg 38A) .

Come and show your support and walk a way with some great seasonal produce. The market will be open on Tuesdays (in September and October) from 10:30am - 1:30pm on the Bldg. 31A Patio. Bring recycled or cloth bags (and extras for folks who forget!)

Don’t miss the NIH Combined Federal Campaign kick-off at 11:15 a.m. on the quad between buildings 31C and 33. On hand for the premiere of the campaign will be Humorist and cancer survivor, Roz Trieber, charity representatives, food vendors and musicians. For more information, contact nihcfc2008@mail.nih.gov.

The NIH Research Festival, the yearly showcase for the NIH Intramural Research program, will be held at the Clinical Center (Building 10) and the Natcher Conference Center. For more information, contact Paula Cohen at 301-402-4507.

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, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

A TSP representative will be available at Building 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf. Rm 10, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

Due to several surgeries and other procedures, the NIH Blood Bank inventory is very low. Our patients need your help today! Please call 301-496-1048 to schedule an appointment or simply walk-in from 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday – Friday.

Speakers will be on hand 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Natcher Building (Bldg 45) / Atrium and Balcony A & B. They will provide valuable information on a number of topics, such as exercise for busy people, alleviating stress with humor, Long Term Care Insurance, and High Deductable Health Plans. The FEHB plan representatives will also provide blood pressure screenings, Body Mass Index evaluations, and seated massages. Additionally, they will be available to answer questions about their health plans.

Please join the NIH Work/Life Center for an engaging seminar on finding ways to improve your overall health. Susan Mudd will present "Top 10 Strategies for Healthy Living!" from noon—1:30pm in Bldg. 1, Wilson Hall. The seminars will be VideoCast. For more information, contact Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619.

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.

The White House announced a strict policy concerning contacts between federal employees acting in their official capacities and representatives of the presidential campaign committees. A summaryof the restrictions applicable to most employees is available online.

The Work Life Center will present a lunchtime seminar on how to get started with breastfeeding, from noon to 1 pm in Building 31, 6th floor C wing, room 7. To learn more about the class and the NIH Lactation Program, visit the website or contact Jane Balkam, the Lactation Consultant at 301 435-7850.

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available at Building 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf Rm 8, from 9:00 am to noon to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

A free IT Expo will be held in the Clinical Center, Building 10 (3rd and 5th floors)- from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Over 20 companies will be on hand displaying the latest in technology products and services available to aid NIH personnel in achieving their various missions.

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available at Building 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf Rm 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

Grab your co-worker and your lunch and join us for a free, informative discussion concerning age-specific parenting issues. Fred Evans will present "High School" from noon—1:00pm in Bldg. 50/Room 1227. The seminars will be VideoCast. For more information, contact DATS at 301-402-8180.

The George Washington University Breast Care Center will be conducting mammograms at several NIH locations this fall. To make an appointment, call 202-741-3252 and leave a message. The GWU Breast Care Center will call you back and schedule your appointment.

Grab your co-worker and your lunch and join us for a free, informative discussion concerning age-specific parenting issues. Hazel Osborn will present "Middle School" from noon-1:00pm in Bldg. 50/Room 1227. The seminars will be VideoCast. For more information, contact DATS at 301-402-8180.

The Work Life Center will present a lunchtime seminar on breastfeeding and return to work, from noon to 1 pm in Building 31, 6th floor A wing, room 2. To learn more about the class and the NIH Lactation Program, visit the website or contact Jane Balkam, the Lactation Consultant at 301 435-7850.

STEP offerings are open to NIH extramural staff at all grade levels and in all job categories. Sessions do not require advance registration and will be carried live on NIH VideoCast. For more information, call 301-594-1454. To submit questions before and during any forum, e-mail: STEP@OD.NIH.GOV.

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 8-11 am. Purchase a screening ticket at any R&W store. This is a fasting test.

Grab your co-worker and your lunch and join us for a free, informative discussion concerning age-specific parenting issues. Sue Cohen will present "Preschool through Grade School" from noon—1:00pm in Bldg. 50/Room 1227. The seminars will be VideoCast. For more information, contact DATS at 301-402-8180.

The NIH Director's Pioneer Award program — a key component of the NIH Roadmap for Medical Research — supports exceptionally creative scientists who take highly innovative, and potentially transformative, approaches to major challenges in biomedical research.

It's time to start gathering your team, pick a team name and begin training for this year's race. It is open to all Institutes, Centers, Divisions, and Contractors. For more information see the R&W web site.

Registration is now being accepted. The course runs Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m., from September 4, 2008 through April 23, 2009 in CC’s Lipsett Amphitheater (Building 10). Registration is open to all interested persons. Online registration is available on the course website. For additional information, call 301-435-6618.

On Saturday, August 23, the new NIH Gateway Center complex opened. It combines visitor parking, non-commercial vehicle inspection and visitor ID processing, all in one centralized location. More parking changes will take effect on September 2.

An IT Technology Expo will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the Natcher Conference Center Atrium area. All are invited to attend this free event. For more information, contact Bob Jeffers at (800) 878-2940, x226.

A workshop on Vasculopathy in Sickle Cell Disease will be held in the Natcher Conference Center on August 27-28. For more information, contact Sue Dilli at (443) 451-7252.

Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Service Day – August 21 An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available at Building 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf Rm 7, from 9:00 a.m. to noon to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "O-R" will expire on August 31, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

The event will be held in front of Building 1 from 10am to 2pm. Grilled hot dogs, chips, soda and ice cream will be available. Free child identification kits will be available, while supplies last. For more information, contact the NIH Community Policing Coordinator John Ritch at 301-496-3020.

The NIH Director's Pioneer Award program -- a key component of the NIH Roadmap for Medical Research -- supports exceptionally creative scientists who take highly innovative, and potentially transformative, approaches to major challenges in biomedical research.

Movies will be shown from Friday, August 15th through Sunday, August 24th on the grounds of Strathmore Hall next to the Grosvenor Metro. For more information, see www.filmfestnih.org.

It's time to start gathering your team, pick a team name and begin training for this year's race. It is open to all Institutes, Centers, Divisions, and Contractors. For more information see the R&W web site.

Registration is now being accepted. The course runs Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m., from September 4, 2008 through April 23, 2009 in CC’s Lipsett Amphitheater (Building 10). Registration is open to all interested persons. Online registration is available on the course website. For additional information, call 301-435-6618.

The 2008 NIH Research Festival will be held October 14-17, 2008. The Committee is now accepting submissions of poster abstracts online through August 5, 2008, by all NIH investigators and Bethesda FDA/CBER investigators. For more information, contact Paula Cohen.

The NIH Sailing Association will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Selby Bay Sailing Center in Mayo, Maryland. There will be demonstration sails for adults in the club’s 19-ft. Flying Scot sailboats. Fall sailing classes begin Aug. 20; this is a good chance to preview the boats and meet the members.

Complete course lists and descriptions are available on the web at http://training.cit.nih.gov. For questions, call 301-594-6248.

Please join the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management in Building 1, Wilson Hall from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Dr. Vivian W. Pinn, will discuss The NIH Working Group on Women in Biomedical Careers."

All volunteer blood and platelet donors may enter a raffle to win $25.00 gas cards this summer. Call 301-496-1048 for blood donation and 301-496-4321 for platelet donation.

NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "M-N" will expire on July 31, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available at Building 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf Rm 7, from 9:00 a.m. to noon to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

All employees are invited to the 2008 NIH Director's Awards ceremony at 1:00 p.m. in the Natcher Bldg. For more information, contact Tammy McClure at 301-402-8676.

ORS has established a new Listserv. It will enable subscribers to receive News and Updates to their e-mail accounts and blackberries. Information will include: Availability of parking spaces at major lots and garages on the NIH Campus; Status of shuttle due to traffic, weather, etc.; and Information pertaining to Commuter Information, NIH Transhare Program, Special Events, Road Closures. For more information, contact Michelle Mejia at 301-402-8180.

Epidemiologists from the Office of Population Genomics, NHGRI, will be presenting topics in epidemiology in this one-day short course on July 18, from 8:00am to 5:00 pm, in Natcher Auditorium (building 45, NIH campus). The course will cover the basic principles and potential pitfalls of epidemiology as applied to human genomic research. For more information, contact Lisa J. McNeil at 301-451-9991 or logon to the SharePoint site using NIH/yourlogin and your logon password.

This NIH Lactation Program class will be held from noon – 1:00 pm in Bldg. 31, 6C, room 7. To learn more about the NIH Lactation Program and to sign up for the class, see the web site, or contact Jane Balkam at 301 435-7850.

The Schedule of Classes is now available at the FAES Bookstore in Building 10, Room B1-L-101 and in the lobby of Building 60. Registration by mail will be accepted until August 22, the Open House for Fall Registration will be on August 26 at 9101 Old Georgetown Road and Walk-in registration will begin on September 2. For more information, call 301-496-7976.

A free film festival designed to promote public understanding of science, health, and medicine. 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.

The R&W will be offering a Free Vision Screening by appointment, in Bldg. 31, Room 6C9 on July 8 for a Glaucoma Screening and July 10 for a Vision Acuity Screening. To sign up for an appointment and for more information, contact Julie Harris.

The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management and Salutaris (the NIH Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Employees' Forum) present "Same-sex marriage: Public rhetoric, public opinion and public health" – a panel discussion. It will take place from noon until 1 p.m. in the Natcher Conference Center, Building 45, Balcony A. Webcasting is being provided for this event. http://videocast.nih.gov/ For more information, contact Nic D’Ascoli at 301-594-5458.

The NIH Listserv web site has email lists for a wide variety of interests. 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.

NIH urgently needs African Americans to donate blood for patients with sickle cell disease who are participating in clinical research studies at the NIH Clinical Center. If you are in good health and want to help, please call the blood bank at the NIH Clinical Center, 301-496-1048.

Jennifer Alfonso will present "Coaching for High Quality Performance" in Bldg. 45, C1/C2 from Noon - 1:00 p.m. To register, contact the Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. The seminar will also be webcast.

The Caribbean Association of NIH and the R&W invite you to join us on the Bldg. 31 patio from 11:30 am - 2:00 pm for "A Taste of the Caribbean." For more information, contact Chris Jones 301-496-9692.

The 10th anniversary NIH IntraMall Summer Showcase will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Clinical Research Center on the 3rd- and 5th-fl. pedestrian bridges. The event will display the award-winning IntraMall electronic purchasing system designed exclusively for NIH to simplify purchasing. Register for the event and the free lunch online.

Irving L. Weissman, M.D. will present "Normal and Neoplastic Stem Cells" from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in Bldg. 10, Masur Auditorium. This event will be webcast.

Mary Sweeney will present "A Good Nursing Home: Evaluating and Understanding Care" in Bldg. 45, Room D from Noon - 1:00 p.m. To register, contact the Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. The seminar will also be webcast.

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available in Building 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conference Room 7, from 9:00 a.m. to noon to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

The 2008 NIH Research Festival will be held October 14-17, 2008. The Committee is now accepting submissions of poster abstracts online through August 5, 2008, by all NIH investigators and Bethesda FDA/CBER investigators. For more information, contact Paula Cohen or Amy Blackburn.

This NIH Lactation Program class will be held from noon – 1:00 pm in Bldg. 31, 6C, room 7. To learn more about the NIH Lactation Program and to sign up for the class, see the web site, or contact Jane Balkam at 301 435-7850.

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 8-11 am. Purchase a screening ticket at any R&W store. This is a fasting test.

"An Evening of Classics" will be begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Figge Theater at Georgetown Preparatory School, 10900 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852. For more information, please visit the orchestra's web site or call Harold Seifried at 301-496-8573 or 301-594-7657.

This month's lecture is a discussion of Climate Change and Carbon Offsets, and will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in Bldg. 45 (Natcher.) It will also be available on Videocast.

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available at Building 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf Rm 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

The NIH administrative training committee invites NIH staff to submit nominations for the NIH Administrative Intern Programs’ awards. Nominations are due by COB June 30 and must be submitted electronically to internawards@mail.nih.gov. For more information, Log onto the NIH portal (my.nih.gov). Look in the training and professional development folder under the Human Resources tab.

One of the worst earthquakes in decades struck central China on May 12, killing many thousands of people and causing heavy damage. The Chinese Students and Scholars Association of NIH is calling upon the community for donations for disaster relief. A web page has been established so that donations can be accepted from the Greater D.C. Chinese Students and Scholars Associations. All donations and proceeds will be sent directly to the Red Cross Society of China.

NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "K-L" will expire on June 30, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

Links to all NIH vacancies advertised by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) may be found on the NIH Jobs website.

The annual Camp Fantastic Barbecue - to raise money and awareness for Camp Fantastic (a camp for children with cancer) - will be held on the Bldg. 31 patio. Tickets will be available at any of the R&W gift shops. For more information, contact the R&W at 301-496-6061.

The group meets every Friday from 12-1 pm in Bldg 38 (NLM) Conference Room B and is open to both interested employees and contractors. For more information, see the web site or contact either Hannah Tang at 301-496-6595 or Crystal Smith at 301-496-9225.

The George Washington University Breast Care Center will be conducting mammograms at several NIH locations. To make an appointment, call 202-741-3252 and leave a message. The GWU Breast Care Center will call you back and schedule your appointment.For non-medical questions regarding the program please contact theR&W at 301-496-6061.

Looking for some spirited tennis competition? The NIH/HHS interagency tennis team is looking for advanced (NTRP of 4.0 or higher) players to join us for the 2008 season, which runs from May through July. For more information, contact Jenny Strasburger, 301-594-8901, or Jerry McLaughlin 301-402-6626.

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, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management (OEODM) begins its 2008 seminar series with a presentation by Dr. Christopher Metzler titled "Leading with Diversity and Inclusion". It will take place in Wilson Hall, Bldg.1, from 11 a.m. to noon. For more information, contact OEODM at 301-451-0478.

This seminar is designed to introduce you to the important aspects of your relationship with your boss and how to maximize your ability to be effective. It will be held in Bldg. 31/6C, Room 7 from noon – 1:00 pm. To register, contact the Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. The seminar will also be webcast.

NIMH and the Work/Life Center are offering free, confidential depression screening from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact Sophia Glezos Voit at (301) 443-4533.

Christina Giallourakis will present this seminar about how to plan your shopping trip so you can make successful and sensible food choices. It will be held in Bldg. 45 (Natcher), Room D, from noon – 1:00 pm. To register, contact the Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. The seminar will also be webcast.

The NIH Office of Human Resources will hold the seminars in Natcher Auditorium (Building 45). Registration is not required.

NIH will premier its first annual Yoga Week,Exploring the Science and Practice of Yoga. Participants will learn about the benefits of yoga and experience them first-hand through stretching and practice. For more information, contact Rachel Permuth-Levine.

The NIH visiting fellows committee invites all NIH fellows to participate in the 5th International Opportunities Expo at the Natcher Conference Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit the web site.

Richard Nakamura, Ph.D., will present "Leadership, Diversity, Harmony: Gateway to Success in Science" from 11:00 am-12:00 p.m. in Building 1, Wilson Hall. For more information, contact Tyrone Banks at 301-451-0748.

The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium, Building 10. For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.

Celebrate with the NIH Bicycle Commuter Club and the NIH Fitness Center from 7:00 to 9:30 a.m. on the Paul Rogers Plaza in front of Bldg. 1.

This month's lecture is titled "National Children’s Study: Exploring Environmental Impacts on Children’s Health and Development". It will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in Bldg. 45 (Natcher.) It will also be available on Videocast.

The NIH Philharmonia will be holding a free concert at 7:30 p.m. They will be performing Beethoven's Symphony no. 9 "Choral." The concert will be held at the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 917 Montrose Road, Rockville, Maryland.

The day will include K-9 demonstrations, a cookout, and various other activities and demonstrations and will be celebrated from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on the front lawn of Building 1. For more information, contact Lieutenant Lawrence Brown, Jr. at 301-496-7937.

NIH APAO will present cultural exhibits and Asian food vendors on the Building 31A patio from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm. For more information, call Donna Wells at (301) 496-5248.

The Festival will be held in the tents on Parking Lot 10-H, just south of the NIH Clinical Center. It will include a Vendor/Equipment Show, Postbac Posters and Clinical Research Training Program (CRTP) Posters. For more information, contact the ORS Information Line or 301-594-6677, TTY 301-435-1908.

The Festival, organized to showcase the resources and research at the NIH that focus on child health and parenting, will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the Building 50 Conference Area. For more information, please call 301-402-8180.

National Women's Health Week is a nationwide event to encourage women to make their health a top priority and take simple steps for a longer, healthier and happier life. Several events will take place on the NIH campus. For more information call 800-994-9662 (TTY: 888-220-5446).

A workshop on Vasculopathy in Sickle Cell Disease will be held in the Natcher Conference Center on August 27-28. Abstract submission will be open in May. For more information, contact Sue Dilli at (443) 451-7252.

Community partnerships will be the featured topic of the first in a series of planned workshops. It will take place from 8:00 am – 4:35 pm in the Natcher Conference Center (Bldg. 45). For more information, contact Dr. Donna Jo McCloskey.

On April 21, 2008 the new site went “live” to keep NIH up to date on the implementation of a 2004 Presidential directive mandating all Federal agencies to use a common ID badge. The new badge will replace the NIH badge currently used by all NIH employees and contractors and is part of a comprehensive Personal Identity Verification process to protect Federal buildings, property, individuals, IT systems and data.

The NIH Blood Bank is in need of platelet blood donors. We have patients in the hospital now who need your help. Please contact the Platelet Apheresis Donor Program Coordinator at (301) 496-4321.

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.

The May STEP lecture is titled Culture Matters in Research: Ignore at Your Peril!, and will take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm in Lister Hill Auditorium (Bldg 38A).

Scheduled from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in front of Building One, the event will include exhibitors promoting various services and programs related to environmental protection and preservation. Food will be available for purchase on-site from the Potomac Pizza and Chick-fil-A.

Presentations about commuting to NIH by bike will take place from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in Building 31, Conference Room 6. For more information, contact Joe Cox at 301-496-5050 or Jenny Haliski (NIHBCC) at 301-594-5789.

Learn strategies for coping with and preventing burnout in this seminar by Eliane Herdani. It will be held in Building 50, Room 1328/1334 from noon – 1:00 pm. To register, contact the Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. The seminar will also be webcast.

The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium, Building 10. For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.

Attend this motivating seminar by Cathy Moxley, author of "The Busy Mom’s Ultimate Fitness Guide," in Building 45 F1/F2 from noon – 1:00 pm. To register, contact the Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. The seminar will also be webcast.

NIH director Dr. Elias Zerhouni will host the annual ceremony from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in Lipsett Amphitheater, Bldg. 10. For more information about the plain language initiative, visit the web site.

This is the first in a series of workshops to discuss and share best practices and ways researchers can partner with community health care providers to translate clinical research into practice. Registration is requested by Apr. 28 and the workshop is on Friday, May 9 from 8:00-to 4:35, in Natcher Auditorium.

This year’s National Day of Prayer will be observed from 11:30-1:00 on the lawn in front of Bldg. 1, near the flagpole. The observance invites all people of any faith to pray for the good of the country and its leaders.

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available at 6001 Executive Blvd., Conf Rm. D, from 9:00 a.m. to noon to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

Join other Federal agencies around the world in starting or continuing a physical activity that fits your lifestyle. For more information, see the Web site.

Join us in a non-competitive Walk or Fun Run! Online Registration is from April 7 to May 2. On May 6, Pre-walk/run yoga warm-up begins is from 9:00–10:00 am in front of Building One; Check-in is from 9:30-10:30 am and the walk begins at 11:00 am. Call 301-402-8180 for more information.

This week's STEP lecture is titled Global Warming: More Than Just Hot Air!, and will take place from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm in Natcher (Bldg 45), Room E1-E2.

This month's lecture is a discussion of natural products that lead to drug discoveries, and will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in Bldg. 45 (Natcher.) It will also be available on Videocast.

The NIH Child Care Board and ORS are sponsoring lunchtime seminars about parenting issues. The "Meaningful Communication with Your Teen" seminar will take place from 12-1pm in Building 31, 6th Floor, Room 10. For more information, contact Tonya Lee at 301-402-8180.

The NIH Child Care Board and ORS are sponsoring lunchtime seminars about parenting issues. The "Social and Emotional Development During the Preschool Years" seminar will take place from 12-1pm in Building 31, 6th Floor, Room 10. For more information, contact Tonya Lee at 301-402-8180.

The NIH Child Care Board and ORS are sponsoring lunchtime seminars about parenting issues. The "Taking Toddlers and Two’s to the Next Step" seminar will take place from 12-1pm in Building 31, 6th Floor, Room 10. For more information, contact Tonya Lee at 301-402-8180.

The NIH 9-Hole Golf League is seeking members for the 2008 season. The league is open only to R&W members (who may be non-employees). For more information, go to the league’s web site at or email John Hamill.

The 15th annual Fellows Award for Research Excellence (FARE) 2009 competition will again provide recognition for outstanding scientific research performed by intramural postdoctoral fellows. Fellows should submit their application (including abstract) electronically now through Apr. 14. For more information, contact your institute’s FelCom representatives.

This week's STEP lecture is titled Diagnosis in the 21st Century: Know Today or No Tomorrow? and will take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm in Lister Hill Auditorium (Bldg 38A).

The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium, Building 10. For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.

This seminar will take place from 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. in Building 45 Conference, Room B. To register, contact the NIH Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. It will be webcast.

This seminar will take place from 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. in Building 31, 6th floor, Room 10. To register, contact the NIH Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. It will be webcast.

Megan Robb will present the lecture "Art Therapy: A Vision into Our Internal World" from 11 am to noon in Building 1, Wilson Hall. For more information, contact Margarite Curtis-Farrell at 301-402-3663.

This month's lecture is about the role biofuels and will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in Bldg. 45 (Natcher.) It will also be available on Videocast.

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available in Bldg. Bldg. 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf Rm 7, from 9:00 a.m. to noon to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

The NIH is offering a one-day certification course for all personnel involved in the shipping of infectious substances, diagnostic specimens, biological specimens and dry ice classified as "dangerous goods." For more information, contact Kerstin Traum.

NIH will host educational and fun activities designed to let our children (ages 8-15) experience the world of biomedical research and public service. Information on activities and registration requirements will soon be available on the web site. For more information, contact Take-Your-Child-To-Work@nih.gov.

The NIH Blood Bank is in urgent need of group O blood donors. We have patients in the hospital now who need your help. If you are a donor with group O blood, please donate today by visiting the NIH Blood Bank located on the first floor of the Clinical Center. We are open from 7:30 AM until 5:30 PM. Call (301)496-1048 for an appointment.

The President's Challenge begins March 20, 2008 and runs for eight (8) weeks until May 15, 2008. Your objective will be to meet a daily physical activity goal of thirty (30) minutes a day, at least five (5) days a week, for at least six (6) weeks. Registration is now open and ends March 20, 2008. For more information, call 301-402-8180.

The March STEP lecture is titled Introverts/Extraverts: Some Assembly Required. Workplace Strategies for Maximizing Individual and Team Performance, and will take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm in Natcher (Bldg 45), Room E1-E2.

NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "E-G" will expire on March 31, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

This seminar will take place from 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. in Building 31, 6th floor, Room 10. To register, contact the NIH Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. It will be webcast.

The NIH Working Group on Women in Biomedical Careers will be holding a workshop "Best Practices for Sustaining Career Success" in the NIH Natcher Conference Center Auditorium. Register on-line, or contact Jennifer Pohlhaus at 301-402-1770 for more information.

During weather emergencies, see the OPM web site for current information about the operating status of federal executive agencies inside the Washington Capital Beltway.

The NIH Work/Life Center, located in Building 31/B2B47 offers resources for child/elder care as well as legal and financial resources. For more information, call 301-435-1619 or email them at wlc@od.nih.gov.

This seminar stress will take place from 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. in Building 1, 3rd floor, Wilson Hall. To register, contact the NIH Work/Life Center at 301-435-1619. This seminar will be webcast.

Presentations and information on Vanpools, Carpools and the Guaranteed Ride Home Program will take place from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., in Building 31, Conference Room 6. For more information, contact the Employee Transportation Service Office at 301-496-5050.

"A Lifetime of Biomedical Computing: A Conversation with Robert Ledley" will be held from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm in Lister Hill Auditorium, Building 38A.

This month's event "Green Office Renovations" is from noon to 1 p.m. in Bldg. 45 (Natcher).

An NIH Office of Human Resources FEHB representative will be available in Bldg. Bldg. 31/C Wing/6th Floor/Conf Rm 7, from 9:00 a.m. to noon to answer questions. For more information, contact OHR.

The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium, Building 10. For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.

Complete course lists and descriptions are available on the web at http://training.cit.nih.gov. For questions, call 301-594-6248.

Enhance your information retrieval with a free class from the NIH Library. Register now for February and March hands-on training. For details on all classes, visit http://nihlibrary.nih.gov/ResourceTraining/.

The DDM Management Seminar "Resiliency Strengths for Managing Non-Stop Change" will take place from 11 a.m. to noon in Masur Auditorium, Bldg. 10. No pre-registration is required and seminars are open to all. Videocasting and sign language are provided for each event. For more information, call the Office of Management at 301-496-3271.

This two-year program offers highly-motivated NIH employees an opportunity to rotate through different offices around NIH in order to explore different administrative fields, gain invaluable insight into the NIH, and change careers. For more information, contact Cheronn Collins.

Come meet representatives from the College Savings Plans of Maryland and hear about how your family can get a head start on College Savings. Stop by any of the four seminars that will be held in February and March. All presentations will begin at 11:30am. For more information, see the R&W Newsletter.

The National Library of Medicine will host two special exhibitions, in the lobby of the Lister Hill Center, Building 38A, from February 4 through February 29, 2008.

The February STEP lecture is titled Surviving Traumatic Injury: Improving the Odds, and will take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm in Lister Hill Auditorium (Bldg 38A).

NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "C-D" will expire on February 28, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

Let the NIH Work/Life Center (WLC) help you with your search for information about summer care for your children. Contact the WLC at 301-435-1618 or through the Federal Relay at 1-800-777-1720.

NIH Library provides locked carrels for use by researchers and staff. These secure mini-offices include: a desk; shelf and bulletin board; high-speed Internet connection; wireless capability; cell phone access; and a locking door. For more information, contact Reference & Information Services at 301-496-1080.

This service will allow you to reset your password without contacting the NIH Help Desk. It is the quickest and easiest way to reset your NIH password.

Employees are advised to regularly review their Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) to be certain the proper deductions are reflected.

If you are an NIH Federal employee and your total annual household income is less than $60,000, you may be eligible to participate in the NIH Child Care Subsidy Program.

The January STEP lecture is titled Drug Discovery – is Nature the Answer?, and will take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm in Natcher (Bldg 45), Room E1-E2.

2007 Nobel Laureate Dr. Oliver Smithies, will speak at the NHLBI Biomedicine Lecture Series at 11 a.m. in Masur Auditorium, Bldg. 10. The title of his talk is “Two Mouse Tales.” For more information, please contact Carol Sadler.

A listing of couses is now available. Register via the the learning portal.

The Recreation and Welfare Fitness Centers have a program to help you keep your New Year’s resolution to get fit and stay healthy. For more information, contact Sherrell Freeman.

Sessions are every Tuesday, 4:00-6:00 PM in the ground floor auditorium of Building 50. Check the web site for registration and course content.

Make a New Year's resolution to donate blood regularly at the NIH Blood Bank. There is an urgent need for Type O. Please bring a friend, walk-ins are always welcome. To donate, call 301-496-1048.

The Camera Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month (September-June) at 7 p.m. at the Classic Hyatt Residence. Joining the Camera Club is a great way to improve your photography and meet friendly people. The club is an R&W-sponsored organization. For more information, see the web site.

2007 Recreation and Welfare memberships expired as of December 31st. Take advantage of a full year of benefits by joining early in 2008.

The concert is free and begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Masur Auditorium, Building 10. For more information, contact Sharon Greenwell at 301-496-4713.

Applications are being accepted for the 2008-2009 NIH-Duke Training Program in Clinical Research. Information about coursework and tuition costs is available on the program web site. Forms are available in the Office of Clinical Research Training and Medical Education, Bldg. 10, Rm. B1L403 and the application deadline is March 1.

NIH General Parking Permits for on-campus employees whose last names begin with "A-B" will expire on January 31, 2008. For more information see the ORS parking information web page or call 301-496-6851.

The NIH 2008 theme is "Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off! It will take place in Lister Hill Auditorium, beginning at 10:30 a.m.