DFMWR Events magazine
DFMWR Employee Highlight Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation • Director, Mr. Dallas J. Petersen DFMWR Admin. Officer • Mrs. Liza Muñiz T. 787-707-3135 Business Operations Division • Chief: Mr. Jerome Hesby T. 787-707-3373, Bldg. 390, Suite 100 Community Recreation Division • Chief: Mr. Eric Hill • T. 787-707-3301 Bldg. 390, Suite 100 Child, Youth & School Services • Chief: Ms. Carmen Dieppa T. 787-707-3399 / 3598 Bldg. 1147, Coconut Grove Army Community Service • Chief: Mr. Rafael Gilestra T. 787-707-3292 / 3709 / 3804 Bldg. 390, Suite 101 Marketing, Advertising & Commercial Sponsorship • Marketing Coordinator and Editor: Ms. Grace Meinhofer • T. 787-707-3719 Bldg. 136, Miles Loop Street
Congratulations to Mariano Kieling, Child & Youth Program Assistant! Mr. Mariano completed the training requirement of the Army Thirteen Modules in the School Age Care. These modules are a selftraining program where Mr. Mariano had to demonstrate knowledge and competency working with children from Kinder up to fifth grade. This foundation training takes up to 18 months to complete and Mr. Kieling completed them in eleven months. Mr. Mariano Kieling has been working in the School Age Center since June 2011. He has a BA in English and experience working with children.
Since his first day, he demonstrated his professionalism working with parents, children, co-workers and administrative staff as well. Additionally to working in the SAC, he also provides support with the Preschoolers in the CDC and during weekends in the Yellow Ribbon Campaign. We are so proud of your accomplishments and your dedication towards our organization. We are fortunate to have Mr. Mariano Kieling as part of our CYSS Team!
By Carmen Hernández, CYSS Training & Curriculum Specialist
July 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine
What’s Hot in our Programs?
New Dream Makers Program The Dream Makers Program offers grants for down payments to first-time homebuyers of modest means who valiantly work to protect our Country’s national security. You don’t have to be a Pentagon Federal Credit Union member to benefit from Dream Makers, and you can apply the grant to a mortgage from any financial institution. How Do I Qualify? You’re eligible for a Dream Makers grant if: You’re Military (Active Duty, Reserve National Guard or Veteran), a Department of Defense employee or a Department of Homeland Security employee. You’re a first-time home buyer, or you have not owned a home for the last three years, or you have lost your home through divorce or disaster.
The gross annual income of all applicants used to qualify for mortgage is no more than the greater of: $55,000, or 80% of area median income, adjusted for family. What Steps Do I Take? Decide the amount of money you will contribute in down payment and closing costs to your mortgage financing. The minimum amount for you to contribute is $500. Dream Makers will match that three-to-one, up to our maximum of $5000. Estimate the size of your mortgage loan. Decide if the money you contribute, plus the Dream Makers grant, will be at least 3% of mortgage amount. You must put 3% down to qualify for the grant. Fill out Dream Makers application online https://www.penfed.org/PenFed-Foundation/
Living In The 80’s
Those of us that grew-up in the 80’s, are too young to be in the baby boomer/yuppie generations and too old to be in the gen-x generation. However during our time we experienced, we participated and defined more culture and sub-culture revolutions than any other generation. Our generation was more than seeing the end of the cold war, the invention of the Rubix Cube, Swatch Watches and Super Mario Brothers. What made our generation even more distinct from other generations was the music videos, the movies and most importantly the social attitudes. In the 80’s we witnessed the rise of punk rock, new wave music, nerds, stoners, preppies and the very beginning of MTV. We saw life and death in technology. Vinyl LP records were being replaced by CDs. VHS format video tapes won out over Beta format video tapes. Laser Disc movies were emerging. The home PC was on the rise. Home video games were starting to replace board games. And don’t forget that video killed the radio star. The amazing, but cool thing is that all those clothes we wore, all the music we listened to are all coming back. Those of us that lived in the 80’s, despite what our kids say, we are cool again. Source: Squidoo.com
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Army Community Service
The Army’s Official web site for military Families:
www.myarmyonesource.com
Natural dissaster preparednessCreating an emergency supply kit or “go bag” A ready-to-go supply kit, also commonly referred to as a “go bag,” will help your family leave home quickly in an emergency. The American Red Cross says that every emergency supply kit should have basic items: water, food, clothing, bedding, first-aid supplies, and tools. Keep your kits easily accessible in backpacks or other containers that aren’t too heavy to carry.
Family Advocacy Program (FAP) New Parent Support Morning Playgroup Tuesdays, July 10th & 24th, Bldg. 1140 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am Family Stress & Anger Management Thursday, July 12th and 26th at Bldg. 507 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm For information on FAP classes call FAP Educator at 787-707-3698 or e-mail: carmen.t.riverafontanez.civ@mail.mil For the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program, Victim Advocate Services, Transitional Compensation (TC) Program, and Family Advocacy Program related information please call Ms. Wilda Díaz, FAP Manager & SARC at 787-707-3709 or via e-mail: wilda.l.diaz.civ@mail.mil
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Include in them: Water. At least three days’ worth, one gallon per person per day. Food. At least three days’ worth of food that won’t spoil or go bad. Choose foods that don’t need cooking or refrigeration, such as peanut butter, dried fruits, energy bars, and canned meats and vegetables. Or buy the packaged and dehydrated foods used by campers, members of the military, and others. Clothing. At least three full days’ worth of clothing and footwear for each person in the family. Remember to include extra underwear and socks. Bedding. Sleeping bags or rolled blankets, stored near your supply kit. First-aid kit supplies. Prepare one for your home and one for your car. Check with your local Red Cross chapter or visit www.redcross.org to learn what should be included in a first-aid kit. Tools and supplies. A number of other items may also help in an emergency: • a battery-operated AM/FM radio and extra batteries • a flashlight and extra batteries or a wind-up flashlight • duct and reflector tape • plastic sheeting • various sizes of plastic bags that zip closed • water purification tablets • paper, pens, pencils, crayons, markers, and coloring paper • puzzles and games • local maps and a compass • a needle and thread • aluminum foil • matches • a can opener and bottle opener
You may also find it helpful to have some basic tools, such as pliers, a wrench, an ax, and a utility knife. Personal items. Basic toiletry items, such as toilet paper, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, feminine products, medications (two-week supply, if possible), extra eyeglasses, and contact lens solution. If you had time in an emergency, you would also want to grab a child’s favorite toy or security object, such as a blanket. Money. Include some cash, coins, and extra personal checks. Additional supplies for the car if you have one. These might include flares, booster cables, a shovel, a road atlas, a tire repair kit and pump, a thermal or an all-weather blanket, and a fire extinguisher (5lb., A-B-C type).
Maintaining your emergency supply kits Update your emergency supply kits once a year. Try making an “emergency kit cleanout day” an annual tradition. You’ll also want to update your kit whenever you have changes in a prescription or other essential items. Create a contents checklist. Date the list whenever changes have been made. Watch for government announcements about other supplies needed in times of specific threats. Go to the Web site for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), www.fema.gov, for more information. Remember, too, that the program that provided this publication has other helpful resources on preparing for and coping with disasters. There will always be events that you can’t fully anticipate or plan for. However, with careful preparation and practice, everyone in your Family will feel more capable and competent to deal with an emergency if it’s ever necessary.
July 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine
Army Community Service Employment Readiness Program (ERP) Classes in July 2012 • Navigating USAJOBS New Page and Announcement Analysis Federal Resume Hands on Seminar, Strategies for Writing a Winning Federal Resume, apply using the Fed Webs. Thursdays July 12th and July 19th, 9:00 am- 11:00 am at the Training Center Computer Lab, Bldg 511. • The most important sections of a Federal Resume – Learn how to include the Core Competencies in your Resume and Interview Skills. Participants will receive helpful suggestions for improvement. A computer will be available for each participant to work individually. Call to reserve your space. Thursday, July 26th, 9:00 am11:00 am at the Training Center Computer Lab, Bldg 507.
Photos above: Military Spouse as she shared her experiences with other participants. Right: CSM Derrick Simpson as he thanks the Military Spouses for their sacrifices. Photo at right: Participants as they listen to Ms. Teresa Rvera, FAP Educator.
To reserve your space and for more information call 787-707-3365.
Army Volunteer Corps (AVC)
• Ongoing Recruitment Efforts and Registration at myarmyonesource.com • Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS)
Do you want to give back to your community? Do you want to learn new skills? The benefits of volunteering are as individual as the people who volunteer. Army Volunteer Corps (AVC) Share your strength, be an Army Volunteer. Volunteering provides the opportunity to make a significant contribu- tion to our Installation, feel satisfaction, learn new skills, gain work experience, meet new friends, and have fun! Register to become a volunteer at
myarmylifetoo.com Call 787-707-3365 for more information.
Military Spouse’s Voice their Experiences during an event in their honor Army Community Service hosted a Special Event for Military Spouses in which a very enthusiastic group of attendees opened-up to share what Military life is about for them. The activity was opened with some words by CSM Derrick Simpson that represented the Garrison Commander. He expressed gratitude and highlighted the importance of Military Spouses within Army Readiness throughout history to present times. Ms. Teresa Rivera, FAP Educator, presented techniques to cope with stress and with the emotional burden of keeping up with day to day demands at home while their spouses are deployed. Mementos were given to participants. Ms. Lizmarie Jorge Alicea was inspired by comments at the activity, and wrote a very touching note which we share with our readers in this page. Enjoy!
Military Spouse
Being a Military Spouse is hard, but not impossible. As a Military Spouse, you represent the Spouse of the Nation. Some days are very difficult and disappointing, but the love for your Spouse and for the Nation it is inexplicable. I represent the wives of the American Nation. I am very proud to be part of the US Army as a Military Spouse. I love my husband and my Nation. Hooah! By: Lizmarie Jorge Alicea, Military Spouse who participated at the Military Spouse Recognition Event on May 31st 2012.
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Child, Youth & School Services ICYSmiles installed at Child Development Center Youth and School Services programs. Families at Fort Buchanan, PR are among the first in the Army to get their hands on the ICYSmiles video recording system, a new tool for military families to stay close to their far-away service members. On June 13th the system was installed at the Child Development Center. The ICYSmiles system – “I See Your Smiles” – gives family members another way to communicate with their service members. The touch screen technology is hightech but simple enough to use that even elementary school kids should have no problem making and sending messages to their loved ones. “This system will allow family members and friends to send up to three minute private video messages using the Army’s secure infrastructure to family and friends within the military and Army civilian community,” said Thomas Adderley, Functional Technology Specialist for CYS Services Fort Buchanan.
“Because Buchanan is a small post with few deployed service members, we will have to find creative ways to use the equipment.” “If a Soldier or Army civilian is TDY,” said Dieppa. “Their family member can send them a video as a morale boost, or the staff at CDC can make a video for a nervous new parent and send it to them at work. There are a lot of ways we can use this to support the Families and Soldiers.” “Anyone with an AKO account can receive one of these videos.” “This service grew directly out of the Army Family Covenant,” Adderley said. “It is intended to promote the morale of the Army’s Soldiers and Families by making it easier for separated families to stay in touch.” “While the system is installed at the Child Development Center, it is available to everyone, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists and Retirees,” said Carmen Dieppa, the Coordinator of Fort Buchanan’s Child,
“We also have the capability to record video elsewhere, upload and send it to anyone with an AKO address,” said Angel Viruet, of the Garrison Information Services Office. If you would like to record a video, ICYSMiles is available anytime the CDC is open on a first come-first served basis during regular hours at the Child Development Center, Bldg. 1000 (M-F, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm). You do not have to be registered with CYSS to use the system. By: Thomas Adderly
Unauthorized Child Care, What is the 10 hour child care limit policy? The 10 hour child care limit policy means that in government housing units, adults may watch other people’s children for up to 10 hours per week on a regular basis without being certified as a Family Child Care (FCC) provider. Children from the same family count as one child. This policy is intended to differentiate those who wish only to help out friends from those providing child care services in their quarters. There is a difference between watching children a few hours each week and providing child care services as a profession. The following procedures have been established and will be followed when identifying that unauthorized child care services have been provided in Government Housing Units at this Installation: • Child, Youth & School Services management personnel will visit the home within 3 working days to verify whether or not an individual is operating a Family Child Care home without a valid certification.
• If it is determined that child care services in excess of 10 hours per week has been provided, the individual providing care services will be informed in writing within two working days about the policy violation and will be immediately informed to cease child care services. • Parents of the children in care will be notified in writing of the status of the individual providing care services to their children and will be informed that the child care provider has been providing services without a valid certification. • When an individual who has been notified in writing for violating the Army FCC requirements and has not made any attempt to begin certification process (within 10 days of receipt of notice of violation), CYSS personnel will proceed to notify in (writing) the Installation Commander and the Fort Buchanan Housing Department about said violation. It has always been an Army Tradition to help one another. It is not-and never has been-the intent of Child, Youth & School Services to eliminate such
“good neighbor” favors. Short-term childcare is not an exception. When can I watch my friend’s children? When can I leave my children with a friend? • When attending a class. • When going shopping. • When having a doctor’s appointment. • When participating in recreational activities. • When taking a weekend trip or a vacation. • When going on occasional short field exercises. For more information about Unauthorized Child Care/10 Hour Child Care limit policy or if you would like to become a Family Child Care (FCC) provider you may contact Ms. Carmen M. Dieppa, CYSS Chief at 787-707-3399.
July 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine
Important Parent Central Service Notice:
Child, Youth & School Services
All current families enrolled in CYSS please be aware that during the summer months all records will be audited. If you have had a recent change of address, telephone number, update in household status or will be PCSing, please stop by out Parent Central Services office Bldg. 1145 in the Coconut Grove housing area to make the necessary changes. For questions and additional information please call 787-707-3787, or speak with your child/youth program manager.
CYSS Babysitting Course
Basketball & Speed Training Camp July 30th to August 3rd CYSS would like to invite all basketball players to enroll in the annual summer speed training basketball camp. The camp is designed to highlight and enhance the skills necessary to become a stronger team player on the court. The camp will focus on shooting mechanics, one on one moves, playing defense, ball handling, explosive first steps and much more. For additional information contact Ms. Munoz at 787-707-3466 or to register your child/youth between the ages of 7-18 please call the Parent Central Services office at 787-707-3787. CYSS records Registration at CYSS Central registration Bldg 1145 REGISTER NOW!! Call 787-707-3787.
4-H and Army Child, Youth and School Services is offering a two day babysitter course for youth currently in 9th to 12th grade. The two day course will be offered Monday and Tuesday July 23th & 24th from 8:30 am-12:00 pm at MSP building 1142. The course highlights topics of child development, home and fire safety family differences, food and nutrition, and child entertainment. The class will also teach the basics of First Aid, CPR and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The register for the course visit our Parent Central Services office in building 1145 Monday thru Friday in the coconut grove. For additional information please contact Ms. Carmen Hernandez at 787-707-3188 or Ms. De La Cruz at 787-707-3434.
CYSS PAC Meeting CALLING ALL PARENTS! Child, Youth and School Services is in search of parents who would like to participate in our quarterly Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meeting, on July 12th, 2012 at 5:00 pm at Bldg. 1000. During this time parents/ guardians are able to voice opinions, address concerns and ask questions to CYSS staff members.
SKIESUnlimited resumes in August Register now! Zumba:
from 3 to 11 years of age Mondays 9:30 am to 10:00 am
Kindertots:
from 1 ½ to 2 years of age Mondays 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm
Theater:
from 6 to 18 years of age Tuesday or Thursday 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Piano:
from 5 to 18 years of age Wednesday 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm or 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm individual classes available upon request
Guitar:
from 5 to 18 years of age Wednesday 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm or 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm individual classes available upon request
Tennis:
from 5 to 18 years of age Wednesday 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm or Saturday 10:00 am to 11:00 am and 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Karate:
from 5 to 18 years of age Monday and Friday 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm More information contact Ms. Betzaida Sanchez, Parent Central Service, Bldg. 1145 Ausubo St. Tel 787-707-3541 / 3787 Thank you to our sponsors for their contributions:
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What Are You Reading? New at the Library
What’s New at Your Library? Heritage Quest Online
Featured Books for Beatrix Potter’s Birthday
This online database is an essential collection of unique material for both genealogical and historical researchers, with coverage dating back to the late 1700s. To learn more about Heritage Quest Online visit or call the Post Library.
• The Tale of the Squirrel Nutkin • The Story of Miss Muppet • The Tale of Jemima Puddle Duck • The Tale of Peter Rabbit Written by Beatrix Potter
Consumer Health Complete This full text database covers topics such as aging, cancer, diabetes, drugs, & alcohol, fitness, nutrition & dietetics, children’s health, men & women’s health, and more.
Fort Buchanan Post Library celebrates Beatrix Potter’s Birthday and Independence Day with a display of various reading materials and DVDs available for check-out.
The NCO Journal
Customers’ first choice of new books and DVD selections, July 2nd, 10:00 am.
This magazine is published monthly and is filled with great stories and thought-provoking articles. Please stop by the Library and pick up your FREE copy.
Computer Orientations Featured DVD for Beatrix Potter’s Birthday
Miss Potter (PG)
Tuesday, July 31st at 5:30 pm.
Renee Zellweger stars as children’s author Beatrix Potter, the imaginative and independent woman who defied her society mother’s wishes, struggled to be published, and ultimately went on to become one of the most beloved authors of all time.
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Offered monthly to assist customers in accessing public computers and reference resources on different subjects at Fort Buchanan Post Library. Our next orientations will be held on Wednesday, July 18th at 10:00 am.
DVD Releases • JULY • Higher Ground/Blu-ray/Drama/Rated • Whistle Blower/Blu-ray/Drama/Rated R • The Vow/Blu-ray/Drama/Rated PG13 • W/E/Blu-ray/Drama/Rated R • Memorial Day/Action/Blu-ray • Young Adult/ Blu-ray/Comedy/Rated R • Wall-E/Bluray/Disney/Rated G • Contraband/Bluray/Action Thriller/Rated R • 7 Below/ Thriller/Rated R • The Sitter/Comedy/ Rated R • Afghan Luke/Action/Rated R • The Genesis Code/Drama/Parental Guidance • A Better Life/Drama/Blu-ray • Best Of World Cruises/Documentary • Judo by Hayward Nishioka Part 1/Documentary • Haywire/Action-Thriller/Rated R • Lion King 2:Simba’s Pride/Disney/Rated G • One For The Money/Comedy/Blu-ray/Rated PG • We Bought A Zoo/Comedy-Drama/Bluray/Rated G
Playaways
Available at the Fort Buchanan Post Library. Playaways are recorded books that are about the size of a credit card. Playaway books are portable and allow you to enjoy your favorite authors and titles on-the-go (personal headphones are required). A valid military ID and Library Card must be shown each time a Playaway is checked out. The check out limit is one Playaway per family for one week. For details, visit or call the Post Library at 787- 707-3208 July 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine
Community Recreation Division
Taking a staycation • a vacation at home Spend quality time with your family. The most important part of any vacation is spending quality time with your Family. Without all the hustle and bustle of a jam-packed vacation schedule, you’ll have the chance get to know your kids a little better and maybe spend a quiet evening with your spouse.
Staying home for vacation can be a great way to spend time with your Family and save a little money. If you travel a lot or have been deployed recently, you may not be interested in a long trip for your next vacation. With a little planning and creativity, a staycation can be relaxing and fun for everyone in the family. The following information will help you plan your next vacation at home.
Why a staycation?
Staycations can be a great idea for military Families, who often have the opportunity to live in different places. Maybe you haven’t lived in your new duty station long or you’ve spent your leave traveling home to visit extended family.
Taking a staycation means you can:
Save money. For many families, saving money is one of the biggest reasons to plan a staycation. Vacations can get expensive, especially if you have children. The price of hotel rooms alone can really drive up the cost of a traditional vacation. Sleep in your own bed. On a staycation, you can come home to your own bed each night. You won’t have to squeeze your whole family into a cramped, uncomfortable hotel or motel room. Less stress. A staycation can be a relaxing way to spend your time off. Without the long drive, airport delays, or search for accommodations, you’ll have more time to relax and have fun. See the sites. If you haven’t had a chance to visit the local area around your duty station since you’ve moved, now is your opportunity. Take advantage of what’s nearby -- you may never have a better chance.
Have fun. A staycation gives you the unique opportunity to have fun in your own backyard, try a new activity, or just go see a movie. It doesn’t really matter what you do, as long as you relax and have fun.
Planning your staycation Planning is the key to making your staycation great. As you begin, be sure to ask everyone in your family for ideas to get a good feel for what they want to do. It’s important to take everyone’s ideas and interests into account. What’s unique in your area? Pretend you’re a tourist -- do a little research and find out what’s interesting near your home. Go online to read restaurant reviews and check out local museums and attractions. Visit the Post Library to find guidebooks about your area. Budget. Take advantage of local coupons and military discounts to make your dollar go farther. Check with Fort buchanan’s Leisure Travel Office for discounted tickets to local attractions. Many amusement parks offer military discounts or discounts for local residents.
Summer destinations are accessible to you on Post Keep in mind that Fort Buchanan has an Outdoor Recreation facility where you can rent all kinds of outdoor sports equipment for camping, grilling, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaks, bicycles and much more for your Family adventures. Also, Outdoor Recreation offers trips every month to different parts of the Island for everyone to enjoy. This month of July they will feature a Catamaran Trip to Culebra Island, Scuba Diving Trip to Culebra, and a Family Day at Aguadilla’s Crashboat Beach. See page 10 for all the details. Split up. You don’t have to spend every minute together. Maybe the girls want to spend the afternoon at a water park while the boys see a movie. If you split up, everyone will get to do something they like. Get everyone involved. Let your children help pack the picnic lunch or fill water bottles for a day at the park. By sharing the workload, you’ll all have more fun. Make it a real vacation. Try to limit your time working, checking email, or calling the office. Source: www.militaryonesource.mil
Mix it up. Let each member of the family help plan. If your children are older, let them plan a whole day, including meals, activities, and budgeting. Take advantage of facilities on your installation. You can visit Fort Buchanan’s Bowling Center, Golf Course and Water Spout. 9
Community Recreation Division
Army Ten Miler Tryout On Friday, June 1st, 2012 we had the 1st Army Ten Miler tryout at 6:00 AM in front of the Fitness Center. A total of 16 active duty military personnel from the Army and Marines attached to Fort Buchanan participated in this event. A second and last tryout will be held on Friday, August 3rd, at 5:30 am. The purpose is to select the Army Ten Miler Team which will be representing Fort Buchanan on the Army Ten Miler Race to be held at Washington, DC on Sunday, October 21st, 2012. Congratulations to all participants. By: Luis Robles, Sports Director
Photo above are participants in the 1st Ten Miler Try-Out
Scuba Diving Trip to La Parguera
Perimeter Road
Date: July 7th. Departure: 5:00 am Place: La Parguera, Cabo Rojo $95.00 Includes Transportation, 2 dives and refreshments
5.2 Mile Race August 11th
Catamaran Trip to Culebra
fitness center 5:00 pm FEES:
register now!!
• FREE for Military Units and DoD Civilians attached to Fort Buchanan. • $5. 00 - DoD, Retirees, USCG, Federal Employees and other Military not attached to Fort Buchanan. • $8. 00 - ALL other participants • $5. 00 - Late Fee Date of Race CATEGORIES: MALE: 15-18, 19-26, 27-35, 36-45, 46-54, 55-63, 64 & Over FEMALE: 15-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65 & Over
787.707.3277/3182
August 3rd, 5:30 am in front of the Fitness Center. Registration Deadline is August 1st. For Active Duty all services assigned to Fort Buchanan. Call 787-707-3277
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Date: July 14th Place: Flamenco Beach at Culebra Island. Departure 7:00 am to 5:30 pm from Outdoor Recreation, or 9:30 am to 3:45 pm from Puerto del Rey Marina in Fajardo. Includes: Transportation, snorkeling equipment, lunch buffet, beverages, piña colada and rum punch. Cost: $95.00. Bring towels and sunscreen.
Scuba Diving Trip to Culebra
The US Army does not officially endorse sponsor.
Army Ten Miler Try-out- last chance!
Outdoor Recreation Events:
Water Spout Aquatic Park Summer Season hours of operation
starting May 28th (Memorial Day) through September 3rd (Labor Day) Tuesday - Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:30 pm Mondays closed.
Daily admission fee: Children (ages 4 - 10): $4.00 Authorized adult (11 years and older): $6.00 Call 787-707-3550 to find out about available memberships.
Date: July 21st Place: Culebra. Departure: 7:00 am to 6:00 pm from Outdoor Recreation. Boat departs at 9:00 am and arrives at 4:30 pm (El Conquistador Hotel Marina) Includes: Two Dives, refreshments, clean towels and lunch Cost: $95.00 without equipment $115.00 with equipment
Family Day at Aguadilla Crash Boat Beach
Date: July 28th Place: Aguadilla, Crash Boat Beach Departure: 7:00 am (All Day event) Includes: Transportation Cost: $25.00 Includes snorkeling gear. (Divers- $35.00 Equipment included) Bring clean clothes, towels and sunscreen. To register for trips call Outdoor Recreation at 787-707-3734. July 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine
ENTERTAINMENT
DFMWR Membership Program attracts Civilian Community Island Wide The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) recently opened it’s doors to celebrate the launching of their “DFMWR Membership Program”. Visitor’s had the rare chance to visit three of DFMWR’s business facilities. The Community Club, the Golf Course and the Bowling Center were opened and fully prepared to receive customers, friends and family members of Soldiers and Civilians who usually would not have access to the Base. Visitor’s received a detailed tour of the facilities and enjoy signature dishes prepared by our experienced Chefs. The purpose of the event was to introduce new customers to DFMWR new Membership Card Programs where members (not necessary affiliated to the Army and that have pass rigorous background checks) may enjoy and use those three facilities. For more details or to sign up on this program please call 787-707-2989.
Share Your Special Privileges with Your Special People The DFMWR Membership Card is a program that integrates members of the Puerto Rican community into myriad Fort Buchanan’s social and business activities. Interested parties go through a process that includes National Crime records background check. Those with a favorable background clearance pay a small processing fee to obtain an DFMWR picture ID Card. This card greatly simplifies access to the installation and the business venues therein.
The Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) is a comprehensive network of support and leisure services designed to enhance the lives of Soldiers (Active, Reserve, and Guard), their Families, Civilian employees, Military Retirees and other eligible participants.) Now you can enjoy some of the benefits that our Community has to offer. Join our membership program and let us serve You.
Sign-up Today! Call 787-707-2989
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ENTERTAINMENT
Summer at Buchanan Bowl
Lets welcome the Summer of 2012, the period when some Bowling leagues take a break during the months of June and July. Don’t miss this opportunity to come and Bowl on these days. On Tuesday we have all lanes available during the night and on Wednesday we have 10 lanes available also. For the Month of June the High games was for David Marquez from Liga Centinela Boricua. In a Two week period he shot games of 299 and 298. Also a big KUDOS to Michael Osterman from Liga Borincana with a 279; Rickie Barroso from Liga Federal Employee with a game of 267, Lester Keys with a game of 287 and Edgar Burgos with a game of 267 and finally Anibal Reyes Chevere from Liga Centinela Boricua with a game of 266 . The high Series for this month was 735 by Michael Osterman from Liga Borincana. On the ladies side, congratulations to Iza Marrero from the Liga Centinela Boricua with the high game of 269 and Series of 692 and in second place Yamitza Quiñones with a game of 225 and series of 631.
BUCHANAN BOWLING CENTER 3rd ISLAND WIDE OPEN TOURNAMENT
The Junior Program finished their Season on May 12th, and will be back again on Saturday August 4th, 2012. More news coming up soon on this league during when the list for new bowlers will be posted at the Counter of the Bowling Center. If you are interested in participating in the next season just call at 787-515-4343 or go to the league’s website: tenpinbowlers@hotmail.com. Please be aware that the Bowling Center will be close on July 4th for the Celebration to be held on that day at the Exchange Parking area, featuring Live bands, games and lots of fun. See you there! By: Luis R. Torres, Business Manager Fort Buchanan Bowling Center
Month End Madness Golf Tournaments Friday, July 27th, August 24th and September 28th. Entry includes: Green Fees, Cart, Food, Beverages & Prizes Entry fee: Members $35.00 Non-members $45.00 787-707-3980 Sponsored by:
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Bowling Center 3rd Islandwide Open Tournament Prizes:
Ladder (M&F & Team Prizes Doubles Seniors) 1st $1,200 1st $500 1st $150ea 2nd $ 900 2nd $300 2nd $125ea 3rd $ 700 3rd $200 3rd $100ea 4th $ 600 4th $100 4th $75ea 5th $ 400 5th $100 6th $ 300 7th $ 200 8th $ 200 9th $ 200 10th $ 100
High Handicap Game/High Handicap Series (Male & Female and seniors)
$50.00 each 1st Perfect Game 2nd Perfect Game $300.00 $150.00 (all prizes are subject to a minimum of 18 teams)
For more information call Luis R Torres at 787-707-3272 / 2695 or Edgar Burgos at 787-461-0698 e-mails: tenpinbolers@hotmail.com or luis.r.torres6.naf@mail.mil July 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine
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*Subject to backround check verifications. Regular membership price per year $1,500 Access does not include Commissary and Exchange facilities.
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Every Monday: Oil Change $8.00 @ Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972 Every Mon, Wed & Fri: Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767 Customer’s First Choice of Books & DVD’s @ Post Library, 10am, 787-7073208
July 2012
Mon thru Thur: Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm, 787-707-2695 Mon & Thur: Zumba @ Fitness Center
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Visit us at:
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Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm,
787-707-3767 Every Tue: CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am,787-707-3767 Tue thru Fri: Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Every Tues: Krank Circuit @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Tues. & Thurs. Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm,787-707-3535
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Every Monday: Oil Change for $8 at Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972
FAP New Parent Support Morning Playgroup @ Bldg. 1140, 10 am, 787-707-3698
Mon thru Thur: Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm, 787-707-2695 Zumba @ Fitness Center 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767
Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am – 1pm, 787-707-3535 Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm, 787-707-2695 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535
Out of the Box, 9:00 am @ Fitness Center, 787-707-3767
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Every Monday: Oil Change for $8 @ Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972 Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm, 787-707-3767 Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm, 787-707-2695 Mon & Thur: Zumba @ Fitness Center 5:30 pm 787-707-3767
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Every Monday: Oil Change for $8 at Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972 Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm, 787-707-3767 CYSS Babysitting Course @MSP, Bldg 1142, 8:30am, 787-707-3434 Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767
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Every Monday: Oil Change for $8 at Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972 Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm, 787-707-3767 Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767 Zumba @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767
CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am,787-707-3767
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CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am,
787-707-3767 Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Krank Circuit @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Zumba Class @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535
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CYSS Babysitting Course @MSP, Bldg 1142, 8:30am, 787-707-3434 FAP New Parent Support Morning Playgroup @ Bldg. 1140, 10 am, 787-707-3998 CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am, 787-707-3767 Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Krank Circuit @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535
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CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am, 787-707-3767
Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535
Krank Circuit @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535 Featured DVD for “Beatrix Potter’s Birthday” “Miss Potter (PG)” @ Post Library, 5:30pm, 787-707-3208
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Independence Day Freedom Fest @ Exchange Parking 2 pm, 787-707-5105
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Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767
Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11am – 1pm, 787-707-3272 Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11am -1 pm 787-707-3535 BBQ @ Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535
Outdoor Rec: Scuba Diving Trip to Cabo Rojo, La Parguera, 787-707-3734
Every Saturday: Dance Step Aerobics, @ Fitness Center, 9 am, 787-707-3767
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Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767 Wed thru Fri: Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11 am- 1pm 787-707-3272 “Reading is Soooo Delicious” Summer Reading Club @ Post Library, 3 pm, 787-707-3208 Teen Bowling Special @ Bowling Center, 3 pm, 787-707-2695
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Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767 Computer Orientations @ Post Library, 10am, 787-707-3208
Lunch-A-Bowl at Bowling Center, 11 am, 787-707-3272
Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11am -1 pm 787-707-3535 “Reading is Soooo Delicious” Summer Reading Club @ Post Library, 3 pm, 787-707-3208
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Chess Tournament Registration Deadline @ Fitness Center, 787-707-3277 Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm, 787-707-3767
Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767 Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11 am- 1pm 787-707-3272
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Auto Lift 50% off at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972 Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm, 787-707-3767 ERP Navigation USAJOBS and Announcement Analysis @ Bldg. 511, 9am, 787-707-3365 FAP Family Stress & Anger Management Class, Bldg. 507, 10 am, 787-707-3698 BBQ @ Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 4 pm, 787-707- 3535 CYSS PAC Meeting @ Bldg. 1000, 5pm, 787-707-3434
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Diagnotic Test 50% off at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972
ERP Navigation USAJOBS and Announcement Analysis @ Bldg. 511, 9am, 787-707-3365 Lunch-A-Bowl at Bowling Center, 11 am1pm, 787-707-3272
Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Teen Bowling Special @3 pm, 787-707-2695
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Tire Balancing 50% off at Automotive Skills Center,
787-707-3972 ERP Important Sections of a Federal Resume @ Bldg. 511, 9am, 787-707-3365 FAP Family Stress & Anger Management Class, Bldg. 507, 10 am, 787-707-3698 Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm 787-707-2695
BBQ @ the Borinquen Lounge and Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535
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Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am, 787-707-3767 Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11am – 1pm, 787-707-3272 Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 BBQ @ the Club 4 pm – 9 pm, 787-707-3535
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Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767
Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535
Outdoor Rec: Catamaran Trip to Culebra, 787-707-3734
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Outdoor Rec: Scuba Diving Trip to Culebra 787-707-3734
Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11 am- 1pm, 787-707-3272
BBQ @ Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535
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Every Saturday: Dance Step Aerobics, @ Fitness Center, 9 am, 787-707-3767
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Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11am – 1pm, 787-707-3272
Chess Tournament @ Bldg. 148, 9 am, 787-707-3277
Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535
Outdoor Rec: Family Day at Aguadilla Crash Boat Beach, 787-707-3734
Month End Madness Golf Tournament @ Golf Complex, 12:30pm, 787-707-3980 BBQ at Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535
Dance Step Aerobics, @ Fitness Center, 9 am, 787-707-3767
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WEEKLY EVENTS: • Mondays- Spinning Lessons, 6:30 pm at Fitness Center / Out of the Box, 9:00 am at Fitness Center • Monday thru Thursday- Spinning Lessons, 5:30 am / 12:00 pm / 4:30 pm at Fitness Center • Monday & Thursday – Teen Bowling Special, 3:00 pm at Bowling Center / Zumba, 5:30 pm at Fitness Center • Tuesday thru Friday- Lunch Buffet , 11:00 am-1:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Tuesdays- Close Quarter Defense Tactics, 10:00 am at Fitness Center / Tone & Kranking, 5:30 pm at Fitness Center • Tuesdays & Thursdays- Spinning, 5:30 am / 12:00 pm / 4:30 pm at Fitness Center / BINGO 6:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Wednesdays- Kranking, 6:30 am at Fitness Center / Malanga’s Evening on Par 3 at Golf Course Complex • Thursdays & Fridays BBQ, 4:00 pm, at the Community Club & Conference Center • Wednesdays thru Fridays - Lunch-A-Bowl, 11:00 am at Bowling Center Calendar subject to change. For updated version:
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