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September/October 2011
ZIP CODE GROUPS AND ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE WELCOME MRS. KERNAN 1
SPOTLIGHT: WELCOME MRS. JAN KERNAN
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA
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FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS
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WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR
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n Sunday, 10 July 2011, members of the Zip Code Groups from Broward, Doral and Homestead and the Army Community Service Center hosted a Tea to welcome Mrs. Jan Kernan, spouse of the Military Deputy Commander, to the command and South Florida. Since this was the first time such an event would be held at USSOUTHCOM. Mrs. Vone Snodgrass formed a committee to plan the Tea.
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The Welcome Tea was held at the Conference Center of the Americas and provided an opportunity for spouses to meet Mrs. Kernan, provide an overview of the Zip Code Groups and explain how the groups provide support and camaraderie. The attendees, in addition to having the opportunity to meet Mrs. Kernan, mingled and shared a light meal. United States Army Garrison-Miami Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation 9301 NW 33rd Street Doral, Florida 33172 305.437.2665 Sign up for Family and MWR emails and Send Your Customer Comments to: Mwrcustomerservice@hq.southcom.mil
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Member and spouse Mrs. Mayra Marvil summed it up: “I was happy to see so many spouses from different military branches come together in camaraderie and support...thank you!” Mrs. Kernan expressed her gratitude for the warm welcome. A video of her remarks may be viewed on the Family and MWR Facebook page, USAGMIAMI FMWR.
Above, left l to r, Mrs. Kernan, Mrs. Fraser. Above right: members of Zip Code Groups attended the Welcome Tea for Mrs. Kernan. Photos by Mrs. Evelyn Moynihan.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SEPTEMBER
25 - Newcomer Orientation, Tuesday, 9:30-11:30am, ACS Conf Rm
Conf Rm
29 - Sexual Assault, Thursday 9-11am & 1-3pm, ACS 1 - Estate Planning, Thursday, 1-2pm, Army Community Conf Rm Service (ACS) Conference Room 30 - Miami Tour, 2 - Training Holiday, Friday Friday, 9:30am3pm 5 - Labor Day, Monday 6 - Doral Music Play Group, Tuesday, 1011:30am, Fitness Center, Aerobics Studio Successful Parenting Workshop 1-3pm, ACS Conf Rm
OCTOBER
16 - Deadline for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, COB Wednesday
24 - Thanksgiving, Thursday
12 - Deadline for Halloween Horror Nights, COB Wednesday
How to Create an Effective Civilian Resume 1-3:30pm, ACS Conf Rm
15 - Halloween Horror Nights. Saturday, Price TBA. Bus Departs Southcom 1pm. Bus departs attraction October 16, 2am
14 - Deadline for Universal Studios trip, close of business, Wednesday, $85/$75
NOVEMBER 19 - Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Saturday, $85/ $75
7 - Stress Management, Wednesday, 9-11am & 1-3pm, ACS Conf Rm
13 - Doral Music Play Group, Tuesday, 10-11:30, Aerobics Studio,
Miami Tour, Friday, 9:30am-3pm,
25 - Training Holiday, Friday 29 Newcomer Orientation, Tuesday, 9:30am - 12pm Date - TBA Military Family Action Plan Conference, 7:30am4:30pm, Conference Center of the Americas
Classes and Events For more information or to register, call the Family Support Center, 305.437.2665. Trips - Reserve and pay for trips at the Information, Tickets and Registration (ITR) Office - Installation Services Center, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, 305.437.1595
17 - Trip to Universal Studios, Saturday 20 - First Term Finance, Tuesday, 8am-12pm, ACS Conf Rm Doral Music Play Group, 10-11:30am, Aerobics Studio Successful Parenting Workshop, 1-3pm, ACS Conf Rm 21 - Grief Loss Training, Wednesday, 9-11am & 1-3pm, ACS Conf Rm 22 - Successful Car Buying Strategies, Thursday, 10-11am, ACS Conf Rm Interview Techniques, 1-3:30pm, ACS Conf Rm. 23 - Oktoberfest, Friday, Fitness Center 27 - Newcomer Orientation, Tuesday, 9:30-11:30am, ACS Con Rm Doral Music Play Group, 10-11:30am, Aerobics Studio 28 - Sexual Assault, Wednesday, 9-11am & 1-3pm, ACS
To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse, contact Family Advocacy 305.437.2734 After duty hours Spouse Abuse - dial 911 Child Abuse 1.800.96A.BUSE or
1.800.962.2873
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA? BROWARD - www.sunny.org/visitors/ events/ 18th Annual Hollywood Beach Latin Festival, 9/18, Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, 128pm, 954.961.6386, Free. Showcasing Latin culture with both traditional and folkloric music by internationally renowned performers and top local musicians on two stages, dancing, food vendors, arts and crafts and children’s activities. www.hollywoodlatinfestival.com/.
XVI International Ballet Festival of Miami, through 9/18. The International Ballet Festival of Miami is considered one of the most important ballet festivals in the country, featuring prestigious worldwide ballet companies presenting their greatest stars. Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County. 305.549.7711, www. internationalballetfestival.org.
Second Annual Conchtoberfest, 9/30 - 10/02. A middle Keys event that is chock full of food, beverage, vendors, music and entertainment for the entire family. Local venues to be scheduled throughout Marathon during “Conchtoberfest Nights,” leading up to main weekend events at Hawks Cay Resort; all events open to the public. Contact: Jennifer Dinan 305.289.490, www. sanctuaryfriends.org/index.php?option=com_jcal pro&Itemid=113&extmode=view&extid=265
Fairchild’s Edible Garden Fe s t i va l , 10/22 1 0 / 2 3 . Fairchild’s 24th Annual Las Olas Edible Garden Festival features lectures, Key Largo Art Fair, October food, cooking demonstrations, plant vendors Pirates 22-23, Saturday & and demonstrations on how to create a Festival, Sunday 10am - 5pm, fruit and vegetable garden. Scarecrows will 10/20 - 10/23. Free Admission, fill the garden as part of the Edible Garden Costume Las Olas Blvd, Fort Festival. Enter your own original scarecrow contests, walk Lauderdale, FL, www. in the Scarecrow Contest. 9:30am-4:30 the plank, a r t fe s t iva l . c o m / pm. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 rum tasting, Festivals/Las_Olas_ Art_Fair_Fort_Lauderdale_Florida_October. Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, FL 33156, booty hunt, pirate show, thieves market, 305.667.1651. www.fairchildgarden.org. Free underwater poker and more! Visit web site for ASPX. to military with ID. details on these three days of pirate-themed fun, 305.394.3736, www.fkrm.com/piratesfest/ Free Fridays at The Wolf , 10/28, Free gallery schedule.htm. MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches. admission on Fridays from 6 9p.m. Exhibition com/visitors/calendar.aspx tours at 6 p.m. Enjoy wine and light food at The Dynamo Museum Shop and Café. Wolfsonian - PALM BEACH - www.palmbeachfl.com FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305.535.2645, www.wolfsonian.org.
Bluegrass Festival at Greynolds Park, 10/2, 1st Sunday of the month festival featuring a variety of talented Bluegrass artists. Bring a lawn chair. Food and cold drinks available. 12:30pm - 5pm www.southfloridabluegrass. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PARKS com. Greynolds Park, Miami Gardens Drive DEPARTMENT CALENDAR OF EVENTS and NE 22nd Avenue, North Miami Beach, FL www.miamidade.gov/parks/calendar.asp. 33162, 305.358.1800. MONROE (Florida Keys) - www. S e c o n d fla-keys.com/ Saturdays at calendarofevents/ ArtSouth, 9/10, 10/8, 11/12. Enjoy Florida Keys Birding & artwork by Wildlife Festival 9/21 resident artists, - 9/25. The peak of refreshments and the fall birding season, live music while you browse four galleries and this event includes open artist studios. Relax in the artistic and an opening reception, tropical atmosphere of ArtSouth. Children are dinner, presentations, welcome. 3-7pm. ArtSouth of Homestead, Keys-wide field trips focusing on education and 240 N. Krome Ave., Homestead, FL 33030, conservation as they relate to Keys birds and 305.247.9406, www.artsouthhomestead.org. wildlife, and an environmental fair, 305.872.0774, keysbirdingfest.org/.
DORAL - www.cityofdoral.com/ cityofdoral/ Social Fridays in Doral, 10/21, The Doral Trolley stops at various entertainment and culinary businesses of Doral, showcasing the nightlife of the city. Free. The trolley runs along a designated route with a concentration of restaurants and other nightly entertainment. The route includes stops at the city’s hotels, where trolley route maps are available listing other Social Friday points of interest. 8-11pm, www.cityofdoral.com
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS Spouse Employment Program The Spouse Employment Program is offered by the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Army Community Service to provide assistance to spouses in acquiring skills, developing networks and resources that will allow them to participate in the work force and to develop a career/work plan. Spouses are provided comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date information on available employment opportunities, education, volunteer resources and support services which assist in making informed decisions on seeking employment.
spouses who are separating or retiring from active duty within 180 days. The workshops are conducted by representatives of the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Veterans’ Affairs. Information on personal appraisal, career exploration, strategies for an effective job search, interviews, resumes, reviewing job offers, networking, mock interviews, federal government employment, and resources will be provided. The next Transition Assistance Program workshop is scheduled for 5-8 December at USAG-Miami, Army Community Service, Suite 2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172.
Services consist of individual and group career assessment and counsel, negotiating salary, career exploration, instruction in job search strategies including the use of the internet, headhunters, employment agencies, staffing agencies, newspapers and local resources.
Military spouses are cordially invited to attend. As a matter of policy, former service members may attend TAP Workshops on a space available basis.
For additional information contact the Employment Readiness Program Manager, Mr. Joe Pagan, 305.437.2639 or joe.pagan@ hq.southcom.mil.
Personnel unable to attend transition services at USAG-Miami are provided a list of military installations throughout the State of Florida to schedule arrangement to register and attend.
Transition Assistance Program
To register for USAG-Miami call Joe Pagan, Employment Readiness Program Manager, 305.437.2665/2639, or joe.pagan@hq.southcom. mil.
The program provides comprehensive information on transition assistance benefits and services for service members and their
Patrick AFB, 45 MSS/DPF, 842 Falcon Ave., Patrick AFB, FL 32925-3439, Nearest City: Cocoa Beach, FL. Phone: 407.494.5675/2278, DSN: 854.5675, Fax: 407.494.5450/4315, DSN Fax: 854.5450/4315 Tyndall AFB, 325 MSS/DPF, 721 Suwanee Rd. Tyndall AFB, FL 32403-5428, Nearest City: Panama City, Phone: 850.283.4204/4205, DSN: 523.4204/4205, Fax: 850.283.4220, DSN Fax: 523.4220 USCG ISC Miami, Work Life Staff, Transition/ Relocation Manager, Commanding Officer, (PW) USCG Integrated Support Command, 15614 SW 117th Avenue, Miami, FL 33177. Nearest City: Miami, FL. Phone: 305.415.6976, Fax: 305.415.6980 Jacksonville, FL, TAMP Manager, Family Service Center, BOX 136 NAS Bldg 876, NAS Jacksonville, FL 32212-5000, Fax: 904.542.0497, e-mail: transition@ nasjax.navy.mil
Resume and interview technique workshops are scheduled on a monthly basis. Army Community Service resources include computers, faxes, printers, and extensive professional career development Library with more than 200 books. These services are offered free of charge.
If you are planning to retire or leave the military the Transition Assistance Program is here to assist.
MacDill AFB, FL 33621. Nearest City: Tampa, FL. TAP/FSC Web, Phone: 813.828.2721 x321, DSN: 968.2721 x321, Fax: 813.828.4502, DSN: 968.4502
Eglin AFB, 96 MSS/DPF, 502 West Van Matre, Ste. 1, Eglin AFB, FL 32542-6823. Nearest City: Fort Walton Beach, FL. Phone: 850.882.9060, DSN 872.9060, Fax: 850.882.9669, DSN Fax: 872.9669 MacDill AFB, 6 MSS/DPF, 2306 Florida Keys Ave.,
Key West, FL, Work & Family Life Program Coordinator, Fleet and Family Support Center, NAS Key West, 804 Sigsbee Road, Key West, FL 35040, Phone: 305.293.4408 x18, DSN: 483.4408 x18, Fax: 305.293.4415 Mayport, FL, TAMP Manager, Naval Station Mayport Family Service Center, PO Box 280042, Mayport, FL 32228-0042, Phone: 904.270.7081, Fax: 904.270.7189 Panama City, FL, TAMP/SEAP, Program Family Transition Center, 6703 West Hwy 98, Panama City, FL 32407-7001, Phone: 850. 235.5510, Fax: 850.235.5673 Pensacola, FL, TAMP Manager Family Service Center, 190 Radford Blvd, Bldg 625, NAS Pensacola, FL 32508, TAP/FSC Web, Phone: 850.452.5990, Fax: 850.452.2868, Whiting Field, FL TAMP/SEAP Manager, NAS Whiting Field Family Service Center, Bldg 3025, Milton, FL 32570, Phone: 850.623.7177, Fax: 850.623.7735
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The last Space Shuttle flight On July 8, the Space Shuttle Atlantis lifted off on the final flight of the Space Shuttle program. While Americans across the country watched with pride as the Space Shuttle blasted off from Kennedy Space Center, a group of SOUTHCOM members and their families were privileged to witness this historical event in person. Many thanks to the coordination and efforts of the US Army Garrison-Miami Information, Tickets and Registration (ITR) Office. The ITR offers monthly bus trips to theme parks and attractions at reduced prices. Contact Information, Tickets and Registration at 305. 437.1595.
Photo by Art McQueen
Photos by Eric Ruiz
WHAT’S UP IN FMWR ? Family and MWR registered 31 SOUTHCOM runners in the Doral Business 5k/10k Run that took place 24 June. Although it was a very rainy day, everyone did well. Some of the winners are pictured here. Sgt Erica Melendez placed 2nd place for her age group and Eduardo Ramirez placed 3rd in his age group.
Recreation Assistantt Dolly Fernandez. won first place for her age group
Sgt Carla Alvardo placed first in her age group
David Harris won first place for his age group.
Recreation Assistant Erik Vidal won second place for his age group. Photos by Angelique Williams and Jill Hauser
16-17 July, members of USSOUTHCOM (l to r,) Aaron Jones, Chris Toth, Kayin Liddie, Jeremy Young and Deon Lavelle entered Miami's Hoop It Up 3 on 3 tournament at the Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, FL. The first day, Saturday, they went on to win their first two games and ended the day with a loss. Sunday, the team won its first two games to get them in the championship game, where they dominated the team they lost to on Saturday, 20-12. Photo by Gueldine Joseph
On 15 June, CSM Espinol presented Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, with a coin for his hard work and dedication to fitness classes. Congratulations, Frank! Photos by Angelique Williams
ook b e c a F on I LIKE us USAG-MIAM FMWR Many thanks to our Annual Sponsors, SAIC and Terremark Worldwide. for their invaluable support of Family and MWR events. The Department of Defense does not endorse the sponsors
GOING GREEN Water Heater Buying Guide By Tanya Snyder
Shopping Tips The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that 12 percent of the average home utility bill—and carbon footprint—comes from heating water. Only heating and cooling the home itself are more energy-intensive.
type, the greenhouse gas emissions saved would be the equivalent of pulling nearly 7,000 cars off U.S. highways.
Start searching at www.energysavers.gov for federal incentives and at www.dsireusa.org/ for a list of state incentives.
Electric Heat Pump: The electric heat pump is a cutting-edge water heater technology that can cut your energy use and emissions in half. While these units can be pricey, they can pay for themselves in energy savings in just 3 or 4 years, depending on your water use.
The EPA also maintains a list of special incentives that may be available, like rebates or breaks on sales tax.
“But for most people, the fuel that heats and cools their house is going to heat the water,” says Maria Vargas of the EPA. “It’s unlikely in our experience that people are going to switch fuels.” Fortunately, consumers can make green water heater choices no matter how they get their energy. Energy Star-Qualified High-Efficiency Gas Storage: These super-efficient storage-tank water heaters cost a bit more than conventional versions but can pay for themselves in less than three years. And from day one they’ll start repaying the planet by using far less energy. The EPA suggests that by replacing all the standard gas storage heaters sold this year with qualified high-efficiency versions, one billion pounds of CO2 could be kept out of Earth’s atmosphere. That would be like creating 132,000 acres of new forest. Gas Condensing: To take green gains to an entirely different level, consider a gas condensing water heater. These systems are new to many in the U.S., as they didn’t begin appearing on the market in significant numbers until 2010. Gas condensing water heaters also feature a large storage tank. But rather than venting hot exhaust gases up the chimney after heating your water once, they capture those gases and put them back to work to reheat water again—cutting total energy use by some 30 percent. The EPA estimates that if just 5 percent of the new gas water heaters sold each year were of this
By Paul Mackie
Shopping Tips
Shoppers in the market for an efficient water heater can start by looking for an Energy Star label, bestowed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to designate energy-efficient products. Other choices depend on your home, pocketbook, and level of eco-commitment. Some fuels heat water more efficiently than others. Natural gas, burned in the basement, typically has a greener signature than electricity that’s derived from burning coal at a distant power plant.
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A typical electric water heater, says Lane Burt of the Natural Resources Defense Council, “just runs electricity through a wire, which gets hot and heats up your water. But the heat pump takes heat out of the air and puts it into your water.” The system works like a refrigerator in reverse, using a liquid refrigerant that helps pull heat from the air and run it through a coil to heat the tank. The EPA estimates that if every family that purchased an electric water heater this year had chosen a heat pump instead, a staggering 19.6 billion pounds of C02 could have been saved. That’s like taking 1.6 million cars off the road.
Look for: Size: If you’re buying a storage-tank water heater (see the “Environmental Impact” section for green tankless options) remember—one size doesn’t fit all. You’ll need a tank big enough to meet your family’s hot water needs, but buying one that’s too large means you’ll burn a lot of energy by continually warming water that you won’t use. For help estimating what size system is the right fit for your home: www.energysavers.gov/your_home/ water_heating/index.cfm/mytopic=12810. Rebates: Uncle Sam wants you to go green. Environmentally friendly systems may be more expensive, but if you buy now, you can take advantage of government incentives. You may qualify for a tax credit worth 30 percent of a water heater’s price up to $1,500. Solar water heaters pack even more savings power.
There are basically three kinds of mowers: reel, rotary, and riding. Reel mowers: Patterned after the scythe, a hand tool used to whack grass, the reel push mower is manual and creates zero air pollution. As more people become environmentally conscious, there has been a steady increase in the sale of push mowers. Rotary mowers: These have internal combustion engines that usually run on gasoline. They have the benefit of more power than reel mowers, but the disadvantages of requiring much more regular maintenance and creating pollutants like carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides. Riding mowers: Riding mowers are often more appropriate for large lawns and are the most expensive option. Going electric: For those who need a power boost to get the job done, electric models are available, with or without a cord, for both reel and riding mowers. These are sort of the Toyota Prius hybrids of the mower world, and more environmentally friendly than rotary models. The degree to which they pollute depends on the energy efficiency of the power plant from which the battery charge originated. Interestingly, electric riding mowers are becoming more common and they can usually cut about a half an acre before needing to be recharged. Which mower you pick largely determines the cost to the environment. Consumer Reports and Clean Air Gardening provide nice resources to help you choose an environmentally friendly lawn mower. Reprinted with permission from National Geographic’s Green Guide, www.thegreenguide.com.
Services to the Families of our Fallen Heroes Our Fallen Warriors have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation. As a result of their loss, the surviving family members need our help and our support in any form the family may require. Those families who have lost a service member deserve our eternal respect, gratitude and the very best services and support we can provide. The Department of the Army has a commitment to the families of Fallen Warriors. The Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) program at U.S. Army Garrison-Miami (USAG-Miami) is part of an Army-wide program designed to provide dedicated and comprehensive support to survivors of deceased soldiers. The other branches of Service have similar programs which the SOS program works with to support other service Family members. The purpose of the SOS program is to manage and deliver access to support, information, family services and family advocacy. There is no time limit for this commitment.
The Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator, Maddie Husta, provides long term support to Families of the Fallen with the goal of linking Survivors to various services and support programs. Through an established and growing network of military and civilian service providers and outlets, the SOS program will coordinate the support Family members need as they journey through the transition following the loss by providing direct services as well as information, referrals and recommendations. The program will connect Family members with support groups, bereavement and financial counselors, as well as help with all of the paperwork and document management necessary following the death of a service member. The SOS program provides special financial counseling and support to assist the surviving Family in sound financial planning and in moving to financial security following the death of a service member. Ruddy Argüello, a contractor with the U.S. Army Reserves, provides professional financial information and services in areas such as investing, estate planning, tax issues and basic
budgeting. One important but little known Survivor resources is direct assistance with immigration. If the spouse, child, or parent of a U.S. service member who died as a result of combat while serving in an active duty status in the U.S. Armed Forces, they may be eligible for immigration benefits as an “immediate relative” for up to two years after the service member’s death. These include posthumous U.S citizenship for the Fallen Warrior and accelerated access to long-term entry Visas, work permits and residency Visas (Green Card.) In some cases, a surviving spouse, child, or parent of fallen service members may be eligible for permanent naturalization as a U.S. citizen as the surviving relative of the service member under Section 319(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). For more information on Survivor Outreach Services contact Maddie Husta, 305.437.2178 or Madhya.Husta@hq.southcom.mil
Pictured l to r, front row: Billy Granado, Yizairalie Pabon-Diaz, Kevin Melendez, Aisha Shapiro, Horacio Gomez, Carlos Fonseca. Rear: David Smith, Martin Galvez Jr., Stuart Ratliff, Steven Howard, Erin Coldsmith, Travis Smith, Ryan Baird, Felix Ocasio. Photo by Juan Chiari.
The US Southern Command Softball Team is always ready to represent the command. We are a team that has fun every game we play and we have grown as a family in the process. Thanks to the USAG-Miami Family and MWR it has been a wonderful opportunity throughout the years to compete in two different leagues, Homestead and Brian Piccolo. Currently our team is in fourth place out of the eight teams (only four teams make the playoffs). Games are every Friday night at Brian Piccolo Park. Brian Piccolo Park 9501 Sheridan Street, Cooper City, FL 33024. 954.357.5150, www.broward.org/Parks/BrianPiccoloPark. Come out and support us!
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SPOUSES CORNER USSOUTHCOM Community Information Meeting (SCCIM)
SPOUSES NEEDED TO COORDINATE the HIALEAH and KENDALL ZIP CODE GROUPS!
Zip Code Group Coordinators disseminate information from the SCCIM to the zip code groups. All spouses are encouraged to submit concerns/issues to your area zip code coordinator. The purpose is to share ideas and make living in South Florida an enriching experience. Meetings: 10am, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Installation Services Center ACS Conference Room. For more information, call 305.437.2665.
Zip Code Groups DORAL, CORAL GABLES, MIAMI LAKES, NORTH MIAMI, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Eva Raquel Cool, 305.510.4875, lotusflower_0308@ yahoo.com; Mayra Marvil, mmarvil@earthlink.net, 305.593.2002; doralzipcode@yahoo.com HIALEAH, coordinator needed, please call 305.437.2665 KENDALL, HAMMOCKS, PINECREST, PALMETTO BAY, surrounding areas. Coordinator needed, please call 305.437.2665 BROWARD COUNTY, Sabrina Bowman, scott_bowman1969@ yahoo.com; Nila Mistry, nilamistry1@yahoo.com HOMESTEAD & SOCSOUTH, Kris Rodriguez, sirkesojerdna@ hotmail.com; Fatima Bissonnette, fatimabissonnette@yahoo.com; socsouthfamily@yahoogroups.com
Coordinators disseminate information from the monthly Southcom Community Information Meeting (SCCIM) to spouses in their zip code area and present ideas, issues or concerns to the SCCIM. Zip code groups can organize and meet in a variety of ways, from monthly information socials to web groups, depending on the desires of the members. Programs such as music play group, 9/11 GI Bill briefing and the recent “Evening with TRICARE” are examples of recent collaborations between Army Community Service and zip code groups. New spouses are identified during Service Member in-processing but if you are interested in becoming involved in a group in your area, starting a group, or interested in coordinating, please call Vickie DuBois, at 305.437.2644.
WHO’S WHO
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FAMILYand MWR)
One Stop Phone Number:
305.437.2642
Director - Sheryl Byrd, sheryl.byrd@hq.southcom.mil Administration - Vilma Lesesne, vilma.lesesne@hq.southcom.mil Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, marisol.archibold@hq.southcom.mil Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, helen.colby@hq.southcom.mil E-mail: mwrcustomerservice@hq.southcom.mil Toll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604 Recreation Services One Stop Phone Number:
Jose Fernandez, jose.fernandez@hq.southcom.mil; Alci Montero, alci.montero@hq.southcom.mil; Kevin Ruvalcaba, kevin.ruvalcaba@hq.southcom.mil; Joshua Corraliza, joshua.corraliza@hq.southcom.mil
305.437.2642
Recreation, Better Opportunity for Single Service Members (BOSS) - Stephen Ondriezek, stephen.ondriezek@hq.southcom.mil Information, Tickets and Registration - Eric Ruiz, eric.ruiz@hq.southcom.mil Macarena Schmidt, macarena.schmidt@hq.southcom.mil Fitness Center, Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, jill.hauser@hq.southcom.mil Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, Francisco.same1@hq.southcom.mil Recreation Assistants: Erik Vidal, erik.vidal@hq.southcom.mil; Angelique Williams, angelique. williams@hq.southcom.mil; Elson Sanchez, elson.sanchez@hq.southcom.mil; Dolly Fernandez, dolores.fernandez@hq.southcom.mil;
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services)
One Stop Phone Number:
305.437.2642
CYSS Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, ileana.gonzalesposad@hq.southcom.mil Administration - Mary Gomez, mary.gomez@hq.southcom.mil Child Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, denise. gonzalez@hq.southcom.mil School Liaison Services - Franisco Brizuela, francisco.brizuela@hq.southcom.mil
Family Support Division (FSD)
One Stop Phone Number:
305.437.2642
Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - Ruddy Arguello, ruddy.a.arguello@us.army.mil Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, mary.ortiz@hq.southcom. mil
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)
ADCO, Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs - Guy W. Drab, guy.drab@hq.southcom. mil, 305.437.3078 Drug Testing Coordinator (DTC) - Connie Sova, connie.sova.ctr@hq.southcom.mil, 305.437.2428 Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) Carmen Rivera, carmen.rivera.ctr@hq.southcom.mil USAG-M Public Affairs - Arthur McQueen, arthur.mcqueen@hq.southcom.mil
305.437.2685
USSOUTHCOM
Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, vickie.dubois@us.army.mil Clinic Office hours: 0730-1630 Administration - Lydia Sanchez, lydia.sanchez@hq.southcom.mil For appointments call Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Services TRICARE enrolled members Zimmelman, richard.zimmelman@hq.southcom.mil TRICARE Service Centers Employment Readiness/Transition Assistance - Joe Pagan, Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa Locka joe.pagan@hq.southcom.mil Domestic Violence/Child Abuse Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, Dr. Woodrow Wilson joe.walker@hq.southcom.mil woodrow.wilson3@us.army.mil Relocation Readiness - Roxana Acosta, roxanna.acosta@ Family Counseling Center hq.southcom.mil Housing Referral Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - Maddie Education Service Husta, madhya.husta@hq.southcom.mil Carlson Wagonlit
305.437.3559 1.800.444.5445 305.437.0519 305.437.3086 305.437.2642 305.437.2287 1.800.579.6681
LEAVE THE DRIVING TO US - FAMILY & MWR TRIPS September 17 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS Adult $85, Child $75
October 15 HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS Price TBA. Bus Departs Southcom 1pm Bus Departs attraction October 16, 2am November 19 DISNEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS Adults $85, Children $75 All trips depart from the East parking lot at Headquarters at 6 a.m. and depart from each attraction at 7 p.m. (unless noted otherwise.) Deadline to sign up for trips is close of business the Wednesday before each trip. All prices include transportation, parking, tolls and entrance to the attraction. Prices and times are subject to change. Tickets are available in the ITRO, 305. 437.1595. The Bugle Boy is a bimonthly publication of the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, U.S. Army Garrison-Miami, and is published for members of the United States Southern Command. Contents of The Bugle Boy are not necessarily the official views of, or are endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Southern Command. The distribution, mention or use of any sponsorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s products, services, or funds by the U.S. Southern Command does not express or imply an endorsement of the sponsor. All submissions are subject to editing. The appearance of advertising in this newsletter does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army, the U. S. Southern Command or the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this policy of equal opportunity by the advertiser is confirmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. To submit story ideas, articles, or purchase advertising, call the editor at 305.437.3149.
U.S. ARMY GARRISON-MIAMI Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation 9301 NW 33rd Street Doral, Florida 33172-1202