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September/October 2012

Military Family Action Plan (MFAP) Conference Releases Results 1

SPOTLIGHT: MFAP CONFERENCE RESULTS

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA

FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS

CDC NEWS

WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR

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In December 2011, the annual MFAP (modeled after the Army Family Action Plan) Conference met to discuss quality-of-life issues and to make recommendations to senior leadership on issues reviewed at the conference. In total, 12 issues were discussed then promptly addressed or forwarded to the appropriate department for consideration. Among the issues discussed was the need to expand dining options within organization facilities; work options and employment licensing requirements for relocating military spouses; Family Readiness Group and spouse groups at USSOUTHCOM; concerns over the loss of personalized TRICARE referral processes and signing procedures and clarification of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits for those no longer on Active Duty. The Army Family Action Plan’s history of service began as a grassroots movement in the early 1980s, designed to address and resolve the most significant quality-of-life issues for service members, retirees, Department of Defense civilians, and Family members and forward to the attention of senior leadership for consideration, resolution, and change. The first Army Family Action Plan conference was held in 1983. All members of the military, including Active, Reserve, National Guard, civilians and Family members are eligible to voice concerns to senior leadership and make recommendations for change. In other words, it is the process by which members of the military have the opportunity to lend their “voice” to military policy, as well as programs that directly affect them. Since its inception, over 667 issues have been put forth, resulting in 117 legislative changes; 162 DoD or DA policy changes; and 178 improved programs or services, such as the creation of the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) program. Specifics of the issues discussed at the 2011’s MFAP Conference are listed below. An emphasis on Child, Youth and School Services programs may be in the

works for the coming year. The current year’s annual conference will be held on October 16th, 2012. • Issue 11-01: No dry space to place items in the bathroom. • Issue 11-02: Need food vendors in the food court with more variety. • Issue 11-03 (New 11-01): Spouse Work Options; Licensing Issues for persons with Professional Degrees/Licensing. • Issue 11-04 (New 11-02): Deployment. • Issue 11-05: Quality of Life for Families and Soldiers with high demand civilian and reserve jobs. • Issue 11-06: Quality of Life – Marriage and Family • Issue 11-07: Organizational emphasis on communicating service member obligations. • Issue 11-08: Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) at USSOUTHCOM. • Issue 11-09 (New 11-06): Digital Forms Signature and Submission through myTRICARE.com website. • Issue 11-10 (New 11-07): Loss of personalized TRICARE referral process. • Issue 11-11: The variety of food choices in USSOUTHCOM AAFES Xpress food court. • Issue 11-12: Extension of transferability of Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 3 - Labor Day, Monday 8 - 5K Freedom Run and Park Festival, Saturday, 7:30am, JC Bermudez Park 10-13 - Transition Assistance Program, 8am4pm, Army Community Service (ACS) Classroom

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3 - Dave Ramsey FPU: Credit Sharks in Suits, Wednesday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom

1 - Dave Ramsey PFU: Of Mice and Mutual Funds, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom

Deadline to pay for Halloween Horror NIghts 6 - Halloween Horror Nights Trip, Price TBA Bus Departs Southcom 1pm, Sat. Bus Departs HHN October 7 2am, Sun.

3 - Hong Kong Dragon Boat Race Festival, Saturday, Miami Marine Stadium, Virginia Key 6 - Household Budgeting, Tuesday, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom

11 - Dave Ramsey FPU: Buyer Beware, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom

8 - Dave Ramsey FPU: From Fruition to Tuition, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom

12 - Deadline to pay for Universal Studios trip, Adults $100/Children $90, Close of Business, Wednesday

16 - Military Family Action Plan Conference, Tuesday, Conference Center of the Americas (CCA)

14 - PCS & Entitlements Workshop, Wednesday, 1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom

15 - Trip to Universal Studios, Orlando, Saturday

17 - First Term Finance, Wednesday, 8am12pm, ACS Classroom

19 - Personal Finance for Careerists, Wednesday, 9-11am, ACS Classroom

18 - Dave Ramsey PFU: Clause and Effect 11:30am-1:30pm, Thursday, ACS Classroom

20 - FICO Score and Credit Repair 1-2pm, Thursday, ACS Classroom

23 - Newcomer Orientation, Tuesday, 8-11am, ACS Classroom

25 - Newcomer Orientation, Tuesday, 8-11am, ACS Classroom

24 - AER Command Brief, Wednesday, 10:1010:30am, ACS Classroom

28 - Miami Tour, Friday, 9:30am-3pm

Deadline to pay for Disney Trip, Adults $88/Children $78, COB 15 - Dave Ramsey FPU: Working in Your Strengths, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom 17 - Trip to Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Saturday 21 - Dave Ramsey FPU: Real Estate and Mortgages, Wednesday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom 22 - Thanksgiving, Thursday

25 - Dave Ramsey PFU: That’s Not Good Enough, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom

23 - Training Holiday, Friday

26 - Miami Tour, Friday, 9:30am-3pm

27 - Newcomer Orientation, Tuesday, 8-11am, ACS Classroom

To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse, contact Family Advocacy, 305.437.2734 After duty hours Spouse Abuse - 911 Child Abuse 1.800.96A.BUSE or 1.800.962.2873

28 - First Term Finance, Thursday, 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom Army Emergency Relief (AER) Command Brief, 1010-1030, ACS Classroom 29 - Dave Ramsey FPU: The Great Misunderstanding, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom Dave Ramsey FPU: Real Estate and Mortgages, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom

30 - Miami Tour, Friday, 9-4

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 Leisure Travel Services Office - Installation Services Center, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, 305.437.1595

WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA? BROWARD - www.sunny.org/visitors/events/ Music & Dancing Under The Stars, through December 26, Hollywood Beach Theatre, East of A1A at Johnson St. and the ocean, 7:30-9pm, 954-921-3404, free. Broadwalk Friday Fest, through December 28, Hollywood Beach Theatre, East of A1A at Johnson St. and the ocean, 7-9pm, 954.924.2980, free. 19th Annual Hollywood Beach Latin Festival. September 15, Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, 12-8pm, 954.961.6386, free. Latin culture with 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. http://artandculturecenter.org/ Beach Clean Up, through December 1, C o m m e rc i a l Boulevard and the Beach, Lauderdale-bythe-Sea, 9-9:30am, first Saturday of every month. http://lbts.com/. Opera Society New Member Social, October 8. Copacabana Supper Club, 219 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 6-8pm. 954.565.1400, free. Las Olas Art Fair, October 20-21, Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale, 10am-5pm, 561.746.6615, free. Christmas On Las Olas, November 28, Las Olas Blvd., free. An evening with the feeling of Christmas past. snow mountain, carolers and skating rink. MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches. com/visitors/calendar.aspx Gables Gallery Night, Monthly open house on the first Friday of each month showcases local galleries. Enjoy exhibitions, free refreshments and complimentary continuous shuttle buses between galleries. Downtown Coral Gables, 33134, 305.444.4493.

Coconut Grove First Saturday Gallery Stroll Sept. 1. Every 1st Saturday of the month, explore the galleries of Coconut Grove from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Downtown Coconut Grove, Coconut Grove, 33133, 305.445.3864. www.artcircuits.com.

and chairs to enhance your dining experience. Glass containers and pets are not permitted. 6-10pm. Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St., Miami, 33155, 305.226.8315, www.miamidade. gov/parks.

Food Truck Night, Sept. 20. Park landscapes and music, mix and mingle and enjoy affordable gourmet delights served up by food truck chefs. Food choices from Cuban influenced burgers and Asian-style chicken wings to deep fried Oreos. Bring picnic blanket or folding tables

DORAL - www.cityofdoral.com/

MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys. com/calendarofevents/

Florida Keys Birding & Wildlife Festival, Sept. 26–30. The peak of the fall birding season, DWNTWN Art Days, Sept. 7-8. Two-day this event includes an opening reception, celebration of arts and culture. See website for dinner, presentations, Keys-wide field trips details. Various venues in Downtown Miami, focusing on education and conservation Miami, 33131. www.dwntwnartdays.com. as they relate to Keys birds and wildlife, and an environmental fair. 305.872.0774 Design District Arts and Design Night, Sept. 8. Stroll the galleries and showrooms of the Free admission Design District every second Saturday of the to Everglades month from 7-11pm. Miami Design District, and Dry Northeast 2nd Avenue and Northeast 40th To r t u ga s Street, Miami, 33137, 305.470.8005, www. National Parks artcircuits.com. National Public Lands Free Fridays at The Wolf, Sept. 21. Free Day, Sept. 29. Visitors planning an end-ofgallery admission on Fridays from 6-9pm summer trip can explore Everglades National with the support of The Miami Herald. Park and Dry Tortugas National Park free, in Exhibition tours at 6pm. Enjoy wine and honor of National Public Lands Day. Entrance light food at The Dynamo Museum Shop fees at the two parks will be waived Saturday. and Café. Wolfsonian - FIU, 1001 Washington 305.242.7700, www.nps.gov/findapark/ Ave., Miami Beach, 33139, 305.535.2645, feefreeparks.htm. www.wolfsonian.org. Key Largo Pirates Festival. kicks off at 6:30pm Downtown Harvest Market, Sept. 9. Miami- on Thursday, Oct. 20, Costume contests, Dade County hosts a Downtown Harvest walk the plank, rum tasting, booty hunt, Market every Friday, 11am-5:30pm. Purchase pirate show, thieves market, underwater seasonal produce directly from Miami-Dade poker and more during three days of pirategrowers, handmade artisanal foods and themed fun. Swashbuckling spectators crafts, green products, healing arts and unleash their inner buccaneer during the plants. Stephen P. Clark Center Courtyard, festivities, with a Captain Morgan Look-Alike 111 NW 1st St., Miami, 33128, www.earth- Pirate Plunder Party at Snapper’s Restaurant, learning.org mile marker 94.5. Complete schedule on website. Contact: Sue Finney 305.394.3736, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS www.keylargopiratefest.com. www.miamidade.gov. Menu bar - Click on Calendar for all events. PALM BEACH - www.palmbeachfl.com

Social Fridays in Doral, free Doral Trolley stops at various entertainment and culinary businesses of Doral, showcasing the nightlife of the city, free. The route includes stops at the city’s hotels, where trolley route maps are available listing other Social Friday points of interest. 8-11pm. Various locations throughout Doral, FL 33178, 305.593.6725, ext. 70, www.cityofdoral.com.

FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS CAREER READINESS ADVICE Network extensively. Attend industry events, reaching out to friends, family, former classmates and colleagues, and check to see what career resources your alma mater offers (many provide extensive help to job seekers free of charge). Make the internet your friend. Utilize career-focused social media portals like LinkedIn to connect with former colleagues and bosses, join industry relevant groups, and request recommendations from past supervisors (and make sure your digital presence is squeaky clean!) Reach out to companies you’re interested in working for to inquire about career opportunities and current openings, in addition to posting your resume on the MSEP Career board and sites like Monster, HotJobs, CareerBuilder and Craigslist, or www.usajobs.gov for federal government employment. Don’t be afraid to work for free. Volunteering and interning are great ways to get your foot in the door and can be a tremendous learning experience. Help other job seekers. If you hear of a job that isn’t quite right for you, see if it is a fit for anyone else you know and send it to them. Perhaps someday they’ll return the favor. Make a great impression in an interview. This means arriving on time, appropriately dressed and having thoroughly researched the company and position for which you are applying. Keep a polished and up to date resume on hand at all times. Have a well-rehearsed elevator speech (short summary of your skills, experience and goals) in front of mind should you meet someone unexpectedly. Stay up to date on trends and industry happenings and do whatever you can to acquire new skills companies are starting to look for in potential hires.

Join a support group with other job seekers to help you stay positive, accountable and on track. The Department of Labor-sponsored website provides career resources and workforce information to job seekers, students, businesses, and workforce professionals to foster talent development in a global economy. It also provides content specifically designed for military spouses including employment resources, education and training help and relocation information. Visit www.servicelocator.org.

Ten Tips for Job Fairs Job fairs are excellent places to learn, network and land a job. You could easily miss your ideal job opportunity while trying to work through the crowd. But here are some planning tips to provide that edge over your competitors who fail to properly prepare. 1. If the web sites of job fair producers offer the option, search for jobs in advance to target the most promising, participating employers. Read the employers’ profiles if available, to help you answer the classic question, “Why do you want to work for us?” Even if job fair producers don’t offer these options, most at least list the participating employers and the general types of jobs they have open, so you may research them on your own. 2. Plan to take at least 20 crisp resumes to a job fair, 30 or so if it’s a huge event. The job fair might have copy facilities for free or a small fee, which is nice if you run out, but don’t count on it. Bring a pen, pencil and notepad and organize it in a nice brief case or portfolio. 3. Prepare to interview on the spot. A 30 second commercial is a statement to describe the skills and services that you have to offer an employer. It’s better to politely sidestep up-front salary discussions if you can. But have a salary figure in mind, just in case your interview advances to the salary stage. Job fairs tend to be more casual than formal interviews, so you can relax and be friendlier and display enthusiasm.

4. Also prepare to fill out a job application on the spot. Unless you’re otherwise directed, it’s best to turn it in right away. Taking it home first allows your better-prepared competitors to beat you to it. 5. Arrive a few minutes early at a job fair, to register if required and plan your “attack.” Pick up a booth map if available, and route your path to the employers you’ve targeted. Visit your targeted employers first with resume in hand, and spend some “quality time” with each. 6. When wrapping up your conversations with employers’ reps, show your interest by asking them what the next steps are. Ask if it’s okay to call them or send follow-up letters a few days after the job fair ends. 7. Track which employers you’ve submitted your resume at the job fair, so you don’t redundantly resubmit it too soon. It’s a good idea to jot down other notes too, right after you talk with each rep. 8. Collect business cards or contact info as you go, and do follow up within 24-48 hours with a thankyou letter to each of the representatives with whom you spoke. It’s courteous, professional and typically expected, even after casual job fairs. Complying might make you stand out in their minds, to help you land follow-up interviews. 9. Afterwards, revisit the job fair producers’ sites periodically. Many continue to list new and unfilled openings for some time after job fairs. Post your resume if you haven’t already done so. 10. Remember to visit job fair employer’s sites that interest you after the event as they may have new openings they don’t forward to the producers after the job fair. If you want to know what’s going on with your resume or if you see a new position, send a follow-up letter or letter of inquiry instead. The employer will let you know if you should submit your resume again. Joe Pagan, CWDP, MCT Employment Readiness Program Manager

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER NEWS School Age Services On August 20, 2012, USAG-Miami School Age Services (SAS) began offering an after-school care program. This program entitles participants to full day- care services during out of school periods during the school year, excluding Federal Holidays. SAS camps will be offered during winter, spring break and summer. SAS is designed to enhance positive attitudes and provide opportunities for young people to develop the skills they will need to become successful individuals. School Age Services offers positive experiences in four areas: • Sports, Fitness and Health - Healthy lifestyle activities and fitness; • Life Skills, Citizenship and Leadership - Character Counts, Weekly Community, Photo Tech, Cooking and Art clubs; • Arts, Recreation and Leisure- Painting, sculpture, arts and crafts and video games; • Academic Support, Mentoring and Intervention - Homework Lab, Youth Technology Lab, Smart Moves and Ultimate Journey Science Club. The highlight of the program will be the Academic Power Hour, an after-school club that allows youth to work on homework assignments with qualified staff to assist them, and the opportunity to engage in other higher learning activities to make the learning experience fun.

Strong Beginnings The Army Strong Beginnings Pre-K is a program designed to prepare children to be successful to enter school. Curriculum focuses on the social, emotional, and physical development of children; equips them with basic academics and “Kindergarten Classroom Etiquette” skills to enhance “school readiness.” Children who will be entering Kindergarten the following fall (4 years old prior to 1 September) are eligible to attend Strong Beginnings Pre-K. After School Program, Monday-Friday 1400-1800. Camps and teacher workday, 0600-1800. For more information please call 305.437.1281 or 1283. You may also visit the Child Development Center. Children must be registered for the programs.

WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S UP IN FAMILY AND MWR ? THE GEN AYALA CHALLENGE! On June 25, Recreation Specialist Frank Same devised a hard core Gen Ayala workout for everyone! Gen Ayala and his son, Juan Ayala, Jr, started off the workout. The routine was comprised of several different workouts. Frank incorporated the row

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machines, pushing the prowler on the concrete while dragging a sled tied around the waist, carrying the punching bag, flipping the tire, hitting the tire with a sledge hammer, bear crawls and sled pull while lying on the ground.

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LOCAL HERO EXCELS AT INTERNATIONAL CYCLING CLASSIC The U.S. Military Cycling Team (Pro and Masters Team) made the trip to the Great Lakes area to attend the International Cycling Classic (ICC) – Superweek which was held from June 6th through the 22nd. The team traveled with the intention of attending the toughest week on the schedule, June 10-17, which included two road races, two circuit races and four criteriums. A criterium is usually a course of one mile or less with multiple technical corners to negotiate and is fun for the spectator to watch as the cyclists come by more often and the race usually resembles a NASCAR race on two wheels. Some of the Criterium (or Crits as they’re called by cyclists) courses have brick or cobbled roads or even hills to add additional elements of difficulty. Crit races are normally run on time and laps…much like NASCAR. The Crits are normally where the “sprinters” in the cycling world get to show off their speed, reaching into the 40 mph range going for the line. They are normally set up in downtown or urban settings within local cities around the state. The road race and circuit race is usually a longer course run on distance in rural locations with hills and dirt sections of road that racers have to negotiate successfully to win. Road races at ICC-Superweek ranged from 60-90 miles in length with plenty of hills. The International Cycling Classic-Superweek began as a single race at Milwaukee's Summerfest in 1969 and quickly expanded into a successful week-long racing series in the Milwaukee metropolitan area. In 1985, ICC-Superweek added several races in cities to the north of Milwaukee. The expansion brought about the

two-week racing format which the race series maintains to this day. With more additions coming after 1985, the race series expanded to include the Chicago, Illinois area and now features more consecutive days of racing offered than anywhere else in America. ICC-Superweek is now the oldest and longestrunning multi-category cycling race in the world with races in cities from De Pere in Northern Wisconsin to Chicago. The event has a longrunning tradition of international participation. This year’s event was no exception. Teams represented Colombia, Germany, South Africa and Canada to name a few. There were teams representing states across the nation from Virginia to California. ICCSuperweek has earned the distinction of being a world-class cycling event among the participating cyclists, sponsors and spectators. The U.S. Military Cycling Team walked away with several podium appearances and top placement in the overall standings for the event. Mr. Blain Reeves, USSOUTHCOM J3, was added to the U.S. Military Cycling Team roster this year and traveled with the team to the International Cycling Classic – Superweek in June.

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GOING GREEN

How Do I Make Homemade Non-Toxic Cleaners?

Cleaning Challenges

by Ann Salter, Demand Media

Polish particularly tarnished metal surfaces with a soft cloth dipped in baking soda and a little lemon juice. Wash and rinse the area Many commercial cleaning products consist of non-biodegradable using a gentle plant-based soap and dry with a clean towel. For preservatives and harsh chemicals that can affect your family’s stubborn cleaning tasks, mix a lathering scrub of equal parts baking health. With just a few common kitchen ingredients, such as white soda, warm water and all-natural vegetable oil-based soap. Apply vinegar, water, baking soda, club soda and lemon, you can make the mixture with a brush and rinse thoroughly with water. (See effective and inexpensive cleaners that won’t release toxins into References 3). your home or the environment. Warnings Ingredients to Avoid White vinegar can corrode and dissolve Cleaning products containing chemical some minerals and certain fabrics made detergents, preservatives and solvents, of acetate. Use only dilute vinegar if including formaldehyde and other you are unsure; test for discoloration on toxins, contribute to indoor air pollution a small, inconspicuous area first. When by releasing harmful fumes called cleaning carpet or other absorbent volatile organic compounds. These toxic materials, provide adequate ventilation compounds can accumulate, causing by opening windows or setting up fans short- and long-term health problems, to dry the material quickly and prevent such as asthma attacks, skin allergies, the growth of mold. Using hot water to vomiting, loss of coordination, memory clean new materials containing glue or loss and cancer, as well as kidney, liver formaldehyde, such as recently installed and central nervous system damage, carpet, can release more VOCs into according to the U.S. Environmental the air. Keep people with chemical Protection Agency (see References 1). sensitivities away from the house when Avoid exposure to these chemicals by cleaning these materials. (See References cleaning with simple natural ingredients, 2 and 5). such as baking soda, mild soaps and plain water (see References 2). References

Liquid Cleaners

1. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Volatile Organic Compounds Use vinegar for a variety of cleaning tasks. 2. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Spray straight vinegar on acid-resistant Natural cleaners made from common kitchen ingredients are Green Homes -- Bedroom surfaces to help disinfect and deodorize safe to use without rubber gloves. 3. Healthy Child Healthy World: Clean (see References 3). Clean windows with With 5 Basic Tools a spray made of 3 tablespoons of vinegar per quart of water (see 4. Healthy Child Healthy World; Recipes for Safer Cleaners; Pamela References 4). Treat fresh red wines stains with club soda before Lundquist; March 2007 the stain has a chance to set (see References 5). To remove tarnish 5. Healthy Child Healthy World: Clean Carpets Without Dangerous from brass and copper, rub the metal with sliced lemons, then rinse Chemicals with water, and pat dry (see References 4). 6. Consumer Reports: Greenerchoices.org; Homemade Household Cleaners: Best Recipes; January 2011 Powdered Cleaners Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, a natural mineral sold in most supermarkets, absorbs odors and is slightly abrasive, making it a good scouring cleaner for sinks, counters, tubs and ovens. To remove greasy stains from carpets, sprinkle baking soda, cornmeal or cornstarch across the stain and let it sit for at least 30 minutes before vacuuming the area thoroughly (see References 5). As a naturally alkaline mineral, baking soda also removes stains from fruit juices and other mild acids (see References 6).

Reprinted with permission from National Geographic’s Green Guide www.thegreenguide.com.

SPORTS & FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE 305.437.0123

Monday

Wednesday

0600-0700 Cardio Kickboxing with Luis- FREE must register a day in advance at front desk 0600-0630 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE 0630-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE 1100-1130 Awesome Abs with SFC Granado- FREE 1130-1200 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE 1200-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE 1230-1300 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE 1200-1300 Yoga with Gabriella 1700-1800 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE 1700-1800 Yoga with Titi - must register by 1300

Tuesday

Thursday

0600-0700 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE 1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy 1100-1200 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE 1200-1300 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE 1200-1300 Power Yoga with Rae 1645-1745 Zumba with Rosi 1700-1800 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE

Friday 0600-0700 Cardio Kickboxing with Luis- FREE - must register a day in advance at front desk

SPOUSES CORNER WANT TO CONTRIBUTE to ACS?

ZIP CODE GROUPS The Zip Code Groups at USSOUTHCOM are organized by place of residence and offer an opportunity to meet new friends. The groups also provide a channel for spouses to get information about what happens at the command and in the surrounding civilian communities. The Zip Code Groups are a means of social interaction and camaraderie for spouses similar to that provided by the Officers and Enlisted Spouses Groups located on traditional military bases. The Zip Code Groups are organized in Doral, Broward County and Homestead. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2665 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:

Zip Code Group Coordinators DORAL, CORAL GABLES, MIAMI LAKES, NORTH MIAMI, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Mayra Marvil, mmarvil@earthlink.net, 305.593.2002; doralzipcode@yahoo.com BROWARD COUNTY, Sabrina Bowman, scott_bowman1969@ yahoo.com; Stephanie Walters, 4teamwalters@gmail.com HOMESTEAD & SOCSOUTH, Kris Rodriguez, sirkesojerdna@ hotmail.com; Fatima Bissonnette, fatimabissonnette@yahoo. com; socsouthfamily@yahoogroups.com

WHOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WHO

Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FAMILY and MWR)

Office of Administration: 305.437.2665 Director - Sheryl Byrd, sheryl.byrd@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 Office of Administration: 305.437.2665 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 Fitness Center, Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, jill.hauser@hq.southcom.mil Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, Francisco.same1@ hq.southcom.mil Recreation Assistants: Angelique Williams, angelique.williams@hq.southcom. mil; Elson Sanchez, elson.sanchez@hq.southcom.mil; Dolly Fernandez, dolores.fernandez@hq.southcom.mil; Jose Fernandez, jose.fernandez@hq.southcom.mil; Alci Montero, alci.montero@hq.southcom.mil; Kevin Ruvalcaba, kevin. ruvalcaba@hq.southcom.mil

Want to make a difference by volunteering? Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (305) 437-2665 or locate an installation volunteer opportunity at www.ArmyOneSource. com. If you have already registered with Army OneSource, click Login and enter your username and password. To register with Army OneSource, click the Register link at the top of the homepage, then click Join Now! To search and apply for volunteer opportunities in and around your military community, click the Opportunity Locator link in the Volunteer Center box on the top of the MY AOS Page. Use the Opportunity Locator screen dropdown menus and textboxes to set up selection criteria, and then click Search to generate a list of volunteer opportunities near you. Next, click a position title to view details about that volunteer opportunity. To apply for a volunteer position, click Apply. Next, enter the required [*] information on the application form, then click Submit to complete the process. You will be contacted by an Organization Point of Contact or the Volunteer Coordinator with a response to your application and more information about the volunteer process.

Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services)

Office of Administration : 305.437.2665 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 - Francisco Brizuela, francisco.brizuela@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 ASAP Clinical Manager/Counselor - John Knoebel, john.knoebel@hq.southcom.mil 305.437.3072 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

Family Support Programs Office of Administration: 305.437.2665 Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, vickie.dubois@us.army.mil Administration - Fred Weddington, fred.weddington1@hq.southcom.mil Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Zimmelman, richard.zimmelman@hq.southcom.mil Employment Readiness/Transition Assistance - Joe Pagan, joe.pagan@hq.southcom.mil Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, joe.walker@hq.southcom.mil Relocation Readiness - Vilma Lesesne, vilma.lesesne@hq.southcom. mil Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - Maddie Husta, madhya.husta@hq.southcom.mil Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - Vacant Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, mary.ortiz@hq.southcom.mil

USSOUTHCOM Clinic Office hours: 0730-1630

For appointments call Services TRICARE enrolled members TRICARE Service Centers Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa Locka Domestic Violence/Child Abuse Dr. Woodrow Wilson woodrow.wilson3@us.army.mil Family Counseling Center Housing Referral Education Service 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 15 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ORLANDO Adults $100/Children $90

October 6 HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS Price TBA Bus Departs Southcom 1pm Bus Departs HHN October 7 2am

November 17 DISNEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MAGIC KINGDOM Adults $88/Children $78

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 Leisure Travel Services Office, 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.