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FEATURES - October 2013 Publisher Advertising Opportunity Knox Staff

Creative ink Ed Snyder Laura Sanders Jennifer Palalay, Iva Pearlstein Stephanie G. J. Powell, Tracy Whitaker Michael Steinmacher, Kerry Weintraub Ramon M. Maisonet

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How to not only endure but thrive during deployment.

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Thriving During Deployment

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What makes some of us early and some of us late.

16 Best Selling Author J.A. Jance at Barr Memorial Library The continuing Authors at your Library series.

18 SHARP October is Domestic Violence Awarness Month.

19 Event Program Guide

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Not Just Surviving, but

Thriving During Deployment

By Stephanie G.J. Powell

A word of caution when dealing with Military Spouses: Do not mention the dirtiest word in our inherited lexicon. The nasty “d-word.” Deployment. D-E-P-L-O-Y-M-E-N-T. Whenever I hear that word, I feel my spine distort, my teeth clench, the corners of my mouth droop towards the floor, and my hands are suddenly damp. My heart assumes the labored beats of longing in anticipation of those lonesome days and nights. If you listen closely, you can sense the changes in my voice. A waver, a drop in tone; the uncertainty is palpable.

It’s a challenge, to say the least, to fight the wishful thinking that plagues Spouses. The deployment “if” game rather than a “when” reality. Deep down I know that separation is always a “when” and almost never an “if.” The better question, I ask myself, is “for how long?”

Without fail those orders are cut from higher, sending loved ones into harm’s way onto the razed fields where freedom is won. No matter how much I try to follow Peter Pan’s advice on thinking happy thoughts, there’s never a magic fairy with supernatural dust that is going to fly my Family up and away to a magical island.

With that in mind, I want to encourage Spouses and Families that a deployment does not have to be a dreadful imprisonment—a cage of seemingly endless months. It can be a period of personal growth and resiliency, rather than defeat. Having discussed and asked other Spouses how they like to stay busy during deployment, I’ve learned many ideas and tips to keep those deployment woes in check.

Work/Volunteer For many Spouses, having a job is not only necessary, but it can also help the days, weeks and months move on by quickly. Fort Knox Spouse, Angela Casper, said that she liked to follow the advice of a friend, “Get a part time job and always keep your resume up-to-date. Don't get too wrapped up in being a wife and mother.

Some day when your kids are grown you may want to go back to

work, and having SAHM (Stay at Home Mom) for 18 years on your résumé may not work.”

Casper also suggested that if you cannot find a job or you are in the market for something that can be more Family flexible, try volunteering. Volunteering is one of the best ways to keep a résumé current without having to work a position that keeps you tied down.

The economy is still on the recovery and companies are adapting to new, vague legislation, making a full-time job a rare find. Even a part-time job can be problematic for many Military Spouses.

There are a myriad of volunteering opportunities on and off post.

Volunteer experience can sharpen and maintain professional skills and keep your résumé competitive. Many of the Spouses I spoke to suggested finding volunteer opportunities with their Family Readiness Groups (FRGs), their children’s school or Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO) or the Fort Knox Red Cross, to name a few.

Check in with the Fort Knox Army Volunteer Corps Program for more opportunities in our area.

One Spouse said that she volunteered with the Daughters of the American Revolution during a previous deployment and worked her way to become the chairperson of Project Patriot. Do not limit yourself to the post only, go out and find something that sparks your interest and get involved!

Keep a Calendar If you do not already keep one, you should start! Buy or make a calendar to keep for your Family. Writing everything that is up-coming can help you keep focused on the months ahead. It can also help you set and achieve goals throughout the deployment.

I know, personally, that if I write something down I am more likely to complete it, and if it is on my calendar, you can bet that I will be there. Another tip that Casper has when it comes to calendar scheduling is to make a plan. “I would plan a special outing for my son and myself,” Casper said. “Every month we had an activity to look forward to like a trip to the beach, a new movie, a pottery class, or a visit to an amusement park.”

By having this physically written down on the calendar, Casper and her Family had something to plan and talk about, other than the return of their Soldier. Looking forward to a trip or event in a current month is much more enjoyable than having the “big return” as the only thing a Family gets excited about. Many Families also like to have some sort of countdown until their Soldier’s return day.

Having a calendar schedule keeps everyone on a routine.

Whether it is work, school, practice, or even the dinner menu, having it on the calendar ensures Family members have some predictability in their lives. Children also love to visually see what’s ahead for them!

Learn Something New Many Spouses find a deployment a great time to finish a degree, or even start one! “While my husband was away,

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I completed my Master’s Degree from Kansas State University,” said Fort Knox Spouse, Katie Fellure. You don’t have to be in a classroom environment to learn something new. Try to learn how to sew, to cook, or even a new language! Fort Knox MWR offers many opportunities for learning a new skill. Framing classes are offered at the Hansen Gallery for instance. Join a bowling league at the Houston Bowling Center. Learn to rock climb at Smith Physical Fitness Center. Take golf lessons at Lindsey Golf Course. With all the extra time available while your Soldier is down range, why not pass the hours with something new to show for it?

Socialize With your “other half” away, it can get pretty lonely having no one to talk to. One of the most valuable things that I have learned as a Military Spouse is to make friends wherever I go. Fort Knox Spouse, Christine Erickson, said it best when she shared what she has done during previous deployments. “My husband is not deployed currently, but in the past, I have found a “battle buddy” - someone that also has a deployed Spouse, and usually has children that are around the same age as my children. We plan events for the weekend, since that is usually the hardest time during the week.

Having a “battle buddy” is just a general deployment survival mechanism,” said Erickson.

help with staying connected and informed during a deployment.

“You can relate to other Families within the FRG on a closer level since they are going through the same thing,” said Jordan. Many FRGs have monthly meetings that inform members of what their Soldiers are doing down range, and they are usually the group that will deliver you exciting news, like when it’s time for your Soldier to come home. Plus, it’s just another opportunity to meet new friends who can help you get through the deployment.

What if you’re new to the area? Military Spouses and Families are at an advantage when it comes to making friends when PCSing to a new duty station. Because Military Families are frequently moving, everyone is in the same boat when it comes to making friends. Look for community events to get yourself out there to meet people, or try starting with your neighbors. Many on post neighborhoods have groups where Families get together often for meals and social hours.

Try starting or becoming a member of a local children’s play group or Bunco night to meet “battle buddies” during the next deployment. Nothing is better than having a great friend to share experiences and stories with, and Military Spouses usually have some of the best ones to share!

Get Involved in the Deployment Don’t let the title of this section mislead you. I’m not suggesting that you have to strap on a pair of boots and ship out, but you can stay connected to what is going on with your Soldier’s unit by becoming involved in your FRG. Caitlin Jordan and Marisa Rincon, two local FRG leaders, agree that getting involved with the FRG can be a big knoxmwr.com

Do Something, Do Anything Chances are, your Soldier is going to be very busy during a nine to 12 month deployment, and you can be, too! The bottom line is that when it comes to passing time you have to do something. Of course, if you just lay on the couch all day watching TV, the deployment period will go by very slowly and painfully. Not to mention if you have children, they will “drive you up the wall” if they are bored with nothing to do. This may be your perfect chance to try as many new things as possible. Travel, take an exercise class, join a book club, and conquer that organization project you’ve been putting off, or find a hobby or craft. If you are still at a loss to find something to do, go to www.knoxmwr.com where you will find all kinds of MWR programs and events.

Blue Star Card One benefit that you have while your Spouse is deployed is that you can enroll for a Blue Star Card. Blue Star Card members are eligible for free childcare hours, free or discounted tickets to events and facilities on post, opportunities to explore places and activities in the local area, and much more. There is always a little something for everyone!

If there is one last piece of advice I could leave any Military Family regarding deployment, or Military life, it would be a phrase that I have heard many spouses say, “It’s all what you make of it.”

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Prost! Fort Knox Celebrates German Traditions Germany, it is a wonderful opportunity to learn something about German culture.

By Iva Pearlstein

Popular German traditions are celebrated at Fort Knox in October that allows participants to imagine they are in die Heimat (the homeland.) Picture yourself in Munich, Germany, when you attend the seventh annual Oktoberfest to be held at The Saber & Quill on October 18 at 5 p.m. “Weather permitting, the event will take place outside under fest tents and on the Verandah.

Fiddlers Green will be open if the weather is a bit cooler than expected,” said Mandy Zilisch, Saber & Quill Manager. “A variety of German food, German beer to include Oktoberfest and seasonal beers, wine and other beverages will be available.”

Oktoberfest, the world’s largest folk festival held every fall in Munich, Germany, began in October of 1810 when Bavaria’s Crown Prince Ludwig I married Theresa of Saxony. To celebrate the union, the townsfolk threw a party in a large field outside the city where only beer brewed in Munich was served. Because it was so popular, the event was repeated a year later. Ever since, the Theresienwiese (Theresa’s meadow) has continued to be the site of Germany’s Oktoberfest every year. Today, it is considered to be one of the largest festivals in the world attracting visitors from all over the globe.

Today’s Oktoberfest features seven enormous beer tents where only Munich-brewed beer is sold by “the mass” which equals one liter. Just to illustrate the enormity of the crowds attending the festivities, the Lowenbrau Bier tent seats 8,500 people and the Spatenbrau Bier tent seats 7,400 people. In addition to beer, pretzels, baked goods, 70 - 90 spit-fire roasted oxen are consumed during the sixteen days of the Oktoberfest in Munich.

Although far away from the Theresienwiese, “MWR transforms The Saber & Quill to bring a little Germany to Fort Knox,” said Zilisch. American and German cultures come together and those that have visited Oktoberfest in Germany can be reminded of those enjoyable times. Even if you haven’t experienced it in knoxmwr.com

The Saber & Quill’s Oktoberfest will start with the Rheingold Band at 5 p.m. The musicians wear traditional German lederhosen - short leather pants held up by decorative suspenders. The outfits, along with the up-beat tempo of their music, will certainly set the stage for guests to get in the spirit of the celebration. “The Rheingold Band is a high-energy German Band that plays authentic German music including Polkas, Waltzes, and the ever popular Chicken Dance,” said Zilisch.

The popular German game Beer Krug Stem Wettbewerb will be played at The Saber & Quill Oktoberfest event. Beer Krug Stem Wettbewerb translates to lifting a one liter stein of beer out in front of you with your arm extended at shoulder height for as long as possible. It sounds easier than it is!

This event allows us to experience Gemuetlichkeit at Fort Knox. This German word, which doesn’t really translate to a single English word, can mean sociability, a comfortable friendliness or simply feeling at home! The event is free and open to the public. Food and beverages can be purchased. For more information about The Saber & Quill’s Oktoberfest, call (502) 942-0959 ext. 216.

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By Tracy Whitaker

Anyone can run, but everything changes when you are running for your life from Zombies! Test your speed, strength and endurance at the Fort Knox Zombie 5 Mile Run on October 19 at 5 p.m. starting at Brady Loop Trailhead next to the Dog Park and Caruso Sports Complex. Runners must finish the race with three balloons intact. Should the Zombies pop all of your balloons before the finish line, you become a Zombie too!

Would you rather start off as a Zombie? Sign up to be part of the infected Zombie group through October 11! The cost is $10 and includes a t-shirt.

Zombies should wear their own outfits and have makeup done; however, a few makeup artists will be on hand to help you get into the spirit of the event. “The Zombies’ job is to hide throughout the 5 Mile Run course and pop the balloons of the runners to infest them with the Zombie Virus,” said Shannon Wolfrum, Director of Sports and Fitness.

free admission to the Landing Zone’s annual Halloween Bash on October 26 starting at 8 p.m. The club will be spookily decorated for the occasion and the DJ will entertain you throughout the night with the haunted sounds of Halloween. The traditional Halloween costume contest will kick off at the stroke of midnight. Food and drink specials will also be available. The Halloween Bash is open to the public for all Soldiers 18 years and older and Civilians 21 years and older. A free shuttle is available for Fort Knox residents from 7 p.m. until 4 a.m.

Those brave enough to face the Zombies as runners should sign up through October 11. The cost is $10 and includes a t-shirt. “Try to avoid the Zombies and make it to the end of the race with all three balloons un-popped,” challenged Wolfrum.

The Zombie 5 Mile Run is open to the public, however, participants must be 13 years and older. All Zombies and 5 Mile Run runners 18 years and older will receive

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To register for the Zombie 5 Mile Run, visit www.knoxmwr.com and use Service Xpress or register at Gammon Physical Fitness Center. For more information on the Zombie 5 Mile Run, call (502) 624-8081. For more information on the Landing Zone’s annual Halloween Bash, call (502) 942-0409.

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The Evolution of Building 1118

By Stephanie G.J. Powell

Because of the United States involvement in World War I, it was necessary to establish new Military stations to train troops for war. In 1918, Camp Knox became one of the country’s newest Military camps in order to keep up with the demand for training. Primarily used as an artillery camp, Camp Knox was named after General Henry Knox, Chief of Artillery in the Revolutionary War. Along with artillery, Camp Knox also made advancements for the era by building Kentucky’s first airfield, Godman Airfield. But sadly, after forces were reduced in the 1920’s, Camp Knox was closed until 1931 when LTC Adna R. Chaffee, Jr. and COL Daniel Van Voorhis recommended Camp Knox become the headquarters for the Mechanized Cavalry because of its size and terrain.

Because of their recommendation, Camp Knox has since been known as Fort Knox.

After the decision was made to make Fort Knox a permanent United States Military installation, there was a quick demand for more stable structures, leaving its previous “tent-cities” behind. Between the years 1933 and 1935, 99 structures were constructed on Fort Knox, forming its cantonment area.

With the 1st Cavalry Regiment being transferred to the installation in 1931, there was a need for an officers’ club on the post, and Building 1118 was one of the first structures built for that purpose. It, along with the other 98 structures constructed on the installation during the era, was funded by a nation-wide 10-year Army construction project that strived to improve the living conditions for Soldiers and their Families. The Quartermaster Corps was responsible for the construction and the drawings representing the Georgian Colonial Revival style of much of the historic buildings on Fort Knox. Known as the Saber & Quill today, Building 1118 was referred to as The Officer’s Club, or Leader’s Club, because of its purpose of hosting Army Officers.

Over time, Building 1118 has been one of the post’s most used facilities.

Considered part of the Fort Knox historic district because of its familiar Georgian Colonial Revival style, the building has grown and changed based on the needs of the Army and those of Fort Knox. The original building faces Chaffee Avenue, and remains close to its original style. It may follow the same structural style of many structures in the historic district, but one thing that sets it apart from the rest is its unique fireplace mantel built by President Abraham Lincoln’s father, Thomas Lincoln. Built in the 19th century, the mantel was made by Thomas intended for the Hardin Thomas home, which was located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, at Freeman Lake Park. In 1919,

MAJ William Radcliffe purchased the mantel for Camp Knox and it was later installed in 1934, completing Building 1118. Visitors today can still see the fireplace mantel in what is now known as the “Lincoln Room,” a room that is decorated and themed after President Lincoln and the time that he spent living in Kentucky.

Other than the addition of the mantel, the facility has seen many changes since its original construction. In 1957, a significant addition was made to the south side of the building, along with later upgrades in 1966, 1978, 1982, and 2012, ultimately adapting throughout the years to the style of Army Leadership.

In June 2012, The Leader’s Club showed its adaptability to the times by changing its name to The Saber & Quill. Because of the changing environment and social practices between Officer and Enlisted Soldiers, The Saber & Quill became no longer just intended for leaders. Frequent events at the facility are hosted for Soldiers and their Families, Department of Defense Civilian employees, and the Fort Knox community. The Saber & Quill also is host to the post’s Right Arm Night, usually held the last Friday of the month, where members of the Fort Knox community can bring their ‘right arm’ and treat them to a social hour regardless of rank or position. The dining and event facility also hosts many events throughout the year, many taking place in some of the different themed rooms. Two of its newest additions are The Saber & Quill Verandah, an outdoor dining and entertainment area equipped with a large fireplace and TV monitors, and the Woodford Reserve Room which is the only Woodford Reserve themed room in the Army.

Over the years, Building 1118 has adapted and reinvented itself by changing its name, purpose, and appearances based on the evolved social interests of the Army, but one thing is for sure - it is the perfect representation of Army life. Its walls are resilient and it will continue to stand the test of time, ready to serve whatever purpose Fort Knox and the Army need of it, while still holding on to its traditional style and feel for its patrons to enjoy for years to come. knoxmwr.com

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TIME and TIME Again

By Ramon M. Maisonet

“Lost time is never found again.”

This amazing revelation provided by the great Benjamin Franklin, and our own understanding of time, is the motivation behind what makes some of us punctual, and others a few minutes late.

What makes some of us turn in reports at work early while some flirt dangerously with the deadline? What allows some of us to flow through the day seemingly floating from one task and appointment to another with little ordeal while it has other constantly asking the question, “Where did the time go?”

other people. They are going to happen, so plan for them and know how to react to them. If you are busy, let your call go to voicemail. Does that email demand an urgent reply? Does the emergency of someone else become yours? Know the difference and don’t be afraid to say “No.”

Enough Already! (Learn to say “No”)

Speaking of the word “No,” that brings us to our last point about just that–saying no. Really, it’s just that simple. Start evaluating the things that people ask you to do. Not by the size of the task, but the amount of time that it will take for you to do it.

Chances are good that, at some point in your life, and maybe even now, you’ve struggled with time management. You may have taken a class on it, read a book or even tried a paper-based day planner to schedule your day. Why haven’t they worked? The answer could be that you are focusing on the wrong areas.

Time is time: 24 hours in a day, 60 minutes in an hour–there is no negotiating that. What can be negotiated, however, are the techniques in which you put time on your side. So, without delay, let me share with you some simple, but effective, techniques to become the master of your own T.I.M.E. and not a slave to it:

Time Wasters (Where are they?)

There are countless ways you waste time. The first step to addressing your “time wasters” is to identify them. Want to know what eats up gobs of your time during the day? It’s Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google Plus+, checking personal email, “Angry Birds,” “Pet Rescue” and “Candy Crush”. How do I know? I’m a recovering addict of most of these.

The point I’m trying to make here is that everybody has “time-wasters,” your habits will let you know where they are. When you find them, the question (and challenge) will become to discipline yourself to actually reduce the time you spend on them.

Internet Calendars

Get one! Most internet calendars have a reminder function. If you have an important meeting to attend, set that reminder 15 minutes before.

Another advantage is that you can share your calendar with others– especially an accountability partner to help you stay on track.

I recommend beginning each day with a review of the events of the day–setting most of your time and attention around the “big” or most important event.

The biggest challenge to some of you is that you are “wired” to prefer a spontaneous way of life. You like to be flexible and avoid structure, which is all good and well. However, understanding your personality type means that you have to create some type of system to keep your own “flexibility” from causing you to lose track of your days.

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I want you to think of it this way: every time that you say “yes” and commit to someone, you are writing a blank check that at some point the other person is going to “cash.” In other words, they’re going to ask you to take the time to fulfill your commitment. If you are not careful, you can find yourself overdrawn. Set a boundary and start saying “No” when you’ve reached it. Credit cards have limits, so should you!

Lao Tzu once said,

“Time is a created thing. To say ‘I don’t have time’ is to say ‘I don’t want to.’”

In other words, you will never change anything about your day until you change the things you do daily. That means disciplining your habits. Over time, implementing these tips will help you develop better habits. Because ultimately, people do not decide how their day is going to go, their habits do.

New York Times Bestselling Author

Author J. A. Jance to Speak at Barr Memorial Library

By Megan Miler

Barr Memorial Library welcomes New York Times bestselling author J.A. Jance as part of the Authors at your Library Series on October 8 at noon. Jance will discuss and sign her newest book, “Second Watch”,which is part of the “J.P. Beaumont” series. In this book, Jance delves into Beaumont’s earlier life during the time he served in the Vietnam War. She also includes a character from her past. LT Davis is modeled after a boy Jance knew in high school who went to West Point and was later killed in action in Vietnam. This book questions what is owed to those Military servicemen and women that make the decision to serve their country.

Jance’s dream of becoming a writer began in the second grade after reading the “Wizard of Oz” series. While she was the first person in her family to go to college, she was met with resistance when attempting to pursue creative writing at the University of Arizona. According to Jance, the professor who taught the course believed that women should not be writers, and as a result, she was not admitted into the program. That setback didn’t

stifle her dream; it just took a little longer to attain it. Eleven years later she wrote her first three books and as the saying goes, “The rest is history.” In 1985, she published her first mystery book featuring detective, J.P. Beaumont. Since then she has added over twenty books to that series.

Jance has published over 40 books with 23 million copies in print. She has written four series to include the “J.P. Beaumont, Joanna Brady, Ali Reynolds, and the Walker Family” series. Her repertoire includes an autobiographical book of poetry titled “After the Fire”.

This is a free program that is open to everyone. Soldiers attending in uniform will receive a free autographed copy of one of her bestsellers while supplies last. Books will be available for purchase. For more information, call (502) 624-1232 or visit barrlibrary.org.

Strength on Fort Knox

By Iva Pearlstein

Beyond fall activities and festivities, October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence can be stopped or prevented. The Department of Defense (DOD) provides services and resources on installations around the world to help prevent the violence before it begins. Fort Knox supports this goal through a strong program with dedicated personnel including Roger Dickerson and Jennifer Davis at Army Community Service (ACS).

Dickerson is the Sexual Harassment Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) Program Manager for the Garrison and also serves as a liaison for the installation. New to his current position and highly motivated from his SHARP experience as an Active Duty Soldier, he articulated, “The program at Fort Knox is in position to help Soldiers and poised to become stronger.”

Responsible as both the SHARP Program Victim Advocate for the Garrison and as the Domestic Violence Victim Advocate for the Installation, Davis stated, “My purpose is to give the victim a voice.”

Dickerson believes the opportunity to eradicate sexual assault and harassment in the Military exists because the new generation of Soldiers is not afraid to report incidents and bring light to the issues.

Annual SHARP training is mandatory and an annual requirement for all Units and Garrison personnel on Fort Knox. The (Intervene Act Motivate) I.A.M. Strong class encourages participants to take it personally for the protection of fellow Soldiers and Civilian colleagues. If a Unit does not have its own SHARP representative, someone from the mobile SHARP training team will be assigned to carry out the training. Statistics are presented and definitions are given so participants learn what to look out for, and how sexual harassment leads to sexual assault. What falls under the category of unacceptable behavior is clearly explained. Reporting options are presented and victims learn where to go for help. Videos are used to enhance the training. “One of my goals is to meet with the Unit Commanders and Fort Knox Command Team to achieve unified support of SHARP,” said Dickerson.

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In both of her roles on Fort Knox, Davis acts as an advocate for the victim, providing help and support. For those that are victims of violence, she assists with medical care and legal issues along with serving as a liaison between Command and the victim. Her experience as the SHARP Program Victim Advocate leads her to believe, “The magnitude of the problem is comparable to the civilian sector and a young woman in the Army is no more at risk than she would be away at college.”

Davis described the very moving Silent Witness Program, an event held on Fort Knox in October 2012 recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Life-size red silhouettes were placed in strategic locations around Fort Knox, such as the gyms and Main Exchange.

Each one of the 18 silhouettes represented a Military domestic violence death from around the country including 2 local deaths.

“The purpose was to give a voice to the victims of domestic violence because the trials tend to focus on the perpetrators,” Davis explained. This powerful event generated a great deal of positive feedback and Davis hoped it would encourage victims to take action before it was too late.

Davis encourages support of SpringHaven, Inc., the primary domestic violence program site for the Lincoln Trail Area, by participating as a runner or volunteer at the Color Run to be held on October 12 at Freeman Lake in Elizabethtown. Proceeds from the 5k run will benefit SpringHaven, Inc. For more information, visit the websites listed below.

Army Community Service Roger Dickerson, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (502) 624-3323 Jennifer Davis, Victim Advocate Coordinator (502) 624-4076 www.army.mil/sharp thecolorrun.com/elizabethtown/ www.springhaveninc.org

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