The Bear Necessities July 2013

Red, White & Blue Golf Tournament at the Chena Bend Golf Course July 4 4th of July Celebration at the Warrior Zone Arctic Tough Mudder at the Physical Fitness Center July 13

VOLUME 4, ISSUE 9 | JULY 2013

Youth Punt, Pass & Kick at the MWR Sports Complex July 13

BEAR

National Ice Cream Day at the LFCAC July 19 BOWL-B-Q at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center July 20 Ice Cream Skedaddle 5k at the Physical Fitness Center July 27

WWW.FTWAINWRIGHTFMWR.COM | Directorate of Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation.

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER | Bldg. 3709 | 353-7223 SWIM LESSONS

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES All classes are held at the PFC.

Hour of Power: Group Strength

Tuesdays & Thursdays 12–1245

Turbo Kick

Mondays and Wednesdays: 1700-1800

Group Cycling

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 1200 Tuesdays & Thursdays 0630 and 1700 Saturdays 1000

Zumba

Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays: 1815

Level I: Tuesdays & Thursdays July 23-August 15 1045-1130 Level I: Wednesdays & Fridays July 24-August 16 1045-1130 Registration: July 16-24 or until class is full. Registration is conducted at PFC, on a first-come-first serve basis. All swim lessons are held at the Melaven Swim Center, Bldg. 3452.

Class descriptions: No minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor. 8 lessons, $25/per student, limited to 6 students.

T-shirts given to the first 100 participants who register the morning of the race.

For more information, call 353-7223.

SCHOOL AGE CENTER | Bldg. 4166 | 361-7394

SAC

SUMMER

FOOD PROGRAM [2]

JUNE 3 - AUGUST 21 8 to 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

For more information, call 361-7394.

Meals will be made available to enrolled CYSS children (Grades K-6) at no separate charge. Space is limited and patrons will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis.

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE | Bldg. 3401 | 353-4227 For a complete list of ACS classes and workshops, visit www.calendarwiz.com/ftwainwrightfmwr or call 353-4227.

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION & INFORMATION FAIR 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31: 0900-1600 LFCAC, Building 1044

Garrison Newcomers Orientation provides information for Soldiers, Family members and Civilians new to FWA within 60 days. Mandatory for Soldiers. Spouses and Civilians are strongly encouraged to attend.

SOLDIER AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER IS NOW SERVING ALL IDES/MEB SOLDIERS

On-site services include: - Army Career and Alumni Counselor, 353-4339 - Information, Referral and Follow-Up, 353-5878/5879 - VA Vocational, Rehabilitation and Employment Counselor, 353-4335 - Computer lab, fax, digital sender and copy machine For more information, stop by or call 353-5878/5879. After hour appointments are available by appointment.

VETERANS BENEFITS

Tuesdays, 1000; Thursdays, 1300 Building 3414, Rhineland Ave.

Instructor Tom Hutto, VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Counselor, will lead the session.

For more information, call 353-4335.

SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES PARKING

To honor and recognize the sacrifice of Family members who have lost a loved one in military service, there are designated reserved parking for Families of the Fallen throughout the garrison.

FEDERAL CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE FURLOUGH ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS OF OPERATION Effective: 8 July 2013 - 23 September 2013

Mondays: 0730-1630 Tuesdays: 0730-1630 Wednesdays: 0730-1630 Thursdays: 0730-1630 Fridays: CLOSED For emergency assistance during closure for emergency travel and privation (i.e., food, shelter) please contact the American Red Cross at 1-877-272-7337.

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PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER | Bldg. 3709 | 353-7223

2nd annual

JULY 13, 12 P.M. BIRCH HILL SKI AREA

Registration starts at 11:15 a.m. Prizes given to the first 125 entrants who register and complete the course. Participants must be 14 years of age or older. For more information, call 353-7223.

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NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER | Bldg. 3702 | 353-2654

X-BOWLING

Connect and compete with friends and family from bowling centers around the world through the power of social mobile.

CHEER UP THE LONELY DAY

July 11 A Red Pin strike wins you a game at no additional cost. $2.50/ game available 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Regular shoe rental rates apply.

NATIONAL PARENT’S DAY

July 22, 1100-1800 Fee: $10/hour for up to 6 bowlers Bring your folks and enjoy Rent-A-Lane Special Bowling.

Regular shoe rental rates apply.

KIDS BOWL FREE Stop by for registration information or visit www. kidsbowlfree.com.

NEW SUMMER HOURS EFFECTIVE 6 JULY - 15 SEP 2013 Wed. & Thurs. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Fri. 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.

Sat. 2 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Sun. 2 to 9 p.m.

BOWL-B-Q

July 20 1300-1900 Family style BBQ, bouncy hut, Challenge Bowl 2100-2400 Live entertainment

COSMIC BOWL

Friday and Saturday nights, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. with a live DJ every Saturday night!

LUNCHTIME FUN WITH HEAD-PIN BOWLING!

Let us serve your lunch lane side while you try your skill at striking

a frame with a colored head-pin to win free game! Just $2.50 per game, available 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

MOTHERLODE CAFÉ-NATIONAL HOT DOG MONTH Quarter pound all-beef hot dog, fries and large fountain drink just $7.

GOLD RUSH LOUNGE This month’s drink special is the Smoked Salmon Bloody Mary! Enjoy our special Wednesday’s After Work Hungry Hour, 5 to 7 p.m., half-price on select appetizers!

YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS | Bldg. 1049 | 353-7482

SOCCER

$55 (Ages 5-18)

Season Date: July 15 - Sept 7

FLAG FOOTBALL $55 (Ages 5-18)

Season Date: July 15 - Sept 7

CHEERLEADING $55 (Ages 5-18)

Season Date: July 15 - Sept 7

DEVELOPMENTAL SOCCER $20 (Ages 3-4)

Developmental Soccer is a Season Date: July 22- August 29

CROSS COUNTRY CLUB

Questions/Registering for ALL Summer Sports:

All youth must be registered with CYS Services and have an up to date physical on file in order to enroll for any sport. To register, go to Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049 #2. For more information, call 353-7713.

Interested in being a parent volunteer?

Pick up volunteer forms at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049 #2.

Cost TBD (Ages 5-18) Date: July15-August 10

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OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER | Bldg. 4050 | 361-6349 Beginner Rock Climbing

7/5 & 7/28, 0800-1700 Fee: $15 Equipment including helmets, harnesses, shoes, ropes, belay devices, and carabiners is provided.

Bring lunch, snacks, and drinks.

Table Top Mountain Family Hike

7/6, 0800-1700 Fee: $15 Experience the beauty of summer! Bring good hiking shoes, water and a lunch.

Women in the WildernessAlaska Range Hike

7/6, 0700-1900 Fee: $15 Ladies, this day hike will take us into the high country in the mountains Pack some water, snacks, lunch and extra pair of shoes (old sneakers are great!) to cross the river in.

Dall River Pike Hunt

7/5-7/7, 0800 Fee: $200 An Alaska State Fishing License is required!

Bring breakfast, fishing rod and reel, tackle, small cooler, bug dope, rain gear, sleeping bag and pad. We provide transportation, tents, coolers with ice, lunch and evening meals.

Fungus Among Us

7/12, 1700-1900 Fee: free Bring your mushrooms with you and Dr. Sveta may be able to tell you how to prepare them.

Gulkana Glacier Hike

7/13 & 7/20, 0700-1900 Fee: $15 An Alaskan adventure hike surrounded by jagged mountain peaks. Bring a lunch and something to drink.

Quartz Creek ATV Run

7/13, 0800 Fee: $75 Depart from the ORC at 8:30 am. ATV’s, helmets, goggles and transportation are provided. Bring lunch, gloves, over the ankle boots, drinks and snacks, and daypack with

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bungee cord to strap to the ATV. An ATV Safety Course is required prior to the departure date.

Gulkana Glacier Hike

Women in the WildernessRock Climbing

Alaska Range Hike

7/14, 0900-1700 Fee: $15 Ladies, head to Grapefruit Rocks to try your hand at outdoor climbing. All gear is provided.

Bring a lunch, something to drink, and an adventurous attitude!

ATV Safety Course

7/14, 1300 This ATV Safety course is required for any of the ATV programs we will be running this summer. Be sure to bring gloves and a good pair of over the ankle boots.

Tennis shoes are not allowed!

Wild Edibles Walk

7/19, 1700-1800 Fee: Free Learn how to look for berries and other yummy Alaskan delicacies and enjoy the great outdoors!

Talkeetna River Reds

7/19-7/21 Departs: 0800 Fee: $175 An Alaska State Fishing License is required!

Transportation, lunch and dinner, tents and the charter boat are provided. Bring a light breakfast, fishing gear, camping equipment, drinks and snacks.

Family Rock Climbing

7/27, 0900-1700 Fee: $15 No experience necessary. Be sure to bring water, snacks, lunch and active clothing.

UPCOMING AUGUST TRIPS

8/3, 0700-1900 Fee: $15

8/4, 0700-1800 Fee: $15

Family Archery 8/9, 1700-1900 Fee: $3

Women in the Wilderness Glacier Hike 8/10, 0700-1700 Fee: $15

Beginner Rock Climbing 8/10 & 8/24, 0900-1700 Fee: $15

Quartz Creek ATV Run 8/10, 0800 Fee: $75

Family Berry Picking 8/11, 0900-1700 Fee: $10

Boater Safety Course 8/11, 0900-1200; 1300-1600

Seward Deep Sea Fishing 8/15-8/18 Departs: 0800 Fee: $275

Pinnell Mt. Trail Backpacking 8/16-8/18 Departs: 0700 Fee: $105

Valdez Silver Salmon 8/23-8/25, 0800 Fee: $225

Wickersham Dome Hike 8/25, 0900-1700 Fee: $15

Dall River Pike Hunt

Alaska Range Hike

8/2-8/4, 0800 Fee: $200

8/30, 0700-1800 Fee: $15

Upper Nenana Paddle

Family River Kayak

8/3-8/4, 0800 Fee: $90

8/31, 1100-1400 Fee: $10

FISCHER SKEET RANGE | Bldg. 1172 | 353-7869

FAMILY FUN SHOOT July 13, 12 to 5 p.m.

FUN SHOOT

July 28, 12 to 5 p.m. *Days and events are subject to change, weather pending.

Want to set up a Private Organization on Post?

In order to be recognized as a Fort Wainwright Private Organization you must establish and submit the required Private Organization packet. For information and packet processing, please contact the Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor at 353-7740.

Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor Bldg. 1045, 2nd Floor Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-9501

What are Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS?

Family and MWR locally funds dividends to Units for the collective benefit of all unit members for off-duty morale, welfare and recreational purposes; all unit members must have the opportunity to participate in the activity supported with unit funds dividends.

The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, through the NAF Support Management Division, maintains all Unit Funds. Please call the Unit Funds Advisor for more information and instructions on establishing and maintaining Unit Funds (907) 353-7765.

Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS Family and MWR Unit Funds Advisor Bldg. 1045, 2nd floor Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-7765 WAINDFMWRFMO@us.army.mil

MFLC

Military & Family Life Consultants

388-2553

Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and other daily life issues.

ABUSE.

Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 799-9770.

To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse, contact 353-7535 (24/7).

For Sexual Assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7).

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AUTO SKILLS CENTER | Bldg. 3730 | 353-7436

AUTO SKILLS CENTER UNDER CONSTRUCTION FOR LIFT BAY REPLACEMENTS 20 JUN-10 JUL

All Auto Skills bay areas will be closed for customer use to work on vehicles. The tire repair area will remain open for customer use.

Custom service orders conducted by Auto Skills staff will be available by appointment. 353-7436.

11 JUL-14 AUG

Facility will be open for customer use; the entire lift bay area will be available for use as flat bays.

15-28 AUG

Facility will be closed. Custom service orders conducted by Auto Skills staff will be available by appointment. 353-7436.

Entire facility with all new left bays will re-open August 29 (projected completion date).

Outside car wash and towing are still available 24/7.

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YOUTH SERVICES | Bldg. 4109 | 361-5437

All camps run Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Summer fun at the Youth Center!

Adventure Alaska with Outdoor Rec July 8-12

Strike a Pose July 8-12

Discover and explore Alaska’s natural beauty through a lens! Learn basic knowledge and skills of outdoor photography to include animals, flowers, landscapes, and more. A photo exhibit on Friday will showcase the art for family and friends.

Red Fish, Blue Fish!

July 15-19

Explore the lakes and rivers of Fairbanks and Interior Alaska with the Youth Center. Learn how to prepare and cook your fish. All equipment will be provided. Participants must have a fishing license.

Robin Hood Archery July 22-26

Learn how to navigate the land, kayak and canoe the rivers and much more to create memories of summer living in Alaska!

Go camping overnight to Chena Lake for fishing, hiking and fun under the Alaskan sun. Participants must have a fishing license.

Learn how to safely use a bow and arrow with an expert. Target practice is offered daily.

Competitions will be held on various days with a grand championship to round out the week!

6th Grade Entry Week July 29-August 2

Explore Interior Alaska July 29-August 2

Sixth grade is a major transition. Join us during this free, week-long camp to explore and learn what the Youth Center has to offer to make this academic year a successful one.

Gold panning, Alaskan culture, and wildlife viewing are some of the fun adventures that await you!

Experience it all against the stunning backdrop of the Alaskan Range mountains and vast wild spaces.

Museum at UAF Botanical Gardens Swimming at Melaven Skeet Shooting Riverboat Archery Swimming at Melaven Frisbee Golf Kayaking Swimming at Melaven Segway Tours Rock Climbing at UAF

No cost No cost No cost No cost $25* No cost No cost No cost No cost No cost $10 (High School only) No cost

8/1 8/3 8/5 8/7 8/8 8/10 8/12 8/14 8/15

Picnic at the Lake Swimming at Melaven Tubing at Birch Lake Skeet Shooting White Water Rafting Swimming at Melaven Horseback Riding Denali Railroad Kayaking

No cost No cost No cost No cost $25* No cost $20 $25* No cost

*These trips will be leaving in the morning

7/8 7/9 7/13 7/15 7/17 7/18 7/20 7/22 7/25 7/27 7/29 7/30

9th Grade Transition August 5-9

Spend a week with the youth center staff learning about academic and leadership opportunities we offer while having some fun before school starts.

Lights, Camera, Action!

August 5-9

Want to learn the ropes of film production AND be a star on the big screen?

Go behind the scenes at a local news station and learn to use green screen technology to produce a short film or television show.

Camp Costs Cat I Cat II Cat III Cat IV Cat V Cat VI Cat VII Cat VIII Cat IX

(0-$29,865) ($29,866-$36,264) ($36,265-$46,930) ($46,931-$58,662) ($58,663-$74,661) ($74,662-$86,343) ($86,344-$101,580) ($101,581-$126,975) ($126,976+)

$31 $39 $48 $55 $64 $69 $70 $72 $73

Healthy lunches and snacks are included in the cost and offered daily.

sp The Youth Center is located in Bldg. 4109, Neely Rd. Fort Wainwright, Alaska QUESTIONS? Call 361-5437 or stop by for a visit!

Permission slips are required for ALL field trips or any events held outside of normal hours of operation.

Activities listed in this brochure is subject to change depending on weather and/or extenuating circumstances.

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SADD

SOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING

353-6610

For a free ride home.

Brought to you by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers.

Weekends

(including training holidays)

2300-0300

Denali Camping/White Water Rafting Trips July 12-13; Cost: $25

Enjoy Alaska summer camping in the Denali wilderness. There will be a safety brief before departure. Space is limited, be sure to contact your B.O.S.S. rep as soon as possible. Open to B.O.S.S. members. For information, call 353-7648.

Denali Camping/ATV Trips July 5-6; Cost: $25

All soldiers will be required to have their ATV safety card, and proper PPE (long pants, long sleeve shirt, gloves). There will be a safety brief before departure. Space is limited, be sure to contact your B.O.S.S. rep as soon as possible. Open to B.O.S.S. members. For information, call 353-7648.

Skydiving in Wasilla

July 19-21; Cost: $125 (80% discount!)

Enjoy the summer life with B.O.S.S.! Stay at JBER, shop in Anchorage, and for the rush of your life, go sky diving the next day. There will be a safety brief before departure. Space is limited, be sure to contact your B.O.S.S. rep as soon as possible. Open to B.O.S.S. members. For information, call 353-7648.

Fishing in Seward, Alaska July: 14-17; 21-24; 28-31 August: 04-07; 11-14; 18-21; 25-28

This is great chance for all those with a love for fishing!

All soldiers who attend will be required to have a fishing license, and pay for their own meals.

Family members are welcome to join but at their own cost. Open to all soldiers on post.

For information, call 353-7648.

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Sign up for August classes now!

To register, call 353-7713. For information on specific classes, call 353-3220.

Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

GEO ADVENTURE TREASURE HUNTING WITH A GPS

8/3, 1000-1130 Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd. $10/Family (all ages) Learn how to track all your activity on line as you find your treasures!

GPS equipment for this class is provided.

KARATE

• 4 Year-Olds & Parents Thursdays, 1730-1800 $40/student (class fee includes parent fee in this class only)

• Family Karate Tues. & Thurs., 1800-1900 $65/student (ages 5+)

SNEAK PEEK

8/3, 1200-1500 Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. Find out what’s happening at SKIESUnlimited and other CYSS facilities.

We have activities for all ages and classes that also include parent participation so you can join in the fun. Enjoy a glass of lemonade and a free Make & Take. To register for this no cost activity, please call 353-7713.

SKIES EXPLORATION Wednesdays: 1200-1245 Murphy Hall basement, Bldg. 1045 $45/student (ages 2-5) Explore a variety of science, arts, crafts and cooking activities.

SKIES MOVE IT, MOVE IT

Please call to sign up.

Wednesdays: 1100-1145 (ages 2-5) Murphy Hall basement, Bldg. 1045 Fee: $45 This is a movement and physical activity class that will encourage your young child to move, shake and wiggle their way to fun!

PAPER GIFT CRAFTS:

8/17, 8/24; 1200-1330 $35/student (ages 6-11) Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd. Students will make paper craft gifts including an unfolding gift box and a scrap book/journal.

Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

RECYCLED FASHIONSSTAINED “TRASH INTO GLASS MOSAIC TREASURE” 8/10, 17, 24; 1430-1600 Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. $50 (this is a Parent & Child class-Parents may participate for a materials fee of $15) This class will focuses on the safety of working with glass, cutting glass, soldering and finishing.

(Students will complete 1 glass project, a sun catcher for ages 10+, or a glass mosaic tile for ages under 10.) while learning the steps needed to learn the art of working with stained glass using the copper foil method.

DRAW & PAINT:

8/3, 10, 17, 24; 1300-1430 Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. $45/student (ages 11+) Students will learn the basic skills of drawing and sketching and how to incorporate color into their work using mix media. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

8/1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 1700-1830 Murphy Hall basement, Bldg. 1045 $45/student (ages 6-11) Create a recycled fashion statement from a selection of discarded packaged materials like bags, cans, and bottles! You are welcome to bring in your own collection of recyclables.

Examples include: Capri juice packs, pop tops, packing peanuts, etc.

Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

DIGITAL ARTS:

8/6, 13, 20, 27; 1700-1830 Murphy Hall basement, Bldg. 1045 $45/student (ages 11-18) Students will learn about using digital media to include photography, video and computer enhancements. This class will also show how to use media in journaling.

Are you looking for quality, affordable child care?

Call a licensed Family Child Care Provider.

A FCC home is a certified family housing program under the jurisdiction of the Post Commander in which authorized CYS care is provided to families of Fort Wainwright.

BEWARE OF UNAUTHORIZED, UNSAFE, AND UNINSPECTED HOMES ADVERTISING ILLEGAL CARE ON FACEBOOK AND CRAIGSLIST. Stop by Parent Central Services to place your child in Family Child Care.

Bldg.1049 #2 or call 353-7713.

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LFCAC | Bldg. 1044 | 353-7755

WARRIOR ZONE | Bldg. 3205 | 353-1087

1600-2300 AT THE WARRIOR ZONE

•HOT DOG EATING CONTEST •HORSE SHOE TOURNAMENT •WIFFLE BALL HOMERUN HITTING CONTEST •FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIALS Open to DoD card holders ages 18+.

For more information, call 353-1087.

In celebration of National Ice Cream Appreciation Day the LFCAC will be giving away free ice cream to DoD card holders and their dependants. Bring the kids on down for a free scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream and a variety of toppings to choose from. Spend the afternoon with us and beat the heat!

This event is sponsored in part by:

July 6: 8 Ball Pool Tournament 1st game 9 ball 2nd 10 ball for 3rd game if needed

No U.S. army endorsement implied.

Bouncy Hut Night

7/11, 7/23 1700-1930 Ages 4-12, no cost.

Two bouncy huts are now available at the LFCAC so now both smaller and bigger children can have their own hut.

What could be cooler?

Parents must be present to supervise their children as child care personnel will not be on hand.

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JULY TOURNAMENTS AT THE WARRIOR ZONE All events sign up at 1800, play starts at 1900.

Family Movie Night

7/17, 1730-1930 (dependent on length) Join the LFCAC for a fun night of Family entertainment on a 16’ x 20’ screen. All movies rated G or PG and appropriate for ages 3-10.

July 13: Texas Hold ‘em July 27: Horseshoe Open to DoD card holders ages 18+.

For more information, call 353-1087.

POST LIBRARY | Bldg. 3700 | 353-2642

“Have Book, Will Travel” Summer Reading Continues!

July 5: Enjoy the 4th with friends and family. No Story Hour this week.

July 11: The Grand Finale will be filled with fun, frivolity and food!

We will have an edible book contest and foods and activities from around the world. Prizes will be awarded to top readers and all participants will receive their Reading Accomplishment Coin!

July 19: Join the Library and Outdoor Recreation with Wild Edibles! will receive their Reading Accomplishment Coin!

July 26: Join us for the return of our regular story hour at 4 p.m.

THE BUBBLY BREW Conveniently located at:

The Last Frontier Community Activity Center Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

TEL: 356.2020

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CYSS OUTREACH SERVICES | Bldg. 1049 #2 | 353-7713 Cuddle Cure

Parent’s Night Out

7/9, 1830-2030 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 Learn to soothe your fussy baby in 5 minutes or less.

Topics covered are: joys and challenges of being new parents, what to expect, and the five steps to calm your baby and extend their sleep cycles.

7/9, 1745–2045 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 Register and pay by July 2. $15/child.

Snack provided.

Parent’s Day out

7/20, 0900-1300 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 $20/child. Lunch provided. Register and pay by July 12.

Homemade Baby Food

7/20, 1000-1200 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 This two hour, hands on workshop will teach you the tips, tricks and guidelines of introducing solid foods to your infant.

Participants will receive a food mill and a collection of baby food recipes.

Parent’s Night Out and Parent’s Day Out care provided at the Child Development Center I, Bldg. 4024.

All children must be registered with CYSS to receive services.

For information call 353-7713. Army Family Covenant benefits are available for Families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Soldiers or Fallen Soldiers.

Hourly Care Options:

>SFAC Childcare Room, Bldg. 3414 Mon-Fri: 0800-1700, closed for lunch. Call 353-7713. >School Age Center Bldg. 4166 Mon-Fri: 0600-1800.

Call 361-7394 if transportation is needed. >Family Child Care Bldg. 1049 Suite 2 Mon-Fri: 0600-1800. Call 353-6266 for list of providers.

Limited space available at all locations.

Reservations available up to 2 weeks in advance at all locations.

Romp and Stomp Playgroup

This activity is a partnership between CYSS and ACS. For more information, call 353-7372.

Baby Signs: Sign, Sing, and Play Classes

Mondays, 0900-0930 at LFCAC Hands on Parent and Child classes that are designed to improve communication with young children. Families will learn signs through song and play–keeping it fun for everyone! This basic signing series of six classes will be offered on a rotating basis and is appropriate for families with children 9 months to 5 years of age. No cost to attend. Parent kits available for purchase.

This Month’s Focus: Literacy Mondays and Thursdays, 0930–1130 LFCAC, Bldg. 1044.

Workshops and classes are partnered between ACS and CYSS.

SCHOOL AGE CENTER | Bldg. 4166 | 361-7394

Summer Camp

School Age Center offers summer camps for children in grades K-6 daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 361-7394 or 361-6882 for more information and about associated fees.

UNDER THE SEA: July 8-9 > Outdoor water play > Visits to the pool > Local hatchery field trips > Rainbow fish art > Tissue paper fish & paper porthole designs > Ocean sandwiches

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Total Family Income SAC/K Camp ALASKA AGRICULTURE: Categories (Weekly) July 22-August 2 > Smoothie making CAT I.....................................$62 > Watermelon eating contest CAT 2....................................$78 > Stamp making with food CAT 3....................................$95 > Botanical gardens field trip CAT 4....................................$110 > Paper plate pigs + CAT 5....................................$127 paper towel roll cows > Corn college CAT 6....................................$137 CAT 7....................................$140 CAT 8....................................$143 CAT 9....................................$146

FAME

CYSS child care during your workouts.*

Family Activity and Motivational Exercise

$28

New summer session!

Summer Child Care Sessions:

Child, Youth & School Services provides limited child care for FAME programs. Child care is provided on site at Melaven Gym. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

Cost: $28 per child per month August registration opens July 20.

Children must be pre-registered at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. August registration opens July 20. AFC Benefits for families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Warriors, or Fallen Soldiers may be used to pay for this care. For more information on child care, please call 353-7713. FAME Exercise and Child Care programs are closed for federal and training holidays and on “No School� days.

F.A.M.E. Fitness Sessions:

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

Sessions are held at Melaven Fitness Center at no cost.

For class schedules or more information, call 353-9137.

CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE | Bldg. 2092 | 353-6223

2013

4th of JULY RED WHITE Chena Bend & BLUE TOURNAMENT Golf Course T-Times starting at: 8 a.m. $35 plus green fees

For more information, call 353-6223.

2 Person Teams - Shamble - Door Prizes - On Course Contests Souvenir Hat - Lunch Ticket - Register at the Clubhouse * Season Pass and Punch Cards may be used for Green Fees [15]

YOUTH SPORTS | Bldg. 1049 #2 | 353-7482

Punt, Pass & Kick July 13,12 p.m.

Engineer Park Football Field

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* Limited Hours

4th of July Weekend Holiday Hours

** Verified Duty

FACILITY Army Community Services (ACS) Automotive Skills Center Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Chena Bend Golf Course CYSS Parent Central Services CDC I CDC II Family Child Care Fischer Skeet Range Family and MWR Administration Last Frontier Community Activity Center Melaven Physical Fitness Center Melaven Pool Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Outdoor Recreation Center Physical Fitness Center (PFC) PFC Ice Rink Post Library School Age Center Youth Center Youth Sports & Fitness SKIES Unlimited EDGE Programs The Warrior Zone

Federal Holiday Thursday 7/4 Closed Closed Closed 0800-2100 Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed 1000-1800 Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed 1600-2300

Training Holiday Friday 7/5 Closed 1130-2030 Closed 0800-2100 Closed **Open for verified duty only Closed Closed Open 0800-1700 0800-2100 1100-1900 1100-1900 1100-0100 1000-1800 0800-2000 Closed 1000-1800 **Open for verified duty only 1400-2200 Closed Closed Closed 1600-0100

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Chena Bend Golf Course, Bldg. 2092 Call in orders: 353-6147 www.dwgrill.com

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FAMILY AND MWR FACILITIES HOURS OF OPERATION ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sa-Su Closed

POST LIBRARY Bldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M-F 1000-1800 Sa, Su Closed

AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 3730, p 353-7436 See page 8 for hours of operation during construction.

MELAVEN PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 Tu-F 5 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sa 12 to 5 p.m.

Su-M CLOSED MELAVEN SWIM CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 T-F 0530-0800; 1130-1430,

1545-1915 Sa 1200-1700 Su, M CLOSED

Tow Service (24 hrs): 590-1716 BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Closed for the season.

CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE Bldg. 2092, p 353-6223 M-Th 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

F-Su 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Holidays 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

DW Grill, p 353-6147 M-F 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sa-Su 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER I (CDC I) Bldg. 4024, p 361-4190 M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sa-Su Closed CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II) Bldg 4176, p 361-9056 CLOSED FOR REPAIRS. CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICES Bldg. 1049 #2, p 353-7713/7826 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

W 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sa, Su Closed FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1172, p 353-7869 F 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Sa-Su 12 to 5 p.m.

LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER (LFCAC) Bldg. 1044, p 353-7755 LFCAC M-Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sa 1 to 9 p.m.

Su CLOSED

LASER TAG: Th 3 to 7 p.m.

F 3 to 8 p.m.

Sa 1 to 8 p.m.

Su CLOSED

BUBBLY BREW M-F 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

NAF CIVILIAN PERSONNEL Bldg. 1045, p 353-6356 M-F 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 4 p.m.

Sat, Su Closed NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER Bldg. 3702, p 353-2654 NUGGET LANES: effective 7/6-9/15 W & Th 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

F 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.

Sa 2 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Su 2 to 9 p.m.

GOLD RUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 5 to 10 p.m.

F-Sa 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Su 3 to 9 p.m.

MOTHER LODE CAFE M-T Closed W 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

and 4 to 9 p.m.

Th 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

and 5 to 8 p.m.

F 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Sa 12 to 11 p.m.

Su 12 to 8 p.m.

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC) Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 Th, F, M 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sa 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Su 12 to 6 p.m.

Tu/W: CLOSED For programs call 361-4089 or 361-2652.

PFC ICE RINK Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 Closed for the season PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISOR Bldg. 1045, p 353-7740 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sa, Su Closed SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC) Bldg. 4166, p 361-7394 M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sa-Su Closed SOLDIER FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER (SFAC) Bldg. 3414, p 353-7322 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sa, Su Closed SCHOOL SUPPORT SERVICES Bldg. 1045 Room 27, p 353-9377 M-F 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sa-Su Closed UNIT FUNDS Bldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sa-Su Closed WARRIOR ZONE Bldg. 3205, p 353-1087 GAMING: M-Th 4 to 11 p.m.

F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Su 1 to 9 p.m.

BAR: M-Th 5 to 10:30 p.m.

F-Sa 4:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Su 1 to 8 p.m.

YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 4109, p 361-5437 M-Th 2 to 8 p.m.

F-Sa 2 to 10 p.m.

Su Closed YOUTH SPORTS Bldg. 1049 #1, p 353-7482 M-Th: 2 to 6 p.m.

F-Sa: 2 to 8 p.m. * Summer Camp Hours: M- F: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC) Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-Th 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

F 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sa, Su 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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ENJOY THE FINAL DAYS OF SUMMER

Family Fun Month at Nugget Lanes Tanana State Fair: Aug 2-11 Back to School Fair: Aug 8 Family Archery: Aug 9 Family Berry Picking: Aug 11 National Relaxation Day: Aug 15

Seward Deep Sea Fishing: Aug 15-18 Family Fun Skeet Shoot: Aug 18 School Starts: Aug 21 Family Movie Night: Aug 21 Family River Kayaking: Aug 31

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