Fort Gordon FYI Summer 2015

A FORT GORDON FAMILY AND MWR PUBLICATION

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Thursday, July 2 • 3-11 p.m.

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Fireworks Extravaganza U.S. Army Signal Corps Band 7:00 p.m.

U.S. Army Soldier Show 8:30 p.m.

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Thursday, July 2nd • 8:30 p.m.

Fort Gordon Barton Field

Open to the Public • Admission Free A high-tech, high-energy musical extravaganza featuring some of the Army’s most talented Active-Duty Soldiers. Don’t miss it!

Followed by our Fireworks Grand Finale!

FORTGORDON.COM All non-DoD employees, 16 and over, must have a photo ID to enter Fort Gordon, and must enter via Gate 1 on Gordon Highway. Drivers must have proof of insurance and state registration in their vehicles.

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The Fort Gordon FYI is a free publication produced by the Marketing Office of the Fort Gordon Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation (DFMWR). The appearance of sponsorship and/or advertising does not imply an endorsement by the U.S. Army.

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DFMWR ADMINISTRATION Alex Gaines Director, DFMWR Tiffany Olds Chief, NAF Support Services Heather Addis Marketing Director

STAFF Crystal Tyson FYI Coordinator Nathan Hoeller FYI Creative Director Nicholette Enos Social Media Manager Bartley Harper Senior Graphic Designer Jenifer Immer Graphic Designer Lauren Vernazza Writer/Photographer

FYI ADVERTISING AND SALES

Facility Focus: Fort Gordon Fitness Centers

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Teen Talk: School Savings

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Micole Stokes Sponsorship & Sales Manager

CONTACT INFORMATION Bldg. 44401, 44th St., Ste. 149 P.O. Box 7180 Fort Gordon, GA 30905 Office............................... 706.791.6779 Fax................................... 706.791.7189 FYI Coordinator................ 706.791.6779 Sales................................. 706.791.3912

DFMWR Employees of the Quarter (January-March 2015)

FROM THE COVER Everyone needs it, yet it can be hard to obtain! FITNESS! On the cover are the people that can help you do just that. Meet the managers and Fitness Director of Fort Gordon’s Fitness Centers!

In this issue, learn about the Fitness Centers and why we should be your first choice.

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FAMILY AND MWR | SUMMER EVENTS 2015

JULY 1 & 29

JULY 2

Splish Splash Story Time

Independence Day Celebration

at the Outdoor Pool & Spray Park

at Barton Field

AUGUST 1

AUGUST 22

JULY 2

Soldier Show at Barton Field

JULY 17, 24, 28, AUG. 14, 21, SEP. 19 & 25

Family Fun Day

Glow Run

at Pointes West Army Resort

on 10th Street (Near Recycling Center)

FREE Summer Movie Madness

CONNECT MWR

(See ad on page 23 for location & details)

with

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facebook.com/fortgordonmwr

@fortgordonmwr

Search: Fort Gordon MWR

TXT pinterest.com/fortgordonmwr

Text “MWR” to “70720”

flickr.com/fort_gordon_mwr

JULY 11 (Reg. by July 3)

JULY 13-17 & 27-31

GOG Riverbank Zoo Trip

Gordon Adventure Camp

at Riverbank Zoo (Columbia, SC)

at the Tactical Advantage Sportsman’s Club (TASC)

SEPTEMBER 26

Fall Kids Fishing Derby & Shooting Day at Claypit Lakes

SEPTEMBER 26

JULY 25

Fort Gordon Army Ten Miler Qualifier for DC at Barton Field

OCTOBER 1-4

Tutus for Cancer

Oktoberfest

at Fisher House (Near Eisenhower Army Medical Center)

at Barton Field

For more details and updates on these events, as well as a full list of all Fort Gordon MWR has going on, visit

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FACILITY FOCUS

Crystal Tyson, FYI Coordinator

With changing the names of the gyms to fitness centers in 2014, also came changes in the facilities as a whole. The goal of our fitness centers has always been to maintain recruitment, retention and resiliency of the service members; keeping them mission ready. Now we have the opportunity to keep their work outs fun while creating a safe environment. And if you think the fitness centers and their services are only geared toward the service members, think again! We want to ensure we have programs for all of our community, including family members, veterans and retirees. All you need is an ID card and your access is granted to these ultramodern facilities. You can even bring up to two friends per ID for the experience!

Victory Fitness Center (formerly known as Gym #3), Gordon Fitness Center (formerly known as Gym #4), Cyber Fitness Center (formerly known as Gym #5) and Warrior Fitness Center (formerly known as Gym #6) have all been kind to the idea of keeping fitness fun and free. Our Fitness Director, Randy Taylor, has a staff of managers to ensure the fitness centers stay fresh with ideas and are properly ran. Victory’s manager is Ms. Lula Ray, Gordon’s manager is Mr. Brian Steele, Cyber’s manager is Ms. Crystal Langston and the manager for Warrior is Mr. John Graham. All managers are well equipped with certification in personal training and/ 6 | FYI SUMMER 2015

or equipment to give instruction on how to properly utilize equipment and exercise.

We’ve recently brought on Josh Woody, our Fitness Coordinator, to run programs that we now offer for free. Be sure to join us for the Lunchtime Express Workout and much more.

Each of the fitness centers offer saunas, locker rooms with changing areas, showers and lockers to store items on a daily basis and at least one room with free weights and cardio equipment. However, some fitness centers have amenities the others don’t.

Each facility is geared toward a certain type of fitness. Depending on the type of work out you are looking for will depend on the fitness center you should visit. Keep reading to see the amenities each facility offers!

Victory has a strength room, cardiovascular room, weight room, racquetball court, and equipment that can be issued for use.

The basketball/volleyball floor has been converted to house equipment to conduct Cross Fit and Combative Instruction. A Java Fit has been added to the facility and will soon be expanding and changing the Café name to Victory Lift-A-Latte is in the near future.

Gordon has a racquetball court, free weights and strength room, cardiovascular equipment, an aerobics room, nautilus

room, spinning room and massage therapy rooms with certified masseuses. Gordon also recently updated the menu of Java Fit and will be changing its name to Lift-A-Latte in October of this year. Java Fit offers a vast menu of energy food, protein drinks and much more. Gymdog Fitness takes care of the many group fitness instruction classes while personal trainers are offered through Trainers-2-Go. Cyber and Warrior have a weight room, which consists of strength and free weights, cardiovascular, basketball court,

volleyball court, an equipment issue room and racquetball courts. They both have gymnasium floors and fitness areas. This is the place to be when you are looking for a pickup game of basketball!

Ultimately, there will be more changes as time goes on. If you have an idea or suggestion of something you would like to see at one of the fitness centers, please don’t hesitate to contact Randy Taylor via email at charles.r.taylor274.naf@mail.mil. Also, don’t forget to leave a NICE comment at www.fortgordon.com.

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TEEN TALK

SCHOOL SAVINGS As summer begins many of us want to forget about school and think of the fun we will have with friends and family! We do this by going to the beach, hanging out at the pool, and seeing movies. But for many of us, school is still on our brains.

Specifically, college – that monstrous beast that we must prepare for. For four summers we think about where to go, how to get there, and the biggest question: HOW TO PAY FOR IT. When looking at the dramatic rise in college tuition and fees, they have increased 1,120 percent since records began in 1978, (it was $ 2,587 per year) with college on average now costing $53,138 a year, according to Bloomberg.

With such a hefty price tag, many of us teens begin to think about financial aid and student loans. To reduce these loans, which according to US News can be an average of $30,000, we can do a couple of things over the summer: SAVE and GET A SUMMER JOB! How much you save is dependent on the amount of effort put into it. Saving could be from just saving a nickel a day to more than ten dollars. Though it seems crazy to save over the summer and sounds super hard; the reality of the situation is that it is quite easy. For example, let’s say you eat a Big Mac meal from McDonald’s daily.

If it cost about $5.99, over three months you could save approximately $551.08.

That is how simple saving is; by taking away something as simple as a fast food restaurant meal for three months, you could get yourself a tidy sum.

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If saving is not your forte, than maybe consider getting a summer job.

Though many of us would not think of working during summer, it is a great way to earn money. Jobs could consist of being an employee at a local ice cream shop, restaurant, or even at the pool as a lifeguard. What is great about a summer job is that you get work experience without having to deal with all the pressures of school and can usually structure your schedule so that you can have free time to do summer activities. The advantage to a summer job is not having to remove anything from your everyday activities to save money. You can get a lifeguard job at your local pool. Work Monday through Friday at $10.25 an hour, 6 hours a day.

You would make approximately $307.50 a week. If you saved ten percent each week for 12 weeks, by the end of the summer you would have approximately $369.00 of the $3690 you’ve made total.

Whatever you decide to do this summer, I would recommend doing one of the two things above; so when school does start again you have your own money to put toward college, a trade school or whatever you decide. Most importantly, be sure to have fun this summer!

Lauren Vernazza, Contributing Writer/ Photographer (Age 17)

PRICE COMPARE: THEN & NOW

Movie Tickets Gasoline Iced Coffee Tennis Shoes Hollister Jeans McDonald Big Mac (meal) Video Game (Mario Kart) Hair Cut (men’s) Music (CD) Chocolate Chip Cookie (per lb.)

1990 2015 $4.23 $8.12 $1.30 $3.36 $2.92 $5.58 $75.00 $115.00 $35.00 $55.00 $3.50 $5.99 $25.00 $65.00 $5.00 $20.00 $25.00 $13.79 $2.59 $3.61

Sources: • “Cost of College Degree in U.S. Soars 12 Fold: Chart of the Day.” – www.bloomberg.com • “Average Undergraduate Tuition and Fees and Room and Board Rates Charged for Full-time Students in Degreegranting Institutions, by Type and Control of Institution: 1964-65 through 2006-07.” – www.nces.ed.gov • “Average Student Loan Debt Approaches $30,000.” – www.usnews.com

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AROUND TOWN Hopelands Summer Concert Series – July 6-August 31 The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is pleased to announce the 41st season of Hopelands Summer Concert Series. All those in attendance should bring a lawn chair or blanket to this free concert series. For more information visit: www.facebook.com/ExperienceAiken

Augusta Beerfest – August 15 Come out and celebrate all things American craft beer. Get your tickets now at the Bell Auditorium. Ticket prices include a souvenir tasting cup and all the beer you can sample. Enjoy local food trucks and music. For more information, visit: www.augustaentertainmentcomplex.com/augusta-beerfest-2

Arts in the Heart of Augusta – September 18-20 Live performance, craft vendors and more at the Augusta Commons Downtown. Friday 5-9 pm, Saturday 11am-9pm, Sunday 12-7pm. For more information, call 706-826-4701 or visit www.augustaarts.com

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SHOPPING

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FOOD & BEVERAGES THURSDAY-SUNDAY

SPECIAL EVENTS THURSDAY-SUNDAY

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Employees of the Quarter Family and MWR exists because the U.S. Army is committed to the well-being of the community of people who serve and stand ready to defend the nation. We pride ourselves on having great customer service. We cannot do that without the outstanding men and women of DFMWR. Although all of our employees are outstanding, we like to mention a few who have gone above and beyond. Here are the winners of the 2015 Employee of the Quarter Award (January-March, 2015).

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICES (ACS)

RECREATION DIVISION (RD)

ACS............................................................Veeola Peters

BOD................................................................. Alicia Hill Bingo Palace..............................................Peter Timothy Gordon Lakes Golf Club................................. June Eason Gordon Lanes Bowling Center....................... Teresa Price Gordon’s Conference and Catering..................Ashley King Java Café..............................................Margaret Denson

RD..............................................................Randy Taylor Aquatics ....................................................... Helen Koch Entertainment............................................... Paul Bacon Gordon Car Care............................................. Teresa Hill Hilltop Riding Stables................................... Susan Craig Pointes West Army Resort.............................. Blake Hyatt Tactical Advantage Sportsman’s Club..... Jennifer Millwood Sport & Fitness......................................... Mindy Graham Woodworth Consolidated Library................. Joyce Daniels

CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES (CYSS)

SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION (SSD)

CYSS............................................................ Wayne Ivey Child Development Center East/West..... Samantha Thompson Child Development Center Main.................. Donna James Parent Central Services................................ Mary Wright Pre-Kindergarten...................................... Migdalia Rosa School Ages Services/Youth Programs............John Rogers

SSD..................................................Micole Jones-Stokes Management Information Systems............... Donna Mack Recycling...................................................Oscar Francois Technical Support Services.......................... Chuck Crandle Marketing.........................................Micole Jones-Stokes Financial Management Division.................. Pat Camacho

BUSINESS OPERATIONS DIVISION (BOD)

Congratulations Randy Taylor,

2015 DFMWR Employee of the Quarter!

L-R: Susie Joyner (Rec. Division Chief), Randy Taylor (Fitness Director), Alex Gaines (DFMWR Director)

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CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES WHAT’S HAPPENING? - CYSS

SAS SUMMER CAMP This year’s School-Age Services (SAS) Summer Camp will run differently than in the past. This year camp activities will take place from 9am-4pm. During that time the children will be in groups of 30 and will be with assigned staff. These groups will have activities, field trips and more together from 9am-4pm.

During lunch time, from 5:15-9am and from 4-6pm, children will enjoy open activities. During these time frames, the children won’t be in set groups.

FCC IS HERE FOR YOU CYSS Family Child Care (FCC) offers both on- and off-post care for your child. This home setting care is beneficial to families. FCC providers are certified and qualified to care for your child. The providers receive the same training as center-based providers and attend additional training as mandated by the state. FCC offers a wide range of hours to include 24-hour care for parents with extended work schedules. FCC has a smaller setting environment and the providers live in your community. Please contact the Fort Gordon Family Child Care office today at 706-791-4440/3993, and let us start you on the path to great child care!

Those interested in becoming a FCC Provider can attend orientation on Thursdays at 1:30pm at the Parent Central Services conference room, Bldg. 44401.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL

July 11: NFL Punt, Pass & Kick (Ages 6-11) July 25: NFL Punt, Pass & Kick (Ages 12-15) August 27: Parent Brown Bag Lunch Meeting September 10: Parent Advisory Board Meeting

DYK? Kids-On-Site is back at CYSS. We provide child care for Strong Bonds, unit function and special events.

Please contact the Kids-On-Site office at 706-7914722/4455 for more information.

The Before & After School Program is back – starting August 5th. Check to see if your school is one of the schools we provide transportation to. Transportation to and from school is included in the Before & After School prices.

All CYSS Events require registration with Parent Central Services.

Please call 706-791-4722/4455 for more information.

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DYK? Coaches Needed: We are looking for new coaches/officials for volleyball, baseball, soccer, basketball and football. Head coaches’ children register for free, assistant coaches’ first child registers for free and each additional child is discounted. Coaches and officials are trained through NAYS (National Alliance of Youth Sports). For more information, call 706-791-5104.

REVIEW - SKIESUnlimited

THE SILK ROAD JOURNEY SKIESUnlimited’s Lisa Covington teaches The Silk Road Journey, an adventure your kids will never forget. Children create virtual characters and take a journey down the silk road, in part, using an iPad. On this trip, they will learn about Chinese geography, history, traditions, cooking, art and music. Students will detail their adventure in a book which is custom-made for each student. They will also receive instruction in both written and spoken Chinese.

Ever wonder what your child will be when he or she grows up? Maybe the next Mozart, the next Top Chef, or maybe both. The goal of SKIESUnlimited – School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills – is to offer a variety of programs that will unlock each child’s potential.

SKIESUnlimited extra-curricular instructional programs are available to children of Active-Duty military, retirees, DoD civilians and contractors of Fort Gordon.

SKIES participants must be registered in Child, Youth & School Services.

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COMMUNITY WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Army Community Service

ACS TURNS THE BIG 5-0 July 22 Fifty years ago the Army established a centrally located, responsive and recognizable service to provide information assistance and guidance to members of the Army community helping personnel meet personal and family problems beyond the scope of their own resources. Today Army Community Service (ACS) provides readiness and life skills programs to promote self-sufficient families, safe homes and cohesive communities. Join us on our website (www.gordon.army.mil/acs), Facebook and Twitter to participate in fun activities. Be sure to help us celebrate on July 22nd, 1:30pm at Gordon’s Conference & Catering.

ANNUAL FAMILY READINESS SYMPOSIUM September 15 The Annual Family Readiness Symposium will be held on Tuesday, September 15th from 9am-3pm. If you are a unit Family Readiness asset (FRG leader, advisor, key spouse, treasurer, FRG volunteer, liaison, commander, first sergeant, etc.), you are invited to attend. Courses cover leadership, fundraising, FRG scenarios, team building, etc. For registration information go to www.gordon.army.mil/acs or call 706-791-3579.

July 15: SOS (Survivor Outreach Services) Annual Summer Pool Party July 16: EFMP Recreational Event July 18: EFMP Swimming at the Outdoor Pool and Spray Park July 27-31: Street Survival Self Defense Training August 22: EFMP Let’s Get Together – A conversation with parents and school administrators at the Family Outreach Center, Bldg. 33512 August 25 & 26: AFAP Quarterly Conference (706th) September 19: EFMP School Discipline Process through IDEA and IEPs

The Swap and Assist Shop will reopen on Thursday, August 13th from 10am-2pm. Please call 706-791-3579 for more information.

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REVIEWS - Fort Gordon Recycling

2ND QUARTER WINNERS Congratulations again to HHC 15th SIG BDE – winners of the 1st and 2nd Quarter Unit Recycling Challenge at Fort Gordon Recycling.

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July 1-September 30: 4th Quarter Unit Recycling Challenge

CURBSIDE RECYCLING

The Recycle Center started its pilot program for curbside recycling in Lakeview Terrace at the beginning of June. They had a strong first pick-up, yielding over 600lbs of recyclables, and are optimistic about extending the program to other housing communities on Fort Gordon.

WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Gordon Car Care Auto Skills Center

CARE & REPAIR CLASSES July 18, August 15 & September 19 Free Care and Repair Classes for ages 18 & up are July 18, August 15, & September 19 at 2pm. Registration is required.

Each participant receives a tool kit at the first class they attend!

Class size is limited to 10 participants.

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NEW SERVICES

We now offer new helpful services Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, on the installation. Call for a tire change (customer must provide their own tire), air in your leaking tire, a locksmith, a battery jump or battery change (if you purchase a battery through Gordon Car Care), all for the low price of $30 per service. We also offer warranty repair services for 12 months or 12,000 miles and free shuttle service on post for customers.

DYK? We are in the process of moving all of our storage accounts to an online payment system for easy payments. Look out for the new prices.

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COMMUNITY

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COMMUNITY GARDEN

The Fort Gordon Community Garden is an initiative MWR hopes to bring to you soon. Our objective is to bring together people of all ages and backgrounds to share in the experience of organic gardening and build a larger sense of community. The garden will host summer workshops, cooking demonstrations, tours, and other events which educate and promote the benefits of community gardening and organic growing practices.

WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Double Eagle Disc Golf Course

DISC GOLF COURSE SOFT OPENING The Fort Gordon Double Eagle Disc Golf Course has had its soft opening. Construction continues throughout the year to build one of the most exciting, unique and challenging Disc Golf Course within the PDGA (Professional Disc Golf Association) circuit. For more information or to schedule a unit function, call Jerry Swain at 706-791-6433.

REVIEW - Fort Gordon Recreation

FATHER DAUGHTER BUTTERFLY BALL A knight in shining armor escorted his little girl to the Butterfly Ball! On June 13, 2015, the 1st Butterfly Ball

by DFMWR was filled with love, great dining and dancing! We hope we helped in making memories that will last!

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THE AMENITIES YOU WANT. THE LOCATION YOU NEED. The new face of on-post hotels.

At IHG Army Hotels on Fort Gordon, we know that convenience is about more than location. That’s why we’re changing the face of on-post hotels with upgraded rooms, complimentary breakfast and free guest Internet access. And now, everyone’s welcome: active, retired and civilian. ©2014 InterContinental Hotels Group. All rights reserved. IHG Army Hotels properties are independently owned by Rest Easy, LLC, an affiliate of Lend Lease (US) Public Partnerships, LLC, and operated by an affiliate of IHG. No DOD, US Army or federal government endorsement implied.

IHGArmyHotels.com 877.711.8326 IHG Army Hotels on Fort Gordon Griffith Hall 250 Chamberlain Ave. Augusta, GA 30905 706.790.3676

The Right Place to Stay is Right on Post.

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LEISURE WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Bingo Palace

NEW CAR GAME JACKPOT July 4, August 1 & September 5 The New Car Game Jackpot will be held on the first Saturday of each month, giving you the chance to win a 2015 Ford Fiesta at Bingo Palace. A single winner takes a car or up to $10,000 cash. Multiple winners split cash up to $10,000. For more details, call 706-793-0003.

WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre

“GREETINGS!” – THIS FALL Auditions: September 21 & 22

DYK?

The fourth production for the 2015 season has been announced!

“Greetings!” by Tom Dudzick is coming to our Dinner Theatre this fall. “Greetings!” is a miraculous comedy that has become a welcome alternative to “A Christmas Carol” in theatres all across the country. Auditions will be September 21 & 22 at 7pm. For more details, visit www.fortgordon.com/dinner-theatre.

July 17, 18, 24, 25, 30, 31 & August 1: Production of “Be My Baby” July 21 & 22: Auditions for “Sleuth” September 11, 12, 18, 19, 24, 25 & 26: Production of “Sleuth”

Volunteers Every Dinner Theatre production has an opportunity to volunteer. Interested in helping out? Call 706-793-8552 for details.

REVIEW - Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre

“CSI: NEVERLAND” WAS GRAND! The Fort Gordon Children’s Theatre’s Production of CSI-Neverland was grand! Thanks to all who came out and participated with this production! Great job to all the performers and staff! And a special thanks to the parents and their tireless support.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Hilltop Riding Stable

SUMMER HORSE CAMPS Hilltop Riding Stables will be holding Summer Youth Horse Camp through August 7, 2015.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Gordon Lanes Bowling Center

KIDS BOWL FREE ALL WEEK! June 1-August 9 (All week, ages 3-15) Kids receive two games and free shoe rental during normal business hours for the dates listed above. No groups and 1 visit per day per child.

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September 19: Pizza Bowl

KEGLER’S CAFÉ IS OPEN!

Kegler’s Café is now open. Come by and check out our new menu items, including new healthy food options, smoothies and more.

Fall Leagues are now forming at Gordon Lanes Bowling Center.

Leagues start in September. Call 706-791-3446 for details.

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LEISURE WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Gordon Lakes Golf Club

HOOK A SERVICE MEMBER ON GOLF March 7-September 30 Hook a Service Member on Golf is Back!!! FREE 1-hr Golf Lessons to active duty & family members on Saturday mornings from 10-11am. For more information, call 706-791-2433 ext 2.

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NEW SUMMER HOURS

July 20-23: Junior Golf Clinics August 24-27: Junior Golf Clinics

There are new summer hours for Gordon Lakes Golf Club effective July-August. The new hours are Tuesday-Sunday, 6:30am-6pm (Closed on Monday).

Bodey’s Grill’s summer hours are Tuesday-Friday, 9am-4pm and Saturday-Sunday, 6:30am-4pm.

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PONTOON BOAT RENTALS

Don’t own a boat? No Problem! Pointes West Army Resort now has Pontoon Boats Available for Rent. Monday-Thursday, 10am5pm for $300 (+Fuel Charges). Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm for $350 (+Fuel Charges). Rentals by the Hour (Min 3 Hours) $60/HR (+Fuel Charges) Renters must be 21 years of age with valid driver’s license, credit card, and certificate of completion of Georgia DNR approved boater’s safety education course.

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August 1: Family Fun Day September 19: Movie on the Beach

WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Get Outdoors Gordon

GORDON ADVENTURE CAMP July 13-17 & July 27-31 Get Outdoors Gordon presents Gordon Adventure Camp!

Activities include canoeing, kayaking, rifle shooting, archery, fishing, movies, games and more! For ages 9-14. Open to the public. For more information and registration, please call 706791-5078/2132.

July 11: River Bank Zoo Trip (Sign-up by July 3) August 1: BACK 2 School Shopping Trip August 22: Pistol & Rifle Class (Sign-up by August 19)

REVIEW - Fort Gordon Outdoor Recreation

SPRING KID’S FISHING DERBY The 2015 Kid’s Fishing Derby was held on June 6th – the National Fishing Day at the Fort Gordon Clay Pit Lakes.

Approximately 160 kids between the ages of 3 and 15 attended. There were refreshments for all the participants. Trophies were presented to the fishermen with the most pounds in four different age groups and about 40 door prizes were presented.

September 26: Fall Kid’s Fishing Derby & Shooting Day

Check out our Flickr page for photos: www.flickr.com/fort_gordon_mwr

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LEISURE

WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Woodworth Consolidated Library

READ TO THE RHYTHM! Ending July 29 Adults, teens and children, you have until July 29th to enter your hours for the summer reading program, “Read to the Rhythm”. Once you’ve completed the challenge, visit us at the library to collect your prize. For more information visit www.fortgordon.com/summer-reading-program/

CHILDREN’S STORY HOUR IS BACK September 9, 2015-April 6, 2016 Every Wednesday at 10am let your tot read and rock to stories, crafts and dance starting September 9th, 2015 to April 6th, 2016. You don’t want to miss this great time to help your child become a reader at Woodworth Consolidated Library. For more information, call 706-791-7323.

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July 23: Books Around Town: “Catch-22” at The Village Deli August 27: Books Around Town: “The Goldfinch” at The Partridge Inn Bar & Grill September 21: Movie Night: “Minions” September 24: Books Around Town: “The Monuments Men” at The Augsburg Haus

NEW NAME FOR LIBRARY CAFÉ

The Library Café has been given a name! Read-A-Latte is expected to open within a few months. The designated area within the library has been cleared and over the next few months will see renovations to install water lines, kitchen equipment, and comfy furniture in that spot.

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Free Outdoor Movies & challenge activities Family Movies HJune 19 SJune 30 HJuly 17 SJuly 28 HAugust 14 HSeptember 19

Book of Life Cinderella Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Rio 2 TBD TBD

AIT & Service Member Movies (Barton Field) June 26 July 24 August 21 September 25

Dumb and Dumber To Taken 3 TBD TBD

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SPORTS & FITNESS

DYK? LUNCHTIME EXPRESS WORKOUT Don’t have time after work or when the kids come home from

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school to get in a good workout? Cyber Fitness Center is now offering a 30 Minute Full Body Bootcamp; Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 12-12:30pm. This is the perfect class to work up a good sweat and fits perfectly into a lunchtime routine. For more information, please call 706-791-7370.

WHAT’S HAPPENING? - Outdoor Pool & Spray Park

Warrior Fitness Center has certified personal trainers on staff that can help with designing and implementing workout routines as well as give instruction on how to properly utilize the workout equipment for our patrons.

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WEEKEND-ONLY HOURS August 8-September 27

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Look for our new hours at the Outdoor Pool. We will only be open on weekends, Saturday 11am-7pm and Sunday 12-6pm.

We will close for the season on September 27th.

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We sell swim diapers at the front desk, but unfortunately we do not supply patrons with towels for hygienic purposes. Be sure to bring your towel with you when utilizing the facilities.

POOL PARTY ROOM

There’s a new party room at the outdoor pool! Reservations are now available for party room and after-hours parties. For more details, call 706-791-8053.

July 1 & 29: Splish Splash Story Time July 8, August 12, September 9: Aquaholics (cost $4 per person) July 28: Dive In Movies August 1: Swim Lesson Registration September 12: Swim Lesson Registration

WE ARE NOT FULL. WE JUST LOOK THAT WAY! Courtyard Outdoor Pool and Splash Park welcomes you to our 2015 Swim Season. We have new neighbors at the Courtyard and will be sharing parking spaces. There is plenty of space for everyone. Find a parking spot and join the fun.

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REVIEW - Fort Gordon Run Series

MARINE MUD CHALLENGE The 8th annual Fort Gordon Marine Mud Challenge held May 16, 2015 may not have been the tidiest event, but it continues to draw a growing number of fans. The event had about 6,000 attendees and 2,000 participants, which included about 400 children. It’s always a great family event, consisting of 30 obstacles over 5 miles for the adult course and 10 obstacles over a mile for the children’s course. Hope to see you next year.

More info at www.facebook.com/MarineMudChallenge July 25: Army 10 Miler (Qualifier for DC) August 22: Glow Run 5K & 3K September 26: Tutus for Cancer Awareness 5K & 1M

WHAT’S HAPPENING? - MWR Sports July 8: Battalion Softball Coaches Meeting July 23: Battalion Flag Football Coaches Meeting August 13: Unit-Level Flag Football Coaches Meeting September 3: Directorate-Level Softball Coaches Meeting

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VENUE & CATERING

PAVILION RENTALS

Visit www.fortgordon.com/venues or call 706-791-4140 for more information on these pavilions or to make a pavilion rental request.

THE COURTYARD PAVILION Bldg. 36708, Brainard Ave., Near the Courtyard

FREEDOM PARK PAVILION Rice Rd., Next to Barton Field

YOUTH PAVILION Brainard Ave., Near Boundless Playground

CONFERENCE CENTERS

Visit www.fortgordon.com/venues or call the numbers below for more information on these conference centers.

LEITNER LAKE CONFERENCE CENTER 706-791-5078 MWR Lake Park Dr.

POINTES WEST ARMY RESORT CONFERENCE CENTER 706-541-1057 Bluegill Rd., Appling, GA

GORDON’S CONFERENCE & CATERING 706-791-6780 Bldg. 18402, 19th St.

CATERING SERVICE Our goal is to provide quality, consistent service and exceptional, creative cuisine to our patrons and their guests. We stand ready to make your event a memorable one. Our menus include our most popular items and are competitively priced. If you prefer to customize a menu, our catering staff will be happy to work with you. Our catering service is available off post too!

For more information, call 706-791-6780 or download our Catering Brochure on www.fortgordon.com/gcc.

Frozen Yogurt Machines: Looking for a cool refreshing treat? Come enjoy a frozen

NEW yogurt at Gordon’s Cafe for lunch! Call 706-791-6780 for more information.

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DINING

BOGEY’S GRILL Sandwiches, grill & snacks 706-791-2433 (ext. 4) at Gordon Lakes Golf Club, Bldg. 537, Range Rd.

DOMINO’S Pizza, pasta, breadsticks & more 706-863-6211 at Alternate Escapes Recreation Center, Bldg. 25722, B St.

GORDON’S CAFÉ Home-style lunch buffet 706-791-6780 at Gordon’s Conference & Catering, Bldg. 18402, 19th St.

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HEROES SPORTS BAR Great atmosphere. Friendly staff.

Your favorite beverages 706-791-3446 at Gordon Lanes Bowling Center, Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave.

HUDDLE HOUSE Any meal. Any time. Breakfast, lunch & dinner 706-798-3722 35304 Avenue of the States Dr.

JACKPOT CAFÉ Burgers, Philly cheese steak, liver, gizzards & more 706-791-5106 at Bingo Palace, Bldg. 15500, Corner of Lane Ave. & 15th St.

Café KEGLER’S CAFÉ Grill, salads, sandwiches & burgers 706-771-6907 at Gordon Lanes Bowling Center, Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave.

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MEME’S & BOBO’S EXPRESS Chinese food/buffet 706-792-9774 Located at the Bus Station, Bldg. 36000, 3rd Ave.

JAVA CAFÉ TOO Grill, snacks, smoothies & coffee 706-791-1330 at Darling Hall, Bldg. 33720, Chamberlain Ave.

JAVA ESCAPE Grill, snacks, smoothies & coffee 706-791-0785 at Alternate Escapes Recreation Center, Bldg. 25722, B St.

JAVA FITNESS Protein shakes & smoothies 706-791-2647 at Gordon Fitness, Bldg. 29607, Barnes Ave.

JAVA TOWERS Grill, snacks, smoothies & coffee 706-791-5849 at Signal Towers, Bldg. 29808, 506 Chamberlain Ave.

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FAMILY AND MWR | “NEED TO KNOW” DIRECTORY

FAMILY AND MWR ADMINISTRATION Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR)......................................706-791-4140 Bldg. 33720, Ste. 337, 307 Chamberlain Ave. Advertising Sales...................................................706-791-3912 Bldg. 44401, 44th St., Ste. 149 Commercial Sponsorship....................................706-791-3912 Bldg. 44401, 44th St., Ste. 149 FYI Editorial.............................................................706-791-6779 Bldg. 44401, 44th St., Ste. 149 For a complete list of DFMWR key personnel, visit www.fortgordon.com/staff CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES CHILD CARE Child Development Center (Main).............706-791-2701/6761 Bldg. 45300, 45th St. Child Development Center (East)..............706-791-8707/8507 Bldg. 290, East Hospital Rd. Child Development Center (West).......................706-791-0718 Bldg. 18407, 19th St. Family Child Care...........................................706-791-3993/4440 Bldg. 44401, 44th St. CHILD RECREATION SKIES Unlimited.............................................706-791-0718/1046 CDC West, Bldg. 18407, 19th St. Youth Sports & Fitness............................................706-791-5104 Fort Gordon Teen Center, Bldg. 41503, Brainard Ave. PARENT SUPPORT CYSS Parent Central Services...................706-791-4455/4722 Bldg. 44401, 44th St. School Liaison Services................................706-791-4168/7270 Bldg. 44401, 44th St. SCHOOL SERVICES Pre-K & Pre-K/Kindergarten After School Programs.............................706-791-1306/4790 Bldg. 45400, 46th St. School-Age Services......................................706-791-7575/6500 Bldg. 45410, 46th St. Youth Services Middle School & Teen.................706-791-6500 Fort Gordon Teen Center, Bldg. 41503, Brainard Ave. COMMUNITY ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICES Army Community Services (ACS)........................706-791-3579 ...................................................................................1-877-310-5741 Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave., Rm. 224, 155 & 172 Army Emergency Relief (AER)..............................706-791-8685 Army Family Action Plan (AFAP).........................706-791-2820 Army Family Team Building (AFTB).....................706-791-2820 Army Volunteer Corps (AVC)................................706-791-3880 Christmas House............................................706-791-1958/4767 Domestic Violence Hotline........................706-791-STOP (7867) Employment Readiness Program (ERP).............706-791-7878 32 | FYI SUMMER 2015

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP).............706-791-4872 Family Advocacy Program (FAP)................706-791-3648/6632 Family Outreach Center..........................................706-791-5220 Bldg. 33512, Rice Dr. Financial Readiness.......................................706-791-1918/8586 Information and Referral Services.......................706-791-0792 Military OneSource...............................................1-800-342-9647 Mobilization & Deployment Program...................706-791-1958 Relocation Readiness....................................706-791-4181/1922 Welcome Center: Darling Hall, Rm. 172 Lending Closet: Darling Hall, Rm. 172 Soldier & Family Assistance Center (SFAC).............706-791-8777 Survivor Outreach Services (SOS).....................706-787-1767 Swap & Assist Shop.................................................706-791-3579 Behind The Exchange, Bldg. 39101, 40th St. AUTOMOTIVE Gordon Car Care Auto Skills Center...................706-791-2390 Bldg. 29300, 30th St. RECREATION Fort Gordon Recreation..........................................706-791-4300 Bldg. 44401, 44th St., Ste. 170 RECYCLING Fort Gordon Recycling............................................706-791-7881 Bldg. 997, 10th St. and Chamberlain Ave. LEISURE ACTIVITIES Gordon Lakes Golf Club.........................................706-791-2433 Bldg. 537, Range Rd. Gordon Lanes Bowling Center..............................706-791-3446 Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave. Hilltop Riding Stable...............................................706-791-4864 Bldg. 509, North Range Rd. ENTERTAINMENT Alternate Escapes Recreation Center.................706-791-0785 Bldg. 25722, B St. Bingo Palace..............................................................706-793-0003 Bldg. 15500, Corner of Lane Ave. & 15th St. Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre..................................706-793-8552 Bldg. 32100, 3rd Ave. Game Link Lounge....................................................706-910-1212 at Alternate Escapes Recreation Center, Bldg. 25722, B St. LIBRARY Woodworth Consolidated Library.........................706-791-7323 Bldg. 33500, Rice Rd. OUTDOOR Fort Gordon Outdoor Recreation.........................706-791-5078 Bldg. 00445, Carter Rd. Get Outdoors Gordon..............................................706-791-2132 at Tactical Advantage Sportsman’s Complex, Bldg. 00445, Carter Rd. Leitner Lake Recreation Complex........................706-791-5078 MWR Lake Park Dr.

FAMILY AND MWR | “NEED TO KNOW” DIRECTORY

Pointes West Army Resort.....................................706-541-1057 6703 Washington Rd., Appling GA SERVICE MEMBER SPECIFIC BOSS Headquarters................................................706-791-3025 Brown Hall, Bldg. 19730, Barnes Ave. Warrior Adventure Quest.......................................706-791-2132 at Tactical Advantage Sportsman’s Complex, Bldg. 00445, Carter Rd. TRAVEL Aladdin Travel............................................................706-771-0089 Bldg. 36200, 36th St. Carlson Wagonlit Travel – Official Travel...........706-798-0990 Rm. 117, Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave. Fort Gordon Bus Station.........................................706-793-0026 Bldg. 36200, 36th St. SPORTS & FITNESS AQUATICS Indoor Pool.................................................................706-791-3034 Bldg. 21608, Brainard Ave. Outdoor Pool & Spray Park....................................706-791-8053 at The Courtyard, Bldg. 36710, Brainard Ave. FITNESS CENTERS Cyber Fitness Center (Gym 5)..............................706-791-7370 Bldg. 25713, 26th St. Gordon Fitness Center............................................706-791-2647 Bldg. 29607, Barnes Ave. Victory Fitness Center (Gym 3)...........................706-791-2864 Bldg. 25510, Brainard Ave. Warrior Fitness Center (Gym 6)...........................706-791-6872 Bldg. 21713, 21st St. SPORTS Sports, Fitness and Aquatics................................706-791-1142 Bldg. 24501, 25th St.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL/STORAGE EQUIPMENT Outdoor Equipment Rentals..................................706-791-5078 at Tactical Advantage Sportsman’s Complex, Bldg. 00445, Carter Rd. Sports Equipment Rentals.....................................706-791-7857 Bldg. 24501, 25th St. STORAGE Gordon Storage........................................................706-791-5241 Bldg. 29300, 30th St. Pointes West Boat Storage....................................706-541-1057 6703 Washington Rd., Appling GA MISCELLANEOUS Commissary...............................................................706-791-3718 Bldg. 37200, 3rd Ave. By-Pass Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center..............706-787-5811 The Exchange.............................................................706-793-7171 Bldg. 38200 Fort Gordon & Community Credit Union.............706-793-0012 Bldg. 36305, Ave. of the States Fort Gordon Housing Office..............706-791-5116/7067/9658 ID Card Section/DEERS Office..................706-791-1927/1930 Darling Hall, Bldg. 33720 IHG Army Hotels.......................................................706-790-3676 Military Police Station..................................706-791-4380/4537 NAF Civilian Personnel Office..............................706-791-6382 Post Information.......................................................706-791-0110 Public Affairs Office (PAO)...................................706-791-4306 Bldg. 33720, Ste. 382, 307 Chamberlain Ave. Veterinary Services.......................................706-787-7375/3815 Bldg. 500, Range Rd. Welcome Center at Gate 1.....................................706-791-3071

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