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Director of Family and MWR Column
From the desk of Nicholas Johnsen I have always found November to be a great month of Thanksgiving. I can remember as a young boy going to our local cemetery on Veterans Day and laying flowers on our relatives who had served in the armed forces during WWII and Korea. I do not remember any form a l c e r e m o n y. N o t many words were spoken by my Father or my uncles all of whom served during WWII. I realized it was not a moment to run around, but the significance of that time spent there in quiet reflection was lost on this young boy. I now have, with the experience of a military career and combat tours, gained a far greater appreciation for Veterans Day. I find my own way of praying for all who now rest in cemeteries around the globe who have so faithfully served our nation. We all should honor them in our own way, and thank them for what they did for all of us when they served. I also pray for their Families for they too sacrificed much in the name of Freedom. We will then give thanks on Thanksgiving Day. Thanksgiving has become a day of Family, traditional meals served with love and care, and football. I have over the years found that I have focused more on the Family aspect and less on the food and football. I can always get something to eat, or watch some football game that really at the end of the day does not change the world for the better. My Family, on the other hand, is unique, special, and cannot be replaced. It is of more importance to me than any medal that was ever pinned on my chest, or any rank attached to my uniform. Thanksgiving for me is now a Day to say thanks for the Family I have. May these days give special meaning to you in a unique and reflective manner, which neither money nor possessions can replace.
Respectfully,
Nicholas R. Johnsen Director of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation
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HOOD HAPPENINGS MAGAZINE VOLUME 10 • NUMBER 11 • 2011
4 5 16 2 FORT HOOD SPOTLIGHT We Are Family
15 FAMILY Santa Clause is Coming to Town
4 ARTS & CRAFTS The Workshop
16 BOSS Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
5 FEATURE FACILITY A Home Away from Home
18 HEALTH The Magic Touch
6 FEATURE STORY Thought for Food
20 OUTREACH Open Door Policy
8 FOOD Table-turner
21 FINANCE Know Your Worth
10 ENTERTAINMENT Let It Shine
22 PARENTING Par-TEA Time
12 FORT HOOD FAMILY AND MWR Location Guide/Phone Listings Map, Listings, Locations & Phone Numbers
23 TEEN The Dream Teen 24 CONSUMER Holiday Cards
14 RECREATION Tokens of Appreciation
Hood Happenings is an unauthorized, official monthly magazine for Family, and Morale, Welfare and Recreation activities within Fort Hood. Contents are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Fort Hood Command. The appearance of advertising in this publication does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army or the Fort Hood Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised in this magazine shall be made available for purchase, use, or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical/mental handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy is confirmed, Family and MWR shall refuse to accept advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. The information in this issue is current at time of publication. Activities and events are subject to change. For confirmation please call the activity.
Garrison Commander COL Mark Freitag DFMWR Nicholas R. Johnsen Deputy DFMWR Lorenzo J. Westbrook ACS Chief Jeanie Barton NAFSS Chief Susan Burns
BD Chief Mike Ernst RD Chief Johnny Pelton CYSS Chief Yveta Phillips Marketing Chief Tracy Thomas Administrative Assistant Tina Wilgeroth
Account Executive Jade Coleman Johanna Rosson Public Relations Monty Campbell Wilson Mathews III Sales Manager Tashika Dixon Sales Assistant Shelly Damo
Production Manager Nixie Romero Graphic Designers Tanna Jones LaVonda K. Wills Robert Johnson Visual Information Specialist Jason Weiss
Cover Design Robert Johnson Editor Wilson Mathews III
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To advertise in this publication: Hood Marketing / P.O. Box X / Fort Hood, TX 76544 • tashika.dixon@us.army.mil • 254-532-5481
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NOVEMBER 1-30 6-27 9 10 12 12 15 17 18 - 8 18 19 19 19 20 - 1 21 - 23 24
Military Family Appreciation Month Adult Swim Lessons, Abrams Pool Natalie Stovall Concert, Phantom Warrior Center Master Resilience Training, Oveta Culp Hobby SFRC Old School Salute to the Troops/After-party, Abrams PFC/ Phantom Warrior Center Moonlight Cruise, BLORA Beef & Burgundy, Club Hood Mini-Meet 100m & 200m Medley Relay, Abrams Pool Jan. Nature In Lights, BLORA Phantom Warrior Scramble, Courses of Clear Creek Bud Light Trail Fishing Tournament, BLORA Boating Safety Course, BLORA Cardio Blowout, Abrams PFC Jan. Holiday Sale, Courses of Clear Creek Dec 31 Winter Reading Program, Casey Memorial Library BOSS Thanksgiving Bash, Backbone NCO Lounge Thanksgiving Buffet, Club Hood
Visit us at HoodMWR.com or Facebook, for all the latest information
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Garrison Commander’s Tournament, Courses of Clear Creek Overnight Trail Ride, BLORA Brunch With Santa, Club Hood Intramural Basketball League Starts, Abrams PFC Adult Swim Lessons, Abrams Pool Victorian Tea, Phantom Warrior Center Bud Light Trail Fishing Tournament, BLORA Williamson County Orchestra, Howze Theater
Fort Hood Spotlight WE ARE FAMILY The makeup of each military Family is unique and may include those who are single, married, children, teenagers, parents, grandparents, fiancés and friends. Whatever the makeup is, it is refreshing to know everyone is encompassed in what could be described as the largest Family support network in the world– the military Family community. November is “Military Family Appreciation Month”, which recognizes the sacrifices made by military Families; who unwaveringly serve alongside their loved one with integrity, pride, strength and incomprehensible resilience. In honor of Military Family Appreciation Month, Family and MWR is celebrating in various ways. Use this issue of Hood Happenings to check out all of the upcoming Family and MWR happenings. For more information about the Military Family Appreciation Month celebration, call 254-287-8657.
Old School
Official After-party
SALUTE...
Come and see the first class child development space awaiting your child at the new Kouma and Montague Child Development Centers, as the proud staff would love to give you a tour! Montague Child Development Center is located in Bldg. 70004 on Clement Drive. For information about Montague Child Development Center, call 254-287-8835. Kouma Child Development Center and SkiesUnlimited Academy is located in Bldg. 48303 on Johnson Drive. For information on Kouma Child Development Center and/or the SKIESUnlimited Academy, call 254-285-6017.
Live DJ and appearances from all performers!
10 pm – 1 am
Backbone Lounge
Located inside the Phantom Warrior Center, Bldg 194 - 37th Street
After-party Tickets Tickets available at locations listed on pg 3
$5 until November 11 $10 on November 12 Sold separately from performance tickets and available to all, 18 years of age and older.
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Old School GLHENDERSONPRODUCTIONS
Salute SALUTE To Our Troops
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Nov 12 Doors Open at 6pm Show Starts at 7pm
$10 per ticket
featuring
Ce Ce Peniston “Finally”
Open to DoD ID-Card holders Tickets can be purchased at
Leisure Travel Services, Sportsmen’s Center, Abrams Physical Fitness Center (8 am - 5 pm), or the Financial Management Branch (8 am - 4:30 pm) located in the Phantom Warrior Center.
also performing
Dana Dane - “Nightmares” Chubb Rock - “The Chubbster” 69 Boyz - “Tootsie Roll”
Abrams Physical Fitness Center 62nd Street and Support Avenue, Bldg. 23001 254-286-5342
Special Guests Splack Pack & Ghost Town DJs
This performance is intended for adult audiences and may contain material that may be offensive to some individuals or inappropriate for individuals under 18 years of age in accordance with AR-215-1. Individuals requiring special accommodations due to a medical disability, call 254-288-7835.
Sponsored by Cumulus Radio
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ARTS & CRAFTS
by Galen Ryan
T
he holidays are coming up sooner than you think…and sure, an expensive fancy gift is always welcomed…but this holiday season, use Apache Arts & Crafts to skillfully create gifts as Santa does in his workshop. Apache Arts & Crafts is the place to go if you need to learn a craft or just to indulge your creativity. Classes are offered in a wide range of hobbies. It has facilities for everything from ceramics to woodworking and has a competent staff that will help you every step of the way. The Screen Printing and Embroidery Shops offer an interesting option for personalizing garments for a gift to a friend or for a giveaway at a company’s holiday party. Embroidery is available for an array of items including; hats, blankets, golf bags, and towels. This is the perfect place to find a fun present for everyone on your holiday list. Apache also has a framing shop and a Ceramic Department. Framing an individual’s favorite picture is a fantastic idea for a gift The Ceramic Department also has instructors that can walk you through making almost every imaginable ceramic item. Classes are also available if you want to go that extra mile and
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put some real tender loving care into your holiday gifts. Ceramic, wood shop, and Framing Classes are available as well as a wizard matt cutting class, which requires you to finish framing class beforehand. Pottery classes are also available and are taught by a “certified contracted instructor”, If you are interested in the pottery course you must call in 48 hours prior. If you’re into the whole do-it-yourself thing, let Apache’s professional artisans produce something for you…just tell them your idea and let them get crafting in the workshop. It all starts at the Hobby Heaven sales store where you can purchase all your crafting supplies at some of the best prices in town. This is also where you sign up for classes. The Multi-Craft stores is the spot for getting custom engravings and plaques; engravings can be done on wood, glass, leather or acrylic. Hat racks, dog tags, trophies and more are great ideas for items to be engraved and personalized for a special gift. Time is of the essence, so let’s get to the workshop and get to crafting! For more information on the shops or courses available, please call 254287-0343 or click on recreation at HoodMWR.com . Apache Arts & Crafts is located at 761st Tank Battalion and 62nd Street, in Bldg. 2337. s
FEATURE FACILITY
by Galen Ryan
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re you not a tent person? Does the thought of roughing it out in the wild not appeal to you? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you may think that Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is not your cup of tea. Those of you who enjoy the comforts of home can still experience what Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area has to offer by staying in one of their gorgeous cottages. Rent a cottage for an evening, weekend or longer and get the experience of the outdoors with a less than rustic living area. BLORA offers one and two-bedroom cottages, both come fully furnished with kitchen supplies, utensils and linens.
They also have a screened in porch, barbecue grill and picnic area. All cottages are also conveniently located near playgrounds. The one-bedroom is perfect for a Family of four, while the two-bedroom accommodates six individuals. Prices for a stay at these cottages include a $3 charge at the gate for DoD registered vehicles; all other vehicles will be charged $8 to enter. Winter rates begin in October and run through March and are as follows: E-1 to E-4, $30 MondayThursday , $35 for Fridays -Sundays and holidays. E-5 and above as well as all other DoD personnel will be $35 MondayThursday, $40 for Friday-Sunday and
Holidays. Check in time is after 3 pm and check out is any time before noon. While enjoying your stay at BLORA make sure to explore all the other activities available in the area, ranging from horseback riding to mountain biking as well as fishing, hunting and even paintball. So come stay in one of the welcoming cottages and experience the fun and excitement that is to be had for the entire Family. Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is located 14 miles northeast of Fort Hood, just off of Cottage Road. For more information, please call the reservation desk at 254-287-2523.s
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FEATURE STORY
Thought for Food by Wilson Mathews III
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Celebrations of all sorts, and the food that accompanies them, bring people from all over the world closer together. Let’s all take a moment to reflect on the thought behind two of the Nation’s most popular holiday feasts…
In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Native Americans shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. For more than two centuries, days of thanksgiving were celebrated by individual colonies and states. It wasn’t until 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, that President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national Thanksgiving Day to be held each November. This Thanksgiving, allow yourself an opportunity to experience the Thanksgiving Buffet at Club Hood, on November 24. The buffet will consist of a full spectrum of delicious foods; the carving station will consist of mouth-watering roasted turkey and Virginia baked ham, as well as steamship round of beef. Other meats will include, sliced turkey, pork tenderloin and stuffed flounder. To compliment the meats, the lunch line will contain candied yams, macaroni and cheese, green bean casserole, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and more. A salad station will be available for a lighter choice, and the buffet will be rounded out with a delectable choice of desserts. The man we know as Santa Claus has a history all his own and can be traced back hundreds of years to a monk named St. Nicholas. It is believed that Nicholas was born sometime around 280 A.D. in modern-day Turkey. Much admired for his kindness, St. Nicholas became the subject of many legends. It is said that he gave away all of his inherited wealth and traveled the countryside helping the poor and sick. Over the course of many years, Nicholas’s popularity spread and he became known as the protector of children. On December 4, Santa will be at Club Hood for brunch, before he heads back to the North Pole to check in with the elves at the workshop. Indulge your taste buds in a full breakfast and lunch feast, including a bountiful array of creative entrees, delectable salads and tempting desserts, all prepared fresh. Santa will also be available for pictures, so be sure to bring your cameras. Both, Thanksgiving Buffet and Brunch with Santa offer two separate seatings. The first seating, will be from 11 am - 12:30 pm; the second, 1:30 pm - 3 pm. Each feast is $18.95 for adults, $5.95 for children 5-12 and free for children 4 and under. Club Hood is located in building in Bldg. 5764, on 24th Street at Tank Destroyer Boulevard, near the East Gate. Open to the all authorized Family and MWR patrons. For more information or to make a reservation, call 254-532-5073 or 254-532-5329. The holiday season brings an array of delectable foods…and foods are a medium through which we use to celebrate unity and thankFULLness…s
Army Community Service
Food Pantry
*The Food Pantry relies heavily on donations from the community; such as non-perishable food products, which have not exceeded the expiration date; and other items such as diapers and hygiene products.
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FOOD
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by Johanna Rosson
This year, turn the tables on your Thanksgiving leftovers with recipe’s that your Family will gobble up! Turkey and Sweet Potato Quesadillas with Chipotle Mayo • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
2 cups shredded leftover turkey 1/4 cup salsa (I like tomatillo, but whatever you have is fine) 4 large flour tortillas 1/2 cup sweet potatoes, mashed 1 cup shredded Cheddar 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons sour cream 1 lime, juiced 1 canned chipotle pepper, chopped 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 green onion for garnish, sliced
Directions In a large bowl combine leftover turkey and salsa. To construct quesadilla, place one tortilla on work surface and spread with half the mashed sweet potato. Then add half the turkey mixture and half the cheese. Top with tortilla and brush with a bit of canola oil. In a large skillet over medium high heat add quesadilla oil side down then brush the top with oil. Cook for about 3 minutes until bottom begins to brown and cheese starts to melt. Flip and repeat. In a small bowl combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chipotle, cumin, cilantro, salt and pepper. Remove quesadilla from pan, cut into wedges and serve with chipotle dipping sauce. Garnish with onions.
Sweet Potato Bisque • • • • • • • • •
6 slices bacon 1 chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups leftover roasted sweet potato’s 4 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon white pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1 cup heavy cream
Preparation: In large stockpot, cook bacon until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels and set aside. Drain off all but two tablespoons of the bacon fat. Cook onion and garlic in bacon fat until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in sweet potatoes and chicken stock. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until potatoes are falling apart. Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash the vegetables. Stir in heavy cream and heat through. Garnish each serving with bacon. Serves four to six individuals.
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Bring Your ride to
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26 bays to complete your own auto related projects Clean, safe and climate controlled work space State Inspections Mechanical advice & engine analysis Tool room, welding and sandblasting stations
FIX IT YOURSEL F YOURSELF & SAVE
Machine shop Car lifts & vehicle storage
Wed - Fri, 9 am – 8 pm Weekends, 9 am – 4:30 pm Training Holidays, 9 am – 6 pm *Patrons must present a valid DoD ID, wear closed toe shoes and shirts, make payment at time of service and properly dispose of all debris.
20th Street & Old Ironside Ave. Bldg 9138, 254-287-2725
Erin B. Shank
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ENTERTAINMENT
by Monty Campbell
Ah…the smell of the wood-burning stoves and pine cones is in the air and with the crispness of the night air, it is all we can do to not be overly exuberant in our holiday fervor. C’mon, we all know that when we wake up in the morning to that fresh cup of coffee or other beverage, the thought of singing Johnny Mathis’ “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” is nearly overwhelming. The holiday season is upon us and once again, it is time to gather the Family up and take in the traditional holiday festivities. Let’s face it: most of the things we love about the winter holidays - the Family gatherings, the parties and overindulgent meals, the giving and receiving of gifts - are also pretty stressful. Many of us cross over into the New Year feeling as if we’ve just run a marathon: happy, but exhausted, and figuratively and literally spent. That is why we all need that little moment to relax and enjoy a holiday light display that will not only brighten the skies, but your spirit as well – Nature in Lights at Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area. For many Families, going to see local holiday light displays is a favorite yearly tradition. It’s a great way to jump-start your holiday spirit! So bundle up, jump in the car and spend the evening by taking in some of these great holiday lights. Come on out and make your way to the lights by the lake. Featuring over 115 holiday light displays in a five and a half mile drive
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Williamson
County Symphony
Orchestra
through BLORA, Nature In Lights will light up the night skies for the 15th consecutive year. Some light displays are as much as 40 ft. high, with various themes throughout. The largest and most festive holiday light display in Central Texas will be unveiled starting nightly on November 18 and concludes on January 8 from 5:30 – 11 pm. Entry into the park varies depending on your type of vehicle. Cars, mini-vans, and pick-up trucks have an entry fee of $5, while 15-passenger vans have a fee of $15, 24-passenger vans have a fee of $25, and 47-passenger vans have a fee of $40. If visiting Monday through Wednesday, visitors will receive a Fourth Edition Nature in Lights Ornament, while supplies last. This will be a great way to remember your Family outing at BLORA and create a desire to continue the collection. While enjoying the spectacle of the light displays, don’t forget to stop by Santa’s Village located in Live Oak Pavilion featuring Cowboy Cafe. Santa’s Village hosts a large array of arts and crafts and assorted items, including Christmas ornaments, cookie jars and more for sale from local vendors. Also, remember to stop by and take a picture with our guest of honor and let him know whether you have been naughty or nice. Pictures with Santa are five dollars for a small Polaroid picture. For more information, driving directions or other program information, call the park at 254287-2523. s
Saturday
December 10
7:30pm
Howze Theater
Bldg 33000 on Battalion Avenue
Enjoy the joyful holiday melodies of the Williamson County Orchestra The fun and entertainment is FREE and open for all to enjoy! For more information and individuals requiring special accommodations due to a medical disability, call 254-288-7835. HoodMWR.com
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(All area code 254) Chapels Bldg Comanche Chapel 52024 Iron Horse Chapel 37012 1 Cav Memorial Chapel 31001 Red Team Chapel 24008 Spiritual Fitness Center 12012 4th ID Memorial Chapel 10041 19 Street Chapel 9406 13th SC(E) Chapel 39010 Historical Old Post Chapel 53 West Fort Hood Chapel 91074
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Physical Fitness Centers Bldg Map Phone Abrams Physical Fitness 23001 31 287-2016 Burba Physical Fitness 9301 69 287-8298 Harvey Physical Fitness 31006 18 287-0195 Iron Horse Physical Fitness (SRP) 37017 16 287-0193 Kieschnick Physical Fitness 39008 26 287-4293 Grey Wolf Physical Fitness 24006 28 287-0194 Starker Physical Fitness 87010 72 287-9639 West Fort Hood Physical Fitness 91068 82 553-2010 Fort Hood Comprehensive Soldier Training Facility Fort Hood CSTF HQ 12022 58 285-5693 Warrior Adventure Quest 12019 319-1619 Army Center/Enhanced Performance 12020 288-4671 Applied Fitness Center 12018 57 287-8219 Spiritual Fitness Center 12012 56 553-1195 Personal Financial Asst Ctr., Ste 400 12020 61 553-4698 Military Family Life Cons, Ste 500 12020 61 553-4705
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Recreational Activities Bldg Map Apache Arts & Crafts Center 2337 30 Phantom Warrior Lanes 49010 13 Community Events & Bingo Center 50012 8 Sprocket Auto Crafts 9138 68 School Age Services (SAS Sites) Clarke Elementary School 51600 7 Clear Creek Elementary School 4800 9 Duncan Elementary School 52802 5 Montague Elementary School 84001 78 Muskagee SAS 52943 2 Venable Elementary School 60160 61 Walker/Meadows Site 85018 73 Sports & Fitness Programs Competitive Sports Office 23005 31 Aerobics & Skating Center 324 55 Intramural Sports 23005 31 Varsity Sports 23005 31 Youth Sports 6602 60
Phone 287-0343 287-3424 532-9253 287-2725 288-6310 554-3667 287-4362 539-8695 523-4217 287-7950 288-3622 287-5623 288-3622 285-5459 288-3770
Centralized Marketing Information Area Copeland Center (Front Desk Open 24hrs 7 days a week) Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness Center (Open Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30pm) Swimming Pools Aquatics Office Abrams Pool (Indoor) Comanche Pool 13th SC(E) Pool 62nd St Pool 42nd St Pool Martin Pool Patton Pool Thomas Pool West Fort Hood Pool Youth Centers Bronco Youth Center Comanche Youth Center High Chaparral Youth Center Miscellaneous Services American Red Cross (toll free) 1-877-272-7337 BOSS Program Combined Federal Campaign NAF Civilian Personnel Advisory Center Palmer Theater Howze Theater Veterinary Clinic Robertson Blood Center Inprocessing DFMWR Headquarters Fort Hood Recycle Center Client Services (Legal Assistance)
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Tokens of by Erica Stiner In celebration of Military Family Appreciation Month, Casey Memorial Library is conducting several activities, as tokens of appreciation. Take time to honor veterans Saturday, November 12, at Casey Memorial Library. From 10 am to 5 pm, we’ll be making “saddle bags” to donate to veterans staying at the Olin E. Teague Medical Center. These handy bags attach to walkers and are great for carrying items. Sewing skills are not necessary; we’ll also need people to iron and cut fabric. If you have a sewing machine, iron, or ironing board you prefer to use, feel free to bring them. The Crossroads to Texas Quilt Guild will be providing fabric and patterns. If you prefer to bring your own fabric, you will need a yard of good quality, sturdy, woven cotton or cotton-polyester blend fabric appropriate for adults. We ask that children be 10 or older. Children ages 1012 years old must be accompanied by a parent. Lunch will be provided around noon and
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snacks will be available. You can stay all day or come for a couple hours. Pre-registration is appreciated, but not required. Call 254-287-4921 or e-mail Erica Stiner, Public Services Librarian, at erica.j.stiner@ us.army.mil to register or ask questions. Warm up with a good book! Join the Winter Reading Program, November 21 through December 31. Sign up through the link on the library web page available through HoodMWR.com or in the library throughout November and December. Children, adults and teens can earn a prize each week for reading two hours. We’ll also have crafts, movies, games, and more over the six weeks of the program. Each week will feature a different winter holiday: Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza, Boxing Day, and Shogatsu (Japanese New Year). Final awards will be presented during a New Year’s Cartoon Marathon. Sign up today! Casey Memorial Library has ever-growing list of activates, that cannot be summarized in one article. Use the contact information below to learn more. Casey Memorial Library Monday –Thursday 10 am – 8 pm Friday & Saturday 10 am – 6 pm Sunday 12 – 8 pm
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November 18, Santa Clause is coming to town! In addition to the luminous displays at Nature in Lights, Santa’s Village is sure to captivate! Santa’s Village is roughly four miles along the scenic Nature in Lights route at BLORA...just past Sierra Beach… you can’t miss the large pavilion on the left and the huge sign over Santa’s Village. This year, Santa’s Village is western themed, complete with a stage that looks like an old western village. Santa will also be in present and in full regalia of a western wear! Children can even take photos with Santa in a western/ traditional hat, to add a little western flair to your image…children without a cowboy hat to wear in their picture with Santa, may use one of the hats Santa has. Santa will even be surrounded by a saddle for the little ones to hop onto and to get their photo. Photos are only $8 each or two for $15...this is a great value for the perfect holiday momentum…or you may even want to purchase a coffee mug with your child’s image for $15 as well. Santa’s Village will be filled with a wide variety of vendors for all your holiday shopping needs...the Cookie Shack will have hot chocolate and cookies for purchase…so come out and shop, browse or to enjoy a sweet treat…there will even be live music (karaoke)…lots to do and lots of fun for the whole Family…stop by and visit us, while Santa Clause is in town! s Santa’s Village 5:30 – 11 pm November 18 – December 11, Thursday - Sunday December 15 – 23, Monday – Sunday 5:30 – 10 pm December 24
Unlimited Golf November 1 – February 29
Phantom Warrior Scramble November 18
Holiday Sale November 20 – January 1
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*See page 10 for details on the Nature in Lights celebration.
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We didn’t put the “Family” in “Family and MWR” for no reason. We consider ourselves one big Family. That’s why we offer volunteer opportunities such as Host a Soldier for Thanksgiving. If you have the space and the means to welcome single Soldiers into your home for Thanksgiving; you can be a hostess with the mostess. By hosting a Soldier or two, three, four, five, six! You catch my drift? Do you already have this idea and just don’t know how to find Soldiers that need a place to go for Thanksgiving? No worries! Just stop by or contact the Better Opportunity for Single Soldiers (BOSS) office and we will put you on the list. Once you are added to the list, we will connect you with a single Soldier(s), then
Guess g n i m o C W ho’s ner? n i D o t Thanksgiving Day all you have to do is dial/text them up saying “dinner time” and they will be at your door before you can hang up the phone! To participate, just call or stop by the BOSS office located in the Phantom Warrior Center Bldg 194, 37th Street or give us a call at (254) 287-6116. Don’t let a single Soldier be alone for Thanksgiving! Open up your home and show them THANKS for the sacrifices they make! Now on another note to all you Soldiers, we have another Thanksgiving offering to share! We’re having a BOSS Thanksgiving Bash! It’s going “turkey” down at the Backbone NCO Lounge on November 23 at 7 pm. This event is exclusively for Single Soldiers, but we don’t mind if you bring a friend or two. We’re going to have karaoke, live DJ, games and of course real GOOD food and drinks! We’re going to turn out the dance floor doing the “GOBBLE” not the “WOBBLE”! See you there! For these or any other BOSS acttvities, call 254-287-6116. ▲
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THE MAGIC TOUCH by Wilson Mathews III hough humans are wired to need touch, in today’s fast paced, technology-driven world, it’s very easy to go days, even weeks or months without experiencing human touch- not to mention massage therapy. While the side effects may not be immediately apparent, the consequences could adversely influence your health and well-being. Writings on massage therapy have been noted throughout history, such as in ancient Greek civilization. In 460 AD, ancient Greek philosopher and physician, Hippocrates, whom is often referred to as the “father of western medicine”, wrote “the physician must be experienced in many things, but assuredly in rubbing”. Touch is the first sense to develop in the womb, the last sense to fail in old age and subsequently one of the most important senses. While the other four senses (sight, hearing, smell and taste) are located in specific parts of the body, the sense of touch is found throughout all organs, especially the skin. The sense of touch in your skin originates in the bottom layer of your skin called the dermis, which is filled with many tiny nerve endings that give information about the things with which the body comes in contact. The nerve endings in the skin determine if something feels hot, cold, painful and pleasant. To the body, painful touch alerts the brain of danger or a malfunction; but pleasant/appropriate touch i.e., massages therapy, can provide a number of benefits. Research has shown that the
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benefits of massage may include pain relief, reduced anxiety, depression, blood pressure, muscle tension and heart rate. A common notion behind the effect of massage stems from the feeling of relaxation and well-being that one may experience from massage therapy is that: it stimulates the release of endorphins and serotonin, preventing fibrosis or scar tissue, increasing the flow of lymph, aiding the immune system and improving the quality of sleep. Through the Applied Fitness Center on Fort Hood, massage therapy is right at your fingertips! Massage therapy is administered by certified massage therapists, whom are happy to accommodate. Some of the services provided include, but are not limited to; deep tissue, hot stone, relaxation, reiki and prenatal massages; and reflexology. You don’t have to be a proponent of magic to experience to the magic touch of massage therapy… Take advantage of competitive prices, optional prepaid appointments, additional appointment times available upon request/availability in addition to Kids On-site child care. Open to all authorized Family and MWR patrons . *All information provided in this article is educational in nature and to be used at patron’s discretion. While every attempt has been made to ensure its accuracy, there are no expressed or implied warranties. Massage therapy services are not a substitute for examination, diagnosis or treatment by a physician. s
Massage Therapy Applied Fitness Center 33rd Street & Old Ironsides, Bldg 12018
254-630-5219 or 254-287-5586 Monday & Wednesday 3 - 7 pm Tuesday & Thursday 11 am - 3 pm Friday 2 - 6 pm
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DOOR POLICY by Tomya Hearon
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ere on Fort Hood there is an amazing facility called the Lending Closet, which supports Soldiers and their Families relocating to and from the installation. The Lending Closet is stocked with basic items. Some of the items available to Soldiers and Family members include: irons, ironing boards, toasters, coffeemakers, dinnerware, silverware, cooking utensils, pots and pans, car seats, strollers and highchairs. When borrowing from the Lending Closet, have your own linens, because the Lending Closet does not provide them. The Relocation Readiness Program Lending Closet is especially designed to make transition into the community easier. Orders are not required, but Family members and Soldiers are required to present their DoD ID. For out-processing Soldiers and Families, items may be borrowed after the household shipment has been picked up. Soldiers must still present an DoD ID to borrow items. All items on loan from the Lending Closet need to be returned prior to receiving installation clearing papers. We also offer Welcome Packet CD’s, PCS on the GO information, International Spouse Packets. and U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Service information. Family members can also get current information on the community and the many services available to them. This important service is free of charge and is provided by the Relocation Readiness Program which is responsible for helping mobile military Families get settled quickly by providing Families with basic installation information. If you would like to learn more about the ACS Relocation Readiness Program our Lending Closet, or the other services we provide on this installation please stop by or call us for current welcome packet CD’s or to sign up for our many programs, call us at 254-287-4471. We are open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm, so come by a visit us in the Rivers Building, Bldg. 121 on the corner of 761st Tank Battalion Avenue .and TJ Mills Boulevard. The door is open, so come in to the Lending Closet and let us put the “Wow” in your move! ▲
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If asked for your salary requirements, don’t tell. Write “open” in the application blank, or tell the interviewer you want to know more about job requirements, benefits, advancement opportunities and the work environment before you name a required salary. If prompted for how much you made in your last job, don’t answer that either. Say you’re willing to discuss past income during your interview. If pressed, make sure you offer the ‘big picture’ for your last salary. Include the monetary value of all your benefits. Before discussing salary, make the connections for how you will help the company improve its bottom line. Develop three to five clear points to share in the interview. Then, tell the interviewer you’ll consider any serious offer they’d like to make. It’s better not to name your salary first. When an offer comes, ask if it’s flexible. You may not see big increase, but you might gain more paid vacation, a signing bonus or other perks. s
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ave you ever been in the mood to just sit down, take a break from it all and sip on some tea with your Family? The holiday season is the best time to do such a thing, as we all know how busy and hectic the holiday season can be. Whether you are packing up the Family vehicle to go visit one side of your Family or heading out to do some holiday shopping, it does become rather stressful during the holiday season. That is where Child, Youth and School Services swoops in and will help make this holiday season a memorable one for you and your loved ones with their traditional Victorian Tea. Victorian Teas have been around for centuries as a means of having people gather and enjoy the camaraderie and fellowship that ensued. Beginning in both America and England in the late 1880’s, fine hotels began to offer tea service in Tea Rooms and Tea Courts. Victorian ladies and their gentlemen would meet in the late afternoon for tea and conversation. Many of these tea services became so well known that the phenomenon spread throughout the countries and have evolved into what we experience today. Each December since 2005, CYSS hosts the Victorian Tea to give the opportunity to take a moment to enjoy the holiday season and this year the tradition continues. CYSS’ Victorian Tea extravaganza will be held Dec. 8 at the Phantom Warrior Center. This little getaway from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is FREE and open to all Families that are registered with CYSS. The festivities begin at 5 pm, so come out early and be dressed to the nines. Don’t miss out on this remarkable opportunity to come out and share in the holiday season with those that mean the most to you – your Family and friends. For more information, call CYSS at 254-287-2164 or log onto HoodMWR.com. s hoodhappeningsnovember2011
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ew York’s Rucker Park is famed for having showcased many street ball, college and even professional basketball players on its courts. On any given Saturday afternoon, anyone from Kobe Bryant to Kevin Durant can be spotted balling against neighborhood players. Similarly, the Drew League in California has seen a host of sports enthusiasts hit the courts not for a paycheck, but simply for the love of the game. Following in the tradition of New York’s Rucker Park and California’s Drew League, Fort Hood Child, Youth and School Services is hosting the Youth Services: Teen Sports Extravaganza at Abrams Physical Fitness Center on Saturday, December 17. The Teen Sports Extravaganza will include a variety of sport challenges, basketball games, video game challenges, prize giveaways, a live DJ and live entertainment. The event will kick off at noon with the opening ceremony for the Youth Sports and Fitness Program’s basketball season. At 1 pm the main event will begin, with an action-packed, sportfilled day. Attendees will have the opportunity to watch several basketball games, to include male and female Old School vs. New School games, as well as a Stars vs. Students game. For those individuals not interested in the main attraction– the basketball games, other activities will also include video game challenges, a double Dutch competition, a 3-point shootout contest and free throw contest. Attendees of the event will also have the opportunity to enter to win several prizes, to include gift cards, video games, and more! Players from the Old School vs. New School games will include local coaches, community leaders and youth talent from the surrounding communities. The Stars vs. Students game will include local and regional celebrities along with some surprise guests. To close out the event, 7-9 pm there will be a minientertainment showcase and party for teens, 6th through 12th grade, with a live DJ and refreshments. For more information, call 254-287-5834. s
Youth Services: Teen Sports Extravaganza Dec. 17 Noon - 5 pm Open to all Basketball Games Old School vs. New School Game Stars vs. Students Game Three point Contest Free Throw Contest Video Game Challenge Prize Giveaway 7-9 pm Mini-entertainment showcase and party (open to youth 6th 12th grade)
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CONSUMER
Holiday Cards
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e all like a touch of home and never more so than during the busy Holiday season. We all long for the days when we could be home surrounded by Family and loved ones. It is especially hard for our service members when they are separated from their Families in faraway lands and on multiple deployments. The Exchange has always been a welcome sight bringing small touches of home for our troops stationed in foreign lands. Now, ANYONE can help spread this touch of home by purchasing prepaid calling cards, Exchange gift cards or gift certificates for troops stationed downrange. The Exchange gift cards are fast, easy and convenient and can be included in any care package or sent directly to friends and loved ones serving overseas. The Exchange gift cards can be sent to any recipient who has shopping privileges. These cards are redeemable at any Exchange, Navy or Marine Corp military Exchange facility for purchases of merchandise or services. They can be used at stores of various sizes carrying all the candy bars, protein shakes and magazines a service member could desire. The Exchange has also partnered with food vendors such as Subway, Burger King and Pizza Hut to ensure troops get a taste of home
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by Cathy Orona The Exchange infrastructure makes the gift cards both convenient for those looking to send support and the deployed troops who receive it. If you don’t know any person to send your gift to, the Exchange can help. We provide links where you can donate to the following charities: q American Red Cross
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Air Force Aid Society The Fisher House Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society United Service Organizations Warrior and Family Support Center
The Exchange takes the coordination effort and confusion out of gift-giving while maximizing funds contributed to the charity of your choice. Don’t forget the true meaning of this holiday season. It is a time for giving thanks and taking stock of the many blessings and freedom, we have as Americans. This freedom has been fought for and won by the blood and efforts of our American Military. The Exchange is proud to do its part to give back to our Military community. s
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