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PARK PASSES REQUIRED National Park Service employees remind Lee troops of requirements to enter battleďŹ eld SEE PAGE 15
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HEALTH
Eighty-five to 90 percent of the world’s population experiences (headaches) throughout their lifetime. The pain can be throbbing, shooting or pulsing and can show up around your temples, neck and head anytime – day or night. ” – Arbesa Hyseni
Arbesa Hyseni Program Evaluator U.S. Army Public Health Command
Do you know how burdensome headaches can be? According to the World Health Organization, headaches are among the most common disorders of the nervous system. Eighty-five to 90 percent of the world’s population experiences them throughout their lifetime. The pain can be throbbing, shooting or pulsing and can show up around your temples, neck and head anytime – day or night. Headaches can be extremely disruptive, especially for the 10-15 percent of individuals with chronic and severe cases. Scientists have yet to find a cure for all of the 200 kinds of headaches but, until they do, proper knowledge of the types of headaches out there and how to manage them will make coping easier. Headaches are divided into two types, primary and secondary. Primary headaches are by far the most common. In fact more than 90 percent of all headaches are considered primary. They are further classified as tension, cluster or migraine headaches. Secondary headaches come from underlying diseases or other conditions that can derive from brain tu-
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Commanding General .............Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche Garrison Commander ....................... Col. Paul K. Brooks Public Affairs Officer...................................D.R. Bingham Command Information/Managing Editor...Patrick Buffett Senior Writer/Special Assignments ......... T. Anthony Bell Production/News Assistant Editor.................. Amy Perry Family/Community Life Reporter ..........................Vacant Production Assistant .............................. Ray Kozakewicz To reach the Traveller Staff, call (804) 734-7147.
mors to aneurysms and even lead up to abnormalities of the spinal fluid. Tension headaches are the most common among adults. These can be episodic (less than 15 days per month), or they can occur daily, lasting from 30 minutes to several days. These headaches are described as mild to moderate, constant pain, tightness or pressure around the forehead or back of the head and neck. Cluster headaches affect 500,000 or more Americans. This name refers to the fact that they happen in clusters where the individual will experience one to four headaches every day or every other day, often in the early hours of morning or within a few hours of falling asleep. This type of headache usually targets teens and middle-aged people and is often described as a burning, piercing or throbbing sensation and targets one side of the head surrounding the eye. People with cluster headaches feel agitated, and it is extremely difficult for them to sit still. Another type of headache is a migraine – a very intense type of headache that can be chronic. Statistics show that more than 29.5 million Americans suffer from migraines, with three times as many women affected as men. Migraines are associated with sharp shooting
The Fort Lee “Traveller” is printed by offset process every Thursday as a civilian enterprise in the interest of personnel at the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee, Va. 23801, by Military Newspapers of Virginia, 114 Charlotte Avenue Suite A, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, in accordance with Department of the Army Regulations 210-20 and 360-1. This publication receives armed forces material and civilian newspapers are authorized to reprint such material without specific clearance except material specifically designated as copyrighted. Liaison between the printer and the commanding general, Fort Lee, is maintained by the Public Affairs Office, Fort Lee. Circulation: 13,000. This Civilian Enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication. Contents of the “Traveller” are not necessarily the official view of, nor endorsed by, the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee. Advertising in this publication including inserts or supplements does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army or Military Newspapers of Virginia. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other non merit factor. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that source until violation is corrected. The “Traveller” is an unofficial publication authorized by AR 360-1, and printed by the Military Newspapers of Virginia, a private firm in no way connected with the U. S. Army Combined Arms Support Command or Fort Lee. The editorial content is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of Headquarters, U. S. Army Garrison, Fort Lee.
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pain predominately on one side of the head and lasting from two to 72 hours. Migraines also have other symptoms including, nausea, vomiting and high sensitivity to light and sound. Migraines make it extremely difficult to get tasks accomplished because of the constant pain and the sensitivity to noise and light. There is no one cause of primary headaches. They are often caused by a complex interplay of genetic, hormonal, developmental, behavioral and environmental factors. For example, behaviors such as a stressful lifestyle, staring at the computer screen or high consumption of alcohol as well as tobacco can trigger primary headaches. Lack of sleep paired with poor nutrition can lead to headaches, but these same behaviors may not trigger them in everyone. If you experience headaches, knowing the type you have may help you determine how to manage it. Tension headaches are typically treated with over-the-counter medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen and may be preventable through stress management practices. These practices include massage, listening to relaxing music, finding your comfort zone (for example, taking a walk), eating a balanced diet, drinking enough water and getting enough exercise and sleep. Active-duty, National Guard and Reserve Soldiers, Army Civilians, family members, and retirees may use the stress management services offered at the growing number of installation Army Wellness Centers the U.S. Army
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Public Health Command is launching across the Army. Some headaches require medical attention. Secondary headaches are often a sign of something more serious. If you or someone you know experiences a sudden, new severe headache; a headache accompanied by dizziness, weakness, paralysis, speech difficulty, personality change, fever or rash; headache pain that awakens you at night; or a headache associated with a head injury, seek medical care immediately. It is especially important to seek emergency medical attention or reach out to your primary-care provider when headaches are associated with fever or stiff neck. A stiff neck may be due to meningitis or blood from a ruptured aneurysm, which can be life-threatening. Altogether, because they range in type and treatment, headaches can be anything from inconvenient to dangerous. But if you know your type of headache, you can take steps to bring relief from your discomfort. For more information, visit the Migraine Research Foundation website at www. m i g ra i n e re s e a rch f o u n d a t i o n . org/about-migraine.html; Johns Hopkins Medicine, www. hopkinsmedicine.org/neurology_ neurosurgery/specialty_areas/ headache/conditions/primary_vs_ secondary_headaches.html; Web MD, www.webmd.com/migrainesh e a d a ch e s / g u i d e / re l a x a t i o n techniques; or Web MD, www. webmd.com/migraines-headaches/ guide/when-call-doctor-migrainesheadaches.
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Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, emphasizes the importance of risk management and looking out for each other to prevent accidents during the conclusion of the Fort Lee Safety Show Tuesday evening at the Post Theater. See Story on Page 14
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Play focuses on war-fighters T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects
If you wear the uniform, you’ve attended a plethora of training, briefings and classes that pertain to suicide awareness and prevention. Elias Barnes, a prevention specialist with the installation’s Army Substance Abuse Program, said he has no problem with the volume of suicide awareness messages; however some creativity is needed to maintain their relevance and urgency. “You’ve heard the cliché, ‘Death by Powerpoint?’” he said by phone, referring to the popular software program that uses bulleted statements, “Well, it’s not so much the use of Powerpoint, it’s how the information is presented. We’re looking for more innovative ways to deliver the same messages.” That pursuit has yielded “Theater of War,” a 90-minute presentation of dramatic readings from the scenes of Sophocles’ “Ajax.” It is scheduled for three sessions Tuesday –8 and 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. – at the Lee Theater, located next to Burger King. Admission is free. Bryan Doerries, the play’s director and facilitator, said “TOW” is a unique presentation in that it is based on true events that touch upon relevant themes related to suicide awareness issues of today. “The main inspiration,” he said, “comes from these ancient stories that were written by a general officer 2,500 years ago and performed for up to 17,000 Soldiers in Athens (Greece) during a century in which the Athenians saw nearly 80 years of war. These ancient war plays describe all of these experiences that contemporary service members, their family members and their caregivers seem to be still having.” Doerries thought that if he could marry the experiences of Soldiers in ancient Greece with those of today, “something pow-
erful would happen.” The audience members will have to judge for themselves whether the play is powerful, but “TOW” has certainly made its mark on military audiences around the globe over the past five years, said Doerries “We’ve performed for more than 50,000 Soldiers, veterans and their families,” he said. “Everywhere we go we hear the most powerful, most memorable and revealing things said about these ancient war plays by people who have lived the experiences they describe.” With the aim of radically avoiding the software presentation, a large number of well-accomplished artists perform the readings. Glenn Davis, who has appeared in “24,” “The Unit” and “Jericho” is scheduled for Tuesday’s performance along with Erica Newhouse, whose credits include “Law and Order” and “The Good Wife.” Additionally, the performances use a minimum amount of props and music. “I wanted something that would reach people and convey the spirit and experience of war,” said Doerries. “The second part is that I believe that when people see their own struggles, their own personal struggles, the ones that they think only they have experienced are reflected in an ancient story. It helps them to open up and see their problems, issues, struggles and challenges in a much wider frame.” Doerries said that’s the message behind “TOW” – that those who are affected are not alone. “You’re not alone in the theater, you’re not alone across the country and you’re not alone in the world, and we’ve done this play more than 235 times now,” he said. “Most importantly, you’re not alone throughout time.” In using Sophocles’ “Ajax,” Doerries also wanted to create an environment in which audience members feel safe, free from the
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(ABOVE) Actor Paxton Winters performs in a previous production of “Theater of War.” (RIGHT) Director Bryan Doerries talks about the production’s content during a post-play discussion. Three 90-minute shows will play at the Lee Theater Tuesday beginning at 9:30 a.m. Admission is free.
restraint of listening to contemporary stories that strike too close to home, he said. “We’re not saying to the audience, ‘this is you,’” he said. “There’s so much distance here. We’re talking about thousands of years in time. No one thinks we’re accusing them of being Ajax, the warrior at the center of the play, but we’re able to challenge the audience to think about what they see and recognize in an ancient story in their lives, creating this safe environment where people can stand up and talk about the characters in the play.” Audience interaction, though not part of the play, is critical to the presentation’s success, said Doerries. “The goal is to create a safe environment where people can talk,” he said. “The performance is just a pep rally. If we could come in and have a discussion, we would never even do the play.” Barnes, who said he has seen the production, thinks “TOW” will im-
pact local audiences. “It forces audience members to look at themselves and see the characters they are portraying so that they can see the same character and behaviors in the play,” he said. “It gets you thinking and puts the onus on audience members to respond in the most appropriate ways.” Barnes also said during this time of year, when suicides typically increase, it is important to bring issues to light and use the power
of knowledge to help and support those who may be struggling and perhaps prevent a loss of life. “I think it will help us see that we need to be supportive of one another,” he said. “A Soldier is crying out for help when they attempt suicide. Sometimes, we ignore that. The more we become engaged, the more lives we can potentially save.” For more information about the play, visit outsidethewirellc. com and www.facebook.com/ TheaterofWar.
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Annual Christmas Cantata A special Christmas Cantata – “Mary, Did You Know?” – will be performed Dec. 8, 10:15 a.m., at Memorial Chapel. The program will be presented by the Chapel choir during the Protestant service. For details, call (804) 863-4093.
hold auditions for “The Chalk Garden,” a psychological drama, Dec. 15-16, 7 p.m., at the Lee Playhouse, building 4300, Mahone Avenue. Director Jason Campbell seeks one female, age 14-18; two men, ages 30-80; and four-to-six females, ages 20-80. All characters will speak with a British dialect. Those auditioning must be prepared to read from the script. No performers are paid. Rehearsals begin Jan. 6 for a Feb. 7-23 production run. For details, call (804) 734-6629.
Holiday Safety Run A post-wide Holiday Safety Run is set for Dec. 13, 6 a.m., starting on the Ordnance Campus. Members of the Transportation, Ordnance and Quartermaster Corps, and other garrison organizations will participate. Civilian employees are welcome to join. Maj. Gen. Larry Wyche, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, will make concluding remarks in the CASCOM parking lot at approximately 7:05 a.m.
Theater Group Auditions The Theater Company at Fort Lee will
Lee Holiday Concert Fort Lee’s holiday concert featuring the 392nd Army Band is slated for Dec. 15, 3:30 p.m., at the Lee Theater on Mahone Avenue. The performance is free and open to the public, and tickets are not required. The repertoire will include jazz, big band music, popular tunes as well as traditional holiday favorites – and even some Klezmer Jewish music.
KAHC Pharmacy Advisory Due to the cold and flu season, Kenner Army Health Clinic expects pharmacy
wait times will increase, especially during the peak hours of 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Filling new prescriptions could take more than an hour during high-demand periods. The best time to access the pharmacy is 6-9 a.m. Other options include the TRICARE Mail Order Pharmacy for ongoing nonacute medications. Information can be found on the clinic’s website at kenner. narmc.amedd.army.mil/default.aspx. Providers also will hand-write prescriptions if patients prefer to have them filled at a network pharmacy and pay the deductible. Beneficiaries can drop-off hand-written prescriptions and return the following day after 10 a.m. to pick them up.
Kenner Holiday Schedule Kenner Army Health Clinic will close Dec. 19, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., for holiday luncheons. Additional closures are scheduled for Dec. 17, 9 a.m. - noon, and Dec. 24-25 and Dec. 31 - Jan. 1. Troop Medical Clinic 1 will support advanced individual training troops, Dec. 19 - Jan. 3. Mosier Consolidated
Troop Medical Clinic 2 will be closed during holiday block leave. To schedule appointments, call the Kenner Appointment Line at 1-866-533-5242. To request an authorization to visit an urgent care center, call the KAHC AOD at (804) 734-9000. For medical emergencies, dial 911 or go to the nearest ER. While traveling, call TRICARE North Region at (877) 874-2273, then contact your primary care manager at (804) 734-9000 for a referral. Other numbers travelers may need are DEERS to verify eligibility, (800) 3632273; and KAHC Patient Appointment Line at (866) 533-5242.
New Chesterfield Alert System Chesterfield County has unveiled a new way to receive emergency information -- Chesterfield Alert, a mass-notification system enabling messages to be sent by email, text message and phone. Residents can choose if and how they want to receive the notifications. For details and to sign up, visit chesterfieldalert.com.
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(ABOVE) Teresa Knott, an off-post volunteer, places a 2013 Prince George County ornament on a holiday tree at the Lee Club as part of the Fort Lee Area Spouses Club decorating project Monday. The ornaments are created each year by the county and the sales go to a local charity. FLASC normally decorates the club but decided to invite local businesses and government offices to help adorn the 17 trees placed throughout the facility. (LEFT) Jennifer Fitch, Fort Lee Area Spouses Club, places garland and other decorations along the entrance arch to the Lee Club as part of the FLASC decorating project.
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The Traveller is launching an Historic Photo of the Month feature looking at past events, celebrations and developments at Camp Lee and Fort Lee through the years. To assist in this series, The Traveller is partnering with the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum – Paul Morando, director, and Luther Hanson, curator – to “bring Fort Lee’s history to life.” The Traveller will draw upon the museum’s vast photo archives and knowledge base for showing Lee Soldiers and family members through the years. Today’s feature looks back at the front page of the Camp Lee Traveller of Dec. 24, 1941, with a photo of 12 Soldiers who appear to be singing around a Christmas tree during the tragic period after Pearl Harbor. The headline above the photo is “Christmas 1941 - - Army Style.”
Under the headline, “Many Events Planned for Men at Lee,” with a subhead, “Chapels To Observe Day With Services,” the main story highlighted events of the prior few days and reported on upcoming holiday programs. The opening paragraph read: “The Christmas season got under way at Camp Lee last night for hundreds of Soldiers unable to be away from the post for the holidays, while many others turned homeward to celebrate the occasion with their families and friends.” “Highlight of season,” the second paragraph noted, “was the Christmas tree lighting ceremony held last night at the Circus grounds. With a military band lending a military background, the affair was broadcast over Station WRNL of Richmond from 5 to 5:15 p.m. on the Mutual Broadcasting Station.” The article continued with details on spe-
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cial events including Christmas parties for “children of Soldiers given by various battalions and regiments.” The article continued, “As darkness settles on Camp Lee tonight, lights will shine in the windows of all camp chapels. There will be special midnight candle services at each chapel.”
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Earlier this year, the 54th Quartermaster Company Family Readiness Group could accurately be described as anemic. Only the unit’s senior Soldiers were active participants along with a few family members. At one of the meetings, roughly 15 of the unit’s more than 200 Soldiers were in attendance. Desiree Gunderson was one of only two family mem-
bers present, attending her first meeting as the new FRG leader. She was disgusted with the turnout. “I was sad and upset,” she said. “Where were the families? Where were the privates that are new to our company? That’s what FRGs are all about – the families.” FRGs also can be integral to mission success. The volunteer support group acts on behalf of the commander and primarily
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ation has since improved. At an October FRG meeting, the Fort Lee school liaison and family life counselors provided informational briefings to more than 250 Soldiers and family members; USO volunteers kept the kids busy with playtime activities; and a group of Buffalo Soldiers were the dinnertime guests. By attendance alone, it was a success story; something far removed from that first meeting. “We were doing our job,” Gunderson said, seeing the turnout as an indication of increased interest in the FRG. “We’re finally getting the families to acknowledge what we’re all about. We have not just the families emailing me, saying we’re doing a good job but we’re also getting it from the Soldiers. They’re excited.” The 54th FRG’s journey from a broken, dysfunctional organization to a viable one is not a story solely about Gunderson, who it turns out bucked tradition, threw convention aside and went about changing the status quos. It also is about a cast of others and how their competing interests can somehow converge to benefit Soldiers and enhance the unit. The 54th QM Co. FRG turnaround story starts with Gunderson and her happenstance installment as the FRG leader. “I had no clue what an FRG was,” said the mother of two and the wife of Spc. Jeremy Gunderson, noting she met with
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ARMY CIVILIANS | SPOTLIGHT
KATHY VIAU Hometown: Erie, Pa. Family: Mother of 4 – one daughter, 24, and three sons, 23, 18, and 15 Hobbies: “Anything outdoors. It is truly where I want to be. I love playing tennis, riding a mountain bike and hitting the trails.” Where she works: Family Medicine Clinic, Kenner Army Health Clinic Job title: Dietitian Time on the job: “I came on board earlier in the year on Aug. 26.” What her job entails: “I am responsible for anything that pertains to nutrition on the installation, including promotion, preven-
tion and nutrition counseling.” What is something that makes you smile on your job? “When a patient gets it and realizes that nutrition is attainable and works. When the patient realizes healthy eating is not restrictive and their goal is achievable. Seeing patient’s realize their success.” What are some of the challenges of your job? “Everyone views me as the food police, and that I am going to tell them what they can and cannot eat. Or, that they have to eat less or stop eating their favorite foods. I feel like people view me in a negative light as opposed to what I can do to help them with healthy lifestyle
changes.” What people may not know about your job? “That I understand the struggle with food and eating healthy. I used to be 40 pounds heavier, and I had to deal with the same struggles that face many patients.” The motivating factor behind your efforts? “I just want patients to know they can feel better by eating healthy. I believe in human triumph and love to see people achieve their goal, whether it is running a 5K, losing weight or changing how they feel about their body and their relationship with food.” What is one thing you could not live without? “I could not live without my faith, family and friends.” Favorite quote: “Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit, Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit
salad.” Pet Peeve: “Hearing ‘I ‘can’t’ is very frustrating to me. Most lifestyle changes are achievable at some level.” One lesson you have learned that you would like to share with others? “Never forget where you came from, and getting where you want to go is not always easy but it is worth the struggle. Don’t be afraid to ask for help along the
way.” Some of the qualities you admire in others? “Perseverance, honesty and integrity. A genuine sense of caring and compassion.” Future aspirations? “Be the best I can be and help in any way I can.” Favorite place to vacation: “Mountains or the ocean, as long as I can be outside and spend time with family or friends.” How do you define success: “Being content with where you are in your life and career and knowing your efforts make a difference.” What do you expect from your leaders? “Support and trust. I expect my leaders to empower me by understanding my mission and my goals.” – Compiled by Tereasa Wade, KAHC public affairs officer
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The normally staid demeanor of Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III is compromised Nov. 21 by the humor of Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, Command Arms Support Command and Fort Lee commanding general. The two shared light moments at Training Area 17A, site of the Leadership Reaction Course portion of the Best Warrior Competition. Best Warrior brings together 24 Soldiers from commands worldwide to compete in a Soldier skills showcase. Events included a physical training test, weapons qualifications and skills and several others critical to battlefield success. The LRC is a new event to Best Warrior. Wyche was visiting to get an update on the competition. Chandler oversees Best Warrior.
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QHZ ÁDJ IRRWEDOO FKDPSV Members of the 244th Quartermaster Battalion flag football team proudly show off their plaques and signal they are No. 1 in the Lee intramural league after defeating the 16th Ordnance Bn. team – 27-25 and 32-26 – in the championship games on Nov. 25 at Williams Stadium. Both contests were see-saw matches as the teams traded leads throughout. The victors won both contests in their final possessions. The teams entered the playoffs on different paths – 16th Ord., the defending champion, was the top seed while 244th QM earned the ninth seed of 14 teams. They crossed paths early in a second round showdown on Nov. 18 when 16th Ord. edged 244th QM 21-20. To reach the championship, 244th QM won four consecutive games Nov. 21. Contributed Photo
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RSO sets schedule for holiday worship The Fort Lee Religious Support Office has slated a number of special worship services for the upcoming holiday season. For details, call the office at (804) 734-6494. Jewish Services A Chanukkah celebration continues through Dec. 5 at Congregation Bri’th Achim, 314 South Blvd., Petersburg. Other Jewish worship activities include the following: s &RIDAY %VENING 3ABBATH 3ERVICES Dec. 6, 13, 20and 27, 7:30 p.m. s 3ATURDAY -ORNING 3ABBATH 3ERVICES Dec. 7, 14, 21 and 28, 10 a.m. For details, call (804) 732-3968. Islamic Services Friday Prayer is set for Dec. 27, 12:15 p.m., at building 12012, behind garrison headquarters. Catholic Services Christmas and New Year’s Catholic WORSHIP SERVICES ARE PLANNED FOR -EMORIAL Chapel at the corner of Battle Drive and Sisisky Avenue as follows: s $EC P M #HRISTMAS %VE -ASS
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Away From Home Advanced individual training Soldiers had a lot to be thankful for during the annual Thanksgiving meal held Nov. 28 throughout the installation’s dining facilities. The special meal not only included all of the usual staples such as turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, dressing and various desserts, but also a fish entree, shrimp cocktail and many other side dishes for the new Soldiers. For many students, the meal was the first Thanksgiving spent away from their families. In
the traditional Army way, commanders and senior leaders from their companies and battalions served the Soldiers as they passed through the chow line. Another special treat for them was visits by some of the top officers in their respective branches, including Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, Brig. Gen. John E. O’Neil IV, Quartermaster General, and Col. John F. Haley, Chief of Ordnance. – Staff Reports
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Lt. Col. Christopher Robertson, commander, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade, serves various side dishes to Pvt. Daniel Byers, an advanced individual training student in Papa
Com mpany, 266th QM Bn., during the annual Thanksgiving dinner hosted by the installation dining facilities Nov. 28. (ABOVE) Capt. Burke Norris, commander, Papa Company, 266th QM BN., serves a Papa Co. Soldier turkey during the annual Thanksgiving dinner at the installation dining facilities. A longstanding tradition is for commanders and other leaders within units to serve their troops during the Thanksgiving meal. (LEFT) Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, visits Soldiers from Alpha Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade, at the dining facility in building 3500 during the annual dinner. Wyche visited each of the dining facilities during the Thanksgiving meal to show his support.
Sgt. 1st Class Joseph Radermacher, Alpha Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade, serves macaroni and cheese casserole to Pvt. Johnathan Tang, an advanced individual training student in Golf Co., at the dining facility located in building 3500.
Several Soldiers from Papa Co., 266th QM Bn., 23rd QM Brigade, pause to pray be efore their Thanksgiving meal at the dining facility at building 3003.
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Joseph Sachen discusses the unsafe actions of “Kenny the Klutz” (David Janosik) during the opening performance of the Fort Lee Safety Show Tuesday evening at the Post Theater. The play introduces the Kenny character, who learns how his unsafe actions have brought harm to himself and others. A variety of scenes address issues like drinking and driving, not wearing seatbelts, sexual assault, suicide prevention and other safety-related topics. It ends with Kenny realizing the error of his unsafe ways and promising to watch out for his friends. Additional Safety Show performances are set for today at 2:30, 6:30 and 8 p.m. Patrick Buffett
Safety Show’s ‘undead’ cast delivers creative accident prevention message Patrick Buffett Managing Editor
About 2,000 junior Soldiers and many other community members attended the opening performances of the 2013 Fort Lee Safety Show Tuesday and Wednesday evening at the Post Theater. “Awesome,” “funny” and “creative” were among the common adjectives used to describe the production. “It exceeded my expectations,” said Capt. Burke Norris, commander of Papa Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion. “The music is really creative and the production overall is very professional. I think everyone was impressed by the level of talent here. Anyone in the
community who hasn’t seen it yet should plan to attend one of the remaining performances. It’s great entertainment, and it’s free.” Additional shows are set for 2:30, 6:30 and 8 p.m. today. All performances are open to the entire Fort Lee community. This year’s production features a cast of zombie characters who were all killed by preventable accidents. The show is centered on “Kenny the Klutz” (David Janosik) who is very accident-prone and doesn’t realize how his unsafe actions could harm himself and others. Through creative musical numbers, like “Get Down on Safety Rules and Regs,” and dramatic skits, the cast addresses important issues
like drinking or texting while driving, the importance of wearing seatbelts and speeding. There is a scene also that touches on the subjects of suicide prevention and sexual assault. “The elements of entertainment and laughter make it easier to discuss these serious topics,” said Jimmie Faye Lundie, director of the CASCOM Safety Office, which organizes the annual performance. “Of course, we want the audience to walk away thinking about the importance of safety at work and off duty, and we especially want the military folks to realize that they have to look out for their buddies and be there for them if they need someone to lean on. This is a subtle way to accomplish
that mindset … it isn’t preachy; it’s performance with a message. And, just like a Hallmark movie, it always has a happy ending.” Reflecting on its 27year history, Lundie said the Safety Show has endured because of its entertainment value and its novelty as a teaching tool. Year-after-year, the production has been based on popular movies and television shows to which audience members, especially young Soldiers, can easily relate. Most of the innovative scripts were provided by Barbara LambersonAllen, director of the Plans, Analysis and Integration Office. “The fact that most of the cast and production
crew are advanced individual training Soldiers is another element that makes it popular,” Lundie said. “They’re the heart of the show because they invest many hours into learning the lines, songs and dance routines. They’re dedicated to putting on the best performance possible, and I think the audience appreciates that determination.” Most of the junior Soldiers also like it, Lundie added, because their peers and battle buddies are providing them their safety briefing before the start of Holiday Block Leave two weeks from now. “It’s way better than having a single person standing in front of you for 30 minutes talking about safety,” said Pvt. Rebbeckah Reagan, a cast member from the Ordnance School. “This is the sort of thing that won’t put you to sleep.” Staff Sgt. Lakeshia Whitmore from the Quartermaster School’s, Golf Company, 244 QM Battalion, 23d QM
Brigade, is performing in the Safety Show for the fourth time this year. She said she views it as an opportunity to give something back to the community. “I’m sure the military folks and DOD Civilians here view this as a welcome departure from the long, and sometimes (tedious), safety briefings that become repetitive over time,” Whitmore said. “(This show) delivers that same information with a touch of festive holiday cheer and, hopefully, some giggles along the way. It makes it memorable, and that’s what prevents accidents in the long run.” Fellow cast member Pvt. Roje Zamora, a QM AIT Soldier, agreed. “It’s really a smart idea if you think about it,” she said. “The music and songs are catchy. It takes (the show) out of the realm of a regular safety briefing and turns it into entertainment with a message. The attention level is higher, and that will make it more easily remembered.”
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Park passes required to enter Battlefield, free for military With an entrance available on the installation, Petersburg National Battlefield offers Fort Lee personnel quick access to the park’s more than 20 miles of trails, battlefield sites and museums. However, like any other national park, passes are required to enter the property. Active duty military members and their families can receive these passes for free, said Gardner Graham, a park guide with the battlefield. This annual pass allows free access – an $80 value – to all national park sites, national forests and wildlife preserves. Those interested can pick up a pass from the park entry station or visitor center, both of which are accessible from Route 36. “All visitors are required to present valid proof of entry to the park, either in the
form of a paid receipt or the annual pass,” said Graham. “While a military ID card is proof of eligibility for free entry, it is not acceptable as proof of entry.” The passes are required for accountability and safety purposes as well. “With more than 3,000 acres to maintain, requiring proof of entry helps park staff ensure the safety of its many visitors by knowing who is authorized to access the park,” said Graham. “Passes also are used to measure park visitation, which helps for resource and program planning.” The single-park pass cost for others is $3-5 for a weeklong pass (depending on the mode of transportation) or $15 for an annual pass. For details, visit www. nps.gov/pete.
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Continued from page 7 Miracle of Christmas A live Nativity pageant is an unique event that has something for the entire family. One such event is at the Metro Richmond Zoo, 8300 Beaver Bridge Road, Chesterfield. This live re-enactment of the Christmas Story features animals. The 20-minute pageant will be presented three
times each evening. Living music before and after each pageant will be provided by local churches and performing arts groups. Nightly schedule: Dec. 21, 22 and 23 at 7 p.m., 7:45 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Dec. 23 only: 9 p.m. in Spanish. This is an outdoor event, so, be certain to dress appropriately. The zoo
(animal exhibits and gift shop) will be closed at 4 p.m. during pageant dates. Gates will reopen at 6:15 p.m. for the program. Be sure to allow plenty of time for parking. Overflow parking is at Grange Hall Elementary School with a free shuttle service to the zoo. For more information, call (804) 739-5666.
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(LEFT) Capt. Kwansah Ackah, commander of the 54th Quartermaster Company, bids farewell to unit Soldiers just after a deployment ceremony Oct. 30 at the Clark Fitness Center. Ackah said the unit’s deployment mission demands an effective family readiness group, a top priority of his since taking over as commander during the summer. (BELOW) Pfc. Daniel Lemley, 54th QM Co., says goodbye to his daughter during the same occasion. A mortuary affairs unit, the 54th deploys Soldiers to Southwest Asia on a continuous rotational basis with its sister unit, the 111th QM Co., also based at Fort Lee.
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Unit FRG increases participation Continued from page 6 publicity campaign that included charging up a Facebook page and becoming a familiar face around the company area. “Seeing me and getting more regular with me,” she said, “Soldiers felt more comfortable and they started to come in (to the meetings) more.” Unit 1st Sgt. Shavetta Wallace said Gunderson’s ambitions were evident. “She has the drive and passion,” she said. “When you have the desire or passion, you’re eager to learn and participate and you’re going to be successful. Perhaps Gunderson’s attitude about rank and position mattered as well. When she became FRG leader, her husband was an E-3. The FRG leader position is not typically held by the wife of a private but by that of a higher-ranking officer or noncommissioned officer. She said she is aware of the Army’s rank structure and its protocols but simply didn’t think it was an issue. “My husband is a Soldier,” she said. “I see him as a Soldier. I don’t see Capt. (Benjamin) Lukas (the former commander) or Capt. (Kwansah) Ackah (the current commander) as a rank. They are Soldiers who are doing their jobs. They are normal people.” When Ackah became the new commander during the summer, Gunderson had some common anxieties. How will the new commander work with her? Is he going to change things? How will his wife respond? In retrospect, the FRG was
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better, but her concerns were a prelude to some major challenges, including how she would accommodate Ackah’s spouse. “I love working with the commander’s wife, but it has taken us a little bit of getting used to each other,” said Gunderson. “… I kind of felt like she was coming in and taking my role.” The situation was ripe for “drama.” Sharon Ackah, a mother and lawyer, is an ardent supporter of her husband’s career. She said she was told of some issues with the FRG but said she wasn’t aggressive in bringing them to light. “The way I decided to ap-
Ultimately, the FRG is a reflection of the commander and how he runs his company. If he runs it well, the FRG is going to run smoothly ... ” -Desiree Gunderson, FRG Leader
proach it was to attend the first meeting and see how it was being run and kind of take it from there,” she said. “No sense strong-arming my way through things with my
eyes wide shut. I needed information firsthand.” From what she gained at that meeting and one other, Ackah said she decided to meet with Gunderson and others to determine where the organization was headed. She thought more structure was needed and conveyed it. “I think there was a little bit of resistance because they weren’t really sure what to do with me,” she said. “They weren’t sure whether I was going to take over, whether I was going to strong-arm my way through.” Gunderson, feeling somewhat intimidated but holding true to her vow to keep things drama-free, decided
it would be a prudent move to sit down with the commander’s wife and share her concerns. “I went on a Saturday and we sat two or three hours talking,” she said. “We went over everything” to include personalities, families, structures, roles, responsibilities, participation, perspectives and ambitions. Gunderson said she learned to look at the FRG from another perspective. “Ultimately, the FRG is a reflection of the commander and how he runs his company,” she said. “If he runs it well, the FRG is going to run smoothly. That was her biggest goal – to make sure
the FRG runs smoothly and doesn’t make her husband look like a bad commander.” In Gunderson, Ackah learned of someone who had put in the work, was ambitious and who had a genuine interest in supporting the Soldier and family. “It was clear in her eyes that she wanted to do it,” she said. “She desperately needed some help, but she was willing to work with me, and I respected the level of maturity she demonstrated by calling me up and saying, ‘Hey, can we sit down and have some coffee or tea and talk about this.’ I wasn’t interested in a takeover, but what I really wanted to do was to find a way to utilize both of our strengths to move the organization forward.’’ So much for drama. Gunderson is still the FRG leader and Ackah is standing ground as an advisor. From a functional standpoint, the two are working “hand-inhand,” said Ackah. The 54th commander said he is “a lucky man” to have such a supportive wife and that Gunderson is doing a good job. He also said both women should be commended for the humility they demonstrated in handling a delicate situation and putting the needs of Soldiers and their families above all else. He now has his sights on building an even greater FRG that offers more support for the Soldier, more comfort for families and an agenda that stirs interest. “I see us continuing to develop and increase that excitement,” he said. “I want it to get to the point that when I make notification that we’re having an FRG meeting, nobody in the unit feels they are obligated to go because the commander said I have to be there. I want them to want to be there. I want them to have a stake in what we’re doing.”
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As winter weather approaches, many people look forward to snow and the many activities to be enjoyed in such weather. However, along with the cold temperatures comes an increased risk of cold weather injuries and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, exposure to excessive natural cold was the underlying cause in 2,622 deaths in 2005 – the last year in which such data was collected. Cold weather injuries occur when individuals are
exposed to cold temperatures for an extended period of time and their body begins to lose heat faster than it can be produced. The most common injuries are hypothermia, frostbite, chilblain and immersion foot (also known as trench foot). Hypothermia is caused by severe body heat loss due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Immersion in water can worsen the symptoms of hypothermia, creating a serious medical emergency as individuals stop shivering and display “umbles,� which consists of stumbles, mumbles, fumbles and grumbles. Immediate medical help is necessary in these situations.
Frostbite occurs when the body cannot maintain internal heat in certain areas. Usually, heat is lost in exposed areas where blood flow is decreased. The fingers, toes, ears and other isolated/uncovered body parts technically freeze and that can lead to gangrene and amputation if not properly treated. It is recommended that victims seek immediate medical attention if they suspect frostbite.
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Chilblain is a condition caused by exposure of bare skin to continued temperatures of 20 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cheeks, ears and fingers become tender, have a hot feeling, and the skin becomes red and itchy. Utilizing proper head and hand gear and scarves for exposed areas can prevent chilblains. Immersion foot is caused by continued exposure to wet, cold conditions. Numb feet with shooting pains, redness, swelling and bleeding are symptoms associated with this injury. Keeping feet warm and dry is essential to preventing this cold weather injury. The best defense against
cold weather injuries is prevention. This year, reduce your chances of becoming a cold weather casualty by using C-O-L-D, an acronym that reminds you of the necessary steps to prevent such injuries. C is for “Clean:� Wear socks and clothing that are clean because they are warmer. O is for “Overheating:� Avoid overheating. It results in perspiration and the combination of being cold and wet increases your risk of cold weather related injuries. L is for “Loose Layers:� Dressing in loose layers allows air spaces to hold body heat and individuals can easily remove clothing when necessary to prevent perspiration when temperatures change. Loose layers further allows for comfort, better circulation, and insula-
tion. D is for “Dry:� Wet clothing is cold clothing. If your clothing becomes wet, change it for dry clothing. An extra pair of undershirts and socks is always a good idea. Finally, individuals have a greater risk for cold weather injuries when they maintain a poor physical condition, receive inadequate rest, have an improper diet, suffer from pre-existing illnesses, consume alcohol, or are taking certain medications. This year, take the initiative to decrease your risk by practicing prevention using C-O-L-D to have a safe winter. If you have additional questions regarding cold weather injuries, contact KAHC’s Environmental Health office at (804) 7349064.
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Points change for Soldiers seeking NCO status C. Todd Lopez Army News Service
WASHINGTON – Soldiers competing for sergeant in January will no longer have 16 promotion points available to them for completing the online “Structured Self-Development I� course. Additionally, Soldiers who have not completed SSD-I will not be eligible for promotion to sergeant for the Jan. 1 promotion cycle. The new rules were laid out in a Nov. 25 MILPER message involving structured self-development and semi-centralized promotions. The message says that beginning in December, Soldiers who complete the SSD-I course will not get any points for it. The message also makes it clear that the SSD-I course is a requirement for promotion to sergeant. Sgt. Maj. Jonathan A. UribeHuitron, chief of the Enlisted Promotion Branch at Army Human Resources Command, said SSD-I is a requirement to attain eligibility for promotion recommendation to E-5, and a prerequisite for attendance at the Warrior Leader Course. That requirement is one reason the
points awarded for completion of the course were dropped. “It is a mandatory requirement for all Soldiers to have it, so there is no need for us to award points for a requirement that they need to have,� he said. In the past, he said, promotion points were offered for SSD-I because it was a correspondence course. Soldiers had earned four points for each week of the fourweek course. Soldiers can still earn points elsewhere to make themselves competitive when they go before a promotion board, UribeHuitron said. He explained those Soldiers need to realize that they are competing against peers in their own military occupational specialty for promotion. Competition with MOS “Their promotion potential will depend on what the rest of their peers are doing in that same MOS,� Uribe-Huitron said. “Soldiers must familiarize themselves with how the Army awards promotion points. This is where noncommissioned officers come into play as they coach and mentor their Soldiers. NCOs, having experienced this process, will have a thorough understanding
of how Soldiers can earn more points to become more competitive.� How many Soldiers can be promoted depends on how many slots are available within an MOS that the Army needs to fill, Uribe-Huitron said. If the Army needs to fill a lot of empty slots in an MOS at a particular grade, it will set the promotion points requirement low. If it needs to fill fewer slots, the promotion points requirement will be higher. Other promotion points Soldiers can earn up to 255 promotion points in military training, Uribe-Huitron said, and that includes weapons qualification and the Army Physical Fitness Test. They can earn as many as 195 points for awards and decorations. Up to 280 points can be earned for military education, which in the past included completion of SSD-I. They can also earn up to 100 points for civilian education. An additional 30 points may be earned for airborne advantage. Soldiers also earn 80 promotion points for attending the Warrior Leader Course. They may earn more than that through
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exceptional performance in the course. Those Solders who make the commandant’s list, for instance, will instead earn 92 promotion points. Graduates of the course who earn “Distinguished Honor Graduate� status or “Distinguished Leadership Award� will now receive 104 points. While Soldiers will no longer earn points for attending SSD-I, no changes were announced for the points earned by completing SSD-III or SSD-IV. The SSD-V course is still under development, Uribe-Huitron said, and is not available at this time. Changes to command list integration Not all promotion-eligible Soldiers have their commander’s recommendation to go before a promotion board. But those Soldiers could still be promoted by being placed on “command list integration,� or CLI. Soldiers on CLI are on the promotions standing list along with Soldiers who went before a promotion board. But those CLI Soldiers do not appear on the list with all the promotion points they earned. Instead, they are ranked on the list with either 39 points, if they are seeking promotion to sergeant, or 14 points if they are seeking promotion to staff sergeant. When the Army needs to fill more spots in an MOS than the number of Soldiers sent before
a promotion board for sergeant, for instance, it drops the promotion requirement for that MOS to 39. This allows the Army to fill its manning requirements by picking up for promotion all the Soldiers who went before a board, and to then also pick up additional Soldiers for promotion who did not go before the board. The CLI was recently “automated,� Uribe-Huitron said. He explained the CLI policy was written so that Soldiers could be put on the CLI if they did not go before a board. But if those same Soldiers become non-promotable for some reason, like being barred from enlistment or by failing their physical fitness test, their unit would have to notify Human Resources Command to take them off the CLI. Many units failed to make that notification. There was a “very substantial� number of Solders on CLI that were not actually promotable,� Uribe-Huitron said. “The most notorious reason was for not taking an APFT or for failing an APFT.� Now, he said, inclusion in CLI is automated. As of Nov. 21 Soldiers who become ineligible for promotion for some reason are automatically taken off CLI. “It gives us a more accurate number of who we have eligible to fill promotion requirements,� he said.
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EVENTS Grand Illumination | Dec. 5 The Grand Illumination – the official start to Fort Lee’s holiday season – is slated for Dec. 5, 4:30 p.m. The holiday tree at the corner of Mahone Avenue and Battle Drive will be lit on the Lee Club lawn. There will be cookies, carolers and a performance by the 392nd Army Band. Other activities include the Candy Express Train, free photos with Santa and more. The event is open to the public. For details, call (804) 765-3176.
Decking the Fort | Dec. 5 The Fort Lee Area Spouses Club will hold a fundraising event, “Decking the Fort,” Dec. 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Lee Club on the corner of Mahone Avenue and Battle Drive. The program includes entertainment, food prepared by Chef Blake Boze, a cash bar, and live and silent auctions. Tickets are $25. Proceeds benefit FLASC programs. For details, call (904) 502-0485.
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FMWR Frame Shop Sale | Dec. 5 - Dec. 20 A holiday sale on ready-made and selected frames is being held until Dec. 20 at the Fort Lee Picture Frame Shop, building 9024, 1321 Battle Drive. The shop is open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday and Friday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; and closed on Saturday. Sunday and holidays. For details, call (804) 734-6137 or 7347396.
AWM Silent Auction | Dec. 7 A silent auction fundraiser is set for Dec. 7, 1-4 p.m., at the U.S. Army Women’s Museum, building 5219, A Avenue. Participants can bid on a variety of items including vacation and family entertainment packages. The event is open to the public and is sponsored by the Friends of the AWM Association. Proceeds will benefit the museum and the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program. For details, call (804) 691-0866.
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NARFE Meeting | Dec. 11 National Active and Retired Federal Employees will hold its monthly meeting, Dec. 11, 10:30 a.m., at the Golden Corral Restaurant, Southpark Mall, Colonial Heights. New officers will be installed at the meeting followed by a buffet lunch. For details, call (804) 458-3835.
ROCKS Professional Development Session | Dec. 12 The Central Virginia Chapter of ROCKS Inc., will host an officer professional development session, Dec. 12, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Army Logistics University in the multi-purpose room. The topic is Army Career Tracker/ Individual Development Plans. The organization provides mentorship, scholarships and fellowship to ROTC Cadets and commissioned and warrant officers. For details, contact Capt. Bradford Bethea at (804) 734-1767.
FMWR Snow Xperience Ski Trips | Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 15, March 8 Fort Lee’s Family and MWR Outdoor Recreation Center is offering four discounted Snow Xperience Trips to the Wintergreen Resort. The trips will take
place on Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 15 and March 8. The discounted cost varies for the skiing, snowboarding, tubing rentals and lift ticket packages. For registration and details, visit Outdoor Recreation, building. 15014 on 5th Street, or call (804) 765-2212.
PWOC Christmas Program | Dec. 12 A Christmas program will be presented by the Protestant Women of the Chapel, Dec. 12, 9:30 a.m., at Memorial Chapel. All are welcome for the event that includes food, fun and fellowship. For details, email ftleepwoc@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/pwocfortlee.
USO Holiday Party | Dec. 14 USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia will host its annual children’s holiday party, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at Rockwell Hall Gym on JEB Little Creek, Fort Story, Virginia Beach. The free event includes face painting, games, entertainment, clowns, a chance for children to write letters to Santa and more. The event is open to all active duty service members, retirees, Reservists, National Guardsmen and DOD Civilians with a valid ID card. For details, visit www.usohrcv.com.
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Calendar, continued ACS EFMP Holiday Hurrah | Dec. 6 The Exceptional Family Member Program will host a free Holiday Hurrah, Dec. 6, 6-8 p.m., at the American Red Cross, building 9028, 1231 Mahone Ave., across from the Post Theater. There will be photos with Santa, holiday art and gift take-away projects, games and light refreshments. All EFMP-enrolled families are invited. For registration and details, call (804) 734-6393 or 734-7965.
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“Johnny Reb and Billy Yank” will be offered Dec. 6, and “Discovering Chesterfield’s Past” is set for Dec. 13. The cost is $5 for children, age 6 and older. It is free for adults. Both programs are sponsored by the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, in partnership with the Chesterfield Department of Parks and Recreation. For registration and details, visit www. chesterfieldhistory.com.
Pearl Harbor Remembrance | Dec. 7 Members of the Navy League of the United States will host the 72nd Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony, Dec. 7, 11 a.m., at the Virginia War Memorial, 621 S, Belvidere St., Richmond. Wreaths will be placed at the memorial to honor Pearl Harbor survivors and the Virginians who died on Dec. 7, 1941. The free event is open to the public. For details, call (804) 786-2060.
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Spirited History Tour | Dec. 7 A Spirited History Tour of the 1892 Jail and Chesterfield Courthouse Green will be held Dec. 7, 8-10 p.m., at 6819 Mimms Loop. Sponsored by the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, participants will experience a paranormal tour. The cost is $20 and limited to ages 8 and older. For registration and details, visit www. chesterfieldhistory.com.
Lessons and Carols | Dec. 8 A service of Lessons and Carols will be held Dec. 8, 3 p.m., at the Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer, 1769 South Sycamore
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2. A flat-bottomed glass, typically used for mixed drinks 3. Often used to hold wine 6.Typically smaller than a coffee cup 7. A man-made material used to make a popular type of cup 10. Used at parties, this drink holder is typically used with a ladle (two words) 11. A small container strictly used to consume alcohol in single doses (two words) 12. Used by restaurants to pour beer or soda 15. A container that has a rounded body, stout neck and a wide mouth
ACROSS 1. Soldiers used this for decades until technology killed it 4. Similar to a stein, it may have a lid 5. It has a handle and is typically used for drinking tea, coffee or hot chocolate 8. Most of them feature a sports cap that allows liquid to be streamed into the mouth 9. It originated in Germany, has a handle and traditionally used to consume a particular type of alcohol (two words) 13. A spill-proof container made for toddlers (two words) 14. A family of containers that include wine glasses 16. NHL players drink from it at the season’s finale (two words)
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