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BEAR VOLUME 4, ISSUE 9 | JULY 2013 WWW.FTWAINWRIGHTFMWR.COM | Directorate of Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation. Red, White & Blue Golf Tournament at the Chena Bend Golf Course July 4 4th of July Celebration at the Warrior Zone Arctic Tough Mudder at the Physical Fitness Center July 13 Youth Punt, Pass & Kick at the MWR Sports Complex July 13 National Ice Cream Day at the LFCAC July 19 BOWL-B-Q at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center July 20 Ice Cream Skedaddle 5k at the Physical Fitness Center July 27

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Welcome to Fort Wainwright, Alaska. The July issue of the Bear Necessities magazine highlights events and activities happening with Family and MWR this month.

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

Red, White & BlueGolf Tournament at the Chena Bend Golf CourseJuly 4

4th of July Celebration at the Warrior Zone

Arctic Tough Mudderat the Physical Fitness CenterJuly 13

Youth Punt, Pass & Kickat the MWR Sports ComplexJuly 13

National Ice Cream Dayat the LFCACJuly 19

BOWL-B-Qat Nugget Lanes Bowling CenterJuly 20

Ice Cream Skedaddle 5kat the Physical Fitness CenterJuly 27

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T-shirts given to the first 100 participants who register the morning of the race. For more information, call 353-7223.

Hour of Power: Group Strength Tuesdays & Thursdays 12–1245

Turbo KickMondays and Wednesdays: 1700-1800

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

ZumbaMondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays: 1815

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER | Bldg. 3709 | 353-7223

All classes are held at the PFC.

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

SUMMERFOODPROGRAM

SAC JUNE 3 - AUGUST 218 to 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.For more information, call 361-7394.Meals will be made available to enrolled CYSS children (Grades K-6) at no separate charge. Space is limited and patrons will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis.

SWIM LESSONSLevel I:Tuesdays & ThursdaysJuly 23-August 151045-1130

Level I:Wednesdays & FridaysJuly 24-August 161045-1130

Registration: July 16-24 or until class is full. Registration is conducted at PFC, on a first-come-first serve basis. All swim lessons are held at the Melaven Swim Center, Bldg. 3452.

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

SCHOOL AGE CENTER | Bldg. 4166 | 361-7394

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ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE | Bldg. 3401 | 353-4227

For a complete list of ACS classes and workshops,visit www.calendarwiz.com/ftwainwrightfmwr or call 353-4227.

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION & INFORMATION FAIR7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31: 0900-1600LFCAC, Building 1044Garrison Newcomers Orientation provides information for Soldiers, Family members and Civilians new to FWA within 60 days. Mandatory for Soldiers. Spouses and Civilians are strongly encouraged to attend.

SOLDIER AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTERIS NOW SERVING ALL IDES/MEB SOLDIERSOn-site services include:- Army Career and Alumni Counselor, 353-4339- Information, Referral and Follow-Up, 353-5878/5879- VA Vocational, Rehabilitation and Employment Counselor, 353-4335- Computer lab, fax, digital sender and copy machineFor more information, stop by or call 353-5878/5879. After hour appointments are available by appointment.

VETERANS BENEFITSTuesdays, 1000; Thursdays, 1300Building 3414, Rhineland Ave.Instructor Tom Hutto, VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Counselor, will lead the session.For more information, call 353-4335.

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

FEDERAL CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE FURLOUGHARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS OF OPERATIONEffective: 8 July 2013 - 23 September 2013

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

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JULY 13, 12 P.M.BIRCH HILL SKI AREARegistration starts at 11:15 a.m. Prizes given to the first 125 entrants who register and complete the course. Participants must be 14 years of age or older. For more information, call 353-7223.

Photos courtesy from Fort Wainwright PAO.

2nd annual

The Ice Cream Skedaddle 5k and the Arctic Tough Mudders are presented in part by:

No U.S. Army endorsement implied.

JL PROPER TIES, INC.REAL ES TATE DEVELOPMENT & MAN AGEMENT

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER | Bldg. 3709 | 353-7223

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

CHEER UP THE LONELY DAYJuly 11A Red Pin strike wins you a game at no additional cost. $2.50/game available 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Regular shoe rental rates apply.

NATIONAL PARENT’S DAYJuly 22, 1100-1800Fee: $10/hour for up to 6 bowlersBring your folks and enjoy Rent-A-Lane Special Bowling. Regular shoe rental rates apply.

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

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

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

BOWL-B-QJuly 201300-1900 Family style BBQ, bouncy hut, Challenge Bowl

2100-2400Live entertainment

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

LUNCHTIME FUN WITH HEAD-PIN BOWLING!Let us serve your lunch lane side while you try your skill at striking

SOCCER$55 (Ages 5-18)Season Date: July 15 - Sept 7

FLAG FOOTBALL$55 (Ages 5-18)Season Date: July 15 - Sept 7

CHEERLEADING$55 (Ages 5-18)Season Date: July 15 - Sept 7

DEVELOPMENTAL SOCCER$20 (Ages 3-4)Developmental Soccer is a Season Date: July 22- August 29

CROSS COUNTRY CLUBCost TBD (Ages 5-18)Date: July15-August 10

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

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

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

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

Interested in being a parent volunteer?Pick up volunteer forms at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049 #2.

NEW SUMMER HOURS EFFECTIVE 6 JULY - 15 SEP 2013Wed. & Thurs. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.Fri. 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.Sat. 2 p.m. to 1 a.m.Sun. 2 to 9 p.m.

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

Women in the Wilderness-Rock Climbing7/14, 0900-1700Fee: $15Ladies, head to Grapefruit Rocks to try your hand at outdoor climbing. All gear is provided. Bring a lunch, something to drink, and an adventurous attitude!

ATV Safety Course7/14, 1300This ATV Safety course is required for any of the ATV programs we will be running this summer. Be sure to bring gloves and a good pair of over the ankle boots. Tennis shoes are not allowed!

Wild Edibles Walk7/19, 1700-1800Fee: FreeLearn how to look for berries and other yummy Alaskan delicacies and enjoy the great outdoors!

Talkeetna River Reds7/19-7/21Departs: 0800Fee: $175An Alaska State Fishing License is required!Transportation, lunch and dinner, tents and the charter boat are provided. Bring a light breakfast, fishing gear, camping equipment, drinks and snacks.

Family Rock Climbing7/27, 0900-1700Fee: $15No experience necessary. Be sure to bring water, snacks, lunch and active clothing.

UPCOMING AUGUST TRIPS

Dall River Pike Hunt8/2-8/4, 0800Fee: $200

Upper Nenana Paddle8/3-8/4, 0800Fee: $90

Beginner Rock Climbing7/5 & 7/28, 0800-1700 Fee: $15Equipment including helmets, harnesses, shoes, ropes, belay devices, and carabiners is provided. Bring lunch, snacks, and drinks.

Table Top Mountain Family Hike7/6, 0800-1700Fee: $15Experience the beauty of summer! Bring good hiking shoes, water and a lunch.

Women in the Wilderness- Alaska Range Hike7/6, 0700-1900Fee: $15Ladies, this day hike will take us into the high country in the mountains Pack some water, snacks, lunch and extra pair of shoes (old sneakers are great!) to cross the river in.

Dall River Pike Hunt7/5-7/7, 0800Fee: $200An Alaska State Fishing License is required!Bring breakfast, fishing rod and reel, tackle, small cooler, bug dope, rain gear, sleeping bag and pad. We provide transportation, tents, coolers with ice, lunch and evening meals.

Fungus Among Us7/12, 1700-1900 Fee: freeBring your mushrooms with you and Dr. Sveta may be able to tell you how to prepare them.

Gulkana Glacier Hike7/13 & 7/20, 0700-1900Fee: $15An Alaskan adventure hike surrounded by jagged mountain peaks. Bring a lunch and something to drink.

Quartz Creek ATV Run7/13, 0800Fee: $75Depart from the ORC at 8:30 am. ATV’s, helmets, goggles and transportation are provided. Bring lunch, gloves, over the ankle boots, drinks and snacks, and daypack with

Gulkana Glacier Hike8/3, 0700-1900Fee: $15

Alaska Range Hike8/4, 0700-1800Fee: $15

Family Archery8/9, 1700-1900Fee: $3

Women in the Wilderness Glacier Hike8/10, 0700-1700Fee: $15

Beginner Rock Climbing8/10 & 8/24, 0900-1700Fee: $15

Quartz Creek ATV Run8/10, 0800Fee: $75

Family Berry Picking8/11, 0900-1700Fee: $10

Boater Safety Course8/11, 0900-1200; 1300-1600

Seward Deep Sea Fishing8/15-8/18Departs: 0800Fee: $275

Pinnell Mt. Trail Backpacking8/16-8/18Departs: 0700Fee: $105

Valdez Silver Salmon8/23-8/25, 0800Fee: $225

Wickersham Dome Hike8/25, 0900-1700 Fee: $15

Alaska Range Hike8/30, 0700-1800Fee: $15

Family River Kayak8/31, 1100-1400Fee: $10

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER | Bldg. 4050 | 361-6349

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What are Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS?Family and MWR locally funds dividends to Units for the collective benefit of all unit

members for off-duty morale, welfare and recreational purposes; all unit members must have the opportunity to participate in the activity supported with unit funds dividends.

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

Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS Family and MWR Unit Funds Advisor

Bldg. 1045, 2nd floorFort Wainwright, AK 99703

(907) [email protected]

Want to set up a Private Organization on Post?In order to be recognized as a Fort Wainwright Private Organization you must establish and

submit the required Private Organization packet. For information and packet processing, please contact the Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor at 353-7740.

Family and MWR Private Organization AdvisorBldg. 1045, 2nd Floor

Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-9501

Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, anxiety,

depression, grief, and other daily life issues.

MFLCMilitary & Family Life Consultants

388-2553Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 799-9770.

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

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

ABUSE.

FAMILY FUN SHOOTJuly 13, 12 to 5 p.m.

FUN SHOOTJuly 28, 12 to 5 p.m.

*Days and events are subject to change, weather pending.

FISCHER SKEET RANGE | Bldg. 1172 | 353-7869

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20 JUN-10 JULAll Auto Skills bay areas will be closed for customer use to work on vehicles. The tire repair area will remain open for customer use. Custom service orders conducted by Auto Skills staff will be available by appointment. 353-7436.

11 JUL-14 AUGFacility will be open for customer use; the entire lift bay area will be available for use as flat bays.

15-28 AUGFacility will be closed. Custom service orders conducted by Auto Skills staff will be available by appointment. 353-7436.

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

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

AUTO SKILLS CENTERUNDER CONSTRUCTION

FOR LIFT BAY REPLACEMENTS

AUTO SKILLS CENTER | Bldg. 3730 | 353-7436

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Summer funat the Youth Center!

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

Permission slips are required for ALL field trips or any events held outside of normal hours of operation.Activities listed in this brochure is subject to change depending on weather and/or extenuating circumstances.

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Cat I (0-$29,865) $31Cat II ($29,866-$36,264) $39Cat III ($36,265-$46,930) $48Cat IV ($46,931-$58,662) $55Cat V ($58,663-$74,661) $64Cat VI ($74,662-$86,343) $69Cat VII ($86,344-$101,580) $70Cat VIII ($101,581-$126,975) $72Cat IX ($126,976+) $73

Camp Costs

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

9th Grade TransitionAugust 5-9 Spend a week with the youth center staff learning about academic and leadership opportunities we offer while having some fun before school starts.

Robin Hood ArcheryJuly 22-26Learn how to safely use a bow and arrow with an expert. Target practice is offered daily. Competitions will be held on various days with a grand championship to round out the week!

6th GradeEntry WeekJuly 29-August 2Sixth grade is a major transition. Join us during this free, week-long camp to explore and learn what the Youth Center has to offer to make this academic year a successful one.

Adventure Alaska with Outdoor Rec July 8-12Learn how to navigate the land, kayak and canoe the rivers and much more to create memories of summer living in Alaska! Go camping overnight to Chena Lake for fishing, hiking and fun under the Alaskan sun. Participants must have a fishing license.

Red Fish, Blue Fish! July 15-19Explore the lakes and rivers of Fairbanks and Interior Alaska with the Youth Center. Learn how to prepare and cook your fish. All equipment will be provided. Participants must have a fishing license.

Strike a PoseJuly 8-12Discover and explore Alaska’s natural beauty through a lens! Learn basic knowledge and skills of outdoor photography to include animals, flowers, landscapes, and more. A photo exhibit on Friday will showcase the art for family and friends.

Lights, Camera, Action!August 5-9Want to learn the ropes of film production AND be a star on the big screen? Go behind the scenes at a local news station and learn to use green screen technology to produce a short film or television show.

Explore Interior AlaskaJuly 29-August 2Gold panning, Alaskan culture, and wildlife viewing are some of the fun adventures that await you! Experience it all against the stunning backdrop of the Alaskan Range mountains and vast wild spaces.

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7/8 Museum at UAF No cost7/9 Botanical Gardens No cost7/13 Swimming at Melaven No cost7/15 Skeet Shooting No cost7/17 Riverboat $25*7/18 Archery No cost7/20 Swimming at Melaven No cost7/22 Frisbee Golf No cost7/25 Kayaking No cost7/27 Swimming at Melaven No cost7/29 Segway Tours $10 (High School only)7/30 Rock Climbing at UAF No cost

8/1 Picnic at the Lake No cost8/3 Swimming at Melaven No cost8/5 Tubing at Birch Lake No cost8/7 Skeet Shooting No cost8/8 White Water Rafting $25*8/10 Swimming at Melaven No cost8/12 Horseback Riding $208/14 Denali Railroad $25*8/15 Kayaking No cost

All camps runMonday-Friday,

9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

YOUTH SERVICES | Bldg. 4109 | 361-5437

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Weekends (including training holidays)

2300-0300

For a free ride home.Brought to you byBetter Opportunities for Single Soldiers.

353-6610SADDSOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING

Denali Camping/White Water Rafting TripsJuly 12-13; Cost: $25Enjoy Alaska summer camping in the Denali wilderness. There will be a safety brief before departure. Space is limited, be sure to contact your B.O.S.S. rep as soon as possible. Open to B.O.S.S. members. For information, call 353-7648.

Denali Camping/ATV TripsJuly 5-6; Cost: $25All soldiers will be required to have their ATV safety card, and proper PPE (long pants, long sleeve shirt, gloves). There will be a safety brief before departure. Space is limited, be sure to contact your B.O.S.S. rep as soon as possible. Open to B.O.S.S. members. For information, call 353-7648.

Skydiving in WasillaJuly 19-21; Cost: $125 (80% discount!)Enjoy the summer life with B.O.S.S.! Stay at JBER, shop in Anchorage, and for the rush of your life, go sky diving the next day. There will be a safety brief before departure. Space is limited, be sure to contact your B.O.S.S. rep as soon as possible. Open to B.O.S.S. members. For information, call 353-7648.

Fishing in Seward, AlaskaJuly: 14-17; 21-24; 28-31August: 04-07; 11-14; 18-21; 25-28This is great chance for all those with a love for fishing!All soldiers who attend will be required to have a fishing license, and pay for their own meals. Family members are welcome to join but at their own cost. Open to all soldiers on post. For information, call 353-7648.

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

STAINED GLASS MOSAIC8/10, 17, 24; 1430-1600Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. $50 (this is a Parent & Child class-Parents may participate for a materials fee of $15)This class will focuses on the safety of working with glass, cutting glass, soldering and finishing. (Students will complete 1 glass project, a sun catcher for ages 10+, or a glass mosaic tile for ages under 10.) while learning the steps needed to learn the art of working with stained glass using the copper foil method.

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

To register, call 353-7713. For information on specific classes, call 353-3220.Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

Sign up for August classes now!

GEO ADVENTURE TREASURE HUNTING WITH A GPS8/3, 1000-1130Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd.$10/Family (all ages)Learn how to track all your activity on line as you find your treasures! GPS equipment for this class is provided.

KARATE • 4 Year-Olds & Parents Thursdays, 1730-1800$40/student (class fee includes parent fee in this class only) • Family Karate Tues. & Thurs., 1800-1900$65/student (ages 5+)

SNEAK PEEK8/3, 1200-1500Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. Find out what’s happening at SKIESUnlimited and other CYSS facilities. We have activities for all ages and classes that also include parent participation so you can join in the fun. Enjoy a glass of lemonade and a free Make & Take. To register for this no cost activity, please call 353-7713.

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

PAPER GIFT CRAFTS:8/17, 8/24; 1200-1330$35/student (ages 6-11) Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd. Students will make paper craft gifts including an unfolding gift box and a scrap book/journal. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

RECYCLED FASHIONS- “TRASH INTO TREASURE”8/1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 1700-1830Murphy Hall basement, Bldg. 1045 $45/student (ages 6-11)Create a recycled fashion statement from a selection of discarded packaged materials like bags, cans, and bottles! You are welcome to bring in your own collection of recyclables. Examples include: Capri juice packs, pop tops, packing peanuts, etc. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

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

Are you looking for quality, affordable child care? Call a licensed Family Child Care Provider.A FCC home is a certified family housing program under the jurisdiction of the Post Commander in which authorized CYS care is provided to families of Fort Wainwright.

BEWARE OF UNAUTHORIZED, UNSAFE, AND UNINSPECTED HOMES ADVERTISING ILLEGAL CARE ON FACEBOOK AND CRAIGSLIST.

Stop by Parent Central Services to place your child in Family Child Care.Bldg.1049 #2 or call 353-7713.

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Family Movie Night7/17, 1730-1930(dependent on length)Join the LFCAC for a fun night of Family entertainment on a 16’ x 20’ screen. All movies rated G or PG and appropriate for ages 3-10.

LFCAC | Bldg. 1044 | 353-7755

Bouncy Hut Night7/11, 7/231700-1930Ages 4-12, no cost.Two bouncy huts are now available at the LFCAC so now both smaller and bigger children can have their own hut. What could be cooler? Parents must be present to supervise their children as child care personnel will not be on hand.

In celebration of National Ice Cream Appreciation Day the LFCAC will be giving

away free ice cream to DoD card holders and their dependants. Bring the kids on down for a free scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream and

a variety of toppings to choose from. Spend the afternoon with us and beat the heat!

This event is sponsored in part by:

No U.S. army endorsement implied.

•HOT DOG EATING CONTEST•HORSE SHOE TOURNAMENT •WIFFLE BALL HOMERUN HITTING CONTEST•FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIALS

Open to DoD card holders ages 18+. For more information, call 353-1087.

AT THE WARRIOR ZONE1600-2300

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

July 6: 8 Ball Pool Tournament1st game 9 ball 2nd 10 ball for 3rd game if needed

July 13: Texas Hold ‘emJuly 27: Horseshoe

Open to DoD card holders ages 18+. For more information, call 353-1087.

WARRIOR ZONE | Bldg. 3205 | 353-1087

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“Have Book, Will Travel”Summer Reading Continues!

July 5: Enjoy the 4th with friends and family. No Story Hour this week. July 11: The Grand Finale will be filled with fun, frivolity and food! We will have an edible book contest and foods and activities from around the world. Prizes will be awarded to top readers and all participants will receive their Reading Accomplishment Coin!

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

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

POST LIBRARY | Bldg. 3700 | 353-2642

Conveniently located at:The Last Frontier Community Activity Center

Hours of Operation:Monday through Friday7 a.m. – 3 p.m.TEL: 356.2020

THE BUBBLY BREW

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

Hourly CareOptions:>SFAC Childcare Room, Bldg. 3414Mon-Fri: 0800-1700, closed for lunch. Call353-7713.>School Age CenterBldg. 4166Mon-Fri: 0600-1800. Call 361-7394 if transportation isneeded.>Family Child CareBldg. 1049 Suite 2 Mon-Fri: 0600-1800. Call 353-6266 for list ofproviders.

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

Romp and Stomp PlaygroupThis Month’s Focus: LiteracyMondays and Thursdays,0930–1130LFCAC, Bldg. 1044.

Parent’s Night Out7/9, 1745–2045CDC I, Bldg. 4024Register and pay by July 2. $15/child. Snack provided.

Parent’sDay out7/20, 0900-1300CDC I, Bldg. 4024$20/child. Lunch provided. Registerand pay by July 12.

Parent’s Night Out and Parent’s Day Out care provided at the Child Development Center I, Bldg. 4024. All children must be registered with CYSS to receive services. For information call 353-7713. Army Family Covenant benefits are available for Families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Soldiers or Fallen Soldiers.

Workshops and classes are partnered between ACS and CYSS.

Cuddle Cure7/9, 1830-2030CDC I, Bldg. 4024Learn to soothe your fussy baby in 5 minutes or less. Topics covered are: joys and challenges of being new parents, what to expect, and the five steps to calm your baby and extend their sleep cycles.

Homemade Baby Food7/20, 1000-1200CDC I, Bldg. 4024This two hour, hands on workshop will teach you the tips, tricks and guidelines of introducing solid foods to your infant. Participants will receive a food mill and a collection of baby food recipes.

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

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

SCHOOL AGE CENTER | Bldg. 4166 | 361-7394

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

School Age Center offers summer camps for children in grades K-6 daily from6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 361-7394 or 361-6882 for more information and about associated fees.

CAT I ....................................$62CAT 2 ...................................$78CAT 3 ...................................$95CAT 4 ...................................$110CAT 5 ...................................$127CAT 6 ...................................$137CAT 7 ...................................$140CAT 8 ...................................$143CAT 9 ...................................$146

Total Family IncomeCategories

SAC/K Camp(Weekly)

ALASKA AGRICULTURE: July 22-August 2> Smoothie making> Watermelon eating contest> Stamp making with food> Botanical gardens field trip> Paper plate pigs + paper towel roll cows> Corn college

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Summer Child Care Sessions: Child, Youth & School Services provides limited child care for FAME programs. Child care is provided on site at Melaven Gym. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 10:30 a.m.Cost: $28 per child per monthAugust registration opens July 20.

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

F.A.M.E. Fitness Sessions:Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

Sessions are held at Melaven Fitness Center at no cost.For class schedules or more information, call 353-9137.

FAMEFAMEFamily Activity and Motivational Exercise

CYSS child care during your workouts.*

$28New summer session!

4th of JULY Chena Bend GoLf CoUrse

For more information, call 353-6223.

t-times startinG at: 8 a.m.$35 pLUs Green fees

2 Person Teams - Shamble - Door Prizes - On Course Contests

Souvenir Hat - Lunch Ticket - Register at the Clubhouse

* Season Pass and Punch Cards may be used for Green Fees

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2013CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE | Bldg. 2092 | 353-6223

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

Punt, Pass & KickJuly 13,12 p.m.Engineer Park Football Field

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4th of July WeekendHoliday Hours

* Limited Hours** Verified Duty

Federal Holiday Thursday 7/4

Training HolidayFriday 7/5

FACILITY Army Community Services (ACS) Closed Closed Automotive Skills Center Closed 1130-2030Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Closed ClosedChena Bend Golf Course 0800-2100 0800-2100CYSS Parent Central Services Closed ClosedCDC I Closed **Open for verified duty onlyCDC II Closed ClosedFamily Child Care Closed ClosedFischer Skeet Range Closed OpenFamily and MWR Administration Closed 0800-1700Last Frontier Community Activity Center Closed 0800-2100Melaven Physical Fitness Center Closed 1100-1900Melaven Pool Closed 1100-1900Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Closed 1100-0100 Outdoor Recreation Center 1000-1800 1000-1800Physical Fitness Center (PFC) Closed 0800-2000PFC Ice Rink Closed ClosedPost Library Closed 1000-1800School Age Center Closed **Open for verified duty onlyYouth Center Closed 1400-2200Youth Sports & Fitness Closed ClosedSKIES Unlimited Closed ClosedEDGE Programs Closed ClosedThe Warrior Zone 1600-2300 1600-0100

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.Saturday-Sunday: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.Chena Bend Golf Course, Bldg. 2092 Call in orders: 353-6147 www.dwgrill.com

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ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

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

Tow Service (24 hrs): 590-1716

BIRCH HILLSKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Closed for the season.

CHENA BEND GOLF COURSEBldg. 2092, p 353-6223 M-Th 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. F-Su 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Holidays 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

DW Grill, p 353-6147 M-F 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sa-Su 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II)Bldg 4176, p 361-9056CLOSED FOR REPAIRS.

CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICESBldg. 1049 #2, p 353-7713/7826 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. W 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa, Su Closed

FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1172, p 353-7869 F 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sa-Su 12 to 5 p.m. LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITYACTIVITY CENTER (LFCAC)Bldg. 1044, p 353-7755 LFCAC M-Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su CLOSED LASER TAG: Th 3 to 7 p.m. F 3 to 8 p.m. Sa 1 to 8 p.m. Su CLOSED BUBBLY BREW M-F 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

MELAVEN PHYSICALFITNESS CENTERBldg. 3452, p 353-1994 Tu-F 5 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sa 12 to 5 p.m. Su-M CLOSEDMELAVEN SWIM CENTERBldg. 3452, p 353-1994 T-F 0530-0800; 1130-1430, 1545-1915 Sa 1200-1700 Su, M CLOSED

NAF CIVILIAN PERSONNELBldg. 1045, p 353-6356 M-F 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sat, Su Closed

NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTERBldg. 3702, p 353-2654 NUGGET LANES: effective 7/6-9/15 W & Th 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. F 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Sa 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 2 to 9 p.m. GOLD RUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 5 to 10 p.m. F-Sa 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 3 to 9 p.m. MOTHER LODE CAFE M-T Closed W 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 9 p.m. Th 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. F 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sa 12 to 11 p.m. Su 12 to 8 p.m.

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC)Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 Th, F, M 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Su 12 to 6 p.m. Tu/W: CLOSEDFor programs call361-4089 or 361-2652.

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC)Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-Th 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. F 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sa, Su 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

PFC ICE RINKBldg. 3709, p 353-7223 Closed for the season

PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISORBldg. 1045, p 353-7740 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa, Su Closed

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

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

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

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

WARRIOR ZONEBldg. 3205, p 353-1087 GAMING: M-Th 4 to 11 p.m. F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 1 to 9 p.m. BAR: M-Th 5 to 10:30 p.m. F-Sa 4:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Su 1 to 8 p.m.

YOUTH CENTERBldg. 4109, p 361-5437 M-Th 2 to 8 p.m. F-Sa 2 to 10 p.m. Su Closed

YOUTH SPORTSBldg. 1049 #1, p 353-7482 M-Th: 2 to 6 p.m. F-Sa: 2 to 8 p.m. * Summer Camp Hours: M- F: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

FAMILY AND MWR FACILITIES HOURS OF OPERATION

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