Beach life – how to do it and do it right! | Reduce, reuse, recycle: creating a healthy environment with the Fort Gordon Recycling Program | To survive, you must be prepared: School is around the corner. Get ready! | Christmas in July? Not quite – just revving up for the Christmas House with ACS.
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Free Admission • Open to the Public
Fort Gordon’s
Independence day celebratIon Tuesday, July 3 • 3:00-11:00 p.m. Live Concerts Featuring: The Swingin’ Medallions U.S. Army Signal Corps Band
Fireworks (begin at dark) Carnival & Water Rides (begin at 3:00 p.m.) Over 40 Food & Craft Vendors Fest Tent Seating (Lots of shade, come early)
Avoid the lines, purchase your Carnival Tickets & Armbands in advance at Aladdin Travel & Gordon Lanes
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Contents
BEACH LIFE – HOW TO DO IT AND DO IT RIGHT! | REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE: CREATING A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT WITH THE FORT GORDON RECYCLING PROGRAM | TO SURVIVE, YOU MUST BE PREPARED: SCHOOL IS AROUND THE CORNER. GET READY! | CHRISTMAS IN JULY? NOT QUITE – JUST REVVING UP FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOUSE WITH ACS.
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From the cover It’s time to hit the beach and enjoy the summer! Whether you head out to the sandy shoreline of Pointes West, or venture out to a coastal beauty spot, we bet you’ll come back with more than just sand in your shoes. Consider it therapy; let the beach leave an imprint on your soul which will exist long after the footprints you left in the sand have been washed away.
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JULY 2012 In Every Issue
Features
5 Editor’s Notes 7 Around Town Calendar 8 Events with Swami 9 Your Health 10 Planning Your Career 11 Financial Fundamentals 12 Reflections 13 Restaurant Reviews 15 Customer Care Zone 16 Service Member Stories 18 Never Forget 27 This Month in MWR 55 From the Bookshelf 57 Tech Ninja 59 Movie Review 61 Director’s Chair 63 Snapshot 64 Next 65 In Focus
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Kid-to-Kid Back To School Guide There is enough going on when school starts without having a mini-meltdown because you aren’t prepared. Need help with that? Put down the iPhone and listen up. Arial’s about to lay it down for you so you can tackle the new school year like a boss.
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Christmas in July You may have heard mention of the Christmas House. It’s not a house that sells Christmas goods, nor is it a house where Santa resides. Instead, for many families, it is a helping hand in delivering Christmas wishes to their children.
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Beach Life The appeal of the beach is vast - what do you get from living near the water? Like a champ, Aubrey Dowd takes a look at one of the more popular destinations – Charleston – to figure it out. And, in case you decide to join the beachside population, Arial Alexis gives some great advice on beach-life!
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The Art of Recycling Sustainability is a keyword among many industries, as well as individuals – none more so than the recycling industry, which picks up the lion’s share of “trash” and turns it into “treasure.” The Fort Gordon Recycling Program is bent on making its influence felt throughout the community in the name of sustainability, providing us with a way to reuse goods, so the carbon footprint we leave behind might be smaller.
Contributors Aubrey Dowd
Lynn Harshman
Jeff Haskell
Kathleen Haskell
Nathan Hoeller
Kim Hussey
Susie Joyner
Arial Marsh
Rachael Sosa
Jerry Swain
Molly Swift
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reative Cuisine xceptional Service Gordon’s Conference & Catering provides dining, conference and catering solutions. Our experienced staff wants to help you with your special occasion: birthdays, hail & farewells, conferences, weddings and more! Dine With Us! Gordon’s Conference & Catering serves a wide array of hot and cold items Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Choose from our daily specials, hot sandwiches, buffet or salad bar. We also serve Starbucks coffee! For a complete menu, pick online at www.fortgordon.com. Catering Our catering services are second are here to serve you, so let us help you design a beautiful celebration, professional networking conference or formal gathering. Need off-site catering? No problem. Contact our catering manager, Janice Ivey, for more information.
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editor’snotes Molly Swift, Editor
My hair is getting frizzy, I have huge welts on my legs from mosquitoes and I’m dreaming about the ocean. Yep, it’s July and it’s time for a vacation!
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Actually, I’ve been dreaming about a vacation at the beach for years and we just haven’t made it – until now. So, now it’s booked and my family of five is planning on loving life near the waves for an entire blissful week! And although the traveling-five-hours-with-young-child-and-puppy aspect is never fun, I’m really looking forward to seeing how the toddler copes with the sand − and how I cope with the toddler in the sand. She’s convinced she’s going to be swimming with dolphins (thanks, Dora!) and I’m convinced she’s going to freak out the minute she gets near the shoreline. But, maybe she’s right and I’m wrong. Let’s hope. It’s been so long since I’ve set foot on a beach I’m almost uncertain as to how it will feel; I guess it will feel like home as soon as I’m there. At least, that’s the impression I get from others who reminisce about their holidays at the seaside. The smell of the ocean, the warm coastal breezes and the laid back attitude of locals − these are all part of the appeal, but they are not all you will encounter on your vacation. For a more in-depth look at what to expect when you’re beach-bound and some advice from a Florida sand crab (staff writer Arial Marsh), turn to page 45. We’ve also lucked out with an exploration of one of my favorite cities − Charleston − which worked its southern charm on contributing writer, Aubrey Dowd. Of course, to reach that point in the month I have to get past the first week − and what a week! Our Independence Day Celebration is on July 3: Swingin’ Medallions; US Army Signal Corps Band; water rides for kids; vendors and crafts; awesome fireworks. What more could you want?! Then, two days later, Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band is going to be rocking Fort Gordon on Barton Field − July 5 at 7 p.m.! Only three days after that, the talented fiddling sensation, Natalie Stovall, will be playing a free concert at Alexander Hall as part of the Laughter, Love and Fiddle Tour. Natalie will be joined by comedian Paul Varghese, which means two fantastic entertainers for free in one afternoon show! The big focus in this issue is the Fort Gordon Recycling Program. Let’s call it your summer project − learn more about this fabulous program and get into recycling as a way of life to help sustain our resources. MWR is extremely proud of its ability to recycle; we hope you enjoy discovering more about the process and the dedicated people who make it all work! So yes, I am excited about the month of July; you should be too. As a community, we have plenty to do, plenty to celebrate and plenty of relaxation time to look forward to. We also can’t wait to see all of you at one of the many upcoming events, so be sure to come seek us out and say hi. We’ll be the ones wearing flip-flops and sun block, like all good beach-goers do! Take care,
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Pointes West Army Resort August 4, 2012 • Noon-6:00 p.m. Join us for a fun-filled day of music, food, games and prizes! Come celebrate summer with your family and relax on our white, sandy beach, go for a swim to cool down from the hot summer sun or enjoy the breeze with some parasailing. Beach area opens at 10:00 a.m. Kayak, canoe and pedal boat rentals.
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Around Town
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Historic Trolley Tour of Augusta
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Each Saturday at 2 p.m. Tour the Augusta Museum of History’s fascinating exhibits such as Celebrating a Grand Tradition, the Sport of Golf, the Godfather of Soul, and climbing on board a real train! Then board the Lady Libby trolley and explore Augusta’s Historic Downtown, historic homes, hear about the bones in the basement of the Medical College of Georgia, see where a President lived as a boy, get a glimpse of the Augusta Canal, and hear the legend of the famous Haunted Pillar! Tickets: $12 - for more information, call (706) 724-4067.
560 Reynolds Street | Downtown Augusta GA
Augusta’s Independence Day Celebration 4 p.m.-10 p.m.
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Bring the whole family to the Augusta Common and partake in an array of activities, a wide variety of vendors, a “Children’s Area” featuring games and inflatables, live music and dance, and a spectacular display of fireworks at dark! (706) 821-1754.
Augusta Common | 836 Reynolds Street | Downtown Augusta GA
Charlie Daniels and Travis Tritt Charlie Daniels is best known for his southern rock and country music – though it’s not so easy, nor is it fair, to pin him down to any one style! Travis Tritt also crosses musical boundaries and appeals to a wide audience. Both are performing at the Pavillion – and it will be a night to remember! Gates open at 5:00 p.m. and the show kicks off at 6:30 p.m.! Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of the show for the lawn seating. Stage front seating is $50 anytime. For more information, contact (706) 312-7192.
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Lady Antebellum Pavillion at Evans Towne Center Park | 7016 Evans Town Center Blvd | Evans GA
Music in the Park, 2012: 246th Army Jazz Band and Art Show 26 Enjoy the beauty of North Augusta, a free concert and fabulous Art Show. Concert attendees should bring chairs and blankets – picnics are encouraged. The Music in the Park Series is sponsored by University Health Care Systems, the City of North Augusta and the North Augusta Cultural Arts Council. For information, go to www.naartscouncil.org.
The Verandah at Maude Edenfield Park | Brookside Drive | North Augusta SC
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eventswithswami Top 10 Reasons for a Staycation Jerry “Swami” Swain, Special Events Coordinator
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When you add everything up, staying home for the summer isn’t such a bad option. MWR facilities and programs are hassle free, local and safe for your family. The kids crying “are we there yet?” Plane double booked; missing connecting flights; lost luggage. The gas prices are one thing on post and quite another once you leave the local area. I can go on and on about the frustration associated with summer vacations. Save yourself and your family time, trouble and money. Fort Gordon hosts the best festivals and has something for everyone, from our new outdoor pool/spray park, to horseback riding. Kids have birthdays coming up? No problem MWR has you covered – we can even offer you the beautiful Pointes West Army Resort with its sandy beaches, cabins and campgrounds. Please go to our Facebook page for constant up-to-date information!
yourhealth Sleep Keeps You Strong and Healthy Kathleen Haskell, EAMC Marketing
Sometimes we think of sleep as a luxury – one of the things we might do on a lazy weekend morning. We may lose track of how much sleep we’re missing if we get too busy or stressed. However, getting enough sleep is one of the most important things we can do to stay physically and mentally strong. Sleep is a necessity to stay in peak performance – just like food, water, and air. The amount of sleep you need depends on many factors, including age. For example, infants normally need about 16 hours a day. Teenagers require about nine hours a day on average. Adults need between seven to nine hours for the best amount of sleep (although some people may need as few as five hours or as many as ten hours of sleep each day). Women in the first three months of pregnancy often need several more hours of sleep than usual. Experts say that if you feel drowsy during the day, even during boring activities, you haven’t had enough sleep. The amount of sleep a person needs also increases if they’ve been deprived of sleep in previous days. Playing catch-up on lost sleep doesn’t work. Getting too little sleep creates a “sleep debt,” which is much like being overdrawn at a bank. Sooner or later, your body will demand the debt be paid. We aren’t made to function on getting less sleep than our body needs. Even though we may get used to a sleepdeprived schedule, our judgment, reaction time, and other functions are still impaired. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says not enough sleep may cause: • Memory problems • Depression • A weakening of your immune system, increasing your chance of becoming sick • Increase in perception of pain Many studies make it clear that sleep deprivation is dangerous. Sleep-deprived people who are tested by using a driving simulator or by performing a hand-eye coordination task perform as badly as or worse than those who are intoxicated. Sleep deprivation also magnifies alcohol’s effects on the body, so a fatigued person who drinks will become much more impaired than someone that is well rested. Driver fatigue is responsible for an estimated 56,000 motor vehicle accidents and 1,500 deaths each year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Since drowsiness is the brain’s last step before falling asleep, driving while drowsy can, and
often does, lead to disaster. Caffeine and other stimulants can’t overcome the effects of severe sleep deprivation. The National Sleep Foundation says that if you have trouble keeping your eyes focused, can’t stop yawning or remember driving the last few miles, you are probably too drowsy to drive safely. For service members, the effects of sleep deprivation can sneak up and cause a serious decrease in the ability to stay sharp during training, while on duty, and on the battlefield. Some common consequences of sleep deprivation include decreased performance and concentration, increased stress, slow reaction times, confusion, memory lapses, and poor judgment. Inadequate sleep is also linked with increased risk of motor vehicle accidents, increased risk of diabetes and heart problems, and increased risk for psychiatric conditions including depression and substance abuse. In other words, without enough sleep, you can put both yourself and your fellow service members at risk. To measure the prevalence of short sleep duration among workers, the CDC analyzed data from the 2010 National Health Interview Survey. Overall, 30% of adults reported average sleep duration of less than six hours per day, which is less than the average required amount. Getting quality sleep depends on many factors, including your stress levels, the surrounding physical environment and what you eat, drink, and do close to the time you go to bed. Sleep experts recommend following the tips: 1. Stick to a sleep schedule. As much as possible, go to bed and wake up at the same time each day. 2. Establish a relaxing routine before bed. Give yourself time to unwind. A relaxing routine might include reading or listening to soothing music and lowering the lights. 3. Have a dark, quiet, comfortable and cool sleeping environment. Do not sleep in areas where there is regular activity. If needed, minimize exposure to noise and light by using earplugs, blackout shades or a sleep mask. 4. Avoid large meals and beverages right before bedtime. Light snacks are all right but avoid large meals and too many fluids two to three hours prior
to bedtime. A large meal can cause indigestion that interferes with sleep. Drinking too many fluids at night can cause you to awaken to go to the bathroom. 5. Avoid caffeine and nicotine. Coffee, colas, certain teas and chocolate contain caffeine and its effects can last for eight hours. Nicotine is also a stimulant and can cause smokers to sleep only very lightly. 6. Avoid alcoholic drinks before bed. While many people think a drink or two will help them fall asleep, alcohol actually prevents you from falling into a deep sleep. 7. Avoid medicines that delay or disrupt your sleep. Some medications, such as heart, blood pressure or asthma medications, and over-the-counter and herbal remedies for coughs, colds or allergies can disrupt sleep patterns. If you are having trouble sleeping, talk to your doctor to see if any medications you are taking might be affecting your sleep. 8. Exercise is great - but not before bed. Avoid exercising within a few hours before going to bed. Exercise makes us more alert and raises body temperature, which makes it harder to fall asleep. Finish exercising at least three hours before bedtime. 9. Do not continue to lie in bed awake. If you find yourself still awake after lying in bed for more than 20 minutes, get up and do something relaxing (like reading or listening to music) until you feel sleepy. Often the anxiety of not being able to sleep can make it harder to fall asleep. Stay strong and healthy - get enough sleep. If you continue to find yourself feeling tired and not alert, talk to your doctor. An underlying health problem might be affecting your sleep. Sources: United States Army Public Health Command, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, MedicineNet.com, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the National Sleep Foundation.
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planningyour career Certified Nurse Aide Training: Portability Is the Key Kim Hussey
I mentioned both portability and Jay Block’s second protean element, anticipation, in my last two columns. What is the link between anticipation and portability for the military spouse in the Central Savannah River Area surrounding Fort Gordon? Anticipation of Future Employment Trends In 2011, the earliest born members of the baby boomer generation turned 65 and became eligible for Medicare. Baby boomers start turning 65 in 2011 – the number of older people will increase dramatically between 2010 and 2030. The older population in 2030 is projected to be twice as large as in 2000, growing from 35 million to 71.5 million. Those born between 1946 and 1964 will need health care and demand for health care workers will outpace those trained for these types of positions in the local labor market. What does this mean to the military spouse? Let’s first answer some basic questions: Q: What is the average amount of time a military family stays on one base or in one location? A: Typically, the average has been about 2 - 3 years. Q: How long does the average unemployed individual typically search for employment before being hired? A: The average amount of time it takes to find employment is six months. It can actually take a year or longer. Q: What career is quick, inexpensive, and offers extensive employment opportunities in every community? A: Nursing – with certified nurse aide training – will remain an extremely marketable career field for years to come. Portability is Key for Military Spouses In my role as a coach, I talked to a gentleman last week who told me he completed a graphic arts program at a local technical college in June of 2011 and is still unemployed. He has found there to be a lack of jobs in his career of choice and in retrospect, realizes he should have chosen a marketable field enabling him to find employment after graduation. As military spouses, we want to be employed as quickly as possible in order to pay our bills and become part of a new community − and to work on building our skills and our network
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to increase our marketability. The reasons why certified nurse aide training might be a great option to the military spouse or family member include: • Quick training – The training program takes 4 weeks, then there is a 2 week state mandated wait for testing. The individual knows the day of the exam if he or she has passed and will receive certification. • Augusta is the perfect city to start a career in the medical field because of the wide latitude of nurse aide positions in the CSRA. A nurse aide may have a job in six weeks and within a two to three year span can try out different positions to ensure a proper fit and to gain the skills necessary to be marketable around the globe. • Certification is transferrable to all states but North Carolina, where the test can be challenged. • Gives the spouse an immediate employment opportunity until a better position becomes available. • Flexible schedules are available through in-home care agencies and evening and weekend PRN positions. • One can choose to moonlight as a professional caregiver for extra income or as a seasonal job for holiday income. • Certified nurse aide positions can be either high stress or low stress, depending on the position. For those wanting a low stress, second job, providing respite care for families who need that option might be feasible. • Once an individual gets his or her foot in the door, they can apply for better jobs in 6 months at most hospitals. Where can a certified nurse aide work? There is a wide array of job freedom, to include nursing homes, assisted living homes, adult day care facilities, hospitals, doctor’s offices, weight loss clinics, and in-home care agencies. Additionally, certified nurse aides may be hired to perform light housekeeping and make meals for clients or transport and escort individuals to doctor appointments. Positions within hospitals can include lab techs, unit clerks, emergency room access coordinators, and more. You may want to look under certified nurse aide at indeed.com, an employment website,
or go to the website of each medical facility or organization to explore local openings and what is available in the field. Positions such as ambulance dispatchers and day care workers are other areas where a nurse aide certification might be considered a value added skill to enhance ones resume. Those spouses of retiring military members might look at small business ventures – starting a personal care home, or a small business providing private duty care, offering in home day or evening care to those who cannot care for themselves, whose caregivers need respite opportunities. Although certified nurse aide training does not offer college credit, it can be a stepping stone career into a higher level position. Augusta Technical College, Aiken Technical College, Miller-Motte Technical College, Augusta State University, Medical College of Georgia and University of South Carolina are only a few of the local schools who offer ongoing health care programs. MyCAA will pay all but the registration fee and the testing fee for spouses of military members, E-5 and below and junior officer spouses. Although the local Workforce Investment Act (WIA) programs are not currently funding certified nurse aide training, WIA does fund other health career training programs, for those who meet specific WIA criteria. For information about eligibility and programs, go to the Georgia Department of Labor website at www.dol.state.ga.us and look for the link to WIA. If you are interested in certified nurse aide training, the Fort Gordon Education Center can assist you with information or contact your local Chamber of Commerce to find out about C.N.A. programs nearest you. For information about programs in Columbia County, the Chamber phone number is (706) 651-0018. The website is www.columbiacountychamber. com. The Richmond County Chamber can be contacted at (706) 821-1300 or www. augustachamber.net. The North Augusta Chamber can be contacted at (803) 279-2323 or www.northaugustacamber.org. Sources: 2009 Long Term Care Insurance Sourcebook, American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
financialfundamentals Back to School Savings Tips Rachael Sosa, ACS, Financial Readiness Specialist
Although it seems like summer just officially started, it is time to start preparing for the back to school season! I know it is hard to believe that summer will end soon – with the kids’ return to school comes back to school shopping time for parents and students. Here are seven money saving tips to help you with your back to school shopping. 1. Budget and set limits. Develop a back to school shopping budget and stick to it. Make sure that your child is aware of the budget too. This is a great opportunity to teach your children about budgeting for purchases and making choices. If your child wants expensive tennis shoes, offer to pay half and allow them to earn the other half. Or, establish a clothing budget and allow them to select the items for purchase. If you have an older child, consider establishing a checking account or even a credit card account with a very small limit. This is the perfect chance to teach them about managing their personal finances and how to spend responsibly, which will make a huge impact on their future.
Only buy what is on the list as extras will probably never get used. 4. Look for end of summer sales. Since the weather will still be warm once school starts, take advantage of the end-ofsummer discounts. 5. Shop year round. Keep an eye open throughout the year for sale items and bargains. If you find something you can buy, buy it and put it away for the next year.
6. Shop online. Shopping online allows you to avoid many of the impulse buys. It also allows you to compare prices. Just be sure to check for online coupons before you “checkout”. You can check for store’s current promotion codes at www. retailmenot.com. 7. Hold off on shopping for trendy items. Trends change. What is trendy today may not be trendy once school starts. Wait until after school starts to purchase trendy items.
2. Take inventory. See what you have left over from last year before heading to the store. Many items can even be reused from last year. 3. Make a list and take it with you. Schools provide a list of school supplies needed.
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Fujiyama
Miyabi Kyoto
Fujiyama
3043 Washington Road, Augusta 706.447.4959
1315 Augusta West Parkway, Augusta 706.210.2600
3043 Washington Road, Augusta 706.447.4959
Fujiyama’s casual atmosphere, diverse menu, and superior service are capable of adapting to any outing, be it a business lunch, family hibachi grill dinner, or romantic night out for two with their “Love Boat for Two” sashimi and roll combo. This is by far the finest quality of service and sushi I have come across and has to be Washington Road’s best kept secret, with generous cuts of fish, fresh ingredients, and private hibachi rooms.
Miyabi Kyoto offers an enjoyable and standard hibachi experience. They have a wonderful atmosphere for a family celebration, to include children and grandparents. Entertainment is included with the meal since it’s prepared with a comedic flair at the table by a trained Japanese chef. All hibachi dishes are cooked and served separately at the table, including soup, salad, rice, grilled veggies and meat cooked to order.
This casual, family-orientated restaurant has a friendly staff that greets you when entering. The servers are polite and knowledgeable about their menu. The hibachi grill section has four different grilling stations with staff to manage each and the chef ’s preparation of the food is very artistic and amusing. Although the plating is not the neatest, the produce all tasted fresh and the portions are generally enough for a couple to share.
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customercarezone The Recycling Program Jeff Haskell, Customer Service Program Coordinator
The Fort Gordon Recycling Program is operated on behalf of the Directorate of Public Works (DPW) by the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR). The primary goal of the Recycling Program is to keep as much out of the landfills as possible. Keeping items out of the landfill has the added benefit of decreasing the cost of garbage removal AND generating revenue from the sale of recyclable goods. Paul Henri, manager of the Recycling Program since 2010, keeps items out of the landfill by using the RRR principle - Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. The team at the Recycling Center has become very innovative in using the RRR principle. “One of the first things we did was to expand our pick-up service from 48 stops to 175 in 72 buildings and other locations all over post. We found people were more apt to place an item in the trash unless we made it easy for them to recycle,” Paul told me. “Once we increased the locations of recycle stations, the next logical step was to increase the items we could recycle. We have gone from recycling paper, aluminum, and cardboard and added lead acid batteries, glass bottles, all types of metals and toner cartridges. The list of things we do accept is longer than the list of what we can’t take.” James Burnett told me how he adjusts his schedule to accommodate the needs of his customers. “There was an instructor in one of the classroom areas whose recycling bins were always overflowing. This made the area look like a mess. A lot of times we couldn’t empty it because it was just too noisy and disruptive to the Soldiers training. The instructor and I got together and worked out a schedule where I could empty the recycling bins before class started each day.” James smiled and added, “I guess in a way my job is like a groundskeeper at Disneyworld. Whether it’s emptying garbage cans or trimming bushes you rarely see them working but you know they are there.” Mark Cliatt, one of the most experienced members of the recycling team, believes working as a cohesive team is one of the best ways to serve customers. I’ve done just about everything here at the Recycling Program. I drive, load, and unload trucks, run the
forklift, operate the bailing machine, and I even volunteer to work at our Special Events. My way of making sure the job gets done is by covering for those who are absent, helping others out when they have an increase in workload, and coming in early or staying late whenever I need to.” Ray Ruiz talked about the importance of treating customers right and providing timely, accurate and helpful information. “I try to educate people about our recycling program and tell them why it is important. A lot of people don’t realize how much money they are literally throwing away by putting things in the trash. Sometimes people throw away things that others can use.” Amen to that – the Recycling crew has brought me butcher block paper and easels on several occasions. These items can cost $100 or more if I purchased them. Paul Henri wanted to let everyone know the recycling center is open for drop offs and shopping. “Jeff, you’ve heard “one man’s junk is another man’s treasure.” This is very true when it comes to recycling. People are welcome to visit our yard from 0730-1030 and from noon to 1600 Monday through Friday, except holidays. You never know what you might find. And of course, if you have something you aren’t sure if it can be recycled or not, please give me a call at 706 831-3409.” Paul had one more thing he wanted people to know about the Recycling Program. “DPW and DFMWR are strictly enforcing USASC&FG Regulation 200-1, the Fort Gordon Qualified Recycling Program. The intent of this regulation is not only to extend the life of our landfill by keeping out recyclable materials, but also to reduce environmental cleanup and produce savings in the form of cost avoidance. This year, for the first time ever, we are on track to be financially selfsufficient and possibly generate some income to continue to improve our services. People are trying to bring recyclable objects to the landfill. I don’t think they realize all the things we are recycling now and how this program is benefiting the Fort Gordon Community.”
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Service Member Stories: MSG Doney
Molly Swift, Editor
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“I consider all tours to be combat tours if you’re issued with live rounds. If you’re issued with live rounds, you have the potential to pull the trigger – but, let’s just say, in some places you pull the trigger more than others.”
MSG Doney has made the transition from Finger Lakes, upstate New York, to Augusta, Georgia with a few detours along the way. Currently the Senior Retention Operations Non-Commissioned Officer at Fort Gordon, Doney started out in a most unlikely career field prior to enlisting with the Army – as a dog groomer and kennel master in California. But, so the story goes, it wasn’t the most stable of careers and when jobs were scarce, young Doney decided to look elsewhere. He found his way to a recruiter. “I remember seeing military uniforms in my Dad’s closet - he was a National Guardsman for a time - but, other than that, we didn’t have a military background. I had always liked helicopters so I went to the recruiter and when he asked me what I was interested in, that’s what I told him - I want to work with helicopters. It just so happened the Army had a huge shortage of helicopter crew chiefs; I took the test and scored high enough. When I came back, they asked “Which do you want to work on?” They took me in the back office and showed me the helicopters they had and I said “That’s the smallest, I’m small, so that’s the one I want to work on. I went back the next day and signed my contract.” MSG Doney now has 27 years of service behind him. “I signed up in February of ’85. My initial MOS was helicopter crew chief.” For the first three years he focused on helicopters and then he reenlisted on a British Air Base in West Germany under the U.S. Army for Fort Drum, New York. Integrity is pivotal to Doney’s career. It is a value he has carried with him throughout his service – from stateside to Germany, to Egypt,
Korea (twice), Somalia, Bosnia and two tours in Afghanistan and for the 22 years he was assigned to Fort Drum. When asked about his combat tours, MSG Doney said, “I consider all tours to be combat tours if you’re issued with live rounds. If you’re issued with live rounds, you have the potential to pull the trigger – but, let’s just say, in some places you pull the trigger more than others.” Being level-headed has benefited Doney in times of deployment, such as in Bosnia and Somalia - both situations called for diplomacy and sensitivity. “Part of 10th Mountain Division’s responsibilities throughout the 90s was to act as the world’s peacekeepers. We were light infantry and easily mobilized, so the Army knew they could pick us up and deploy us within 72 hours to wherever it was that required stability. In Somalia, we came in to contain the situation. We were appalled, because while we were there, it was said the death rate for children was around 10,000 per day and yet one of the big things we did in that mission was give out food through food drops. But the food drops were being taken by gangs - they didn’t care about the people, they were all about self-preservation. So we were literally fighting the very leadership that wanted to take over the country, to keep its own people alive.” As many experiences as Doney has had, it was an early moment in Basic Training at Fort Knox that made it clear to him where he wanted to get to in the Army and what kind of Soldier he wanted to become. “I had an E5 Drill Sergeant and an E7 Drill Sergeant, I was standing in formation and I was watching them interact. I could see the E7’s leadership style and there was a hint of compassion, which I
admired; I remember thinking to myself, if I could hit that rank in 20 years, I’ll be happy. I remember that vividly.” Doney hit that goal in less than 20 years. Junior leadership brought about another pivotal moment during what is now called the Warrior Leaders Course - basic leadership training. Doney told me “I had a very intelligent instructor. She conducted a little exercise with all the Soldiers, telling them to rely on their integrity and then she instructed to take three deep breaths and on the fourth, hold it. So we all did as she said and we were holding it. And then she said nothing. Forty seconds, a minute passed by and all we could think about was taking a breath of air and all she was saying was “Hold it.” But of course, we couldn’t and that was the moment she was waiting for and then she asked “For the last two minutes, what was the only thing you could think of?” We all answered “Breathing.” And she said “Never forget as you are a leader in the military, that Soldiers needs are important and if they are important enough, sometimes they will be the only thing they can think about.” The same instructor imparted on Doney some wise advice that he has come to live his life by – adapt, improvise and overcome. They are of particular importance during deployment, as well as every day situations; he now gives that as advice to Soldiers. “Sometimes, you need to take a step back and assess a situation. Adapt to it, improvise to get the result you need and overcome the problem.” Sounds like sensible advice to me. Thank you to MSGT Doney for his leadership, grasp of integrity and setting the bar high. The dogs’ loss is surely our gain.
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Never Forget: stories of our heroes by Jerry Swain
longer an option. I went back to the recruiter’s office and left with the MOS of 42D – a Dental Laboratory Technician. I was happy and my parents were happy too.
dental body! I won’t say I breezed through the course − it was very challenging, mentally and physically. I returned as a “Dope on a Rope” and it was the first badge I earned. Needless to say, the next time the course was offered several of my battle buddies signed up, only to come back empty handed.
My Drill Sergeant actually lives here in Augusta, he was called the “Bear”; he looked, sounded, and acted like one too. Basic Training took place at Fort Dix, NJ in the middle of December. Who joins the Army in the middle Name: Swain, Jerry Rank: SGT of winter!? Drill Sergeant Austin made me a squad leader - shortly after that, I became the guideon There we were, the two of us, father and barrier which I took much pride in. The day son sitting side by side on the back stoop. came when he approached me and, in that allMy father, with a concerned voice, questions so-intimidating voice, he yelled “Swan!” (He me about my future after high school. After never pronounced my name correctly). “I need all, graduation was fast approaching. Like you to assume the duties as the Platoon Guide”. Ralphie, I excitedly answered “Dad, I want This was the highest honor to have bestowed to join the Army!” Judging by the look on upon a Soldier in Basic Training. Apparently the his face I thought he would say, “No you’ll Commander was impressed with the leadership shoot your eye out” instead he replied, “Son; I displayed on our 20-mile ruck march. I knew you won’t last two years in the military.” My the military was the right choice for me. I met father desired for me to attend college so my friends then that I still talk to today, and that younger brother and sister would follow in my was 31 years ago. footsteps, but the lure of travel and freedom was much too great. Unlike any other time in While in AIT I had an opportunity to take my life, his words inspired me to prove to him the Airborne PT test. I passed with flying that I could last two years in the military. This colors, only to be told that my grade and is just one of many times that I would be told MOS was unauthorized in an Airborne Unit. that I shouldn’t, couldn’t, or wouldn’t be able This would be one of many disappointments I to do something. would experience, but eventually overcome. I was told as a Private how important it was for Just so you know, the only way my mother medical Soldiers to get awarded the Expert Field would allow me to join the military; my job had Medical Badge (EFMB). That would prove to to be civilian related. My dreams of becoming be a disaster for me as well. I had no idea how a helicopter pilot in the High School to Flight to put those triangular filters back into my gas School program crashed and burned in one mask. I was sent home with my head down. night. While eating dinner (yes the entire family still ate dinner at the dinner table) my One day, the First Sergeant put out to the mother asked me a question… “What is the life formation that they were looking for volunteers expectancy of a Cobra Jock during the time of to attend Air Assault School. Well, being a war?” In the middle of shoveling mash potatoes dental Soldier I was told that I wouldn’t make in my face, I looked up at my mother asked her it through the course. I was the only volunteer “What is a Cobra Jock?” Flight school was no from the unit. I was really a grunt stuck in a
One of the most compelling moments in a Soldier’s life is the approaching 10-year mark. That’s when you ask yourself: Can you endure 10 more years, or get out now? It is a choice that impacts the rest of your life. If I could get a dollar for every time while home on leave; running into that guy that said “If I would have stayed in, I would be retiring now.” So this choice was actually a very easy one for me. RE-UP, RE-UP you must be crazy! Yes I was crazy. Speaking of staying in the military, my father would ask me very time when I would come home “How long has it been now?” Four years Dad… Six years Dad… ten years Dad. He would always say, “Has it been that long already?” Yes, I made it pass the two year mark and then some.
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While stationed in Korea I had a second opportunity to go for the EFMB badge. I was a brand new buck Sergeant with a huge chip on my shoulder and no one was going to tell me I couldn’t do it. I passed the written test and it was off to the field for a week of train-up and (hopefully) a week of testing. Night Navigation gave me a scare when I almost ran out of time finding my last point. When I returned to the Engineer station and handed him my sheet, he looked up at me shining his flashlight in my face and asked, “Sarge are you sure these coordinates are correct?” I answered “Of course they are Sergeant.” He said, “Go back to tent and get some rest, because you’re gonna need it for the 12 miler tomorrow.” I had never been as proud in my life as I was when the 2nd Infantry Division Commander pinned my badge on. One day, at the ripe age of 30, my dream of attending the US Army Airborne School presented itself. Guys in the unit were telling me I was nuts for wanting to jump out of a perfectly good airplane, plus you’re too old SSG Swain! Oh, believe me when I tell you a pair of broken legs would not keep me from reporting to Fort Benning. As I was preparing
to make my trip to the school, my Sergeant Major warned me not to embarrass him by failing out of jump school. That only inspired me to be better and show these guys that the old man still had it. Not only did I successfully complete the course, but I made the distinguished honor graduate in the class and was awarded the William T. Ryder award. Another huge disappointment in my life came when I attempted to qualify for the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club. I was so confident that the PT phase would be a breeze for me since I made 300 on my PT tests. At 0400 in the morning I had to listen to my grader during the pushup event say 23, 23, 23, 23, 23. I was getting frustrated because by the time I finally made it to the 30’s my arms turned to jello. I had to hear the Commandant of the NCO Academy read my name as one of the candidates that did not make it. I returned the following quarter to pass the PT test, enduring the testing phase and survived the Board to become Fort Gordon’s first Dental Soldier inducted into the Segeant Audie Murphy Club. Next time you’re in Signal Towers look for my name on the wall. The NCO Creed was probably the most important document I ever read in the military. “No one is more professional than I.” This single document was my moral compass. “I will place the needs of my Soldiers above my own.” The words in the creed shaped me as a person and as a Soldier. I know most Soldiers find it a pain in the butt to memorize it, but if you really listen to words and live the creed you don’t have to memorize it, because it becomes a part of you and guides you through your career as a Soldier, NCO, and a Leader. That is all I will say on this matter because my eyes are starting to well up. When I retired in 2005 after 24 years in the Army, I knew I still wanted to serve Soldiers. Not taking away from firemen or even police officers; Service Members personify sacrifice and dedication. Many before me paved the way for me. While on active duty – especially stationed overseas – MWR was our home away from home. I even remember the skating rink on Nelligan Barracks outside of Stuttgart, Germany and doing Jazzercise with Miss Christine Charles in the Field House. MWR was a perfect fit for my personality, talents, and my desire to serve Service Members − I always said when I retired I wanted to get a job working for MWR. I never forgot over the years, so when the opportunity presented itself, I jumped in with both feet and haven’t looked back yet. I truly feel that my military career made me the man I am today. It wasn’t always roses; yes, there were some thorns along the way. If you ask me if I would do it all again, I will say “YES!” The military provided me with training, put clothes on my back, fed me and gave me free room and board. I’ve been to more countries than most will ever see in two lifetimes! I met many good people along the way who taught me what right looks like, to fight the good fight, to take care of one another. I know many young adults may have apprehensions about serving their country in the Armed Forces, but it’s a journey that no other walk of life can compare to. So the next time someone tells you that can’t do something just look them in the eye, turn around, and just do it! Sergeant Swain out!
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e d i u G l o o h c S o t k Bac Arial Marsh, MWR Staff
Summer will be winding down soon, and though the weather may not have caught on just yet, fall is indeed on its way, rapidly bringing with it the annual joy of the back to school rat race. However, it certainly does not have to be as chaotic as last year. As a 17 year old, I know the pressures that August brings. Every teacher demands their own notebook, (as if it was physically possible to fit seven, three-ring binders in a single back pack!) every friend needs to know your schedule, you have to go get those shoes or that pair of jeans and sign up for that club. And, most importantly, make sure your playlist is in order for those endless bus rides to and from school. Yes, I have battled right along side you, and have faced the same dilemmas anyone can expect to meet during this process of reentering the school system. For that reason, I am able to give you some simple, easy to follow tips to my peers on how to handle the overwhelming deluge of to-do’s.
1. Keep a list If you have more things to do than you can keep track of, don’t expect mom to do it for you. You are getting older, and your classes are going to require good organizational skills to manage the many projects and papers you will be doing. This is the best place to start. Computers with Windows 7 offer the ‘sticky notes’ gadget, allowing you to apply post-it note type text boxes directly to your desktop for easy access and editing, some smart phones and music players give an electrical calendar, but never underestimate the classic day planner to simplify your schedule.
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2. Get everything in order a week beforehand Yes, I know that seems overly cautious, but starting early and getting things in their proper places before the final countdown begins, will allow you to take a few days to relax and get your mind geared up for the next semester. Pack your backpack and set it somewhere safe (out of your little siblings’ reach,) charge your MP3 player and clean out your closet. Yes – clean out your closet, your room and the ‘random junk’ drawer. Getting rid of last years’ left over notes, litter, and various other bits of trash, leaving the storage space clean and ready to be stocked, will give you a sense of accomplishment, and prevent a future mental meltdown when you can’t find that physics paper that is due tomorrow.
3. Take your time This is about you. You are required to be ready physically, emotionally, and mentally to take on another year of school (and the fine print that comes with it.) Don’t wait until the last week of break to start planning, that will just leave you burnt out and frazzled come orientation. If you are a book nerd (or a novel writer, like myself ) take a day to read one of your favorites and simply ‘veg out’ in the Georgia summer sun. Give your mind a rest, play some calming music, (‘Breathe’ by Pearl Jam is one of my favorites,) and enjoy your “last days of freedom.” If you are into art or music, incorporate your passion into your school by sketching some awesome folder covers or graffiti your favorite lyrics all over your book bag. Be creative. Make the supplies and devices your school requires mimic your personality. I can testify that having personal touches around you is a great emotional pickme-up during the endless void of Physics 101. If you are into sports, make sure you check out the programs the school offers and have your paperwork in order prior to the deadline. Check the requirements for physicals and warn your parents!
4. Designate certain times for leisure activities Your well-being is crucial, and your down time is vital, but if the words Facebook, Twitter, Pintrest, Tumblr, Reddit, and even the not-quite-dead MySpace have occupied many of your summer hours, chances are these habits will be hard to break when the school term begins. Since much of the assignments and homework required must be done on a laptop, the temptation is nothing more than a click or so away. To avoid procrastination come crunch time, set aside only an hour each school day for social networking sites. (Your meme addiction will just have to suffer until Saturday.) The grades you get in high school matter, if only to ensure your placement on ______ club/team, and your chances of scholarships, of which the Military has many – it is very easy to tuck away what we need to do when presented with much more enticing offers, like Lawyer Dog’s latest caption. This year is yours. You control your GPA, you control the crowd you associate with, you control how much knowledge you retain and apply, and most importantly, you control the attitude you go into this with. Public school has its trials, but it also presents the opportunity to learn, beyond the textbooks. Use this year to analyze who you are, who you are with, and where you are going verses where you want to go. Take time to gain insight into other people and other cultures, and more so, take time to always search yourself. You will be presented with a great number of tasks and turbulent situations in the coming months and your character will be forever shaped by how you choose to react to them. Start off this year on the right foot by getting every aspect of your needs in order, keeping your head on straight and your sanity in tact. With discipline and a little luck, it’ll stay that way till next May.
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Music
@ The Library
Celebrate the art of music with the library! Each month, we will spotlight and display different music genres. Come listen to some mood-enhancing tunes, check out CDs, books, and more featuring your favorite musicians!
CLASSIC AND CURRENT POP Pop music captures the light and candy-coated heart of summer. Even the most hardened music purists cannot deny the great escape a catchy hook and infectious beat brings. Get your Summer Party started with Classic and Current Pop Music! Stop by the library to check out any of your favorites on CD and set up a Freegal account to easily Download songs (up to 3 per week) to your Smartphone. (FREEgal – that’s right! Sing, sing, sing along with your favorite tunes for FREE through the Army Library program!)
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Molly Swift, Editor
Last year was hot. Sweltering, in fact. And the weather only made the absence of our outdoor pool at the Courtyard all the more unbearable for many – especially those on-post residents who were miserably withstanding the summer without relief. The outdoor pool underwent massive renovations and everyone was without its cooling powers, subjected to the melting heat. Thankfully, in May of this year, the pool opened replete with a huge water slide, Spray Park and shallow, kiddie pool! The state-ofthe-art facility is as visually stunning as it is enjoyable; reminiscent of the spray park Evans used to have many moons ago. A three-tier tanning deck as well as lounge chairs and covered tables allow non-swimmers to lounge pool-side and soak up some rays. A covered
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patio and misting tent also permits nonswimmers to stay cool and to get out of the sun when they need some shade. The Spray Park boasts approximately 20 features – some embedded in the ground and some above ground, to include aquatic animals, a helicopter and a toddler slide. The kiddie pool is located between the larger swimming pool and the Spray Park area − shaped like a kidney, it is only 18 inches deep, but has a sloping “beach front” entrance which makes toddling into the water a piece of cake. The same type of entrance is a part of the larger pool, too, which is also home to a threestory water slide featuring three sharp bends − swimmers slide into a 3.5’ splash zone! Two one-meter diving boards are available to those who wish to perfect their dives, or (if
you’re like me) flop off landing awkwardly in the water. Thankfully, the Aquatics division supply trained and certified lifeguards who are always on hand to ensure the safety of swimmers and non-swimmers alike. Safety is paramount, but the Aquatics Director, Cheryl Vineyard is enthusiastic about her new facility. “It is just amazing to look at – There is plenty of space and plenty of seating for everyone!” To stay at the Courtyard Pool, patrons have to be at least 12 yrs old and have a military ID. 11 and younger require adult supervision. For more information on eligibility for patrons, rules and opening hours, check out the website www.fortgordon.com, or visit us on Facebook!
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COMMUNITY SERVICES • Military Onesource: 1-800-342-9647 or www.militaryonesource.com • Family Outreach Center (791-5220)
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Darling Hall, Bldg. 33720 307 Chamberlain Ave. Suite 224, 155 and 172 www.gordon.army.mil/acs www.facebook.com/fortgordonacs 706-791-3579 Toll Free: 1-877-310-5741 ..............................................................................
Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) 706-791-2820
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Army Family Team Building (AFTB) 706-791-2820
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Army Volunteer Corps (AVC) 706-791-3880 ...............................................................................
Mobilization And Deployment Program 706-791-1958 • Family Readiness Group Training • Unit Service Coordinator
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Outreach 706-791-8358
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Relocation Services 706-791-4181/1922 • Welcome Center: In room 172, Darling Hall • Lending Closet: The Lending Closet is located in Darling Hall, room 172. • Welcome CDs. • Destination Information
Christmas House* 706-791-3880
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Employment Readiness Program (ERP) 706-791-7878
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Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) 706-787-4767/1767
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 706-791-4872
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*Swap And Assist Shop 706-791-3579
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Family Advocacy Program (FAP) 706-791-3648/6632 • Emergency Shelter • Emergency Transportation • Emergency Respite Care • New Parent Support • Victim Advocacy / Domestic Violence Program EAMC Department of Social Work Service (SWS): 706-787-3656 or 5811. Domestic Violence Hotline: 706-791-STOP (7867). ..............................................................................
Financial Readiness 706-791-1918/8586
Soldier And Family Assistance Center (SFAC) 706-791-8777
Hours of operation are Thursdays 1000-1400 hours only. *Denotes special Fort Gordon programs pioneered at Fort Gordon. Military Spouse Employment Partnership Looking for work? Contact the Employment Readiness Program Office, Darling Hall, Room 155 at (706) 791-7878/0795. • Job Search Strategies • Resume Critique and Development • Interviewing Skills and Preparations • Job Fair Information • Local Business Contacts • Resources and Reference Materials <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
• Consumer Information • Personal Financial Management/ Consumer Advocacy • Army Emergency Relief (AER) • ACS Emergency Food Program
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Information And Referral Services 706-791-0792 The Information Desk operates Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Child Development Center Bldg. 44401, 44th St. 706-791-2701/6761
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Child Development Center East Bldg. 290, 225 East Hospital Rd. 706-791-8707/8507
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Child Development Center West (opening soon) Bldg. 18407, 537 19th St.
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CYSS GA Pre-K & Pre-K/Kindergarten Afterschool Programs Bldg. 45400, 46th St. 706-791-1306/4790
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CYSS Sports Bldg. 45410, 46th St. 706-791-5104 CYSS Family Child Care: Hawaiian Luau!* Fri., July 27 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Bldg. 28320, Lane Ave. FCC providers, FCC enrolled children and their families are invited to attend. For more information this FCC event and opportunities in the FCC program call Angela Davis at (706) 791-4440/3993. CYSS Youth Program: Celebrate our Independence!* June 6, 6-10 p.m. Gordon’s Conference and Catering Youth members in grades 6-12 will celebrate Independence Day with a dance, door prizes, fun games, and food. Wear red, white, and blue for a chance to win a door prize. For information on the Youth Program contact Darrell Butler at (706) 791-7575/4446. Pre-K/Kinder Summer Fun, 2012* July 2-6 “Red White And Blue” July 9-13 “Wacky Water” July 16-20 “Transportation” July 23-27 “Sports” July 30-August 3 “Parent Appreciation” Mon. - Fri., 5:15 a.m.-6 p.m. To be eligible for Pre-K Summer Camp, children must be entering Kindergarten or First Grade in the fall of 2012. For program information call (706) 791-1306.
COMMUNITY SERVICES cont. Fieldtrips and lots of fun filled daily activities are planned. USDA approved meals provided. Sample fieldtrips planned for July are as follows: Putt Putt Golf, Brookfield Park, Georgia Southern Planetarium, Augusta Regional Airport, Skate land, Monkey Joes, Bowling, Baskin Robbins, The Movies and Onsite Fire Dept Hydrant Water Play. Please note all fieldtrips are included in your fees and are subject to change Pre-School Summer Fun, 2012* Ages 3-5 July 2-13 “Bugs, Bugs, and Bugs! The Science” July 16-July 27 “Dinosaur Explorations” July 30-10 August “Circus/Back to School Blast” Mon.-Fri., 5:15 a.m.-6 p.m.
CYSS School Liaison Services 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Bldg. 28320 Lane Ave. Are you moving to or from Fort Gordon? We can help! For questions about your children’s educational transitions, please contact Heather Howse, CYSS School Liaison Services at (706) 791-7270. *Must Be Registered with CYSS. Call 706-791-4722 to register for FREE. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Children must be enrolled in the Full-day program to be eligible for Summer Fun. For program information call (706) 791-1306. Fieldtrips and lots of fun filled daily activities are planned. USDA approved meals provided.
Bldg. 997, 10th St. and Chamberlain Ave. 706-791-7881
Sample fieldtrips planned for July are as follows: Brookfield Park, Georgia Southern Planetarium, Gordon’s Conference and Catering, Evans Library, Monkey Joes, The Movies, Baskin Robbins and Onsite Fire Dept Hydrant Water Play.
The hang-ups: keep a towel handy to wipe up spills. Scissors are useful for cutting twine or breaking down boxes. Post a recycling guide for quick reference. And don’t forget a hook for your reusable grocery bag. Divide and conquer: Store items that may contain liquid in solid bins to prevent sticky messes. (A quick rinse of the container will also help prevent pests like ants and roaches) Sort plastic and cardboard by type. Creative reuse: An old picnic basket holds used packing peanuts and bubble wrap. Save plastic and paper shopping bags for reuse.
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Parent Central Services Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Extended to 7 p.m. on Wed.) Bldg. 28320, Lane Ave.
Bldg. 29300, 30th St. 706-791-2390
Parent Central Services offers free registration to all eligible patrons. Families of Deployed Service Members are also eligible to receive free childcare hours and various discounts. Please call Parent Central Services for more information: (706)791-4722.
Also, Outreach Services is honored to help support our Military Families by providing childcare for events and special activities. Please call (706) 791-1305 for more information.
Practical placement: collect used household batteries to take to local drop-offs (find drop off points by visiting www.call2recycle.org). Reuse shredded papers as packing material. Gather old phone books and magazines in a wire bin.
Source: Country Home magazine
Please note all fieldtrips are included in your fees and are subject to change.
Outreach Services* Child, Youth, & School Services offer several programs through Outreach Services. Please take advantage of our Parent’s Day Out and Parent’s Night Out on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. Kids on Site is offered at the Gordon Fitness Center. With this program you can enroll your child in a safe, fun, nurturing environment while you exercise, attend a class, tan, or get a massage!
used cans and bottles. Wrap newspaper with twine and simply stack them. Plastic lids and caps are generally made of a different material than their containers and need to be sorted separately.
For information on prices and services, visit www.FortGordon.com Hours of Operation: The Green Corner Recycling is easy when you know what you’re doing. You can get the whole family involved, reuse things you already have, and reduce your carbon footprint. Turn a basic pine hutch into an orderly recycling center, the best part is it corrals everything and, after adding items, you can close the door. Organization is the key to recycling daily. Before planning your cabinet, check with your local recycling center to learn what materials are accepted; (the cell phone for the Fort Gordon recycling manager is listed in the FYI directory) plan your space accordingly. Sort and store: Save drink holders to corral
Full Service Drop-Off: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Sat., Sun., and Holidays Self Help: Wed. - Fri. 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Clean-Up Starts One Hour Prior to Closing. There are no signing - in of vehicles during the last hour of business. A Shop Safety Card is required for all self help customers. To obtain a safety card you must attend the Safety Orientation Class which is available during regular shop hours. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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CONFERENCE AND CATERING SERVICES deliciously memorable.
Schnitzel with steamed cabbage and home fries
All you can eat buffet with salad and dessert bar with 50+ items, and a variety of meal selections each day. Hot and cold sandwich line open every day. Get your discount card for lunch specials from the cashier!
Friday: Hand-breaded fish
Monday: Chef Special
NOTE: To-go orders welcome during lunch time. Prices for to-go orders will vary.
Tuesday: Roast Turkey and Meatloaf Wednesday: Taco Salad - $6.00 for beef and $6.50 for chicken Bldg. 18402, 19th St. 706-791-6780/2205 | 706-793-7636 After Duty Hours: 706-339-0827 Catering Available seven days a week Booking hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: No appt. needed Mon.-Fri. after 5 p.m.: By appt. only Sat. and Sun.: By appt. only Bldg. 18402, 19th St., Fort Gordon (706) 791-6780 FAX: 706 793-7414 Caterers: Janice Ivey and Jeff Starcher Our professional staff has catered hundreds of wedding events over the years. We also offer full service catering for any type of special event. Creative and flexible is the cornerstone of our success. Provide us with your needs and budgets and we can make this a memorable event for you and your guests. Outdoor wedding receptions/family reunions/picnics: Our experienced staff can provide professional service and great quality food and beverages to any location in the area. Banquet and Wedding Menu Options Choose from our selection to create the perfect banquet or wedding meal. • 1 Entrée Meal Option $16-$22 per guest • 2 Entrées Meal Option $22-$31 per guest We also offer: specialty stations; buffet food service; buffet food service; plated service; delivery service; equipment and a number of facilities. Conferences and Meetings Gordon’s Conference and Catering is your premier conference and meeting location. All prices are tailored to your event; from coffee service to full-service catering. Break-out rooms are available. Lunch: Dine in or Carry out! Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Creating fresh, inventive food items with the finest seasonal ingredients is our passion. We welcome you to our restaurant and hope your meal is
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Thursday: Everybody’s favorite - German
Try our grilled wrapped sandwiches; served on choice of deli white bread, whole wheat bread or Kaiser bun with lettuce, tomato and onion, served with your choice of chips or French fries.
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Lake Thurmond 6703 Washington Rd., Appling, GA 30802 706-541-1057 Looking for a unique venue for your wedding ceremony and reception? Pointes West Army Resort has just what you have been looking for!
Leitner Lake -Conference Center-
Located about 1.5 miles down Gibbson Rd. from Range Rd. (Full map and directions on www.fortgordon.com) Catering & Conference Center Bookings: Janice Ivey janice.t.ivey.naf@mail.mil 706-791-6780/2205 Conference Center Sales: Jeffrey Starcher jeffrey.j.starcher.naf@mail.mil 706-840-8399 Located on the serene Leitner Lake and minutes from the heart of Fort Gordon, this breathtaking new facility offers multi-functional accommodations with seating for 100 guests. The spacious deck overlooks the water, an ideal setting for pre-function receptions. Adjustable lighting and a comfortable seating area ensures
perfect ambience for every event. Tables and chairs are included with your room rental, and a nearly limitless array of room layouts can be arranged to suit your event’s every need. Leitner Lake Conference Center offers a caterer for your special events located on Fort Gordon. Gordon’s Conference & Catering Center’s most popular items are available at a reasonable cost. If you prefer to customize a menu, the catering staff will be happy to work with you. Guests at Leitner Lake Conference Center may select independent caterers for their events at an additional fee. We look forward to making your special event a memorable occasion. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you!
Our rustic lakefront conference center is the perfect place for an outdoor ceremony on the lawn surrounded by a breathtaking backdrop view of the lake. For the reception, move indoors for a charming and elegant atmosphere. Let Pointes West be a part of your special day and make your wedding unforgettable! To schedule an appointment to view our conference center, contact Jenna Parker at 706-541-1057. To book your reservations, contact Janice Ivey at 706-791-6780/2205. Pointes West Army Resort is available to authorized users only. Please see our website for more details: www.fortgordon.com A security deposit is required at the time of your reservation. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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FORT GORDON & MWR DINING Sandwiches, grill & snacks Bldg. 537, Range Rd. Weekday Hours: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Weekend Hours: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 706-791-2433 (ext. 4) Ribs, Southern Style Cooking & Seafood In Signal Towers Bldg. 29808, 506 Chamberlain Ave. Mon: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Tue.-Fri.: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat.-Sun.: 12 noon-7 p.m. Delivery: 706-910-1500/267-4700 Phone: 706-910-1500 Pick-up, Delivery or Dine-In Pizza In Alternate Escapes Recreation Center Bldg. 25722, B St. Sun.-Thu.: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-12 midnight Phone: 706-863-6211
Lunch buffet, sandwiches, hot dishes & more Bldg. 18402, 19th St. Mon.-Fri.: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Phone: 706-791-6780
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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 267 Avenue of the States 24 Hours, 7 Days a Week Phone: 706-798-3722
Grill, snacks, smoothies & coffee In Alternate Escapes Recreation Center Bldg. 25722, B St. Mon.-Thu.: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat.: 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 706-791-0785
Specializing in coffee & smoothies In Signal Towers Bldg. 29808, 506 Chamberlain Ave. Mon.-Fri.: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
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JAVA EXPRESS
CafĂŠ
Snacks, coffee & smoothies Bldg. MWR-023, Chamberlain Ave. Mon.-Thu.: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.: 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat.: 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Phone: 706-787-3803 Grill, burgers & more In Gordon Lanes Bowling Center Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave. Sun.-Thu.: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.: 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Sat.: 9 a.m.-1 a.m. Phone: 706-771-6907 Chinese food At the Bus Station Bldg. 36000, 3rd Ave. Sun.-Thu.: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 706-792-9774
Breakfast & lunch - daily specials In Darling Hall Bldg. 33720, Chamberlain Ave. Mon.-Fri.: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 706-790-5505 Mexican food In The Courtyard Bldg. 36708, Brainard Ave. Mon.-Fri.: 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sat.: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Delivery Available (Mon.-Sat.: 5-9 p.m.) Phone: 706-910-1044
For more information on MWR dining facilities, pick up our monthly Dining Guide! Available at most MWR facilities
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Movies – Everyday, all day long. Choose from over 150 movies, including new releases! Wednesdays – ladies choice, chickflick and action movies.
Bldg. 36200, 36th St. 706-771-0089 Disney Military Salute Promotion Promotion has been extended to September 2012! Call Aladdin Travel for details. Hours of Operation: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed on all major and government holidays.
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Courtyard Outdoor Pool: Ring Hall, Bldg. 36710, Brainard Ave. 706-793-3550 Indoor Pool: Bldg. 21608, Brainard Ave. 706-791-3034 Bldg. 25722, B St. 706-791-0785 DJ – Every Friday night 7-10 p.m. Jukebox with all the new releases! Guitar Hero – Two guitars, microphone, three song disks. Play every day! X-box 360 – Many games to choose from, four controllers available, sign-up required. 10 Large screen TVs with satellite!
Spray Park and Pool at the Courtyard! Aquatics has undergone renovations – in fact; you may see some of the changes as you walk into the dining facilities at the Courtyard Recreation Center! One of the most significant changes is the new spray park! We finally have a facility for everyone and one that is worthy of the amazing families we have here at Fort Gordon! The new park has many features for children of all ages. Not only is there a toddler slide, but kids will love the helicopter (it spills out water from the top!), a spray tree,
tipping buckets, spray animals and more! The pool itself has undergone a bigger transformation. With a beach-front entry, it also has two one-meter diving boards and a colossal slide! For those with very little ones, we have a kid’s pool and it also has a beach front entrance. Sunbathing parents will enjoy a terraced section placed near enough to the water to watch their children. For non-sun bathers, two shaded structures and misters help you to cool off. And – as always – we will continue to have an air conditioned operations building with cable TV. Indoor Pool Hour-long swim lessons will be available throughout the summer, Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The American Red Cross has created swim lessons for babies as young as six months. And – for the first time – this summer, we have expanded swim lessons to include adults during lunch time. For information or availability, please call the Indoor Pool at 706-791-3034 or e-mail us at Indoorpoolgordon@gmail.com. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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SPORTS, RECREATION & LEISURE cont. “…a whimsical approach to the joys and perils of romance. Magical happenings bloom beneath the snowdrifts.” -NY Times “A charmer…Unexpected magic lingers in the air like someone’s breath on a cold winter’s night. John Cariani aims for the heart by way of the funny bone.” -Star-Ledger
BOSS Headquarters Bldg. 19730, Barnes Ave. 706-791-3025
“Utterly endearing…It’s hard not to warm up to ALMOST, MAINE. A crowd-pleaser.” -Broadway.com
Annual Combative Tournament July 14 Register NLT July 10
“Sweet, poignant and witty.” -NY Daily News “A snowy charmer…These nine tales of love in the time of frostbite have a winning glow that proves surprisingly contagious.” -NY Sun
Annual Skydiving Trip July 21 (open to all) $160/person Register w/50% deposit by July 1
Witness for the Prosecution, by Agatha Christie Show dates: Sept. 14, 15, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29
Single Service Member Day TBD End of Summer Tournament August 18
Luau/Flag
Football
Iron Unit Competition September 4-5 Six Flags Trip & Night in Atlanta September 15-16 For more information, contact: ft.gordonbosspresident@yahoo.com 706-791-4040 Or visit: www.fortgordon.com/boss
Only Agatha Christie could have conceived such a suspenseful thriller and then capped it with an uncanny triple flip ending. A young married man spends many evenings with a rich old woman. When she is found murdered, the naive young man is the chief suspect. The audience will be on the edge of their seats as Dame Agatha takes them on a journey through what has been called her “best mystery” ever.
getoutdoorsgordon@fortgordon.com 706-791-2556 July 7 Explore the Outdoors-US National Whitewater Center 13-14 Whitewater Rafting on the Cattooga River 21 Skydiving Rent kayaks, canoes and bikes through Tactical Advantage Sportsman’s Complex at Range 14. (706) 791-5078. For more information on these trips, or any other Get Outdoors Gordon activity, call (706) 791-2556, or email getoutdoorsgordon@ fortgordon.com. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
“A walloping success.” -Herald Tribune “Packs plenty of surprise in its cargo of suspense.” -Daily Mirror For more shows and upcomming auditions, please visit www.fortgordon.com/theatre.php <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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Upcoming Shows:
Recreational Shooting at Range 14 Sat., July 14, 21 & 28: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed. and Thu.: 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. $9 per person, $4 FGSC members and $2 for persons under the age of 16.
Almost, Maine, by John Cariani Show dates: July 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28 On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the emote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend – almost – in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.
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Bass Tournament Butler Reservoir July 8 & 22 Daylight-Noon Open to all ID cardholders and members of the public with a FG fishing license guest permit (available at registration). $20 per person, $10 FGSC members with a $5 Big Fish Pot, $100 awarded to first place; $50 to second place. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Massage Therapy at Gordon Fitness Center and Gym 6 • Therapeutic Back Massage • Relaxation Massage • Wednesday Special • Spa Treatments Call for prices and times Hours of Operation: Mon.-Fri.: 5 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat.: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. & Holidays: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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Bldg. 537, Range Rd. www.gordonlakesgolf.com 706-791-2433 You can now make tee times online For tee times, email: • william.fumai.naf@mail.mil • dallas.m.cooke.naf@mail.mil • amanda.l.perry22.naf@mail.mil Tee times are taken four days in advance. Golf Tournaments The time to set up your 2012 summer and fall golf tournaments is now! Tournaments average 90 per year and Fridays and Saturdays go fast! Please contact Bill Fumai at (706) 791-2433 to set your event up today! Golf Memberships Join one of the best golf courses in the CSRA and the #1 Army golf course, as voted by the PGA of America. Now is the perfect time to become a member of Gordon Lakes Golf Club – great membership pricing is taking place now! Receive discounts on range balls, green fees, cart rides and merchandise! Also enjoy special
offers on cart fees, tournament entry fees and making tee times. Take advantage of the latest technology with our new Visage GPS system: exact yardage to the pin; hole-by-hole playing tips and food and beverages orders.
July Firecracker Pro Shop Sale 10% off all red, white or blue pro shop merchandise. Come pick out your patriotic colors and save big! Sale is July 1-5. Hope to see you there!
Hook a Soldier on Golf Gordon Lakes Golf Club is now in full swing with its Hook a Soldier on Golf program. Enjoy a free golf clinic every Saturday morning and receive a one-hour golf lesson on the driving range at Gordon Lakes, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. PGA instructor, Dallas Cooke, and Gordon Lakes staff members welcome all Active Duty Service Members, Retirees and their families for these complimentary golf lessons. Range balls and golf clubs are provided – just show up!
Annual Ping/Regions Cup Invitational August 25 and 26
Hook a Spouse on Golf Join us once a month for a free two-hour golf lesson on the driving range. Our PGA instructor, Dallas Cooke, and the Gordon Lakes staff will be on hand to help out any Military Spouses who are interested in the game of golf. Range balls and clubs are provided - just show up! Check with the Pro Shop for dates and times. Golf Lessons Take golf lessons from our PGA instructor, Dallas Cooke – Dallas has over ten years of instructional experience. Individual Lesson:................................... $40 3-Series Lesson Package:........................ $100 5-Series Lesson Package:........................ $150 All lessons are 45 minutes. To sign up, call Dallas at 706-831-4654
$115 per player − includes two rounds of golf with carts, range balls, practice rounds, food, tee gifts and prizes. Come try your skills against the best players in the CSRA! Call the Pro Shop to register or for more information. Gordon Lakes Senior Dogfight Tuesdays and Thursdays Must be 55 or older to be a member - valid handicap required. For more information, please visit the website: http://bellsouthpwp.net/l/a/larryoham12/ SeniorDogFight.htm Bogey’s Grill Hours Mon.-Fri.: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sat. and Sun.: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Hours of Operation: Mon.-Sun.: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.* Tee times: 706-791-2433 (ext. 2) *Weather permitting <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave. 706-791-3446 This Month at Gordon Lanes! • Dollar Days Every Monday in July! 1-11 p.m. $1 per game, $1 shoe rental, $1 hotdogs, $1 sodas and $1 French fries. • Xtreme Cosmic Bowling Friday and Saturday 10 p.m.-1 a.m. • Firecracker Special July 4, Xtreme Cosmic bowling. 2-10 p.m. $2 per game and $2 shoe rental. • Bowlopolis Birthday Parties You bring the kids and cake, we do the rest! Call for more information. • Wild Wednesdays 5-11 p.m. $1.50 per game and $1.50 shoe rental. Plan your next bowling party at Gordon Lanes • Birthday Parties • Church Groups • Military Functions • Family Reunions If it’s NOT listed above, we probably can do that TOO. Groups from 10-150 Full line Snack Bar • Bar • Pro Shop Arcade Games • 24-number bingo! Kegler’s Bar Kegler’s has 18 TVs • Great atmosphere friendly staff • your favorite beverages If you haven’t been in Kegler’s Bar in a while, it’s time to come in with friends and unwind. Kegler’s Café Great food at a fair price! We have the best burgers on post! Hours of Operation: Mon.-Thu., 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.-1 a.m. Sun., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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Bldg. 509, N. Range Rd. 706-791-4864 Hilltop Riding Stables will be closed July 1-7. We will reopen for business July 8 at 9 a.m. for regular programming.
Family Fun Day July 21 Ages seven and up. Child pays full price and parent pays half price. Good for 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. trail rides. Boarding $275 per month – spaces available Trail Day Use Sun.-Sat., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. For privately owned horses. $10 per day, per horse, with Coggins. Open riding Reservations are not required at the weekend. First come, first served. See our website for riding times. Weekday riding is available with 24-hour reservations. All riders need to arrive 40 minutes before ride time. Youth Horse Camps Make your reservations now for summer! Reservations must be made no later than two week before camp start dates. Hilltop Riding Stable’s 2012 event calendars are out. Come by to pick one up. • 100% ID check with all equine activities • Closed shoes are required for all equine activities • This facility will close with the heat index at 101˚F, or at times of thunder and lightning. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
At Lake Thurmond P.O. Box 67, Appling, GA 30802 706-541-1057 Vacation in Paradise Summer has arrived! Are you ready for a relaxing vacation with your friends or family? Paradise is closer than you think. Escape to Pointes West Army Resort and take pleasure in nature’s treasures! Whether you are the active traveler or more of the leisure vacationer, Pointes West is the resort you’ve been looking for! For the adventurer, explore the spectacular scenery around Clarks Hill Lake by land, boat or air! Pointes West offers canoes, kayaks, jon boats, pedal boats, biking, hiking, and parasailing! Or, enjoy a game of volleyball or horseshoes at our spacious beach area. For those vacationers who are looking for relaxation, enjoy lounging on our white sandy beach with a cold beverage as the sun and breeze calm you into a state of peaceful tranquility. Enjoy your stay in one of our rustic, two story, two bedroom, waterfront cottages, or one of our unique waterfront motel suites! Lodge in one of our spacious two and three bedroom cabins overlooking breathtaking views of Clarks Hill Lake! Pointes West also offers waterfront RV rentals, full hook up, semi hook up and primitive campsites. Your summer paradise awaits! Make your reservations at our resort today! Call (706) 541-1057. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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Bldg. 33500, Rice Rd. 706-791-7323 FREE REFERENCE/RESEARCH CLASSES To sign up, call 706-791-2449 or email David White at david.l.white42.naf@mail.mil •
Woodworth Library Catalog (GLIS) July 2, 26 & 31 Find Books, DVDs, Music CDs and more.
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Academic One-File July 5, 16 & 30 Peer-reviewed, full-text articles from the world’s leading journals and reference sources.
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History Reference Center July 11, 18 & 25 Discover the many features in this database of American and World History.
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E-Book Readers Demo July 3, 10, 17 & 24 Learn how to download FREE E-books from AKO for your Nook or Kindle.
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Small Engine Repair Center July 9 & 19 Thousands of step-by-step maintenance and repair instructions for hundreds of small engines and machines.
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Heritagequest Online July 12 & 23 Unique material for both genealogical and historical researchers with coverage dating back to the late 1700s.
Book Around Town* July 25, 6 p.m. Let’s go restaurant hopping and read a book while we do it! Contact the Woodworth Consolidated Library to reserve your spot and find out the meeting location! The book selection for July is The Road by Cormac McCarthy. Between the Lines: Families with Deployed Soldiers; Record a Classic Children’s Story and Receive a Free Book! Between the Lines is a FREE program that allows Fort Gordon Families with deployed Soldiers to record children or parent(s) reading favorite children’s books. The recorded DVD and selected book will be given to participating families as a gift to share the joy of learning, stay in-touch during long deployments, and record precious memories. To sign up, call (706) 791-2449, visit the Reference Desk, or email susanna.r.joyner. naf@mail.mil. On-going via appointment on selected Saturdays from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. while supplies last! Music in the Library Enjoy music in the library and learn more about different genres and points of interest in history. Check out books, CDs, or downloads for all your favorites! This month the library will feature Classic and Current Pop Music.
Enjoy Free AudioBookCloud through the Library! *Just Click, and Listen!* AudioBookCloud is the newest addition to the many electronic resources available to you through your library! AudioBookCloud offers you instant access to thousands of cloud audio books – no sign outs, no CDs, no return date and no software to download. For use on all your mobile and other electronic devices. Available for free through Woodworth Consolidated Library in three easy steps: 1. Come by and register with your DOD ID or CAC card at the Library 2. Set up “My Account” and browse the research tab at: http://mylibraryus.fmwr. net/search~S25 3. Select AudioBookCloud, Click and Listen! Find event flyers, online catalog, how-to guides, and more at the Library’s website: gordon.army.mil/library * To sign up or for more information, call (706) 791-2449 or email Jessica Thompson at jessica.e.thompson.naf@mail.mil <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Class times: 12-12:30 p.m. and 4-4.30 p.m. Summer Reading Program 2012* For Adults, Teens and Children! Through until July 26 Reading is Sooooo Delicious! Celebrate summer reading with the Library! We have special programs planned all summer with WONDERFUL prizes for adults, teens, and children when you reach your summer reading goal! Log your reading hours at: http:// usarmy.evanced.info/woodworth/sr/homepage.asp.
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OTHER SERVICES Family and MWR ADMINISTRATION:
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Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) Rm. 382, Bldg. 33720 Chamberlain Ave. 706-791-4140
Army Volunteer Corps Rm. 169, Bldg. 33720 Chamberlain Ave. 706-791-3880
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FYI Advertising Sales Rm. 337, Bldg. 33720 Chamberlain Ave. 706-791-3912 ...............................................................................
FYI Creative Director 706-791-3218 ...............................................................................
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For a complete list of DFMWR key personnel, visit www.fortgordon.com/staff.php
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Commissary Bldg. 37200, 3rd Ave. By-Pass 706-791-3718
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Fort Gordon Bus Company Bldg. 36200, 36th St. 706-793-0026 ...............................................................................
Texting
Fort Gordon Housing Office 706-791-5116/7067/9658
Information about upcoming events are available through our free and easy texting service.
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Fort Gordon Federal Credit Union Bldg. 36305, Avenue of the States 706-793-0012
Text “MWR” to 70720 to subscribe!
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Carlson Wagonlit Travel – Official Travel Rm. 117, Bldg. 33720 Chamberlain Ave. 706-798-0990
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Courtyard Outdoor Pool Ring Hall, Bldg. 36710 Brainard Ave. 706-791-3550 ...............................................................................
Gym #3 Bldg. 25510, Brainard Ave. 706-791-2864
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Gym #5 Bldg. 25713, 27th St. 706-791-7370
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Christmas In July Lynn Harshman
Calling all elves and secret Santas! Fort Gordon’s Christmas House prog ra m ha s beg u n it s a n nu a l search for community sponsors and volunteers. Christmas in July? Are you kidding?! The answer is no, not at all. It takes a great deal of coordination and community involvement to ensure all of our military families are able to celebrate the winter holidays in spite of deployments and expenses incurred from frequent moves and lengthy separations. The holiday sharing program was created by a group of hospital nurses during the Vietnam conflict in 1966. They knew that families were facing another lonely Christmas and, for some, there would be no presents for the children to open – the original goal was to place a teddy bear in the arms of each military child whose father was serving in Vietnam. The nurses sponsored a teddy bear drive, delivering the furry companions just days before Christmas. Wit h a lot of help f rom t he community, the scope of the program has expanded over the last 46 years. Program recipients now receive toys and a gift certificate to purchase all of the trimmings for a holiday meal. There are many ways for groups or individuals to support the program. Monetary donations are accepted year-round. The value of the toys purchased and the amount of the food gift certificates depend entirely on the monetary donations made to the program. While most of the money comes from fund raising activities suppor ted by Ser vice Members 40 | FYI JULY 2012
and civilians on the installation, local merchants, organizations, and individuals have contributed as well. Fund raising activities have included book sales, bake sales, car washes, pie tosses, selling refreshments during post events, golf tournaments and dunk tanks. Still others have donated to the program in lieu of giving flowers during retirement and change of command ceremonies. Applications are available to be picked up from early October. While the deadline for applications isn’t until mid-November, families are encouraged to submit their paperwork as early as possible, since volunteers can’t begin to purchase toys until they know how may 3-year old girls and 8-year old boys they will be shopping for! Thanks to the generosity of the community, last year over 300 families (and well over 800 children) received assistance. Parents were able to select three new toys per child. Still others support the program by volunteering on one of eight Christmas House committees. Each committee is chaired by a volunteer and is responsible for one aspect of the program. Some of the committee’s responsibilities include decorating the facility, shopping for toys, keeping an inventory of all donated items, planning for the distribution of the toys and gift certificates, and reviewing the applications. If you’d like to help, but don’t know how, please contact Army Community Service at (706) 791-3579, or email lynn.c.harshman.civ@mail.mil. Jingle Bells, jingle bells...
2012 Fort Gordon Christmas House MISSION: To ensure a traditional holiday celebration for those military families unable to provide their own. Our goal is to raise sufficient funds to provide toys (and hopefully, a meal) to at least 300 families this year.
HISTORY: The Christmas House program started in 1966. A group of nurses from DDEAMC developed a program to assist military families who were unable to travel home for the holidays and were financially unprepared to purchase toys and holiday menu items.
APPLICATION: To apply, the military family must exhibit a financial need. Active duty, retirees, Reserve, National Guard and unaccompanied family members are eligible. Applications are available through the military unit or on the Army Community Service website, www.gordon.army.mil/acs. Applications will be available beginning October 1. The deadline for submission is November 15.
NOTIFICATION: Families will be notified by their military unit beginning December 1.
ASSISTANCE: Each family may be eligible for a grocery gift certificate, toys, or both for their children. The amount to be distributed depends upon the donations received by the program.
DONATIONS: Money and new toys are welcomed. To arrange delivery of toys and/or cash, coordinate with the Christmas House staff. More Info: 791-3880/3579 | lynn.c.harshman.civ@mail.mil
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Congratulations to
2011 Federal Library/ Information Center of the Year Woodworth has been recognized for motivating and inspiring its patrons by delivering real-world information services and meeting the educational and training needs of soldiers and their families. In fiscal year 2011, Woodworth Consolidated Library increased overall program participation by more than 18 percent and offered more than 150 unique and inspiring programs for 12,000 children and families. Through community partnerships with local community service organizations, the library created and hosted special programs supporting deployed families, youth work-study and literacy. The library also fostered proficiency with both e-ink and tablet technology, making more than 12,000 titles available and expanding use of e-resources by 40 percent. Library staff tripled use of materials and technology resources by regaining more than 2,000 feet of usable space through repurposing library furnishings, re-working traffic flows and completing five renovation projects. Fort Gordon and the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation would like to extend its warmest congratulations to Ms. Susanna Joyner, manager, and her team for this significant accomplishment!
Chelsey Sosa and the Youth Army Teen Panel Chelsey Sosa â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 15 years old and an upcoming
our Major Commands and three are At-Large members. As
sophomore â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is an active member of the Fort Gordon Child
the Army Teen Panel, their goal is to increase and improve
and Youth School Services Program and has been selected
communication between Army Teens and Army leadership.
to represent our garrison as a member of the Youth Army
As members, they take communications with teens to
Teen Panel.
another level.
She is such a positive influence on her peers, community,
The Army Teen Panel conducts briefings with the Army
and has been a model youth in our program. She was
leadership on issues that are important to Army Teens and
selected as the 2012 Boys and Girls Club Youth of the
shows the Army leadership teens really care. They are the
Year Program and has continued to thrive in school and
vehicle for teens to express their feelings on how things
all that she does.
really are at the installation level.
The Army Teen Panel is a group of 11 teens who are
This is an outstanding accomplishment for Chelsey and
nominated by Installation and Major Army Command Youth
she will represent Fort Gordon Child and Youth School
Services to represent teens Army-wide. They represent
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Jacques Cousteau once said “The Sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” We are drawn to the shoreline; some of us to such an extent we make our lives there. A benefit of living in the CSRA is certainly its proximity to coastal town and resorts; frequently, friends and family visit Edisto and Myrtle Beach, Tybee Island and Amelia Island, Florida for quick getaways and week-long vacations. Inevitably, for many, the appeal of beach living extends into the everyday – what does that entail? Contributors, Aubrey and Arial, venture to the seaside and give us a peek into the ways of beach living.
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Summer Living:
Tips for the sand crab in all of us Arial Marsh, MWR Staff
A simple glance at the text above leaves one with images of honeymoons and vacations long past, and might even conjure up flash backs of your senior year’s trip to Cancun. I wrote that little poem to express my love of the beach, specifically of Destin, Florida, where I grew up. I spent many weekends on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and some of my fondest memories are there. However, as any beach lover knows, it is not as simple as grabbing your towel and hitting the sand. There are a few rules that have to be followed, and some supplies needed if you want to fully enjoy all the beach – or lake, in some cases – has to offer. First off: sunblock, sunblock, sunblock. You may squirm at the memory of your mother covering your face in icky white cream, but that cream might have saved you from a deadly, or at the very least, unpleasant, brush with skin cancer. Nowadays there are much easier ways to apply the life- and complexionsaving protection, such as ‘continuous sprays,’ lotions, and ‘balm sticks’ for the sensitive and easily burned skin under your eyes. Even some swimwear now comes with an SPF guard built in. No matter where you are, be it a lake, a beach, or hiking the mountains, you must use some form of sunblock. There are countless varieties of sunblock designed for every individual and situation, from waterproof, sweat proof, and sensitive skin, to those that
contain a slight tint to give you the “I’m not a pasty tourist, I live here” glow. Secondly: plan, pack, and pre-apply. If you will be heading to a beach, be it Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head Island, or the Florida Panhandle, you must make sure you have lots of fresh water available, plenty of sunblock to pre-apply before heading out, and reapply as the day goes on, and food − lots of it. Snacks should always be in sealed containers, because no matter how desperate you may get, a sandwich made of actual sand will never be a joyous dining experience. Having an ice chest with wide, large wheels to keep it all in insures your drinks stay nice and cold and makes for easy transport from the van to the sand. Hydrate. As tempting as the soda may be, you are much better having water, since the salt and sun have been known to increase dehydration levels dramatically and the caffeine in many carbonated drinks will only intensify that effect. It is better to have too much water than too little, so getting that 24-pack is a good idea. If it won’t all fit in the cooler, leave some in the car and bring enough with you to last at least a few hours. As for the jellyfish – the notorious killjoys of any vacation – keep a small spray bottle of vinegar with you. You may end up smelling like a pickle, but the vinegar will help reduce the burning of the sting. The credit card trick is wonderful, but a much wiser solution is using
an unloaded gift card to scrape the wound with, dislodging any of the tiny tentacle bits that might have remained imbedded and reducing the risk of losing your Visa in the sand. Bring light colored cotton sheets to lay out on when taking a break from the waves, a beach umbrella or sunshade, towels to dry off with, some form of seat protection for your vehicle, and an inflatable (or plastic bucket,) that can be filled with water to rinse your feet with before getting back into the car. That one is crucial, less you be subjected to the dreaded towel brush down that leaves you with only a single layer of skin. If you plan to visit the local hubs after a long day on the coast, bring loose fitting clothing that will not aggravate your skin, should you have ignored the ‘reapply’ clause or bucket idea listed above. Avoid any kinds of make up, perfume, or skin products, since these can react differently on your exfoliated and sun-kissed complexion. This doesn’t apply to products designed for after sun, like Aloe Vera gels, misting sprays, and so on. Those you will need to keep your skin from peeling and moisturized, protecting that ‘just back from vacation tan’ you’ve been waiting for all year. As always, any kind of vacationing you do will require planning, but by following these tips, you are one step closer to that vacation you are longing for. Here is hoping yours does not follow the example set by the Griswold family! www.fortgordon.com | 45
Looking for a Beach Getaway? Consider Charleston, South Carolina! Aubrey Dowd
Summer is here and − for many of us − that means vacation time. Living so close to many fantastic beaches is great for those of us who love to take a good book, dig our toes in the sand and forget what day of the week it is! To kick off my summer, I was looking for a weeklong stay at a nearby beach. Naturally, Charleston was an easy choice. If you haven’t had the chance to explore the Charleston area for its historic attractions or its laid back beaches, I urge you to take some time to make a trip. After checking in at the beach house in Isle of Palms, SC, my week started! Isle of Palms is just 20 minutes from downtown Charleston. There are many places to stay in the Isle of Palms area that include condos, beach homes, and hotels. How close you want to be to the beach determines the price of your stay, but one thing I made note of was the large amount of parking with beach access located in various locations. There are over 50 beach access points, so you never have to worry about having to trek a long
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way from your car to get to the beach. You will often see golf carts parked along beach access paths and there are a few places you can rent them. If I ever decide to move to the beach, I think a golf cart would be first on my list of necessary beach purchases! Think of how much easier it would be to travel from the house to the beach without having to haul every beach chair, cooler, and umbrella in your arms! The actual beach at Isle of Palms is wonderful! Cross over the sand dunes and you’re on the flat sand that is speckled with seashells, salty air breezing through your hair. The locals here are the nicest I’ve experienced at any beach. You’ll often hear them call out, “Beautiful day!” with a smile as they pass you by. Once on the beach you will more than likely see people jogging, playing bocce ball, or surfing! It’s such a lively beach, but it never felt over crowded. Dogs are also allowed on the beach and that was enough to keep me entertained. I also spotted dolphins jumping and dashing through the waves; from that moment on I was smitten with the beach
at Isle of Palms. During my time on the beach I opted to bring a plastic, flexible red tub filled with my beach towels, sunscreen, Frisbee and water. This turned out to be wise decision because not only did it have handles that made it easy to tote around, it was also so easy to clean! All I had to do was hose it off, which made it a better choice than the cloth bags I’ve used before. The only thing I felt like I was missing was a kite − kites were flying everywhere on the beach! And of course, no beach trip would be complete without watching the sunrise! I’m not a person who enjoys waking up while it’s still dark outside, but just this once, it was worth it. Take a break from the beach to explore plantations, nightlife, good eating, shopping, and much more, in downtown Charleston! A great way to get acquainted with the city is to take a carriage tour. The hour-long tours will set you back about $20, but can be a nice alternative to walking – plus you get the added bonus of a mini history lesson about the city!
One of the most interesting stories I learned was that of the Blind Tiger Pub located on East Bay Street. In 1893, the Dispensary Act was put into effect and prohibited the sale of alcohol, but Charlestonians weren’t keen on this new law. Illegal parlors began sprouting up called “Blind Tigers”. The story goes that patrons would pay an entrance fee to see a “mythical beast” and complimentary cocktails would be served while they waited. Of course, the main attraction never showed and locals would stumble out in the wee hours of the morning having enjoyed their complimentary drinks.
local mentioned as the best to visit, so that’s right where I went! This gorgeous plantation features a house tour, a nature train, a nature boat, spectacular gardens and even a small petting zoo! If anything, tour the historic home because it really gives you a glimpse into 19th century living. Think you’ve discovered all of Charleston? Think again! Why not sign up for a ghost tour? During the tours you have a chance to learn about the darker side of Charleston. There are a variety of tours offered and most feature an interesting look into the lives and deaths of many Charlestonians.
As I continued on my tour of the city I wandered through the French Quarter. American flags were flying high and proud from nearly every home. Little alleyways and secret entrances were speckled everywhere between buildings, sparking a little curiosity in me. Old homes still damaged from past hurricanes and earthquakes (natural disasters that are a frequent worry for the city) stand with brick and imperfections exposed, left me breathless. I can’t say enough about downtown; the streets are inviting and many of the homes offer tours at minimal cost. If you aren’t up for walking, bicycle rentals dot the streets.
If you’re interested in the nightlife of Charleston, there are many local bars located up and down Market and King Streets that offer a variety of entertainment. There are also quite a bit of shopping locations throughout downtown. The city market facing Meeting Street offers rows of local vendors, or head to King Street for high-end boutiques and specialty stores. Before you end your trip, walk to Battery Park to check out views of Fort Sumter, Castle Pickney, waterfront mansions and beautiful oak trees.
Throughout the week I managed to experience a taste of everything Charleston has to offer. There are a ton of local restaurants, many of which offer up a variety of locally caught seafood. I highly recommend Cru Café located on Pinckney Street that offers light lunch. Meals include a General Tso’s Chicken Caesar Wrap, Open-Faced Turkey Sandwich, or BBQ Beef Brisket all served with shoestring fries. I also enjoyed some delicious Italian off of Market Street at Mercato, which offers live, nightly jazz music. While you’re enjoying Charleston, don’t leave without heading out to a plantation. Magnolia Plantation was the plantation every
I can’t say enough about the southern charm of Charleston. With everything it offers it makes a wonderful weekend trip. I don’t think I will ever get bored with experiencing the local eateries, plantations, and history this city has to offer. Charleston is a city you can continue to visit and discover something new each time. If you need a little inspiration check out the book “1,000 Places to See in the USA and Canada Before You Die” by Patricia Schultz. I never travel without this book and it has quite a few entries for Charleston that you can check off your bucket list! (sunrise photo courtesy of http://scislandsunrise.blogspot. com/2010/04/april-2-2010-isle-of-palms-sc.html)
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Junior Golf Clinics Starting this month!
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Get Gordon GOLF READY
Gordon Lakes Golf Club is hosting a five-day golf clinic for all patrons and families July 9-13 The Get Gordon Golf Ready Program will teach you in five short lessons everything you’ll need to know: • Driving • Iron Play • Short Game Techniques • Putting • Golf Course Management Registration begins June 15 Cost is $110 for all five days For more information contact Dallas Cooke at 706-791-2433
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Fort Gordon AER Section Staff: AER Campaign Coordinator: SFC Albert Spurlock
SGT Derek Milne
SSG Christopher Adell SSG Nicole Barsnica 2LT Zachary Cayou SGT Jherrica Childers SSG Antonio Cooper SSG Jonathan Crouse SSG Matthew Currey
the Fort Gordon Army Emergency Relief (AER) Campaign 2012! Another thank you to everyone who participated in this annual fundraising event. Unit Project Officers were assigned by the Command to ensure that Soldiers are aware of AER programs and are given the opportunity to contribute. This year $114,357.10 was donated in support of AER. During CY 2011, loans and grants totaling $852,762.64 were disbursed to 1,081 members of the Fort Gordon military community.
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SGT Demetrion McCarthy 2LT James Meyers
2012 Unit Project Officers:
and Unit Project Officers listed below who were instrumental in the success of
1LT Jose Martinez
1LT Jack Sadler Jolane “Jo” Williams
A special thank you to our AER Campaign Coordinator, AER Audit Officer
SSG Eugene Kraemer
AER Audit Officer: Fort Gordon AER Officer:
YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE!
SSG Amy Jones
SGT Harold Curtis 1LT Steven Elinow SFC David Ewing SGT Alton Gant SFC Piedad Garcia SGT Marquil Guice SSG Stacey Harris SFC Daniel Hernandez SGT Marino Jacob Jr. SSG Darryl Jenkins Jr. 1LT Drew Johnson
SSG Abraham Pacheco SSG Ernest Parker 1LT Santiago Peralta SGT Michael Philpot SGT Cedric Pitchford SGT Madison Pittman SSG Justin Rainey SSG Eugenia Regalado SSG Patricia Sarbeng SGT Crystal Simon MSG Quentin Smith SSG Tina Spencer SSG Barbara Spurlock SFC Duane Stewart SFC Oscar Valenzuela 1LT Felipe Vargas SFC Lawarren Wakefield Mr. Robert Waller SSG Joseph Walton 1LT Brian Wharton SSG Bobby Williams SSG James Wise
The Art of
Recycling Molly Swift, Editor
Recycling is not a new fad – it’s been around for many centuries – but it is still a growing practice. Initially, being “thrifty” was a matter of necessity; prior to industrialization, recycling materials and household goods was par for the course, since replacing items wasn’t a matter of conveniently popping to the supermarket. As we developed more tools for creating more “stuff”, we moved towards critical mass; consuming more materials and requiring more packaging (for protection, transportation and storage) which assisted in our ability to forge a path toward convenience and consumerism. Ironically, mass production is precisely why
we need to pay attention to our consumption and why we need to be more attentive when it comes to reusing goods. Although it may appear to make more sense (economically) to bulk-buy products, the increase in waste means we might be succeeding in our goal to be more fiscally frugal, but we are choking up our landfills with a greater number of polymer-based items (plastics) which do not break down, or degrade, easily – or even, at all. The dangers of excessive consumption are not political, but practical. When we rely heavily on disposing of waste, landfills become heavily polluted due to the assortment of
chemicals and toxins created when trash breaks down. The technical term for this polluted mixture is leachate – in years past, leachate caused huge issues as it contaminated water supplies. Though we are better protected from leachate, thanks to impermeable clay caps and the use of plastic sheeting at landfills, we are not immune from its effects. The best recourse is prevention! Producing material goods from scratch (as opposed to producing goods made from recycled materials) is another area of concern. When an item is produced from raw materials, we are depleting our natural resources rather www.fortgordon.com | 51
than avoiding this by manufacturing items that have already gone through a refinement process. Recycling is a money-saver and can also be a money-maker. As explained by the “How Stuff Works” team (www.science.howstuffworks.com) “For the companies that buy used goods, recycle them and resell new products, recycling is the source of all their income. For cities in densely populated areas that have to pay by the ton for their landfill usage, recycling can shave millions of dollars off municipal budgets.” Fort Gordon’s recycling program is managed by Paul Henri and his team. The program itself was established in the mid-1980s, but it was initially relegated more to the role of “trash pickup” than to a tool for a lifestyle of stewardship and environmental awareness. Paul explains, “Recycling is not trash pickup - we deal with goods that can be transformed from one state to another. We focus on value; we don’t want to throw things away.” Astonishingly, we consume a lot just right here on post, “I believe the figures I saw for plastic containers that come on post, amount to something like 270,000 per month.” Paul continues, “That’s not even taking into account the private purchase and possession of plastics.” Like I said, we consume a lot! Paul came to the Program 18 months ago. After further developing the center, Paul’s team of seven has become increasingly busy – a good thing – which indicates a growing awareness of the need to recycle goods. Paul told me, “I can tell by our sales that our program is recognized as valuable in the community. We are busy!” And this growth has led to cost savings for some community members, such as our housing areas which benefit from the Recycling pick-up schedule and its ability to handle a wide range of materials to include glass, furniture and wiring.
Compression is a huge part of the process; items such as paper, cans, cardboard are all compacted to create dense “bricks” of materials prior to making their ways to the companies that can use them. Five balers are in use at the recycling center, which may sound like a fairly large number, but they compress different materials. And they are in constant use, churning out blocks of previously used goods. Certain items are more precious than others; this is a business, after all, and a business needs to make money. Paul is excited at the prospect of making a profit for the first time since the program’s inception nearly 30 years ago. But, he is equally excited at the prospect of saving our world’s resources from abusive massconsumption habits. To process certain items, such as cans, less energy is used producing a new item with recycled materials than one from scratch – 90% less energy, in fact, which is a huge savings! One of his favorite illustrations of energy and cost savings comes in the form of a plastic milk jug that is topped with a light bulb; “The energy saved by recycling a one-gallon milk jug is the equivalent of lighting this light bulb for three hours.” Essentially, the more aware we consumers are regarding what we do with our waste, the better it is for our environment and our wallets! Recycling has now become a part of daily life in the office, too – and there are things we can do at the office that will positively impact the Recycling Program: Think: reduce, reuse and recycle Helpful tips for reducing consumption, reusing items and recycling goods are always available in the Recycling Program section of the FYI Directory. Pay attention to what it is you are recycling Paul believes he can recycle just about
anything, but a list of accepted items do exist on the web – if it’s not listed, be sure to check with Paul because it may still be accepted! One big no-no is cross-cut, shredded paper. The confusion seems to lie in the term “cross-cut” which simply means confetti or sawdust − strips of paper are okay. There is a process for a reason In offices, as in homes, recycling materials should be cleaned and categorized accordingly; there is a difference between white bond paper and colored printing paper, so take the time to separate the two. Likewise, visitors to drop-off locations should pay attention to the areas allocated to specific materials: paper and magazines should be separated and should not contain plastic. Cleanliness - it’s not just for the bathroom Cross-contamination can happen, even in a cardboard box. Be sure your to-be-recycled material is dry and free of old food and liquid which might contain bacteria. Diapers – used – should never make their way to the recycling center! The overall rule of thumb involves taking into consideration the amount of work these guys do. If you can spend five minutes gathering together your recyclables, spend a further few minutes making sure they are ready to be processed. The least amount of time the recycling folks need to spend on sorting through the numerous items, the more productive they can be and the more items get recycled. It’s that simple. We need to make a concerted effort to support this program as a community. Why? Items that cannot be recycled often find their way to the landfill, but this is not the ideal end state. The landfill isn’t an unlimited, bottomless pit and it will eventually hit capacity. Not good. This is why the Recycling Program now looks at each item to see if there is a way to cost-effectively reuse or recycle it; everything from railroad lines to old office furniture is up for consideration! So, if you feel you have an item that should make its way to a new home whether that is paper for toilet rolls or glass for more glass - please try to get it to Paul Henri and co. They will take care of you while you are saving the planet! Fort Gordon’s Recycling Program is open Monday thru Friday; 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for information on individual pickups or advice on materials: (706) 791-7881.
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re·cy·cle [ree-sahy-kuhl] transitive verb
1: to pass again through a series of changes or treatments: as a : to process (as liquid body waste, glass, or cans) in order to regain material for human use b : recover 6 c : to reuse or make (a substance) available for reuse for biological activities through natural processes of biochemical degradation or modification <green plants recycling the residue of forest fires> <recycle ADP back to ATP> 2: to adapt to a new use: alter 3: to bring back: reuse <recycles a number of good anecdotes – Larry McMurtry> 4: to make ready for reuse <a plan to recycle vacant tenements>
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fromthe bookshelf Susanna Joyner, Director, Woodworth Consolidated Library
Army Library Program, FREE audio, e-books, and movies! The most popular titles and best-sellers available for free for AKO account holders; quick and easy download right to your computer, e-reader, or mobile device! Did you know your Army Library Program provides all AKO account holders with free and easy online access to thousands of books, audio books, music, and movies? For kids, adults, school, and leisure - that’s right, it’s free and convenient - and the title selection is immense! You can download titles right to your computer, e-reader, or mobile device, free of charge, anytime. 1) Log onto AKO 2) Select ‘Self Service’ 3) Select ‘My Library’
4) Click on ‘Read or Listen to a Book’ 5) Pick from any of the listed programs and enjoy!
To browse available movies, select Army Digital Media Library, then video. Movies: A huge variety of popular titles! Available for FREE check-out! Did you know in addition to a tremendous and exceptional variety of non-fiction and educational DVD titles; the Library also has an extensive collection of popular, current, children’s, and classic movies? Save money and enjoy FANTASTIC films for free check-out. Stop by the library anytime to register with your DOD ID or CAC card, and select from our great inventory. From award-winners to the most recent family favorite, we have it for you!
Books, movies, CDs and more are available for free check-out to Service Members & DOD Civilians at Woodworth Consolidated Library, 549 Rice Road, Building 33500, Fort Gordon, GA 30905 For more information, call: (706) 791-7323 or visit our website at www.gordon.army.mil/library
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Nathan Hoeller, Creative Director
I love going to the beach; its fun, relaxing, and the kids have a blast. There are so many memorable moments at the beach, and what better way to capture them than with your digital camera? The only problem is, well, the beach! There’s sand and water everywhere, and no matter how hard you try to avoid it, somehow sand finds its way to your precious camera, putting its functionality at risk. You’ve got to take extra precautions. You need a camera that can withstand the harsh elements of summer vacation. Here’s a list of the top-rated vacationsafe cameras available. They are all protected from dust (or a sandy beach) and water-resistant so there’s no need to worry about getting too close to the water; jump in! These cameras work to depths of 30’-40’—the Olympus Tough TG-1 boasts a full 135’ of protection with an added Underwater Housing accessory (an added bonus for scuba enthusiasts.) And, if you’re jumping from beach-to-beach and are worried about forgetting which pictures were taken at which location, worry not. Each camera comes with GPS built in, including the exact GPS location within the metadata of each photo. What about those who use their phones for pictures and video? Not a problem, Sony’s got you covered. Coming soon to the market (hopefully before summer’s end) is the Sony Xperia Go Android smart phone. Its dustproof and waterproof as well. And with its wet finger tracking, even if you’re completely submerged, you can still access your apps, or take a picture.
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PENTAX Optio WG-2 Cost: $300 MegaPixels: 16M Zoom: 5x Optical Zoom Video: HD 1080p30 Memory: 88.2MB (Internal) + SD removable storage available Extra Specs: • Waterproof (40’), Shockproof (5’), Crushproof (220 LBF), Coldproof (14°F), Dustproof (JIS 6) • GPS • Macro pictures as close as 1cm, 6 LED lights illuminate close-up subjects evenly www.pentaximaging.com/digital-camera/Optio_WG-2_Vermillion_Red/
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Nikon Coolpix AW100 Cost: $350 MegaPixels: 16M Zoom: 5x Optical Zoom Video: HD 1080p + stereo sound Memory: 83MB (Internal) + SD removable storage available Extra Specs: • Waterproof (33’), Shockproof (5’), Coldproof (14°F), Dustproof • GPS, Electronic Compass www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Products/Product/Compact-DigitalCameras/26293/COOLPIX-AW100.html
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Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS Cost: $400 MegaPixels: 12M Zoom: 4x Optical Zoom Video: HD 1080p Memory: Internal memory + SD removable storage available Extra Specs: • GPS, Electronic Compass • Waterproof (40’), Shockproof (6.6’), Crushproof (220 LBF), Coldproof (14°F), Dustproof • Water-repellent lens coating • Additional Accessory: Underwater Housing for depths of 135’ • Additional Accessory: Waterproof Teleconverter and Fisheye lenses www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/product.asp?product=1621
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Panasonic Lumix TS4 Cost: $300 MegaPixels: 12M Zoom: 4.6 Optical Zoom Video: HD 1080 Memory: 20MB (internal) + SD removable storage available Extra Specs: • GPS, Electronic Compass, Altimeter, Barameter • Waterproof (40’), Shockproof (6.6’), Coldproof (14°F), Dustproof www.panasonic.net/avc/lumix/compact/ts4_ft4/index.html
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Summertime Movietime Alice Wynn
Spring is long gone, school is out and temperatures are steadily climbing. Despite the sweltering heat, there are a few things that make summer one of the best seasons: longer days, grilling out, beach trips, baseball, and, of course, Fourth of July fireworks. While these things certainly call to mind the lazy, crazy, hazy days of summer, there are certain films that do the same thing. So get ready to take a break from the heat and gear up those DVD players, because these are some of the best flicks for summer. The Sandlot – Released in 1993, this film looks at how the new kid in town finds his place on a neighborhood baseball team, even though he doesn’t know much about the game – not to mention the fact he’s never heard of Babe Ruth. Lots of adventures follow, naturally. Look for James Earl Jones as an ex-ball player with a dog dubbed “The Beast.” The Parent Trap – The tale of long-separated twins reunited at summer camp who switch places in an effort to reunite their parents has two versions: the original, starring Hayley Mills (1961), a Disney darling at the time, and the more recent version with pre-train wreck Lindsay Lohan (1998). Both are equally charming; it just depends on whether you like your hi-jinks modern or vintage. Meatballs – Featuring Bill Murray in his first starring role, this is another summer camp flick that you can’t go wrong with, if only for boasting an impressive array of tube socks (it is 1979 after all) and short-shorts. Camp North Star may not be the wealthiest camp on the lake, but they sure know how to come out on top. In the same wacky camp vein, Wet Hot American Summer (2001) is also worth mentioning. This film boasts an impressive cast too vast to list, including a before-they-were-famous Elizabeth Banks and Bradley Cooper. Stand By Me – When four friends go in search of a dead body, they were looking for an
adventure. In return, they end up discovering much more about themselves than expected. A true coming-of-age story in every sense and an impressive young cast, most notably the late River Phoenix – director Rob Reiner delivered a timeless classic. One Crazy Summer – This one has somehow slipped under a lot of people’s radar. Before John Cusack made teen girls swoon as Lloyd Dobbler, he was Hoops McCann, a guy spending the summer on Nantucket with a group of oddball friends, trying to save Demi Moore from evil real estate developers. Pay the plot no mind, there are too many hysterical gags to keep things interesting, including a weird uncle trying to win a radio contest, a grandmother who delivers a check with your meals and a very unfortunate-looking dog. American Graffiti – The ultimate in nostalgia films, George Lucas created a masterpiece capturing an era of American innocence, before the assassination of Kennedy and the Summer of Love. The terrific soundtrack and killer classic cars only add to the whole film experience. Another nostalgic film, Dazed and Confused, also captures perfectly another era, the summer of 1976. Not as innocent as the aforementioned time period, but nevertheless, this oft-quoted movie is a classic in its own right. Do the Right Thing – Director Spike Lee is no stranger to controversy, and his take on racial tensions in the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn is no different. The film takes place on the hottest day of the year, which only adds
fuel to the fire. In fact, you can almost see the heat rising from the sidewalks. The Wackness – Though made in 2008, 1994 is the year this film is set. A New York teen (Josh Peck, perhaps best known for the Nickelodeon show “Drake & Josh”) peddling weed from an ice cream cart trades his goods for psychiatric advice from Sir Ben Kingsley. Things get complicated when he develops a crush on the shrink’s stepdaughter. Method Man and Mary-Kate Olsen also have small roles. What about Bob? – Another Bill Murray film worth a mention. Bob Wiley, an obsessive compulsive (amongst MANY other things) follows his psychiatrist, Dr. Leo Marvin (Richard Dreyfuss) to his lakeside vacation retreat and pretty much drives him insane (literally). Trouble is no one except Dr. Marvin sees anything wrong with him. Jaws – Of course, no summer movie list would be complete without this one. The first true summer blockbuster launched fear of oceans, pools and bathtubs into the hearts of millions for many years to come. You’re gonna need a bigger boat. www.fortgordon.com | 59
FORT GORDON DINNER THEATRE PRESENTS
by John Cariani
SHOW DATES
July 20, 21, 27, 28 • August 2, 3, 4 Dinner 7:00 p.m. • Show 8:00 p.m. MENU
Braised Chicken with Peppers and Onions, Baked Cod with Pineapple Salsa, Teriyaki-Glazed London Broil, Rice Pilaf, Glazed Carrots, Summer Squash Casserole, Garlic Buttered Green Beans, House Salad with Assorted Dressings, Iced Tea and Starbucks Coffee, Deluxe Dessert Table
TICKETS
Civilians: $40 | Seniors (65 & over), Retirees, DA Civilians, Active-Duty E7 & above: $38 Active-Duty E6 & below: $30 | Show only: $25
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On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend – almost – in this delightful midwinter night’s dream. “… a whimsical approach to the joys and perils of romance. Magical happenings bloom beneath the snowdrifts.” – NY Times “A charmer ... Unexpected magic lingers in the air like someone’s breath on a cold winter’s night. John Cariani aims for the heart by way of the funny bone.” – Star-Ledger “Sweet, poignant and witty.” – NY Daily News Produced in cooperation with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., and Army Entertainment Division
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Steve Walpert, Entertainment Director
I have been thinking today about what a terrific job I have, and how it’s great to be working in the Arts – and being a part of this perpetual challenge to direct and steer the efforts and creativity of so many talented people … all resulting in a stream of fun and exciting events that Service and Family Members can enjoy along with folks from the local community. Our ability to make these things happen is, of course, due to the support of our Commands, and local DFMWR leadership, who really understand the value of the performing arts as a critical component in our efforts to provide the best possible qualityof-life experience for our patrons. But I would also like to take a moment to tip my hat to the late Margaret “Skippy” Lynn, (April 28, 1924 - June 11, 2002), a one-time Radio City Music Hall Rockette, who was instrumental in the creation U.S. Army Entertainment, beginning in Korea in the 1950s. “Building on the tradition of Civil War camp shows, and a military show Yip Yip Yaphank created by Irving Berlin as a Soldier in World War I, she eventually developed the U.S. Army Entertainment Program inspiring, supporting and coordinating theatrical and music programs at Army bases world-wide.” This program has given millions Soldiers and Family members an opportunity to experience live theatre and musical entertainment, on stage and off. Skippy understood the morale-building capabilities this program had to offer, and she moved heaven and earth to make it a reality. We’ll be doing a feature on her later this year, but as I write this article on June 11, the 10th anniversary of her passing, I just thought I’d
take a moment to say “thank you Skippy” … from all of us who have benefited so much from your dream come true. Now about some of our on-going programs… Let me offer congratulations and thanks to the cast, crew and production staff of our latest Dinner Theatre production, Jeffrey Finn and Bob Walton’s new comedy, Game Show. The premise of this production was that the audience was attending the live broadcast of a network quiz show. Included in the show were three rounds of a real trivia contest with audience members as participants, winning some great prizes. All involved did an incredible job of making this experience seem real; to include the three camera set-up with what appeared to be a live TV broadcast displayed on the “studio” monitors placed throughout the audience area. Bravo to all involved for a terrific effort! Coming up next at the Dinner Theatre, a whimsical, funny and thoroughly entertaining play, Almost, Maine, by John Cariani, playing July 20, 21, 27, 28 and August 2, 3 and 4. “On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend – almost – in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.” “A charmer…Unexpected magic lingers in the air like someone’s breath on a cold winter’s night.
John Cariani aims for the heart by way of the funny bone.” – Star-Ledger Tickets are on sale now at the Dinner Theatre Box Office, so stop by or call (706) 793-8552 for reservations and information. Or you can go to FortGordon.com, and also “LIKE” us by visiting our Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre Facebook page. When searching for our page, make sure you go to the page with the logo. Coming up later in the year, some terrific productions, to include; Agatha Christie’s alltime classic thriller Witness for the Prosecution, the Pulitzer Prize winning comedy Harvey by Mary Chase, and the anxiously anticipated musical comedy, Legally Blonde. More on those shows coming soon. We also have lots of musical entertainment coming your way this month. On July 3, join us for our Fort Gordon Independence Celebration, featuring The Swingin’ Medallions, the U.S. Army Signal Corps Band, a fantastic fireworks show, and much more! Then on July 5 on our Barton Field stage at 8 p.m., Gary Sinise with his Lt. Dan Band. And over at Alexander Hall on Sunday, July 8 at 2 p.m., enjoy the rockin’ country sounds of Natalie Stovall along with comedian Paul Varghese in the Laughter, Love and Fiddle Tour – a sure fire hit. And guess what?! Admission to all of these July musical events are absolutely FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Find more details on all of these events and others elsewhere in this FYI magazine and at fortgordon.com. So no excuses gang … get out of the house and come have some fun at Fort Gordon this month. We’ll be waiting for you!
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SNAPSH T Our MWR facilities will bring a smile to your face!
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Jenny, Edith, Amanda, Tommy and Angel at the Kid’s Fishing Derby, Claypit Lakes
Lorraine Willis at Morale Call, Gordon’s Conference and Catering
Frank Asuncion at Morale Call, Gordon’s Conference and Catering
Monika Hall and Shelia Moore at the Army Birthday Celebration, CDC East
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Taking Care of our Service Members Deployments are a way of life at the moment, but some individuals and family members have approached this stressful period with grace, positivity and creativity and in some pretty amazing ways. We look at the unique activities and organizations that have sprung up in response to these challenging periods of absence.
Training: Where, Who and Why? Combat training is integral to the readiness of our service members and the division in charge of supporting this crucial task is the Training Support Center Division, part of the Department of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security (DPTMS). We take a look at the ways in which DPTMS supports the Army mission and how it conducts outreach in the community.
There’s More to the Library than Books MWR’s Woodworth Library was recently awarded one of the highest honors in the country – Federal Library of the Year. We go behind the bookshelves to discover more about the library’s resources and brilliant staff!
American Indian Heritage Valuing our differences and celebrating our diversity. That is – in a nutshell – the purpose of National American Indian Heritage Month. Throughout the month of August, we take the opportunity to honor and recognize the original peoples of this land.
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