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April 2013 CLIF Notes 1 CLIF NOTES FOR THE FORT DRUM COMMUNITY April 2013 1. AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) 2. ARMY CAREER & ALUMNI PROGRAM (ACAP) 3. ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) 4. BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) 5. CHAPEL 6. CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) 7. CYSS SKIES 8. CYSS SPORTS 9. CYSS YOUTH CENTER 10. COMMISSARY 11. DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) 12. EXCHANGE 13. FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) 14. FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) 15. HOUSING 16. NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSES’ CLUB (NCSC) 17. McEWEN LIBRARY 18. MEDDAC 19. MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY 20. OFF THE BEATIN' PATH GIFTS (OTBP) 21. PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP ) 22. PARKS AND RECREATION 23. SAFETY 24. USO - FORT DRUM 25. VETERINARY SERVICES 26. VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) 1. AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) CHERYL DEAN, 315-772-6561 NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION: Will be held on 1 May, 1:00 pm in the ARC Office, RM B1-35 in Clark Hall, please call to sign up or stop by our office. NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Website: www.redcross.org Click the hyperlinks Email Address: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/American-Red-Cross-Fort-Drum/253705811335340 2. ARMY CAREER & ALUMNI PROGRAM (ACAP) LORRIE GULER, 315-772-3284 ACAP SEMINARS. Call the ACAP Center at 772-3434/3286 to reserve a seat in seminars. The following seminars are scheduled for May: o Advanced Resume 3 May, 9:00 am-11:00 am o Federal Resume 3 May, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm o Small Business 14-15 May, 8:00 am-4:00 pm o Advanced Interview 17 May, 9:00 am-11:00 am o Education 28-29 May, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm FORT DRUM ACAP CAREER FAIR 2 May, 10:00 am-2:00 pm at The Commons. The spring career fair typically brings in up to 100 employers, schools and service organizations! This fair is open to everyone and you will find opportunities in the local area as well as nationally and globally. NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? ACAP: www.acap.army.mil Click the hyperlinks Facebook: www.facebook.com/DrumACAP 3. ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) CATHY FERRAN, 315-772-4979 MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY: 9 May, Remington Park. For more information, call 772-4979 Click the above hyperlinks to go directly to Agency Section in CLIF Notes Table of Contents
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April 2013 CLIF Notes 1

CLIF NOTES FOR THE FORT DRUM COMMUNITY April 2013

1 AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) 2 ARMY CAREER amp ALUMNI PROGRAM (ACAP) 3 ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) 4 BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) 5 CHAPEL 6 CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) 7 CYSS SKIES 8 CYSS SPORTS 9 CYSS YOUTH CENTER 10 COMMISSARY 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) 12 EXCHANGE 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR)

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) 15 HOUSING 16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) 17 McEWEN LIBRARY 18 MEDDAC 19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY 20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) 21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) 22 PARKS AND RECREATION 23 SAFETY 24 USO - FORT DRUM 25 VETERINARY SERVICES 26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF)

1 AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) CHERYL DEAN 315-772-6561 bull NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Will be held on 1 May 100 pm in the ARC Office RM B1-35 in Clark Hall please call to sign up

or stop by our office

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwredcrossorg Click the hyperlinks Email Address drumredcrossorg

Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesAmerican-Red-Cross-Fort-Drum253705811335340

2 ARMY CAREER amp ALUMNI PROGRAM (ACAP) LORRIE GULER 315-772-3284 bull ACAP SEMINARS Call the ACAP Center at 772-34343286 to reserve a seat in seminars The following seminars are scheduled for May

o Advanced Resume ndash 3 May 900 am-1100 am o Federal Resume ndash 3 May 100 pm-300 pm o Small Business ndash 14-15 May 800 am-400 pm o Advanced Interview ndash 17 May 900 am-1100 am o Education ndash 28-29 May 100 pm-400 pm

bull FORT DRUM ACAP CAREER FAIR ndash 2 May 1000 am-200 pm at The Commons The spring career fair typically brings in up to 100 employers schools and service organizations This fair is open to everyone and you will find opportunities in the local area as well as nationally and globally

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ACAP wwwacaparmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumACAP

3 ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) CATHY FERRAN 315-772-4979 bull MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY 9 May Remington Park For more information call 772-4979

Click the above hyperlinks to go directly to

Agency Section in CLIF Notes

Section in CLIF Notes

Table of Contents

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

April 2013 CLIF Notes 2

bull RESILIENCE TRAINING Module 1 15 May 930 am ndash 230 pm ACS For more information call 772-28480470 View our ACS Resilience Flier here bull ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (AFTB) SPRING MARATHON 20-24 May 900 am ndash 400 pm ACS For more information call 772-9229 View our AFTB Spring Marathon Flier here

bull FORT DRUM BUSINESS NETWORK GROUP 28 May ACS 500 pm-700 pm For more information call 772-9611 View our ERP Business Network Group Flier here

bull VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH CEREMONY 23 May 1100 am ndash 1200 pm The Commons For more information call 772-2899

ACS CALENDAR including all April events can be found by clicking this link May ACS Calendar

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomArmyCommunityServicehtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumACSOutreach

4 BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) MICHELLE RODEN 315 772-7807

bull BOOT 5K FUN RUN AND WALK Will be held on 25 May 900 am at Magrath Sports Complex upper parking lot Get your boots on for the 5K Boot Run to celebrate our military This race gives our runners the message of camaraderie and gratitude for those who serve our nation Click here for the 5K Boot Run Flier bull BOSS CENTERS What do the boss centers have to offer for you Welllet me tell you Xbox and PS3 with games free Wi-Fi movies large screen tvs with cable movie theater computers with CAC card capability outdoor patio and pavilion volunteer opportunities upcoming events and so much more Click her for the BOSS Center Flier

bull BOSS MEETINGS BOSS Representatives are invited to participate in a BOSS meeting Here you will learn about upcoming events that BOSS is hosting or supporting volunteer opportunities and an opportunity to bring up any quality of life issues Ask your brigade BOSS Representative when your next meeting is going to be held Click here for the BOSS Meeting Flier

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomBOSShtm

Click the hyperlinks Email Address michellemrodennafmailmil Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrumboss

5 CHAPEL CAROL BURKE 315-772-4451 bull INSTALLATION COMMAND CHAPLAIN A chaplain is always as close as a phone call away at 772-5591 After duty hours call 772-5647 and ask for the duty chaplain bull RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SUMMER BREAK will break for the summer on 19 May Be sure to watch for fall registration bull CATHOLIC 1ST COMMUNION will take place 11 May at 500 pm Mass

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email carolaburkecivmailmil Click the hyperlinks

6 CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) MICHELE CARLTONTERRI SPENCER 772-32141311

bull MAY BRINGS MULTIPLE ARMY MOVES Please consider your childs education when planning your move Contact the SLO office

for the phone number of the SLO at your next PCS station for the best transition

bull SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS May 21st is the budgetboard of education seat vote for all school districts Everyone 18 years old

by 21 May is an eligible voter for a school district You do not have to file your income taxes in NYS you do not have to own property in NYS and you do not have to have children in school to vote Please contact the SLO office if you are unsure of which school district you are eligible to vote in

bull KINDERGARTIN REGISTRATION Many schools hold kindergarten registrations in May Your child is eligible to attend

kindergarten in the fall if heshe turns 5 on or before December 1st 2013 Mandatory education begins at age 6 If you choose to not put your child in kindergarten at age 5 you may hold that child back for one year Contact your SLO for information on your school or click the following link to take view an information paper on local school district 2013 Kindergarten Registration Dates

April 2013 CLIF Notes 3

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Email michelelcarltonnafmailmil or terrilspencer6nafmailmil

7 CYSS SKIES DEB KENNEDY 315- 772-6551 bull DOODLEBUGS AND PEEWEE PICASSO ART PROGRAMS Tuesdays each week in May Doodlebugs is for ParentTots ages 2-3 and runs from 100 pm-130 pm and PeeWee Picasso is for parentspreschoolers ages 4-5 and runs from 145 pm-215 pm Students will learn basic art concepts and work with different mediums each week as they practice using glue sissors tape paint and following directions Cost per program is $2500 per month

bull CLAY 101 AND HANDBUILDING Students in grades K-12 can learn about clay and how to use the equipment in the classroom CLAY 101 is a mandatory class and is offered every Monday in May from 500 pm -545 pm Cost for the intro class is $500 per student and needs to be taken only once Handbuilding classes are every Thursday in May from 500 pm -700 pm and costs $1500 per class Students make different projects each class and will be able to bring projects home after they are fired in the kilns bull CREATIVE LEARNING SERIES A fun twist on educational programming ndash The Building Zone is held Thursdays in May Solve building problems and challenges with Legos Zoob Erector Sets and many more building supplies Class time is 530 pm-700 pm Cost per month for the program is $20 per youth ages 10-18 Coming in June ndash Creative Writing Fun NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomSKIEShtml

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumSkies Email deborahlkennedy14nafmailmil 8 CYSS SPORTS JON BURNARD 315-772-4102

bull START SMART RUNNING registration for ages 3-5 starts 26 April 2013 and is ongoing through June Click here for Youth

Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull FALL SOCCER Registration for ages 4-12 will begin May 28th

Click here for Youth Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Registration will be during the month of May for ages 5-16 Click here to visit website British Soccer

Note The Sports Office has moved to the old Youth Center Building P-10790 on Chapel Drive

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthSportshtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFORT-DRUM-MOUNTAINEER-CYSS-SPORTS214490878183 Email Jonathanmburnardnafmailmil

9 CYSS YOUTH CENTER STEVE FERGUSON 315- 772-6717 bull DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Is scheduled for 4 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 500 pm-700

pm The educational program will include trivia video and online interactive stories from survivors There is no cost for this event

bull MIDNIGHT SPORTS Is held on 10 May The program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 800 pm till Midnight

Cost of the event is $300 for members and $500 for non-members A school picture ID is required

bull ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE CELEBRATION Is scheduled for 22 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th

and runs from 500 pm-700 pm Educational programs and activities will be held as well as a food sampling There is no cost for

this event

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthServiceshtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-CYSS-YouthProgram370723860409

Email stevenafergusoncivmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 4

10 COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE 315-772-6185 bull MAY CASE LOT SALE has been cancelled due to the pending furlough The Commissary will have sidewalk sales during the nice days so look forward to some GOOD DEALS for the Memorial Day weekend NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwcommissariescomstoreshtmlstorecfmdodaac=hqcney

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomYourCommissary 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN 315-772-4483

bull FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION The Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Division will be holding Fire Education classes on 20 June 5 September and 5 December Start time is 900 am at bldg 219 The classes will focus on emergency evacuation and proper fire extinguisher use For Further information contact Fire Prevention at 772-4702 bullREMINDER We just turned our clocks ahead so it is time to change your batteries in your smoke detectors bull SPRING IS HERE With the weather improving there will be more children out playing in the housing areas Use caution and abide by the speed limits

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click the hyperlinks Email toddmjuliancivmailmil 12 EXCHANGE KEN LIMTIACO 315-773-5631 bull MAIN STORE Fun Events scheduled for May-- 11 May- Motherrsquos Day Crafts and Estee Lauder Lancocircme and Cliniquemdashmake over

event for Mothers from 100 pm-400 pm 18 May- Armed Forces Day Parade Spring is fast approaching visit the Exchange for all of

your outdoor living needs

bull MAIN FOOD COURT Subway-Featured Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ sauce Shredded Cheese

and your choice of veggies Captain Drsquos- Add a delicious order of Lobster Bites to any combo for just $99 Manchu Wok- New dish

black pepper beef noodles red and green peppers tender beef strips and a black pepper sauce on a bed of noodles Anthonyrsquos

Pizza- Hot Hawaiian Pizza bacon pineapple onions and jalapenos topped with mozzarella cheese for that sweet and spicy kick

Charleyrsquos- Hot Hawaiian Sub chicken peppers pineapple and jalapenos and a sweet sauce cooked to perfection and served up just

for you

bull EXCHANGE MALL GNC and Exchange Mobile Wireless will be participating in the Family Fun Fitness Festival Motherrsquos Day is

right around the corner shop the Exchange for great gifts for Mom

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwshopmyexchangecom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomAAFESBXPX 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) HAROLD GREER 315-772-5685

bull MOTHERrsquoS DAY BRUNCH 12 May Buffet Brunch at the Commons 1100 am and 130 pm $1795 for adult and $795 for children 10 and under

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumFMWR Email erinkbarrettnafmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 2: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

April 2013 CLIF Notes 2

bull RESILIENCE TRAINING Module 1 15 May 930 am ndash 230 pm ACS For more information call 772-28480470 View our ACS Resilience Flier here bull ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (AFTB) SPRING MARATHON 20-24 May 900 am ndash 400 pm ACS For more information call 772-9229 View our AFTB Spring Marathon Flier here

bull FORT DRUM BUSINESS NETWORK GROUP 28 May ACS 500 pm-700 pm For more information call 772-9611 View our ERP Business Network Group Flier here

bull VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH CEREMONY 23 May 1100 am ndash 1200 pm The Commons For more information call 772-2899

ACS CALENDAR including all April events can be found by clicking this link May ACS Calendar

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomArmyCommunityServicehtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumACSOutreach

4 BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) MICHELLE RODEN 315 772-7807

bull BOOT 5K FUN RUN AND WALK Will be held on 25 May 900 am at Magrath Sports Complex upper parking lot Get your boots on for the 5K Boot Run to celebrate our military This race gives our runners the message of camaraderie and gratitude for those who serve our nation Click here for the 5K Boot Run Flier bull BOSS CENTERS What do the boss centers have to offer for you Welllet me tell you Xbox and PS3 with games free Wi-Fi movies large screen tvs with cable movie theater computers with CAC card capability outdoor patio and pavilion volunteer opportunities upcoming events and so much more Click her for the BOSS Center Flier

bull BOSS MEETINGS BOSS Representatives are invited to participate in a BOSS meeting Here you will learn about upcoming events that BOSS is hosting or supporting volunteer opportunities and an opportunity to bring up any quality of life issues Ask your brigade BOSS Representative when your next meeting is going to be held Click here for the BOSS Meeting Flier

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomBOSShtm

Click the hyperlinks Email Address michellemrodennafmailmil Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrumboss

5 CHAPEL CAROL BURKE 315-772-4451 bull INSTALLATION COMMAND CHAPLAIN A chaplain is always as close as a phone call away at 772-5591 After duty hours call 772-5647 and ask for the duty chaplain bull RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SUMMER BREAK will break for the summer on 19 May Be sure to watch for fall registration bull CATHOLIC 1ST COMMUNION will take place 11 May at 500 pm Mass

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email carolaburkecivmailmil Click the hyperlinks

6 CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) MICHELE CARLTONTERRI SPENCER 772-32141311

bull MAY BRINGS MULTIPLE ARMY MOVES Please consider your childs education when planning your move Contact the SLO office

for the phone number of the SLO at your next PCS station for the best transition

bull SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS May 21st is the budgetboard of education seat vote for all school districts Everyone 18 years old

by 21 May is an eligible voter for a school district You do not have to file your income taxes in NYS you do not have to own property in NYS and you do not have to have children in school to vote Please contact the SLO office if you are unsure of which school district you are eligible to vote in

bull KINDERGARTIN REGISTRATION Many schools hold kindergarten registrations in May Your child is eligible to attend

kindergarten in the fall if heshe turns 5 on or before December 1st 2013 Mandatory education begins at age 6 If you choose to not put your child in kindergarten at age 5 you may hold that child back for one year Contact your SLO for information on your school or click the following link to take view an information paper on local school district 2013 Kindergarten Registration Dates

April 2013 CLIF Notes 3

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Email michelelcarltonnafmailmil or terrilspencer6nafmailmil

7 CYSS SKIES DEB KENNEDY 315- 772-6551 bull DOODLEBUGS AND PEEWEE PICASSO ART PROGRAMS Tuesdays each week in May Doodlebugs is for ParentTots ages 2-3 and runs from 100 pm-130 pm and PeeWee Picasso is for parentspreschoolers ages 4-5 and runs from 145 pm-215 pm Students will learn basic art concepts and work with different mediums each week as they practice using glue sissors tape paint and following directions Cost per program is $2500 per month

bull CLAY 101 AND HANDBUILDING Students in grades K-12 can learn about clay and how to use the equipment in the classroom CLAY 101 is a mandatory class and is offered every Monday in May from 500 pm -545 pm Cost for the intro class is $500 per student and needs to be taken only once Handbuilding classes are every Thursday in May from 500 pm -700 pm and costs $1500 per class Students make different projects each class and will be able to bring projects home after they are fired in the kilns bull CREATIVE LEARNING SERIES A fun twist on educational programming ndash The Building Zone is held Thursdays in May Solve building problems and challenges with Legos Zoob Erector Sets and many more building supplies Class time is 530 pm-700 pm Cost per month for the program is $20 per youth ages 10-18 Coming in June ndash Creative Writing Fun NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomSKIEShtml

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumSkies Email deborahlkennedy14nafmailmil 8 CYSS SPORTS JON BURNARD 315-772-4102

bull START SMART RUNNING registration for ages 3-5 starts 26 April 2013 and is ongoing through June Click here for Youth

Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull FALL SOCCER Registration for ages 4-12 will begin May 28th

Click here for Youth Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Registration will be during the month of May for ages 5-16 Click here to visit website British Soccer

Note The Sports Office has moved to the old Youth Center Building P-10790 on Chapel Drive

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthSportshtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFORT-DRUM-MOUNTAINEER-CYSS-SPORTS214490878183 Email Jonathanmburnardnafmailmil

9 CYSS YOUTH CENTER STEVE FERGUSON 315- 772-6717 bull DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Is scheduled for 4 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 500 pm-700

pm The educational program will include trivia video and online interactive stories from survivors There is no cost for this event

bull MIDNIGHT SPORTS Is held on 10 May The program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 800 pm till Midnight

Cost of the event is $300 for members and $500 for non-members A school picture ID is required

bull ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE CELEBRATION Is scheduled for 22 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th

and runs from 500 pm-700 pm Educational programs and activities will be held as well as a food sampling There is no cost for

this event

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthServiceshtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-CYSS-YouthProgram370723860409

Email stevenafergusoncivmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 4

10 COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE 315-772-6185 bull MAY CASE LOT SALE has been cancelled due to the pending furlough The Commissary will have sidewalk sales during the nice days so look forward to some GOOD DEALS for the Memorial Day weekend NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwcommissariescomstoreshtmlstorecfmdodaac=hqcney

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomYourCommissary 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN 315-772-4483

bull FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION The Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Division will be holding Fire Education classes on 20 June 5 September and 5 December Start time is 900 am at bldg 219 The classes will focus on emergency evacuation and proper fire extinguisher use For Further information contact Fire Prevention at 772-4702 bullREMINDER We just turned our clocks ahead so it is time to change your batteries in your smoke detectors bull SPRING IS HERE With the weather improving there will be more children out playing in the housing areas Use caution and abide by the speed limits

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click the hyperlinks Email toddmjuliancivmailmil 12 EXCHANGE KEN LIMTIACO 315-773-5631 bull MAIN STORE Fun Events scheduled for May-- 11 May- Motherrsquos Day Crafts and Estee Lauder Lancocircme and Cliniquemdashmake over

event for Mothers from 100 pm-400 pm 18 May- Armed Forces Day Parade Spring is fast approaching visit the Exchange for all of

your outdoor living needs

bull MAIN FOOD COURT Subway-Featured Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ sauce Shredded Cheese

and your choice of veggies Captain Drsquos- Add a delicious order of Lobster Bites to any combo for just $99 Manchu Wok- New dish

black pepper beef noodles red and green peppers tender beef strips and a black pepper sauce on a bed of noodles Anthonyrsquos

Pizza- Hot Hawaiian Pizza bacon pineapple onions and jalapenos topped with mozzarella cheese for that sweet and spicy kick

Charleyrsquos- Hot Hawaiian Sub chicken peppers pineapple and jalapenos and a sweet sauce cooked to perfection and served up just

for you

bull EXCHANGE MALL GNC and Exchange Mobile Wireless will be participating in the Family Fun Fitness Festival Motherrsquos Day is

right around the corner shop the Exchange for great gifts for Mom

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwshopmyexchangecom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomAAFESBXPX 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) HAROLD GREER 315-772-5685

bull MOTHERrsquoS DAY BRUNCH 12 May Buffet Brunch at the Commons 1100 am and 130 pm $1795 for adult and $795 for children 10 and under

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumFMWR Email erinkbarrettnafmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 3: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

April 2013 CLIF Notes 2

bull RESILIENCE TRAINING Module 1 15 May 930 am ndash 230 pm ACS For more information call 772-28480470 View our ACS Resilience Flier here bull ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (AFTB) SPRING MARATHON 20-24 May 900 am ndash 400 pm ACS For more information call 772-9229 View our AFTB Spring Marathon Flier here

bull FORT DRUM BUSINESS NETWORK GROUP 28 May ACS 500 pm-700 pm For more information call 772-9611 View our ERP Business Network Group Flier here

bull VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH CEREMONY 23 May 1100 am ndash 1200 pm The Commons For more information call 772-2899

ACS CALENDAR including all April events can be found by clicking this link May ACS Calendar

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomArmyCommunityServicehtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumACSOutreach

4 BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) MICHELLE RODEN 315 772-7807

bull BOOT 5K FUN RUN AND WALK Will be held on 25 May 900 am at Magrath Sports Complex upper parking lot Get your boots on for the 5K Boot Run to celebrate our military This race gives our runners the message of camaraderie and gratitude for those who serve our nation Click here for the 5K Boot Run Flier bull BOSS CENTERS What do the boss centers have to offer for you Welllet me tell you Xbox and PS3 with games free Wi-Fi movies large screen tvs with cable movie theater computers with CAC card capability outdoor patio and pavilion volunteer opportunities upcoming events and so much more Click her for the BOSS Center Flier

bull BOSS MEETINGS BOSS Representatives are invited to participate in a BOSS meeting Here you will learn about upcoming events that BOSS is hosting or supporting volunteer opportunities and an opportunity to bring up any quality of life issues Ask your brigade BOSS Representative when your next meeting is going to be held Click here for the BOSS Meeting Flier

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomBOSShtm

Click the hyperlinks Email Address michellemrodennafmailmil Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrumboss

5 CHAPEL CAROL BURKE 315-772-4451 bull INSTALLATION COMMAND CHAPLAIN A chaplain is always as close as a phone call away at 772-5591 After duty hours call 772-5647 and ask for the duty chaplain bull RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SUMMER BREAK will break for the summer on 19 May Be sure to watch for fall registration bull CATHOLIC 1ST COMMUNION will take place 11 May at 500 pm Mass

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email carolaburkecivmailmil Click the hyperlinks

6 CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) MICHELE CARLTONTERRI SPENCER 772-32141311

bull MAY BRINGS MULTIPLE ARMY MOVES Please consider your childs education when planning your move Contact the SLO office

for the phone number of the SLO at your next PCS station for the best transition

bull SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS May 21st is the budgetboard of education seat vote for all school districts Everyone 18 years old

by 21 May is an eligible voter for a school district You do not have to file your income taxes in NYS you do not have to own property in NYS and you do not have to have children in school to vote Please contact the SLO office if you are unsure of which school district you are eligible to vote in

bull KINDERGARTIN REGISTRATION Many schools hold kindergarten registrations in May Your child is eligible to attend

kindergarten in the fall if heshe turns 5 on or before December 1st 2013 Mandatory education begins at age 6 If you choose to not put your child in kindergarten at age 5 you may hold that child back for one year Contact your SLO for information on your school or click the following link to take view an information paper on local school district 2013 Kindergarten Registration Dates

April 2013 CLIF Notes 3

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Email michelelcarltonnafmailmil or terrilspencer6nafmailmil

7 CYSS SKIES DEB KENNEDY 315- 772-6551 bull DOODLEBUGS AND PEEWEE PICASSO ART PROGRAMS Tuesdays each week in May Doodlebugs is for ParentTots ages 2-3 and runs from 100 pm-130 pm and PeeWee Picasso is for parentspreschoolers ages 4-5 and runs from 145 pm-215 pm Students will learn basic art concepts and work with different mediums each week as they practice using glue sissors tape paint and following directions Cost per program is $2500 per month

bull CLAY 101 AND HANDBUILDING Students in grades K-12 can learn about clay and how to use the equipment in the classroom CLAY 101 is a mandatory class and is offered every Monday in May from 500 pm -545 pm Cost for the intro class is $500 per student and needs to be taken only once Handbuilding classes are every Thursday in May from 500 pm -700 pm and costs $1500 per class Students make different projects each class and will be able to bring projects home after they are fired in the kilns bull CREATIVE LEARNING SERIES A fun twist on educational programming ndash The Building Zone is held Thursdays in May Solve building problems and challenges with Legos Zoob Erector Sets and many more building supplies Class time is 530 pm-700 pm Cost per month for the program is $20 per youth ages 10-18 Coming in June ndash Creative Writing Fun NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomSKIEShtml

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumSkies Email deborahlkennedy14nafmailmil 8 CYSS SPORTS JON BURNARD 315-772-4102

bull START SMART RUNNING registration for ages 3-5 starts 26 April 2013 and is ongoing through June Click here for Youth

Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull FALL SOCCER Registration for ages 4-12 will begin May 28th

Click here for Youth Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Registration will be during the month of May for ages 5-16 Click here to visit website British Soccer

Note The Sports Office has moved to the old Youth Center Building P-10790 on Chapel Drive

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthSportshtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFORT-DRUM-MOUNTAINEER-CYSS-SPORTS214490878183 Email Jonathanmburnardnafmailmil

9 CYSS YOUTH CENTER STEVE FERGUSON 315- 772-6717 bull DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Is scheduled for 4 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 500 pm-700

pm The educational program will include trivia video and online interactive stories from survivors There is no cost for this event

bull MIDNIGHT SPORTS Is held on 10 May The program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 800 pm till Midnight

Cost of the event is $300 for members and $500 for non-members A school picture ID is required

bull ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE CELEBRATION Is scheduled for 22 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th

and runs from 500 pm-700 pm Educational programs and activities will be held as well as a food sampling There is no cost for

this event

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthServiceshtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-CYSS-YouthProgram370723860409

Email stevenafergusoncivmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 4

10 COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE 315-772-6185 bull MAY CASE LOT SALE has been cancelled due to the pending furlough The Commissary will have sidewalk sales during the nice days so look forward to some GOOD DEALS for the Memorial Day weekend NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwcommissariescomstoreshtmlstorecfmdodaac=hqcney

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomYourCommissary 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN 315-772-4483

bull FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION The Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Division will be holding Fire Education classes on 20 June 5 September and 5 December Start time is 900 am at bldg 219 The classes will focus on emergency evacuation and proper fire extinguisher use For Further information contact Fire Prevention at 772-4702 bullREMINDER We just turned our clocks ahead so it is time to change your batteries in your smoke detectors bull SPRING IS HERE With the weather improving there will be more children out playing in the housing areas Use caution and abide by the speed limits

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click the hyperlinks Email toddmjuliancivmailmil 12 EXCHANGE KEN LIMTIACO 315-773-5631 bull MAIN STORE Fun Events scheduled for May-- 11 May- Motherrsquos Day Crafts and Estee Lauder Lancocircme and Cliniquemdashmake over

event for Mothers from 100 pm-400 pm 18 May- Armed Forces Day Parade Spring is fast approaching visit the Exchange for all of

your outdoor living needs

bull MAIN FOOD COURT Subway-Featured Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ sauce Shredded Cheese

and your choice of veggies Captain Drsquos- Add a delicious order of Lobster Bites to any combo for just $99 Manchu Wok- New dish

black pepper beef noodles red and green peppers tender beef strips and a black pepper sauce on a bed of noodles Anthonyrsquos

Pizza- Hot Hawaiian Pizza bacon pineapple onions and jalapenos topped with mozzarella cheese for that sweet and spicy kick

Charleyrsquos- Hot Hawaiian Sub chicken peppers pineapple and jalapenos and a sweet sauce cooked to perfection and served up just

for you

bull EXCHANGE MALL GNC and Exchange Mobile Wireless will be participating in the Family Fun Fitness Festival Motherrsquos Day is

right around the corner shop the Exchange for great gifts for Mom

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwshopmyexchangecom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomAAFESBXPX 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) HAROLD GREER 315-772-5685

bull MOTHERrsquoS DAY BRUNCH 12 May Buffet Brunch at the Commons 1100 am and 130 pm $1795 for adult and $795 for children 10 and under

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumFMWR Email erinkbarrettnafmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 4: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

April 2013 CLIF Notes 2

bull RESILIENCE TRAINING Module 1 15 May 930 am ndash 230 pm ACS For more information call 772-28480470 View our ACS Resilience Flier here bull ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (AFTB) SPRING MARATHON 20-24 May 900 am ndash 400 pm ACS For more information call 772-9229 View our AFTB Spring Marathon Flier here

bull FORT DRUM BUSINESS NETWORK GROUP 28 May ACS 500 pm-700 pm For more information call 772-9611 View our ERP Business Network Group Flier here

bull VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH CEREMONY 23 May 1100 am ndash 1200 pm The Commons For more information call 772-2899

ACS CALENDAR including all April events can be found by clicking this link May ACS Calendar

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomArmyCommunityServicehtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumACSOutreach

4 BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) MICHELLE RODEN 315 772-7807

bull BOOT 5K FUN RUN AND WALK Will be held on 25 May 900 am at Magrath Sports Complex upper parking lot Get your boots on for the 5K Boot Run to celebrate our military This race gives our runners the message of camaraderie and gratitude for those who serve our nation Click here for the 5K Boot Run Flier bull BOSS CENTERS What do the boss centers have to offer for you Welllet me tell you Xbox and PS3 with games free Wi-Fi movies large screen tvs with cable movie theater computers with CAC card capability outdoor patio and pavilion volunteer opportunities upcoming events and so much more Click her for the BOSS Center Flier

bull BOSS MEETINGS BOSS Representatives are invited to participate in a BOSS meeting Here you will learn about upcoming events that BOSS is hosting or supporting volunteer opportunities and an opportunity to bring up any quality of life issues Ask your brigade BOSS Representative when your next meeting is going to be held Click here for the BOSS Meeting Flier

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomBOSShtm

Click the hyperlinks Email Address michellemrodennafmailmil Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrumboss

5 CHAPEL CAROL BURKE 315-772-4451 bull INSTALLATION COMMAND CHAPLAIN A chaplain is always as close as a phone call away at 772-5591 After duty hours call 772-5647 and ask for the duty chaplain bull RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SUMMER BREAK will break for the summer on 19 May Be sure to watch for fall registration bull CATHOLIC 1ST COMMUNION will take place 11 May at 500 pm Mass

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email carolaburkecivmailmil Click the hyperlinks

6 CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) MICHELE CARLTONTERRI SPENCER 772-32141311

bull MAY BRINGS MULTIPLE ARMY MOVES Please consider your childs education when planning your move Contact the SLO office

for the phone number of the SLO at your next PCS station for the best transition

bull SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS May 21st is the budgetboard of education seat vote for all school districts Everyone 18 years old

by 21 May is an eligible voter for a school district You do not have to file your income taxes in NYS you do not have to own property in NYS and you do not have to have children in school to vote Please contact the SLO office if you are unsure of which school district you are eligible to vote in

bull KINDERGARTIN REGISTRATION Many schools hold kindergarten registrations in May Your child is eligible to attend

kindergarten in the fall if heshe turns 5 on or before December 1st 2013 Mandatory education begins at age 6 If you choose to not put your child in kindergarten at age 5 you may hold that child back for one year Contact your SLO for information on your school or click the following link to take view an information paper on local school district 2013 Kindergarten Registration Dates

April 2013 CLIF Notes 3

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Email michelelcarltonnafmailmil or terrilspencer6nafmailmil

7 CYSS SKIES DEB KENNEDY 315- 772-6551 bull DOODLEBUGS AND PEEWEE PICASSO ART PROGRAMS Tuesdays each week in May Doodlebugs is for ParentTots ages 2-3 and runs from 100 pm-130 pm and PeeWee Picasso is for parentspreschoolers ages 4-5 and runs from 145 pm-215 pm Students will learn basic art concepts and work with different mediums each week as they practice using glue sissors tape paint and following directions Cost per program is $2500 per month

bull CLAY 101 AND HANDBUILDING Students in grades K-12 can learn about clay and how to use the equipment in the classroom CLAY 101 is a mandatory class and is offered every Monday in May from 500 pm -545 pm Cost for the intro class is $500 per student and needs to be taken only once Handbuilding classes are every Thursday in May from 500 pm -700 pm and costs $1500 per class Students make different projects each class and will be able to bring projects home after they are fired in the kilns bull CREATIVE LEARNING SERIES A fun twist on educational programming ndash The Building Zone is held Thursdays in May Solve building problems and challenges with Legos Zoob Erector Sets and many more building supplies Class time is 530 pm-700 pm Cost per month for the program is $20 per youth ages 10-18 Coming in June ndash Creative Writing Fun NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomSKIEShtml

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumSkies Email deborahlkennedy14nafmailmil 8 CYSS SPORTS JON BURNARD 315-772-4102

bull START SMART RUNNING registration for ages 3-5 starts 26 April 2013 and is ongoing through June Click here for Youth

Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull FALL SOCCER Registration for ages 4-12 will begin May 28th

Click here for Youth Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Registration will be during the month of May for ages 5-16 Click here to visit website British Soccer

Note The Sports Office has moved to the old Youth Center Building P-10790 on Chapel Drive

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthSportshtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFORT-DRUM-MOUNTAINEER-CYSS-SPORTS214490878183 Email Jonathanmburnardnafmailmil

9 CYSS YOUTH CENTER STEVE FERGUSON 315- 772-6717 bull DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Is scheduled for 4 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 500 pm-700

pm The educational program will include trivia video and online interactive stories from survivors There is no cost for this event

bull MIDNIGHT SPORTS Is held on 10 May The program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 800 pm till Midnight

Cost of the event is $300 for members and $500 for non-members A school picture ID is required

bull ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE CELEBRATION Is scheduled for 22 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th

and runs from 500 pm-700 pm Educational programs and activities will be held as well as a food sampling There is no cost for

this event

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthServiceshtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-CYSS-YouthProgram370723860409

Email stevenafergusoncivmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 4

10 COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE 315-772-6185 bull MAY CASE LOT SALE has been cancelled due to the pending furlough The Commissary will have sidewalk sales during the nice days so look forward to some GOOD DEALS for the Memorial Day weekend NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwcommissariescomstoreshtmlstorecfmdodaac=hqcney

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomYourCommissary 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN 315-772-4483

bull FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION The Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Division will be holding Fire Education classes on 20 June 5 September and 5 December Start time is 900 am at bldg 219 The classes will focus on emergency evacuation and proper fire extinguisher use For Further information contact Fire Prevention at 772-4702 bullREMINDER We just turned our clocks ahead so it is time to change your batteries in your smoke detectors bull SPRING IS HERE With the weather improving there will be more children out playing in the housing areas Use caution and abide by the speed limits

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click the hyperlinks Email toddmjuliancivmailmil 12 EXCHANGE KEN LIMTIACO 315-773-5631 bull MAIN STORE Fun Events scheduled for May-- 11 May- Motherrsquos Day Crafts and Estee Lauder Lancocircme and Cliniquemdashmake over

event for Mothers from 100 pm-400 pm 18 May- Armed Forces Day Parade Spring is fast approaching visit the Exchange for all of

your outdoor living needs

bull MAIN FOOD COURT Subway-Featured Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ sauce Shredded Cheese

and your choice of veggies Captain Drsquos- Add a delicious order of Lobster Bites to any combo for just $99 Manchu Wok- New dish

black pepper beef noodles red and green peppers tender beef strips and a black pepper sauce on a bed of noodles Anthonyrsquos

Pizza- Hot Hawaiian Pizza bacon pineapple onions and jalapenos topped with mozzarella cheese for that sweet and spicy kick

Charleyrsquos- Hot Hawaiian Sub chicken peppers pineapple and jalapenos and a sweet sauce cooked to perfection and served up just

for you

bull EXCHANGE MALL GNC and Exchange Mobile Wireless will be participating in the Family Fun Fitness Festival Motherrsquos Day is

right around the corner shop the Exchange for great gifts for Mom

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwshopmyexchangecom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomAAFESBXPX 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) HAROLD GREER 315-772-5685

bull MOTHERrsquoS DAY BRUNCH 12 May Buffet Brunch at the Commons 1100 am and 130 pm $1795 for adult and $795 for children 10 and under

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumFMWR Email erinkbarrettnafmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 5: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

April 2013 CLIF Notes 2

bull RESILIENCE TRAINING Module 1 15 May 930 am ndash 230 pm ACS For more information call 772-28480470 View our ACS Resilience Flier here bull ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (AFTB) SPRING MARATHON 20-24 May 900 am ndash 400 pm ACS For more information call 772-9229 View our AFTB Spring Marathon Flier here

bull FORT DRUM BUSINESS NETWORK GROUP 28 May ACS 500 pm-700 pm For more information call 772-9611 View our ERP Business Network Group Flier here

bull VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH CEREMONY 23 May 1100 am ndash 1200 pm The Commons For more information call 772-2899

ACS CALENDAR including all April events can be found by clicking this link May ACS Calendar

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomArmyCommunityServicehtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumACSOutreach

4 BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) MICHELLE RODEN 315 772-7807

bull BOOT 5K FUN RUN AND WALK Will be held on 25 May 900 am at Magrath Sports Complex upper parking lot Get your boots on for the 5K Boot Run to celebrate our military This race gives our runners the message of camaraderie and gratitude for those who serve our nation Click here for the 5K Boot Run Flier bull BOSS CENTERS What do the boss centers have to offer for you Welllet me tell you Xbox and PS3 with games free Wi-Fi movies large screen tvs with cable movie theater computers with CAC card capability outdoor patio and pavilion volunteer opportunities upcoming events and so much more Click her for the BOSS Center Flier

bull BOSS MEETINGS BOSS Representatives are invited to participate in a BOSS meeting Here you will learn about upcoming events that BOSS is hosting or supporting volunteer opportunities and an opportunity to bring up any quality of life issues Ask your brigade BOSS Representative when your next meeting is going to be held Click here for the BOSS Meeting Flier

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomBOSShtm

Click the hyperlinks Email Address michellemrodennafmailmil Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrumboss

5 CHAPEL CAROL BURKE 315-772-4451 bull INSTALLATION COMMAND CHAPLAIN A chaplain is always as close as a phone call away at 772-5591 After duty hours call 772-5647 and ask for the duty chaplain bull RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SUMMER BREAK will break for the summer on 19 May Be sure to watch for fall registration bull CATHOLIC 1ST COMMUNION will take place 11 May at 500 pm Mass

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email carolaburkecivmailmil Click the hyperlinks

6 CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) MICHELE CARLTONTERRI SPENCER 772-32141311

bull MAY BRINGS MULTIPLE ARMY MOVES Please consider your childs education when planning your move Contact the SLO office

for the phone number of the SLO at your next PCS station for the best transition

bull SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS May 21st is the budgetboard of education seat vote for all school districts Everyone 18 years old

by 21 May is an eligible voter for a school district You do not have to file your income taxes in NYS you do not have to own property in NYS and you do not have to have children in school to vote Please contact the SLO office if you are unsure of which school district you are eligible to vote in

bull KINDERGARTIN REGISTRATION Many schools hold kindergarten registrations in May Your child is eligible to attend

kindergarten in the fall if heshe turns 5 on or before December 1st 2013 Mandatory education begins at age 6 If you choose to not put your child in kindergarten at age 5 you may hold that child back for one year Contact your SLO for information on your school or click the following link to take view an information paper on local school district 2013 Kindergarten Registration Dates

April 2013 CLIF Notes 3

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Email michelelcarltonnafmailmil or terrilspencer6nafmailmil

7 CYSS SKIES DEB KENNEDY 315- 772-6551 bull DOODLEBUGS AND PEEWEE PICASSO ART PROGRAMS Tuesdays each week in May Doodlebugs is for ParentTots ages 2-3 and runs from 100 pm-130 pm and PeeWee Picasso is for parentspreschoolers ages 4-5 and runs from 145 pm-215 pm Students will learn basic art concepts and work with different mediums each week as they practice using glue sissors tape paint and following directions Cost per program is $2500 per month

bull CLAY 101 AND HANDBUILDING Students in grades K-12 can learn about clay and how to use the equipment in the classroom CLAY 101 is a mandatory class and is offered every Monday in May from 500 pm -545 pm Cost for the intro class is $500 per student and needs to be taken only once Handbuilding classes are every Thursday in May from 500 pm -700 pm and costs $1500 per class Students make different projects each class and will be able to bring projects home after they are fired in the kilns bull CREATIVE LEARNING SERIES A fun twist on educational programming ndash The Building Zone is held Thursdays in May Solve building problems and challenges with Legos Zoob Erector Sets and many more building supplies Class time is 530 pm-700 pm Cost per month for the program is $20 per youth ages 10-18 Coming in June ndash Creative Writing Fun NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomSKIEShtml

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumSkies Email deborahlkennedy14nafmailmil 8 CYSS SPORTS JON BURNARD 315-772-4102

bull START SMART RUNNING registration for ages 3-5 starts 26 April 2013 and is ongoing through June Click here for Youth

Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull FALL SOCCER Registration for ages 4-12 will begin May 28th

Click here for Youth Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Registration will be during the month of May for ages 5-16 Click here to visit website British Soccer

Note The Sports Office has moved to the old Youth Center Building P-10790 on Chapel Drive

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthSportshtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFORT-DRUM-MOUNTAINEER-CYSS-SPORTS214490878183 Email Jonathanmburnardnafmailmil

9 CYSS YOUTH CENTER STEVE FERGUSON 315- 772-6717 bull DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Is scheduled for 4 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 500 pm-700

pm The educational program will include trivia video and online interactive stories from survivors There is no cost for this event

bull MIDNIGHT SPORTS Is held on 10 May The program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 800 pm till Midnight

Cost of the event is $300 for members and $500 for non-members A school picture ID is required

bull ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE CELEBRATION Is scheduled for 22 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th

and runs from 500 pm-700 pm Educational programs and activities will be held as well as a food sampling There is no cost for

this event

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthServiceshtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-CYSS-YouthProgram370723860409

Email stevenafergusoncivmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 4

10 COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE 315-772-6185 bull MAY CASE LOT SALE has been cancelled due to the pending furlough The Commissary will have sidewalk sales during the nice days so look forward to some GOOD DEALS for the Memorial Day weekend NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwcommissariescomstoreshtmlstorecfmdodaac=hqcney

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomYourCommissary 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN 315-772-4483

bull FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION The Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Division will be holding Fire Education classes on 20 June 5 September and 5 December Start time is 900 am at bldg 219 The classes will focus on emergency evacuation and proper fire extinguisher use For Further information contact Fire Prevention at 772-4702 bullREMINDER We just turned our clocks ahead so it is time to change your batteries in your smoke detectors bull SPRING IS HERE With the weather improving there will be more children out playing in the housing areas Use caution and abide by the speed limits

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click the hyperlinks Email toddmjuliancivmailmil 12 EXCHANGE KEN LIMTIACO 315-773-5631 bull MAIN STORE Fun Events scheduled for May-- 11 May- Motherrsquos Day Crafts and Estee Lauder Lancocircme and Cliniquemdashmake over

event for Mothers from 100 pm-400 pm 18 May- Armed Forces Day Parade Spring is fast approaching visit the Exchange for all of

your outdoor living needs

bull MAIN FOOD COURT Subway-Featured Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ sauce Shredded Cheese

and your choice of veggies Captain Drsquos- Add a delicious order of Lobster Bites to any combo for just $99 Manchu Wok- New dish

black pepper beef noodles red and green peppers tender beef strips and a black pepper sauce on a bed of noodles Anthonyrsquos

Pizza- Hot Hawaiian Pizza bacon pineapple onions and jalapenos topped with mozzarella cheese for that sweet and spicy kick

Charleyrsquos- Hot Hawaiian Sub chicken peppers pineapple and jalapenos and a sweet sauce cooked to perfection and served up just

for you

bull EXCHANGE MALL GNC and Exchange Mobile Wireless will be participating in the Family Fun Fitness Festival Motherrsquos Day is

right around the corner shop the Exchange for great gifts for Mom

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwshopmyexchangecom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomAAFESBXPX 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) HAROLD GREER 315-772-5685

bull MOTHERrsquoS DAY BRUNCH 12 May Buffet Brunch at the Commons 1100 am and 130 pm $1795 for adult and $795 for children 10 and under

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumFMWR Email erinkbarrettnafmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 6: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

April 2013 CLIF Notes 2

bull RESILIENCE TRAINING Module 1 15 May 930 am ndash 230 pm ACS For more information call 772-28480470 View our ACS Resilience Flier here bull ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (AFTB) SPRING MARATHON 20-24 May 900 am ndash 400 pm ACS For more information call 772-9229 View our AFTB Spring Marathon Flier here

bull FORT DRUM BUSINESS NETWORK GROUP 28 May ACS 500 pm-700 pm For more information call 772-9611 View our ERP Business Network Group Flier here

bull VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH CEREMONY 23 May 1100 am ndash 1200 pm The Commons For more information call 772-2899

ACS CALENDAR including all April events can be found by clicking this link May ACS Calendar

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomArmyCommunityServicehtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumACSOutreach

4 BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) MICHELLE RODEN 315 772-7807

bull BOOT 5K FUN RUN AND WALK Will be held on 25 May 900 am at Magrath Sports Complex upper parking lot Get your boots on for the 5K Boot Run to celebrate our military This race gives our runners the message of camaraderie and gratitude for those who serve our nation Click here for the 5K Boot Run Flier bull BOSS CENTERS What do the boss centers have to offer for you Welllet me tell you Xbox and PS3 with games free Wi-Fi movies large screen tvs with cable movie theater computers with CAC card capability outdoor patio and pavilion volunteer opportunities upcoming events and so much more Click her for the BOSS Center Flier

bull BOSS MEETINGS BOSS Representatives are invited to participate in a BOSS meeting Here you will learn about upcoming events that BOSS is hosting or supporting volunteer opportunities and an opportunity to bring up any quality of life issues Ask your brigade BOSS Representative when your next meeting is going to be held Click here for the BOSS Meeting Flier

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomBOSShtm

Click the hyperlinks Email Address michellemrodennafmailmil Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrumboss

5 CHAPEL CAROL BURKE 315-772-4451 bull INSTALLATION COMMAND CHAPLAIN A chaplain is always as close as a phone call away at 772-5591 After duty hours call 772-5647 and ask for the duty chaplain bull RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SUMMER BREAK will break for the summer on 19 May Be sure to watch for fall registration bull CATHOLIC 1ST COMMUNION will take place 11 May at 500 pm Mass

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email carolaburkecivmailmil Click the hyperlinks

6 CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) MICHELE CARLTONTERRI SPENCER 772-32141311

bull MAY BRINGS MULTIPLE ARMY MOVES Please consider your childs education when planning your move Contact the SLO office

for the phone number of the SLO at your next PCS station for the best transition

bull SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS May 21st is the budgetboard of education seat vote for all school districts Everyone 18 years old

by 21 May is an eligible voter for a school district You do not have to file your income taxes in NYS you do not have to own property in NYS and you do not have to have children in school to vote Please contact the SLO office if you are unsure of which school district you are eligible to vote in

bull KINDERGARTIN REGISTRATION Many schools hold kindergarten registrations in May Your child is eligible to attend

kindergarten in the fall if heshe turns 5 on or before December 1st 2013 Mandatory education begins at age 6 If you choose to not put your child in kindergarten at age 5 you may hold that child back for one year Contact your SLO for information on your school or click the following link to take view an information paper on local school district 2013 Kindergarten Registration Dates

April 2013 CLIF Notes 3

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Email michelelcarltonnafmailmil or terrilspencer6nafmailmil

7 CYSS SKIES DEB KENNEDY 315- 772-6551 bull DOODLEBUGS AND PEEWEE PICASSO ART PROGRAMS Tuesdays each week in May Doodlebugs is for ParentTots ages 2-3 and runs from 100 pm-130 pm and PeeWee Picasso is for parentspreschoolers ages 4-5 and runs from 145 pm-215 pm Students will learn basic art concepts and work with different mediums each week as they practice using glue sissors tape paint and following directions Cost per program is $2500 per month

bull CLAY 101 AND HANDBUILDING Students in grades K-12 can learn about clay and how to use the equipment in the classroom CLAY 101 is a mandatory class and is offered every Monday in May from 500 pm -545 pm Cost for the intro class is $500 per student and needs to be taken only once Handbuilding classes are every Thursday in May from 500 pm -700 pm and costs $1500 per class Students make different projects each class and will be able to bring projects home after they are fired in the kilns bull CREATIVE LEARNING SERIES A fun twist on educational programming ndash The Building Zone is held Thursdays in May Solve building problems and challenges with Legos Zoob Erector Sets and many more building supplies Class time is 530 pm-700 pm Cost per month for the program is $20 per youth ages 10-18 Coming in June ndash Creative Writing Fun NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomSKIEShtml

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumSkies Email deborahlkennedy14nafmailmil 8 CYSS SPORTS JON BURNARD 315-772-4102

bull START SMART RUNNING registration for ages 3-5 starts 26 April 2013 and is ongoing through June Click here for Youth

Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull FALL SOCCER Registration for ages 4-12 will begin May 28th

Click here for Youth Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Registration will be during the month of May for ages 5-16 Click here to visit website British Soccer

Note The Sports Office has moved to the old Youth Center Building P-10790 on Chapel Drive

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthSportshtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFORT-DRUM-MOUNTAINEER-CYSS-SPORTS214490878183 Email Jonathanmburnardnafmailmil

9 CYSS YOUTH CENTER STEVE FERGUSON 315- 772-6717 bull DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Is scheduled for 4 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 500 pm-700

pm The educational program will include trivia video and online interactive stories from survivors There is no cost for this event

bull MIDNIGHT SPORTS Is held on 10 May The program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 800 pm till Midnight

Cost of the event is $300 for members and $500 for non-members A school picture ID is required

bull ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE CELEBRATION Is scheduled for 22 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th

and runs from 500 pm-700 pm Educational programs and activities will be held as well as a food sampling There is no cost for

this event

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthServiceshtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-CYSS-YouthProgram370723860409

Email stevenafergusoncivmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 4

10 COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE 315-772-6185 bull MAY CASE LOT SALE has been cancelled due to the pending furlough The Commissary will have sidewalk sales during the nice days so look forward to some GOOD DEALS for the Memorial Day weekend NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwcommissariescomstoreshtmlstorecfmdodaac=hqcney

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomYourCommissary 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN 315-772-4483

bull FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION The Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Division will be holding Fire Education classes on 20 June 5 September and 5 December Start time is 900 am at bldg 219 The classes will focus on emergency evacuation and proper fire extinguisher use For Further information contact Fire Prevention at 772-4702 bullREMINDER We just turned our clocks ahead so it is time to change your batteries in your smoke detectors bull SPRING IS HERE With the weather improving there will be more children out playing in the housing areas Use caution and abide by the speed limits

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click the hyperlinks Email toddmjuliancivmailmil 12 EXCHANGE KEN LIMTIACO 315-773-5631 bull MAIN STORE Fun Events scheduled for May-- 11 May- Motherrsquos Day Crafts and Estee Lauder Lancocircme and Cliniquemdashmake over

event for Mothers from 100 pm-400 pm 18 May- Armed Forces Day Parade Spring is fast approaching visit the Exchange for all of

your outdoor living needs

bull MAIN FOOD COURT Subway-Featured Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ sauce Shredded Cheese

and your choice of veggies Captain Drsquos- Add a delicious order of Lobster Bites to any combo for just $99 Manchu Wok- New dish

black pepper beef noodles red and green peppers tender beef strips and a black pepper sauce on a bed of noodles Anthonyrsquos

Pizza- Hot Hawaiian Pizza bacon pineapple onions and jalapenos topped with mozzarella cheese for that sweet and spicy kick

Charleyrsquos- Hot Hawaiian Sub chicken peppers pineapple and jalapenos and a sweet sauce cooked to perfection and served up just

for you

bull EXCHANGE MALL GNC and Exchange Mobile Wireless will be participating in the Family Fun Fitness Festival Motherrsquos Day is

right around the corner shop the Exchange for great gifts for Mom

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwshopmyexchangecom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomAAFESBXPX 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) HAROLD GREER 315-772-5685

bull MOTHERrsquoS DAY BRUNCH 12 May Buffet Brunch at the Commons 1100 am and 130 pm $1795 for adult and $795 for children 10 and under

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumFMWR Email erinkbarrettnafmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 7: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

April 2013 CLIF Notes 3

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Email michelelcarltonnafmailmil or terrilspencer6nafmailmil

7 CYSS SKIES DEB KENNEDY 315- 772-6551 bull DOODLEBUGS AND PEEWEE PICASSO ART PROGRAMS Tuesdays each week in May Doodlebugs is for ParentTots ages 2-3 and runs from 100 pm-130 pm and PeeWee Picasso is for parentspreschoolers ages 4-5 and runs from 145 pm-215 pm Students will learn basic art concepts and work with different mediums each week as they practice using glue sissors tape paint and following directions Cost per program is $2500 per month

bull CLAY 101 AND HANDBUILDING Students in grades K-12 can learn about clay and how to use the equipment in the classroom CLAY 101 is a mandatory class and is offered every Monday in May from 500 pm -545 pm Cost for the intro class is $500 per student and needs to be taken only once Handbuilding classes are every Thursday in May from 500 pm -700 pm and costs $1500 per class Students make different projects each class and will be able to bring projects home after they are fired in the kilns bull CREATIVE LEARNING SERIES A fun twist on educational programming ndash The Building Zone is held Thursdays in May Solve building problems and challenges with Legos Zoob Erector Sets and many more building supplies Class time is 530 pm-700 pm Cost per month for the program is $20 per youth ages 10-18 Coming in June ndash Creative Writing Fun NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomSKIEShtml

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomFortDrumSkies Email deborahlkennedy14nafmailmil 8 CYSS SPORTS JON BURNARD 315-772-4102

bull START SMART RUNNING registration for ages 3-5 starts 26 April 2013 and is ongoing through June Click here for Youth

Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull FALL SOCCER Registration for ages 4-12 will begin May 28th

Click here for Youth Calendar - 2013 Youth Calendar

bull BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Registration will be during the month of May for ages 5-16 Click here to visit website British Soccer

Note The Sports Office has moved to the old Youth Center Building P-10790 on Chapel Drive

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthSportshtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFORT-DRUM-MOUNTAINEER-CYSS-SPORTS214490878183 Email Jonathanmburnardnafmailmil

9 CYSS YOUTH CENTER STEVE FERGUSON 315- 772-6717 bull DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Is scheduled for 4 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 500 pm-700

pm The educational program will include trivia video and online interactive stories from survivors There is no cost for this event

bull MIDNIGHT SPORTS Is held on 10 May The program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th and runs from 800 pm till Midnight

Cost of the event is $300 for members and $500 for non-members A school picture ID is required

bull ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE CELEBRATION Is scheduled for 22 May This program is open for youth in grades 6th-12th

and runs from 500 pm-700 pm Educational programs and activities will be held as well as a food sampling There is no cost for

this event

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomYouthServiceshtm Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-CYSS-YouthProgram370723860409

Email stevenafergusoncivmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 4

10 COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE 315-772-6185 bull MAY CASE LOT SALE has been cancelled due to the pending furlough The Commissary will have sidewalk sales during the nice days so look forward to some GOOD DEALS for the Memorial Day weekend NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwcommissariescomstoreshtmlstorecfmdodaac=hqcney

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomYourCommissary 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN 315-772-4483

bull FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION The Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Division will be holding Fire Education classes on 20 June 5 September and 5 December Start time is 900 am at bldg 219 The classes will focus on emergency evacuation and proper fire extinguisher use For Further information contact Fire Prevention at 772-4702 bullREMINDER We just turned our clocks ahead so it is time to change your batteries in your smoke detectors bull SPRING IS HERE With the weather improving there will be more children out playing in the housing areas Use caution and abide by the speed limits

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click the hyperlinks Email toddmjuliancivmailmil 12 EXCHANGE KEN LIMTIACO 315-773-5631 bull MAIN STORE Fun Events scheduled for May-- 11 May- Motherrsquos Day Crafts and Estee Lauder Lancocircme and Cliniquemdashmake over

event for Mothers from 100 pm-400 pm 18 May- Armed Forces Day Parade Spring is fast approaching visit the Exchange for all of

your outdoor living needs

bull MAIN FOOD COURT Subway-Featured Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ sauce Shredded Cheese

and your choice of veggies Captain Drsquos- Add a delicious order of Lobster Bites to any combo for just $99 Manchu Wok- New dish

black pepper beef noodles red and green peppers tender beef strips and a black pepper sauce on a bed of noodles Anthonyrsquos

Pizza- Hot Hawaiian Pizza bacon pineapple onions and jalapenos topped with mozzarella cheese for that sweet and spicy kick

Charleyrsquos- Hot Hawaiian Sub chicken peppers pineapple and jalapenos and a sweet sauce cooked to perfection and served up just

for you

bull EXCHANGE MALL GNC and Exchange Mobile Wireless will be participating in the Family Fun Fitness Festival Motherrsquos Day is

right around the corner shop the Exchange for great gifts for Mom

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwshopmyexchangecom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomAAFESBXPX 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) HAROLD GREER 315-772-5685

bull MOTHERrsquoS DAY BRUNCH 12 May Buffet Brunch at the Commons 1100 am and 130 pm $1795 for adult and $795 for children 10 and under

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumFMWR Email erinkbarrettnafmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 8: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

April 2013 CLIF Notes 4

10 COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE 315-772-6185 bull MAY CASE LOT SALE has been cancelled due to the pending furlough The Commissary will have sidewalk sales during the nice days so look forward to some GOOD DEALS for the Memorial Day weekend NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwcommissariescomstoreshtmlstorecfmdodaac=hqcney

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomYourCommissary 11 DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN 315-772-4483

bull FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION The Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Division will be holding Fire Education classes on 20 June 5 September and 5 December Start time is 900 am at bldg 219 The classes will focus on emergency evacuation and proper fire extinguisher use For Further information contact Fire Prevention at 772-4702 bullREMINDER We just turned our clocks ahead so it is time to change your batteries in your smoke detectors bull SPRING IS HERE With the weather improving there will be more children out playing in the housing areas Use caution and abide by the speed limits

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Click the hyperlinks Email toddmjuliancivmailmil 12 EXCHANGE KEN LIMTIACO 315-773-5631 bull MAIN STORE Fun Events scheduled for May-- 11 May- Motherrsquos Day Crafts and Estee Lauder Lancocircme and Cliniquemdashmake over

event for Mothers from 100 pm-400 pm 18 May- Armed Forces Day Parade Spring is fast approaching visit the Exchange for all of

your outdoor living needs

bull MAIN FOOD COURT Subway-Featured Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich Smokehouse BBQ sauce Shredded Cheese

and your choice of veggies Captain Drsquos- Add a delicious order of Lobster Bites to any combo for just $99 Manchu Wok- New dish

black pepper beef noodles red and green peppers tender beef strips and a black pepper sauce on a bed of noodles Anthonyrsquos

Pizza- Hot Hawaiian Pizza bacon pineapple onions and jalapenos topped with mozzarella cheese for that sweet and spicy kick

Charleyrsquos- Hot Hawaiian Sub chicken peppers pineapple and jalapenos and a sweet sauce cooked to perfection and served up just

for you

bull EXCHANGE MALL GNC and Exchange Mobile Wireless will be participating in the Family Fun Fitness Festival Motherrsquos Day is

right around the corner shop the Exchange for great gifts for Mom

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwshopmyexchangecom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomAAFESBXPX 13 FAMILY AND MORALE WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) HAROLD GREER 315-772-5685

bull MOTHERrsquoS DAY BRUNCH 12 May Buffet Brunch at the Commons 1100 am and 130 pm $1795 for adult and $795 for children 10 and under

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomDrumFMWR Email erinkbarrettnafmailmil

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 9: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

April 2013 CLIF Notes 5

14 FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 315-955-6810 bull HOMES AVAILABLE

Brand new four bedroom homes for Junior NCO (SGT-SSG) with short wait times All Soldiers and Families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

JENL (PVT-SPC) three and four bedroom homes also available to newly arriving Families Contact the Welcome Home Center for details 315-955-6644

The Timbers has one and two bedroom apartments available today for unaccompanied Soldiers (SSG and above) Contact the Timbers Leasing Office 315-777-8000

bull INTERIOR DESIGN CONTEST Calling all decorators Show us how you have turned your house into a place you can really call home for a chance to win a shopping spree to Pier One Photos (no more than five) can be turned into one of the community centers or emailed to contestsfdmchcom by 31 May This is an exclusive contest for residents of Mountain Community Homes

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwfortdrummchcom

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcomfortdrummch

15 HOUSING BILL BAMANN 315-772-7256 bull OFF-POST HOUSING RESOURCES The off-post rental housing market has plenty of vacancies available with ongoing deployments as well as new construction as of 18 March 2013 there are over 6 vacancies in rentals being reported from the arearsquos largest apartment complexes Go to the Fort Drum Housing website for information and links to resources There are some 1100 new market rental housing units in various stages of construction being delivered now with a larger number ready this Spring (2013) and continuing through 2014 bull COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issues Stop in or call 772-6883772-9397 to speak to a counselor NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumarmymilPublicWorksPagesHousingaspx Click the hyperlinks Email williamlbamannusarmymil

16 NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSESrsquo CLUB (NCSC) MARY JANSEN PRESIDENT bull 2013-2014 BOARD INDUCTION amp LUNCHEON 16 May at 1200 pm at the Commons bull SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION 22 May at 600 pm location TBD

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website httpnorthcountryspousesclubweeblycom Click the hyperlinks Emails NorthCountrySpousesClubweeblycom NCSCPresidentgmailcom

17 McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 315-772-9099

bull DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY 14 May Dance like a Chicken Day is for those who like to do the Chicken Dancerdquo We will have at least one 15 minute ldquoChicken Dance Breakrdquo during the day time to be determined Come in and dance with us bull COASTIE THE SAFETY BOAT 31 May at 1000 am a visiting ambassador of the Coast Guard Auxiliary COASTIE is coming to the libraryrsquos story time to educate and instruct participants of all ages about water safety So kids bring your mom and dad along Before you go swimming or boating this summer learn the safe way to do things Coastie the Safety Boat NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomlibraryhtm

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesRobert-C-McEwen Library269047099442 Email allenrgoudienafmailmil Online Card Catalog wwwmylibraryusfmwrnetsearch~S24 Blackberry or iPhone Access wwwmylibraryusmobilefmwrnet

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 10: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

April 2013 CLIF Notes 6

18 MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 315-772-4024 bull MEDDAC CLINIC FURLOUGH DRESS REHEARSAL will be conducted on 12 April All MEDDAC clinics will be operating at 50 reduced staffing with the exception of Connor Troop Medical Clinic Please be prepared for possible longer than usual wait time If the actual furlough happens our reduced hours andor staffing will be every Monday and Friday The modified schedule will be posted on MEDDACrsquos website Facebook and in the Mountaineer bull ARMY PROVIDER LEVEL SATISFACTION SURVEY Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey aka APLSS (pronounced APPLES) provides you with the ability to use your voice to help your MEDDAC meet or exceed your health care needs Each survey returned could bring $500 back to the facility to help us improve your service Surveys are received in the mail to randomly chosen patients within 3-5 days after their doctorrsquos visit Please remember to keep your demographic information updated with us so that your voice can be heard bull FLU HOTLINE amp VACCINES Protect yourself against influenza Take the first and most important step get a flu vaccine For more information on daystimes please call the Flu Hotline at (315) 772-5044 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrumameddarmymil

Click the hyperlinks Facebook wwwfacebookcompagesUS-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY291076844239665

19 MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY 315-772-4806

bull WATER AEROBICS are conducted Monday thru Thursday 900 am - 1000 am Open to all authorized users

bull SWIMMING LESSONS AT MONTI Soldier Swim Lessons Tuesday 1200 pm ndash 12 30 pm Beginner and Non Swimmers Thursday

1230 pm - 100 pm Lessons are first come first serve and are limited to 5 participants No reservations will be taken except for the

day of the lesson by stopping at the pool desk or calling 772-4807

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwdrummwrcomPhysicalFitnessCentershtm

Click the hyperlinks Email terrylbuckley2nafmailmil

20 OFF THE BEATIN PATH GIFTS (OTBP) CHRIS RYAN 315-774-0253 bull MAPLE PRODUCTS Maple Sugar Lollipops and candy bags now available at the gift shop NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomotbpgifts

Click the hyperlinks Email OTBPGiftshopgmailcom

21 PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER 315-777-4496 bull STORYTIME AT MCEWEN LIBRARY FORT DRUM 14 May at 1000 am ldquoFriendshiprdquo 21 May at 1000 am ldquoClick Beetlerdquo

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Website wwwmilitarychildorg

Click the hyperlinks Email ptopdrummilitarychildorg

22 PARKS amp RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 315-772-6568 bull ATV SAFETY CLASS will be held every May 8

th 11

th 22

nd 25

th and 29

th Cost is $5 per person to get certified so that you can join

us on our ATV Rides You must be properly dressed for this class wearing long sleeved shirts pants boots and gloves You must pre-

register for these classes because space is limited Click here for the ATV Safety Class Flier ATV Ride at Tug Hill will be held on May

4th

We will be departing Parks amp Recreation at 900 am and returing about 400 pm Please view our ATV Ride Flier for additional

information

April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

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April 2013 CLIF Notes 7

bull FORT DRUM HIKING CLUB will be hiking at local areas In May we will be hiking at High Peaks For exact dates and times please

visit Fort Drum Recreation Facebook page

bull ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION will be held from 13-17 May for active duty Soldiers or spouses with power of Attonery and 21-

23 May it will be open to the public For more information please see the Abandoned Vehicle Auction Flier or call 315-772-7902

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook httpwwwfacebookcompagesFort-Drum-Recreation546416075378830ref=hl

Click the hyperlinks Website wwwdrummwrcomParksandRecreationhtm Email eugenewspencer2nafmailmil

23 SAFETY JOHN DROZD 315-772-3022

bull SPRINGSUMMER SAFETY TIPS The link below will take you to the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) SpringSummer Safety Brochure which provides tips on safely enjoying a variety of summer activities- Spring-Summer Safety Brochure - IMCOM Safety Office

bull TICK BITE PREVENTION There has been an increase in tick bites this past summer With spring approaching there will be a media campaign on education and prevention of tick bites and potential Lyme disease symptoms If you are gardening or hiking in the woods wear long sleeve shirts long pants and over the ankle boots Apply DEET to exposed skin and Permethin to clothing and conduct daily tick checks following potential exposure Use the following link and click on Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Diseases to learn more Army Public Health Command Tick Prevention Website

bull MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES If your military spouse is considering buying or riding a motorcycle this summer remind them they must take a mandatory Motorcycle Safety Foundation course offered by the safety office free of charge before they can ride on or off-poston or off-duty They can sign up click here for the Army IMCOM Registration System (AIRS) Website Questions on registration Call the Command Safety Office at 772-5352 NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email johndrozdusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

24 USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 315-774-0356 bull INSPIRATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VIDEO Watch this inspirational video featuring former Fort Drum spouse Kat Causey talking about her experience being notified her Soldier was injured in Afghanistan and the way she found (and finds) comfort in volunteering- httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=A22DxieKgv8 bull DANCING AT THE USO USO Fort Drum offers break dancing classes on Mondays from 5-7pm and Latin dance classes on Thursdays from 7-9pm Monthly Arts amp Class program the first Saturday of each month ndash visit our Facebook page for class schedule and registration information wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum or email usoftdrumusoorg

bull INTERESTED IN BECOMING A USO VOLUNTEER Log onto the USO Website to register New Volunteer Orientation dates will be posted on our Facebook page Questions Contact Molly Manning Volunteer Coordinator 315-777-8006 or

mmanningusoorg NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Facebook wwwfacebookcomUSOFortDrum

Click the hyperlinks Email kclarkusoorg or usoftdrumusoorg

25 VETERINARY SERVICES CPT JULIE BROWN 315-772-4278 bull PET TRAVEL Pets are required to have a veterinary exam before airline travel including flights within the US International destinations have additional requirements some of which must be initiated 3-6 months before travel Please contact us (or stop by) for details as soon as you find out about upcoming OCONUS travel NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email juliepbrownusarmymil

Click the hyperlinks

April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

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April 2013 CLIF Notes 8

26 VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 315-646-7080 bull 22ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOOD (IFF) PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE Save money and buy early

$12 presale (12 and up) and $15 at the door Whoever sells the most pre-sale tickets will win 2 FREE adult tickets

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email volsupfundgmailcom Click the hyperlinks Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomVolunteerSupportFund

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 13: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

DATES TO REMEMBER

April 2013

43 CLIF (Meeting Cancelled) Electronic Distro Only 44 USO Month of the Military Child Ice Cream Social 1400-1600 USO 49 Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing 1800 The Commons 410 For Fatherrsquos Only Class 0800 ACS 412 DFMWR Luau 1830-2130 The Commons 417 Holocaust Days of Remembrance 1130 The Commons 418 Annual Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700 The Commons 419 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium 420 Earth Day 5K Fun RunWalk 0900 Magrath Sports Complex 424 Family Support Huddle 1000-1130 Eagles Nest 424 Civilian of the Quarter Luncheon 1130-1300 The Commons 425 Volunteer of Month Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 426 Division DONSA 427 National Prescription Take Back Day 1000-1400 ExChange Lobby 427 Taste of the Town 1100 Dulles State Office Building 427 Warrior Run- USO Military Appreciation Wave 1300 Labrador Mountain-SYR 429 Arbor Day Celebration 1000-1030 Chapel Drive CDC

May 2013

51 CLIF 1000 The Commons 52 ACAP Career Fair 1000-1400 The Commons 53 VSF International Food Festival 1630 The Commons 58 Fort Drum Information Town Hall Meeting 1030-1200 The Commons 59 Military Spouse Appreciation Day 0900-1500 Remington Park 512 Motherrsquos Day Brunch 1100-1330 The Commons 515 Armed Forces Day Luncheon 1200 Hilton Garden Inn 516 Volunteer of the Month Recognition Ceremony 1100-1130 The Commons 516 NCSC Board Induction amp Luncheon 1200 The Commons 518 Watertown Armed Forces Day Parade 1000 Watertown 518 17

th Annual Youth Fishing Derby 1200-1600 Remington Park Cranberry Pavilion

518 USO Big Band Bash 1900-2300 Watertown Elks 522 Family Support Huddle 1000 Eagles Nest 523 Division Safety Day Run 0700 Hays Hall 524 Division DONSA 527 Memorial Day- Federal Holiday 529 Asian AmericanPacific Islander Heritage 1130-1300 The Commons

Month Observance 530 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1630 Memorial Park 531 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium

Page 14: April 2013 clif notes and dtr

The Dates to Remember is not an all inclusive list of the wonderful events happening here on Fort Drum Please take advantage of using the Preview the Mountaineer the 10

th Mountain Division MWR ACS Facebook pages Fort Drum website and other various avenues to learn about all the

happenings here on Fort Drum As of 412013

June 2013 65 CLIF 1000-1100 The Commons

65 AUSA Annual Birthday Dinner 1800-2100 The Commons 67 Fort Drum Education Graduation 1900-2100 The Commons

69 US Army Soldier Show 1500-1700 Magrath Gym 612 For Fathers Only Class 0800 ACS 613 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony 1100 The Commons 614 Armyrsquos BirthdayFlag Day 620 Fort Drum Riverfest Alex Bay 621 Division DONSA 624-28 Mountainfest Week 625 Annual Mountain Remembrance Ceremony 1000-1100 Memorial Park 626 Family Support Huddle 1000-1100 Eagles Nest 626 Salute to the Nation 1700-1800 Division Hill 628 Retirement Ceremony 1600 Main Post Auditorium