L IKE US ON FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/ miamifmwr SPOTLIGHT ON THE HOLIDAY PARTY! United States Army Garrison-Miami Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation 9301 NW 33 rd Street Doral, Florida 33172 Director - 305.437.2720 Sign up for THE MWR eNews. Send an e-mail to: southcom.miami.sc-cc. [email protected]1 2 3 5 8 11 http://miami.armymwr.com January/February 2016 SPOTLIGHT: CALENDAR OF EVENTS WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER / SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO Photos by Maj. Lisa Brownebanic, SOUTHCOM J8
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SPOTLIGHT ON THEHOLIDAY PARTY!
United States Army Garrison-MiamiDirectorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation9301 NW 33rd StreetDoral, Florida 33172Director - 305.437.2720
When Love, Marriage & Money Come Together, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom26 - Miami Tour, 9am-4pm
Real World Retirement Planning, 1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom
MARCH
16 - May 31 - Military Emergency Relief Campaign
18 - St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, 12-2pm, Fitness Center
22 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am-4pm, ACS Classroom
24 - First Term Finance/Financial Survival, 8am-4pm, ACS Classroom
BROWARD - www.sunny.org/events/
ArtsPark Movie Night, every Friday, 8-10pm. Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500. free, http://hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx.
Broadwalk Friday Fest, every Friday, 7:30-9pm, Charnow Park / Garfield Community Center, 300 Connecticut St., Hollywood, FL 33019, 954.921.3404, free, http://www.hollywoodfl .org/Calendar.aspx.
Funtastic Fridays for Kids, every Friday, 5-9:30pm, Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500, http://www.visithollywoodfl.org/events.aspx.
Dream Car Classic Car Show, recurring monthly on the 1st Sunday, 10am-3pm, Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL, 954.825.1027, free, The Downtown
Hollywood Dream Car Classic Car Show features dozens of classic cars, trucks and other vehicles of interest. Vehicle registration is $20. To pre-register for the Dream Car Classic, visit wwwCobraJoeProductions.com. Vehicles will be registered the morning of the show as space permits. Participation limited to 85 vehicles. Awards for the Top 30 vehicles and the People’s Choice Award.
MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches.com/events
Perez Art Musuem Miami (PAMM) Free every first Thursday 10am-9pm. Active U.S. Military free with ID. 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 33132, 305.375.3000. Free Second Saturdays, Monthly program with art-making, family friendly tours, and music. 1-4pm. http://www.pamm.org/. Free Second Saturday, January 9, http://www.miamiandbeaches.com/event/pamm-free-second-saturdays/24406.
City of Miami Beach Arts in the Parks presents its SoundScape Cinema Series, FREE movies under the stars at SoundScape. Showtime is 8pm RAIN OR SHINE unless otherwise noted. The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies. New World Center: Miami Beach SoundScape ExoStage, 500 17th St., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305.673.7577, The Queen, Jan 13; The Boy Friend, Jan 20; Fantastic Four, Jan 27; Selma, Feb 3; Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Feb 10; Terminator
Genisys, Feb 17; Mars Attacks! Feb 24; Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2, Mar 2; Rent, Mar 9; Austin Powers in Goldmember, Mar 16; Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, Mar 23; Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation, Mar 30. http://www.mbculture.com.
Sensory Saturdays at Miami Children’s Museum (MCM) One Saturday a month, January 9, 9-11am MCM will turn into an environment designed specifically for children with special needs and their families. MCM will be closed to the public to avoid large crowds, while providing modified lighting, sound adjustments and “cool down” rooms available for children to relax in. Special programming will include yoga, art and music therapy and more. Admission to this event is at a reduced rate and attendance is limited. Pre-registration for these events is required. For more information or to RSVP please email [email protected].
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS - http://www.miamidade.gov/parks/calendar.asp
Campfire & Owl Walk at Bill Sadowski Park, Jan 22, 7:30-9pm., Enjoy an evening of discovery in the world of owls! Start the night with
a presentation all about these nocturnal birds before entering the nature trails to search for them with a guide. See the difference of the park after dark and encounter other nocturnal natives such as raccoons and night spiders. Meets at park EcoCenter; bring comfortable closed-toe shoes, insect repellant, and a flashlight. Bring marshmallows to roast on our campfire following the walk. $6/person. If you need materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, and/or any accommodation to participate in this meeting, call 305.666.5885 or email [email protected] at least five days in advance. EcoCenter, 17555 SW 79 Avenue, Miami, FL 33157, 305.255.4767. https://rms.miamidade.gov/Saturn/Activities/Details.aspx?session_id=54350&back_url=fi9BY3Rpdml0aWVzL1NlYXJjaC5hc3B4
MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys.com/calendarofevents/
Orange Bowl Swimming Classic, Jan 3. Some of the best college swimmers - and perhaps future Olympians - in the country compete at
Jacobs Aquatic Center, mile marker (MM) 99.6 oceanside, in a competition that is part of the celebration surrounding the annual Orange Bowl college football game in Miami. Spectators are invited to attend this free event and meet the swimmers and coaches. Warm-up is set for 10 am., meets are scheduled noon-2pm. 305.453.7946, http://jacobsaquaticcenter.org/?page_id=26
Fourth Annual Baygrass Bluegrass Festival, Jan 16-17, featuring several great Oldgrass, Newgrass and a blend of next generation Bluegrass as well as some tasteful variations of the genre. Tickets to be available in advance online and at the gate, the day of event. ICE Amphitheater, MM 87 bayside at Founders Park. Bring blankets and lawn chairs, coolers are not permitted. Food and beverages sold at the event. Contact: Robby McClung 305.587.0901.
Uncorked - the Key Largo and Islamorada Food & Wine Festival, Jan 7-17, The 10-day food, wine
and spirits showcase features 30-plus savory events to please virtually every palate and budget, spread among numerous Upper Keys venues with fresh, locally sourced seafood and international-style dishes. The festival’s outdoor ‘A Grand Tasting,’ is set for Jan. 16. What better reason to ‘Uncork’ and unwind in the Florida Keys. Contact: Sue Finney 305.394.3736, [email protected], http://www.floridakeysuncorked.com/.
The Florida Keys Celtic Festival, Jan 8-10. Some of America’s most celebrated Celtic musical masters are to be featured at the Marathon Community Park, MM 49. The festival will also feature Irish and Scottish dancing, Highland athletics, Celtic merchandise, food and beverage booths and children’s activities. 941.625.8544, [email protected], http://www.celticheritageproductions.com/keys.htm.
On November 5th, ACS hosted an annual Military Family Action Plan Town hall. The community answered the call by phoning in to submit their suggestions on ways to improve the community. The Military Family Action Plan (MFAP) Virtual Town Hall is your tool to voice your quality of life issues to military leadership. The children from CYSS did just that by sharing their problems that affect readiness and well-being. Most children do not have the words to express their anger, sadness, frustration, embarrassment, happiness or joy. Understanding emotions is a critical part of children’s overall development. It is up to adults to teach children to understand and deal with their emotions in appropriate ways. They are experiencing many new, exciting things for the first time. It can be overwhelming! We need to be sure we always validate our children’s emotions. We are incorporating in School Age Care curriculum ways to teach them how to use words to express their emotions. Also, we are exploring what might make the children feel their emotions. For example, one of the exercises we did last week, I asked the children to mention words that describe their worries and they said:• Not getting hurt by bugs • My Mom getting hurt• My grades and gymnastics
• My Mom worrying so much• My Dad not getting hurt• My baby brother getting hurt by big kids
• Forgetting stuff• My brother, I miss him
When asked, “How does WORRY feel,” the children responded:• Stressed• Angry• Stomach pain• Nervous• Scared• Mad• Confused• Sad• Crying
The children mentioned some of the ways they get over worry:• Joy• Happy• Studying & saying I can do it• When I see her happy• Video games • Ice cream• My Dad tickling me• Counting to 10• Being silly• Yoga
Other MFAP Issues
The following issues were received from
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWSthe 5 December 2015 Town Hall:• Lack of commissary (issue received
via telephone conversation) - Financial hardship location (issue received via armyonesource.com)
• Lack of commissary (issue received in writing)
• Need for covered seating outside main walk-through gate at SOUTHCOM and near Garrison building (issue received via Education Fair at Garrison Gym.)
Military Family Action Plan 2014-2015
All issues reported at the conference, which was held October 17, 2014, were resolved by the Quality of Life Committee and Steering Committee:
• COLA • Relocation Support• Civilians are Expected to Work Nine-
Hour Days With or Without Breaks • Work out hours for military personnel • Training Opportunities for Civilian and
Military Personnel • Language Barrier Exists in the
Homestead Air Reserve Base (HARB)and Southern Command Regional Area
• Dislocation Allowance for South Florida is Inadequate
• “Interstate Compact or Education Opportunity for Military Children’ publication, distribution and enforcement
• National Association of Child care Resources & Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) Childcare Services within 20 mile Radius of Homestead Air Reserve Base (HARB)
• U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Lacks DeCA Funded and Build Commissary
• Military Clothing and Sales • Family Medical Support Structure • Veterans Affairs benefits for parents
who qualify for Parental Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
• TRICARE Education • On Post Medical Clinic Does Not Treat
Emergencies for Civilians
Pictured, Back: Alyssa Smith, Olivia Williams, Daniella Cabezas, Steven Gonzalez. Front: Astin Farrior, Christopher Gonzalez, Grace Shirley. Photo by Sherri Pelrine
Photo by Francisco Brizuela
Child, Youth and School (CYS) Services Distributes Holiday Toys
For the fifth year, Operation HomeFront
Florida (OHFL) supported military families
by distributing toys to more than 250
USSOUTHCOM families on December 4,
2015.
Thanks to our ongoing partnership with
OHFL, CYS Services was able to bring
smiles to many military-connected children
during the winter holidays.
CYSS Celebrates Thanksgiving with Parents
November 18, 2015 was a great
day for parents to celebrate
Thanksgiving at the Child
Development Center (CDC.)
CDC cooks, Ms. Bernice Hill and
Ms. Brandy Boston, prepared a
traditional meal including baked
turkey, stuffing, corn bread and
other goodies that our children
and parents enjoyed.
The children prepared the entertainment
and presentations throughout the CDC.
The children from Infant, Pre-
Toddler, Toddler, pre-school, and
Strong Beginnings were excited
to be part of this very important
yearly event. Thank you to all
parents who attended. CYS
Services is very proud of its
early childhood and School Age
programs.
Photos by Francisco Brizuela
CYS SERVICES NEWS
WHAT’S UP IN MWR?Southcom runners go to the Army Ten-Miler
Every year, Family and MWR Sports and Fitness
sends the top 10 runners, (two females and
eight males,) to represent the command at the
Army Ten-Miler. This year was the U.S. Army's 31st
Front row, left to right: PO3 Anthony Perez, Maj Beth Rosario, COL Lisa Garcia, CPT Anthony Stong, CPT Jason Morales, CW2 Stephen Barber, Lt. Col Christopher Hogue
Back row, left to right:MAJ Everette (Bud) Lacroix, PO3 David Terpstra, COL Richard Navarro
Renato Holder, Karla Palmonio, Panos Rabias, Teresa Garcia, Kevin Calhoun, Carlos Mercado, Jesus Romero, Ada Ortiz
Daniel Theriault, Anthony Johnson, Carlos Mercado, Panos Rabias, Anthony Stong, Johnson children. Photos by Wendy Mercado
Monday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-1315 Yoga1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Tuesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free0600-0700 Indoor Cycling Lisa1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-1315 Yoga 1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank - Free
Schedule is subject to change$3 per class or $25 for 10 classes
Pay with cash, check or credit cardPlease arrive on time for class
First Come – First Served
Hours of OperationMonday – Thursday: 0500 – 2100, Friday: 0500 - 2000Saturday and Sunday: 1000 – 1700, closed on holidaysOpen to Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military & their Dependents305.437.0123/0124
Friday1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Monica1130-1230 Yoga1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Wednesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Thursday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free0600-0700 Indoor Cycling Lisa1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
All employees (no guests) may use the near
Olympic-sized swimming pool at: Miami-Dade Public Safety
Training Institute9601 NW 58th Street
Miami, FL 33178305.715.5000
Monday - Friday, 6am-6pm
To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse,
contact Family Advocacy, 305.437.2734
After duty hours Spouse Abuse - 911
Child Abuse -1.800.96A.BUSE or
1.800.962.2873
What is Army Family Team Building?
Army Family Team Building (AFTB) is a series of training modules that improves personal and Family preparedness, enhancing overall Army readiness and helping America’s Army adapt to a changing world.
Why Should I Attend AFTB? AFTB helps you to cope with and enjoy the military lifestyle. Many of the courses can be applied toward resume’ and career building, self-development and leadership skills. Active duty Soldiers can earn promotion points for participating in the training. AFTB provides the knowledge and self-confidence to take responsibility for yourself and your Family. The training is available to Soldiers, Family members of all Soldiers, Department of Defense civilians and volunteers.
AFTB Level I: Basic information about the Army information about the Army.
AFTB Level II: Enhance Personal skills
AFTB Level III: Develop leadership skills
Classes are available online. Contact the AFTB program manager at [email protected] or at 305.437.2667 for other training requirements.
How do I get to the classes online? Go to www.myarmyonesource.com. Click Login (at the top of the page) and enter User Name and Password. Please create an account if you have not done so. Select Online Training (at the top of the page, right side.) Select the course you want to take.*
* In order for your course to register as being fully completed, you MUST click on the ‘Return To Training’ button on the last page of the
course. To print your certificate, return to this page after completing the course. An icon will be available to allow certificate printing.
BROWARD COUNTY - [email protected]. SOCSOUTH - www.facebook.com/groups/socsouthredfam
The Zip Code Groups at USSOUTHCOM are organized by place of residence and offer an opportunity to meet new friends. The groups also provide a channel for spouses to get information about what happens at the command and in the surrounding civilian communities. The Zip Code Groups are a means of social interaction and camaraderie for spouses similar to that provided by the Officers and Enlisted Spouses Groups located on traditional military bases. The Zip Code Groups are organized in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2644 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:
Zip Code Group Coordinators
ZIP CODE GROUPS
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)
ADCO, ASAP Program Manager - Guy W. Drab, [email protected] 305.437.3078Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs - Cheryl A. Davis, [email protected] 305.437.2932ASAP Clinical Program Administrator - Marilou Balch, [email protected] 305.437.3085Drug Testing Coordinators (DTC) - Wanda Laureano, [email protected]; Connie Sova, [email protected] 305.437.1744 / 2428Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) - Carmen Rivera Martinez, [email protected] 305.437.3076
USSOUTHCOM
Clinic Office hours: 0700-1600 For appointments call 305.437.3559 Services TRICARE enrolled membersTRICARE Service Centers 1.800.444.5445 Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa LockaDomestic Violence/Child Abuse FAP Treatment/Behavioral Health 305.437.0519Family Counseling Center 305.437.3086Housing Referral 305.437.2642Education Service 305.437.2287Carlson Wagonlit 1.800.579.6681
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR)
Office of Administration: Director - Sheryl Byrd, [email protected] 305.437.2720 Administration - Sherry Good, [email protected] 305 .437.2409 Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, [email protected] 305.437.1144 Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, [email protected] 305.437.3149E-mail: southcom.miami.usag.mbx-mwr-customer-service@ mail.milToll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604
Recreation Services
Special Events/BOSS - Community Recreation Manager Stephen Ondriezek 305.437.2627 [email protected] Leisure Travel Services - Eric Ruiz, 305.437.1595
Sport and Fitness Fitness Center 305.437.0123 / 0124 Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, [email protected]; Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, francisco.same.naf@ mail.mil; Angelique Williams, angelique.s.williams.naf@ mail.mil; Jose Fernandez, jose.a.fernandez107.naf@mail. mil; Alci Montero, [email protected]; Arthurlyn Mitcham: [email protected]
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) 305.437.1141CYSS Coordinator - Francisco Brizuela, [email protected] Administration - Mary Gomez, [email protected] Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, [email protected] Based Program Manager/CDC Trainer - Edna Quinones, [email protected] Services Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, [email protected] Liaison Officer - Joyce Kennedy, [email protected]
Family Programs Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, [email protected] 305.437.2644Community Support Coordinator - Sybil J. Allison 305.437.1407Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Zimmelman, [email protected] 305.437.2645Employment Readiness - Joe Pagan, [email protected] 305.437.2639Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, [email protected] 305.437.2734Sexual Assault Response Coordinator - Vacant 305.437.1137 Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - John Shoupe, [email protected] 305.437.2178Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - Vincent Luongo, vincent.luongo4.ctr@mail. 305.437.0142 Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, [email protected] 305.437.2667SHARP Victim Advocate - Edward Wilhite, [email protected] 305.437.2653
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER
WHO’S WHO IN MWR
Volunteer!Military Lounge Armed Forces Service Center, which was the USO 17 years ago, is seeking volunteers. The center is located in Terminal E at Miami International Airport. The center provides hospitality for men and women in uniform, veterans, retirees, and their families, and is open 365 days a year. There are three shifts, 9am-1pm, 1-5pm, and 5-9pm.) The Armed Forces Service Center fields, on average, 1,200 requests a month. If interested in this volunteer opportunity, please call Angel M. Rodriquez at the Armed Forces Service Center, 305.409.2207.
Additional volunteer opportunities include: ACS Front Desk Clerk, Tax Office, ACS Volunteer Supervisor, ACS Front Desk Clerk position description listed on www.myarmyonsource.com.
Volunteer Management Information System(VMIS)1. Using Internet Explorer, go to www. Myarmyonesource.com. If you are not already registered on the site, click on Register at the top right. Click on the Join Now button in the middle of the page on the right. Complete the registration form and select USAG-Miami in the Military Affiliation drop-box under HQ IMCOM.2. Once registered, you can log in. Click on the Volunteer Tools located in upper right hand corner of the webpage.3. Click on the Volunteer Profile. Complete all requested information in the volunteer profile. Be sure to enter the last four digits only of your social security number and save the page. This will ensure you are registered volunteer.4. You can use the Volunteer Opportunities tab to locate volunteer opportunities on the installation. If you want to volunteer off the installation, click on the Army Community Service link provides a generic volunteer position description- Special Projects Volunteer-for all off-post volunteer opportunities.5. Once you locate a volunteer opportunity, click on the position of interest. This will supply with a detailed outline of the position including the organization contact person. If you want to apply for the position, click on the Apply button on the top right of the position description.6. If you have questions or concerns about the process, contact Mary Ortiz, Volunteer Coordinator, 305.437.2667 or [email protected].
The Bugle Boy is an unofficial, bimonthly publication of the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, U.S. Army Garrison-Miami, and is published for members of the United States Southern Command. Contents of The Bugle Boy are not necessarily the official views of, or are endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Southern Command. The distribution, mention or use of any sponsor’s products, services, or funds by the U.S. Southern Command does not express or imply an endorsement of the sponsor. All submissions are subject to editing. The appearance of advertising in this newsletter does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army, the U. S. Southern Command or the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this policy of equal opportunity by the advertiser is confirmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. To submit story ideas, articles, or purchase advertising, call 305.437.3149 or email [email protected].