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MARCH 9-18:SPRING BREAK-OPEN DAILY FROM 12-8PM

MARCH 10-12 AND MARCH 16-18: YOUTH SKI AND SNOWBOARD DAYSCall 353-9131 for more info or stop by the lodge to register. Registration is open through the day of the event.DoD card holders:$115Non DoD card holders: $125

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*Events and activities are subject to change and/or cancellation dependent on weather.

MARCH 12:STUDENT DISCOUNT DAY(Show your student ID to receive a discount.)

MARCH 14:OPEN MIC NIGHT4-7:30PMSinging, poetry, musicians, etc.

MARCH 16:80’S PARTYDress in 80’s clothes, ongoing mini games, prizes, and more!

MARCH 10, 11, 14, 17, 18 SPRING BREAK TUBINGSaturdays, Sundays, WednesdaysFROM 1-7PM* Standard tubing rates apply on these days *

SKEETOpen Sundays 1-5PMStop by to practice your shooting skills for the

March Madness at Birch Hill event!

MARCH 4:FAMILY TUBING DAYFROM 1-7PM DOD HOLDERS $20NON DOD HOLDERS $30

SPRINGBREAK

UNIT SKEET SHOOT12 – 4 p.m.Unit pre-registration required.

OPEN SKEET SHOOT4 – 8 p.m.

HUMAN BOWLING1 – 2 p.m.Two person teams.

SLOPE STYLE HOOP RELAY2 – 3 p.m.Two person teams.

TEAM REGATTA RACE3:30 – 5 p.m.Three person teams.

SOLDIER TUBING RACE5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Presented in part by:

TUBING HILL OPEN1 – 7 p.m. (ages 10 and under)

PUDDING MUNCH OFF1 p.m. (ages 8-13, 7 and under)

KIDDY DOG SLEDTRAIL RIDES12 – 2 p.m.

KIDDY CARNIVAL AREA12 – 8 p.m.

OPEN SKIING& SNOWBOARDING12 – 8 p.m. (1/2 day rates)

ALPINE SKI/SNOWBOARD RACE12 p.m.

DOUBLES SKEET12 p.m. Cost is $15 per team.

RAIL JAM1 p.m.

ICE MAN’S TUG-OF-WAR3 p.m.

GRAND FINALE/SNOW SURF CHALLENGE4 p.m.

POLAR PLUNGE5 p.m.

BONFIRE/S’MORES6 – 8 p.m.

BIRCH HILL FRIDAY NIGHTSOLDIER APPRECIATION EXTRAVAGANZA!Friday, March 30 - 9 p.m. to midnightFree lift ride & equipment rental, music, bonfire, beer tent for adult Active Duty, Guard and Reserve Military, Retirees, Spouses and Dependents

Events and activities are subject to change. For more information, call 353-9131.

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MOTHERLODE CAFÉLunchtime Fun with Head-Pin Bowling!The new Pulled-Pork Basket featuring hickory smoked pulled-pork served on a kaiser bun with pickles, coleslaw, chips and a large fountain drink – just $7.50. Let us serve your lunch lane side while you try your skill at striking a frame with a colored head-pin and winning a free game! Just $2.50 per game, shoes included! Available Wednesdays– Fridays, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m..

NCAA MARCH MADNESS Four big screen TVs with great appetizers and a fine selection of craft beers on tap and top shelf liquors set the stage for you to relax and enjoy the opening rounds of the NCAA College Basketball Tournament. Comfy couches, free billiards and Wi-Fi get you settled in and connected for a full day of fast paced hard-court action! Fill out your bracket and enter to win a Gold Nugget Card.

COSMIC BOWLFriday & Saturday nights 8 p.m.–1 a.m.

CELEBRATE!Host your next birthday party, unit functions, and gatherings at the Nugget Lanes Bowling Center. Call or stop by for a personal tour and meet with a planner.

THE GOLD RUSH LOUNGE

March Drink Special:Bikini Martini. $5.

Wild Wing WednesdaysWednesdays, 5–7 p.m.Complimentary wings while they last!

THE GREAT BIG BEACH BOWL PARTY!Saturday, March 24, 7 p.m. – midnight

Dress for fun in the sun with live music, cosmic bowling, food & drink specials with complimentary hors d' oeuvres, games, prizes, and a visit from the Miller Girls! $15 per person, reservations recommended.

Is your Family new to Fort Wainwright? Parents and their K-12 kids are invited to an ice carving show welcome party. We will meet at 1 p.m. at the Youth Center, 4109 Neely Rd. and then head to the ice park. There is no cost.RSVP by March 22 at 361-5437.

ICE CARVING SHOW WELCOME PARTYMarch 24, 1 p.m.

FAMILY DINNERMarch 23, 6 – 7:30 p.m.A night for fun, food, and games at the Youth Center for the entire family! Youth in grades 6 – 12 will serve dinner that parents can enjoy also and see what they are doing at the center. Stop by the center to RSVP or call 361-5437 by March 15.

VOLUNTEER MUSIC TEACHER NEEDED!

Hours are flexible. Stop by the Youth Center for more information.

YOUTH SERVICES, BLDG. 4109, 361-5437.

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ALYESKASKI/SNOWBOARD ADVENTUREMarch 23 – 25, 5 p.m. departure. Fee: $175 per person

Venture for the weekend at Alyeska Resort. ORC provides transportation, lodging and a lift ticket. Participants will need to provide their own food, ski/snowboard gear (bring your own or rent), and warm clothes.

THE WHITE MOUNTAINS SNOWMACHINE TRIPMarch 10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Age: 18+, $50 per person

Take a snowmachine run with the Outdoor Recreation staff to the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Participants will depart at 8:30 a.m. from the ORC. Transportation, snowmachines, and helmets are provided. Participants should bring lunch, drinks, and cold weather clothing.

WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS:CROSS COUNTRY SKIINGMarch 31, 9 a.m. Fee: $5/person.

Join us as we head out on a women’s only cross country ski trip to one of our many local trails. This is a great way to enjoy our spring weather. If you have never skied before, no problem! Our guides will have you skiing in no time. We provide transportation, ski equipment and instruction. Remember warm clothes, lunch and water.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING LESSONSArrange with instructor. call 361-2652. Age: 10 and older. Fee: $5 per person

Sessions run between 45 minutes and an hour. Equipment is provided. Lessons will be postponed if the temperatures falls below -10°F.

March 3 and 24, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fee: $115 per person (ages 12+)For children 7 to 11 years of age, Families may call Pascale at the Northern Sky Lodge (907) 388-9954.

Half day mushing, half day snowmachining! All in one day. This program is conducted in conjunction with the Northern Sky Lodge. Half the participants will dog mush and the other half will make a snowmachine run to the Tanana Flats . The participants will then switch programs for the second half of the day. If the temps drop below -10 degrees this event will be postponed to a warmer day. Northern Sky Lodge will provide sleds, dog teams and instructions Outdoor Recreation will provide transportation, snowmachines, helmets and leadership for the snowmachine trip. Lunch is provided but participants should bring snacks and drinks for the trail.

NORTHERNEXPOSURE

SWIM LESSONSParent-Tot: Tues & Thurs 1200-1230, 6-29 March Minimum age 6 months, adult must be in the water with their child during lessons; one child per adult. 8 lessons: $25.00. Limited to 6 students.

Level I: Sat 1145-1230, 3 March – 21 AprilNo minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor. 8 lessons: $25.00. Limited to 6 students.

Level 2: Sat 1145-1230, 3 March – 21 AprilNo minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor. 8 lessons: $25.00. Limited to 6 students.

Level 3: Sat 1145-1230, 3 March – 21 AprilNo minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor. The child must be able to swim the length of the pool down and back and be able to tread water for 1 minute 8 lessons: $25.00. Limited to 6 students.

Registration period: February 28 – March 8 or until class is full. All swim lessons are held at Melaven Gym. For more information, call 353-1999.

March 10-18, 1:30 to 4 p.m. daily(No lunch hours skating during school break)SPRING BREAK ICE SKATING

GROUP CYCLING:> Mon & Wed: 12 p.m.> Tues & Thurs: 6:30 a.m.> Tues: 5 p.m.> Sat: 10 a.m.

HOUR OF POWER:Group Strength> Tues & Thurs: 12 p.m.

BOOT CAMP:> Wed: 5 p.m.

FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH & CONDITIONINGMelaven Physical Fitness Center Tues & Thurs 4 p.m.with Instructor Ben EhlersCall 353-9137.

Zumba:Mon & Thurs: 6 p.m. Sat: 1 p.m.Zumba classes are $7 each or purchase a 10 punch class card for $70 and receive the 11th class at no cost.

FITNESS CLASSES

ST PADDY’S DAY 2 HOUR SPIN CLASSMarch 17, 10 a.m.limited to the first28 participants who sign up.

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Events and activities are open to DoD card holders ages 18 and older.For more information, call 353-1087.

Pool TournamentMarch 3Registration starts at 6 p.m.Play begins at 6:30 p.m.Gift cards awarded to the first and second place winners.

NCAA March MadnessMarch 13 – April 2Food and drink specials during the NCAA Tournament. Games are played on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

> First Round: Mar 13-14> Second/Third Rounds: Mar 15-18> Regionals: Mar 22-25> Final Four: Mar 31 & Apr 2

Texas Hold’emMarch 10Registration starts at 6 p.m.Play begins at 7 p.m.Gift cards awarded to the first and second place winners.

St. Paddy’s DayMarch 17Stop by for Corned beef and Cabbage plus drink specials.

the warrior zone, BLDG. 3205, 353-1087.

The Warrior Zone Game of the Month:

Stop by forThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrimgame play

Watch your favorite sporting events on one of our 11 flat screen TVs.

Register now for April!For registration information,call 353-7713.

PyrographyLocation TBD, $45Ages 12-18: Tues and Fri 1830-1930

SKIES ExplorationLocation Building 4391, $452-4yrs, Wed 1100-11452-4yrs, Wed 1200-12452-4yrs, Sat 1700-1745Enjoy a variety of Art, Dance, cooking, yoga, music and a variety of continuousactivities and crafts.

Ice SkatingClasses are held at the PFC, cost is $503-5yrs, Sat 945-10156-18yrs, Sat 1015-1045

Karate(Classes will meet twice a week in building 4391) Cost is $60 per month4yrs, Wed/Sat 1000-10305-12yrs, Wed 1530-1630 and Sat 1130-123013-18yrs, Wed 1630-1730 and Sat 1230-1330

Tae Kwon Do(Classes will meet twice a week at the LFCAC) Cost is $60 per month5-9 yrs, Mon/Wed 1630-173010-18yrs, Mon/Wed 1730-1830

Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

www.aerhq.org

Worldwide AssistanceAER Assistance is available to Soldiers and their Families at more than 1,000 locations around the world.

● Local AER Offices ● Any American Red Cross Chapter ● Air Force Aid Society ● Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society ● Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Office

The Army-wide annual AER fund campaign is conducted 1 March –15 May.

You can contribute to your local AER fund campaign or send your contribution to AER National Headquarters.

All contributions are tax deductible.

Unsolicited donations are accepted any time by mail or on-line.

AER Form 1—12/11

Why Does AER Have a Fundraising Campaign?

● Provide an opportunity for Soldiers to help their fellow Soldiers

● Create greater awareness and understanding of AER programs and benefits

● Retain tax exempt status by raising at least 1/3 of funds through donations

What Portion of My Contribution Helps Soldiers?89 cents of every dollar you contribute goes to help Soldiers; AER administrative and fundraising expenses cost only 11 cents

What is AER’s Record of Assistance?

● Since it was established in 1942, AER has helped more than 3.2 million Soldiers and Family members with more than $1 billion

● In 2010 AER assisted 66,000 Soldiers and their Families with more than $77 million

How Can I Help AER? ● Remind fellow Soldiers about AER when they

have financial emergencies. ● Support AER with a contribution and

encourage others to contribute

70 Years of Helping the Army Take Care of Its Own

2012 POCKET GUIDE

Support the AER Annual CampaignFor more information contact your local

AER officer or visit our website:

AER National Headquarters200 Stovall Street

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866-878-6378

www.aerhq.org

Worldwide AssistanceAER Assistance is available to Soldiers and their Families at more than 1,000 locations around the world.

● Local AER Offices ● Any American Red Cross Chapter ● Air Force Aid Society ● Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society ● Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Office

The Army-wide annual AER fund campaign is conducted 1 March –15 May.

You can contribute to your local AER fund campaign or send your contribution to AER National Headquarters.

All contributions are tax deductible.

Unsolicited donations are accepted any time by mail or on-line.

AER Form 1—12/11

Why Does AER Have a Fundraising Campaign?

● Provide an opportunity for Soldiers to help their fellow Soldiers

● Create greater awareness and understanding of AER programs and benefits

● Retain tax exempt status by raising at least 1/3 of funds through donations

What Portion of My Contribution Helps Soldiers?89 cents of every dollar you contribute goes to help Soldiers; AER administrative and fundraising expenses cost only 11 cents

What is AER’s Record of Assistance?

● Since it was established in 1942, AER has helped more than 3.2 million Soldiers and Family members with more than $1 billion

● In 2010 AER assisted 66,000 Soldiers and their Families with more than $77 million

How Can I Help AER? ● Remind fellow Soldiers about AER when they

have financial emergencies. ● Support AER with a contribution and

encourage others to contribute

70 Years of Helping the Army Take Care of Its Own

2012 POCKET GUIDE

Support the AER Annual CampaignFor more information contact your local

AER officer or visit our website:

AER National Headquarters200 Stovall Street

Alexandria, VA 22332-0600

866-878-6378

LFCAC, BLDG. 1044, 353-7755

ALIGNMENT YOGAMarch 6, 13, 20, 27Time: 6 to 7 p.m.Cost: $28 for 4 weeks.Participants need to bring a yoga mat, loose comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Registration and payment in full is required.

CHESS CLUBMarch 3, 10, 24, 313 – 5 p.m.The club will provide an informal setting for those who love the game to meet, play and discuss strategies while getting to know others that have an interest in chess as well.

BOUNCY HUT NIGHTMarch 295 – 7:30 p.m.Children ages 4-12. Parents must be present to supervise their children. The playground area will also be available.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHTMarch 15, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.(dependent on length)Join the LFCAC for a fun night of Family entertainment on a 16’ x 20’ screen. All movies rated G or PG.

Luck ‘o’ the Irish

COOK-OFFMarch 17, 1 – 3 p.m. LFCAC

There will be 4 categories:> All Around Best> Best Spicy> Best Green Chili or Chile Verde> The People’s Choice

Stop by the LFCAC to register today!

The first fifty Families who register and attend the event will receive the new “HOW TO HELP THE EARTH” - BY THE LORAX and a recycled tote bag.

March 2nd@ the LFCAC comes

THE LORAXHear the call! There will be crafts and snacks and fun for all! Special guest readers will read the story

(one may be tall)! A drawing will be held for a Lorax statue, so be on the ball. Please call 353-4137 for information or to register, y'all!

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The first fifty Families who register and attend the event will receive the new “HOW TO HELP THE EARTH” - BY THE LORAX and a recycled tote bag.

March 2nd@ the LFCAC comes

THE LORAXHear the call! There will be crafts and snacks and fun for all! Special guest readers will read the story

(one may be tall)! A drawing will be held for a Lorax statue, so be on the ball. Please call 353-4137 for information or to register, y'all!

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OUR HEROES’ TREEMarch 14, 3 – 5:30 p.m.Come and make an ornament for your Hero and show your pride!

BABY & ME(0-36 mo.)March 21, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.Fun stories and craft projects for parents and caregivers to explore with their toddlers.

THE BLADEEmpowers Soldiers and All College Students to Reach Their Academic Goals:THE BLADE: A Research and Writing Lab is available at the Library forwriting assistance (brainstorming, researching and editing ) and for collegeentry-level math. Qualified tutors are available by appointment-- pleasecall 353-2642 or visit the Circulation Desk.




COMING HOMECurrent and past re-deployment pictures are wanted for display purposed through the oncoming months. Images can be brought to the library in print form. Call 353-4137 for more information.

STORY HOUR & CRAFTSFridays from 4 to 5 p.m.

9th: Cheerleading!Read a cheerleading story and make a megaphone craft.

16th:Wildlife Week! We’ll read stories about our local wildlife andcreate “stained glass” wildlife art.

23rd:Celebrate Spring!Read Spring stories and make art out of peeps!

30th: Kite Story HourIt’s National Kite Month beginning April 1. Get ready for it!

MULTI-CULTURAL STORY HOURMarch 28,4:30 – 5:30 p.m.Visit Japan!

UNITED THROUGH READING“One of the most difficult things a child can experience is having a parent deployed to a war zone for an indeterminate period of time. United Through Reading helps ease the stress of separation for military Families by having deployed parents read children’s books aloud via DVD for their child to watch at home.”Please call for more information.

CUDDLE CURE CLASSMarch 1710 a.m. – 12 p.m.CDC I, Building 4024.Learn how to soothe your fussy baby (birth - 3 mths) in five minutes or less. Limited free child care available. This is a partnership with ACSand CYSS.

ROMPAND STOMPPLAYGROUPThis Month’s Focus -Nutrition and FitnessMondays and Thursdays,9:30 – 11:30 a.m.LFCAC, Building 1044.For more information, call 353-7372.This program is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.

CHILD ASSESSMENTMarch 129 – 1 p.m.LFCAC, Building 1044.

All participants will leave with activity ideas to spark further developmental growth in their children (ages 0-5). For more information,call 353-7372.

HOME ALONEMarch 136 – 8 p.m.,YS, Building 4109.This program is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.

BABYSITTER’S COURSEMarch 1410 a.m. – 4 p.m.YS, Building 4109.

Successful completion of the course offers participants the option of being added to the CYSS Babysitter’s List.

HEALTHY SNACKS CLASS FOR YOUTH AND TEENSMondays, 6 p.m., Youth Center, Building 4109Teens are invited to join the nutritionist to learn hands-on how to make healthy snacks. For more information on this class, call 353-7713.

WORKSHOPS AND CLASSESFor more information on any of the classes offered, call 353-7713.

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PARENT’S NIGHT OUTMarch 13, 5:45 – 8:45 p.m., CDC I, Building 4024. Register and pay by March 5. $12 per child. Snack provided.

PARENT’S DAY OUTMarch 17. Register and pay by March 9. Three sessions:

> 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.$16 per child, lunch provided (11:30 a.m.)

> 1 – 5 p.m.$16 per child, snack provided (3 p.m.)

> 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.$32 per child, lunch and snack provided.

Care will be provided at the Child Development Center I, Bldg. 4024. All children must be registered with CYSS to receive services. For more information call 353-7713. Army Family Covenant benefits are available for Families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Soldiers or Fallen Soldiers.

$33FAMEFAMEFamily Activity and Motivational Exercise

* FITNESS SESSIONS:The Family and MWR Sports and Fitness Program offers two sessions of classes:

M - F: 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Sessions are held at Melaven Gym at no cost. For more information on class schedules call 353-1999.

CHILD CARE: Child, Youth & School Services provideslimited child care on site for FAME programs.

Cost: $33 per month per child per sessionWhen: M, W, F9 to 10:30 a.m., or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

$24 per month per child sessionWhen: T, Th9 to 10:30 a.m., or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Minimum of 5 registered to offer classes.Children must be pre-registered at Parent Central Services, 4391 Neely Rd., room 18. Pre-registration begins the 20th of the month for the next month’s sessions. AFC Benefits for families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Warriors, or Fallen Soldiers may be used to pay for this care. For more information on child care, please call 353-7713.

FAME Exercise and Child Care programs are closed for federal and training holidays.

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First Friday Art Bash:6:30 pm, Arts & Crafts

Open Ice Skating:1:30 pm, PFC

Mosaic Glass-Tile Workshop: 2-5 pm, 3 week wkshp. $65 covers all materials





Alyeska Ski/Snowboard Adventure: 3 day trip, $175.

Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am,LFCAC

Spring Break Ice Skating: 1:30 pm, PFC

Student Discount Day: 12-8 pm, Birch Hill

Zumba Fitness: 6 pm, PFC

Safety Class:6 pm, Auto Skills

Family Re-integration Area: 4 pm, Post Library

EFMP and ACCA Child Find Screening: 8:30 am, CDC I

Functional Strength & Conditioning: 4 pm,Melaven PFC

Group Strength-Hour of Power: 12 pm, PFC

Parent’s Night Out:5:45 pm, CDC I

Group Cycling: 5 pm, PFC


Welcome Home! Reconnecting with your Child: 12 pm, LFCAC

Wild Wing Wednesdays:5-7 pm, Nugget Lanes Bowling Center

Bouncy Hut Night: 5:30 pm, LFCAC

March Madness: 12–8 pm, Birch Hill

Women in the Wilderness- X/C Ski Trip: ORC, 9 am


SAC 4-H BGCA Photo Exhibits: all day, SAC

Blood Pressure Checks:11 am, PFC

Reunion, It’s a Process, Not an Event: 12 pm, LFCAC

Newcomers Orientation:9 am, LFCAC

Homecoming & Reunion:12 pm, LFCAC

Re-integration:12 pm, LFCAC

Baby & Me: 2 pm, Post Library

Alyeska Ski/Snowboard Adventure: 3 day trip, departs from the ORC at 5 pm. $175.

Stick Hockey:11:30 am, PFC


Family Movie Night:5:30 pm, LFCAC


Spring Break Ice Skating:1 pm, PFC

Northern Exposure:8 a.m. ORC

White Mountains Snowmachine Run:8 am, ORC

Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament: 6 pm, The Warrior Zone

Parent’s Day Out:9 am, CDC I


Chess Club: 3 pm, LFCAC

Not all events are includedand subject to change. Please call ahead for registration, age restrictions, costs, and any other information that may apply.

MARCH ACTIVITIES

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Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am,LFCAC

Spring Break Ice Skating: 1:30 pm, PFC

Student Discount Day: 12-8 pm, Birch Hill

Zumba Fitness: 6 pm, PFC

Safety Class:6 pm, Auto Skills

Family Re-integration Area: 4 pm, Post Library

EFMP and ACCA Child Find Screening: 8:30 am, CDC I



Parent’s Night Out:5:45 pm, CDC I

Group Cycling: 5 pm, PFC


Welcome Home! Reconnecting with your Child: 12 pm, LFCAC

Wild Wing Wednesdays:5-7 pm, Nugget Lanes Bowling Center

Bouncy Hut Night: 5:30 pm, LFCAC


Women in the Wilderness- X/C Ski Trip: ORC, 9 am


SAC 4-H BGCA Photo Exhibits: all day, SAC

Blood Pressure Checks:11 am, PFC

Reunion, It’s a Process, Not an Event: 12 pm, LFCAC

Newcomers Orientation:9 am, LFCAC

Homecoming & Reunion:12 pm, LFCAC

Re-integration:12 pm, LFCAC

Baby & Me: 2 pm, Post Library

Alyeska Ski/Snowboard Adventure: 3 day trip, departs from the ORC at 5 pm. $175.

Stick Hockey:11:30 am, PFC


Family Movie Night:5:30 pm, LFCAC


Spring Break Ice Skating:1 pm, PFC

Northern Exposure:8 a.m. ORC

White Mountains Snowmachine Run:8 am, ORC

Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament: 6 pm, The Warrior Zone

Parent’s Day Out:9 am, CDC I


Chess Club: 3 pm, LFCAC

Not all events are includedand subject to change. Please call ahead for registration, age restrictions, costs, and any other information that may apply.

MARCH ACTIVITIES

Register today for

APRIL PROGRAMS!

MAKING BLING:Thursdays, April 5, 12, 19, and 26at Arts & Crafts - $25 Mix, match, and create spectacular jewelry to wear.

YOUTH(Ages 11 to 18) No charge.All programs are 4:30 to 6 p.m.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -MIXED ADVENTURE: Wednesdays,April 4, 11, 18, and 25 at ORCMix up the adventure and gain new skills with Outdoor Rec: gold prospecting, snowshoeing, emergency kit making and more.

MURAL MANIA:Thursdays, April 5, 12, 19, and 26 at the Youth Center withthe Library StaffCreate a mystical masterpiece. No experience or talent required, just a good attitude and a smile.

NEEDLE FELTING:Fridays, April 6, 13, 20, and 27at Arts and Crafts Have a felt-tastic time creatingnew crafts.

Get the EDGE! Sign up for April programs today!

The EDGE! Program offers out of school opportunities for children and youthages 6 to 18 to experience, develop, grow and excel by participating in

adventure, art, fitness and life skill activities.

Enrollment deadline for April programs is March 23. Participants must be registered with CYS Services. For more information, call 361-4391 or register at Parent Central Services Bldg. 1049 #2.

CHILDREN(Ages 6 to 10) All programs are 4:30 to 6 p.m.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

MIXED ADVENTURE:Tuesdays, April 3, 10, 17, and 24 at ORC - $20Mix up the adventure and gain new skills with Outdoor Rec: gold prospecting, snowshoeing, emergency kit making, and more.

Fort Wainwright’s HIRED! Apprenticeship program is open to its dependents of active duty, DOD civilian, and retired military personnel. All participants must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.

• Candidates must be 15 – 18 years of age • Candidates must be registered with Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) • Candidates must have and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better • Chosen participants are required to work 15 hours per week for 12 weeks • Additional options and requirements may be offered during the Summer Term* • Apprentices may complete up to 2 terms per year for 3 consecutive years

TERM REGISTRATION/APPLICATION DEADLINE TERM BEGINS TERM ENDS3 (Summer)* March 30, 2012 April 30, 2012 July 21, 20124 (Fall) June 29, 2012 July 30, 2012 October 20, 2012

Trainings offered weekly for CYS Services registered youth and Hired participants. For more information contact the Workforce Preparation Specialist of Child, Youth and School Services:

Voicemail only: 907.361.HIRE (4473) Youth Center : 907.361.5437

*Summer Session can be worked in partial terms, ask for clarification*

BGCABoys & Girls Clubs of America Photo Exhibit

View the artwork from the Fort Wainwright youth. Exhibits are on display throughout the month of March. Entries are also in competition with other students throughout the nation. For more information, call 361-7394.

March 20 March 21LFCAC School Age Center 12:30 – 7:30 p.m. 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

FOR REGISTERED YOUTH IN GRADES K–6Fees/costs are based on total Family member income.

> bowling> ice skating> arts & crafts> sewing

> knitting> crocheting> tubing

ACTIVITIES:Location may change depending on activity.

SPRINGPIRATE SURVIVAL CAMPMARCH 12-166 a.m. to 6 p.m.SAC 4166

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361-

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BLDG. 4166, 361-7394

SPRINGBREAKYOUTH

Stop by the Youth Center for more information. Permissions are required.

MARCH 12LASER TAG 1:30PM

MARCH 13SNOW SHOE SURVIVAL 1PM

MARCH 14SWIMMING AT MELAVEN 1:30PM

MARCH 15ICE PARK SHOW 1:30PM

ARTS & CRAFTS, BLDG. 3727, 353-7520

CUSTOM PICTUREFRAMING CLASS March 3, 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.Cost is $35 and includes all materials.Bring a 5X7 picture to frame.

MOSAIC TILE WORKSHOPMarch 4, 11, 18, 2 – 5 p.m.Cost is $65 and includes all materials.

FIRST FRIDAYART BASHMarch 2, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.Alaskan artist Sheri Walsh will showcase her photography works.

MAKE YOUR OWN GLASS ORNAMENTSMarch 22, 1 – 3 p.m.Cost is $15 and includes all materials.

KID CRAFTING: Ceramic PotsMarch 10, (ages 4-7) and March 17, (ages 8-11)

Both classes 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $5 per child and includes all materials. Must be accompanied by a parent.

Our Soldiers bleed RED for us. Show your support for our Soldiers. Wear RED! Purchase yours today at:

LFCAC, Bldg 1044 PFC, Bldg 3709

Polo shirt: $40Long sleeve: $45

Learn how to be a better public speakerand meet new people!Join the Wainwright Warriors Toastmasters

Regular Club Meetings are held on Tuesdays from 1200 to 1300Location: The Last Frontier Community Activity Center (LFCAC) Playground Conference RoomFor more information, please email:[email protected].

Children 6 weeks to 5 years old (not yet in Kindergarten)Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Call 361-9056 to make reservations.Orientation required. Hourly Child Care orientation Tuesdays, 10 a.m.Part Day Pre-School orientation, Wednesdays at 10 a.m. (as needed) at CDCII, Bldg 4176. Reservations are required and space is limited.All children must be registered in CYSS to be eligible for programs.

HOURLY CHILD CARE$4

Interested in becoming an Army Family Child Care Provider?ORIENTATION: First Wednesday of every month 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.Bldg. 1049 #1

• Obtain Children off our CYS list. • FREE training/Career Opportunities/transfers to your next installation. • Stay at Home and receive an income up to $4,500 or more. • Become a member of our Provider support group. • We help provide the materials to set up your home

For more information, call 353-6266/9544.

CPOL PROCESS: Fort Wainwright will transition from one automated recruitment tool - Resumix - to - USA Staffing - for advertising vacant positions, accepting applications from job seekers, and evaluating the job seeker’s eligibility and qualifications. During this period of transition, each job announcement will have instructions to guide job seekers through the application process for the specified recruitment tool. To maximize the capabilities of USA Staffing all announcements will migrate to Army Civilian Service and will no longer be available at http://acpol.army.mil. Please bookmark the url: armycivilianservice.com and remember to save your resume in USAJobs as well as the Army Resumix system. For more information, call 353-6356 or 353-9217.

• Obtain Children off our CYS list. • FREE training/Career Opportunities/transfers to your next installation. • Stay at Home and receive an income up to $4,500 or more. • Become a member of our Provider support group. • We help provide the materials to set up your home

For more information, call 353-6266/9544.

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

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

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

Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS Family and MWR Unit Funds Advisor

Bldg. 1045 basementFort Wainwright, AK 99703

(907) [email protected]

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

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

Family and MWR Private Organization AdvisorBldg. 1045 basement

Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-7740

AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER

For all your auto needs.

• heating/AC service• wheel alignment and tire rotation• car wash and vacuum station• towing• tire repairs• jump starts

Bldg. 3730353-7436

SAFETY ORIENTATION CLASSMondays at 6 p.m.

Participants will gain knowledge of what is offered and how to complete do-it-yourself projects. Staff are there to assist as needed. This class is required to use the facility.

Stop by to learn how to winterize your vehicle!

TOW TRUCK SERVICESavailable 24 hours 590-1716

Help Soldiers and their Families.

It’s a good thing.

By volunteering with ACS, you could receive up to 16 hours of child care

(per month) at no cost.For more information, stop by

Army Community Service, Building 3401 By phone, call 353.1977 or 353.4227.

When you need help:

Survivor Outreach Servicesmflcabuse hotline

Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and other daily life issues.

MFLCMilitary & Family Life Consultants

388-2553

Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 388-2260.

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

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

ABUSE.

SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES

OUR PURPOSE is to deliver on the Army’s commitment to Families of the Fallen. Survivor Outreach Services connects you with people who can help you find the right support. Survivor Outreach Services provide support services for Active, Reserve and Army national Guard Families. For more information, call Survivor Outreach Services at 907-353-4004.

EFMP RESPITE CARE

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) respite care is a program that provides a temporary rest period for Family members responsible for regular care of persons with disabilities. Eligibility is based on EFMP enrollment and EFM’s medical or educational condition.For info, call 353-4243.

Sip & SocialMarch 12, 1 to 2 p.m.LFCAC, Bldg. 1044Expand your circle of support. Get out and meet other EFMPFamilies. Feel free to bring coffee, tea, and a snackto share.

Arts & Crafts NightMarch 9, 6 p.m.Ages 3+, $3 – $5Arts & Crafts, Bldg. 3727

Bowling NightMarch 30, 6 to 7 p.m.Nugget Lanes, Bldg. 3702$2.25 per game,shoes included.

Birch Hill TubingMarch 24, 12:45 p.m.$3 for 1 hour, $5 for 2 hoursStandard rules and regulations apply.

Army Community ServiceAll ACS classes are held in the training room of building 3401 unless otherwise noted. They are

offered at no cost. Advance registration is required. Class may be cancelled if minimum of 5 participants is not met. Limited childcare is available for class participants and ACS volunteers. Please call 361.9065 to register your child. For a complete list of ACS classes and workshops,

visit www.calendarwiz.com/ftwainwrightfmwr or call 353-4227.

Newcomers OrientationGarrison Newcomers Orientation provides information for Soldiers, Family members and Civilians new to FWA within 60 days. Mandatory for Soldiers. Spouses and Civilians are strongly encouraged to attend. For more information, call 353-4227.

March 149 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.LFCAC, Building 1044

Child Find ScreeningsMarch 6, CDC I, Bldg. 4024 0830 - 1200: Appointments1300 - 1600: Walk-ins

Screening includes vision and hearing. (For babies birth-36 months). To schedule an appointment or for more information, call 907.456.4003, ext 0.

907.224.5559/2659 or 800.770.1858www.sewardresort.com

Seward Military ResortUltimate Year ‘Round Recreation Destination!

“You provide our freedom, let us provide your fun!”

Stay 2 nights, get the 3rd night free!

The phones will be extremely busy, so please be patient with us as we pass on great savings to all our valued customers. To help expedite the process, please have your desired tour information ready when you call.

Become a fan! Follow Seward Military Resort on Facebook!

Major Marine Tours and the Seward Resorthave come together for a 12 hour sale.All Summer 2012 tours will be offered at 50% OFFfrom 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on March 1.To plan ahead visit www.majormarine.com.

Special!

*(valid from September 16th through May 15th)

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sa-Su ClosedFAP: Bldg. 1049 #5, p 353-7317SOS: Bldg. 1049 #4, P 353-4004 ARTS AND CRAFTS CENTERBldg. 3727, p 353-7520 M-W Closed Th-F 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sa -Su 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 3730, p 353-7436 M 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. T-W Closed Th-F 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sa 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Su 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.Tow Service (24 hrs): 590-1716

BIRCH HILLSKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Bldg. 1172, p 353-1998 F, S, Su 12 to 8 p.m. B.O.S.S. Bldg. 1555, p 353-7648

CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE AND SNACK BAR Bldg. 2092, p 353-6223 Closed for the season

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

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II)Bldg. 4176, p 361-9056 3-Day Part Day Pre-School M, W, F 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. 2-Day Part Day Pre-School T, Th 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. 5-Day Part Day Pre-School M-F 1 to 4 p.m. S, Su Closed

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

FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1172, p 353-7869 Available for special occasions.

LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITYACTIVITY CENTER (LFCAC)Bldg. 1044, p 353-7755 LFCAC M-Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su 1 to 6 p.m. LASER TAG: Th 3 to 7 p.m. F 3 to 8 p.m. Sa 1 to 8 p.m. Su 1 to 5 p.m.

LIBRARYBldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. T-Th 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. F-Sa 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Su Closed

MELAVEN PHYSICALFITNESS CENTERBldg. 3452, p 353-1994 M-F 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sa 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Su Closed

MELAVEN INDOOR POOLBldg. 3452, p 353-1995 T-F 6:15 a.m. to 8 a.m. (lap swim only) 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sa 11:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Su-M CLOSED

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

NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTERBldg. 3702, p 353-2654 NUGGET LANES: M-T 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. W-Th 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. F-Sa 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Su 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. GOLD RUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 5 to 10 p.m. Fr-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. MOTHERLODE CAFE M-T Closed W 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Th 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. F 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; 5 to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su 1 to 6 p.m.

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC)Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 T-Sa 12 to 6 p.m. Su-M ClosedFor programs call 361-4089 or 361-2652.

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC)Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-F 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sa-Su 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

PFC ICE RINKBldg. 3709, p 353-7223 F 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. Sa, Su, Holidays, School Breaks 1:30 to 4 p.m.CLOSED on Thanksgiving,Christmas Day, New Years Day

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

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

SFACBldg. 3414, p 353-7322M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Sa-Su Closed

SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICERSBldg. 4109, p 361-9377/9897 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

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

WARRIOR ZONEBldg. 3205, p 353-1087 M, Th 4 to 11 p.m. W 4 to 11 p.m. (gaming only, bar and kitchen is closed) T Closed F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 1 to 9 p.m.

YOUTH CENTERBldg. 4109, p 361-5437M-Th: 1 to 7 p.m.F-Sat: 1 to 9 p.m.Su: Closed

YOUTH SPORTSBldg. 4109, p 353-7482 M-F 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

Family and MWRFacility Contact information

907.224.5559/2659 or 800.770.1858www.sewardresort.com

Major Marine Tours and the Seward Resorthave come together for a 12 hour sale.All Summer 2012 tours will be offered at 50% OFFfrom 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on March 1.To plan ahead visit www.majormarine.com.

Get connected with Fort Wainwright Family and MWR.Follow us through:

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www.ftwainwrightfmwr.comThe Fort Wainwright BEAR Necessities is an official information source published monthly byFamily and MWR. All activities described herein are subject to change. Contact the activity for confirmation. Activities described herein are open to authorized patrons and, where applicable, guests. The use of a commercial sponsor logo or mention of a commercial sponsor or other organization does not constitute U.S. government endorsement.

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