DFMWR Live & Explore May 10

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Keeping the Promise Army Family Covenant What’s HOT in our Programs Discovering Puerto Rico and its Attractions

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Community Recreation Division

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What are you reading?

New in the Post Library

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Things to do... May’s Event Calendar

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Sports, Fitness and Outdoor Recreation

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Army Community Service

Youth & School 8 Child, Services 9 On-post Entertainment 10 Classifieds Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation •Mr. Dallas J. Petersen, Director DFMWR Admin. Officer: Ms. Lauren Ramos Business Operations Division • Chief: Jerome Hesby • T- 787-707-3505/3535• Bldg. 660 Community Recreation Division • Chief: Ms. Mara Clemente T- 787-707-3301 • Bldg. 390 Child, Youth & School Services • Chief: Ms. Carmen Dieppa T-787-707-3399 /3598• Bldg. 1147, Coconut Grove Army Community Service • Chief: Mr. Rafael Gilestra T- 787-707-3292/3709/3804 • Bldg. 1019-A, Buchanan Heights

A World of Opportunities to reach the Military Market in the Island

For Commercial Sponsorship and/or Paid Advertising Marketing, Advertising & Commercial Sponsorship office: T. 787-707-3719/3703 • F. 787-707-3715 or E-MAIL: grace.meinhofer@us.army.mil or mariana.urrutia@us.army.mil This is an unofficial publication produced by Marketing Advertising & Commercial Sponsorship, Fort Buchanan, P.R. Cover Designed by Stephanie Rivera

NEW MWR LOGO As of April 26th, 2010 FMWRC introduced a new core logo and family of brands to be used at every Army garrison around the world. Items containing the old brand should be retained, being replaced with new materials once the old items have been depleted.

In 2001, the Chief of Staff of the Army issued a directive to communicate the value of MWR. A study was conducted from 2001-2003 by Hill & Knowlton, an internationally renowned public relations company. The study had several key findings; persistent confusion about “what MWR is;” inconsistent communication that contributed to brand confusion; message clutter competing for patrons’ attention: and the MWR brand looked and sounded different at each installation. Since 2009, FMWRC has been conducting research from both internal and external customers, gathering information on brand awareness and obtaining feedback on which to base a decision to create a new MWR logo at the recommendation of the CG, FMWRC. The intent is to strengthen the MWR brand identity and provide a logo that reflects the entire MWR audience: Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians. This initiative will provide stability and familiarity during these times of operational and organizational change. It will also allow FMWRC to reduce customer and employee confusion over MWR identity and reeducate our internal and external customers. Safeguarding and supporting the long-term success of the Army MWR logo is critical to brand integrity and promotes cohesive and consistent Army MWR identity throughout all applications.

Please contact the Marketing, Advertising & Commercial Sponsorship Office for any questions or additional information on the new MWR logo use and standards.

IN THIS ISSUE: May is Military Spouse Appreciation Month Page 1 Child Development Center & School Age Services New Building Almost Ready

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Salsa Night on the Way

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Book Clubs, Great for Meeting New Friends

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Heads Up on New Puerto Rico Birth Certificate Law

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Army Youth Leadership Forum

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Karaoke is Back at the Club’s Borinquen Lounge & Patio

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Keeping the promise... Army Family Covenant

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Spouse Appreciation Month Article by Arlene H. Hull Content provided by LIFELines

Being a Mother of a Soldier By: Liza Fermina Roman, SOS Program Financial Counselor

“I solemnly swear to uphold the constitution of the United States against all enemies... so help me God.” So help me God is the constant prayer of a Military Mother every time a Soldier deploys to defend our Country. Military Mothers are angels that surround every Soldier. It is the hardest job to wait for a call or letter. Soldier Mothers are unique brave women who hold their fear when they hug their Soldier before deployment and say “don’t worry, everything will be fine” even when her heart brakes into pieces.

Mothers are patient and serene giving love over the distance without regrets. Mothers send love in a every letter, package, phone call, prayer and every act no matter how big or small. This type of love cannot be measured it can just be felt.

This Mothers Day Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) Program would like to honor the Mothers of our Fallen Heroes, who saw them go away and are still waiting to see them again.

Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) Program conducts support groups for Survivors once a month in different areas of Puerto Rico.

If you are a family member of a Fallen Soldier and you’ll like to meet other who can help you cope with loss call 787-707-3692. You are not alone!

At Survivor Outreach Services we extend an invitation of Fallen Soldiers to share the stories of their loved ones, as well as their grief and healing process. Please email your stories and any photos you would like to share to Ms. Minerva Rosado, Support Coordinator minerva.rosado1@ us.army.mil.

For any questions please call 787-707-3692.

“If the military had wanted you to have a Spouse, they would have issued you one.” Remember those words? Well, that was then and this is now. America’s military has realized and acknowledged the significance of the military Spouse. In 1984 President Reagan proclaimed the Friday before Mother’s Day of each year to be Military Spouse Appreciation Day. It is your day to stand up and be honored.

For the times you’ve stood and watched a ship sail from the harbor, an aircraft disappear into the clouds, or a truck convoy pull out of sight, not sure when they would return, we thank you.

For the countless household moves you’ve made from a place you know to one that’s strange and different -- often by yourself -- we thank you.

For the families you’ve held together, for the anniversaries, birthdays, and holidays you’ve celebrated alone, we thank you.

For the hand you’ve extended to another military Spouse when the need was there, truly creating a military family, we thank you.

For the spirit and strength you’ve shown when your service member has gone into harm’s way, we thank you.

For the pride you’ve displayed while serving as an ambassador of the military Spouse to the rest of the world, we thank you.

Far too frequently, the sacrifices and dedication of the military Spouse have gone unnoticed and unappreciated. In our nation’s recent history, thousands of service members have been placed in harm’s way as they stood watch as freedom’s guardian. You too have stood watch at home, facing challenges alone. You have waved flags and held banners high to express your support. You have kept the candles burning on the home front as a reminder of our deployed military.

You have made difficult sacrifices of your own, and have called upon your inner reserves to nurture family life so your service member can focus on the business at hand.

Even in times of relaxed alert status for our military, you have stood ready and alert for the slightest of signs, perhaps overlooked or ignored by your civilian counterparts, signaling a potential change in the status of our military forces. For all you do, we thank you.

Even in times of relaxed alert status for our military, you have stood ready and alert for the slightest of signs, perhaps overlooked or ignored by your civilian counterparts, signaling a potential change in the status of our military forces. unique challenges. Spouses continue to meet these challenges with grace and strength. Take time to Thank your Spouse for a job well-done.

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Child Development Center/SchoolAge Services New Building Almost Ready Child, Youth and School Services Children, Staff and Parents wait eagerly for the opening of the new state of the arts CDC/SAS facilities, scheduled to open the second week of June 2010.

This facility is equipped with modern features that will improve greatly the safety and efficiency of many activities held daily at the center, such as a huge indoor gym, inteligent security systems, bathroom and kitchen designs specifically made for childcare among many others.

Above: Playground area at the CDC/SAS Building

Above: Ms. Carmen Dieppa, Fort Buchanan’s CYSS Chief and Ms. Denise Faison, FMWRC-CYSS Program Specialist as they review the program’s details before the opening.

Main entrance to the New CDC/SAS Facility

Discovering Puerto Rico and its Attractions

Aguadilla, “The Atlantic Garden”

By Stephanie Rivera

What’s HOT in our programs

Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program Child,Youth & School (CYSS) Services supports military readiness by reducing the conflict between a Soldier’s mission requirements and his or her parental responsibilities.

From Friday, March 19th thru March 21st 2010, nine CYSS staff members provided child care services to 80 children in support of the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program at the El Conquistador Hotel in Fajardo, PR. The CYSS staff conducted a variety of activities based on the ages of the children and youth. These activities promoted the development of the physical, emotional, social and cognitive areas of the children and youth in their care.

The activities included Character Counts, musical chairs, table games, dancing, blocks, arts & crafts, circle time, scrapbooking, nature walk and swimming, among other activities.

Aguadilla is known as The Atlantic Garden for its full colored, undersea life that resides on its ocean. It is located in the northwest side of Puerto Rico. Aguadilla has several places to visit, which makes it a diverse city. You can find Punta Borinquén Lighthouse, the Rafael Hernández Airport and the Ramey Military Base, at the north; an Aquatic Park named Las Cascadas de Aguadilla in the center, and the Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena on the south of this city.

Aguadilla is also known for its worldwide recognized beaches, ideal for surfing. The most popular beach is Crash Boat. The name is said to originate from the beach’s former use by the United States Air Force. It used to be a small port with a pier where rescue boats for downed airplanes would dock. The old pier still stretches out into the ocean, enjoyed by beachgoers as part of the scenery.

Its history aside, Crash Boat is now a peaceful spot better known for the abundance of colorful fishing boats strewn along its shore. Being a great locale for fishing, chances are you will run into local residents who make their living on the open waters of the Atlantic.

Kayaking and snorkeling are popular activities in Aguadilla. Crash Boat’s south side, meanwhile, benefits from calmer waters perfect for wading and relaxing. Although crowded on the weekends, and especially during the summer, Crash Boat can also provide the ideal romantic setting for an evening stroll. The multi-faceted Crash Boat Beach, said to be one of Puerto Rico’s “most photographed” locations, offers visitors a variety of activities and views of unparalleled beauty that combined have given it its iconic status.

Remember, if you are thinking of visiting Crash Boat this summer, don’t forget to rent the proper equipment for these water activities on our Outdoor Recreation Shop, located at Bldg.

67 (behind Auto Shop). For prices call 787-707-3734 or 787-552-7222.

Community Recreation Division Benefits You can get in Salsa Dancing More and more people are flocking in Gyms and fitness centers these days but pumping iron or running on the treadmill is not the only way to get fit-- as it used to be. There is a much more fun way to get sweaty for the sake of achieving a healthy and fit body. So what is this good alternative to heavy workouts I am referring to?

Salsa dance lessons, yes that is right, learning to dance is a wonderful way of getting fit. Dancing is not only for ladies, salsa dancing if for everybody-regardless of gender.

Actually, Salsa dance lessons are like the best aerobics class you have ever been to. You are working your arms, back, buttocks, and legs all at the same time--enough to burn body fats. Yes Salsa dancing is a complete body workout that anyone can have.

Come to our Salsa Night on May 21st from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm and enjoy a complementary Salsa dance session and give it a go. We guarantee in a short span of time your heart will be working hard and you will be building up a sweat. Burn fat, and achieve a more fit body.

It might shock you to know but an essential part of a Salsa dancers kit is a good towel. You need something to wipe you brow during dances! It is because; you will surely burn lots of fats.

In addition, Salsa dance lessons are not only effective for the body but are also good for the mind. Yes Salsa is a therapy for mind too; how good can one thing get!

A recent study in the United Kingdom has shown that individuals suffering from depression who were sent to Salsa dance lessons showed a substantial and measurable improvement after attending lessons for 10 weeks. This is indeed a substantial proof that salsa dancing does not only make your body healthy but your mind as well.

The act of socializing at the Salsa dance lessons and the up beat music had a dramatic effect on the study’s participants. I can tell you from personal experience there is nothing better to sort out an awful day than heading off and dancing some Salsa.

So there you have it you can get physically and mentally fit while having a great time at Salsa dance lessons.

No need to fight with the weight machines at the gym, go and dance Salsa and have the most fun you have ever had standing up!

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The Explosive Wheels Auto Show will be held at the Automotive Skills Center, Bldg. 159, on Sunday, June 13th from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm.

Event’s Highlights: • Latest Car Product Demonstrations by AutoZone • Car Exhibitions Motor Trends and Techniques for repair • FREE Paint & Body Estimates

by Iglesias Auto Service & Body Shop • Car Category Competition (Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in each category) Exterior Cleaning, Interior Cleaning, Sound Bass, Sound Fidelity, Paint Quality • Music, Inflatables, Food and Giveaways Spaces still available, sign up today!

Call to register your car at 787-707-5105/3215.

The US Army does not officially endorse sponsors.

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What are You Reading?

New at the Library

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Featured Book for Asian Pacific Heritage Month

Heaven is So Real

The Fort Buchanan Post Library celebrates Asian Pacific Heritage Month & Armed Forces Day with a display of reading materials available for check-out.

Author: Choo Thomas Choo Thomas, a Korean American, was raised in Korea, the only daughter of non-religious parents. Meeting Jesus for the first time in February 1992, she embraced the Lord with a passionate love, spending every waking moment in His presence. Two years later, at Neighborhood Assembly of God in Tacoma, Washington, she first saw Jesus’ presence visibly, and in 1995 began experiencing physical manifestation from the Holy Spirit while in church. In January 1996, a series of heavenly journeys with the Lord changed her life and her destiny, bringing forth this remarkable book. Choo’s love for Jesus has birthed a deep burden for souls, resulting in the salvation of her entire family and affecting everyone she meets. For three years, the Holy Spirit trained Choo’s body to perform heavenly dances, and she has been performing these dances in the church. Choo and her husband Roger live in Tacoma, Washington. They have two children and four grandchildren.

Memorial Day theme at the Library’s Story Time The Fort Buchanan Post Library offers a story hour along with a craft. May Story Time will be on Wednesday, 19th 2010 at 3:00 pm and the theme will be Memorial Day. Children between the ages of 1 and 9 years old are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Library Coupon Club

Come and join us in learning how to save money on your grocery bill on Thursday, May 27th, 2010, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm. You will learn: where to find coupons, how to organize them, how to maximize your savings, and more! For more information, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

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Computer Orientations

The NCO Journal Magazine

This magazine is published monthly and is filled with great stories and thought-provoking articles. Please stop by the Library and pick up your FREE copy.

Do you belong to a

Book Club?

Book clubs are great for meeting new people and learning about books and authors. A group of people meets to discuss a book or books that they have read and express their opinions, likes and dislikes. It consists of several members who meet in person each month to talk about a specific book or literature. Book discussion clubs may meet in private homes, libraries, bookstores, online forums, pubs, and in cafes or restaurants over meals or drinks.

In person meeting book clubs offer the benefit of having all members in the same room face to face, this makes for a much more personal and intimate experience. They are somewhat small in size, each member typically has more control over what books are selected to read (often members will vote on a list of suggested titles that have been submitted or take turns selecting).

We want to introduce other people to the love and joy of reading, join The Post Library Book Club today, for details please contact Eva Cabañas at 787-707-3812.

Portable DVD Player and Headphones

Library customers don’t need to own a DVD player to enjoy the high quality technology of library movies. If you like to watch a movie while you relax, step up to the library’s circulation desk and check out a portable DVD player and headphones (for use inside the library). Have your ID card available.

May DVD Releases

Precious (Blu-ray) • Robocop (Blu-ray) • Law Abiding Citizen (Blu-ray) • Time Traveler’s Wife (Blu-ray) • Sherlock Holmes (Blu-ray) • An Education • Housebroken • The Diary of Anne Frank • Lonesome Dove • The Box • Unrivaled • Fiddler on the Roof • Twilight Saga New Moon • Yanni Voices • Serious Moonlight • The Informant • District 9 • Hurricane Season • Dante’s Inferno Animated • Fast Food Nation • Give ‘Em Hell Malone • The Stepfather • Hachi A Dog’s Tale • Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs • Cadillac Records • Planet 51 • Ponyo • Obsessed • Massage Therapy for Pro’s • Amelia • Army Wives Season 1

To assist customers in accessing public computers and reference resources, the Fort Buchanan’s Post Library offers computer orientations on different subjects. Our next orientations will be conducted Wednesday, May 5th & 19th, 2010 at 10:00 am. For details, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Kids - Create Your Own Book!

The Post Library offers Books by You which inspires the love of reading and writing in children as they create and publish their own books. To learn more about Books by You, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Playaways

Available at the Post Library. Playaways are recorded books that are about the size of a credit card. Playaway books are portable and allow you to enjoy your favorite authors and titles on-thego (personal headphones are required). A valid military ID and Library Card must be shown each time a Playaway is checked out. The check out limit is 1 per family for two weeks. To learn more about Playaways, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Homework Helper

If you are an Elementary or Middle School student and would like some help with your homework, you should take advantage of the Library’s Homework Helper Program. This program runs every Tuesday during the school year from 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm in the Library’s Children Section.

Students receive assistance in all subjects on a first-come first-serve basis. Students must present a valid military ID or be accompanied by an adult who has a valid military ID. For more information, visit or call the Library at (787) 707-3208.

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Sports & Fitness

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Quick Effective Summer Workouts By: Stephanie Rivera

1. Walking or Jogging Any exercise rutine should include cardiovascular exercise, which strengthens the heart and burns calories.

And walkin or jogging is something you can do anywhere, anytime, with no equipment other than a good pair of shoes.

“Doing a brisk walk can burn up to 500 calories per hour,” says Robert Gotlin, DO, director of orthopaedic and sports rehabilitation at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York. Since it takes 3,500 calories to lose a pound, you could expect to lose a pound for every seven hours you walk, if you did nothing else.

Don’t go from the sofa to walking an hour day, though.

Richard Cotton, a spokesman for the American Council on Exercise, says beginners should start by walking five to -10 minutes at a time, gradually moving up to at least 30 minutes per session.

“Don’t add more than five minutes at a time,” he says.

Another tip: It’s better to lengthen your walks before boosting your speed or incline.

2. Interval training Whether you’re a beginner or an exercise veteran, a walker or an aerobic dancer, adding interval training to your cardiovascular workout will boost your fitness level and help you lose weight.

“Varying your pace throughout the exercise session stimulates the aerobic system to adapt,” says Cotton.

“The more power the aerobic system has, the more capacity you have to burn calories.”

The way to do it is to push the intensity or pace for a minute or two, then back off for anywhere from two to -10 minutes (depending on how long your total workout will be, and how much time you need to recover).

Continue doing this throughout the workout.

3. Push-ups If done correctly, the push-up can strengthen the chest, shoulders, triceps, and even the core trunk muscles, all at one time.

Here’s how to do a perfect push-up: From a face-down position, place your hands slightly wider than shoulderwidth apart. Place your toes or knees on the floor, and try to create a perfect diagonal with your body, from the shoulders to the knees or feet. Keep the gluteus [rear-end muscles] and abdominals engaged. Then lower and lift your body by bending and straightening your elbows, keeping your torso stable throughout.

There are always ways to make it harder, says Rufa.

Once your form is perfect, try what he calls the “Tstabilization” push-up: Get into push-up position, then do your push-ups with one arm raised out to the side, balancing on the remaining three limbs without rotating your hips.

4. Abdominal Crunches Who doesn’t want firm, flat abs? Experts say that when

Armed Forces Day

tary services at home and across the seas” and said, “it is vital to the security of the nation and to the establishment of a desirable peace.” In an excerpt from the Presidential Proclamation of February 27th, 1950, Mr. Truman stated: Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 20th, 1950, marks the first combined demonstration by America’s defense team of its progress, under the National Security Act, towards the goal of readiness for any eventuality. It is the first parade of preparedness by the unified forces of our land, sea, and air defense.

“United in Strength” Saturday, May 15, 2010 On August 31st, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days. The single-day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under one department -- the Department of Defense. Each of the military leagues and orders was asked to drop sponsorship of its specific service day in order to celebrate the newly announced Armed Forces Day. The Army, Navy and Air Force leagues adopted the newly formed day.

The Marine Corps League declined to drop support for Marine Corps Day but supports Armed Forces Day, too.

In a speech announcing the formation of the day, President Truman “praised the work of the mili-

The first Armed Forces Day was celebrated by parades, open houses, receptions, and air shows. In Washington D.C., 10,000 troops of all branches of the military, cadets, and veterans marched pass the President and his party. In Berlin, 1,000 U.S. troops paraded for the German citizens at Templehof Airfield. In New York City, an estimated 33,000 participants initiated Armed Forces Day “under an air cover of 250 military planes of all types.” In the harbors across the country were the famed mothballed “battlewagons” of World War II, the Missouri, the New Jersey, the North Carolina, and the Iowa, all open for public inspection. Precision flying teams dominated the skies as tracking radar were exhibited on the ground. All across the Country, the American people joined together to honor the Armed Forces.

done correctly, the familiar crunch (along with its variations) is a good choice to target them.

For a standard crunch, says Cotton, begin lying on your back with feet flat on the floor and fingertips supporting your head. Press your low back down and begin the exercise by contracting abdominals and peeling first your head (tucking your chin slightly), then your neck, shoulders, and upper back off the floor.

Be careful not to pull your neck forward by sticking the chin out; don’t hold your breath, and keep elbows out of your line of vision to keep chest and shoulders open.

For his part, Petersen teaches his clients to do crunches with their feet off the floor and knees bent. He says that with feet kept on the floor, many people tend to arch the back and engage the hip flexors.

“Crunches can be excellent, but if they’re not done correctly, with the back arching, they can actually weaken the abdominals,” Petersen says.

To work the obliques (the muscles on the sides of your waist), says Cotton, take the standard crunch and rotate the spine toward one side as you curl off the floor.

“Twist before you come up,” he says. “It’s really important that the twist comes first because then it’s the obliques that are actually getting you up.”

But keep in mind that you won’t get a flat stomach with crunches alone, says Cotton. Burning belly fat requires the well-known formula: using up more calories than you take in.

“Crunches work the ab muscles; [they’re] not to be mistaken as exercise that burns the fat over the abdominals,” he says. “That’s the biggest myth in exercise going.”

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The Army’s Official web site for military Families is:

www.myarmyonesource.com

Family Advocacy Program May’s Class Schedule: Wednesday, May 5th

Stress and Anger Management for Adults, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at ACS, Bldg. 1019-C

Mondays, May 10th and 24th

Military Spouses, visit FAP and use the Stress Relief Chair, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at ACS, Bldg. 1019-C, Buchanan Heights.

Tuesdays, May 11th and 25th

You have photos, now what do you do with them?

Getting started in scrapbooking can be the hardest part. Get a head start on Friday May 7th, 3:00 pm at the Scrapbooking Class to be held at Army Community Service, Bldg. 1019. Learn layout, paper embellishments, getting organized and more techniques. Spring is a great time to work on your scrapbooks. Whether you are getting caught up with baby photos or getting ready for your child’s graduation. Call 787-707-3682 to sign-up.

New Parents Support Morning Playgroup, 9:00 am - 11:00 am.

Call FAP for details.

Wednesdays, May 12th, 19th & 26th

Active Parenting of Teens. Teens Behavior VS. Parents.

From 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at ACS, Bldg. 1019-C, Buchanan Heights.

Thursday, May 13th

Creating a Peaceful Home- 10 Rules for Peace at Home. From 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm at ACS Bldg. 1019, Buchanan Heights.

Monday, May 17th

Anger Management, 10 Ways to Cool Down, 4:00 pm at ACS, Bldg. 1019, Buchanan Heights.

For schedule and information of classes please call Ms. Carmen T. Rivera, FAP Educator, 787-707-3698 or via e-mail: carmen.t.rivera1@us.army.mil. For SHARP Program related information call Ms. Wilda Díaz, FAP Manager, 787-707-3709 or via e-mail: wilda.diaz@us.army.mil

Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Program

AR-600-20 for military personnel only, response to victims of abuse EMERGENCY HOTLINE: 787-406-4222 Please contact the Family

Advocacy Program at 787-707-3698

or 787-707-3709

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Child,Youth & School Services

“Quick Wins” to help Army Families

In April 2007, the Chief of Staff of the Army announced the implementation of Quick Wins to help Army Families deal with the stresses of extended and multiple deployments. These Quick Wins form the basis of the CYSS Programs and Services that support the Army Family Covenant Focus Areas to improve Family Readiness by standardizing and funding Family Programs and Services and ensuring excellence in schools, youth services, and child care.

The CYSS Programs are funded through multiple sources known as the Soldier Family Action Plan (SFAP). One of the services identified to support was transportation for children and youth for participation in CYS Services programs.

This transportation enables youth to reach the front doors of our programs (CDC, SAS, YS, SKIES). Based on demand and desperate need for reliable transportation, Family, Morale Welfare and Recreation Command (FMWRC) centrally purchased and delivered two buses to the Fort Buchanan Child, Youth & School Services.

NEW Army Youth Leadership Forum 2010 Representatives from Fort Buchanan

Child, Youth & School Services Parent Advisory Committee Meeting

May 19th 2010 at building 148 (School Age Services facility) 5:30 pm.

• CDC-SAS New Facility Update

• Life & Adventure Trips • Skies Program

• Edge and Hired Programs • Summer Camp (YS and SAS) Child care and a light snack will be provided.

For more information, please call the CYSS Parent Central Services Office at 787-707-3787/3434

Brandon Martínez and Leyla Barrientos, were the teens selected to represent Fort Buchanan at this year’s Southeast Region Youth Leadership Forum.

The role of these teens are present issues affecting Middle School and Teen youth at their Garrisons. The Army Youth Leadership Forum not only helps build Youth and Adult Partnerships, yet lets the youth participate in a service learning project, share experiences and establish support systems related to deployment, learn how to access and integrate technology, attend workforce preparation workshops, and identify and prioritize youth issues including those identified at the Garrison level. Each Teen has a say and can provide input as to the issues Teens face in the real world. Further, the Youth Leadership Forum allows youth to help in Youth Program Planning.

The forum is in June and the youth will report the top issues upon their return.

ENTERTAINMENT

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BBQ at the Patio Every Thursday from 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Kabobs (Pinchos) • Ribs • Angus Burgers • Sweet Potatoes • Corn on the Cob and other delicious items to enjoy at the patio, or to go!

Karaoke is Back at the Club’s Borinquen Lounge & Patio You request it and the Community Club is bringing Karaoke BACK!! People will enjoy themselves by singing on the microphone all those well-known songs. We want to make singing a more pleasant activity and not a simple recital in the shower anymore. Let’s face it; we all sing, it’s just that not all of us sing well in public. Most of us would rather sing in private; whether it’s in the shower or in the car, but we ALL love to sing. Now most of us can’t carry a tune, but all of us want to be a star so we have found a new outlet for you, KARAOKE. If you are looking for the best way to develop your own singing abilities when you are up on stage, there is no better way than to come to the Borinquen Lounge & Patio and express yourself on our Steak & Karaoke Night.

Join us every Friday starting at 4 pm and leave your stress behind.

Here are some Karaoke Power Songs so you can practice and express yourself on Fridays: • Beat It by Michael Jackson (Can you also dance like Michael?)

• Mentiroso by Olga Tañon • Don’t Stop Believing by Journey • Living on a Prayer by Bon Jovi • Dancing Queen by ABBA (Oldie but a goodie!)

• Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynyrd • Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice • Eye of the Tiger by Survivor • Total Eclipse of the Heart by Bonnie Tyler • Subete a mi moto by Menudo (Choreographs are always welcomed)

Army Birthday Lunch on June 14th at 11:30 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center.

Be alert for Father’s Day Buffet coming up on June 20th.

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The latest

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SPECTACULAR SUB PH Apartment with Balcony in Condado Area available imm e d i a t e l y.

Beautifully decorated.

Fully furnished and equipped with NEW appliances including washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator, microwave, wine cooler, central air conditioning. Ultra modern furniture including living room, dining room and bedroom sets. Electric generator, and water tank for the whole apartment, 1 covered parking and panoramic elevator. Just steps away from the beach and tourist areas.

Ready to move in! $1,600 monthly.

Price includes maintenance.

787-292-1319/787-613-1319.

SALES Big NAF Sale coming soon!

Be alert for more details.

Items in “as is condition” at bargain prices. Kitchen and Restaurant Equipment • Sealed Bids. Call 787-7073138 or 4656.

DFMWR is currently looking for sponsors and vendors for the 4th of July Celebration 2010

For commercial sponsorships contact Ms. Mariana Urrutia, 787-7073703. For food concessions please contact Ms. Estrella Casanova at 787707-5105. Vendor opportunities are limited so call soon!

For Paid Advertisements and/ or Commercial Sponsorship Opportunities please call 787-707-3703/3719 or email: mariana.urrutia@us.army.mil

San Juan Night Celebration at the Water Spout Noche de San Juan June 23rd, 7:00 pm - 1:00 am, Live Band • BBQ will be available