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JULY 2010

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SOS • Coping with Grief

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Wheels Rolled at the Auto Show

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Splish-Splash-Summer at the WaterSpout Page 3 Summer Reading Club & Read the Book, See the Movie

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Indoor Cycling - A Great Way to Exercise

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MWR Family Day & Old Timers Olympics Page 8

The Bowling Center’s First Open Tournament National Celebrations at the Community Club & Conference Center: National Salad Week: Celebrated during the fourth week of July with our Sandwich, Soup or Salad Special offer for $5.00. Mondays - Fridays from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.

National Grilling Month: Come to the Borinquen Lounge & Patio and enjoy our delicious BBQ menu every Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm.

Tour de France Month Throughout July, one of the most grueling, challenging and admirable sports events on the planet!

Page 9 Independence Day

Thomas Jefferson wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence and presented it to the Continental Congress on June 28, 1776, in Philadelphia, Penn. Four days later (after some editing), only nine out of the 13 colonies voted in favor of it.

On July 8, the Declaration was publicly read aloud twice in Philadelphia’s Independence Square to cheering crowds and pealing church bells. The Province Bell in Independence Hall was rung as well and was renamed the Liberty Bell.

The signing of the document was not completed until August. The first July 4th celebration took place the following year. By the early 1800s, the holiday traditions of parades, picnics, and fireworks were established.

San Juan Night at the WaterSpout The traditional San Juan Night was celebrated on June 23rd from 7:00 pm – 1:00 am at the Water Spout. Even though it rained, attendees could not miss out the opportunity to leave bad luck behind and jump in the pool for good luck! Live steel band played tropical music for all to enjoy while they had delicious BBQ food from our Community Club & Conference Center.

We want to express our sincere appreciation to our event sponsor, Coors Light, for its participation and contribution to MWR’s activities enjoyed by our Armed Forces and guests.

The US Army does not officially endorse sponsors.

Choose a designated driver. Do not drink and drive.

Pet Micro Chipping Clinic

Open to all Fort Buchanan on July 7th from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Fort Buchanan Vet Clinic, Building 676, Sally Port Street. This summer they have taken the task of promoting pet micro chipping, adoption, and the prevention of ticks and fleas. For a low cost of $25.00, including a wellness screening and the DoD charge, your pet can be microchipped at the clinic. This activity is open to all Fort Buchanan employees, including civilians. Call the clinic to make an appointment at 787-707-2038. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 3:30 pm.

How does the micro chip work?

The pet micro chip is injected under the skin, between the shoulder blades of your pet. It is small enough to fit in an hypodermic needle.The registration is free. If your pet is lost, and is taken to a clinic or shelter, it will be scanned for a microchip.

The company will look for your information in the recovery system and will contact you.

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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... July’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 & Acting Community Recreation Division • Chief: Jerome Hesby • T- 787-707-3505/3535• Bldg. 660 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.

Keeping the promise... Army Family Covenant

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Coping with Grief and Loss • Your are not Alone By: Melinda Smith, M.A., Ellen Jaffe–Gill, M.A., and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D. Helpguide.org

Losing someone or something you love is very painful.

After a significant loss, you may experience all kinds of difficult and surprising emotions, such as shock, anger, and guilt.

Sometimes it may feel like the sadness will never let go. While these feelings can be frightening and overwhelming, they are normal reactions to loss.

Accepting them as part of the grieving process and allowing yourself to feel what you feel is necessary for healing. There is no right or wrong way to grieve — but there are healthy ways to cope with the pain. You can get through it! Grief that is expressed and experienced has a potential for healing that eventually can strengthen and enrich life.

What is grief?

Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s the emotional suffering you feel when something or someone you love is taken away. You may associate grief with the death of a loved one – and this type of loss does often cause the most intense grief.

But any loss can cause grief, including: • A relationship breakup • Loss of health • Losing a job • Loss of financial stability • A miscarriage • Death of a pet • Loss of a cherished dream • A loved one’s serious illness • Loss of a friendship • Loss of safety after a trauma The more significant the loss, the more intense the grief. However, even subtle losses can lead to grief. For example, you might experience grief after moving away from home, graduating from college, changing jobs, selling your family home, or retiring from a career you loved.

Everyone grieves differently

Grieving is a personal and highly individual experience. How you grieve depends on many factors, including your personality and coping style, your life experience, your faith, and the nature of the loss. The grieving process takes time. Healing happens gradually; it can’t be forced or hurried – and there is no “normal” timetable for grieving. Some people start to feel better in weeks or months. For others, the grieving process is measured in years. Whatever your grief experience, it’s important to be patient with yourself and allow the process to naturally unfold.

Myths and Facts About Grief MYTH: The pain will go away faster if you ignore it.

Fact: Trying to ignore your pain or keep it from surfacing will only make it worse in the long run.

For real healing it is necessary to face your grief and actively deal with it.

MYTH: It’s important to “be strong” in the face of loss.

Fact: Feeling sad, frightened, or lonely is a normal reaction to loss. Crying doesn’t mean you are weak. You don’t need to “protect” your family or friends by putting on a brave front. Showing your true feelings can help them and you.

MYTH: If you don’t cry, it means you aren’t sorry about the loss.

Fact: Crying is a normal response to sadness, but it’s not the only one. Those who don’t cry may feel the pain just as deeply as others.

They may simply have other ways of showing it.

MYTH: Grief should last about a year.

Fact: There is no right or wrong time frame for grieving. How long it takes can differ from person to person.

(Source: Center for Grief and Healing) Coping with grief and loss tip 1: Get support The single most important factor in healing from loss is having the support of other people. Even if you aren’t comfortable talking about your feelings under normal circumstances, it’s important to express them when you’re grieving.

Sharing your loss makes the burden of grief easier to carry. Wherever the support comes from, accept it and do not grieve alone.

Connecting to others will help you heal.

Coping with grief and loss tip 2: Take care of yourself When you’re grieving, it’s more important than ever to take care of yourself. The stress of a major loss can quickly deplete your energy and emotional reserves. Looking after your physical and emotional needs will help you get through this difficult time.

When grief doesn’t go away

It’s normal to feel sad, numb, or angry following a loss. But as time passes, these emotions should become less intense as you accept the loss and start to move forward. If you aren’t feeling better over time, or your grief is getting worse, it may be a sign that your grief has developed into a more serious problem, such as complicated grief or major depression.

If you are a family member of a Fallen Soldier and would like more information call us today (787) 707-3692. You are not alone!

787-707-5105/3804

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What’s HOT in our programs

JULY 2010

Explosive Wheels Auto Show!

SSG Rolando Lugo and SFC Edwin Martínez

On Sunday June 13th, 2010, Ft. Buchanan had its first Explosive Wheels Auto Show at the Automotive Skills Center from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. The event was a huge success with car enthusiasts from all around the Island. Many Clubs from antiques to modern car models participated at event with over 100 models for display. The Club de Figuras y Dioramas of PR had a splendid display of historical war moments from different battles for all to enjoy and relive with their historical facts and live recreations. Music, BBQ and Inflatables could not be left out as part of the car show’s entertainment. The sunny afternoon ended with the award ceremony where trophies were handed out to all winners. Car categories competition included Exterior Cleaning, Sound Bass, Sound Fidelity, Paint Quality, Oldest Mother and among others.

Event sponsors where awesome! We want to express our thanks to: Auto Zone, Coors Light, Iglesias Auto Service & Body Shop and Exchange New Car Sales. Their contribution and involvement helped made this a great activity. The Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation greatly appreciates your investment in our programs for all our Military Community at Fort Buchanan.

Mr. Dallas Petersen, DFMWR Director hands out an award to a participant.

Iglesias Service and Body Shop

Club de Figuras y Dioramas de Puerto Rico

Iglesias Service and Body Shop The US Army does not officially endorse sponsors. Choose a designated driver. Do not drink and drive.

Discovering Puerto Rico and its Attractions Culebra , Puerto Rico

From: Bienvenidos Magazine: Official Magazine of the Puerto Rico Hotel & Tourism Association 2010

Join Outdoor Recreation’s Scuba Trips held monthly. Call 787-707- 3734 for details.

Beautiful beaches, forest, and bird-watching areas are located in Culebra, Puerto Rico. The Island measures 7 miles long by 3 miles wide and its main settlement is Dewey, with a small shopping district and a row of guest houses with restaurants along a channel from the ocean. Many of the restaurants and bars are spread out, some around Flamenco Bay and along the coastal roads running outside town. Culebra has a nature reserve with stunning coastal areas.

For a tiny island, Culebra has tremendous number of spectacular beaches. Once you see Flamenco Beach, you might not want to go anywhere else.

Zoni Beach faces east and on clear days you can see out to St. Thomas. Culebrita is the largest of the many small cays surrounding the island and has beaches and is ringed with coral. It is especially popular with boaters traveling around

the Caribbean. Malone is another great snorkeling beach and can be reached by foot from town.

In addition to beaches, Culebra offers fantastic opportunities for diving and snorkeling. Culebra is surrounded by 50 dive sites and excellent snorkeling can be found right off its beaches. One of the best sites is Playa Carlos Rosario and Cayo Luis Peña Nature Reserve, which feature a long coral reef rich with sea life. The waters surrounding the islands are also a sailor’s delight, and vessels from across the world tie up in the sleepy sheltered coves of both islands.

How to get there? The Puerto Rico Port Authority offers a daily ferry service between Fajardo and Dewey in Culebra. The Ferry can get crowded especially on weekends and holidays.

Reservations are not accepted, but tickets can be purchased in advance. There is also a cargo/ car ferry from Fajardo to Culebra. Finally the fastest way to get to Culebra is by Air. There are several small airlines that fly to Culebra from the main island and are quite inexpensive.

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Fun in the Sun:

Ways to keep your kids entertained this summer.

Whether you are home with the kids all day long, or only on the evenings and weekends, the following activities are sure to be a hit.

Inflatable Bounce Houses: With the amount of residential inflatable bounces houses available for rent at our Outdoor Recreation Center, it is now feasible to have a variety of inflatable bounce houses in your own backyard. There are lots of new imaginative designs, including inflatable water park bounce houses. Kids will love jumping up and down in the water slides.

Water Parks: There is no better way to have fun in the summer than to cool off with water activities. Come to the Water Spout from Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm and whether you splash in the water, or go down the wet slides, everyone will have a blast. So wait for a really sunny hot day, break out the bathing suits, towels, and sun screen, and let your children get soaked engaging in this fun activity.

Chalk Time: Most children love to play with chalk and turn their driveways and sidewalks into masterpieces.With the variety of fun colors and a little imagination, anything is possible. A piece of cement can transform into a school, a house, or a castle. Lines can be drawn on the ground, and the sidewalk can become a race track for bikes or scooters.

Whether you engage your kids in chalk time, jumping in inflatable or visiting our Water Spout water park this summer is sure to be a blast and the time will fly.

Source: Article Biz

at the Water Spout Seasonal Hours of Operation Summer Season

• 0-4 ft Pool • Water slides Memorial Day thru Labor Day: Tues - Sun 10:00 am - 5:30 pm • Water games Winter Season • Sunning deck Labor Day thru Memorial Day: Fri - Sun 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm • Pool parties For Reservations & Memberships it is open all year Tuesday through Saturday from 12:00 pm -5:00 pm • Recreational facilities for the Closed on Mondays for cleaning except for Federal Holidays Physically challenged American Red Cross Swimming Lessons: • Showers, lockers, and bathing Levels I, II & III, $50.00 per 8 half hour session suit dryers Private Swimming Lessons: $10.00 per half hour lesson • Annual membership program Aqua Aerobics: • Learn to swim and $30.00 per 8 one hour session Water Aerobic classes

Outdoor Recreation in the palm of your hand

We invite you to celebrate a birthday or special event in a different way . . .

Plan 1- Mini Pool Party, held from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm • During pool operating hours • 20 guests only (adults and children included) • Reserved area on the “cool deck” for 4 hours, from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm • Use of 0-4 ‘ deep pool, water slides (children with the required height) • Use of games in the pool • Lifeguards * Fees: A/D Military $125.00*/ ID Card Holders $150*

Plan 2- Evening Private Pool Parties

held from 7:00 pm -11:00 pm • A maximum of 250 guests • The reserved facility is used exclusively by activity guests.

• Pool, slides, games & deck available • Lifeguards on duty Fees: A/D Military $375.00*/ Other ID Card Holders $475.00* * Cancellations: 72 hours in advance, penalty fee of $75 applied if cancelling under 72 hours of schedule event. * $75 deposit required at reservation Glass items or bottles and alcoholic beverages are NOT allowed.

Daily Admission Fee:

Authorized **adult (11 Years and older): $5.50 per person Children 4-10 years old : $3.50 per child Children 3 years and under: Free

Annual Membership Plan: Category

Single *Family

Active Duty (includes $20 AD Reserve) Reserve Component $25 DA/DOD Employees $25 Retirees $50

$50

$100 $100 $150

* Family means ID card holder and immediate family members.

** ID card holders 18 and older can sponsor up to five (5) guests.

Phone: 787-707-3550

It’s that time of the year in which you start planning your vacation. In case you didn’t know DFMWR’s Outdoor Recreation Center has a variety of equipment rental available for the entire family. For those interested in Water Sports we have two person Kayaks with life vests and paddles. If you are into snorkeling, we have all gear and Morey Boards available. We offer Scuba lessons at great prices. The Open Water Training for beginners includes, student training book (on loan), scuba equipment (full set) for an incredible price of $150.00 per person over the age of 14 years. We are also offering Advance Scuba Classes and Rescue Class during this summer.

For those who love Games & Sports we carry various inflatable for back yard fun, such as a water slide, obstacle course, jumping castle for smaller kids a mall jump house, for the big kids we have the Paintball to use for on post usage, and the Sumo wrestling.

But if you are only thinking of throwing a party and getting the whole family together here are some of the Party Items we have available: Canopies in various sizes: 10’ x 20’, 20’ x 20’, 20’ x 30’ and the 10’ x 10’ pop-up tents, chairs, tables, Domino tables set, BBQ grills (gas or charcoal) popcorn, cotton candy or nacho machines.

We also have folding beach chairs, trimmers, lawn mowers, steam cleaners, chain saws, buffers and rotary hammers. You won’t be bored this summer with these great items available for rental at our Outdoor Recreational Center, Bldg. 67 (behind the Automotive Skills Center).

For more information or to reserve your equipment you can contact Edwin Rivera, or Angel L. Morales, CRD Support at 787-707-3734

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What are You Reading?

New at the Library

JULY 2010

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Read the Book, See the Movie

Each month, prior to the movie event, copies of the selected title will be available at the Library. See the movie and receive and a free bag of popcorn even if you haven’t read the book. For more information about Read the Book, See the Movie, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

The Twilight Saga: New Moon (PG-13)

Thursday, July 15 at 5:30 pm The Twilight Saga’s second installment finds Bella and Edward feeling pretty good - or at least a little less broody - about the state of things after having ironed out some of the finer points of interspecies dating. Naturally, it doesn’t last long. Bella’s 18th birthday party turns into a bit of a fiasco when Edward’s brother nearly kills Bella in a fit of bloodlust.

It’s an awkward situation, to be certain, but while Bella is willing to forgive and forget, Edward elects to leave town permanently. The decision sets off a chain of miscommunications that lead to, among other things, cliff diving, a visit with vampire royalty, a supernatural love triangle, and a close call with a scorned vampire whose mate met a gory end at the hands of the Cullens.

Dear John (PG-13)

Thursday, August 19th at 5:30 pm John is a soldier home on leave who meets Savannah, a college student. The two may not have been looking for love, but love finds them anyway. Then the September 11 attacks happen, and John is torn between love for Savannah and duty to country. Because this is an adaptation of a Nicholas Sparks novel, there will be drama and heartbreak, and Dear John doesn’t tread lightly in this emotional battlefield.

FREE

POPCORN! 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.

July DVD Releases • The Red Baron (Blu-Ray) •American Serengeti (Blu-Ray) • Fist of Legend (Blu-Ray) • The Princess Bride (Blu-Ray) • Daybreakers (Blu-Ray) • Fighter Pilots • Beaches • Rio Grande • The Scarlet Letter • The Old Man and the Sea • The Spy Next Door • 187 • Legend of the Tsunami Warrior • Vancouver 2010 Highlights XXI Olympic WinteGames • Invictus • The Thin Red Line • Hoodlum • Legion • The Boondock Saints • Bakugan Chapter 1 • Wilma • Motherhood • Bella Mafia • Peacock • The New Daughter • Alice in Wonderland • Conspiracy Theory • The Messenger • Life • Shakespeare in Love

The Fort Buchanan Post Library celebrates * Beatrix Potter’s Birthday & Independence Day with a display of various reading materials available for check-out.

* Helen Beatrix Potter (28 July 1866 – 22 December 1943) was an English author, illustrator, mycologist and conservationist best known for children’s books featuring anthropomorphic characters such as in The Tale of Peter Rabbit.

Kids - join the

Voyage to Book Island Summer Reading Club

The Fort Buchanan Post Library welcomes children between the ages of 1 to 9 years old to a summer of fun and discovery at your Library.

Sign up at the Post Library beginning June 1st. We will meet July 7th, & 14th from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm at the Library. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Join the Book Club

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.

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.

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.

Library Coupon Club

Come and join us in learning how to save money on your grocery bill on Thursday, July 29th, 11:00 am – 12:00 noon. 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.

Computer Orientations

To assist customers in accessing public computers and reference resources, the Fort Buchanan Post Library offers computer orientations on different subjects. Our next orientations will be conducted Wednesdays, July 7th & July 21st, at 10:00 am. For details, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Things to do in July Event Calendar

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Sports & Fitness

JULY 2010

Indoor Cycling… a Great Way to Exercise

Indoor Cycling was created by Johnny G in 1986. In preparing for a Race Across America, he needed to find a way to continue his Cycling program under all types of weather conditions. That is when he set up a stationary bike with a weighted flywheel. This invention has caused a great impact as it is practiced all over the world. There are a several Indoor Cycling programs out there, but in general they have very similar philosophies, Spinning being the household name.

In Fort Buchanan Indoor Cycling was introduced in the year 1999. At that time, not knowing the impact it would have, only 16 bikes were purchased. In the next couple of months ten more bikes were purchased due to the high demand in classes. In the beginning there were only four classes and as the popularity grew there was a need for more instructors. Some positions were opened to fill that void and also the recruitment of volunteers started to supply the demand. After eleven years, four generations of bikes, certified employees and dozens of dedicated certified volunteers, the program at Fort Buchanan has 30 bikes and has grown to 16 classes a week, without including special requests from units or other groups. Classes range from 45 minutes to an hour and on special occasions can be of 90 minutes or more.

This has been a trend that has continued over the years and seems to be attracting more customers to join in and achieve their fitness goals.

An Indoor Cycling class can benefit anyone if the right steps are taken and the person is seriously about a training program. Benefits from a Cycling program are as follows: 1. Improved aerobic capacity 2. Can burn between 400-600 calories (45 min ride) 3. More energy 4. Tone lower body & core muscles 5. Releases stress & tension 6. Rider is in control 7. No complicated movements 8. Fun factor involved as it is done with a group At Fort Buchanan the wellness of our community is a concern and the Fitness center has established some rules for the enjoyment and safety of all; If you are fifty and over or have health risk factors a medical certificate is required. Signing in is a must and can be done a day in advance. Water and towel are a mandatory for the class. Towels will be placed in the back of the bike. You must arrive at least five minutes before the class, if you’re a beginner even earlier. No one will be permitted five minutes after starting time.

Shoe laces should be tucked inside the shoes. No cell phones or electronics devices are permitted in class to avoid distractions and competing with instructor’s voice. Other rules may apply. If you are interested in joining the Fort Buchanan Indoor Cycling program or need more information call 787 707-3767 or visit our facilities located at building 167 Chrisman Road.

By: Roberto Fernández

Mountain Lion Rock Climbing & Cycling Event August 19th

11:30 am - 1:00 pm at the Sports & Fitness Center, Bldg. 167. (rock climbing outdoors)

A cross training event that combines cycling and rock climbing.

Details by calling 787-707-3767

Cycling Challenge By: Roberto Fernández

The Cycling Challenge was a historic event because it was the first time the Fort Buchanan Fitness Center held a three hour ride. The Challenge had 18 participants and all of them endured the ride. At the Fitness Center we are all proud of all the participants for the feat and extend a special thanks to the instructors Rafael Brisueño, Maria Alfonso and Nicole Martínez.

Participants were the following: 1. Frank González 10. Adalberto Cordero 2. José L. Lopez 11. Nestor Guevara 3. Nelson Santiago 12. Javier Medina 4. Griselle Mirabal 13. Antonia Alvarado 5. José Torres 14. Carmen Montanez 6. Migdalia Torres 15.Annette Ribot 7. Shwanda St.Louis 16. Daniel Garcia 8. Frankie Pérez 17. Ariel Berrios 9. Marilyn Santos 18. Shermin Walters

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

www.myarmyonesource.com

Learning thru Play… Water Play

For young children, water isn’t just for getting clean. In fact, water play for toddlers is rarely about getting clean. For them, dumping, pouring, filling, mixing, playing with sponges, corks, cups, bowls, ice cubes, food coloring, bubbles and so on is a lot of fun.

Water play encourages discovery and stimulates interest in the physical world.Toddlers have at least one water-play activity daily: bath time. A few suggestions to help your child have fun out of every bath: • Supervised carefully your child at all times/turn off your phone • Put a few inches of water in the tub, place your child in the water, then let the tap run slowly so your child can fill up cups, play in the stream of water, and so on • Add as many plastic kitchen utensils as you can spare to your collection of bath toys • Sponges (plain or cut into shapes) are fun for the bath • Young children love filling up small containers with water • Ping pong balls are great to play with in the water (try to keep it under the water... it will pop up) • Poke few holes in the bottom of a plastic container. Children will enjoy filling it with water and watching the water drip and dribble out the bottom • Include bubbles in your bath time Safety note: Drowning in a water-filled bucket or a few inches of water in the bathtub is a very real possibility for young children; please supervise any water play carefully.

Courtesy of Family Advocacy Prevention / Education Program

Family Advocacy Program (FAP) July’s Class Schedule: • Parenting of Teens

Returning Stateside Smooth Move Orientation

Thursday, July 15th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm at García Street Bldg. 1019 Buchanan Heights. This orientation will not only help for “REVERSE CULTURAL SHOCK”, but it will provide detailed information that can assure a smooth move.

For more details please call Mrs. Adria Lucca, Relocation Readiness Program Manager at (787) 707-3682/3697.

Wednesdays: July 7th “The Active Parent” July 14th “Winning Cooperation” July 21st “Responsibility and Discipline” July 28th “Understanding and Redirecting Misbehavior” 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at ACS, Bldg. 1019-C.

• Prevention of Teens Dating Violence

Thursday, July 8th, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm at ACS, Bldg. 1019-C, Buchanan Heights.

• New Parents Support Group Morning Playgroup

Tuesdays July 13th and 27th, 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Bldg. 1000 (CDC/ SAS New Building) 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

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Child,Youth & School Services

JULY 2010

School Liaison Services: The School Liaison Program is a Department of the Army Program designed to improve the educational environments and academics of K-12 school-aged family members whose parents are assigned to Army installations and activities. Our program also reaches out to other branches of the military and also our civilians who work for the DoD. The purpose of the program is to provide a link between military Families and on and off post schools to assist them with those unique problems facing military children (PCS moves, deployments, differences in curriculum between stateside and overseas schools, and Department of Defense Schools and civilian schools).

The programs focus is to assist family members in being advocates for their children’s education and to deal with school issues such as: varying schoolto-school academic curriculum and schedules; varying graduation and records transfer requirements.

The School Liaison Officer informs and assists parents on youth education and school issues develops solutions in partnership with local schools that ease barriers to successful education transitions for military connected youth, collaborates with local schools, installation organizations, and community organizations to facilitate the education experience of military connected children and youth. Fort Buchanan’s School Liaison Officer can be reached at 787-707-3434.

Expedition to The Galaxy Children 1st to 5th grades

Middle School Program (MSP) Renovation

Individual Golf classes available for children 8 years and up for a cost of $25.00half hour individual lesson or $45.00 for one hour. Group lessons are also available for $30.00 per person (a minimum of five children required for group lesson). Classes held at the Fort Buchanan Golf Course.

Babysitter Course

Date: July 28th and 29th 2010 Time: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Cost: Free

Scrapbooking Class Program Activities: • Nature Walks • Water and Fun Days • Environmental Education • Arts and Crafts • Recycle/Reduce/Reuse • Bowling • Sports • Exercises, Fitness and • Outdoor Organized Nutrition Activities • Cooking and Sewing • Team Building Experiences For more details call CYSS Parent Central Services 787-707-3787/3434

Date: August 2nd and 6th 2010, registration open until July 28th 2010 Location of class: New CDC/SAS facility, Bldg.

1000, Coconut Grove Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Cost: $25.00

SAS and MST Afterschool

Program registration starts in July 2010 at the Parent Central Services office located at Bldg. 152, tel. 787-707-3787.

Basketball Camp

Youth 6th to 12th grades

Program Activities: July 2010 • Moisty Park • Water Spout

• Cerro Gordo Beach

• Arecibo Observatory

• Camuy Caves • Catamaran • Canopy

• Ola Marina • Movies • Fajardo Inn August 2010 • Water Spout • Snorkeling • Kayak

• Luquillo Beach • Water Spout For more details call 787-707-3783/3787

CYSS Basketball Camp Registration continues until July 30th. Camp will be held from August 2nd to 5th at the Sports and Fitness Center, Bldg. 167. Fee: $30.00 for Active Duty, DoD civilians and other eligible patrons. For Youth Sports information call CYSS Sports Specialist, 787-707-3466.

To register your children in classes please visit Bldg. 152, CYSS Parental Central Services Office or call 787-707-3787/3434 for more information.

Summer is a time for adventures, for trying out new things and for renovation. That is precisely what is going on at buildings 1142 and 1143.

Feeling encouraged by the great success and compliments received when the Teen Center was remodeled in February of this year, the MSP program staff has decided to undertake a much needed renovation of the building which houses the Middle School Program.

Renovation plans include a new color scheme, new furniture, flat screen TVs and many other things that will remain a surprise until reopening day.

The MST world will keep improving. We have received notice that the construction for our new MST building will soon start.

Hopefully within a year we will be inaugurating a brand new building with all the state of the art equipment that our youth and teens look forward to using.

We will keep you posted of upcoming plans.

If you would like to come and help us in the project for Fort Buchanan’s youth please stop by Building 1142 or call 787-707-3628.

CDC/SAS New Building’s Grand Opening Ceremony Will be held on July 9th at 10:00 am, Bldg. 1000, Coconut Grove. Everyone is invited!

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Why Take Golf Lessons or By: Jim Doulin any other lessons?

As with any sport or activity, we can all learn to play without professional instructions. The difference is how well do you want to play? How well implies, do you want to improve, play without injury, learn the proper techniques and probably make the game easier to play.

Many golfers’ take great pride in being self taught.

I have heard numerous times in my career that “I have never taken a lesson”. When asked about how they learned the reply is routinely; I have read a lot of books, subscribe to golf magazines and get tips from friends. Knowing several of the Tour Players and following golf for many years, I have yet to hear any of the top players say they have never taken a lesson and that they were self-taught. Tiger Woods again made the news when his Swing Coach decided not to coach him. The number one ranked player in 2009 needs a swing coach? So does the number 2 and number 3 and number 500th ranked player. No matter how good your game is, taking golf lessons should help you see an improvement in your game.

Most professionals take great pride in helping people improve their golf game and subsequently enjoy playing much more. Qualified instructors understand physical capabilities and restrictions, help set realistic goals and help you achieve those goals.

When taking a golf lesson it is best to remain openminded. I have had many golfer’s take a lesson only to start with “I hit everything great except my driver”.

Normally the driver only magnifies the errors in the swing due to the length of the club and the normally longer shot. The student plays an important part in the golf lesson. Students should be willing to listen and be able to visualize the proper movements. Be patient as it takes time and practice to improve. It can be frustrating to not see immediate results, but give it time and practice routinely to realize improvements.

The following are my top ten reasons for taking golf lessons: 1. Learn basics of golf correctly.

2. Learn about golf equipment.

3. Become familiar with golf terminology.

4. Learn how each type of golf club is to be utilized.

5. Learn to hold different types of golf clubs.

6. Learn how to improve your golf swings, pitching, chipping, driving, takeaway, downswing, and others.

7. Learn about fitness, stance, posture, and other biomechanics.

Individual, Couples 8. Become familiar with golf and Group Lessons drills and other practice Now available at Fort methods.

Buchanan Golf Club.

9. Learn to be more consistent. Class fees range from 10. And finally, once you reach $25.00 - $60.00 For details and to register the level you want… be able call 787-707-3852. to maintain that level.

Ft Buchanan Bowling Center Historical Highlights and Interesting Facts:

• During Summer of 2000 Buchanan’s Bowling Center hosted a visit from the Professional Bowling Association players: Parker Bhon, Jason Couch, Doug Kent and Chris Barnes.

• The Fort Buchanan Bowling Center opened on August 28th, 1992, with Mr. Randall R La Fave as manager.

• Victor Negron, Rafael Burgos and Edwin Rivera have worked at the Bowling Center since it open in 1992. Mr Luis R Torres has been the manager since 1995.

• Since the Bowling Center opened 18 years ago, it has held ten perfect games (300 score), 7 games of 299, three of 298 and one of 297.

• Buchanan’s Bowling Center has held two series of 800. One was in March 8th, 1995 of 817 and the other on June 26th, 1997 of 842 • The highest score by a woman was achieved on September 9th, 1997 with a score of 279.

• Special events hosted throughout the past 18 years include: The PR National Guard Annual Championship in 1996, 1997, 1998 and 2001; The Puerto Rico All Star Bowling Association Monthly Tournament 1997 and 1998, the Coca Cola Tournament 1997,1998 and 1999, The Commanders Quarterly Tournament 2007, 2008, The Pepsi Cola Tournament on 2010, The Buchanan Bowlers Club Tournament on 2010 and coming up his summer, the First Open Championship from August 27th to 29th, 2010.

USBC YOUTH Program • The first league started on 1993 and continued until 2005. The new league the Fort Buchanan Ten Pin Bowlers started on October 2008. The league consists of 48 boys and girls raging in ages of 5 - 21 • In 1996 a young bowler from Ft Buchanan, Jorge Toledo represented Puerto Rico in then The National Coca Cola Tournament in Ohio and finished 5th place nationwide.

• In 1997, Iris Vega, another Youth from Fort Buchanan represented Puerto Rico again at The Coca Cola Tournament in Tennessee, finishing 15th nationwide.

• In 2000, Debbie Acevedo finished on first place in her category on the Coca Cola Tournament at Las Vegas Nevada, also of the 4 players that represented Puerto Rico that year was from Fort Buchanan.

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