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October 2011 DFMWR Events Guide

www.buchananmwr.com IN THIS ISSUE:

INSIDE EVERY ISSUE: • What’s HOT in our Programs • Army Family Covenant • Discovering Puerto Rico and its Attractions • Community Recreation Division • What are you reading?

New in the Post Library • Things to do... October 2011 Events Calendar • Sports, Fitness and Outdoor Recreation • Army Community Service • Child, Youth & School Services • On-post Entertainment • Paid Advertising & Classifieds

Domestic Abuse, Where to Find Help Page 1 Halloween Fest Page 2 Featured Book at the Library Puerto Rico’s Fighting 65th U.S. Infantry From San Juan to Chorwan Page 3 Family Advocacy Program: Domestic Abuse Prevention Classes

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Lights on After School

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A World of Opportunities to reach the Military Market in the Island For Commercial Sponsorship and/or Paid Advertising

Call Ms. Mariana Urrutia at 787-707-3703 F. 787-707-3715 or e-mail: mariana.urrutia@us.army.mil

What’s HOT in our programs

Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation • Director, Mr. Dallas J. Petersen DFMWR Admin. Officer • Ms. Liza Muñiz T- 787-707-3135 Business Operations Division & • Chief: Mr. Jerome Hesby • T- 787-707-3373 Bldg. 390, Suite 100 • Community Recreation Division Chief: Mr. Eric Hill • T- 787-707-3301 Bldg. 390, Suite 100 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. 390 Suite 101 Marketing, Advertising & Commercial Sponsorship • Marketing Coordinator and Editor: Ms. Grace Meinhofer • T. 787-707-3719 Bldg. 136, Miles Loop Street

Discovering Puerto Rico and its Attractions

Vieques Vieques is known as La Isla Nena (little girl island) and Isabel Segunda (Isabel II). Vieques was founded in 1843, it’s 21 miles (34 km) long and 3 miles (5 km) wide, and it is 52 square miles (135 square km) in area. It was annexed to Puerto Rico in 1854.

Vieques derives its name from the Taino Indian word for Small Island “Bieques”.

The Island is located between Puerto Rico and St. Thomas (USVI), and is separated from the southeast coast of Puerto Rico by approximately 8 miles of sea, although if you are taking a ferry from Fajardo the distance will be 18 miles. Numerous other small cays (islets) lie offshore of Vieques.

Beauty and history merge on this 21 by 4 mile island. Arawak Indians once lived there and it was an infamous heaven for pirates during the 17th century. Various European powers fought for control of Vieques. The Punta Mulas Lighthouse also known as Morropó was built in 1893. This old lighthouse still protects the port, boasts a reflector imported from Paris in 1895, which extends a beam that can be seen from as far as 16 miles.

The Island is also the home of phosphorescent Mosquito Bay. This rare and remarkable phenomenon is caused by millions of luminescent dinoflagellates lighting up when disturbed by movement. The dinoflagellates, a tiny form of marine life, have characteristics of plants and animals, their size range from about five to 2,000 micrometers (0.0002 to 0.08 inch).

Snorkeling and Scuba are excellent, especially at Blue Beach. Want to experience Vieques like never before? Join our upcoming Scuba Trip to Vieques on October 23th for details call 787-707-3734.

Source: http://www.topuertorico.org

Keeping the promise...

Army Family Covenant

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Domestic Abuse and Where to Find Help Whether or not you recognize the signs, it’s likely that at some point in your adult life, someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse. The person may be someone you serve with, someone from your community, or a family member or friend. This article provides information about domestic abuse and the resources available to service members and military family members. Although we have used the words “woman,” “she,” and “her” throughout this article, please be aware that men can also be victims of domestic abuse, and that this information applies to these situations, too.

Understanding domestic abuse When you think of domestic abuse, images of violent actions -- slapping, kicking, punching, pushing, sexual assault, or threatening with a weapon -- may come to mind. But domestic abuse can also involve a pattern of emotional and verbal abuse. Abusers may hurt their victims by using insults, put-downs, public humiliation, and name-calling. Or they may threaten violence, suicide, financial deprivation, or taking away the children. These tactics are sometimes used to silence victims so that they’re afraid to seek help or call the police.

The Department of Defense and every branch of service have made it clear that domestic abuse within military Families is contrary to the values of military service. But abuse continues to damage many military Families. Unique experiences of military life may increase the risk of domestic abuse within some Families. These experiences include: • High levels of stress created by the cycle of deployment and reintegration

• Frequent relocation that separates military Families from social support systems • Economic dependence of many military Spouses Victims of domestic abuse often experience great difficulty making decisions about the abusive relationship. They may feel ashamed or responsible for the violence, as if it were provoked or deserved. Or they feel isolated and alone, believing that there’s no one to turn to for help. They may fear for their life or their children’s safety. They may be financially dependent and have no means of support for themselves and their Families. Or they may fear the loss of their own or their spouse’s military career and its consequences if the abuse is revealed.

If you think someone you know is subject to domestic abuse • Show your concern. Let the victim know you are ready to listen and provide help. You might begin by saying, “Has anyone been hurting you or threatening you?” Or, “I’m concerned for your safety. I’m here to help.”

• Let the victim know that you believe her.

• Tell the victim that she doesn’t have to stay in an abusive relationship and that help is available.

You can urge the victim to contact the installation’s Family Advocacy Program (FAP) and speak with a victim advocate at 787-707-3709; call the Command Chaplain at 787-707-2225/3405 or Crisis Hotline at 787-749-1333.

Team Member Highlight

Domestic Violence Reporting Procedure: RESTRICTED REPORTING

No Law Enforcement Investigation

• Social Worker -787-707-2044; 787-420-9316 • Victim Advocate Services – 787-707-3709 UNRESTRICTED REPORTING Full Investigation

• Fort Buchanan Police – 787-707-3337 • Social Worker and Victim Advocate Local Crisis Hot Line – 787-749-1333

Pen Fed Foundation Military Heroes Fund Military Heroes Fund provides wounded Soldiers with services that the Defense Department cannot offer due to budgetary and regulatory restrictions. These unmet needs are identified by the military command, the Military Severely Injured Center, VA advocates and others: • Child Care at Walter Reed provided for Families of the wounded recovering at Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC) • Laptop Computers for Wounded Soldiers and their Families staying at Fisher Houses at Military hospitals so they can keep in touch with family and friends, including their still deployed comrads • Hospice suite at WRAMC built and donated by the Foundation for Deployed Soldiers and other diagnosed with terminal cancer, allowing them to spend their last days in comfort, surrounded by their families and friends

New CYSS Administrative Assistant

By CYSS Chief, Ms. Carmen Dieppa

Chemely Michel Walker was born in Tacoma, Washington on November 8th, 1984. She is a Virginia native, where she graduated from Christopher Newport University in 2006, with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. For several years Mrs. Walker worked within the Department of Parks and Recreation for the City of Newport News as a Ranger Technician and an Animal Control Officer, both positions assisting and serving the public. After marrying her best friend, who is an active duty member of the United States Coast Guard, they were relocated to their second duty station here in San Juan, Puerto Rico. As of August 1st, 2011, Mrs. Walker has joined the Child, Youth and School Services department as an Administrative Assistant.

Family Advocacy Program (FAP)

•Emergency Financial Support granted to Families facing crisis due to injuries and natural dissasters.

Fé de Errata:

Chemely Michel Walker

In the DFMWR Live & Explore issue of September 2011, the Employee Highlight section, page 1, should have read Ms. Aida Aguilú as the author for the article “Person of Excellence.”

•Other Programs for Patients and Families support them in many ways during their recovery In 2010, Military Heroes Fund has paid $330,000 in bills to help Families of the wounded overcome financial emergencies, and $50,000 for day care for children of the wounded at military hospitals.

For more details visit http://www.pentagonfoundation.org or call 703-838-1085 or 787-783-1620.

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Scuba Trip to Vieques Island Sunday, October 23rd. Cost: $95.00 includes two dives and refreshments. Call Outdoor Recreation at 787-707-3734 to sign up.

Tips for planning a diving trip

Exploring aquatic wildlife is one of the most sought after pursuits of adventure lovers. Scuba diving is a good means to explore the sub aquatic environment. It has evolved a lot lately and with better safety and modern equipments, scuba diving is an adventure that anyone can immerse into. There are abundant diving clubs all over the world where one can learn diving from the professionals. You can take your whole family on a diving trip to the entrancing dive sites in Puerto Rico, Thailand, Indonesia, Brazil or New Zealand and inspect the sub aquatic life at a point blank range. If you are contriving on a diving vacation, here are some tips that may come in handy.

Carry proper apparels before setting off on your diving vacation. On the beaches, you won’t shake with cold, so it isn’t necessary to carry a trunk load of warm clothes. Pack ample shorts and T shirts. You’ll need sandals and other footgear that would be well suited to wear at a seaside.

Also carry enough undergarments as you will need to change them frequently. Do not forget to carry courtly clothes for the nights out or when seeing historical and religious places.

Besides basic article of clothing, you’ll need other outfits that you might require while diving. Carry your bathing suits and swimming trunks and carry at least three or four of them. Also carry a water resistant jacket and life vest for you never know when you may land in an emergency situation.

And most of all, carry the right diving gear. You may also get one at the dive site but if you are planning on taking your own diving equipment, be sure it is in correct working order. Better get it maintained and checked properly. Or you can also pick a new one if your old scuba gear is already in ruinations.

Decide where you will be going for your diving trip. If you don’t have many days at hand plan a trip to dive sites that aren’t very far away from your urban center or your country. If you have enough time, you can go miles across the continents to dive sites in the most exotic destinations.

Learn about the diving experts at a diving clubs, the lessons they give, the safety measures they adopt etc.. There are lots of travel forums online where you may fortunately stumble upon the thread on the dive site you’re planning to go to. Read what others say about it and make a proper decision. Find the salient features of the dive site you’ll be visiting. Find out about sharks and dolphins that dwell in the area, the coral reefs, bottom dwellers etc. Again, rely on the Internet to look for such data.

Some beaches are home to lots of worms.

Mosquitoes and other parasites are common in many coastal areas; therefore it is better to carry insect repellents. Also carry a first aid kit and a small toolkit with the basic instruments.

Don’t forget your Cam and binocular back home; you’ll regret big time not having them at the dive site. Along with that, you can also carry your netbook for surfing the net while enjoying the cool seaside breeze.

Source Articlebiz

Above, a group of recent participants in the Basic Open Water Classes.

October Special Fitness Classes Krank Fusion

October 13th, 4:30 pm Sports and Fitness Center, Bldg. 167.

Perimeter Walk

October 20th, 4:30 pm Join a group directed by one of our staff members and enjoy a walk through the perimeter road.

Federickstein Spooky Challenge

Thursday October 27th, 4:30 pm 90 minute indoor cycling ride.

Sports and Fitness Center, Bldg. 167.

Reserve your space in group fitness classes in advance by calling 787-707-3767.

The US Army does not officially endorse sponsors.

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What are You Reading?

Featured Book for Hispanic Heritage Month

Puerto Rico’s Fighting 65th U.S. Infantry From San Juan to Chorwan

Written by: W.W. Harris, Brigadier General,

U.S. Army (Ret.)

New at the Library

The Fort Buchanan Post Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a display of various reading materials available for check-out.

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 Children Section. Students receive assistance in all subjects on a first-come firstserve basis. Students must present a valid military ID or be accompanied by an adult who has a valid military ID.

Customers’ first choice of new books and DVD selections, October 3rd, 10:00 am

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 orientation will be conducted Wednesday, October 5th at 10:00 am.

Library Coupon Club During World War II, the all Puerto Rican 65th Infantry Regiment had been broken up with its three battalions relegated to backwater assignments where combat was unlikely. Still smarting from this slight, the 65th regained a measure of respect when it soundly defeated the veteran 3rd Infantry Division during post-World War II maneuvers.

This training victory foreshadowed future battlefield victories. The 65th proved resolute in combat during the Korean War. First the Borinqueneers battled their way north from the Pusan Perimeter. Later they defended the strategic port of Hungnam in the face of seemingly overwhelming Chinese attacks, providing a “safe harbor” for the retreat of X Corps from the Chosin Reservoir.

The NCO Journal This magazine is published monthly and is filled with great stories and thoughtprovoking articles. Please stop by the Library and pick up your FREE copy.

Come and join us in learning how to save money on your grocery bill on Thursday, October 27th from 11:00 am – 12:00 noon. You will learn: where to find coupons, how to organize them, how to maximize your savings, and more!

The American Film Institute’s top 100 Classical Movies

Now available on DVD at the Fort Buchanan Post Library. Classic titles like Casablanca, Gone with the Wind, and To Kill a Mockingbird are available for you to enjoy. The check out limit is three movies per family for seven days. Visit the Library for a complete listing of the AFI’s top 100 movies.

Playaways

Available at the Fort Buchanan 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-the-go (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 one Playaway per family for one week.

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Post Library Extends hours on Fridays!

T h e L i brary now opens on Fridays from 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Story Time at Your Library The Fort Buchanan Post Library offers a story hour along with crafts. Story Time will be on Wednesday, October 12th, 2011 at 3:00 pm and the theme will be Celebrating Autumn. Children between the ages of 1 to 9 years old are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult.

DVD Releases for October 3, 2011: Unrated Priest (Blu-ray)• Conspirator (Blu-ray) • Beastly (Blu-ray) • Sheryl Crow Live (Blu-ray) • Vampire Diaries Season 2 (Blu-ray) • Mars Needs Moms (Blu-ray) • Limitless (Blu-ray) • Lincoln Lawyer (Blu-ray) • Mars Needs Moms DVD • Limitless DVD • Lincoln Lawyer DVD • Of Gods and Men (Blu-ray) • Rite (Blu-ray) • Rio • Charlie and the Chocolate Factory • Something Borrowed • Brother Bear • Powder Blue • Barbie and the Magic of Pegasus • American Girl Doll Hair Studio • American Girl Chrissa Stands Strongs • Biutiful • Unrest • Cheetah Girls • Cheetah Girls 2 • Waiting City • Columbo First Season • Secret Mysteries of America

GLIS (General Library Information System) GLIS allows the Post Library to be connected with all other GLIS Libraries worldwide. You will be able to access downloadable audio books and eBooks, manage your library use from anywhere at any time, find materials in our library or other GLIS libraries, and check the status of your library account.

Kids

Create Your Own Book!

The Fort Buchanan Post Library offers Books by You which inspires the love of reading and writing in children as they create and publish their own books.

For details, visit or call the Post Library at (787) 707-3208.

October 2011 National Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 29

•Tire Mounting 50% off at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972 •Library Coupon Club, 11 am, 787-707-3208 •Read the Book, See the Movie @ Library, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3208

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

•FREE BACHATA DANCE LESSONS @ Community Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3974 •Teen Center’s Extended Hours

“Hula hoop Extravaganza”

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•NEW books and DVD at Library, 10 am, 787-707-3208 •Smart Start Soccer, 10 am, CDC/SAS 787-707-3466 •Teen Bowing Special Every Mon. & Thurs. 3 pm, Bowling Center •Every Monday: Oil Change $8.00 at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972 •Diversity Week @ CDC/SAS, 3:30 pm

• Golf Lessons 787-707-3852

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9 Every Sunday: • Family Bowling, 1 pm-5 pm @ Bowling Center, 787-707-2695

Columbus Day Holiday •HIRED! 1st Quarter Begins •Youth Sports Soccer Season Registration Begins 787-707-3466 •Smart Start Soccer 10 am, CDC/SAS 787-707-3466

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Golf Lessons

@ Golf Course Complex, 787-707-3258

Rec. Scuba 23 Outdoor Trip to Vieques $95.00 787-707-3734

SUN 30

•Scrapbooking Class at ACS, bldg.390 2 pm, 787-707-3682 •Adult Swimming Lessons @ Water Spout. Call for schedule 787-707-3550 •Character Counts! Week CYSS, 3:30 pm •Smart Start Soccer 10 am, CDC/SAS, 787-707-3466 •Every Monday Karate Lessons 4 pm – 6 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center, 787-707-3787/3434

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•Make a diference day week CYSS 4:30 pm •Smart Start Soccer 10 am, CDC/SAS 787-707-3466

MON 31

•Every Monday: Oil Change $8.00 at Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972

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• Prevention of Domestic Violence Booth at ACS bldg. 390, 8 am - 4 pm •Every Tuesday CQDT Class at the Fitness Center, 10 am, 787-707-3767 •Every Tuesday: Homework Helper at Library, 2:30 pm, 787-707-3208 •Every Tuesday, 4 pm, “Martedi Pasta Speciale” at Borinquen Lounge & Patio 4 pm, 787-707-3535 • Bingo, 6 pm @ Community Club

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•SEE THE MOVIE: The Borinqueneers 5:30 pm Library, 787-707-3208 •Swimming Lessons at the Water Spout. Call for schedules 787-707-3550 •BINGO Nights Every Tuesday & Thursday, Community Club, 6 pm 787-707-3535

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•Piano Lessons / Guitar Lessons Every Tuesday – Thursday 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm For more info: 787-707-3787/3434 •CYSS Parent Advisory Committee Meeting bldg. 1000, 5:30 pm 787-707-3434 •Every Tuesday, 4pm “Martedi Pasta Speciale” at Borinquen Lounge & Patio starts 4 pm, 787-707-3535

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•BINGO Nights every Tuesday & Thursday @ Community Club, 6 pm 787-707-3535 •“Martedi Pasta Speciale”, starts 4 pm @ Borinquen Lounge & Patio 787-707-3535

6 pm – 10 pm, 787-707-3826

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•Tire Blancing 50% off at Autom. Skills Center 787-707-3972 •Youth Sponsorship bldg. 1000, 3:30 pm 787 707 3578 •FREE Bachata Dance Lessons at the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3974 •Teen Center’s Extended Hours 6 pm – 10 pm, 787-707-3826 •Every Thursday BBQ at the Borinquen Lounge and Patio after 4 pm

•Library Computer Orientation, 10 am 787-707-3208 •ACS Debt Management, bldg. 390 10 am, 787-707-3310 •Month of Domestic Violence Prevention bldg. 1000, 3:30 pm, 787-707-3578 •SKIES Tennis Lessons Mon, Wed & Saturdays, 787-707-3434 •Flag Football Coaches Meeting, 3:00 pm at Fitness Center, 787-707-3182

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•ACS EFMP Child Find Day, 8am, Comm. Club, 787-707-3295 •ACS Managing Financial Stress, bldg. 390, 10 am, 787-707-3310 •Flag Football League starts 787-707-3182 •Domestic Violence Prevention Booth CDC/SAS, 3:30 pm, 787 707 3578 •Story time at Library 3 pm, 787-707-3208 •Taco Fiesta every Wednesday, 4 pm Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 787-707-3535

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•Every Wednesday at the Fitness Center Kranking Class, 6:30 am, 787-707-3767 •YS Pursuing Victory w/ Honor Fun Run 4 pm, Pee Wee Field 787-707-3466 •Lunch a Bowl at Bowling Center Wed – Fri, 11 am – 1 pm, 787-707-2695 •Every Wednesday TACO Fiesta starts 4 pm, Borinquen Lounge & Patio

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•SKIES PIANO & GUITAR Lessons every Wednesday 2:30 pm @ Community Club, 787-707-3434 •Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center Every Wed thru Fri, 787-707-2695

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•Auto Lift 50% off at Autom. Skills Center 787-707-3972 •Are you ready to stay home alone?

ImAlone training, MSP bldg.1142, 3:30 pm SAC bldg 1000, 4:30 pm, 787 707 3578 •Krank Fusion 80 min at Fitness Center 4:30 pm, 787-707-3767 •FREE BACHATA DANCE LESSONS Community Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3974 •Youth Sponsorship, bldg. 1000 3:30 pm, 787 707 3578 •Teen Center’s Extended Hrs., 6 pm – 10 pm

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•Diagnostic Test 50% off at Autom.

Skills Center, 787-707-3972

•Army Volunteer Corps Training

7:30 am at the Club 787-707-3565 •Perimeter Walk @ Fitness center 4:30 pm, 787-707-3767 •Youth Sponsorship, bldg. 1000 3:30 pm, 787 707 3578 •CYSS Lights On after School at the Club, 4 pm, 787-707-3434

THU 27

•Tire Mounting 50% off

at Autom. Skills Center, 787-707-3972

•ACS Family Team Building Level I 8 am at the Comm. Club 787-707-3682 •Library Coupon Club, 11am 787-707-3208

•Teen Center’s Extended Hours

6 pm – 10 pm, 787-707-3826

•Federickstein Spooky Challenge 4:30 pm at Fitness Center

WEEKLY EVENTS:

Sept. 30

•OPERATION RISING STAR 7 pm at Community Club 787-707-5105

•GOLF END OF MONTH TOURNAMENT 12 noon, 787-707-3852

•Teen Center’s Extended Hours “Collage Night”, 6 pm – 10 pm, 787-707-3826

7 •Oktoberfest Celebration

at Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 7 pm 787-707-3535 • Prevention of Domestic Violence Booth Exchange Lobby Area, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm •Teen Center’s Extended Hours 6 pm – 10 pm, 787-707-3826

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•MERENGAZO NIGHT Community Club Live “Papucho y su Grupo Wao”, 7 pm, 787-707-3974 •Teen Center’s Extended Hours 6 pm – 10 pm, 787-707-3826

•Month of Fire Department

CDC/SAS, 1:30 pm, 787 707 3578

21 •Bohemian Night

at Borinquen Lounge & Patio Live Band: ZARABA 6 pm, 787-707-3535

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•Kayaking at Fajardo Bio Bay

from 4:30 pm – 10 pm, $45.00/person 787-707-3734 •Every Saturday: Dance Step Aerobics, 9 am @ Fitness Center 787-707-3767 •Every Saturday SKIES Tennis Lessons, 10 am – 11 am 787-707-3787/3434

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•Every Saturday Spinning Class at the Fitness Center, 10:30 am 787-707-3767

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•Every Saturday

SKIES Tennis Lessons,

10 am – 11 am 787-707-3787/3434 •Every Saturday:

Dance Step Aerobics 9am

@ Fitness Center, 787-707-3767

22 •Every Saturday Spinning Class at the Fitness Center, 10:30 am 787-707-3767

•Teen Center’s Extended Hours 6 pm – 10 pm, 787-707-3826

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•CYSS Autumn Fest Extravaganza

SAT 29 •Every Saturday

at the Cabaña Picnic Area 6:30 pm - 9 pm, 787-707-3569/3466

Dance Step Aerobics, 9:00 am

Parking, 4 pm - 12 am, 787-707-3974/5105

10 am / 11 am, 787-707-3434

•Halloween Fest at the Chardón Plaza

@ Fitness Center 787-707-3767

•SKIES Tennis Lessons,

•GOLF END OF MONTH TOURNAMENT 12 noon, 787-707-3852

• Mondays- Spinning Lessons, 6:30 pm at Fitness Center • Monday, Wednesday & Friday- Out of the Box, 9:00 am at Fitness Center • Monday thru Thursday- Spinning Lessons, 5:30 am / 12:00 pm / 4:30 pm at Fitness Center • Monday thru Friday- Lunch Buffet , 11:00 am-1:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Monday & Thursday – Teen Bowling Special, 3:00 pm at Bowling Center / Zumba, 5:30 pm at Fitness Center • Tuesdays- Close Quarter Defense Tactics, 10:00 am at Fitness Center / Martedi Pasta Speciale, 4:00 pm at Borinquen Lounge & Patio / Tone & Kranking, 5:30 pm at Fitness Center • Tuesdays & Thursdays- Spinning, 5:30 am / 12:00 pm / 4:30 pm at Fitness Center / BINGO 6:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Wednesdays- Kranking, 6:30 am at Fitness Center / Malanga’s Evening on Par 3 at Golf Course Complex / SKIES Unlimited: Tennis Lessons, 3:00 pm / 4:00 pm, Piano & Guitar Lessons, 2:30 pm at Community Club / Taco Fiesta, 4:00 pm at Borinquen Loung & Patio • Thursdays- BBQ, 4:00 pm, at the Community Club & Conference Center • Thursdays & Fridays - Lunch-A-Bowl, 11:00 am at Bowling Center / BBQ at the Patio, 4:00 pm at Community Club • Fridays- Steak & Karaoke Night, 7:00 pm at the Borinquen Lounge & Patio / Spinning, 5:30 pm at Fitness Center • Saturday - SKIES Unlimited Tennis Lessons, 10:00 am / 11:00 am

Calendar subject to change. For updated version visit www.buchananmwr.com

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Army Community Service

The Army’s Official web site for military Families:

www.myarmyonesource.com

Visit Us at our New Location!

ACS recently moved to Bldg. 390, Suite 101, Crane Loop Street.

Family Advocacy Program

Classes for October Financial Readiness Program Classes Debt Management Wednesday, October 5th

Managing Financial Stress Wednesday, October 12th

Classes will be held at ACS, Bldg. 390, Suite 101, Crane Loop Street, 10:00 am - 11:30 am.

Spaces are limited; to attend you must make a reservation by calling the Financial Readiness Program at 787-707-3310 or by email: arlene.romero@us.army.mil The Financial Readiness Program offers a range of trainings that may be taylored to units and small groups, both English and Spanish. The goal is to provide individuals with fundamental skills necessary to be financially responsible now and in the future.

Family Stress & Anger Management Class Thursday, October 6th and 27th at Bldg. 507, from 10:00 am - 12 pm

• Tuesday, October 25th at CYSS Middle School Program, Bldg. 1141 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Prevention of Domestic Violence Booths • Tuesday, October 4th at ACS Bldg. 390, Suite 101, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm • Wednesday, October 5th at CYSS Bldg. 1000 from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm • Friday, October 7th, Exchange Main Store Lobby area from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm • Tuesday, October 11th at DDESS Antilles High School Cafeteria from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm • Friday, October 21th at DDESS Antilles Elementary School front lobby from 7:00 am to 10:00 am

Prevention of Domestic Violence Tuesday, October 18th at Bldg. 507, from 10:00 am to 12 noon

Prevention of Teen Dating Violence Workshops • Wednesday, October 12th at DDESS Antilles High School Cafeteria from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm • Thursday, October 13th at CYSS Bldg. 519 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

For the Sexual Assault and Response Program (SARP), Victim Advocate Services, Transitional Compensation (TC) Program, and Family Advocacy Program related information please call Ms. Wilda Díaz, FAP Manager & SARC at 787-707-3709 or via e-mail: wilda.diaz@us.army.mil

Army Volunteer Corps Training-Meeting

Employment Readiness Program Update your Resume

FAP Safety Program for Kids: Anger Management Class Wednesday, October 19th at DDESS Antilles Elementary School 1st session from 8:30 am to 9:15 am 2nd session from 9:15 am to 9:45 am For schedule and information of FAP classes please call FAP Educator at 787-707-3698 or via e-mail: carmen.t.rivera1@us.army.mil

Relocation Classes for October Scrapbooking Class Tuesday, October 17th at Bldg. 390, Suite 101 (1st floor) from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Army Family Team Building (AFTB) Level I Class October 26th & 27th from 8:00 am to12:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center.

Please register by calling 787-707-3682/3804.

For more information please call Ms. Adria Lucca, Relocation Readiness, AFTB and AFTB Program Manager at 7870-707-3682.

For Organization Point of Contacts (OPOCs) When: Thursday, October 20th, 2011 Where: Community Club & Conference Center Time: 7:30 am to 11:00 am Topics: Volunteer Program Management- How to prepare volunteer positions? How to approve volunteer’s hours using the Volunteer Management Information Service (VMIS)

A last minute Resume will not help to get a job, call for an appointment 707-3365.

NEW! Prepare your Business Card Resume, yes, its new and effective, call 787-707-3365 or e-mail: ivette.davila@us.army.mil to get information or an appointment.

Child, Youth & School Services

Child and Youth Services Usda Cacfp Income Eligibility Guidelines

The Fort Buchanan Child and Youth Services announces its continued participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program sponsored by the Department of Education. The Nutrition programs are available to CDC / SAC children enrolled without regards on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age disability. No discrimination exists in the meal service, admission requirements, and the use of facilities. If a CYSS patron feels he/she has been discriminated against, he may submit a written Civil Rights Complaint form to one of the following addresses: USDA, Director Office of Civil Rights Room 326-W Whitten Building 1400 Independence Avenue SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or Department of the Army IMSE-BUC-MWC Child, Youth & School Services Bldg. 1147, Coconut Grove Fort Buchanan, PR 00934 Or call free of charge (866) 632-9992. Speech or hearing impaired may contact USDA through the Federal telephone service (800) 877-8339 (English) or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an Equal Employment Opportunities employer.

USDA Program is offered in the following centers: Child Development Center / School Age Center Bldg 1000, Flamboyán St, Fort Buchanan, PR 00934, Tel: 787-707-3280/3769 Director: Ms. María Martínez CYSS Customers must fill out the USDA application form to determine eligibility based on free or reduce category and must provide evidence of household income.

Income Eligibility Guidelines Effective July 1st, 2011 to June 30th, 2012 Household Free Meals Reduced Price Size Meals

Annual - Monthly Annual - Monthly 1 14,157 - 1,180 20,147 – 1,679 2 19,123 – 1,594 27,214 – 2,268 3 24,089 – 2,008 34,281 – 2,857 4 29,055 – 2,422 41,348 – 3,446 5 34,021 – 2,836 48,415 – 4,035 6 38,987 – 3,249 55,482 – 4,624 7 43,953 – 3,663 62,549 – 5,213 8 48,919 – 4,077 69,616 – 5,802 For each additional member Please add +4,966 +7,067 SUBMITTED 6 September 2011

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Skies Unlimited

SKIESUnlimited is the framework for all Army Child, Youth & School Services instructional programs. The program is designed to complement, expand, and support the academic, life skills, and athletic experiences children and youth have within Army CYS Programs and in Schools.

The Fort Buchanan CYSS SKIES is currently offering Piano, Guitar, Karate, Tennis and Swimming classes. The SAT Review will be offered during the Spring. CYSS is currently working in establishing contracts to offer the following classes: Zumba for children 3-12 years. Zumba classes are rockin’, high-energy fitness-parties packed with specially choreographed, kid-friendly routines and all the music children love, like hip-hop, cumbia and and Kindertots: for children ages 2-3. Parents love Zumba because of the effects it has on kids, increasing their focus and self confidence, boosting metabolism and enhancing coordination.

Kindertots is designed to develop the total child through gross motor skills, movement creativity, physical development and body awareness while learning numbers, colors, shapes and songs. Theater, Modern Dance and Tutoring classes will be also included in the contract for this coming Fiscal year. We are now registering for piano, karate, swimming, tennis and guitar. Please contact the CYSS Parent Central Services office for more information by calling at 787-707-3434/3787.

Lights an After School!

Sports

By Irma Arlene Munoz, YS Sports

Sports builds character in kids by teaching sportsmanship and learning skills that are useful in the world later in life. Life sports are exercises and activities that allow for participation over an entire lifespan. A few of the most common life sports include golf, tennis, bowling, swimming, bicycling and more. Getting kids interested in sports that they won’t quickly outgrow is much like providing them with a bit of insurance in life.

Habits formed in childhood are often hard to break, so it is important that parents and other professionals make an effort to infuse good habits in children at an early age. In an ideal world all people would eat healthy foods and get plenty of exercise throughout their lives.

The reality is quite different with many people living sedentary lives and paying the price with their health.

Encouraging kids and teens to take an interest in activities that they are likely to continue into adulthood is a terrific way to promote ongoing participation in sports, helping them to maintain robust health.

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance and most of all love of what Pelé, Brazilian soccer legend you do”

After school programs are a vital support for youth, families & communities. They keep kids safe, inspire them to learn and help working families. The engaging, hands-on experiences provided by afterschool program help youth develop the skills they need to succeed.

This October, more than 7,500 communities and one million Americans will celebrate Lights On Afterschool, a nationwide event organized by the Afterschool Alliance to rally support for afterschool programs.

Join us in celebrating quality afterschool programs; October 20th, 2011, 4:00 pm at the Fort Buchanan Community Club.

Homework Available For Teens The CYS Services Teen Center offers Supervised Homework Monday through Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Highly qualified staff is available to work with your teens. Computers with Internet access are avalaible for researching and to make Excel and Power Point presentations. Register your teen at the CYSS Parent Central Services office located at building 1145, Coconut Grove. Your teen must be in high school to attend the Teen Center. For more information please contact the CYSS PCS office at 787-707-3787 or Teen Center at 787-707-3783

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ENTERTAINMENT Oh, and we can’t leave out Bingo… every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 5:30 pm.

There are people that have been coming here for years in hopes of winning that jackpot. And quite a few have! You could be the next lucky one! With up to $5000.00 in prizes, $35.00 for the packet is worth the chance.

To all of our patrons, we thank you and your families for your continued support and hope that in some small measure we make a difference in your everyday lives.

For more information about our services, please visit the www.buchananmwr.com, call us at 787-707-3535 or visit us. We’d love to speak to you personally!

The Community Club and Conference Center is here to provide the community with a place they can come to enjoy good food and good company in a safe, friendly environment.

The daily lunch buffet served in Salon Caparra has become a haven for our Veterans and their Families. Here they can have a fresh, hot and healthy meal at an affordable price.

The menu varies from day to day and has something for everyone.

BBQ Nights on Thursdays and Fridays have become a must for families with children… the minute the kids see the inflated bouncer, the shoes start flying as the kids make a mad dash to start jumping up and down! If you haven’t tried our Chicken Pinchos or the Churrasco with homemade Chimichurri Sauce you don’t know what you’re missing!

The Bohemian Nights every third Friday of the month are filled with nostalgia for young and old alike as they enjoy romantic music that brings back the best of memories.

Dancing and cuddling is allowed!

The Community Club has five standout events every year: Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. All of these events have grown year to year as the word has gotten out on how great the food, service and ambiance is. That and the price too!

The 4th of July celebration was held at the Community Club for the first time this year and it was awesome! We had front row seats to great entertainment and the fireworks display seemed to be in our own back yard. We know next year’s will be even better.

It’s wonderful when we hear the stories of couples that have held their wedding reception here or families that have celebrated their daughter’s quinceañero or grandbaby’s baptism party here . Most of them hold these events so dear to their heart that they come back when it’s time to plan other family events.

By: Patricia Orr, Community Club & Conference Center Sales Assistant

Community Club Competitive in the wedding industry

Fort Buchanan’s Community Club was part of one of the largest events of weddings in Puerto Rico Expo Novias y Quinceañeras de San Juan held at the Puerto Rico Convention Center September 17th and 18th . Attendants had the opportunity to get first hand information on services available to the community from the Club’s staff. Once again the booth featured as one of the most attractive, with competitive offers for couples and wedding planners that attended.

Photo below: Mr. Frank Rodríguez, Food and Beverage Manager and Ms. Patricia Orr, Sales Assistant during the convention.

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INNOVATION: Most Original Cocktail created by Club’s Staff Member Mr. Omar Morales from the Community Club & Conference Center, was recently awarded 1st Place for creating the most original drink out of 17 participants at the “Escuela Hotelera de PR”, where he has been certified as bartender. To be certified, students must complete sessions in cocktail mixing, bartender responsibilities, bar ethiquette, cocktail garnishing, tropical beverages, basic ethnology, and the final exam is creating a signature cocktail. He was informed that his drink will be registered with Rums of Puerto Rico.

Congratulations to Omar for his achievment!

Details of the concoction:

The Quenepón Martini

Quenapa infused citrus rum with a floater of Grand Marnier served in a Martini Glass.

(Please remember this is a seasonal drink as long as there are quenepas available).

The Borinquen Lounge and Patio is featuring this seasonal drink for $5.00 Stop by and have a taste as you enjoy our Grilled Menu Specials available on Thursdays and Fridays after 4:00 pm.

Fort Buchanan Golf Club Championship The 2011 Golf Club Championship has been postponed, for details and more information please call the Golf Course at 787-707-3852 / 3523.

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