Live & Explore Magazine, August 2012 by Marketing Fort Buchanan

DFMWR Events magazine

Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation • Director, Mr. Dallas J. Petersen DFMWR Admin. Officer • Mrs. 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

DFMWR Employee Highlight

Congratulations to Mónica Santana! Congratulations Mónica Santana! We are proud to announce to Fort Buchanan Community that you completed 13 Army Training Modules as your Foundation Training, which is a job requirement. Mónica has demonstrated Leadership Skills in her day to day work. Ms. Santana completed an 18 months Training in 12 months. Ms. Mónica started working as a Summer Hire employee at the School Age Care during the Summer Camp in 2011, demonstrating knowledge and disposition in all the

Activities that were performed with the children in her care. She was hired as an employee to work in the Child Development Center. Mónica is currently working with the Preschool Age Group at the Child Development Center. As part of her Professional Development Ms. Mónica continues to work towards her BA Degree in Early Childhood Field. This is a clear indication of her passion and loyalty towards the Early Childhood Field. Thank you Monica for all your hard work and positive attitude working with the Military Families in Fort Buchanan. By Carmen Hernández, CYSS Training & Curriculum Specialist August 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine

What’s Hot in our Programs?

Come join us at our very first Motorcycle Show to be held on August 12th, 2012 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Community Club and Conference Center Parking lot. Some of the activities/events that will be featured are a video display on group riding techniques and helmet safety offered by the Directorate of Safety Office. They will also provide flyers and brochures in regard to Motorcycle Safety and a special feature of Motorcycle Experience Seminar, where guests will “experience” how it feels to sit on a motorcycle. The Automotive Skills Center will be teaching how to change oil and proper motorcycle basic maintenance. The Puerto Rico Coast Guard Riders will be providing information on the American Motorcycle Association and on bike safety. Be part of our motorcycle show and bring your whole family, we’ll have music, inflatables for the kids, and a mechanical bull. Our BBQ will also be selling our famous 660 Burgers, pinchos and ribs. Motorcycle competition categories will include paint, chromo, most original rider with motorcycle, just to name a few. Invite your friends and neighbors; there will be open base policy for this event. See you there! For more details call 787-707-5105. Protective Equipment required for motorcycle riders & passengers: helmets, shatter resistant goggles or shield, leather boots or over the ankle shoes, long sleeved shirt or jacket, long trousers, gloves designed for motorcycle use and brightly colored upper garment during the day / reflective during the night. Sponsored by

San Juan Night Celebrated at The Water Spout Winners of the “Coors Light takes you to the 2012 MLB all Star Game” “Tamialee Torres and William Torres were the lucky winners of the latest promotion sponsored by Coors Light, “Coors Light 2012 MLB All Star Game Experience”. Tamialee and William participated at Camp Santiago store and won a 4 days / 3 nights trip to Kansas City, Missouri to watch the 2012 MLB All Star Game. Besides the All Star Game Tamialee and William will be enjoying other activities that will make this experience a unique one. Watch out for more Coors Light promotions, maybe you are the next lucky winner.”

Tropical music filled the air as families shared around the pools’deck and cooled off at the pool. Attendance exceeded expectations and everyone that attended had a great time. A Big Thank You to the event’s sponsor:

The US Army does not officially endorse sponsors. Choose a designated driver. Do not drink & drive.

Army Community Service

The Army’s Official web site for military Families:

www.myarmyonesource.com

Importance of Volunteers to the Army Mission

Fort Buchanan’s Army Volunteer Corps (AVC) First Year Office Inauguration & Army Community Service (ACS) 47th Birthday Open House Celebration When: Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 Where: Crane Loop St, Building 390, Suite 101 Time: 11:00 am -1:00 pm Come and See How We Serve You! See our displays and learn the latest services and programs available for you at ACS! Events: • Volunteer Program Ribbon Cake Cutting Ceremony at 12:30 pm • Open Registration for New Volunteers • ACS Scavenger Hunt • Office Tours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm • sign up for a relax massage

The Army Volunteer Corps mission statement reflects the Army tradition of caring for its own and encouraging care for others in the pursuit of a cohesive community. Closely related to this tradition are central Army concepts regarding volunteer service: • Volunteer programs promote selfless service across generations • Volunteer programs promote personal and Professional development • Volunteer programs provide improved well-being and quality of life, a sense of belonging and ownership Value Added: • During times of crisis and increased need for homeland security, strong, vital volunteer-based organizations bring confidence to Soldiers that their families will have the support and resources to manage during deployments. • Army volunteers provide a special link between installation organizations, Army communities and the civilian community. Through daily activities and personal experiences, volunteers often become aware of situations and

conditions that require formal attention and official consideration. • When resources are stretched and stressed, volunteers sustain and add vitality to programs that support Soldiers and their families. • Volunteers help market Army programs and services by sharing their knowledge with community members. These volunteers lend credibility to these services because they are also members of the community. • Volunteers learn or improve skills and gain work experience that can increase self-confidence and improve marketability for paid positions. • Army volunteers learn about community resources making them more self-reliant. Register and become an Army Volunteer Corps at Fort Buchanan at myarmyonesource.com or request for assistance at the Office of Army Volunteer Corps at Building 390 Crane Loop St., Suite 101 or contact us at 787-707-3365.

(5 min per person) - Courtesy of FAP Program

• token of appreciation for all attendees and all registered volunteers. ACS Serving the Armed Forces Military Families: • Relocation • Employment Readiness • Army Volunteer Corps, • Mobilization & Deployment • Information & Referred • Family Advocacy Program • Financial Readiness • Army Emergency Relief • Exceptional Family Member Program • Army Family Team Building • Army Family Action Plan • Survivor Outreach Service (SOS) For more Information: 787-707-3804

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Army Community Service

Family Advocacy Program (FAP) New Parent Support Morning Playgroup Tuesdays, August 7th & 21st, Bldg. 1140 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Advises Consumers with New Resources on What to Do if Their Identity is Stolen Identity theft has been the top complaint consumers reported to the FTC for the last several years. There are a few new twists on ID theft that the military community might be interested in child, tax, and medical IDT. Knowing what to do is important because an identity thief can hijack your tax refund, alter your medical records, or prevent you from getting credit or a job. They can even borrow money in your child’s name. FTC has just announced some new free publications that explain how to protect your child’s information and your own, and the immediate steps to take to limit damage from identity theft: • Taking Charge: What To Do If Your Identity Is Stolen http://www.ftc.gov/ bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/idtheft/ idt04.pdf is a handbook with tips about protecting your information, and instructions, sample forms, and letters to help recover from theft.

• Safeguarding Your Child’s Future <http://ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/idtheft/idt08.pdf> is a guide to help parents and guardians protect a child’s information and repair damage caused by theft. • Identity Theft: What To Know, What To Do <http://ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/ consumer/idtheft/idt01.pdf is an easy-to-copy brochure covering the basics: how to avoid and respond to identity theft. Servicemembers can download these materials or order copies in bulk. (http://bulkorder.ftc.gov.) We also have 3 new 1-minute Videos <http:// www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/ idtheft2012/> see them and all the materials at http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/ edu/microsites/idtheft2012/ All of this content is free and in the public domain - people can use it and share it far and wide: they can link to it, hand out copies, or use the content in newsletters, websites, social network pages. For more information on preventing Identity Theft, you may contact the ACS Financial Readiness Program at 787- 707-3310. Army Communty Service

Dealing with Family Stress & Anger Thursday, August 9th and 30th at Bldg. 507 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm For information on FAP classes call FAP Educator at 787-707-3698 or e-mail: carmen.t.riverafontanez.civ@mail.mil For the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program, 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.l.diaz.civ@mail.mil

FinanciaL Readiness Program Managing Family Financial Stress Thursday, August 9th, Bldg. 507 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Dealing with Family Stress & Anger Thursday, August 15th at Bldg. 390, 1st Floor, Suite 101, from 10:00 am to 11:30am Spaces are limited, to attend you must reserve by calling ACS, 787-707-3310 or e-mail: arlene.romero.civ@mail.mil

Consumer Advocacy Service

Child, Youth & School Services ICYSmiles installed at Child Development Center Youth Technology Laboratories (YTL) and Back to School As we all gear up for Back to School, it’s important that all parents are aware of some of the resources provided by CYS Services Buchanan. Three Youth Technology Laboratories (YTL) are available to registered youth 6-18 years of age. Every week is full of a variety of age appropriate, fun projects and opportunities: educational software, cool games, and Internet activities and access. Computer and technology programs encourage learning creative and technical skills in a fun and exciting way. Technology lab instructors and other trained staff are designated to coordinate and facilitate the operations of the YTLs. Youth using the Internet must have a CYSS Parent Permission Card for Internet Use.

Eligibility and Waitlist Criteria for Child, Youth & School Service Programs Child, Youth and School Service programs are open to all Active Duty and eligibility DoD and Federal employees. Programs include the Child, Development Center (CDC), School Age Center (SAC), Middle School Program (MSP), Teen Center (TC), and Sports & Fitness Programs. In accordance with AR 608-10, Active Duty military personnel, to include Army, Navy Air Force, and Marines assigned to the installation, and Department of Defense employees are eligibility to all Army operated or sponsored CYS Services; However, AD military personnel have first priority. Non DoD employees, with children and youth enrolled in DDESS schools are eligible to use our after school (SAC & MST), sports and SKIES programs only. Eligible patrons are placed on program waitlist according to the following criteria: 1. Single AD, Married AD, and AD w/ Full Time working spouse or full time student/AW2/WT/ Surviving Dependant 4

2. Active Duty non-working spouse

3. Single DoD and DoD w/ FT working or attending school

4. Active Duty not assigned to Fort Buchanan

5. Non DoD: after school care For additional information or a copy of our Child, Youth and School Services Child Eligibility Criteria and Waiting List Procedures contact the Parent Central Services Office at 787-7073787 or stop by building 1145, Ausubo Street, located in the Coconut Grove housing area.

Child Development Center (CDC) Hourly Program The CDC Hourly program is offered Monday thru Friday to all eligible patrons enrolled in CYSS. The hourly program is offered on a first come first serve reservation base only. Parents are required to call to check the availability of spaces the morning of services needed. The hourly program is not a guaranteed childcare method.

• Family Time Parents, let your SAS and MST children enlighten you with their tech skills by participating with them in technology activities. Ask one of our Lab Techs when a good time to drop in might be. • Home School The Youth Technology Labs are available to Home Schooled CYSS members. • Homework Each YTL is coordinated with the Homework Center. Children can use the labs to do research, type school papers, or consult the lab resources, they also have trained and knowledgeable staff who are available to assist your children with homework. By: Thomas Adderly

The hourly program is available only if spots are open during the day. For more information about the hourly program or if you would like to enroll in the program you may contact the PCS office 787-707-3787.

ImAlone Training!! The August 9th ImAlone training is for youth and parents designed to help staff teach middle school and teen youth to be responsible, trustworthy, competent, capable, and safe while staying home alone. The training is for youth that do not attend CYSS programs and stay home alone while their parents are away. This provides parents and youth with the opportunity to analyze and create a plan together that best suites the family. For more information or to register for the August 9th training contact Ms. Evelyn De La Cruz at 787-707-5066 or visit the PCS office building 1145, Ausubo Street, Coconut grove.

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Every child has different interests and we offer a varied selection of after school opportunities.

Child, Youth & School Services

Classes available in 2012 Activity

Ages

Fee

Dates & time

PIANO

5-18 years old

$80.00 per month 1 hour group classes or $100.00 per month ½ hour individual classes 4 classes

Wednesdays 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Individual classes are available upon request

GUITAR

5-18 years old

$80.00 per month 1 hour group classes or $100.00 per month ½ hour individual classes 4 classes

Wednesdays 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Individual classes are available upon request

TENNIS

5-18 years old

$80.00 per month 1 hour group classes 4 classes

Wednesdays 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm or 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Saturdays 10:00 am – 11:00 am or 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

KARATE

5-18 years old

$80.00 per month for 4 group classes

Mondays & Fridays 4:00 pm-5:00 pm or 5:00 pm -6:00 pm

THEATER

6 - 18 years old

$120.00 per month

Tuesdays or Thursdays 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

ZUMBA

3 - 11 years old

$70.00 per month

Mondays, 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

KINDERTOTS 2 years of age

$70.00 per month

Mondays, 9:30 am - 10:00 am

SWIMMING 4 to 18 years old

$50.00 for 8 sessions Seasonal Class

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm or 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

From 1½ to

Transportation provided to all children and youth attending CYSS center based programs ( CDC-SAC-MST) For additional information and registration, contact the CYSS SKIESUnlimited Program located at Bldg. 1145, Ausubo Street Tel. 787-707-3541/ 3787 or e-mail: buchcer@us.army.mil

Kids Swimming Lessons

For ages 4 and up Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Fee: $80.00 for 8 sessions per child Session’s dates: • August 14th to 29th • September 4th to 18th • October 2nd to 18th Register at CYSS Parent Central Services Office, Bldg. 1145 787-707-3787 / 3541 buchcer@us.army.mil

Transportation provided to all children & youth attending CYSS Center based Programs (CDC, SAC, MST)

Youth Sports Basketball Season 2012

September 22nd until November 3rd For ages 4 - 18, Boys and Girls Registrations from July 27th to September 7th at CYSS Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1145 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Fees: $40.00 Active Duty, DoD, Federal, National Guard, Reserve and Retiree dependants. For more details call 787-707-3466. Thank you to our sponsors for their contributions:

The US Army does not officially endorse sponsors.

What Are You Reading? New at the Library

What’s New at Your Library? Featured DVD for

Featured Books for Women’s Equality Day The Unexpected Patriot Written by Shannen Rossmiller

Return

a film by Liza Johnson Tuesday, August 28th, 2012 at 5:30 pm When Kelli (Linda Cardellini) returns home following a tour of duty in Iraq, she is welcomed with open arms by her husband Mike (Michael Shannon) and two children. Eager to get back to her old routines, she gradually realizes that the world she left behind is no longer waiting for her. Bonus Features: Audio commentary with director Liza Johnson and cinematographer Anne Etheridge, Deleted Scenes - From Focus Features, the premiere global brand in original and daring cinema, comes Focus World charged with finding the most exciting voices in international and independent film.

Proquest Newspapers

This online database contains over 350 newspapers including New York Times and Wall Street Journal. To learn more about Proquest Newspapers, visit or call the Library.

NEW! Story Time at the Post Library on Fridays, twice a month! The Post Library offers a story hour along with a craft. Story Time will be on Friday, August 10 and Friday, August 24, 2012 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Children between the ages of 1 to 9 years old are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Fort Buchanan’s Post Library celebrates Women’s Equality Day and Back to School with a display of various reading materials and DVDs available for check-out. Customers’ first choice of new books and DVD selections, August 1st, 10:00 am.

The NCO Journal After 9/11, when the nation was still in shock over the unprecedented attack on U.S. soil, Shannen Rossmiller, a country judge and mother of three in rural Montana, was formulating a plan. Soon she was devouring literature on Islamic culture, teaching herself Arabic, and preparing to infiltrate the central nervous system of global terror: online networks. Her efforts succeeded beyond imagination. Posing as an Islamic terrorist under dozens of screen aliases, she joined forces with the FBI and started trolling jihadist chat rooms, striking up conversations at 3am with men as far away as Pakistan, and amassing evidence against an array of suspected terrorists both at home and abroad. Her work laid the foundation for the online searches so crucial to law enforcement’s fight against terror today. Shannen’s husband, Randy, uncovered her double life after a chat room terrorist wiped out the family computer and reports rolled in that the Rossmillers were being targeted for reprisal. Undeterred, Shannen started working with the FBI on sting operations, involving everything from jihadist cells to weapons caches to bomb plots, and bringing many of her targets to justice, as well as pioneering the digital entrapment tactics that are at the forefront of today’s war on terror. This is the story of one woman’s unexpected courage and how it changed the face of this global struggle. 8

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.

DVD Releases • August

• Dark Tide, Rated PG-13 (DVD) • Chronicle, Rated G (DVD) • Adele: Live at the Royal Albert Hall (Concert) (DVD) • The Brothers Bloom, Rated PG-13 (DVD) • Answers to Nothing, Rated R (DVD) • Girl Fight, Not Rated (DVD) • Joyful Noise, Rated PG-13 (DVD) • Albert Nobbs, Rated R (DVD) • Superman VS The Elite, Rated PG-13 (DVD) • Beautiful Wave, Rated PG13 (DVD) • Paraiso Travel, Rated R (DVD) • The Iron Lady, Rated PG-13 (DVD) • Bill Nye’s Solving for X (Educational DVD) • Birdsong (PBS), Not Rated • Paranormal Activity 3, Rated R (Blu-ray disc) • Good Deeds, Rated PG-13 (Blu-ray disc) • Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, Rated PG-13 (DVD) • Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, Rated PG-13 (Bluray disc) • Safe House, Rated R (DVD) • Safe House, Rated R (Blu-ray disc) • Born to be Wild, Rated G (Blu-ray disc) • The Witches of Oz, Not Rated (Blu-ray disc) • Underworld Awakeing, Rated R (Bluray disc) • Man on a Ledge, Rated PG-13 (Blu-ray disc) • Columbus Circle, Rated PG-13 (Blu-ray disc) • Explicit Ills, Rated R (Blu-ray disc) • For Colored Girls, Rated R (DVD) & (Blu-ray disc) • John Carter, Rated PG-13 (DVD) • John Carter, Rated PG-13 (Blu-ray disc)

Computer Orientations

Offered monthly to assist customers in accessing public computers and reference resources on different subjects at Fort Buchanan Post Library. Our next orientations will be held on Wednesday, August 15th at 10:00 am.

Hooked on Crochet @ the Post Library

The library hosted a workshop which taught the basics of the art of crochet by Ms. Tammie Rosario, Army registered volunteer. Seven girls ages 7 to 14, and their mothers, learned basic stitches and how to read crochet patterns which will allow them to create beautiful projects. Stop by the Library and check out the display of beautiful items that were crocheted during this workshop. If you are interested in learning the art of crochet, there are many wonderful how-to books and instructional DVDs for both children and adults available for check-out at the library. For details, visit or call the Post Library at 787- 707-3208 August 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine

Community Recreation Division

Salsa Dancing Lessons

Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 18 - 20 - 25 - 27, October 2 & 4 6 classes for $25.00, fee includes complimentary ticket for Salsarengue Night on October 6th. Two sessions: one English, one Spanish 16 participants per session. To be held at the Community Club from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Sign up by calling 787-707-3974 / 5105

Salsarengue Night

Saturday, October 6th, 2012 Two live bands, Salsa and Merengue! Tickets: Advanced $8.00 At the door $10.00 More details by calling 787-707-3974 / 5105

Bring your children for a fun afternoon at the

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers

Racquetball Tournament Thursday, August 2nd, 2012 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center FREE ADMISSION! • Clown Show • Face Painting • Pictures with Clowns • Balloon Animals • Cotton Candy, Pop-corn & more! More details by calling 787-707-3974 / 5105 Thank you to our sponsor:

Saturday, September 29th and Sunday September 30th 9:00 am at the Foitness Center, Bldg. 167 Registration deadline: September 26th Fees: Free for Military / DoD Civilians attached to Fort Buchanan $10.00 all others

Perimeter Road Clean Up Saturday September 8th, 2012 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Volunteers are Welcomed! Sign-up at www.myarmyonesource.com or call Army Volunteer Corps at 787-707-3365 There will be BBQ lunch for participants. For details call 787-707-3767.

For more information call 787-707-3277

mwrbuchanan

Community Recreation Division Outdoor

Recreation Events: August Trip to Culebrita Island

Hot Weather Training Tips In recent weeks on the island, and one of the main topics in the news, have been the extreme heat we have been experiencing topping 90 degrees and very little rain. For those that practice Outdoor Activities here are some tips to keep in mind: 1. Use light fabric and light colored clothing: These repel the heat better. 2. Drink plenty of fluids: Preferably water, if exercising for more than an hour electrolytes drinks are recommended. If running, 4 or 5 ounces per mile is recommended. 3. Do not consume alcohol or caffeine drinks: These contributes to dehydration. 4. Consume fruit throughout the day: They should be part of our everyday diet anyway as they contain water. 5. Wear sun protection: SPF 15 or above and reapply when necessary. 6. Pay attention to the weather forecast. 7. If possible get in the shade as often as possible. 8. Try exercising early in the day or later in the afternoon or night when it’s cooler.

Date: August 11, 2012 Cost: $95.00 adults / $80.00 children Includes: lunch, fruits, snorkeling equipment, refreshments and transportation from Fort Buchanan. Departure at 7:00 am from Outdoor Recreation, Bldg 67; arrival at 6:15 pm to Outdoor Recreation. Requirements: bring towels, dry clothes and sunscreen. Last day to sign up is August 9th.

Basic Open Water Scuba Classes

Dates: August 17, 18, 19, 25 and 26 Includes: Basic Open Water certification. Equipment and books provided until the end of course. Cost: $150.00 per person. Students required to attend and be on time to all classes. • Friday 17th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. • Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th from 7:00 am to 11:30 am at the Coast Guard Housing Area in Bayamón. • Saturday 25th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at Escambrón Beach at Old San Juan. • Sunday 26th from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm at Fajardo.

Fort Buchanan Fitness Center Certified Personal Trainer; NSCA & Cooper Institute

Fitness Classes Back to School 90min Cycling August 14th, 11:30 am

Two hour Super Out of the Box Class August 17th, 9:00 am

3 for 1 Krank, Cycle & Lift August 21st, 5:30 pm

For more details please call Sports & Fitness Center at 787-707-3767 10

Hiking Tour to the Window Cave (Cueva Ventana) and the Indian Cave Date: Saturday, September 1st Place: The Window Cave & Indian Cave, border of Arecibo & Utuado, and La Boca, Barceloneta. Includes: transportation and guides Cost: $20.00 per person Departure at 8:00 am from Outdoor Recreation, Bldg. 67; arrival at 4:00 pm to Outdoor Recreation. Requirements: good physical condition, wear closed shoes. After exploring the caves we will visit a restaurant at the Barceloneta area.

Kayaking Tour to Fajardo’s Bio Bay Guided by Outdoor Recreation’s staff. Date: Saturday, September 29 Includes: transportation, guides, kayaks, safety gear Cost: $45.00 per person Departure at 3:00 pm at Outdoor Recreation, Bldg. 67; arrival at 10:00 pm to Outdoor Recreation. Requirement: bring towels and dry clothes. Note: you can bring snacks & mosquito repellent. For reservations & more information call 787-707-3734, Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, or visit us.

Sat., August 11th 5:00 pm, Fitness Center

By: Roberto Fernandez, Recreation Specialist

September

Water Spout Aquatic Park

Come and enjoy the last days of Summer at the Water Spout’s water slides and activity areas. Don’t forget your towel and suntan lotion.

Tuesdays thru Sundays, 10:00 am-5:30 pm. Daily admission fee:

Free for Military & DoD employees attached to Fort Buchanan $5.00 for DoD Retirees, USCG, Federal Employees and other military not attached to Fort Buchanan. $8.00 all others $5.00 x-tra fee for registrations on day of race.

787-707-3277 787-707-3182

Children (ages 4 - 10): $4.00 Authorized adult (11 years+): $6.00

Call 787-707-3550 for more information. The US Army does not officially endorse sponsors.

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ENTERTAINMENT Month End Madness Golf Tournaments Friday, August 24th and September 28th Fort buchanan Golf Course Entry includes: Green Fees, Cart, Food, Beverages & Prizes Entry fee: Sponsored by: Members $35.00 Non-members $45.00 787-707-3980

Meet José Rodríguez Golf Course Manager Where did you get your start in golf?

I started at the age of 13 as a caddie at Nassau C.C in Long Island New York. I started to play golf and fell in love with the game, the rest is history.

What are your certifications and education background?

I graduated from San Diego Golf Academy in 2002 with a degree in Golf Complex Operations and Management. I also have been a PGA Member since 2010.

What is your best golf round?

Bring your friends to the Borinquen Lounge & Patio’s BBQ afternoons Every Thursday & Friday Borinquen Lounge & Patio offers a varied menu selection of delicious BBQ grilled items and combos. Stop by after 4:00 pm and undwind from work in an outdoor laid back ambiance. Held inside on rainy days.

Details at 787-707-3535. The US Army does not officially endorse sponsors. Choose a designated driver. Do not drink & drive.

My lowest golf score ever in a championship type course is a 68. My best competition round is a 69.

What is your inspiration?

My inspiration would have to be my family. My wife Marie and my unbelivable daughter who is almost 3 years old now, Camila Amelie.

Whats on my playlist?

Don’t have much time for a playlist right now. But I usually have all different types of music in Spanish and English.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Not sure about 5 years, All I can see myself doing now is improving the Buchanan Golf Complex to its best ever and keeping it there.

What do you have that will be beneficial to the Golf Course?

My knowledge and experience of over 20 years working at Golf Courses but more than anything would be my drive to improve and reach our maximum potential here at Buchanan. 11

ENTERTAINMENT Bowling Center News: History of Fort Buchanan’s Bowling Center Fort Buchanan’s Bowling Center opened its doors on August 28, 1992, almost 20 years ago. Originally it was under the command of DPCA Major Jerome Hesby and ADCFA Tom Kulina, then Randy La Fave was assigned Business Manager until he was promoted to the Community Operations Division Chief (COD). On March 9, 1995, Luis R. Torres became Business Manager of the Bowling Center until today. During the past 20 years many good things have happened at the Bowling Center. We have around 15 games of 300 with the first done around July 1993 by Edgardo Ruíz; also we have seven games of 299 with the first one around July 1993 by Mr Gaby Janer and one game of 298 done by Mr Jean Francisco Pérez on July 1993. Also we have over 50 series of 700 and three Series of 800. We’ve also had numerous tournaments like the PR National Guard, the Puerto Rico All Start Bowling Association Monthly Tournaments, the Coca Cola Tournament, the Know Call Pepsi Cola for the Junior Program, Memorial Day Tournament, the Junior USBC Annual Tournament and the Island Wide Championship Bowling tournaments that take place during August.

August 31st and September 1st - 2nd

Format Handicap: 100% of 200 base on a maximum score of 840 per team Teams, Doubles & All Event Ladder Rounds • Friday at 6:00 pm (Teams) • Saturday at 1:00 pm (Teams continued and Doubles) • Sunday at 9:00 am: Doubles • Sunday Afternoon: All Event Ladders Prizes for Seniors (+50) in the Doubles & the Ladder Entry Fee: $500.00 per Team (all prizes based on a minimum of 18 teams)

For more information 787-707-3272 / 2695 e-mails: luis.r.torres6.naf@mail.mil or tenpinbowlers@hotmail.com

We have various leagues like the Adult Bowling Leagues, One Senior League, a Ladies League and a junior program now called USBC Youth League. The Junior league started in 1993 and eventually grew to over 200 kids ages 4 to 21. The league’s first years were very successful. In 1996 Jorge Toledo, a youth bowler from Fort Buchanan represented Puerto Rico at The National Coca Cola Tournament in Ohio and finished in 5th place, in this tournament kids from all over the United States compete. In 1997, Iris Vega participated at Tennessee and finished 15th place. In 2000 at Las Vegas Nevada, Debbie Acevedo finished 1st Place at the National Level. For the last two years 2011 and 2012 we’ve won the Copa Orlando A Izquierdo Muñoz at the Bolera Caribe in Ponce Puerto Rico and on July 2012 the League went to the Dominican Republic to compete in the 9th Torneo Internacional Infantil-Juvenil at the Sebelen Bowling Center and won First place in the Category C on teams and Doubles. The league plays every Saturday from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm from August to May every year. The Bowling Center has also been recognized by the Army and in 2003 the Business Manager, Mr. Luis R. Torres was selected the Excellence In Management Award for Army Wide Medium Size Bowling Center.

Photo above: Bowling Center Staff back then (left to righ) Victor Negrón, Luis R. Torres (Manager), Edwin Rivera, Angel Catalán, Iván Morales, Rafael Burgos.

I would like to thank our employees for an outstanding job during Above Randy La Fave, Bowling Center’s 1st Business these last 20 years, that Manager (right). are still helping me. They are Mr. Victor Negrón, Edwin Rivera, Rafael Burgos and Julio Moyeno they have been with the Bowling Center for the last 20 years. Also thanks to Mr. Iván Morales who was an integral part of the Bowling Center until he was promoted to be the DFMWR ISO in 2000. Again, thanks for all your support during the last 20 years. Come see the best teams play on the 3rd Island Wide Bowling Tournament from August 31 to September 2, 2012. By: Luis R. Torres, Bowling Center Business Manager

August 2012 • Dfmwr Events Magazine

DFMWR Happenings

A Celebration of Our Freedom!!! This year Fort Buchanan’s 4th of July Celebration was attended by those who would not let the rain showers stop them from enjoying the games, music, dancing, food and fireworks. Most of all, those who value the importance of remembering the historic events that made possible the freedom our Nation enjoys today. Top notch musical entertainment such as Batukealo, Back to the 80’s Music Band and NG-2 transformed the parking lot into a dance floor. Children had an awsome time with the rides, crafts and games and to top it all the fireworks at the end of the evening were spectacular! Garrison Commander, COL Caryn S. Heard, with 24 hours in command, presented her message to attendees as a preamble for the fireworks display. Thanks to all our sponsors for contributing greatly to the success of the event!

Top Photo: Live bands kept everyone entertained throughout the day. Photo (2nd from top): Attendants were not muted by the rain. Photo (3rd from top): Post Command staff: Magda Figueroa, Executive Officer; Command Sgt. Maj. Derrick T. Simpson; Garrison Commander Col. Caryn S. Heard; Deputy to the Garrison Commander, Mr. Gunnar Pedersen and Deputy Commander, Lt. Col. Kenneth M. Hammond. Photo (bottom left): Hipólito Serrano at the Center (Air Force Veteran) is surrounded by his family, Hipólito, Jr. and his wife Ivette Santiago, Amanda (daughter in law) and her brother Ronald as they waited to see the Fireworks display.

Thank you to our sponsors for all their support and commitment to our community:

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August 2012 â&#x20AC;˘ Dfmwr Events Magazine

Customer’s 1st Choice of Books & DVD’s @ Post Library, 10 am, 787-707- 3208 Youth Sports Basketball Season Registrations until Sept. 7th 787-707-3466

August 2012 5

Every Sunday Family Bowling 787-707-2695

Motorcycle Show @ Club’s Parking Lot 9 am - 5 pm

Tuesday - Friday: Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11 am - 1 pm, 787-707-2695

Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am / 12 pm/ 4:30 pm Out of the Box, 9:00 am @ Fitness Center, 787-707-3767 CYSS SAC New Parent Orientation 10 am & 4 pm, Bldg 1000, 787-707-3569 Mon thru Thur: Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm, 787-707-2695 Zumba @ Fitness Center 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767

School Starts Every Monday: Oil Change for $8 @ Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972 Every Monday & Friday SKIES Karate Class @ 4 pm or 5 pm 787-707-3541 Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm, 787-707-2695

19 Flea Market

Exchange Parking Area, 8 am - 3 pm, 787-707-3974 / 5105

Visit us at:

Outdoor Rec: Open Water Scuba Class, 787-707-3734

787-707-3787

SKIES Kindertots @ Bldg. 1145, 9:30 am

Every Monday & Friday SKIES Karate Class @ 4 pm or 5 pm 787-707-3541 Monday & Thursday Zumba Class @ Fitness Center 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767

Center 787-707-3972

Every Monday: Oil Change for $8 at Automotive Skills

Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767 Water Spout Summer Hours Tuesday Sunday, 10 am - 5:30 pm, 787-707-3550 Zumba @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767

FAP New Parent Support Morning Playgroup @ Bldg. 1140, 10 am, 787-707-3698

CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am,787-707-3767

Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am – 1pm, 787-707-3535 Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm, 787-707-2695 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535

CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am,

787-707-3767 Back to School 90 min Cycling Class 11:30 am Fitness Center 787-707-3767 Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday SKIES Swimming Lessons Session 1 begins lasting til August 29th, 787-7073541 Zumba Class @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535

FAP New Parent Support Morning Playgroup @ Bldg. 1140, 10 am, 787-707-3998 CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am, 787-707-3767

Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11am -1 pm 787-707-3535 3 for 1 Krank, Cycle & Lift @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535

TUE 28

CQDT Self Defense Class @ Fitness Center, 10 am, 787-707-3767 Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Krank Circuit @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Library’s Featured DVD for “Return a Film by Liza Johnson”@ Post Library, 5:30pm, 787-707-3208 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535

Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767 Wed thru Fri: Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11 am- 1pm 787-707-3272 Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am – 1pm, 787-707-3535 Every Wednesday: SKIES Piano, Guitar, & Tennis Lessons, 3 pm or 4 pm, 787-707-3541 Power Kranking @ Fitness Center, 6:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center 5:30 am 12 pm/ 4:30 pm 787-707-3767

Power Kranking @ Fitness Center, 6:30 am 787-707-3767 Computer Orientations @ Post Library, 10am, 787-707-3208

ACS Using Credit Wisely 10 am Bldg. 390, 787-707-3310 ACS Open House & 47th Bday Celebration 11 am Bldg. 390, 787-7073804 Lunch-A-Bowl at Bowling Center, 11 am, 787-707-3272

Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11am -1 pm 787-707-3535

Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm, 787-707-3767 Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767 Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11 am- 1pm 787-707-3272 CYSS New Parent Orientation 2:30 pm Bldg. 1142, 787-707-3569 SKIES Piano, Guitar, & Tennis Lessons, 3 pm 787-707-3541

Doubles Tennis Tournament Registration Deadline at Fitness Center, 787-7073182 Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday SKIES Swimming Lessons Session 1 Ends, 787-707-3541 Power Kranking @ Fitness Center, 6:30 pm, 787-707-3767

Diagnostic Test 50% off at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972 Big Shoes DFMWR Clown Day at the Club 2pm, 787-707-5105 Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm, 787-707-3767 ACS Financial Managing Debt @ Bldg. 390, 10 am, 787-707-3310 SKIES Theater Class @ 3:30 pm 787-707-3541

BBQ @ Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535

Auto Lift 50% off at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972 Indoor Cycling @ Fitness Center, 5:30 am/ 12 pm / 4:30pm, 787-707-3767 ACS Managing Family Financial Stress 10 am Bldg. 507, 787-707-3310

CYSS imAlone Training 9 am at the Club 787-707-5066 Every Thursday SKIES Karate Class @ 4 pm, 787-707-3541

Diagnostic Test 50% off at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972

Lunch-A-Bowl at Bowling Center, 11 am1pm, 787-707-3272

SKIES Theater Class @ 3:30 pm 787-707-3541 Teen Bowling Special @3 pm, 787-707-2695 BBQ @ Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535

THU 23

Tire Balancing 50% off at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972

FAP Dealing with Family Stress & Anger Bldg. 507, 787-707-3698 CYSS SAC Talent Show 4 pm Bldg. 1000, 787-707-3569 SKIES Theater Class @ 3:30 pm 787-707-3541 Teen Bowling Special @ 3 pm 787-707-2695

BBQ @ the Borinquen Lounge and Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535

THU 30

FAP Dealing with Family Stress & Anger Bldg. 507, 787-707-3698

BBQ @ the Borinquen Lounge and Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535 Zumba Class @ Fitness Center, 5:30 pm, 787-707-3767 Bingo @ the Club, 6 pm, 787-707-3535

Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am 787-707-3767

Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11am – 1pm, 787-707-3272 Lunch Buffet @ the Club 11am -1 pm 787-707-3535

LAST CHANCE Tryouts for the Army Ten Miler Team 5:30 am @ the Fitness Center 787-707-3277 Outdoor Rec: Kayaking @ Bio-Bay Fajardo 4 pm, 787-707-3734

80’s Video Music Night

at the Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 5 pm, 787-707-3535

Out of the Box @ Fitness Center, 9 am, 787-707-3767 Lunch A Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11am – 1pm, 787-707-3272 Lunch Buffet @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Library Story Time & Crafts, 3:30 pm 787-707-3208 BBQ @ the Club 4 pm – 9 pm, 787-707-3535

787-707-3767

Outdoor Rec: Snorkeling Trip to Culebrita Island, Culebra, 7 am 787-707-3734 Perimeter Run 5.2 Mile Race, 5 pm Fitness Center 787-707-3277

18 Flea Market

SUPER Out of the Box 2hr Class @ Fitness Center, 9 am

Exchange Parking Area, 8 am - 3 pm, 787-707-3974 / 5105

CYSS SAC Welcome Back Open House BBQ 4 pm Bldg. 1000, 787-7073569 BBQ@ Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535 Open Water Scuba Course ODR, 6 pm 787-707-3734

Outdoor Rec: Open Water Scuba

Class 787-707-3734

Month End Madness Golf Tournament “Beat the Pro” @ Golf Complex, 12:30 pm, 787-707-3980 CYSS MST Open House 2:30 pm Bldg. 519 & 1142, 787-707-3713

SKIES Tennis Lessons @ 10 am, 787-707-3541

Outdoor Rec: Open Water Scuba Class, 787-707-3734

Library Story Time & Crafts, 3:30 pm 787-707-3208

BBQ at Borinquen Lounge & Patio, 4 pm, 787-707-3535 SKIES Karate Class @ 4 pm, 787-707-3541

3rd Island Wide Dance Step Aerobics, Fitness Open@Bowling Tournament 787-707-2695

Doubles Tennis Tournament 9 am, MWR Tennis Courts, 787-707-3277 Hiking Tour to Window & Indian Caves, Arecibo, 8 am, 787-707-3734

SUN 2

3rd Island Wide Bowling Tournament 787-707-2695

787-707-2695

Doubles Tennis Tournament 9 am, MWR Tennis Courts, 787-707-3277

WEEKLY EVENTS: • Mondays- Spinning Lessons, 6:30 pm at Fitness Center / 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 & Thursday – Teen Bowling Special, 3:00 pm at Bowling Center / Zumba, 5:30 pm at Fitness Center • Tuesday thru Friday- Lunch Buffet , 11:00 am-1:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Tuesdays- Close Quarter Defense Tactics, 10:00 am at Fitness Center / 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 • Thursdays & Fridays BBQ, 4:00 pm, at the Community Club & Conference Center • Wednesdays thru Fridays - Lunch-A-Bowl, 11:00 am at Bowling Center • Saturdays - Dance Step Aerobics 9 am • Golf Lessons @ Golf Course Complex 787-707-3258 Calendar subject to change. For updated version: