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Enjoy the Holidays Buy this – buy that? Will the gift recipient like it, or do I want to buy it because I like it? How often have you received a gift that was really what the giver wanted? This has happened in my house from time to time and I just accept it with a smile, because it really is the thought that counts. It’s not about what was purchased or how much was spent – it’s about the love that went into the gift. Did you know that you can make some beautiful gifts at Guenette Arts & Crafts Center? They hold classes if you need help! You can get in the holiday spirit with the local activities and events listed on page 11. Winter Wonderland will be held again this year, on December 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Just like last year there will be a free ice skating rink, a FRG gingerbread house decorating contest, free Christmas trees (while they last), live entertainment and more. Whether you decide to buy or make your gifts, visit friends and Family or stay home, cook or go out – enjoy the holidays! Have a wonderful and SAFE holiday season!
CynDe Clack and Tara Goodson, Editors mwrlifeeditor@fortcampbellmwr.com
Editors CynDe Clack Tara Goodson
Inside this issue
Contributors
Kat Berghofer Mignon Deason Tammie Heath Ramon M. Maisonet Patrice Johnson-Winters Jessica Ryan USAA
Publisher
Creative ink
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Crafting for the Holidays What do you get the person who has everything?
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Holiday Cheer, Tribulations and Tips New traditions can be good!
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The 24 Hour Mini CDC This option provides a home-like atmosphere.
Creative Director
10 Get Into the Holiday Spirit
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11 Holiday Happenings
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CynDe Clack Paula Hallett Amy Rauch Tennessee Department of Tourism Clarksville Chamber of Commerce
Upcoming local musical events. Local celebrations to enjoy.
14 Be a Responsible Party Host Avoid having “That Guy” at your gathering!
19 What to Do with Your Concert Memorabilia? Showcase your memories.
24 Strategies to Tame the Tax Beast Thinkstock pg 14 Shutterstock pg 4, 10, 12, 24
Tips to get prepared for tax time.
26 Extra time on Your Hands? Volunteer! Opportunities and suggestions.
28 Beating the Holiday Blues Take inventory of the positive.
29 2013 Fort Campbell Holiday Worship Schedule On-post services offered by the Chaplain’s Office.
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A Personal Touch
Crafting for the Holidays by Patrice Johnson-Winters
What gift do you get the person who has everything? How can you shop for everyone on your list but stay within your budget? What do you get that person who never gives you any idea of what they might want? The answer to all those questions is really very simple. Personally make something just for them. Guenette Arts & Crafts Center is ready to help and it is the perfect place to make all sorts of items that are great for gift giving. All throughout the month of December, Guenette is offering a variety of classes that can fit everyone’s holiday budget. We have classes that are designed for all ages. One of the most popular types of classes at the Guenette Arts & Crafts Center involves soap making. These classes are a hit with all ages and the projects can vary from hand scrubs to bar soaps in the shape of a cupcake. In December we will be offering two different opportunities to learn different soap making skills that can easily be turned into gifts for almost anyone on your holiday list. The “Soap Making: Hand and Foot Care” class will be offered twice on
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Wednesday, December 4. The first class runs from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. and the second class is from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. In this class, students will have the opportunity to create a lemon honey hand scrub, a foot soak and loofah soap all for only $12. Since almost all of the ingredients for these items can be found at the local grocery store, this class is a must for those home crafters who enjoy giving personalized, handmade gifts that are both thoughtful and utilitarian. Another Soap Making opportunity occurs on Saturday, December 7, with “Kids Soap Making: Gifts for the Holidays”. This activity will be offered on a walk in basis from 10 am until 2 pm for only $6 a person. Each participant will have the opportunity to create six guest soaps in the shape of a snowflake. The soaps may then be packaged in groups of two or three and completed with personalized gift tags and ribbon. Although this class is called Kids Soap Making, adults are welcome to participate at the same price. One of the newest crafts being offered at Guenette is “Gelatin Printing”. This fun and imaginative craft uses plain gelatin as the base for printing on paper and card stock. Whether you are making a piece to frame or creating your own holiday greeting cards, gelatin printing is colorful and creative for all ages. We will be offering this class twice during the month of December. The first class is offered from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 11 and the second class will be offered on a walk in basis from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 14. Each class is $7.
“Stained Glass” classes will be offered three times during December. In this class, students will learn how to make a colorful sun catcher perfect for hanging in the window to brighten a cold winter day. The classes will be offered December 6, 20 and 27, from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The stained glass class is $22 plus the cost of glass and is only open to ages 18 and above as lead solder will be used. For this reason, we also ask that no one takes this class while pregnant. “Crafting for the Holidays: Folded Books” will be offered twice during December. This class is $6 and will be offered Friday, December 13 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. and Wednesday, December 18 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Participants will learn how to make beautiful handmade
folded books. These books make perfect gifts as is, but may become extra special when filled with things like recipes or favorite memories. They also make wonderful and personal guest sign-in books for parties and showers. We are happy to make this class available to anyone age 10 and over. An activity designated especially for youngsters is our “Kid’s Art Lab” which will be held on Thursday afternoons during December. Each class is $7 per student and the projects change from week to week. Young artists will get to experiment with different paints, decoupage, printmaking and mixed media throughout the course of classes. Many of the items they create will be perfect for gift giving.
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“Paint Your Own Pottery” is an activity available at the Craft Shop that is fun for all ages. Patrons may purchase from our wide variety of ready to paint ceramics and with the payment of a shop fee, they have access to our paints, brushes and supplies. “Paint Your Own Pottery” has proven to be popular as a Family, birthday party or scouting activity. The woodshop and framing areas are also open to assist patrons during the holiday season. The Woodshop Safety Video is available during regular business hours up until the last two hours of the day. This video covers all safety procedures for the woodshop machinery and is required before utilizing the woodshop. Pen Turning Classes are also available in our woodshop on an appointment basis. The framing area will offer Matting and Framing Classes on Saturdays throughout the month of December. Patrons are asked to bring in an item to frame. They will learn everything from measuring to cutting the mats, glass and frame and the final assembly of their project. For those patrons who are unable to find the time to do their own framing, Guenette Custom Framing may
well be the answer. Custom framers are available to assist you with choosing mat and frame materials. The turnaround time in the custom framing area is normally two weeks, so please be sure to plan ahead. Guenette Arts & Crafts Center would also like everyone to know that on December 7 and 14, shop fees are half price in all the areas of the Center. This offer is good throughout the entire day and applies to every shop fee, child and adult. Furthermore, on December 21, with the purchase of each shop fee, all patrons will receive a free unpainted refrigerator
magnet or ornament of their choice. They are then invited to utilize our supplies to paint their chosen piece. Whether you keep the finished piece for yourself or give it to someone else, the magnet or ornament can be a nice holiday decoration. Guenette Arts & Crafts Center is located at 89 Screaming Eagle Blvd just beside Wilson Theater. We are open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. The Craft Shop is always closed on Sundays and Mondays and during the month of December we will be closed on both Christmas Day and New Years Eve. If you would like more information about Guenette Arts & Crafts Center, its classes, schedules and prices, please call (270) 798-6693 or visit our website at www.fortcampbellmwr.com/Recreation/Arts Crafts.
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Holiday Cheer, Tribulations, and Tips
Keeping it Together
by Kat Berghofer
Each year as the months grow old, Fort Campbell salutes the waning days of fall. We trade crimson leaves for poinsettias, celebrate embers winking in the fireplace, and taste the tang of cherry pie. There is true magic in the Christmas season. The holidays are a kind of fairy tale, one we anticipate, even long for, each coming December; a time of giving, sincerity, and of course, visits from Saint Nick! Since I was a young girl, I could recall holiday gatherings in my Family’s small, rural town. Our home was near the woods and resembled something seen on a postcard, covered in snow. On Christmas Eve, my parents, brother, and I would attend a candle light service. By Christmas morning, more than a dozen relatives had arrived to enjoy our personal winter wonderland. Grandmother insisted on having her special cranberry salad, while my mother turned every inch of counter space into the “Cookie Factory”, which yielded almost two hundred decorated morsels. Welcoming my husband Jordan into our holiday tradition was a joy, but celebrating the holidays as a military Family was an adjustment. Our first Christmas leave, we frequented airports to reach each branch of relatives. It was a blur of tinsel and hugs as we hopped from town to city, all in a month’s time. This included Toronto, but not without special permission of course. Grandmother’s famous cranberry salad graced our dinner table, but there was no candle light service with my in-laws.
Instead, we cozied up for “A Christmas Story” with Jordan’s parents and siblings and placed a massive order for Chinese food, a custom of their own. Christmastime felt different as a Soldier and Army wife, but the magic was there. New traditions can be good! It is no secret that military Families face certain obstacles during the holidays. This is true whether you are away from a Spouse or your entire Family. I remember my husband explaining that his deployment would last through our first Christmas, and the news was abysmal. As luck would have it, the tour was cancelled weeks later and we enjoyed the holidays together. Yet, the prospect of separation readied me to support my Soldier. Also, my eyes were opened to the magnitude our post caters to its military citizens. Always remember, Soldiers are missing loved ones just as much as they are missed. One Soldier commented, “We get busy and do a lot, but the holidays overseas can be rough on us.” We at home need to swell our hearts with support! Make a special video from your Family or belt some country Christmas tunes while assembling care packages with extra seasonal flair‒ send them early to ensure a timely arrival. Also, consider speaking to the Rear Detachment. They keep in touch with deployed troops and can offer suggestions on what to send to your loved one. For those staying at Fort Campbell, don’t worry, there are countless ways to ignite your holiday spirit! An important rule of
thumb isto embrace the community and a positive mindset. Christmas is a bustling and beautiful time, but we are prone to stress, especially apart from a loved one or Family members. One holly jolly idea is to celebrate with others. Attend a Christmas Dinner, courtesy of the Armed Services YMCA. Keep an eye out for holiday magic, such as the Winter Wonderland, visiting Santa Claus and his reindeer, ice skating at Destiny Park, and other activities on the MWR website. Perhaps the most iconic and illustrious event is the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony taking place on December 5. Hundreds of people gather to carol in the season and spend a festive evening with the Fort Campbell community. An attendee called the ceremony “beyond magical” because “everyone present felt like one huge Family.” Whether you are with a loved one, with Family, or without, Fort Campbell offers many activities to keep everyone active, happy, and involved. Reaching out to the community is a fantastic way to ease emotional or holiday stress. Many people are confronting the same challenges, and comrades will always lessen the strain. Whether this holiday brings you cranberry salad or Chinese takeout, take a bite and look for a silver lining tounder the mistletoe. Let the Christmas spirit motivate you! And a bit of Army wife advice - keep that mistletoe‒ it will come in handy sooner than you think!
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24 Hour Mini CDC Provides a Home-Like Atmosphere
The 24 Hour Mini Child Development Center (CDC) is one of two programs within Fort Campbell Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS), that was established to meet the need for non-traditional child care hours. This facility is designed to provide care for children whose parents have work hours which cannot be accommodated by the operational hours of the other CYSS programs. We provide care for children age 6 weeks through 12 years and can be open twenty four hours a day, seven days a week, with the exception of Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day when we are closed. Children should not be in care more than 12 hours a day (60 hours a week) with exceptions made on a case-by-case basis. Daily activities which cover the five areas of child development are offered in a rich environment designed to enhance your child’s individual learning style. • Physical - covers the changes in size, shape and physical maturity of the body. • Social - is the understanding of right and wrong and the change in behavior caused by that understanding.
by Tammie Heath • Emotional - includes the feelings and The 24 Hour Mini CDC spaces are emotional responses to events. primarily for full time care not to exceed 60 • Cognitive – the learning and use of hours per week. When space is available, hourly language, the ability to reason, problem care reservations are accepted. There may be solve and organize ideas. spaces available for a Friday or Saturday “date • Creative – provides opportunities for children night” on a first come first serve basis! Hourly to express their creative abilities. care rates will apply. For more information or to determine Staff receive on-going training in Child eligibility criteria for the 24 Hour Mini CDC, Development, CPR, First Aid, Identifying and please call (270) 798-4643. Reporting signs of Child Abuse and Neglect, Extended Hours Care, Special Needs Care, Infant/Toddler through School-age Care, Emergency Action Principles, and Accident Prevention. There is a Training Curriculum Specialist and Mentor on staff to assist caregivers to further develop their professional knowledge. They are also available to assist parents with any questions they may have about child development or developmentally appropriate practices.
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Off the Beaten Path
by Jessica Ryan Ah, the holidays are right around the corner! Do you know what that means? It’s time to jam out to your favorite holiday tunes. Here’s a list of upcoming musical events in the local area:
101st Band Holiday Performance December 10 at 6 p.m. Clarksville Public Library Free
Holiday Concert by 101st Band December 5 at 7:30 p.m. Liberty Chapel Free
The 101st Band will perform a variety of holiday classics in a POPS style for the local community.
Families are encouraged to keep the holiday cheer going by attending the Holiday Concert at Liberty Chapel after the Tree Lighting ceremony at Division Headquarters. The 101st Band will perform a variety of holiday classic
101st Band Performs for the Community December 15 at 7:30 p.m. Christian County Schools Performing Arts Center Free The POPS style concert performed by the 101st Band will bring cheer to the local community. Plaid Tidings, the Holiday Edition of Forever Plaid Roxy Regional Theatre November 29 and 30 and December 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 8 p.m.; December 4, 5, 11 and 12 at 7 p.m.; December 7 at 2 p.m. $25 Adults, $15 Age 13 and Under Military Discount: Buy One Ticket, Get One Free Ticket, Wednesdays and Thursdays for 7 p.m. performances.
MWR Winter Wonderland December 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Destiny Park Free Santa and his reindeer will make a special stop at Fort Campbell as Destiny Park turns into a magical Winter Wonderland. Not only will there be live, holiday-themed entertainment, there will be other festivities such as an outdoor ice skating rink, Family Readiness Group (FRG) Gingerbread House Contest, reindeer rides (ponies) and sleigh (hay wagon) rides.
A great, rockin’ way to kick off the holiday season! Harmony pop quartet The Plaids, from the famous off-Broadway musical Forever Plaid, are back for the holidays. Sparky, Jinx, Smudge and Frankie will sing their own renditions of famous Christmas tunes such as “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” “Let It Snow,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and more. A Country Christmas at Opryland Gaylord Opryland Resort November 15, 2013 – January 1, 2014 Varies by event The magic of Christmas comes to Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville. In addition to the resort’s famous Christmas lights display, there will be holiday entertainment galore. Notable events include the Radio City Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, country music superstar Lorrie Morgan’s Enchanted Christmas Dinner and Show and A Not So Silent Night concert series. For information on ticket prices and Christmas Vacation packages, visit: www.marriott.com
The Brian Setzer Orchestra Christmas Rocks 10th Anniversary Tour! Ryman Auditorium December 8-9 at 7:30 p.m. $35-$55 The Brian Setzer Orchestra brings an exciting twist on Christmas music. With three best-selling holiday albums on his discography, the three-time Grammy Awardwinner Brian Setzer and his 18-piece orchestra know how to rock the holiday season with their annual Christmas tour. To purchase tickets, visit: www.ryman.com. The Irish Tenors Christmas Show Schermerhorn Symphony Center December 5 at 7 p.m. $44-$119 The Irish Tenors will breathe new life into traditional carols, classic Irish ballads and beloved religious hymns with the help of the Nashville Symphony at this holiday concert. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate the season. Christmas with Amy Grant & Vince Gill Schermerhorn Symphony Center December 19 at 7 p.m.; December 20 at 8 p.m.; December 21 at 2 & 8 p.m. $50-$138 Come celebrate with classic tunes, gospel hymns and a joyous night of great music! Amy Grant and Vince Gill will light the Schermerhorn with cheer and goodwill when they perform their beloved holiday show with the Nashville Symphony. Handel’s Messiah Schermerhorn Symphony Center December 11 & 12 at 7 p.m.; December 13 at 8 p.m. $39-$138 Don’t miss this treasured annual tradition when the Nashville Symphony and Chorus perform Handel’s Messiah! There’s a reason this Baroque-era masterpiece has become a seasonal favorite — and there’s no better place to hear it than at Schermerhorn Symphony Center. A Holiday Music Experience with KEM & Friends Schermerhorn Symphony Center December 22 at 7:30 p.m. $39-$79 - Presented without Orchestra Celebrate the season and spend a very special evening with R&B superstar KEM when he performs at the Schermerhorn for the first time His spiritual and soulful sounds will bring the house down when he performs music from his holiday album “What Christmas Means. “
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Spotlight On MWR
Holiday Happenings by Mignon Deason
It’s that magical time of year again! Days are colder and fireplaces are going full force with the glow of a crisp crackling flame; warming the home and hearts of all around. It’s also one of the busiest times of the year when we celebrate the holidays with Family and friends near and far. The traveling, shopping, parties and events are enough to make your head spin when you think about all that you want to do - on top of what needs to be done. Don’t let the hustle and bustle of December overwhelm you; there is plenty of information available to help you plan for some great holiday activities with your loved ones.
December 7. This evening parade starts at 5 p.m. and all the floats will be decorated with hundreds of sparkling lights to add to the magic. Hopkinsville’s Parade will also take place on December 7 at 10 a.m. for those that prefer the daytime version. This year’s theme for Hopkinsville’s parade is Peace on Earth. Nashville will hold a nighttime parade on December 6 at 7 p.m. Wherever you may be the first weekend in December, there is sure to be a parade to see. Another popular event is the annual “A Country Christmas” presented by Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville. Opryland will hold the world famous Radio City
Locally, the parades and light displays have already started. From the tree lighting here on post to the events in Clarksville, Hopkinsville and Nashville; there is sure to be plenty to do for all ages. Clarksville’s Christmas on the Cumberland kicks off November 26 and runs through January 4, offering a fabulous light display accompanied by holiday music along the river at McGregor Park. You can even catch Santa there for a photo with the kids on certain dates. Then there is the annual Christmas Parade set to take place in downtown Clarksville on
Rockettes Christmas Spectacular, showcasing over 200 performers with
musical dance numbers and, of course, those famous high kicks, all in perfect unison. Then there are the intricate carvings of ICE! This year, over 2 million pounds of solid ice will be carved by 40 master artisans from China into the theme of Frosty the Snowman. Ice slides and other activities abound for all to enjoy in this must see attraction. But be sure to dress for the occasion - it’s only 9 degrees in there! If you forget your jacket, they will provide a warm parka for you to borrow at no additional cost so you can go through the attraction comfortably. After you’ve warmed up with some hot cocoa, then head on over to the Opryland Hotel to view the wonderful holiday decorations, and maybe take in the Lorrie Morgan Enchanted Christmas Dinner show. This year Lorrie will be performing hits from her album Merry Christmas from London while you dine on a gourmet five course holiday feast. If you are up for more festive fun, take a tour of the hotel’s elaborate botanical gardens all gussied up with holiday flair and then hop on a horse drawn carriage ride around the entrance of the resort to view the spectacular light display outside. If a holiday show is on your wish list, check out the Roxy Regional Theatre in downtown Clarksville for a presentation of Plaid Tidings, running November 29 through December 22 or for a different option A Year with Frog and Toad musical will be playing from December 14 to 21. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center in downtown Nashville will also have their annual showing of The Nutcracker presented by the Nashville Ballet from December 7 to 22. And who can resist a chance to see the all time holiday favorite “A Christmas Story.” You remember? Come on, say it, “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Poor Ralphie is trying so hard to get that Red Rider BB gun for Christmas, a Family favorite of mine for as long as I can remember. TPAC will be offering this performance from November 29
through December 22. With the unpredictable weather here in the Tennessee and Kentucky area, you may not have the white Christmas Bing Crosby sings about, but you can certainly travel to destinations where snow may be possible, even if it’s manmade. Gatlinburg, TN, at the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, is always a great weekend getaway no matter what time of year. The Ober Gatlinburg Ski resort can be snowy and white in the winter, even without the help of Mother Nature. Skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and much more await the adventurous crowd. Gatlinburg also offers fantastic holiday shopping, homemade crafts, and one of a kind gifts to please even the most discerning person on your list. Don’t miss the Great Smoky Mountains Christmas Arts & Crafts fair at the convention center December 2 through 8 or the Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade on December 6 through downtown amid the $1.6 million display of holiday lights. Got plans to go a bit further? Disney World is most definitely in the holiday spirit. And there are great ticket specials to be had as well. Of course block out dates may apply, but planning to go just before Christmas will give you better access to rooms and there will be smaller crowds in the parks. Taking a warm break on the beach close by is a great option as well for those not enjoying the cooler weather at home.
Speaking about the beach, why not plan a holiday cruise? Cruises offer wonderful entertainment, gourmet food, exotic ports of call and it’s all included. Whether you want to spend a few short days or up to a week or more, there is sure to be the right cruise for you. Treat yourself to a pampering spa treatment or relax with a delicious Mango Tango by the pool as you listen to the Reggae band play the music of the islands to take you away to tropical bliss. Some of the most interesting shopping can be had in the Caribbean as well as great deals for the jewelry hunters out there. Gemstones and silver are great finds and the cruise excursion staff are expert guides when it comes to the ins and outs of finding the best quality shopping at the different ports of call. If a cruise is not your speed, then try an all inclusive resort stay. Whether it is a couple’s getaway or the entire Family, resorts are there to pamper and treat you like royalty. All Inclusive means just that - your room, meals and beverages are all included in your package. Some resorts will even include fun things like non-motorized water sports, local excursions, and in-resort entertainment. It will truly make your vacation the relaxing vacation you deserve. Treat yourself and your Family to make the most out of your holiday time together.
MWR Leisure Travel Services is here to help you with the smallest of plans to the most elaborate. We look for the best deals and can assist with all your vacation and fun planning, no matter how near or far. Stop by, call or email the office for any information you wish. Happy Holidays and warm wishes to all our Fort Campbell Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians!
Be a Responsible Party Host
Entertaining
*Information and tips found on MADD and That Guy websites.
It’s the holidays and you want to throw a party. That’s okay – just be a responsible host! Responsible hosts know that part of holding a great party includes making sure their guests don’t turn into “That Guy” and everyone gets home safely.
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Be prepared by having the number of a taxi service on hand for those who need a ride.
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Close the bar 90 minutes before the party ends and serve a dessert treat with coffee.
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Don’t rely on coffee to sober up your guests. Only time can make someone sober.
If you’re wondering what food you can serve - that’s easy and not too expensive – just do an internet search. I found dozens of websites that offered ideas and recipes. Remember – your role as a responsible party host can keep your friends and Family safe!
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61. Equipment Rental (Gear-to-Go) (270) 798-6806 62. Library (R.F. Sink) (270) 798-5729 63. Veterinary Services (270) 798-3614 Travel & Lodging 64. IHG Hotel (931) 431-4496 65. IHG Hotel (Satellite Location) (270) 439-2229 66. Leisure Travel Services Office (270) 798-7436 Miscellaneous Services 67. 101st Airborne Division Headquarters (270) 798-9793 68. Blanchfield Army Community Hospital (270) 798-8055 69. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (270) 798-7161 70. Commissary (270) 798-3663 71. Division Parade Field 72. Fisher House (270) 798-8330 73. Gate 4 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 798-5047 74. Gate 7 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 956-4495 75. In/Out Processing & MWR Public Relations (270) 798-7535 76. MWR Director (270) 798-9953 76. MWR Unit Funds & MWR Collections (270) 798-6818 77. Museum (Don F. Pratt) (270) 798-3215/4986 78. Wilson Theater (931) 431-3636 The Exchange 79. Airfield Mini Mall/Burger King Green Beans Coffee (270) 640-4614 80. Community Town Center Class Six (931) 431-3622 Military Clothing Store (270) 798-4212 Pizza Hut Delivery (270) 439-1113 66 Exchange/Food Court/Mall (270) 439-1841 81. Exchange Administration Office (270) 439-1846 82. Firestone (270) 439-1865 83. Gardner Hills Mini Mal1(Burger King/Subway) (270) 697-1020 84. Kentucky Shoppette (24hr gas) (270) 439-1914 85. KFC & Taco Bell (270) 439-6353 86. Troop Mini Mall (gas) (931) 431-2410 87. Tennessee Shoppette (gas) (931) 431-4944
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What to Do with Your Concert Memorabilia? by Jessica Ryan
So you have concert memorabilia and you don’t know what to do with it. Maybe you have a t-shirt that does not fit quite right? Or you have old CDs that you don’t listen to anymore? Or you have a bunch of ticket stubs that you want to organize? As an avid concertgoer, I have faced this obstacle before. I had an old shoebox underneath my bed with all my concert photos, ticket stubs, patches, pins and other souvenirs inside. I also shoved my old concert t-shirts in my dresser and never wore them. This is because the shirt didn’t fit, it didn’t go with my personal style or I was not into the band anymore. So what was I supposed to do? Throw all these items away? I personally like holding onto these items to remember who I am and why music is important to me. Luckily, with my crafter’s intuition, I found ways to uniquely preserve my concert memorabilia: Ticket Stubs, Photos and Other Paper Items Call me a music hoarder, but I love collecting ticket stubs, photos, flyers, posters, stickers and other
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collectibles from concerts. A few years ago, I decided to take those items out of the shoebox and put them in scrapbooks (I am currently working on volume 3). Scrapbooking is so much fun! While some can argue that scrapbooking is an expensive hobby, I beg to differ. I take a more “cost-effective” approach and truly find “scraps” around my house to embellish my books. I also learned that many craft stores offer sales and put items on clearance, which helps maximize your scrapbooking budget. Also, scrapbooking is great group hobby. Local scrapbookers tend to host “swap and crop” parties which are good way to meet, share tools and trade items with fellow scrapbookers. There are other ways to display these items if you do not have the time or materials to invest in scrapbooking. You can make a collage or insert your items on
a memory board. If you are looking for a simpler alternative, you can purchase a ticket stub organizer from online retailers like Amazon.com. Similar to a photo album, these books have individual slits perfect for ticket stubs. Some books even have extra space so you can journal your concert memories. T-Shirts T-shirts are a popular item to purchase at concerts. As a girl, I am sometimes disappointed when I can only buy unisex t-shirts. Ladies, is it me or are
t-shirts. Since it is a large endeavor, I would not recommend this project to those inexperienced with using a sewing machine. Instead, I advise them to either find a sewing savvy friend or Family member to help with this project or consider paying a seamstress to make the quilt. The t-shirt canvas, on the other hand, is a much simpler project. All you need is a t-shirt, a canvas (which you can T-shirt quilt photo by Amy Rauch purchase at any craft store) and a hot glue unisex shirts just unflattering to the gun. You position the t-shirt on the feminine figure? As I mentioned before, canvas’ front side, cut the excess material sometimes we physically or mentally from the back and glue the t-shirt neatly outgrow our shirts. These shirts might end on the canvas’ back side. It is that simple! up becoming new gym attire or This is a great way to preserve a t-shirt and household cleaning rags. However, as make beautiful wall art. much as I spend on these shirts, I would rather repurpose them in a different way. The most obvious and easiest choice is to Old CDs As popular and innovative the perform t-shirt surgery. If you search compact disc (CD) was, they are “t-shirt surgery” online, you will find many becoming less and less prominent. tutorials on how to reconstruct t-shirts Nowadays, most people listen to music to flatter your shape. You can also through mobile devices like mp3 players reconstruct a t-shirt to make a scarf, purse, or smart phones. Before you start grocery bag or pillowcase, just to name a throwing your entire CD collection away, few ideas. There are both sewing and you can repurpose your CDs. The CD’s non-sewing options. While scissors, a circular shape and flat surface make it easy marker and measuring tape are must for for crafters to get creative and decorate almost any surgery, you don’t necessarily need a sewing machine to reconstruct their old CDs. For example, you can make coasters, holiday ornaments, a jewelry a t-shirt. Some of my favorite t-shirt holder or clock from a CD. You can even projects are the t-shirt quilt and t-shirt can- cut a CD into pieces and create mosaic vas. The t-shirt quilt is such a unique and art. Likewise, CD cases are very versatile wonderful idea to preserve your old for crafting. You can reuse a CD case and make a picture frame,
custom makeup palette or greeting card, just to a name a few ideas. It is easy to do a custom project with CDs and CD cases. You have to really just let your imagination go wild! The Other Stuff What about the other items you collect from concerts? I used to collect buttons and patches and stuck them onto my Dickies purse. Too badI had to be super protective of them. One night in the pit meant sacrificing a few buttons. I wanted to think of a cool way to display my surviving buttons. Some ideas I found were decorating picture frames or creating collages. Both are simple and easy crafts. Another popular item is the guitar pick. Whether you play guitar or got a pick from a concert, this is a great item to put in a concert scrapbook. Guitar picks can also be cool jewelry pendants. You can take a hot needle, hole-puncher or hammer and nail and poke a hole into the pick. Then you can put the pick on a necklace chain, bracelet or earrings. Talk about a rad fashion statement! As you can see, it does not take an artist to make these unique crafts. While I am specifically talking about concert memorabilia, you can also get inspiration from other household items and repurpose them with these creative ideas. These crafts are awesome gift ideas too, especially as the holidays approach. I personally cherish those homemade gifts from the heart, and I know my fellow music fanatics would too. I just love the idea of combining my love for crafting and music into one. When you have some free time, pick a project, grab your art supplies and get crafty!
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Strategies to
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Tame the Tax Beast Courtesy of USAA.com
Two new federal laws had an effect on your income tax bill in 2013 and beyond. Health care reform and the “fiscal cliff” resolution meant new and higher taxes on the wealthiest Americans, extended tax relief for others, but higher payroll taxes for all wage earners. To help understand how these laws may affected you, we created hypothetical scenarios to illustrate how you could more effectively direct money and manage taxes. The scenarios may not match your situation, but they should provide ideas on how you may be able to work toward your financial goals. It’s also important to note that the suggestions listed for each member are not the only changes they should consider making but are important in light of the recent tax law changes. Single in the Military Sarah: 24-year-old PFC Salary: $35,000 In 2012, Sarah began noticing she consistently used savings and credit cards to help her pay monthly bills, purchase necessities and travel home to St. Louis to visit friends. In 2013, Sarah wanted to better understand where she spent her money and to establish a budget that injected more discipline into her finances. Sarah’s time away from home due to deployments and training diminishes her ability to consistently focus on her finances. She saves 6% of her salary in the TSP. Strategies that could address concerns and manage taxes •
Create a budget. Creating and adhering to a budget will help Sarah not only understand where her money is spent but also help her manage future spending. This will eventually allow Sarah to own more than she owes as she begins to carry less debt.
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Adjust her spending. The new laws didn't extend the payroll tax holiday. Social Security taxes have increased from 4.2% back to 6.2% for all U.S. workers. This means Sarah will need to adjust her spending to account for a $700 reduction in annual pay. Have an adequate emergency fund. Using credit cards to pay for emergencies creates a false sense of financial security. Sarah should implement a plan for saving six months of living expenses. She could consider a savings account, short-term CD or other liquid investment for these assets. Consider saving for retirement in a Roth. Sarah's low tax bracket wasn't affected by the recent law changes. This means the current tax savings associated with her 6% pretax contribution to her TSP is minimal, so changing to Roth TSP contributions could make sense. With the Roth TSP, Sarah wouldn't get a current-year tax deduction but has the potential to access her contributions and earnings tax-free at retirement. Since the TSP doesn't provide her with a matching contribution, she also has the alternative of opening a Roth IRA, which provides more investment choices and access than the Roth TSP. To ensure appropriate asset allocation and management in context of her retirement date, she could consider investing Roth IRA contributions in a target retirement fund matching her risk tolerance.
Young, Married and in the Military Nate and Kate: He's a 30-year-old military medic; she's a 27-year-old retail manager. Combined salaries: $85,000. Both agree they need a more disciplined approach toward finances and a plan to address their goals. They've been saving what they can in bank accounts plus 10% of Nate’s salary in his TSP. Nate just returned from Afghanistan and deposited an additional $15,000 into their savings account. Kate has not saved anything for retirement. Strategies that could address concerns and manage taxes •
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Extra Time on Your Hands?
Volunteer! Single Soldiers aren’t just men and women without Spouses, they can also be geographically single. Whether you are without a significant other, or your significant other is somewhere else, you shouldn’t feel that you have nowhere to go or nothing to offer during the holidays. Don’t just sit around your barracks or house - get out and volunteer. Opportunities to volunteer come in many forms. You can volunteer with an organization or individually; in some cases you can even volunteer by email or phone. Volunteers are needed for all walks of life, in many different types of situations and for all skill levels. When I did an internet search, I found 445 non-profits listed for Clarksville and 255 listed for Hopkinsville with volunteer listings for everything from working with animals to children and youth, civil rights to environment, human services to job training, and technology to veterans (with dozens in-between). With this variety, there are volunteer opportunities available for everyone!
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The Salvation Army volunteers help with all of their programs. It might be feeding the homeless a hot meal or tutoring students in the after-school program, helping attend to disasters as they strike, or manning an Angel Tree booth during Christmas. You can register as a volunteer with The Salvation Army Clarksville Campus, online at www.clarksvilletn.volunteerfirst.org. Volunteer with Manna Café Food Ministries. Manna Café serves hot meals and distributes non-perishable food to area Families and individuals. You can find more information at
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www.mannacafeministries.com. Collect and donate jackets to the homeless. If you’re shopping for a new coat, the chances are you have a spare. Instead of tucking it away in the back of your closet, where it will never see the light of day again, give it to someone who could use it. Get your friends, Family and neighbors involved. Cats Are Us needs volunteers for animal care, fundraising and more. Cats Are Us is a non-profit no-kill shelter that provides care and adoption services to over 150 cats and an occasional dog. You can find more information by calling (931) 241-7675 or email CatsAreUsTn@aol.com. Collect and donate items to a local animal rescue. Homeless pets could definitely use some love and attention during the holidays too! Do an internet search for animal rescue groups (in the town of your choice) and you’ll find more options than you can imagine exist. Become a student mentor. Share your learning and experience with a college student in your field. As a mentor, you decide the length of the mentorship and have the flexibility of meeting online or in-person. You can find more information at www.StudentMentor.org. Volunteer with Nature Abounds™. Nature Abounds™ is a national 501c3 non-profit organization that brings people together for a healthy planet. You can find more information at www.natureabounds.org or by emailing:info@natureabounds.org. Share your knowledge with a small business owner. Your professional skills can help small businesses grow and create jobs. You can find more information at www.MicroMentor.org. • Inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. Junior Achievement (JA) provides innovative financial literacy, work-readiness, and entrepreneurship education. They need volunteers to take career and life-skills into local class rooms. You can find more information at www.janash.com. • Be a hospice volunteer. Hospice care is a type of medical care provided to patients with terminal illnesses who generally
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have less than six months to live. It is characterized as a philosophy of care during the “end-of-life” and provides around-the-clock care. Volunteers can assist with reducing the stress and pressure on the patients and their Families, allowing them to make the most of their remaining time together. Check local listings to find hospice care organizations in your area. Many of the churches in this area have food banks or clothing distribution activities. If you are interested in volunteering with them, give one of the church offices a call and they’ll be able to direct you to a good point of contact.
Many volunteer opportunities are also appropriate for Family involvement, and remember, volunteers are needed year-round, not just for the holidays! When it comes to volunteering, the best gifts will come from your heart – not from your wallet.
Contact Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) for information on tracking your volunteer hours and the Volunteer Service Award. 6145 Desert Storm Avenue (inside DW Recreation Center) (270) 798-7858
Beating the Holiday Blues Perspective Management By Ramon M. Maisonet
As we approach the New Year, we are beginning a four-week period called “the holidays.” Some of us anticipate the joyous occasions of Family reunions, friends, fellowships, gift-exchanging and countless YouTube-worthy recorded videos.
Over-commercialization – the “holiday overdose” actually began after Halloween (and in a few cases, before,) with businesses putting up Christmas decorations and blitzing us with commercials, Black Fridays, Cyber Mondays and discounts galore! Though difficult, limiting your exposure to these activities can help ease with the annoyance of feeling “overwhelmed” with the retailerconsumer full-court press. The joy of others – whether it is your co-workers or your friends, those who are excited about the holidays are going to talk about Family reunions and the joy of visiting guests. If you are unable to be with Family and loved ones during this time, I suggest reaching out and offering yourself to joining their festivities (with friends that is–it may be an awkward conversation if you try this with your co-workers!). You may meet new people and the fellowship will keep you from focusing on yourself and things that may lead to depression.
Even with the anxiety of shopping, arranging houseguests and the financial burden that comes with purchasing (expensive) gifts, for some it is “the most wonderful time of the year.” For others, the holidays can serve as harsh realities of some very real life resentments, loneliness, painful past experiences and unpleasant reminders of how unhappy life can be. The depression and sadness during this period of the year is commonly known as the “holiday blues.” “Just as a puppy can be more of a challenge than a gift” once said John Clayton, “ so too can the holidays.” What makes one person rejoice during this time is the very thing that can make another person sad. Typical sources of holiday sadness can include a variety of things, however, I’m going to go off the beaten path of holiday advice and share what I think are things that could be affecting you this holiday season that you may not be aware of:
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Painful past – run-ins with relatives, friends and old flames in the past may have left you with some serious grievances and resentments. What is important to understand is that resentment has no benefit because it keeps us trapped in a negative cycle of wasted time and anti-productive behavior. Instead, I suggest that you seek to forgive and let it go. It will be better for your health and wellness during this season. If you choose not to be around people this holiday season, that’s ok as well. If you are going to go at it alone, know that there are no specific rules for how you should spend your holidays. Consider the following:
Maybe you take yourself to an internet café or Starbucks and try out the Salted Caramel Mocha Frappuccino! Speaking of drinks, it is a known fact that the holidays and alcohol quite often go hand in hand. If you find yourself bummed out and depressed, trying to “drink away” depression will only lead to enhanced depression. Why? Because alcohol is a depressant. So, let’s stick to the Frappuccinos, my friend. Finally, consider volunteering in your community. Why? Because helping others is a great way to help boost a bad mood. The holidays are really about giving to others—volunteering provides an opportunity to shift your focus from feelings of despair to the needs of others. Remember, no matter what is (or isn’t) happening in your life right now, if you look hard enough, you can find something to be grateful for. If you purposely take inventory of the positive things that are happening for you right now, it can go a long way in helping you keep those depressing thoughts at bay. Ultimately, the goal during the holidays, as with any time of the year, is to live and enjoy the present. Find a reason to celebrate, have fun with yourself and allow yourself to be in the good company of other people. How this holiday season turns out for you all depends on how you choose to see it. In other words, at the end of the day, the holidays are what you decide to make of it.
Traditions – if customary holiday traditions are driving you bonkers, then start some new ones. Maybe you pack a bag and let the top down on your convertible (insert car model here) and go somewhere for the weekend. Maybe you treat yourself to a movie and get the jumbo sized (insert favorite junk food items here).
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This ‘n That
Fort Campbell Holiday Worship Schedule Supplied by the Chaplain’s Office
The Fort Campbell Chaplains have many services planned for the holidays and they hope that you will find one to enjoy. Post Wide Thanksgiving Service November 27 at 12 p.m. Liberty Chapel, 3111 Bastogne Avenue
New Years Eve Watch Night Service December 31 at 10 p.m. Hope Chapel, 7514 Headquarters Loop Road
Post Wide Christmas Celebration “Candles, Carols & Bells” Traditional Christmas Service December 22 at 7 p.m. Liberty Chapel, 3111 Bastogne Avenue
Orthodox Service
Protestant Services
Soldiers Chapel, 5875 30th & Desert Storm Avenue
“Joy to the World” December 15 at 11 a.m. Memorial Chapel, 3934 Indiana Avenue
Thanksgiving Day Mass November 28 at 10 a.m.
New Years Eve Watch Night Service December 31 at 10 p.m. Community Chapel, 6721 A Shau Valley Road
Jewish Service “Story of Hanukkah” November 22 at 6 p.m. Religious Education Center, 3203 Indiana Avenue
December 21 at 10 a.m. Liberty Chapel, 3111 Bastogne Avenue
Catholic Services
Immaculate Conception (HDO) December 9 at 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. Vigil Christmas Eve Mass (Children) December 24 at 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Midnight Mass December 24 at 11 p.m.
Samoan Pentecostal Services
Christmas Day Mass December 25 at 10 a.m.
Christmas Eve Service December 24 at 7 p.m. Hope Chapel, 7514 Headquarters Loop Road
Mary, Mother of God (HDO) January 1 at 10 a.m.
Fort Campbell Chaplain’s Office (270) 798-6124 www.campbell.army.mil/campbell/chaplain
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