Belvoir Buzz Magazine - Fall 2011

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Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation NAF Resource Manager Kim Mills Marketing Director Debra Taylor Sponsorship and Advertising Coordinator Janice Washington-Brim Marketing Specialist Mary Horning Marketing Specialist, Graphics and Layout Molly Baker

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Active duty military personnel, their family and guests, reservists, all retired military, all DoD civilian employees and their family members, all retired DoD civilian employees and their families in the U.S., DoD contracted employees or technical representatives affiliated with Fort Belvoir, all employees of military banking facilities and credit unions working full time at Fort Belvoir.

The Belvoir Buzz, a free publication, is published four times a year with 7,000 copies distributed around Fort Belvoir and in MWR facilities. All program dates, times and fees printed in The Belvoir Buzz are subject to change without notice. Advertisements in The Belvoir Buzz do not constitute DoD, Army, or Federal Government endorsement of the advertiser. The Belvoir Buzz is also available online at www.belvoirmwr.com.

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The Belvoir Buzz — November and December 2011

MWR Leisure Guide to Fort Belvoir November ~ December 2011, VOL. 09 / No. 4

Table of Contents Clubs...............................................................................4 Officers’ Club Child, Youth & School Services.......................................5 Program Information Youth Center SKIESUnlimited Youth Sports and Fitness Army Community Service...............................................13 Survivor Outreach Survices (SOS) Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) Employment Readiness Program (ERP) Army Family Team Building (AFTB) Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Financial Readiness Program (FRP) Mobilization/Deployment/Family Readiness (MOB/DEP/FR) Relocation Readiness Program Recreation......................................................................25 Arts and Crafts and Automotive Shop Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Bowling Center Community Center/Leisure and Travel Services Fitness Centers Golf Outdoor Recreation Pools Van Noy Library Hours of Operation/Contact Numbers...........................38

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Clubs Clubs

Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club Building 20, 5500 Schulz Circle Telephone: 703.780.0930 Reservations: Ext. 600

The Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club is an elegant building with breathtaking views of the Potomac River, but there is so much more to enjoy than just the beautiful scenery!

Visit www.belvoirmwr.com to find a full list of benefits and a membership application. Membership is open to all Officers and DoD civilians equivalent to GS–7 and NF–3 and above.

Thanksgiving Day Buffet / November 24 / 11 am & 2 pm Enjoy our Thanksgiving Day feast with your family. There will be two seatings, at 11 am and 2 pm. $29.95 for members with pre-paid reservations; $30.95 for non-members with pre-paid reservations; $14 for children 6–12 years old; free for children 5 & under.

Brunch with Santa / December 11 / 10 am–1:30 pm Santa visits from 11:30 am–12:30 pm. Pre-paid reservations are required - make yours today. Remember to bring a camera for a photo with Santa!

New Year’s Eve Gala / December 31 / 6 pm–1 am Only $80 per person includes a gourmet dinner, live band, champagne and continental breakfast. Dinner starts at 6 pm; pre-paid reservation required.

Make Your Holidays an Event to Remember Holidays, parties, holidays, parties...have you booked your holiday party yet? Call the catering department and they’ll do all the hard work for you.

For all reservations and catering information, please call 703.780.0930.

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Child, Youth & School Services Building 950, 9500 Barlow Road Telephone: 703.806.0791

Child,Youth & School Services

CYSS offers various programs to support children and families with child care, recreation, socialization and child development for children of all ages. The Child Development Centers (CDCs) offer full day and hourly child care programs for ages 6 weeks–5 years old. School Age Center (SAC) offers a variety of care, including part day preschool and full day, hourly, and before and after school care for school age children. The Family Child Care (FCC) program offers full day, hourly, before and after school and extended hours care for ages 6 weeks–12 years old. The Youth Center (YC) offers an afterschool middle school program, open recreation, health, fitness and social opportunities for 6th grade and up.

Child Development Centers (CDC’s) Army CYSS Programs have been described as “a model for the nation,” and they do the best to deserve that accolade! All of the centers are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The rates are competitive with other programs of comparable quality. Hourly care is also available at South Post CDC Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:30 pm. Reservations may be made up to four weeks in advance. If you want to know about the daily lesson plans, schedules and routines, child growth and development issues, or what constitutes a quality day care experience for children, just ask!

CYS registration is required. Contact 703.806.0791 for registration and enrollment information today, or visit www.belvoirmwr.com/cys.

Strong Beginnings Pre-K This program targets school readiness by focusing on social, emotional, academic and physical development children preparing to enter kindergarten. Students’ progress is reported to parents to ensure that they’re reaching expected school readiness goals. During a typical morning, students focus on Mathematics, Language/Literacy, Science/Technology or Social Studies; they engage in fun interactive learning stations for Creative Expression, Art, Woodworking, Cooking, Water/Sand and Music/Movement. Contact Parent Central Services for registration and enrollment information at 703.806.0791. www.belvoirmwr.com

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Child, Youth & School Services Building 950, 9500 Barlow Road Telephone: 703.806.0791

Child, Youth & School Services

Markham School Age Center (SAC) SAC complements the school day with a state-of-the-art computer lab and homework center to ensure support with school assignments. During the school year, SAC offers part day preschool and prekindergarten programs for children 3–5 years old. The curriculum emphasizes physical well-being, language usage, attentiveness, imagination, world knowledge, social and emotional development.

Family Time Computer Lab at Markham SAC Open on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of every month from 9:30 am–1:30 pm. For details, call 703.805.9100.

Family Child Care (FCC) Choosing child care is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. Child care should fit a parent’s idea about parenting and learning, as well as their child care needs. The Family Child Care program at Belvoir complies with Army regulations (AR 60810) and offers a safe, home like environment, professionally trained providers, nutritious meals and snacks, smaller ratios, Creative Curriculum Standards of Learning and multiple child care options that meet regular and mission readiness child care requirements.

For registration, enrollment or additional information, contact Parent Central Services at 703.806.0791.

Army Child Care in Your Neighborhood (ACCYN) The U.S. Army and the National Association of Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) have joined forces to help Army Families find and pay for quality off-post child care through Army Child Care in Your Neighborhood (ACCYN). Army Families eligible for the program are active duty Army, Army DoD civilians, active duty Army Guard & Reserve. The goal of this project is to ensure civilian child care programs provide care to Army Families that are comparable in quality and cost to Army operated on-post spaces.

For more info, contact NACCRRA by calling 800.424.2246 or visit them online at www.naccrra.org.

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The Belvoir Buzz — November and December 2011

Child, Youth & School Services Building 950, 9500 Barlow Road Telephone: 703.806.0791

CYSS Registration is FREE Registration is required to participate in all CYSS programs and it’s FREE. To help facilitate the registration process, please contact the Parent Central Services office at 703.806.0791 to find out what documentation is needed.

Child,Youth & School Services

Eligibility Requirements for CYSS Programs Open to current DoD personnel—active duty, retiree and DoD civilians. CYSS fees are on a sliding scale based on income. Note: retirees are only eligible for our sports and SKIES Unlimited programs. Call 703.805.9118 for more info.

School Support Services The School Liaison Office works in conjunction with CYSS and the local school community to address educational issues involving military children. The SLO uses a variety of resources to provide assistance with issues concerning student transition and educational needs. The School Liaison Officer is Mary Jo Chapman and can be reached at 703.805.9119.

Fairfax County Public Schools serving Fort Belvoir

Belvoir Elementary School: http://www.fcps.edu/FtBelvoirES

Woodlawn Elementary School: www.fcps.edu/WoodlawnES

Whitman Middle School: http://www.fcps.edu/WhitmanMS

Mount Vernon High School: http://www.fcps.edu/MtVernonHS Surrounding County Websites

Prince William County: www.PWCS.edu

Stafford County: www.stafford.schoolfusion.us Tutor.com Free homework help available 24/7! This program is provided by the DoD. Go to www.tutor.com/military/get-access to see a complete list of who is eligible to access the program.

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Child, Youth & School Services Building 950, 9500 Barlow Road Telephone: 703.806.0791

Child, Youth & School Services

it takes to compete in the work world? If so, Hired! Apprenticeship Program is for you. CYSS teens, 15–18 years of age, must commit to working 15 hours for 12 weeks along with completing workshops designed to prepare you for job searching! You can choose two terms per year from the fall, winter, spring and summer terms. For additional information contact Wendy O’Sullivan, 703.805.4515.

Hired! Workshops - November & December Held on Wednesday’s from 4–5 pm covering Workforce-Preparation (resumes, applications, job searching, interviewing) and Post-Secondary Education Exploration (interest inventories, exploring jobs, college/scholarship exploration, career portfolios).

The EDGE! Do you have what it takes to be a chef? Want to get your creative wheels spinning? Need to get in shape for an upcoming sport? Join in the fun and get the after school EDGE! CYSS partners with various MWR Activities to offer exciting after school activities for middle and high school aged youth (6th–12th grade). EDGE! program activities are offered between 3–6 pm. Please call 703.805.1906 for more information.

Night Out South Post CDC offers Saturday evening childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years who are registered with CYS Services. Tickets are $20 per child and includes a light meal. No money is taken at the door and there are no refunds.

• Parents’ Night Out: November 12, December 10 / 5–10 pm Call 703.806.4344 for more information • Kids’ Night Out: November 12, December 10 / 5–10 pm Call 703.805.9100 for more information

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Youth Center 5850 Langfitt Loop Telephone: 703.805.4515

Youth Center Open Recreation / Free For middle and high school youth! Registration is required, 706.806.0791 or 703.805.4515.

Monday–Thursday: 1–7 pm FREE Friday: 1–9 pm Saturdays: 12–9 pm Youth Center Activity Calendar Listed here are only select activities throughout the quarter; please call the YC for more information & times.

Child,Youth & School Services

Youth Services offers a variety of programs offering youth opportunities in life skills, citizenship, leadership, leisure, arts, mentoring and support services.

• November 3: Hired! Workshop - Interviewing II • November 5: Smart Girls - Spa Day • November 11: Guitar Hero Karaoke • November 12: Double Feature Movie Night • November 17: Hired! Workshop - Creating your Career Portfolio • November 18: Fitness Challenge • November 19: Healthy Habits • November 25: Indoor Hockey • November 26: Roller Skating • December 1: Hired! Workshop - Who are You? Interest Inventory • December 2: WII Dance-Off • December 3: Holiday Fun - Healthy Habits, Jewelry & Movie • December 8: Hired! Workshop - This is Your Life!

• December 9: Holiday Fun - Card Making, Musical Chairs & Karaoke • December 10: Indoor Soccer • December 15: Hired! Workshop - Inspiring Career Websites • December 16: Santa’s Winter Wonderland - Take a picture with Santa!

• December 17: Make a Gift of Sweet Treats • December 23: Pool Tournament

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SIGN UP TODAY! SCHOOL of ARTS Piano Lessons Ages: 6-18 years Cost: $100 per month Days: Monday & Thursday Time: Call for times Preschool Ballet/Jazz 1 Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Tuesday Time: 1 pm-1:45 pm

Preschool Ballet/Jazz 2 Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Tuesday Time: 1:45 pm-2:30 pm

Preschool Ballet/Jazz 3 Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Thursday Time: 1 pm-1:45 pm

Preschool Ballet/Tap 1 Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Thursday Time: 10 am-10:45 am Preschool Ballet/Tap 3 Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Saturday Time: 9:30 am-10:15 am

Preschool Ballet/Jazz 4 Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Thursday Time: 1:45 pm-2:30 pm

Preschool Ballet/Tap 2 Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Thursday Time: 10:45 am-11:30 am Preschool Ballet/Tap 4 Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Saturday Time: 10:15 am-11 am

Kinder Ballet/Tap Ages: 5-6 years Cost: $55 Kinder Jazz/Hip Hop Days: Saturday Time: 11 am-12 pm Ages: 5-6 years Cost: $55 per month Kinder Ballet/Jazz Days: Wednesday Ages: 5-6 years Time: 5 pm-6 pm Cost: $55 per month Days: Monday Time: 3:30 pm-4:30 pm

SKIESUnlimited Instructors needed, call 703-805-9146.

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CALL 703-805-9146 Beginning School Age Tap Ages: 6-12 years Cost: $45 per month Days: Saturday Time: 12 pm-12:45 pm

Beginning School Age Jazz Ages: 6-8 years Cost: $55 per month Days: Monday Time: 4:30 pm-5:30 pm

Kindermusik Ages: 18-36 months Cost: $210 per 16 weeks Days: Thursday Time: 10 am-10:45 pm Kindermusik Ages: 18-36 months Cost: $100 per 8 weeks Days: Tuesday Time: 10:30 am-11:15 am

School Age Jazz/Dance Team Ages: 9-12 years Cost: $55 per month Days: Wednesday Time: 7 pm-8 pm

Kindermusik Ages: 18-36 months Cost: $100 per 8 weeks Days: Tuesday Time: 9:30 am-10:15 am

Kindermusik Ages: 18-36 months Cost: $100 per 8 weeks Days: Tuesday Time: 10:30 am-11:15 am

Child & Youth Services

Beginning School Age Ballet Ages: 6-8 years Cost: $55 Days: Wednesday Time: 6 pm-7 pm

Kindermusik Ages: 18-36 months Cost: $100 per 8 weeks Days: Tuesday Time: 9:30 am-10:15 am

SCHOOL of SPORTS

Karate Ages: 6-18 years Lil Dragons Karate Cost: $55 Ages: 3-5 years Days: Monday & Thursday Cost: $40 per month Time: Call for times Days: Saturday Time: Call for times Taekwondo Ages: 6-18 years Cost: $55 per month Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: Call for times

For more information on SKIES classes, call 703-805-9146. www.belvoirmwr.com

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Youth Sports and Fitness 9500 Barlow Road, Building 950 Telephone: 703.805.9139 Registration: 703.806.0791 Wrestling Ages: 5-15 years Enrollment: Through Nov 11 Cost: $60 Season: November - March House Basketball Enrollment: Through Nov 30 Ages: 5-15 years Cost: $55 Season: January - April Select Basketball Ages: 9-18 years Tryouts: TBA Cost: $85 Season: December - March Cheer Basketball Ages: 5-15 years Enrollment: Through Nov 30 Cost: $55 Season: January - April Smart Start Basketball Current immunization records required Ages: 3-5 years Enrollment: Nov 14 - Dec 23 Cost: $20 Season: January - February Smart Start Sports Development Current immunization records required Ages: 3-5 years Enrollment: Nov 14 - Dec 23 Cost: $20 Season: January - February

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Run for Your Health This program promotes physical fitness and wellness for children in the Fort Belvoir community. Those eligible are Active Duty personnel children (17 years & under); children of retirees(17 years & under); DoD civilians children (17 years & under). All participants must register at Parent Central Services, 703.806.0791. For additional questions, contact 703.805.9138.

Become a Sports Volunteer CYSS Youth Sports program is looking for volunteers to help as Sports Coaches, Assistant Coaches, as well as general volunteers that could work concessions, time clock, keep score etc. Please call the Youth Sports Office for details, 703.805.9139/1257.

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Army Community Service 9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200 Telephone: 703.805.4590

ACS assists the military community by developing, coordinating and delivering services which help promote self-reliance, resiliency and stability during war and peace. ACS classes and training are designed to equip Soldiers and Families with the skills, knowledge and support needed to face the challenges of military life.

Information & Referral Program Telephone: 703.805.5056/4590 Information & Referral Program The I&R Program maintains an integrated resource file of sources of service to which personnel may be referred. Referral procedures are used when it is not possible to provide immediate direct assistance.

Follow-up procedures are provided to ensure that needs have been met.

The SOS mission is to educate the community about the SOS Program and advocate on behalf of all Families who have suffered the loss of a Soldier. They strive to build a unified support program which embraces and reassures Survivors that they are continually linked to the Army Family for as long as they desire through resouces, to include support groups, newsletters and social activities.

Upcoming Classes & Groups For reservations or more 703.805.1827/4590.

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Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) Army Volunteer Corps Program 9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200 Telephone: 703.805.4152 E-mail: Faitheleen.Henderson.civ@mail.mil

The Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) is input from the people of the Army to Army leadership. It’s a unique Army process that allows Soldiers and families say what’s working, what isn’t and what could work. Many AFAP improvements impact quality of life for all services.

Thinking About Becoming an AFAP Delegate?

If you are a Soldier, retiree, civilian, family member–active, guard or reserve–you can be a delegate! Delegates represent the Army Family, review and prioritize all submitted issues, select three most important issues and recommend solutions.

Army Community Service

2011 AFAP Symposium / November 3–4 The Symposium will take place at Barden Education Center. Contact the AFAP office for more information.

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Army Volunteer Corps Program At its heart, AVC transforms communities and impacts people’s lives. There are many reasons to be a volunteer—meet new people, help others, serve the community, gain work experience and more. Whatever the reason, volunteers do make an impact. To become a volunteer, please contact the AVC Manager, at 703.805.4152.

The Belvoir Buzz — November and December 2011

Employment Readiness Program 9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200 Telephone: 703.805.2605

The ERP provides information for career/life planning and job search development. Eligibility: Active duty military, reserve components and their family members, DoD civilians and military service retirees and their family members. Call 703.805.4590 to register for the orientation/workshops/seminars and to access the many career and employment services of the program.

ACS Career Academy / Training Classes for 2011 Increase your income potential through job skill training. These training classes in 2011: Computer Skills, Administrative Assistant, Human Resources Internships, Respite Care Provider, Allied Health Careers, Medical Administrative Fields, Billing and Coding Fields.

Free tuition may be available and some classes may be online.

November November 3: Federal Employment & Resume Prep, 9 am–noon November 4: Basic Computer Skills, 10 am–noon November 17: Kelly Recruiting Session, 9 am–2 pm November 21: ADECCO Recruiting Session, 10 am–2 pm

Army Community Service

Employment Readiness Orientation / Tuesdays, 12:45–2:30 pm Overview of local area employment topics, from federal jobs to resume assistance. Registration required; call 703.805.4590.

December December 8: Federal Employment & Resume Prep, 9 am–noon December 9: Basic Computer Skills, 10 am–noon December 15: Kelly Recruiting Session, 9 am–2 pm December 19: ADECCO Recruiting Session, 10 am–noon

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Army Family Team Building (AFTB) 9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200 Telephone: 703.805.1150

AFTB offers 34 FREE classes assisting military Families, (to include all branches active or reserve, DoD civilians, retirees, and Family members) in understanding and thriving within the Army and military. AFTB provides unit training and individual classes or concept blocks upon request. Classes are held in the ACS Classroom, Bldg. 200.

AFTB Program Manager (POC) Colandra Sealey: colandra.a.sealey2.ctr@mail.mil

Army Community Service

AFTB Level II Concept Block Wednesday–Thursday, November 16–17, 9:30 am–12:30 pm Level II presents 14 courses including: Building a Cohesive Team, Managing Group Conflict, Leader Assisted Problem Solving, Communication Skills for Leaders, Leadership Styles and more.

AFTB Level III Wednesday–Thursday, December 7–8, 9:30 am–3:30 pm Level III presents 10 courses including: courses including: Managing Group Conflict, Leadership Styles, Coaching and Mentoring, Understanding Needs and more.

ACS Instructor Training Course Call for next available date.

This course teaches techniques needed to become an effective and certified Army Community Service instructor.

Some topics covered are classtoom management and various instruction methods.

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Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200 Telephone: 703.805.1835

EFMP provides support to military Families with special needs.

The program offers activities for children enrolled in the program.

EFMP Autism/Aspergers & ADD/ADHD Parent Coffee November 18, December 16 / 10–12 pm An opportunity to meet other EFM families, who share similar situations, in an informal setting and share helpful tips. For more info, call Lisa Heck at 703.805.2967 or Frannie Packard at 703.805.5435.

EFMP Bowling / November 12, December 17 EFMP Families bowl for free from 1–3 pm. Enrollment required and limited openings; call 703.805.1835 or stop by ACS to register.

EFMP Science Club / December 10 From 10 am–12 pm EFMs can conduct a science experiment with a parent; call to sign-up.

EFMP Sibling Club / December 10 A great opportunity for EFM siblings to engage in activities with other siblings. From 10 am–12 pm; call or visit ACS to sign-up.

Army Community Service

EFMP Workshop / November 17, December 1 From 6:30–8:30 pm the group provides support to parents of children with special needs; call 703.805.1835 to sign-up.

EFMP Open Swim / Saturdays through June The enrolled Family member and a caregiver swim free during open swim, 1–5 pm. A pass is required—call for details.

EFMP Friday Family Night Out / December 2 At ACS, from 5–7 pm, families with EFMs—birth to 18 years—get together for a comfortable evening of activities and a pot luck. Call 703.805.1835 to sign up.

Adult EFM Coffee / November 9, December 14 An important opportunity for adults with disabilities to socialize in an informal setting. For more info, please call 703.805.2967/5435. www.belvoirmwr.com

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Family Advocacy Program (FAP) 9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200 Telephone: 703.805.2693

Sexual Assault Response Coordinator /Victim Advocacy Program EMERGENCY, 24-Hour Number: 703.919.0986

The objectives of FAP are to prevent spouse and child abuse, to encourage the reporting of all instances of such abuse, to ensure the prompt assessment and investigation of all abuse cases, to protect victims of abuse, and to treat all Family members affected by or involved in abuse. FAP also provides education services.

All classes have childcare available; pre-registration is required.

Love & Logic Parenting FREE November 1, 8, 15 from 5:30–7:30 pm Provides simple and practical techniques to help parents reduce stress while raising responsible children.

Army Community Service

Single Parent Support Group November 21, December 21 from 5:30–7:30 pm An opportunity for single parents to share challenges, resources and strengths of being a single parent.

Play Morning Every Tuesday from 10 am–12 pm Offers a stimulating play environment focusing on development and socialization. Sessions vary, call ahead for details.

Active Parenting Now November 22 & 29, December 6 & 13 Parents with children ages 5–11 learn how to improve communication skills with their children.

Life Skills for Teens November 17, December 15 from 3:30–5 pm Specifically designed for teens to obtain valuable information and skills necessary to make informed decisions about different situations.

Stress Management & Holiday Stress Management November 3 & December 8 from 1–3 pm Keep your cool during stressful times! These classes offer information and insight about stress and stress management.

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Financial Readiness Program (FRP) 9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200 Telephone: 703.805.2606/1833

FRP offers educational classes to develop financial skills in a variety of areas and to build wealth. They also provide one-on-one financial counseling to assist with personal finances.

Upcoming Classes All classes held at the ACS building; call 703.805.4590 to register.

November November 1: Better Money Management, 1–3 pm November 3: First Termers Money Management, 8 am–4 pm November 3: Score More with Good Credit, 1–3 pm November 10: Dollars and Sense, 1–3 pm November 16: Car Buying & Leasing, 1–3 pm November 17: Financial Services & Account Management, 1–3 pm

Mobilization/Deployment/ Family Readiness (MOB/DEP/FR) 9800 Belvoir Road, Bldg 200 Telephone: 703.805.1834

Army Community Service

December December 1: First Termers Money Management,

8 am–4 pm December 6: Identity Theft, 12–1 pm December 7: Baby Bundles, 10 am–12 pm December 8: Consumer Rights & Obligations, 1–3 pm December 14: Liquidating your Debts, 1–3 pm

Mob/D’s goal is to support the Soldier before, during and after deployment, as well as to educate their Family to be self-reliant, resilient and connecting them with resources. This program is also responsible for education and support of Family Readiness Groups (FRG) in and around the Fort Belvoir installation.The Casualty Response (CARE) Team is also available through the Mob/D office.

Monthly Workshops Call for upcoming workshops and roundtables. www.belvoirmwr.com

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Relocation Readiness Program 9800 Belvoir Road, Bldg 200 Telephone: 703.805.5058

The Relocation Readiness Program provides relocation counseling, a lending closet and other services. Military Homefront, www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil, is the official DoD site for reliable quality of life information. With the exception of the monthly Newcomers’ Orientation, all classes require advance reservations. All classes and activities take place at ACS. Newcomers’ Orientation November 7, December 5 from 9–11 am On the first working Monday of each month the Garrison and support agencies welcome newcomers with helpful information. No registration necessary.

Army Community Service

Welcome to Germany November 17, December 15 from 9:30–10:30 am Gather essential information on preparing to move to Germany.

Welcome to Korea December 22 from 1:30–2:30 pm Gather essential information on preparing to move to Korea.

Hearts Apart November 17, December 15 A supportive group setting for waiting families. Free childcare provided with advance notice.

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Arts and Crafts & Auto Shop— The Kawamura Arts & Crafts Center 9290 Gunston Road, Building 1462 Frame Shop Telephone: 703.806.4655 Auto Shop Telephone: 703.806.4088 Class Info & Registration: 703.806.4647

Accomplished or up-and-coming artists and crafts people can develop their artistic skills or discover new ones in the The Kawamura Arts & Craft Center. It houses the MWR Frame Shop, Wood Shop and Auto Shop. The Frame Shop offers custom framing—you can do your own framing, take a class or have it done for you! Plaques, flag boxes, shadow boxes, shadow frames and engraving services are also available. The Multi-Craft Area offers stained glass classes and jewelry classes. The Wood Shop offers a woodworking safety class and the capabilities of pen and bowl turning on a lathe, furniture, toy, ornament, deskplate construction and more. The Automotive Shop offers bays for doing your work, a safety class and basic automotive maintenance classes.

Automotive Maintenance Classes If you’re interested in learning how to better maintain your vehicle, Auto Skills offers a comprehensive series of classes; for a specific list of training classes and days offered, call 703.763.6676.

Woodshop Safety Classes Call for upcoming dates and times.

Framing Class Schedule Basic framing techniques are taught the 3rd Saturday of the month from 8 am–noon. $60 includes an 8 x 10 kit containing a picture, mat board, foam core, glass, moulding and mounting materials.

Jewelry Class Schedule Call 703.806.4655 for dates and times. Each class is $35 with a $15 supply fee to instructor.

• Earrings Workshop • Jewelry Basics Class • Cha-Cha Bracelet Class • Wire Basics Class www.belvoirmwr.com

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Multi-Craft Classes For more information and to register, call 703.806.4655.

• Stained Glass • Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain • Pen Turning • Glass Mosaics • Photography • Sewing & Quilting

Arts and Crafts & Auto Shop— Better Opportunities for The Kawamura Community Center Single Soldiers (BOSS) 9290 Gunston Road, Building 1462 Abbott Road, Building 2115 Main Telephone: 703.806.4655 Telephone: 703.806.5225 Auto Telephone: 703.806.4088

The BOSS Support Center offers a place for socializing and recreating with fellow service members. If you just need a place to relax there are large screen TVs, DVD Players w/ DVD Library, Wi-Fi, Gaming systems w/ Game Library, and pool table.

BOSS Council Meetings Takes place on the first and third Friday of the month at 9:30 am in the BOSS Support Center.

BOSS Event Planning Meetings Takes place on the second and fourth Friday of the month at 9:30 am in the BOSS Support Center.

Volunteer Opportunities Help out! BOSS participates in several volunteer events monthly; check out our Facebook page or email ftbelvoirboss@gmail.com if you are interested in joining our BOSS Volunteer Team!

Recreation and Leisure The first Tuesday of every month is movie night at the BOSS Support Center. Game night takes place the fourth Thursday of every month. We have several Recreation and Leisure events occuring monthly outside of the BOSS Support Center.

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Quality of Life Quality of life issues are addressed bi-monthly during BOSS Council Meetings and addressed once received. Fort Belvoir BOSS Team also hosts monthly quality of life dinners at area restaurants.

Free BOSS Bowling / December 2 From 9 pm–midnight all single service members and geographical bachelors/ettes can enjoy free unlimited bowling and shoes! Must RSVP to participate.

FREE

BOSS Dinner / December 9 Free dinner at Hooters in Potomac Mills for all single service members and Geographical Bachelors/ettes.

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Bowling Center 5975 Middleton Road, Building 1199 Telephone: 703.805.2991

Come experience the recently remodeled Fort Belvoir Bowling Center. Featuring our all new one hundred inch video projection systems, enhanced cosmic lighting package and much more! In your busy life there is enough stress, so our birthday party options make planning your child’s special day hassle free. The Strike Zone Eatery has a variety of tasty choices and homemade daily specials on weekdays. Try our new flame-broiled burger that everyone’s talking about! Join us on Friday and Saturday nights for Cosmic Bowling, a party atmosphere that can be enjoyed by everyone!

Holiday Parties & Catering Want a fun and unique holiday party? Look no further than the Bowling Center! Customer catering is available for your party.

Office Teambuilding Book your office teambuilding party here! We have several different packages available, including food, bowling and shoes.

Group Functions and Birthday Parties Leave the mess here! We take care of the party for you so you can enjoy your special event. We offer several birthday party and group packages. Call 703.805.2991 for availability and options.

Cosmic Saturdays Cosmic bowling starts at 12:30 pm. From 10 am–5pm is $3.75 per person per game. From 5–midnight it’s $5.00 per person per game.

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New Menu at The Strike Zone Eatery Try some of our new food choices, including baked potatoes, shrimp, crab cakes and much more.

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Fort Belvoir Community Center Building 1200, Taylor Road Center Telephone: 703.805.3714

The Fort Belvoir Community Center is the information headquarters for Fort Belvoir recreation resources, and includes the Leisure Travel Services (LTS) Office.

Instructional Programs, Classes, and Workshops Drum Classes/Conga Classes: $75 per month, per person.

Guitar Classes/ Piano Classes: $75 per month, per person.

Yoga: $8 per class (pay-as-you-go), per person every Monday. Do not eat 2–3 hours before class, wear comfy clothes, bring a yoga mat.

Pro Tools 101 Training: $150 per week sessions. Cut your own demo, produce your own podcast, record & edit your music at home.

Attend these workshops 3 days a week for 1.5 hour sessions and learn introductory skills to use this software program in your recording and editing projects.

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Ballroom Rental Planning an event and need a great venue? The Community Center hosts weddings, birthdays, retirement ceremonies and meetings.

Book your event soon; call 703.805.3714 for pricing and details.

Leisure Travel Service (LTS) Office Located in the Community Center, the LTS Office is the one-stop shop for all of your leisure travel needs. If you are looking for a weekend getaway, discounted tickets, discounted hotels, or a trip to far off lands—look no further. Their personalized services provide you with tickets, tours, information, and more.

Vacations LTS has many great working relationships with a variety of travel companies and resorts around the world. Military discounted rates are available to active duty, retirees, DOD civilians, reservists and family members accompanied with a military ID card. Visit Armed Forces Vacation Club, www.AFVClub.com, for great deals.

Log on and use installation #189 for all current rates and specials.

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hotels and motels in the area and throughout the country. Below is a sampling of discounted tickets available for area attractions at the LTS Office.

• Baltimore Aquarium • Spy Museum • Sesame Place, PA • AMC Movie Tickets • Colonial Williamsburg • Luray Caverns • Tourmobile Sightseeing • Jamestown/Yorktown Combo • The Newseum • Madame Tussauds • Mount Vernon Estate & Garden • Amusement Parks Cruises Let the staff at the LTS Office plan a cruise for you. From the Carribean to the Mediterranean, your cruise options are endless! Military specials start as low as $299 per person. Call 703.805.3714 to get sailing on an exciting cruise vacation.

Special Deals Anheuser-Busch: Saluting our Armed Forces and Their Families Throughout 2011, members of the military and up to three direct dependents may enter any one of Anheuser-Busch’s SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission; just register at Herosalute.com.

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Government Vacation Rewards Includes two vacation certificates: 7-Night stay at a fabulous resort • Thousands of possible worldwide destinations 7-Day Standard Cruise for two • All major cruise lines • Retail $2,495 For more info, visit www.RegistryVacations.com Disney Armed Forces Salute Walt Disney World resort salutes the U.S. Military with a discount 4-Day Ticket. Active, Reservist and Retired U.S. Military personnel may purchase up to six of the 4-Day Disney Armed Forces Salute tickets for $135 per ticket. www.belvoirmwr.com

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Fort Belvoir Community Center Building 1200, Taylor Road Center Telephone: 703.805.3714

Patch & Crest Military Insignia Show / November 6 Join us for a Military Insignia Fair, where you can buy, sell, trade or collect various Military Memorabilia from all over the world and from every imaginable era. Vendors set up between 6–8am; event runs from 8 am–1pm.

NYC Excursion / December 3 Spend a fun-filled day in fabulous New York City! Whether it’s shopping for the holidays, taking in a show on Broadway or wandering the city streets of the Big Apple, New York offers something for everybody! Cost is $45.00 per person for transportation; the bus departs from the Community Center at 8 am and returns around 11:30 pm.

Phone Home for the Holidays / December 10 Stop by the Community Center between 4–7pm to get into the holiday spirit with fun and games. Santa Claus will make an appearance!

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Dueling Pianos / January 28 Mark your calendars today for this one! Acclaimed musicians present an interactice, all request, high energy comedy music show. $7 for tickets purchased in advance and $10 at the door. Cash bar and free hors d’oeuvres.

NEW LTS Hours starting DECEMBER 1, 2011 Through November 30, the hours remain: Monday–Saturday: 8 am to 7:30 pm Sunday: 8 am to 5:30 pm Veteran’s Day: 9 am to 5:30 pm Thanksgiving: CLOSED Starting December 1, the hours are: Monday–Saturday: 11 am–7:30 pm Sunday: 12 pm–5:30 pm CLOSED all federal holidays except Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day.

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Fitness Centers

Graves Fitness Center Abbott Road, Building 2116; 703.806.5368 The Body Shop 12th Street, Building 1023; 703.806.3100 Specker Field House 12th Street, Building 1182 Wells Field House Goethal Road, Building 1810; 703.806.5093

Here’s to your health! Come try a class or just work out.

Intramural Sports To register your unit, contact the Intramural Coordinator, Geneva Martin, at 703.806.5093.

• Table Tennis Championship: November 14–17 • Basketball Program: December 5–February 10 Functional Fitness Training Program FREE The goal of this program is to develop operational fitness for military and civilian personnel. These free sixty minute sessions are designed to improve mobility, strength and energy—and to exceed the standard military fitness program. The program works the body as an integrated unit instead of isolating specific body parts. Sessions are held at Specker field house; for more information call 703.806.5368/3100.

Turkey Trot 10K & 5K / November 19 Registration is $20; awards for first place in each age group. For more information or to register contact 703.806.5368.

Ongoing Aerobics Program Various classes are offered each week. Each session is $64 for 10 weeks of unlimited access or $5 per class.

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Walking & Hiking for Fitness Free program, running through November 10, that aims to improve cardio endurance, flexibility, weight loss and strength. If you miss the fall session, watch for it again in spring 2012.

FREE

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Golf Beulah Road, Building 2910 Telephone: 703.806.5878 Web site: www.belvoirgolf.com

Fort Belvoir’s Golf Club welcomes all eligible MWR patrons! The club features two 18-hole championship golf courses. The clubhouse offers an inviting place to relax and enjoy great food and drink after a round of golf, while providing beautiful views of the surrounding natural setting. The clubhouse offers a buffet lunch Monday through Friday and is also available for meetings, golf group outings, and catered events such as weddings, retirements, and promotions. Call the Catering Department, ext. 103, for more information. Check www.belvoirgolf.com for golf news!

Weather Information Please be aware that the Golf Club may close earlier than the posted hours because of weather, or other conditions beyond their control.

Golf Pro Shop / 703.806.5878 ext.108/109 The Golf Club is open year round and operation hours change with the seasons. The golf club features Woodlawn and Gunston golf courses, practice range and short game practice areas; a great golfing experience. The Golf Club offers tee times for daily play and also features a golf outing program for large and small golf outings.

Green fee rates change with the season. Please call the Pro Shop for information and see our web site at www.belvoirgolf.com

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Enjoy the Clubhouse Lounge / Open Daily Everyone is welcome. Enjoy our three large HD TVs and follow your favorite sporting events. The lounge offers excellent a la carte items as well as a good selection of beers from around the world. Call for hours and specials or visit www.belvoirgolf.com Daily Lunch Buffet / Monday–Friday Everyone is invited to enjoy our outstanding food quality and service that is our daily lunch buffet offered Monday–Friday. Seating is limited so we encourage parties of 6 or more to call ahead. Lunch hours are 11 am–1:30 pm and prices are $11.50 per person (full buffet & beverage) or $9.50 per person for the buffet soup, salad and dessert. Parties of 15 and more are charged $14.50 per person and must call ahead.

Room fees may apply for some large groups.

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Outdoor Recreation Warren Road, Building 778 Telephone: 703.805.3081 Hunt Check Station: 703.805.3688

The Fort Belvoir Outdoor Recreation Program offers a long list of outdoor recreation equipment for rent at modest per-day rates and outdoor adventure experiences. Call, visit belvoirmwr.com/ hunting-odr to see available equipment and pricing. Outdoor Recreation has a classroom that can be reserved and rented for private and non-official functions. Call for more info.

Programming & Special Events For additional program & trip details or to sign-up, call 703.805.3081.

ODR Trailblazers / Upcoming Hikes $10 per person for transportation from ODR to location; departure time depends on location of hike.

• November 5: Rockburn Branch Park, Maryland / 7.4 miles • November 11: Manassas Battlefield Park, Virginia / 10 miles • November 13: Tuckahoe State Park, Maryland / 8 miles • November 20: Blue Ridge Center, VA / 9 miles • November 25: Bull Run Mountains Conservancy, VA / 5.5 miles • December 3: Cedarville State Forest, Maryland / 7 miles • December 10: Kennedy Peak Loop, Virginia / 9 miles Fall & Winter Wine Tasting / Upcoming Dates It’s that time of the year again! Gather your friends and join ODR in exploring Virginia’s vast wine country. Fall is the perfect time to do some local shopping before the holidays and enjoy time with family and friends. $20 per person for transportation and the wineries are pay as you go. Each trip will depart from ODR at 8:30 am.

• November 12 • December 10 • November 19 • December 17

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Tamarack Stable Trail Ride / November 6 Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, please join us in exploring local trails with Tamarack Stables. Nestled in the rolling hills of Virginia’s historic Mason Neck area in Lorton, the stables are family-owned and operated. From the beautiful trails along Pohick Creek, you’ll see Belvoir and great views of Pohick Bay Regional Park. $80 per person includes transportation and 2 hour ride. www.belvoirmwr.com

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Bull Run Lights Festival / December 14, December 21 Join us to drive thru Bull Run Park’s Festival of Lights, which is held each year to celebrate the winter holiday season. A new addition for the 2011 season is Santa’s Enchanted Lights, with over 40,000 animated lights set to music! This impressive new feature is merely a fraction of what you’ll find at the Festival of Lights show! $10 per person for transportation from ODR; bus departs at 5 pm.

Ski, Snowboarding & Tubing Trip / December 17, December 28 Be the first to hit the slopes this year at Liberty Mountain, PA! Rent equipment from our shop, purchase lift tickets or just take us up on transportation. We depart ODR at 6 am to arrive at the slopes first thing at 8 am. If you rent with us, we load, unload your equipment and let you sleep on the drive! $15 per person for transportation.

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Butler’s Orchard Trips / November 19, December 10 Join ODR in November for a holiday open house at Butler’s, including a hayride through the Christmas trees, roasting marshmallows over an open fire, live music, hot apple cider and hot chocolate. In December, start a new family tradition: choose and cut your own Christmas tree from acres of carefully pruned Douglas Fir, Canaan Fir, and White Pine! Browse the Farm Market, select your own fresh wreath, decorations and bows. Please call for pricing.

Equipment Issue, Rental & Parks Rent items and outdoor games for picnics or parties. We offer large grills, dunk tanks, tables, chairs, canopies and a various other party supplies. We also have a selection of camping gear, bicycles, fishing rods, bows, volleyball sets, ladderball, baggo and much more. We rent parks, pavilions and even our classroom for events, parties and gatherings. Join us on the Potomac and rent a canoe, kayak or fish from one of our two fishing piers. Do you have an RV? We have two large storage lots that have openings and coming next year a RV Travel Camp for day, weekend or weeklong getaways. Just in time for the winter season, we’ll sell lift tickets to Liberty, Roundtop and Whitetail Resorts in PA; prices will be posted 34

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online.*All rental items can be reserved in advance by coming to our office and a full equipment and rental list and prices are listed on the web site.

Archery & Hunting 2011-2012 • Hunting volunteers needed for qualifications, deer check-in and hunter check-out in the mornings.

• Virginia Bowhunter Education Course (IBEP): November 13 http://my.register-ed.com/ • Belvoir Hunting Council meets every second Wednesday from 6–7 pm and are open to the public.

• Bow hunting on Belvoir: all hunters must meet state hunting regulations and attend or have attended a Hunter Safety Course and the Virginia Bowhunter Education Course (IBEP) and pass a shooting proficiency test before hunting on Belvoir.

• Deer seasons: general archery season October 1–January 7 / late archery season January 9–February 11 • Turkey seasons: fall archery season October1–November 12, November 24, December 5–December 31 & January 14–January 28 • Waterfowl: hunters must possess all licenses, permits, duck stamps and harvest information program (HIP) numbers as prescribed in the hunting regulations published by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF) prior to registration. Check ODR for seasons, dates, and blind availability.

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Archery Program • Daily shooting passes or annual passes are available • Archery equipment is available for rent • Beginner archery classes: Monday from 6–8 pm for a fee.

Registration begins at 5:30 pm; all instruction and equipment is included in the fee.

• Archery Range Options: –1 indoor 20/30 yard indoor field point range –1 outdoor 20/30 yard outdoor broad head range –1 outdoor field point range with a variety of different shooting distances from 10-60 yards –1 Fourteen station wooded trail walk thru field point range

Aquatics / Benyaurd Indoor Pool 23rd and Gunston, Building 182 Telephone: 703.805.2620

Visit www.belvoirmwr.com/pools for more class opportunities.

Pool Hours and Ongoing Classes Due to ongoing renovations, please refer to www.belvoirmwr.com/pools for the latest info, hours, classes and special events.

Swim Lessons Call to see when the next round of swim lessons are available for your child!

New Fees at the Pools DAILY / Indoor & Outdoor Rec Swim* E1–E5 $3 E6 and above $3 Children 3 and under FREE Civilians $5 Guests $7 *No fee active duty PT or lap swim. Spectators during recreation swim are charge daily fee due to capacity limits.

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SEASONAL PASS (4 months) Single E1–E5 $40 Family E1–E5 $80 Single E6 and above $60 Family E6 and above $120 Single Civilian $90 Family Civilian $180 ANNUAL PASS (12 months) Single E1-E5 $80 Family E1-E5 $150 Single E6 and above $150 Family E6 and above $275 Single Civilian $160 Family Civilian $285

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Van Noy Library 5966 12th Street, Building 1024 Telephone: 703.806.3323

Wi-Fi available! Let them know if you cannot find what you need in our collection. The library is open to military stationed at Belvoir (including TDY) and their family, members of Armed Forces and their families, retired military and their families, DoD civilians and contractors affiliated with Fort Belvoir. Please check www.belvoirmwr.com for our hours of operation.

Story Time / Tuesdays and Thursdays Story time is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30–11:30 am.

Children ages 1–5 are the targeted audience, although younger and older siblings are always welcome!

FREE

Book Club for Adults & Teen Book Club Don’t forget to join us for our book clubs; check the website for dates, times and selections.

Teen Programs / Last Saturday each Month Check the website or call the library for more information.

Read to a Therapy Dog Chance and Ladybug LOVE children to read to them. If you can read on your own, then they would be happy to help you improve your reading skills or hear you read your favorite story. Dates and times change, so call to sign up.

Follow Us on Facebook Visit the Fort Belvoir DFMWR page for more information on upcoming events and activities.

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Operational Hours/Contact Numbers Army Community Service (ACS) Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road.............703.805.4590

Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) 703.805.4152

Army Family Team Building (AFTB) 703.805.1150

Army Volunteer Corps (AVC) 703.805.4152

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 703.805.2967

Employment Readiness Program(ERP) 703.805.2605

Family Advocacy Program (FAP) 703.805.2693

Financial Readiness Program (FRP) 703.805.2606/1833

Relocation Readiness Program (RRP) 703.805.3436/5058

Soldier and Family Assistance Center (SFAC) 571.231.7000.7001

Hours: Monday–Friday; 7:30 am–5 pm

Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) 703.805.1827/5487

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Bldg. 2115................703.806.5225

Bowling Center Bldg. 1199, Middleton Road..........................................703.805.2991

Monday–Thursday 10 am–10 pm Friday–Saturday 10 am–12 midnight Sunday 10 am–7 pm;

Strike Zone Hours:.......................................................................703.805.2991

Monday–Thursday 11 am–9:30 pm Friday–Saturday 11 am–11:30 pm Sunday 11 am–6:30 pm

Child and Youth School Services (CYSS) Bldg. 950, Barlow Road Parent Central Services North Post Child Development Center (NPCDC) South Post Child Development Center (SPCDC) Family Child Care (FCC) School Age Center (SAC) School Support Services Youth Center Youth Sports and Fitness

Community Center Bldg. 1200, Taylor Road...........................................703.805.3714 LTS Office Hours:........................... .............................................703.805.3714

November 2011 Monday–Saturday 8 am–7:30 pm Sunday 8 am–5:30 pm Federal Holidays 9 am–5:30 pm

703.806.0791 703.806.6540 703.806.4347 703.805.9137 703.805.9100 703.805.9119 703.805.4515 703.805.9139

December 2011–March 31, 2012 Monday–Saturday 11 am–7:30 pm Sunday 12 pm–5:30 pm CLOSED Federal Holidays EXCEPT for Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day

The Lounge........................................................703.805.3714 or 703.780.0930 Wednesday–Thursday 4 pm–9pm Friday 4 pm–10 pm Fitness Centers Specker Field House (Reservations Only)......................................703.806.3100 Wells Field House..........................................................................703.806.5093 Graves Fitness Center..................................................................703.806.5368 Monday–Friday 5:30 am–9 pm Saturday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm Federal Holidays 9 am–5 pm 38

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Operational Hours/Contact Numbers The Body Shop..................................................................................703.806.3100 Monday–Friday 5:30 am–8 pm Saturday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm Federal Holidays 9 am–5 pm Golf Bldg. 2920, Beulah Road.................................................................703.806.5878 Tee Times (Requires PIN Number)....................................................703.806.5892 Kawamura Community Center Arts and Crafts Bldg. 1462, Gunston Road..............................................703.806.4647 Automotive Shop:..............................................................................703.806.4088 Monday–Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday–Thursday 11 am–9 pm Friday 10 am–9 pm Saturday–Sunday 9 am–6 pm

Frame Shop Hours:............................................................................703.806.4655 Monday–Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday–Saturday 10 am–6 pm Sunday 12 noon–6 pm

Wood Shop Hours:............................................................................703.806.4654 Monday–Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday 1–9 pm normal / 1–5 pm when there’s safety class from 6–8 pm Thursday 1–9 pm Friday 10 am–6 pm Saturday 10 am–6 pm normal / 12–6 pm when safety class is 9 am–12 pm Sunday 12–6 pm Marina Hudson Road..............................................................................703.781.8282 Officers’ Club Bldg. 20, Schulz Circle........................................703.780.0930 etx 600 Information: Monday–Saturday: 9 am–5 pm / Sunday: 10 am–1:30 pm Lunch Buffet: Monday–Friday: 11 am–1:30 pm Washington Lounge: Tuesday–Thursday: 4 pm–9 pm / Friday: 4 pm–10 pm Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 778, Warren Road.........................................703.805.3081 Monday–Friday 9 am–6 pm Saturday, Sunday, and Federal Holidays CLOSED Hunting and Archery Center Hours..................................................703.805.3688 Monday–Saturday 5 am–8 pm Sunday 9 am–5 pm Federal Holidays CLOSED Pools Benyaurd Indoor Pool.......................................................................703.805.2620 Please call for pool hours as they change seasonally..

Van Noy Library Bldg. 1024, 12th Street..................................................703.806.3323 Sunday–Monday CLOSED Tuesday–Thursday 10 am–7 pm Friday 9 am–6 pm Saturday 8:30 am–5 pm CLOSED on Federal Holidays www.belvoirmwr.com 39

Careers and Employment Careers and at Employment Opportunities Fort Belvoir!

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They are also posted online: www.armycivilianservice.com www.cpol.army.mil Open Continuous NAF Positions: Child Continuous and Youth Program Assistant Open NAF Positions: Clerk/Administrative Other Recurring NAFAssistant Positions: Child and Youth Program Assistant

Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor/Recreation Aide Clerk/Administrative Assistant Laborer/Custodial Worker Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor/Recreation Aide Food Service Worker/Waiter/Cook/Bartender Laborer/Custodial Worker Positions in All Fields Food Service Worker/Waiter/Cook/Bartender * Specialty

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