August 2015 JBLM MWR e-Focus

FOCUS Joint Base Lewis-McChord Family and MWR fun, food, travel & well-being guide

AUGUST 2015 • JBLMmwr.com

bbq cookoff DINING PLANS FOR MWR EATERIES TO MAKE YOU GO ‘WOW’

color smash block party JBLM sports & fitness DEUCES WILD TRIATHLON POWER YOGA

JBLM Skate Plaza JBLM SKATE PLAZA inside freedom park at lewis main / details: p 26

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CONTENTS FOOD & FUN

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ADVENTURES

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FEELIN’ GOOD

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FAMILY & THE HOMEFRONT

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Food plus fun equals party time; see what we’re updating in our eateries; bowl, golf, craft, play and more in August

Rise with the sun on excursions; bike, bungee jump, hike, kayak, fish, stand-up paddleboard and explore with ODR

Free yoga classes benefit mind and body; join Spark Before Dark, triathlon, Salmon Run or Bodybuilding Championship

Youth sports keep ‘em active; join SKIESUnlimited classes; earn promotion points with AFCS classes; share the love of books; take free library craft classes

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Cover photo by Jess Gomez

Skate in Freedom Park

With extra daylight hours during the summer months, Freedom Park is the perfect JBLM destination for fun. Flip tricks in the skate plaza — the sculpture of Mount Rainier is skateable — or cool off on the splash pad. Freedom Park is Family-friendly and open to everyone. Turn to page 26 for Skate Jam results.

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Summer sun and fun with JBLM Family & MWR August is a great month to be at JBLM! With beautiful weather and long summer nights, it’s the perfect time to make memories. Go on an outdoor adventure trip with the Northwest Adventure Center guides, plan a weekend getaway with Leisure Travel Services or head to the JBLM Skate Plaza at Lewis Main. Plus, there are great upcoming events to get excited about: • The Color Smash Block Party to celebrate Single Service Member Day is Thursday, Aug. 6, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Warrior Zone. There’s a dance battle with DJ Alex Beatz, a huge waterslide, games and more. Details on page 10.

• Show off your best fare at the BBQ Cookoff Saturday, Aug. 29 at Memorial Stadium. You could win cash prizes! Turn to page 8 for info.

• Athletes will want to register for the Deuces Wild Triathlon, which is at American Lake’s Shoreline Park (Lewis North) Saturday, Aug. 29. Turn to page 23 for registration information.

This issue also has information about youth sports and classes, improvements to MWR eateries and a look ahead to the Soldier Show, Flea Market and 3rd Annual Salmon Run. Stay up to date with our programs and events — “like” us on Facebook at fb.com/JBLMFamilyMWR and share your experiences with us at ice.disa.mil.

FOCUS JBLM

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Family & MWR Director, Family & MWR

William E. Harvey

Creative director Toby Bartley Promotions director

Kelly Wetzel

Editor & graphic designer Writer/graphic designer

Kimberly Rowe Patti Jeffrey

Contributing photographers Toby Bartley, Cinderella Burnes, Jess Gomez, Emiliano Hernandez, Rodel Nilo and Staff Sgt. Micah VanDyke

Send submissions to kimberly.a.rowe12.naf@mail.mil. For commercial sponsorship or advertising inquiries, off-base businesses should contact Tara Long at 253-966-2256.

The JBLM “FOCUS” is an unofficial information source published monthly. All activities described herein, which are open to authorized patrons and, where applicable, guests, are subject to change; contact the activity for confirmation. Opinions are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent Family & MWR, Joint Base Lewis-McChord or any U.S. government entity. The use of a commercial sponsor logo or mention of a commercial sponsor or other organization does not constitute U.S. government endorsement. Submissions are welcome but may be edited for accuracy, clarity and style.

William E. Harvey Director, Family & MWR at JBLM

Visit us at JBLMmwr.com or like us on Facebook at fb.com/JBLMFamilyMWR.

Water conservation at JBLM

As JBLM and surrounding communities continue to grow, the demand for water increases, along with the need for conservation. Water Conservation Regulation 11-5 outlines three levels of emergency water conservation that ensure a sustainable supply exists for present and future training needs at JBLM. Here’s a quick guide.

NORMAL (Level 1 — Green), Residential • Limit outdoor watering to 30 minutes or less, early mornings or late evening.

• Houses with even numbers water on even days.

• Houses with odd number water on odd days.

Non-Residential • Limit outdoor watering to 30 minutes or less, five days per week.

REDUCED (Level 2 — Yellow), Residential • Outside watering is restricted.

• Houses with even numbers water on Wednesday and Saturday.

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• Houses with odd numbers water on Thursday and Sunday.

Non-Residential • Limit outdoor watering to 25 minutes or less, five days per week.

• Lewis North centralized wash rack is closed.

SEVERE (Level 3 — Red), Residential • Outside water use is not allowed.

Non-Residential • Outside water use is not allowed.

• Vehicle washing restricted to commercial car washes.

For more information on water conservation at JBLM, join us at fb.com/ SustainableJBLM or email usarmy.jblm.imcom.list.dpw-stormwater@mail.mil.

Sat, August 29 Noon – 7 pm Memorial Stadium

SHOW OFF YOUR BEST BBQ & WIN CASH PRIZES! •BINGO TENT •WATER SLIDES •BOUNCY HOUSE •ROCK WALL

Live Music by

The Pine Hearts

Richard Allen & The Louisiana Experience

The CD Woodbury Band

Rules & registration at JBLMmwr.com/bbq JBLMmwr.com

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Warrior Zone staff

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Emiliano Hernandez

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The Warrior Zone offers food specials all month

Enjoy yourself at German Buffet

The Warrior Zone is cooking up August specials for you to enjoy on the patio or in the café: • Mondays, enjoy food specials on the patio during bingo night!

• Fill your plate with fresh barbecue and sides Wednesdays all month from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

• An evening patio buffet is available for purchase at Open Mic Nights each Thursday during August (except Aug. 6).

• All month long, get your hands on a hot and delicious supreme pizza at the café inside the Warrior Zone for only $7.50.

• Come on, get happy each weeknight from 5–7 for early-evening food and drink specials with great deals on pitchers, drafts and the “punch of the day” (for ages 21 and older; please drink responsibly).

• Barbecues and parties just go together at the WZ — take advantage of barbecues before summer’s gone. For complete party details, turn to pages 10–11.

• Get ready to watch your team live all season long with the Warrior Zone’s NFL Sunday Ticket! The Warrior Zone’s great café atmosphere and delicious food welcome the biggest football fans of the season! Enjoy finger-lickin’ wings, signature pizzas, 12 beers on tap and more. With 52 large-screen TVs throughout the entire facility, it’s nearly impossible to miss any play!

The Warrior Zone is on the corner of 17th and D streets at Lewis North.

Call 253-477-5756 for more information.

at McChord Field for the all-you-can-eat

Join German food lovers at the Club German buffet Wednesday, Aug. 19 from 5–7 p.m.

Pile on the bratwurst and sauerkraut, schnitzel, beef rouladen, red cabbage, mashed potatoes, German potatoes, salads and German breads. Top it all off with yummy desserts.

The cost is $17.95 for ages 11 and older, $7.95 for children ages 4–10 and free for ages 0–3. Reservations are a must for this popular buffet; call 253-982-5581.

The Club is located at 700 Barnes Blvd.

Order hearty breakfasts and lunches at the Caddy Shack Located at Eagles Pride Golf Course near DuPont off I-5 Exit 116, the Caddy Shack Bar & Grill offers hot breakfast and lunch seven days a week, including burgers and dogs, grilled and chilled sandwiches and salads, plus extras for appetizers and snacks.

Try a combustion or bogie burger, a fully loaded chicken burger and other satisfying meals!

For more information, call the Caddy Shack at 253-964-2792.

Club members get exclusive meals If you’ve joined the Club at McChord Field, come on out for your membership appreciation dinner Wednesday, Aug. 26 from 5–7 in the ballroom. It’s free for Club cardholders and $5 each for your Family member or guest.

Members also can take advantage of a two-for-one steak night Friday, Aug. 28 from 5–8 in the dining room. Two complete steak dinners cost only $21.95!

Only club members can get two lunches for the price of one at Globemaster Grill from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. every Tuesday, plus free food every Friday from 5–6 p.m.

Want to join the Club and save on many more MWR goods and services, plus receive cash back on Commissary and Exchange purchases?

Call the Club office at 253-982-5581 and ask how to get started today.

Strike Zones are a friendly places The Strike Zone Café at Bowl Arena Lanes and the Strike Zone Snack Bar at Sounders Lanes both offer good food at a great price! Order lunch, dinner or snacks, such as burgers, sandwiches, pizza, salads, starters and sides. Specials include soups and sandwiches with refillable sodas.

Bowl Arena Lanes is located at Lewis Main at 2272 Liggett Ave.; Sounders Lanes is at 737 Jackson Blvd. at McChord Field.

Bistro offers new daily specials Take in a great view while you eat lunch from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Bistro at Russell Landing at Lewis North.

August specials are stuffed with flavor: • Mondays, try the homemade vineyard burger with mushrooms, caramelized grapes and red wine aioli.

• Tuesdays, get the Southwest quesadilla salad with chicken or beef.

• Wednesdays, order the chicken Caesar salad wrap.

• Thursdays, sample the sweet ‘n’ sour chicken tips rice bowl.

• Fridays, order the grilled steak and baked potato with salad.

The Bistro’s located at the end of American Lake Avenue; call 253-964-2813.

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Family & MWR loves it when you say:

Come join us for more good things, great times New events!

Enjoy the Club’s annual Luau Say “Aloha” to a fun time and great food at the Club at McChord Field’s third annual Polynesian Luau Friday, Aug. 14 at the Club at McChord Field. Dinner is served from 6–7:30 p.m.; the show starts at 7:30.

The cost is $27 for ages 13 and older, $25 for club members, $13.95 for ages 5–12 and free for ages 4 and younger.

Advance reservations are required. Call 253-982-5581 or stop by the Club today at 700 Barnes Blvd.

Send off summer at Family party!

Families are invited to the free JBLM Backyard Barbecue Cook-Off & Family Fest Saturday, Aug. 29 from noon–7 p.m.

Bring everyone to Soldier Show

at Memorial Stadium (Lewis Main).

You’re invited to the 2015 U.S. Army Soldier Show, a free Family-style variety

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dishes, plus sides and desserts from vendors. The cook-off will be taste-tested and judged by a panel, including Randy Mulder (winner of Food Network’s Guy’s Grocery Games) and the incoming JBLM commander Col. Morgan. For entry details, see page 7.

Three live bands — CD Woodbury Band, The Pine Hearts and Richard Allen & the Louisiana Experience — will keep your toes tappin’ and make you want to dance!

The Northwest’s tallest waterslide and jump ‘n splash bounce house will keep the kids cool, plus the rock wall will keep them challenged. Also hang out in the free bingo tent for your chance at prizes, including gift certificates, outdoor recreation trips and more.

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show featuring performances that span from Broadway musicals to country, gospel, rhythm and blues and top-40 songs.

This year’s production, “We Serve,” is being held Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6 p.m. at Lewis Main’s Evergreen Theater. Tickets aren’t needed; seating is first-come, first-served. Doors open a half-hour before the show.

As in the past, the cast and crew are selected to exemplify the Army values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage.

Evergreen Theater is located at 3405 2nd Division Dr.

Sell your gently used treasures at Fall Flea Market Make some quick cash and contribute to reducing and reusing by selling your gently used items at the annual Fall Flea Market in September.

Rent two 6-foot tables, spaces or com-

Sign up for junior & adult leagues Bring the Family to Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center at McChord Field for you sign up for a youth league Saturday,

253-982-2124.

bowling that begin Sept. 19 at 9:45 a.m.

Youth leagues include three-person teams and three games for $8 per week.

Have your friends sign up for your team!

Ages 7 and younger can sign up with

balls — which includes a brat and domestic draft or soda from the Caddy Shack Bar & Grill. Eagles Pride is located off I-5

person. Coaching is provided.

Save with Wednesday special

morning women’s league, Tuesday morning AREWs, Tuesday night tin cup fours and Thursday CES mixed fours.

Find times, prices, team details and more at JBLMmwr.com/bowling or call Sounders Lanes at 253-982-5954.

Every Saturday during August, youth can bowl for only $5 from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center at McChord Field.

Sounders Lanes is at 737 Jackson Blvd.

For more information, call 253-982-5954.

Every Tuesday, practice on the driving range at Eagles Pride with a $10 bucket of

Exit 116. Call 253-967-6522 for details.

day or Friday night mixed fours, Monday

Get in on youth bowling special

Grab a bucket, brat & beverage

bumper bowling: Get one game for $3 per Adults can choose from Sunday, Mon-

Enjoy bowling

For more information, call Eagles Pride

free bowling from 10 a.m.–noon when

Choose from youth leagues or bumper

bos for only $26. Three tables/space combos (24 feet) are $30. Rent an additional 6-foot table or space for $6 more.

You must be an authorized ID cardholder in order to sell your household or yard items. No crafts or resale merchandise are allowed.

The market is from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 in the MWR Fest Tent next to Bowl Arena Lanes at Lewis Main.

Email specialevents@JBLMmwr.com or call 253-967-6772 for information on table and space reservations.

be placed on a team. at 253-967-6522 or Whispering Firs at

Sept. 12.

this summer!

to win prizes. You can enter as a team or

Enter Sounders Lanes’ monthly tourney Sounders Lanes’ Nine-Pin No-Tap Tourneys are back! Check in at noon and begin play at 12:30 p.m.

Sign up for the Saturday, Aug. 8 and Sept. 12 tournaments at the front counter or call 253-982-5954.

Go golfing Enter Payday Golf Scrambles Get in on Payday Golf Scrambles this summer at Whispering Firs and Eagles Pride golf courses!

If you’re an ID cardholder, you and your friends can enter five-person monthly scrambles during the season.

This month’s scramble is at Eagles Pride Friday, Aug. 28 with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. The entry deadline is Wednesday, Aug. 26.

The next scramble is at Whispering

Get a free small bucket of range balls Wednesdays in August when you order a burrito, salad or three tacos and a fountain drink from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at Whispering Firs Golf Course.

Call 253-982-2124 for more details. It’s located at 895 Lincoln Blvd. at McChord Field.

Enter August golf tournaments Compete for fun and to improve your game by entering an August tournament at Whispering Firs!

Match up with the PGA Championship Sunday, Aug. 16 for $10 per player. The format is best ball, score plus pro from the Saturday round.

It’s a Horse Race Wednesday, Aug. 19!

Enter for $10 plus $10 green fee, which includes a cart. Format is alternate shot.

Enter the Club Championship the weekend of Aug. 22–23 for $60 per player plus your green fee. The cost includes range balls and a Sunday lunch. The format is medal play.

Call the pro shop at 253-982-2124 for entry details. Whispering Firs is at McChord Field at 895 Lincoln Blvd.

Take youth golf lessons Sign up your kids now for Whispering Firs’ Golf 4 Kids group lessons Aug. 3–6

Firs Friday, Oct. 2; enter by Wednesday,

from 5–7 p.m. for ages 12–17. It’s only

Sept. 30.

$99 per student! Call 253-982-2124 for

The cost is $35 per person and includes your green fee, cart rental and a chance

registration details.

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Come join us for more good things, great times Play at the Warrior Zone UFC party lasts into the night UFC 190 Saturday, Aug. 1, starts at 7 p.m.; live Facebook trivia games start at 4 with giveaways (must be present to win). From 6–9 on the patio, purchase barbecue ribs or chicken breast and your choice of two sides — corn, beans or salad — with plates starting at only $5.50. Patio beer on tap will be cold Bud Light, and featured beverages on tap inside are Angry Orchard and Descheutes Fresh Squeezed IPA (ages 21 and older only, please drink responsibly).

Single Service Members invited to free block party All JBLM single Service Members are invited to the free SSMD Color Smash Block Party Thursday, Aug. 6 from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. with fantastic giveaways, booths, food, competitions, tourneys, games and a car show. The party also features the Color Smash Battle Dance with deejay Supa Sam, a mechanical bull, life-sized pong competitions, pedal-cart obstacle course, beer garden (for ages 21

Be crowned the billiards champ!

Get ready for an epic billiards tournament Saturday, Aug. 15! Only one winner will take home the grand prize, along with a first-place trophy, and have their name displayed on a plaque as the Summer 2015 Champion. Registration opens at 1 p.m., tournament starts at 2.

Go Western at patio party All you cowgirls and cowboys, saddle up and mosey on over for the Country Western Patio Party at the Warrior Zone corral Friday, Aug. 21 at 9 p.m.! Try line dancing lessons, ride the mechanical bull, enjoy a barbecue cookout on the patio and win prizes and giveaways. Food and drinks are priced separately. Must be ages 18 and older to attend (21 and older to drink). DOD ID cardholders are welcome and can sponsor civilian guests (also 18 and older) with valid IDs.

Win at bingo night The WZ has the daubers and cards covered, all you have to do is show up for the free bingo night Mondays at 7! Win fun prizes each week, from board games to café gift certificates and more! Bingo participants can also take advantage of

the August bingo night patio buffets, or choose an indoor food special — nachos with cheese for only $3.25, or $1 off buffalo chicken quesadillas!

More fun every week Play free at the weekly pool tournament Tuesdays; register at 6 p.m., start at 6:30. Prizes vary each week.

Join in on the weekly Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament Wednesdays through Sept. 9.

Registration opens at 6 p.m. and tournament begins at 6:30. $7 entry fee; first place receives a $50 Visa Gift Card and automatic placement in the final event.

Points awarded to all other participants.

The more points you earn, the more chips you can get for the final tournament, so be sure to show up each week!

Play games online against Fort Riley for bragging rights at the Battle of the Zones Thursdays at 6 p.m. Games may change each week, and can include Tekken Tag 2, Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, League of Legends (PC) or others.

Want to show off your dancing skills?

JBLM BOSS offers free impromptu danceoffs Thursdays from 6–10 p.m. until the end of summer! An evening patio buffet is available for purchase starting at 5.

and older only) and lawn games such as corn hole, bocce ball and volleyball. The first 1,800 to arrive at the event receive a free Color Smash shirt to wear during the event. For more information, call BOSS headquarters at 253-967-5636.

Come to UFC Fight Nights Watch UFC Fight Nights live Saturday, Aug. 8 at 7 and Sunday, Aug. 23 at 6.

Join Madden tourney Sign up at 1 p.m. for a Madden 2015 tournament on Sunday, Aug. 9 at 2 p.m.

At 5, the NFL preseason kicks off as the Vikings play the Steelers (Hall of Fame Game).

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this summer!

Open Mic Night continues through the summer Thursdays at 7 (no event Aug. 6).

All forms of talent are welcome, including vocalists, musicians, comedians,

movies like “Alien,” “Apollo 13,” “Men in Black” and more all month long. Grab some food and drink from the snack bar and head on into the theater to grab your favorite bean bag or recliner. For details and a complete schedule, visit fb.com/ JBLMWarriorZone.

Order multiple items to have on hand for gift giving in the coming months. You can leave space to add a small engraved plate to personalize the gift item or your can create a generic gift for that last-minute gift emergency!

For instance, order framed pictures with space for co-workers or friends to

ment or milestone birthday.

Headsets are available to check out (or

Get creative at your Arts & Crafts Center

bring your own) Saturdays at 2 p.m.

Make unique gifts, use coupons

Grandpa — it will be a keepsake that will

Come out to your Arts & Crafts Center at McChord Field and get creative this month!

Bring in your design ideas and let the expert staff help you create a one-of-akind thank-you gift, keepsake or decor for your home. Or, if you need a quick gift, stop by to see what the Arts & Crafts Center’s store has in stock.

Want to save time and hassle with all your upcoming parties and holidays?

keep your loved ones near.

bands, spoken word and poets. Sign up at 6:30; space is limited.

Play in the free weekly Warrior Zone League of Legends tournament on the Alienware Aurora gaming computers!

Watch and discuss anime with other fans on Saturdays at 9 p.m. Bring your own anime to share, or choose from the WZ’s collection.

Enjoying the newly released game Heroes of the Storm? Play Blizzard’s new hero brawler game on the Warrior Zone’s Alienware Aurora computers, and enter into the free tournament Sundays at 2 p.m.

Join other gamers every Sunday at

sign and write personal notes to the recipient, whether it’s a wedding, retireBring in this month’s coupons and save 75 percent on a pillowcase imprinted with photo of Mom, Dad, Grandma or

Want to learn how to frame your own projects? Take a framing class with a friend and share the cost with August’s two-for-one coupon.

For more information or to get creative advice, call 253-982-6723/6718 or visit 1121 Barnes Blvd.

The Arts & Crafts Center is open weekdays and the first and third Saturday of the month.

6 p.m. for the free weekly Xbox Tournament. Games may include NBA2K15 or Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare or others! Sign up starting at 5:30 at the front desk.

The WZ is celebrating all things outer space in August! Watch free featured Pictured left: Freedom Fest 2015 was celebrated during a record-breaking heat wave, but the soaring temps didn’t keep the crowds from enjoying Independence Day at JBLM. Highlights included the Classy Chassis car show and Frankie Ballard live on stage, with meet ‘n greets before and after the show.

Spike & the Impalers performed the opening act.

Other musical performers included Restless (an a cappella group), the Islanders Steel Drum Band and Eric Haines one-man band.

Performers entertained both children and the crowds strolling the fairway and stadiums, including comics, jugglers, stilt walkers, a belly dancer, hoop tricksters, magicians, a reptile show and a crazy game show.

Thanks to all the sponsors of 2015 Freedom Fest and to all who braved the heat to come out and celebrate our nation’s independence with us!

Arts & Crafts Center August Clip ‘n Save Coupons Bring these coupons to your Arts & Crafts Center Aug. 1–31, 2015, to receive your discounts when you place an order!

75% off pillowcase photo printing Limit one coupon per customer. Valid only when presented in person. No photocopies accepted. No cash value. Coupon is good Aug. 1–31, 2015.

(One pillowcase per coupon)

2-for-1 framing class instruction

(discount doesn’t include materials)

Limit one coupon per customer.

Valid only when presented in person.

No photocopies accepted. No cash value.

Coupon is good Aug. 1–31, 2015.

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“We’re investing in the ‘wow’ factor for our customers, and we believe everyone at JBLM will appreciate what we have in store.”

Roger Disbrow, MWR business operations chief

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ou invest in dining experiences all the time — that’s why you dine out when you can. Whether it’s a cozy fireside ambience with homestyle meals, an outdoor barbecue on a patio with a view or a restaurant where you get meals made your way, eating out is a special treat.

and fresher as well.

“Customers will enjoy healthy options with a built-in salad bar that features both salad staples and a variety of the day,” Disbrow says. “We’ll also offer a variety of premade sandwiches for dining in or taking out, which can be heated panini-style. We’ll offer a new pasta station that cooks the customer’s choice of pasta and sauce while they watch.

And we’re definitely keeping customer favorites at the grill, such as hamburgers Because of you, and chicken breast Because of you, MWR finds ways to sandwiches.” update our eateries, During the MWR finds ways to bringing the fresh Club’s renovaupdate our eateries, tion, catering will concepts and foods bringing the fresh you most enjoy. still be available We’re modernizing for patrons in the concepts and foods several of our faballrooms and you most enjoy. cilities that include conference areas.

Globemaster Grill The Club’s regular and Habañero Mexican Grill at McChord events, such as the annual Thanksgiving Field. Plus, we’re totally remaking the Day buffet, won’t be affected. former Cascade Community Center at Outdoor living at its best Lewis Main into a new Samuel Adams Whispering Firs Golf Course at Brewhouse and conference space.

McChord Field is undergoing changes “We’re investing in the ‘wow’ factor as well.

A new outdoor living area will be for our customers,” says Roger Disbrow, in place by the opening of the 2016 golf MWR business operations chief, “and we season, creating more opportunities for believe everyone at JBLM will appreciate outdoor parties and tournaments. what we have in store.”

Picture a spacious patio that wraps Fresh look at Globemaster Grill around the back of the clubhouse with The Club at McChord Field is starting toasty fireplaces and lots of seating renovations in the fall. After the renovaoverlooking the golf course. A covered tion is completed next year, you’ll see outdoor kitchen with a grill, cooler and more small conference spaces and a comkegerator will be located at the far end, pletely revamped area inside Globemaster close enough to connect with Habañero Grill that creates a more streamlined cusMexican Grill’s kitchen without disturbtomer flow. The menu will be healthier ing patrons. “We’ll have the ability to

be flexible and creative, feeding golfers outdoors at large tournaments and, on weekends, catering to customers like what you see at outdoor food-trucks,” says Disbrow.

The outdoor living area will be open to everyone who dines at Habañero, not just golfers.

Samuel Adams & more The largest of the renovations is now going on inside Cascade Community Center at Lewis Main. A Samuel Adams Brewhouse will open soon, complete with a sports package featuring the NFL, MLB, NBA, UFC, Major League Soccer, boxing, college games and more on seven big screens. A variety of Samuel Adams brews will be on tap, along with a few local brews. Cocktails will also be served in the bar.

The concept pairs brews and decor that reflect the original Sam Adams Brewery in Boston, Mass. — aging barrels with wood staves, exposed brick and copper kettles — reminiscent of an old brewhouse where friends would gather after a hard day’s work to unwind and have fun.

The menu offers favorite bar appetizers and hearty sandwiches, sliders, pizzas and burgers.

The former community center dining room is being offered as a small conference space with WiFi, plus food catered from American Lake Conference Center.

During popular events, such as sports playoffs and championships, the space will become an overflow seating area.

We’ll keep you up to date on renovations on our Facebook page at fb.com/ JBLMFamilyMWR. JBLMmwr.com

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Adventures

Rise and shine It’s a great morning to get outside with the NAC!

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o on an overnight excursion with the expert guides of the Northwest Adventure Center, and you’ll experience the great outdoors in all its glory. There’s nothing more peaceful than falling asleep under the stars and waking up to the sounds of birds calling as the sun rises. Add to the mix a great adventure — a kayak paddle — and the guides at the Northwest Adventure Center have the trips for you!

Check out the trip descriptions on the following pages and then register at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

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ATV RiderCourse™ In this half-day course, ATV Safety Institute instructors will guide you through the fun and excitement of safely riding an ATV. We ride rain or shine, so dress for the weather. Upcoming courses include Saturday, Aug. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 6. ASI ATV RiderCourse certification will be awarded upon completion. Minimum age: 16. Meet at the JBLM Skeet Range at 9 a.m. ($35)

the only village on the island, which is beautifully situated at the north end of Fisherman Bay. It has a good range of delis, bakeries and restaurants, as well as an organic winery. Minimum age: 12.

Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at a time to be determined based on the ferry schedule. ($115)

Bike ride Lopez Island A bicyclist’s

two miles long!) with us Sunday, Sept. 6.

paradise, Lopez Island is known as the “Friendly Isle.” When it comes to cycling, this 15-mile island is one of the most peaceful and relaxed islands in the San Juan Islands. Join us Sunday, Sept. 13 as we cycle past driftwood-scattered beaches to Spencer Spit for stunning views of the snow-capped Cascade Mountains 50 miles away on the mainland. Further south, we’ll see Shark Reef Sanctuary, where seals fish and bask in the sunshine. Last, we will stop in Lopez Village,

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Bike the Snoqualmie Tunnel Take a ride through Snoqualmie Tunnel (it’s nearly

trip! Head to the base of Mount St. Helens to bungee jump off the highest bungee bridge in the country. Zip line over the canyon for an adventure in the trees on seven different zip lines. Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9 a.m. or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9:15 a.m. Preregistration is required before Wednesday, Sept. 9, 5 p.m. Bungee jumpers get two jumps and a T-shirt. Minimum weight: 90 lbs. ($135 each)

the hills and over old train trestles on

Explore Victoria, B.C. Hop on the ferry

our way to Rattlesnake Lake. The best

and spend the day exploring Victoria, B.C., by foot or bike Sunday, Aug. 23. The downtown area has everything from antique stores to artisan chocolate shops to explore. Plus, you can also stop in at the Royal B.C. Museum or watch a thrilling IMAX film. The trip fee includes walk-on round-trip ferry ticket and transportation to and from Port Angeles. Guided bicycle tour is an optional add-on and

part is — it’s all downhill! Difficulty: easy; distance: 22.5 miles; ride time: 3.5 hours; minimum age: 14. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:30 a.m. ($50)

Bungee jumping or zip line adventure If adrenaline is what you crave, you won’t be disappointed in this Sunday, Sept. 13

includes guide, bike and helmet. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 4:45 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 5 a.m. Preregistration is required before Friday, Aug. 21 at 5 p.m. A passport is required. ($110; ages 5–11: $85; ages 0–4: $55; add a guided bike tour: $50)

Introduction to single-track mountain biking Spend Sunday, Aug. 30 learn-

Hike Mount Rainier’s Camp Muir The

the ins and outs of stand-up paddle-

route to Camp Muir gives hearty hikers a small taste of what alpine climbers experience. The trail stretches high up the flank of Rainier, toward the upper mountain where alpine climbers play. Experience it for yourself Sunday, Aug. 23. This strenuous 10-mile roundtrip hike isn’t for everyone since it does entail substantial snow travel. Difficulty: very difficult; elevation gain: 4,600 feet. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 6 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 6:15 a.m. Minimum age: 16. ($60)

ing the basics of mountain biking. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:30 a.m. Difficulty: easy; distance: 5–6 miles; ride time: 4 hours.

Minimum age: 12 ($35)

Intro to stand-up paddleboarding Learn boarding in a safe environment. Head to American Lake with us Saturday, Aug. 29.

We use very forgiving inflatable boards from NRS. Children younger than 12 must be on a board with an adult. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. ($35; ages 3–12: $25)

Kayak Blake Island Join us for a weekend of kayaking to Blake Island Sept. 5–6.

Spend two days (one night) camping at one of Washington’s amazing boat accessonly state parks. Once we get to the island, everyone will have a chance to set up camp

and relax on the grass or explore one of the many trails. We’ll join the Tillicum Village Salmon bake and cultural show for dinner where you’ll be greeted with an appetizer of steaming clams in nectar broth.

Inside the longhouse, whole Chinook salmon are cooked over an alderwood fire on cedar stakes in the traditional style of the Northwest Coast Indian. Your meal is served buffet-style and includes a menu of traditional Indian-style baked salmon, warm Tillicum whole-grain bread, new red potatoes, long-grain and wild rice, fresh salad bar and Boehms chocolate salmon dessert. Difficulty: beginner-intermediate; distance: 4 miles; paddle time: 5 hours (spread over two days); minimum age: 14.

Registration is required by 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2. There is a pretrip meeting this day at 5:30 p.m. at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Meet at the NAC at Lewis North at 9 a.m. ($150) Continued on page 18.

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Perform at your best!

Learn how sleep, activity and nutrition can positively influence your child's school performance!

Summer is a great time to relax, connect and keep your children healthy and fit! It’s also a time to help your children stay engaged in activities they love, explore new things and create new habits. Before you know it, everyone will be preparing for the new school year.

The Performance Triad combines Sleep, Activity and Nutrition to help you perform at your very best — in school, at work, at home and everywhere in between!

Practicing the Performance Triad as a Family will help you work toward your goals for healthy living, while also teaching your children healthy habits that will follow them into adulthood. Build a strong and happy Family! Take advantage of long summer days and cool evening temps with a walk on the waterfront.

COOLING CENTERS When temperatures reach 95+ and there’s an “excessive heat warning,” cooling centers are available at JBLM, open from 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

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Get the Facts!

BEHAVIOR • We can all move more throughout the day! Encourage your child to get 60 minutes or more of play and activity during the day. This reduces stress and anxiety in children. Well-rested children are just more fun to be around! They tend to cooperate more, have better control over their emotions and are typically more motivated throughout the day. Sleep contributes to their ability to pay attention more and therefore they’re able to do better in school.

early age have lower rates of injury, better bone health and are less likely to become overweight or obese as adults.

• Putting your children to bed on time at night so they get enough sleep benefits everyone! You get a little more time to yourself and they get more sleep and positive benefits to their mental, emotional and physical growth and development.

• Take the time to help kick-start your children’s day with a healthy breakfast.

A good breakfast can improve their mood and attitude and help them to stay focused in class longer.

• We know sleep-deprived children are at higher risk for being overweight or obese. Not convinced? Without enough sleep, it’s harder for children to produce enough of the hormones they need to promote normal growth and it takes longer for cuts and bruises to heal!

PHYSICAL HEALTH & PERFORMANCE • Developing an active lifestyle when we’re young has lifelong benefits. We know children who are active from an

• A well-balanced diet reduces a child’s risk of being overweight or obese. It strengthens their muscles and bones, and improves their overall energy levels.

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• Did you know that children who get the right amount of sleep for their age, tend to do better academically? Their mood, balance and coordination are generally better, they think more clearly and remember things better, too!

• Providing your children with good nutrition supports their ability to think and learn. The USDA’s “MyPlate” is a great resource to achieve this goal. http://www.choosemyplate.gov/

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Feelin’ good Leavenworth Wine Walk Stroll, sip and sample your way through Washington’s Bavarian Village during the annual Leavenworth Wine Walk Saturday, Sept. 12.

Your Wine Walk Passport provides a souvenir wine glass and tasting of up to 60 different wines, a bottle tote, walking map, discount coupons and prizes. Enjoy live music at the gazebo, and shop in unique downtown stores throughout the day. Leavenworth Wine Walk is a fundraising event for Cascade Farmlands Association, promoting culinary and ag-tourism in North Central Washington. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9:15 a.m. Minimum age: 21 ($100 or $190 per couple)

Outdoor photography workshop Outdoor photography is one of the most popular forms of photography out there.

Saturday, Aug. 22 head to Seattle’s Discovery Park with us as we cover aperture, shutter speed, exposure settings and composition. Learn how to eliminate distractions and the rule of thirds to create more dynamic images. Bring your camera and tripod along with the owner’s manual.

Before class, please familiarize yourself with the process of adjusting your shutter speed, aperture, ISO and white balance.

We’ll talk at length on when and why to make these adjustments. It’s strongly suggested that you have a fully charged back-up battery. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9:15 a.m. ($35)

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks Coast Guard-certified maritime captains will take you on a musical tour of Seattle Saturday, Sept. 12 aboard amphibious World War-II vehicles. See Pike Place Market, historic Pioneer Square and funky Fremont before splashing into Lake Union for a spectacular view of the city skyline. You’ll also have time for shopping and great food. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. or McChord Field’s 18

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Adventures Unlimited at 9:15 a.m. ($50; ages 3–12: $40; ages 0–2: $30)

Raft the Tieton River When most other

• Level one: proper paddling techniques and how to buddy-rescue.

• Level two: edging maneuvers and selfrescue.

• Level three: recovery techniques and muscle memory exercises for the roll.

• Level four: multiday kayak trip prep and t-rescue.

• Level five: the roll.

The next class is Tuesday, Aug. 18. You may start at any time and master as many of the levels as you’d like! Meet at Kimbro Pool inside McVeigh Sports & Fitness Center at 7:30 p.m. Minimum age: 12 ($25)

rivers in the Pacific Northwest have run out of water, the Tieton River provides an excellent season finale rafting trip! The yearly release of water from Rim Rock Lake each September turns the Tieton River into a rollercoaster. Join us Saturday, Sept. 5 for big waves and class-III+ rapids. With steep gradient and guaranteed water, a whitewater Tieton River trip offers nonstop action from start to finish.

The price includes a grilled dinner. Difficulty: class-III rapids; distance: 18 miles; paddle time: 2.5 hours. Registration is re-

miss this South Sound classic Sunday,

quired before 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2.

Aug. 30! Join us to stand-up paddleboard

Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center

in Carr Inlet between Kopachuck State Park

at Lewis North at 9 a.m. Minimum age: 10 ($125)

and Cutts Island. Take a dip and explore

San Juan Island weekend getaway Relax with ODR for the weekend in the beautiful San Juan Islands Aug. 21–24. On this journey, you’ll enjoy the full cycle of sunrise to sunset in a single day — camp on small islands, see an abundance of wildlife and relax under a starry sky. With hundreds

Stand-up paddleboard Cutts Island Don’t

the island while breaking for lunch. We’ll paddle around the protected inlet, or if you feel confident, over to the island. This is an intermediate SUP trip; prior SUP experience or Introduction to SUP class is required.

Time: 4 hours; minimum age: 16. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:30 a.m. ($60)

of islands, the San Juan Islands make the

Stand-up paddleboard Leavenworth

ultimate sea kayaking escape. This trip

Join us Saturday, Sept. 12 to learn the ins

will give you the chance to unwind on the

and outs of stand-up paddleboarding on

middle day, and for at least one day, you

the calm section of Icicle Creek. By the

won’t have to think about planes, ferries

time we reach the Wenatchee, you can

and automobiles. The trip fee includes

use your newfound river skills to navigate

transportation (including ferry), gear,

to the waterfront park next to Blackbird

guide, campsite and food (breakfast and

Island. This is an intermediate SUP trip;

dinner). This is not a beginner trip; partici-

prior experience or introduction to SUP

pants must be comfortable in a kayak with

class is required. Minimum age: 16. Meet

1-foot waves and wind. Preregistration is

at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lew-

required by Wednesday, Aug. 19; there’s a

is North at 8 a.m. Ask about our private

mandatory pretrip meeting on this day at

trips for groups and units. ($65)

the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Difficulty: moderate; distance: 20 miles; paddle time: 15 hours. Meet at the NAC at a time to be determined based on the ferry schedule. Minimum age: 12 ($450)

Sea kayak skills class The Outdoor Recreation program offers five levels of our two-hour kayak skills class.

Stand-up paddleboard the Skykomish Join us for a stand-up paddleboarding trip down the beautiful Skykomish River Saturday, Aug. 22. We’ll travel from Big Eddy through the many exciting class-I and -II rapids to the riverside town of Sultan. When the river level is low, this is the best way to enjoy it! Gear, transportation

and instruction on how to SUP on a river are included. Difficulty: Intermediate and prior SUP experience or introduction to stand-up paddleboarding class is required.

Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at 8 a.m. Ask about our private trips for groups and units. ($65)

along the Historic Columbia River High-

Sunset stand-up paddleboarding Join

in Hood River, Ore. The trip fee includes

us for a leisurely sunset stand-up paddleboard adventure on American Lake.

There are two trips scheduled — Wednesday, Aug. 19. All ages are welcome, but children 12 and younger must be on a board with an adult. Meet at Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 6 p.m. ($30; ages 3–12: $20; add $20 for steak dinner and souvenir cup)

way, which has an abundance of small waterfalls viewable from the road. Along the way, we’ll stop at at least five major waterfalls to include the world-famous Multnomah Falls, which plunges more than 620 feet from its origins. We’ll enjoy lunch round-trip transportation; lunch is on your own. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:30 a.m. ($65; ages 5–12: $40; ages 0–4: $15)

Westport bottom fishing Head to Westport for some bottom fishing — rockfish are always plentiful and lingcod are real fighters — Sunday, Sept. 13! Dress in layers.

Bring lunch, snacks and water. Meet at the

Waterfall tour Explore the greatest con-

Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North

centration of waterfalls in the continental

at 4:15 a.m. Preregistration is required

United States Saturday, Aug. 29. We’ll travel

before Wednesday, Sept. 9, 5 p.m. ($130)

Outdoor adventure

Date

Cost

Details

Sea kayak skills class

Tuesday, Aug. 18

$25

Minimum age: 12

Sunset stand-up paddleboarding

Wednesday, Aug. 19

$30

Ages 3–12: $20

San Juan Island weekend getaway

Aug. 21–24

$450

Minimum age: 12 Minimum age: 16

Stand-up paddleboard the Skykomish

Saturday, Aug. 22

$65

Outdoor photography

Saturday, Aug. 22

$35

Hike Mount Rainier’s Camp Muir

Sunday, Aug. 23

$60

Minimum age: 16

Explore Victoria, B.C.

Sunday, Aug. 23

$110

Ages 5–11: $85; ages 0–4: $55

ATV RiderCourse™

Saturday, Aug. 29

$35

Minimum age: 16

Introduction to standup paddleboarding

Saturday, Aug. 29

$35

Ages 3–12: $25

Waterfall tour

Saturday, Aug. 29

$65

Ages 5–12: $40; ages 0–4: $15

Stand-up paddleboard Cutts Island

Sunday, Aug. 30

$60

Minimum age: 16

Introduction to mountain biking

Sunday, Aug. 30

$35

Minimum age: 12

Raft the Tieton River

Saturday, Sept. 5

$125

Minimum age: 10

Kayak Blake Island

Sept. 5–6

$150

Minimum age: 14

ATV RiderCourse™

Sunday, Sept. 6

$35

Minimum age: 16

Bike the Snoqualmie Tunnel

Sunday, Sept. 6

$50

Minimum age: 14

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks

Saturday, Sept. 12

$50

Ages 3–12: $40; ages 0–2: $30

Stand-up paddleboard Leavenworth

Saturday, Sept. 12

$65

Minimum age: 16 Minimum age: 21

Leavenworth Wine Walk

Saturday, Sept. 12

$100

Bike ride Lopez Island

Sunday, Sept. 13

$115

Westport bottom fishing

Sunday, Sept. 13

$130

Bungee jump or zip line

Sunday, Sept. 13

$135

Popular with Families

Explore the underwater world Get your open water scuba certification at the NAC’s PADI-certified scuba shop and you can dive anywhere in the world! Upcoming courses are Aug. 3–9 and Aug. 10–16. For more information, call 253-967-3405.

How to get your Seahawks tickets Leisure Travel Services is your onestop shop for all things sports. Lucky Seahawks fans can get their tickets at LTS for 2015 regular season home games. Here’s how: • Stop by LTS by Thursday, Aug. 6 to enter your name in the drawing to become eligible to purchase tickets.

• The drawing to determine your place in the ticket sales line is Thursday, Aug. 6 at 5 p.m. at the Warrior Zone.

You don’t need to be present. Check fb.com/JBLMFamilyMWR or call LTS Friday, Aug. 7.

• Then, on Saturday, Aug. 15, go to LTS (located inside Bowl Arena Lanes at Lewis Main, 2272 Liggett Ave.) to purchase tickets. Tier 1: upper seats, $95 and lower seats, $135. Tier 2: upper seats, $85 and lower seats, $120.

For more details, call 253-967-3085.

Sign up for JBLM LTS text alerts by sending “Follow @JBLMLTS” to 40404.

Put another summer vacay on the to-do list Plan one last getaway for summer with help from the travel professionals at LTS. They can help you plan your trip — anything from a weeklong getaway out of state or a weekend trip to Ocean Shores.

Minimum weight: 90 lbs.

Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and schedule are subject to change without notice. Anyone younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Gear and transportation are included unless otherwise stated. Register via WebTrac (visit JBLMmwrRegistration.com) or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North.

Confirm pick-up locations and times upon registration. Group rates and private trips are available; call for details. We’ll visit FRG meetings or unit functions to tell you about the great recreation and adventure options in the area. For more information, call 253-967-6263 or visit JBLMmwr.com.

Especially accommodates people with exceptional needs

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Birgit started yoga as a participant in a Jensen yoga class nine years ago. “When the last teacher moved, I was put before the choice of coming out of my shell and teaching yoga or facing the class would go away.

Since yoga keeps me sane and happy, I chose to save the world from my grumpiness,” she says. Birgit has been teaching twice a week ever since and enjoys the diversity of the people who come to class. She hopes that “yoga helps them as much as it does me to navigate the ups and downs of life.”

Carol started practicing yoga more than 15 years ago alongside NFL players, extreme athletes and professional dancers in NYC. Carol offers students the foundations of a strong physical practice: alignment for power, muscle integration to prevent/ recover from injuries and core for balance and agility. Her power yoga classes are about finding your edge with a masterful blend of artful alignment and attention cues for your body, mind and heart.

After serving 10 years as an active duty Medical Sergeant/EMT, Preston found peace and belonging in practicing yoga. As a JBLM volunteer yoga instructor, he loves serving the military community with deep empathy from his path and from what he studied. His yoga practice includes Yin, Vinyasa, Inversions and Acro. He believes, “A path walked is better than the map.”

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The power of yoga

Jensen Family Health & Fitness Center, located at 2022 Liggett Ave. at Lewis Main, hosts the following free yoga classes: • Yoga Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

• Yoga Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.

• Power Yoga (new!) Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.

• Yoga Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

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Have fun & challenge with sports & fitness events Get excited about fitness with the Spark Before Dark

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Join instructor Anne Gurola for three hours of Zumba fun at the 3rd annual Spark Before Dark Saturday, Aug. 1 at Cowan Stadium. The event begins at 7 p.m.; Cowan Stadium opens at 5. Participation is open to those age 13 and older (ages 13–15 must be with a parent or guardian). Day-of-event registration is $20. Wear comfortable shoes and dance to the music until dark. There will be door prizes and refreshments.

includes live music from local bluegrass

Time for intramural flag football

Get sports & fitness information at your fingertips

If you’re interested in playing intramural flag football, don’t miss one of these representative meetings: • Tuesday, Aug. 11 at Cowan Stadium (2170 Bitar Ave, Lewis Main), 1 p.m.

• Wednesday, Aug. 12 at McChord Fitness Center (726 5th St.), 1 p.m.

League play runs Sept. 1–Nov. 13. For more information, visit JBLMmwr.com/ intramural or call 253-967-4768.

Enter now for the 2015 JBLM Bodybuilding Championship Nelson Recreation Center is hosting this year’s Bodybuilding Championship Saturday, Sept. 5. Competitors should register by Friday, Aug. 14 — entry forms are available at JBLMmwr.com/fitness.

Entry is free for all classes. For more information, call 253-967-4771.

on mostly flat terrain. The event also band The Olympia Boys, a salmon bake and a half-mile fun Chum Run for kids age 6 and younger. Door prizes include a chance to win one of four sets of fishing gear and one of two $100 gift cards to Bass Pro Shop.

Register by Wednesday, Sept. 9 to guarantee race T-shirt size (and access pass, if needed). Visit JBLMmwr.com/races for pricing and registration.

Join us on Facebook to get up-to-date information on events and programs.

Plus, see the fun from recent events, such as the 10th Annual Down & Dirty Mud Run. “Like” these pages for the latest: • fb.com/JBLMSportsFitnessAquatics • fb.com/JBLMraces • fb.com/JBLMIntramuralSports • fb.com/JBLMcrossfit • fb.com/UsBoxingCenter

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The Deuces Wild Triathlon is Saturday, Aug. 29 at American Lake (Lewis North). Choose from two distances — sprint and Olympic. See details at right and register at JBLMmwr.com/races.

Deuces Wild Triathlon — Register early for the best prices: JBLMmwr.com/races

and Bake at McChord Field’s Holiday Park Saturday, Sept. 19. This festival and race rolled into one is open to the public.

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Run & fun at 3rd annual event Join us for the 3rd annual Salmon Run

Register by Wednesday, Aug. 19 to guarantee race T-shirt size (and access pass, if needed) Sprint | Olympic

Participants with DOD ID Participants with no DOD ID

$45

yourself at JBLM Take the challenge of the Deuces Wild Triathlon The Deuces Wild Triathlon is the only major triathlon at JBLM this year, so don’t miss out on the Saturday, Aug. 29 event! Register at JBLMmwr.com/races.

The swim starts in American Lake at beautiful Shoreline Park, with the bike and run courses winding through the streets of Lewis North. The sprint distance includes a 500-meter swim, a 14-mile bike ride and a 5K run, while the Olympic distance starts with a 1500-meter swim, followed by a 25mile bike ride and a 10K run.

Register early for best pricing and to guarantee a race T-shirt in your requested size.

See the chart on the facing page for pricing details.

Once you’re registered, here’s what you need to know for race day.

• Pick up your race packet at Shoreline Park Friday, Aug. 28, 5–7 p.m. or on race day from 7–8:45 a.m.

• After the pre-race briefing at 8:45 a.m., the Olympic distance participants start at 9, followed by sprint at 9:10.

• The awards ceremony is at 11 a.m., with the top three male and female finishers in each distance and age group winning awards.

Snacks and water will be available after the race. All participants are entered for a chance to win a Garmin Forerunner 210, a Fit Bit Fitness Band and a $200 Visa gift card.

Details: 253-967-4768.

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Family & the homefront

Fun stay-active options for kids of all ages Child, Youth & School Services offers sports and classes, such as a five-day basketball camp Aug. 10–14 and Parent Caddy Golf Jam Wednesday, Aug. 12.

Have fun with youth sports Spend the last month of summer having fun with Child, Youth & School Services!

Fall soccer registration is open through Saturday, Aug. 1. Enroll ages 5–15 for $55 and ages 3–4 (bumblebee soccer) for $20.

Swoosh! Register your youth ages 5–18 for basketball camp. Camp is Aug. 10–14.

Ages 5–11 play 9–11 a.m. and ages 12–18 play 1–3 p.m. Basketball is open to ages 5–18 for $35; register by Friday, Aug. 7.

Plus, sign up now for the Wednesday, Aug. 12 Parent Caddy Golf Jam. It’s at Whispering Firs Golf Course and is open to ages 5–18 and their caddy (parent/ guardian). The cost is $20 for youth. Register by Tuesday, Aug. 11.

Our friends from across the pond are back at JBLM for British Soccer Camp!

The July camp at Lewis Main was a blast — join them for the McChord Field camp Aug. 17–21! Costs, times, details and registration at ChallengerSports.com (open now through the start of each camp).

Attend special storytime event SKIESUnlimited is hosting a special sensory-friendly storytelling and art event Wednesday, Aug. 19, 10–11 a.m.

Youngsters of all ages are invited to enjoy a story and art project in a soothing environment.

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Main, 6398 Garcia Blvd. Call for more information: 253-966-3539.

Dance, tumble and kick your way to a good time!

Whether your child loves to twirl, cartwheel or throw a punch in a boxing ring, SKIESUnlimited has the class options for you. Choose from dance, gymnastics, boxing, karate, art, parent-and-me, piano, music and more!

Enroll for September classes Aug. 1–28 at http://JBLMcyssRegistration.com. Once you’re online, click on the SKIESUnlimited photo (bottom right section) to narrow your search to SKIES classes. Registration opens the first of the month (for the following month’s classes) and always closes on the fourth Friday of the month.

For more information or to get involved in teaching or promoting the program, call 253-966-3539.

Join the CYSS Facebook community Have a question about CYSS? Find it on Facebook! At fb.com/JBLMcyss, you can: • Find the latest youth sports calendar — Fall sports are coming soon.

• Learn what’s going on at Raindrops & Rainbows Parent and Child Play Center each weekday.

• Find a registration checklist.

• Stay up to date on special events.

• See photos from our latest adventures — such as the Jonathan Stewart Military ProCamp.

It’s easy to register with CYSS If you’re new to JBLM (welcome!) or haven’t registered your Family yet, do it today! The free registration process is simple. Call Parent Central Services at 253-966-CYSS to schedule a registration appointment and bring the following with you: government ID card, work and home contact information, two local emergency contacts, shot records, LES/paystub or proof of full time-student status (only if enrolling in full- or part-day or before/ after care) and a sports physical valid through the entire season, if enrolling in sports. Registration is required before enrolling in sports, SKIESUnlimited classes and child care. Visit one of our two locations — 2295 12th St. at Lewis Main and 560 Lincoln Blvd. at McChord Field.

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HEAD TO FREEDOM PARK FOR SUMMER FUN

Skateboarders compete in inaugural JBLM Skate Jam Freedom Park offers the JBLM community a place to cool off (splash park), play (ADA-accessible playground) and throw tricks (skate plaza).

JBLM’s one-of-a-kind skate plaza has been open to skaters and trick bikers for nearly four years. Earlier this summer, the plaza saw 50 skaters compete in the inaugural JBLM Skate Jam, hosted by Rhythm Ride Shop and Family & MWR (results below).

The skate plaza — while a Family-friendly location — is open to everyone, whether you’re a 7-year-old wanting to skate like big brother, a teen or a Service Member. The plaza’s on Liggett Avenue, adjacent to Photos by Staff Sgt. Micah VanDyke | 19th Public Affairs Detachment Bowl Arena Lanes at Lewis Main, and is currently open from 5 a.m.–10:30 p.m. Lights for safer skating turn off automatically.

Top left: Local area skater 8-yearEven if you’ve been skating for years, the JBLM skate plaza isn’t like anything else you’ve seen before. old Evan Muangkhao does an From the Mount Rainier Gap, a pyramid-style launch ramp, to the bronze skate plaza sign, each feature ollie during competition. was custom-made for JBLM. Everything in the plaza is not only skateable, it’s visually appealing.

Above: The winner of the 13-andyounger division, 13-year-old What are you waiting for? Grab your board and head to the skate plaza! If you don’t know how to Vincent Connell, performs a kickride but want to learn, chances are you’ll pick up a few tricks and skills from the skaters at the park. flip while practicing for the com-

Results of the inaugural JBLM Skate Jam 13 & younger division 1st place, Vincent Connell — 2nd place, Jordan Wilson — 3rd place, Ryan Bordash 14 & older division 1st place Andrew Myers — 2nd place Thomas Brittain — 3rd place Yasser Dunn Best trick, Thomas Brittain won with a hard flip over the big rail to flat.

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petition at the Skate Jam. Skaters competed for a Dell laptop, Xbox 360 and many other prizes.

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Support, classes & fun for your Family From parenting classes (123 Magic) and fun events (Spouses Out on the Town), Armed Forces Community Service offers assistance for your Family.

Get to know more about us at the AFCS Roadshow, coming soon to JBLM.

Prepare for your next career with the SFAC Education Fair The Service Member and Family Assistance Center is hosting an Education Fair Thursday, Aug. 13, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at 9059 Gardner Loop, Lewis Main. Now’s the time to prepare for your next career by learning more about education programs, colleges and training opportunities! Representatives from local and online colleges, technical and trade schools, apprenticeship programs and vocational programs will be onsite.

Warrior Transition Battalion Service Members and Family members, Service Members going through a Medical Board (Integrated Disability Evaluation System, IDES) and their Family members are encouraged to attend; all Service Members are welcome! For more information, call 253-966-8433/6916.

Head to Seattle with Spouses Out on the Town Spouses Out on the Town is a monthly bus tour for spouses to introduce you to sites and cities outside of JBLM. This month we’re taking you to Seattle Tuesday, Aug. 18. We have plenty of room and invite you to join us — don’t forget to bring lunch (or money for lunch). There are two pick-up locations: AFCS Waller Hall (Lewis Main) and Service Member & Family Readiness Center (McChord Field); departure times are 7:30 and 8 a.m., respectively.

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Registration is required: JBLMafcs.checkappointments.com (under the Newcomers tab). Call 253-967-3633 for more information.

The bus tours in September and October will explore the local area — you can expect slightly later pick-up times for those (9 and 9:30 a.m.).

Making a difference at JBLM It’s not too early to start thinking about a “Make a Difference Day” project! Make a Difference Day is the most encompassing national day of helping others. Held annually on the fourth Saturday in October, millions of Americans are rallied into a single day of action to help change the world.

Share your community spirit at JBLM by getting your unit, organization and/or coworkers involved in Make a Difference Day scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24.

Everyone can participate. Find a need in your community and use the power of Make a Difference Day to mobilize your Family, your neighbors or your entire community into a day of action!

For more information, call the Installation Volunteer Corps Program Manager at 253-967-2324.

Earn promotion points with AFCS classes!

Soldiers (with ranks of E-4 and E-5) have the opportunity to earn promotion points by attending certain Armed Forces Community Service classes. Classes in-

clude, but are not limited to, the Family Advocacy Program’s New Parent Support Program parenting classes, Financial Readiness Program classes (excluding required classes for first-termers), Mobilization & Deployment (including FRG) classes and workshops, Armed Forces Family Team Building Military Knowledge and Personal Growth, Resiliency and Leadership Classes, as well as Army Family Team Building Levels I–III (available at MyArmyOneSource.com).

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3-18.b.(4) and AR 350-1, para. 4.14.c.

Some restrictions apply: You must have a DA Form 87 or a local certificate of training signed by a LTC/GS-13 or higher. You can’t receive points for classes that are mandated for you to take (i.e., mandatory FAP/NPSP or financial classes). For additional information, call 253-967-7166.

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Get to know us, learn about programs and services at the AFCS Roadshow As a joint base, some of our services and programs bear different names than you might be accustomed to if you’re from a traditional Army or Air Force installation. Armed Forces Community Service is such an example. If you have an Army background, you might be familiar with Army Community Service. If you’re from an Air Force installation, you’re probably familiar with the Airman & Family Readiness Center.

AFCS is combination of both Army and AF Family programs and resources. Recognizing that AFCS is an unfamiliar name, we’re embarking on a year-long awareness campaign to educate Service Members, Family members, retirees, veterans, DOD civilians and community partners (at and outside JBLM) about our programs and resources. We plan to conduct unit briefings, host some “pop-up” events at Lewis Main, Lewis North and McChord Field and more.

We’re kicking off our “AFCS Roadshow” this month — follow us on fb.com/JBLMafcs to see where we’ll be hosting events and doing some fun stuff!

Select AFCS events

Date

Details

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Mondays

253-967-1453

FACT Men

M/W, Aug. 3–26

253-967-5901

Toddler Play Group

Tuesdays

253-967-5901

24/7 Dad

Tuesdays

253-967-5901

Baby Play Group

Tuesdays & Thursdays

253-967-5901

Credit Reports & Credit Repairs

Monday, Aug. 3

253-967-1453

Growth/Resiliency: Don’t Forget You!

Tuesday, Aug. 4

253-967-2382

123 Magic

T/Th, Aug. 4–13

253-967-5901

Dr. Dad

Tuesdays, Aug. 4 & 11

253-967-5901

Military Caregiver PEER Forum

Wednesday, Aug. 5

253-329-6548

International Spouse cooking orientation

Wednesday, Aug. 5

253-967-3628

Growth/Resiliency: Leading from the Front

Thursday, Aug. 6

253-967-2382

Joint Newcomers’ Orientation/Bus Tour

Tuesday, Aug. 11

253-967-3628/ 253-982-2695

Growth/Resiliency: It’s Time to Serve

Tuesday, Aug. 11

253-967-2382

Reunion workshop

Tuesday, Aug. 11

253-967-8430

Tuesday Tea

Tuesday, Aug. 11

253-965-5047

Volunteer Orientation & training

Wednesday, Aug. 12

253-967-2324

Financially Fit

Wednesdays, Aug. 12 & 26

253-982-2695

Understanding AER

Wednesday, Aug. 12

253-967-1453

Résumé 101

Thursday, Aug. 13

253-982-9675

Education Fair

Thursday, Aug. 13

253-966-8433/ 253-982-6916

EFMP Family-friendly movie

Saturday, Aug. 15

253-982-2695

Spouses Out on the Town

Tuesday, Aug. 18

253-967-3633

Debt management

Wednesday, Aug. 19

253-967-1453

Leadership Development

Aug. 19–21

253-967-2382

The Complete Federal Résumé

Thursday, Aug. 20

253-982-9675

Basics of investing

Friday, Aug. 21

253-967-1453

EFMP Camp JBLM

Aug. 21–23

253-967-3464

Home-buying Basics

Tuesday, Aug. 25

253-967-1453

Healthy Communication

Friday, Aug. 28

253-967-5901

Military Knowledge Class

Aug. 31–Sept. 3

253-967-2382

Register for AFCS classes at JBLMafcs.checkappointments.com. For details, call the phone number listed, visit the event calendar at JBLMmwr.com or “like” us at fb.com/JBLMafcs.

The AFCS Relocation Readiness Program has briefings, Smooth Move workshops, sponsorship training and resources. Call 253-967-3633 or 253-982-2695 for information. For a complete list of programs and events, view issuu.com/jblmacs/stacks.

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Share the love of books, 1,300 times ‘thank you’ to the readers of the 2015 Summer Reading Program Congratulations to ‘Reading to the Rhythm’ participants!

The JBLM libraries would like to extend a big “thank you” to all the summer readers and their Families for participating in the Summer Reading Program!

More than 1,300 readers and prereaders — children, teens and adults — joined in the fun at Book Patch and McChord libraries during this season.

We read stories, had fun with foil, glue and rock n’ roll attitude, got our feet tappin,’ had a lip sync battle and an all-around heavy metal, head-banging, soul-quenching, rappin’ good time! The prereaders, young readers and adults completed many hours of reading, and everyone was successful during “Read to the Rhythm.”

Everyone who completed all three reading levels is invited to the grand finale events — McChord Library on Tuesday, Aug. 4 and Book Patch Library’s at Grandstaff Library Thursday, Aug. 6 from 1–3 p.m. Stop by for some food and fun!

For more information on the Summer Reading Program, call Book Patch Library at 253-967-5533 or McChord Library at 253-982-3454.

As the school year begins, join us at Book Patch for our year-round Family storytime Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. and at McChord Library Thursdays at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. You’ll have a great time reading silly stories, singing songs and making a fun craft.

Check in with your libraries for Teen Read Week in October and December’s Winter Reading Program.

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Photos by Rodel Nilo

The annual Summer Reading Program boasts more than 39,000 hours read this year! The finale events at Book Patch and McChord libraries early this month will celebrate participants who read at least 30 hours during “Read to the Rhythm.”

learn something new Register online for these great library events!

Step up your crochet skills in fourpart class If you have the basics of crochet

Turn your recycled objects into something beautiful

second rule of Geek Club: Talk about Geek Club. Join us Thursday, Aug. 27 at 5 p.m. to discuss cosplay, anime,

You separate trash from recyclable

manga, LARP and everything geek.

under your skills belt, step up the game

items at home and work. Have you ever

with an intermediate skills class at

thought of reusing those magazines

Geek Club is a monthly event held on

McChord Library. The four-part series

instead of recycling them? Learn to turn

the last Thursday.

is Mondays, Aug. 10, 17, 24 and 31 at

recycles into treasure with Upcycle Craft

5 p.m. Bring your hooks and yarns

Night! We’ll turn old magazines and

and join us to learn new stitches and

water bottles into practical-yet-pretty

improve methods. This class is suitable

home decor items Wednesday, Aug. 19 at

for ages 12 and older. For more informa-

McChord Library.

tion, call 253-982-3454.

Become a ‘Novel Navigator’ Join McChord Library’s book discussion group for adults, Novel Navigators.

At the Wednesday, Aug. 12 meeting, we’ll discuss “Suspect” by Robert Crais.

A limited number of copies are avail-

This class is for those who are 18 and older. All materials are provided. The class is held on the third Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. Register through

Building blocks & imaginations with Lego Club Children ages 3 and older are invited to get creative and have fun building at McChord Library’s Lego Club! Held Saturday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m., this creative workshop is free and registration opens Saturday, Aug. 29 (space is limited). To

the Calendar of Events page at JBLMmwr.

reserve your spot, register at JBLMmwr.

com/libraries or call 253-982-3454.

com/libraries or call 253-982-3454.

Join the Geek Club

and your children provide the imagina-

The library provides the Lego bricks,

able at the circulation desk. Register in

First rule of Geek Club: Respect the

tion! The workshop is held monthly on

person to receive a copy. Novel Naviga-

Geek. Are you a geek? Bring your brain,

the first Saturday. Watch the Calendar

tors meets on the second Wednesday of

passion and favorite references to

of Events page at JBLMmwr.com/libraries

each month at 4:30 p.m.

McChord Library and remember the

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