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FOCUS IN THIS ISSUE
TABLE OF CONTENTS MWR CRD
BOD
Arts & Crafts Center
Beachwood CDC
BOSS Libraries
Bowl Arena Lanes
Grandstaff & Book Patch Library McChord Library
Special Events SFA
American Lake Conference Center
Habañero Mexican Grill
Auto Centers Leisure Travel Services
Warrior Zone
Warrior Zone Cafe
Family Child Care Hillside Youth Center Lewis North SAC Madgian CDC McChord CDC
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WHAT EXACTLY IS MWR?
WINTER GOLF SPECIALS
MWR TAKE-OUT MENUS
Northwest Adventure Center Adventures Unlimited
McChord Club Texas Roadhouse
Cascade SAC Clarkmoor CDC
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Outdoor Recreation
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Dining & Clubs Battle Bean Coffees
All gyms and pools
CYS
Golf Courses Whispering Firs Eagle's Pride
Parent Central Services School Support Services
Youth Sports
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FEATURES
12 Resiliency means finding strength to go on This past year has been rough-and-tumble. What does it take to get us through hard times? Here are tips and resources on staying sane and finding wellness support.
28 SFA launches new Fit Club & Greatest Loser JBLM’s Sports, Fitness & Aquatics program will help you keep your New Year’s fitness resolutions with fun virtual competitions, plus big prizes. The Greatest Loser winners from 2020 also share how their lives changed for the better.
38 JBLM libraries offer contests, fun projects Get in on JBLM libraries’ bookmark contest, Mad Science with Shelly, Winter Reading program and much more.
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PERSONALIZE ITEMS WITH ARTS & CRAFTS
REMOTE LEARNING TIPS
YOUTH ACTIVITY PUZZLE PAGES
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Name: Michelle Durgin Title: Deputy DFMWR Time with MWR: Almost 20 years Time at JBLM MWR: Almost 1 year
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orale, Welfare and Recreation means so many things to so many people because the services and programs provided by MWR directly relate to recruitment, retention and readiness. As an Army youth, I used MWR whenever I went to the youth center or worked out at the gym. One of my first jobs was as a summer hire in a child development center. While I was in college, I continued to spend my vacations working at the CDC, and when I graduated from college, I was offered the opportunity to move back to Germany and work at a CDC. Almost 20 years later, I don’t have any regrets. MWR provided me the opportunity to give back to Service members and their families, while still getting to travel. I have been stationed at Stuttgart, Hohenfels, Carson, Riley, Campbell and now JBLM. The professional opportunities to grow have been enormous — I started in a toddler classroom and now am serving as deputy director for one of the largest MWR programs in the Army. If you’re willing to try things outside of your comfort zone, the large of umbrella of MWR is here to challenge you. Personally, I’ve made many good friends and met my partner while working for MWR. The thing that brings us all together and forms a common foundation is the desire to serve. Whether it’s at a gym, CDC, library, golf course, Arts & Crafts Center, Warrior Zone, bowling center, Leisure Travel Services or outdoor recreation, MWR has something for everyone, provided by people who want nothing more than to take care of others.
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The MWR Vision
‘Committed to Service Enhancing Readiness Foundation of the Army Culture’ We work to integrate and deliver Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs and services enabling readiness and resilience for a globally responsive Army. JBLMmwr.com
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What exactly is MWR?
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stands for: Morale Noun mo·rale The mental and emotional condition of an individual or group with regard to the function or tasks at hand.
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The first point of MWR is morale, an important aspect of professional and personal life for civilians and Service members alike. There’s a reason that morale comes first — without targeting and providing morale, we would be unable to move forward in focusing on welfare and recreation. From unit parties or family dinners at Habañero Mexican Grill to participating in Warrior Adventure Quest, one of our main goals is providing outlets to help boost morale.
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stands for: Welfare Noun wel¡fare The state of doing well, especially in respect to good fortune, happiness, well-being or prosperity.
Our next point is welfare, something that drives us here at MWR. Even if morale is at a high, without welfare how can an individual and, in turn, the community be successful? That’s the reason we offer a wide variety of resources that target the improvement of welfare. The Directorate of Personal & Family Readiness offers a wide variety of programs and resources for your use. The goal in all of their resources is to promote and teach resiliency, stability and self-reliance. Examples of programming include the Financial Readiness Program, retirement services and military and family life counseling. The concept of welfare is also achieved through Child & Youth Services, which allow you to know that when your children are at a CYS facility, they’re in good hands, leaving you with peace of mind and the ability to focus on the task at hand. JBLMmwr.com
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Recreation Noun rec·re·a·tion Activity done for enjoyment when one is not working
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We end with recreation, and for good reason. While it’s one of our largest categories in terms of options available, it cannot be achieved without the other two categories. It’s something that’s important, but still comes behind morale and welfare. Recreational opportunities within MWR are nearly endless, especially here at JBLM. We have golf courses, walking trails, equipment rentals, Warrior Zone, libraries and the Arts & Crafts Center among others. You’ll find that while each of these facilities are clearly within the boundaries of recreation, they also each have hands in supporting morale and welfare. They complete the brand that is MWR and tie all that we do to one central theme — that we do it for you.
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‘But I don’t use MWR’...Actually you do!
MWR CRD
BOD
Arts & Crafts Center
Beachwood CDC
BOSS Libraries Grandstaff & Book Patch Library McChord Library
Special Events SFA All gyms and pools
Auto Centers Leisure Travel Services
Outdoor Recreation Northwest Adventure Center Adventures Unlimited
Warrior Zone
CYS
Bowl Arena Lanes Dining & Clubs American Lake Conference Center Battle Bean Coffees Habañero Mexican Grill McChord Club Texas Roadhouse Warrior Zone Cafe
Golf Courses Whispering Firs Eagle's Pride
Cascade SAC Clarkmoor CDC Family Child Care Hillside Youth Center Lewis North SAC Madgian CDC McChord CDC Parent Central Services School Support Services
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JBLM MWR at •82 Programs & facilities •All with 1,062 employees
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3.2 million Annual Total Visits
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a Glance •More than $50 million in revenue
1,768,794
Sports, Fitness, & Aquatics visits
644,111
Library Interactions Nearly 175k Recreation Center Visits
5 Washington Military Youth of the Year Winners from our middle school & teen program Audubon International Certified-Including
2 Championship Golf Courses
533,037
Business Operations Division Transactions Nearly 13k registered CYS families
All numbers are pre-COVID-19. We hope to be able to return to these numbers once it is safe to do so.
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FEATURE
Resiliency means finding strength to go on
By Patti Jeffrey
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his past year has been rough-andtumble, and we’re no doubt looking toward better things to come. With each January issue, we usually like to give you a look forward to what you can enjoy – winter sports, activities and play. This month, we also want to incorporate taking care of yourself, since this winter’s emotional climate is unlike any we’ve seen. You’ve heard of resiliency throughout your military life but perhaps haven’t needed it as continually as you have this past year. What does resiliency look like when facing a whole new year with unresolved issues? How can we continue to resist giving up or giving in to fear or anger?
What gets us through hard times This question was recently posed on social media: “____ gets me through tough times.” The folks who were asked this question have
all faced serious health issues on top of the 2020 issues. Their answers were humor, music, pets, friends, family, sharing, reading, faith, kindness and love. Let’s break that down:
Humor Whatever small things you can do or say to break tension and bring some levity to an otherwise stressful day can make a world of difference in your outlook. A mom or dad who has to remind their kiddo one too many times to do their homework might end the situation in tears. Or they might just take a moment to step back and say, “Hey, do you need a cookie? I need one too, so let’s take a cookie break and then get back to homework.” Ways to incorporate humor into your family’s day are like a breath of fresh air. For instance, have your family members write down their favorite joke and drop it in a “joke jar.” Then, whenever you need a break, you can pull one out and
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Finding mental health and well-being support This can be a stressful time. It is okay to seek out and ask for help. The resources here are a good place to start. Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255 Washington Listens, 1-833-681-0211 For support and resources if you are experiencing excess stress due to COVID-19.
Crisis Text Line: Text “HEAL” to 741741 Provides confidential text access from anywhere in the U.S. to a trained crisis counselor. read it aloud. Or you can borrow a joke book from the library and take turns reading jokes to each other.
Music How many of us infuse music into our days? It’s a known remedy for the blues to sing aloud, play instruments or just listen to soothing, relaxing songs. Parents soothe their children to sleep with bedtime songs, so why not adapt the same approach to soothing our own tensions and worries?
Pets There’s so much stress relief waiting for you at your door with the wag of a tail and soulful eyes wanting to cuddle and console you. Pets help you regulate your own moods when you take care of them, get outside for walks and play with them.
Crisis Connections, 1-866-427-4747 Connects people in physical, emotional and financial crisis to services.
National Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746. Warm Line, 1-877-500-9276 For people living with emotional and mental health challenges.
Teen Link, 1-866-833-6546 A help line for teens by teens.
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Friends and family We’ve been texting, video chatting and even calling our friends and family members like crazy this past year. How about writing them letters? Putting our thoughts down on paper helps clarify what we hold in our hearts for our friends and family. It also slows us down and helps us focus on what’s really important in our lives. For those who live with us, hugs and “I love you” do wonders, and you can never overdo them!
Sharing You’ve heard the slogan, “Sharing is caring.” Did you know that the caring part goes both ways? Those who give and care about others also feel better about themselves. As you spread your habit of sharing, you might just experience what research has confirmed: Sharing can be contagious!
Reading Books lead you into a whole world of possibilities and hope. Find inspirational book lists at your JBLM libraries! Challenge yourself to read a new novel, biography, history or humor book instead of watching TV or browsing social media. You’ll likely come away with a renewed sense of hope and optimism.
Faith, kindness and love When faced with adversity, we can choose to respond however we wish. Whether we hold a belief in a higher power or not, we still all carry values. While we may feel pangs of fear, grief or anger when encountering an event, we have the power to choose how we’ll react. For instance, when your spouse or child does something that provokes your anger, you can take three deep breaths and remember to act in love. When you hear yet another disturbing event in the news, you can process through your mixed emotions and act in integrity and kindness, even when on social media. When you intentionally set a goal to be kinder to others, you’ll reap the rewards. Examples include expressing sincerely felt kindness to a co-worker, making a special effort to extend kind words to a neighbor, holding the door for someone carrying bags or taking time to help a loved one. Finding resiliency is also finding help. Asking for help is a
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courageous and powerful thing to do! If you’re feeling stressed or need assistance emotionally or financially, please use the Resilient JBLM resources as your community navigator to get connected to base resources. Also use the Washington State COVID-19 resources listed here for more resources. Many have commented that we’re in this together, whether or not we’re in the same boat. Whatever your viewpoint or where you’re at in life, we can all agree that resiliency helps us not only survive, but grow stronger in the midst of the storm.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The Ingredients of Resilience Resilience is the ability to bounce back from diďŹƒcult experiences. You can practice self-care through the four ingredients of resilience.
Flexibility & adaptability
Purpose
View changes as opportunities for growth.
Stay true to your core values. Identify what motivates you and let go of trying to meet other’s expectations of you. Do more things that bring you a sense of peace or calm.
Connection
Hope
Hold on to healthy relationships in your life. This could be friends, family, social groups, pets, or a higher power.
Positivity is a powerful tool. It is okay to think about negative possibilities, but give equal attention to positive possibilities.
If you are feeling stressed because of COVID-19, call Washington Listens at 1-833-681-0211.
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Eagle’s Pride & Whispering Firs Golf Special Tee between 10 a.m. and 12:50 p.m. Monday–Thursday and pay $22 green fees and receive a sleeve of golf balls. Add a cart for $14 per rider. Cart rental times at Eagle’s Pride are limited; please call the pro shop for availability. (May not be used with the JBLM Golf Pass on holidays, tournaments, outings or combined with other specials. Balls may not be exchanged for different balls. Special ceases when ball supply runs out.)
JBLM golf’s Super Sundays Pay for one regularly priced green fee and get the second green fee at half off. Must pay full price for the higher of two green fees. Available Sundays after 11 a.m. May not be used for holidays, tournaments, outings or combined with other discounted green fees.
January Pro Shop Sale All clothing and gloves in stock 15% off!
Hole in Fun Enter the hole-in-one fun contest! For $1, you can win the prize fund if you make a hole in one on any par 3. Winners receive a gift certificate equal to the amount of the fund. Must register in pro shop. Same day entry only.
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Individual and group golf lessons available from Head Golf Professional John Eisentrout.
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Snack Bar open weekdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. for takeout. Save some time, call in orders to 253-967-4661!
BOWL ARENA LANES STRIKE ZONE MENU 16” FRESH PIZZA
BURGERS & SANDWICHES Make it a combo! Add fries, chips or a small salad with a foutain drink for $3 more! 1/4 lb. Hamburger 1/2 lb. Hamburger 1/4 lb. Cheeseburger 1/2 lb. Cheeseburger 1/4 lb. Bacon Cheeseburger 1/2 lb. Bacon Cheeseburger Philly Cheese Steak Chicken Cheese Steak Cajun Chicken Cheese Steak Hot Dog Chili Dog Grilled Chicken Fish Sandwich Grilled Ham & Cheese Grilled Cheese Fish & Chips Club Sandwich Tuna, Turkey, Ham Sandwich Tuna Melt BLT Slider
$3.95 $5.50 $4.50 $6.25 $5.50 $6.95 $6.25 $6.25 $6.25 $3.75 $4.50 $6.25 $5.25 $4.25 $3.75 $7.45 $6.50 $3.95 $4.95 $4.95 $5.50
Pepperoni Cheese Italian Sausage Supreme Vegetable 7” Flatbread
Add extra toppingss: $2.25 each Pepperoni, Italian Sausage, Beef, Ham, Green Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Black Olives, Jalapeños, Pineapple
BEVERAGES Fountain Drink Bottled Water Orange Juice Milk/Chocolate Milk Energy Drink Draft Domestic (16 oz.) Draft Micro (16 oz.) Domestic Bottle (12 oz.) Import Bottle (16 oz.)
SALADS House Salad House Salad with Grilled Chicken Fried Chicken Salad Taco Salad Side Salad
$2.00 $1.50 $2.50 $2.50 $3.95 $4.50 $5.25 $4.00 $5.25
EXTRAS $5.50 $7.95 $7.95 $7.95 $3.75
STARTERS & SIDES Nachos Nacho Supreme Mozarella Sticks (5) French Fries Pickle Chips Onion Rings Cheese Fries Chili Cheese Fries Hot Wings (6) Hot Wings (10) Chicken Tenders (4) Bowl Chili or Soup Corn Dog Potato Chips Candy Bar
$16.00 $15.00 $16.00 $21.00 $18.00 $4.25
$3.95 $5.95 $4.95 $2.50 $4.95 $3.25 $2.95 $3.95 $6.50 $9.95 $5.75 $3.95 $2.95 $1.75 $1.75
Salad Dressing Dipping Sauce Guacamole Tomato Nacho Cheese Bacon Fish Chicken Tender Extra Beef Patty Salsa Sour Cream Jalapeños Chili Cheese Slice Philly Meat Taco Meat Chicken Breast
$0.75 $0.75 $0.95 $0.65 $0.95 $0.95 $1.75 $1.75 $1.95 $0.75 $0.75 $0.75 $1.25 $0.75 $3.50 $1.95 $4.95
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Warrior Zone Café open weekdays, 10:30 a.m.–6 p.m. for takeout. Call in orders to 253-477-5833. FLATBREAD PIZZA
Meat Lovers 7” 5.75/12” 8.75 Sweet Italian sausage, bacon, pepperoni, Genoa salami, mozzarella & tomato sauce 2x Pepperoni 7” 5.75/12” 8.75 Pepperoni, more pepperoni, mozzarella & tomato sauce Chicken Bacon 7” 5.75/12” 8.95 Chicken, bacon, mozzarella, tomato, green onion & ranch drizzle Five-0 7” 5.75/12” 8.75 Pineapple, BBQ chicken, green peppers, onions, olives, mozzarella & tomato sauce
WRAPS OR SANDWICHES
Turkey Bacon Ranch 6.00 Smoked turkey, bacon, American, lettuce, tomato & ranch Chicken Chipotle 6.00 Roasted chicken, pepper jack, lettuce, tomato & ancho chipotle sauce Buffalo Tender 7.25 Buffalo chicken tenders, provolone, tomato & lettuce The Cuban 6.95 Roasted Chicken, ham, Swiss, pickles, chipotle & Dijon mustard Philly Cheese Steak 7.25 Shaved beef, onions, pepper strips & Provolone
QUESADILLAS
*Served with two sauces
B.C.Q. 7.95 Beef, bacon, cheddar jack, red onion, tomato, ketchup & mustard Veggie 7.75 Mozzarella, green peppers, onion, diced tomato, black olives, spinach, salt & pepper Buffalo Chicken 7.75 Spicy Buffalo chicken, cheddar jack, red onion & sour cream Cheese Quesadilla 5.75 Cheddar jack cheese served with salsa & sour cream
BURGERS
*Add fries & fountain soda for 2.75 Classic American Slider 7.25 3 mini burgers, American cheese, ketchup, mustard & pickle Cowboy Bacon Slider 7.25 3 mini burgers, pepper jack, bacon, lettuce & BBQ sauce Angus Beef Burger 6.95 1/4lb Angus burger, onion, mayo, lettuce & tomato on a Kaiser bun (Add cheese of your choice, only .75) Mesquite Chicken 5.95 Mesquite chicken breast with Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion & mayo on a potato bun
GOURMET SALADS
Chef Salad 7.75 Turkey, ham, cheddar, romaine, tomato, red onion, cucumber, hard-boiled egg Chicken Cobb 7.75 Diced chicken, bacon, romaine, tomato, red onion, Gorgonzola, hard-boiled egg Chicken Spinach 7.75 Spinach, chicken, Parmesan cheese, almond slices, tomato
WINGS
Wings 7.75/6 or 13.75/10 Six or 10 jumbo wings & ranch dressing. Choose from: Buffalo, BBQ, honey BBQ, garlic Parmesan, lemon pepper, Korean BBQ, Mango habañero or naked.
OTHER
(3) Piece Chicken Tenders & Fries Teriyaki Rice Bowl Choose from steak or chicken Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese
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JBLM’s Top Shooter Competition
Compete in 4 or more range events from January to March to earn points. Prizes awarded to the top 3 shooters. Cost: $10 per shooter. Plus range event fees. 11 range events will be held at: Shotgun Shooting Complex Range 15 (Pistol & Rifle Range) Archery Course (next to Shotgun Complex)
For more information or to register call: 253-967-7056. Winners will be announced March 31, 2021.
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A part of the JBLM Top Shooter Competition
WINTER FUN SHOOTS Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13 Shotgun Shooting Complex Registration: 9-10 a.m. Shooting:10 a.m.-UTC Cost: $20 per shooter. No preregistration required. Includes one round each of five-stand trap and skeet. Shotguns available to rent. Personally owned firearms must be registered on JBLM.
Compete as Beginner, Hunter or Experienced.
Prizes awarded to the top shooter in each category Shooters must provide their own ammunition or purchase from the range. Ammo used at the range must be 2ž or less and 7½ to 9 shot size.
3969 2nd. Division Range Rd. 253-967-7056
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Winter Reading Program
Dec. 21 - Jan. 30 Open to all ages
Pre readers and readers up to 3rd grade pick up a reading log from your library or download from JBLMlibraries.com All other readers - Read two chapter books or novels and record on Beanstack. Max two prizes.
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Take on these physical challenges to earn your JBLM Fit Club shirt
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BLM Fit Club is a new virtual program led by Sports, Fitness and Aquatics starting in January 2021. The goal of this event is to start your new year off right with physically and mentally challenging fitness events. JBLM Sports, Fitness and Aquatics challenges participants in endurance, strength and mental fortitude. This challenge is one that will do truly that — challenge you to new places in your mental and physical health. The seven challenges are listed below and will be described in more detail on the following pages. • Complete a 10K run in 1 hour. • Swim 1 mile in 1 hour. • Bike 40 miles outdoors in 2.5 hours. • 500 burpees in 12 hours. • 500 or 1,000 lbs. Lifts (squats, bench press, deadlift). • MURPH Workout of the Day (1 mile, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 squats, 1-mile run with 20 lbs. weighted vest). • Box Jump Mount Everest (29,029 ft.). Participants who successfully complete one of the fitness challenges will receive a T-shirt (limited to the first 500). Participants can earn multiple shirts, but only one per challenge. Anyone completing all seven challenges will receive a bonus T-shirt. All challenges must be verifiable (GPS data upload, video footage, witness).
1. Complete 10k in 1 hour In order to complete a 10K in 1 hour, you have to keep a pace of 9:40 per mile. The run must be verified by GPS watch/ phone or uploading to an app.
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2. Swim 1 mile in 1 hour Swim 100 meters every 3:45 minutes, and you’ll be set to complete 1 mile in 1 hour! The swim must be verified by video or a pool staff member.
3. Bike 40 miles in 2.5 hours Get ready to speed things up to 16 mph! In order to complete a 40-mile bike ride in 2.5 hours, you need to maintain a pace of 16 miles per hour. The bike must be verified by GPS watch/phone or through an app.
4. 500 burpees in 12 hours Love them burpees! In order to complete 500 burpees in 12 hours, you need to do 42 burpees every hour. Burpees must be verified by video with time stamp or fitness staff member. Burpees include the push-up portion.
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5. 500 or 1,000 lb. Lift of three exercises: Squat, Bench press, Deadlift Complete 1 rep max. of squat, bench press and dead life combined for a total weight of 500 or 1,000 lbs. Lifts must be verified by video with time stamp or fitness staff member.
6. MURPH WORKOUT OF THE DAY Complete a 1-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 squats and another 1-mile, all with a 20-lb. vest. Must be verified with GPS watch/phone or by uploading to an app.
7. Box Jump Mount everest Complete box jumps totaling 29,029 feet in just 12 hours. 12” box – 29,029 jumps 20” box – 17,418 jumps 24” box – 14,515 30” box – 11,612 jumps 36” box – 9,677 jumps
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• First name and last initial, contact phone number and starting weight. • Video of contestant standing on a scale. (For full details on video submissions and weigh-ins, visit JBLMsfa.com.)
So many success stories during last year’s Quarantine’s Greatest Loser
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WR Sports, Fitness & Aquatics is hosting a virtual challenge this new year — the JBLM Greatest Loser starting Thursday, Jan. 7. Through April 7, participants across JBLM can join in on this fun weight-loss competition that challenges our community to make the best of our New Year’s resolutions by adopting a long-term healthier lifestyle. This 90-day weight loss competition gives participants a chance to win premium fitness equipment! The scoring is based on highest body-weight percentage loss, and prizes include a Mirror Home Fitness with a one-year subscription, a rower and an Apple Watch 6. To participate, you must be at least 18 years old and have a valid JBLM DOD ID card. Access to a digital scale and mobile device with camera is also needed. To enter, email greatestloser@JBLMmwr.com with the information below: • Subject line of “Quarantine’s Greatest Loser.”
Below, we review some of the great success stories from Quarantine’s Greatest Loser as we look forward to seeing your progression this winter! Carly Mueller took first place during the Quarantine’s Greatest Loser contest, and she couldn’t have been happier. She writes, “I’m so grateful for everyone at MWR for putting on the Quarantine’s Greatest Loser Competition. In March, I was furloughed from my job, and my son’s school switched to virtual education due to COVID-19. “I took a chance and decided to sign up for the Quarantine’s Greatest Loser Competition. It was a great time for me to focus on myself and my health while the world around me seemed to slow to a halt. “I’ve made several sustainable changes to my diet and lifestyle throughout and beyond the duration of this competition, and it has had a profoundly positive impact on me and my family’s lives! We make healthy meals together and take family walks together every day. My kids even follow along while I do yoga in the mornings and the Facebook “Workout of the Day” in the afternoons. The workout each day, along with other MWR activities, such as the Virtual Trivia Nights, gave me something to actually look forward to every single day during quarantine — at a time that could easily have been a negative time of uncertainty, anxiety and dread. It turned into one of the greatest years of my life!” Continued on next page.
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Philisa Campbell won second place in the Quarantine’s Greatest Loser. After Philisa Campbell was informed that she won second place, she wrote, “My weight-loss journey began nine months ago (November 2019). I was 293 pounds. “Though I began to lose weight prior to the challenge, it helped me to find the motivation to surpass my plateau. Now my mindset is renewed toward achieving my endeavors. “Thank you, JBLM MWR, for contributing to my journey toward a better life.” Lester Mungro achieved third place among so many other contestants competing for prizes.
Congratulations to all who took part in the Quarantine’s Greatest Loser. We can’t wait to have you and new members of our community join us for the new year edition of JBLM’s Greatest Loser! We hope that you keep challenging yourselves to stay on the healthy course for life! We know it can be hard especially as the challenges
of 2020 seep into the new year, but here at MWR we want to offer you as many opportunities to stay positive and healthy from the safety of your homes as we can. The JBLM 2021 Greatest Loser challenge runs Jan. 7– April 7. For registration information and details on
We hope that you challenge yourselves to stay on a healthy course for life!
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how to report your results, please email greatestloser@ jblmmwr.com. We can’t wait to see all the progress you make in the new year! MWR recommends consulting with your physician prior to starting your weight loss journey.
Commander’s Cup Skeet League JAN 14–FEB 18 SHOTGUN SHOOTING COMPLEX $90 for 5 weeks or $18 per night. Register through the Intramural Sports Office by walk-in, phone or email. DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: JAN 11
WEEK 1: Skeet, Fix Trap, 5 Stand WEEK 2: Wobble Skeet, Trap, 5 Stand WEEK 3: Double Skeet, Wobble Trap WEEK 4: Double Trap, 5 Stand WEEK 5 CHAMPIONSHIP: Skeet, Trap, 5 Stand
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Arts & Crafts Here’s a New Year’s resolution that’s easy to keep: Check out what the Arts & Crafts Center can do for you! Need to get something engraved? Let our Master Engraver wow you with the results. Looking to custom frame family photos? We have endless options to fit any taste. Want to show off your business or unit in style? Give us your business, unit/squadron or command logo and choose the garment, style and color and we’ll do the rest. When you work with the us you get professional staff who are eager to work with you on any project you may have. So, this new year step up your game with the Arts & Crafts Center. Arts & Crafts is located at 1121 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field. Call 253-982-6719 for information. Take a look at the virtual catalog at JBLM.armymwr.com/ programs/arts-crafts.
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#JBLMSoundLiving
FREE Drive-In Movie N ights American Lake Conference Center
January 16 at 5pm February 13 at 5pm March 13 at 6pm April 10 at 6pm McChord Club
January 30 at 5pm February 27 at 5pm March 27 at 6pm April 24 at 6pm
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Virtual Teen Hangouts Hosted by JBLM libraries on Discord Every Monday at 4:30 p.m. Register at JBLMlibraries.com
Grandstaff Library
Book Patch Library
McChord Library
2109 N. 10th St. Lewis Main 253-967-5889
2109 N. 10th St. Lewis Main 253-967-5533
851 Lincoln Blvd. McChord Field 253-982-3454
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his month, the libraries have something for everyone. For those who are more creative and artistic, starting Jan. 4 look out for the Bookmark Contest. Hosted by Book Patch, people ages 3–18 are welcome to participate. There will be three age groups for contestants; ages 3–5, 6–12 and 13–18. Contestants will be able to design their own bookmark using a template provided. You can pick up your free materials kit from Book Patch or McChord libraries. Bookmarks should include the following: • Your favorite character from a book. • Words that promote JBLM Libraries. • Original artwork & ideas. Submit your bookmark design until Jan. 28. Winners will be announced via Facebook Jan. 30. Winning designs for each age bracket will receive a framed copy of their original design, as well as the honor of their bookmarks being reproduced and distributed at all three JBLM Library locations for patrons to use during February and March. For those with an interest in science and experiments, look for the monthly Mad Science with Shelly. Put your goggles on and participate in STEAM experiments virtually in the safety of your home. Demonstration videos of the experiments will be posted to the JBLM Library Facebook page every other Wednesday at 4 p.m. Patrons can register to pick up a free STEAM kit for each experiment one week prior, while supplies last. Register through engagedpatrons.org on the Library website. The schedule and topic of experiments through March: January 13th: Parachutes 27th: Pringles Arches February 10th: Exploding Boomerangs 24th: Straw Rockets March 10th: Grow Your Own Crystal 24th: Egg Drop Challenge
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For the reader of the family, don’t forget to participate in this year’s Winter Reading Program. The program runs through Jan. 30 and is open to all ages, prereaders, kids, teens and adults. It’s a helpful way to encourage reading for all ages. Maybe you’ve had the same book sitting on your night stand for the last couple weeks but have never had the motivation to crack it open — well, here’s your opportunity! All readers should register for free using the link at JBLMlibraries.com. For prereaders up to 3rd grade, you may pick up a reading log from your JBLM Library or download one from the library website, with instructions on what type of books to read and how to win a prize. For readers in 4th grade and up, your task is to read two chapter books and/or novels and record them through Beanstack. There’s a max of two prizes for each participant. For more information on all Library events visit JBLMlibraries.com
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VIRTUAL CHILD CAREGIVER JOB FAIR Tuesday, Jan. 26, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
Email your resume 7–11 a.m.
usarmy.jblm.chra-west.list.cpac-naf-jobs@mail.mil
• Phone interviews noon–5 p.m. • Tentative job offers extended next day
WorkatJBLM.com 253-966-6880
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JBLM kIds NEEd you! BECOME A FAMILY CHILd CARE PROVIdER!
* Earn up to $2,000 per month. *FREE TRAINING from Child & Youth Services!
Orientation: Jan.19 at 2275 Liggett Ave. Joint Base Lewis-McChord 6p.m. – 8p.m.
Due to the importance of the meeting, children are not allowed.
APPLY TODAY! 2275 Liggett Ave. at Lewis Main. Questions? Call 253-967-3039.
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Balancing expectations in remote learning with life in a pandemic OBJECTIVES • Gain skills and tools to assist your students with remote learning during COVID-19. • Provide resources for you and your student • Develop a network of support
Parents are the experts on their children and make the best decisions on what works best. You know your child better than anyone else. Trust yourself and know there is no “perfect balance” during this pandemic. No parent has this figured out and you are all doing the best you can given the current situation.
Tools & Techniques 1. Stop. Breathe. Talk. 2. Reframe parenting expectations. 3. Provide clear expectations. 4. Repair and apologize. 5. Family meetings.
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Reframe from parenting expectations. “Good” or bad.” These two words should not be used talking about how we are as parents. Parenting is a lifelong journey. Give yourself permission to reflect on the situation and try something different next time.
Tips and Tricks • Flexibility • Don’t try to re-create the classroom. • Find a space that works for your child. • Find a system that works for you to stay organized. • Don’t sweat the small stuff • Reassure yourself and your child
Routine — Children thrive on routines. • Stick to it. • Predictable schedule • Breaks • Planning and time management • Color-coded schedule. Let your children do this to make it their own. • Stay on a sleep schedule even if they are not physically going to a school building
Resources • Tutor.com, free for all active duty and federal employees • Khan Academy, khanacademy.org • Go Noodle, gonoodle.com • Military Child Education Coalition, militarychild.org • County Health Departments: Thurston County Health Department https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/phss/Pages/covid-19-resources.aspx Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department https://www.tpchd.org/healthy-people/diseases/covid-19-information-for-families Also look for support through local school districts in the form of workshops, virtual platform tutorials, academic support, parent engagement and more.
JBLM School Support Services has additional resources and is standing by to help with your school needs. Phone: 253-967-7195 JBLMcys.com and jblm.armymwr.com/happenings/school-information
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Child & Youth Services activity pages Find 10 differences between the two pictures below. Something may be a different color, something may be missing, something may be added, something may be a different size. With good detective work, we think you can spot them all!
Can you spot the 10 differences?
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January Word Search DN I O F C S E I S F K Y K H Y D B C C Y P D A D X T L E E I S R QDHOU S I CMN J S F A U K S Y P K AWR S G A L MDO I T D T T T A FWV H U F Y K E L R U E K P Z I H S U O F RWS H V R HD S B C X K Q A E E I T R A Q R T P AWS Y X S J A NQGQ I Z V T U B T E S DO J Z I N P L EWN V F J UWV I MU Y F V T J C X Y N C O E Z G V R B J F E E U MV X R R QH V T U F T A C OMA C I R Z K C N F U E D A C C Z P M E R F O F E Y V OQO Z V Y NH U J S L V X B S P A K Z I I L S K I E S
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new year's day
new year's eye
Washington
twenty one
snowshoes
ice skates
sparkling
pine trees
fireside
overcast
Rainier
camping
Olympia
winter
toasty
frosty
clouds
Tacoma
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skies
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rain
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Send your completed word search via direct message at fb.com/JBLMmwr for a chance to win an MWR swag bag! Winners will be randomly selected from valid JBLM DOD ID cardholders and contacted via Facebook NLT Jan. 5.
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Breakfast bowl from Habañero Mexican Grill. A great way to start the morning with fresh delicious handmade food. It’s definitely worth the drive from Lewis Main. Habañero Mexican Grill is at 895 Lincoln Blvd. SW McChord Field 253-982-3271
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Arts & Crafts Center
Through the Arts & Crafts Center, I have access to a plethora of services at a reasonable price. I have personally used the laser engraving service to make wood jewelry. It encourages me to be creative and pursue my hobbies. The Arts & Crafts Center is at 1121 Barnes Blvd. McChord Field, 253-982-6719
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Each month, hear what different JBLM Service members, family members, civilians and others like to do in their spare time.
1st Lt. Clay Nichols Last meal you had: Jimmy John’s - Italian Night Club.
Last time you tried something new: I am currently learning how to snowboard. My first time was last weekend!
Last good advice you received: “Learn to be successful in any position you’re put into, even if it’s not the one you wanted.”
Last time you laughed: The last time I laughed was when I got lunch with my friends today!
Last adventure you went on: I hiked up to hot springs in Steven’s Pass with some friends!
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