January 2011 JBLM MWR e-Focus

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

JANUARY 2011

JBLMmwr.com

GET OUTSIDE IN THE FRESH

SNOW!

keep your NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS HAVE MORE FUN WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS LEAD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE:

IT’S EASY WITH JBLM SPORTS & FITNESS!

SAVE MONEY EAT RIGHT READ A GOOD BOOK

GET CREATIVE AT JBLM ARTS & CRAFTS IT’S NOT TOO EARLY TO PLAN FOR VALENTINE’S DAY!

JBLMmwr.com

1

HCUAutoMilFOCUSAdF.eps

2

12/1/10

9:37:16 PM

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

FOCUS

CONTENTS FOOD & FUN

6–13

FAMILY & THE HOMEFRONT

14–17

ADVENTURES

18–22

FEELIN’ GOOD

24–25

LEARNING & EARNING

26–27

CONNECTIONS

28

Resolution: Have more fun with family & friends.

Resolution: Get involved in your community; stress less.

Resolution: Experience Washington by skis, kayak and foot.

Resolution: Get fit, healthy and strong.

Resolution: Save time and money; read a good book.

We’re listening—here’s what you’ve been saying!

FROM THE COVER Free fitness trainers are available at JBLM gyms! With their expertise and motivation, you’ll get on the fast track to a healthy lifestyle. Turn to the FEELIN’ GOOD section (page 24) for more information. Looking for easy ways to eat right while saving money? Check out ideas from the Financial Readiness Program on page 26.

JBLMmwr.com

32

Happy New Year from JBLM Family and MWR! If you’re like many of us, you started the new year by making a resolution or two. JBLM Family and MWR is here to help you keep them-whether you vowed to lose weight, eat healthy, save money, read a good book or spend more time with your family.

Enlist the services of a fitness trainer (page 24), eat healthy at AFC Arena (page 7), save money with the Financial Readiness Program (page 26) and pick up a good book at a JBLM Library (page 27). Fun programs and services abound, and you’re sure to find plenty of eye-catching options on the pages of this issue and at online JBLMmwr.com.

As always, your comments are important to us and help us improve services and facilities available to you. I invite you to share your feedback at https://ice.disa.mil.

Sincerely,

William E. Harvey Director, Family & MWR at JBLM

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 Graphic designer

Kimberly Rowe

Denise MacDonald

Writer/graphic designer

Patti Jeffrey

Contributing photographers Marty Alexander, Ursula Buford, Family and MWR Command For commercial sponsorship or advertising inquiries, please contact: Carly Michael at 253-966-2256 or 253-203-8088.

Submissions: kimberly.rowe@us.army.mil 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 FMWR, 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.

Visit MWR at JBLMmwr.com or search for Lewis-McChord MWR on Facebook.

HE HAS ENDLESS POTENTIAL. SEE IT MORE CLEARLY. Through his eyes, the world has no limits. Which is why we work so hard to keep his vision clear. Trained at some of the most respected eye institutes in the country, Clarus doctors provide experienced, comprehensive eye care for your entire family, moving potential one step closer to reality.

SEE CLEARLY. SEE CLARUS.

N OW O P E N IN DUPONT WWW.C L A R U S E Y E .C O M

D U P O N T | 1 2 0 0 STAT I O N D R # 1 5 0 | 2 53 .9 1 2 . 2 0 2 0

G E N E R A L & S P E C I A LT Y E Y E C A R E | L A S I K & R E F R AC T I V E S U RG E RY

4 L AC Joint Focus • January | 3 4Lewis-McChord 5 CO L L E G E ST. S E ST E . C | 2011 360 .4 5 6 . 32 0 0 E Y Base G L A U C O M A & R E T I N A L D I S E A S E S | E Y E G L A S S E S & C O N TAC T L E N S E S

We Can Count On You and They Can Count On Us.

Bruce Titus Automotive Group wants to say

THANK YOU

to the Military Troops and their Families at Joint Base Lewis McChord!

$500 Off

The purchase of your next vehicle only at Tacoma Nissan and Tacoma Subaru!

Know someone looking for a new or pre-owned vehicle? We’ll pay you $200 for your trusted referral!

38th & south Tacoma Way | 1-866-99-mOTOr

BrUCe TiTUs AUTOmOTive GrOUp Test Drive A Car and a $25 donation will be made to the Humane Society of your choice.

Tacoma Nissan • Tacoma Subaru • Olympia Mitsubishi Olympia Jeep • Olympia Chrysler • Olympia Nissan Bruce Titus Credit solutions 1-800-205-7475 Bruce Titus Automotive Group Credit Solutions hotline is a ser vice of Tel Inform. Approval is based upon credit approval. Bruce Titus Automotive Group pricing does not include tax, license, or a negotiable $150 documentar y fee. For more information regarding the Bruce Titus Pet Project please visit brucetitus.com. Void where prohibited, see dealer for details.

brucetitus.com

JBLMmwr.com

54

Food & fun

Meals & entertainment at MWR clubs JBLM offers quick lunches, tasty dinners and big-screen viewing entertainment at a variety of locations.

Madigan Café Serving breakfast and lunch on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Madigan Café offers hot-off-the-grill items for you! Come back Friday nights and dance the night away at Latin Sensations–inside Madigan Café. Free salsa and merengue dance lessons are offered from 9 to 11 p.m.; the club has a $5 cover charge.

For details, call 253-964-4054.

Sports and celebration at Heroes Sports Lounge

Get energized at Battle Bean coffee shops With the New Year, you may have resolved to eat healthier. Battle Bean Coffee Shops can help you stick to your resolution while keeping your hunger satisfied and your wallet full.

Healthy options for a quick lunch include: • Grilled chicken Caesar salad Tossed Romaine lettuce with diced chicken breast, Asiago cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing • Turkey club salad Tossed Romaine lettuce with diced turkey and ham, Swiss and cheddar cheeses, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions and your choice of ranch or Italian dressing • Seasonal fruit salad A combination of strawberries, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, pineapple and grapes

If you like mixed martial arts, combatives or a good fight, the next UFC matchup is Saturday, Jan. 1 at 7 p.m. at the Heroes Sports Lounge. Watch the undercard fights before the big matchup.

Heroes is also the place to catch your favorite football team on the big screen. The doors open each Sunday at 10 a.m. Grab your buddies and enjoy hot eats and cold drinks each week.

Celebrate the end of the work week at Heroes Sports Lounge’s Finally Friday! celebration. You’ll enjoy draft deals, cheap eats and karaoke from 4 to 9 p.m.

For more information, call 253-964-0331.

• Vegetarian bagel • A salad or a bagel of your choice • Hot ham and havarti panini Ciabatta with ham, tomato, honey mustard and Swiss and havarti cheeses While you’re there, get a hot cup of coffee or your favorite specialty drink with a snack or quick lunch at Battle Bean coffee shops. Proudly roasted at JBLM Lewis Main, Battle Bean Coffee is available at three base locations—AFC Arena and Stone Education Center at Lewis Main and the Battle Bean trailer at Lewis North. AFC Arena offers a comfortable café and onsite Wi-Fi. The Stone Education Center and Lewis North trailer locations offer quick, convenient stops for your caffeine fixes. For location information, turn to page 30. For more information about Battle Bean Coffee brand, visit JBLMmwr.com.

6

The Big Game Gala!

Watch the big game on the giant screen TV Sunday, Feb. 6 at the McChord Pub & Deli, Bldg. 1146. Junior enlisted— don’t miss the fun when the doors open at 2:30 p.m. and the game starts at 3:30 p.m. Free chili dogs and $1 domestic pounders. Call 253-982-7500.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

Romantic dinner and daily dining at the Bistro at Russell Landing

Operation

Care Fair

Massages, mini-makeovers & aromatherapy You’re invited to enjoy a free day of wellness and pampering at JBLM’s Operation Care Fair. The event features live music, mini-makeovers, skin and hair care, aromatherapy, healthy cooking, consultations with health and fitness professionals, demonstrations, massages, lots of freebies, great door prizes and much more! Join Family and MWR at the McChord Field Club Saturday, Feb. 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For details, e-mail jblmdfmwrspecialevents@us.army.mil or call 253-967-6744.

Share a romantic lakeside dinner for two with your special someone this Valentine’s Day at the Bistro at Russell Landing. Enjoy great food and live music with your reservations; available from 6 to 9 p.m. by calling 253-964-2813. For event and menu details, see the ad on page 20.

Additionally, the Bistro offers a regular menu with a variety of sandwiches, salads, pizza, desserts and more.

Curb-side service is available for lunch pickup during the week, and dinner is served Friday and Saturday. For a complete menu and operating hours, visit JBLMmwr.com.

Wing First Friday at McChord Field Great food, door prizes and entertainment await you Friday, Jan. 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. Open to all active duty, Reserve and civilian employee of JBLM. The event is free for club members; nonmembers pay $5.

The

Bistro at

Rus

sell L andi

ng

Membership Appreciation Dinner McChord Field Club celebrates its members Tuesday, Jan. 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. The event is free for members and $5 for family members. Call 253-982-5581.

2-for-1 Steak Night at McChord Club It’s 2-for-1 Steak Night for club members Friday, Jan. 28 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the McChord Club. The cost is $14.95 for two steak dinners and kids’ meals are available for ages 10 and younger. For more information, call 253-982-5581.

Two-Fer Tuesday at Globemaster Grill Buy one lunch and beverage and get the second lunch and beverage (of equal or lesser value) FREE at the McChord Club Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Is your New Year’s resolution to

lead alose weight? healthy lifestyle?

AFC Battle Bean Coffee Shop has tasty, healthy lunch options!

$1 $1off off

sandwich or salad

Valid Saturdays and Sundays in January at AFC Arena location only.

JBLMmwr.com No cash value. One coupon per purchase. Expires Jan. 30, 2011.

76

Food & fun

Outdoor Recreation (MWR) welcomes you to Joint Base Lewis-McChord We provide services to Soldiers, Airmen, family members and sponsored friends!

Adventure programs!

Unit trips • FRG trips • Sea kayaking • Hiking • Mountain biking • Whitewater rafting • Fishing • Bungee jumping • Skiing • Snowboarding • Snowshoeing and many more adventure programs • SCUBA

• CLINICS Hunting, fishing, camping, crabbing and more

• TRAVEL CAMP

• SHOOTING RANGE

Rental cabins, RV Campground with full hookups, tent sites

Skeet/Trap Range, Rifle/Pistol Range, reloading and ammo

• OUTDOOR STORE Guns and ammo, fishing, camping, books, shooting accessories, boating, reloading, knives, backpacking

• PAINTBALL Walk-ons and reservations welcome

5-Star PADI-certified, year-round classes, rental and sales, free social dives

• SHORELINE PARK Swim beach, picnic pavilions

• RUSSELL LANDING MARINA Boat launch, rentals, picnic pavilions

• OFF-ROAD VEHICLE PARK Rent or take your own off-road vehicles in our park

Outdoor Equipment Rental

Tents • Coolers • Stoves • Grills • Party canopies • Camping trailers • Motor boats • Fishing equipment • Crab rings • Cots • Folding chairs • Tables • Life vests • Water skis • Kayaks •Skis • Snowboards • Snowshoes • Sports equipment • Much more

Stop by our facility–we’re here for you.

JBLM-Lewis North, Building 8050 Information/ Rental 967-5415/8282 Adventure Programs 967-6263

8

Rifle Range 967-9803 Skeet Range 967-7056

Scuba 967-3405 Russell Landing Marina 967-2510 Paintball Activities 912-8000

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

JBLMmwr.com

Relax, learn something new Belly dancing Learn the art of belly dancing with classes beginning Jan. 5. Classes are held on Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. at the McChord Field Community Center. The cost is $40 per six lessons. For more information, call 253-9820718/0719.

Adult piano lessons Sign up now for piano lessons at the McChord Community Center! Sessions are Mondays and Tuesdays starting Jan. 10, and the first sessions start at 3 p.m. The cost is $20 per half-hour lesson. For details, call 253-982-0718/0719.

Woodworking Learn face plate turning, pen making, table saw techniques, scroll saw, biscuit joiner techniques, basic box building and spindle turning at McChord Field. For more information, call woodshop instructors at 253-982-6726.

Matting and framing Gain hands-on experience in the beginning matting and framing class at the McChord Field Arts & Crafts Center. The $60 fee includes materials and your choice of three images. Additional framing classes include shadow box ($60 for two hours of instruction; materials extra) and one-on-one framing class ($60 for two hours of personal instruction; materials provided).

You’re also invited to learn the art of matting and framing at the Lewis location—call 253-967-5001 for details. Additionally, the professionals can frame your favorite photos and artwork to make a beautiful addition to your living room or office walls.

Massage therapy at JBLM Start your year off with a massage!

Licensed massage therapists at JBLM offer a variety of massage options and are available by appointment only. To schedule your massage, call Arlene Martin at 206-396-1467 (McChord Field) or Sarah Jenkins at 253-224-1110 (Lewis).

Keep your motor running at the McChord Field Auto Center Car check-up

Learn to do a standard preventive checkup to save unnecessary expenses. One session is $20 plus supplies. Call for an appointment.

Lube and oil change class

Learn to change the oil and lube your vehicle. One session is $25 plus supplies.

Complete engine diagnostic

By appointment only; call 253-982-7226.

Used Car Sales Lot

Check up the vehicles for sale in the used car lot located behind the Commissary.

For more information, call 253-982-6726.

Free 16-point maintenance inspection Deployed spouses, bring in copy of your servicemember’s orders for inspection only, no parts or supplies. By appointment only. For details, call 253-982-7226.

JBLMmwr.com

98

Food & fun

+

Fun close to home

near & far travel opportunities Hot tickets with Leisure Travel Services You could find yourself in the front row of the hottest concert or in the house for a play, sports event and more!

Purchase tickets to the best shows in the area at Leisure Travel Services. As an authorized TicketMaster location, LTS has tickets* for seasonal events, concerts, comedy shows, sporting events and more. Get tickets to see: • Ozzy Osbourne • Monster Jam • Wizard of Oz

Skate and blade at AFC Arena Lace up your skates and roll around the rink at AFC Arena. The rink offers stroller skating, family deals, DoD lunchtime skate and much more. For recreational skate hours, visit JBLMmwr.com. Adult skate night features R&B and old-school jams every Sunday from 5 to 10 p.m. The cost is $3.50 to skate or $4.50 to blade. For more information, call 253-967-4458.

Striiike! at Bowl Arena Lanes Be sure to swing by Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for all-you-can-eat pizza and bowling for just $9! Prepay to guarantee your lane; shoes not included.

Grab a bite to eat while bowling on your lunch hour—or any time—at the snack bar at Bowl Arena Lanes. The Bowl Arena Lanes snack bar menu offers hot, quick eat—such as nachos and pizza. League opportunities, Xtreme Bowling and birthday party packages are also available. For details, call 253-967-4661.

Sounders Lanes Twilight bowling is offered at Sounders Lanes at McChord Field every Monday and Tuesday from 5 p.m. to close and each Thursday from 7 p.m. to close.

Rent a lane for just $7.95 per hour. Plus, get a one-topping pizza for just $11, and sodas are only $1.50 each!

BOSS DD van If you need a safe, no-questions-asked ride to your barracks from Heroes Sports Lounge—or another on-base club—call the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers’ Designated Driver Van at 253-208-9169. Volunteer Soldiers drive the van Friday and Saturday nights between barracks/on-base housing and on-base clubs from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. To volunteer and to find out other ways to get involved with BOSS, call 253-967-5636.

10

The professionals at LTS can help you book your dream vacation if you want a quick weekend getaway or a weeks-long tropical excursion. Stop by LTS in the AFC Arena (Building 2275) at Lewis Main today. Coming soon: the Annual Travel Show. For more information, call 253-967-3085. * Tickets subject to availability.

MWR at your fingertips with WebTrac & TeleTrac Get a tee time, rent equipment, pay your childcare bill, sign up and pay for adventure trips and register for sports races online! Get your account started today at Eagles Pride Golf Course, Northwest Adventure Center, Parent Central Services or your JBLM Fitness Center—go to JBLMmwr.com and click on WebTrac/Online Registration.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

Winter golf is great at JBLM Swing away this winter at Eagles Pride Golf Course

at JBLM

Perfect your swing Don’t let the winter weather keep you from working on your golf swing. No matter what the weather is, head to the driving range! Offering cover and heat for golfers braving the cold temperatures, you can perfect your swing any time. Range balls can be purchased both at the Pro Shop or the range.

Set up a lesson with one of the two golf professionals on staff–one is certified with the PGA and the second is certified with the World Golf Association and the Korea Golf Association and improve your drive, putt or midrange shots. Both individual and group lessons are available; to schedule, call 253-967-6522.

Great deals and eats The Pro Shop offers top-of-the-line golf gear and merchandise including logo items. Then grab a bite to eat at Lacey Creek Café, which offers a menu of hot grilled items and more.

Tournaments, daily golf & good eats at McChord’s Whispering Firs Two-Person Better Ball Tournament at McChord Enter Whispering Firs’ Better Ball Tournament Friday, Jan. 29. Stroke play-gross and net; 8 a.m. tee. The cost is $20 per team plus greens fees. For more information, call 253-982-4927.

Whispering Firs golf specials • Super twilight greens all month. The cost is $7.50 cart/golfer.

• Active duty families receive 2-4-1 greens fees Sundays after 11 a.m.

• Driving range 2-4-1 range balls.

Specials may not be used for tournaments, outings or combined with other specials.

Coming in March, the 7th Whispering Firs Annual Spring Break!

Habañero Mexican Grill • Special Taco Thursdays: Three fish tacos and fountain soda for $7.25 • Habañero Mexican Grill is available for luncheons and special functions for groups of 10–100. For more information, 253-982-3271.

JBLMmwr.com

10 11

Food & fun

by Patti Jeffrey

I

f you’re like most of us, you like your personality to shine online, click at work and feel right at home.

Your personal spaces show who you are, as well. Maximize your individuality with one-of-a-kind creations from Arts & Crafts Centers at McChord Field and Lewis Main.

For starters, you can create your own mouse pads or coffee mugs with a favorite saying, art or photo.

You can cheer on your team by wearing customized shirts, jerseys and jackets.

How about imprinting family photos onto crystal-like sculptures for a shelf or desk?

Place your collectables in a shadow box to hang on a wall. Get your name engraved on wood, glass or granite for an office name plaque. Personalize a gym or tote bag, backpack or towel.

“The possibilities are only limited by your imagination,” says Gloria Rodgers, Lewis Arts & Crafts Center director.

Once you step inside an Arts & Crafts Center with an idea of what you want, the experts will help you get what you need within your budget.

“Our main goal is to keep prices down with custom orders,” Lesley Hill, McChord Field Arts & Crafts specialist says, “whether it’s a group order for a unit or booster club or an individual wanting a one-of-a-kind present.”

Personalize just about anything JBLM’s Arts & Crafts Centers each offer their own products, and together offer expert custom embroidery, laser engraving, photo transfer and matting and framing.

For instance, McChord Field Arts & Crafts offers a cold-press laminator up 12

to 24-inches wide; photos fused to clear paper weights and dimensional plaques; full-color photo transfer onto white or light-colored garments, porcelain nightlights and pillowcases; vinyl lettering and art, and premade shadow boxes,

among dozens of other products.

Lewis Main Arts & Crafts offers special-order customized clothing or accessories for adults, youth and infants available from a catalog; customized Plexiglas key chains; full-color transfer

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

onto mouse pads, birth or wedding announcement mementos and much more. Choose items from a catalog for custom embroidery or photo transfer, or you can bring in your own clothes or accessories.

Both centers offer glass etching onto stemware, vases, bottles and steins. Laser etching also includes metal, wood and stone products. The embroidery experts produce multicolor embroidery onto hats, bibs, onesies, blankets, clothing, wine bags—the possibilities are wide open.

If you need ideas, come into both Arts and Crafts Centers. “We have lots of samples to get you started,” Rogers says.

Learn how to mat and frame If you need to mat and frame artwork, prints, awards and photos, save a bundle of money by learning to do it yourself. Both Arts & Crafts Centers offer hands-on matting and framing classes; call to find out how to sign up.

After you take a beginning matting and framing class, you can elect to take more advanced classes, such as shadowbox making. Both centers offer the space and tools to work on your own projects for a small fee.

For more information, a consultation or to register for a class, call the Arts and Crafts Center at Lewis Main at 253-967-5001 and at McChord Field at 253-982-6726.

T

he woodworking shop at McChord Field has turned a lot of students on to making their own furniture pieces and decorative products for

their homes. “We’ll provide you with the knowledge and the tools to learn a skill you can keep with you throughout life,” says Bonnie Scannell, ad-

ministrative assistant.

Sign up for a beginning woodworking course to learn how to use both hand and power tools safely and effectively. You can work throughout the month in the woodshop to complete a piece of furniture you start during the course.

You also can opt to learn other woodworking techniques, such as lathe and face plate turning, box-making and joinery techniques. Apply what you learn to make artful candlestick holders, bowls, salt and pepper shakers, plaques, cups and vases, decorative boxes and much more.

The woodshop and its tools are available, at a small rental cost, to those who don’t have another place to build and finish pieces. If you’ve taken woodshop in high school or know how to use woodworking tools, you’ll first be tested on the equipment in order to work without an instructor present. Otherwise, you’ll need to go through a certification process.

If

you

want

assistance,

woodworking staff members can help you with a number of hand, power and specialty tools. “We want everyone to have a measure of success,” says Herb Lebeau, instructor. “I’ve seen customers’ knowledge and skill levels shoot up exponentially when they complete their first, then second, then third projects.”

Call 253-982-6726 for more information about the woodworking

center,

prerequisite

safety briefing and classes.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Arts & Crafts Centers • Lewis Main, Bldg. 5038, 2nd and Pendleton: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Mat & Frame Shop: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 253-967-5001.

• McChord Field, Bldg. 1121 Barnes Blvd.: Tuesday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 253-982-6726.

• McChord Field Woodshop (next to Arts & Crafts): Thursday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (certified only); Friday 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 253-982-6726.

JBLMmwr.com

12 13

Family & the homefront

Reach for t

Family Child Care

If you’re a JBLM spouse looking for an at-home career, consider Family Child Care! You can make a difference in the lives of JBLM families by providing quality child care in your on-base home. The next orientation is Tuesday, Jan. 4 with provisional classes following. For more information on FCC, call 253-967-3039

Registration and more–it’s all at your fingertips Register for Child, Youth and School

Showings are free!

Harry Potter marathon at the McChord Field Theater Sunday, Jan. 16 at 4 p.m. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Monday, Jan. 17 at 5 p.m. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 5 p.m. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Wednesday, Jan. 19 at 5 p.m. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Thursday, Jan. 20 at 5 p.m. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Friday, Jan. 21 at 5 p.m. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince

Trip to Harry Potter exhibit Visit the Harry Potter exhibit Saturday, Jan. 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Group rates for 15 or more people are $23 adults/$21 kids for tickets and trip. Sign up at the McChord Community Center by Friday, Jan. 14. For more information, call 253-982-0718/0719.

Services classes and more with a quick visit to JBLMmwr.com.

With WebTrac, you can place your family on the child care/school-age care waiting lists, reserve hourly care and contact CYS Services managers with your questions and comments.

Once you sign up, you’ll have access to receipts and your annual statement for income taxes. Additionally, you can print out refrigerator calendars showing CYS Services activities for your child.

SKIESUnlimited and sports registration may also be done at Parent Central Services (Bldg. 2295 at Lewis Main or Bldg. 100 at McChord Field). For more information, call Parent Central Services at 253-966-CYSS.

Check out these monthly events with the McChord Field Youth Center Tacoma Rescue Mission

Week of Service

Music Maker

Teens, you’re invited to serve the community as you serve dinner! Join the McChord Field Youth Center at the Tacoma Rescue Mission Wednesdays, Jan. 5 and 19 from 4 to 7 p.m.

Join participants of the McChord Field Youth Programs as they help others!

The youth center is hosting a canned food and clothing drive Jan. 18–22.

All items collected will be donated to the Tacoma Rescue mission the following Wednesday. Drop off items at the McChord Field Youth Center, Bldg.

3032, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 253-982-2203.

Play a variety of instruments to create and explore music with your friends!

Preteens are invited to make music each Monday, and teens meet Fridays; both sessions are from 4 to 5 p.m.

Celebrate birthdays!

Celebrate January birthdays with the McChord Field Youth Center! Enjoy dessert, play games and sing. Friday, Jan. 7 from 4 to 5 p.m.

14

Book’n’ears Join us for book reading and fun activities Tuesdays from 4 to 5 p.m.

Check out the calendar at JBLMmwr.com for a complete listing of this month’s events. Family & MWR phone listings: see page 30.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

the sky with CYS Services!

Dance, create, learn, fence and much more!

Fun with SKIESUnlimited Youth Academy The SKIESUnlimited Youth Academy’s winter quarter is going on now! Explore and have a great time with classes in the schools of academics, arts, life skills and sports. Classes are available for a variety of interests for infants and parents through teens. Sign up for gymnastics, boxing, acting, SAT prep and much more. SKIESUnlimited can even host your child’s next birthday! Check out this month’s highlights, and for a complete calendar visit JBLMmwr.com.

School of Academics The Miracle of Endurance “Men wanted for hazardous journey. Low wages, bitter cold, long hours of complete darkness. Safe return doubtful. Honour and recognition in event of success.”

This was an advertisement that ocean explorer Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton posted for a sea expedition in the early 1900s. Hundreds of men showed up, and only a small group was chosen to join the Endurance at sea. Disaster struck, and the eventual amazing escape assured Shackleton’s status as a hero.

See portions of a documentary of this incredible journey Tuesday, Jan. 25 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for ages 15 to 18; $5.

Also offered in the School of Academics: SAT Prep Course

School of Arts Disney Princess Ball Wear your princess gown and dance to your favorite princess songs. Children will receive a CD to take home.

Jan. 13, 20 or 27 from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. or Jan. 21 or 28 from 10 to 11 a.m. for ages 3 to 6; $25.

Ballet on Stage Learn the basics of ballets from Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. Dancers will

receive a CD of ballet music Jan. 13, 20 or 27 from 5 to 6 p.m. for ages 7 and older; $25.

Also offered in the School of Arts: Creative arts classes for all ages, dancing and theater

School of Life Skills Marketing Yourself We market ourselves in one way or another—learn tips and tricks in the first workshop and become a journalist in the second workshop. Dates and times to be announced; $5 per workshop.

School of Sports Karate Learn quality martial arts instruction and positive characteristics such as confidence, self-discipline and respect.

Classes available at a variety of times Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/ Thursdays for ages 4 and older; $35 per four-week month.

Also offered in the School of Sports: Boxing and Flipz for Kidz Mobile Gymnastics Center

to 15, the program’s hours are Monday through Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center. For more information, call 253-966-CYSS.

Youth sports For youth, CYS Services offers a variety of sports and activities throughout the year. Learn the fundamental skills while having fun in these recreation leagues. Registration is open through Jan. 14 for Bumblebee Soccer (age 3 to 4; $20) and Soccer for (ages 5–15; $50).

Practices and games are in February and March. Coming soon: cross country and track & field registration.

Special performance by Teen Zone youth You’re invited to the “Celebration of a King’s Life Friday, Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the Nelson Recreation Center’s multipurpose room. For more information, call 253-967-4441.

Experience. Develop. Grow.

Excel.

EDGE! offers art, fitness, life skills and adventure activities to youth ages 6 to 18. Classes include Time Management and Organization, Money Now, Sports Performance and Paintball for Beginners and are at the Hillside SKIESUnlimited Building at Lewis Main. For more information, call 253-967-5265.

Start the New Year off right!

Youth Fitness Program Teens are invited to get on the track to a healthier lifestyle with the Youth Fitness Program at JBLM. Learn safe exercise techniques and build a workout routine under the supervision of a CYS Services fitness trainer. Open to ages 13 JBLMmwr.com

15 14

Family & the homefront

SUPPORT & EDUCATION

for families and servicemembers

P

Providing support to the JBLM community, the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Escape Zone and Army Community Service host educational seminars and workshops. Visit JBLMmwr.com for a complete schedule.

Common Sense Parenting Learn to help your family work together to become stronger and healthier.

Build on existing parenting skills and

JBLM support services include the New Parent Support Program, Waiting Families Support Group and Re calendar of upcoming workshops and events, visit JBLMmwr.com.

learn new ways to deal with problem behaviors in Common Sense Parenting.

The free classes are led by trained facilitators committed to helping you create

Escape Zone. For details and to register, call the New Parent Support Program at 253-982-8590.

a positive and healthy home environment. Classes will be held Tuesdays from Jan. 11–Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at Beachwood Elementary School. For registration information, call the New Parent Support Program at 253-967-5883 or Beachwood School Behavioral Health Service at 253-365-9110.

Infant massage classes Bond with your baby! Learn infant massage techniques held Tuesdays, Jan. 11, 18 and 25 at the McChord Field

INTERACTIVE CUSTOMER EVALUATION Army Emergency Relief “Krystal in AER was such a blessing.

She’s been such a big help, and I don’t know what I’d have done without her.”

16

Prepare for Army life with ACS Learn about the Army and prepare for deployments, reunions and more.

• Army Family Team Building classes are Jan. 11–12 and Jan. 25–27. To register, call 253-967-AFTB. • Mobilization & Deployment is hosting the following workshops: Predeployment Workshop (Jan. 10), Children & Deployment (Jan. 11), Reunion Workshop (Jan. 13) and Care Team Training (Jan. 19).

For more information, call 253-967-8430.

Relocation Program Services Whether you’re moving to or from JBLM, Army Community Service’s Relocation Program has the tips and tools to make your transition smoother.

Newcomers’ Orientation Find out about installation programs and services at the Newcomers’ Orienta-

tion Tuesday, Jan. 25 at 8:30 a.m. at the McChord Field Club. Spouses are encouraged and most welcome to attend. For more information, call 253-967-3628.

Family Welcome Brief Learn what to do your first week at JBLM each Tuesday and Thursday from 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. at the JBLM Reception Center, Building 3655. For details, call 253-967-3628.

PCS to Germany Have orders to Germany? Get prepared at the Wednesday, Jan. 5 briefing. For more information, call 253-967-3635.

First-time PCS Anxious about making your first military move? Learn the basics Wednesday, Jan. 12 from 3 to 4 p.m. at Waller Hall (Lewis Main). For details, call 253-967-3550.

PCS to Korea Prepare for your assignment to Korea at the Wednesday, Jan. 19 briefing from 3 to 4 p.m. at Waller Hall (Lewis Main).

For more information, call 253-967-3633.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

Family and MWR Command

elocation Services. For more information and a

Family and MWR Command

Re-entry workshop Prepare for the often unexpected logistical, financial and psychological adjustments of returning from an OCONUS tour Wednesday, Jan. 26 from 3 to 4 p.m. at Waller Hall (Lewis Main).

For more information, call 253-967-3628.

Immigration and Naturalization The Citizenship and Immigration Services Officer is available to discuss

Ursula Buford

individual issues on the first and third Friday of each month. For an appointment, call 253-967-3633/967-3628.

Waiting Families Support Group This outreach program for active duty military families with servicemembers on unaccompanied tour, extended temporary duty or field training exercise. If you’d like to join the WFSG or get more information, call 253-967-3633 to register.

JBLMmwr.com

16 17

Adventures

Outdoor adventure trip

Date

Cost

Details

Ski and snowboard Crystal Mountain

Saturday, Jan. 1

$35

Have your own gear? Pay only $16

Snowshoe at Paradise

Sunday, Jan. 2

$30

Minimum age: 10

Winter kayak Cutts Island

Sunday, Jan. 2

$30

Military Appreciation Day at Crystal

Tuesday, Jan. 4

$35

Have your own gear? Pay only $16

Ski and snowboard Mission Ridge

Saturday, Jan. 8

$40

Have your own gear? Pay only $25

Intro to snowshoe Commonwealth Basin

Saturday, Jan. 8

$30

Minimum age: 12

Tubing at the Summit

Sunday, Jan. 9

$35

Ages 6 to 12: $30; 0 to 5: $15

Cross-country ski Lake Easton

Sunday, Jan. 9

$30

Minimum age: 12

Bavarian Ice Fest

Saturday, Jan. 15

$30

Northwest Trek

Saturday, Jan. 15

$35

Ages 2 to 13: $30; 0 to 3: $15

Ski and snowboard White Pass

Sunday, Jan. 16

$45

Have your own gear? Pay only $30

Cross-country ski Icicle River

Sunday, Jan. 16

$60

Minimum age: 12

Moonlight snowshoe Gold Creek Pond

Saturday, Jan. 22

$35

Minimum age: 12

Snowmobile the Cascades

Saturday, Jan. 22

$325

Passenger only: $125; minimum age: 16

Ski and snowboard at the Summit

Sunday, Jan. 23

$35

Have your own gear? Pay only $15

Bella Donna horseback riding

Sunday, Jan. 23

$70

Ski and snowboard Crystal Mountain

Saturday, Jan. 29

$35

Have your own gear ? Pay only $16

Winter survival camping trip

Jan. 29–30

$60

Minimum age: 18

Indoor rock climbing

Sunday, Jan. 30

$20

18

Take a peaceful trek throug innertube. Whatever your n tips from Outdoor Recreati Plan before you travel

Simple planning can save trouble and even your life. Know where you’re going and have an emergency plan.

Carry maps, a compass and GPS coordinates of your potential locations.

Make a checklist of items to bring so that you’re better prepared.

Be aware of the weather

Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and schedule subject to change without notice. Register through WebTrac (visit JBLMmwr.com) or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Trip pick up locations are the NAC and McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available. We’ll visit FRG meetings or unit functions. Details: call 253-967-6263.

This trip especially accommodates people with exceptional needs

Let i

Popular family trip

Ladies-only trip

Must be 21 years old

Listen to forecasts, road reports and storm warnings. Dress appropriately, and pack extra scarves and mittens. Allow extra time for trips in severe weather.

Make yourself easy to find Wear brightly colored clothing to help

2011 Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

Join Northwest Adventure Center guides outside

W

Whether you’re up for an outdoor adventure that gets you outside enjoying the snow or one that keeps you warm, there are many options on this month’s calendar! This winter, JBLM adventure guides will safely lead you to fun destinations across the Evergreen state and beyond.

gh the snow or go sailing down the slopes in an next snowy adventure, follow these winter survival ion’s David Crawford to make it a safe one. pinpoint your location in the woods.

Use an emergency blanket, whistle (three long blasts, 10 seconds apart, every 30 minutes) and mirror to help signal a rescue crew to your location. Learn to make distress signals using branches to signal air rescue about your location.

Keep cool—two ways Calm down and think. The storm will end and you will be found.

Don’t work enough to get hot and sweaty.

Wet clothing loses insulation value, making you susceptible to hypothermia.

Adventure guide Erika Storbeck Erika Storbeck is a member of the Washington Air National Guard, is married to an Army Combat Medic and spent her childhood as the ultimate military brat with her Air Force mother and Army father.

Storbeck graduated with a degree in environmental science from the University of Washington and attended National Outdoor Leadership School. She has kayaked in Alaska, backcountry skied in Wyoming and canyoneered in Utah.

Her favorite place is the North Cascades.

Join Erika on the winter survival camping trip!

Courtesy photo

it snow!

Brad Hinton has loved the outdoors his entire life and enjoys sharing his experiences with others. He’s worked to maintain hiking trails in the Olympic Peninsula and has driven tour buses throughout the state of Alaska.

Hinton graduated with a degree in Outdoor Recreation from Central Washington University.

Join Brad snowshoeing and cross-country skiing this month!

Courtesy photo

Adventure guide Bradley Hinton

Adventure guide Jerome Penner

Always an outdoor enthusiast, Jerome Backcountry travel Keep your blood circulating freely by Penner strongly loosening tight clothing, changing Learn about avalanches and learn to supports the military and is very passionpositions frequently and moving your recognize avalanche terrain and condiate about helping arms and legs. Huddle close to one antions. Always carry and know how to out Soldiers and their other. Rub your hands together or put use avalanche safety equipment. Pracfamilies. them in your armpits or between your tice safe avalanche route selection and Penner’s forever adding new things to legs. Remove your shoes occasionally travel techniques, and have an escape the list of outdoor activities he enjoys. He’s and rub your feet. Don’t stay idle, but plan should an avalanche occur. Always an avid snowboarder, ATV rider, outdoor don’t work too hard. leave a margin for error in judgment. photographer, swimmer and certified scuba diver.

Join Jerome on the slopes this month!

JBLMmwr.com 18 19 19 Courtesy photo

Stay warm without fuel

Valentine’s Adventures

Full-bleed Valentine’s Day at RL Bistro ad dinner for two

lakeside •••••••

Explore Washington winter wonderland Hit the slopes

The Bistro at Russell Landing Feb. 14, 6–9 p.m.

Grab your skis or board (or use the rental gear provided) for some fun on the mountain! Lift tickets aren’t provided but can be purchased at your destination.

Quiet lake setting with live music

by national recording artist Scott Cossu

Military Appreciation Day at Crystal Don’t miss the chance to ski or ride Crystal for half price Tuesday, Jan. 4! ($35; transportation only: $16) Ski-n-snowboard at Crystal Head for the snow at Crystal Mountain Saturdays, Jan. 1 and Jan. 29! ($35; transportation only: $16)

The

Bistro at

Rus

sell L andi

ng

Ski-n-snowboard at Mission Ridge Travel across the mountains to central Washington for a day of skiing at the beautiful Mission Ridge Ski Resort Saturday, Jan. 8. ($40; transportation only: $25) Ski-n-snowboard at the Summit Spend the day on the slopes at the Summit at Snoqualmie Sunday, Jan. 23! ($35)

Ski-n-snowboard at White Pass More than 45 trails provide a fun experience for all on Sunday, Jan. 16. ($45; transportation only: $30) Coming next month!

Join us for a special weekend getaway in February! Stay tuned for more details.

Cross-country ski Cross-country ski Icicle River Located in Leavenworth, the Icicle River Nordic Trail System provides dependable snow and gentle terrain. Hit the trails Sunday, Jan. 16. Difficulty: moderate; time: 3 hours; distance: 5 miles.

Minimum age: 12. ($60) Cross-country ski at Lake Easton Combine short, groomed trails, rolling

Choose from trout baked in wine and chicken parmesan. Entrees served with side or Caesar salad and berry cheesecake. $50 per couple Reservations required; call 253-964-2813

Full menu JBLMmwr.com.

20 Joint BaseatLewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

n’s

Not afraid of getting cold? Head out in the snow and explore by skis, board, tube, snowmobile and more!

hills and beautiful views, and you have a great day of cross-country skiing at Lake Easton. Join us Sunday, Jan. 9.

Difficulty: moderate; time: 3 hours; distance: 5 miles. Minimum age: 12. ($30)

Snowshoe Introduction to snowshoeing at Commonwealth Basin Trek through great snow, varied terrain and a web of trails in a shadowy oldgrowth forest Saturday, Jan. 8. Difficulty: easy; time: 3.5 hours; distance: 4 miles. Minimum age: 12. ($30)

Moonlight snowshoe Gold Creek Pond Snowshoe on the Snoqualmie Pass trails by the light of the moon. Package includes gear, guide/instruction and transportation. Hit the trails Saturday, Jan. 22. Minimum age: 12. ($35) Snowshoe at Paradise Explore Mount Rainier’s Glacier Vista Sunday, Jan. 2. Difficulty: moderate; time: 3 hours; distance: 3 miles. Minimum age: 10. ($30)

Other snow-filled fun Snowmobile the Cascades Fun, action, beauty and excitement await you as you speed through the Cascade Mountains Saturday, Jan. 22!

Package includes transportation, snowmobile, helmet, snowsuit and lunch.

Dress in layers—ski wear, boots, gloves, hat, goggles and sunglasses are ideal.

Minimum age to drive: 16; must have a valid driver’s license. ($325; passenger only (12+): $125) Tubing at the Summit Get ready to go for a wild ride! Travel to the tubing hill at the Summit at Snoqualmie for a great day in the snow Sunday, Jan. 9. Bring the entire family! ($35; children ages 6 to 12: $30; children ages 0 to 5: $15) More trips, next page

Mother Son

Adventure Night Sat, January 22 • 6–9pm

Super Hero Adventure

Join us for a night out with your son! Enjoy adventure activities, dinner, and more!

106 11th Ave. SW Olympia, WA

(360) 956-0818

JBLMmwr.com

20 21

Outdoor Recreation staff

Adventures

Sightseeing, survival and other fun Bavarian Ice Fest Spend the day in a traditional Bavarian Village sledding, eating bratwurst and shopping. Bring the entire family for fun Saturday, Jan. 15! At the end of the day, the town is transformed into a beautiful lighted display. ($30) Bella Donna horseback riding Head to the outskirts of Mount Rainier National Park for a ladies-only afternoon horseback ride through a winter wonderland. Join us Sunday, Jan. 23. No experience is necessary. ($70) Indoor rock climbing Head to the Warehouse Rock Gym in Olympia for fun for the entire family Sunday, Jan. 30! Climbing gear and transportation are included; no experience is necessary. ($20)

Northwest Trek Explore this 723-acre park, which is home to more than 200 North American animals, a lake, trails and beautiful natural exhibits. See bighorn sheep, caribou, beaver and grizzly bear from the 55-minute tram tour Saturday, Jan. 15.

Enjoy the warmth and hands-on experiences in the Discovery Center and Baker Research Cabin, or have lunch at the Fir Bough Café. ($30; youth ages 2–13: $30; children 0–3: $15)

Winter kayak Cutts Island Bundle up in layers, throw on a dry suit and explore Cutts Island in the middle of winter. Join us Sunday, Jan. 2. No prior kayaking experience required. Trip package includes transportation, kayak, safety equipment, dry suit and guided tour. ($30)

Get outside with family & friends for winter fun Get your winter gear here!

Quality outdoor rental gear is available at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited and the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Whether you’re taking to the slopes or trails or going camping, stop by to check out the selection available. Visit JBLMmwr. com for pricing and details.

Sporting clays fun shoot Test your skills at the monthly sporting clays fun shoot! The Saturday, Jan. 8 event is at 10:30 a.m. at the

22

Shotgun Shooting Complex (Lewis Main); sign up begins at 10. For more information, call 253-967-7056.

Leisure Travel Services Plan a family-friendly trip, girls weekend or romantic getaway with help from the professionals at Leisure Travel Services. Choose from destinations across the state or around the world. Stop by the AFC Arena, Building 2275 at Lewis Main, and start planning your vacation. For more information, call 253-967-3085.

Winter survival camping trip Head to Paradise at Mount Rainier National Park for an overnight trip to learn the basics of trip preparation, winter travel and survival basics, shelter construction, backcountry cooking and “leave no trace” camping. Package includes camping class, group gear, transportation, park entrance fee and two camp meals. Minimum age: 18. ($60)

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

4g America’s largest

myTouch® 4G

T-Mobile® G2™

network

Faster Web browsing and zippier downloads.

T-Mobile® offers a great lineup of 4G devices. Plus, 21 3G smartphones get a serious speed boost.

Special offer for JBLM Military Service Members!!

Dell™ Inspiron™ Mini 10 4G webConnect® Rocket™ 2.0 4G USB Laptop Stick

T-Mobile will waive your initial activation fee – you save $35 – and get 15% OFF your monthly recurring charges on select plans.

Switch to T-Mobile and save!

Call 1-866-464-8662, option 3.

Use promotional code: 14647TMOFAV

T-Mobile’s 4G network, HSPA+, operates at today’s 4G speeds; not available everywhere. Speed boosts vary by device.

Limited time offer; subject to change. Monthly Discount: Qualifying postpaid individual liable plan on new 2-year contract required; FlexPay, Even More Plus and certain other plans excluded. Monthly discount is applied to recurring charges and does not apply to overage, long distance, roaming, taxes and fees, or other charges. Offer may not be combined with other discounts. General Terms: Credit approval, $35 per line activation fee and 2-year agreement (with up to $200/line early cancellation fee) may be required. Device and screen images simulated. See Terms and Conditions (including arbitration provision) at www.T-Mobile. com for additional information. T-Mobile and the magenta color are registered trademarks of Deutsche Telekom AG. Other marks are the registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. © 2010 T-Mobile USA, Inc

JBLMmwr.com

22 23

Feelin’ good

This year, you can keep your resolution

to get fit!

By Patti Jeffrey

I

If you’ve been discouraged with your workout or haven’t seen the results you thought you’d have by now, get on track with help from a fitness trainer.

Free group fitness training sessions are available at McVeigh and Wilson sports and fitness centers at Lewis Main. Certified fitness trainers will work with you to help you get to your personal best.

Fitness coordinator Ronald Raymond is a certified fitness trainer who leads group fitness training sessions at Wilson Sports and Fitness Center.

“Our goal is to reshape the body,” Raymond says. “We can reduce body fat and increase endurance.

That can mean a weight-loss program through speeding up the heart rate and burning calories, or it can mean increasing overall strength and building muscle mass. The one thing we never do is use body weight as an indicator of success, because someone can actually end up weighing the same or more, yet they’re slimmer and their clothes fit much better.”

Before you begin training, you’ll get a free MicroFit fitness assessment that includes measurements of body fat, flexibility, strength, aerobic fitness and blood pressure. A physician’s release may be required

24

before you’re placed in a training group.

Once you’re part of a training group, you’ll get the help you need to achieve the most from your workout. “We

work from different training levels— body building, aerobic conditioning, speed and agility, power lifting or a combo of strength and endurance,” says Raymond. “We can change the

Mix up your training program with fitness classes JBLM Sports and Fitness Centers offer a variety of classes so you can get fit without worrying about getting bored with your workouts.

Combat readiness classes instructed at Wilson Sports and Fitness Center by strength and conditioning specialist Rich Rosenblum (253-966-7660; rich.rosenblum@us.army.mil):

Combat Readiness: Tactical strength and conditioning Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8 to 9 a.m.

Push your conditioning to the next level with this collegiate-style approach geared to improve overall strength, power, endurance and agility. This program is geared toward individuals training for the rigors of Ranger School, Special Forces selection and off-season athletics.

Combat Readiness: Weight management Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 2 to 3 p.m.

This intense class is for those who need to do better on the PT test. This tested and proven class will improve leg strength (making you run faster and longer!) and core strength as well as decrease body fat.

Instructional classes Schedule and details at JBLMmwr.com.

Free classes taught by volunteer instructors at some JBLM fitness center locations include aerobics, cardio kickboxing and yoga.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

More ways to stay in shape 5th Annual Aerobathon Get a free five-minute chair massage and enter to win a 30-minute massage from Sarah Jenkins, LMP, at the 5th Annual Aerobathon. The first 250 attendees at Wilson Sports and Fitness Center (Lewis North)Saturday, Jan. 8 will receive a free T-shirt.

9 a.m. Warm up/kickboxing 9 a.m. to noon Indoor cycling 9:30 a.m. Total body conditioning 10 a.m. Zumba 10:30 a.m. Total Body Shock 11 a.m. Step aerobics 11:30 a.m. Zumba Limited free onsite child care is available on a first-come, first-served basis from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. , or reserve hourly care by calling 253-966-CYSS or at JBLMmwr.com/CYS. Event details: 253-967-7471. Event sponsored by LifeFitness; no federal endorsement implied.

spencerfamilydentalwa.com

Your local Tricare/ United Concordia office, providing dental care for all ages!

Civilian fitness program

workout to fit just about anybody’s needs and goals.”

For more information on starting or improving your fitness program at a JBLM fitness center, call 253-967-7471.

Improve your fitness and morale, lower your stress level and minimize health risks. Sign up for the Civilian Fitness Program to receive three hours of administrative leave weekly to get in shape at a JBLM gym. Register at https://ft.lewis.army.mil. The next assessment is Tuesday, Jan. 25 at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center.

For details, call 253-967-5122.

Join in these SPORTS & FITNESS PROGRAMS at Joint Base Lewis-McChord!

March 12 St. Patty’s Day 5K & 10K Run March 26 Xtreme Mountain Bike Race April 23 Family 4.3-mile Zombie Walk/Run May 21 Down & Dirty 5K Mud Run June 4 Bodybuilding Competition June 18 Triple Threat Triathlon No. 1 Events open to the public. Info at JBLMmwr.com/race_calendar or call 253-967-2604/4768.

FOR ALL NEW PATIENTS WITH COMPREHENSIVE EXAM, NECESSARY X-RAYS AND CLEANING!

Call today for an appointment.

Lakewood:

9101 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite B-1 253-584-2250

Graham:

22205 Meridian Ave. E, Suite 109 253-875-6599

Our services include white fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, invisalign braces, implants, dentures and partials.

JBLMmwr.com

24 25

Learning & earning

Succeed with your

New Year’s resolutions Taking charge of your life, health and finances provides you the perfect opportunity.

By Ryki Carlson, JBLM Financial Counselor

T

Three of the top 10 New Year’s resolutions include losing weight, saving time and spending less money. Combining these into creating low-cost healthy meals for your family can help you reach your goals. One of the best kitchen tools to help you achieve these goals is a slow cooker.

Slow cooking offers you the opportunity to prepare a meal in the morning and be read-to-eat after a busy day at work. Cooking with a slow cooker is not limited to soups and stews—the variety of recipes available in cookbooks and on the Internet offers you almost unlimited options.

The simplicity of cooking with a slow cooker helps reduce your grocery bill by slowly cooking less expensive cuts of meat and tenderizing them over low heat for a period of time. Additionally, it’s a great time to use fruits and veg-

26

etables in season, which are usually less expensive and highly nutritious. When you plan meals, make a list of items you need and compare it with what you have on hand. This helps eliminate wasting food and money. Take a few moments to match coupons to your list by visiting ppgazette.com.

Optimally, this wonderful kitchen appliance can improve the nutritional

content of meals while increasing flavor. With slow cooking, flavors have time to fully develop—vegetables absorb the flavors of the stock and herbs used. You can tailor any recipe to your taste preferences. Leftovers from these meals offer great nutritional lunches with little or no additional cost, while helping to eliminate eating out at lunchtime.

Beef pot roast One beef pot roast One box, (two envelopes) onion soup mix Baby carrots New potatoes Two cups water Place beef pot roast in crockpot and sprinkle soup mix. Add carrots and new potatoes.

Pour water over pot roast, and cook on low eight to 10 hours or until tender. Thicken the gravy with a cornstarch.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

Start your New Year off with a good book

good times at JBLM libraries STAFF PICKS

• The Kind Diet: A Simple Guide to Feeling Great by Alicia Silverstone • The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest

by Steig Larson

Comfort quilts for children with deployed parents

• Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks

By Marty Alexander, Grandstaff Library

• Cross Fire by James Patterson

Nearly 1,000 young children at Joint Base Lewis-McChord are enjoying the comforts of special quilts made with lots of love.

• Open by Andre Agassi

Make a visit to JBLM Libraries Your libraries are ready to assist you with recreational, professional and educational reading materials, homework help and more. Check out books, computer games, movies, audio books/Playaways, flip videos and a whole lot more! Services include Internet access, Wi-Fi, faxing, scanning, photocopying and meeting and study spaces.

Get help with informational, research and readers’ advisory needs.

Bookmark http://mylibraryus.fmwr. net/search~S71 to see what a fantastic resource JBLM Libraries can be. For locations and hours of operation, see page 30 or call 253-967-5889.

Storytime & crafts Book Patch Library hosts storytime Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Additionally, the McChord Field Library storytime events are Thursdays at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Come join the libraries for stories, activities and more.

Georgia Cartner Nearly 100 children, including Andrew Levine, participated in the Winter Reading Program, reading and making holiday crafts. Stop by Book Patch Library for more fun.

Marty Alexander

&

This month, we’ll complete our 1,000th quilt.

The Quilts for Kids program started in April 2003 to make quilts for children having difficulty with a parent’s deployment. This month, we’ll complete our 1,000th quilt! Using a six-hour pattern, quilts are made by volunteers with donated materials and given to Child Guidance at Madigan Army Medical Center, child development centers and the Fisher House. You may also call the library to receive a quilt.

For the past two years, volunteers have met on Make a Difference Day and quilted for more than six hours. This year’s youngest volunteer was 7 (although young children usually aren’t allowed to help, she enjoyed picking out material with her mom), and several young men also enjoyed the opportunity to help.

Currently based out of the Grandstaff Library at Lewis Main, the Quilts for Kids program meets Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

$

$AVE BIG

BUCKS

Couponing 101

Learn to save big using coupons!

You could take home a basket of goodies acquired for free by redeeming coupons.

• McChord Field Library Thursday, Jan. 20 at noon • Grandstaff Library Tuesday, Jan. 25 at 6 p.m.

JBLMmwr.com

26 27

Connections

Your opinion matters to us!

Whether you choose to get outside with Outdoor Recreation this winter or stay warm at the libraries, fill out an ICE comment & let us know about your experience.

Interactive Customer Evaluation Another holiday season has passed but the events and activities that make the long, cold winter bearable are in full swing. Find out about outdoor activities, clinics and equipment rental with a visit to the Northwest Adventure Center and Adventures Unlimited.

If you’re one who wants to stay out of the cold, check out activities at JBLM bowling centers, AFC Arena, Arts and Crafts and many more locations.

Check out the Family and MWR event calendar at JBLMmwr.com to ensure you don’t miss anything.

Let managers know what you thought about your experiences— share praise or suggestions via the Interactive Customer Evaluation sys-

For all your automotive needs, check out the auto skills centers on JBLM. The skilled professionals can guide you through your repairs. For more location and contact information, see page 30.

28

tem accessible at https://ice.disa.mil and Army OneStop kiosks across JBLMLewis. The more feedback you provide, the better JBLM staff can serve you.

Were you satisfied with the service?

Did it meet your needs?

Highlighted here are positive comments, but every comment is reviewed, and concerns receive prompt action to bring a positive resolution.

Outdoor Recreation “I rented a travel trailer, and the staff was amazing—prompt, courteous and patient. Thanks for a memorable weekend.”

“I wanted to express my sincere thanks to all the professionals at the Rifle & Skeet Range—particularly John Allen ... who delivers outstanding support.”

Your voice makes a difference— your comments are sent straight to managers and command.

Recreation Auto Skills Center “The staff is very knowledgeable and user-friendly. Keep up the good work.”

Libraries “The Lewis Library System is awesome.

It has the best collection of books, DVDs and audio books that I’ve seen at an Army library. The collection of educational DVDs at Grandstaff particularly impressed me.”

Find our new page on Facebook!

Lewis-McChord Family and MWR Become our fan—visit LewisMcChord Family and MWR on Facebook—to get up-to-date information on discounts, giveaways and upcoming community events.

The page is also a great place to ask questions and connect with other MWR patrons.

Lewis-McChord Family and MWR asked: We’re interested in your input! Tell us what you think of giveaways, discounts and contests we conduct on our Facebook page?

“They’re great!” —Janet F. “I think the winners should be random picks.” —Linda S.

Ursula Buford

By Curtis Atkinson, JBLM Customer Service Officer

“Love doing the contests, also like doing the giveaways—lots of fun for everyone!” —Patti J.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011

PROUDLY SUPPORTING OUR MILITARY SINCE 1991

Your Incredible Credit Store®

Computers

Bedrooms

Gaming

MOVE-IN SPECIAL

Mattresses

10% OFF

Living Rooms

FIRST MERCHANDISE PURCHASE (Must bring in flyer)

• Quality Merchandise • Superior Customer Service • Immediate Delivery • Allotment Experts • No Credit? Bad Credit? No Problem!

Dining Rooms

• Power of Attorney Accepted

Tires & Rims

Your INCrEDIBlE CrEDIt StorE®

STORE HOURS: M-F 10am-9pm SAT 10am-8pm • SUN 12pm-5pm

Credit approved online or by phone in minutes!

lAKEWooD 6010 MAIN StrEEt SW lAKEWooD, WA 98499 253-582-9228

www.usadiscounters.net

CHECK OUT OUR ®

IN OUR LAKEWOOD STORE Check out our internet specials

JBLMmwr.com 28 You are automatically approved for credit at USA Discounters if you are Active Duty Military and Government Employees.29

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Family & MWR phone guide MWR facility

Location

MWR facility

Phone number

Location

Phone number

family & the homefront learning & earning

feelin’ good

adventures

food & fun

253-982-2695 Airman & Family Readiness Bldg. 552 M 253-967-7166 Army Community Service Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-9852 Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall Army Emergency Relief 1-877-272-7337 (For after-hours emergencies, call the Red Cross) 253-967-3689 Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. Army Family Action Plan 253-967-4458 Army Family Covenant Arena Bldg. 2275 Liggett Ave. 253-967-2382 Army Family Team Building Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. 253-967-2324 Bldg. 4274 Idaho St. Army Volunteer Corps Beachwood Child Dev. Ctr Bldg.8300 American LakeAve. Closed for renovations Before- & after-school care Bldg. 560 M 253-982-9056 Clarkmoor Child Dev. Center Bldg. 2095 Bitar Ave. 253-967-2300 Clarkmoor Hourly Care Center Bldg. 2094 Bitar Ave. 253-966-2490 CYS Parent Central Services Bldg. 2295 12th & Bitar 253-966-CYSS Bldg. 100 M annex location 253-966-CYSS Domestic violence helpline Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. 253-966-SAFE Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave DSHS 253-966-9419 Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave Employment Readiness 253-967-3538 Exceptional Family Mbr Prgm Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-9704 Family Advocacy Program Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. 253-967-6618 Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. Family Child Care 253-967-3039 Bldg.

4274 Idaho St. Family Events & Prgms 253-966-7935 M Adventures Unlimited 253-982-2206 Bldg. 739 Bldg. 4274 Idaho St. Family Resource Center 253-967-9496 Evergreen Inn 253-982-5613 Bldg. 1147 M Immigration & Naturalization Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-3633 Leisure Travel Services 253-967-3085 AFC Arena, Bldg. 2275 Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall Information & Referral 253-967-6399 Lodging/Rainier Inn 253-967-2815 Bldg. 2111 N Bldg.

2140 Waller Hall Loan Closet 253-967-3635 Northwest Adventure Center Bldg. 8050 NCO Beach Rd. 253-967-8282 Madigan Child Dev. Center Bldg. 6995 Jackson Ave. 253-967-2800 Equipment rental & sales 253-967-8282 M Madigan Infant/Toddler Center Bldg. 6993 Jackson Ave. 253-968-7924 Holiday Park 253-982-5488 253-982-4901/4166 McChord Field Child Dev. Center Bldg. 578, 580 M Outdoor adventures 253-967-6263 253-495-8425 Military Family Life Consultants Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. Scuba diving center 253-967-3405 253-967-9916 Mobilization & Deployment Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. Travel camp, cabin rental, storage lot reservations 253-967-7744 253-967-7409 New Parent Support Prgm Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. Paintball reservations 253-912-8000 North Fort Child Dev. Center Bldg.8589American LakeAve. N 253-966-8901 Rifle & Pistol Range 253-967-9803 Range 15 North Fort Part-Day Programs Bldg.8587American LakeAve. N 253-966-9715 Russell Landing Marina 253-967-2510 American Lake Rd. N Bldg.8584American LakeAve. N 253-966-7166 North Fort Youth Center Shoreline Park Beach Road N 253-967-2510 Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-968-7199 Outreach Program Skeet & Trap Range Bldg. 3969 2nd Div. Range Rd. 253-967-7056 N Bldg.

8197 American Lake Dr. 253-966-4802 Raindrops & Rainbows Bldg. 3236 2nd Div & Handrich 253-967-2604 Sports Admin. Office 253-967-3628 Relocation Readiness Prgm Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall Cowan & Memorial stadiums Bldg. 2170 Bitar Ave. & 12th St. 253-967-2912 Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-7195 School Liaison Office Bldg. 2170 Bitar Ave. & 12th St. 253-967-4768 Intramural sports 253-967-3583 Sexual Assault Prevention/Response Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. Bldg. 2022 Liggett Ave. & Div. Jensen Family Health & Fitness Closed for renovations Bldg.

2021C Liggett Ave. 253-966-2564/3747 Soldier & Family Asst.

Center Keeler Sports & Fitness Center Bldg. 9993 Garfield St. Closed for renovations 253-967-7501 Survivor Outreach Services Bldg. 4274 Idaho St. Keeler Sports & Fitness Center 253-967-6652 Keeler Pool Bldg. 2295 12th & Bitar 253-967-4441 Teen Zone 253-982-5666 McChord Field Fitness Center Bldg. 729 M Bldg.

9037 Gardner Loop 253-968-5656 Warrior Child Dev. Center M Bldg. 736 253-982-2807 McChord Field Pool Bldg.

2166 Liggett Ave. 253-966-4956 WIC 253-967-5869 McVeigh Sports & Fitness Center Bldg. 2160 Liggett Ave. M Bldg. 3032 253-982-2203 Youth programs McVeigh Sports & Fitness Center 253-967-5026 Kimbro Pool Bldg. 2295 12th & Bitar 253-967-2405 Youth sports 253-967-7311 Sheridan Sports & Fitness Center Bldg. 3759 Stryker Ave. 253-967-5533 Bldg.

2109 N. 10th St. Book Patch Library Bldg. 3236 2nd Div. & Handrich 253-967-4771 Soldiers Field House 253-967-2824 Bldg. 3271 2nd Div. Dr Crittenberger Library 253-967-5390 Soldiers Field House Pool Soldiers Field House 253-967-3525 Bldg.

2140 Waller Hall Financial Readiness Bldg. 11596, D St. & 41st Div. N 253-967-7471 Wilson child care 253-967-5889 Bldg.

2109 N. 10th St. Grandstaff Library Wilson Sports & Fitness Center Bldg. 11596, D St. & 41st Div. N 253-967-7471 253-968-2707 MAMC, Room G-94-6 Madigan education counsel.

Customer Svc Mgmt System https://ice.disa. mil 253-477-1072 253-982-9900 Bldg. 851 M McChord Field Ed Center Facilities are on JBLM-Lewis Main unless otherwise indicated.

M 253-982-3454 Bldg.

851 McChord Field Library Lewis North McChord Field N M Call for hours and details. For more information and up-to-date listings, visit JBLMmwr.com.

253-967-7174 Bldg.

6242 Colorado Ave. Stone Education Center 30 Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011 253-964-1209 Arts & Crafts Center Bldg. 5038 Pendleton Ave. 253-967-5001 253-982-6726 Bldg. 1121 M Auto Skills Center Bldg. 4043 inside DuPont Gate 253-967-3728 253-982-7226 Bldg. 1120 M Battle Bean coffee shops AFC Arena, Bldg. 2275 253-964-8837 253-282-5522 Lewis North Trailer N 253-964-8152 Stone Education Center Bistro at Russell Landing Bldg.8981American LakeAve. N 253-964-2813 BOSS Program 253-967-5636 Bldg. 3168 2nd Division Dr. Bowl Arena 253-967-4661 Bldg. 2272 Liggett Ave. Cascade Community Center Bldg. 2400 Bitar Ave. 253-964-0331 Eagles Pride Golf Course Off I-5, Exit 116 253-967-6522 Five Star Catering 253-982-8175 Bldg. 700 M Madigan Café 253-964-4054 Bldg. 9903 Old MAMC McChord Field Club 253-982-5581 Bldg. 700 M Nelson Recreation Center Bldg. 3168 2nd Division Dr. 253-967-2539 Sounders Lanes 253-982-5954 Bldg. 737 M Special Events Office 253-967-5776 Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. Whispering Firs Golf Course Bldg. 895 M 253-982-4927 American Lake Community Center Bldg.8085 American Lake Ave. N

JBLMMWR.com

Military Purchase Program

Be there when you can't be there.

Bring everyone closer together with the first laptop to feature Skype certification and a Hi Definition webcam.

Customize your Dell XPS with preinstalled Skype software at special military prices today.

Call 1-866-257-4711 or shop online Dell.com/mpp/armedforces ALL ORDERS ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AND ACCEPTANCE BY DELL. Offers subject to change, not combinable with all other offers. Taxes, shipping, handling and other fees apply. Valid for U.S. Dell Member Purchase Program new purchases only. Dell reserves right to cancel orders arising from pricing or other errors.

Dell XPS 15 • Windows® 7 Home Premium • 15.6" Widescreen HD Display • 2.0MP HD Webcam, JBL 2.1 Speakers • Preloaded Skype software

WITH MILITARY SAVINGS

84999

$

Your PC, simplified.

Be productive and stay connected to the people and things that matter most with Windows® 7 Home Premium.

JBLMmwr.com

30 31

Those who don’t loan money don’t have many friends.

we’re very popular.

Let’s just say www.youracu.org

253.964.3113

Three branches on JBLM Lewis to serve you.

32

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • January 2011 We do business in accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Law and the Credit Opportunity We Equal do business in accordanceAct. with the Federal Fair Housing Law and the Equal Credit Opportunity Act.