FOCUS Eat better, feel better SEE PAGE 7 FOR DETAILS.
Tips for traveling internationally Pages 14–15
Get out of your comfort zone with fun new activities Pages 18–21
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It’s not surprising that MWR eateries have healthy dishes that are also delicious. Plus, attend Operation Baby Shower and many more fun activities. Also see what your Arts & Crafts Center is up to this month.
sports, fitness & aquatics 12 Make this year a fit one
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Join us at the 2018 Fitness Fair for a sample of free aerobics classes; look forward to upcoming sports and races.
adventures 14 Tips on traveling well Traveling abroad’s easier with our expert’s tips. Plus, explore the great outdoors on ODR trips and clip the 2018 Sporting Clays calendar.
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18 How to make this year amazing Expand your horizons with a new sport, hobby, volunteer opportunity or learning. We have lots of ready-made opportunities!
youth 22 This year’s going to be fun! Join CYS for fun activities and learning, plus building new friendships.
military & Family readiness 26 Build a better life Navigate the new year down a path of your choosing with tools and help from AFCS/ DFPR.
libraries 32 Enjoy fun for everyone
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Have you visited your JBLM libraries yet? Start having fun with new free activities for a variety of ages!
Photos: Alisha Bator (14)
FROM THE COVER Start something fresh this year January’s full of excitement and anticipation. It’s also a great time to explore new horizons with us as the year gets underway. Read the issue from cover to cover for ideas, services and activities that can improve your life starting today!
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Expect good things from MWR this year! The road ahead of us is wide open with expectations of good things to come with the New Year. We can help you get a good start on that road with the many services and resources we provide for everyone at JBLM. For starters, if you’re among the many of us who want better health, take a look at ideas for eating lighter (page 6) and ways to maintain or increase fitness levels (pages 12–13). Why not challenge yourself to learn something fun and new this year? We have suggestions for a variety of interests in the feature article on pages 18–21. Part of your challenge might be to travel to Europe, South America, Thailand or somewhere you’ve always wanted to explore. Find first-hand tips on how to make international travel easier on pages 14–15. Another road you might take is to join others to explore our region, which can be incredibly beautiful in winter. Turn to page 17 for Outdoor Recreation Program trips. Your Family is part of your journey, and you can include them in new experiences with Child & Youth Services (pages 22–23) and the many events at your JBLM libraries (pages 32–33). Armed Forces Community Service/DFPR provides you and your Family opportunities to build the kind of life you want. For instance, in this issue, you’ll learn how you can kick-start a new career with educational opportunities, set and achieve concrete goals for your Family and use specific techniques that sustain changes you want to make for a healthier lifestyle. Plus, you’ll get ample help and instruction along the way (see pages 26–31). We hope we can help you find the good life you strive for both here at JBLM and wherever this year leads you. In turn, we appreciate your input to help us improve our services. Take a few minutes to share your suggestions with us at ice.disa.mil.
William E. Harvey Director, Family & MWR at JBLM
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FOCUS JBLM Family & MWR Director, Family & MWR Marketing director Editor/writer
William E. Harvey
Kimberly Rowe
Patti Jeffrey
Layout & design Patti Jeffrey Contributors Alisha Bator, Patti Jeffrey, Jackie Kelly Contributing photographers Alisha Bator, Ken Dietiker, Patti Jeffrey, MWR Marketing staff, Erika Scott-Small, Kaweka Stoney For commercial sponsorship or advertising inquiries, off-base businesses, call Angela Frasier at 253-966-2256. Submissions are welcome but may be edited for accuracy, clarity and style. Photo submissions, accompanied by a release from the photographer and the Family/individual are also accepted. Send full-resolution (1–4 MB) jpgs to kimberly@JBLMmwr.com. The editor reserves the right to use photos for any future Focus publication in print and online without restrictions. Photos may be resized for magazine formats. Photographer will be given credit. The JBLM “FOCUS” is an unofficial monthly information source. Activities described herein, which are open to authorized patrons and, where applicable, guests, are subject to change; contact the activity for confirmation. Opinions are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent Family & MWR, Joint Base LewisMcChord 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. Visit us at JBLMmwr.com or fb.com/JBLMFamilyMWR.
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Y
ou may turn up your nose at the sound of some healthy foods (and we don’t blame you).
Battle Bean. Choose from Caesar, chick-
But we’re guessing you won’t even notice how healthy some of the delicious meals are that you’re ordering at our eateries! By choosing from the many fresh food options from our menus, you’re
en Caesar or the turkey club salad. The Strike Zone at either Bowl Arena
Lighter sandwiches are slimming Cut down on sandwich calories with
Lanes at Lewis Main or Sounders Lanes
more veggies, protein-rich and vitamin-
at McChord Field offers garden, garden
filled fish, meat, chicken, beans and
with grilled chicken, taco and side salad
minimal high-calorie spreads.
choices. Combine your salad with the
Find healthy, great-tasting sandwich
soup of the day and you have a satisfy-
and wrap options at the Zone inside the
ing combination.
Warrior Zone. Try the turkey, Thai
The Zone’s menu (located inside the
chicken, chicken chipotle and turkey
choosing better fuel for your body.
Warrior Zone) offers healthy gourmet
Caesar wraps stuffed with great flavor
Salads are glamorous
salad choices that include the chef,
and seasonings. Also indulge in tuna
chicken Cobb and house side salads.
salad, veggie, roast beef, turkey and
Look your glam best by eating lots of
Samuel Adams Brewhouse JBLM (at
chicken sandwiches.
fresh veggies, salads and fruit. They’re
Lewis Main) has a tasty house salad (to
healthy for your complexion, heart,
which you can add grilled chicken), the
Lewis Main) also offers Thai chicken and
immune system, brain and waistline.
ever-popular wedge salad and red pepper
chicken chipotle wraps — a side salad’s
hummus dish with veggies and flatbread
included in the price.
For instance, did you know that the McChord Grill has the biggest weekday
on its menu.
Samuel Adams Brewhouse JBLM (at
Also look for lighter sandwiches that
salad bar at JBLM? Everyone at JBLM
The Sam Adams at Eagles Pride Golf
aren’t grilled and filled at the Strike
can take advantage of the boatload of
Course offers Cobb, Caesar and chicken
Zones inside Bowl Arena Lanes and
ingredients, plus sandwiches and soup
Caesar salads for lunch and dinner.
Sounders Lanes, plus take-away sand-
of the day, whether you’re a Club member or not. In a rush for lunch? Get a quick salad to-go from the Stone Education Center
The soon-to-open Habañero Mexican Grill will sport a newly remodeled space
wiches at the Stone Ed Battle Bean. View menus and locations of our eater-
and fresh new menu — look for details
ies at JBLMmwr.com under dining and
next month.
coffee shops.
Left: The McChord Grill, inside the Club at McChord Field, offers a full salad bar from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. weekdays.
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Enjoy new McChord Grill specials It’s a new year with tasty new specials
Club members, you’re being appre-
McChord Field’s customer service mall. While you’re ordering, pick up your
at the McChord Grill. Come on in for
ciated at a free dinner at the Club at
breakfast or lunch for a complete take-
Taco Tuesdays and Fish ‘n Chip Fridays
McChord Field Wednesday, Jan. 31 from
out meal!
from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. in January.
5–7 p.m. Family members and guests
The $8 Taco Tuesday special includes a soft drink. The $8 Fish ‘n Chip Friday
can also attend for $5 each. Also get in on Club-member bingo
special includes a soft drink; add chow-
and happy hour snacks starting at 5 p.m.
der to the special for a total of $9.50.
Fridays and enjoy McChord Pub drinks,
The McChord Grill is open to everyone at JBLM — no membership needed. The grill’s inside the Club at McChord Field at 700 Barnes Blvd.
McChord Pub celebrates the groundhog
games and TV starting at 4 p.m. Fridays. The Club is at 700 Barnes Blvd. For more information, call 253-982-5581.
Buy locally with Battle Bean blends Filling up with Battle Bean coffee not
No matter what Mr. Groundhog says
only is delicious, it helps supports MWR
the weather will be like after Groundhog
by recycling your money back into MWR
Day, we’re celebrating the day Friday,
food and recreation. Battle Bean coffee is
Feb. 2 with food and drink specials in
proudly roasted right here at JBLM!
the McChord Pub starting at 4 p.m.
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The Club appreciates its members
Grab your fuel — Americano, espresso,
For more information on Battle Bean location hours and menus, visit JBLMmwr.com/coffee.
Enter monthly bowling tourney Like to bowl and compete in a friendly way? Get in on Bowl Arena Lanes’ Nine-Pin No-Tap Tourney Saturday, Jan. 13! Check in at noon and begin play at 12:30 p.m. Sign up at the front counter (2272 Liggett Ave. at Lewis Main) or call 253-967-4661. The next tourney is Saturday, Feb. 10.
Enjoy Family Golf The joy of golf lasts a lifetime! Introduce your kids ages 15 and younger to
Come on over after work and enjoy the
latte, Italian soda, hot chocolate, cider,
our new Family Golf program at Eagles
party! The pub is inside the Club at
frap or mocha — where Battle Bean is
Pride and Whispering Firs golf courses.
McChord Field, 700 Barnes Blvd.
served at Stone Ed, the Warrior Zone and
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Saturday and Sunday after 2 p.m., a
Free Operation Baby Shower for new & expecting parents New or expecting moms and dads are invited to JBLM’s free Operation Baby Shower at American Lake Conference Center Saturday, Jan. 20 from noon–4 p.m. The free event includes door
prizes, baby shower games, refreshments, educational and pampering products, presenters and more. ALCC is at 8085 NCO Beach Rd. at Lewis North. For more information, call 253-982-6726/6721.
Join the fun with wine and canvas
Ken Dietiker
Family of four can golf nine holes for $30 (includes cart, rental clubs, range balls and hot dog with soda meals).
Get in on the fun with a brandnew year and brand-new ideas at Wine and Canvas events. Reserve your spot now at JBLMmwrRegistration.com for the Friday, Jan. 26 event at the Club at McChord Field from 6–8:30 p.m. Make it a date with your best friends or spouse, even if you’re a beginner! Art supplies, light appetiz-
ers and your first glass of wine are included in the $30 cost. You’ll get instruction, plus samples of completed paintings for inspiration. This month, the theme is “Lush Leaves.” Seating is limited and you must be age 21 or older to attend; please arrive early. The Club is located at 700 Barnes Blvd.
Questions? Call Eagles Pride (I-5 Exit 116) at 253-967-6522 or Whispering Firs (895 Lincoln Blvd. at McChord Field) at 253-982-2124.
The $59 JBLM Fall/Winter Golf Pass keeps you in the game Like to golf year-round at Eagles Pride or Whispering Firs golf courses? Buy a $59 Fall/Winter Golf Pass! The pass includes your first round of golf and 25 percent off green fees until 11 a.m. and 50 percent off after 11 a.m. seven days a week for future rounds (excludes tournaments and other green fee specials). The pass is good through Saturday, March 31 at JBLM. Want to find out the latest specials and tourneys? Check it out at: • fb.com/EaglesPrideGolf. • fb.com/WhisperingFirsGolf. Erika Scott-Small
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New ceramics studio is open! Your Arts & Crafts Center is offering a new “paint-n-go” ceramics studio! Dabble in underglazes and acrylic paints, then leave your item for firing and pick up your finished piece the following week! The studio is open from 9 a.m.– 5 p.m. (with clean-up at 4:30). You can reserve the studio for ceramics parties, kids’ craft parties or a friends’ day out by calling ahead. Call 253-982-6726/6718 for more information or stop by 1121 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field.
Enter your best photos in Army Digital Photo Contest Enter your best photos by Wednesday, Jan. 31 into the Army’s annual Digital Photography Contest. You could see your photo online in the contest’s gallery as a winner! Enter as an active duty military member, Family member, retiree or DOD civilian. Seven categories are available: animals, design elements, digital darkroom, military life, nature and landscape,
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Enter up to three photos per category.
monthly Kids’ Kraft Friday, Jan. 19 at the
Cash prizes will be awarded for each
Arts & Crafts Center from 3:30–5 p.m.
division and category. First place is $300,
This month, your child can create tree
second place is $200 and third place is
frogs from a variety of materials! Please
$100.
preregister by calling 253-982-6726.
To enter and for rules, visit armymwr.com/digital-photo.aspx.
Arts & Crafts is at 1121 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field.
Adults, come craft with new evening classes Your Arts & Crafts Center is now offering new evening classes for ages 18 and older Friday nights from 5–6:30 p.m. Bring your friends and meet new ones while you create projects each month. • Join the new scrapbooking club and build a recipe book Jan. 5. • Sign up for Valentine wreath making Jan. 12. • Guys will like the DIY and Brew Club Jan. 19 where you can make a leather change bowl and enjoy a beer (ages 21 and older only). Call us at 253-982-6726/6721 for details on next month’s clubs. Arts & Crafts is at 1121 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field.
Arts & Crafts Center Clip ‘n Save Coupons Buy 1, get 1 for 25% off on ceramics studio pieces in stock
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M
ake this year a fit year! Join us at a number of fitness events that can take you from a beginner’s nerves to fabulous fun.
Our certified aerobics instructors are committed not only to excellence but
and keep coming back. Best of all, every
to helping you become accustomed to
aerobics class at JBLM is free!
new ways of working out, whether it’s
Fitness Resolution Fair Saturday, Jan. 13
They help you start with the correct
before you decide on just one.
Effective date: 10/03/2017
6:45 AM 9 AM 10 AM 11:30 AM 4:30 PM 5:30 PM
JENSEN FAMILY HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER SCHEDULE
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Yoga Bootcamp *Zumba
*Connected Warrior Yoga Cardio Circuit *Yoga Zumba
*COMMIT Dance Fitness STRONG
Cardio Circuit *Yoga Zumba
TRX Indoor Cycling Yoga *Zumba Toning
STRONG
Mixxed Fit
*These classes are volunteer taught and are subject to cancellation in the event of an emergency.
Time 7–7:45 AM NOON–1 PM 4:45–5:45 PM 5:45–6:45 PM
Yoga *Zumba
Time
*COMMIT Dance Fitness
*Zumba
Hours of Operation: Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–7 p.m. DONSA 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Closed on Holidays
2022 Liggett Ave. & Division JBLM Lewis Main 253-967-5975
McCHORD ANNEX SPORTS & FITNESS CENTER SCHEDULE MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Bootcamp Bootcamp Kickboxing MixxedFit
Cycling Circuit RIPPED Zumba
Bootcamp Kickboxing MixxedFit
TRX Beliraq RIPPED
Indoor Cycling
726, 5th St. JBLM McChord Field 253-982-6700
6:30–7:30 AM 10:15–11:15 AM 11:15–12:15 AM 4:30–5:30 PM 6:00–7:00 PM
Mixxed Fit
Hours of Operation: Mon–Fri 5:30 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat & Sun/Hol/Family Days closed
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Indoor Cycling
*Indoor Cycling
*These classes are volunteer taught and are subject to cancellation in the event of an emergency.
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Indoor Cycling
Zumba Mixxed Fit
Indoor Cycling
11596 D St. & 41st Div. JBLM Lewis North 253- 967-7471
Hours Of Operation: Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–9 p.m. Sat & Sun/ Hol/DONSA 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
MCVEIGH SPORTS & FITNESS CENTER SCHEDULE Time 5:30–6:30 PM
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Functional Fitness Class
2160 Liggett Ave. JBLM Lewis Main 253- 967-5869
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Functional Fitness Class
Functional Fitness Class
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SATURDAY
Hours Of Operation: Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–9 p.m. Sat & Sun/ Hol/DONSA 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Visit our web site atVisit www.jblmmwr.com/fitness us at JBLMmwr.com/fitness and Check out our facebook page at fb.com/JBLMSportsFitnessAquatics www.facebook.com/JBLMSportsFitnessAquatics
More ways to be fit at JBLM Compete in Commander’s Cup volleyball JBLM’s Commander’s Cup volleyball starts in January — attend the informational meeting Wednesday, Jan. 3 at noon at Nelson Recreation Center or Thursday, Jan. 4 at noon at the McChord Fitness Center. Active duty Service members at JBLM are welcome to apply; unit entry deadline is Wednesday, Jan. 10. The championship is Feb. 12–15. Questions? Call 253-967-9210 or visit JBLMmwr.com/intramural.
Join the 2018 Fitness Fair
WILSON SPORTS & FITNESS CENTER SCHEDULE
MONDAY
Sample a number of classes at the 2018
through dance fitness or Bootcamp.
JBLM Fitness Class SCHEDULE
Time
form and pace so you stay encouraged
Come out and sample free fitness classes at the 2018 Fitness Resolution Fair Saturday, Jan. 13 at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center from 9–11:30 a.m. Participate in Zumba, yoga, MixxedFit and spin classes and visit health vendors on site to be entered into prize drawings. Wilson is located at 11596 D. St. and 41st Division at Lewis North.
Enter Commander’s Cup bowling Open to active duty Service members at JBLM, the 2018 JBLM Commander’s Cup bowling starts Thursday, Feb. 8. Attend a representative meeting Wednesday, Jan. 17 at noon at Bowl
R
aces at JBLM are fun for beginners to elite runners, Families and groups of friends. We offer a variety of runs that range
from stroller- and kid-friendly courses to
prizes. Find the challenge link whenever
10-milers.
you sign up for a JBLM run online.
Sign up for as many runs as you can to
The next fun run celebrates the Irish
earn points in the JBLM Fitness Chal-
in all of us with the Saturday, March 10
lenge as you work toward gold, silver
Shamrock ‘n Run! Find more details at
or bronze status and the chance to win
JBLMmwr.com/races.
Arena Lanes. Unit entry deadline is Wednesday, Jan. 31. The top four teams will compete in the championship Thursday, April 5. Bowl Arena Lanes is located at Lewis Main at 2272 Liggett Ave. For more details, call 253-967-4661 or visit JBLMmwr.com/intramural.
Open league sports coming up The 2018 open league season is com-
JBLM RACE CALENDAR
2018
ing up soon for everyone at JBLM ages 18 and older. Here’s what’s planned: • Women’s volleyball begins Saturday, Feb. 17. • Women’s basketball starts Saturday, April 7. • Softball starts Saturday, April 7. • Flag football starts Saturday, April 14. • Basketball begins Saturday, June 16. • Volleyball starts Saturday, June 16. • Softball begins Saturday, Aug. 18. Entry costs vary for each sport. Players without teams are encouraged to attend the coaches meeting for placement. For informational meeting dates, visit JBLMmwr.com/intramural.
Swim indoors all winter Work all your major muscle groups
RACE Shamrock ‘n Run CC 10-Miler Qualifier Awareness Run Down & Dirty Mud Run Sound to Narrows (Military) Freedom Run 10 Miler Pacific Pathways Triathlon Salmon Run Zombie Apocalypse Run Commander’s Cup Champ. Turkey Trot Jingle Bell Jog
DATE TIME DISTANCE 10 March 0930/1000 1K/5K 20 April 0530 10 Miles 28 April 1000 5K 0900 1st wave 5K 12 May 9 June 0830 12K 4 July 0800/815/845 10 Miles/1K/5K 4 August 0730 Tri Sprint 25 August 1030/1100/1130 12K/1K/5K 1K/5K 13 October 2000/2030 19 October 0600 5K 17 Nov. 0930/1000 1K/5K 8 December 0930/1000 1K/5K
Register: JBLMmwr.com/races
at Kimbro Pool next to McVeigh Sports & Fitness Center at Lewis Main! Recreational and lap swims, plus adult swim lessons, are available throughout the week and on weekends. See the full schedule at JBLMmwr.com/aquatics.
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How to make traveling abroad easier Learn how to safely and effectively see your bucket list locations around the world
by Alisha Bator
describe. So, if you’ve always thought
traveling on my own, with friends, Fam-
raveling, with or without other people, is one of the most spectacular things I believe we have the opportunity to experience in our lives.
that going on a trip to a beach in Bali is
ily and clients, it’s that I rely deeply on
a bit out of your reach, consider these
the resources around me wherever I go.
planning tools to turn the potential dis-
Your biggest support will be your hous-
comfort into the most amazing experi-
ing situation — whether that’s a hotel,
ences of your life!
hostel, rental apartment or a stranger’s
T
The world is a diverse, colorful, musical, talented and extraordinary place that I’m grateful to be able to witness. Now, how can we all get out there and be a part of this masterpiece? Say you’ve been looking at photos for months, admiring the midnight sun in Norway and pinning must-see ancient remnants in Guatemala. Yet, something always seems to hold you back from getting that ticket and going after your dreams. There are many obstacles when it comes to traveling, typically revolving around time and money. Then, once you’ve finally taken the big leap, the warnings come flooding in. We’ve all heard them, usually being concerns of a certain destination. The truth couldn’t be further from these notions — in fact, I believe that everyone should take the opportunity to travel, whether it’s by yourself, with friends, Family or on an organized tour. Leaving your comfort zone in any sense holds remarkable transformational effects, but when it comes to traveling abroad, the benefits are far too many to
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Planning is everything I don’t mean that you need to have every single thing set in stone before you even set out. Most of the time, the most sensational moments come when you maintain flexibility and allow yourself to chase whatever opportunities present themselves to you each day. To plan means to educate yourself on where you’re going, and it’s so important to have a knowledge of some below-thesurface cultural qualities. Knowing that in Thailand it’s considered disrespectful to have the bottom of your feet facing toward another person, or that Belize has an incredibly diverse history and English can get you around quite easily,
couch, the people who are residents of your destination will be helpful assets for your needs. Whether your concerns are about safety, health, transportation, diet restrictions or just simply not knowing enough about how to make your time there exactly what you envisioned, utilize the employees, maps, travel agencies and other dorm-room occupants to get answers to all of your questions! Any time I’ve ever needed to get to a hospital, know which bus to take to get to the next town or which streets and neighborhoods I should avoid (and ones I can’t afford to miss), there has always been someone nearby with the
will help you participate more deeply
answers. That’s part of the fun, isn’t it?
and effectively in day-to-day experi-
Being bold, meeting new people, seeing
ences.
breathtaking sites, failing at the lan-
Talking to your local travel experts,
guage you’ve been practicing for months
reading blogs, country embassy sites or
and learning all about yourself along the
details in Lonely Planet beforehand are
way.
extremely useful tools to help you be the best guest you can possibly be, because that is what we are, cultural guests!
Find your support systems If there’s one thing I’ve learned from
Smart decisions The truth is, there are still situations that can make being a traveler more problematic. It’s still a fact that travelers tend to be targets for crimes, such as
Alisha Bator
We were in a Thai villiage by the Burmese border and this guy in the village had two elephants that hung out in the river. If you said “Boom, boom,” their trunks would go in search of wherever the pumpkin was coming from — in this case, from me holding it in my mouth. (Alisha Bator leads outdoor yoga, international and ladies-only trips with the Outdoor Recreation Program.)
theft. This should not deter you; rather,
• Meet people to go to the next destina-
country, you automatically become an
it should help you make smart choices
tion with! People in hostels love to
ambassador for it! Every story you share
when it comes to planning and execut-
create communities. Enjoy group
will become the new image that people
ing a trip abroad. Here are some do’s and
dinners with people from every corner
have of that place. Use that power for
don’ts of traveling:
of the world, and maybe spend the
good! Change the preconceived notions
• Don’t bring your most expensive or
next week traveling together.
of the world. When we share our experi-
shiny jewelry — wearing your favorite
• Try not to walk alone at night, espe-
ences, we help bring the world closer
earrings, watch and clothes will not go
cially down poorly lit streets with little
together, so get out there and travel the
unnoticed.
pedestrian traffic.
world!
• Bring your camera to document the experience! But if you have an SLR or GoPro, make sure you keep it in your bag that never leaves your side, not around your neck out in public. When
• Travel with a small day bag, not a big one that begs the question, “What are they keeping in there”?
Share the experience!
Travel with us The Outdoor Recreation Program offers trips all over the world! Travel on cultural, recreational, leisurely and
I’ve also learned that I find out the
adventurous trips. We can even design a
than not there’s a big camera dangling
most about a place from people who
private tour for you. Join us for an expe-
in front of them.
have been there. So, when you visit a
rience of a lifetime this year!
you picture “tourists,” more times
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JBLM 100 TARGET Park inside Scouts Out Gate & walk out to the range, or travel from East Gate Road through the training area.
For more info, call 253-967-7056.
NEW SCHEDULE FOR 2018!
JBLM and Washington Sporting Clays Association 2018 schedule: Jan. 20 Feb. 18 March 17
April 28 May 19 June 16
July 14 Aug. 18 Sept. 29
Oct. 20 Nov. 17 Dec. 15
Register 9AM–12:15PM; • Shooting starts 10AM Entry fee: $35 for nonregistered shooters; $42 for registered shooters. Winter range hours: Wed.–Thur., Sat.–Sun. 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Unit shoots available on request on Fridays. Retail store & firearms transfers Wed.–Sun. 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Note: All guns being brought onto any part of JBLM must be registered at Waller Hall in accordance with JBLM 190-11. New gun registration form can be acquired by accessing installation link http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/des/le_veh_registration.htm and filling out HJB FORM 816-1 2014. Type or print legibly all information and read back side of the form (DO NOT BRING FIREARMS INSIDE THE BUILDING). Visitor Center personnel will provide further direction and guidance to complete the registration process. Personnel are responsible for ensuring that guns being transported are NOT LOADED and in a soft or hard gun case. Ammunition will be stored separately and all items will be located out of arm’s reach (e.g., trunk, back seat, etc). Individuals having guns are to go directly to the firing range and are restricted FROM STOPPING AT INSTALLATION FACILITIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: Lewis Exchange, Gas Station, etc. Ranges open at 10 a.m. for shooting on shotgun ranges.
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Ready to experience the Pacific Northwest like never before? Let the Outdoor Recreation Program experts guide you to places you never knew existed in the Pacific Northwest! Plan your awesome outdoor adventures for January now. Trip gear and transportation are included. Details and registration are available at JBLMmwrRegistration.com. Ladies’ day out backcountry ski/board Photography 101 Snowshoe Carbon River Snowshoe Salmon La Sac Snow tubing Yoga for skiers Snowmobiling Bald eagle float Bald eagle photo Stevens Pass backcountry ski overnighter Snowshoe Commonwealth Basin Crosscountry ski Lake Easton Introduction to backcountry skiing Seattle night photography Kayak skills class Backcountry skiing Photoshop 101 Cross-country ski Lake Easton Advanced Photoshop Snowmobile-access backcountry skiing Snowmobiling Yoga for snowshoers Backcountry skiing Wilderness First Aid Mountain biking Snowshoe Commonwealth Basin Snowshoe Hurricane Ridge Seminar on Planning International Trips Seattle photo excursion Introduction to backcountry skiing
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ake this year different by setting a goal to do something you’ve never done before! Here’s a partial list of a wide variety of new things you can get into with JBLM MWR — the sky’s the limit!
Join a bowling league Bowl Arena Lanes is accepting new members for bowling league teams in January. Take advantage of this fresh start to jump on board and brush up your bowling skills in a fun way! Available openings are on the Sunday adult league and Thursday night adult league, plus Saturday morning youth bowling (come sign up your youth Saturday, Jan. 6). Interested? Call Bowl Arena Lanes at 253-967-4661 for more information.
Learn how to golf Take individual golf lessons from our pros at JBLM golf courses at either Eagles Pride or Whispering Firs. After you get a few lessons under your belt, practice on the course with winter discounts. By spring, you might feel confident enough to enter a tournament! For more information, call the pro shop at Eagles Pride at 253-967-6522 or Whispering Firs at 253-982-2124.
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Start your own licensed child care business at home
Also check out the new 2018 Race Calendar on page 13.
Become a youth sports coach or volunteer parent
Live on base? If you love kids and want to help improve their lives, start your own business at home as a Family Child Care provider. You’ll get free training on how to run your business so you can earn up to $2,000 per month. You’ll also get subsidies for completing training modules. The next FCC orientation is Tuesday, Jan. 9 from 6–8 p.m. at the FCC office at 2013B N. 3rd and Pendleton at Lewis Main. Call the FCC Office at 253-967-3039 for more details.
Go snowshoeing
Volunteer for Child & Youth Services sports as a youth coach or volunteer parent. You’ll get free training and CYS household credits for your coaching. For more information, call the youth sports office at 253-967-2405.
Know how to mat & frame Save time and money — learn how to mat and frame your own prints, photos or artwork at your Arts & Crafts Center! Bring a friend with you and learn together! Call 253-982-6718 to set up your individualized class. To learn about other creative classes you can take, visit JBLMmwr.com/arts_crafts.
Take up running for fun races Take up running so you can enter JBLM races! We have plenty of opportunities for you to work up from 5K to 10K and even triathlons in our races at JBLM. For more information, visit JBLMmwr. com under Sports, Fitness & Aquatics.
Snowshoeing is a fantastic way to explore the backcountry in wintertime with other people who like the great outdoors. Sign up for a trip to a variety of locations this winter with the Outdoor Recreation Program experts who will outfit you, take you there, teach you the basics and lead you to new sites. Trip descriptions and registration details are available at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.
Learn the sport of sea kayaking With all the salt water surrounding us, it’s natural to want to get out there and explore the area. Learn how to sea kayak with Outdoor Recreation’s sea kayak program. They offer five levels of kayak skills classes at various times of the year. You’ll learn these new skills at an indoor pool. Start any time and master as many levels as you like before you head out on kayak trips in the spring. If you already know how to kayak, join us on trips throughout the Puget Sound waters in the months to come. Check out trip descriptions and more information at JBLMmwrRegistration.com. Questions? Call 253-967-6263.
Take up sporting clays shooting Improve your skills at shooting moving clay pigeons with the monthly sporting clays fun shoots at the Skeet & Trap Range at Lewis Main. You can rent a shotgun and safety gear at the range and get tips on how to aim at moving targets. See the schedule for 2018 on page 16 and call 253-967-7056 for more information.
Get an ATV RiderCourse certification Take the ATV RiderCourse™, a program designed by the ATV Safety Institute. The ATV RiderCourse provides a fast-paced, half-day hands-on training session that includes ride inspection, starting and stopping, quick turns, hill riding and much more. Set up a group class by calling 253-967-7056 and ask about the ATV RiderCourse training. Continued on page 20.
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Challenge yourself to do something new this year! Get your certification for scuba diving Take beginning, intermediate or advanced scuba classes for less than half the cost of what the region has to offer. Five-star PADI-certified instructors start you off in the pool. Only when you master basic skills will you head out to the Puget Sound for open-water dives to complete your certification. Winter’s the perfect time to learn. The
in a warm pool. Only when you’ve mastered those skills will you be allowed out in the Puget Sound to test what you’ve learned and be awarded certification. Call the Scuba Diving Center inside the Northwest Adventure Center at
Learn a new language — free! Did you know that when you become a JBLM library patron, you receive access to free online language learning? Explore the many different languages
gram today.
Library at 253-982-3454 or Grandstaff
Learn the art of car care Learn how to keep your vehicle in
you can see underwater life more clearly.
McChord Field Auto Center offers one-
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sonalized instruction.
you can learn — call the McChord Field
tip-top shape at your Auto Centers. The
Don’t worry about the cold water — it
Call 253-982-7226 to arrange for per-
253-967-3405 to learn about the pro-
Puget Sound waters are free of algae and
stays about the same temperature all
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year, plus you’ll learn all the basic skills
Library at 253-967-5889 and find out how to become a patron today. For details, visit JBLMmwr.com/libraries.
Strengthen & tone your body
on-one classes on how to change your
Feeling a bit slow or tired? Start the
oil and lubricants, plus basic car care.
new year right at the JBLM Fitness Reso-
lution Fair Saturday, Jan. 13 at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center from 9– 11:30 a.m. Get in the best shape of your life with the help of free certified trainers and dozens of free classes at your choice of JBLM fitness centers! Learn what sports & fitness centers offer at JBLMmwr.com/fitness and see the schedules at fb.com/JBLMSportsFitnessAquatics.
Learn to budget & save money Save money with expert tips at free classes through AFCS/DFPR’s Financial Readiness Program. See the schedule on page 29.
Healthcare made easy. Military families can get same day appointments at the Pacific Medical Centers clinics in Puyallup and Lacey. If you are active duty family or retired military, you can enroll in USFHP. Close to home. US Family Health Plan is a Department of Defense sponsored TRICARE Prime® option.
FIND OUT MORE:
866-418-7346 USFHPnw.org
TRICARE is a registered trademark of the Department of Defense. Defense Health Agency. All rights reserved.
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Become an FCC provider Start a home business as a Family Child Care provider Looking for a fun and rewarding home business? If you live on base at JBLM, become a Family Child Care provider and make a difference in the lives of military children and their Families. FCC providers earn up to $2,000 a month, may qualify for subsidies and receive free resources for your business. Learn about FCC at the Tuesday, Jan. 9 orientation from 6–8 p.m. at the FCC office (no children at the orientation due to space/discussion topics). Seven full-day training classes will meet Jan. 22–23, 25–26 and 29–31 from 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. following the orienta-
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tion. All classes are required for FCC certification. The FCC Office is at 2013B 3rd St. (at Pendleton Avenue) at Lewis Main. Questions? Call 253-967-3039.
Play to Learn Join the Children’s Museum of Tacoma for fun at Raindrops & Rainbows, Escape Zone The Children’s Museum of Tacoma brings “Play to Learn” fun to Escape Zone and Raindrops & Rainbows parentand-child play centers Wednesdays this winter. The fun is from 10–11:30 a.m. at Escape Zone and 1:30–3 p.m. at Raindrops & Rainbows. Play to Learn is a free program for youth ages 6 and younger and their parents, grandparents, friends, Family and neighbors. Come by for activities, songs and group circle time! Upcoming dates and themes are: • Jan. 10: Polar pals. • Jan. 24: All about the alphabet. • Jan. 31: Dinosaurs. Escape Zone is located at McChord Field, 841 Fairway Rd. (off Lincoln Boulevard). Call 253-982-8590 for more information. Raindrops & Rainbows is at Lewis North, 8179 American Lake Blvd. Call 253-966-4802 for details.
Engage in spring sports Enrollment opens now for spring youth sports Sign up your youth ages 8–18 for Junior Olympic Archery Development Jan. 2–31. The cost is $50 per youth. The parents meeting and start of practice is Friday, Feb. 2; the season ends Friday, April 27. Looking ahead, registration opens for Special Olympics aquatics, track and field and soccer skills Thursday, Feb. 1 for ages 8–18. The fee is $55 per youth. Youth must be registered with CYS and have a current sports physical on file to enroll in sports at JBLMcysRegistration.com. Call 253-967-2405 for additional information.
Be a coach We need your enthusiasm for youth sports Share your love of sports with JBLM youth as a volunteer sports coach. Youth Sports provides training and offers sports fee vouchers. A background check is required. For more information, stop by the
MWR Marketing staff
SKIESUnlimited offers a variety of dance classes for youth of all ages. Visit their open house Friday, Jan. 12, 4–6 p.m. at Hillside Youth Center to learn more.
Youth Sports office at 2295 S. 12th St. at Lewis Main. The office is open weekdays
event at SKIESUnlimited. All children and their parents are
from 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Questions? Call
invited to join us Friday, Jan. 12 from
253-967-2405.
4–6 p.m. at Hillside Youth Center as
SKIES opens the house Dance on! The holidays might be over, but the magic of “The Nutcracker” ballet doesn’t
we learn about dance, art and theater programs. Wear a costume and dress up like your favorite Nutcracker character, learn Nutcracker choreography, meet our per-
7:30 p.m. for dance company auditions. The dance company is tailored for ages 6–18 to perform at JBLM and in the local community. Enroll online at JBLMmwrRegistration.com today to begin a fantastic dance adventure! SKIESUnlimited is located at 6398 Garcia Blvd. at Lewis Main. Call 253-966-3539 for more information.
formers, create hands-on art and theater projects and more!
fb.com/JBLMcys
Yes, the dance continues! Do you have
have to be! Ring in the new year with
a dancer who likes to shine on stage?
a free Nutcracker-themed open house
Join SKIES Tuesday, Jan. 17 from 6–
twitter.com/JBLMcys
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Build a better life
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with tools that work
See what AFCS/DFPR can equip you with to navigate the new year with success
AFCS & DFPR form new team As a joint base, JBLM leads the way with many initiatives and offers new opportunities. We continue to see ways to streamline and improve services for our Service members, DOD civilians, retirees and their Families. Most recently, we’re excited to announce the merger of Armed Forces Community Service and the Directorate of Human Resources into the new Directorate of Personnel and Family Readiness. For those of you newer to JBLM, AFCS has been around for a few years, but was created by combining the former Army Community Service and Airman & Family Readiness Center programs and services, including Army Emergency Relief, Air Force Aid Society, Employment and Financial Readiness Programs and EFMP. DHR has also been around for years and houses many programs and services you might recognize, such as in- and out-processing, DEERS/ID cards, Retirement Services, Education Services and Servicemember for Life–Transition Assistance Services. There is no immediate change in services — you’ll find most programs and services in the same location (whether it be Waller Hall, HAWK Transition Center, Stone Ed, AFCS-McChord and several other buildings). Over the coming year, we hope to streamline services to make accessing
them easier and offer diverse services in more locations. We appreciate your patience as we update signs and rebrand our locations — your feedback is welcome at any of our programs at ice.disa.mil. If you need assistance or are trying to locate a program or service, call 253-967-7166.
Kick-start your education & career this year with ACES! JBLM’s Armed Forces Continuing Education System is here to support your education and professional progression! Stone Education Center, located at 6242 Colorado Ave. at Lewis Main, houses local and national university and college branches with an array of degree and certificate programs. Other services include advising, adult basic math and reading skills courses, professional testing and a large student computer lab. Make an appointment or register at stone_ed.checkappointments.com for services and workshops that include: • In-processing (for those new to JBLM). • Educational advising (for assistance with course planning, changes in college/degree programs, financial aid, general assistance and more). • Transition education services (for those leaving the military). • Career Skills Programs (employment training). • GoArmyEd Portal 101 class. ACES can also help you navigate the world of tuition assistance, VA education benefits, scholarships and financial aid. Continued on next page.
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Build a better life with tools that work
As a reminder, the National Military Family Association offers education and professional funding — the application deadline for this period ends Monday, Jan. 15 (the next deadline is May 1– June 30). Visit MilitaryFamily.org/ spouses-scholarships for details. Soldiers can visit GoArmyEd.com for tuition assistance information and many other resources. To make an appointment for educational advising services or the workshops mentioned here, visit stone_ed.checkappointments.com. Call 253-967-7174/7925 or visit http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/dhr/eso/.
Dial in to learn about Survivor benefits The JBLM Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor invites Survivors to call in and listen to the benefit experts to discuss milestone benefits for Survi-
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vors Wednesday, Jan. 24 from1–4 p.m. through a free conference call (605-475-4120, access code: 8475028). Learn which benefits will continue once your child turns 18, understand your Tricare benefits and more. Certain milestones can affect benefits, so it’s important to know and plan ahead. To register, go to JBLMafcs.checkappointments.com (under Classes & Activities, SOS). If you need assistance, contact the AFCS Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor at 253-967-3672.
Explore EFMP events The Pacific Science Center is wheeling down to JBLM to bring EFMP Families free interactive Space Odyssey workshops Friday, Jan. 26 (Clover Park and Tacoma school districts have no school that day and Steilacoom and Yelm school districts have early release).
Registration is required (opens Tuesday, Jan. 10) at JBLM-efmp-science-center.eventbrite.com. Space is reserved to foster a sensoryfriendly environment. EFMP Families can register for a free one-to-one 45-minute IEP/504 clinic (offered by DPFR and PAVE) Thursday, Feb. 8, hosted by CYS School Support Services at JBLM CARES. Families will have an opportunity to send their documents and concerns ahead for advocates to review and make best use of time in working through current concerns or planning for the next aging-up transition (i.e., preparing for high school or post-secondary education as it relates to IEP/504). Registration is required (opens Wednesday, Jan. 24) at JBLM-efmp-iep-504-clinics.eventbrite.com. For more information or assistance, call 253-967-7166.
Resiliency tip of the month
Select events
Date
Details
Ready to Rent
Mondays
253-967-1453
GoArmyEd Portal 101 class
Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays
253-967-7295
Families OverComing Under Stress helps you set goals
Accessing Higher Education Workshop
Mondays, Thursdays 253-967-3258
Local College Field Trip
Wednesdays
253-967-3258
The start of a new year is when many Families set resolutions or goals. When creating goals for your Family this year, be sure they are specific, measureable, achievable, realistic and time-bound (think “S.M.A.R.T.”) to increase your success. The FOCUS program helps families to create and reach S.M.A.R.T. goals. Don’t
Toddler & Young Child Play Group (12-36 mo)
Tuesdays
253-967-5901
Baby Play Group (0–12 mo)
Thursdays
253-967-5901
Mom to Mom, and Dads Too! (6 weeks– 6 mos)
Fridays
253-967-5901
Concept Block: I Married a Service member, Now What?
Tuesday, Jan. 16
253-967-2382
Financially Fit
Wednesday, Jan. 17
253-967-1453
Dine and Dial
Wednesday, Jan. 17
253-967-3672
just get by, get stronger! Come see us! FOCUS is located at 2013B N. 3rd St. (at Pendleton Avenue) in Room 331 at Lewis Main. For additional information, call 253-966-6390 or email JBLM@focusproject.org. You may also visit fb.com/FOCUSresiliencytraining or FocusProject.org.
Résumé 101
Thursday, Jan. 18
253-982-9675
Income Tax Basics
Friday, Jan. 19
253-967-1453
JBLM Newcomers Orientation
Tuesday, Jan. 23
253-967-3633, 253-982-2695
Milestone benefits Class
Wednesday, Jan. 24
253-967-3672
Supervisor Training
Thursday, Jan. 25
253-966-4597
Thrift Savings Plan
Thursday, Jan. 25
253-967-1453
Key Spouse Initial Training
Saturday, Jan. 27
253-982-2695
It Takes Two
Monday, Jan. 29
253-967-5901
Interview Ready
Thursday, Feb. 1
253-982-9675
1-2-3 Magic
Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22
253-967-5901
Baby Boot Camp
Saturday, Feb. 3
253-967-5901
Healthy Relationships for Teens
Monday, Feb. 5
253-967-5901
Concept Block: TBD
Tuesday, Feb. 6
253-967-2382
JBLM Community Update
Wednesday, Feb. 7
253-967-9496
Job Fair Success Workshop
Wednesday, Feb. 7
253-982-9675
Understanding AER Policies and Procedures
Wednesday, Feb. 7
253-967-1453
Basic Tax Preparation
Wednesday, Feb. 7
253-967-1453
ACT Men
Feb. 7, 12, 14, 21, 26, 253-967-5901 28, Mar 5, 7
The Complete Federal Résumé
Thursday, Feb. 8
253-982-9675
Five Love Languages for Couples
Thursday,Feb. 8
253-967-5901
Financially Fit
Thursday,Feb. 8
253-967-1453
Income Tax Basics
Thursday,Feb. 8
253-967-1453
Understanding Money and Credit
Thursday,Feb. 8
253-967-1453
Basics of Investing
Thursday,Feb. 8
253-967-1453
Conflict Management
Monday, Feb. 12
253-967-5901
Home Buying Basics
Tuesday, Feb. 13
253-967-1453
Infant Massage
Feb. 13 & 20
253-967-5901
fb.com/JBLMafcs
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For more AFCS classes and briefings (including Yakima), call 253-967-7166 or visit JBLMafcs.checkappointments.com. For details, call the number listed, visit the event calendar at JBLMmwr.com or “like” us at fb.com/JBLMafcs.
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Build a better life with tools that work
EAP tip of the month New Year’s resolution techniques that sustain change As we begin to contemplate New Year’s resolutions, it’s helpful to consider the stages
When we reach the Maintenance Stage, our action plan involves continuing the
of change that often occur when moving through decisions to modify behavior or
behavior change. At this point, we’ve
actions. The Transtheoretical Model, developed by Prochaska DiClemente, relates that
probably kept a commitment to more
we move through various stages of change before adapting and maintaining a new
permanent action, such as having quit
behavior.
smoking or making a routine of exercise.
In the Precontemplation Stage, we’re unsure or unaware of the need for change. For
As the new year greets us, keeping
example, they may be unaware of an impending medical diagnosis or the long-term
these stages in mind may help with the
effects of smoking.
longevity of our resolution goals through
During the Contemplation Stage, we become aware of the pros and cons of a making a decision to change. For example, news of a disease or the risks associated with a continued behavior such as smoking. Next, during the Preparation Stage, we may be fueled with determination to begin
the New Year and beyond. Download a free Positive Activity Jackpot app that may help with positive event scheduling, available through
the steps to modify or change behaviors, such as smoking less or increasing exercise
the National Center for Telehealth &
to offset diseases.
Technology.
In the Action Stage, we continue to move forward by modifying or acquiring new
To learn more about this topic, stop by
behaviors, such as gradual decrease of cigarettes smoking or deciding to add a brisk
to see the EAP team at 2008B N. 3rd St.,
walk to a daily routine to promote healthy habits.
Room 114 or call 253-732-2214.
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If you’re new to JBLM or haven’t visited your libraries yet, come see what you’ve been missing!
Grandstaff
• Dash and Dot Feb. 2 for ages 6 and older. • Makey-Makey March 2 for ages 6 and older. • Ozobot April 6 for ages 6 and older. • Drones May 4 for ages 14 and older. Call 253-967-5533 for more information.
— this month, register by Jan. 5 for the Jan. 12 club. The next registration opens Jan. 26 for the Feb. 2 event. Register online at the JBLM libraries “Calendar of Events” page at JBLMmwr.com/libraries.
interests by making, producing, solving,
New Lego Club at Grandstaff!
creating, collaborating and thinking
Kids of all ages love to build upon their imagination with Lego sets. Join others ages 3 and older at the new Lego Club at Grandstaff the second Friday of each month starting at 4 p.m. We provide the Legos! Registration is required one week prior
Did you know you can reserve a room at Grandstaff Library for your group? Host your next Scout meeting, book chat, hobby club, study group and neighborhood meeting for an hour, a day or several days. The room
Grandstaff gets STEAMed! Come participate in Grandstaff Library’s free STEAM Makerspace program featuring science, technology, engineering, arts and math. Participants can uncover talents and
with different inventive projects each month. Classes are held the first Friday of the month, 6–7:30 p.m. Projects include: • Littlebits Coding Jan. 5 for ages 8 and older.
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Host your group at Grandstaff’s space
includes an LCD projector, 52-inch white board, HD TV and free WiFi.
Call ahead at 253-967-5889 to reserve your space Mondays–Fridays anytime from 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Book Patch Get creative at Girls’ Club Girls ages 7–15 can “Come Craft, Create & Conversate” at Book Patch Library once monthly on Fridays! Have fun at “Paint & Party Night” Jan. 12 from 6–7:30 p.m. No registration is required. Next month’s project is Heat-Sensitive Changing Slime Feb. 9. Here’s what’s being planned for the
months ahead:
display at Book Patch Library — each
• Shimmer, Glimmer & Glitter
month explores a new and exciting type
March 16.
of book.
• Mixed Media Wearable Art April 13.
After you read the book, we’ll meet,
• Float like a Butterfly Friday, May 11.
greet, snack and chat! This month, we’ll
Join sensory-friendly storytime
meet Thursday, Jan. 19 from 6–7:30 p.m.
Families are invited to Book Patch Library Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 1 p.m. for a free sensory-friendly story-telling time with song, dance, music and a craft in a soothing environment. No registration is needed.
Snack & chat for kids Kids in grades 3–6 can check out a book from the monthly book club
to discuss graphic novels. No registration is needed; just drop in!
Youngsters learn reading is fun Bring your kindergarten- to secondgrade students to listen to and read along with our books at Teeny-Weeny Read-Along Book Club at Book Patch Library. Continued on page 35.
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This month’s club meets Thursday,
Have fun at Novel Navigators
The Teen Book Club meets the first
Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. Also enjoy activities,
Wednesday of each month from 4:30–
crafts, snacks and teeny-weeny prizes!
5:30 p.m. at McChord Library. Get ready
Library’s Novel Navigators! This adult
No registration is required.
for the Feb. 7 meeting by checking out
discussion group meets the second
“The Giver” by Lois Lowry.
Wednesday of each month at McChord
It’s Family movie night! Bring the entire Family to Book Patch Library’s free movie night and refreshments Friday, Jan. 26 at 6 p.m. Bring blankets, pillows and camp chairs to make yourselves comfortable for the Family-style feature. Just drop in; no registration needed!
Like to discuss books? Join McChord
Transportation is available from Hill-
Library at 4:30 p.m.
side Teen Zone for teens registered with
The Jan. 10 meeting is about “The
CYS and Teen Zone (if you want to regis-
Girl’s Guide to Homelessness” by
ter with Teen Zone, call 253-967-4441).
Brianna Karp.
If you don’t need a ride to McChord
Check out the next book starting
Library, CYS registration isn’t required.
Wednesday, Jan. 10 to read for the next discussion. A limited number of copies
Build anything at Lego Club
are available at the desk.
Kids ages 3 and older can get creative
McChord
at McChord Library’s monthly Lego Club
Inviting all teens
the imagination.
Teens are invited to a peer book club!
— we provide the bricks and you provide
Attend Kids’ Book Club Kids in grades 3–5 can join McChord Library’s monthly Kids’ Book Club. Read
The club meets the first Friday of every
fun books, meet fun people! Attend the
Maximize your reading experience by
month at 4 p.m. This month’s meeting is
Wednesday, Jan. 17 club to talk about
talking about current teen novels with
Jan. 5. The next available sign-up starts
“Hatchet” by Gary Paulsen.
others your age.
Friday, Jan. 26 for the Feb. 2 club. Space
This month’s club meets Wednesday,
Stop by McChord Library now to regis-
is limited; register on the library’s Calen-
Jan. 3 to talk about “Thirteen Reasons
dar of Events at JBLMmwr.com/libraries or
Why” by Jay Asher.
call 253-982-3454.
ter and get a copy of this month’s book. The club meets the third Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m.
McChord Library is located at 851 Lincoln Blvd. at McChord Field; 253-982-3454. Grandstaff Library is at 2109 N. 10th (on Pendleton Avenue) at Lewis Main; 253-967-5889. Book Patch Library is located inside Grandstaff; 253-967-5533. fb.com/JBLMlibrary
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*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. The 1.51% APY Share Certificate has a minimum opening deposit of $500, requires direct deposit of at least $500 per month to an ACU checking or savings account, and must be opened with money not already on deposit at ACU. The .75% APY 12-month Share Certificate requires a minimum deposit of $10,000 and direct deposit is not required. Withdrawals and fees may reduce earnings. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Limited time offer. ACU membership required with a $25 minimum balance and opening deposit to a savings account.
Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus January 2018
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