July 2018 JBLM MWR e-Focus

FOCUS JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD

July 2018

MORALE, WELFARE & RECREATION GUIDE

Maximize your summer fun with exclusive deals Pages 14–17

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Special events are a BLAST! Page 6

FREEDOM FEST Page 7

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IN THIS ISSUE FOOD & FUN 4 Discover good eats, great treats

Director, Family & MWR William E. Harvey Marketing director Kimberly Perrenot Editor/writer Patti Jeffrey Layout & design Emiliano Hernandez, Patti Jeffrey Contributors Jackie Kelly, Dean Siemon, Kaweka Stoney, Katie Wilton Contributing photographers Amanda Anderson, JBLM Public Affairs, Patti Jeffrey, Kaweka Stoney For commercial sponsorship or advertising inquiries, off-base businesses, call Angela Frasier at 253-966-2256.

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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 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.

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Taste the new McChord Grill menu; enjoy Freedom Fest, Summer Base Jam, Country Night at Sam Adams, outdoor cinema and more.

FEATURE 14 Maximize your summer fun Live or work at JBLM? Get exclusive deals on rentals, discount tickets and the annual Seahawks ticket drawing.

ADVENTURES 18 The art of astrophotography Learn how to take spectacular photos of the night sky; sign up for upcoming trips.

SPORTS & FITNESS 22 Test your limits Sign up for Freedom Run; compete with other athletes in triathlon and Bodybuilding Championship; seeking lifeguards.

YOUTH 28 Take advantage of opportunities Take free student prep test sessions; apply to work at CYS; sign up for summer sports and sports camps.

MILITARY & FAMILY 32 DPFR offers complete services Find readiness and community services, including caregiver support, education fair, estate planning and more.

LIBRARIES

42 Travel far & wide through reading Join the summer reading program for prizes, activities and fun events.

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What MWR means to me Our resolve at MWR is to improve your morale, look out for your welfare and give you ways to recreate.

Each month, we’re looking at what this means to people who participate in MWR activities and events.

KATIE WILTON is the Boys & Girls Clubs of Washington State’s Military Youth of the Year. She has been part of Hillside Youth Center/ Teen Zone programs and activities at JBLM for three years.

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I feel very thankful to have MWR in my life. Being a military child, it can be hard moving around the world and adjusting to new places, but MWR works to make the most of the benefits of military life.

When I was young, I was able to go to Disney World ® and Disneyland ® through MWR! It was one of the most memorable trips in my childhood, all thanks to MWR. But this is just one thing that MWR does for military Families. I also enjoy the multiple pools and Carey movie theater on base.

The library is very useful for schoolwork, and I can easily find the books I need.

But my favorite aspect of MWR is Hillside Youth Center/Teen Zone. Teen Zone is a wonderful service provided on base meant especially for military teens. I recommend that teens go if they are new to JBLM or have never visited.

Teen Zone is where you can meet new friends, play basketball, get involved in programs like leadership clubs, fine arts, health and wellness and other amenities, such as a computer lab and even a 3D printer! Best of all — it’s free!

I was able to become Washington’s Military Youth of the Year and won a scholarship. In fact, I’ll be flying to San Diego to compete at the regional level in July. If it were not for the benefits provided by MWR, this opportunity never would have been possible for me or any other military youth.

Growing up as a military child, MWR has always been a part of my life and I don’t know where I would be without it.

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FOCUS Food & Fun

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hile you’re soaking in the sun and fun, grab a tasty bite at one of our eateries at JBLM! Poolside or water park fun is doubled with fresh treats at either Sounders Lanes’ or Bowl Arena Lanes’ Strike Zone snack bars. Try the daily meal deal with a sandwich, soup and fountain drink, a fried or grilled chicken salad, taco salad or the cook’s special.

Pizza is also a big hit with the kiddos! Share a 16-inch pizza with the gang at Bowl Arena Lanes or a 14-inch pizza at Sounders Lanes — add your own toppings for a custom flavor.

Picky eaters can order a 7-inch flatbread pizza with one topping.

Stop by Battle Bean coffee shop at Stone Education Center at Lewis Main and treat

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yourself to a refreshing drink. Trail mix mocha, strawberry lemonade, lavender-blackberry white mocha, passion fruit tea with lemonade and a splash of coconut and Italian cream sodas are a few of Battle Bean’s summer treats.

Habañero Mexican Grill at Whispering Firs Golf Course pleases your palette with lunch wraps, light-size burritos and quesadillas.

Mornings offer a traditional breakfast and breakfast burritos (also available at Battle Bean at McChord Field). Dine out on the patio while the weather’s warm!

Grownups can relax after work or play at the McChord Pub, Sam Adams Brewhouse and Warrior Zone.

Come on out to the McChord Pub to enjoy programs on four overhead TVs and music

Photos: Patti Jeffrey

Left: The new menu (including weekday specials) at the McChord Grill is easy on the wallet and freshly made to order for lunch guests. Above: Lt. Col. Timothy Gatlin and Janene Gatlin enjoy their lunch together at the McChord Grill. The grill’s open weekdays, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at 700 Barnes Blvd.

channels, and challenge your friends to a game of darts or poker. Order appetizers, wings, fries, poppers and sampler platter menu to go along with your favorite drinks.

The pub opens at 4 p.m. Fridays and for UFC 226 Saturday, July 7.

Get in on happy hour 6–8 p.m. at Samuel Adams Brewhouse JBLM (Lewis Main) with 50 percent off roasted red pepper hummus with celery and flatbread, potato skins, pepperoni flatbread and chicken or cheese quesadilla appetizers. You’ll also receive a $1 off 16-ounce domestic drafts and $2 off a pitcher of Sam Adams draft beer.

Swing by Samuel Adams Brewhouse at Eagles Pride Golf Course for a delicious breakfast and lunch menu during weekend outings (whether you’re golfing or on your way to other destinations on I-5). Try breakfast favorites, from a light English muffin breakfast sandwich to a full traditional hot breakfast with all the fixings.

Also order right-sized lunches your kids will like, such as chicken tenders, corn dog, grilled cheese sandwich and all-beef patty sliders, all with fries. Drinks include soda with a refill, juice and milk.

Sam Adams at Eagles Pride’s half-sandwich and salad July special is $7.95, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Also drop in for happy hour, 3–5 p.m. Sundays–Thursdays for discounts and $1 off Sam Adams draft beer.

The Warrior Zone boasts a large patio with plenty of seating for your orders from the Zone. Enjoy happy hour food and drinks specials, plus generous appetizers 5–7 p.m.

Like wraps? The Zone offers chicken chipotle, Thai chicken, turkey Caesar and turkey bacon ranch wraps that team perfectly with hot days when you don’t want a heavy meal.

For complete menus, hours of operation and locations of all our eateries, coffee shops and lounges, visit JBLMmwr.com under Food & Entertainment.

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Special events are a blast Summer Base Jam Everyone’s invited to sign up for Summer Base Jam at Nelson Recreation Center Saturday, July 14, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament with divisions for kids and adults. Also enjoy door prizes, music, activities and a barbecue meal.

Children ages 9–17 can register for their age divisions for free at Hillside Youth Center/Teen Zone. Adults can register at Nelson Rec for $40/team. Call 253-967-2539 for sign-up details.

Nelson Rec is located at 3168 2nd Division Dr. at Lewis Main.

Country Night at Sam Adams We’re planning a good old-fashioned country barbecue with live music, dance instruction and mechanical bull rides Friday, July 20, 6–10 p.m. at Samuel Adams Brewhouse JBLM. Come on out to hear the Troy Fair Band entertain you, let Chrissy and Bethany lead you in line dancing and top it all off with a mechanical bull ride! Purchase crazygood barbecue meal items — barbecued pork ribs, brisket sandwich, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, coleslaw and corn on the cob. Choose from a whole line-up of brews on tap!

Sam Adams JBLM is at 2400 Bitar Ave., Lewis Main.

Paint a canvas in art & wine event You don’t need to be an artist to join in the fun at the Arts & Crafts Center’s Wine and Canvas Night.

The event is from 6–8:30 p.m. Friday, July 27 at Nelson Recreation Center. Art supplies, light appetizers and your first glass of wine are included in the cost.

Seating is limited, prepayment is required and you must be age 21 or older to attend. For reservations and payment, call 253-982-6721 or sign up at JBLMmwrRegistration.com. The cost is $30 per person.

Nelson Rec is located at 3168 2nd Division Dr. at Lewis Main.

Free outdoor cinema Family event If you like summer fun, come out to watch “Cars 3” at the Club at McChord Field, 700 Barnes Blvd., Saturday, July 28!

Set up your lawn chairs, blankets and pillows and have fun outside with Family activities and door prizes starting at 7 p.m.; the movie begins at dusk (around 9).

Make and bring cardboard boxes cut out and decorated to look like cars to sit in during the movie. Win an award for best of show, people’s choice and best glam! Popcorn, chips, hot dogs, soda and beer and wine (for ages 21 and older) are available for purchase on site. No outside food is allowed.

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Celebrate two-day Freedom Fest Celebrate Independence Day both Tuesday, July 3 and Wednesday, July 4 at JBLM’s Freedom Fest!

The festivities are at Cowan and Memorial stadiums starting at noon. This year, Tuesday’s open only to JBLM Service members, your Families, military retirees, other valid DOD ID card holders and sponsored guests.

Wednesday is open to the general public (and anyone who wants a second day of fun, plus a huge fireworks show at dark).

Award-winning country singer-songwriter David Lee Murphy headlines JBLM’s Freedom Fest entertainment July 4. Murphy has collaborated with Kenny Chesney on hit singles and albums and also has written and co-written album cuts for other major country western artists, including Blake Shelton, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Aaron Tippen and Jason Aldean.

Freedom Fest offers fair food, the annual Classy Chassis car show starting at noon (Tuesday only), carnival rides, games, stage entertainment, Kids’ World magic, games and stage acts, sponsor booth giveaways, roving entertainers and more. The fireworks display will start at 10 p.m. July 4 only.

Find the complete schedule of entertainers and events for both days at JBLMFreedomFest.com.

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Catch UFC action at McChord Pub

Trivia for grown-ups

Watch UFC fights live on big screens at the McChord Pub, inside the McChord Club.

Doors open at 5 p.m. and everyone’s welcome; no cover!

UFC 226, Miocic vs. Cormier, is Saturday, July 7 with food specials — half-off mozzarella sticks and $2 off a sampler platter. Club members get exclusive prize drawings during the fights.

The Club is at 700 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field. Call 253-982-5581 for more information.

Make Samuel Adams Brewhouse JBLM your hangout with great food and fun, including major sporting events on big-screen TVs. Bring a friend or two to relax after work — choose from a whole line-up of brews on tap!

Be sure to come out Friday nights from 7–9 July 13 and 27 and play to win at Trivia Night.

Teams can be up to four people; prizes are awarded to the top two teams of the night.

Sam Adams JBLM is at 2400 Bitar Ave. (at Division) at Lewis Main.

Celebrate being a member

Join the mug club & save

Join the McChord Club and enjoy monthly freebies and perks. (Pick up an application from the Club office and become a member this month!)

Drop by Wednesday, July 25, 5–7 p.m. for a free member appreciation dinner. Bring a Family member or guest and they pay only $5.

Club-member bingo is each Friday. Cards go on sale at 5 p.m.; the first game starts at 5:30.

The cover-all game starts at 6 for a chance to win $850–$1,195!

Questions? Call 253-982-5581. The Club is at 700 Barnes Blvd., McChord Field.

Join the Mug Club at Samuel Adams Brewhouse JBLM at Lewis Main. It’s easy: • Purchase a glass mug you like and bring it to the Arts & Crafts Center at McChord Field to get it personalized with your unit insignia and name (ceramic mugs must be purchased at the Arts & Crafts Center).

• Hang it in the mug room at Sam Adams to have handy when you order your drinks.

• Use your mug Tuesdays for $1 off any draft!

Sam Adams JBLM is at 2400 Bitar Ave. (at Division) and is open Tuesdays–Saturdays, 4–10 p.m. through August.

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Summer bowling’s fun Sign up for the Bowl Arena Lanes monthly bowling tournament The Bowl Arena Lanes Team No-Tap Saturday tournaments are going strong! Check in at noon and begin play at 12:30.

Sign up for the June 9 tourney at the front counter or call 253-967-4661. Next month’s tourney is July 14.

Bowl Arena Lanes is at 2272 Liggett Ave., Lewis Main.

Bring everyone to cosmic bowling Every Friday and Saturday evening, bowl two hours of cosmic blacklight bowling at Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center for only $12 per person, including shoe rental.

Sounders Lanes is at 737 Jackson Blvd., McChord Field. Call 253-982-5954 for more details.

Funky, fancy, funny photo booth!

Try Sounders Lanes’ photo booth with your friends and Family! Pay only $5 for two classic four-photo strips (your choice of color — black and white or sepia) or a 4-by-6-inch

photo instead.

Sounders Lanes is at 737 Jackson Blvd, McChord Field. Call 253-982-5954 for more details.

Kids bowl free this summer!

Bowl Arena Lanes and Sounders Lanes are excited to take part in a summer program, “Kids Bowl Free.”

Register your children ages 17 and younger for a free bowling pass (two free games of bowling a day) at either Bowl Arena Lanes or Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center.

Adults can purchase a Family pass to bowl with your kids for a one-time fee starting at $29.95 per Family, good for the entire summer.

Rental shoes are not included.

To register, go online to KidsBowlFree.com/ JBLM and fill out the registration form. Your coupon notification will be sent directly to your email to print out and redeem.

The program is available to all authorized DOD ID card holders and your sponsored guests.

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

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Meet our newest paper craft instructors

Creative ideas for July projects

Come out and meet our new paper craft instructors, Stacy and Deana, at a scrapbooking class Saturday afternoon, July 7 or Friday evening, July 20!

You’ll learn how to assemble scrapbook pages and greeting cards. All supplies and instruction costs $25 per student.

Already know how to scrapbook? Take an advanced class! Also check into group instruction — get together a group of friends or co-workers for a creative time together.

For sign-up information, call 253-982-6721.

Here are ideas for July fun and gifts: • Take a beginning crochet class — use this month’s coupon to receive free instruction (doesn’t include materials).

• Learn how to make paper flowers this month!

Bring the July coupon to receive free instruction with free supplies!

• Sign up for the Wine and Canvas event at Nelson Recreation Center Friday, July 27.

Beginners get instructions for the painting you choose from various samples. Arts supplies, appetizers and your first glass of wine are included in the $30 cost. Prepayment is required; call 253-982-6721 or register at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

• Order custom-framed Family photos as keepsakes or for gifts.

• Use the 3D printing service in the engraving shop for unique projects.

• Check out our selection of printable items for full-color prints on baby bibs, coffee cups, T-shirts and much more at a fraction of the cost of silk screening. Look through the catalogs at a huge selection of apparel and accessories for your orders or bring in your own items.

Sign up youth for free Kids’ Kraft Your child can bring home a nature collage made at the Arts & Crafts Center’s free Kids’ Kraft! The class meets Friday, July 20 starting at 3:30 p.m. (class lasts until 5).

For class details, call 253-982-6721. Limited seating is available; students must preregister.

Kids’ Kraft at the library Get in on a bonus Kids’ Kraft Tuesday, July 31 with JBLM Rocks! rock painting in conjunction with the summer reading program.

See page 47 for details.

Arts & Crafts Center Clip ‘n Save Coupons Tear off these coupons and bring them in during July for great savings!

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FREE Crochet Class

FREE Paper Flower Class

(discount applies to instruction only)

(includes instruction & supplies)

Limit one coupon per customer.

Valid only when presented in person.

No photocopies accepted. No cash value.

Coupon is good July 1–31, 2018.

Limit one coupon per customer.

Valid only when presented in person.

No photocopies accepted. No cash value.

Coupon is good July 1–30, 2018.

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Teammates Richard Lockhart and Deven Robinson watch as Robinson’s chip shot on the third hole lands within two feet of the cup during the JBLM Intramural Golf Championship match at Whispering Firs Golf Course last summer.

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Golf for fun & competition Enter July golf tourneys Improve your competitive play with fun tourneys at JBLM golf courses: • Improve your competitive game by entering the Whispering Firs Cup series Saturdays, July 14 and 28 and Aug. 11 and 25. The championship is Sept. 8. You must participate in at least four events to qualify for the championship. Buy-in is $15 plus green fee for the three-gross, three-net play per division.

• Compete in the JBLM Golf Championship Saturday, July 21 at Whispering Firs and Sunday, July 22 at Eagles Pride. The cost is $90 per player, which includes green fees, range balls, tee prize and a Sunday meal.

• Attend the Green Golf Classic Tuesday, July 24 at Eagles Pride. Pay $40 per person (active duty Service members golf free). The golf classic is an 18-hole four-person best ball team shotgun (two civilians with two active duty Service members per team). Call 253-606-1398 for sign-up details.

Get in on golf specials Take advantage of July golf specials at both Eagles Pride and Whispering Firs golf courses: • Twilight green fees start at 11 a.m. Mondays at Eagles Pride and Wednesdays at Whispering Firs (except July 4).

• On the Fourth of July, receive twilight green fees all day.

• A Family of four can golf nine holes at either golf course weekends after 2 p.m. for $30, which includes carts, rental clubs, range balls, hot dogs and fountain drinks for four. Youth must be age 15 or younger.

• Weekdays until 8 a.m., pay $17 green fees (cannot be used with JBLM Golf Pass).

• Pick up a bucket of range balls, brat or hot dog and domestic draft or soda for $11 (must be pro shop balls and bucket).

• Grab a bargain at JBLM golf courses with the golf combo (green fee, a shared cart and a $6 food voucher). Prices vary according to days and ranks; call the pro shop for details.

Specials cannot be combined with other specials or used for tournaments or outings.

Did you know?

• Pro shop items with red, white or blue are 10 percent off, items with two of the colors are 15 percent off and all three colors are 20 percent off (excluding 2017 PING clubs) at Eagles Pride and Whispering Firs pro shops’ Independence Day sale July 1–7.

• Improve your game with individual golf lessons from our resident pros.

• Book a room for your private party, luncheon, special function or reception at either golf course. Call the pro shop for information.

• Gift certificates make a great present for weddings, birthdays and retirements!

For more information Questions? Call Eagles Pride at 253-967-6522 or Whispering Firs at 253-982-2124. Eagles Pride is off I-5 Exit 116.

Whispering Firs is at 895 Lincoln Blvd., McChord Field.

Enjoy Wine, Nine & Dine event Sign up for an evening of wine sampling, nine-hole golf and dinner at Whispering Firs Thursday, July 26. Pay $90 per couple for green fees, cart, dinner and wine sampling (ages 21 and older). Advance registration is required: call 253-967-2124.

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By Patti Jeffrey orking and living at JBLM has sweet payoffs. You have exclusive access to one-of-a-kind deals, such as discount Seahawks home game tickets, summer outdoor recreation equipment rentals, Tacoma Rainiers VIP game packages, complete outdoor party rentals and more.

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Watercraft heaven’s close by Want to get out on the water on a warm day?

Rent one of the newest watercraft at Russell Landing Marina on American Lake — twoperson Sea-Doo Sparks (a third person can be towed on a tube), Hobie Wave catamaran sailboats that seat up to four people and lots of new paddleboards! People also like party fun on the pontoons (ask about the popular “party barge” that accommodates up to 10 people), Sylvans and Bayliners for fishing, plus doubleand single-person kayaks for exploration.

“American Lake is one of the best summer recreation spots in the area,” says marina manager Amanda Anderson. “I love being able to help get customers out on the water for a day of jet skiing, paddleboarding, sailing, fishing or just relaxing.”

Sea-Doos, Bayliners and pontoon boats are reservable; others are rented on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information on American Lake watercraft rentals, call Russell Landing Marina

at 253-967-2510. For watercraft rentals with trailers, call the Northwest Adventure Center at 253-967-7744.

Adventure & party paradise As your exclusive recreation outfitters, the outdoor recreation centers can help you gear up for the time of your life.

Imagine a backyard barbecue with a big gas grill or rotisserie cooker, a canopy tent for shelter from sun or rain and guests playing croquet, baseball, horseshoes, tug-of-war and badminton. You have enough folding chairs and tables for everyone, plus insulated jugs for punch and iced tea and big ice chests for your canned or bottled drinks. Yes, you can rent all these supplies for the day!

Maybe you’re dreaming of a camping trip to the ocean, mountains or lake. If you’re a Family, you’d love to fit everyone in a spacious camper trailer, bring along a canoe or kayak, a baby backpack carrier, lantern, camp chairs and hatchet for wood fires.

You can rent all of those and more — whatever fits your budget. No worry about storage, upkeep or moving extra stuff when you PCS. For those who love to hike and camp, you’re totally covered with two- to six-person tents, backpacks, cooking and mess kits, camp stove, heater, sleeping bag, pad and cot.

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recreational opportunities without any obligation to buy equipment. Want to try fishing, water skiing or wake tubing, crabbing, clamming or golfing? Rent all your equipment before you decide to buy.

Some popular rentals can be reserved ahead of time and some are first-come, firstserved.

If you’re not sure what to bring for your outings, talk with an outdoor recreation expert in person. Drop in anytime and let them take you idea-shopping.

For more details, call the Northwest Adventure Center (Lewis North) at 253-967-7744 or Adventures Unlimited (McChord Field) at 253-982-2206.

LTS delivers the discounts you want Leisure Travel Services (inside Bowl Arena Lanes and Sounders Lanes) delivers exclusive discounts that keep fans coming back for more! “We’ll save you more money than online or gate prices since we can offer many more discounts to our military and DOD customers,” says Alyssa Matthews, LTS manager.

“Customers anticipate new Disney discounts, Seahawks and Sounders FC ticket sales, vacation and hotel deals each year and keep coming back for more!”

Seahawks discount tickets are here!

You’ve been patiently waiting for the upcoming Seahawks ticket drawing and sales — and it’s time! Here’s what you need to do: • Stop by LTS July 24–Aug. 3 to enter your name into the drawing to become eligible to purchase 2018 regular-season home-game tickets. Ticket sales are for authorized DOD ID card holders only (active duty, retirees and DOD civilians). You’re limited to one entry per adult ID card holder (no children can enter). If you’re a spouse of a deployed Service member, you may enter the drawing for them. Phone calls and emails will not be accepted for entry. Keep your entry receipt as a voucher! You’ll need it to purchase your

tickets in case your name is drawn.

• The drawing will be held Saturday, Aug. 4 at 4:30 p.m. at LTS and Bowl Arena Lanes during a free bowling event noon–4 p.m. Names will be drawn throughout the afternoon and assigned their place in line for ticket sales in the order drawn. The names selected will be posted at fb.com/JBLMmwr and JBLMmwr.com by Tuesday, Aug. 7.

• Ticket sales will be held Saturday, Aug. 11 at LTS (Lewis Main) starting at 9 a.m. You must bring your drawing receipt with you — only those individuals whose names were drawn are eligible to purchase Seahawks tickets (or the spouse can bring orders if the individual is TDY or on assignment). Each eligible patron can purchase up to four regular-season tickets at LTS while they last.

2018 preseason tickets also go on sale Saturday, Aug. 11 at 3 p.m. at Leisure Travel Services — first-come, first-served. Each customer may purchase a maximum of four tickets to each of the preseason home games.

LTS is located at 2272 Liggett Ave. inside Bowl Arena Lanes at Lewis Main. LTS at McChord Field is at 737 Jackson Blvd. inside Sounders Lanes. For more information, call 253-967-3085.

Like baseball action? Watch in style!

If you like baseball, make plans to see Tacoma Rainiers home games in style at Cheney Stadium with an exclusive offer from LTS! The team is a Triple-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners.

Each $40 ticket gives you access to the exclusive Summit Club, which includes: • All-inclusive beer, wine, soda, water and ballpark snacks. That means you won’t run out of anything during the game!

• Box seats in the first 10 rows.

• Reserved VIP parking by the entrance.

• Access to Summit Club, Home Plate Porch and Base Camp Grille.

LTS at Lewis Main is at 2272 Liggett Ave. Call 253-967-3085 for more information.

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FOCUS Adventures

THE ART OF astrophotography How to capture starlight, moonlight, the Milky Way and other night lights in photographs

By Kaweka Stoney ho hasn’t gazed at the stars and become lost in the moment, wondering in awe about our place in this vast universe. With this vastness of space, photographic opportunities are endless, and the subjects are truly spectacular.

But capturing the perfect shot of the Milky Way is no easy task. A lot of things in astrophotography must be just right, from the composition of the scene to the equipment you’re using.

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Using the right equipment The basics of night photography are pretty standard. Start with investing in a digital single-lens-reflex camera — it has the advantage of higher sensitivity and bulb exposure mode for unlimited long exposures. You’ll also need a sturdy tripod and a remote control or shutter release cable to minimize shaking. A steady camera is essential to getting images with sharp stars.

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The optimal location Choosing a good location is crucial, and the most important consideration is light pollution. You must look for a place with minimal interference from local lights to give you the clearest images of the stars overhead. Some of the best locations in Washington include the coast of the Olympic National Park and Mount Rainier National Park.

Ideal camera settings You’ll have to do some experimenting before you arrive at your ideal camera setting, but try a lens with a large aperture, such as f/2.5.

Set your camera at a high ISO — start at between 800 and 1,600 and choose a shutter speed that will give you a long exposure. For pinpoint-sharp stars, take 500 and divide by the focal length of your lens; this will give you the shutter speed to shoot for a full-frame camera.

For a crop (APS-C sensor) camera, you must multiply your focal length by 1.5. For example, with a 24-mm lens on a full frame, the shutter speed is 20.8 seconds, 500/24=20.83 (round down to 20 seconds), and on a crop camera the shutter speed is 13.8 seconds, 500/(24x1.5)=13.88 (round down to 10 seconds).

The spiral star effect Stars appear to rotate above the earth’s axis — in reality the earth is turning, which means you can use your camera to achieve a spiraling star effect.

To capture the star trail, you must set your camera to bulb mode and use your cable release to take a long exposure.

Exposures can be anywhere from 10 minutes to an hour or more, depending on how long you want the star trail to be.

A stunning foreground image The night sky is spectacular on its own, but with a great foreground subject, you can make the composition really pop.

Time of year Winter provides plenty of great photo opportunities, but the dense core of the Milky Way peeks above the horizon in the Northern Hemisphere during the summer months. You’ll locate it to the south between June and October.

If you’re interested in trying your hand at astrophotography, we’re providing several night photography trips this summer.

We’ll conduct an astrophotography trip during the Perseid Meteor shower Saturday, August 11. For more information, email us at JBLMadventuretrips@gmail.com.

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With this trip list, you can plan your epic outdoor adventure trips for July and August! Join JBLM’s outdoor adventure guides for making memories of a lifetime. Trip details and registration are available at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

Outdoor adventure

Date

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Friday, July 6

After-work paddle

$45

Saturday, July 7

Wenatchee River whitewater day

$65

Saturday, July 7

Pedals & Pints

$55

Sunday, July 8

Bungee jumping

$165

Saturday, July 14

Tunnel bike ride

$60

Saturday, July 14

Bioluminescence kayak

$70

Tuesday, July 17

Kayak skills class

$35

Thursday, July 19

Backpack Washington seminar (NAC)

Free

Friday, July 20

After-work paddle

$45

Saturday, July 21

Cape Flattery hike

$75

Sunday, July 22

Nisqually Wildlife Refuge kayak

$65

Sunday, July 22

Whale watching

$180

Friday, July 27

Full-moon paddle

$45

Saturday, July 28

Skykomish River paddleboard

$65

Saturday, July 28

Full-moon hike

$50

Aug. 4–5

Overnight kayak

$125

Saturday, Aug. 4

Photography 101

$45

Sunday, Aug. 5

North Cascade hike clinic (NAC)

Free

Friday, Aug. 10

After-work paddle

$45

Saturday, Aug. 11

Tunnel bike ride

$60

Saturday, Aug. 11

Perseid meteor photography

$85

Thursday, Aug. 16

Water filters seminar (NAC)

Free

Aug. 18–19

Wilderness first aid

$175

Tuesday, Aug. 21

Kayak skills class

$35

Friday, Aug. 24

After-work paddle

$45

Saturday, Aug. 25

Explore Victoria, B.C.

$110

Saturday, Aug. 26

Whale watching

$185

Aug. 31–Sept. 3

San Juan Island kayak

$995

Trip destinations and costs subject to change. Preregistration required.

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Test your limits with races & competition JBLM summer races Register for Freedom Run Enter JBLM’s 2018 Freedom Run Saturday, July 21, honoring all those who have served.

Wear red, white and blue; active duty personnel are welcome to wear uniforms.

Sign the banner to display whom you’re running for, whether they’re currently serving or have served in the past. A display of flags will line the finishing stretch in honor of those whom we have lost in the line of service.

The race is at the MWR Fest Tent, located at 2200 Liggett Ave. at Lewis Main — choose from 10-mile, 5K and 1K run options during registration. Active duty Service members may compete for the JBLM Army Ten-Miler; race times will be recorded.

Race bib pick-up is 5–7 a.m. The 10-miler starts at 7, the 1K at 7:15 and the 5K at 7:30.

Register online by Monday, July 9 at 11:59 p.m. to guarantee your race T-shirt size and the lowest entry fees.

Late registration ends Wednesday, July 18 at 11:59 p.m. with no T-shirt guarantee. Day-ofrace registration is available (without a T-shirt).

Race and registration details can be found at JBLMmwr.com/races. Questions? Call Soldiers Field House at 253-967-4771.

Enter Pacific Pathways Triathlon Compete in JBLM’s Pacific Pathways Triathlon Saturday, Aug. 4 at Shoreline Park, Lewis North.

The individual or relay team triathlon consists of a 500-meter swim, 14-mile bike race and 5K run. The triathlon starts at 7:30 a.m.; bib pick-up is 4–7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3 and 5– 7 a.m. Aug. 4. Race times will be recorded.

Awards will be given to the overall male and female, top three male and female in each age group and top three relay teams.

Entries are limited, so be sure to register early! Early registration with guaranteed T-shirt size ends Wednesday, July 11 at midnight. All participants registered early receive a T-shirt and race swag (bag, towel and swim cap). The individual cost is $35 for DOD ID card holders and $45 for those with no DOD ID. Team costs are $60 per team (two–three people) for DOD ID card holders and $75 for no DOD ID card.

Late registration ends Wednesday, July 25 at midnight (no T-shirt size guarantee). The individual cost is $45 for DOD ID card holders and $55 for those with no DOD ID. Team costs (two–three people) are $75 per team for DOD ID card holders and $90 for no DOD ID card.

Register at JBLMmwr.com/races. Call 253-967-4768 for more race details.

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Free posing clinic Join International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness professional Michael Spencer and posing coaches Tina the Titan and John Nickerson Thursday, July 12 at 5 p.m.

Learn the fundamentals of bodybuilding posing with a Q & A session at Jensen Family Health & Fitness Center, 2022 Liggget Ave. (Lewis Main). Invite your friends!

Courtesy photos

Now hiring lifeguards Attend the Aquatics Lifeguard Fair JBLM is hiring lifeguards, lead lifeguards and water safety instructors for our active summer season! Attend the Aquatics Lifeguard Fair Friday, July 13, 3–6 p.m. at Soldiers Field House Pool.

Bring your résumé, copy of your certifications, swim gear and a towel for a pretest. CPAC will be on-site with tentative job offers for qualified candidates. Pay range is $13.50–$16 per hour for job positions.

If you don’t have lifeguard certification and pass the pre-test, you may receive free training for lifeguard certification. If you’re hired and stay 60 days, you’ll receive a $250 bonus. If you stay 90 days, you’ll receive an additional $250.

Soldiers Field House Pool is located at 3236 2nd Division and Handrich, Lewis Main. Questions should be directed to Kimbro Pool at 253-967-5026 weekdays.

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Garrison CSM hopes to inspire others through bodybuilding

By Dean Siemon, Northwest Guardian ommand Sgt. Maj. Kenny Clayborn, Joint Base Lewis-McChord Garrison command sergeant major, is hoping people will give the sport of bodybuilding a try during the 2018 JBLM Bodybuilding Championship set for Saturday, Aug. 11.

In addition to a competitive outlet, the sport where individuals are judged based on their body composition and fitness could be a new lifestyle for the JBLM community.

“Hopefully we can inspire someone who has never tried it before, or someone who hesitated and actually liked it, to go for it and inspire them for a lifetime of change,” Clayborn says.

“It’s about giving someone an opportunity.”

Clayborn, now age 46, joined the Army in 1990. He says he never did much more than the traditional Army physical training regimen, but after a 2003 deployment to Iraq, he got into weightlifting and strength training.

Over time, Clayborn noticed changes in his body composition. He hired a trainer for his wife when he left for Afghanistan in 2012.

When he returned, she was in great shape and was interested in the 2013 JBLM Bodybuilding Championship, an event they entered together.

That was the starting point for Clayborn, who has competed in several regional competitions. Most recently, he finished third in the Physique Masters 35-plus category at the National Physique Committee’s Vancouver USA Natural national qualifier in Vancouver, Wash. in March.

Since that 2013 introduction, Clayborn has practiced good fitness training and nutrition habits, looking at food as fuel and not fun. He says his doctors have told him routinely how impressed they are at his numbers for his age group.

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“(Bodybuilding) has increased my ability to stay healthy and to stay physically fit longer than most of my peers, in my opinion,” says Clayborn. “My longevity in the Army has increased because of this.”

Registration is open until Friday, July 27 for Service members, retirees, Family members and DOD employees.

The entry fee is $25, which is a small price compared to civilian competitions. For the NPC event in Vancouver, Clayborn says he spent about $800 total between the entry fee, tanning, hotel and other travel costs.

“There are so many local competitions in the area that are more concerned with winning the competitions, getting pro cards and being able to move onto regional and national competitions,” Clayborn says. “What I’m after here at JBLM is to provide an opportunity for the JBLM community that’s cheap and gives them the opportunity to try bodybuilding where they’re not feeling threatened.”

Clayborn says those interested in giving the competition a shot should be fully committed to get the most benefit. Although most aspiring bodybuilders should give themselves at least 16 weeks to prepare, interested parties shouldn’t wait for the perfect moment to start, he says.

“You have to start wherever you are and start working toward your goal,” Clayborn says. “Whether your goal is the JBLM Bodybuilding Championship or just to get healthy, there is no perfect time to start.”

Clayborn says anyone who wants to compete should connect with a local trainer who can provide guidance in training and nutrition, because it is very difficult on your own. He’s willing to provide tips to JBLM community members who want to connect with him on Instagram; look for username “kennyclayborn.”

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Stay fit & trim Fit in a quality workout You have plenty of opportunities to get in shape at your choice of six fitness centers, a fitness annex, three pools and an outdoor

athletic complex. Find your groove this month with a variety of workouts shown below!

Check out updates on classes at fb.com/JBLMSportsFitnessAquatics.

Jensen Family Health & Fitness Center

2022 Liggett Ave. & Division • Lewis Main • 253-967-5975 Time

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Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

6:45 a.m.

9 a.m.

Step Circuit

Cardio Circuit

COMMIT Dance Fitness*

Cardio Circuit

Indoor Cycling

10 a.m.

MixxedFit

Yoga*

Indoor Cycling

Yoga*

Yoga

11:30 a.m.

Zumba*

Zumba

Zumba

Zumba Toning*

4:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

Saturday

Connected Warrior Yoga*

Yoga RIPPED

Yoga

Zumba*

Yoga Intro to Hula

Zumba*

McChord Annex Sports & Fitness Center 726 5th St., McChord Field • 253-982-6700

Time

Monday

7–7:45 a.m.

Bootcamp

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Noon–1 p.m.

Friday

Bootcamp

Cycling Circuit

Bootcamp

TRX

4:45–5:45

MixxedFit

Indoor Cycling

Kickboxing

Zumba

Indoor Cycling*

5:45–6:45

Yoga

Core & More

MixxedFit

Core & More

Mixxed Fit

Saturday

Wilson Sports & Fitness Center

11596 D St. & 41st Division, Lewis Nroth • 253-967-7471 Time

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

10:15–11:15 11:30–12:30

Saturday Zumba

Indoor Cycling

Mixxed Fit

*Class is taught by a volunteer and is subject to cancellation without notice.

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FOCUS Youth

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Opportunities abound at Child & Youth Services Free prep test sessions Hillside Youth Center’s Teen Zone is offering a free test prep course for SAT and ACT. Classes are designed with both general sessions to build basic test skill, as well as individualized instruction tailored to each student’s needs.

Each session addresses a different subject and students may take one or all sessions.

• Reading sessions are Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24 and 31 and Thursday, Aug. 2.

• Writing/essay sessions are Thursdays, Aug. 9, 16, 23 and 30 and Sept. 6.

• Mathematics sessions are Thursdays, Sept. 13, 20 and 27 and Oct. 4 and 11.

For more information, call the Teen Zone at 253-967-4441.

Apply to work for CYS JBLM NAF Human Resources Office is sponsoring a Child & Youth Services Recruitment Fair Tuesday, July 31 at Eagles Pride Golf Course. CYS is recruiting for the position of Child & Youth Program Assistant (for child development centers, school-age care and before-and-after-school care and camps) with full-time, part-time and flex positions.

From 8–10 a.m., CPAC receives applications and résumés.

From 9:45 a.m.–3 p.m., CYS facility managers conduct initial interviews. NAF HR may extend tentative job offers.

Interested applicants need to bring their Social Security card, birth certificate and/or passport, phone numbers for four references and submit two copies of paper applications at the event. Download DA Form 3433 from JBLMmwr.com on the Community Update page.

Qualification requirements are that you must be at least 18 years old, able to lift 40 pounds, possess a high school diploma, are able to communicate (verbal and written) in English and favorable completion of pre-employment and background checks. Hourly rates of pay based on qualifications: Entry $13.38, Skill $14.74, Target $16.54.

Parent Central Services is at 2295 S. 12th St. (at Bitar Avenue), Lewis Main and at 578 Lincoln Blvd., McChord Field; call 253-966-2977 for an appointment.

Family Child Care is at 2013B N. 3rd St. (at Pendleton Avenue), Lewis Main; 253-967-3039.

Hillside Youth Center/Teen Zone is at 6397 Garcia Blvd., Lewis Main; 253-967-4441.

Youth Sports is at 2295 S. 12th St. (at Bitar Avenue), Lewis Main; 253-967-2405.

Visit JBLMmwr.com/CYS for more information.

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Summer sports leagues Soccer season is here Introduce your youth to the sport of soccer, or help them improve their skills. Enrollment is open through Tuesday, July 31 for bumblebee soccer (ages 3–4, $25 per youth) and fall soccer (ages 5–15, $55 per youth). The parent meeting is Wednesday, Aug. 15 for bumblebee soccer and Thursday, Aug. 16 for fall soccer.

Youth must be registered with CYS and have a current sports physical on file to enroll in sports at JBLMcysRegistration.com. For additional information, call 253-967-2405.

Summer sports camps & activities Sign up for youth tennis Sign up your CYS-enrolled youth ages 7–15 for tennis camp this summer! Tennis camp meets July 23–26; the cost is $40 per youth.

Enroll at JBLMcysRegistration.com through Friday, July 6.

Enroll youth in Seahawks camp Enroll youth ages 7–14 for a free Seahawks Gatorade Football Camp that meets Thursday, July 12, noon–2 p.m. at the Lewis North Athletic Complex. Registration is online at goo.gl/7q1rAh.

Free basketball camp Enroll CYS-enrolled youth ages 7–15 through Tuesday, July 10 for a free summer basketball camp Friday, July 13, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Pick up your registration form at CYS Youth Sports, 2295 12th St. (at Bitar), Lewis Main. Questions? Call 253-967-2405.

Enroll youth in Parent Caddy Golf Jam Sign up CYS-enrolled youth through Monday, Aug. 20 for the Parent Caddy Golf Jam Wednesday, Aug. 22 at Eagles Pride Golf Course. It’s open to ages 5–18 and their caddy (a parent or guardian). The cost is $20 per youth. Enroll at JBLMcysRegistration.com.

British Soccer Camp Enrollment is open at ChallengerSports.com for British Soccer Camp for ages 3–16. Camps will be run July 16–20 at Lewis Main and Aug. 13–17 at McChord Field. Prices and times are listed for each camp on the website. /JBLMcys

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FOCUS Military & Family

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DPFR encompasses readiness & community services Relocating our services Where to find us now

Questions on classes and briefings?

Call 253-967-7166 or visit JBLMafcs.check appointments.com.

For more details, call the phone number listed or “like” us on Facebook.

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JBLM’s Armed Forces Community Service, Airman & Family Readiness Center and the Directorate of Human Resources have merged and now fall under the Directorate of Personnel & Family Readiness. DPFR houses many Family support programs and military personnel services.

Over the last year, some DPFR programs have relocated or expanded to better serve you. DPFR spans many locations, but these recent changes are worth noting: • The DPFR/AFCS location at McChord Field has moved from 551/552 Barnes Blvd. and into the Castle at 100 Jackson Blvd.

Here, you’ll find Air Force Aid Society, Military Personnel Section, DEERS/ID Cards, Community Information Services, EFMP, Financial Readiness, SFL-TAP, Relocation Assistance, Family Advocacy Program and Military and Family Life Counselors. For more information or assistance, call 253-982-2695.

• Employment Readiness (for spouses) has moved out of 551 Barnes Blvd. to the Hawk Transition Center at Lewis North, with additional office hours and services at 100 Jackson Blvd., McChord Field and at the Service Member & Family Assistance Center, 9059 Gardner Loop, near Madigan at Lewis Main. For assistance from the Employment Readiness Program, call 253-477-WORK. Continued on next page.

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• Survivor Outreach Services moved from 2166 Liggett Ave. at Lewis Main to Waller Hall (2140 Liggett Ave.) to be collocated with other support services (DEERS/ID Cards, Retirement Services and others).

For more information or assistance from SOS, call 253-966-5047, 253-966-3672 or 253-967-7501.

If you need help figuring out what you need, you can stop by DPFR/AFCS in Waller Hall or call 253-967-7166.

coping strategies, cope better with deployment and reintegration, and learn communication, anger management/conflict resolution and parenting skills.

Call 253-329-6632 to make an appointment or for information.

Caregiver Support

The JBLM community is invited to attend a JBLM Education Fair Wednesday, Aug. 1, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Service Member & Family Assistance Center.

Learn about education programs, colleges, universities, training opportunities and more.

Prepare for your next career and speak with representatives from local area universities, online colleges and technical schools.

For more information visit JBLM-education-fairs.eventbrite.com or call 253-967-2208 or 253-966-8433.

The SFAC is located at 9059 Gardner Loop near Madigan at Lewis Main.

Receive free, confidential counseling Is life causing stress? Are you experiencing relationship difficulties? Make an appointment with a JBLM Military and Family Life Counselor.

The counselors are licensed professionals who provide short-term, solution-focused counseling anonymously and confidentially.

Their services are free for active duty military Service members and their Families.

You can find help with relationship issues and re-establishing intimacy, learn stress and

Education Fair Learn about education program options

Estate planning Getting your affairs in order We don’t want to think about it, but making a plan for what to do after we’re gone is one of the smartest ways to take care of our Families right now.

JBLM Survivor Outreach Services has teamed up with the Judge Advocate General to present an Estate Planning class, open to the JBLM community. The class is being held at Waller Hall Friday, Aug. 3, 9–11:30 a.m.

Visit JBLMafcs.checkappointments.com (under Classes & Activities, Survivor Outreach Services) to register. For more information about this event, program or resources, call 253-966-5047 or 253-967-3672.

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FOCUS tip of the month

Take time with your partner

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appy Independence Day, JBLM! July is all about barbecues, parties and enjoying the warm nights and “dog days” of summer.

Although your social calendar might be full, don’t forget to make time for your spouse or partner — they need the attention, too!

The FOCUS program has a lot of innovative strategies to help you build closeness with your busy spouse, even when a spare moment

Baseball fun with EFMP

feels impossible. Give FOCUS a call for more information (it only takes a minute!). Don’t just get by, get stronger!

FOCUS is located at 2013B N. 3rd St. (at Pendleton Avenue) in Room 331.

For more information, call 253-966-6390 or email JBLM@focusproject.org.

Also visit focusproject.org or fb.com/FOCUSresiliencytraining.

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Watch the Rainiers from Cheney Stadium suite EFMP Families, come join us in the USO Heroes Suite at Cheney Stadium! Watch the Tacoma Rainiers play the Fresno Grizzlies on home field Sunday, July 15 at 1:35 p.m.

Tacoma Rainiers is a Triple-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners. The suite offers complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and snacks.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 3 at efmp-tacoma-rainiers-july.eventbrite.com.

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EAP tip of the month

Staying in the moment with mindfulness S

ummer can be a time of fun activities, such as vacations, outdoor sports and longer days spent with loved ones.

However, summer also may be a time of significant stress due to additional child-care needs and variances in work or household commitments. Adapting relaxation techniques to reduce potential stress can be helpful while navigating a new routine.

Some of the benefits of practicing relaxation techniques include: • Slowing heart rate.

• Lowering blood pressure.

• Slowing breathing.

• Improving digestion.

• Maintaining normal blood sugar levels.

• Reducing activity of stress hormones.

• Increasing blood flow to major muscles.

• Reducing muscle tension and chronic pain.

• Improving concentration and mood.

• Improving sleep quality.

• Lowering fatigue.

• Reducing anger and frustration.

• Boosting confidence to handle problems.

You can relax in the moment when you practice one or more of a variety of relaxation techniques. For example: • Autogenic relaxation is the practice of incorporating visual imagery and body awareness

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to reduce stress. Picture scenes, such as a calming stream, while focusing on breathing in and out.

• Progressive muscle relaxation is the practice of tensing and relaxing each muscle group.

For example, try tensing the muscles in your toes for approximately 5 seconds, then relaxing for 30 seconds and repeating.

• Incorporating visualization is the practice of using a mental image to take a visual walk to a calming and serene place or memory.

Use as many senses as possible. If you imagine relaxing by a lake on a warm, sunny day, think of the warmth of the sun on your body and the breeze of the water as it gently ripples at a distance. Practice mindfulness by staying present in that moment.

Keep in mind that all relaxation techniques take practice. As you begin to feel stressed, try incorporating as many relaxation techniques as possible.

For a free mindfulness app (through the VA’s National Center for PTSD and DOD’s National Center for Telehealth & Technology), visit mobile.va.gov/app/mindfulness-coach. To learn more about this topic, stop by to see the Employee Assistance Program team at 2008B N. 3rd St. (at Pendleton Avenue), room 114 or call 253-732-2214.

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OUR MISSION:

JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD

To provide integrated and standardized primary prevention programs and services that promote enhanced and sustained healthy lifestyles and to improve the overall well-being of Active Duty Members and Family Members.

ARMED FORCES WELLNESS CENTER

AWC & MILITARY UNITS:

• Improve unit readiness and support physical fitness standards by targeting performance of Soldiers.

• Achieve optimal physical fitness results while avoiding overtraining and related injuries.

• Reduce lost and limited duty time due to injury.

AWC & MEDICAL PROVIDERS: • Patient Centered Medical Home integration for all participants.

AWC & YOU:

Individualized goals to address your current needs, motivation, and confidence level. Services are provided at no cost to eligible participants.

CORE PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THE AWC:

Holistic approach that takes into account each individual’s unique physical, psychological, and social needs when providing services/programs.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Armed Forces Wellness Center Joint Base Lewis McCord Building 2022 Liggett Ave & Division Joint Base Lewis McCord - Main Tacoma, WA, 98433-9500 Phone: 253-966-3757 Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Health Assessment Review

Physical Fitness

Healthy Nutrition

Stress Management

General Wellness Education

General Wellness Education

Risk Stratification

Exercise Testing

Metabolic Testing

Stress Management Education

Healthy Lifestyle Habits

Tobacco Free Living

Wellness Questionnaires

Exercise Prescription

Weight Management

Biofeedback

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DPFR classes and events are free — take advantage of as many as you can to develop your career, improve your relationships,

develop more resiliency and less stress, relate well with your children and spouse, train for leadership, prepare for the future, take control of your finances and much more!

Event

Date

For details

Ready to Rent

Mondays

253-967-1453

SSA Disability Brief

Mondays

253-966-8433

Vocational Rehab & Employment

Mondays

253-966-8433

Overseas Briefing

Mondays

253-967-3633

GoArmyEd Portal 101 class

Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays

253-967-7295

Accessing Higher Education Workshop

Mondays & Thursdays

253-967-3258

My Army Benefits Briefing

Tuesdays

253-966-8433

Toddler & Young Child Play Group (12–36 months)

Tuesdays

253-967-5901

SHARP Annual Training: Face to Face (Policy & Procedures)

Tuesdays through September

253-967-2072

WDVA State Veterans’ Benefits Brief

Wednesdays

253-966-8433

Local College Field Trip

Wednesdays

253-967-3258

Tacoma Rainiers Game Night

Sunday, July 15

253-967-7166

Identity Theft & Consumer Awareness

Tuesday, July 17

253-967-1453

Key Contact Training (evening)

Tuesday, July 17

253-967-8430

JBLM Newcomers Orientation

Tuesday, July 17

253-967-3628; 982-2695

Financially Fit

Wednesday, July 18

253-967-1453

Rest & Renew

Wednesday, July 18

253-966-8433

Dine & Dial

Wednesday, July 18

253-967-3672

Résumé 101

Thursday, July 19

253-477-9675

Key Contact Training (day)

Thursday, July 19

253-967-8430

Re-Entry Workshop

Thursday, July 19

253-967-3633

Federal Résumé

Friday, July 20

253-966-8433

Key Spouse Initial Training

Saturday, July 21

253-982-2695

Pre-Deployment Workshops

Monday, July 23

253-967-8430

Let’s Cook!

Monday, July 23

253-966-8433

Defense Installation Messaging System Training

Tuesday, July 24

253-982-2695

Smooth Move Workshop (All)

Wednesday, July 25

253-982-2695

FRG Leadership Training

July 25–26

253-967-8430

EAP Civilian Training

Thursday, July 26

253-966-4597

Thrift Savings Plan

Thursday, July 26

253-967-1453

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ONE WEEK OUR AVAILABLE SURGICAL SERVICES  General and Thoracic Surgery  Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery  Neurosurgery  Urology  Vascular Surgery Should you ever require surgery, you have a choice, and we welcome the opportunity to care for you at Madigan.

SEAMLESS ACCESS: • Call us at 1-800-404-4506 to schedule a consultation with one of our medical specialists.

• No referral is necessary. If you already have a referral, we will provide instructions on how to submit your referral.

• Records of your care received at Madigan are sent back to your primary care provider.

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Thursday, July 26

253-982-2695

Financial Life Cycles

Friday, July 27

253-967-1453

It Takes Two

Monday, July 30

253-967-5901

Interview Ready

Tuesday, July 31

253-966-8433

Interview Ready

Thursday, Aug. 2

253-477-9675

Volunteer Orientation Training & VMIS Organization Point of Contact Training

Thursday, Aug. 2

253-967-2324

Key Contact Training (day)

Thursday, Aug. 2

253-967-8430

Re-Entry Workshop

Thursday, Aug. 2

253-967-3633

Baby Boot Camp

Saturday, Aug. 4

253-967-5901

Reintegration (Reunion) for Family Members

Monday, Aug. 6

253-967-8430

Company Command Team Spouse Seminar

Aug. 6–7

253-967-2382

ACT Men

Aug. 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29

253-967-5901

Hawaii Brief

Tuesday, Aug. 7

253-967-3633

Checking Account Maintenance Refresher

Tuesday, Aug. 7

253-967-1453

Care Team Training (evening)

Tuesday, Aug. 7

253-967-8430

Unit INTRO Managers' Training

Tuesday, Aug. 7

253-982-2695

Tools for Success: Mindfulness Parenting

Aug. 7, 9, 14, 16

253-967-5901

Thanking Volunteers Creatively

Wednesday, Aug. 8

253-967-2324

Family Readiness Liaison Training

Wednesday, Aug. 8

253-967-8430

Credit Reports and Credit Repair

Wednesday, Aug. 8

253-967-1453

The Complete Federal Résumé

Thursday, Aug. 9

253-477-9675

Five Love Languages for Couples

Thursday, Aug. 9

253-967-5901

Financially Fit

Thursday, Aug. 9

253-967-1453

United States Citizenship & Immigration Services Workshop

Thursday, Aug. 9

253-982-2695

FRG Leadership Training (3 evenings)

Thursdays, Aug. 9, 16 & 23

253-967-8430

International Spouse Orientation

Friday, Aug. 10

253-967-3633

Résumé 101

Friday, Aug. 10

253-966-8433

Conflict Management

Monday, Aug. 13

253-967-5901

Alaska Briefing

Monday, Aug. 13

253-967-3633

Let's Cook!

Monday, Aug. 13

253-966-8433

Key Contact Training (evening)

Tuesday, Aug. 14

253-967-8430

Home Buying Basics

Tuesday, Aug. 14

253- 967-1453

ACT for Teens

Aug. 14, 16, 21, 23

253-967-5901

Infant Massage

Tuesdays, Aug. 14 & 21

253-967-5901

For more classes and briefings, 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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FOCUS Libraries

McChord Library is 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.

All activities are free with no need to register unless otherwise noted.

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Travel far & wide through reading New at your JBLM libraries Join Summer Theater Thursdays In need of some Familyfriendly entertainment this summer? McChord Library is hosting a movie Thursday afternoons through Aug. 2!

Showtime is at 3:30. We’ll even provide fresh popcorn!

Movies change every week, so be sure to stop by the checkout desk or call to see what movie will be featured.

Book a tech expert Do you need assistance with library digital resources like e-books or audiobooks?

Do you need help with your phone, laptop or tablet? Are you using (or would like to

use) software that you want to better learn? Book a 30minute appointment with a tech expert at McChord Library and get one-on-one help with your technology!

Tech help is offered Wednesdays at 11 and 11:30 a.m. and Fridays at 2 and 2:30 p.m. starting Friday, July 6.

Call McChord Library at 253-982-3454 to book your spot.

Tour McChord Library with one of our knowledgeable staff members and become registered as a patron Thursday, July 19 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Learn about the fun and exciting resources and programs that we provide, including online resources, computer labs and equipment and new makerspaces!

New patron orientation Did you know your local JBLM library is much more than books? From movies, video games and e-resources to engaging classes and events, we offer something for everyone!

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When life happens, it isn’t always on schedule.

Getting health care when you need it makes life easier. At US Family Health Plan, a TRICARE Prime® option, you’ll find health care is easy to get.

You may be qualified for this TRICARE Prime option.

Enrolling just takes a phone call to get started.

• Free for active duty family members • The same cost as TRICARE Prime for retirees

TRICARE is a registered trademark of the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency. All rights reserved.

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Call (866) 750-1658 or go to to learn more.

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Grandstaff & Book Patch libraries

available weekdays from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. for hourly to multiday reservations.

Call 253-967-5889 for your reservation.

Get STEAMed

McChord Library

Participate in Grandstaff Library’s STEAM Makerspace program with science, technology, engineering, arts and math Friday, July 6.

Participants can uncover interests by making, producing, solving, creating, collaborating and thinking with projects each month.

Classes are held the first Friday of the month from 6–7:30 p.m.

Toddler time is fun time Parents and caregivers of toddlers — come join us for a rhythmic, musical story as we sing, dance, wiggle and giggle, plus much more Tuesdays, July 10 and 24 at 10:30 a.m.

BYOU teen girls’ club Spend a girl-fueled power hour of creativity and awesome nosh at the new Be Your Own You girls’ club Friday, July 20, 6–7:30 p.m. when we’ll “Starch It!”

Host your meeting at Grandstaff Host your next meeting, conference, training class or videoconference at Grandstaff Library’s conference room for free!

Holding up to 25 people, the room is equipped with an LCD projector, white board, 52-inch HD TV and free WiFi. The room’s

Attend teen book club McChord Library and Hillside Youth Center/ Teen Zone present our Teen Book Club! Teens are invited to participate the first Wednesday of every month at 4:30 p.m.

This month we’ll discuss “Will Grayson, Will Grayson” by John Green and David Levithan Thursday, July 5 (due to the holiday). Check out next month’s selection before you leave!

Transportation is available from Hillside Youth Center/Teen Zone if you’re registered with CYS and Hillside. For more information on registering with Hillside, call 253-967-4441. If you don’t need a ride, CYS registration is not required.

Join Novel Navigators book club Like to discuss current books? Join the Novel Navigators book discussion group for adults that meets the second Wednesday of every month at 4:30 p.m.

This month’s meeting is July 11 to discuss “Heart in the Right Place” by Carolyn Jourdan. A limited number of copies are available; register in person at the McChord Library to receive a copy.

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clubs at 4 p.m. the first Friday of the month at McChord Library (July 6) and the second Friday of the month at Grandstaff Library (July 13). We provide the Lego bricks, and you provide the imagination!

Registration is recommended for McChord Library on the library’s calendar of events at JBLMmwr.com/libraries starting one week prior. (No registration is needed at Grandstaff.)

Get job training with Microsoft Military Program

See what Kids’ Book Club is all about Youth in grades 3–5 can join us at our monthly Kids’ Book Club. Read fun books and meet fun people! The Kids’ Book Club meets the third Wednesday of the month. This month, we meet July 18 at 4 p.m. to discuss “The Westing Game” by Ellen Raskin.

Hour of Code Come join us the third Friday of every other month starting this month for Hour of Code™!

Kids ages 8 and older will learn beginner coding concepts to create their own unique projects that will stretch the imagination and provide hours of fun! No experience necessary.

Computers will be provided Friday, July 20, 4–5 p.m. Registration is required and begins Friday, July 6. Register at JBLMmwr.com/libraries or call 253-982-3454.

Joint library programs Children’s storytime is fun Bring your prereaders to Book Patch Library Wednesdays for a storytime with crafts and activities at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. or McChord Library Thursdays at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Build at Lego clubs Calling all master builders! Kids ages 3 and older can get creative at JBLM libraries Lego

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Staff members from the Pierce County Public Library are at McChord and Grandstaff libraries the fourth Wednesday of each month at noon to explain the benefits of the Microsoft Military Program.

Pierce County Library staff members are also available from 11 a.m.–noon and 12:30–1:30 p.m. to answer individual questions.

Once you enroll in this free program, you can take Microsoft certification tests for the office specialist and technical assistant certifications.

Tests are free and study materials are available. For more information, email mmp@pcls.us.

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here’s still time to sign up for the summer reading program and get in on fun events for all ages!

This year, “Reading Takes You Everywhere” through Saturday, July 28. Earn prizes for every 10 hours of reading, take part in weekly events for prereaders to adults and be invited to the finale event in August after 30 hours of reading is completed.

When you sign up, you’ll receive a program packet. Complete your reading logs and turn them in for prizes.

The schedule at JBLM libraries includes: • Free activities and events at McChord Library Tuesdays at 1 p.m. for kids and 3 p.m. for teens. At Book Patch Library, events are Thursdays at 4 p.m. at the MWR Fest Tent (July 19 is at Nelson Rec.) • Storytimes at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Thursdays at McChord, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Book Patch.

• New this year — adults are invited to join us on our SRP Reading Road Trip across the United States! The goal of this adult-only game is to “travel” around the United States “visiting” states that have been assigned a genre, author or subject. Each state worth 1–2 travel points, which earn readers travel tickets in our drawing for prizes. Travel tickets can be entered into the drawings until Friday, Aug. 3.

Special events at McChord Library At McChord library, kids will enjoy these events Tuesdays at 1 p.m.: • July 3 — Come and meet friendly alligators, snakes and lizards. Presented by a Reptile Isle zoologist who specializes in exotic reptiles.

• July 10 — Let’s go camping with the Outdoor Recreation program by exploring the woods and enjoying outdoor crafts.

• July 17 — Learn what it must have been like for Lewis and Clark and the earliest settlers with staff from the Fort Nisqually Living History Museum.

• July 24 — Hands On Children’s Museum of Olympia presents Super Cool Liquid Nitrogen! Learn the super-cool characteristics of liquid nitrogen as Dr. Science smashes pennies, deflates a balloon and makes ice cream in less than 30 seconds.

• July 31 — JBLM Rocks! Paint your own rock with the Arts and Crafts Center.

Teens can attend their own events at 3 p.m.

Tuesdays at McChord Library: • July 3 — Create an object in Tinkercad that you can print on a 3D printer.

• July 10 — We’ll be traveling to distant lands through the magic of film and green screen technology as we make a fun travel commercial.

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• July 17 — Experience the fun of our new design studio by learning how to create buttons and keychains on our new button maker and experience the fun of the 3Doodler.

• July 24 — Do you have what it takes to be a champion in the fast-paced Minute to Win It game?

• July 31 — Escape the Room Distant Worlds Edition. Can you and your team escape the room in time?

Special events with Book Patch Library All ages will enjoy Book Patch Library’s events Thursdays at the MWR Fest Tent: • July 5, 4–5:30 p.m. — Time to get up-close and personal with Roving Reptiles for entertainment and education for the entire Family.

• July 12, 4–5 p.m. — One of the Pacific Northwest’s best magicians, Jeff Evans will dazzle and amaze you.

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• July 19, 4–5:30 p.m. at Nelson Recreation Center— Ropeworks with world champion Rene Bibaud, former ESPN commentator and coach of the renowned Cirque Du Soleil.

• July 26, 4–5 p.m. — Payne’s Magykes will wow you in the medieval style of Harry Potter, featuring many tricks you won’t see anywhere else.

• Aug. 2, 4–5 p.m. — Henrick Bothe acrobatic comedian walks on ladders, spins ropes, juggles without hands, manipulates fancy hats and rides a unicycle.

Remember, any type of reading counts on your reading logs. You can read magazines, textbooks, work-related courses, novels, menus, children’s books and more. It even counts when you read aloud to others or have others read to you.

Sign up the Family today and start your travels into summer! /JBLMlibrary

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Come check out the selection of Imports, Domestics, Luxury Vehicles, SUVs, Minivans, Trucks & Sport Performance Vehicles, all with pre-negotiated pricing!

Friday, July 20th 4pm–8pm Military Pre-Sale!

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