JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD
November 2019
MORALE, WELFARE & RECREATION GUIDE
Join us for our annual
Turkey Trot Page 21
Holiday fun is coming up fast! Pages 9–10 Protect yourselves from winter travel dangers Page 17
Get happy with Thanksgiving feasts Pages 6–7
Experience indoor rock climbing at JBLM Pages 25–27 November is National Veterans & Military Families Month Page 31
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IN THIS ISSUE FOOD & FUN 4
Director, Family & MWR Venicia Morse Marketing director Kimberly Perrenot Editor/writer Patti Jeffrey Layout & design Patti Jeffrey Contributors Venicia Morse, Leslie Thomas Contributing photographers Ursula Buford, Brenda Camren, Library staff, Lional Kam, Patti Jeffrey 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 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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Thanksgiving kicks off holidays Get happy with Thanksgiving feasts; tips to winterize your vehicle; create holiday gifts; heads up for Leavenworth trips, tree lighting, Winterfest and more.
SPORTS & FITNESS 18 Trot your way to fun & fitness Enter the Turkey Trot; look for December’s Ugly Sweater 5K & Rudolph RedNosed 1K fun run; stay fit with workouts.
ADVENTURES 24 Indoor climbing leads you higher Our new rock wall is open, and our program offers ways to climb even higher! Also save at Black Friday Sale.
FEATURE 30 November honors you! We’re recognizing you with National Veterans & Military Families Month.
YOUTH 32 Join learning & fun with CYS Bring youngsters to “Play to Learn”; build a home child care business; join us at fun middle school and teen activities.
LIBRARIES
38 Tales take flight at our libraries Enjoy storytimes, book clubs, games, crafts, Thanksgiving fun and book sale!
MILITARY & FAMILY 46 Look to your future Cover photo: Lional Kam
Make a Family Strengths Tree, celebrate Education Week, attend Fallen Heroes Social and enroll in free classes. JBLMmwr.com
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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.
VENICIA MORSE is the director of JBLM MWR. She and her husband are prior service, and have taken part in MWR programs as Service members, a retiree Family and now Department of the Army Civilians. She says, “I know how valuable these programs have been for our Family, and I want to ensure that MWR continues to provide these services to the JBLM community.”
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When I think of Morale, Welfare and Recreation, I think of the great programs and facilities available to all members of our community here at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. My Family and I have enjoyed countless special events and outdoor adventures as patrons, and I’m excited to play a role in these programs as your new MWR director. When I think “MWR,” I’m reminded of our services heritage — the reason MWR exists is to serve our community while being an integral part of it. If we take a look at the bigger picture — see why we’re here, where we’ve come from and where we’re going — our employees and our community will understand more of our purpose. (The chart on the facing page outlines MWR’s history and progress.) It’s rewarding to us to be able to serve you because we stand behind a mission of helping balance work and play, building community and making sure you get the best community experiences while you’re here. We constantly recruit Family members to work in our facilities and also to spend your leisure time with us. It not only gives Families more income, but also helps you connect with your new hometown through child care, libraries, recreation, leisure activities, sports and community events such as the Family Dance, Winterfest, tree lighting festivities, fun runs and so much more. Whatever money you spend with us goes straight back to our MWR services to maintain the programs that most benefit you. Part of our mission is to keep a direct connection to the community we serve, and customer service is very important to me. ICE is a feedback system that plugs you into a direct line of communication with MWR and installation leadership. If you have a concern or question and leave us a way to contact you, you’ll hear back from us! Your feedback helps us know each of your needs better while you’re here. I review all MWR ICE comments, and we have made several changes and implemented programs due to your feedback. While JBLM is your home, I urge you to take advantage of the great programs we offer. I look forward to seeing you out at our upcoming seasonal events, and hope you take a few minutes to share your feedback with us at ice.disa.mil.
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MWR History
1903 Authorization to build,
operate and maintain PXs, libraries, schools, recreation centers and gyms.
1918 Army Morale Division was established.
1922 Library Service was established.
1941-43 Special Services
1965
organization created (1941). Special Services encompassed all of Army Recreation by 1943.
Army Community Service,
known as Armed Forces Community Service at JBLM, was created.
1968 Youth Activities
program was established.
1971 Outdoor Recreation
program began. Schools were generally available, as was garrison housing.
1984 Year of the Army Family
2006
highlighted the importance of Families to overall Army success. This same year, U.S. Army Community & Family Support Center was established.
Family & MWR
include food, fun, youth, fitness, support and more and fall as G9 within Installation Management Command.
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FOCUS Food & Fun
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Get happy with your favorite Thanksgiving feasts L
et us provide the feast for you this Thanksgiving so you can concentrate on enjoying your guests! If you prefer not to cook for hours or face cleaning up after the big meal, then invite your Family and friends out to Thanksgiving at McChord Club Thursday, Nov. 28! The buffet includes all your favorites: • Carved roast turkey, gravy and fresh cranberry and orange relish. • Carved garlic and herb-crusted prime rib with au jus and creamed horseradish sauce. • Pineapple and ginger glazed baked ham. • Garlic mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole and cornbread stuffing. • Sautéed asparagus with lemon-butter caper sauce and green bean almandine. • Caesar salad. • Spinach salad with sea salt, candied walnuts, dried cranberries, mandarin oranges and goat cheese. • Fresh seasonal fruit and cheese display. • Chilled shrimp with lemon and cocktail sauce. • Smoked salmon with dill cream cheese, red onions, capers and diced egg served with mini bagels or pumpernickel toast. • Artisan bread display. • Pumpkin and pecan pies, assorted cakes and cheesecakes and apple and peach cobblers. • Iced tea, punch and hot coffee and tea.
Sodas and a full bar are available for an additional purchase. The cost is $29.95 for ages 13 and older, $19.95 for youth ages 9–12, $9.95 for kids ages 4–8 and free for ages 3 and younger. Club members receive a $2 discount per meal. (Become a Club member for more MWR discounts by visiting the Club office! See page 11 for details.) Seatings are at 11 a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Reservations are required; call the Club at 253-982-5581/2795. The Club is located at 700 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field.
Order homemade Thanksgiving dinners & desserts Order a complete homemade Thanksgiving dinner from American Lake Conference Center! Place your orders through Monday, Nov. 25 for: • Meal No. 1 that feeds 6–8 guests. You receive a 15- to 20-pound roasted whole turkey or a holiday half-ham, homestyle stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce and turkey gravy. The cost is $164.95. • Meal No. 2 that feeds 8–12 guests includes both the ham and turkey, all sides, casseroles and dessert, plus an apple pie. The cost is $259.95. Continued on next page. JBLMmwr.com
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Also order holiday desserts for your parties, home or office at least five business days ahead of time! Choose from holiday pies, fruit pies, decorated and holiday cookies, assorted cookie platters, layered cakes, flavored pound cakes and bread pudding. Call 253-966-4998/966-3987 or email catering@JBLMmwr.com for ordering details.
Savor meal specials Like Mexican food? You’ll love these specials Take advantage of your craving for fresh, tasty Mexican-style meals with these specials going on now at Habañero Mexican Grill at Whispering Firs Golf Course: • Mondays, get $5 margaritas and a dollar off Mexican beer. • Tuesdays, come in for a taco and drink combo for $8. • Savor a meat quesadilla and beverage combo for $8 Wednesdays. • Receive a free soft drink with your meal purchase over $8 each Thursday. • Fridays, get free chips and salsa with the purchase of over $8 on food. • Every weekend, receive 20% off your total meal purchase when you show your round of golf receipt from the pro shop. (Same day only; doesn’t apply to alcohol.) Habañero is located at 895 Lincoln Blvd. at McChord Field. Questions? Call the pro shop at 253-982-2124.
The Club appreciates it members Club members, you’re being appreciated at a free dinner at McChord Club Wednesday, Nov. 20, 5–7 p.m. Family members and guests can also attend for $5 each. No reservations are needed. Not a Club member? Enjoy MWR perks when you join! See details on page 11. The Club is at 700 Barnes Blvd. For more information, call 253-982-5581.
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Try Sam Adams specials Round up the gang and head to Samuel Adams Brewhouse at Eagles Pride — it’s open to the public! In November, any active duty Service member in uniform receives 10% off lunch between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Every weekend, receive 20% off your total meal purchase when you show your round of golf receipt from the pro shop. (Same day only; doesn’t apply to alcohol.) Sam Adams at Eagles Pride is off I-5 Exit 116.
Find your sports hangout Get in on Warrior Zone esports Active duty Service members are invited to enter the NBA2K20 tourney Saturday, Nov. 16; prize packages are valued at $500 for first place, $250 for second and $100 for third. The event is being live-streamed at twitch.tv/ JBLMWarriorZone/events. Find registration details and rules at fb.com/ JBLMWarriorZone or JBLMmwr.com. For details, call 253-477-5756. The event is open to ages 18 and older.
Watch football at Sam Adams Come on over to Samuel Adams Brewhouse Cascade Thursday nights for football action on big screens, as well as ESPNU for Saturday college games. While you’re here, enjoy 16 brews on tap, game food, pool and more. Purchase pitchers during Thursday games with your appetizers and meals! Sam Adams Cascade is at 2400 Bitar Ave. (at S. Division Street) at Lewis Main. For a list of the fall hours, visit JBLMmwr.com.
Warrior Zone treats you to football fun While you’re watching football at Warrior Zone, purchase food and drink specials from the Zone and get in on weekly football picks for prizes at the end of the season!
Also come in for Sunday and Monday football specials all season, whether you watch on the big screen, overhead TVs in the Zone or outdoors on the heated, covered patio (we open a half-hour early on Sundays). Warrior Zone is on the corner of N. 17th and D streets at Lewis North (open to ages 18 and older). Questions? Call 253-477-5756.
Catch UFC 244 action Watch UFC 244 Saturday, Nov. 2. Entry is for ages 18 and older at these locations: • Starting at 5 p.m. at McChord Pub (inside McChord Club), order food and cold beverages. Everyone’s welcome (no membership is required) and there’s no cover charge. • At Samuel Adams Brewhouse Cascade, choose your place at a table or bar seat and order appetizers, drinks and meals. Cover is $5 per person. • At Warrior Zone, order up food and drink specials while you enjoy the fights inside
or on the heated, covered patio. There’s no cover charge. Visit JBLMmwr.com for location details.
Extra fun for everyone Family Dance Last chance to reserve your spot for the Family Dance at McChord Club is now! The dance is Saturday, Nov. 2, 5–9 p.m. Call the Club at 253-982-5581 for reservations.
Friday Trivia Night is back! Come on in and play to win at Friday Trivia Night Nov. 8, 7–9 at Samuel Adams Brewhouse Cascade. Teams can be up to four people; prizes are awarded to the top two teams of the night! Sam Adams Cascade is at 2400 Bitar Ave. (at S. Division Street), Lewis Main.
All-you-can-eat and bowl Want inexpensive fun for the Family or with friends? Wednesday, Nov. 6, get in on all-you-can-eat pizza and tacos and two hours of bowling for $10 or four hours of bowling for $13, 4:30– 8:30 p.m. at Bowl Arena Lanes (doesn’t include shoe rental). Bowl Arena Lanes is at 2272 Liggett Ave., Lewis Main. For more details, call 253-967-4661.
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Holiday fun is coming up fast! Attend tree lighting Guess who’s showing up for a surprise visit? Santa will bring in the holiday season at the Lewis Main Tree Lighting ceremony Monday, Dec. 2 starting at 3:30 p.m. Gather outside Jensen Family Health & Fitness Center at 2022 Liggett Ave., Lewis Main for the fun!
Save your seats for Leavenworth trip See some holiday magic! Plan now to take a motorcoach trip with Leisure Travel Services from Lewis Main to the mountain village of Leavenworth for the Christmas Lighting Festival Saturday, Dec. 7. The cost is $50 per passenger. (The trip isn’t available for children ages 4 and younger due to the long ride and 15-hour day.) Register online now at JBLMmwrRegistration.com or at LTS inside Bowl Arena Lanes or LTS-McChord Field inside Sounders Lanes. Call 253-967-3085 for more details.
Hope on board for group trips to Leavenworth Want to create a magical holiday memory with your Family and friends? Spend the day in Leavenworth and let us do the driving! The Outdoor Recreation program has a scheduled trip to Christkindlmarkt Saturday, Nov. 30 for $75 per person. ODR also offers a private van rental with a driver for $400 per day to Leavenworth. Vans fit up to 12 people. Email JBLMadventuretrips @gmail.com for details.
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Winterfest combines excitement with fun run & Trees for Troops The entire community is welcome to come out to the MWR Fest Tent Saturday, Dec. 7, 3–7 p.m. at Lewis Main for Winterfest. Purchase yummy food and beverages and enjoy free games, door prizes, giveaways, crafts, entertainment and more merry fun. This year, Winterfest is being celebrated in conjunction with the Ugly Sweater 5K and Rudolph Red-Nosed 1K fun run starting at 5 p.m. Race details are at JBLMraces.com. Trees for Troops is giving away free freshly
cut Christmas trees to all active duty personnel up to E-5 and their Families that day along with the festivities! Watch for more details at JBLMmwr.com and fb.com/JBLMmwr.
about options. Samuel Adams Brewhouse at Eagles Pride Golf Course also has a cozy conference area with a fireplace available for holiday parties; call 253-324-8644.
Enjoy your holiday gatherings at JBLM golf courses
Heads up for Breakfast with Santa
Planning a small office party or Family gathering? Remember that you can book your holiday gatherings with HabaĂąero Mexican Grill at Whispering Firs Golf Course catering your event! Call 253-982-2124/3271 to ask
Santa’s looking forward to having company for breakfast Saturday, Dec. 14! He invites you and your Family to join him at McChord Club for photos, fun and crafts. Look for upcoming details at JBLMmwr.com and fb.com/ JBLMmwr. JBLMmwr.com
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McChord Club members get MWR perks
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o you enjoy food and entertainment at a discount or even for free? Take advantage of McChord Club’s membership rewards program! As a Club member, you’ll get reduced pricing and free perks throughout MWR (prepay for a year to make it easier!). Here’s what you get when you show your new Club membership: • Receive $1 off pub food and $2 off Friday Chill in the Grill dinner at McChord Pub. • Enjoy a free member appreciation luncheon or dinner each month. • Book a free party room rental at the Club. • Save with member discounts at Club events and holiday buffets. • Try to win the jackpot at free Club member bingo every Friday night. • With every food purchase of $7 or more, get $1 off from the Strike Zones at Sounders Lanes and Bowl Arena Lanes. Also pay only $1 for a shoe rental when you bowl. • Receive $1 off every food purchase of $7 or more at Habañero Mexican Grill (at Whispering Firs Golf Course). Also receive a free small bucket of range balls each time you golf. • Receive $2 off your food purchase of $20 or more at Samuel Adams Brewhouse Cascade (at Lewis Main) and Samuel Adams Brewhouse at Eagles Pride Golf Course. • Get 10% off all outdoor recreation equipment rentals at the Northwest Adventure Center and Adventures Unlimited. Also receive $1 off shooting at the Rifle and Pistol Range 15 and the Skeet and Trap Range. • At Warrior Zone, buy one pizza and get your second pizza half off. • At your Arts & Crafts Center, receive 10% off custom framing materials. • At your Auto Centers (McChord Field and Lewis Main), receive $1 off your bay or lift fee. Doesn’t it make sense to join the Club? Call 253-982-5581 for more details or drop buy the Club office at 700 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field.
It’s easy to join McChord Club! You can choose to pay your dues with any credit, debit or ATM card, or by direct withdrawal. Manage your membership online at MyAirForceLife.com/Clubs/ClubMembership.aspx. Once you’re a member, you’ll receive notices of Club events, meal specials and programs automatically. Download the free MemberPlanet app from the App Store or Google Play to get notices on your smartphone or tablet.
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Create unique arts & crafts gifts Find great ideas for gift-giving Get a jump on holiday gift-giving with unique and crafty items from the Arts & Crafts Center store. Here are some ideas: • Order coffee mugs printed with your favorite photos. • Make a colorful ceramic plate with your child’s handprints on it for parents or grandparents to hang on the wall or for display. • Decorate your tree with pewter ornaments. • Take a class to make a Family memento. • Custom-frame your Family portrait. • Order engraving on these in-stock items: wine bottle gift box with tools, hip flask, cheese board with cutter, cheese tool set, barbecue tools, pizza board, cutting board and a backgammon, chess and cribbage game set. • Give Arts & Crafts Center gift cards for creative classes of your recipients’ choices. Want more ideas? Call or drop by to ask about creating many more customized gifts.
reserve your spaces, since seating is limited.
Homeschool classes available Homeschoolers ages 8–18 can receive expert instruction in art with a different theme each month. You’ll meet for three classes Thursdays, Nov. 7, 14 and 21, 1:30–3 p.m. This month’s theme is “Food for Thought” with a focus on volume, scale, unity, variety, hue and shading. The cost in November is $37.50 for supplies and instruction; call 253-982-6721 for more information and to register.
Create beautiful ceramics Drop in and try out our “paint-&-go” ceramics studio. The studio is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and the first and third Saturday of the month (clean up at 4:30). You also can reserve the studio for ceramics parties, kids’ craft parties or a friends’ day out by calling ahead!
Kids’ Kraft classes are free
Learn a new hobby
Families are invited to come to the Arts & Crafts Center for free Friday afternoon Kids’ Kraft classes twice a month, 3:30–5 p.m. Get silly making woven butterflies Nov. 1, and have fun with tie dying using baby wipes Nov. 15. Registration is free — call 253-982-6721 to
Start a new hobby and create gifts for your Family and friends, plus handmade treasures! Ask about our classes in basic sewing, book and scrapbook making, glass mosaics, quilting, knitting, crochet, sculpture, basket weaving, canvas painting, Zentangle, paper crafts and more.
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Arts & Crafts Center Clip ‘n Save Coupons 50% Off Framing Class
50% Off Knitting Class
(Applies to instruction only)
(Applies to instruction & supplies)
Limit one coupon per customer. Valid only when presented in person at time of payment. No photocopies accepted. No cash value. Coupon is good Nov. 1–30, 2019.
Limit one coupon per customer. Valid only when presented in person at time of payment. No photocopies accepted. No cash value. Coupon is good Nov. 1–30, 2019.
Arts & Crafts Center at McChord Field 1121 Barnes Blvd. • 253-982-6721 JBLMmwr.com
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Save on golfing at Winter golf is inexpensive enough to work on your game all year! Get in on pro shop sales for gift-giving Now’s a great time to start shopping for gifts, including yourself! Get in on: • Veterans Day Sale — All veterans receive 20% off in-stock, regularly priced items in the pro shop Nov. 9–11. • Annual holiday Candy Cane Sale — Be sure to get in on JBLM golf courses’ annual holiday sale Nov. 29–Dec. 24. Pick a candy cane off the tree and you’ll find bargains with in-stock items at a minimum of 10% off, plus door prizes and holiday treats. The more you spend, the more you save!
$20 green fee and receive a sleeve of Srixon golf balls (add a cart for $12 per rider). No substitutions. • Hole in Fun — Enter the contest on the same day you golf! For $1, you can win the prize fund (a gift certificate equal to the amount in the fund) if you make a hole in one on any par 3 at either golf course.
All sales items exclude PING G 410 series and special orders.
• Bucket, Bite & Bev — Get a bucket of range balls, deli sandwich or hot dog and domestic draft or soda for only $11 at Whispering Firs or Eagles Pride (limit one per day, must purchase range balls in pro shop). November specials can’t be combined or used for tourneys and outings.
Take advantage of November specials
Treat the Family to golf
Save when you golf in November with these specials: • Super Sundays — Pay for one green fee and get the second half off Sundays after 11 a.m. Discount applies to regularly priced green fees; pay full price for the higherpriced green fee. • Dewsweeper discount $19 green fees are available weekdays up to 8 a.m. Add a cart for $12 per rider. • Srixon golf special — Tee off anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. weekdays for a
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Introduce your Family to the game of golf while having fun! A Family of four can golf nine holes at Eagles Pride weekends from noon to 2 p.m. for $40, which includes carts, rental clubs, range balls, hot dogs or snacks and fountain drinks for four. Valid for youth ages 6–15.
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.
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Did you know? • Book individual golf lessons from our resident pro to improve your swing. • Rent 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 office parties, birthdays, retirements and the holidays!
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Protect yourselves from winter travel dangers
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By Patti Jeffrey on’t be caught in the cold when it comes to vehicle safety this winter. The seasoned experts at your Auto Centers at Lewis Main and McChord Field are ready to help you get your vehicle in good shape for cold weather. Here are quick tips on how to winterize your vehicle and be prepared for winter travel. • It’s critical to check your fluids no matter what season it is. Make sure your vehicle has adequate antifreeze, even if it’s not being used. Your engine block is in danger of freezing and cracking (an expensive repair) without antifreeze to protect it. Use all-season oil, which won’t get thick in colder temperatures. Most new cars use 5W/20 or 5W/30. Check to see if your windshield washer is formulated for winter temperatures. Even window-washing solutions have some antifreeze to prevent your windshield from icing up. Remember to check your transmission and brake fluid levels before you go on any trip. • Check your wiper blades to see if they are proper for winter use. Some blades can freeze and become rigid rather than remain flexible. • Make certain your tire pressure is adjusted for cold weather. Tire pressures are naturally higher in warm temperatures and lower in cold temperatures. Underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Also check your spare tire for proper air pressure and ensure that you have a jack and tools needed to change the tire in case of a flat. • Speaking of tires, buy good all-season tires that wear well in both summer and winter. • Get your battery and battery cables serviced. You wouldn’t want to get stuck somewhere in freezing weather for any length of time.
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• Carry an organizer in your vehicle with these essentials: de-icing fluid, quart of oil, quart of transmission fluid, jug of 50/50 mix of antifreeze, bottle of brake fluid, emergency flares, paper towels, portable air pump, windshield scraper, booster cables and a distress flag. Also carry snow chains or cables, portable shovel and tow chain or rope if traveling in cold conditions or over passes. If you ever need help, you’ll have the supplies on hand to quickly get your vehicle back on the road. Each person in your vehicle should bring extra warm clothing, medication for a day or two, extra water and nourishing snacks. Also carry a first-aid kit, pocket knife, duct tape, flashlight and emergency blankets.
Winterize it yourself inside Need somewhere warm and dry to winterize your car? Rent a stall at one of your Auto Centers! For a fee, you can rent bays and lifts that vary according to function at each location. For instance, you can use a drive-on lift for changing oil easily, arm lifts for changing and rotating tires and rotary lifts for better access. If you need tools, you can check some out from the tool room.
Learn how to perform car care Changing your own oil and fluids and lubing your vehicle saves you a lot of money — learn how at your Auto Centers. McChord Auto Center even has a Lube and Oil Change class and a Car Check-Up class; just call to make an appointment! For more information, call the Lewis Main Auto Center at 253-967-3728 or McChord Field Auto Center at 253-982-7226. JBLMmwr.com
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FOCUS Sports & Fitness
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Trot your way
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to fun & fitness Join the JBLM Turkey Trot Grab your friends and Family and register now for our annual JBLM Turkey Trot 5K/10K and Drumstick Dash 1K! All participants who register will receive a custom bib and finisher’s medal. Register at JBLMraces.com by Monday, Nov. 4 and also receive a custom T-shirt! The Turkey Trot takes place Saturday, Nov. 16 at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center at Lewis North. Bring nonperishable food items for a chance to win a turkey and other prizes (you’ll receive one ticket per item for up to four items). All food will be donated to the Fisher House. Prerace packet pick-up is 3–6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Samuel Adams Brewhouse Cascade, 2400 Bitar Ave (at S. Division Street), Lewis Main. Day-of-race packet pickup is 7–9:45 a.m. The 10K starts at 9:45, the 1K at 10 and the 5K at 10:15. DOD ID card holders pay $10 for the 1K, $25 for the 5K and $30 for the 10K; all others pay $15 for the 1K, $30 for the 5K and $35 for the 10K (active.com charges a $3.50 processing fee; no race refunds provided). Those needing access to the base should have an approved valid form of identification and register prior to Wednesday, Nov. 13. Wilson Sports & Fitness Center is located at 11596 D St. (at 41st Division Drive).
Heads up for December fun run The Ugly Sweater 5K and Rudolph Red-Nosed 1K is just around the bend Saturday, Dec. 7. Sign up now to get a guaranteed T-shirt! The fun run includes an ugly Christmas sweater contest, prizes, giveaways and finisher medals. Enjoy Winterfest while you’re there! Festival details are on pages 8–9. Find registration and race details at JBLMraces.com. JBLMmwr.com
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Fit in a quality workout
pools and an outdoor athletic complex.
You have plenty of opportunities to get in shape at your choice of fitness centers, indoor
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Jensen Family Health & Fitness Center Start time
Monday
Tuesday
2022 Liggett Ave., Lewis Main • 253-967-5975
Wednesday
6:45 a.m.
Connected Warrior Yoga*
9 a.m.
Cardio Circuit
Thursday
Friday
Step Circuit
10 a.m.
MixxedFit
Yoga*
Bootcamp
Yoga*
Head-toToe Weight Training
11:30 a.m.
Tabata
Cardio Kickboxing
Zumba*
Cardio Kickboxing
Zumba*
Indoor Cycling*
3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
Ballet* RIPPED
Yoga
Yoga
Zumba*
McChord Annex Sports & Fitness Center Start time
Monday
Noon
Bootcamp
4:45 p.m.
Cardio Kickboxing
Zumba*
5:45 p.m.
Yoga
Core & More
Tuesday
Monday
7:30 a.m.
Zumba*
726 5th St., McChord Field • 253-982-6700
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Cardio Kickboxing
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The fun of inDoor rock climbing can leaD to something higher By Patti Jeffrey hen a couple of outdoor recreation program planners began scheming four years ago how they could bring a highadventure indoor rock wall to JBLM, they didn’t know how much time it would take for just the right place and budget to come about. But on Friday, Sept. 27, their dream was finally realized at Adventures Unlimited with the grand opening of the new indoor rock wall. With two auto-belays and 10 manual belays, all with a variety of route challenges, the 1,168-square-foot climbing space offers something for everyone.
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Dreaming bigger One of the planners, Brad Hinton, says, “We had the idea to create a peak outdoor adventure training school where we could instruct beginners how to safely and skillfully master whatever adventure they wanted to do outdoors — rock climbing, alpine climbing, mountaineering, kayaking, whitewater rafting, cross-country skiing or mountain biking — so they can go out on their own with confidence. The indoor rock wall is one part of the bigger vision.” The outdoor recreation program vision comprises two components, according to Brad. The first is to get people outdoors by offering
a variety of trips and treks, complete with all equipment, expert guides and round-trip transportation. These trips can be anything from day trips to see Northwest waterfalls, Victoria, B.C., and Olympic Peninsula wine tours to outdoor photography, mountain biking and hiking. The second component is to promote and provide a safe and fun environment for participants of all abilities to learn a high-adventure outdoor sport with classroom instruction, beginning techniques, practicing on field trips and mastering more advanced techniques through progressively challenging outdoor experiences. For instance, the new rock wall is open to all climbing ages and abilities. Patrons can use the auto-belay, ask for a belayer or train to become a belayer. If some of these patrons get the climbing bug and want a more intensive experience, they can sign up for outdoor rock climbing trips. Participants on these trips first get an in-house lesson to understand the fundamentals of sport climbing with an emphasis on how to properly belay. Once outdoors, they get the feel of finding their own routes up and down rocky walls after setting up ropes and performing safety checks. While climbing, they learn Continued on next page. JBLMmwr.com
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to trust themselves, the gear and the belayer. The goal of each trip is to learn how to climb confidently without a guide. Participants might want to press on to learn alpine climbing and eventually mountain climbing. Scott Schissel, lead mountaineering climbing instructor, hopes to train and lead the next generation of climbers to the summits of their dreams. Scott, who also teaches rock and alpine climbing, maintains the philosophy of teaching others climbing skills that lead them to a lifetime of climbing — the same type of philosophy of ODR’s adventure training school.
Using the rock wall The rock wall is designed to be used by a variety of patrons. Anyone can drop in during
business hours and climb to their heart’s content. Rock wall climbing is free for active duty Service members and their Families and $5 per person for civilians, retirees and nonmilitary patrons. Equipment rentals are $3 per item for climbing shoes, harness and chalk bag (or you can bring your own). Each belay class costs $10 per patron. If you’re planning a birthday, Family or teambuilding activity, you can make a reservation after-hours during the week or on weekends. Units and squadrons can reserve a time for PT or for the Warrior Adventure Quest program. For group rock climbing reservations and pricing, email JBLMadventuretrips@gmail.com. Starting in January, classes will be offered for children, adults and women to introduce
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them to rock climbing. Classes will emphasize belay techniques, fitness, climbing techniques and self-sufficiency. Classes include: • Open climbing Wednesday night class, 5:30–9:30 for $25 per person per night. • A kids’ climbing club for ages 5–14 Thursday nights, 5:30–7:30. Each 14-week session costs $175. • A women’s climbing night Fridays. Class participants must register at JBLMmwr Registration.com starting Thursday, Jan. 2.
For more information Adventures Unlimited is located at 739 Battery Rd. at McChord Field. It’s open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to noon. For more information, call 253-982-2303.
Save at the Black Friday Sale Friday, Nov. 29 at the Northwest Adventure Center! 20% storewide discounts, guns 10% off & ammo 15% off. Clearance items excluded. The NAC is located at 8050 NCO Beach Rd. at Lewis North.
Join JBLM’s outdoor experts on adventures of a lifetime! Find all-new trips and treks with details and registration at JBLMmwrRegistration.com. Gear and transportation are included on all trips.
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Photo 101
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Twin Falls hike
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Carbon River bike packing
Sunday, Nov. 10
Wine tour
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Wilderness First Aid
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Wallace Falls hike
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Kayak skills class
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$25
Saturday, Nov. 23
Cape Flattery hike
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Sunday, Nov. 24
Family trip
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Saturday, Nov. 30
Christkindlmarkt
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Wednesday, Dec. 4
Intro to rock climbing
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Saturday, Dec. 7
Intro to mountain biking
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Saturday, Dec. 7 Seattle Aquarium: Adult $45; Youth $35 Child (3 & younger) $15 Sunday, Dec. 8
Explore Victoria, B.C.
Sunday, Dec. 8
Photography 101
Dec. 14–15
Wilderness First Aid
Tuesday, Dec. 17
Kayak skills class
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Saturday, Dec. 21
Mountain bike excursion
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Saturday, Dec. 21
Women wine tasting
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Sunday, Dec. 22
Seattle night photography
$50
Saturday, Dec. 28
Snowshoe excursion
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Saturday, Dec. 28
Geocaching
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Sunday, Dec. 29
Wallace Falls hike
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD Work with a dedicated team Get hired with Morale, Welfare & Recreation and become part of a dedicated team that serves Families, Service members, civilians and retirees who visit, work, live and play at JBLM. Child & Youth Services is currently looking for program assistants for before- and afterschool programming and child care. Other positions include a variety of food service workers, food and beverage attendants, cooks, recreation assistants, recreational aids, custodial workers and more.
• Access to outdoor recreation areas (skeet and trap range, ATV course, marina, Shoreline Park and on-base cabin rentals and travel camps). • Full use of self-help auto centers, arts and crafts center, recreation centers, used-car buy-and-sell lots, library programs, parentand-child play centers and more. • Regular full-time and part-time employees also receive retirement benefits, health benefits and vacation and sick leave.
Perks for working at JBLM When you come on board, you’ll receive the benefits of working at JBLM: • Free on-the-job early childhood education training that can be used for college credit and job advancement (CYS positions). • Free use of fully equipped sports and fitness centers and pools, including free aerobics and fitness classes. • Full access to leisure activities (bowling, golf, American Lake recreation, skate parks, beachside picnic areas, on-base dining, special events and festivals). • Discount tickets to popular attractions across the U.S., movies, sports and more. • Inexpensive recreational rentals for camping, hiking, snow sports, water fun, parties, sports, RV traveling and other outdoor recreation. • Access to guided group trips and other outdoor adventures through the outdoor recreation program.
LOOK FOR UPCOMING JOB FAIR ANNOUNCEMENTS on Facebook and at JBLMmwr.com. CYS & BOD Job Fairs are held at Eagles Pride Golf Course, off I-5 at Exit 116 — open to the public! Bring your Social Security card and birth certificate or passport and names and phones of four references. Submit two paper applications at the job fair.
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FOCUS Feature
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Honoring our military community is a national tribute each year N
ational Veterans & Military Family Month is a time set aside to recognize you, the military Family. Military Families know what it means to serve. Every day, you get up and support your Service member, standing by during long trainings and deployments. You know the risks, but you accept this life of service anyway. You know service is an honor. You are the backbone of our military. You are the quiet, but steady fuel at home that keeps the fire burning. You keep track of military pay, benefits and news, because you know they make a daily difference in your life. And when your time as an actively serving Family comes to an end, you support your veteran. Serving is just what you do. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to military Families for the support they provide for our Service members on a daily basis. Your sacrifices on behalf of our country are truly inspiring.
Recognizing your service with a national declaration Military Family Month was established in 1996 by the Armed Services YMCA. Each November since then, the POTUS has signed a proclamation declaring November Military Family Month (for the past two years, the president has also included veterans). With hundreds of thousands of Service members deployed overseas, recognizing the daily sacrifices made by military Families has never been more important.
You are Family & MWR’s mission Today’s Family & MWR mission is to honor the Service members who protect our freedom by providing you and your Families with the same quality of life given to the society you have pledged to defend. The Family & MWR employees at JBLM are dedicated to providing support and leisure services as outstanding as the people we serve. Family and MWR strives to deliver the highest quality programs and services — from sports, recreation and entertainment to child and youth programs — to give our Service members and their Families a much-needed balance of work and play. “During National Veterans and Military Families Month, we salute the brave and dedicated patriots who have worn the uniform of the United States, and we celebrate the extraordinary military Families whose selfless service and sacrifice make our military the finest in the world. “Our nation’s veterans represent the best of America. Generation after generation, men and women have answered the call to defend our country and our freedom, facing danger and uncertainty with uncommon courage. They make tremendous sacrifices by leaving their Families to serve throughout the homeland and in combat, contingency, and humanitarian operations worldwide.” – 2018 excerpt of the presidential declaration of National Veterans and Military Families Month Editor’s note: Article contributions are from military. com, marineparents.com and home.army.mil/lewismcchord. JBLMmwr.com
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Have fun & learn with CYS Children’s Museum of Tacoma offers fun at Raindrops & Rainbows, Escape Zone
Parent Central Services is at 2295 S. 12th St. (at Bitar Avenue), Lewis Main; 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 6398 Garcia Blvd., Lewis Main; 253-967-2405. Visit JBLMmwr.com under CYS for more information.
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Children’s Museum of Tacoma brings “Play to Learn” fun to Escape Zone and Raindrops & Rainbows parent-and-child play centers Wednesdays this school year. Play to Learn is a free program for youth ages 6 and younger and their parents, grandparents, neighbors, Family and friends who nurture children ages 6 and younger. Thematic curriculum invites individual play, fun group activities, songs, and a wholegroup circle time for children and adults to enjoy together. Just drop in — no registration needed. The fun takes place 10–11:30 a.m. at Escape Zone and 1:30–3 p.m. at Raindrops & Rainbows. Upcoming dates are: • Nov. 6 — sound and music theme. • Nov. 13 — learn about feelings and emotions. • Nov. 20 — all about healthy bodies. Escape Zone is at 841 Fairway Rd. at McChord Field. Raindrops & Rainbows is at 8197 American Lake Dr., Lewis North.
Build a home child care career 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 Families. FCC providers earn up to $2,000 a month, may qualify for subsidies and receive free business resources. You also can take your business with you to your next duty station. Learn about FCC at the Tuesday, Nov. 19 orientation, 6–8 p.m. at the FCC office (no children allowed at the orientation due to space/discussion topics). Full-day training classes will meet weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. following the orientation. All classes are required for FCC certification. The FCC Office is at 2013B N. 3rd St. (at Pendleton Avenue) at Lewis Main. Questions? Call 253-967-3039. JBLMmwr.com
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Come join us at Hillside Youth Center/ Teen Zone
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illside Youth Center/Teen Zone is an open-rec program available at no cost to youth in grades 6–12 for recreational, academic and social opportunities. All youth must be registered with CYS and the Teen Zone. Stop by and check out the variety of programs and after-school clubs! You’re invited to these November events: • Middle-School Dance Saturday, Nov. 2. The center will be closed to all other activities and open to only middle-schoolers who want to party! Bring a new child’s toy or can of food to donate as your entry. • Youth Lock-In Friday, Nov. 15 starting at 7 p.m. We’re partying all night starting with a trip to Boomshaka, an indoor trampoline super-center! When we return, we’ll provide food and refreshments (pretty much all night!), arts and crafts, Xbox One, PS4 and Nintendo Switch tourneys, the latest teen- and youth-friendly movies, full-court basketball, flag football, rock climbing and more fun until 7 a.m. Also join our weekday youth clubs: • Mondays at 5 p.m., Career Launch job skills training with junior staff meets. • Tuesdays, join the Young Men’s or Lyricism clubs at 4:30. • Wednesdays, the Keystone Leadership Club and Torch Club meet at 4:30. • Thursdays, join the Triple Play or Smart Girls club at 4:30. • On alternating and select Fridays, we offer a number of opportunities to join in the fun with Friday Frenzies, Open Mic Night, Cooking
Club, Student Store, staff vs. youth games, anime and movies. Call us for what’s happening on a particular Friday night. • New to JBLM or leaving? On the last Friday of the month, join us for our Hail and Farewell activities. Need a ride here? Call us at 253-967-4441 before 2 p.m. to schedule a shuttle pickup or drop-off or reserve your ride the day before. Each youth must have your swipe card daily to ride and attend our program: • We have daily pick-ups at Pioneer Middle School. • Steilacoom High School students may ride bus #7 to Pioneer MS, and then ride our bus or shuttle. • Mann Middle School bus #660 drops off in front of our building daily. • Woodbrook Middle School, Lakes High School and Harrison Prep have local dropoffs near our building. We also provide daily pickup and evening drop-off services at Lewis Main, Lewis North, Old and New Madigan and McChord Field. Please call in before 2 p.m. to request a pickup or reserve your ride the day before. Not registered yet? Find a friend who’s registered and tag along on a one-time pass. If you like what you see, fill out an application. We’ll do all the behind-the-scenes work, including verifying with parents for permission, to get you registered. We’re located at 6397 Garcia Blvd. at Lewis Main. Call us at 253-967-4441 for more information or a tour. JBLMmwr.com
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FOCUS Libraries
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Tales take flight at your libraries
Enjoy story programs Read ‘Books with Bogan’
JBLMlibrary 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.
Kids can spend time reading their favorite book to a reading assistance dog at Book Patch Library’s “Books with Bogan.” Bogan’s here 3:30–4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14. (He’s usually here twice a month, but he’ll be spending Thanksgiving with his Family.) By providing quiet comfort, the trained dogs transform into supportive reading buddies and trusted friends in a safe and welcoming space. Call 253-967-5533 to reserve your spot. Bogan’s waiting to hear from you!
Bring the Family to bilingual storytime Want to enrich your language skills? Come to McChord Library and enjoy a SpanishEnglish bilingual storytime on the second Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. (immediately after the regular storytime). This month, we’re meeting Nov. 14. Continued on next page. JBLMmwr.com
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Join adult book clubs Take part in Novel Navigators book club Join the Novel Navigators book discussion group for adults that meets the second Wednesday of every month at 4:30 p.m. at McChord Library. This month’s meeting is Nov. 13 to discuss “Neverwhere” by Neil Gaiman. A limited number of copies are available; register in person to receive a copy. Check out next month’s selection in time for our Dec. 11 meeting.
Attend Afterthought book club Come to Grandstaff Library on the third Monday of every month for our Afterthought adult book club. We’re exploring books from all genres and discovering new books to enjoy in this all-inclusive book club. Plan to join us Nov. 18, 5:30–7 p.m. to discuss “American Gods” by Neil Gaiman.
Family reading fun Enjoy storytimes at Book Patch Book Patch Library offers two weekly reading events! Come join us for: • Kinder-Ready Storytime that meets every Tuesday, 10:30–11:30 a.m., developing
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essential skills to prepare children ages 3–5 for kindergarten. • An all-ages Family storytime that meets 3:30–4:30 p.m. each Wednesday.
Bring kiddos to free storytime Bring your prereaders to McChord Library Thursdays at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for a storytime with free crafts and activities!
See what Kids’ Book Club is all about Youth in grades 3–5 can join us at McChord Library’s monthly Kids’ Book Club the third Wednesday of the month to read fun books and meet fun people! We’ll meet Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 4 p.m. to discuss “Turtle in Paradise” by Jennifer L. Holm. Check out a copy from the front desk!
Join us for Yoga Storytime Ages 3–5 can join Yoga Storytime at McChord Library to experience building early literacy skills and healthy bodies! Yoga Storytime includes stories, stretches, movement, breathing and relaxation. We meet the last Friday of every month at 10:30 a.m. This month, we’ll meet Nov. 29. Yoga mats are provided; space is limited. Registration is required at JBLMlibraries.com and begins one week prior.
Enjoy activities at McChord Library Teen Filmmakers Production Crew Youth ages 11 and older can join the McChord Teen Film Production Crew at McChord Library! We meet Mondays at 4 p.m. to learn the art of filmmaking and creating our own independent short films step by step. Just drop in!
Hour of Code is easy learning Come join us the third Friday of every other month for Hour of Code™! Kids ages 8 and older learn beginner coding concepts to create their own unique projects that will stretch the imagination and provide hours of fun! No experience is necessary. Computers will be provided Nov. 15, 4–5 p.m. Registration is required and begins Saturday, Nov. 2. Register at JBLMlibraries.com or call 253-982-3454.
Book a tech expert for free Are you puzzled by new devices, downloads and software? Get one-on-one help with your technology questions at the McChord Library. We’re here to: • Assist you with digital resources, such as
library’s e-books or audiobooks. • Help you get familiarized with your phone, laptop or tablet. • Help you better learn your software. Book a one-hour session with a tech expert at McChord Library to get started! Tech help is offered Mondays at 3 p.m., Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and Fridays at 2 p.m. Call McChord Library at 253-982-3454 for more information and to make an appointment.
Find fun at Grandstaff & Book Patch libraries Big book sale at Book Patch Help your kiddos fall in love with a good book by browsing our gently used Kids’ Big Book Sale Nov. 5–7 at Book Patch Library. Most are $1 or less, and on Thursday, buy one and get one free! We’ll offer so many at such low prices you won’t be able to pick just one!
Interact with ‘Thankful Pumpkin’ We have a lot to be thankful for and we want to share it with you! We’ll have our “Thankful Pumpkin” displayed in Book Patch all month. Stop by and write what you’re thankful for on one of the pumpkin’s “seeds” and place it into the pocket on our pumpkin! Continued on next page.
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A young member of Book Patch Library’s Mudspots & Robots Boys Club takes on a cobra weave project in September’s activity. The club is open to boys of all ages the third Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. This month, build a marshmallow shooter!
Veterans display of honor Book Patch and Grandstaff invite you to attend the Day of Honor for our veterans Tuesday, Nov. 12, 4–5:30 p.m. Come reflect, support and take part in camaraderie and refreshments as we honor those who are such an important part of our all-services military Family.
Find Tommy, get a prize When you visit Book Patch Library in November, kids ages 3–12 can help us find Find Tommy the Turkey. He hides somewhere in the library to read a book and moves to a new location each night. If you can find him, you’ll win a prize from our treasure box!
Fun clubs for boys & girls Book Patch Library invites you to monthly clubs with fun activities to help build confi-
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dence, creativity and friendships 4–5 p.m.: • SuperGirls Club meets the second Tuesday of the month. Girls ages 7–11 can join us Nov. 12 to create your own custom necklace with a “message in a bottle” — write your own personal message as a reminder of how awesome you are! • Mudspots & Robots Boys Club is open to boys of all ages the third Tuesday of the month. Build your own amazing marshmallow shooter (and try it out) Nov. 19!
Create at BYOU teen girls’ club Spend a girl-fueled power hour of creativity and awesome nosh at the Be Your Own You teen girls’ club 4–5 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month. This month, we’ll meet Nov. 5 to design a bracelet with “mindful beads” to help spread kindness, happiness, love or whatever you choose!
Get STEAMed Ages 6 and older can participate in Grandstaff Library’s free STEAM Makerspace program with science, technology, engineering, arts and math. We meet 4–5 p.m. the first Thursday of the month. Nov. 7, plan to experience K’Nex with kits for all ages — enjoy the fun of building together! Participants can uncover interests by making, producing, solving, creating, collaborating and thinking with projects.
‘Gamers Guild’ for Families Want a night out of free fun? Visit Grandstaff Library the fourth Friday of each month for games! Drop in Nov. 22, 4:30–6 p.m. for Minecraft night co-hosted with Book Patch. We’ll have games to play on gaming stations, crafts and books to check out, plus refreshments!
Learn a new language online Ready to learn a new language? Let Grandstaff Library get you started! Every Monday in November, 10 a.m.–noon, stop by for a demo of the Mango Languages app. Talk with an experienced staff member to answer questions and set up your free account.
Be sure to enter our drawing for free Mango swag!
Joint library activities Build at Lego clubs Calling all master builders! Kids ages 3 and older can get creative at JBLM libraries Lego clubs at 4 p.m. the first Friday of the month (Nov. 1) at McChord Library and the second Friday of the month (Nov. 8) at Book Patch Library. We provide the Lego sets, and you provide the imagination! Registration is required for McChord Library at JBLMlibraries.com starting one week prior, or call 253-982-3454. No registration is needed at Book Patch Library.
Play board games with friends Kids and adults can have a blast playing with an entire collection of board games available at your JBLM libraries. Bring your friends and make new ones as you set up cool games to play after school. Stop by any location to see the impressive game collections. Library staff
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OUR MISSION:
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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.
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Healthy Nutrition
Stress Management
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Exercise Testing
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Participating schools include: Harrison Prep High School, Lakes High School, Mann Middle School, Pioneer Middle School, Rogers High School, Steilacoom High School, Woodbrook Middle School, River Ridge High School, Bethel Middle and Bethel High School. With Madigan’s School Based Health System clinics in 10 area schools, military teenagers with TRICARE Prime insurance can get care in their school clinics one day a week. IT H
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CELEBRATE YOUR FAMILY, LOOK TO YOUR FUTURE Make a Family Strengths Tree with us We all know Veteran’s Day is in November, but did you also know November also honors military Families? This month we show gratitude to our veterans and military Families. How do you show gratitude and give thanks in your own Family? Get crafty with fall activities and learn how to make a Family Strengths Tree — come to FOCUS to learn how! Don’t just get by, get stronger! The FOCUS program works with Families just like yours to teach skills that help you be more successful and make the most of seasonal changes. And, in case you didn’t know, FOCUS is also offered through secure video teleconference sessions for Families that aren’t able to come to our office. We call it TeleFOCUS! FOCUS is located at 2013B N. 3rd St. (at Pendleton Avenue) in Room 331. Call 253-966-6390 for more information, or email JBLM@focusproject.org. You may also visit online at FocusProject.org or fb.com/FOCUSresiliencytraining.
Celebrate Education Week at fair You’re invited to attend the celebration of American Education Week at the Stone Education Center Education Fair Thursday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stone Education Center, in partnership with the Service Member and Family Assistance Center, is hosting the fair. More than 30 schools and support agencies
from across the country will be on hand to answer questions about their programs and services. Learn about education programs, colleges, universities, training opportunities and more. Find out about professional development, prepare for your next career and speak with representatives from local-area universities, online colleges and technical schools. For more information or to register to attend this free event, visit JBLM-education-fairs. eventbrite.com. Stone Ed is at 6242 Colorado Ave., Lewis Main. For more information, call 253-967-7295 or 253-967-2208.
Attend social event for Fallen Heroes’ Memorial Tree Survivor Outreach Services invites Survivors and their Families to drop by Waller Hall Saturday, Nov. 30, 2–5 p.m. for a social potluck and tree-decorating event. Bring your loved one’s picture (passport size) and information for an ornament on our Christmas tree, plus your favorite holiday dish for the potluck. We’ll also have a photo booth and cookie exchange! It’s a good time to socialize with other Families, knowing that after you leave, the completed tree will be on display at Waller Hall for everyone to see. Register for this event at fallen-heroes-memorial-tree-decorating. eventbrite.com. If you have any questions, call us at 253-966-5047. JBLMmwr.com
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253-967-7166 or visit JBLMdpfr.timetap.com. For details, call the number listed, visit the event calendar at JBLMmwr.com or “like” us at fb.com/JBLMdpfr.
DPFR classes and events are free — take advantage of as many as you can! For more classes and briefings, call us at
Event
Date
For details
Overseas Briefing
Mondays
253-967-6338/2590
Career Skills Brief
Mondays
253-966-8116
Toddler Play Group
Tuesdays
253-967-5901
Toddler Mindfulness
First & third Tuesdays
253-967-5901
Talk and Play
Wednesdays
253-967-5901
Hawk Hiring & Career Events
Wednesdays & Fridays
253-967-5599
Baby Play Group
Thursdays
253-967-5901
Annual Education Fair
Thursday, Nov. 14
253-967-2208
CARE Team Training (evening)
Monday, Nov. 18
253-967-3397
SFRG Funds Custodian (evening)
Tuesday, Nov. 19
253-967-3397
JBLM Newcomers Orientation
Tuesday, Nov. 19
253-967-2590
Soldier & Family Readiness Liaison Training
Wednesday, Nov. 20
253-967-3397
Reentry Briefing
Nov. 21 & Dec. 5
253-967-3633/2590
Preretirement Briefing
Thursday, Nov. 21
253-966-5883
Rest & Renew: Gratitude Journals
Thursday, Nov. 21
253-966-8657
LinkedIn 360
Thursday, Nov. 21
253-477-9675
JBLM Fallen Heroes Tree Decorating Party
Saturday, Nov. 30
253-967-5047
Hawaii Briefing
Tuesday, Dec. 3
253-967-6338/2590
Smooth Move Workshop
Tuesday, Dec. 3
253-967-3628
What to Expect Before Marriage
Dec. 3 & 5
253-967-5901
Mindfulness Parenting
Dec. 3, 5, 10 & 12
253-967-5901
Alaska Briefing
Monday, Dec. 9
253-967-6338/2590
AFFTB Military Knowledge
Dec. 10 & 11
253-967-3659
Crossroads of Parenting & Divorce
Wednesday, Dec. 11
253-967-5901
Financially Fit
Wednesday, Dec. 11
253-967-1453
USCIS
Wednesday, Dec. 11
253-967-3633
The Complete Federal Résumé
Thursday, Dec. 12
253-477-9675
Camp Lewis Cemetery Wreaths Across America
Saturday, Dec. 14
253-967-5901
Questions on classes and briefings? Call 253-967-7166 or visit JBLMdpfr.timetap.com. For more details, call the phone number listed or “like” us on Facebook.
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