MWR FORT RILEY SPRING GUIDE

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• MARCH CALENDAR

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• APRIL CALENDAR

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• MAY CALENDAR

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• SPOTLIGHT

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• ENTERTAINMENT + FUN

MARKETING MANAGER Heather Wilburn

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• RECREATION + LEISURE

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Chris Dumler Tanya Gonzalez

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• CYSS + FAMILY LIFE

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• PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

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• MAPS + DIRECTORY

FAMILY AND MWR HEADQUARTERS 253 Cameron Avenue Fort Riley, KS 66442 785-239-3467 DIRECTOR OF FAMILY AND MWR David N. Roudybush Produced by Family and MWR Marketing:

MARKETING ASSISTANT Megan Rutledge COMMERCIAL SPONSORSHIP COORDINATOR Meredith Storm To advertise in this quarterly publication, contact the commercial sponsorship coordinator at 785-239-8161.

The Family and MWR Guide is an authorized, official quarterly magazine for Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation activities within Fort Riley. Contents are not necessarily the official views of or endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Fort Riley Command. Printed circulation is 11,000. The appearance of advertising in this publication does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army or the Fort Riley Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor on the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity is confirmed, Family and MWR shall refuse to accept advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. The information in this issue is current at time of publication. Activities and events are subject to change. For confirmation, please call the host facility or program. Fort Riley Family and MWR • riley.armymwr.com

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ADVERTISERS PAGE USAA 2 Upper Iowa University 16 Sprint 17 KSU Global Campus 19 Manhattan CVB 22 Fort Riley Spouses Club 22 GEICO 23 IHG Army Hotels 25 AA Storage 26 Commissary 26 Central Michigan University 28 Exchange 28 Rolling Hills Zoo 30 Little Apple Toyota Honda 33 Irwin Army Community Hospital 44 Spring 2016 • The Guide • 3


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Pay Day 04 Scramble

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It’s time to get into the swing of things! Grab your golf bag and head to Custer Hill Golf Course Friday, March 4 for the Pay Day Scramble. Play begins at 1 p.m., with registration starting at 11:30 a.m. Registration is under way now and costs $40 per player, which includes greens fees, cart rental and meal. Mulligans are available at four for $10 and come with two drink tickets and two prize drawing tickets. Spaces for this four-person scramble will fill up fast; the field is limited, so register today to guarantee your team’s participation. Custer Hill Golf Course is located at 5202 Normandy Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 784-6000.

March calendar 01 Lunch Time Pool League begins • 11:45am-12:45pm • Warrior Zone • $10 • Eight-week league runs through April 26 (except March 15) 02-31 Green Pin Bowling • Custer Hill Bowling Center • Bowl a strike with a green pin, win a prize from the pot of gold! 04 Pay Day Scramble • 1pm, registration at 11:30am • Custer Hill Golf Course • $40 registration fee • 4-person scramble • $10 mulligans 04 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 05-06 Central U.S. Military Basketball Conference League • King Field House • Fort Riley hosts teams from two other installations for league play 05 Youth Hiring and Education Fair •10am-1pm • Teen Center • Open to youth ages 14-21 • Meet with employers and educational institutes 05 Winner’s Circle Bingo • 3:30pm, doors open at 1:30pm • Rally Point • Buy-ins start at $12 • Redeem Winner’s Circle and Good Neighbor tickets 05 Parents’ Night Out • 6-11pm • CYSS Saturday-night child care! • Flat rate of $20 per child • Reserve by March 2 by calling (785) 239-9885 05 Glow Bingo: PotLuck of Gold • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $15 admission • Glow bingo with an Irish theme • Costumes encouraged! 06 Family Bingo: Dr. Seuss Day • 2pm, doors at 12:30pm • Rally Point • Adults $12, kids $7 • Adults win cash, kids win prizes! • Costumes encouraged 08 Community Life Basketball League begins • Whitside Fitness Center • Open to DoD ID card holders 18+ • $150 per team • Register by March 1 09 Community Life Flag Football League begins • Long Fitness Center

Month of March Green Pin Bowling

Saint Patrick’s Day is on a Thursday ... but who wants to celebrate just one day? Instead, check out the Green Pin Bowling Special running all March long at Custer Hill Bowling Center. During the month of March, if you get a strike with a green pin you can draw prizes from the pot of gold. We’ll also be running food and drink specials and lots more. It’s no blarney: You’re going to have a great time! Custer Hill Bowling Center is located at 7485 Normandy Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 239-4366.

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• Open to DoD ID card holders 18+ • $150 per team • Register by March 1 11-20 Spring Break Golf Special • Custer Hill Golf Course • $10 for ages 18-under, K-State students and active-duty E4-below 11 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 11 Youth Dance • 8-10:30pm • Teen Center • Open to MST members and their guests • $1 for members, $2 for guests 12 Get Lucky Fun Run • 10am • Fort Riley Main Exchange • Family-friendly fun run • On-site registration at 9am • Costume contest 12 Night Flyer Shoot • Dusk • Skeet and Trap Range • $25, ammo not included • 4 rounds of skeet • Register by March 10 12 Library Movie Night: Minions • 6:30pm • Fort Riley Post Library • Enjoy family fun and a free movie ... popcorn included! 13 March Madness Pop a Shot Competition begins • Warrior Zone • Rack up baskets in 60 seconds •Winner announced at NCAA Championship 16-20 Spring Break Bowling • 1-6pm each day • Custer Hill Bowling Center • Kids 12-under: $5 for 2 games with shoes • $2.95 kids meals

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Youth Hiring and Education Fair

It’s not too early to start thinking about summer jobs, and youth ages 14-21 will have the chance to visit with potential employers and volunteer organizations during the Youth Hiring and Education Fair Saturday, March 5. Presented by the Employment Readiness Program at Army Community Service, the fair is open to all youth seeking employment; no DoD ID is required. The hiring fair will run from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Fort Riley CYSS Teen Center, located at 5800 Thomas Avenue. For more information, call ACS at (785) 239-9435.

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Night Flyer Shoot

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Like playing bingo on the weekends? Like to win cash? What about having the chance to win again just for being a winner? Then Winner’s Circle Bingo is the place to be Saturday, March 5. Play bingo at Rally Point during any regular bingo session. If you win, you not only win your cash prize for that game but you also receive an invite for the following month’s $1,199 Winner’s Circle game held during Winner’s Circle Bingo. You can also redeem your Good Neighbor passes for a special $500 game. If you’re not a winner yet, fear not: Winner’s Circle Bingo is open to all guests ages 14 and older and is packed with fun, and regular games are open to all to win. Buy-ins start at $12, and doors open at 1:30 p.m. The bingo session starts at 3:30 p.m. Winner’s Circle Bingo is held monthly; additional sessions are scheduled for April 2 and May 7. Rally Point is located at 2600 Trooper Drive. For more information, call (785) 375-3260 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

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Shooting clays under the lights is a sight to see! Shoot target clays with the occasional prize clay mixed in for fun during the Night Flyer Shoot Saturday, March 12 at the Skeet and Trap Range. Shoot starts at dusk. The shoot consists of four rounds of skeet for just $25, ammunition not included. Advance registration is required by March 10. Personal firearms are allowed, and must be registered on post prior to the event. Purchase ammo at the range or bring your own; must use house ammo in rental firearms. Participants must be age 12 or older; ages 12-18 must have parent or guardian present. The Fort Riley Skeet and Trap Range is located at Range 34 on Vinton School Road. For more information, call (785) 239-9058 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

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18 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 18 Youth Basketball • 8-10:30pm • Youth Center • Open to MST members and their guests • $1 for players, $2 for spectators 19 Saint Patrick’s Day Scramble • 9am • Custer Hill Golf Course • $30, includes greens fee and cart rental • 2-person scramble 19 Easter Party • 1-3pm • Fort Riley Post Library

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Dueling Pianos

Get ready for a high-energy, rock ‘n’ roll comedy piano show, because Dueling Pianos is back at Rally Point! With Dueling Pianos, the audience is just as much a part of the show as the entertainers; you make the requests, bribe the pianists to play your song, or pay them to end a song you hate. It’s cutthroat piano, and it’s so much fun. Best of all, you name your own song, any song –there’s not just a limited list to choose from. The show kicks off at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 26. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale soon and will cost $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Tickets will be available at Rally Point and the Leisure Travel Center, or skip the lines and buy online via our WebTrac system at riley.armymwr.com. For more information, call (785) 239-6398 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

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Don’t spend another night in front of the TV – go bowling! Teen Night at Custer Hill Bowling Center is set for Friday, March 19 from 6-9 p.m. For youth ages 16-under, pay just $10 for unlimited bowling from 6-9 p.m., shoes, and a small one-topping pizza. Teen Night at Custer Hill Bowling Center gives youth a fun, safe place to hang out with their friends and have a great time! Additional Teen Night dates include April 23 and May 21. Custer Hill Bowling Center is located at 7485 Normandy Drive. For more information, visit riley. armymwr.com or call (785) 239-4366. 6 • The Guide • Spring 2016

• Enjoy an Easter egg hunt and photos with the Easter Bunny • Bring a camera! 19 Teen Night • 6-9pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • Ages 16-under • $10 • Unlimited bowling with shoes • Small 1-topping pizza 20 Parent and Child Craft Class • 1-4pm • Arts and Crafts Center • Project: Bunnies or cross • Advance registration required 21 Registration opens for CYSS Youth Sports Baseball Camp • Open to boys and girls ages 5-18 • $10 • Camp runs May 1-3 22 Intramural Soccer League begins • Long Fitness Center • Open to company-level teams of active-duty Soldiers • Register by March 15 22 Intramural Volleyball League begins • Whitside Fitness Center • Open to company-level teams of active-duty Soldiers • Register by March 15 24 Garrison Bowling Day • 4-7pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • $8 covers unlimited bowling from 4-7pm and shoes • Open to all! 24 Waffle Challenge • 6pm • Warrior Zone • It’s National Waffle Day! • Waffle eating contest + construction challenge 25 Noches Latinas • 8pm, doors at 7pm • Rally Point • $5 • Open to the public 18+ • DJ Marcos spins the best Latin music 26 Zorb Ball Bubble Soccer Tournament • 10am • Whitside Fitness Center • Play soccer while wearing a giant plastic bubble! • $10 per person 26 Easter Egg Hunt • 11am-1pm • Riley’s Conference Center • Egg hunts for 5 different age groups • Easter Bunny, family fun and more 26 CYSS Youth Sports Family Basketball • 11am-1pm • Teen Center • Family fun that’s open to all ages • Free! • Register through March 23 26 Dueling Pianos • 8pm, doors at 7pm • Rally Point • $12 in advance, $15 at the door • Comedy piano fun! • Ages 18+ 27 Easter Brunch • 10am-1pm • Riley Conference Center • $14.95 for adults • $7.95 for children 5-11 • Free for children 4-under 27 Adult Craft Class • 1:30-4:30pm • Arts and Crafts Center • Project: Canvas Painting • Advance registration required 28 Registration opens for CYSS Youth Sports Spring Season • T-ball, baseball and softball • Registration ends May 6 31 Bad Bowlers League begins • 6-9pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • $20 per week • 3-game format with shoes • Runs through May 5

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27 Easter Brunch

Make reservations today for an elegant Easter Brunch at Riley’s Conference Center. From 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, March 27, dine on a delicious array of breakfast favorites, lunch classics and decadent desserts. Brunch costs $14.95 for adults and $7.95 for children ages 5-11, and is free for children 4 and younger. Reservations are recommended. Riley’s Conference Center is located at 446 Seitz Drive. For information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 784-1000.

Hit the links for spring break! From Friday, March 11-Sunday, March 20, the Spring Break Special at Custer Hill Golf Course lets youth ages 18 and under golf for just $10, including greens fees and cart rental. This pricing is also available for Kansas State University students and active-duty military E4 and below. All other golfers pay $15. Custer Hill Golf Course is located at 5202 Normandy Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 784-6000.

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At Custer Hill Bowling Center, Spring Break Bowling runs from Wednesday, March 16-Sunday, March 20. From 1-6 p.m. each day, kids 12 and under bowl two games for just $5, shoes included – a savings of $2 over regular pricing. Kids meals are just $2.95, a discount of $1. Custer Hill Bowling Center is located at 7485 Normandy Drive. For information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 239-4366.

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Hop on over to Riley’s Conference Center for Family and MWR’s annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 26! The fun starts at 11 a.m. We’ve got Easter egg hunts for five age groups and lots of family fun activities, including visits with the Easter Bunny, mule wagon rides, inflatables and more! The schedule is set at: • Children 3 and under: 11:30 a.m. • Children ages 4-5: 11:50 a.m. • Children ages 6-8: 12:10 a.m. • Children ages 9-15: 12:40 p.m. • Adults ages 16 and older: 12:50 p.m. No Easter basket? No problem! Buy an Easter egg tote bag for just $2, while supplies last. For information, visit riley.armymwr. com or call (785) 239-8990. Fort Riley Family and MWR • riley.armymwr.com

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April calendar CALENDAR OF EVENTS

01-30 Month of the Military Child • More info on Pages 32-33

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02 Glow Bingo: Grease, the Movie! • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point

• Events and specials all month long • Celebrate military kids! 01 Fort Riley Outdoor Kids Month • Locations and activities across post •Complete activities in a passport and submit to win fun prizes • Get outdoors! 01 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 02 Flag Football Tournament • 9am • Long Fitness Center • Open to DoD ID holders 18+ • $50 per team, free for active-duty teams 02 Winner’s Circle Bingo • 3:30pm, doors at 1:30pm • Rally Point • Buy-ins start at $12 • Redeem Winner’s Circle and Good Neighbor tickets 02 Parents’ Night Out • 6-11pm • CYSS Saturday-night child care! • Flat rate of $20 per child • Reserve by March 30 by calling (785) 239-9885

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Beginner’s Youth League

Get your kids started with a hobby that can last a lifetime – the Beginner’s Youth League at Custer Hill Bowling Center begins Saturday, April 8. This eight week league for youth ages 4-12 runs through May 28 and meets from 10 a.m.noon each Saturday. Participation costs $8 per week and includes a bowling ball at the completion of the eight-week session. Custer Hill Bowling Center is located at 7485 Normandy Drive. For information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 239-4366.

• $15 admission • Dress as your favorite Grease character • Fun drink specials 03 Pin Chasers Adult-Youth Bowling League begins • Custer Hill Bowling Center •6-week league meets Sundays • 12:30-2:30pm • $12 per week 04 NCAA Championship Party • 5-10pm • Warrior Zone • Fun contests, prizes and specials during the NCAA Basketball Championship 05 Women’s Tuesday Coffee League begins • Custer Hill Bowling Center •6-week league meets Tuesdays • 9-11am • 2-person teams • $10 per week 06 Registration opens for Youth Sports Start Smart T-Ball and Lacrosse • Season runs May 24-June 30 • $20 per child • Registration ends May 18 08-09 Dinner Theater • Riley’s Conference Center • Save the date ... details coming soon! 08 Youth Dance • 8-10:30pm • Teen Center • Open to MST members and their guests • $1 for members, $2 for guests

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Glow Bingo: Grease!

Greased lightning! It’s time for Glow Bingo at Rally Point, and this month’s theme is Grease! The Movie. It’s coming Saturday, April 2. Doors open at 6 p.m. and bingo starts at 7 p.m. Don’t miss glow-in-the-dark bingo fun with a 50s twist. We’ve got cash prizes, drink specials, minute to win it games and lots more. Costumes are encouraged. Admission costs just $15 and includes bingo package and glow novelties. Glow Bingo is open to DoD ID card holders and their guests ages 14 and older. Rally Point is located at 2600 Trooper Drive. For more information, call (785) 375-3260 or visit riley. armymwr.com. 8 • The Guide • Spring 2016

09 Custer Hill Master’s Tournament • 9am • Custer Hill Golf Course • Registration at 8am • $40 • Play as a Par 3 course for 18 holes 09 Zorb Ball Bubble Soccer Tournament • 10am • Whitside Fitness Center • Play soccer while wearing a giant plastic bubble! • $10 per person 09 Beginner’s Youth Bowling League Begins • Custer Hill Bowling Center • 8-week league meets Saturdays• 10am-noon • Ages 4-12 • $8 per week 09 New Beer’s Eve Bowling + Beer Tasting • 6-8pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • $10 covers 2 games of bowling, shoes included, and a beer tasting 09 Movie Night: Paddington • 6:30pm • Fort Riley Post Library • Enjoy family fun and a free movie ... popcorn included! 09 Lip Sync War • Rally Point • Details coming soon! • Battle for lip sync supremacy • Rock your favorite song on stage, lip sync style 10 Family Bingo: PGA Part-Tee • 2pm, doors open at 12:30pm • Rally Point • Adults $12, kids $7 • Great family fun • Celebrate the PGA’s 100th birthday!

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April 1-May 14, Fort Riley youth are invited to set aside the video games and experience the wonders of the natural world. During Fort Riley Outdoor Kids Month, participants will pick up their passports at the Outdoor Recreation Center, choose five or more activities from those listed, and accomplish those activities as a family. Completed passports are turned in for a chance to win awesome prizes – including a special prize for the youth with the most completed passport activities. Prizes will be awarded at the Fort Riley Marina’s Fun in the Sun event Saturday, May 14. The Outdoor Recreation Center is located at 1806 Buffalo Soldier Drive. For more information, visit riley. armymwr.com or call (785) 239-2363.

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New Beer’s Eve Bowling

On this date in 1933, Congress repealed prohibition – now that calls for a party! Celebrate the 83rd anniversary of legal imbibing with New Beer’s Eve Beer Tasting and Bowling from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at Custer Hill Bowling Center. For just $10, enjoy two games of bowling, shoes included, and a beer tasting for guests ages 21 and older. It’s a delicious way to spend an evening. Custer Hill Bowling Center is located at 7485 Normandy Drive. For information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 2394366.

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Zorb Ball Bubble Soccer

Playing soccer in a giant plastic bubble? Awesome! Join Outdoor Recreation at Whitside Fitness Center at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 9 for a Zorb Ball Bubble Soccer Tournament. The tournament is open to players ages 18 and older. Teams consist of five players; register as a team, or as a free agent and we’ll pair you with other players to make a team. Registration costs $10 per person, and advance registration and payment are required at the Outdoor Recreation Center. Whitside Fitness Center is located at 684 Huebner Road. For more information, call (785) 239-2363 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

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Cocktails & Canvases

April calendar 15 Pay Day Scramble • 1pm, registration at 11:30am • Custer Hill Golf Course • $40 registration fee • 4-person scramble • $10 mulligans 15 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 15 Youth Basketball • 8-10:30pm • Youth Center • Open to MST members and their guests • $1 for players, $2 for spectators 16 Kickball Tournament • 10am • Sacco Sports Complex • Open to DoD ID card holders 18+ • $50 per team, free for active-duty teams 16 High Stakes Prize Poker • 2pm • Warrior Zone • $20 buy-in • Play poker for awesome prizes • Open to players ages 18+ 16 Designer Bingo • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point •$15 admission • Play for amazing handbags and other designer prizes

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Social painting is a hit – and Fort Riley has it! Rally Point will host Cocktails and Canvases Friday, April 1. Additional sessions will be held April 15 and April 22. Admission costs $25 per person and includes all necessary painting supplies, professional art instruction and a beverage. Take home a work of art that’s all you! Purchase tickets online at webtrac.mwr.army. mil/webtrac103/rileyrectrac.html. Check the calendars in this publication for March and May dates, as well. Rally Point is located at 2600 Trooper Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 375-3260.

17 Character Breakfast • Riley’s Conference Center • Details coming soon! • Enjoy breakfast with your favorite comic book heroes and Disney princesses 17 Parent and Child Craft Class • 1-4pm • Arts and Crafts Center • Project: Flower Pot Painting • Advance registration required 19+23 Kansas Safe Boaters Course • 5:30-9:30pm + 8am-noon • Outdoor Rec • $5 • Advance registration required • Required to rent a motorized boat 21 Garrison Bowling Day • 4-7pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • $8 covers 3 hours of unlimited bowling and shoes • Open to all! 21+23 Kansas Safe Boaters Course • 5:30-9:30pm + 1-5pm • Outdoor Rec • $5 • Advance registration required • Required to rent a motorized boat 22 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 23 Kids’ Fishing Day • noon-4pm • Moon Lake

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Derby Days

The Fort Riley Post Library is celebrating the Kentucky Derby, and you’re invited to Derby Days from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, April 23! Don’t miss an appearance by the Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard. Wear your best decorated hat and derby gear for photo opportunities and chances to win great prizes! The Fort Riley Post Library is located at 5306 Hood Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 239-5305. 10 • The Guide • Spring 2016

• Free fishing for children 15-under • Poles, bait and snacks provided 23 Derby Days • 1-3pm • Fort Riley Post Library • See the Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard • Kentucky Derby theme 23 Fido’s Field Day: Fun Run and Pet Party • 10am-2pm • Fort Riley Main Exchange • Bring out your best friend for a dog fun run and festival • Registration at 9am 23 Teen Night • 6-9pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • Ages 16-under • $10 • Unlimited bowling with shoes • Small 1-topping pizza 24 Kidsfest • noon-3pm • Riley’s Conference Center • Free family fun to celebrate Month of the Military Child • Details on Page 33 24 Adult Craft Class • 1:30-4:30pm • Arts and Crafts Center • Project: Flower Pot • Advance registration required 29 Noches Latinas • 8pm, doors at 7pm • Rally Point • $5 • Open to the public 18+ • DJ Marcos spins the best Latin music 30 Diva Dash + Stiletto Sprint • 10am • Warrior Zone • Tutus, boas and tiaras are the dress code for this fun run! • Info coming soon

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Kickball Tournament

Ready, set, kickball! Dust off the skills you haven’t used since middle school, because it’s time to hit the field for the Kickball Tournament. Set for 10 a.m. Saturday, April 16 at Sacco Sports Complex, the Kickball Tournament is open to DoD ID card holders ages 18 and older. Registration is free for active-duty teams and costs $50 per team for all others. The registration deadline is April 14. Sacco Sports Complex is located on McCormick Road. For more information, call (785) 239-2813 or visit riley.armymwr.com. Fort Riley Family and MWR • riley.armymwr.com

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site registration begins at 11:30 a.m. The event is a joint venture between Outdoor Recreation, the Fort Riley Outdoorsmen Group, DPW Environmental, DES and the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism. Moon Lake is located off Pistol Range Road on Fort Riley. For more information, call (785) 239-2363 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

Designer Bingo

You spend all day taking care of others; now it’s time to take care of you. Join us at Rally Point for Designer Bingo Saturday, April 16 and be part of a fun girls’ night out and a chance to win gorgeous handbags and other designer prizes. Treat yourself! Doors open at 6 p.m. and bingo starts at 7 p.m. Admission costs just $15 – where else can you take home designer goods for just $15? Last time around, we featured purses and accessories by Michael Kors and Coach. What will we have this time? You’ll have to play to find out! Designer Bingo is open to DoD ID card holders ages 14 and older, and their guests. Rally Point is located at 2600 Trooper Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 375-3260.

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Fort Riley’s Kids’ Fishing Day is back! Bring the whole family out for some fishing fun Saturday, April 23 from noon-4 p.m. at Moon Lake. Kids 15 and under fish for free. Loaner rods and reels are provided for those who don’t have their own. Fishing bait, tackle and snacks are all provided as well! Ages 16 and up are welcome to fish, but are required to have a Kansas Fishing License. On-

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Cinco de Patio

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Warrior Zone, and join us from 5-9 p.m. Thursday, May 5 for Cinco de Patio! Take part in this Warrior Zone tradition and enjoy Mexican food, margaritas, and lots of great fun and games – including a hot pepper eating contest, tortilla toss, a pinata and lots more. The Warrior Zone is open to guests 18 and older and is located at 7867 Normandy Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or facebook. com/rileybosswz, or call (785) 240-6618.

May calendar 01-31 National Military Appreciation Month • May is National Military Appreciation Month • Specials across post! 02 Intramural Softball League begins • Sacco Sports Complex • Open to company-level teams of active-duty Soldiers • Register by April 21 03+17 Woodshop Safety Class • 6:30pm • Arts and Crafts Center • $10 • Safety course required to use woodshop area of Arts and Crafts 04 Community Life Mens + Womens Softball Leagues begin • Sacco Complex • Open to DoD ID holders 18+ • $150 per team • Register by April 26 05 Pay Day Scramble • 1pm, registration at 11:30am • Custer Hill Golf Course • $40 registration fee • 4-person scramble • $10 mulligans 05 USD 475 Appreciation Night • 5-8pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • $8 covers unlimited bowling from 5-8pm, plus shoes • Fiesta food specials 05 Cinco de Patio • 5-9pm • Warrior Zone •Awesome Mexican food • Margaritas • Pepper eating challenge and more! 06 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 07 Spring Fling Softball Tournament • 9am • Sacco Sports Complex • Open to DoD ID holders 18+ • $50 per team, free for active-duty teams 07 Run for the Fallen • 9:11am, registration at 8am • Riley’s Conference Center • Memorial run honors our fallen heroes • 2- and 4-mile course options 07 Winner’s Circle Bingo • 3:30pm, doors at 1:30pm • Rally Point • Buy-ins start at $12 • Redeem Winner’s Circle and Good Neighbor tickets 07 Parents’ Night Out • 6-11pm • CYSS Saturday-night child care! • Flat rate of $20 per child • Reserve by May 5 by calling (785) 239-9885 08 Mother’s Day Brunch • 10am-1pm • Riley’s Conference Center

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Mother’s Day Brunch

This year, celebrate Mom with an amazing brunch experience at Riley’s Conference Center. Sure, you could do breakfast in bed – again – but why not give her something she’ll really enjoy? Brunch at Riley’s lets Mom enjoy her favorite breakfast and lunch options, along with to-die-for desserts. We’ll even do the dishes! Mother’s Day Brunch is set for Sunday, May 8. Seatings run from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Brunch costs $14.95 for adults and $7.95 for children ages 5-11, and is free for children 4 and younger. Reservations are highly recommended. Riley’s Conference Center is located at 446 SeitzDrive. For information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 784-1000.

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• $14.95 for adults • $7.95 for children 5-11 • Free for children 4-under 09+16 Matting and Framing Class • 6pm • Arts and Crafts Center • Learn to do it yourself! • $10 per student • Advance registration required 12 Garrison Bowling Day • 4-7pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • $8 covers 3 hours of unlimited bowling and shoes • Open to all! 13 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 13 Youth Dance • 8-10:30pm • Teen Center • Open to MST members and their guests • $1 for members, $2 for guests 14 Spring Craft Market • 8am-4pm • Rally Point Field • Vendors selling crafts and other handmade goods • Free admission 14 Fun in the Sun • 10am-3pm • Fort Riley Marina • Check out the marina! • Free food, boat rides, kayak and canoe usage 14 Movie Night: Pixels • 6:30pm • Fort Riley Post Library • Enjoy family fun and a free movie ... popcorn included!

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Participants will receive memorial dog tags in remembrance of our nation’s fallen heroes, while supplies last. For more information on Run for the Fallen, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 239-2616.

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Garrison Bowling Day

Get to know your fellow Garrison employees – and have a great time doing it – during Garrison Bowling Day at Custer Hill Bowling Center. From 4-7 p.m. Thursday, May 12, enjoy a fun activity with co-workers, or just get in some leisure time. Just $8 covers two games and shoes. We’ll have great food specials, too! Don’t miss Garrison Bowling Days on March 24 and April 21, as well. Custer Hill Bowling Center is located at 7485 Normandy Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 239-4366. Fort Riley Family and MWR • riley.armymwr.com

Fun in the Sun

The weather is warming up, days are getting longer, and it’s time for some Fun in the Sun! Join the Fort Riley Marina for Fun in the Sun from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 14 and check out all the marina has to offer. Take advantage of free water craft rides, free canoe and kayak usage, inflatable playstations and even free food, too! The Fort Riley Marina opens for the season April 22 and offers more than 20 rental water crafts, primitive camping and so much more. Come check it out during Fun in the Sun. The Fort Riley Marina is located at 7112 Highway 82 on Milford Lake. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 239-2363.

FORT RILEY FAMILY AND MWR

Honor the memory of our fallen heroes during Run for the Fallen, Fort Riley’s annual remembrance run, set for Saturday, May 7 at Riley’s Conference Center. Registration for Run for the Fallen is free and open to the public. All are invited to take part in this memorial event. On-site registration will begin at 8 a.m. Prerace ceremonies kick off at 9 a.m. This run offers two course options: Choose your path from 2and 4-mile courses. The 4-mile run starts at 9:11 a.m. and the 2-mile run begins shortly thereafter.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Family Ziplining Adventure

FORT RILEY FAMILY AND MWR

Are you looking for family fun that’s outside the ordinary? Check out Outdoor R e c r e a t i o n’s Family Ziplining Adventure Saturday, May 21! Our Outdoor Recreation is heading to the Wildwood Outdoor Adventure Park, and you’re invited, too! Don’t miss this chance to take on seven ziplines and a free-fall finale, all for just $65 per person. Participants must meet the 65- to 275-pound weight requirement. Advance registration is required at the Outdoor Recreation Center. The Outdoor Recreation Center is located at 1806 Buffalo Soldier Drive. For information, call (785) 239-2363 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

May calendar 14 Glow Bingo: May the Fourteenth Be With You • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $15 admission • Bingo with a Star Wars theme! • Costumes encouraged 15 Parent and Child Craft Class • 1-4pm • Arts and Crafts Center • Project: Coaster for Dad • Advance registration required 20 Who Wants to Be a Millionaire Bingo • Rally Point • Details coming soon! • A fun twist on our regular bingo program 20 Youth Basketball • 8-10:30pm • Teen Center • Open to MST members and their guests • $1 for players, $2 for spectators 21 Family Ziplining Adventure • Register at Outdoor Recreation Center • 7 zip lines and a free fall! • $65 per person • Advance registration required 21 Custer’s Challenge • 10am • Moon Lake Tackle a 3-mile course and 12 obstacles • Registration costs $35 21 Mother & Son Dance • Riley’s Conference Center • $15 per mother-son pair, $5 per additional child • Details coming soon! 21 Teen Night • 6-9pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • Ages 16-under • $10 • Unlimited bowling with shoes • Small 1-topping pizza 21 Cocktails and Canvases: Parent + Child • Rally Point • Details coming soon! • Parents and kids create a masterpeice together • Make art ... and memories! 22 Adult Craft Class • 1:30pm • Arts and Crafts Center

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Family Bingo: Passport to Fun

• Project: Card making • Advance registration required 22 Family Bingo: Passport to Fun • 2pm, doors at 12:30pm • Rally Point • Adults $12, kids $7 • Win awesome prizes perfect for summer vacation 23 Open registration begins for CYSS Fall 2016 Part Day Preschool • For enrollment info, call CYSS Parent Central Services at (785) 239-9885 27 Cocktails and Canvases • 7pm, doors at 6pm • Rally Point • $25 admission covers painting supplies, instruction and a drink ticket 28 Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party • 1-3pm • Fort Riley Post Library • Kick off the Summer Reading Program with a bang! • Lots of family fun ONGOING Safety Orientation and Lift Training • Thursday, 6pm • Sunday, 1pm • Safety course required to use bays and lifts at Auto Skills Center

Summer vacation is just around the corner, and Rally Point has just what you need to make it awesome. Don’t miss Family Bingo: Passport to Fun Sunday, May 22. Admission costs $12 for adults and $7 for kids. Adults win cash, and kids win awesome prizes like gaming systems, cool toys and more. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 2 p.m. Costumes encouraged! Rally Point is located at 2600 Trooper Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 375-3260.

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ONGOING Bingo • Tuesday-Thursday • 7pm, doors at 5pm • Rally Point • Buy-ins start at $10 • Open to DoD ID card holders and their guests ages 16+ ONGOING Extreme Bowling • Saturday, 6pm-midnight • Custer Hill Bowling Center • Glow-in-the-dark bowling fun for all ages • Adults: $9, Kids: $7 ONGOING Introductory Sport Shooting • Skeet and Trap Range • Rental firearm, ammo, ear and eye protection included • Call for appointment ONGOING Family Fun Day • Sunday, noon-6pm • Custer Hill Bowling Center • $35 per lane includes unlimited bowling for up to 6, one large 2-topping pizza ONGOING Pool Tournaments • 1st + 3rd Thursdays • 7pm • Warrior Zone • Open to DoD ID card holders and their guests ages 18+ • Win great prizes!

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Start a new family tradition, and join Riley’s Conference Center for our first-ever Mother & Son Dance Saturday, May 21. Details are still in the works, but we’re going to have a great time. The afternoon will include dancing and fun, as well as light snacks. Admission costs $15 per mother-son pair, and $5 for each additional child. Reservations are highly recommended. Ticket information is coming soon! Riley’s Conference Center is located at 446 Seitz Drive. For information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 784-1000.

21 Custer’s Challenge Think you’re tough enough to take on Custer’s Challenge? Prove it! Try your hand at conquering Fort Riley’s second annual obstacle course Saturday, May 21 at Moon Lake. The race starts at 10 a.m., and will be conducted in several heats; heats will run every 10 minutes throughout the morning. The 3- to 4-mile course will consist of obstacles ranging in difficulty level. Bring your friends out and race with or against each other! Advance registration costs $35 and runs through May 20. Sameday registration costs $45. Registration fees cover a participant’s course entry and a finisher medal. Moon Lake is located off Pistol Range Road on Fort Riley. For more information, call (785) 2393146 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Stop the summer bummers early! Sign up for the 2016 Summer Reading Program during the library’s fabulous Summer Reading Kickoff Party from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, May 28. Enjoy hot dogs, dancing, a dunk tank and a bounce house and then stick around for movie night! During the Summer Reading Program, youth read for points and prizes, but most of all read for fun. This year’s theme is Read – For the Win! The Fort Riley Post Library is located at 5306 Hood Drive. For more information, call (785) 239-5305 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

SPOTLIGHT ON ...

Family and MWR Employees of the Month

NICOLE BUSE September Employee of the Month In addition to performing her regular training duties as the opening manager at Warren East CDC, Nicole assisted the School Age Center with some of their training needs as they prepared for the Council on Accreditation endorser visit. During this period where all of Child, Youth and School Services is short staffed and everyone is asked to wear multiple hats, Nicole’s achievements can only be categorized as truly outstanding.

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DIANA MCGEE October Employee of the Month In addition to her regular duties of managing day-to-day operations at Habanero, Diana stepped in to take on several additional responsibilities with the Buisiness Operations Division. Diana took the lead on the BOD booth at Fall Apple Days, and also took on the Leadership Development Series for BOD. She is always there when you need her. Diana represents the epitome of a team player and her attitude is infectious.

JUSTINA KANZ November Employee of the Month In her role as Family Child Care director, Justina accepted numerous responsibilities above and beyond her assigned duties. She acted as management on site at Whitside North CDC on a regular basis and supported both the Warren CDC and the Forsyth CDC during days of critical staff shortages. Justina accepted the duties of administrataive oversight of the CYSS background check process for volunteers, one of the biggest challenges within CYSS.

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Grantham University

MEREDITH STORM Commercial Sponsorship and Advertising Coordinator Established 65 years ago, Grantham University is one of the oldest accredited, private, degree-granting distance education universities in the United States. According to their website, the institution’s purpose is to serve those who serve and those who want to make a difference. Grantham University does so by establishing a level playing field in education for adult learners. Grantham came to Kansas City as a brick and mortar location in 2005 and began working in 2014 to support Family and MWR and the Fort Riley community. Over the past two years, Grantham has invested more than $40,000 into events and programs on the installation, which helps support all Soldiers and their family members on Fort Riley, and not only those enrolled in the university. If you would like to know more about Grantham University and what programs are offered by the institution voted “Most Military Friendly School” by G.I Jobs for five consecutive years, visit grantham.edu/Kansas. *Sponsorship and advertising do not imply endorsement.

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SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT

SPOTLIGHT ON ...

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ENTERTAINMENT + FUN

KEEPING SCORE

Upcoming Leagues Bad Bowlers League

New on-lane entertainment system offers enhanced scoring options at bowling center A recent high-tech upgrade at Custer Hill Bowling Center gives customers more options: more control, more types of games and more fun than ever. It’s time to welcome the QubicaAMF BES X to Fort Riley, and say hello to the world’s only bowler entertainment system. The most innovative scoring system on the market today, the BES X offers the largest selection of on-demand environments, games and game formats. Choose from 18 scoring environments – and with the YouToons feature, you can even make yourself part of the action! The system also offers 23 different games and more than 1,000 unique animations, all right above your lane. Stop by Custer Hill Bowling Center and test out the new scoring system today. You’re going to love it! Custer Hill Bowling Center is located at 7485 Normandy Drive. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 239-4366.

Spring Break Bowling March 16-March 20 | 1-6pm

Looking for a fun family activity to pass the time during spring break? Head over to Custer Hill Bowling Center for some active fun! Children 12-under pay $5 for two games (shoes included), a savings of $2. Don’t miss $2.95 kids’ meals, too ... that’s $1 off regular pricing!

Pin Chasers Adult-Youth League

> April 3-May 8 | 12:30-2:30pm > Sundays | $12 per week/team This two-person teams is great for families – one adult and one youth per team!

Beginners Youth League

> April 9-May 28 | 10am-noon > Saturdays | $8 per week Beginners league for youth ages 4-12. Weekly fee includes bowling ball at end of eightweek session.

Bowling Specials Wednesday | Dollar Night 6-9pm | $1 games + $1 shoes

Garrison Bowling Days March 24 | April 21 | May 12 | 4-7pm

Geared toward Garrison employees, but open to all! Garrison Bowling Days are a great way to enjoy a fun activity with co-workers and get to know your fellow Garrison employees. Just $8 covers unlimited bowling and shoes ... don’t miss great food specials, too.

Teen Night March 19 | April 23 | May 21 | 6-9pm

Friday|HappyHourBowling

6pm-midnight | $15/lane per hour for unlimited bowling for up to 6 people, shoes not included

Saturday | Extreme Bowling

6pm-midnight | $9/person for 3 hours of bowling, shoes included

Sunday | Family Fun

noon-6pm | $35/lane for unlimited bowling for up to 6 people, shoes included, plus a large 2-topping pizza and 2 pitchers of soda

Teen Night gives youth a fun, safe place to hang out with their friends and have a great time! For youth ages 16-under, pay just $10 for unlimited bowling from 6-9pm, shoes, and a small one-topping pizza. Don’t spend another night in front of the TV – go bowling!

Afternoon Specials Wednesday-Friday

New Beer’s Eve Beer Tasting + Bowling April 9 | 6-8pm

Celebrate the 83rd anniversary of the repeal of prohibition with New Beer’s Eve Beer Tasting + Bowling at Custer Hill Bowling Center! $10 covers two games of bowling, shoes, and a beer tasting for guests ages 21+. It’s a delicious way to spend an evening! 18 • The Guide • Spring 2016

> March 31-May 5 | 6-9pm > Thursdays | $20 per week Bad bowler? No problem! Join this “fun league” and have fun with other bad bowlers! 3-game format, shoes included. Includes bowling ball at end of session.

11am-1pm | $2 games, $2 shoes

Wednesday-Friday

1-6pm | $2.50 games, $2 shoes

Saturday

11am-6pm | $2.50 games, $2 shoes

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Custer Hill Golf Course offers variety of clinics, lessons to help get you into the swing of things

Whether you’re looking to get into golf, continue developing your skills, or dust off some of the moves you haven’t used in a while, Custer Hill Golf Course has just the golf lesson or clinic for you. For beginners, Get Golf ready helps teach you the basic skills and etiquette you need for a day on the fairways. Get Golf Ready Level II is great for intermediate golfers, and private instruction is available for all skill levels. Our golf clinics help those new to the game experience the ultimate enjoyment of golf while learning the fundamentals. Visit the Pro Shop today to learn about the instructional opportunities available! Custer Hill Golf Course is located at 5202 Normandy Drive. For more information, call (785) 784-6000 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

Spring Break Clinic March 16 + March 18 | 1:30-2:15pm

A 45-minute golf lesson great for students, or anyone wanting to improve their game. Take the clinic, then hit the links for our special spring break rates. Maximum of eight participants, minimum of four. $10 per person.

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Driving Range Thursdays Free, 10-minute lunch lesson > 2nd + 4th Thursdays > 11:30am-1pm

Battle Buddy Golf Clinic $10, 45-minute golf lesson > 2nd Thursday | 5-5:45pm

Parent-Child Clinic

$10, 45-minute golf lesson > 2nd + 4th Saturdays (April-Oct.) > 11am-noon

Couples Clinic

ENTERTAINMENT + FUN

SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Clinic Schedule

$10, 45-minute golf lesson > 1st + 3rd Saturdays (April-Oct.) > 10-11am

Monthly Clinic Themes > March: Short Game Month > April: Wedge Month > May: Bunker Month

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Monday Night Singo Bingo with a musical twist > 6pm - Every Monday

Star Wars: The Old Republic Guild Play > 6pm - Every Tuesday

League of Legends

> 7pm - Every Wednesday

Billiards Tournaments Prizes include pool cues and B&K Pro Shop gift cards > 7pm - 1st + 3rd Thursdays

UNUSUAL SUSPECTS

Warrior Zone’s weekly rundown features great new programs along with old favorites

Looking for a way to get out of the barracks and interact with real, live human beings? No matter what night of the week, the Warrior Zone has got you covered. New programs keep it fresh, while old favorites like Sunday Funday provide you with tried and tested entertainment options. If you haven’t stopped by in a while, don’t miss these great new events: Monday Night Singo; Star Wars: The Old Republic guild play; Magic: The Gathering booster drafts; All Day Anime; and Binge-a-Thon Sundays. The Warrior Zone is located at 7867 Normandy Drive and is open to DoD ID card holders and their guests ages 18 and older. For information on upcoming programs and events, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 240-6618. Keep up with the latest Warrior Zone news, including tournament info and movie schedules, at facebook. com/rileybosswz.

ENTERTAINMENT + FUN

What’s awesome at the Warrior Zone? Everything.

Riley vs. the World

Gaming tournament vs. JBLM > 8pm - Every Thursday

Magic: The Gathering Booster Draft > 7pm - Every Friday - $15

Retro Fridays

Sega Genesis gaming + Pac-Man > 7pm - Last Friday

Lunchtime Pool League Tuesdays starting March 1 | 11:45am

Don’t spend your lunch napping at your desk (or sleeping in your car) ... get in a little friendly competition instead. This eight-week league runs March 1-April 26, from 11:45am-12:45pm each week (except March 15). Participation costs $10. Prizes for first and second places.

Waffle Challenge | March 25 | 6pm

All Day Anime

In honor of National Waffle Day, the Warrior Zone hosts the Waffle Challenge at 6pm. Don’t miss the sweet waffle goodness ... we’ve got a waffle eating contest lined up, plus a waffle construction challenge. Does syrup work as glue? You won’t ever know the answer unless you join us!

It’s an anime marathon ... all day! > 11am-11pm - 1st Saturday

Anime Club

> 7pm - Every Saturday

Texas Hold’em

Free participation | Play for prizes > 4pm - Every Saturday

Binge-a-Thon Sunday

Why watch one when you can watch them all? > 11am - Every Saturday

Sunday Funday

High Stakes Prize Poker Tournament April 16 | 2pm

Buy into your chance at winning some amazing prizes! Your $20 buy-in covers entry into our prize poker tournament, and we’ve got TONS of prizes lined up ... don’t miss out! Texas Hold’em rules apply, so get ready to bring your A game – and your poker face.

A Week | 1st + 3rd weeks > 3pm - Madden NFL 16 > 7pm - NBA2K16 B Week | 2nd + 4th weeks > 3pm - Call of Duty > 7pm - FIFA 16

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Warrior Zone BBQ | Every Friday starting April 1 | 11am ‘til it’s gone!

Looking for the best BBQ in town? Don’t miss the Warrior Zone’s legendary lunch plates, starting at just $6.50 for a one-meat plate. Unleash your inner carnivore: pulled pork, chicken, ribs, brisket and more ... and the menu changes weekly! Spring 2016 • The Guide • 21


ENTERTAINMENT + FUN

IT PAYS TO PLAY

Bingo Benefits Frequency

Turn your participation into points and save big with the Rally Point bingo loyalty program Our Loyalty Program makes it easy to earn discounts on bingo buy-ins at Rally Point: All you have to do is show up and play, and you start earning a 5 percent payback immediately! Loyalty Program members earn 50 points per visit and an additional five points per $1 spent, and 100 points adds up to a $1 credit. You can redeem points during any bingo session in increments of $1, which means you can start saving after as few as two visits. Now that’s getting results fast! Bingo is open to DoD ID card holders and their guests ages 14 and older. Rally Point is located at 2600 Trooper Drive. For more information, call (785) 375-3260 or visit riley. armymwr.com.

Winner’s Circle Program

Payouts

> Largest payouts in the area! > Up to $15,400 in payouts nightly > $1,199 payout on last game of each night – guaranteed!

Promotions

Your Winner’s Circle ticket could be worth $1,199 ... but how do you get one? Win ANY bingo game during regular bingo at Rally Point, and you earn a Winner’s Circle ticket. Redeem it at the next month’s Winner’s Circle Bingo – buy-in required – and you can play a special “winners-only” game with a $1,199 payout!

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> Three nights per week: Tuesday, Wednesday + Thursday > Doors open at 5pm > Fun games start at 6pm Purchase a Level 1 pack before 6pm and receive a free 6-on for Fun Games > Warmup games at 6:30pm > Regular session at 7pm

> Exciting promotions every month: buy 1, get 1 free; buy 1, get 1 50 percent off; Military Spouse Appreciation; Double Points Night, Good Neighbor and more!

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RECREATION + LEISURE

SPORTS & FITNESS

A calendar of upcoming intramural sports and fitness events. Events subject to change without notice.

For more information, call (785) 239-2813 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

Event Central United States Military Basketball Conference Community Life Basketball League Community Life Flag Football League

Date Location Eligibility Cost

Deadline

Mar. 5-6

King Field House

Post Basketball Team

Free admission

Mar. 8-Apr. 27

Whitside Fitness Center DoD ID holders 18+

$150 per team

Mar. 1

Mar. 9-Apr. 28

Long Fitness Center

DoD ID holders 18+

$150 per team

Mar. 1

Fort Riley Mar. 12 - 10am Main Exchange

Open to the public

Free

Register on-site Info: 239-8990

Mar. 22-Apr. 21 Long Fitness Center

Active-duty only

Free

Mar. 15

Mar. 22-Apr. 21 Whitside Fitness Center Active-duty only

Free

Mar. 15

Flag Football Tournament

Apr. 2

Long Fitness Center

DoD ID holders 18+

Free for active-duty teams; $50 for all others Mar. 31

Kickball Tournament Diva Dash 2-Mile Fun Run + Stiletto Sprint Intramural Softball Community Life Mens/Women’s Softball

Apr. 16

Sacco Sports Complex

DoD ID holders 18+

Free for active-duty teams; $50 for all others Apr. 14

Apr. 30

Warrior Zone - 10am

Open to the public

$10 advance; $15 day-of Info: 240-6618

May 2-Aug. 16

Sacco Sports Complex

Active-duty only

Free

Apr. 21

May 4-Jul. 13

Sacco Sports Complex

DoD ID holders 18+

$150 per team

Apr. 26

Spring Fling Softball Tournament

May 7

Sacco Sports Complex

DoD ID holders 18+

Free for active-duty teams; $50 for all others May 5

Run for the Fallen Custer’s Challenge Obstacle Course Run

May 7 - 9am

Riley’s Conference Center Open to the public

May 21 - 10am Moon Lake

Open to the public

$35 advance; $45 day-of Info: 239-3146

Midnight Madness Softball Tournament

Jun. 17

DoD ID holders 18+

Free for active-duty teams; $50 for all others Jun. 15

Get Lucky Fun Run Intramural Soccer Intramural Volleyball

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Sacco Sports Complex

Free

Register on-site Info: 239-2616

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New Les Mills classes offer fresh approach to group fitness at Fort Riley Family and MWR Are you ready to get pumped? Check out the new Les Mills group fitness classes offered by Family and MWR’s fitness team! The popular BodyPump class is currently on the schedule, and has turned out to be a big hit. Participants use light to moderate weights throughout the class while doing squats, presses and core work. Fitness Coordinator Vincent Spencer said BodyPump instructors change the music and movements so you can avoid boredom and stay motivated. You don’t have to worry about what your workout should be because the instructors take care of everything. Classes are offered in the morning and evening, so no excuses ... try it soon! There are long-term plans to add BodyCombat, another Les Mills class, to the schedule as well. Keep an eye on the fitness calendar at riley.armymwr.com for availability.

What is BodyPump?

BodyPump is for anyone looking to get lean, toned and fit. Using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, BodyPump gives you a total body workout. Instructors coach you through the scientifically proven moves and techniques, pumping out encouragement, motivation and great music.

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Family and MWR’s Sports, Fitness and Aquatics offers classes six days per week! View calendar at riley. armymwr.com for availability. Current class offerings: - Spin - Cycling - Yoga - BodyPump - Rowing - Core - Zumba - PIYO *Subject to change

RECREATION + LEISURE

GET PUMPED!

Group Fitness Classes

- One class pass: $3 - 10 class pass: $25 - 30-day unlimited pass: $40 Valid 30 days from date of purchase - Purchase passes at Whitside Fitness Center or online

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RECREATION + LEISURE

MAKING WAVES

I’m On a Boat!

Fort Riley Marina offers lots of fun in the sun, from watercraft rental to primitive camping It’s time to grab the rods and reels, pack up the sunblock and hit the lake, because the Fort Riley Marina opens for the season April 22! If you’ve never been to the marina, now’s your chance to see what it’s all about. Located on Milford Lake – the largest lake in the state of Kansas – the Fort Riley Marina offers watercraft rental, primitive camping sites, a playground and covered pavilions you can reserve for parties. The Fort Riley Marina is located at 7112 K Highway 82 in Milford and is open 11 a.m.7 p.m. Monday and Friday, and 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. For more information, visit riley.armymwr.com or call (785) 463-5253.

Kansas Safe Boaters Course

In order to rent a motorized boat from the marina, boaters must complete the Kansas Safe Boaters Course or another NASBLA-approved boater safety course. Outdoor Recreation is offering the two-part course April 19 or 21 and April 23 for just $5 ... a huge savings over online options, which can cost $30 or more. Visit the Outdoor Recreation Center to reserve your seat.

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Rent a watercraft at the Fort Riley Marina! Pontoon Boat Fishing Boat Deck Boat Ski Boat V-Bottom Kayak Water Skis + Tubes Rental fees include life vests. Fuel not included in rental fee. Kansas Safe Boaters Course or other NASBLA-approved boater safety card required to rent motorized watercraft. We’ll see you on the lake!

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Night Shoot

Shoot clays under the lights! Personal firearms are allowed, and must be registered on post prior to the event. Must be age 12 or older to shoot; ages 12-18 must have parent or guardian present.

Zorb Ball Bubble Soccer

Playing soccer in a giant plastic bubble? Awesome! Register individually or in teams of five. Ages 18+. Advance registration required.

Fort Riley Outdoor Kids

Families pick five or more activities from a passport provided by Outdoor Rec, and enter to win great prizes! Pick up your passport at the Outdoor Rec center.

SPRING INTO FUN

Get outside and shake off the winter blues with awesome programs at Outdoor Rec! Drop by Outdoor Recreation to find out how to shake off those winter blues. The Outdoor Recreation program offers a wide variety of activities, from sport shooting at our skeet and trap range to boat rental at the Fort Riley Marina. Outdoor Rec also stocks a wide variety of rental equipment, including tents, campers, trailers, boats, sports equipment, camping items, inflatable bounce houses and much more. Don’t forget about our paintball operation and climbing wall! Advance registration and payment are required for some events. The Outdoor Recreation Center is located at 1806 Buffalo Soldier Drive and is open from 9am-5pm Monday-Friday. The Outdoor Recreation Center moves to summer hours effective April 1: 9am-5pm Monday-Sunday. For more information on any Outdoor Rec program, call (785) 239-2363 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

Event

Date

Night Shoot

Mar. 12 6pm

$25 per person (ammo not included)

Skeet + Trap

Zorb Ball Bubble Soccer

Mar. 26 10am

$10 per person

Whitside Fitness Center

Kids’ Fishing Day

Fort Riley Outdoor Kids

Apr. 1May 14

Free

Activities throughout the community

Apr. 9 10am

$10 per person

Whitside Fitness Center

Fun in the Sun

Zorb Ball Bubble Soccer Kansas Safe Boaters Course Kids’ Fishing Day

Apr. 19 or Apr. 21 and Apr. 23

$5 per person

Outdoor Rec and Fort Riley Marina

Apr. 23 noon-4pm

Free

Moon Lake

May 14 10am-3pm

Free

Fort Riley Marina

May 21

$65 per person

Wildwood Outdoor Adventure Park

Mar.-May

$104 nonrefundable deposit

Outdoor Rec Center

Mar.-May

Call for pricing

Skeet + Trap

Kansas Safe Boaters Course

Required to rent a motorized boat from the Marina. The April 19 and 21 classroom sessions run from 5:30-9:30pm at the Outdoor Recreation Center. The corresponding hands-on water section takes place April 23, from 8am-noon (April 19) and 1-5pm (April 21) at the marina. Registration is limited; sign up early at the Outdoor Recreation Center. A joint event with Conservation, KDWPT and the FROG. Free fishing for youth ages 15 and under. License required for youth ages 16+. Poles, bait and tackle provided. Check out what our marina has to offer! Don’t miss free watercraft rides, free usage of canoes and kayaks, inflatable playstations, free food and more!

Family Ziplining Adventure

Are you looking for a fun family activity? Outdoor Recreation has an exciting escape from your regular routine. Seven zip lines followed by a free fall finale? Yes, please! Participants must meet the 65-275 pound weight requirement. Advance registration required.

Fun in the Sun Family Ziplining Adventure Thunderdome Paintball Battles Introductory Sport Shooting

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Upcoming Events

Cost Location

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RECREATION + LEISURE

Big Benefits Use the Leisure Travel Center to save money ... and support Family and MWR! Did you know that every dollar you spend at the Leisure Travel Center helps support Soldier and family programming through Family and MWR? That’s right: You can save big on tickets or a vacation package and benefit the Fort Riley community at the same time. That’s something you can’t get by buying tickets online, or booking through a travel agent! Plus, we’ve got better rates than most online resources or travel agents have access to. Stop by Leisure Travel and save!

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SHOP LOCAL

From attraction tickets to travel packages, the Leisure Travel Center is your best bet for value Spring is here again and your Fort Riley Leisure Travel Center is bringing you even more: We work with a variety of small businesses to provide more choice, so you can shop local for activities, attractions and travel, too! Local businesses take pride in their establishments, know more about their product, and highlight customer service ... and Leisure Travel is no different. With the ability to reach more corners of the world than ever before, the staff at Leisure Travel is dedicated to giving you the best service possible. The Leisure Travel Center is located at 6918 Trooper Drive and is open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Beginning April 1, LTC will also be open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Stop by or call to see what fun vacations we can get started for you today! For more information, call (785) 239-5614 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

Worlds of Fun Season Passes

Springtime is season pass time at Worlds of Fun, and you can save big at Leisure Travel. Buy a 2016 Gold Pass at a deep discount – almost 30 percent less than Worlds of Fun online pricing! Leisure Travel has great deals on tons of local attractions, and you can’t get these prices anywhere else, so stop by today.

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Woodshop

2,400 square feet of floor space and all the specialized equipment needed to complete any project. A large selection of hardwoods, plywood, and processed material is available for purchase.

HOT HOBBIES

Arts and Crafts Center offers full slate of spring classes for all types of creativity The Arts and Crafts Center is located at 6918 Trooper Drive and is open from 1-8:30pm Monday-Tuesday, and 9am-4:30pm Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call (785) 239-9205 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

Matting + Framing Area

A huge selection of mats and frame stock available as well as state of the art equipment. We only use conservation and preservation matts which are the best to preserve your framed work. After taking a beginners class you will be able to come and finish a project in one day with the help of our friendly staff.

Parent + Child Craft • $8-$20

We have a kiln where you may drop off and have your greenware or bisque fired for a minimal fee. We have a slab roller and two potters wheels, which are available only during warm weather as this is an outside activity.

Mar. 20 | Bunnies or Cross Apr. 17 | Flower Pot Painting May 15 | Coaster for Dad Work with your child on a craft! You can work together on one project or each have your own. Classes are divided according to age; we need to know your child’s age to schedule a time for you to attend. Must pre-pay and register in advance. Classes are from 1-4pm.

Scrap Booking Area

Adult Craft Time • $8-$20

Ceramic + Pottery Area

Specialized equipment such as Zyron and Acc-U-Cut die cutter for scrap booking are available for walk-in use. There is a minimal fee.

General Crafting Area

Here you can work individually on matting and franing, painting ceramics, scarpbooking, sewing, knitting and crocheting, and drawing.

Sales Store

Our sales store has supplies for many crafts and hobbie, including woodworking, mats and frames, ceramic paints, clay for pottery, stained glass, quilting and sewing supplies (excluding fabric), DMC floss, and engraving metal.

Mar. 27| Canvas Painting Apr. 24 | Flower Pot May 22 | Card Making This time is set aside for you to work quietly on a project you will be able to complete in an afternoon. Or bring in a project you’ve been working on and cannot find the time to finish, or might need some advice to complete. Must pre-pay and register in advance. Classes are from 1:30-4:30pm.

Crochet, Knitting and • $5 Cross Stitch

One Saturday per month Learn the basics of crochet including single and double stitches, how to read instructions, how to change colors, and how to increase and decrease. Students will be supplied with yarn and a hook on for their first class. After the first class, supplies will be the student’s responsibility. Come and have fun! Must pre-pay and enroll one week prior. Classes are from 1-4pm.

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Set Up for Your Skills! Arts and Crafts offers:

Beginner Sewing • $26

One Saturday per month The beginner sewing class takes you through the sewing machine and how to set the machine up, how to get started sewing and the different stitches available our each machine. Everyone will be making a pillow case. Included with the step by step instruction you will be introduced to one advanced seam finish, the French seam, which you will use on your one of a kind pillow case. Come early to set up and be ready to start at 1pm. Must pre-pay and enroll one week prior. Classes are from 1-4pm.

Matting and Framing • $10

Mar. 7, 21 | Apr. 4, 18 | May 9, 16 Subjects covered in this one-night class include material selection, mat cutting, frame chopping and assembly, and glass cutting. All materials are provided for hands-on instruction. Students will not be working on their own projects. This class is required before using the matting and framing area. Classes are at 6pm.

Woodshop Safety • $10

Mar. 1, 15| Apr. 5, 19 | May 3, 17 Learn power tool safety and general woodshop procedures. Learn the basic operation of each piece of machinery within the shop. Patrons are required to take this class before using the shop. Advance registration required. Classes are at 6:30pm. Spring 2016 • The Guide • 29


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Only at Your Library There’s so much to do at the Fort Riley Post Library! Check out what we have to offer: - Books (of course!) - Audio books on CD and cassette - Video games of all varieties - DVD movies and TV shows - Zinio digital magazine services - Free ebook downloads - Reference collection - Combined Arms Research Library required military reading - Faith and Family Collection - ASVAB, AFAST and GED exams - Monthly family movie nights - Monthly theme parties Army Libraries: Knowledge for the Army anytime, anywhere

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MOVIN’ ON UP

Fort Riley Post Library scheduled to make move into much larger facility during 2016 You have been heard! Library patrons have often expressed concerns over the space – or lack thereof – at the Fort Riley Post Library. Well, friends, it’s time to rejoice: The Fort Riley Post Library is scheduled to move into new digs in 2016, and the new facility comes with lots more room! The library is scheduled to move to 247 Cameron Ave. on main post as soon as this fall. The Fort Riley Post Library is currently located at 5306 Hood Drive and is open from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Library programs and services are open to all DoD ID card holders. For more information, visit www.riley. armymwr.com or call (785) 239-5305.

Summer Reading Program

The library’s annual Summer Reading Program kicks off May 28, and you’re invited to Read – For the Win! The 2016 Summer Reading Program will be a celebration of sports and achievement. Keep your kids on track and battle the summer blahs; learn about the Summer Reading Program at the library!

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A calendar of upcoming youth sports and fitness events. Schedule subject to change without notice.

For more information, call (785) 239-9223 or visit riley.armymwr.com.

CYSS + FAMILY LIFE

YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS

INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM SPORTS Sport or Event

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Soccer Start Smart Soccer Running Club Tennis Club Baseball Camp T-Ball Coach Pitch Baseball Player Pitch Baseball

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Player Pitch Softball (Girls) Start Smart T-Ball Start Smart Lacrosse

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APRIL IS MONTH OF

Celebrate the Month of the Military Child with fun family programming from CYSS Even more Month of the Military Child Parents’ Night Out April 2 | 6-11pm

Saturday-night child care! Flat rate of $20 per child ... or use your deployment benefits. Registration deadline is March 30. To register, call (785) 239-9885 or 240-2818.

Youth Dance | April 8 8-10:30pm | Teen Center

Open to MST members and their guests in 6th-12th grades. $1 for members, $2 for guests

Youth Basketball | April 15 8-10:30pm | Teen Center

Open to MST members and their guests in 6th-12th grades. $1 for members, $2 for guests

Open Registration for SAC and MST Summer Camps Starts April 18

Join us this summer for lots of fun adventures. Youth will be able to participate in various field trips around Kansas, swimming, robotics and other fun-filled activities. Spaces are limited. Contact CYSS Parent Central to register by calling (785) 239-9885.

Operation Megaphone/ Lock-In | April 29 | 7pm-7am MST and SAC

Overnight fun for registered youth. The event for school age children will take place at Bldg. 5810 and the MST youth event will be held at Bldg. 5800. The cost for the event is $15 per member. Contact CYSS Parent Central to register and complete permission slip. For information, call (785) 239-9885.

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MOMC Parade and Proclamation Signing | March 28 | 10am

The parade is open to all CYSS registered children, as well as community families who would like to join in the fun. Other parade participants include Riley and Scarlett Bears, the Fort Riley Fire Department, the Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard and the 1st Infantry Division Band. The parade begins promptly at 10am at the south end of the Artillery Parade Field on Godfrey Avenue and proceeds on Godfrey to Forsyth. The parade continues on Forsyth to the Calvary Parade Field, and ends at the Old Trooper Statue where Col. Andrew Cole Jr., Garrison Commander, will read and sign the proclamation to mark the kickoff of MOMC activities.

Family Movie Day: The Good Dinosaur April 2 | 1pm | Barlow Theater

CYSS is hosting a Family Movie Day, featuring “The Good Dinosaur.” CYSS registered families will enjoy a child-friendly movie at no cost and will be able to purchase popcorn and drinks at a special discounted rate. Seating is limited to 400 and show time is at 11am. Advance registration is required. Please call (785) 239-9885 or sign up on WebTrac.

Family Field Trip | April 9 | 8am-6pm Union Station, Kansas City

CYSS is providing transportation to and from Union Station in Kansas City for a “Choose Your Own Adventure” day. The bus will depart from building 6620 at 8am and will return to the same location around 6pm. Upon arrival in Kansas City, families will be able to choose their own fun from a variety of activities in the Union Station area. CYSS registration is required. All children and youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no cost for the transportation, but families will be responsible for payment for the day’s activities. Limited to the first 100 participants. Advance registration is required. Please call (785) 239-9885 or sign up on WebTrac.

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Journey on the Konza Prairie April 16 | 8-10am | Konza Prairie

Families are invited to meet at the Konza Prairie to hike the public nature trail and experience the prairie environment. Families may choose one of three trail options: 2.5 miles, 4.4 miles or 6 miles. Closed-toe shoes and water are recommended since there is no water available on the trails. Sorry, no pets or bicycles allowed.

Kidsfest | April 24 | Noon-3pm Riley’s Conference Center

Don’t miss the Month of the Military Child’s grand finale celebration. Activities include static displays, small activity stations, small rides, character performances, instructional program demonstrations, informational booths and free food. Children will be able to meet a superhero – we won’t say who, but it rhymes with “Ciderman” – provided by the Family Advocacy Program at Army Community Service. There is no charge for attendance at the event.

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About MOMC:

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Month of the Military Child, also known as MOMC. Month of the Military Child was established by the Department of Defense in 1986 as a way to recognize and create awareness for the service, sacrifices and challenges of military youth and children. Throughout the month of April, Army communities around the world provide activities to celebrate and honor military children. It is a time to highlight the services, programs and organizations available to support military children and help meet parental challenges to maintain mission readiness.

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THE MILITARY CHILD! HOORAY!

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AER Campaign

March 1-May 15 Annual campaign for Army Emergency Relief, designed to increase awareness of AER as a Soldier’s first choice for emergency funding. The campaign also provides an opportunity to support AER with donations.

Youth Hiring + Education Fair

March 5 | 10am-1pm Location: Teen Center An annual event in support of Fort Riley’s family members ages 14-21. The event connects attendees with employers who have summer job openings or year round job opportunities both full and part-time. Also present will be agencies seeking volunteers, and educational institutions.

EFMP & NPSP Spring Fling

April 16 | 10am-noon Location: Army Community Service A social and educational family gathering with springtime family activities. Open to military families involved in EFMP and NPSP. RSVP by April 1.

Volunteer of the Year

April 18 | 6pm Location: Riley’s Conference Center Ceremony to recognize outstanding Fort Riley volunteers nominated by brigades and private organizations.

Hiring Heroes Career Fair

April 20 | 9am-2pm Location: Riley’s Conference Center Provides wounded, ill, injured and transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses and primary caregivers the opportunity to network and explore career opportunities with employers from the DoD, other federal agencies and the private sector.

Volunteer of the Quarter

May 3 | 6pm Location: Riley’s Conference Center Ceremony to recognize outstanding Fort Riley volunteers nominated by brigades and private organizations.

ACS RESOURCES

From relocation to employment, ACS has the help you need, when you need it Army Community Service is a social service agency that offers a comprehensive array of programs and services dedicated to maintaining the readiness of Soldiers, families and communities by fostering self-reliance, resiliency and stability. We are the commander’s principal family readiness agency, providing comprehensive, coordinated and responsive services that support readiness of Soldiers, civilian employees and their families, during peace and war. The mission of ACS is to assist Soldiers and families in maintaining readiness by coordinating and delivering comprehensive, responsive services that promote self-reliance, resiliency and stability. Advance registration is required for some programs. Army Community Service is located at 7264 Normandy Drive and is open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. MondayThursday and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday. For more information, call (785) 239-9435.

Relocation Assistance Program

Helps newcomers transition into and out of life at Fort Riley

Newcomers’ Inprocessing

Every Wednesday A newcomer orientation is given to Soldiers and family members each Wednesday. This is a great opportunity to learn more about services available that may be unique to your new duty station.

Turn Your Move into a Lifetime Enhancement

Every Tuesday | 1pm Location: Victory Center, Bldg. 7285 The level of success you and your family can achieve is directly proportionate to the preparation, information and support you receive before, during and after your assignment. Every PCS should become an opportunity for the entire family. This training is required for all first-time PCSing Soldiers and for all Soldiers PCSing overseas.

Employment Readiness Program

The Employment Readiness Program offers employment assistance with job search, resume prep and review and referrals for local businesses.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Events in the Spotlight:

Employment Readiness Orientation

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 1-1:45pm April 6, 13, 20, 27 | 1-1:45pm May 4, 11, 18, 25 | 1-1:45pm Location: Army Community Service Explanation of services available through ERP and information on the local job market on and off post.

Federal Job Applications Workshop

March 3, 17 | 1-3pm April 7, 21 | 1-3pm May 5, 19 | 1-3pm Location: Army Community Service Comprehensive overview of the federal job application process using the USA Jobs website. Instructor will assist you on computers during this workshop. Advance registration required. RSVP by the Wednesday before the workshop.

Family Advocacy Program and New Parent Support Program Oh! Oh, Baby It’s Your Day!

April 20 | 1:30-5:30pm Location: Army Community Service Children receive a free Ages & Stages Assessment: Vision and Hearing.

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Parents learn from their child’s assessment which enhances their skills in parenting their child’s developmental growth. Limited free child care available. RSVP by Feb. 3.

three sessions to receive a certificate. No child care offered. RSVP for march session by Feb. 16; RSVP for April session by March 21; RSVP for May session by April 19.

Happiest Baby on the Block and Newborn Safety

Parenting in Blended Families (2-part series)

March 30 | 9am-noon May 4 | 9am-noon Location: Army Community Service For new or expecting parents. Learn how to initiate the “calming reflex” in your crying baby. This course teaches you the “5 S” system by Dr. Harvey Karp. These techniques have been proven to reduce infant crying, increase sleep time, and decrease parental frustration. Limited free child care available. RSVP for March session by March 16; RSVP for May session by April 20.

Just for Dads: 24/7 Dad Workshop

April 9-10 | 9:30am-4:30pm Location: Army Community Service This two-day class is a unique, innovative and comprehensive course designed to engage fathers and encourage them to become more involved with their children and family. The course is packed with fun, interesting and interactive activities to assist dads in raising healthy, mature and responsible children. No child care provided. Advance registration required. RSVP by March 29.

Love & Logic: Parenting Classes (3-part series)

March 1, 8 + 22| 2-4pm April 4, 11 +18 | 10am-noon May 3, 10 + 17 | 2-4pm Location: Army Community Service Three-part course offers ideas and suggestions for building strong bonds. It helps parents create happy families and responsible kids by teaching parents to allow children to grow through their mistakes, and consequences of their choices. They also learn shared control, and thinking and decision-making. Must attend all 36 • The Guide • Spring 2016

March 2+9 | 10:30am-noon Location: Army Community Service This class offers ideas and suggestions for building strong bonds, creating new family traditions and offers ways to avoid common problems that military blended families face. Advance registration required. RSVP by April 18

Scream Free Marriage

May 12 | 9am-noon Location: Army Community Service Study is designed to challenge previous thoughts about what marriage should be. Learn to appreciate all that is good and right in your marriage as it is now and explore what will help create the marriage you desire. This workshop encourages more communication. No child care offered. RSVP by April 28.

To Spank or Not to Spank

April 13 | 9-10:30am Location: Army Community Service This class will help you set guidelines about spanking: what is the law, is it really necessary, and does it really hurt the child. Other methods of discipline will be discussed. Limited free child care available. Current registration with CYSS required. RSVP by April 1.

Scream Free Parenting (3-part series)

April 13, 20 + 27 | 10am-noon Location: Army Community Service Three part course designed to “Start a Revolution in Your Family.” Learn how to lower your voice, calm your emotional reactions and focus on your own behavior, techniques that lead to a mutually respectful and loving relationship with you children. You must attend all three sessions to receive

a certificate. Limited free child care available. RSVP by March 30.

Learn Stress Management, Jeopardy-Style

April 21 | 11am-12:30pm Location: Army Community Service A fun interactive and informative way to learn how to manage personal stress by playing jeopardy. Attendees earn points for correct answers. There will also be free giveaways. RSVP by April 7.

Army Family Team Building

Want to learn more about the Army? Take these informative trainings!

AFTB Level I/K Series

March 22-23 | 9am-3pm April 26-27 |9am-3pm May 24-25 | 9am-3pm Location: Army Community Service Two-day training also known as Army 101 focuses on the basics such as military acronyms and terms, chain of command, customs and courtesies, basic military benefits and entitlements, and lots more! Limited free child care available. RSVP for April session by April 12; RSVP for May session by May 10.

AFTB Level II/G Series

March 29-31 | 9am-3pm May 10-12 | 9am-3pm Location: Army Community Service Three-day training focusing on leadership skills, effective communication, coaching and mentoring, and much more. Limited free child care available. Advance registration is required. RSVP for March session by March 15; RSVP for May session by April 26.

AFTB Level II/G Series

March 8-10 | 9am-3pm April 12-14 | 9am-3pm Location: Army Community Service Three-day training focusing on leadership skills, effective communication,

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coaching and mentoring, and much more. Limited free child care available. Advance registration is required. RSVP for March session by Feb. 17; RSVP for April session by March 29.

Master Resilience Training

May 16-19 | 9am-3pm Location: Army Community Service Four-day focus on resiliency. Limited free child care available. Advance registration is required. RSVP by May March 21.

Resilient Spouse Academy

April 4-7 | 9am-3pm Location: Army Community Service This four-day course helps provide spouses with the tools to effectively support to their community and FRG. Topics include Master Resiliency Training, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills, understanding domestic violence and much more. Limited child care available. RSVP by May 2.

Family Readiness Deployment Resources FRG Operations Training

March 9-10 | 9am-noon May 11-12 | 9am-noon Location: Army Community Service Provides instruction and guidance to assist newly appointed family readiness group leaders, FRSAs and commanders. Limited free child care available. RSVP for March session by Feb. 24; RSVP for May session by April 27.

Key Caller Class

April 6 | 8:30-9:45am Location: Army Community Service Provides family members and Soldiers the basic operational understanding of organizing a key caller system. Limited free child care available. RSVP by March 23.

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funds custodians as well as FRG leaders and commanders. Limited free child care available. RSVP by March 23.

Care Team Training

April 14 | 9am-noon Location: Army Community Service Provides instruction and guidance on the roles, responsibilities and expectations of appointed Care Team volunteers who may be activated to provide short-term support after a trauma or crisis in a unit. Limited free child care available. RSVP by April 1.

Hearts Apart Auto Skills Clinic

April 2 | 4-5pm Location: Auto Skills Center Learn basic automotive maintenance and repair skills, including changing a flat tire, checking engine oil and more. Open to families of Soldiers deployed in support of mission requirements. Limited hild care available; advance registration required. RSVP by March 29.

Financial Readiness Program Money Management 101

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 9-11:30am April 6, 13, 20, 17 | 9-11:30am May 4, 11, 18, 25 | 9-11:30am Location: Army Community Service Does it seem like you never have enough? Are you confident making financial decisions? Is dealing with money a constant stress? Take this course to build your financial readiness!

Money Smarts

March 2, 9, 16, 23 | 1-2pm April 6, 13, 20, 27 | 1-2pm May 4, 11, 18, 25 | 1-2pm Location: Army Community Service Funds Custodian Develop and refine your financial April 6 | 10am-noon skills and receive assistance with debt Location: Army Community Service reduction. Topics include debt smarts, Funds Custodian Training provides in- investing smarts, car smarts and credstruction and guidance to appointed it smarts. Fort Riley Family and MWR • riley.armymwr.com

Wounded Warriors Support & MED Services

The Soldier and Family Assistance Center is located at 674 Warrior Road near the Warrior Transition Battalion. The SFAC supports Soldiers assigned to the WTB or who are in the MEB/PEB process by providing one-stop services ranging from financial counseling to recreational activities and self-help services.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

ACS RESOURCES

For more info or to seek services, or to register for events, call (785) 239-8430 or (785) 240-7192.

Quick Start Small Business Seminar

April 26 | 9am-noon Location: Army Community Service Condensed version of the two-day SFL-TAP Small Business Workshop presented by SCORE, a non-profit organization that provides free counseling and business mentoring. Space limited to 20 partcipants. RSVP by April 12. Information: (785) 239-0630

Army Volunteer Corps

The Army Volunteer Corps provides opportunities for volunteers based on interest and agency needs. Volunteers support the installation mission in a variety of capacities such as: coaches, office assistants, family readiness group leaders, program assistants and much more. ACS volunteers are eligible to receive 25 hours per month in free child care. Available volunteer opportunities can be found at MyArmyOneSource.com. For information on becoming a volunteer, call the installation volunteer coordinator at (785) 239-9435. Army Community Service is located at 7264 Normandy Drive and is open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday. For more information, call (785) 239-9435.

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Skies Unlimited Instructional Program Soldier and Family Assistance Center Soldier Arrival/Sign-In Survivor Outreach Services Thrift Store Warner Peterson Neighborhood Center Warrior Zone Whitside Fitness Center

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Army Community Service SERVICES DIRECTORY

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE

7264 NORMANDY DRIVE

785-239-9435

Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

- 24/7 Victim Advocate Emergency - Employment Readiness - Family Advocacy - Financial Services/AER - Military Family Life Consultants - Military Family Life After Hours - Mobilization & Personal Readiness - Parent Support/EFMP - Relocation Program - Volunteer Programs/AFAP/AFTB

785-307-1373 785-239-9435 785-239-9435 785-239-9435 785-239-9435 785-221-9483 785-239-9435 785-239-9435 785-239-9435 785-239-9435

SOLDIER & FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER

674 WARRIOR ROAD

785-239-8430

510 REED ROAD

785-239-5979

Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-5pm • Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm

SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES

FORT RILEY FAMILY AND MWR

Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-5pm • Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm

Survivor Outreach Services After Hours

785-221-8595

Child, Youth + School Services PARENT CENTRAL

6620 NORMANDY DRIVE

785-239-9885

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm • Walk-in registrations end at 4:30pm; Appointments available

- Outreach Services - Family Child Care - School Liaison - Youth Sports

785-239-9885 785-239-4313 785-240-3261 785-239-9223

1ST DIVISION CDC

4012 1ST DIVISION ROAD

785-239-9011

FORSYTH CDC

2410 SADDLEHORN ROAD

785-239-4846

FORSYTH EAST SCHOOL AGE CENTER

2420 H STREET

785-240-5820

SCHOOL AGE CENTER

5810 THOMAS AVENUE

785-239-9220

SKIES UNLIMITED INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

2420 H STREET

785-240-5821

WARREN CDC

6950 WARREN ROAD

785-239-9935

WARREN EAST CDC

6981 WARREN ROAD

785-240-0822

WHITSIDE CDC

676 WARRIOR ROAD

785-239-4978

WHITSIDE NORTH CDC

678 WARRIOR ROAD

785-240-6787

YOUTH CENTER

5800 THOMAS AVENUE

785-239-9222

6918 TROOPER DRIVE

785-239-9205

Recreational Services ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER

Monday + Tuesday, 1-8:30pm • Wednesday, Saturday + Sunday, 9am-4:30pm

AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER & CAR WASH

7753 APENNINES DRIVE

785-239-9764

Wednesday-Friday, 11:30am-8:30pm • Saturday + Sunday, 9am-5pm

B.O.S.S.

7867 NORMANDY DRIVE

785-239-2677

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm • Closed Saturday, Sunday, Holidays + Training Holidays

CUSTER HILL BOWLING CENTER

7485 NORMANDY DRIVE

785-239-4366

Wednesday + Thursday, 11am-9pm • Friday + Saturday, 11am-Midnight • Sunday, Noon-6pm

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785-784-6000

FORT RILEY MARINA

7112 HIGHWAY 82

785-463-5253

Opens for season April 23 • Friday + Monday, 11am-7pm • Saturday+ Sunday, 7am-8pm

FORT RILEY POST LIBRARY

5306 HOOD DRIVE

785-239-5305

RANGE 34 VINTON SCHOOL ROAD

785-239-9058

Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-6pm • Sunday, Noon-5pm

FORT RILEY SKEET & TRAP

Saturday, 10am-6pm or by appointment • Summer hours begin March 4: Friday, 11am-6pm • Saturday-Sunday, 10am-5pm

LEISURE TRAVEL SERVICES

6918 TROOPER DRIVE

785-239-5614

Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm • Summer hours begin April 1: Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm • Saturday, 10am-3pm

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER

1806 BUFFALO SOLDIER DRIVE

785-239-2363

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm • Summer hours begin April 1: Monday-Sunday, 9am-5pm

RILEY’S CONFERENCE CENTER & CATERING

446 SEITZ DRIVE

785-784-1000

2600 TROOPER DRIVE

785-784-5733

Closed Sunday, Monday and holidays

RALLY POINT

Bingo every Wednesday at 7pm • Tuesday-Thursday bingo starts October 13 • Open for special events

WARRIOR ZONE

7867 NORMANDY DRIVE

785-240-6618

Monday-Friday, 8am-11pm • Saturday + Sunday, 11am-11pm

Sports, Fitness + Aquatics KING FIELD HOUSE FITNESS CENTER

202 CUSTER AVENUE

785-239-3868

Monday-Friday and training holidays, 5am-9pm • Saturday, Sunday + holidays, 8am-8pm

785-239-3146 785-239-2813 785-239-2148

- Fitness Office - Intramural Sports Office - Sports & Recreation Sports Office

CRAIG FITNESS CENTER

7024 APENNINES DRIVE

785-239-5562

Monday-Friday, 5am-9pm • Saturday, Sunday + holidays, 1-8pm

LEONARD FITNESS CENTER

7632 MCGLACHLIN STREET

785-239-5771

SERVICES DIRECTORY

5202 NORMANDY DRIVE

Monday-Sunday, 8am-8pm

FORT RILEY FAMILY AND MWR

CUSTER HILL GOLF COURSE & PRO SHOP

Monday-Friday, 5am-8pm • Saturday, Sunday + holidays, 10am-5pm

LONG FITNESS CENTER & TRAINING POOL

8069 NORMANDY DRIVE

785-239-4683

Monday-Friday, 5am-9pm • Saturday, Sunday + holidays, 8am-4pm

ROBINSON FITNESS CENTER

7832 HALE STREET

785-239-4480

Monday-Friday, 5am-8pm • Saturday, Sunday + holidays, Noon-7pm

WHITSIDE FITNESS CENTER

684 HUEBNER ROAD

785-239-2573

Monday-Friday, 5am-9pm • Saturday, Sunday, Holidays + Training Holidays, 9am-6pm

CUSTER HILL POOL

7465 NORMANDY DRIVE

785-239-5860

6940 WARREN ROAD

785-239-4854

Closed for the season

EYSTER INDOOR POOL

Lap: Monday, Wednesday + Friday, 6:30-9am • Monday-Friday, 11am-1pm Open: Monday-Friday, 4:30-8pm • Saturday-Sunday, 1-6pm

For hours of operation and facility details visit riley.armymwr.com Fort Riley Family and MWR • riley.armymwr.com

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