Bryan White, Penni Lawrence perform Feb. 4 at Patriot Club Fort Sill Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation and the Exchange will host country music artist Bryan White and special guest Penni Lawrence in concert Feb. 4 at the Patriot Club. The concert is open to the public and doors open at 6 p.m. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. in the ballroom. Tickets are $10 at the door. The Patriot Club is offering dinner and the show for $25. Concert attendees can plan on having dinner at the Community Dinner in the Sheridan Room and then attending the concert afterward. The Lanyard Lounge opens at 5 p.m. for cocktails and the dinner starts at 6 p.m. You must RSVP for this special-priced combo by calling (580) 442-4120 by Feb. 2. For more information on the concert, call 442-9480. First Friday is Feb. 4 at Patriot Club The 6th Air Defense Artillery will host First Friday on Feb. 4. Join them before the Bryan White concert and enjoy free finger foods, pool, darts, drink specials and much more. First Fridays are held at the Patriot Club’s Backbone Lounge and are open to everyone. The event starts at 4 p.m. For more information or to sponsor an event, call (580) 442-5300. Community Dinner served Feb. 4 at Patriot Club The Community Membership Dinner is Feb. 4 at the Patriot Club. The dinner will feature: Beef Wellington, Mandarin oranges, baked herbed chicken, baby baked potatoes, broccoli with cheese sauce, rolls, baby greens and sugared walnut salad, chocolate and beverages. RSVP by calling 442-4120. Cocktails are at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. The dinner is free to club members and costs $16.50 for non-members; $7.75 for children 12 and under, and is free to children, 5 and under. For information, call (580) 442-5300. Chinese New Year Make and Take workshop offered at Nye Library Feb. 3 The Chinese Make and Take it workshop is Feb. 3 from 4:30-6 p.m. Join Nye Library in making some interesting crafts that focus on the Chinese New Year celebration. RecPlex Sweetheart Baby Photo Contest entries accepted Feb. 4-13 The RecPlex Sweetheart Baby Photo Contest is available again this year. To enter your sweetheart baby, submit your photo from Feb. 4-13 to the RecPlex. The winner will be announced on Feb. 14. The picture size must not exceed 4” x 6”. The first place winner will receive a gift certificate. Photography subjects must be between the ages of newborn to 6 years old. For more information, call (580) 442-4824. Nye Library hosts Saturday Movie Matinee Feb. 5 at 1 p.m. Join the staff and patrons of Nye Library Feb. 5 for the Saturday Movie Matinee from 1-3 p.m. Showing is the movie, “Mulan,” (G) based on the old Chinese poem “The Ballad of Mulan.” There will be free juice and popcorn.
RecPlex hosts Super Bowl XLV party Feb. 6 The RecPlex will host a Super Bowl XLV party on Feb. 6 beginning at 2 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks will be served while supplies last. There will be 10 HD TV’s, one big-screen TV, and many couches and recliners to watch the game on. Play XBOX 360 Kinect, Wii, billiards and table tennis also available at the RecPlex. For more information, call (580) 442-4824. Backbone Lounge hosts Super Bowl party Feb. 6 Watch the Super Bowl on one of the TV’s in the Backbone Lounge and enjoy free stadium-style food. Doors open at 4 p.m. For information, call (580) 442-5300. Impact Zone offers Super Bowl party Feb. 6 Cheer on your favorite team this Super Bowl Sunday from the comfort of Fort Sill’s Impact Zone. The doors will open at 3 p.m. on Feb. 6, with 25 cent wings, $6 one-topping pizzas, nachos specials and drink specials. There is no cover charge. For more information, call 442-0355. Nye Library’s Adult Book Club Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. Join Nye Library’s Adult Book Club Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. This month’s book is “Blink,” by Ted Dekker. Bring your friends and book recommendations. For more information, call (580) 442-3806. Youth Center offers Valentine Day activities Feb. 11 The Youth Center Valentine’s Day dance is Feb. 11 from 7-10 p.m. The event is free and members are welcome to bring one visitor with a registered CYSS member. Attendees must be in grades 6-12. Cost for the dance is $5 per person. The Youth Center Lock-in is Feb. 11 from 10:30 p.m.-7:45 a.m. Cost is $15 per registered youth and space is limited. Visitors are not allowed for the Lock-in. For more information, call 442-5324. BOSS hosts Valentine’s Day Party at Impact Zone Feb. 12 The Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Valentine’s Day party is Feb. 12 at the Impact Zone from 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Ticket price is $3 in advance and $5 at the door. Tickets are on sale now at the MWR administration desk, Building 4700, or in the BOSS office at the RecPlex. BOSS representatives will also sell tickets. The dress code is no sneakers, no T-shirts and no shorts. Call (580) 442-6346 for more information. Nye Library offers a Valentines Make and Take Feb. 12 Join Nye Library in making Valentine’s Day crafts Feb. 12 at 1 p.m. with the Valentines Make-and-Take workshop. The workshop is free for all ages and open to all eligible patrons. For more information, call 442-3806.
Twin Oaks Bowling Center offers a Sweetheart Special Feb. 14 The Twin Oaks Bowling Center Sweetheart Special is Feb. 14 from 7-10 p.m. The cost is $35 per couple and includes: unlimited bowling for two, shoe rental and two large combo meals from the Strike Zone. Reservations begin Feb. 1. Call 442-2882 for more information. OKC Thunder Military Appreciation Game is Feb. 15 Military Appreciation Night at the OKC Thunder and Sacramento Kings Basketball Game is Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase at Adventure Travel (580) 250-4040 for $12 per person; free transportation is available for active duty personnel only. Contact Lara Patterson at (580) 442-3575 or lara.rigby@us.army.mil to reserve your seat on the bus. Reservations for transportation must be made by Feb. 12. Nye Library displays African-American exhibit during February Stop by Nye Library to check out the display of influential African Americans, prominent and obscure, who have impacted American culture over the years. The display will stay up at the library through February. Tickets for Culpepper and Merriweather Circus on sale Feb. 18 Tickets for the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus, which hits Fort Sill March 25, are available starting Feb. 18 at the Outdoor Adventure Center, Bldg 2502 Sheridan Road, MWR Headquarters, Bldg 4700 Mow-Way, and Twin Oaks Bowling Center. America’s favorite Circus will be on post Sill March 25 and 26 on Cowan Field. Treat the whole family to an exciting time at the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus. Show times are 5 and 7:30 p.m. on March 25, and 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on March 26. Advance ticket cost is $9 for adults and $6 for children ages 2-12. Day-of-show tickets will cost $12 for adults and $7 for children ages 2-12. Bring your friends and family out circus morning to watch Cowan Field grounds transform into a bustling circus city. For more information call 442-9480. Nye hosts Puppet Theatre Feb. 18 Nye Library will offer the Puppet Theatre Feb. 18 from 11 a.m.-noon. Children won’t want to miss the great puppet drama and crafting after the show. For more information, call (580) 442-3806. Indoor Triathlon Feb. 19 at Rinehart Fitness Center Fort Sill Family and MWR is hosting an Indoor Triathlon on Saturday, Feb. 19 from 8 a.m.-noon. Come brave the event, not the elements! The event consists of a 20-minute swim in the Rinehart Indoor Pool, a 20-minute bike ride on the stationary bikes and a 20-minute run on the treadmills. Registration is free online at www. sillmwr.com and at Rinehart on Feb. 19 from 7-7:30 a.m. This event is open to individuals who are authorized Fort Sill Fitness Center users. For more information, call (580) 919-2965. Nye Library offers Science Explosion Feb. 24 Join the staff and patrons of Nye Library Feb. 24 for the Science Explosion at 4:30 p.m. Nye Library is located on the corner of Fort Sill Boulevard and Randolph Road, across from the post office and the commissary parking lot. For more information please call 442-3806.
Cherish the Gifts workshop offered Feb. 26 Cherish the Gifts of Love and Security is an interactive, family-friendly, one-day workshop taking place on Feb. 26 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Campus. Classes include: Crime Prevention, Planning for Retirement, Basic Self Defense (all ages), Infant Massage, Piggy Bank Basics and more. There’s something for everyone, including the kids! Register on-line at www.sillmwr.com or call (580) 442-6108. This event is free and open to the public. Free child care is available for military families. Children are welcome to attend the classes. EFM program offers activities in February On Saturday, Feb. 5, the Exceptional Family Member Program families will go to the Omniplex, in Oklahoma City. Transportation and tickets are provided. To register, call 442-3393. On Thursday, Feb. 10, EFMP families will go bowling at the Twin Oaks Bowling Center from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Two free games and shoes are included. Call (580) 442-3393 to register. On Tuesday, Feb. 15, EFMP will host an Autism Concepts Workshop on Food Intervention at the Resiliency Training Center from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Call (580) 442-3393 to register. The workshop is open to the public. AFTB Classes offered in February The Army Family Team Building program will offer AFTB Level I Part 1 and 2 Feb. 9 and 10 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Support Center, 2934 Marcy Road. Learn the fundamentals for navigating Army Life. The AFTB program will offer Level II Part 1, 2 and 3 are Feb.16, 17 and 23 from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the AFTB Training Center, 2719 Bragg Road. Classes cover areas on personal growth and introduction to leadership. SKIES Italian Cooking Lessons offered Feb. 5, 26 Students, 7 years and older, are invited to sign-up for Italian Cooking lessons offered Feb. 5 and 6. The lessons are offered at the School Age Center, 6599 Lucas Road from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. In March, the class will be offered on the fourth Saturday of the month. Instructor Daniela Scandian will teach students to prepare traditional main dishes and desserts from Italy. Parents can also join the fun and learn to prepare recipes of the Italian culture. The cost for each lesson is $12. Call 442-4831 for more information. P.H.A.T. Club competition underway The weight loss competition for members of the P.H.A.T. (Pretty Hot and Tempting) Club is underway. Members have divided into three teams and each team has a trainer as team leader. The teams are PHAT Babes, Team Caliente and Number One Stunners. The team leaders will also sign the teams up for the President’s Challenge and log in the hours exercised and the kind of activity performed by the team members. The team that wins a medal in the President’s Challenge and loses the most weight and body fat percent before July will win the competition and will be recognized with an award. For more information, call (580) 442-6175 or email Claudia. mejia1@us.army.mil.
Automotive Skills Center offers facility, staff and classes for automotive care The Automotive Skills Center can fix your car if you don’t have time. The knowledgeable staff offers repairs, tune-ups, brake jobs, and more. Make your own vehicle repairs and save a bundle at the center. The center hosts automotive repair classes and movies every month. A mandatory safety class, which is required before using the facility, is offered 30 minutes after opening. Bay rentals start at $4 per hour. The Automotive Skills Center, located at 2503 Ringgold Road, is open Thursday from 3-10 p.m.; Friday from 2-10 p.m.; and Saturday through Monday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For information, call (580) 442-5152. Monthly Sports Program Update Meeting held third Thursday of the month The monthly Sports Program Update meeting is the third Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. in the RecPlex to provide unit and battalion Athletic Representatives with information on the Intramural Sports program and other upcoming sporting events. All sports teams are for active duty personnel only assigned or attached to Fort Sill. For more information, call Randy Ward at (580) 442-5623 or 442-3269. After duty hours, call (580) 919-2972. CYSS extended hours for evening child care Feb. 4, weekend child care Feb. 12 The School Age Center will be open Friday, Feb. 4 from 7-11 p.m. Grierson Child Development Center will be open Friday, Feb. 4 from 7-11 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 12 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The Youth Center is open every Friday until 10 p.m. and Saturdays from 2-10 p.m. For information, call Parent Central Services at (580) 4423927. Hourly care available at Grierson CDC The Alice Grierson Child Development Center offers hourly care for children 6 weeks to 5 years old, a Pre-K wrap-around care program and a part-time preschool and toddler program. The center’s hours are 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for hourly care, Pre-K wrap-around care from 5:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for the part-time programs. There is limited space available. Parents must register with Child, Youth and School Services to utilize the center. Call (580) 442-3927 for more information. CYS Services offers range of services online with WebTrac CYS Services offers a range of services with WebTrac, an online payment and pre-registration service for CYS Services. The online service offers online pre-registration for membership, enrollment in SKIES, Sports, EDGE, the Youth Center and School Age Center events. Patrons can request placement of their child or children on the CYSS waiting list and make hourly care appointments. WebTrac also allows families to print child care receipts, tax statements and pay child care household balances in conjunction with the billing cycle. Visit the site at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil. Patrons can begin pre-registration through WebTrac, and then a CYS Services representative will contact them for an appointment to finalize the registration process. For more information, log on to https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/ or call (580) 442-3927 or 442-4836.
SKIES Unlimited offers classes for school-age students SKIES Unlimited offers instructional classes for children, from infancy to adolescence, who are registered with CYS Services. Current classes include: Martial Arts, Ballet, Piano, Dance, Guitar, Zumba, Swimming, Free Babysitting Courses, Baby Sign Language workshops and Golf. Enrollment is ongoing and classes are paid for on a monthly basis. Parents should sign-up their children before the first day of each month prior to starting. Payments are due within five business days from the first of each month. Visit www.sillmwr.com/skies.html for more information, or call (580) 442-4831 or 442-3927. Register online at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil. EDGE program looking for volunteers to teach The EDGE Program is in need of instructors for the following activities: Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Biking, Archery, Racquetball, Cooking, Aerobics, Zumba, Yoga, Calligraphy, Sewing, Tap Dance, Graphic Arts, Sailing, Wind Surfing, Kayaking and Canoeing. For more information, contact Janet Tippeconnic at (580) 4425952 or janet.tippeconnic@us.army.mil. Fort Sill Golf Course is open to the public The Fort Sill Golf Course is open to the public Tuesday through Friday for open play. Weekend play is still reserved for authorized users, family members and their guests. Currently hours of the course are from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. or from dawn to dusk. For more information, call the Pro Shop at (580) 442-5441. RecPlex offers variety of movies and games, dance lessons The RecPlex has a wide variety of movies available to show for the Friday Night Movie since the center now has an account with NetFlix and Gamefly. Gamefly will also provide games for the Xboxes with Kinect, Playstation 3, and Wii’s. The Recplex also offers 10 DirecTV’s with the NFL Ticket. The RecPlex also offers Latin and Swing dance classes. The group class is on Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, call the RecPlex at (580) 442-4824 or the instructor, Roberta Wilkinson, at (706) 7185315. Meeting rooms available at Nye Library Meeting rooms for larger groups are now available at Nye Library. The library has three meeting rooms that can hold up to 26 individuals each and can easily be converted to a larger space that holds up to 78 individuals. Assistance is also available for your projection and audio visual needs. Call 442-2048 to get the request form and reserve a room. Nye Library offers Story Time Wednesdays at 11 a.m., Thursdays at 2 p.m. Preschoolers and their parents are invited to enjoy stories and crafts every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. and Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. For more information, call (580) 442-2048.
Nye Library offers Kids Book Club Children, grades 3 through 6, interested in reading and discussing literature, are invited to join Nye Library every Wednesday from 4-5 p.m. for the Kid’s Book Club. Children will read out loud and then ask questions of their peers. Sign up at Nye Library and don’t forget to bring book recommendations. For more information, call (580) 442-3806. NEOS gaming system available for families at Co-Op Park The NEOS Wall and NEOS 360 electronic outdoor games are located at Co-Op Park, off Fort Sill Boulevard on Upton Road. NEOS is the world’s first electronic play systems for the playground. It combines the speed and reflex action of video games with the explosive movement of aerobic exercise to create the most physically challenging and exciting activity ever to hit your play space. Playing NEOS delivers a workout for the heart and lungs-not just the thumbs. Each NEOS play system offers multiple, high-thrill games for solo or team players. Every game presents a different set of challenges as player’s race each other-or the clock-to hit the blinking lights. The free games are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Cabins open for reservation at LETRA Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area has lakeside rustic, wood cabins available for reservation in three different sizes. The small cabins accommodate up to four people; the medium cabins accommodate up to six people; and large cabins accommodate seven people. The prices for the cabins are $55 for the small cabins; $65 for the medium cabins; and $75 for the large cabins. The cabins are available for reservation to all, but there is an additional $10 cost for civilians. The cabins come with all the amenities including furnishings; heat and air; a TV and DVD player; fully-stocked kitchens with dishes and silverware; and linens and towels. Reservations should be made up to two months in advance. For reservations or questions, call the Country Store, at (580) 442-5854. Adventure Travel offers discounted tickets Spring Break in Las Vegas. The flight out of Oklahoma City departs March 15. It’s a 3-night stay at the Riviera Hotel and Casino for $369 per person.* Bay of Banderas in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. The flight out of Dallas-Fort Worth departs March 3 for 5 nights at the Royal Decameron Costa Flamingos. The trip includes meals, drinks, and more for $648 per person.* Take a 7-night cruise to Mexico Feb. 26 aboard the Carnival Triumph. The ship departs out of New Orleans on Feb. 26 with ports of call at Belize, Isla Roatan and Cozumel. The cost is $459 per person.* Tickets for NASCAR racing at Texas Motor Speedway in April are coming soon. *All prices are per person, based on double occupancy and based on availability. Prices may change as space fills up. All prices are before taxes and port charges and based on availability, subject to change as space fills up. For all of your travel needs, visit Adventure Travel in the PX Mall, or call (580) 250-4040. These specials and more are available online on the website at www.adv-travel.com.
Rinehart Fitness Center offers Silver Sneakers Workout on Tuesday and Thursday Rinehart Fitness Center offers the new Silver Sneakers Workout on Tuesday and Thursday from 8-9 a.m. This circuit-training for older adults offers cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training. For more information, call (580) 442-6712 or visit www.sillmwr.com. Rinehart Fitness Center introduces its 3D Abs class Rinehart Fitness Center introduces its 3D Abs class. Experience an abdominal workout that is effective in toning and strengthening your core. Classes are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:30 a.m.-noon. For information, call (580) 442-2740. Goldner offers Turbo Kick classes Goldner Fitness Center now offers Turbo Kick Classes on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Turbo Kick is a combination of intense kickboxing and dance moves. It’s an ultimate cardiovascular workout that offers intense intervals, strength and endurance training with a relaxing cool-down. For more information, call (580) 442-2740. Goldner offers Cardio and Core Attack classes Goldner Fitness Center now offers Cardio and Core Attack classes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. This is athletic challenge that includes interesting drills, standing core work, kickboxing and more. For more information, call (580) 442-2740. Honeycutt Fitness Center offers Belly Dance classes Honeycutt Fitness Center offers Belly Dance classes Fridays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Belly dance is a non-impact, weight-bearing exercise and is suitable for all ages. Many of the moves involve isolations, which improves flexibility of the torso. The legs and long muscles of the back are strengthened by hip movements. For information, call (580) 442-5912. Little Java offers breakfast, lunch in Fort Sill Conference Center Little Java, in the Fort Sill Conference Center at 6045 Sheridan Road, formerly the Gunners Inn, offers appetite-pleasing breakfast and lunch menus at prices that can’t be beat. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and evenings, and weekends by reservation only. Little Java can even do small catered events. For more information, call 442-1874. Fort Sill Conference Center available for meetings, events The Fort Sill Conference Center is available for reservation at no cost for all military and Department of Defense personnel and their families. The center can also be used to conduct classes, Family Readiness Group meetings and many other events. The center hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and evenings, and weekends by reservation only. To reserve the Fort Sill Conference Center, call Jeffrey Jerles at (580) 442-3060, 442-6999 or online at www.sillmwr.com.
Recycle Center collects recyclables The Recycle Center, located on the corner of Mow-Way and Sheridan Roads, offers collection bins available 24 hours a day. Users are reminded that the Recycle Center is a collection point for recyclable materials only, not trash. All recyclable materials must be placed inside the collection bins. Items placed in the bins are not eligible for unit “Cash for Trash” credit. If you have questions about what is accepted or the unit “Cash for Trash” program, please call (580) 442-5712 or 585-7865. Rec Hut checks out sports equipment for patrons Feel like playing some tennis or skating, but don’t have the equipment? The Rec Hut can meet your needs. The Rec Hut (Bldg 602) is located next to Butner Field on Quinette Road, just south of the Patriot Club. Roller skates, roller blades and tennis racquets are available for check out with a picture ID. Equipment checkout is quick and easy. The Rec Hut is open during the following times: Friday from 6-10 p.m.; Saturday from 1-8 p.m.; and Sunday from 1-6 p.m. Other times are available by reservation. For reservations, call the Fort Sill Sports Office at (580) 442-3269 or 442-5623. Impact Zone offers fun throughout the week The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns Saturday, Feb. 5 with UFC 126. Long time Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva will fight to defend his title against Vitor Belfort in the main event. Silva is undefeated since entering the UFC and Belfort would like nothing more than to dethrone the champion. The fights begin at 9 p.m. There is no cover charge. Call 442-0355 for information. Java Café serves breakfast. Whether you’re powering up after a grueling PT or meeting the ladies for a cup of Starbuck’s coffee, Java Café can help you get your morning started right. Located inside Fort Sill’s Impact Zone, Java Café serves breakfast Monday through Friday from 7:30-10:30 a.m. The Java Café is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights until 10 p.m. and serves a full menu until close. Play all your favorite games at the Impact Zone. The IZ has Wii, foos ball, air hockey, pool tables and darts available to play. Patriot Club Barber Shop offers haircuts to Family & MWR patrons The Barber Shop inside the Patriot Club offers haircuts and styling to men and women, members and non-members. For more information, call 442-0883. Fort Sill Golf Course Mulligan’s Restaurant open to golfers, walk-ins Mulligan’s Restaurant, inside the Fort Sill Golf Club, is open for business. This informal and friendly restaurant is designed to give you exactly what you want-good food, a fun environment and a place to meet friends and family. Mulligan’s offers a complete breakfast menu. Golfers and walk-in customers may choose from a full menu of delicious burgers, sandwiches, and freshly tossed salad selections during the day. Mulligan’s, the Pro Shop restaurant, is open Tuesday through Sunday. Have your order ready when you get there, by calling it in at (580) 442-5391.
Twin Oaks Bowling Center offers specials throughout the week Monday is bowl for $1.75 all day long. Tuesday and Thursday are the Bowlopolis family special, starting at 2 p.m.; the last session starts at 8 p.m. Get a lane for up to six people with two hour shoe rental, one large one-topping pizza and two pitchers of soda for $25. Saturday night is head pin bowling. When a colored pin comes down in the #1 position, get a strike and you will get a coupon for a free game. The center offers party packages starting at $3.25 per person. Call (580) 442-2882 for information. Army Community Service offers Job Search Assistance and Resume Writing Class The Employment Readiness Program at Fort Sill is currently offering resume writing and career planning workshops to help military spouses enhance their job search. The ERP staff provides an overview of employment opportunities in the local community, assistance with federal employment application procedures, assistance in career planning and goal setting. In addition, job seekers will have access to computers for resume and application and a great collection of professional career books for reference. For those about to relocate who desire personal assistance, plan to see the Employment Readiness Program at your installation three months prior to relocation and during the first three months following your arrival at the new duty station. Call 442-4359 or 442-4681 to make your one-on-one appointment or to sign up for workshops. Family and MWR is looking for a few good volunteers Family and MWR is looking for volunteers for many programs across post and for various events throughout the year. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Army Community Service at (580) 442-4682. Army Community Service offers Individual Financial Counseling The ACS Financial Readiness program Personal Financial Counseling helps individuals and families manage finances, resolve financial problems and reach long-term goals such as buying a home and planning for retirement. Take control of your finances, reduce money-related stress and overcome the financial issues of military life. The Personal Financial Counselor can advise you on: Financial planning for deployment and beyond; Military benefits; Pay and entitlements; Individual or Family budgets; spending plans; Credit management and Credit cards; Debt liquidation; Consumer rights; and Military and community resources. The counselor can be reached at 442-3080. Outdoor Adventure Center rents equipment and reserves on-post parks The Outdoor Adventure Center has all the equipment you need to make the most of your outdoor time. The Center also reserves the five on-post picnic areas and parks. Medicine Creek Park, Ambrosia Springs Park, Quinette Park, Rucker Park and the Co-Op Park are available to reserve for your next family outing or unit function at no charge. The Outdoor Adventure Center is located in the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. Call (580) 355-8270 for more information.
Monthly Meetings The next Fort Sill Family and Community Team Session, Sill FACTS meeting, is Feb. 1 at the Fort Sill Conference Center beginning at 10 a.m. The meeting serves as a focal point for information exchange on matters of community interest and increases communication and interaction between Fort Sill units/directorates/activities. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, contact Cheryl Foster at (580) 442-3113. Caravan Club offers field trips for military children birth to 5 and their favorite big person. The Caravan Club is a great way for preschoolers and their families to enjoy educational field trips throughout Lawton Fort Sill, Southwest Oklahoma and North Texas. There are new and exciting trips available every month for military children and their caregivers. There is no cost for this activity, but pre-registration is required by calling 442-6458 or e-mailing lisa.jansenrees@us.army.mil with the name(s) and ages(s) of the children attending and name and cell number of accompanying parent. Newcomers/Start Right Orientation is presented on Tuesdays in Building 4700 starting at 8 a.m. This orientation is open to all newly assigned Soldiers and family members. No pre-registration is required to attend the briefing. For more information call (580) 442-2360. Volunteer Orientation, for all those interested in volunteering, to help them get started in the Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS). The orientation is held the first Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon in the Family & MWR Training Room, 4700 Mow-Way Road. Installation Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers meetings are the first and third Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Fort Sill Conference Center. The next meetings are Feb. 1 and 15, all who are interested are welcome to attend. Come discover all of the programs offered to Fort Sill’s Single Soldiers and geographical bachelors. For information, call the BOSS president at 442-6346. The Relocation Readiness Program has combined the Waiting Families and Culture Connection Group Meetings. Waiting Families provides support for spouses and families living in the Lawton Fort Sill area while separated from their service member for mission requirements. Culture Connection assists family members from other countries as they transition into the Lawton Fort Sill community. Family members can receive help in obtaining a drivers license, information on English classes, child care and more. For more information, call (580) 442-2360.
Upcoming Events: Fort Sill Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation will host the 2011 Mountains of Mayhem Bike Event March 5-6 and at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area. The cost is $15 for the Road Race (28 miles) on Saturday, March 5, $30 for the Mountain Bike Race (17-20 miles) on Sunday, March 6 and $35 for both. Those who registered on the day of the event, please add $5. Registration is now open at www.sillmwr.com and closes on March 4. For more information, call the Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Office at (580) 442-5623 or 442-3269. Make it a weekend and stay at LETRA. LETRA offers new modern, full-service cabins, along with RV spaces and tent campgrounds. Visit www.sillmwr.com/letra.html for details. You can event rent an RV for tent from the Fort Sill Family and MWR Outdoor Adventure Center. Visit www.sillmwr.com. Family and MWR Outdoor Recreation is providing a Deep Sea Fishing Trip to Port Aransas, TX. The cost is $185 and includes transportation, the 8-hour fishing trip and lodging. Participants are responsible for food and $16 fishing license. The trip is Friday, March 25 at 8 a.m.-Sunday, March 27 at 8 p.m. Registration ends March 4. Please reserve your spot now. For more information, contact Lara Patterson, (580) 442-3575 or lara.rigby@ us.army.mil.
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