June, 2011 Dueling Pianos “Live” at the Fort Sill Patriot Club on June 3 at 7:30 pm. Come out to the Patriot Club and experience the talents and fantastic fun performances of two premier pianists beginning at 7:30 p.m. It’s like seeing a DJ and two comedians all in one show. Enjoy the challenge of thousands of songs performed for audience participation. The show is open to the public and is free of charge. For more information, call 442-9480.
Community Dinner served June 3 at Patriot Club The Community Membership Dinner is June 3 at the Patriot Club. 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. RSVP by calling 442-4120. For information, call (580) 442-5300.
LETRA hosts Movies on the Beach June 4, 25 Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area hosts Movies on the Beach June 4 and 25. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a family-friendly movie on LETRA's beach after the sun sets. Entry to the park and the movie are free.
Diamond Brigade Run held June 4 at 8 a.m. The 32nd Annual Diamond Brigade Run is June 4 and the run starts at 8 a.m. in front of the New Post Chapel on the corner of Fort Sill Boulevard and Randolph Road. Participants can preregister by May 30 online at www.sillmwr.com. Race day registration is from 6-7:30 a.m. but race day registrants are not guaranteed a T-shirt. For more information, call the Fort Sill Sports Office at (580) 442-3269 or 442-5623.
Women get back to Nature with Outdoor Recreation Paddling June 4, 8 Beat the heat and the crowds with a morning paddle on the lake. Come for the enjoyment on the water or come to learn how to paddle a canoe or a kayak June 4 and 8 at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area. Paddling is from 8 a.m.-noon and registration ends June 1. There is a $3 cost for the event, which is part of the new Women in Nature program. Women, 18 and older, are invited to get outside and active with the paddling. The trip leaves from the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. For information, call (580) 442-3575.
LETRA hosts paddling June 5, July 24 Beat the heat and the crowds with a morning paddle on the lake at LETRA. Come for the enjoyment on the water or come to learn how to paddle a canoe or a kayak June 5, July 24 and Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Cost is $5 and registration ends day before the event. Patrons can register on the day of the event if there is space available.
Nye Library’s Adult Book Club June 5 at 2 p.m. Join Nye Library’s Adult Book Club June 5 at 2 p.m. This month's book is "Artemis Fowl,” by Eoin Colfer. Snacks and drinks are provided by a book club member. Bring your friends and book recommendations. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.
Fitness program offers new Zumba toning classes Zumba Toning starts June 7 from 9:30-10:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at Honeycutt Fitness Center. This fitness class combines Zumba steps with light-weight muscle building exercises in order to tone your body to look fabulous for the summer. For more information, call (580) 442-2740.
New C2 5K classes offered at 3-mile track beginning June 7 C2 5K or Couch to 5K starts June 7 from 6-7 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at the 3-mile track.
Participants will meet in the 3-mile track parking lot on Mow-Way Road. Learn and train on how to run a 5 K with the support of a trainer and running coach who will lead you in this program and end it with a 5K race around the 3-mile track on Sept 1. For more information, call (580) 442-2740.
ODR takes trip to Six Flags June 11, July 1 Outdoor Recreation will take a trip to Six Flags Over Texas June 11 from 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Travel south for a day of awesome rides, great shows, and incredible attractions. The cost is $40 per person and includes admission ticket and transportation. Other trips are slated July 1 and Aug. 20. Registration ends the Thursday before the trip date. Call 442-3575 for information.
Nye Library offers free movie matinee June 11 Join Nye Library for the free Saturday Matinee from 1-3 p.m. June 11 when they will show the movie "Spiderwick Chronicles,” (PG) based on the book by Tony DiTerlizzi. A guardian must remain with their children if they are under 8 years old or if the movie rating is PG or higher. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.
Couplehood workshop offered June 11 A Couplehood workshop is June 11 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Campus. This workshop helps couples who have participated in PAIRS go to the next level and learn to continue to shape and build their relationship. Register on-line at www.sillmwr.com or call Angela Shertle at (580) 442-6801. This event is free and open to the public. Free child care is available for military families. Children are welcome to attend the classes.
PROPS offers children's theater experience Missoula Children's Theater, a nationally acclaimed educational-enhancement organization focusing on children's theater is coming to Fort Sill with PROPS, or Plays, Recitals, Orchestration, Plays and Stagecraft, for a week-long theatre experience from June 13-18. PROPS ends June 8, and the workshop is June 13-17, two shows of “Alice in Wonderland,” will be performed June 18 at 3 and 5:30 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Center, Auditorium, Building. 2934. Tickets will be issued for admission to both performances. For more information, call (580) 442-4831.
ODR offers White Water Rafting trip to Fort Carson Colorado June 16-19 Outdoor Recreation offers a White Water Rafting trip to Fort Carson, Colorado June 16-19. Learn to white water raft or enjoy it again with wild racing fun on the river. Cost for the trip is $230 and includes transportation and lodging. Registration ends June 3. Call (580) 442-3575 for information.
NAF Property Sale is June 16, 17 The next NAF Sale will be on June 16 and 17. The sale runs: Thursday, June 16, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. for active-duty military and their immediate families; Friday, June 17, from 10 a.m.-noon for active-duty military, retirees and their immediate families. And from noon-2 p.m. on June 17, the sale is open to the public. Items for sale are pedal boats, scoreboard, X-Box game system, hotdog machine, cotton candy machine, snow cone machine, popcorn machine, upholstered chairs, stackable chairs, folding tables, game tables and various odds and ends. For more information, call 442-6481.
Nye Library offers a Father-Child Social June 18 at 10 a.m. Kids of all ages can do something special for Dad for Father’s Day by taking him to the Father – Child Social June 18 at 10 a.m. to enjoy some light refreshments, make a special gift, and spend time with Dad at the library. Supplies are limited to 50 individuals so don’t forget to register at the circulation desk. Registration is underway. This is a come and go event, so come when you want and leave when you want. The event is open to the military community.
LETRA hosts monthly Fishing Tournament June 18 Everyone is invited to come out and test their fishing skills or just have some fun at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area’s Fishing Tournament June 18 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Participant will fish
for a different species each time out. A valid Oklahoma State Fishing license is required and can be purchased at the LETRA Country Store. The top three places will receive payouts. For more information, call (580) 442-5858.
Patriot Club offers Father’s Day Brunch June 19 Show Dad’s he’s number one by taking him to a scrumptious brunch June 19 at the Patriot Club. The Brunch will offer two seating times: the first seating will be 11 a.m. and the second seating will be at 12:30 p.m. The price for non-members is $18.50, for members the price is $18, for children 6 to 12 years the price is $7.50, while 5 and under are free. Reservations are required by Tuesday, June 14. For more information, please call (580)442-2020 or 442-2025. *Credit card information will be taken when reservation is booked. Reservations cancelled 72 hours in advance will not be charged. Walk-ins will be seated based on space availability.
CYSS offers Youth Golf Camp June 20 -21 The Youth Golf Camp is June 20 and 21 from 8:30 a.m.-noon. A second camp will be offered at the same times Aug. 1 and 2. The camp is open to youth ages 7-14. Cost is $25 and covers green fee, use of clubs (you may bring personal clubs if you have them), T-shirt, golf item and lunch on second day of each camp. The camp is limited to 30 participants per camp; register for one camp only. Registration ends June 13 for first camp and July 25 for second camp. Participants must be registered with CYSS and have a current sports physical prior to registration. Call Parent Central Services for registration appointment at 580-442-3927/4836 or log onto webrac at https://webrac.mwr.army.mil. For more information contact Youth Sports at 580-442-5926.
Nye Library offers free computer class June 21, 25 If you are interested in learning about family internet Safety, Nye Library offers a free class June 21 and 25 at 1 p.m. The class is designed to help you and your family to stay safe while using the internet. Sign up at the circulation desk to reserve your space. Class size is limited to 15 individuals. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.
Family and Soldier Support Training June 22 Join Army Community Service Family Support Training 8:45am - 4:00pm at RTC June 22 from 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m. for the Family and Soldier Support Training, a day of training on FRG Leadership. Topics include FRG Basics, Roles and Responsibilities, Resources, Funding and more. The training is geared for FRG leaders, commanders and rear detachment commanders, but anyone involved with the FRG may attend in an effort to have a better understanding. Child care is available if reservations are made by June 6. Contact David Carnahan for more information or to sign up call (580) 442-0653 or e-mail david.carnahan@us.army.mil.
7 Habits of Highly Effective Military Families program offered June 23, 24 ACS offers the 7 Habits for Highly Effective Military Families program June 23 and 24. The program is based on the best-selling books by Dr. Stephen Covey. Free workbooks and planning calendars are available for those who attend. Pre-registration is required and those who register before June 2 receive free child care. Register online at www.sillmwr.com or at the ACS Office in Building 4700. Military life isn't easy. Learn how to identify strengths and weaknesses within your unique family, establish a family mission statement and identify priorities. Find easy ways to build lasting traditions and celebrate the differences in your family members. This class will help you effectively communicate with your family members and meet fellow Soldiers and families. Come learn The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Military Families: Being Proactive, Begin with the End in Mind, Put First Things First, Think Win-Win, Listen First, Talk Second, Synergize and Sharpen the Saw. For more information, contact Angela Schertle at (580) 442-6801 or 442-5018.
Final Friday is June 24 at Patriot Club
The 75th Fires Brigade will host Final Friday on June 24. Final Friday is a monthly leaders’ call in
order to build personal and professional relationships and further the concept of Team Sill Oklahoma Pride. Join the 75th FB for Final Friday and enjoy free finger foods, pool, darts, drink specials and much more. Final Fridays are held at the Patriot Club’s Backbone Lounge and are open to everyone. The event starts at 4 p.m. For information or to sponsor an event, call 442-5300.
Nye hosts Puppet Theatre June 24 Nye Library will offer the Puppet Theatre June 24 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.
Outdoor Recreation offers a paintball day trip June 25 Get out and get moving with the Outdoor Recreation Summer programs when they take a trip to the Arena Paintball Pro in Lawton June 25, July 16 and Aug. 13 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Participants must be over the age of 10. The cost of the trip is $20 and includes transportation, gear rental, field fees and 500 paint rounds. Registration ends two days before the trip date. Registration ends two days before the trip date. For more information, call Lara Patterson at (580) 442-3575.
Tickets on sale now for Army Concert Tour featuring Miranda Lambert July 2 Tickets are on sale now for the 2011 Army Concert Tour Saturday, July 2 at the Fort Sill Polo Field with country superstar Miranda Lambert headlining the show. The concert, which occurs before Monday's July 4 celebration, will kick off the Independence Day celebration. The gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:20 p.m. Lambert will headline the concert along with special guests Merle Haggard and Stoney LaRue. The concert is open to the public and tickets are available at Stripes stores in Lawton, Duncan, Altus and Wichita Falls, Crutcher's Western Wear, Mega Cleaners and online at www.sillmwr.com. On Fort Sill, tickets are available at the Welcome Center (bldg 4700), Twin Oaks Bowling Center, the Impact Zone and Little Java Café. Advanced ticket price is $35 and tickets will cost $40 at the gate. For more information, call (580) 442-2025.
ODR offers an Illinois River paddling/camping trip to Tahlequah July 8-10 Outdoor Recreation is going to do an Illinois River Paddling/Camping trip to Tahlequah, OK July 8-10. The trip leaves Friday at 1 p.m. and runs through Sunday at 4 p.m. Participants will enjoy an 8-10 mile canoe trip down the Illinois River with camping and all that goes with it. This trip is sure to be good family fun without the hassle of planning. Cost is $45 and includes paddling, camp site and transportation Registration ends June 24. Call (580) 442-2575 for more information.
Summer Reading Program underway at Nye Library Nye Library has some fantastic reading opportunities for kids in June and July. Register your children, birth through teens, at our Summer Reading Program any time through July 21. Parents must come in to sign the registration forms and pick up the information before their children can participate in the Summer Reading Program. The program is open to the military community.
Youth Competitive Swim Team runs through August Youth, ages 18 and under; are invited to join the Youth Competitive swim team. The cost, which is $65, covers goggles, swimsuit, swimmers cap, trophy and T-shirt. Participants new to the team must tryout before registering. Call Youth Sports at (580) 442-5926 for the tryout date. Space is limited. Participants must have a sports physical that is current through the swim season prior to registration. Contact Parent Central Services at (580) 442-3927 or 442-4836 for a registration appointment or log on to webrac to https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil.
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.
Fitness in the Park offered Saturdays at Elmer Thomas Park The Lawton Fort Sill community is invited to get active with the Fitness in the Park classes. The free classes are from 9-10 a.m. every Saturday at the lakeside stage on the east side of Elmer Thomas Park. The free classes are offered to the community through a partnership with Fort Sill Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Fit Kids of Southwest Oklahoma, Lawton Parks and Recreation and the Comanche County Health Department. Each Saturday will be a different class to encourage families to find something they enjoy doing together and to get everyone outside and active together. For more information, call (580) 442-6175.
CYSS extended hours for evening, weekend child care The School Age Center and Grierson Child Development Center will be open Friday, June 3 from 711 p.m. for the Friday special opening and Saturday, June 18 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) 442-3927.
EFMP offers activities in June
• The Exceptional Family Member Program families are going to Castaway Cove Water Park in Wichita Falls, Saturday, June 4. Transportation and tickets are provided. The group will meet in the east parking lot of Building 4700, and the bus will leave at 10 a.m. Lunch can be purchased at the park or families can pack their lunch. Please call to register, (580)442-4916. • An Autism Concepts workshop on Toilet Training, June 28 at the Resiliency Training Campus from 11:30-1 p.m. The training is open to anyone interested in attending. To register, call (580)442-4916.
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 through from 2- 10 p.m.; and the center is closed Tuesday and Wednesday For information, call (580) 442-5152.
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, 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 4423927. 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) 442-5952 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 a.m.–9 p.m. or from dawn to dusk. For information, call the Pro Shop, 442-5441.
RecPlex offers variety of movies and games 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. Come out and test your gaming skills. The RecPlex has weekly tournaments each Saturday in May and prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place. All tournaments are free. Contact the RecPlex at 442-4824 for more information.
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 4:30-5:30 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; fullystocked 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 Adventure Travel offers discounted tickets for several great trips and vacations including: • Kauai Air out of DFW departing on June 16. The trip is five nights at the Aston Islander on the Beach and includes round trip airport and hotel transfers for $959 per person with double occupancy.* • Las Vegas Air out of OKC departing June 20. The trip is three nights at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino for $349 per person with double occupancy.* • Caribbean Cruise trip for seven nights aboard Carnival's Triumph departing out of New Orleans on June 4. Ports include: Belize, Mahogany Bay in Roatan and Cozumel for $784 per person with double occupancy.* • Riviera Maya Air out of DFW departing on June 2 is a three-night stay at Barcelo Maya Beach & Caribe. It includes meals, drinks and more for $399 per person with double occupancy.* • *All prices are per person, based on double occupancy and based on availability. All prices are before taxes and port charges, subject to change as space fills up. • Tickets are now on sale for OU Sooners and Dallas Cowboys football games. Get tickets now to make sure you get good seats to any home game. • Adventure Travel has tickets to the World Cup of Softball games July 21-25 for $8-13 each. Tickets will go quickly so get yours now. • Do you summer plans include a trip to a nearby amusement park or water park? Visit Adventure Travel first to get big savings on many attractions (our Six Flags tickets save you over $25 off the gate price). • Adventure Travel has tickets to various amusement parks and water parks in this area at greatly discounted prices for military. Also, order tickets for Disneyworld before you head to Orlando and save more than 50 percent off the gate price for 4-day park-hopper passes, priced at just $138 per person to salute the military. For all of your travel needs, and tickets to nearby amusement parks and water parks, check out Adventure Travel now located in the Welcome Center, 4700 Mow-Way Road, just inside the north entrance. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday, or stop by our Central Mall location on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. call the office at (580) 250-4040 or visit them on the web at www.adv-travel.com.
Rinehart Fitness Center offers Stroll and Stride Workout on Tuesday and Thursday Everyone is invited to Stroll and Stride on Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the 3-mile track, off Mow-Way Road. Learn how to exercise and make your walk more interesting and effective. Use the stroller as resistance, socialize with other parents and have fun with your children. For more information, call (580) 442-6712 or visit www.sillmwr.com.
Rinehart Fitness Center offers 3D Abs class Rinehart Fitness Center offers a 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 (580) 442-3060 or reserve 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 Impact Zone opens Monday through Friday from 4 p.m., and on Saturday at 6 p.m. • Come out to watch the Heavyweight Showdown of Junior dos Santos vs. Shane Carwin in the UFC 131 match at the Impact Zone Saturday. June 11 at 8 p.m. There is no cover charge. For more information, call (580) 442-0355. • 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 7:3010:30 a.m. • The Java Café is open for lunch Monday through Friday; on Wednesday from 4:30-9 p.m.; and on 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. • Thursday is 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. • All specials at the bowling center are offered on a space-available basis because only 18 of the 36 lanes are currently open due to the fire system construction. Current league play will have first priority and open play will be available on any available lanes. • 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 are 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, SillFACTS meeting, is June 7 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. There is no July meeting. 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, Room 216 starting at 8 a.m. This orientation is open to all newly assigned Soldiers and family members. No preregistration is required to attend the briefing. For more information call (580) 442-2360. • Volunteer Orientation, for all those interested in volunteering, helps them get started in the Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS). The orientation is conducted on an as-neededbasis. For more information, call ACS at 442-4916. • for all those interested in volunteering, to 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 June 7 and 21, 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
• U.S. Army Entertainment along with Fort Sill's Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation presents the 2011 Army Concert Tour Saturday, July 2 at the Fort Sill Polo Field featuring country superstar Miranda Lambert with special guests Merle Haggard and Stoney LaRue. The gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:20 p.m. The concert is open to the public. • Military Appreciation and Family Fun Day is July 16 at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area. The event is open to all military and their families and Co-Op partners. • Sign-up for Twin Oaks Bowling Center's Summer Bowling Camp, which happens July 11-15. The event takes place from 1-4 p.m. and is open to children, ages 6 to 17 years old. The cost of the camp is $25 per child. If you'd like to have a camp T-shirt it's $8 extra. Camp will include bowling, shoe rental, daily snack, and instructions from a certified coach. Don't miss your chance. Camp is limited to the first 100 registered kids. To register, call (580) 442-2882 or visit www.sillmwr.com. • Interested in learning more about Facebook? Nye Library offers a free Facebook 101 class to help you learn the basics of Facebook. Classes are July 23 and 26, from 1-3 p.m. Class size is limited to 15 individuals. Children must be 10 years or older and children 10-11 must be accompanied by a guardian. Children 18 and younger must have their guardian sign them up. Participation is primarily for the military community. For more information, call (580) 442-2048 or 442-3806. • ODR will take a trip to Turner Falls State Park in Davis, OK, which is nestled in the Arbuckle Mountains July 30 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Spend the day at this adventurous and family-friendly destination and enjoy activities like hiking, swimming, exploring rock formations, and visiting the 77foot waterfall. Cost is $15 and registration ends two days before the trip date. For more information, contact Lara Patterson at (580) 442-3575 or lara.rigby@us.army.mil.
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