VOLUME 4, ISSUE 2 | DEC. 2012
WWW.FTWAINWRIGHTFMWR.COM | Directorate of Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation.
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PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 3709 | 353-7223
HOLIDAY BREAK OPEN ICE SKATING December 22, 2012-January 7, 2013 1330-1600
Closed Christmas & New Years Day. Free Skate Rental December 24 and 31.
SANTA SCORCHER December 22, 1000 Two hour fitness class that will have four, 30-minute sessions of Turbo Kick, Spin, Yoga, and Zumba. No cost. Limited to the first 28 participants who sign up.
FITNESS CLASSES
All fitness classes are held at the PFC. For more information, call 353-7223/9137.
HOUR OF POWER: GROUP STRENGTH Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12–12:45 p.m.
TURBO KICK
Wednesdays: 5–6 p.m.
YOGA FOR ATHLETES Tuesdays 6-7 p.m. Saturdays 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
YOGA FOR BEGINNERS Thursdays 6–7 p.m.
CORE TRAINING
Monday & Wednesdays 5:30–6:30 a.m.
FIT MAMA PREGNANCY GROUP Tuesdays 11 a.m.
GROUP CYCLING
Mondays & Wednesdays: 12 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 a.m. & 5 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m.
ZUMBA
Mondays & Thursdays: 6 p.m. Saturdays: 1 p.m. Zumba classes are $7 each or purchase a 10 punch class card for $70 and receive the 11th class at no cost.
YOUTH SPORTS Bldg. 1049 #1 | 353-7482
Indoor Soccer Ages
5-18
Reg. Dates
10/22-1/4
Parent’s Meeting
Season
1/16, 5:30 p.m.
1/22–4/6
Cost $55
Coaches needed! If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please call 353-7482.
Developmental indoor Soccer
Developmental Indoor Soccer is a program in which parents are involved with their children in helping them to develop the basic skills of Indoor Soccer, while helping us to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Each session is limited to 15 participants.
Ages
Reg. Dates
Session
Cost
3-4
10/22-1/4
1/28–3/7
$20
Sessions Available: Mondays: 6-6:45 p.m.
Tuesdays: 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Tuesdays: 6-6:45 p.m.
Wednesdays: 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Wednesdays: 6-6:45 p.m.
Thursdays: 6-6:45 p.m.
All youth must be registered with CYS Services and have an up-to-date physical on file in order to enroll for any sport. To register, go to Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049, Suite 2. For more information, call 353-7482 or 353-7713.
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The celebration includes ice skating, door prizes, a visit from Santa, children’s activities, and entertainment. Don’t miss out! For more information call 353-7223.
BIRCH HILL SKI/SNOW BOARD AREA Bldg. 1172 | p:353-1998
BIRCH HILL SKI/SNOWBOARD AREA
2012/2013 SEASON
HOURS OF OPERATION
**SEASON PASSES
Friday................................................................... Noon to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday....................................... Noon to 8 p.m. Monday - Wednesday................................................. CLOSED Thursdays in February and March 2013 ............ 4 to 8 p.m.
EARLY BIRD
REGULAR
(10/22- 11/25)
(11/26–3/31, 2013)
Family Pass....................$470......................... $525 Adult Pass......................$195......................... $250 Youth Pass (17 & under)....$140......................... $195
CONTACT INFORMATION
Recorded Ski Info....................................................... 353-7053 Equipment Issue.......................................................... 353-6795 Ski & Snowboard School.......................................... 353-9131 Manager/Lodge Rental............................................ 353-1998
** Available to all authorized users except non-military affiliated civilians. Season passes are non-refundable.
SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL Private Lessons Group Lessons
HOLIDAY HOURS/SCHOOL BREAK Dec. 21 - Jan. 6 Christmas Break................... Noon to 8 p.m. Jan. 21 Martin Luther King Day...................... Noon to 8 p.m. Feb. 18 President’s Day.................................... Noon to 8 p.m. Mar. 8–17 Spring Break.................................. Noon to 8 p.m. Christmas Eve & New Years Eve..................... Noon to 4 p.m. Christmas Day & New Years Day..................................Closed March Madness........................................March 29–31, 2013 Last Day of Ski Season ................................. March 31, 2013
DoD Card Holders $65 $45
Non DoD Card Holders $75 $55
Downhill ski and snowboard lessons are offered throughout the season on Saturdays and Sundays at 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Each session lasts 90 minutes and includes equipment rental and lift ticket. For more information or to make a reservation, call 353-9131.
MILITARY SKI TRAINING
Fridays ................................................................. 1 to 3:30 p.m.
LIFT PASS FEES DoD Card Holder E1-5/GS1-5 NF1-2
DoD Card Holder E6-9/01-4 GS6-13/NF3-5
Non-DoD Card Holder
Adults all day...........................$17................................... $22................................ $35 Adults after 4 p.m....................$11................................... $17................................ $25 Youth (7-17) all day................$13................................... $17................................ $25 Youth (7-17) after 4 p.m........$9..................................... $11................................ $20 6 & Under or 70+...................Free.................................. Free................................ $7 Bunny Hill...................................$8..................................... $8................................... $8
YOUTH SKI DAYS January 19-21, March 10-12, and March 13-15, 2013 DoD Card Holders: $120
Non DoD Card Holders: $130
EQUIPMENT RENTAL (includes a bunny ticket) DoD Card Holder Rate
Alpine Ski System Snowboard & Boots Snowboard Boots Board Only
Rate 1 $20/all day $20/all day $11/all day $17/all day
Rate 2 $13 after 4 p.m. $13 after 4 p.m. $8 after 4 p.m. $11 after 4 p.m.
DOG SLED CLINIC RIDES January 13 and February 10, 2013 Call 353-9131 for information.
Non DoD Card Holder Rate
Alpine Ski System Snowboard & Boots Snowboard Boots Board Only
Rate 1 $22/all day $22/all day $13/all day $19/all day
* PERSONAL SLEDS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON BIRCH HILL! ID CARD MUST BE SHOWN TO RECEIVE PASS.
Rate 2 $15 after 4 p.m. $15 after 4 p.m. $10 after 4 p.m. $13 after 4 p.m.
TUBE HILL LIFT PASS FEES (Includes Lift Pass and Tube)
DoD Card Holder E1-5/GS1-5 NF1-2
1 Hour 2 Hours 3 Hours
DoD Card Holder E6-9/01-4 GS6-13/ NF3-5
$7 $11 $15
$8 $12 $18
Non-DoD Card Holder
$9 $13 $20
15 Hour punch card $77 All tubing passes and punch cards expire March 31, 2013. There will be no refunds for unused passes or punch cards*. The Tube Hill closes at -20 degrees for your safety.
The Tube Hill is open Saturdays and Sundays 1300-1900 and (special days for winter break) December 26, 28, January 2, 4. No experience is necessary simply hop in your tube, push off,and enjoy the ride down one of our 800 foot long runs. A tube lift makes the ride back to the top easy. There are risks associated with this activity including, but not limited to: speed; changing weather; terrain; surface and sub-service conditions; collisions with other tubers, natural and man-made objects; and lack of directional and speed control. By purchasing a tubing ticket you assume the risk of all injuries!* Minimum age requirement is 5 years old and height requirement is at least 40 inches tall. Five and six years old must be accompanied by an adult in a separate tube. Remember, this is a Snow Tube Park and when closed may not be used as a sledding hill!
BIRCH HILL EVENTS: Family Tubing Day
December 15 Set fee of $20 for DoD card holder families, $30 for non. IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY
3rd Annual Christmas Eve Party December 24 in the Lodge.
Rail Jam Competition
December 29: 1400 --free event sign-up (does not include lift pass or equipment).
OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER
SNOWMACHINE SAFETY COURSE
Bldg. 4050 | 361-6349
Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/FWAODR ICE CLIMBING
12/1, 1/18, 0700-1800 Cost: $25/person Experience Alaska in a whole new way; ice climb with us on frozen waterfalls! No experience needed, our guides will have you swinging ice tools and kicking crampons right up these frozen pillars in no time! We provide all equipment. You just need to bring food, water and warm clothes!
SNOWMACHINE THE WHITE MOUNTAINS
12/1, 1/5, 0800-1700 $75/person Take a snow machine run to the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Trip departs from the ORC at 8:30 am. We will provide transportation, snow machines and helmets. Be sure to bring your camera, warm coat, gloves, boots, daypack with bungee cord, lunch, snacks and drinks.
LUNCH SKI AND SOUP
12/6, 1/10, 1200-1300 Cost: $5/person Take advantage of the fleeting daylight by joining us at lunch for a ski around our Glass Park Trails. Skis, boots, poles and hot soup for lunch are provided. We will also have staff on hand if you need a quick ski lesson!
12/8, 1/12 0900 and 1300 No cost. For ages 18+ Participants will be issued a Snow Machine Safety Card at the conclusion of the course. This class is required to rent snow machines from the Outdoor Recreation Center.
WITW SNOWSHOE AND SOAK
12/8, 0900-1700 $20/person Must be 18+ to enter the rock pool for this trip. In our first Women in the Wilderness trip of the season, we’ll be strapping on the snowshoes and venturing out into the Chena State Recreation Area. After our snowshoe hike, we’ll head to the Chena Hot Springs Resort where we’ll be able to soak in the outdoor rock pool. We provide transportation, snowshoe equipment and instruction. Remember warm clothes, lunch, water, swimwear and a towel for the hot spring!
STILES CREEK SNOWMACHINE TRIP
12/15, 0800-1700 Cost: $75/person We will provide transportation, snowmachine and helmet. Bring your lunch, snacks, drinks and cold weather clothing. If the temperature drops below -10 degrees we will try to postpone to a warmer date.
CHENA RIVER SKI
12/15, 1000-1700 Cost: $10/person Come out and enjoy a day skiing on the river with our staff. All cross country ski equipment is provided and we can even give you a lesson to get you started. Bring warm clothes, water and lunch in a small backpack.
FAMILY ½ DAY SNOWSHOE
12/16, 1300-1500 Cost: $5/person Beat the winter blues by bringing the family out for an afternoon of snowshoeing. We provide all equipment, you just need to bring your warm clothes and water!
FAMILY SNOW MACHINE RUN
12/16, 1/13, 1300-1500 Drivers must be 18+ Cost: $25/operator. No cost for passengers (must be age 8+). Our staff will take the lead as you experience your backyard in a new way! Be sure to bring your camera, warm coat, gloves, boots, daypack with bungee cord, snacks and drinks. We will provide Snow machine and helmets.
XC SKI AT BIRCH HILL
12/19, 1300-1600 Cost: $5/person Come along and ski some of the best XC trails around at Birch Hill. We provide and equipment and instruction if you need it. Bring along warm clothes and some water!
FULL MOON SKI
FORT WAINWRIGHT SNOWMACHINE RUN
12/19, 20, 26, 27 1300-1500 Drivers must be 18+ Cost: $25/operator. No cost for passengers (must be age 8+). Our staff will take the lead as you experience your backyard in a new way! Be sure to bring your camera, warm coat, gloves, boots, daypack with bungee cord, snacks and drinks. We will provide Snow machine and helmets.
INTERIOR ALASKA ICE FISHING
12/22, 0800-1700 Cost: $45/person. An Alaska State Fishing License is required! If you are new to ice fishing then here is your chance to see how it’s done. We will provide transportation, rod & reel, bait, ice fishing hut with wood stove and the know-how to get you started. If the temps drop to -20 degrees or lower we will attempt to postpone to a warmer day.
EXPLORE THE LOCAL SKI TRAILS 12/12, 1/12, 1100-1500 Cost: $5/person. Glide along with us and check out trails you may not have known about. We provide all the ski equipment you need as well instruction if you’ve never skied before. Warm clothes and water are a must for this fun day on skis!
12/28, 1800-2100 Cost: $10/person. Get out for an enjoyable evening under the full moon as we ski around the Fairbanks Area. Bring warm clothes, head lamp and water. We provide all ski equipment and instruction for this trip.
WICKERSHAM DOME SNOWSHOE
12/29, 0900-1600 Cost: $10/person. Head north of Fairbanks and snowshoe Wickersham Dome with Outdoor Rec. No experience necessary. We provide snowshoes and instruction. All you need to bring is water, lunch and warm clothes.
COMPEAU’S TRAIL SNOW MACHINE TRIP
12/29, 0800-1700 Cost: $75/person. The staff at the Outdoor Recreation Center will be making a snow machine run on the Compeau’s Trail in the Chena River State Recreation Area. The trail begins down in the river valley and eventually winds its way to the ridge tops. We will provide transportation, snow machine and helmet. You bring your lunch, snacks, drinks, boots, gloves and cold weather clothing. If the temperature drops below -10 degrees we will try to postpone to a warmer date.
WITW - THE WHITE MOUNTAINS XC DAY SKI
1/19, 0900-1600 Cost: $10/person. There simply is no better way to explore the winter landscape of interior Alaska than by cross country ski. We will head out to some fantastic trails to explore and enjoy the brief winter sunlight. Never skied before? No problem! Our staff will have you gliding along in no time. Ski equipment is provided, you simply bring warm clothes, water and lunch.
FAMILY ½ DAY SKI 1/20, 1300-1500 Cost: $5/person. Get the family out for a fun afternoon trying out cross country skiing in Glass Park. No experience necessary. Bring warm clothes and water, we provide the skis and snow!
ANGEL CREEK OVERNIGHT
1/19-20, 0800-1700 Cost: $160/person On this trip we will snow machine the trails off Chena Hot Springs Road by day, at night you can relax at the lodge or take a warm soak at the Hot Springs. We provide transportation, snowmachines, helmets, lodging and meals. You bring warm clothing, boots, gloves and a towel if you plan to take a warm soak. Reservations must be made by January 4th!
1/26, 0800-1700 Cost: $75/person. A Women in the Wilderness snowmachine run to the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Meet our staff at 8 am. at the ORC. Trip departs at 8:30 am. We will provide transportation, snowmachines and helmets. Be sure to bring your camera, warm coat, gloves, boots, daypack with bungee cord, lunch, snacks and drinks.
ALYESKA SKI/ SNOWBOARD ADVENTURE
1/25-27, departs at 5 p.m. Cost: $200/person. Alyeska is a world class ski/snowboard destination that has an average of almost 650” of snow a year! We will drive down on Friday evening and ride powder all day Saturday. On Sunday we will return to Ft. Wainwright. We provide transportation, lodging and a lift ticket. You provide your own food, ski/snowboard gear (bring your own or rent), and warm clothes.
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING LESSONS Please call to arrange lessons with the instructor at 361-2652. Age: 10+ Cost: $5/person Lessons are offered all winter long starting in November and equipment is provided. Sessions run between 45 minutes and an hour. If the temperatures hits below -10°F, lessons will be postponed to a warmer date.
POST LIBRARY Bldg. 3700 | 353-2642
ARE YOUR PAPERS DUE?
Are you nearing the end of the semester? Tutoring is available at the Library by appointment. Please call 353-4137 for more information.
12/7, 1600 National Miner’s Day The history of the miner is the history of our country. We’ll have stories and a cookiemining activity. Yum!
12/5, 1630 Bonjour! Comment allez-vous? Hear SPC Amari from the 1-28 INF a story in French. We’ll decorate our passports and try some very tasty cultural cookery! This is a free event open to all Soldiers, their Families and all DoD Cardholders.
No Story Hour December 21 and 28.
MULTICULTURAL STORY HOUR: FRANCAIS!
Share the gift of literacy with your family through the holidays and beyond! For our Soldiers:
The holidays are coming and most of us are far from family. Make an appointment to read a story on camera to send to your brother, sister, daughter, son, etc. for the holidays! We provide the spot, the camera, the book and the DVD you just take it to the Post Office to send. What a great gift idea!
AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER For all your auto needs.
353-7436
Bldg. 3730 Stop by to learn how to winterize your vehicle!
STORY HOUR & CRAFTS
12/14, 1600 So many holidays! Come for an hour to relax, listen to some cheery stories and make some holiday crafts with your children.
SADD
SOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING
353-6610 For a free ride home.
Brought to you by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers. Weekend Hours: Friday and Saturday 2200 to 0400 Training Holiday Weekend Hours: Thursday through Sunday 2200 to 0400
TOW TRUCK SERVICES available 24 hours 590-1716
THE WARRIOR ZONE Bldg. 3205 | 353-1087 The Warrior Zone is open to DoD card holders ages 18+
THE WARRIOR ZONE BIRTHDAY AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS PARTY DECEMBER 15, 8 P.M. Live DJ, free food, great drink specials, and tons of giveaways. POOL TOURNAMENT December 1, Sign Up at 1800, play starts at 1900
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM
December 8, Sign Up at 1800, play starts at 1900
NOT SO SILENT NIGHT WINTER PARTY December 8, 1800-2300 The Warrior Zone, Bldg. 3205 (Open to DoD card holders ages 18+)
BRIGADE-WIDE CANNED FOOD DRIVE
Collections will take place all month long at every company. Please drop off items with a B.O.S.S. representative.
Please note that all events and activities are offered to B.O.S.S. members. For more information, call 353-7648.
ACS will be closed December 24, 31.
ACS TREE TRIMMING December 7, 1300 FRG Leaders are welcome to bring an ornament to put on the ACS Holiday Tree that represents their unit.
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION & INFORMATION FAIR
December 12, 0900-1530 LFCAC, Building 1044 Garrison Newcomers Orientation provides information for Soldiers, Family members and Civilians new to FWA within 60 days. Mandatory for Soldiers. Spouses and Civilians are strongly encouraged to attend.
AFTB BIRTHDAY
December 14, 1100-1300 Food Court, PX
EFMP RESPITE CARE
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) respite care is a program that provides a temporary rest period for Family members responsible for regular care of persons with disabilities. Eligibility is based on EFMP enrollment and EFM’s medical or educational condition. For info, call 353-4243.
All ACS classes are held in the training room of building 3401 unless otherwise noted. They are offered at no cost. Advance registration is required. Class may be cancelled if minimum of 5 participants is not met. For more information, call 353-4227.
Want to set up a Private Organization on Post?
In order to be recognized as a Fort Wainwright Private Organization you must establish and submit the required Private Organization packet. For information and packet processing, please contact the Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor at 353-7740.
Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor Bldg. 1045 basement Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-7740
What are Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS?
Family and MWR locally funds dividends to Units for the collective benefit of all unit members for off-duty morale, welfare and recreational purposes; all unit members must have the opportunity to participate in the activity supported with unit funds dividends. The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, through the NAF Support Management Division, maintains all Unit Funds. Please call the Unit Funds Advisor for more information and instructions on establishing and maintaining Unit Funds (907) 353-7765. Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS Family and MWR Unit Funds Advisor Bldg. 1045 basement Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-7765 WAINDFMWRFMO@us.army.mil
NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER Bldg. 3702 | 353-2654
NEW YEAR’S EVE ROCK & BOWL 12/31, 2000-0200 Ring in the New Year with live music, Cosmic Bowling, food & drink specials with complimentary hors d’ oeuvres, party favors, and of course, a countdown and a toast to ring in 2013. Reservations required.
FREE GAMES FOR A’S!
Weekdays, 1500-2100 Show us an ‘A’ on an assignment or report card and we give you a free game! For students in grades K through 12.
HOLIDAY WINE TASTING
Gold Rush Lounge 12/6, 1700-1900 Cost: $15/person Join us after work for a fantastic sampling of local and national wines with perfectly paired snack-a-tizers. Chat with winemakers and vendors, discover that perfect bottle for your holiday celebrations and enter to win door prizes.
ARMY VS NAVY
12/8, 1100 Fom Lincoln Field in Philadelphia, enjoy drink and appetizer specials in the Gold Rush Lounge.
SOLDIER BOWL!
12/12, 1700-2100 All active duty Soldiers bowl for free! Bring your friends and have some fun as we recognize you for your selfless service.
WINTER BOGO!
12/22 It’s the first day of Winter and we know you’re all ready to play inside! Enjoy Buy One, Get One Free (BOGO) Bowling all day.
THIS MONTH’S MOTHER LODE CAFE SPECIAL: FANTASTIC FRENCH DIP!
Fill up on tender roast beef piled high on a six-inch hoagie roll served au jus with side salad and large fountain drink. All for only $8.
LUNCHTIME FUN WITH HEAD-PIN BOWLING! 1100-1400 Let us serve your lunch lane side while you try your skill at striking a frame with a colored head-pin to win a free game! Just $2.50 per game, shoes included.
GOLD RUSH LOUNGE
Drink Special: Christmastini! American Harvest Organic Vodka layered with Goldschlager and a candy cane stir stick!
Enjoy our big screen TVs with great appetizers and a fine selection of craft beers on tap, top shelf liquors, comfy couches, free billiards and Wi-Fi! Enjoy our special Wednesdays After Work Hungry Hour, 1700-1900. Half-price appetizers including our all new Buffalo Wings!
COSMIC BOWL
Friday & Saturday nights, 2000-0100 Join us for an awesome entertainment experience! With a live DJ Saturday nights, stylish Cosmic Bowling is a non-stop, high-fiving, total sensory overload, and an unforgettably good time.
Birthday Party, Hale & Farewell, Off-Sites, Organization Day, Unit FUNctions! We host them all right here at your Nugget Lanes Bowling Center. Call for info or stop by for a personal tour and meeting with one of our FUNction specialty planners. Two new private party rooms are ready! Come check ‘em out!
TOWN HALL MEETING
PARENT APPRECIATION DINNER AT THE YOUTH CENTER
12/7, 1800-2000 Join us for a delicious dinner and explore the youth center and learn about the activities available for your child. Meet the staff or simply come and hang out with your 6th - 12th grade youth. Call 361-5437 for more information.
12/14, 1830 Youth Center, Bldg. 4109 Leadership opportunities! Come to a meeting at the youth and have your voice heard about issue affecting you in the youth center, on post, and as a military youth.
DISCO ROLLER SKATING
12/24, 1300-1800 Too excited to sit still? Skate to music and disco lights at the Youth Center. Parents always welcome!
CHRISTMAS SCHOOL BREAK December 26-28, January 2-4 For participants in grades 6-12. How are you going to spend your Christmas vacation? Laying around watching TV? No! Come to the Youth Center and have some fun.
YOUTH CENTER MINECRAFT LOCK-IN
1/2, 1800-2400 For grades 6-12. Space limited, permission slips required. Do you enjoy creating new worlds in Minecraft? Spend the night with other youth that love to play the game. Food and games are offered all night long!
YOUTH SERVICES Bldg. 4109 | 361-5437
GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITION
Now through 12/8, 1700 Youth Center, Bldg. 4109 Represent Ft. Wainwright youth at the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Gingerbread House Competition! We will be planning, designing and building a gingerbread extravangza.
All field trips are held after 12 p.m. Permission slips required. Please check CYSS Wainwright Youth center Facebook page for updates.
12/26: North Pole Swimming Pool 12/27: Tubing at Birch Hill 12/28: Go Karts 1/2: North Pole Swimming Pool 1/3: Reindeer Farm 1/4: Snowmachining (ages 16+ 1/5: Horseback Riding
All participants will meet at the Youth Center at 1430. All participants will need a permission slip.
MFLC
Military & Family Life Consultants
388-2553
Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and other daily life issues.
ABUSE.
Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 799-9770.
To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse, contact 353-7535 (24/7). For Sexual Assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7).
LFCAC
BOUNCY HUT NIGHT
Bldg. 1044 | 353-7755
CHESS CLUB
December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 1500-1700 The club will provide an informal setting for those who love the game to meet, play and discuss strategies while getting to know others that have an interest in chess as well.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
December 17 1730-1930 (dependent on length) Join the LFCAC for a fun night of Family entertainment on a 16’ x 20’ screen. All movies rated G or PG.
December 10, 27 1700-1930 Ages 4-12, no cost. Two bouncy huts are now available at the LFCAC so now both smaller and bigger children can have their own hut. What could be cooler? Parents must be present to supervise their children as child care personnel will not be on hand.
GINGERBREAD HOUSE MAKING
December 20, 1700-1900 It’s that time of year again when visions of candy canes and sugar plums dance in our heads! That can only mean one thing; it’s time to build Gingerbread houses for all of Fort Wainwright to see. Come by the LFCAC to put a Gingerbread house together with our staff. A display case will also be made available if you would like to share your creation with the community. A limited number of kits and decorating supplies will be available free of charge so sign up early. This will be a fun family affair and we hope to see you here!
FAME
Family Activity and Motivational Exercise CYSS child care during your workouts.*
$35
Now at Melaven Gym!
* FITNESS SESSIONS: The fitness instructor will offer two sessions: M, W, F 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Sessions are held at Melaven Fitness Center at no cost. For more information on class schedules call 353-9137.
CHILD CARE:
Child, Youth & School Services provides limited child care for FAME programs. Child care is provided on site at Melaven Gym. Cost: $35 per month per child per session When: M, W, F 9 to 10:30 a.m., or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Minimum of 5 registered to offer classes. Children must be pre-registered at Parent Central Services, Bldg 1049, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration begins the 20th of the month for the next month’s sessions. AFC Benefits for families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Warriors, or Fallen Soldiers may be used to pay for this care. For more information on child care, please call 353-7713. FAME Exercise and Child Care programs are closed for federal and training holidays and on “No School” days.
CYSS OUTREACH SERVICES Bldg. 1049 #2 | 353-7713 Workshops and Classes are a partnership with ACS and CYSS.
EMOTION COACHING
12/7, 12/14, 1130-1230 LFCAC, Bldg. 1044 This workshop provides an in-depth look at the process of emotion coaching and assists parents and caregivers in helping children understand and deal with their emotions in healthy ways. This program is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.
HOMEMADE BABY FOOD CLASS 12/15, 1000-1200 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 This two hour, handson workshop will teach you the tips, tricks and guidelines of introducing solid foods to your infant. Topics discussed will cover general nutrition guidelines, when to introduce different types of foods, allergies and reactions in your child to watch for, several methods of preparing and storing your own
CDC II Bldg. 1049 #2 | 353-7713
Reminder: Part Day Pre-School and Hourly Programs are closed during FNSB Winter Break, 12/24–1/4. These programs will resume 1/7 (2-Day Pre-School resumes 1/8).
baby food with hands on practice, and the do’s and don’ts of infant feeding. Participants will receive a food mill and a collection of baby food recipes. This program is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.
LITERACY MAKE IT & TAKE IT 12/20, 1100-1300 LFCAC, Bldg. 1044 Opportunity for parents to expand the tools used in developing literacy skills with young children. There will be a variety of stations and information available on topics to include: letter recognition, prewriting skills, sight word development, rhyming, and pre-reading activities. Class will be held at LFCAC. Call to reserve a spot, supplies limited.
BABYSITTER’S COURSE
12/27, 1000-1600 Youth Center, Bldg. 4109 This course offers participants certifications
in American Heart CPR for infants, children and adults, American Heart First Aid, and the 4H Babysitter’s Course. Open to adults and youth ages 13 and older. Successful completion of the course offers participants the option of being added to the CYSS Babysitter’s List.
ROMP AND STOMP PLAYGROUP
This Month’s Focus: Family and Friends Mondays and Thursdays, 0930–1130 LFCAC, Bldg. 1044. For more information, call 353-7372.
LEAPS FOR LEARNING
Tuesdays, 1030-1200 Murphy Hall, Bldg 1045. $50/per child. This parent and child class is designed to expand early learning skills for children 2-5 years of age. For More information please call 353-7372.
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
12/11, 1745–2045 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 Register and pay by December 4. $15/ child. Snack provided.
PARENT’S DAY OUT
12/15, 0900-1300 $20/child. Meal provided. Register and pay by December 7.
Parent’s Day Out and Parent’s Night Out child care will be provided at the Child Development Center I, Bldg. 4024. All children must be registered with CYSS to receive services. For more information call 353-7713. Army Family Covenant benefits are available for Families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Soldiers or Fallen Soldiers.
SNOW ON SNOW ON SNOW!
12/17 &18, 1000 Parents of Part Day Pre-School and Hourly Care: Enjoy some fun in the snow with your children making snow bricks, snow angels, and sledding (Events moved inside the gym if temperatures are below 0 degrees)!
Sign up today for December SKIES classes. To register, call 353-7713. For information on specific classes, call 353-3220. Please note that times and locations are subject to change.
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! 1/12, 19, 26 1000-1130 Murphy Hall, Bldg. 1045 Cost $50 (ages 11-18) Students will explore the use of video recording to express themselves through video diaries. Video cameras will be provided.
HAIKU ILLUSTRATION
1/3-4, cost: $25. 1430-1600 (ages 6-11) 1600-1730 (ages 12-18) Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. Students will explore Japanese style poetry with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern and create small illustrations on washi paper. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.
POTTERY I
1/5, 12, 19, 26 1600-1730 Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. $60/student (ages 8+) This class will include all materials and supplies students will need to learn basic wheel work. Space is limited so please sign up early. Parents may participate for a $15 materials fee.
POTTERY II:
1/12, 19, 26 1730-1900 Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. $40/student (ages 11-18) Students will continue learning pottery skills to aid them with working on the pottery wheel. Students are required to have completed pottery I to sign up for this class. All supplies included. Space is limited so please
sign up early. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.
POTTERY: OPEN STUDIO
1/5, 12, 19, 26 1200-1600 Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. $20 punch card (4 studio visits) (ages 11-18) Students are required to have completed Pottery l to use this studio time. Punch cards can be obtained through Parent Central Registration. *Students under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult while working in the studio.
BEGINNING CROCHET
1/16, 23, 30 1630-1800, (ages 9-18) Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. $45/student (ages 8+) Students will learn the foundation stitches needed to crochet. Supplies and materials will be provided to complete a final amigurumi robot also known as a “Crobot”. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.
TRAVEL THE WORLD WITH MISS FIELDS “THE FIELD TRIP LADY” 1/10, 1000-1045 Murphy Hall, Bldg. 1045 $5/student (ages 2-5) Take a “Ohh la la, Hula” virtual journey to the “Hawaiian Islands”. Learn fun facts about the culture while interacting in creative activities.
CLAY SCULPTURES
1/17, 24, 31 1700-1830, (ages 6-11) Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. $45/student. Students will learn how to build hollow clay sculpture. Clay pieces will be fired and ready to paint on the last day of class. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.
ICE SKATING CLASSES
$50/month/student(total 4 lessons) (ages 3-5; 6-18) PFC Ice Rink, Bldg. 3709 Wednesdays: 1/2, 9, 16, 23 OR Fridays: 1/4, 11, 18, 25
Ages 3-5: 1600-1630 Ages 6-18: 1645-1715 Skate rental is included. All children under 6 years or age require a helmet (parents must provide). Students are also welcome to sign up for both Wednesday and Friday classes for $100. To sign up, call 353-7713.
SKIES EXPLORATION
(for ages 2-5 yrs) Murphy Hall, Bldg. 1045. Cost: $45 Wednesdays: 1030-1115 and 1130-1215 Saturdays: 1130-1215. Enjoy a variety of art, cooking, and science activities.
SKIES MOVE IT, MOVE IT
(for ages 2-5 yrs) Murphy Hall, Bldg. 1045 Cost: $45 Wednesdays: 1300-1345 Saturdays: 1030-1115 This is a movement and physical activity class that will encourage your young child to move, shake and wiggle their way to fun!
SNEAK PEAK
1/5, No cost. Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. 1200-1500 Find out what’s happening next month at SKIES. A free make & take will be available for school age children. We have activities for parents and children of all ages. Enjoy a cup of cocoa and a free Make & Take.
SKIES UNLIMITED AND EFMP PARTNER PROGRAM
1/11, 1800-1900. Cost: $5/child. Skies Unlimited and EFMP come together to offer families a meet and greet, discussion group for parents and children. Parents can meet others and learn what is happening in the community while the children participate in a craft activity. Join us every 2nd Friday of each month for more information call 353.4243.
Get the January Edge! All programs are from 4:30–6 p.m.
TEENS (ages 11-18): ACRYLIC PAINTING: No cost
Classes on Jan 4,11 and 25th. Let your artistic talent flow. We will meet at the YC and will be transported to the old arts and crafts building and back.
ZAP’EM LASER TAG
Jan 4,11 and 25th. come have some fun at the LFCAC with us. We will meet at the YC and will be transported to the LFCAC and back.
YOUTH (ages 6-10):
SAS WINTER SPACE CAMP
School Age Center (SAC), Bldg. 4166 December 24-January 4, 2013 Grades K-6
ACTIVITIES:
This year’s SAS camp offers activities including: glow water, planetarium, glow t-shirts, rocket launch, star gazing, rocket building, glow putt, and numerous facility games.
FIELD TRIPS: Laser Tag (grades 4-6) December 26, 1300
Glow Putt (grades 1 and 2) December 27, 1300
ZAP’EM LASER TAG: $20
Glow Putt (kindergarten) January 2, 1300
Jan 10,17,24 and 31st. Let’s get out and have some fun. We will meet at the LFCAC at 4:30.
CHILDREN’S SPACE GALA SHOWCASE
Interested in becoming an Army Family Child Care Provider?
New provider briefing: First Wednesday of every month 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Bldg. 1049 #1
• Obtain Children off our CYS list. • FREE training/Career Opportunities/transfers to your next installation. • Stay at Home and receive an income up to $4,500 or more. • Become a member of our Provider support group. • We help provide the materials to set up your home For information, call 353-6266/9544.
Glow Putt (grades 2-3) January 3, 1300
January 4, 2013, 1230-1500 Stop by and see the presentation of all projects produced by the children. Registration: Families must register children at Parent Central Services Building 1049 Chena Road 353-7713
Fees: Monthly/weekly/hourly fees apply and are based on the Department of Defense (DoD) mandated Total Family Income categories.
Offering Full-Day, Part-Day, and Hourly Care Programs for children in grades K-6.
FAMILY AND MWR
Christmas Holiday Closures FACILITY Army Community Services (ACS) Automotive Skills Center Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Chena Bend Golf Course CYSS Central Registration CDC I CDC II Family Child Care Fischer Skeet Range Family and MWR Administration Last Frontier Community Activity Center Melaven Gym Melaven Pool Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Outdoor Recreation Center Physical Fitness Center (PFC) PFC Ice Rink Post Library School Age Center Youth Center SKIES Unlimited EDGE Programs The Warrior Zone
MON DEC. 24 TRAINING HOLIDAY TUES. DEC. 25 CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY Closed Closed Closed Closed 1200-1600*(subject to weather) Closed Closed for season Closed Closed Verified Duty only Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed 0800-1700 Closed 0800-1700 Closed Closed Closed Closed for renovations. Reopens March 30, 2013 Closed Closed Closed Closed 0800-1700 Closed 1330-1600 Closed Closed Closed Open for verified duty only Closed 1300-1800 Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed 1600-2300 Closed
FAMILY AND MWR
New Years Holiday Closures FACILITY Army Community Services (ACS) Automotive Skills Center Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Chena Bend Golf Course CYSS Central Registration CDC I CDC II Family Child Care Fischer Skeet Range Family and MWR Administration Last Frontier Community Activity Center Melaven Gym Melaven Pool Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Outdoor Recreation Center Physical Fitness Center (PFC) PFC Ice Rink Post Library School Age Center Youth Center SKIES Unlimited EDGE Programs The Warrior Zone
MON. DEC. 31 TRAINING HOLIDAY TUES. JAN. 1 NEW YEARS HOLIDAY Closed Closed Closed Closed 1200-1600*(subject to weather) Closed Closed for season Closed Closed Open for verified duty only Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed 0800-1700 Closed 0800-1700 Closed Closed Closed Closed for renovations. Reopens March 30, 2013 1600-0300 Closed Closed Closed 0800-2000 Closed 1330-1600 Closed Closed Closed Open for verified duty only Closed 1300-1800 Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed 1600-2300 Closed
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FAMILY AND MWR FACILITIES HOURS OF OPERATION ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sa-Su Closed FAP: Bldg. 1049 #5, p 353-7317 SOS: Bldg. 1049 #4, P 353-4004 AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 3730, p 353-7436 M 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. T-W Closed Th-F 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sa 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Su 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tow Service (24 hrs): 590-1716 BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Bldg. 1172, p 353-1998 F, Sa, Sun 12 to 8 p.m. Designated holiday breaks 12 to 8 p.m.
DW Grill now at Birch Hill! p 353-2706 F-Su, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE AND SNACK BAR Closed for the season. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER I (CDC I) Bldg. 4024, p 361-4190 M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa-Su Closed CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II) (temporarily moved to SAC (Bldg. 4166) due to renovations. Hourly Care: M-F 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICES Bldg. 1049 #2, p 353-7713/7826 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. W 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa, Su Closed FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1172, p 353-7869 F 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sa 12 to 5 p.m. Su 12 to 5 p.m.
LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER (LFCAC) Bldg. 1044, p 353-7755 LFCAC M-Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su 1 to 6 p.m. LASER TAG: Th 3 to 7 p.m. F 3 to 8 p.m. Sa 1 to 8 p.m. Sun 1 to 5 p.m. BUBBLY BREW M-F 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. POST LIBRARY Bldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. T-F 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sa 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. MELAVEN PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER M-F 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sa 12 to 5 p.m. Su CLOSED MELAVEN INDOOR POOL Bldg. 3452, p 353-1995 Closed for renovations NAF CIVILIAN PERSONNEL Bldg. 1045, p 353-6356 M-F 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sat, Sun Closed NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER Bldg. 3702, p 353-2654 NUGGET LANES: M-T Closed W-Th 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. F-Sa 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Su 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. GOLD RUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 5 to 10 p.m. F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. MOTHER LODE CAFE M-T Closed W 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Th 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. F 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; 5 to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su 1 to 6 p.m.
OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC) Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 T-Th 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. F 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Su-M Closed For programs call 361-4089 or 361-2652. PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC) Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 (effective 9/4) M-F 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sa, Su 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. PFC ICE RINK Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 F 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. Sa, Su, Holidays, School Breaks 1:30 to 4 p.m. CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Years Day PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISOR Bldg. 1045, p 353-7740 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa, Su Closed SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC) Bldg. 4166, p 361-7394 M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa-Su Closed SFAC Bldg. 3414, p 353-7322 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sa, Su Closed SCHOOL SUPPORT SERVICES Bldg. 1045, p 361-9377 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa-Su Closed UNIT FUNDS Bldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa-Su Closed WARRIOR ZONE Bldg. 3205, p 353-1087 M, W, Th 4 to 11 p.m. T 4 to 11 p.m. (gaming only, bar and kitchen is closed) F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 1 to 9 p.m. YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 4109, p 361-5437 (effective 9/4) M-Th 2 to 8 p.m. F -Sa 2 to 10 p.m. Su Closed YOUTH SPORTS Bldg. 1049 #1, p 353-7482 T-F 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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