January Bear Necessities 2012

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BEAR N E C E S S I T I E S

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VOL. 3, ISSUE 3 | JAN. 2012

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OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER To register for programs: 361-6349/361-6350.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING LESSONS Arrange with instructor. call 361-2652.

Age: 10 and older Fee: $5 per person Sessions run between 45 minutes and an hour. Equipment is provided. If the temperatures falls below -10°F, lessons will be postponed to a warmer date.

SNOW MACHINE SAFETY COURSE

January 7, 28, 9 a.m.

Age: 18+, no cost

WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS: COMPEAUS TRAIL SNOW MACHINE RUN

This class is required to rent snowmachines from the ORC.

January 21 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Fee: $50/driver,

INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING AT MELAVEN GYM

ORC provides transportation, snowmachine, and helmet. Participants need to bring lunch, snacks, drinks and cold weather clothing. If the

January 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 5 – 7 p.m., no cost.

Registration is required.

Stop by to try it or add climbing to your regular fitness routine.

temperature falls below -10°F the trip will postpone to a warmer date.

ALYESKA SKI/ SNOWBOARD ADVENTURE January 20 – 22 5 p.m. departure Fee: $175 per person

Venture for the weekend at Alyeska Resort. ORC provides transportation, lodging and a lift ticket.

Participants will need to provide their own food, ski/snowboard gear (bring your own or rent), and warm clothes.

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HOURS OF OPERATION Saturday and Sunday .................. Noon to 8 p.m.

Friday .................................... Noon to 8 p.m.

Monday - Thursday .............................. CLOSED CONTACT INFORMATION Manager .........................................353-1998 Equipment Issue ................................353-6795 Lodge Rental ....................................353-9131 Recorded Ski Info ..............................353-7053 Ski & Snowboard School.......................353-9131 HOLIDAY HOURS/SCHOOL BREAK Nov. 25 School Break ..................... Noon to 8 p.m.

Dec. 23 - Jan. 8 Christmas Break ....... Noon to 8 p.m.

Jan. 16 Martin Luther King Day ......... Noon to 8 p.m.

Feb. 20 President’s Day .................. Noon to 8 p.m.

Mar. 9 - 18 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 30 - April 1 2012 Last Day of Ski Season ....................... April 1 2012

LIFT PASS FEES

DoD Card Holders E-1 to E-4 Adults all day $17 Adults after 4 p.m. $11 Youth (7-17) all day $13 Youth (7-17) after 4 p.m. $9 6 & Under or 70+ Free Bunny Hill $8

DoD Card Holders E-5 & Up $22 $17 $17 $11 Free $8

Family Pass Adult Pass Youth Pass

$470 $195 $140

$525 $250 $195

(17 & Under) ** Available to all authorized users except non-military affiliated civilians.

SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL DoD Card holders Private Lessons $45 Group Lessons $35

Non DoD Card holders $50 $40

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.

(No training Nov. 25, Dec. 23, Jan. 13, Feb. 17, and Mar. 9)

Non-DoD Card Holders $35 $30 $30 $24 $7 $8

YOUTH SKI DAYS DOG SLED RIDES Noon to 2 p.m. (sign up 11:30 a.m.)

Jan. 14-16 March 10-12 March 16-18

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EQUIPMENT RENTAL DoD Cardholder Rate Alpine Ski System Snowboard & Boots Snowboard Boots Board Only

Rate 1 $20/all $20/all $11/all $17/all

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Rate 2 $13 after 4 p.m. $13 after 4 p.m. $8 after 4 p.m. $11 after 4 p.m.

Civilian Rate Alpine Ski System Snowboard & Boots Snowboard Boots Board Only

Rate 1 $22/all $22/all $13/all $19/all

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Rate 2 $15 after $15 after $10 after $13 after

* NO PERSONAL SLEDS ARE ALLOWED ON BIRCH HILL! ID CARD MUST BE SHOWN TO RECEIVE PASS.

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Snow Tubing is a great thrill!

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.

OPERATIONAL HOURS Saturday and Sunday .................1 to 7 p.m.

LIFT PASS FEES (Includes Lift Pass and Tube) DoD Card Holders E-1 to E-4

1 Hour 2 Hours 3 Hours

$7 $11 $15

DoD Card Non-DoD Holders Card E-5 & Up Holders

$8 $12 $18

$9 $13 $20

15 Hour punch card $77 CONTACT INFORMATION Equipment Issue/Ticket Sales ......... 353-6795 Information/Hours ...................... 353-7053 All tubing passes and punch cards expire April 1, 2012.

There will be no refunds for unused passes or punch cards* Snow Tube Closes at -20 Degrees for your safety. www.ftwainwrightfmwr.com

WARNING: SNOW TUBE AT YOUR OWN RISK

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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING AT BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA

Cross Country Skiing has moved from Chena Bend Golf to Birch Hill Ski Area.

Miles of new groomed trails available! Trails are open for skiing anytime.* *Ski at your own risk.

One Time Lift Pass: $8 10 Punch Pass: $60 Pass valid during regular lift operating hours.

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Equipment Rental: Outdoor Recreation Center, Bldg. 4050 Tu–Sa 12 to 6 p.m. $10/day or $40/week.

For more information, call 353-7648.

Cosmic Bowling

7 Jan 7-10 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center

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SOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING

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Weekend Hours: Friday and Saturday 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Training Holiday Weekend Hours: Thursday through Sunday 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.

For a free ride home.

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (B.O.S.S.) meetings are held every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. in the Warrior Zone.

For more information, call 353-7648.

Sponsored by:

THE WARRIOR ZONE The Warrior Zone is open to DoD card holders ages 18 and older. For more information, call 353-1087.

TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT January 10 and 24

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LFCAC For more info, call 353-7755.

ALIGNMENT YOGA

Experience the benefits of yoga emphasizing flexibility, strength and relaxation.

January 10, 17, 24, 31 Time: 6 to 7 p.m.

Cost: $28 for 4 weeks

Participants need to bring a yoga mat, loose comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Registration and payment in full is required prior to the start of the class.

CHESS CLUB

BOUNCY HUT NIGHT

January 7, 14, 21, 28 3 – 5 p.m.

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.

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January 19 5 – 7:30 p.m.

Children ages 4-12.

Parents must be present to supervise their children. The playground area will also be available.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT January 26 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

(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.

POST LIBRARY For more information, call 353-4137. The Library will be CLOSED January 2, 14, and 16.

MULTICULTURAL STORY HOUR

STORY HOUR & CRAFTS

OUR HEROES’ TREE

January 6: Grimm Fairy Tales Join the Library for fairy tale telling and make a ginger bread house cookie.

January 12, 4:30 p.m.

Learn about Panama’s culture and language, make new friends and have some fun!

January 18, 3 p.m.

Bring a picture of your military Hero to the Library and make an ornament to display on “Our Heroes’ Tree.”

BABY & ME

(0-36 mo.)

January 25, 2 p.m.

Read stories to Baby, and partake with other Families in a craft-making activity.

Registration is limited and required.

Call 353-4137 or visit the circulation desk to sign up.

Fridays from 4 to 5 p.m.

January 13: Celebrate Pizza Week Read about this delectable treat and make pizza of your own.

January 20: Hugging Day Get ready for snuggle-ly stories and build a hugging box.

January 27: Pop Bubble Art Day January 28 marks both Pop Art Day and Appreciate Bubble Wrap Day. Make your own pop art out of bubble wrap.

REMINDER!

The Library offers BLADE! (a research and writing lab with tutors available).

Make your appointment today by calling 353-4137.

CABIN FEVER ADULT READING PROGRAM

January 17 – March 15. Open to adults 16+. No registration required.

Reading program kick-off is January 17. Listen to jazz and drink hot chocolate while reading or listening to audio books. Write a review to share good reads by filling out a form for each book read at any participating library: Fort Wainwright Post Library, Noel Wien Public Library, North Pole Public Library, or Eielson Base Library.

Grand Prize Drawing: Includes $100 gift card for your local bookstore and more!

All Fort Wainwright entries will be submitted for the Grand Prize Drawing March 20 at the Noel Wien Library. We will also have our own prize drawings throughout the program. For more information, call 353-4137.

Sponsored by:

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PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER For more info, 353-7223.

SWIM LESSONS LEVEL 1: Saturday 7 January – 25 February 11:45 – 12:30 p.m.

8 lessons: $25. Limited to 6 students.

No minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor.

LEVEL 3: Saturday 7 January – 25 February 1 – 1:45 p.m.

8 lessons: $25. Limited to 6 students.

No minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor. The child must be able to swim the length of the pool down and back and be able to tread water for 1 minute.

5 – 28 January LEVEL 1: Thursday 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. and Saturday 11:45- 12:30 p.m.

LEVEL 2: Thursday 6:15 – 7 p.m. and Saturday 11:45 – 12:30 p.m.

8 lessons: $25. Limited to 6 students.

No minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor.

Registration period: 29 December – 7 January or until class is full. All swim lessons are held at Melaven Gym. For more information, call 353-1999.

VOLLEYBALL

The volleyball net will be up at the Physical Fitness Center for recreational play Sundays, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. For more information, call the intramural director at 353-7294.

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THE ICE RINK OPEN RECREATIONAL ICE SKATING • Fri............................................................................................................... 5:30 - 7:45 p.m.

• Sat, Sun, Holidays, School Breaks................................................................1:30 - 4 p.m.

• Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, New Year’s Day...............................................CLOSED ADMISSION- OPEN RECREATIONAL SKATING AGE...................................................................................................... INDIVIDUAL DAILY FEE • 4 years & under.......................................................................................................... FREE • 5 - 17 years................................................................................................................$2.50 • Adults.........................................................................................................................$3.50 • Family of 4 or more...................................................................................................$8.00 • Skate Rental (pair).................................................................................................... $1.50 LUNCH HOUR SKATING ($1.50 skating fee plus skate rental) • Mon & Wed. 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m......................................................................Open Skate • Tues and Thurs 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m...............................................................Stick Hockey • Holiday and School Breaks............................................................................. CANCELLED REC HOCKEY (Authorized DoD ID cardholders/ No guests) • Sun..................................................................................................................4:15 - 6 p.m.

• Fee................................................................................................$3.50 daily, goalies free ICE RINK RENTAL The ice rink is available to rent for birthday parties, hockey, unit parties and other group skating activities. Reservations must be made in advance.

HOLIDAY BREAK OPEN ICE SKATING Now through January 8 1:30 - 4 p.m.

FITNESS CLASSES GROUP CYCLING:

> Mon & Wed: 12 p.m. > Tues & Thurs: 6:30 a.m. > Tues: 5 p.m. > Sat: 10 a.m.

HOUR OF POWER:

Group Strength > Tues & Thurs: 12 p.m.

CARDIO SCULPT:

FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

Melaven Physical Fitness Center Tues & Thurs 4 p.m. with Instructor Ben Ehlers Call 353-9137.

> Wed: 5 p.m.

Zumba:

Mon & Thurs: 6 p.m. Sat: 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.

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ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER For more information on classes offered, call 353-7520.

CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING CLASS January 7, 10:30 a.m.

Cost is $35 and includes all materials.

Bring a 5X7 picture to frame.

SCRAP & STAMP

January 8 and 22, 2 to 5 p.m.

Learn the latest techniques in scrapbooking and stamping in this 2 week paper crafting workshop.

Cost of $45 includes all materials. For participants ages 10 and up.

FIRST FRIDAY ART BASH

January 6, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

View featured artists’ works, chat with the staff, and preview upcoming classes

EFMP CRAFT NIGHT January 13, 6 to 7 p.m.

Call 353-4243 to reserve your craft session.

KID CRAFTING: “PAINT-A-PLATE” January 14, (ages 4-7) January 21, (ages 8-11)

Both classes 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Cost is $5 per child and includes all materials. Must be accompanied by a parent.

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NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER For more info, 353-2654.

BOWLOPOLIS

Can Layne beat the evil Kingpin with the help of his friends, Carrie and Reset? Will you join the free Kids Club for exclusive access to cool stuff for members only? Bowlopolis is the story of a young boy who must learn to bowl to win his father back from the evil Kingpin, who has kidnapped him and is holding him captive in the basement of Bowlopolis. Combining bowling education with tons of fun Kick-Off Party starts Jan 22 at 2 p.m. Available for kids ages 4 to 12.

BOGO Bowling

January 16 Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr., influential American civil rights leader with Buy One, Get One free bowling all day!

Cosmic Bowl

Friday & Saturday nights 8 p.m.–1 a.m

THE GOLD RUSH LOUNGE

MOTHERLODE CAFÉ

January Drink Special:

Special of the Month

The Lemon Icetini

Wild Wing Wednesdays

Wednesdays, 5–7 p.m.

Complimentary wings while they last!

Grilled reuben sandwich served lane-side with chips, dill pickle, and a large fountain drink – just $7.50.

CELEBRATE!

Host your next birthday party, unit functions, and gatherings at the Nugget Lanes Bowling Center. Call or stop by for a personal tour and meet with a planner.

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Winter break activities: 2 pm (through 1/8), Birch Hill

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Open Ice Skating: 1:30 pm, PFC

Personal Financ Readiness: 8:30 Post Library Blood Pressure 11 am, PFC

Zumba Fitness: 6 pm, PFC

Cardio Sculpt: 5

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Safety Class: 6 pm, Auto Skills

Newcomers Orientation: 9 am, LFCAC

Survivor Outreac 6 pm, North Hav

Scrap & Stamp: 2 week course. $45. 2 pm, Arts & Crafts

Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am, LFCAC

Parent’s Night Out: 5:45 pm, CDC I

Multi-cultural St 4:30 pm, Post L

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Yoga: 6 pm, LFCAC

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Open Ice Skating: 1:30 pm, PFC

Youth Ski Days: 12 pm, Birch Hill

Youth Ski Days: 12 pm, Birch Hill

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Our Heroes’ Tree Library

Group Cycling: 5 pm, PFC

Cardio Sculpt: 5

Yoga: 6 pm, LFCAC

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Open Ice Skating: 1:30 pm, PFC

Safety Class: 6 pm, Auto Skills

Resarch and Writing Lab,: 4:30 pm, Post Library

Baby and Me: 2 Library

Scrap & Stamp: 2 week course. $45. 2 pm, Arts & Crafts

Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am, LFCAC

Stick Hockey: 11:30 am, PFC

Cardio Sculpt: 5

Yoga: 6 pm, LFCAC

Zumba Fitness: 6 pm, PFC

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30 Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am, LFCAC Zumba Fitness: 6 pm, PFC

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Stick Hockey: 11:30 am, PFC

BGCA Fine Arts Festival: all day, SAC

Snow machine Safety Course: 9 am, ORC

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Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am, LFCAC

First Friday Art Bash: 6:30 pm, Arts & Crafts

Custom Picture Framing Class: $35. 10:30 am, Arts & Crafts Family Tubing Day: 1 pm, Birch Hill

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Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am, LFCAC

Ski Training: 1 pm, Birch Hill Pizza Story Hour & Craft: 4 pm, Post Library

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Bouncy Hut NIght: 5:30 pm, LFCAC

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Stick Hockey: 11:30 a.m., PFC

Winter: 6 pm,

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Alyeska Ski/Snowboard Adventure (3 days): 5 pm, ORC

Parent’s Day Out: 9 am, CDC I Cabin Fever Reading: 4 pm, Post Library

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Group Strength: 12 pm, PFC

Ski Training: 1 pm, Birch Hill

Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am, LFCAC

Pop Bubble Art Story Hour & Craft: 4 pm, Post Library

Family Movie Night: 5:30 pm, LFCAC

Youth Ski Days: 12 pm, Birch Hill

Chess Club: 3 pm, LFCAC

Group Strength: 12 pm, PFC

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B.O.S.S. Movie Night: 9 pm, The Warrior Zone

Zumba Fitness: 6 pm, PFC

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Whenhelp: you need SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES

Help Soldiers and their Families.

It’s a good thing.

By volunteering with ACS, you could receive up to 16 hours of child care (per month) at no cost.

For more information, stop by Army Community Service, Building 3401 By phone, call 353.1977 or 353.4227.

OUR PURPOSE is to deliver on the Army’s Survivor Outreach commitment to Families of the Fallen. Survivor Services Outreach Services connects you with people who can help you find the right support. mflc Survivor Outreach Services provide support services for Active, Reserve and Army national abuse hotline Guard Families. For more information, call Survivor Outreach Services at 907-353-4004.

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 388-2260.

To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse, contact 353-7535 (24/7).

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For Sexual Assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7).

Army Community Service 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. Limited childcare is available for class participants and ACS volunteers.

Please call 361.9065 to register your child. For a complete list of ACS classes and workshops, visit www.calendarwiz.com/ftwainwrightfmwr or call 353-4227.

Newcomers Orientation

January 11 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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. Child care vouchers are provided. Register with CYSS.

Welcome to Winter

January 25 6 to 8 p.m.

LFCAC, Building 1044

Briefing includes: • preparing your vehicle for winter • winter driving techniques • what to carry in your winter kit in the car • proper clothing • caring for pets in the cold Limited winter survival supplies will be available at NO COST.

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.

Sip & Social

January 10, 1 to 2 p.m.

LFCAC, Bldg. 1044 Expand your circle of support.

Get out and meet other EFMP Families. Feel free to bring coffee, tea, and a snack to share.

Arts & Crafts Night January 13, 6 p.m.

Arts & Crafts, Bldg. 3727

Rock Climbing

January 27, 6 p.m.

Melaven Gym, Bldg. 3452 Cost: $3.

Bowling Night

January 20, 6 to 7 p.m.

Nugget Lanes, Bldg. 3702 $2.25 per game, shoes included.

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AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER For all your auto needs.

Stop by to learn how to winterize your vehicle!

SAFETY ORIENTATION CLASS Mondays at 6 p.m.

Participants will gain knowledge of what is offered and how to complete do-it-yourself projects. Staff are there to assist as needed.

This class is required to use the facility.

• heating/AC service • wheel alignment and tire rotation • car wash and vacuum station • towing • tire repairs • jump starts

Bldg. 3730 353-7436

TOW TRUCK SERVICES available 24 hours

590-1716

THE BUBBLY BREW AT THE LFCAC HAS LANDED!

Featuring a variety of food and beverages.

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.

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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

YOUTH SERVICES For more info, 361-5437.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB FINE ARTS EXHIBIT January 6, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Last Frontier Community Activity Center, Bldg. 1044

View the talents of the Ft. Wainwright youth. The entries are judged and the pieces of artwork which are chosen will then be sent to BGCA’s National Headquarters for judging and selection for the National Fine Arts Exhibit.

YOUTH SPONSORSHIP BRUNCH

January 14, 10 a.m.

Youth Center, Bldg. 4109 Parents, teens and children! Are you new to Fairbanks? Learn all School Age Services and the Youth Center can offer. Open to parents and their youth (elementary through high school) who are new to Fairbanks.

TEEN LATE NIGHT

January 28, 9 p.m. – midnight Call 361-4801.

Special extended hours at the Youth Center! High school teens (9th -12th) only!

SUPER BOWL XLVI

SCHOOL SUPPORT SERVICES

February 5, 1 to 6 p.m.

Parents and youth come and enjoy the Super Bowl on our movie sized screen! Snacks and refreshments provided.

MILITARY FAMILY COLLEGE NIGHT January 26, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Youth Center, Bldg. 4109 Subject matter experts will be available to answer your questions.

5:30 to 6 p.m: Peruse the info table and chat with presenters 6 to 7 p.m: Panel presentation For more information, call 361-9377/9897.

Key support services: . school transitions (deployment) . school transitions (PCS) . home school information . post-secondary information phone: 361-9377 or 361-9897 www.ftwainwrightfmwr.com/cyss.html 4109 Neely Rd.

RESOURCES Study Strong free online tutoring: www.myarmyonesource.com/cyss_tutor Student Online Achievement Resources: (SOAR) http://www.soarathome.org/ Standardized Test Prep: https://www.march2success.com

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CYSS OUTREACH For more info, call 353-7713/7826.

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT

January 10, 5:45 – 8:45 p.m., CDC I, Building 4024.

Register and pay by January 3. $12 per child. Snack provided.

PARENT’S DAY OUT

January 21. Register and pay by January 13. Three sessions: > 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. $16 per child, lunch provided (11:30 a.m.) > 1 – 5 p.m. $16 per child, snack provided (3 p.m.) > 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. $32 per child, lunch and snack provided.

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.

EMOTION COACHING

January 10 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Assists parents and caregivers help children understand and deal with emotions in healthy ways. Limited free child care available to those who preregister by January 6.

DIET, FITNESS, AND NUTRITION

January 11 6:30 – 8 p.m.

CDC I, Building 4024 Open to the community.

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CUDDLE CURE CLASS January 21 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

CDC I, Building 4024.

Learn how to soothe your fussy baby (birth 3 mths) in five minutes or less. Limited free child care available. This is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.

ROMP AND STOMP PLAYGROUP

This Month’s Focus Literary Development Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30 – 11 a.m.

LFCAC, Building 1044.

Call to reserve transportation from IHG hotel (353-7713).

This program is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.

SAC Sponsorship Club Meeting

WINTER

FAME

Family Activity and Motivational Exercise

New to the area?

Find out about the Youth Sponsorship Program and get matched with a Youth Sponsor.

Open to registered youth in grades kindergarten through sixth grade.

January 13, 4:30 p.m.

School Age Center Bldg. 4166 For more information, call 361-7394.

Homework & Computer Research Assistance A certified school teacher and a computer technology instructor are available to assist children with school homework and computer technology research.

M–F (7 to 8 a.m. & 3 to 5:45 p.m.)

School Age Center, Bldg. 4166 Registered youth in CYSS (Grades K-6) For more information, call 361-7394.

$33

CYSS child care during your workouts.*

CHILD CARE:

Child, Youth & School Services provides limited child care on site for FAME programs.

Cost: $33 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. $24 per month per child session When: T, Th 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, 4391 Neely Rd., room 18.

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.

* FITNESS SESSIONS:

The Family and MWR Sports and Fitness Program offers two sessions of classes: M - F: 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Sessions are held at Melaven Gym at no cost. For more information on class schedules call 353-1999.

Don’t let the snow keep you home.

Get the EDGE! Sign up for February programs today.

The EDGE! Program offers out of school opportunities for children and youth ages 6 to 18 to experience, develop, grow and excel by participating in adventure, art, fitness and life skill activities.

Enrollment deadline for February programs is January 23.

Participants must be registered with CYSS. For more information, call 361-4391.

Register today for

FEBRUARY PROGRAMS! YOUTH

(Ages 11 to 18) No charge.

All programs are 4:30 to 6 p.m.

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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING:

Wednesdays, Feb. 1, 8, 15, and 22 at Outdoor Recreation Center Strap on a pair of skis and come glide with us as we explore through the trails in Glass Park.

PAPER MAKING:

Thursdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16, and 23 at Arts and Crafts Center Get creative and make your own paper creations.

TUBETASTIC:

Fridays, Feb. 3, 10, and 24 at Birch Hill Bundle up in your warm winter gear and join us as we slide down the tube hill.

CHILDREN

(Ages 6 to 10) All Programs are 4:30 to 6 p.m.

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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING: Thursdays, Feb.

2, 9, 16, and 23 at Outdoor Recreation--$30 Strap on a pair of skis and come glide with us as we explore through the trails in Glass Park.

PAPER MAKING:

Fridays, Feb. 3, 10, 24 at Arts and Crafts Center--$20 Get creative and make your own paper creations.

Register now for February!

For registration information, call 353-3218 or 353-7713 .

SKIES Exploration

Dance

Location Building 4391 (4 weeks), $45 2-4yrs, W 11–11:45 a.m.

2-4yrs, W 12–12:45 p.m.

2-4yrs, Sa 5–5:45 p.m.

Classes are 30 – 60 min Tu–Sa for 4 weeks Building 4391 Ballet - Ages 3-18, Cost is $40 Creative Dance - Ages 6-18, Cost is $40 Jazz - Ages 3-12, Cost is $40

Enjoy a variety of art, dance, cooking, yoga, music and a variety of continuous activities and crafts.

New Media (Film) Classes are held at the LFCAC, $45 Ages 15-18: W 3 – 5 p.m.

Ice Skating Classes are held at the PFC, cost is $50 3-5 yrs, Sa 9:45–10:15 a.m.

6-18 yrs, Sa 10:15–10:45 a.m.

Karate (Classes will meet twice a week in building 4391) Cost is $60 per month 4 yrs, W/Sa 10–10:30 a.m.

5-12 yrs, W 3:30–4:30 p.m.

and Sa 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

13-18 yrs, W 4:30–5:30 p.m.

and Sa 12:30–1:30 p.m.

Tae Kwon Do (Classes will meet twice a week at the LFCAC) Cost is $60 per month 5-9 yrs, M/W 4:30–5:30 p.m.

10-18 yrs, M/W 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Wood Marking and Crafts Location TBD, $40 12-18 yrs, Tu and F 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

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Make a difference in the lives of children in your community.

Become a Family Child Care Provider.

Interested Provider Orientation First Wednesday of every month from 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 provide the of materials and equipment to set up your home.

For more information, call 353-9544.

$4

HOURLY CHILD CARE CDCII Hourly Care available from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Call 361-9056 for reservations Orientations: Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at CDCII Reservations are required and space is limited.

All children must be registered in CYSS to be eligible for either program.

The HIRED! Apprenticeship Program provides 15-18 year-old youth with meaningful, professionally-managed career-exploration opportunities in Family and MWR operations.

Examples of exploratory career fields in the HIRED! Apprenticeship Program:

• • • • • • • • • • • •

Education Child and/or Youth Development Marketing & Graphic Design Library & Information Science Food & Beverage Management Pet Care Services Recreation & Tourism Management Physical Education Information Technology Sports Studies Sports Management

Ready to know more?

Call 907.361.HIRE

Now through January 13-Register for CYSS indoor soccer

$45

Open to all registered youth ages 5-18. To register, visit Parent Central Services in Building 1049, Suite 2.

Practice begins January 23, 2012.

Practices held Mon & Wed or Tue & Thur.

Games will be held Saturdays.

Season ends April 7.

For more information, call 353-7482.

Family and MWR Facility Contact information 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 ARTS AND CRAFTS CENTER Bldg. 3727, p 353-7520 M-W Closed Th-F 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sa -Su 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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, S, Su 12 to 8 p.m.

B.O.S.S. Bldg. 1555, p 353-7648 CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE AND SNACK BAR Bldg. 2092, p 353-6223 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) Bldg. 4176, p 361-9056 HOURLY CARE: M-F 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sa-Su Closed 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 Available for special occassions.

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.

Su 1 to 5 p.m.

LIBRARY Bldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

T-Th 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

F-Sa 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Su Closed MELAVEN PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 M-F 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sa 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Su Closed MELAVEN INDOOR POOL Bldg. 3452, p 353-1995 T-F 6:15 a.m. to 8 a.m. (lap swim only) 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sa 11:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Su-M CLOSED 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 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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.

GOLDRUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 5 to10 p.m.

Fr-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Su 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

MOTHERLODE 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-Sa 12 to 6 p.m.

Su-M Closed For programs call 361-4089 or 361-2652.

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC) Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 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. 4056, p 353-7322 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sa-Su Closed SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICERS Bldg. 4109, p 361-9377/9897 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, Th 4 to 11 p.m.

W 4 to 11 p.m. (gaming only, bar and kitchen is closed) T Closed F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Su 1 to 9 p.m.

YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 4109, p 361-5437 M-Th (grades 6-12): 1 to 7 p.m.

F (grades 6-8): 1 to 9 p.m. (grades 9-12): 1 to 10 p.m.

Sa (grades 6-8): 1 to 8 p.m. (grades 9-12): 1 to 9 p.m.

Su Closed YOUTH SPORTS Bldg. 4109, p 353-7482 M-F 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sa-Su Closed

FAMILY AND MWR

MLK Day Holiday Hours

* Limited Hours

Training Fri. 1/13

** Verified Duty Army Community Services

Fed. Holiday Mon. 1/16

730-1630* Closed

Arts & Crafts Center 1130-1930 Closed

Automotive Skills Center 1130-2030 Closed Birch Hill

1200-2000

1200-2000

Chena Bend Golf Course

********** Closed for the season ***********

CDC I 0600-1800** Closed

CDC II Closed Closed Family Child Care

Closed

Fischer Skeet Range

*********Open by appointment only ********

LFCAC

0800-2100 Closed

Melaven PFC

1100-1900

Closed

Melaven Pool

1100-1900

Closed

Nugget Lanes

1100-0100

Closed

Outdoor Recreation

Parent Central Services

1200-1800

Closed

Closed

Closed

Physical Fitness Center

0800-2000

0800-2000

PFC Ice Rink

1330-1600

1330-1600

Post Library

1100-1800

Closed

School Age Center

0600-1800** Closed

The Warrior Zone

1600-0100

1600-2300

Youth Center

1300-2100

Closed

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